Summary
Indian police are investigating a car explosion in New Delhi under an anti-terrorism law. The explosion killed at least 12 people, and India's National Investigation Agency is leading the probe. Prime Minister Narendra Modi promised to find those responsible, calling the incident a “conspiracy.”
Key Facts
- A car explosion occurred near New Delhi's Red Fort, killing at least 12 and injuring 20.
- The incident is being investigated under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act, an anti-terrorism law in India.
- The National Investigation Agency is handling the investigation.
- Prime Minister Modi described the explosion as a “conspiracy” and vowed to bring those involved to justice.
- Security has been increased in New Delhi and other states following the blast.
- Investigators suspect a connection to a raid on a suspected terror cell in Faridabad, where a large amount of explosives was found.
- The car in the explosion was reportedly linked to a doctor arrested in relation to the Faridabad raid.
- Police traced the vehicle's route using CCTV and toll data, tracking its movement from Faridabad to the Red Fort.
