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India.com
2 days ago
- Climate
- India.com
Earthquake Of Magnitude 4.2 Hits Nepal, Aftershocks Likely
An earthquake of magnitude 4.2 hit Nepal on Sunday, according to the National Center for Seismology (NCS). Furthermore, the earthquake occurred at a shallow depth of 10 kilometers, making it susceptible to aftershocks. The earthquakes that are shallow in nature are more dangerous than the deeper ones. The reason for the same is that the former has a greater energy release closer to the Earth's surface. This causes stronger ground shaking and increased damage to structures and casualties, compared to the deeper ones, which lose energy as they travel to the surface. Shallow earthquakes are generally more dangerous than deeper ones because their energy is released closer to the Earth's surface. This results in stronger ground shaking and a higher potential for damage to structures and even increased casualties. Meanwhile, the deeper earthquakes lose more energy before reaching the surface, and they often cause less intense shaking. In a post on X, NCS shared, "EQ of M: 4.2, On: 29/06/2025 14:19:05 IST, Lat: 29.35 N, Long: 81.94 E, Depth: 10 Km, Location: Nepal." EQ of M: 4.2, On: 29/06/2025 14:19:05 IST, Lat: 29.35 N, Long: 81.94 E, Depth: 10 Km, Location: Nepal. For more information Download the BhooKamp App @DrJitendraSingh @OfficeOfDrJS @Ravi_MoES @Dr_Mishra1966 @ndmaindia — National Center for Seismology (@NCS_Earthquake) June 29, 2025 Nepal Prone To Earthquakes Nepal is highly earthquake-prone due to its location on a convergent boundary where the Indian and Eurasian tectonic plates collide. This collision generates immense pressure and stress, which is released as earthquakes. The country is also situated in a subduction zone where the Indian Plate is sliding beneath the Eurasian Plate, further increasing stress and strain. It lies in the Himalayan region, a zone of intense seismic activity caused by the ongoing collision of the Indian and Eurasian tectonic plates. As per ANI, this collision results in the Indian plate pushing beneath the Eurasian plate in a process called subduction, creating immense pressure and strain on the Earth's crust. Nepal's 2015 Earthquake Nepal has also faced several high-level earthquakes, including the 2015 quake. On April 26, 2025, a minute-long silence was observed for the 8,969 victims who were killed in 2015, due to the devastating earthquake of 7.8 Richter scale. Standing below the replica of Dharahara Tower that fell during the earthquake a decade ago, Nepali Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli remembered those killed in the disaster. Recent Earthquakes A third earthquake within 24 hours jolted Pakistan on Sunday, a statement by the NCS said. An earthquake of magnitude 3.8 on the Richter Scale occurred at a shallow depth of 15km, making it susceptible to aftershocks. However, there were no immediate reports of damage or casualties. The country is one of the most seismically active nations in the world, being crossed by several major faults. As a result, earthquakes in Pakistan often occur and are destructive. Before this, as per NCS, an earthquake of magnitude 6.0 struck the Philippines in the early hours of Saturday.
Indian Express
2 days ago
- Climate
- Indian Express
Moderate earthquake strikes central Pakistan; no damage reported
A moderate earthquake reportedly struck central Pakistan early Sunday at approximately 3:54 am IST, according to the National Centre for Seismology (NCS), India. Magnitude estimates slightly varied depending on the monitoring agency. NCS measured the earthquake at a magnitude of 5.2. In comparison, the German Research Centre for Geosciences (GFZ) and the Euro-Mediterranean Seismological Centre (EMSC) both reported a slightly higher magnitude of 5.5. As per GFZ and EMSC, the epicentre was located 149 km west of Multan at a shallow depth of 10 km. On the other hand, NCS pinpointed the epicenter at latitude 30.25°N, longitude 69.82°E with a much deeper reported depth of 150 km. EQ of M: 5.2, On: 29/06/2025 03:54:02 IST, Lat: 30.25 N, Long: 69.82 E, Depth: 150 Km, Location: Pakistan. For more information Download the BhooKamp App @DrJitendraSingh @OfficeOfDrJS @Ravi_MoES @Dr_Mishra1966 @ndmaindia — National Center for Seismology (@NCS_Earthquake) June 28, 2025 No casualties or significant damage have been reported so far by any of the agencies. Authorities continue to monitor the situation. 'Pakistan is located in a highly seismically active area, making it prone to earthquakes,' the country's National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) states in its official guidelines. The last earthquake in the country before this occurred on May 19, as per Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD). The country is frequently hit by earthquakes of varying intensity. The deadliest in recent history struck in 2005, killing more than 74,000 people. (With inputs from Reuters and global seismological agencies)
