Srinagar, Nov. 11 -- Following a car bomb blast near Red Fort in New Delhi, which left more than 10 people dead on Monday, authorities on Tuesday beefed up security across Kashmir as a precautionary measure.

A senior security official said that high-tech surveillance equipment was deployed and area domination exercises were carried out by security personnel. "The security forces have increased frisking, checkpoint surveillance in major towns and along highways. Sensitive areas in Kashmir are witnessing enhanced security, vehicle checks, security cordons and search operations," the official said.

He said a strict vigil is being maintained on anti-national elements. Checkpoints have been established in Srinagar and other district headquar...