Earthquake Of Magnitude 6.4 Hits Nepal's Paink, Tremors Felt In Delhi-NCR, Patna

An earthquake with an estimated magnitude of 6.4 struck near Paink, Nepal, on Friday at 11:32 pm local time. The tremors from the quake were felt in several regions, including Nepal, India, China, and even the national capital region of Delhi-NCR, leaving residents in a state of shock and concern.

According to reports, the epicenter of the earthquake was located approximately 7 kilometers from Paink, Nepal, further emphasizing the impact on the region. Paink is a former village development committee in Jajarkot District in the Karnali Province of Nepal.

''Earthquake of Magnitude:6.4, Occurred on 03-11-2023, 23:32:54 IST, Lat: 28.84 & Long: 82.19, Depth: 10 Km ,Location: Nepal,'' the National Center for Seismology (NCS) informed on X.

While the exact extent of damage caused by the earthquake is still being assessed.

In Nepal, which bore the brunt of the quake, there are concerns about potential damage to infrastructure and buildings, particularly in the vicinity of the epicenter. Rescue and relief efforts are underway to assess the situation and provide assistance to those affected.

In India, regions including Delhi and the National Capital Region (NCR) felt the tremors, leading to widespread panic among the residents. Many people rushed out of their homes and buildings as a safety precaution.

Social media platforms buzzed with reports, images, and videos of the incident, offering a glimpse into the immediate aftermath.

Memes Flood X As Earthquake Jolts Delhi-NCR

On October 15, Delhi, the ground beneath its millions of inhabitants' feet suddenly trembled, sending shockwaves of alarm and uncertainty through the city. According to reports, an estimated magnitude 3.1 earthquake had originated approximately 9 kilometers from Faridabad, Haryana, at precisely 4:08 pm.

Earlier on October 3, the entire Delhi-NCR region, along with various parts of northern India, experienced powerful tremors stemming from a 6.2 magnitude earthquake that had struck Nepal. This seismic event had its epicenter registered in the Talkot region of Bajhang district, situated 700 kilometers west of Kathmandu. The earthquake occurred at precisely 2:40 p.m., as reported by the National Seismological Centre.