Earthquake in Delhi-NCR, Bihar: What is a shallow earthquake that struck Delhi?
1 month, 1 week ago

Earthquake in Delhi-NCR, Bihar: What is a shallow earthquake that struck Delhi?

The Hindu  

Strong tremors were felt in the national capital and adjoining regions as an earthquake of 4.0 magnitude struck the region early on Monday. The National Center for Seismology said the earthquake struck at a focal depth of five kilometres at 5:36 am. VIDEO | As Delhi-NCR was jolted by an early morning earthquake, National Centre for Seismology Director OP Mishra says, "The epicentre was at Jheel Park in Dhaula Kuan, it was a 4.0 magnitude earthquake. It was in the depth of 5 km, it is called shallow depth, hence people felt… pic.twitter.com/PbVsNMofGU — Press Trust of India February 17, 2025 Why an earthquake’s depth matters?

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6.1 magnitude earthquake rattles Nepal; tremors felt in Siliguri, Bihar and other places in India
3 weeks, 5 days ago

6.1 magnitude earthquake rattles Nepal; tremors felt in Siliguri, Bihar and other places in India

Hindustan Times  

Nepal earthquake today: A 6.1 magnitude earthquake struck Nepal early on Friday, with tremors felt in Bihar, Siliguri, and other neighbouring areas in India, according to the National Earthquake Monitoring and Research Centre. The German Research Center for Geosciences placed the magnitude of the earthquake at 5.6, and the depth at 10 km, while the US Geological Survey pegged it …

Earthquake today: 5.0 magnitude tremor jolts Assam’s Morigaon district; netizens say, ‘Guwahati was freaking shaking’
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3 weeks, 6 days ago

Earthquake today: 5.0 magnitude tremor jolts Assam’s Morigaon district; netizens say, ‘Guwahati was freaking shaking’

Live Mint  

Morigaon: According to the National Center for Seismology, an earthquake of magnitude five on the Richter scale struck Assam's Morigaon district in the early hours of Thursday. "EQ of M: 5.0, On: 27/02/2025 02:25:40 IST, Lat: 26.28 N, Long: 92.24 E, Depth: 16 Km, Location: Morigaon, Assam," the NCS said on X. Social media reaction Social media strongly reacted to …

Earthquake today: 6.1 magnitude quake strikes near Indonesia’s Modisi; residents say ‘It was strong’
1 month ago

Earthquake today: 6.1 magnitude quake strikes near Indonesia’s Modisi; residents say ‘It was strong’

Live Mint  

Earthquake today: A magnitude 6.1 earthquake struck near Modisi, Indonesia, Wednesday morning local time, according to the US Geological Survey website. All other guests had also fled.” Previous severe earthquakes reported in Indonesia In January 2021, a magnitude-6.2 quake that shook Sulawesi killed more than 100 people and left thousands homeless while in 2018, a magnitude-7.5 quake and subsequent tsunami …

Magnitude 5.1 quake hits Bay of Bengal; tremors felt in Kolkata
1 month ago

Magnitude 5.1 quake hits Bay of Bengal; tremors felt in Kolkata

Hindustan Times  

A magnitude 5.1 earthquake hit the Bay of Bengal off the Odisha and West Bengal coasts around 6:10am on Tuesday. The National Centre for Seismology said the quake occurred at a depth of 91 km in the Bay of Bengal. Kolkata falls under seismic zone 4, which is susceptible to the high damage risk of severe earthquakes. A magnitude 4.0 …

Delhi can’t handle a ‘great earthquake disaster’. Where does the problem lie?
1 month, 1 week ago

Delhi can’t handle a ‘great earthquake disaster’. Where does the problem lie?

Live Mint  

The 4.0-magnitude earthquake in Delhi early Monday wasn't mild. "Delhi is prone not only to damaging earthquakes in or near Delhi but due to its peculiar geological setting, it could also sustain strong shaking due to a large earthquake in the Himalayas," the Delhi Disaster Management Authority says on its website. Even though Delhi is among the high-risk areas, the …

Mint Primer | How vulnerable is north India to earthquakes?
1 month, 1 week ago

Mint Primer | How vulnerable is north India to earthquakes?

