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A massive fire overnight has completely destroyed the iconic National Museum of Natural History in Delhi, destroying rare specimen of flora and fauna. 35 fire fighters battled the flames for hours; seven were taken to hospital suffering smoke inhalation; two are reported in critical condition. The fire broke out at around 1.45 am on the top floor of the building that houses the museum, and quickly spread to all six floors. A part of it also spread to another building in the complex - the FICCI Auditorium - which has not been damaged much. The museum functions under the Ministry of Environment and Forests. Environment Minister Prakash Javadekar visited the site this morning and said, "This is tragic, the museum is a national treasure. The loss cannot be quantified." He has ordered a fire au
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