Earthquake
-
Earthquake of 5.1 magnitude hits Andaman and Nicobar Islands, tremors felt across region
India | Oct 29, 2026, 03:55 PM ISTThe Andaman and Nicobar Islands have experienced seismic activity in recent months, with the National Centre for Seismology recording a magnitude 4.6 earthquake in the region at around 3.30am on February 2, 2026.
-
Three back-to-back earthquakes hit Vanuatu Islands near Australia; tsunami warning issued
World | Oct 24, 2026, 09:11 AM ISTAccording to the United States Geological Survey (USGS), the Vanuatu Islands in South Pacific Ocean near Australia was hit by three back-to-back earthquakes on Saturday morning after which a tsunami warning was issued by authorities.
-
Tibet jolted by 4.5 magnitude aftershock days after powerful quake that killed 16
World | Oct 24, 2026, 07:23 AM ISTTibet was struck by an aftershock measuring 4.5 magnitude on Richter Scale this morning. The aftershock did not cause any damages, but triggered panic among the locals.
-
Earthquake of magnitude 7.0 hits Tibet weeks after deadly floods and landslides near Nepal border
World | Oct 22, 2026, 09:20 PM ISTThe China Earthquake Networks Center (CENC) further confirmed that the earthquake struck at around 10.33 pm local time (1433 GMT) in a county in Nagqu, northern Tibet. The epicentre was located at a depth of 10 km, CENC data showed.
-
Earthquake of magnitude 5.3 strikes Afghanistan's Hindu Kush region
World | Oct 01, 2026, 08:55 AM ISTA magnitude 5.3 earthquake struck Afghanistan early Thursday morning, according to India's National Centre for Seismology. The tremor occurred at 6:59:20 am IST at a depth of 126 km.
-
Tremors felt across northeast as 4.9 magnitude strikes Bhutan
India | Sep 19, 2026, 05:13 PM ISTAccording to the National Centre for Seismology, the earthquake hit Bhutan at a depth of 5 kilometres around 4.01 pm. The tremors were felt across the northeast, including Assam, but no damages were reported.
-
After flash floods kill over 1,300, Nepal shaken by 5.0 magnitude earthquake
World | Sep 08, 2026, 11:02 PM ISTNepal was hit by a 5.0-magnitude earthquake on Tuesday night at around 9:38 pm. The tremor struck late in the evening, with further details about its exact location, depth and any damage or casualties awaited.
-
Earthquake in Tibet: 5.0 magnitude quake jolts Nepal border town days after flash flood kills 1200
World | Sep 03, 2026, 02:41 PM ISTTibet was shaken by a fresh earthquake of magnitude 5.0 near the border with Nepal and Uttarakhand in India just a few days after catastrophic flash floods left more than 1200 people dead in Nepal alone.
-
What triggered Nepal's deadly floods? Here's what satellite images and experts reveal
World | Aug 26, 2026, 11:46 PM ISTNearly 100 people died and over 750 others, including 133 Indians, are missing after a massive flash flood originating in Tibet swept through central Nepal districts on Wednesday.
-
Japan earthquake: 5.9 magnitude quake rattles eastern region, 23 injured
World | Aug 23, 2026, 07:49 AM ISTA preliminary 5.9 magnitude earthquake rattled eastern Japan, including Tokyo, early Sunday. At least five people were injured, trains were delayed and a water pipe ruptured in Tokyo's Koto ward. No tsunami warning was issued.
-
Another strong earthquake hits Indonesia’s Northern Sumatra hours after 7.7 tremor
World | Aug 15, 2026, 07:36 PM ISTAnother strong earthquake of 6.8 magnitude hit Indonesia hours after a powerful 7.7-magnitude earthquake struck off eastern Indonesia early on Saturday.
-
7.7 magnitude earthquake leaves at least 38 dead in Indonesia; tsunami warning issued
World | Aug 15, 2026, 02:36 PM ISTThe earthquake, which has a magnitude of 7.7, hit Indonesia around 5.58 am on Saturday, leaving at least 38 people dead. Its epicenter was located in Ende in the East Nusa Tenggara province, with authorities issuing a tsunami warning.
-
Ladakh struck by 4.3 magnitude earthquake; second quake within hours
India | Aug 13, 2026, 10:45 AM ISTWhile the first earthquake hit Ladakh around 6.05 am on Thursday, the second quake jolted the union territory around 9.54 am. No damage has been reported so far.
-
Colombia earthquake death toll rises to 132, hundreds injured; President declares national emergency
World | Aug 11, 2026, 07:28 AM ISTColombia's President Abelardo de la Espriella has declared a national emergency, saying, "this government assumes with resolve, total readiness, and absolute commitment the comprehensive care of the victims and the reconstruction of the areas affected by this natural tragedy."
-
79 killed, several buildings collapsed as massive earthquake of 7.4-magnitude jolts Colombia
World | Aug 10, 2026, 11:57 PM ISTA 7.4-magnitude earthquake struck western Colombia, killing more than seventy people and collapsing dozens of buildings. The quake was centred in Choco and was felt as far as Bogota and neighbouring Ecuador.
-
Cat wakes up from sleep moments before earthquake shakes room in Japan, video goes viral
offbeat | Jul 29, 2026, 06:59 PM ISTA cat's split-second reaction before a powerful earthquake struck Japan has gone viral online. The animal suddenly woke up and scanned its surroundings moments before the room began shaking, sparking fresh debate over whether animals can sense earthquakes before humans.
-
Death count in Japan earthquake rises to 13, PM says racing against time to find missing survivors
World | Jul 29, 2026, 12:27 PM ISTAt least 13 have been confirmed dead in Kumamoto region, more than 90 hospitalised and search for survivors is still underway. Self-Defence Forces join rescue workers to deliver essentials at worst-hit areas.
-
Earthquake of 7.1-magnitude hits Japan, tremors felt across the country, tsunami advisory issued
World | Jul 28, 2026, 02:17 PM ISTThe quake was reported at the depth of 10 km (6 miles) below the sea surface, JMA said. No damage or injuries were immediately reported after the 4:29 pm quake. The quake was recorded in the western region of Kumamoto, about 900 km (540 miles) southwest of Tokyo.
-
Powerful 7.3 magnitude jolts Mexico, tremors felt in Guatemala, El Salvador; tsunami warning issued
World | Jul 17, 2026, 09:58 PM ISTThe US Geological Survey (USGS) said a preliminary magnitude 7.3 earthquake struck 48 km southwest of nearby Aquiles Serdan on the southern coast of Mexico. Tremors were also felt in parts of neighbouring Guatemala and EL Salvador.
-
Earthquake of magnitude 5.9 jolts New Zealand, tsunami advisory issued
World | Jul 16, 2026, 04:44 PM ISTThe epicentre of the earthquake was reported to be near Te Anau town of New Zealand. The country's National Emergency Management Agency said it has issued a tsunami warning for the coastal areas.