Delhi Blast News Highlights: US Embassy issues security alert for its citizens

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'Saddened and shocked beyond words': Leaders condole loss of lives in Delhi blast

Political leaders across the country have expressed shock and sadness over the high-intensity blast near Delhi's historic Red Fort that took place on Monday evening, leaving at least eight people dead and many others injured.

"The news of several lives lost in the car blast near Delhi's Red Fort has caused pain and shock. I pray that the departed souls attain eternal peace and that the injured recover swiftly," Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah said in a post on X.

Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy said he was deeply saddened and shocked beyond words by the blast in the national capital.

"My thoughts and prayers for the bereaved families grieving for their beloved ones lost in this inhuman act. I pray for the recovery of all those injured," he said in a post on X.

Union Minister HD Kumara Swamy said in a post on X, "Deeply saddened by the blast in Delhi this evening that has resulted in the loss of precious lives and left people injured. My heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families, and prayers for the swift recovery of those who are injured."

Delhi Blast News Live: Police register case under UAPA, Explosives Act

Delhi Police have registered a case in connection with the blast near the historic Red Fort in the city under various Sections of the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA), the Explosives Act, and the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita.

"A case has been registered under sections 16, 18 of the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA) and various sections of the Explosives Act and the BNS at the Kotwali Police Station," Delhi Police said.

Delhi Blast News Live: US Embassy issues security alert for its citizens

The US Embassy in India issued a security alert for its citizens living in India after a blast took place near Delhi's iconic Red Fort on Monday evening.

On its official website, the US Embassy said, "On November 10, 2025, a car exploded near the Lal Quila (Red Fort) metro station in central Delhi, India, with local media reporting multiple casualties. While the cause of the explosion is unknown at this time, the Government of India has placed several Indian states on high alert."

Delhi Blast News Live: Security beefed at Vaishno Devi shrine, Jammu city after Red Fort blast

Security has been beefed at the Mata Vaishno Devi cave shrine, its base camp Katra, and Jammu city following the Red Fort blast in the national capital Monday evening, officials said.

A high-intensity explosion ripped through a slow-moving car at a traffic signal near the Red Fort Metro Station, killing at least eight people and gutting several vehicles.

Delhi Blast News Live: Everything will be known after examination, says FSL officer

FSL Officer Mohamad Wahid said, "...The samples will be taken to the laboratory, and after that, only we can make any confirmation...Everything will be known after the examination..."

Delhi Blast News Live: Detailed analysis of Delhi blast on Tuesday, says Amit Shah

Union Home Minister Amit Shah said a detailed analysis of the blast near the Red Fort on Monday evening will be conducted with top security officers on Tuesday.

"Tomorrow morning, we will hold a detailed analysis of the blast with senior officers at the home ministry," Shah told reporters after meeting those injured in the blast at the LNJP Hospital. (PTI)

Delhi Blast News Live: Several agencies, including NSG, Delhi Police, FSL and others, at the site

Delhi Blast News Live: Delhi CM Rekha Gupta appeals to people to avoid rumours

Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Monday condoled the loss of lives in the blast near the Red Fort on Monday that killed at least eight people and injured many others, and appealed to people to maintain calm and avoid rumours.

Calling the incident ”extremely distressing and alarming”, Gupta expressed her deepest sympathies to those who lost their loved ones. "I pray to God that the injured recover swiftly,” she said. All possible help is being ensured for the affected people, and teams of Delhi Police, NSG, NIA, and FSL are working together to conduct a thorough probe into the entire matter, she said in a post on X.

"I appeal to all Delhi residents to avoid rumours and maintain calm. Please rely only on official information issued by police and the administration,” the chief minister said.

Delhi Blast News Live: Delhi CM Rekha Gupta, minister Ashish Sood meet injured patients at Lok Nayak Hospital.

Blast in Delhi: President Droupadi Murmu expresses condolences for explosion victims

"I convey my heartfelt condolences to the families and friends of those who lost their lives in the blast that has taken place in Delhi. I pray for quick recovery of those injured," President Murmu wrote on X.

Blast in Delhi: IGI Airport, Delhi Metro on high alert

In the wake of the explosion in a vehicle near Red Fort Metro station, installations secured by CISF in the National Capital Region (NCR) including Delhi Metro, Red Fort, Government Buildings and IGI Airport have been placed on high alert. The situation is being constantly monitored and personnel are on standby.

Blast in Delhi: Car owner detained by Gurugram Police

Blast in Delhi: Amit Shah reaches explosion site near Red Fort

Blast in Delhi: UP ATS joins investigation

Blast in Delhi: NSG team arrives at explosion site near Red Fort

Blast in Delhi: Police check vehicles in Lucknow after explosion near Red Fort

Blast in Delhi: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on explosion near Red Fort

"Defence Minister Rajnath Singh tweets, "The car blast incident in Delhi is extremely painful and disturbing. At this moment of immense grief, I extend my sincerest condolences to the families of the deceased. Praying for the speedy recovery of those injured," Defence Minister Rajnath Singh wrote on X.

Blast in Delhi: PM Modi offers condolences for Delhi blast victims

"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," PM Modi wrote on X.

Blast in Delhi: Amit Shah holds meeting with Delhi CP

Blast in Delhi: Amit Shah leaves for LNJP Hospital to meet blast victims

Blast in Delhi: Amit Shah to rush to explosion site

Within 10 minutes of the blast, Delhi crime branch, other agencies started an investigation. CCTV cameras in nearby areas were ordered to be summoned.