Live Mint  

An earthquake measuring 4.0 on the Richter Scale jolted New Delhi at dawn on Monday, causing widespread alarm. The MHT’s three shallower branches are close to most north Indian cities, including Delhi. The National Centre for Seismology said the epicentre was located 5km under Dhaula Kuan’s Jheel Park in central Delhi. In 2019, the National Disaster Management Authority published the …

Delhi Earthquake today: Only 14% Indians confident in building safety, says survey as city wakes up to tremors
1 month, 1 week ago

Delhi Earthquake today: Only 14% Indians confident in building safety, says survey as city wakes up to tremors

Live Mint  

Residents of Delhi NCR and parts of northern India were jolted awake by a 4.0 magnitude earthquake at around 5:36 AM on Monday. 87% of respondents have never had a building safety audit When asked citizens, “Is the house or building you currently reside in earthquake resistant?” Quite shockingly, out of 15,392 respondents to this question, 87 per cent indicated …

Never experienced such tremors before: Delhi residents
1 month, 1 week ago

Never experienced such tremors before: Delhi residents

Deccan Chronicle  

Many Delhi residents were startled by strong jolts after a 4.0-magnitude earthquake struck the national capital and adjoining regions on Monday morning. The strong tremors triggered by the earthquake prompted several residents of Delhi to rush out of their homes.Anil Kumar, a resident of Sita Ram Bazar, said he never experienced such tremors before. But thankfully it didn't last long," …

Delhi earthquake: residents panic as quake jolts Delhi-NCR
1 month, 1 week ago

Delhi earthquake: residents panic as quake jolts Delhi-NCR

The Hindu  

Many Delhi residents were startled by strong jolts after a 4.0-magnitude earthquake struck the national capital and adjoining regions on Monday morning. Prime Minister Narendra Modi urged people in Delhi and nearby areas to stay calm and follow safety precautions while keeping alert for possible aftershocks following the earthquake VIDEO | An earthquake of 4.0 magnitude rocked parts of Delhi-NCR …

Why Did Delhi Earthquake Feel So Strong Despite Low Magnitude?
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1 month, 1 week ago

Why Did Delhi Earthquake Feel So Strong Despite Low Magnitude?

ABP News  

Earthquake In Delhi: A 4.0-magnitude struck Delhi, Noida and neighbouring areas with a rumbling early Monday morning. Despite falling in the moderate category, the tremors were strong enough to shake houses and forced people in several high-rise buildings in Delhi, Noida, Greater Noida and Ghaziabad to rush out. A passenger awaiting his train at the New Delhi railway station recalled …

Why did the 4-magnitude earthquake in Delhi feel so strong?
1 month, 1 week ago

Why did the 4-magnitude earthquake in Delhi feel so strong?

Firstpost  

Residents of Delhi-NCR woke up to tremors on Monday morning after an earthquake measuring 4 on the Richter Scale hit the area. “A wave in the ocean”, “low growl” and that of a “cracker.” That’s how residents described the sounds that accompanied tremors after a 4.0-magnitude earthquake hit India’s capital, Delhi and its surrounding areas at 5.36 am on Monday. …

Earthquake of magnitude 4.0 hits Bihar's Siwan
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1 month, 1 week ago

Earthquake of magnitude 4.0 hits Bihar's Siwan

Deccan Chronicle  

Siwan : An earthquake measuring 4.0 on the Richter scale hit Bihar's Siwan on Monday morning at a depth of 10 km, according to the National Center for Seismology. "EQ of M: 4.0, On: 17/02/2025 08:02:08 IST, Lat: 25.93 N, Long: 84.42 E, Depth: 10 Km, Location: Siwan, Bihar," NCS posted on X. Hours before, an earthquake measuring 4.0 on …

Delhi hit by rare earthquake as Modi warns north India to ‘stay alert for aftershocks’
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1 month, 1 week ago

Delhi hit by rare earthquake as Modi warns north India to ‘stay alert for aftershocks’

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Delhi was jolted awake as …

Earthquake in Delhi today: As PM Modi alerts about ‘aftershocks’, is there possibility of fresh tremors in Delhi-NCR?
1 month, 1 week ago

Earthquake in Delhi today: As PM Modi alerts about ‘aftershocks’, is there possibility of fresh tremors in Delhi-NCR?

