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24 Nov

Al Falah University Students Demand Rebranding Amid Red Fort Blast Controversy

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndiaAl Falah University, Red Fort blast, student protest, university rebranding

Faridabad, November 24, 2025: Students at Al Falah University have called for a rebranding of their institution following the arrests of several doctors teaching at the university for allegedly orchestrating the Red Fort blast. On Sunday, students gathered on campus to voice their concerns, a day after anxious parents met university authorities seeking clarity.The National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC) has already issued a show-cause notice to Al Falah University, placing its accreditation under scrutiny. Despite this, students say they have received no further guidance and fear their academic and professional futures are at risk.With the university continuing its operations,…

16 Nov

NIA Arrests Key Conspirator in Red Fort Car Bomb Blast; Confirms Suicide Bomber’s Identity

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndiaNIA, Rashid Ali arrest, Red Fort blast, Umar Un Nabi suicide bomber, vehicle-borne IED

New Delhi, November 16, 2025 — The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has made a significant breakthrough in the Red Fort car bomb blast case, arresting a Kashmir resident accused of conspiring with the suicide bomber who carried out the deadly attack that killed 13 people.The arrested man, Rashid Ali, was taken into custody in Delhi. According to the NIA, the car used in the explosion was registered in his name, and he had played a central role in facilitating the plot.The probe agency, which took over the investigation from Delhi Police, launched an extensive nationwide search before tracking down Ali.…

14 Nov

Delhi Red Fort car blast: House of Dr Umar, who drove explosive-laden car, demolished in Pulwama

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National Times Bureau :- Security forces have demolished the residence of Dr Umar Nabi, the man who drove the explosive-laden car involved in the recent blast in Delhi, officials confirmed on Friday. The structure in Jammu and Kashmir’s Pulwama district was razed during the intervening night of Thursday and Friday. The car explosion near Red Fort on Monday night claimed 13 lives and left several others injured. Investigators later identified the driver as Dr Umar Nabi after DNA samples recovered from the blast site matched those of his mother. Dr Umar, considered academically bright by his acquaintances, is believed to…

12 Nov

Red Fort Car Blast Declared Terrorist Attack; Cabinet Orders Swift Probe

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New Delhi, November 12, 2025:Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said on Wednesday that the Union Cabinet has directed an immediate and thorough investigation into the Red Fort car blast, emphasizing that those responsible — including perpetrators, collaborators, and sponsors — must be identified and brought to justice without delay.“The Cabinet directs that the investigation into the incident be pursued with utmost urgency and professionalism so that the perpetrators, their collaborators, and their sponsors are identified and brought to justice without delay,” Vaishnaw stated.He added that the Cabinet “unequivocally condemns this dastardly and cowardly act that has led to the loss of…

11 Nov

Rajnath Singh Promises Accountability After Red Fort Car Blast, Investigation Underway

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New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): In the wake of Monday’s deadly car explosion near Delhi’s historic Red Fort, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh extended his condolences to the families of the victims and promised that those responsible would face strict justice. The incident claimed 12 lives and left several others injured, prompting a massive security and investigative response.Speaking at the Delhi Defence Dialogue, Singh described the tragedy as a moment of national grief. “I convey my deepest sympathies to all those affected by the unfortunate incident in Delhi yesterday,” he said, highlighting the government’s commitment to transparency and accountability.The Defence Minister emphasized…

11 Nov

PM Modi Condemns Delhi Red Fort Blast, Pledges Justice for Victims

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Thimphu, Bhutan (Rajeev Sharma): Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed profound grief over the deadly car explosion near Delhi’s Red Fort on Monday evening and assured that the perpetrators will be held accountable.Speaking from Thimphu, the Prime Minister said, “I come here with a very heavy heart. The horrific incident in Delhi yesterday evening has deeply saddened the entire nation. I share in the grief of the families affected, and the nation stands firmly with them today.” Modi highlighted that the government is closely monitoring the ongoing investigation. “I was in constant contact with all the agencies handling this case throughout…

11 Nov

Four Detained in J&K as Probe Deepens into Red Fort Blast; Fugitive Doctor Suspected to Have Driven Explosive Car

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Srinagar / New Delhi — Investigators probing the Red Fort blast that rocked Delhi on Monday evening have detained four individuals in Jammu and Kashmir, as authorities focus on tracing an absconding doctor believed to have played a key role in the attack. Sources in the Jammu and Kashmir Police confirmed that the men taken into custody include the brothers of Dr. Umar Nabi, a medical practitioner who has been on the run since the explosion. Early findings suggest that Nabi may have been behind the wheel of the Hyundai i20 that detonated near the Red Fort metro station, killing…

10 Nov

High Alert in Chandigarh and Himachal After Red Fort Blast; Security Tightened Along Borders

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsIndia, PunjabChandigarh security, Delhi explosion, DGP Ashok Tiwari, Himachal alert, Red Fort blast

New Delhi/Shimla, November 10, 2025 — Following the powerful explosion near Red Fort Metro Station in Delhi, security has been heightened in Chandigarh and Himachal Pradesh. Director General of Police (DGP) Ashok Tiwari has issued directives to all district Superintendents of Police (SPs) to increase vigilance and tighten border checks.According to sources, all vehicles entering Himachal from neighboring states are being thoroughly inspected at border checkpoints. Police have been instructed to maintain strict surveillance on suspicious persons and vehicles. Security has also been beefed up at major temples and prominent religious sites across the state.DGP Tiwari confirmed that police station…

10 Nov

Explosion Near Red Fort Metro Station Leaves Several Injured, Victims Admitted to LNJP Hospital

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndiacar fire Delhi, Delhi metro explosion, LNJP Hospital, Red Fort blast, Red Fort incident

New Delhi, November 10, 2025 — Panic gripped the area near Gate No. 1 of the Red Fort Metro Station on Monday evening after a car explosion caused a massive fire. Several injured individuals have been taken to Lok Nayak Jai Prakash (LNJP) Hospital for treatment, according to sources.Eyewitnesses reported a loud blast followed by flames spreading rapidly to nearby vehicles parked in the area. Firefighters and police personnel rushed to the spot and managed to douse the blaze after an intense operation.The entire vicinity has been sealed off as forensic experts and bomb disposal teams inspect the site. Investigators…