Earthquake Tremors Felt Across Kolkata and Northeast; Epicentre in Bangladesh

Earthquake tremors were widely felt across West Bengal’s Kolkata and several Northeastern states on Friday morning, causing brief panic among residents. According to reports, the tremors in Kolkata were experienced at 10:10 am and lasted for approximately 20 seconds. People across various parts of the Northeast also reported feeling the ground shake around the same time.

Reports indicate that the tremors were linked to an earthquake originating in neighbouring Bangladesh, where seismic activity was recorded minutes earlier.

Bangladesh Epicentre Recorded Near Narsingdi

According to the United States Geological Survey (USGS), a 5.5-magnitude earthquake struck near Narsingdi, Bangladesh, at 10:08 am. The epicentre was reported close to Dhaka, which triggered ripple effects across bordering regions, leading to tremors felt in India.

The earthquake’s timing closely matched the tremors experienced in Kolkata and the Northeast, suggesting a direct impact from seismic activity in Bangladesh. The intensity was strong enough for residents to feel noticeable shaking, though no structural damage has been reported so far.

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Tremors Also Felt in Pakistan and Afghanistan

In a separate seismic event, Pakistan recorded a 5.2-magnitude earthquake earlier in the morning, with tremors also reported in Afghanistan. However, there is no confirmation that the Pakistan-Afghanistan quake is linked to the Bangladesh quake felt in India. Both instances were reported individually in the same morning timeframe.

The Pakistan earthquake added to a morning of heightened seismic activity across the region, though no casualties or major damage have been reported in any of the mentioned locations.

Residents Share Videos and Screenshots on Social Media

Shortly after the tremors, social media platforms saw a surge of posts from residents in Kolkata, the Northeast, and Bangladesh. Users shared visuals of household items shaking, ceiling fixtures swaying, and computer screens displaying seismic intensity readings.

Several people posted screenshots from earthquake-tracking apps showing the magnitude recorded in their respective locations. These posts highlighted the suddenness of the tremors and how widely they were felt across multiple regions.

As of now, authorities have not issued any formal alert or advisory. Officials have also confirmed that no injuries, casualties, or property damage have been reported in connection with the tremors.

Multiple Regions on Alert but No Damage Reported

Though the tremors were strong enough to be felt distinctly, reports consistently indicate that the shaking was brief and did not cause structural harm. The 20-second movement experienced in Kolkata was described as mild to moderate by residents who shared their experiences online.

Seismologists and disaster management authorities are monitoring the situation, especially as two separate quakes were recorded in Bangladesh and Pakistan on the same morning. However, no information is currently available indicating any escalation, aftershocks, or further risk.

Local authorities in West Bengal and the Northeast are continuing to assess their regions, but the overall situation remains stable.

Developing Story

This remains a developing story, and more details are expected as authorities in India and Bangladesh analyse seismic readings and impact reports. Updates are likely as agencies continue to gather information on the tremors felt across multiple regions.

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