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Two powerful explosions hit the Indian city of Bombay at lunchtime, killing at least 44 people

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One ripped through a crowded jewellery market, known as the Gold Quarter

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Rescue workers searched for survivors

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Those caught in the blast were rushed to local hospitals

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Relatives comforted victims as they were treated for injuries

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Security services were put on high alert throughout the city

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The presidential palace in Delhi was cordoned off

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And as night fell, police patrols at one of the blast sites, the Gateway of India, were increased