Earthquake strikes Lucknow, epicentre in Gonda in Uttar Pradesh
A mild earthquake of magnitude 3.7 struck Lucknow on Friday morning. As per the National Center for Seismology, the epicentre of the earthquake was in Gonda and took place at a depth of 10 km.
A low-intensity earthquake of magnitude 3.7 struck Uttar Pradesh's Lucknow on Friday morning. As per the National Center for Seismology (NCS), the tremors were felt at around 07:32 am. The epicentre of the earthquake was in Gonda and took place at a depth of 10 km, it stated. "EQ of M: 3.7, On: 06/02/2026 07:32:01 IST, Lat: 27.36 N, Long: 82.05 E, Depth: 10 Km, Location: Gonda, Uttar Pradesh," the NCS added.
Earthquke in Sikkim
Earlier, a low-intensity earthquake struck Sikkim's Gyalshing region which led to moments of panic among residents. According to the National Centre for Seismology, the quake struck at 1:09 am and measured 4.5 on the Richter scale. The sudden tremors caused people to rush out of their homes in fear, creating an atmosphere of chaos and confusion across the area. Many residents remained outdoors for several minutes, concerned about possible aftershocks.
Why do earthquakes occur?
Earthquakes occur due to the movement of seven major tectonic plates that make up the Earth's crust. These plates keep drifting within their respective zones. At times, they collide along fault lines which leads to friction and the release of energy. This energy then finds a way out, resulting in the shaking of the ground that we experience as an earthquake.
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