Three killed in building collapse in Hyderabad

Three children of a family were killed and five others injured when an old building collapsed in Hyderabad following incessant rains, police said today.

The incident took place last night in Babanagar locality area under Chandrayanagutta police station.

The deceased minors were identified as children of one Yusuf, who was staying in a rented portion of the building along with his family. They were aged between three and six.

Five persons including Yusuf, who is an auto rickshaw driver, and his family members were injured in the mishap. All have been admitted to a hospital in Hyderabad, police said.