Live Mint  

Earthquake in Delhi today: An earthquake of magnitude four on the Richter scale struck the Delhi-NCR region early Monday. As strong tremors created panic among residents, Prime Minister Narendra Modi urged Delhiites to follow safety precautions and stay alert for “aftershocks.” The tremors caused by the Delhi earthquake triggered panic among residents and forced them to leave their homes in …

Bihar shaken: 4.0 magnitude earthquake hits Siwan district
1 month, 1 week ago

Bihar shaken: 4.0 magnitude earthquake hits Siwan district

Firstpost  

According to the National Centre of Seismology, the epicentre of the quake was located in Bihar’s Siwan district An earthquake with a magnitude of 4.0 on the Richter Scale hit Siwan district in Bihar. X/@NCS_Earthquake An earthquake measuring 4.0 on the Richter scale hit Bihar’s Siwan on Monday morning at a depth of 10 km, according to the National Center …

Bihar shaken: 4.0 magnitude earthquake hits Siwan district
1 month, 1 week ago

Bihar shaken: 4.0 magnitude earthquake hits Siwan district

Firstpost  

According to the National Centre of Seismology, the epicentre of the quake was located in Bihar’s Siwan district An earthquake with a magnitude of 4.0 on the Richter Scale hit Siwan district in Bihar. X/@NCS_Earthquake An earthquake measuring 4.0 on the Richter scale hit Bihar’s Siwan on Monday morning at a depth of 10 km, according to the National Center …

Earthquake in Delhi Today: Memes galore on social media as netizens wake to tremors, ‘Kyu hila dala na…’
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1 month, 1 week ago

Earthquake in Delhi Today: Memes galore on social media as netizens wake to tremors, ‘Kyu hila dala na…’

Live Mint  

Earthquake in Delhi Today: Delhiites were shaken awake by a 4.0-magnitude earthquake on Monday morning. While the tremors shook buildings, the social media community went online to share a few early-morning laughs with memes! Check out some of the most hilarious memes on the earthquake here: “You know it's a massive one when it forces you out of your sleep …

Earthquake of magnitude 4.0 strikes Bihar’s Siwan, after Delhi tremor
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1 month, 1 week ago

Earthquake of magnitude 4.0 strikes Bihar’s Siwan, after Delhi tremor

Live Mint  

An earthquake measuring 4.0 on the Richter scale hit Bihar's Siwan on Monday morning at a depth of 10 km, according to the National Center for Seismology. Hours before, an earthquake measuring 4.0 on the Richter scale hit Delhi-NCR early Monday at a depth of 5 km. After the earthquake struck Delhi and its adjoining National Capital Region areas, Prime …

Earthquake Hits Bihar After Tremors Felt In Delhi-NCR
1 month, 1 week ago

Earthquake Hits Bihar After Tremors Felt In Delhi-NCR

ABP News  

Earthquake: An earthquake with a magnitude of 4.0 on the Richter Scale hit Siwan, Bihar at 08:02 am on Monday. An earthquake with a magnitude of 4.0 on the Richter Scale hit Siwan, Bihar at 08:02 IST today pic.twitter.com/mNcVErOpq6 — ANI February 17, 2025 Prime Minister Narendra Modi urged people in the region to stay calm and follow safety precautions …

Earthquake: Why is Delhi so vulnerable to tremors
1 month, 1 week ago

Earthquake: Why is Delhi so vulnerable to tremors

Hindustan Times  

Strong tremors shook Delhi and the surrounding National Capital Region area early on Monday. While the magnitude of the earthquake wasn’t much, people still felt “strong” and “violent” tremors as they shared their reactions and experiences on social media platform X, formerly Twitter. According to the Delhi Disaster Management Authority, the seismicity, or the frequency of earthquakes, around Delhi might …

Video Shows Fan Shaking, People On Streets As 4.0 Magnitude Earthquake Wakes Delhi-NCR
1 month, 1 week ago

Video Shows Fan Shaking, People On Streets As 4.0 Magnitude Earthquake Wakes Delhi-NCR

