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A mysterious blast occurred on Monday (June 16) during the construction of a Masjid Sharif in Handwara, leaving three injured. The injured persons were immediately shifted to GMC Handwara for further medical treatment.&nbsp;The cause of the explosion remains unclear, and authorities are investigating the incident. As per local sources, construction work was underway when the blast took place, causing panic in the area.&nbsp;Further details are awaited as officials continue to assess the situation.&nbsp;This is a developing story. More updates will follow.

Mysterious blast during mosque construction injures three in J&Ks Handwara

A mysterious blast occurred on Monday (June 16) during the construction of a Masjid Sharif in Handwara, leaving three injured. The injured persons were immediately shifted to GMC Handwara for further medical treatment. The cause of the explosion remains unclear, and authorities are investigating the incident. As per local sources, construction work was underway when the blast took place, causing panic in the area. Further details are awaited as officials continue to assess the situation. This is a developing story. More updates will follow.

The cause of the explosion remains unclear, and authorities are investigating the incident.

'Mysterious' blast during mosque construction injures three in J&K's Handwara

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Amid tensions between <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/india-and-pakistan">India and Pakistan</a>, intermittent sirens were heard across Jammu on Friday (May 9). Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah posted that intermittent sounds of blasts, probably heavy artillery are being heard.
Pakistani drones being targeted at Srinagar, Budgam, Awantipora, Sapore, Baramulla, Pulwama and Anantnag in Kashmir Valley.&nbsp;&nbsp; Moreover, there is blackout in <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/pakistan-fired-300-400-drones-last-night-to-target-indias-military-installation-govt-9052477">Jammu</a>&nbsp;now.&nbsp;
Moreover, 6 to 8 drones were destroyed by Indian air defence over Awantipur, Srinagar and Baramullah.
"Intermittent sounds of blasts, probably heavy artillery, can now be heard from where I am," J&amp;K CM Omar Abdullah said in a post on X.&nbsp;
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Blackout in Jammu now. Sirens can be heard across the city. <a href="https://t.co/TE0X2LYzQ8">pic.twitter.com/TE0X2LYzQ8</a>
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"Blackout in Jammu now. Sirens can be heard across the city," he added.
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Blackout in Jammu and Kashmir&rsquo;s Srinagar, sirens sound across the city amidst Pakistan's drone attack in Jammu Track LIVE updates here: <a href="https://t.co/6Wd8vA7btp">https://t.co/6Wd8vA7btp</a> <a href="https://t.co/qm5gYhmmrB">pic.twitter.com/qm5gYhmmrB</a>
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CM Abdullah urged people to stay off streets and stay at home, assuring that "we will get through this together."
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Red streaks light up the night sky over Jammu and Kashmir's Samba as India&rsquo;s air defence intercepts Pakistani drones amid blackout . . . . Video: news agency ANI <a href="https://t.co/JDixB0c9oj">pic.twitter.com/JDixB0c9oj</a>
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He also asked people to ignore rumours and not share unsubstantiated or unverified stories.&nbsp;
Moreover, red streaks and explosions light up Rajouri&rsquo;s night sky as India&rsquo;s air defence intercepts Pakistani drones amid blackout.&nbsp;
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"It&rsquo;s my earnest appeal to everyone in &amp; around Jammu please stay off the streets, stay at home or at the nearest place you can comfortably stay at for the next few hours. Ignore rumours, don&rsquo;t spread unsubstantiated or unverified stories &amp; we will get through this together," he said.&nbsp;
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It&rsquo;s my earnest appeal to everyone in &amp; around Jammu please stay off the streets, stay at home or at the nearest place you can comfortably stay at for the next few hours. Ignore rumours, don&rsquo;t spread unsubstantiated or unverified stories &amp; we will get through this together.
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This is the second day, India foiled Pakistan drone attacks in Jammu and Kashmir. &nbsp;Explosions and fire like sounds were heard in Channi area of Jammu. Following which, blackout was seen in the city.
Pakistan launched eight missiles at Satwari, Samba, RS Pura and Arnia sector on Thursday, while, all were intercepted by the Indian Air Defence units, ANI reported citing defence sources.&nbsp;
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"Intermittent sounds of blasts, probably heavy artillery, can now be heard from where I am," J&K CM said in a post on X. India news pakistan

