Red Fort metro station to remain closed on Wednesday: DMRC
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New Delhi (PTI): The Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) on Tuesday said that the Lal Quila Metro Station will remain closed on Wednesday as a precautionary measure, a day after a blast occurred near the Red Fort area.
In a post on X, the DMRC said, "Due to security reasons, the Lal Quila Metro Station shall continue to remain closed on November 12. All other stations are functional as normal."
The Red Fort metro station is closed for commuters today, after a blast in the area killed at least nine people, while traffic restrictions have also been imposed in the area, officials said on Tuesday.
A high-intensity explosion ripped through a slow-moving car at a traffic signal near the Red Fort metro station on Monday evening kill 12. Twenty people were also injured in the blast that gutted several vehicles, they added.
Additionally, parts of the Chandni Chowk market near to the Red Fort and other market areas nearby were closed today.
Service Update
— Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (@OfficialDMRC) November 11, 2025
Due to security reasons the Lal Quila Metro Station shall continue to remain closed on 12th of November also.
All other stations are functional as normal.
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Looking forward to my upcoming Israel visit: PM Modi
New Delhi (PTI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday said he was looking forward to his upcoming visit to Israel.
The prime minister said this on X in response to Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's comment that Modi will visit Israel on Wednesday.
"Thank you, my friend, Prime Minister Netanyahu. I fully agree with you on the bond between India and Israel as well as the diverse nature of our bilateral relations. India deeply values the enduring friendship with Israel, built on trust, innovation and a shared commitment to peace and progress.
"Looking forward to our discussions during my upcoming Israel visit," he said.
In a post on X on Sunday morning, Netanyahu spoke about the historic visit of "my dear friend", Prime Minister Modi, to Israel on Wednesday.
He said the bond between Israel and India is a powerful alliance between two global leaders.
"We are partners in innovation, security, and a shared strategic vision. Together, we are building an axis of nations committed to stability and progress," he said.
Netanyahu said that from artificial intelligence to regional cooperation, the partnership between India and Israel continues to reach new heights.
"Looking forward to seeing you in Jerusalem, PM Modi!" he said.
