"A car explosion outside the historic Red Fort monument in Delhi has killed at least eight people and started a fire in the surrounding area, according to police. The cause of the explosion, which took place just before 7pm local time (1330 GMT) on Monday night, is being investigated. The registered owner of the car has reportedly been detained for questioning."
"An explosion happened in that vehicle, and due to the explosion, nearby vehicles were also damaged, said the Delhi police commissioner, Satish Golcha. Dozens of fire engines and ambulances rushed to the scene after the blast. Footage on Indian TV news channels showed the chaos of the aftermath, including a car with its doors blasted off, mangled bodies and people screaming in panic."
"One person's body was torn into pieces. I saw a hand on the road, he said. It was a very strong explosion. Golcha confirmed at least eight people had been killed and 20 injured. The situation is being monitored. We are investigating the incident and will update you shortly, he added. India's home affairs minister, Amit Shah, said it was difficult to say what caused the incident until the samples recovered from the blast site are analysed."
A car exploded just before 7pm local time near the Red Fort metro station in Delhi, killing at least eight people and injuring about 20. The blast started a fire that burned more than a dozen cars, rickshaws, and motorcycles and damaged nearby vehicles. Dozens of fire engines and ambulances responded to the scene. Witnesses described doors blown off a car, mangled bodies, and shock waves felt in nearby buildings. The registered owner of the vehicle has been detained for questioning. Authorities said samples from the blast site will be analysed and all investigative angles are being pursued by security officials.
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