India's Kashmir region plunged into chaos after a series of violent incidents sparked by a deadly car blast in Delhi that left 13 people dead. The Indian government has linked the explosion to an alleged "terror module" with ties to Pakistan-backed militant groups, sparking widespread arrests and curfews.
The explosion on Monday evening outside a major monument during rush hour was initially reported to have killed eight people, but the death toll rose to 13 as victims succumbed to their injuries. Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi described the incident as a "conspiracy," while Home Minister Amit Shah vowed to "hunt down each and every culprit behind this incident."
The violence escalated on Friday with another explosion at a police station in Srinagar, killing seven people and injuring 27. Investigators have allegedly linked the Delhi blast to an interstate and transnational terror module targeting India and other countries.
Seven people were arrested, including two Kashmiri doctors working in Indian states, who police claim had uncovered explosive materials, chemicals, and assault rifles at their homes. The network is believed to be a "white-collar ecosystem" of radicalized professionals and students connected with foreign handlers operating from Pakistan and other countries.
The authorities have yet to formally announce the masterminds behind the Delhi attack, but investigations continue into the alleged terror plot. The Indian government's response has been restrained compared to previous attacks, leaving many wondering if there is uncertainty over who was behind the latest incident and a wider plot.
In Kashmir, police remain on high alert, conducting raids to disrupt terrorist activities. "Multiple agencies have conducted raids to disrupt terrorist activities. Investigation is ongoing, and we are monitoring all suspicious activity closely," said a senior officer.
The explosion on Monday evening outside a major monument during rush hour was initially reported to have killed eight people, but the death toll rose to 13 as victims succumbed to their injuries. Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi described the incident as a "conspiracy," while Home Minister Amit Shah vowed to "hunt down each and every culprit behind this incident."
The violence escalated on Friday with another explosion at a police station in Srinagar, killing seven people and injuring 27. Investigators have allegedly linked the Delhi blast to an interstate and transnational terror module targeting India and other countries.
Seven people were arrested, including two Kashmiri doctors working in Indian states, who police claim had uncovered explosive materials, chemicals, and assault rifles at their homes. The network is believed to be a "white-collar ecosystem" of radicalized professionals and students connected with foreign handlers operating from Pakistan and other countries.
The authorities have yet to formally announce the masterminds behind the Delhi attack, but investigations continue into the alleged terror plot. The Indian government's response has been restrained compared to previous attacks, leaving many wondering if there is uncertainty over who was behind the latest incident and a wider plot.
In Kashmir, police remain on high alert, conducting raids to disrupt terrorist activities. "Multiple agencies have conducted raids to disrupt terrorist activities. Investigation is ongoing, and we are monitoring all suspicious activity closely," said a senior officer.