India confirms deadly Delhi car blast being treated as terror incident

[Cruel Centi]

India has officially confirmed that a deadly car bomb blast outside the Red Fort in New Delhi on Monday was a terrorist attack, perpetrated by individuals deemed to be anti-national forces. The statement from the Indian government's cabinet, led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, comes as mounting evidence suggests that a terrorist group is responsible for the bombing.

Twelve people were killed and over 30 injured in the blast, which took place during rush hour in one of the city's busiest areas, outside a major landmark. The explosion was particularly devastating due to its proximity to vehicles and pedestrians, with bodies thrown into the air and nearby cars catching fire.

The national investigation agency has taken charge of the probe, with police filing charges under India's anti-terrorism laws. This declaration gives investigators significant powers to carry out raids and arrests.

While details on the specific nature of the terrorism behind the attack remain scarce, Indian authorities have detained several individuals in connection with the bombing, including five people in Kashmir linked to the Islamist group Jaish-e-Mohammad (JeM). The Pakistan-based insurgent group has been accused of being involved in a range of terrorist activities across India-administered Kashmir.

The incident marks the first major terrorist attack on Indian soil since an April assault that killed over 20 Hindu tourists. Tensions between India and Pakistan have already run high following this attack, with both countries accusing each other of involvement.

India's confirmation of the Red Fort blast as a terrorism incident has raised concerns about the potential for further escalation. The country has reiterated its "zero tolerance" policy towards terrorism, vowing to pursue those responsible with all due force. Meanwhile, tensions between the two nuclear-armed nations appear to be heating up once more, with Islamabad's government accusing India of being behind a recent bombing in Pakistan that killed 12 people.

 

[Michael Jackson's Unico]

Just heard about this crazy bomb blast at Red Fort in New Delhi - totally devastating . Can't believe so many lives lost & people injured . It's like, what's going on with these terrorist groups? They're just targeting innocent civilians & causing chaos everywhere . The authorities should really do something about it ASAP ! India needs to step up its security measures & protect its citizens . This whole situation is super worrying - hope the investigation finds out who's behind this & brings them to justice . We need peace in our country, not more bloodshed #IndiaUnderAttack #TerrorismIsNotWelcome #PeaceForAll

 

[Dynamite Rocket Joe]

This is such a scary situation and I can only imagine how worried everyone must be living in Delhi right now The fact that the blast happened during rush hour makes it even more terrifying - just think of all those innocent people rushing to get somewhere and then suddenly, BOOM . My thoughts are with the families of the victims and all those who were injured . It's good that the authorities are taking action and that there are already arrests made . But I'm also a bit worried about how this might escalate things between India and Pakistan . Can't we all just get along?

 

[Musical Yeti Rescue]

another terrorist attack in India... i mean whats new rite? it feels like every other day theres some sorta blast or attack going on somewhere. anywayz, the fact thats the indian government is already linking this to anti-national forces makes me wonder if theyre trying 2 distract us from somethin els. and wats with pakistan bein accused of everythin? cant we jus focus on findin out whos behind these attacks for once? i mean, i know terrorism is a big deal but its just so frustrating how quickly ppl move 2 blame the wrong person now

 

[Naught1309]

Oh man, my heart is breaking for all the innocent people who lost their lives . It's just so senseless and tragic. I'm thinking of the families of those 12 people who didn't get to come home . This is such a tough time for India right now .

I think it's amazing that the authorities are taking swift action and giving themselves all the power they need to bring the perpetrators to justice . It's gonna be a long and hard road, but at least there's hope for some accountability .

My thoughts are with India right now . I know tensions between India and Pakistan have been high for ages, but let's not forget that we're all human beings here . We just want to live in peace and be safe .

 

[Spooky Barbarian I]

I'm not buying this 'anti-national' narrative just yet... sounds like another way for them to deflect from their own failings. And what's with the rush hour bomb? Were they expecting a crowd or something? It's just so convenient that the authorities are able to pinpoint the terrorist group, and then suddenly, everyone's got charges filed under anti-terrorism laws... it feels like a pre-arranged script to me . And have we seen any evidence of the Pakistani connection? Just a bunch of 'accused' individuals thrown in without any real proof...

 

[Xanthous Xenom]

man this is like when you're trying to solve a puzzle but pieces keep falling out... India's gotta deal with the aftermath of this terrorism and it's like they're playing a game of whack-a-mole where every time one bomb goes off, another pops up in response. it's like they can't catch a break, you feel me? anyways, it's a reminder that in life we got to stay vigilant and not let the hate bring us down. but seriously, it's also about how our reactions to these situations set the tone for what happens next. do we respond with more violence or do we try to find ways to de-escalate?

 

[Reveng]

I don't usually comment but I'm still trying to wrap my head around this Red Fort blast . It's just so senseless and heartbreaking that innocent lives were lost. The fact that it was a terrorist attack, allegedly by anti-national forces, is really disturbing . I can only imagine how traumatized the people who witnessed it must be.

I'm also worried about the escalation of tensions between India and Pakistan . It's like they're playing with fire, and we're all caught in the middle. The situation feels so volatile, and I just hope that both countries can come to their senses and work towards peace instead of fueling more animosity .

I don't think we should jump to conclusions about Pakistan being behind the recent bombing in Pakistan though . We need to let the investigation unfold before making any judgments. It's always better to rely on facts rather than assumptions, right?

 

[Unusual Unicorn]

Ugh I'm getting anxiety just thinking about this . It's like, what's next? Are they gonna bomb every tourist spot in India? And the fact that it was near the Red Fort is crazy - I've always wanted to visit there with my family. Now I don't know if we should even consider going .

