Showing questions for November 12, 2025
- Total: 34 questions
Question 11 Nov 12, 2025
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What chemical, commonly used as a fertilizer, was suspected to be used in the Red Fort blast on November 11, 2025?
Ammonium NitrateAmmonium Nitrate is a dual-use chemical widely employed in agriculture as a nitrogen-rich fertilizer and in construction for controlled blasting. However, when combined with fuel oil or other compounds like Potassium Chlorate, it becomes a potent explosive known as ANFO. Indian authorities have long been concerned about its misuse by terror groups—evident in attacks like the 2019 Pulwama bombing. After the Red Fort blast, investigators focused on how the terror module acquired such a large quantity, as over 2,900 kg were seized in related raids. The government had already classified formulations with over 45% Ammonium Nitrate as explosive in a 2011 notification.
Question 12 Nov 12, 2025
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What was the announced ex gratia amount by Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta for the families of those killed in the Red Fort blast?
`10 lakhDelhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta announced a compassionate compensation package on November 12, 2025, following the deadly Red Fort blast that claimed 12 lives. Families of the deceased were to receive `10 lakh each, while those permanently disabled would get `5 lakh. Seriously injured victims were to be compensated with `2 lakh, and those with minor injuries received `20,000. The CM emphasized immediate medical support and swift disbursement of aid. This announcement was made both during her hospital visit and in an official post on X (formerly Twitter).
Question 13 Nov 12, 2025
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Which terror groups were reportedly involved in the 'white-collar' terror module linked to the Red Fort blast?
Jaish-e-Mohammed and Ansar Ghazwat-ul-HindAccording to the report, the inter-state terror cell uncovered after the Red Fort blast included operatives from Jaish-e-Mohammed and Ansar Ghazwat-ul-Hind. This 'white-collar' module spanned Jammu & Kashmir, Haryana, and Uttar Pradesh, suggesting a sophisticated network capable of procuring large amounts of restricted explosives like Ammonium Nitrate. The arrest of eight individuals, including three doctors, pointed to the use of professional cover to facilitate terror logistics. The groups have histories of orchestrating high-profile attacks in India, including the 2019 Pulwama attack. The involvement of educated professionals raised fresh concerns about evolving terror recruitment strategies.
Question 14 Nov 12, 2025
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How many kilograms of explosives were seized by authorities during the bust of the terror module connected to the Red Fort blast?
2,900 kgSecurity agencies seized approximately 2,900 kg of explosives—including large quantities of Ammonium Nitrate—during raids that led to the arrest of eight individuals, three of whom were doctors. This haul was part of an inter-state operation targeting a 'white-collar' terror cell allegedly linked to Jaish-e-Mohammed and Ansar Ghazwat-ul-Hind. The discovery raised serious questions about the ease of procurement and transportation of restricted substances despite tightened regulations since 2011 and 2015. The seized materials were suspected to be components for improvised explosive devices (IEDs), similar to those used in past attacks. This massive seizure occurred just hours before the Red Fort car bomb explosion on November 11, 2025.
Question 15 Nov 12, 2025
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What triggered a false alarm in Bhogal, southeast Delhi, on November 11, 2025?
A call reporting RDX in a carOn the morning of November 11, 2025, panic spread in Bhogal after a local resident reported a suspicious car with a Jammu and Kashmir number plate, claiming it might contain RDX. Police swiftly responded and inspected the vehicle, only to find harmless items like carpets and sacks. The vehicle owner was identified and verified, confirming no explosives were present. The incident highlights how heightened public anxiety following the Red Fort blast led to increased vigilance—and occasional false alarms. Authorities quickly reassured residents that the situation was under control and normalcy had returned.