ABP News  

The people in Delhi-NCR woke up without an alarm on Monday morning after an earthquake hit the national capital at around 5:36 AM. According to the National Centre for Seismology, the earthquake measured 4.0 magnitude on the Richter scale and originated at a depth of 10 kilometres in New Delhi. #Earthquake pic.twitter.com/bgzptCZrGb — Press Trust of India February 17, 2025 …

Delhi earthquake: Scary videos of tremors, panic emerge | Watch
1 month, 1 week ago

Delhi earthquake: Scary videos of tremors, panic emerge | Watch

Hindustan Times  

Earthquake in Delhi today: A magnitude four earthquake struck Delhi and surrounding areas on Monday, forcing residents to rush out of their buildings. VISUALS: Passengers at the New Delhi Railway Station told news agency ANI that it felt like a train was running underground. CCTV footage from the terrace camera of a house in a Delhi locality showed tank pipes …

Delhi Earthquake: Last 5 Tremors That Shook National Capital, Neighbouring Areas
1 month, 1 week ago

Delhi Earthquake: Last 5 Tremors That Shook National Capital, Neighbouring Areas

ABP News  

Delhi on Monday woke up to strong jolts as an earthquake measuring 4.0 on the Richter scale hit the national capital and its adjoining regions. Here's a timeline of the past five earthquakes in the Delhi-NCR region: January 7, 2025 A strong earthquake measuring 7.1 on the Richter scale hit Tibet's Xizang area at 6:35 AM on January 7 due …

Delhi earthquake: Strong tremors of 4.0 magnitude felt across Delhi, NCR region on February 17 morning
1 month, 1 week ago

Delhi earthquake: Strong tremors of 4.0 magnitude felt across Delhi, NCR region on February 17 morning

The Hindu  

The 4-magnitude earthquake that originated in Delhi early on Monday was the strongest since a 4.6-magnitude temblor in the city in 2007. “The 4.6-magnitude quake in November 2007 barely registered with many because it was at a 10-km depth, meaning that most of the energy dissipated by the time that seismic waves reached the surface,” O.P. The maximum magnitude of …

Tremors in Delhi-NCR as 4.0 magnitude earthquake strikes early Monday
1 month, 1 week ago

Tremors in Delhi-NCR as 4.0 magnitude earthquake strikes early Monday

Firstpost  

Prime Minister Narendra Modi urged people in Delhi and nearby areas to stay calm and follow safety precautions while keeping alert for possible aftershocks An earthquake with a magnitude of 4.0 on the Richter Scale hit New Delhi at 05:36:55 IST today. Prime Minister Narendra Modi urged people in Delhi and nearby areas to stay calm and follow safety precautions …

Delhi-NCR earthquake highlights: Tremors caused by weak rock layers, says report
1 month, 1 week ago

Delhi-NCR earthquake highlights: Tremors caused by weak rock layers, says report

Hindustan Times  

Delhi NCR earthquake: A man stands near an uprooted tree at Dhaula Kuan's Jheel Park, the epicentre of the earthquake that struck the Delhi-NCR, in New Delhi, Monday, Feb. 17, 2025. Delhi NCR earthquake highlights: Delhi NCR experienced earthquake tremors on Monday morning, with the National Center for Seismology reporting a magnitude of 4.0. Prime Minister Narendra Modi took to …

Early-Morning Earthquake Shakes Delhi-NCR, Residents Jolted From Sleep
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1 month, 1 week ago

Early-Morning Earthquake Shakes Delhi-NCR, Residents Jolted From Sleep

ABP News  

Earthquake In Delhi: A massive tremor shook Delhi-NCR early on Monday around 5:35 AM. For any emergency help #Dial112.#Earthquake — Delhi Police February 17, 2025 The earthquake lasted several seconds as the aftershocks took time to abate. A passenger waiting for a train at the New Delhi railway station said the ground shook almost as if a train was passing …

Fact Check: These images of destruction are NOT from the Delhi earthquake
1 month, 1 week ago

Fact Check: These images of destruction are NOT from the Delhi earthquake

India Today  

People in Delhi-NCR woke up to strong tremors of 4.0 magnitude on Monday morning. These images were shared on Facebook, Instagram, and X. India Today Fact Check found that both images are old and have nothing to do with the recent earthquake in Delhi-NCR. Our Probe With the help of a reverse image search, we found one photo in a …