Amid tensions between India and Pakistan, intermittent sirens were heard across Jammu on Friday (May 9). Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah posted that intermittent sounds of blasts, probably heavy artillery are being heard. Pakistani drones being targeted at Srinagar, Budgam, Awantipora, Sapore, Baramulla, Pulwama and Anantnag in Kashmir Valley. Moreover, there is blackout in Jammu now. Moreover, 6 to 8 drones were destroyed by Indian air defence over Awantipur, Srinagar and Baramullah. "Intermittent sounds of blasts, probably heavy artillery, can now be heard from where I am," J&K CM Omar Abdullah said in a post on X. Blackout in Jammu now. Sirens can be heard across the city. pic.twitter.com/TE0X2LYzQ8 — Omar Abdullah (@OmarAbdullah) May 9, 2025 "Blackout in Jammu now. Sirens can be heard across the city," he added. Blackout in Jammu and Kashmir’s Srinagar, sirens sound across the city amidst Pakistan's drone attack in Jammu Track LIVE updates here: https://t.co/6Wd8vA7btp pic.twitter.com/qm5gYhmmrB — WION (@WIONews) May 9, 2025 CM Abdullah urged people to stay off streets and stay at home, assuring that "we will get through this together." Red streaks light up the night sky over Jammu and Kashmir's Samba as India’s air defence intercepts Pakistani drones amid blackout . . . . Video: news agency ANI pic.twitter.com/JDixB0c9oj — WION (@WIONews) May 9, 2025 He also asked people to ignore rumours and not share unsubstantiated or unverified stories. Moreover, red streaks and explosions light up Rajouri’s night sky as India’s air defence intercepts Pakistani drones amid blackout. Jammu and Kashmir: Red streaks and explosions light up Rajouri’s night sky as India’s air defence intercepts Pakistani drones amid blackout . . . . (Video: news agency ANI) pic.twitter.com/KpTTQFjadp — WION (@WIONews) May 9, 2025 Also read: Indo-Pak war: Indian envoy to US schools CNN anchor over remarks on Jammu and Kashmir "It’s my earnest appeal to everyone in & around Jammu please stay off the streets, stay at home or at the nearest place you can comfortably stay at for the next few hours. Ignore rumours, don’t spread unsubstantiated or unverified stories & we will get through this together," he said. It’s my earnest appeal to everyone in & around Jammu please stay off the streets, stay at home or at the nearest place you can comfortably stay at for the next few hours. Ignore rumours, don’t spread unsubstantiated or unverified stories & we will get through this together. — Omar Abdullah (@OmarAbdullah) May 9, 2025 This is the second day, India foiled Pakistan drone attacks in Jammu and Kashmir. Explosions and fire like sounds were heard in Channi area of Jammu. Following which, blackout was seen in the city. Pakistan launched eight missiles at Satwari, Samba, RS Pura and Arnia sector on Thursday, while, all were intercepted by the Indian Air Defence units, ANI reported citing defence sources. Also read: India objects to IMF’s bailout package for Pak, citing its ‘poor track record’; abstains from voting

Indo-Pak war: Intermittent explosions heard in Jammu, India foils drone attack amid blackout; J&K CM urges people to stay at home

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The death toll due to the blast at Iran's Shahed Rajaei port on Saturday has risen to 65, while over 1,200 suffered injuries two days after the explosion at Iran's strategically most important port. The fire has not yet been fully extinguished, this despite a rescue team from Moscow aiding in the firefighting operations. Watch in for more details!

