Summary
A car explosion in New Delhi's Red Fort area killed 13 people and injured more than 20 others. Authorities have launched an investigation and invoked India's main anti-terrorism law, suspecting the blast might be a potential terrorist attack. The explosion happened near a major historical site during a busy hour, causing significant damage.
Key Facts
- The explosion happened in a car in New Delhi and killed 13 people, injuring over 20 others.
- The blast took place near the Red Fort Metro Station during evening rush hour.
- The car involved in the explosion was a Hyundai i20, and nearby vehicles were also damaged.
- Delhi Police detained the car's original owner and arrested another man connected to the vehicle's recent sale.
- Authorities have invoked the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act, treating the incident as a potential terrorist attack.
- The explosion occurred close to the Red Fort, an important historical and national site in India.
- The explosion happened hours after police arrested a Kashmiri doctor for allegedly plotting a separate terrorist attack, though no link to this explosion has been confirmed.
- Security checks have been tightened across New Delhi, especially at railway stations.
