Delhi Red Fort Blast: A minimum of eight individuals lost their lives following a powerful explosion that tore through a stationary car near the Delhi's Red Fort on Monday evening, November 10, 2025. The intense blast set several vehicles ablaze and shattered window panes. Delhi Police Commissioner Satish Golcha reported that the vehicle was halted at a red light outside the Red Fort at 6:52 p.m. when the explosion took place.
Following the explosion reported in Delhi on Sunday evening, security agencies have placed several major cities, including Pune and Mumbai, on high alert. The move comes after central intelligence agencies issued a nationwide warning, urging heightened vigilance and stricter security measures to prevent any further untoward incidents.
Authorities in Pune and Mumbai have intensified security checks at key public locations, transport hubs, and crowded areas. Additional police forces have been deployed, and surveillance has been stepped up as part of precautionary measures.
Authorities issued a high alert in Delhi. According to the Delhi Fire Services, seven fire engines were dispatched to the scene as police secured the vicinity. The explosion was so intense that it broke the windows of vehicles parked meters away and was audible in nearby buildings of the densely populated area. Senior officers from the Delhi Police have arrived at the scene and are conducting an investigation.
As per initial reports, the explosion occurred around 6:45 p.m. in Delhi. Fire department teams rushed to the scene immediately after the blast, which triggered a fire in the vehicle involved. Firefighters managed to bring the blaze under control, while bomb disposal squads and forensic experts began their investigation.
Officials are probing the exact cause of the explosion and whether any foul play or terrorist intent was involved. Further details are awaited as the investigation progresses.
