Deadly car explosion near Delhi’s Red Fort kills at least 10

A powerful car explosion near the historic Red Fort in New Delhi has killed at least ten people and injured many others, according to local authorities. The blast occurred late in the evening near one of the capital’s busiest tourist zones, sending flames and debris across the street. Several vehicles caught fire, and witnesses described scenes of chaos as emergency responders rushed to the site.

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Officials confirmed that most of the victims were local vendors and pedestrians. Hospitals across the city are treating the injured, some in critical condition. Police said they are investigating the cause of the explosion, including the possibility of a coordinated attack.

India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed condolences to the families of the victims, calling the incident “a heinous act that will not go unpunished.” Security forces have cordoned off the area surrounding the UNESCO World Heritage site, while forensic teams comb through the wreckage to determine the source of the blast.