Dhaka, Oct. 18 -- The fire that broke out at Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport in Dhaka has been brought under control, and flight operations have resumed, officials confirmed on Friday. The interim government has constituted a seven-member investigation committee to probe the incident.

According to an official statement, "A fire broke out at the cargo village of Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport at 2:15 pm (local time) today. The fire was brought under control through the quick and coordinated action of the fire service and airport authorities. No casualties were reported in the incident."

The statement further added that "close coordination with the fire service and airport authorities is being maintained to ensure that the ...