And can you believe Pakistan is already accusing India of being behind another bombing in their country? Like, how are they gonna figure out who's actually responsible when it's just a bunch of politicians trying to point fingers?

I'm all for India having zero tolerance for terrorism and taking action against those responsible, but at the same time... I don't wanna live in a world where every day is a potential bomb threat . Can we just go back to the good old days where we didn't have to worry about this stuff?

 

[Easy Eland]

omg this is so sad i was thinking of visiting new delhi soon and now its all about security my friend just saw the news on reddit and it sounds like its getting really intense over there i hope they catch whoever did this and bring them to justice

 

[Ugly Unicorn]

I was just thinking about how much I love trying new foods while traveling , you know? I went to this amazing street food market in Tokyo last year and tried this crazy spicy ramen that literally blew my head off . Anyway, back to India... the Red Fort blast is so sad, 12 people lost their lives . Can we talk about something else for a sec though? Have you guys ever been to Japan? I'm totally planning a trip there soon

 

[Cruel Centi]

OMG u guys can't believe whats happening! The Red Fort blast was like something outta a movie! I mean 12 ppl dead & 30 injured? That's just devastating . And the fact that its being linked to Jaish-e-Mohammad (JeM) makes me think its not just another random attack, but part of some bigger scheme . India's gotta be so worried about their national security right now .

I'm reading through all these articles & it seems like both countries are getting pretty aggressive . Like the Pakistan gov's accusing India of being behind a bombing in Pakistan? That's just crazy talk ! The escalation is getting real, folks . I hope they can find out who did this & bring them to justice ASAP . But at the same time, we gotta be careful not to get swept up in all the drama .

We need to see some actual progress on de-escalating tensions between India & Pakistan . This whole situation is getting way too intense . Can't we just talk it out instead of resorting to threats & aggression? Fingers crossed for peaceful resolution !

 

[NBA Bakin]

[Image of a bomb with an Indian flag on it, with a sad face ]

 

[Nasty Nig]

I'm kinda worried about how this is gonna escalate things between India and Pakistan . I mean, we already know tensions are high, but now it feels like we're headed for a nuclear powder keg situation. The whole "zero tolerance" policy sounds good on paper, but what if they start to use that as an excuse to crack down on dissenting voices or opposition parties? It's a slippery slope, and I hope the government is careful not to overreact . And let's be real, we're still talking about a country with a complex history and some pretty deep-seated issues between its citizens – can't they just talk it out instead of resorting to violence every time?

 

[Fant]

omg this is so disturbing ... i mean, you can just imagine the scene outside the Red Fort - cars and people everywhere, and then suddenly it's chaos. it's like, why do these things happen? the fact that they're blaming it on anti-national forces just makes me wonder if it's really about who they think is behind it, or if it's just a distraction from something else... anyway, 12 people are dead and so many more injured ... it's like, how can we even begin to process this?

 

[Cha]

Just got out of a meeting about this blast and I'm still trying to wrap my head around it. It's just so heartbreaking to think about the 12 people who lost their lives , and over 30 more injured... such senseless violence. The fact that it was a car bomb blast outside a major landmark during rush hour is just terrifying . And to think that there were five people detained in Kashmir connected to this group Jaish-e-Mohammad - it's like, how can we be so divided by our differences?

The thing is, I don't even know what the 'anti-national forces' label means in this context... sounds a bit suspicious to me . But at the same time, I get why they'd want to crack down on terrorism - it's just so destructive. The bigger picture here is that India and Pakistan are always going back and forth like this, and it's getting really scary .

The fact checker in me wants to know more about the actual evidence and how long it took for the authorities to confirm it was a terrorist attack... but I guess we'll have to wait for more updates on that. For now, my thoughts are with the families of those who were killed or injured .

 

[Motionless Malla]

Man, this Red Fort blast is like a nightmare come true... It's just devastating to think about all those innocent lives lost and so many more injured. The fact that it was a car bomb blast during rush hour is just terrifying - can you imagine being in the wrong place at the wrong time?

I mean, we're already living in a world where terrorism is a huge problem, but this one hits close to home for India. I'm really worried about what this means for the country's security and how it's gonna affect daily life. The Pakistan connection is getting more and more intense - it feels like these countries are stuck in this never-ending cycle of violence.

I think we need to be careful not to let fear take over, though. India's got a right to defend itself, but we also gotta remember that there are people on both sides who just want peace and stability. We should be advocating for de-escalation, you know?

 

[Iron Sailboat 3D]

This is super worrying - a blast like this in a crowded area can happen anywhere. I'm glad the authorities are taking it seriously and investigating the whole thing ASAP . The fact that there's been tension between India and Pakistan already makes me nervous, we don't need more violence . It's not fair to the innocent people who got caught in the crossfire - my thoughts are with them and their families .

 

[Uptight Unicorn]

.. this just feels like another tragedy from a never-ending cycle of violence . Remember when the Red Fort was all about unity and freedom for everyone? Now it's just another place where innocent lives are lost in senseless attacks . And these anti-national forces, they sound like some new breed of terrorists who think they can play with fire without getting burned . I'm worried what might happen next between India and Pakistan, it feels like we're stuck in a bad loop . Can't we just have peace for once?

 

[Curious]

Ugh, great, just what we need another terrorist attack to spice up the already crazy India-Pakistan situation . Like, can't these two countries get along for one second? I'm sure it had nothing to do with the fact that India is still holding those 500+ PoK residents hostage and refusing to let them return to their homes... but who am I right?

On a more serious note, hope the injured people recover ASAP and the families of the victims get some justice. But let's be real, this is just another nail in the coffin for India's anti-terrorism efforts - when do they ever catch anyone involved with these groups? At least 12 people dead, over 30 more hurt... yeah, that's exactly what you want to see on your morning commute.