Explosion near Red Fort LIVE: At least 9 dead, several injured in blast; probing all angles, says Amit Shah

A high-intensity explosion took place in a slow-moving car outside the Red Fort in central Delhi on Monday evening, resulting in at least 10 fatalities and several injuries. Union Home Minister Amit Shah mentioned that ‘all possibilities are being explored and a thorough investigation will be conducted, considering all options.’ Following the blast, authorities cordoned off the area to handle the situation efficiently. The cause of the explosion was not yet revealed by the police, prompting a nationwide alert and increased security measures in crowded locations. Shah stated that the blast occurred around 7 p.m. in a Hyundai i20 vehicle, leading to damage to nearby cars and injuries to pedestrians.