Today, a powerful earthquake shook five countries, causing panic, including in India, Pakistan, Tajikistan, Papua New Guinea, and Tonga. The magnitude of the earthquakes ranged from 4 to 6.5 on the Richter scale. In particular, tremors were felt in Jammu and Kashmir’s Rajouri and Poonch districts in India, but thankfully, there have been no reports of any major damage or casualties.
In India, the earthquake tremors were felt in Jammu and Kashmir’s Rajouri and Poonch areas. Although no significant damage occurred, people rushed out of their homes in panic.
In Pakistan, an earthquake measuring 5.8 on the Richter scale struck. The earthquake’s epicenter was located in Tajikistan, at a depth of 10 kilometers. The tremors from this earthquake were felt in India, particularly in Jammu and Kashmir.
Tajikistan also experienced an earthquake late on April 11, 2025, with a magnitude of 4.2 on the Richter scale. The earthquake’s epicenter was located 110 kilometers deep underground and was connected to the earthquake that struck Pakistan.
Meanwhile, Papua New Guinea also experienced a quake in the New Ireland region. The earthquake, with a magnitude of 6.2, had its epicenter 72 kilometers below the sea near Kokopo. Fortunately, there was no significant damage, and the tremors lasted about a minute.
Lastly, Tonga also had an earthquake earlier today, with a magnitude of 5.3. Thankfully, there have been no reports of major damage in the region.
While the earthquake caused widespread fear in these countries, it’s a relief that there have been no reports of casualties or significant damage so far.
