Indian authorities have detained multiple suspects in the disputed Kashmir region as part of their investigation into last week's deadly car explosion in New Delhi that killed eight people.
The blast occurred near the historic Red Fort monument, a 17th-century landmark and site where Indian prime ministers deliver Independence Day speeches. The attack has raised concerns about renewed tensions between India and Pakistan, with India accusing Pakistan of backing attacks on its soil.
Indian security agencies have launched an investigation into the possible terrorism link behind the blast, which could be the deadliest in New Delhi since 2011. Authorities have detained several suspects, including at least five people for questioning in a series of raids overnight in Pulwama district.
The blast came hours after police in Indian-controlled Kashmir said they had dismantled a suspected militant cell operating from the disputed region to the outskirts of New Delhi. At least seven people, including two doctors, were arrested and police seized weapons and bomb-making materials.
Investigations suggest that the car's driver was a Kashmiri doctor who may have deliberately triggered the blast or was transporting explosives that detonated accidentally. The police are still probing "all possible angles," including a terror attack, an accidental blast, or any kind of failure in the car.
The incident has heightened fears of renewed tensions between India and Pakistan, with both countries having a long-standing dispute over Kashmir. Militants in Indian-controlled Kashmir have been fighting New Delhi's rule since 1989, with India insisting that the Kashmir militancy is Pakistan-sponsored terrorism.
Last year, suspected militants killed 26 people, mostly Hindu tourists, in Indian-controlled Kashmir, leading to tit-for-tat military strikes by India and Pakistan. The region has experienced several major bombings in the past, including a car bomb that tore through a crowded market in Lajpat Nagar in 1996, killing 13 people.
The blast occurred near the historic Red Fort monument, a 17th-century landmark and site where Indian prime ministers deliver Independence Day speeches. The attack has raised concerns about renewed tensions between India and Pakistan, with India accusing Pakistan of backing attacks on its soil.
Indian security agencies have launched an investigation into the possible terrorism link behind the blast, which could be the deadliest in New Delhi since 2011. Authorities have detained several suspects, including at least five people for questioning in a series of raids overnight in Pulwama district.
The blast came hours after police in Indian-controlled Kashmir said they had dismantled a suspected militant cell operating from the disputed region to the outskirts of New Delhi. At least seven people, including two doctors, were arrested and police seized weapons and bomb-making materials.
Investigations suggest that the car's driver was a Kashmiri doctor who may have deliberately triggered the blast or was transporting explosives that detonated accidentally. The police are still probing "all possible angles," including a terror attack, an accidental blast, or any kind of failure in the car.
The incident has heightened fears of renewed tensions between India and Pakistan, with both countries having a long-standing dispute over Kashmir. Militants in Indian-controlled Kashmir have been fighting New Delhi's rule since 1989, with India insisting that the Kashmir militancy is Pakistan-sponsored terrorism.
Last year, suspected militants killed 26 people, mostly Hindu tourists, in Indian-controlled Kashmir, leading to tit-for-tat military strikes by India and Pakistan. The region has experienced several major bombings in the past, including a car bomb that tore through a crowded market in Lajpat Nagar in 1996, killing 13 people.
. I mean, a deadly car explosion near the Red Fort is just crazy! And now, with all these detentions and investigations, it's like we're living in some kind of thriller movie 
. The thing is, I don't think either India or Pakistan wants to give up Kashmir, and that's what's causing all this tension 
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. We need to hope that these investigations lead to some real answers and that we can find a way to calm things down before it gets out of hand 
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it's getting pretty serious now... i mean 8 people dead is already bad enough but now there are suspects detained and all this back-and-forth with pakistan 
india says pak is behind it, but pakistan just denies everything. any kind of terrorism link or accident, who knows? the thing is, kashmir has been like this for ages... the region is super disputed and both countries have a lot at stake here. its always sad when innocent people get caught in the crossfire 
. And then there's this whole "Pakistan-sponsored terrorism" thing that India is pushing. What's really going on? Are we supposed to just take their word for it? I need more info before I believe anything 
. Sources would be nice too...
. It's just so senseless to lose lives like that, especially near historical landmarks like Red Fort. The security situation in India has been volatile for years, and it's getting really scary 
. The fact that a Kashmiri doctor was behind the wheel of the car that day is shocking – you'd think that someone with medical training would know better than to carry explosives around 
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. Can't we just find a way to resolve our differences peacefully? 
it's like the whole world is watching as Kashmir just can't seem to catch a break. And now this latest blast in New Delhi, eight lives lost... it's just heartbreaking 
. You can't help but think about the Red Fort, that historic landmark, now tainted with the blood of innocent people. The authorities are trying to piece together what happened, but you've got to wonder if they'll ever find all the answers 
. Remember what happened last year? Suspected militants killed 26 people in Kashmir and India-Pakistan tensions went up again 
. It's like they're playing a game of cat & mouse here 
. I hope the police get to the bottom of this without letting emotions get the best of them 
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we don't know all the facts yet. and let's not forget that pakistan is denying any involvement 
this whole thing could be blown out of proportion again. i mean, we've seen it happen before - india and pakistan engaging in a cycle of retaliation and counter-attack 
. can't help but think about the lives lost last week in new delhi 
people's fear is rising 
what if it was an accident? 
but authorities think its terrorism connection 
5 suspects detained so far 
Pakistan denying all links 
Kashmir region is a powder keg 
India and Pakistan tension between them for ages 
last year 26 lives lost in Kashmir market 
India-Pakistan dispute over Kashmir still unresolved 
. And now with this latest blast in New Delhi, it's like, what's the point? 
and now with all these detentions in Pulwama, it's like they're just trying to sweep everything under the rug 
i'm guessing we'll see some major escalation from India-Pakistan soon... my gut tells me it's not going to end well 
What's even more disturbing is that it feels like we're seeing a repeat of these tragic events, with people losing their lives for no reason other than politics. 
...maybe just take a step back, breathe, and think about the bigger picture? how do our actions affect others? that's something to consider, you know? 
and what about the 26 tourists killed last year - wasn't that also attributed to militant activities? how many of these casualties were actually caused by actual terrorists versus accidental blasts or just general unrest? 
. The fact that multiple suspects have been detained and investigations are underway suggests that there may be more to this blast than initially meets the eye 
. While it's essential to exercise caution and consider all possible angles, it's also crucial not to jump to conclusions about Pakistan's involvement without concrete evidence 
. The region's tumultuous past is marked by frequent bombings, militant attacks, and counter-attacks 
. It's essential to address these underlying tensions through diplomatic channels rather than relying on military responses 
. The cycle of violence needs to be broken, and both countries need to work together to create a more stable future for Kashmiris and regional peace 
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