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Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian on Sunday (Apr 27) visited those injured in a massive port blast as the fire still blazes after more than 24 hours of the incident. At least 40 people were killed in the incident, while more than 1,000 were wounded, according to state TV.
The blast occurred on Saturday (Apr 26) at southern <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/iran">Iran</a>&rsquo;s Shahid Rajaee Port near the Strait of Hormuz. It is Iran&rsquo;s most advanced container terminal and a key gateway for goods into the country.
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All schools and offices in Bandar Abbas, the nearby capital of Hormozgan province, were ordered to be closed on Sunday as thick smoke from the fire resulted in air pollution throughout the area.
The health ministry has urged residents to avoid going outside &ldquo;until further notice&rdquo; and use protective masks.&nbsp;
Pezeshkian expressed his appreciation to first responders in Bandar Abbas, adding that &ldquo;we have come to see first-hand if there is anything or any issue that the government can follow up on.&rdquo;
Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/massive-explosion-at-irans-largest-port-kills-14-injures-750-shahid-rajaee-port-explosion-9006206">Iran port explosion: Death toll rises to 25, at least 800 injured; fire yet to be extinguished</a>
&ldquo;We will try to take care of the families who lost their loved ones, and we will definitely take care of the dear people who got injured,&rdquo; he said.
The Iranian president had earlier ordered an investigation into the cause of the blast.
<h2>Russia sends assistance</h2>
The Russian embassy said that Moscow was sending multiple &ldquo;aircraft carrying specialists&rdquo; to assist in fighting the blaze. One of the aircraft is a specialised firefighting plane, said Russia's Ministry of Emergency Situations.
Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/massive-explosion-at-port-city-of-bandar-abbas-in-iran-over-400-injured-9004716">Massive explosion at port city of Bandar Abbas in Iran, four killed, over 500 injured - Video</a>
<h2>What led to explosion?</h2>
According to a New York Times report citing a source linked to Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps, perchlorate &ndash; a chemical used in missile solid fuel &ndash; exploded.
However, Defence Ministry spokesman Reza Talaei-Nik later told state TV that &ldquo;there has been no imported or exported cargo for military fuel or military use in the area.&rdquo;
Meanwhile, the port&rsquo;s customs office said that the explosion was probably caused due to a fire that broke out at the hazardous and chemical materials storage depot.&nbsp;
Watch | Iran port blast: 25 dead, 1000 injured in high-intensity explosion 
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According to Fars news agency, the explosion was felt and heard about 50 kilometres away. The authorities have closed off the roads leading to the site of the incident.
Interior Minister Eskandar Momeni on Sunday said &ldquo;the situation has stabilised in the main areas&rdquo; of the port, and loading containers and customs clearance have been resumed by workers.

The blast occurred on Saturday (Apr 26) at southern Iran’s Shahid Rajaee Port near the Strait of Hormuz. It is Iran’s most advanced container terminal and a key gateway for goods into the country. World

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian on Sunday (Apr 27) visited those injured in a massive port blast as the fire still blazes after more than 24 hours of the incident. At least 40 people were killed in the incident, while more than 1,000 were wounded, according to state TV. The blast occurred on Saturday (Apr 26) at southern Iran’s Shahid Rajaee Port near the Strait of Hormuz. It is Iran’s most advanced container terminal and a key gateway for goods into the country. Also read | In Pics: Harrowing scenes from Iran's Shahid Rajaee Port explosion All schools and offices in Bandar Abbas, the nearby capital of Hormozgan province, were ordered to be closed on Sunday as thick smoke from the fire resulted in air pollution throughout the area. The health ministry has urged residents to avoid going outside “until further notice” and use protective masks. Pezeshkian expressed his appreciation to first responders in Bandar Abbas, adding that “we have come to see first-hand if there is anything or any issue that the government can follow up on.” Also read | Iran port explosion: Death toll rises to 25, at least 800 injured; fire yet to be extinguished “We will try to take care of the families who lost their loved ones, and we will definitely take care of the dear people who got injured,” he said. The Iranian president had earlier ordered an investigation into the cause of the blast. Russia sends assistance The Russian embassy said that Moscow was sending multiple “aircraft carrying specialists” to assist in fighting the blaze. One of the aircraft is a specialised firefighting plane, said Russia's Ministry of Emergency Situations. Also read | Massive explosion at port city of Bandar Abbas in Iran, four killed, over 500 injured - Video What led to explosion? According to a New York Times report citing a source linked to Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps, perchlorate – a chemical used in missile solid fuel – exploded. However, Defence Ministry spokesman Reza Talaei-Nik later told state TV that “there has been no imported or exported cargo for military fuel or military use in the area.” Meanwhile, the port’s customs office said that the explosion was probably caused due to a fire that broke out at the hazardous and chemical materials storage depot. Watch | Iran port blast: 25 dead, 1000 injured in high-intensity explosion According to Fars news agency, the explosion was felt and heard about 50 kilometres away. The authorities have closed off the roads leading to the site of the incident. Interior Minister Eskandar Momeni on Sunday said “the situation has stabilised in the main areas” of the port, and loading containers and customs clearance have been resumed by workers.

Iran port explosion: At least 40 dead, over 1,000 injured; Iran’s president visits blast site

At least 28 people have been killed and 1,000 were injured after a powerful explosion rocked the port at Iran's Bandar Abbas city. The port authorities said in a statement that the blast resulted from a fire in a chemical materials depot. Watch this for more details!

