Delhi Blast Probe Live Updates: Amit Shah reviews Red Fort explosion probe, NIA leads investigation

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Tuesday chaired two high-level meetings to review the security situation in Delhi and across the country following the Red Fort blast, sources said. He first met officials in the morning and later convened another session in the afternoon.

The morning meeting was attended by Union Home Secretary Govind Mohan, Intelligence Bureau Director Tapan Deka, Delhi Police Commissioner Satish Golcha, and NIA Director General Sadanand Vasant Date, while Jammu and Kashmir DGP Nalin Prabhat joined virtually.

During the meetings, top security officials presented detailed updates on developments and the ongoing investigation. The afternoon session involved almost the same officials, focusing on the latest inputs and coordination measures, India Today reported.

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Tuesday warned that those responsible for the Delhi Red Fort blast will face “the wrath of the agencies.” He made the statement shortly after chairing a second high-level security meeting earlier in the day.

“Chaired review meetings on the Delhi car blast with the senior officials. Instructed them to hunt down each and every culprit behind this incident. Everyone involved in this act will face the full wrath of our agencies,” Shah wrote on X.

Forensic teams were seen examining the scene of the Red Fort car blast in Delhi, collecting evidence and analyzing the area to determine the cause of the explosion and gather crucial leads for the ongoing investigation.

The United States, China, Sri Lanka, the Maldives, Israel, Ireland, and Nepal on Tuesday expressed that they were “deeply saddened” by the tragic loss of lives in the Delhi blast that killed at least 12 people and injured several others.

The powerful explosion occurred in a slow-moving car near a traffic signal by the Red Fort Metro Station on Monday evening, initially killing nine and wounding 20. The death toll rose to 12 on Tuesday as three more victims succumbed to their injuries, police said.

Condemning the attack, the US said it continues to closely monitor the situation.

Security personnel carried out thorough checks at Chandigarh Railway Station following heightened security alerts, ensuring safety for passengers and monitoring for any suspicious activity.

Hours after the Red Fort blast that killed 12 people, the Delhi Fire Services (DFS) received five calls reporting “unclaimed” vehicles and bags, all of which were later confirmed as false alarms, an official said on Tuesday.

According to DFS officials, the calls began soon after news of the explosion spread, reflecting heightened public anxiety across the city.

Following Monday’s Red Fort blast, security agencies have launched coordinated operations across Uttar Pradesh, including raids at multiple locations, senior UP ATS officials said.

Lucknow Additional DCP (North) Amol Murkut said the residence of doctor Parvez Ansari in Muttakipur locality on IIM Road, under Madiyaon police station, was searched on Tuesday morning. Ansari is allegedly linked to two doctors — Dr Muzammil and his alleged girlfriend Shaheen Shahid — who were arrested from Faridabad on Monday by Jammu and Kashmir Police.

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Tuesday chaired a high-level security review at his residence in New Delhi to assess the situation following the car blast near the Red Fort.

The meeting was attended by the Union Home Secretary, Director of the Intelligence Bureau, Delhi Police Commissioner, and NIA Director General, while the Jammu and Kashmir Director General of Police joined virtually.

A man from Gurugram was taken for questioning after the first owner of the car used in the Red Fort blast had been his tenant between 2016 and 2020, the family claimed on Tuesday.

A joint team of Delhi and Gurugram police had detained the Haryana-registered car’s first owner, Mohd. Salman, from Gurugram on Monday evening, PTI reported. Salman had sold the vehicle to Devendra in Delhi’s Okhla about a year and a half ago. It was later sold in Ambala and eventually to a man named Tariq in Pulwama.

Following the Delhi car blast, Noida Police on Tuesday stepped up security across the city. Personnel were deployed at key locations, including malls, shopping centres, metro stations, and bus stands.

DCP Noida Yamuna Prasad said, “We are conducting checks at all prominent places, and also randomly selected vehicles are being checked.”

The family of Dr Umar Un Nabi, suspected to be involved in the Delhi Red Fort blast, said they cannot believe he could be linked to terrorism.

Dr Umar Nabi, allegedly driving the Hyundai i20 used in the blast near the Red Fort Metro Station parking area on Monday, is accused of causing the deaths of at least 12 people. He hails from Koil village in Pulwama.

Muzamil, his sister-in-law, described him as an introvert since childhood, with few friends, who was always focused on his studies and work.

Security has been tightened at Takhat Shri Harimandir Ji Patna Sahib a day after the Red Fort blast in Delhi, with police and paramilitary personnel deployed to ensure safety at the historic site.

Home Minister Amit Shah will attend another security meeting today amid ongoing investigations following the Red Fort blast in Delhi.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the nation following the Red Fort blast, switching to English to directly warn those behind the attack. He said the conspirators “will not be spared.”

Israel’s Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar expressed condolences to the families of those killed in the Red Fort blast.

