8 killed, 35 injured in Lahore bomb blast

At least eight persons were killed and 35 others injured today in a powerful bomb blast in a posh defence locality here, the second such incident in the city this month as Pakistan witnesses a surge in terror attacks. 

Panic gripped the Defence Housing Authority a little before noon when the loud explosion resonated across Z-Block.

"Eight persons have been killed and 35 suffered injuries,"



officials said.

The nature of the blast is yet to be determined and bomb disposal squad and forensic expert are collecting evidences from the spot.

"It appears to be a planted device," Punjab police spokesman Niyab Haider said.

Police officials said 8-10 kilogrammes of explosives were used. The area has been cordoned off and a search operation is underway.