At least eight people have been killed and 24 others injured in a high-intensity explosion near the Red Fort in Delhi today. The blast occurred in a car at a crowded area, leaving multiple vehicles in flames and shattering window panes. One suspect has been detained by the police.
Security agencies have heightened security measures in Mumbai and Uttar Pradesh following the tragic incident. Important locations in Maharashtra’s capital, Mumbai, are under increased surveillance as a precautionary measure.
Indian Home Minister Amit Shah, responding to the blast, stated, ‘Not ruling out any possibility.’ He visited the blast site and emphasized a thorough investigation into the Red Fort blasts. Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed condolences for the lives lost in the explosion.
Delhi Police Commissioner and Intelligence Bureau chief briefed the Ministry of Home Affairs about the situation. The blast has put the entire nation on high alert, with security tightened at key sites, including the Indira Gandhi International Airport.
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