Delhi Car Bomb Blast: Authorities Arrest Suspect in Deadly Attack

Breaking News: Delhi Car Bomb Blast Investigation A man has been arrested in connection with a deadly car bomb attack that killed eight people and wounded 20 others in Delhi last week, authorities have confirmed. The National Investigation Agency (NIA) said the car used in the attack was registered in the arrested suspect's name, and they have accused him of conspiring with the alleged suicide bomber. The suspect is a resident of Indian-administered Kashmir, according to authorities. The explosion occurred on Monday evening at 18:52 local time (13:22 GMT) near a metro station close to the Red Fort, one of Delhi's most high-profile landmarks. Home Minister Shah confirmed the explosion had taken place in a white Hyundai i20. The NIA has seized another vehicle allegedly belonging to the suicide bomber for examination. So far, 73 witnesses, including people injured in the blast, have been interrogated. The immediate impact of the blast was severe, with emergency services rushing to the scene to treat the injured. The Delhi government has activated its disaster response plan, and the city's hospitals have been put on high alert. The Indian government has condemned the attack, calling it a "terrorist incident." The Red Fort explosion is the first such incident in Delhi since 2011, when a bomb exploded in a crowded market, killing 16 people. The city has since implemented various security measures to prevent such incidents, including increased surveillance and intelligence gathering. As the investigation continues, the NIA is expected to provide further updates on the case. The arrested suspect is currently being held for questioning, and the authorities are working to determine the full extent of his involvement in the attack. The Indian government has promised a thorough investigation and has vowed to bring those responsible to justice.