An intelligence alert has been issued in Delhi after a warning of a possible terror threat near the Red Fort, with reports suggesting terrorists may target a temple in the Chandni Chowk area. The intelligence inputs indicated that key religious places, including those near the Red Fort and parts of Chandini Chowk, are on the target list of Pakistan-based terror outfit Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT).According to an ANI report, citing intelligence sources, the group may be plotting an improvised explosive device (IED) attack on a temple in the Chandni Chowk. The report further added that the outfit is seeking revenge following a blast in an Islamabad mosque on February 6 and may be planning a major attack in India.“Blast alert in front of the Red Fort in Delhi. Terrorists may target a temple in Chandni Chowk. Lashkar-e-Taiba is plotting an IED attack. They are planning a major terrorist attack in India to avenge the February 6th mosque blast in Islamabad, Pakistan. Major temples in the country can be targeted by Lashkar-e-Taiba,” Intelligence sources said, as quoted by ANI. Sources further said that prominent temples in the country can be targeted by Lashkar-e-Taiba, suggesting that places of worship remain on the terror group’s radar.The development comes months after a deadly car explosion near Delhi’s Red Fort on November 10 last year, which killed 12 people. The blast happened near Gate No. 1 of the Red Fort Metro Station around 6:52 pm. The explosion resulted in fire in several other vehicles. The intensity of the blast shattered the window panes of vehicles parked some distance away.On February 13, a Special NIA court at Patiala House Court extended the investigation period, giving 45 more days to conclude the probe into the Delhi blast case. The National Investigation Agency (NIA) sought a 90-day extension to complete the investigation. Meanwhile, the court also extended the judicial custody of the 7 accused till March 13.

Delhi issued a terror alert over a possible LeT IED plot targeting a temple near Red Fort and Chandni Chowk. Security threat comes months after a deadly blast that killed 12.

An intelligence alert has been issued in Delhi after a warning of a possible terror threat near the Red Fort, with reports suggesting terrorists may target a temple in the Chandni Chowk area. The intelligence inputs indicated that key religious places, including those near the Red Fort and parts of Chandini Chowk, are on the target list of Pakistan-based terror outfit Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT). According to an ANI report, citing intelligence sources, the group may be plotting an improvised explosive device (IED) attack on a temple in the Chandni Chowk. The report further added that the outfit is seeking revenge following a blast in an Islamabad mosque on February 6 and may be planning a major attack in India. “Blast alert in front of the Red Fort in Delhi. Terrorists may target a temple in Chandni Chowk. Lashkar-e-Taiba is plotting an IED attack. They are planning a major terrorist attack in India to avenge the February 6th mosque blast in Islamabad, Pakistan. Major temples in the country can be targeted by Lashkar-e-Taiba,” Intelligence sources said, as quoted by ANI. Sources further said that prominent temples in the country can be targeted by Lashkar-e-Taiba, suggesting that places of worship remain on the terror group’s radar. The development comes months after a deadly car explosion near Delhi’s Red Fort on November 10 last year, which killed 12 people. The blast happened near Gate No. 1 of the Red Fort Metro Station around 6:52 pm. The explosion resulted in fire in several other vehicles. The intensity of the blast shattered the window panes of vehicles parked some distance away. On February 13, a Special NIA court at Patiala House Court extended the investigation period, giving 45 more days to conclude the probe into the Delhi blast case. The National Investigation Agency (NIA) sought a 90-day extension to complete the investigation. Meanwhile, the court also extended the judicial custody of the 7 accused till March 13.

Delhi issued a terror alert over a possible LeT IED plot targeting a temple near Red Fort and Chandni Chowk. Security threat comes months after a deadly blast that killed 12.

Lashkar-e-Taiba plotting IED attack in Delhi? Intel warns temples near Red Fort on target

The national capital has been put on high alert by police officials following intelligence inputs about a probable terror attack, a report said on Sunday.