“I extend my and Israel’s deepest condolences to the people of India, especially to the families of the innocent victims killed in the blast at the heart of Delhi. Wishing a speedy recovery to the wounded. Israel stands with India in its fight against terror,” said a statement from Israel’s Foreign Ministry.

The United Kingdom has issued a travel advisory following the explosion at Delhi’s Red Fort Metro Station. The Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) advised against all travel within 10 km of the India-Pakistan border.

“The Wagah-Attari border crossing is closed. FCDO advises against all travel to the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir—including Pahalgam, Gulmarg, Sonamarg, Srinagar city, and the Jammu-Srinagar national highway—except for travel by air to and from Jammu city, or travel within Jammu city,” the advisory stated.

Police have detained another doctor from Kashmir in connection with the ongoing terror investigation. Dr Sajad, a resident of Bandzoo in Pulwama, has been taken into custody. Dr Sajad Ahmad Malla, also known as Nazir Ahmad Malla, is an MBBS and MD.

He is the fourth doctor arrested in the Kashmir-Faridabad-Delhi terror case. Authorities are probing his links as part of the expanding terror module investigation.

Chief Justice of India BR Gavai, on behalf of the Supreme Court judges and the legal fraternity, expressed deep concern over the car blast near Delhi’s Red Fort on Monday.

“We are all deeply saddened by the tragic loss of life in the blast,” CJI Gavai said.

He added, “We convey our deepest condolences to those who have lost their loved ones in this devastating tragedy. Our thoughts and prayers are with all who are grieving, as well as with the injured and others affected. We hope the collective compassion and solidarity of the nation will offer some comfort in this hour of sorrow.”

Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim said that he was “deeply saddened” by the car blast near Delhi’s Red Fort .

He said the attack “deserves the strongest condemnation” and extended his condolences to the victims and their families.

Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake on Tuesday expressed condolences and solidarity with India following the car blast near Delhi’s historic Red Fort on Monday evening, which killed 13 people and injured more than 20.

In a post on X, the president conveyed his deep sorrow over the tragedy and extended support to the people of India.

“Saddened by news of the explosion in Delhi last evening. Sri Lanka stands in solidarity with the people of India. Our thoughts are with all those affected,” he wrote.

Following the Red Fort blast, security agencies, guided by National Security Advisor Ajit Doval, have traced multiple leads in a terror module, except for the doctor who carried out the suicide attack in the Metro parking, says a report from India Today.

The attacker had been under surveillance after pro-Jaish-e-Mohammed posters appeared in Pulwama, Jammu and Kashmir. Investigations intensified after large quantities of cash, ammonium nitrate, and assault rifles were recovered in Faridabad, near Delhi.

Agencies are probing links with Pakistani handlers who reportedly communicated via Telegram. Evidence of the network spans multiple states, including Jammu and Kashmir, Gujarat, Uttar Pradesh, and Haryana.

Uttar Pradesh: Bilal Khan of Saharanpur arrested for AQIS links; over 4,000 Pakistani numbers traced; tried to set up an online network for violent Sharia enforcement.

Gujarat: Ahmed Mohiyuddin Saiyed, Azad Suleman Sheikh, and Mohammed Suhail Mohammad Saleem arrested for chemical weapons plots; pistols, explosives, and ricin-related materials seized; coordination linked to ISKP in Afghanistan.

Multi-state module: Police busted a network across J&K, UP, and Haryana tied to JeM and Ansar Ghazwat-ul-Hind; eight people, including three doctors, were involved in recruitment, radicalisation, arms procurement, and IED preparation. Seized items included 2,900 kg explosives, firearms, chemicals, and electronic components.

The National Security Guard (NSG) carried out an investigation at the site of the Red Fort blast in Delhi, to determine the cause of the explosion.

China expressed shock on Tuesday over the Monday blast in Delhi that killed 13 people and injured several others.

“We are shocked by the incident,” Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lin Jian said at a media briefing. He offered condolences to the victims, extended sympathies to the families of the deceased and injured, and wished a speedy recovery to those hurt in the blast.

The Tamil Nadu Coast Guard has stepped up security measures along the state’s coastline following recent security concerns. Patrols and surveillance have been increased at key coastal areas.

Delhi Police have started probing the Red Fort blast as an act of terror and registered a case under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA), 1967.

On Tuesday, a case was filed under Sections 16 and 18 of the UAPA, PTI reported. Section 16 covers acts of terrorism, while Section 18 deals with conspiracy to carry out a terrorist act.

Helpline numbers:

Delhi Police Emergency: 112 (24 hours; reports of missing persons will be investigated)
Delhi Police Control Room: 011-22910010 or 011-22910011
LNJP Hospital (where most injured are admitted): 011-23233400 | Emergency: 011-23239249 (inquiries in person or by phone)
Delhi Fire Service: 101