A deadly car explosion in New Delhi is being investigated under an anti

A deadly car explosion in New Delhi is being investigated under an anti-terrorism law, Indian officials said World Nov 11, 2025 12:29 PM EST

NEW DELHI (AP) — Indian police were investigating a deadly car explosion in New Delhi under an anti-terrorism law, officials said Tuesday, as forensic experts worked to determine the cause of the blast.

The explosion occurred near the historic Red Fort late Monday, killing at least eight people and injuring several others.

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Senior police officials told The Associated Press that a case was registered under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act, India’s main anti-terrorism law, which allows broader powers to investigating agencies to detain susp