Iran port blast: 25 dead, 1000 injured in high-intensity explosion

At least 25 people have been killed and 800 were injured after a powerful explosion rocked the port at Iran's Bandar Abbas city. The port authorities said in a statement that the blast resulted from a fire in a chemical materials depot. Watch in for more details!

Iran port blast: 25 dead, 800 injured in high-intensity blast

At least 14 people have been killed and 750 were injured after a powerful explosion rocked Rajaei port at Iran's  Iran's Ponder Abas city.

Iran blast: 14 dead, 750 injured in high-intensity blast

Iran's President orders investigation into massive gas tank explosion at Shahid Rajaee Port, leaving a trail of destruction. Details on the blast's cause and impact are emerging. Hundreds of people have been injured following a massive explosion and fire at the Iranian port.

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According to reports, three people have been killed in an improvised explosive device attack that has left at least 21 others critically injured in Quetta, the provincial capital of Balochistan. Watch in for more details!

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A powerful explosion took place on Friday night at a temple in India's Amritsar City in the state of Punjab, shattering the window panes and also damaging its walls. CCTV images of the moment of the attack that have gone viral on social media showed two bike-borne masked men stopping briefly and then lobbing an object towards the temple before fleeing from the spot.

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The death toll in the blast that took place at the ordnance factory in the Jawahar Nagar area of Bhandara district in the western state of India's Maharashtra on Friday (Jan 24) has risen to eight, confirmed Union Minister Nitin Gadkari.
"A big blast has occurred in the Ordnance Factory in Bhandara. In the incident, eight people have died and seven are injured, as per preliminary information," Gadkari said, as reported by news agency ANI.
Rescue teams including firefighters and ambulances have been deployed to the site. The explosion caused the roof of the factory to collapse, and earthmovers are currently working to remove the debris.
According to Collector Bhandara Sanjay Kolte, a total of fourteen people have been rescued so far.
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<h2 dir="ltr">CM Devendra Fadnavis reacts</h2>
Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis paid his heartfelt tributes to the person who lost his life in the incident.
Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/incident-occurred-due-to-rumour-of-fire-says-maharashtra-deputy-cm-ajit-pawar-on-jalgaon-train-accident-8649410">&lsquo;Incident occurred due to rumour of fire,&rsquo; says Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar on Jalgaon train accident</a>
&ldquo;There are reports that 13 to 14 workers were trapped after the roof collapsed in the explosion in Ordanace factory in Bhandara district. According to the preliminary information received so far, unfortunately, one worker has died. 5 workers have been safely evacuated,&rdquo; Fadnavis posted on X.
The state CM said that the district administration is involved in rescue operations in coordination with the defence forces.
&ldquo;The District Collector and the Superintendent of Police are at the spot and all kinds of help are being provided. SDRF and Nagpur Municipal Corporation teams have also been called for rescue operations and they will arrive soon. The district administration is involved in rescue operations in coordination with the defence forces. Teams have also been kept ready for medical assistance. I pay my heartfelt tributes to the one person who has lost his life in the incident,&rdquo; he wrote on X.
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<h2 dir="ltr">Defence Minister Rajnath Singh says rescue efforts are underway&nbsp;</h2>
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh also expressed his anguish over the incident saying that efforts are underway to assist those who are affected.
"Deeply saddened to know about the blast at Ordnance Factory at Bhandara, Maharashtra...The rescue teams are deployed at the site. All efforts are being made to assist those who are affected,&rdquo; Singh wrote on X.
(With inputs from agencies)

India: A tragic blast at Maharashtra's Bhandara ordnance factory claims eight life and leaves several trapped, highlighting urgent safety concerns in industrial areas.

