Delhi blast: Owner of car has been detained; probe underway
A tragic explosion hit the busy Red Fort area in central Delhi on Monday evening, killing at least nine people and injuring 24 others.
The blast happened around 6:52pm when a slow-moving car stopped at a red light near Gate 1 of the metro station.
The impact was intense—several vehicles caught fire and windows of nearby buildings shattered, leaving the area in shock.
Owner of car has been detained
Emergency teams rushed in within minutes to control fires and help the injured.
Police have sealed off the area and launched an investigation with top agencies like NIA and NSG involved.
Security footage is being reviewed, and Delhi remains on high alert as officials look into possible terror links.
The car's registered owner from Gurgaon has been detained for questioning, but authorities say it had changed hands before the incident.
People in the city are understandably anxious as they wait for answers.