Delhi Blast: White Powder Found Scattered Near Site, FIR Reveals Key Details | Top Updates

New Delhi: Investigation in the Delhi blast has picked up pace with the National Investigation Agency (NIA) probing all possible angles. The loud explosion near a CRPF school in the Prashant Vihar area has triggered widespread security concerns. Earlier on Sunday, residents of the Rohini woke up to a loud exlosion with vibrations being felt in homes that were hundreds of metres away.

Soon after the explosion, the fire brigade, police, bomb squad as well as a team of the NIA and NSG rushed to the site to ascertain the cause of the explosion. A forensic team also examined the site and collected samples. The incident also prompted the Home Ministry to seek a report on the blast incident.

Here are the latest update on the probe:

• The CRPF officials from the Institute of IED Management in Pune have conducted a ground assessment while the NSG's Bomb Disposal Squad (BDS) is preparing to submit its final report to the Delhi Police. The CRPF, with its expertise in ground assessment, and the Institute of IED Management's involvement, suggest a focus on understanding the blast's mechanics and origin.
• An FIR has also been registered in the case which revealed key details including a hole in the boundary wall of the school. An offence under sections 326(G) BNS, Section 3, explosive substances act and Section 4, prevention of damage to public property act have been registered. It said that it is evident that it was caused by the blast. Additionally, window panes and signboards of the shops opposite the CRPF school were damaged due to the blast's impact, the FIR stated. 
• During the inspection, a white powder was also found scattered near the blast site. The area was immediately cordoned off, and senior officers were informed about the situation, mentioned the FIR.
• The Delhi Police is expected to submit the initial report to the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA). Additionally, the Forensic Science Laboratory (FSL) is also assisting the probe. 
• Authorities suspect a Khalistani link with the blast, as an online post claimed responsibility for the explosion, which sent shockwaves across the national capital. 
• Delhi Police has officially written to Telegram app authorities, requesting detailed information on the channel 'Justice League India,' which claimed responsibility for the recent blast.
• Police and investigation agencies are also trying to find out whether the bomb had a timer or was being controlled through a remote. 
• The Delhi Police are also scanning the CCTV footages to zero in on suspects. Further, 1-2 suspects have been identified. In the footage, a suspect was seen at the spot wearing a white T-shirt. The activity was seen at the blast spot at night. The activity of these people was seen at the spot a night before the blast. According to Delhi Police sources, the bomb was planted by placing it in a polythene bag and pressing it at the bottom of a pit about half to 1 feet deep. After planting, the pit was covered with garbage.
• However, no injuries were reported in the blast. Some nearby vehicles and properties were damaged.