Deadly Explosion Near Delhi's Red Fort Kills Eight and Injures 24: Timeline and Emergency Response

Nov 11, 2025 12:53 am CST

A devastating explosion near Delhi's historic Red Fort killed eight people and injured at least 24 others. The blast occurred at 6:52 PM in a slow-moving vehicle outside Gate No. 1 of the Lal Quila metro station during evening rush hour. Emergency services responded swiftly, controlling the resulting fire within 37 minutes. The incident has prompted high security alerts across Delhi and neighboring regions.