CP Delhi and special branch in charge are present at the spot. We are reviewing all the angles and a deep investigation will be carried. We will keep it in front of the people. I will soon go to the blast spot for inspection.

- Home Minister Amit Shah

Blast in Delhi: Amit Shah on explosion near Red Fort

We are exploring all possibilities and will conduct a thorough investigation, Shah says.

Blast in Delhi: Rahul Gandhi on explosion near Red Fort

"The news of the car explosion near Delhi's Red Fort Metro Station is extremely heartbreaking and concerning. The report of the deaths of several innocent people in this tragic incident is profoundly sorrowful.

In this hour of grief, I stand with the bereaved families who have lost their loved ones and express my deepest condolences to them. I hope for the swift recovery of all the injured," Rahul Gandhi wrote on X.

Blast in Delhi: Several states put on high alert

Several states have been put on alert in the wake of Delhi blast

Bihar is on high alert following the Delhi blast. Teams are on alert in Bihar, and everyone is being checked.

Security has been tightened across Chandigarh after a blast in Delhi. Police are on high alert.

Kerala Police Chief Ravada Azad Chandrasekhar has directed the police to strengthen security across the state.

An alert has also been issued in Haryana. The government has issued instructions to all district magistrates.

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, after receiving information about the incident from Director General of Police Rajiv Krishna, has given instructions to keep the entire police force in Uttar Pradesh on high alert and ensure intensive checking and security arrangements.

Blast in Delhi: UP CM orders strict vigilance after explosion near Red Fort

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath instructed senior officials to stay alert and be active in the field; vigilance increased following the car explosion near Red Fort in Delhi, with special monitoring ordered at important locations.

Blast in Delhi: Blast occurred in Hyundai i20 with 2-3 occupants, say Delhi Police

Blast in Delhi: Mamata Banerjee reacts to Red Fort explosion

Deeply shocked to hear about the tragic blast in New Delhi. My heart goes out to the families who have lost their loved ones and I pray for strength and a swift recovery for all those injured.

Blast in Delhi: Eye witness recounts horror

Blast in Delhi: Fire Department official on damage after Red Fort explosion

Six cars, two e-rickshaws and one autorickshaw gutted in the ensuing fire, a Delhi Fire Dept official tells PTI

Blast in Delhi; Red Fort explosion death toll rises to 10

Blast in Delhi: Chandni Chowk market to be closed on Tuesday

Chandni Chowk market to be closed on Tuesday following blast near Red Fort: Market association president Sanjay Bhargaw.

Blast in Delhi: NIA, NSG teams present at explosion site

Blast in Delhi: Explosion site being tested for Ammonium Nitrate sample: CNN-News18

Blast in Delhi: Police says blast happened in slow moving vehicle

Delhi: Forensic team arrives at the spot after the blast near Gate no 1 of the Red Fort Metro station in Delhi

Delhi Police Commissioner Satish Golcha said, "Today at around 6.52 pm, a slow-moving vehicle stopped at the red light. An explosion happened in that vehicle, and due to the explosion, nearby vehicles were also damaged. All agencies, FSL, NIA, are here... Some people have died, and some have been injured in the incident. The situation is being monitored. The Home Minister has also called us, and information is being shared with him from time to time."

Blast in Delhi: One suspect in police custody, CNN-News18 says

Blast in Delhi: PM Modi takes stock of situation after explosion near Red Fort

Blast in Delhi: Eye witness recounts blast horror

Blast near Delhi's Red Fort: Zeeshan, auto driver who got injured due to the blast, says: "The car in front of me was about two feet away. I don’t know whether there was a bomb in it or something else, but it exploded. It was a Swift Dzire car."

Blast in Delhi: Home Minister Amit Shah speaks to top cop over Red Fort explosion

Blast in Delhi: Chandni Chowk area cordoned off after explosion near Red Fort

Blast in Delhi: Precautionary alert in Mumbai after explosion near Red Fort

Blast in Delhi: UP on high alert after Red Fort explosion

Uttar Pradesh has been put on alert in the wake of a blast near Gate no 1 of the Red Fort Metro station in Delhi

Speaking to ANI, Uttar Pradesh ADG Law and Order Amitabh Yash said that the DGP has issued instructions to all senior officials in Uttar Pradesh to increase security at sensitive religious sites, sensitive districts, and border areas. All security agencies have also been alerted. Police in all districts of Uttar Pradesh have been put on alert. An order was issued from Lucknow to increase patrols and checks in sensitive areas.

Blast in Delhi: Police official says probe underway

Blast near Gate 1 of Red Fort Metro station | A Delhi Police official says, "As of now, I can't tell you anything. Investigation is being done."

Blast in Delhi: Deputy Fire Officer on Red Fort explosion

Deputy Chief Fire Officer AK Malik says, "We got information that there was a blast in a car near Chandni Chowk Metro Station. We responded immediately, and seven units were sent to the spot. At 7:29 PM, the fire was brought under control. There is a possibility that there are casualties in this. All our teams are present at the spot..."

Blast in Delhi: At least 3 people critically injured as of now

Blast in Delhi: Witness recounts horror

Delhi: Blast near Red Fort | "When we saw someone's hand on the road, we were absolutely shocked. I can't explain it in words..." said a local to ANI

Blast in Delhi: Update from LNJP Hospital

Fifteen people have been brought to Lok Nayak Hospital. Eight of them died before reaching the hospital. Three are seriously injured. One is in stable condition: Medical Superintendent, Lok Nayak Jai Prakash Narayan (LNJP) Hospital to ANI

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