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Hospital nursery fire kills 14 newborns in Pakistan's capital while 1 baby is rescued
A fire occurred at a government hospital nursery in Islamabad after an air-conditioning unit compressor exploded on the third floor, resulting in the deaths of 14 newborns. Officials rescued at least one baby and immediately launched investigations, including appointing a multiagency fact-finding committee to determine the cause of the blaze. The tragedy caused widespread grief and prompted calls for accountability from grieving parents.
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