Loud Noise Near Radisson Hotel Sparks Panic; Delhi Police Shares Update

Delhi Blast:  A call reporting a blast near the Radisson Hotel in Delhi’s Mahipalpur was received on Thursday morning, prompting an immediate response from police and fire brigade teams. The caller informed authorities that the loud noise was heard while they were traveling to Gurugram.

Upon reaching the location, officials found no evidence of any explosion. During local inquiries, a guard confirmed that the sound had actually come from the rear tyre of a DTC bus traveling towards Dhaula Kuan, which had burst.

Authorities reassured the public that the situation is normal and there is nothing to worry about, advising residents to remain calm and report any suspicious activity.

The Delhi Fire Department stated that three fire engines were promptly dispatched to the scene after the call at 9:18 AM, and police inspection confirmed that no suspicious objects were found.

Heightened Alert After Red Fort Blast

The Mahipalpur false alarm comes just three days after a deadly explosion outside Delhi’s Red Fort, which killed at least 12 people and injured dozens. The blast, which occurred in one of the busiest areas of Old Delhi, shattered shopfronts and sent shockwaves across the city.

Authorities have described the Red Fort attack as a high-intensity terror act, likely part of a well-planned operation targeting public spaces.

Timeline of the Bomber’s Movement on November 10

Authorities tracking the Red Fort case have reconstructed the suspect’s movements leading up to the blast:

8:04 AM: Car entered Delhi via Badarpur toll booth.

8:20 AM: Spotted at a petrol pump near Okhla Industrial Area.

3:19 PM: Entered Red Fort parking area, remained there for around three hours.

6:22 PM: Car exited the parking area.

6:52 PM: Explosion occurred near Red Fort while the car was still moving.

Investigators Probe Larger Terror Conspiracy

According to intelligence sources, the ongoing investigation into the Red Fort blast has revealed a broader terror network planning serial attacks in four Indian cities. Around eight suspects were allegedly part of the conspiracy, communicating through encrypted apps and using code words like “shipments” and “packages” to refer to explosive materials.

Officials said the operatives were divided into four teams, each tasked with planting multiple IEDs across different cities between November 8 and 12.