<h3 data-start="193" data-end="258">Latest Update: 10.12 PM (IST)</h3>
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has expressed profound grief over the tragic car explosion near Delhi&rsquo;s historic Red Fort that claimed at least 10 lives and left dozens injured on Sunday evening, calling it a &ldquo;heartbreaking incident&rdquo; in a post on X.
The blast, which tore through a car at a traffic signal outside Gate No. 1 of Lal Qila Metro Station, sent shockwaves through the bustling Old Delhi area, igniting several vehicles and shattering nearby windows.
In his post, PM Modi wrote:
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&ldquo;Condolences to those who have lost their loved ones in the blast in Delhi earlier this evening. May the injured recover at the earliest. Those affected are being assisted by authorities. Reviewed the situation with Home Minister Amit Shah Ji and other officials.&rdquo;
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The message, shared shortly after the incident, drew thousands of reactions within minutes, reflecting national solidarity amid heightened security concerns.
Eyewitnesses described a deafening explosion that &ldquo;felt like the earth caving in,&rdquo; as thick plumes of smoke rose from the wreckage.
Delhi Police Commissioner Satish Golcha confirmed the intensity of the explosion, saying that seven fire tenders were deployed to douse the flames while the area was swiftly cordoned off.
Earlier in the day, J&amp;K Police had busted an inter-state terror module linked to Jaish-e-Mohammad (JeM) and Ansar Ghazwat-ul-Hind, leading to the recovery of 2,900 kg of explosives, weapons, and detonators from Faridabad, near Delhi. Seven individuals have been arrested in connection with the seizure.
The blast near Red Fort comes just a day before the second phase of the Bihar Assembly elections, heightening security alerts nationwide.
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<h3 data-start="193" data-end="258">Latest Update: 8.47 PM (IST)</h3>
Security has been intensified across Delhi, Mumbai and other major metro cities following a deadly explosion near the Red Fort, which left several injured. The wounded have been shifted to Lok Nayak Hospital, where security personnel have been deployed to prevent any untoward incident.
Specialised units from the National Security Guard (NSG), National Investigation Agency (NIA), and forensic experts have reached the blast site to collect evidence and determine the nature of the explosion. Teams from the Delhi Police Special Cell and the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) have also joined the investigation.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah held discussions with the Delhi Police Commissioner soon after the explosion and remains in constant contact with the Intelligence Bureau to review the developing situation.
Authorities have placed all major urban centres on high alert, with additional forces deployed at key installations, transport hubs and public spaces as investigations continue into the Red Fort car blast.
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<h3 data-start="193" data-end="258">News Updated : 8.09 PM (IST)</h3>
A devastating twin explosion rocked the Red Fort area on Monday, claiming eight lives and leaving 13 others injured, according to officials at Lok Nayak Jai Prakash (LNJP) Hospital where casualties were admitted.
Emergency services were mobilized immediately after loud blasts were reported in the vicinity of the historic monument. Law enforcement agencies and fire department personnel responded swiftly to the incident site.
The Delhi Fire Department was alerted about an explosion involving a vehicle near Gate No. 1 of Red Fort Metro Station. The blast triggered a chain reaction, causing three to four nearby vehicles to burst into flames and suffer extensive damage. Seven fire tenders were deployed to control the situation.
Authorities are currently investigating the cause and nature of the explosions, which remain under assessment. A specialized team from the Delhi Police Special Cell has been dispatched to the location to conduct forensic examination and gather evidence.
Following the incident, a high alert has been declared across the national capital. Security has been tightened at strategic locations and public spaces as a precautionary measure.
Multiple reports of injuries continue to emerge from the scene, though official confirmation from police authorities is still pending. Emergency medical teams remain on standby as rescue operations continue.
Further details are awaited as this is a developing situation.
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<h3 data-start="193" data-end="258">News Released : 7.31 PM (IST)</h3>
<h3 data-start="193" data-end="258">Twin explosions shake Red Fort vicinity; probe underway</h3>
<h3 data-start="193" data-end="258">A&nbsp;powerful twin car explosion near Delhi&rsquo;s historic Red Fort on Monday triggered panic among locals, damaging nearby shops and several parked vehicles. The blasts occurred close to Gate No. 1 of the Red Fort Metro Station, causing a brief fire and shattering glass in surrounding areas.Several hurt in car blast near Red Fort; three vehicles destroyed in fire</h3>
According to officials, three to four vehicles caught fire following the blasts. &ldquo;A call was received regarding an explosion in a car near Gate No. 1 of the Red Fort Metro Station, after which multiple vehicles sustained fire damage,&rdquo; a Delhi Fire Department officer said.
While no injuries or casualties have been reported so far, the Delhi Police and bomb disposal teams are at the site to determine the cause of the explosions. The area has been cordoned off, and traffic has been diverted to ensure public safety.
The security around Red Fort and nearby metro stations has been heightened, with forensic teams collecting evidence from the blast site. Officials are also reviewing CCTV footage from the vicinity to trace the source and sequence of the explosions.
Residents in the area described scenes of chaos and fear as loud bangs echoed through the market lanes. Windows and doors of nearby shops were damaged by the shockwaves.
Authorities have urged people to remain calm and avoid spreading unverified information as the investigation continues.
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November 11, 2025 | 01:01 IST