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6.0 Magnitude Earthquake in Afghanistan Near Pakistan Border Felt as Far as Delhi

by News Analysis India
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A 6.0-magnitude earthquake struck eastern Afghanistan, near the border with Pakistan, late Sunday. According to the US Geological Survey (USGS), the epicenter was located near Jalalabad in Nangarhar province, with a depth of 8 kilometers. The tremors were felt across several parts of India, particularly in Delhi-NCR, as well as in Pakistan. Local health officials reported injuries, with 15 people being taken to local hospitals for treatment. Approximately 20 minutes later, a second earthquake with a magnitude of 4.5 and a depth of 10 kilometers occurred in the same province. This occurred at 11:47 PM local time on Sunday.

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