2 min readSrinagarMar 23, 2026 09:23 PM ISTNIA teams raided the residence of a businessman in connection with the Delhi Red Fort blast case in the Guloora area, in Handwara on Monday. (Source: ANI Video Grab)The National Investigation Agency (NIA) on Monday conducted searches at nine locations in Jammu and Kashmir as part of its continuing investigation into the blast near the Red Fort in Delhi last year.The raids were conducted in the Srinagar, Baramulla, Jammu, Kulgam, Ganderbal and Handwara districts. “Several digital devices were seized during the searches, and the same have been sent for forensic analysis,” the NIA said in a statement.So far, 11 accused have been arrested for their alleged roles in the blast that shook the national capital on November 10, 2025, killing at least 13 people and injuring several others.The prime accused, Umer Un Nabi, was killed in the explosion. “The NIA found during investigation that Umer had masterminded the blast conspiracy in coordination with arrested co-accused and others,” the agency said.A cleric from Shopian, Mufti Irfan Wagay; Dr Muzammil Ganai, an assistant professor at Al Falah University; Adeel Ahmed Rather, another doctor; and Dr Shaheen Ansari, who was also working at Al Falah University are among the key accused in the case.The group had termed itself “Interim Ansar” based on the Ansar Ghazwat-ul-Hind (AGH) outfit.Several suspects have been apprehended in the case, and on Monday, the agency said it would continue “with its efforts to unravel the larger conspiracy behind the terror attack and to identify others involved in the plot to spread mayhem and destabilise the country”.Naveed Iqbal is a Senior Assistant Editor at The Indian Express, and reports from Jammu and Kashmir. With a career spanning over 15 years in frontline journalism, Naveed provides authoritative reporting on the region’s transition, governance, and the socio-political implications of national policies. Expertise Regional Specialization: Based in the Srinagar and New Delhi bureaus, Naveed has spent over a decade documenting the unique challenges of Jammu and Kashmir. Her reporting is distinguished by deep contextual knowledge of the region's post-Article 370, statehood debates, and local electoral politics. Key Coverage Beats: Her extensive body of work covers: Politics & Governance: Tracking the National Conference (NC), PDP, and BJP dynamics, including in-depth coverage of J&K’s first Assembly sessions and Rajya Sabha polls following the reorganization of the state. Internal Security & Justice: Providing rigorous reporting on counter-insurgency operations, terror module investigations, and judicial developments involving political detainees and constitutional rights. Education & Minority Affairs: Highlighting systemic issues such as quota rows in J&K, public service commission reforms, and the challenges faced by minority communities. ... Read MoreStay updated with the latest - Click here to follow us on Instagram© The Indian Express Pvt LtdTags:Jammu and KashmirAdvertisementLoading Recommendations...Live BlogRajasthan Board RBSE 10th Class Result 2026 Live Updates: RBSE Class 10 results on March 24, when and where to check9 minutes agoRBSE Shala Darpan Class 5th, 8th Result 2026 Live Updates: Results on March 24 at rajshaladarpan.rajasthan.gov.in10 minutes agoUS-Israel-Iran War News Live Updates: ‘Washington, Tehran will jointly control Strait of Hormuz after it reopens,’ says Trump33 minutes agoDhurandhar 2 Worldwide Box Office Collection Day 4 LIVE Updates: Ranveer Singh film crosses Rs 30 cr mark on Monday; earns Rs 761 cr globally40 minutes agoDubai, Abu Dhabi, UAE News Live Updates: ‘Indian missions in affected region extending all possible help to our people,’ says PM Modi1 hour ago