Bengaluru: A devastating fire broke out in Malleshwaram, the heart of Silicon City, late at night, causing widespread panic. The blaze, suspected to have been triggered by a short circuit, engulfed a 30-year-old furniture shop located within the Bindu Arshiwad apartment on Dattatreya Temple Street.Tragic Murder in Shivamogga: Lover Pushes Girlfriend into Bhadra Canal, Attempts Suicide

The fire destroyed furniture and goods worth approximately ₹5 crore. Fortunately, no injuries were reported, according to fire department officials.The incident occurred around 2:30 AM when about 10 workers were sleeping inside the shop.realme P3 Ultra 5G Smartphone 8+256 Red,6.83-inch Screen,20Hz Display,6000mAh Battery,80W Ultra Charge,58MP Camera,MediaTek Dimensity 8350 Ultra,IP69

Nearby residents noticed the smell of smoke and raised the alarm, allowing the workers to escape and save their lives. The fire rapidly spread to three homes in the adjacent Bindu Arshiwad apartment, forcing residents to flee in panic.

Firefighters from Malleshwaram station rushed to the scene with 13 fire tenders and battled for hours to bring the blaze under control. Thick smoke and intense heat inside the shop made rescue operations challenging.Brawl Breaks Out at Bar: Groups Clash in Violent Fight

Preliminary investigations suggest the fire, sparked by a short circuit, was fueled by the oil and carbon-based materials in the furniture. The shop, a local landmark for 30 years, was completely gutted.

Residents of the apartment expressed relief that timely warnings saved lives but lamented the massive property loss. Fire officials have urged stricter enforcement of electrical safety measures in older buildings to prevent such incidents.Israeli Airstrike on Gaza: 91 Killed in the Attack...!!

The fire caused traffic disruptions in the surrounding area, leaving residents shaken. Authorities are continuing their investigation into the exact cause of the blaze to prevent future tragedies in the bustling city.