From 5.0 magnitude to a low 2.1: Tremors that struck Delhi-NCR in over 2 decades
1 month, 1 week ago

From 5.0 magnitude to a low 2.1: Tremors that struck Delhi-NCR in over 2 decades

India Today  

A strong earthquake measuring 4.0 on the Richter scale jolted Delhi and its adjoining National Capital Region at around 5.35 am on Monday, prompting residents to rush out of their homes in fear and panic. NOVEMBER 11, 2023: A 2.6 magnitude earthquake struck Delhi, with the epicentre recorded at a 10 km depth in North district. JANUARY 28, 2021: Low-intensity …

Delhi earthquake: What made the rumbling sounds beneath your feet
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1 month, 1 week ago

Delhi earthquake: What made the rumbling sounds beneath your feet

India Today  

A magnitude 4.0 earthquake struck Delhi and its surrounding National Capital Region on Monday, February 17, 2025, at approximately 5:36 AM. While there were no immediate reports of damage or casualties, the earthquake serves as a reminder of the region’s vulnerability to seismic activity. RUMBLING SOUNDS EXPLAINED Many residents reported hearing rumbling sounds during the earthquake. According to US Geological …

Why did Delhi's 4.0 earthquake feel stronger than it was?
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1 month, 1 week ago

Why did Delhi's 4.0 earthquake feel stronger than it was?

India Today  

It was around 5:36 am on Monday and most of the Delhiites were asleep when strong tremors jolted them out of sleep and sent them running out of their houses in fear. The earthquake measured 4.0 magnitude on the richter scale, which is considered moderate, but it felt stronger than that number. The loud rumbling sound that Delhiites heard could …

Earthquake of magnitude 4.0 shakes Delhi-NCR; sparks meme fest on social media
1 month, 1 week ago

Earthquake of magnitude 4.0 shakes Delhi-NCR; sparks meme fest on social media

India TV News  

Earthquake of magnitude 4.0 shakes Delhi-NCR; sparks meme fest on social media A strong earthquake struck Delhi-NCR, causing a stir among residents. Within a few hours, social media site X was inundated with jokes about Delhi earthquakes and their frequency, even though many recognised that this particular quake felt stronger than previous ones. Another said that they are following the …

4.0 magnitude earthquake jolts Delhi-NCR out of sleep, big tremors, rumbling noise
1 month, 1 week ago

4.0 magnitude earthquake jolts Delhi-NCR out of sleep, big tremors, rumbling noise

India Today  

Residents of Delhi and those in the National Capital Region woke up to strong tremors as the national capital was hit by a 4.0 magnitude earthquake early on Monday. #WATCH | Delhi: On 4.0-magnitude earthquake jolted the national capital and surrounding areas, Dr OP Mishra, Director, National Centre for Seismology says, "Delhi has been experiencing minor earthquakes. In 2007, an …

Earthquake today: 3.5 magnitude quake hits Uttarakhand’s Uttarkashi
2 months ago

Earthquake today: 3.5 magnitude quake hits Uttarakhand’s Uttarkashi

Live Mint  

Earthquake today: An earthquake of magnitude 3.5 on the Richter scale hit Uttarkashi area of Uttarakhand on Friday morning, as per the National Center for Seismology 's update. Earthquake in Uttarkashi occured at a depth of 5 km, at latitude 30.85 N and longitude 78.60 E. “EQ of M: 3.5, On: 24/01/2025 08:19:28 IST, Lat: 30.85 N, Long: 78.60 E, …

Nepal earthquake today: 7.1 magnitude quake hits Kathmandu, tremors felt in Delhi-NCR
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Nepal earthquake today: 7.1 magnitude quake hits Kathmandu, tremors felt in Delhi-NCR

Hindustan Times  

Tremors from a 7.1 magnitude earthquake in Nepal were felt in Delhi-NCR and several North Indian areas, including parts of Bihar, on Tuesday morning. According to the National Centre for Seismology, the quake was recorded at 6.35 AM, with its epicenter located at latitude 28.86 degrees North and longitude 87.51 degrees East, at a depth of 10 kilometers. One of …

