DELHI (national capital territory)

Following the car blast near Red Fort Metro Station, Delhi Metro operations came under heightened security on Tuesday, with increased checks and surveillance across the network. Special focus was given to busy interchange stations, reflecting the immediate impact of the high-alert situation. Enhanced Security Measures Across Metro Network Security agencies directed intensified inspections across all metro stations, particularly at Chandni Chowk, Rajiv Chowk, Kashmere Gate, Mandi House, and Hauz Khas—key hubs with heavy passenger traffic. Both uniformed personnel and plainclothes officers monitored crowds closely, ensuring thorough screening of every commuter before granting entry. The enhanced security checks caused delays at several stations, even during non-peak hours. For insta...

In the aftermath of the Red Fort blast in Delhi, two bodies have been recovered that cannot be identified through facial recognition, necessitating DNA testing. The total death toll in the incident has now risen to ten. Postmortems Underway, Families Waiting for Closure Out of the ten deceased, seven bodies have already been identified and handed over to their families following postmortems. At LNJP Hospital, 25 injured individuals are currently receiving treatment, with all reported to be in stable condition. According to hospital sources, postmortems have been conducted under police supervision since early Tuesday morning, with four to five bodies released by 9:30 a.m. to the families. Separate teams were assigned to ensure the process was smooth and to avoid putting pressure on...

In a first-of-its-kind revelation, authorities have uncovered a terror network allegedly run by doctors, working in support of militant groups Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) and Ansar Ghazwat-ul-Hind. The network came to light following the arrest of Arif in Srinagar, who was caught posting pro-JeM posters. Doctors Allegedly Running Terror Operations Investigations revealed that the module was being organized by doctors stationed across India. Following Arif’s arrest, authorities detained Dr. Muzammil Shakeel from Faridabad and Dr. Adil Ahmed from Saharanpur. These individuals were allegedly attempting to set up an operational terror network. Names of the accused surfaced during the probe into the poster incident in Kashmir, uncovering a sleeper cell supported by JeM and Al-Qaeda. Dr. Muz...

New Delhi: Following the recent car blast near Delhi’s Red Fort, authorities have announced that the historic monument will remain closed to tourists from Tuesday to Thursday. Police have stated that allowing public access could interfere with the investigation and potentially compromise crucial evidence at the site. Closure DetailsImmediately after the incident, the police sealed an area of approximately 200 square meters around the Red Fort. Access to both traffic and pedestrians has been restricted, and multiple investigative agencies are currently collecting samples and evidence from the scene. Considering the sensitive nature of the case, authorities had anticipated the closure of the Red Fort as early as Monday night. ASI Orders the Closure on Police AdviceThe Archaeological Su...

! New Delhi: In a major relief for Delhi’s vehicle owners, the government is preparing to waive off nearly 24.6 million pending traffic fines under a new Amnesty Scheme. The move aims to clear long-pending non-serious violations issued over the last ten years. The proposal has been sent by the Transport Department to the cabinet for approval. Cabinet to Discuss ProposalAccording to official sources, the proposal will be discussed in the upcoming cabinet meeting chaired by Chief Minister Rekha Gupta. If approved, approximately 60–70% of all pending fines, amounting to around 24.6 million cases, will be waived. Which Fines Are Included?The Amnesty Scheme targets compoundable fines—those that can be settled outside of court. Serious offenses such as drunk driving, unauthorized drivin...

New Delhi/Faridabad: Intelligence agencies have identified Maulvi Irfan Ahmed as the alleged mastermind behind the Faridabad terror module, which is now being linked to the recent blast near Delhi’s Red Fort. Reports suggest that Irfan played a key role in radicalizing several doctors, one of whom is accused of executing the attack. Who is Maulvi Irfan Ahmed?According to News18, Maulvi Irfan Ahmed hails from Shopian, Jammu & Kashmir. He is believed to have radicalized the doctors involved in the Faridabad module. Intelligence sources revealed, “Irfan Ahmed played a crucial role in extremist indoctrination of medical students. He was a paramedical staff member at Government Medical College, Srinagar, and maintained constant contact with students. He also served as the Imam of Nougam ...

? New Delhi: Preliminary forensic reports into the deadly explosion near Delhi’s Red Fort indicate the device used ammonium nitrate fuel oil (ANFO) together with a detonator. The blast killed and injured several people and has prompted a nationwide investigation by security agencies. ([Reuters][1]) What exactly is ANFO? ANFO is a simple, bulk explosive made by mixing two common components: ammonium nitrate (an oxidiser often sold as fertiliser) and a liquid fuel such as diesel. Practical ANFO mixtures are typically about 94% ammonium nitrate and 6% fuel oil by weight. In normal conditions the components are stable — but when properly confined and initiated they detonate violently. ([Wikipedia][2]) How ANFO works — why it is so destructive Ammonium nitrate supplies oxygen whi...

Faridabad/New Delhi: In the wake of the Red Fort blast in Delhi, Faridabad’s Al-Falah University has come under intense investigation. A massive search operation involving over 800 police personnel was launched in the Dhouj area, as authorities examine whether the university’s laboratories were used for manufacturing RDX or other advanced explosives. Just a day prior, nearly 2,900 kilograms of explosive and flammable materials were seized from the vicinity. The investigation has now been handed over to the National Investigation Agency (NIA) following a high-level meeting chaired by Home Minister Amit Shah. Detonators Recovered from Medical Professor’s ResidenceAccording to The Times of India, the operation was triggered after the arrest of Dr. Muzamil Shakeel, a Kashmiri medical profes...