Blast Probe Widens: 9mm Bullets Found Near Red Fort, Hawala Trail Exposed

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New Delhi: The investigation into the Red Fort blast has taken a new turn with the discovery of three 9mm bullet cartridges, including two live rounds, near the blast site. The bullets are not typically issued to civilians, fuelling speculation about their origin and possible involvement in the terror attack. Security agencies are working to recreate the route of the main accused, Umar Nabi, in the hours leading up to the blast. They hope to identify any potential accomplices or those who may have aided him in the preparation and execution of the attack. A hawala trail has emerged, suggesting that the arrested doctors, Muzammil and Shaheen, may have received funds through illicit channels. Initial investigations indicate transactions of nearly ₹20 lakh, which may have been used to procure chemicals and logistics for the blast. Experts believe that the bomb may have used Triacetone Triperoxide (TATP), a highly unstable and sensitive explosive. The use of ammonium nitrate and other components has raised concerns about the potential scale and sophistication of the attack. As the probe expands, security agencies are examining the involvement of people linked to Al-Falah University in Haryana's Faridabad. A female doctor associated with the institution has been detained for questioning, and several individuals known to be in contact with the accused have gone missing. The investigation is also focusing on tracing dozens of vehicles parked near Umar's car in the hours leading up to the explosion. A detailed log of each vehicle has been prepared, and drivers and owners are being questioned to determine whether anyone noticed Umar stepping out of the car or meeting someone. The Delhi Police have registered two separate FIRs against Al-Falah University, following concerns raised by the University Grants Commission and the National Assessment and Accreditation Council. Raids are being conducted in Delhi, Haryana, and Uttar Pradesh to gather more information about the chemical procurement, financial transactions, hideouts, and movement of suspects.