Delhi blast: Victim on ventilator dies; death toll now 14
What's the story
The death toll from the recent Delhi blast has risen to 14 with the passing of Vinayak Pathak, who was critically injured in the November 10 explosion. The incident is now being investigated with potential links to a terror module, with authorities looking into possible links between Al-Falah University and those involved. The university's chairman, Javed Ahmad, has been summoned by Delhi Police for questioning regarding its operations and connections to suspects in the case.
Summons issued
University chairman summoned amid investigation
Ahmad has received two summons from the police to clarify discrepancies in his previous statements, according to sources cited by The Hindu. An officer was quoted as saying, "There are too many discrepancies in the statement recorded in relation to the functioning of the university." The investigation has also led to the detention of three individuals, including two doctors from Al-Falah University.
Encrypted communication
Accused used encrypted messaging app for communication
The accused reportedly used the encrypted messaging app Signal to coordinate their activities. An officer revealed that a group was created on Signal three months before the blast to share information and give instructions. Dr. Umar Nabi was said to have created this group, adding Muzzamil, Adeel, Irfan, and Muzzafa as members.
Legal action
Police register FIRs against university for forgery, cheating
The Delhi Police has also registered two FIRs against Al-Falah University for forgery and cheating. Investigators are now combing through the university's records and conducting background checks on everyone associated with it. Meanwhile, the white-collar terror module behind the attack planned to modify drones to weaponize them and make rockets for use before the November 10 terror strike near the Red Fort, according to NDTV, which cited investigators.