Mild Earthquake Jolts Delhi-NCR: 2.8 Magnitude Tremor in North Delhi

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News18•19-01-2026, 10:49
Mild Earthquake Jolts Delhi-NCR: 2.8 Magnitude Tremor in North Delhi
- •A 2.8 magnitude earthquake struck Delhi-NCR on Monday morning at 8:44 AM, with its epicenter in North Delhi.
- •The National Center for Seismology (NCS) reported the earthquake's depth at 5 kilometers.
- •No major damage or casualties have been reported, but the tremors caused panic among residents.
- •Delhi-NCR is located in Seismic Zone-4, making it susceptible to earthquakes, and experts advise preparedness.
- •This follows an earlier 3.4 magnitude tremor on January 14, with an epicenter in Gohana, Sonipat, Haryana.
Why It Matters: A mild 2.8 magnitude earthquake in North Delhi caused morning panic, highlighting Delhi-NCR's seismic vulnerability.
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