Delhi Shaken by Bomb Threats, Schools in Turmoil

A slew of threatening emails promising bombings inundated nearly 100 schools in Delhi, along with two in Noida and one in Lucknow, causing widespread alarm on Wednesday. Parents anxiously gathered outside schools as authorities promptly responded. However, the Ministry of Home Affairs moved to calm fears, labeling the threats likely hoaxes and urging the public not to panic.

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Delhi Authorities Probe Bomb Threats Originating from Russia

Delhi Police, along with bomb detection teams and fire service personnel, conducted thorough searches across the affected schools. They found no evidence to substantiate the ominous warnings. Tension escalated with the revelation that similar emails had targeted hospitals in the capital a day earlier. Tracing the origin of the emails back to an IP address in Russia, authorities launched a comprehensive investigation into the source of the threats.

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Despite official assurances, the incident highlighted the vulnerability of educational institutions to such disruptive acts. Schools, including prominent ones like Delhi Public School (DPS) units, swiftly enacted evacuation protocols, prioritizing the safety of students and staff. As the investigation continues into the cyber trail left by the threatening emails, authorities remain vigilant to prevent future disruptions and reassure the community of ongoing safety measures.