5.9-Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Afghanistan; Tremors Felt in Northern India

A 5.9-magnitude earthquake struck the Hindu Kush region of Afghanistan early Wednesday, with tremors felt across northern India, including Delhi-NCR. The quake occurred at 4:43 a.m. IST, with its epicenter located at latitude 35.83°N and longitude 70.60°E, at a depth of 75 kilometers.

Residents in parts of Kashmir reported feeling tremors, prompting some to evacuate buildings as a precaution. However, there were no immediate reports of casualties or structural damage.

The Hindu Kush mountain range is part of a seismically active zone where earthquakes are frequent due to the region's complex tectonic setting. Afghanistan lies along the collision zone between the Indian and Eurasian tectonic plates, making it especially prone to seismic activity.

Authorities and humanitarian agencies are closely monitoring the situation, and further details are awaited.