North India Shakes: Tremors from 5.9 Magnitude Earthquake in Afghanistan

An earthquake with a magnitude of 5.9 struck Afghanistan, sending tremors across north India, including Delhi, Jammu and Kashmir, Punjab, and Haryana. The quake occurred on Friday night around 9:45 pm. Despite the strong jolt, no immediate damage was reported. Officials noted the epicenter was in Afghanistan at a depth of 150 km.

On Friday night, regions across north India, from Delhi to Punjab, felt tremors resulting from a 5.9 magnitude earthquake centered in Afghanistan. The seismic activity hit around 9:45 pm, causing brief moments of panic among residents.

Officials reported that despite the strong shakes, no immediate damage was recorded in the affected areas. In Afghanistan, the epicenter was located at Latitude 36.398 degrees North and Longitude 70.878 degrees East, with a depth of 150 km.

Residents in various cities, such as Baldev Chand in Chandigarh and Ajay Kumar in Punjab, experienced sudden jolts. The brief but noticeable movements made many contemplate evacuation, though the tremors ceased quickly.

(With inputs from agencies.)