Red Fort Car Blast Probe Flags JeM Funding Trail and Confirms Driver by DNA

Overview

• The November 10 explosion near the Red Fort metro station killed 13 people and injured more than 20, and the Union Cabinet has designated it a terrorist incident.
• Sources say Jaish‑e‑Mohammed raised donations via Pakistani digital payment apps, including Sadapay, to support a fidayeen squad, and agencies are tracking the transfers.
• DNA profiling at AIIMS matched remains from the driver’s seat to Dr Umar Un Nabi, establishing him as the driver at the time of detonation.
• Forensic tests found an ammonium‑nitrate residue and a second, more potent compound, with no typical detonator or wiring debris, indicating a highly engineered device.
• Digital forensics traced the Hyundai i20 entering Delhi through the Badarpur toll and linked encrypted communications to the module, with investigators also probing ties to Faridabad seizures of about 2,900 kg of explosive materials.