Intelligence agencies have revealed a broader terror conspiracy connected to the Delhi car explosion, uncovering plans to rig 32 vehicles with explosives for coordinated attacks across multiple cities. The investigation expanded after it was discovered that the accused had already started modifying two vehicles, with the intent of using them in future attacks. Around eight suspects were allegedly preparing to execute coordinated explosions at four locations, with each pair assigned to a specific city. The group had raised approximately Rs 20 lakh to purchase NPK fertilizer to make explosives. Authorities are now focused on identifying the wider network involved, as the group was allegedly preparing to carry out the attacks soon.
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A high-intensity blast occurred in a car near Delhi’s Red Fort, resulting in eight fatalities and approximately 20 injuries. The explosion, involving a Hyundai i20, caused significant damage to nearby vehicles and prompted immediate responses from authorities. The incident occurred amidst a heightened state of alert, with security agencies, including the NIA, deployed and the Indo-Nepal border under increased scrutiny. This event follows the recent recovery of a large quantity of explosives and the arrest of several individuals, including medical professionals, in connection with a suspected terrorist plot involving Jaish-e-Mohammed and al-Qaeda-affiliated groups in Faridabad and Jammu & Kashmir.
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Polish prosecutors are investigating a suspected Russian plot involving the smuggling of explosive-filled food cans into the country. A Ukrainian suspect, allegedly linked to Russia’s GRU, transported the cans from Lithuania and left them near Łódź. The GRU reportedly planned to use the explosives in sabotage operations in Poland, Lithuania, and Germany, potentially attaching them to drones. Investigators have not revealed the motive, but Poland’s support for Ukraine and its large refugee population are potential factors.
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On August 15th, a workshop at the Elastik gunpowder plant in Russia’s Ryazan Oblast was devastated by an explosion, resulting in at least five fatalities and over 100 injuries. The blast triggered a fire that consumed the gunpowder-producing facility. Emergency services were deployed, but the cause remains undetermined, though initial reports suggest potential safety violations. The plant had previously experienced a deadly accident in 2021 involving a private explosives manufacturer, Razryad, which rents space from Elastik.
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In December, India sent $1.4 million worth of the high-explosive HMX to Russia, with the shipments received by Russian defense companies such as Promsintez. These transactions occurred despite US warnings about potential sanctions for engaging with Russia’s military-industrial complex, as India has maintained trade relations with Russia despite Western sanctions. The shipments, which mark the first reported sale of HMX to Russia, were conducted by Ideal Detonators Private Limited, and included consignments to Promsintez and High Technology Initiation Systems. While the US has expressed concern and cautioned allies, it has yet to impose sanctions, due to its strategic partnership with India.
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Authorities are investigating a missing grenade from the scene of a fatal explosion at a Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department training facility that killed three deputies from the arson and explosives unit. The blast occurred while the deputies were handling two “military-style” grenades; one detonated, and the other is unaccounted for. Despite extensive searches of the area, including vehicles and offices, the missing grenade has not been located. Sheriff Robert Luna has initiated an independent review of the unit’s practices and has implemented changes to the handling of explosive devices.
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A 55-year-old man from Inwood, New York, was indicted on Tuesday for allegedly creating and placing at least seven improvised explosive devices (IEDs) throughout New York City. The indictment states Michael Gann ordered precursor chemicals online, formulated the IEDs, and placed them in locations including the Williamsburg Bridge subway tracks and Manhattan apartment rooftops. Gann faces charges of attempted destruction of property by explosives, transportation of explosive materials, and unlawful possession of destructive devices, which could result in a maximum prison sentence of 40 years if convicted. Authorities recovered five IEDs, chemicals, and shotgun shells on rooftops, one IED on the subway tracks, and a seventh IED on Gann’s person at the time of his arrest.
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Blast at Los Angeles sheriff’s facility kills three deputies, and that headline immediately grabs your attention. It’s a stark, simple statement, and it naturally prompts a lot of questions. The core of the story, as it emerges, seems to involve a bomb squad and the movement of explosives within a facility, leading to a tragic outcome. The initial reaction from many online, fueled by the current social and political climate, quickly turned to speculation and accusations. Some immediately pointed fingers, even before any investigation could begin, with some attributing the incident to specific groups or political agendas.
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In early February 2025, eight Russian drone operators suffered eye injuries from exploding FPV goggles. Approximately 80 sets of Skyzone Cobra goggles, delivered as humanitarian aid via various organizations, were found to contain C-4 explosives, detonators, and batteries. These improvised explosive devices, seemingly remotely detonated, caused multiple incidents across several regions of Russia. The first explosion occurred on February 4th in Belgorod, with subsequent incidents reported through February 7th.
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