The death toll in the blast that took place at the ordnance factory in the Jawahar Nagar area of Bhandara district in the western state of India's Maharashtra on Friday (Jan 24) has risen to eight, confirmed Union Minister Nitin Gadkari. "A big blast has occurred in the Ordnance Factory in Bhandara. In the incident, eight people have died and seven are injured, as per preliminary information," Gadkari said, as reported by news agency ANI. Rescue teams including firefighters and ambulances have been deployed to the site. The explosion caused the roof of the factory to collapse, and earthmovers are currently working to remove the debris. According to Collector Bhandara Sanjay Kolte, a total of fourteen people have been rescued so far. VIDEO | Maharashtra: One person was killed in a blast at the ordnance factory in #Bhandara district. Search and rescue efforts are underway for 10 employees, police said. (Source: Third Party) (Full video available on PTI Videos - https://t.co/n147TvrpG7) pic.twitter.com/lvqyayeWDp — Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) January 24, 2025 CM Devendra Fadnavis reacts Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis paid his heartfelt tributes to the person who lost his life in the incident. Also read | ‘Incident occurred due to rumour of fire,’ says Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar on Jalgaon train accident “There are reports that 13 to 14 workers were trapped after the roof collapsed in the explosion in Ordanace factory in Bhandara district. According to the preliminary information received so far, unfortunately, one worker has died. 5 workers have been safely evacuated,” Fadnavis posted on X. The state CM said that the district administration is involved in rescue operations in coordination with the defence forces. “The District Collector and the Superintendent of Police are at the spot and all kinds of help are being provided. SDRF and Nagpur Municipal Corporation teams have also been called for rescue operations and they will arrive soon. The district administration is involved in rescue operations in coordination with the defence forces. Teams have also been kept ready for medical assistance. I pay my heartfelt tributes to the one person who has lost his life in the incident,” he wrote on X. Also read | Hyderabad murder mystery: No body part recovered despite ex-Armyman confessing to killing wife Defence Minister Rajnath Singh says rescue efforts are underway Defence Minister Rajnath Singh also expressed his anguish over the incident saying that efforts are underway to assist those who are affected. "Deeply saddened to know about the blast at Ordnance Factory at Bhandara, Maharashtra...The rescue teams are deployed at the site. All efforts are being made to assist those who are affected,” Singh wrote on X. (With inputs from agencies)

India | Eight killed, several injured in explosion at ordnance factory in Bhandara district of Maharashtra

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A blast ripped through an explosives factory in northwest Turkey on Tuesday, killing 12 people and injuring four, Interior Minister Ali Yerlikaya said, adding that an investigation had been launched.
CNN Turk broadcast photographs showing a fireball and smoke rising from the factory building at the time of the blast, while the subsequent video showed the mangled metal framework of the building destroyed in the blast.
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The explosion occurred at a factory in the village of Kavakli in Balikesir province and CNN Turk cited the local governor as saying there was no suspicion of sabotage.
Many fire crews were sent to deal with the blaze, and health and security units were dispatched to the area while an investigation was launched, the government's communications directorate said.
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The explosion occurred at a factory in the village of Kavakli in Balikesir province, and CNN Turk cited the local governor as saying there was no suspicion of sabotage.



Turkey A blast ripped through an explosives factory in northwest Turkey on Tuesday, killing 12 people and injuring four, Interior Minister Ali Yerlikaya said, adding that an investigation had been launched. CNN Turk broadcast photographs showing a fireball and smoke rising from the factory building at the time of the blast, while the subsequent video showed the mangled metal framework of the building destroyed in the blast. Also read: Video: Ambulance helicopter slams into hospital in Turkey, killing all 4 onboard The explosion occurred at a factory in the village of Kavakli in Balikesir province and CNN Turk cited the local governor as saying there was no suspicion of sabotage. Many fire crews were sent to deal with the blaze, and health and security units were dispatched to the area while an investigation was launched, the government's communications directorate said. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

Turkey factory explosion: 12 killed, four injured in blast at explosives unit

A blast ripped through an explosives factory in northwest Turkey on Tuesday, killing 12 people and injuring four, Interior Minister Ali Yerlikaya said, adding that an investigation had been launched.

CNN Turk broadcast photographs showing a fireball and smoke rising from the factory building at the time of the blast, while the subsequent video showed the mangled metal framework of the building destroyed in the blast.

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The explosion occurred at a factory in the village of Kavakli in Balikesir province and CNN Turk cited the local governor as saying there was no suspicion of sabotage.

Many fire crews were sent to deal with the blaze, and health and security units were dispatched to the area while an investigation was launched, the government's communications directorate said.

Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION&nbsp;audience.

A blast ripped through an explosives factory in northwest Turkey on Tuesday, killing 12 people and injuring four, Interior Minister Ali Yerlikaya said, adding that an investigation had been launched.

A blast ripped through an explosives factory in northwest Turkey on Tuesday, killing 12 people and injuring four, Interior Minister Ali Yerlikaya said, adding that an investigation had been launched. CNN Turk broadcast photographs showing a fireball and smoke rising from the factory building at the time of the blast, while the subsequent video showed the mangled metal framework of the building destroyed in the blast. Also read: Video: Ambulance helicopter slams into hospital in Turkey, killing all 4 onboard The explosion occurred at a factory in the village of Kavakli in Balikesir province and CNN Turk cited the local governor as saying there was no suspicion of sabotage. Many fire crews were sent to deal with the blaze, and health and security units were dispatched to the area while an investigation was launched, the government's communications directorate said. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

An explosion was heard in Delhi's Prashant Vihar near the PVR multiplex on Thursday (Nov 28).&nbsp;

Police said the blast occurred around 11:48 am and a white powdery substance was found at the site, according to India Today.

