Earthquake of 4.8 magnitude strikes Nepal

Nepal experienced an earthquake of magnitude 4.8 in the early hours of Saturday, as confirmed by the National Centre of Seismology (NCS). The tremor struck at 3:59 am Indian Standard Time (IST), causing concern among residents in the region.

The earthquake occurred at a shallow depth of 10 kilometres, with its epicentre located at Latitude 29.17 N and Longitude 81.59 E, according to NCS data. While no immediate reports of significant damage or casualties have emerged, authorities continue to monitor the affected areas closely.

As of now, additional details on the extent of the impact are awaited. Local authorities and emergency response teams are on standby to assess the situation and provide necessary aid if required.


Stay tuned for more updates on this developing story.