7.0-Magnitude Earthquake Jolts Taiwan Again (Pic Credits: X)
On Friday, a 5.6 magnitude earthquake struck Afghanistan sending tremors across Jammu and Kashmir and surrounding regions. The quake was occurred near the Afghanistan-Tajikistan border at around 5:45 PM IST, at a depth of 10 kilometers.
Residents in parts of Jammu and Kashmir reported feeling the tremors, sparking fears due to memories of last month’s devastating earthquake. However, there were no immediate reports of casualties or property damage.
The recent quake comes barely a month after a 6.2 magnitude earthquake rocked southeastern Afghanistan on September 4, killing over 2,200 people and destroying villages. The earlier disaster had left communities in shock, as homes made of mud bricks and wood were unable to withstand the tremors.
Afghanistan lies in one of the world’s most active seismic zones, where the Indian and Eurasian tectonic plates collide. This collision creates immense geological pressure, causing the Earth’s crust to fracture and fold.
(This is a breaking news story..more details are awaited)
Sofia Babu Chacko is a journalist with over five years of experience reporting on Indian politics, crime, human rights, gender issues, and stories about marginalized communities. She believes journalism plays a crucial role in amplifying unheard voices and bringing attention to issues that truly matter. Sofia has contributed articles to The New Indian Express, Youth Ki Awaaz, and Maktoob Media. She is also a recipient of the 2025 Laadli Media Awards for gender sensitivity. Beyond the newsroom, she is a music enthusiast who enjoys singing. Connect with Sofia on X: https://x.com/SBCism
Pete Hegseth warned that Iran will face another round of major US strikes, signalling a…
Iran’s strike on Qatar’s Ras Laffan LNG hub amid escalating Middle East tensions has triggered…
West Bengal BJP 2nd Candidate List 2026: BJP releases 2nd Bengal list with 111 names;…