Earthquake of 4.5 magnitude strikes Manipur
8 months, 3 weeks ago

Earthquake of 4.5 magnitude strikes Manipur

Hindustan Times  

Imphal: An earthquake of 4.5 on the Richter magnitude scale was recorded in Manipur on Wednesday evening, according to the National Center for Seismology, ministry of earth sciences, the government of India’s preliminary location report of the earthquake. According to the NCS, the earthquake struck around 7.09pm and was measured at 4.5 on the Richter magnitude scale. The mild earthquake …

Earthquake of magnitude 3.9 strikes Rajasthan's Sikar
9 months, 2 weeks ago

Earthquake of magnitude 3.9 strikes Rajasthan's Sikar

Hindustan Times  

A 3.9 magnitude earthquake occurred on Saturday at 11:47 pm in Rajasthan's Sikar, according to the National Center for Seismology. Last week, a 3.9 magnitude earthquake had hit Uttar Pradesh's Sonbhadra at a depth of 10 km. An earthquake of 3.1 magnitude had also struck Uttarakhand’s Pithoragarh district in May with the epicentre around 5km beneath the earth’s surface. The …

Earthquake of magnitude 4.6 hits Ukhrul in Manipur
1 year, 2 months ago

Earthquake of magnitude 4.6 hits Ukhrul in Manipur

Live Mint  

An earthquake of magnitude 4.6 was reported near the Ukhrul town of Manipur on Friday, the National Center for Seismology said. The National Center for Seismology tweeted, "Earthquake of Magnitude:4.6, Occurred on 29-12-2023, 22:01:19 IST, Lat: 25.14 & Long: 96.54, Depth: 120 Km,Location: 208km E of Ukhrul, Manipur, India." On December 26, a low-intensity earthquake of 3.3 magnitude on the …

Earthquake today: Quakes of 3-3.9 magnitude hits THESE 4 Indian states. Details
1 year, 3 months ago

Earthquake today: Quakes of 3-3.9 magnitude hits THESE 4 Indian states. Details

Live Mint  

An earthquake of magnitude 3.1 on the Richter Scale hit Karnataka's Vijayapura district on Friday morning, the National Center for Seismology said. In a post on X, the National Center for Seismology said, "Earthquake of Magnitude:3.1, Occurred on 8-12-2023, 06:52:21 IST, Lat: 16.77 and Long: 75.87, Depth: 10 Km, Location: Vijayapura, Karnataka." In a tweet, the NCS wrote, “Earthquake of …

Earthquake today: 3.4 scale quake hits Ladakh
1 year, 3 months ago

Earthquake today: 3.4 scale quake hits Ladakh

Live Mint  

An earthquake measuring 3.4 on the Richter scale jolted India's northernmost region of Ladakh this morning at 8.25 am, as per the National Center for Seismology, ANI reported. The NCS posted on X, stating, "Earthquake of Magnitude: 3.4, Occurred on 02-12-2023, 08:25:38 IST, Lat: 35.44 & Long: 77.36, Depth: 10 Km, Location: Ladakh." Bangladesh hit by a 5.8-strong quake In …

Earthquake today: Strong tremors felt in Delhi as 5.2 magnitude quake hits Nepal
1 year, 4 months ago

Earthquake today: Strong tremors felt in Delhi as 5.2 magnitude quake hits Nepal

Live Mint  

Earthquake today: An earthquake of magnitude 5.2 on the Richter scale struck Nepal on Monday. The country is grappling with the aftermath of a 6.9 magnitude earthquake that struck the region on Friday. “Earthquake of Magnitude:5.6, Occurred on 06-11-2023, 16:16:40 IST, Lat: 28.89 & Long: 82.36, Depth: 10 Km, Region,” posted National Centre for Seismology on X, formerly Twitter, on …

Once Again, Delhi-NCR Shakes as Quake Hits Pakistan: Why Capital Frequently Experiences Tremors
1 year, 4 months ago

Once Again, Delhi-NCR Shakes as Quake Hits Pakistan: Why Capital Frequently Experiences Tremors

News 18  

A 6.0 magnitude earthquake in Pakistan with its epicentre in the Hindu Kush region of neighbouring Afghanistan shook Delhi-NCR on Thursday. Strong tremors were felt in Delhi after four earthquakes hit Nepal within an hour on October 3, 2023 and, then again, on October 16, when a 4.8 magnitude earthquake hit Nepal’s Sudurpaschim province. Here is how India’s total landmass …

