In Himachal Pradesh, a fire broke out last night in a house in Talagna village of Nohra Dhar tehsil in Sirmaur district, resulting in the death of six people who were burnt alive, while one person was rescued in critical condition. Three children are among those who lost their lives in this incident. The injured person was given first aid at Nohra Dhar Hospital and later referred to Solan District Hospital.

The village is located about 150 kilometres from the district headquarters, Nahan. According to preliminary information, the fire broke out late last night, and the cause has not yet been determined.