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Intelligence agencies have alerted police on the possibility of four to five people entering Delhi to carry out a terror attack, sources told news agency PTI.&nbsp;

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They further said that all the 15 police districts along with elite units of the Crime Branch and the Special Cell have been put on high alert.&nbsp;

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Special vigil is being kept on Delhi's borders and a close watch is being maintained in market areas and hospitals, the sources added.&nbsp; 
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The national capital has been put on high alert by police officials following intelligence inputs about a probable terror attack, a report said on Sunday. Also read | COVID 19: Delhi records 3,000 new cases, Tamil Nadu cases near 60,000 Intelligence agencies have alerted police on the possibility of four to five people entering Delhi to carry out a terror attack, sources told news agency PTI.

The national capital has been put on high alert by police officials following intelligence inputs about a probable terror attack, a report said on Sunday. Also read | COVID 19: Delhi records 3,000 new cases, Tamil Nadu cases near 60,000 Intelligence agencies have alerted police on the possibility of four to five people entering Delhi to carry out a terror attack, sources told news agency PTI. Also read | COVID-19: Delhi health minister Satyendar Jain's condition deteriorates; put on oxygen support They further said that all the 15 police districts along with elite units of the Crime Branch and the Special Cell have been put on high alert. Also read | Home Ministry fixes rate for COVID-19 treatment at private hospitals in Delhi Special vigil is being kept on Delhi's borders and a close watch is being maintained in market areas and hospitals, the sources added.

Delhi on high alert following intelligence of possible terror attack

The Delhi Police have been put on high alert following intelligence inputs that a group of 20- 21 Laskar-e-Taiba (LeT) terrorists has entered the country to carry out attacks.&nbsp;

The Delhi Police Special Cell has issued an advisory alerting its district, metro police and railway police units, asking them to step up security in market areas, religious places, malls and metro and railway stations.&nbsp;

The advisory has asked various police units to maintain utmost vigil and keep a &quot;sharp eye for suspected persons/ articles and vehicles&quot; and conduct proper frisking and checking of vehicles and persons.&nbsp;

This advisory comes close on the heels of terror attacks in Manchester in the UK and several other places across the world.&nbsp;

Police sources say it is suspected that the group members might be putting up in Delhi, Mumbai, Rajasthan or Punjab.&nbsp;

Officials have also been asked to carry out mock drills to check preparedness of the their staff.&nbsp;

In a recent interview to PTI, Delhi Police commissioner Amulya Patnaik had said that they needed to make extra efforts in maintaining vigil since the national capital was a favourite target of terror outfits.&nbsp;

Ten PCR vans manned by National Security Guard-trained drivers and commandos have been deployed at vulnerable spots.&nbsp;

The Parakram vans will be stationed at Vijay Chowk, Palika Bazar, IP Marg, Select Citywalk Mall in Saket, Vasant Kunj Mall, Pacific Mall in Subhash Nagar, Netaji Subhash Place market and mall complex, Akshardham Temple, Lotus Temple and Jhandewalan.

(PTI)

Indian intelligence has learnt that a group of Laskar-e-Taiba (LeT) terrorists has entered the country to carry out terror strikes

The Delhi Police have been put on high alert following intelligence inputs that a group of 20- 21 Laskar-e-Taiba (LeT) terrorists has entered the country to carry out attacks. The Delhi Police Special Cell has issued an advisory alerting its district, metro police and railway police units, asking them to step up security in market areas, religious places, malls and metro and railway stations. The advisory has asked various police units to maintain utmost vigil and keep a "sharp eye for suspected persons/ articles and vehicles" and conduct proper frisking and checking of vehicles and persons. This advisory comes close on the heels of terror attacks in Manchester in the UK and several other places across the world. Police sources say it is suspected that the group members might be putting up in Delhi, Mumbai, Rajasthan or Punjab. Officials have also been asked to carry out mock drills to check preparedness of the their staff. In a recent interview to PTI, Delhi Police commissioner Amulya Patnaik had said that they needed to make extra efforts in maintaining vigil since the national capital was a favourite target of terror outfits. Ten PCR vans manned by National Security Guard-trained drivers and commandos have been deployed at vulnerable spots. The Parakram vans will be stationed at Vijay Chowk, Palika Bazar, IP Marg, Select Citywalk Mall in Saket, Vasant Kunj Mall, Pacific Mall in Subhash Nagar, Netaji Subhash Place market and mall complex, Akshardham Temple, Lotus Temple and Jhandewalan. (PTI)

Delhi on high alert after possible terror attack report