Tremors in the Capital: Delhi-NCR Shaken by Magnitude 4.0 Earthquake

A 4.0 magnitude earthquake struck Delhi-NCR early Monday, with its epicenter in New Delhi at a depth of five kilometers. Residents of high-rise buildings evacuated as strong tremors were felt. Local leaders urged safety, and authorities invited people to use emergency services if needed.

In the early hours of Monday, a 4.0 magnitude earthquake rattled parts of Delhi-NCR, according to the National Center for Seismology.

The quake's epicenter was located in New Delhi, near Durgabai Deshmukh College of Special Education in Dhaula Kuan, striking at a depth of five kilometers at 5:36 am. A history of small quakes in the region is noted, with a previous 3.3 magnitude event recorded in 2015.

As strong tremors were felt, residents from Delhi, Noida, Greater Noida, and Ghaziabad rushed out of high-rise buildings. AAP leader Atishi and Delhi Police took to social media urging safety, with emergency services on alert. No casualties or major damage have been reported.

(With inputs from agencies.)