India.com
2 days ago
- Climate
- India.com
5.2 Magnitude earthquake strikes Pakistan
5.2 Magnitude earthquake strikes Pakistan Islamabad: An earthquake with a magnitude of 5.2 struck central Pakistan in the early hours of Sunday, the National Centre for Seismology (NCS) reported. According to the NCS, the tremors occurred at around 3:54 a.m. (local time). However, no reports of casualties have emerged so far. The earthquake occurred at latitude 30.25 N and longitude 69.82 E with a depth of the quake was 150 kilometres. The NCS took to X and informed about the natural phenomenon, 'EQ of M: 5.2, On: 29/06/2025 03:54:02 IST, Lat: 30.25 N, Long: 69.82 E, Depth: 150 Km, Location: Pakistan.' EQ of M: 5.2, On: 29/06/2025 03:54:02 IST, Lat: 30.25 N, Long: 69.82 E, Depth: 150 Km, Location: Pakistan. For more information Download the BhooKamp App @DrJitendraSingh @OfficeOfDrJS @Ravi_MoES @Dr_Mishra1966 @ndmaindia — National Center for Seismology (@NCS_Earthquake) June 28, 2025 Most Seismically Active Country It is to be noted that Pakistan is one of the most seismically active countries in the world. Hence earthquakes often occur in different parts of the country. Pakistan's location at the intersection of the Eurasian and Indian tectonic plates makes it seismically active. The country's provinces are situated on either plate, with Balochistan, FATA, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, and Gilgit-Baltistan on the Eurasian plate and Sindh, Punjab, and Pakistan-administered Kashmir on the Indian plate. The collision of these plates causes frequent earthquakes. Currently, there are no reports of damage, but further information is pending.
India.com
3 days ago
- Climate
- India.com
Earthquake Of 6.0 Magnitude Strikes Philippines
New Delhi: A 6.0-magnitude earthquake struck Mindanao, Philippines, on Saturday at a depth of 105 km. The Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology reported the quake and confirmed that no tsunami alert was issued. According to the NCS, the earthquake occurred in Mindanao at 04:37 hours (Indian Standard Time) at a depth of 105 kilometres. The NCS wrote on X, "EQ of M: 6.0, On: 28/06/2025 04:37:10 IST, Lat: 5.28 N, Long: 126.08 E, Depth: 105 Km, Location: Mindanao, Philippines." EQ of M: 6.0, On: 28/06/2025 04:37:10 IST, Lat: 5.28 N, Long: 126.08 E, Depth: 105 Km, Location: Mindanao, Philippines. For more information Download the BhooKamp App @DrJitendraSingh @OfficeOfDrJS @Ravi_MoES @Dr_Mishra1966 @ndmaindia — National Center for Seismology (@NCS_Earthquake) June 27, 2025 The Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology confirmed the earthquake and assured that no tsunami alert was issued. Being part of the Pacific "Ring of Fire", the Philippines experiences frequent seismic activity. While minor earthquakes often go unnoticed, stronger ones can be devastating and unpredictable. Notably, a magnitude 7 earthquake in July 2022 triggered landslides and ground fissures in Abra province, resulting in 11 fatalities and 609 injuries. Updates on the recent quake are pending.
NDTV
6 days ago
- Climate
- NDTV
Earthquake Of 4.2 Magnitude Hits Andaman Sea
Port Blair (Andaman and Nicobar Islands): An earthquake measuring 4.2 on the Richter scale struck the Andaman Sea in the early hours on Wednesday, according to the National Centre for Seismology (NCS). The NCS shared the details in a post on X. The quake occurred at 01:43:50 IST at a depth of 20 km, with its epicentre located at 9.46°N latitude and 94.07°E longitude. EQ of M: 4.2, On: 25/06/2025 01:43:50 IST, Lat: 9.46 N, Long: 94.07 E, Depth: 20 Km, Location: Andaman Sea. For more information Download the BhooKamp App @DrJitendraSingh @OfficeOfDrJS @Ravi_MoES @Dr_Mishra1966 @ndmaindia — National Center for Seismology (@NCS_Earthquake) June 24, 2025 "EQ of M: 4.2, On: 25/06/2025 01:43:50 IST, Lat: 9.46 N, Long: 94.07 E, Depth: 20 Km, Location: Andaman Sea," National Center for Seismology wrote on X. No immediate reports of casualties or damage to property have been received. (Except for the headline, this story has not been edited by NDTV staff and is published from a syndicated feed.)
