A blast outside a busy court in Islamabad, Pakistan left at least eight people injured, with initial reports pointing to a possible gas cylinder explosion. Meanwhile, authorities are investigating another security incident in Wana, near the Afghan border, where a suicide car bomb attack on an army college was reportedly foiled by Pakistani forces. There is no indication of a connection between these incidents and yesterday's deadly car explosion near Delhi's Red Fort in India.
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi gave an emotionally charged speech at the Changlimethang Celebration Ground in Thimphu, Bhutan, highlighting the strong cultural and developmental bonds between India and Bhutan. Amidst the celebration of the Global Peace Prayer Festival and the display of India's Sacred Piprahwa Relics of Lord Buddha, Modi also addressed the tragic Delhi incident that had occurred the previous evening. He reassured the audience that justice will be served and emphasized the shared spiritual heritage between the two nations.
Amidst Prime Minister Narendra Modi's two-day visit to Bhutan, His Majesty King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck of Bhutan led a mass prayer at the Changlimithang Stadium in Thimphu for the victims of the Delhi blast. The ceremony, which was attended by thousands of Bhutanese citizens, was held as a show of solidarity and friendship between the two nations. During his visit, Modi will also attend the 70th birthday celebrations of the former Bhutanese monarch, King Jigme Singye Wangchuck, and jointly inaugurate a hydroelectric project with his Bhutanese counterpart. The Prime Minister expressed his confidence that the visit will further deepen the bond of friendship and strengthen efforts towards shared progress and prosperity, highlighting the strong partnership between India and Bhutan.
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A blast near the Red Fort in Delhi has triggered a red alert in Punjab, Haryana and Himachal Pradesh. Nine people have been killed and 20 injured in the blast that took place during a busy evening, while the injured were taken to a nearby hospital. Senior officials have asked people to remain calm while the police force has been deployed at sensitive locations and increased checking of vehicles and suspicious persons. In the neighboring state of Haryana, authorities have also issued a high alert and urged citizens to report any suspicious activity or objects to the emergency helpline.
The Delhi Police have traced the origins of the car bomb that exploded near the Red Fort Metro Station back to a man from Pulwama, Jammu and Kashmir. The vehicle, which was registered in Gurugram and sold multiple times before reaching Tariq in Pulwama, has thrown new light into the investigation. Teams have been dispatched to Srinagar to verify the connection, and the explosion is believed to have originated from the rear of the car. Forensic findings suggest it may not have been a high-intensity device, with victims suffering burn injuries instead of blast trauma.
A blast in a slow-moving vehicle near Red Fort Metro Station in Delhi has left 8 people dead and several injured, causing a high alert to be issued in the surrounding areas. Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah have both taken stock of the situation and directed the necessary agencies to assist in the investigation. Eyewitnesses describe the explosion as the loudest they have ever heard.
A high-intensity car explosion near Gate No. 1 of the Red Fort Metro Station in Delhi caused chaos and panic on Monday evening. The blast, which killed at least 10 people and injured over 30 others, also set nearby vehicles on fire and shattered window panes. Emergency officials and authorities are currently assessing the damage and at least 15 people have been brought to Lok Nayak Hospital, with eight having died on the way and three receiving serious injuries. The incident has put the entire city on high alert as investigations are underway.
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Delhi was put on high alert after a deadly car explosion near the Red Fort Metro Station claimed 10 lives and left several vehicles gutted. Mumbai Police also increased security measures in response to the blast. While authorities investigate the cause of the explosion, the significant damage and widespread panic highlight the magnitude of the incident.