The explosion occurred near the boundary of a park adjacent to a sweet shop named Bansi Wala.&nbsp;

Police and fire fighting vehicles immediately reached the spot after the explosion was reported.&nbsp;

The cause of the blast is under investigation, police said.&nbsp;

Verification is also underway regarding the call reporting the explosion.&nbsp;

One person sustained minor injuries in the blast and an investigation is underway to find the cause of the explosion.

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Speaking to ANI, Delhi Police Public Relations Officer (PRO) and Additional Commissioner of Police, Sanjay Kumar Tyagi said that as of now there is no suspect.

"One person sustained minor injuries. Police teams and other specialised staff - special cell, forensics and other units are at the spot. The cause of the explosion is being ascertained... As of now, there is no suspect...The person with minor injuries was discharged after treatment," he said.

The National Security Guards (NSG) has set up a counter of Bomb Disposal Unit on the spot.

According to the sources, Delhi Police has seized more than 10 DVRs near the spot and is scanning the CCTV of the nearby area.

The sources also mentioned that the suspect used a garbage area to place explosives. The police have not found any kind of particles yet, though white powder residue was there near the spot.

"Chemical quantity which was used this time was less compared to last month's incident," they said.

Notably, this comes a month after a blast was reported in Prashant Vihar outside a CRPF school.

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Police sources revealed that the explosive device was wrapped in a polythene bag and buried in a half to one-foot-deep pit, which was then covered with garbage. While there were no reported injuries, nearby vehicles and properties were damaged due to the blast.

Following a preliminary investigation, Delhi Police filed a First Information Report (FIR) under Section 4 of the Prevention of Damage to Public Property Act, Section 3 of the Indian Explosives Act, and other relevant sections to continue the probe.&nbsp;

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An explosion was heard in Delhi's Prashant Vihar near the PVR multiplex on Thursday (Nov 28). Police said the blast occurred around 11:48 am and a white powdery substance was found at the site, according to India Today.

An explosion was heard in Delhi's Prashant Vihar near the PVR multiplex on Thursday (Nov 28). Police said the blast occurred around 11:48 am and a white powdery substance was found at the site, according to India Today. The explosion occurred near the boundary of a park adjacent to a sweet shop named Bansi Wala. Police and fire fighting vehicles immediately reached the spot after the explosion was reported. The cause of the blast is under investigation, police said. Verification is also underway regarding the call reporting the explosion. One person sustained minor injuries in the blast and an investigation is underway to find the cause of the explosion. Also read | ED team gets attacked, officer suffers injury amid raid in cyber fraud case in Delhi Speaking to ANI, Delhi Police Public Relations Officer (PRO) and Additional Commissioner of Police, Sanjay Kumar Tyagi said that as of now there is no suspect. "One person sustained minor injuries. Police teams and other specialised staff - special cell, forensics and other units are at the spot. The cause of the explosion is being ascertained... As of now, there is no suspect...The person with minor injuries was discharged after treatment," he said. The National Security Guards (NSG) has set up a counter of Bomb Disposal Unit on the spot. According to the sources, Delhi Police has seized more than 10 DVRs near the spot and is scanning the CCTV of the nearby area. The sources also mentioned that the suspect used a garbage area to place explosives. The police have not found any kind of particles yet, though white powder residue was there near the spot. "Chemical quantity which was used this time was less compared to last month's incident," they said. Notably, this comes a month after a blast was reported in Prashant Vihar outside a CRPF school. Also read | TRIGGER WARNING: Jharkhand shocker | Live-in partner rapes and kills woman, chops her body into 40 pieces Police sources revealed that the explosive device was wrapped in a polythene bag and buried in a half to one-foot-deep pit, which was then covered with garbage. While there were no reported injuries, nearby vehicles and properties were damaged due to the blast. Following a preliminary investigation, Delhi Police filed a First Information Report (FIR) under Section 4 of the Prevention of Damage to Public Property Act, Section 3 of the Indian Explosives Act, and other relevant sections to continue the probe. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

One person injured in explosion near Delhi's Prashant Vihar, investigation underway

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