At least 13 people have been killed and more than 20 wounded when a car exploded in New Delhi , India’s capital.

Security forces have been placed on high alert across major states and cities as authorities have launched an investigation into the cause of the blast on Monday night.

What happened in New Delhi?

At 6:52pm (13:52 GMT), a powerful, high-intensity blast tore through a crowded neighbourhood during the evening rush hour.

According to Delhi Police, the explosion originated in a moving Hyundai i20 car.

“A slow-moving vehicle stopped at a red light. An explosion happened in that vehicle, and due to the explosion, nearby vehicles were also damaged,” Delhi Police Commissioner Satish Golcha told reporters.

Images from the scene show shattered windows, mangled vehicles, and fire a

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