Mild Tremor Rattles Delhi
1 year, 5 months ago

Mild Tremor Rattles Delhi

Deccan Chronicle  

Intense seismic activity rattled the city of Delhi today, stemming from two earthquakes originating in Nepal. The first earthquake, registering a magnitude of 4.6, struck Nepal at 2:25 pm local time, followed closely by a more powerful tremor measuring 6.2 on the Richter scale at 2:51 pm. According to the National Centre for Seismology, "Earthquake of Magnitude: 6.2, Occurred on …

Tremors felt in Delhi, parts of north India after four quakes hit Nepal
1 year, 5 months ago

Tremors felt in Delhi, parts of north India after four quakes hit Nepal

The Hindu  

Four earthquakes, the strongest being of magnitude 6.2, jolted Nepal in quick succession with tremors reverberating through parts of north India including Delhi-NCR, the National Centre for Seismology said on October 3. An NCS official said the first quake of magnitude 4.6 struck west Nepal at a depth of 10 kilometres at 2:25 p.m., followed by the 6.2 magnitude jolt …

Nepal rocked by three back-to-back earthquakes and aftershocks, 10 injured
1 year, 5 months ago

Nepal rocked by three back-to-back earthquakes and aftershocks, 10 injured

India TV News  

As India was hit with a powerful earthquake, neighbouring nation, Nepal was rocked by three successive earthquakes of varying magnitudes on Tuesday. The third earthquake of magnitude 4.1 on the Richter Scale was felt at 3:45 pm with the epicentre in Bajhang district, according to Nepal's National Earthquake Monitoring and Research Centre. Image Source : INDIA TVDamaged houses in Nepal …

Earthquake of 2.6 magnitude jolts Haryana
1 year, 5 months ago

Earthquake of 2.6 magnitude jolts Haryana

Live Mint  

Some areas of Haryana experienced a minor earthquake on Sunday night. According to the National Centre for Seismology the earthquake of magnitude 2.6, occurred at 11.26 pm on Sunday. On the same day, a 3.1 magnitude earthquake struck the Dhubri district of Assam during the early hours of Sunday. According to the National Center for Seismology, the earthquake happened at …

Assam Earthquake: Quake of magnitude 3.1 jolts Dhubri district
1 year, 5 months ago

Assam Earthquake: Quake of magnitude 3.1 jolts Dhubri district

Live Mint  

Assam Earthquake: An earthquake of magnitude 3.1 struck Assam's Dhubri district in the early hours of Sunday, October 1, an official statement said, reported ANI. Earlier an earthquake of magnitude 3.0 struck Uttarakhand's Uttarkashi district on September 25. In a post on X, National Center for Seismology stated, "Earthquake of Magnitude:3.0, Occurred on 25-09-2023, 08:35:54 IST, Lat: 31.07 & Long: …

Two earthquakes hit Uttarakhand’s Uttarkashi within 12 hours; no damage reported
1 year, 6 months ago

Two earthquakes hit Uttarakhand’s Uttarkashi within 12 hours; no damage reported

Hindustan Times  

An earthquake measuring 2.9 on the Richter Scale hit Uttarakhand’s Uttarkashi district on Monday morning, the National Center for Seismology website stated. The earthquake in Uttarkashi occurred around 5km beneath the earth’s surface at 3:48am. Around 4.41pm on Sunday, an earthquake of magnitude 2.5 hit Uttarakhand’s Chamoli district. On August 29, two earthquakes of magnitude 2.8 and 2.5 hit Uttarakhand’s …

BREAKING: Earthquake tremors felt in Delhi-NCR and Jammu and Kashmir – India TV
1 year, 7 months ago

BREAKING: Earthquake tremors felt in Delhi-NCR and Jammu and Kashmir – India TV

India TV News  

An earthquake of magnitude 5.8 on the Richter scale struck Delhi-NCR on Saturday. The tremors were felt all across North India including Jammu and Kashmir, Punjab and Uttar Pradesh. The tremors were also felt in Jammu and Kashmir's Rajouri, Srinagar, Gulmarg as well as in the Katra region near Mata Vaishno Devi shrine. CM Kejriwal tweets following the quake Delhi …

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