An automobile explosion occurred near the Red Fort metro station in India's capital, New Delhi, on the evening of the 10th, resulting in at least 8 deaths and 19 injuries.
After the explosion, New Delhi, Mumbai, and other cities announced a state of high alert, with local police strengthening security forces in key areas.
Indian Prime Minister Modi expressed condolences to the families of the victims, and revealed that he had "reviewed the situation" with Home Minister Amit Shah and other officials.
New Delhi Police Commissioner Goelcha stated that the explosion occurred shortly before 7 p.m. local time.
He said: "A slow-moving vehicle stopped at a red light. An explosion occurred inside the car, causing damage to nearby vehicles as well."
The New Delhi police said the cause of the explosion is still under investigation, and the nature of the blast remains unclear.
According to India's New Delhi Television (NDTV), after the explosion, a car owner named Salman was arrested.
The Red Fort is a famous tourist attraction in India and the area is often crowded. Footage from the scene shows multiple vehicles on fire after the explosion, with windows of nearby buildings and vehicles shattered.
New Delhi police subsequently sealed off the area, and forensic and anti-terrorism agencies arrived at the scene. The injured were taken to nearby hospitals, with at least seven fire engines dispatched to participate in the rescue.