Hardoi, April 24 -- A fire broke out early Friday morning at an electronics showroom and warehouse in the Sandi area of Hardoi, prompting a swift response from fire services. Fire tenders were rushed to the spot to douse the blaze.

Fire Officer Sushil Kumar said, "At approximately 1:45 am, a fire was reported at Punit Bajpai's furniture shop in the Sandi area. Two fire tenders were immediately dispatched to the scene. As the fire intensified, three additional units were requested. A total of five fire tenders worked to contain the blaze, which was fully extinguished after nearly three hours of continuous water pumping. No casualties were reported."

He added that initial findings suggest the fire was caused by a short circuit. Items such...