An earthquake of magnitude 5.2 on the Richter scale jolted Pakistan in the early hours of Friday morning, as per the National Centre for Seismology. The epicentre of the earthquake was located at a depth of 135 km.&nbsp;"EQ of M: 5.2, On: 21/11/2025 03:09:12 IST, Lat: 36.12 N, Long: 71.51 E, Depth: 135 Km, Location: Pakistan," NCS wrote on X. Shallow earthquakes are generally more dangerous than deep earthquakes. This is because the seismic waves from shallow earthquakes have a shorter distance to travel to the surface, resulting in stronger ground shaking and potentially more damage to structures and greater casualties. Afghanistan, Pakistan, and northern India lie in one of the most seismically active zones in the world, where the Indian and Eurasian tectonic plates meet. The region frequently experiences moderate to strong earthquakes, often felt across borders due to the proximity of fault lines. Pakistan is among the seismically active countries in the world, crossed by several major faults. This collision zone makes the country highly vulnerable to violent earthquakes. Provinces such as Balochistan, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, and Gilgit-Baltistan lie on the southern edge of the Eurasian plate, while Sindh and Punjab are located on the northwestern edge of the Indian plate, contributing to frequent earthquake activity. Balochistan is located near the active boundary between the Arabian and Eurasian tectonic plates. Other vulnerable regions, such as Punjab, which lies on the northwestern edge of the Indian plate, are susceptible to seismic activity. Sindh, though less prone, is still at risk due to its location.&nbsp;&nbsp;Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

Shallow earthquakes are generally more dangerous than deep earthquakes. This is because the seismic waves from shallow earthquakes have a shorter distance to travel to the surface, resulting in stronger ground shaking.

An earthquake of magnitude 5.2 on the Richter scale jolted Pakistan in the early hours of Friday morning, as per the National Centre for Seismology. The epicentre of the earthquake was located at a depth of 135 km. "EQ of M: 5.2, On: 21/11/2025 03:09:12 IST, Lat: 36.12 N, Long: 71.51 E, Depth: 135 Km, Location: Pakistan," NCS wrote on X. Shallow earthquakes are generally more dangerous than deep earthquakes. This is because the seismic waves from shallow earthquakes have a shorter distance to travel to the surface, resulting in stronger ground shaking and potentially more damage to structures and greater casualties. Afghanistan, Pakistan, and northern India lie in one of the most seismically active zones in the world, where the Indian and Eurasian tectonic plates meet. The region frequently experiences moderate to strong earthquakes, often felt across borders due to the proximity of fault lines. Pakistan is among the seismically active countries in the world, crossed by several major faults. This collision zone makes the country highly vulnerable to violent earthquakes. Provinces such as Balochistan, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, and Gilgit-Baltistan lie on the southern edge of the Eurasian plate, while Sindh and Punjab are located on the northwestern edge of the Indian plate, contributing to frequent earthquake activity. Balochistan is located near the active boundary between the Arabian and Eurasian tectonic plates. Other vulnerable regions, such as Punjab, which lies on the northwestern edge of the Indian plate, are susceptible to seismic activity. Sindh, though less prone, is still at risk due to its location. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

Shallow earthquakes are generally more dangerous than deep earthquakes. This is because the seismic waves from shallow earthquakes have a shorter distance to travel to the surface, resulting in stronger ground shaking.

Earthquake measuring 5.2 on Richter scale jolts Pakistan

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An earthquake of magnitude 3.7 jolted Pakistan on Wednesday. It occurred at a depth of 170 km, according to a statement by the National Center for Seismology (NCS). In a post on X, the NCS said, "EQ of M: 3.7, On: 20/08/2025 02:38:23 IST, Lat: 29.86 N, Long: 71.09 E, Depth: 170 Km, Location: Pakistan."&nbsp;Similarly, an earthquake of magnitude 5.2 hit Islamabad, Rawalpindi, and several parts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on Tuesday, as per the Seismic Network of the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD)'s statement quoted by Dawn. It stated that the quake was experienced in Rawalpindi, Islamabad, KP's Peshawar, Swat, Chitral, and Abbottabad.&nbsp;In a press release of the PMD, it was confirmed that the quake originated at 10:20 am (local time) and the epicentre was the Hindu Kush region in Afghanistan, at a depth of 190km. The Provincial Disaster Management Authority of the Punjab reported that the earthquake was also experienced in the province's divisions of Bahawalpur, Dera Ghazi Khan, Gujrat, Faisalabad, Gujranwala, Lahore, Multan, Sahiwal and Sargodha, as per the Dawn report.<h3>No casualties reported</h3>KP's Rescue 1122 spokesperson Bilal Faizi confirmed that no casualties have been reported so far and no emergency has been declared.&nbsp;Pakistan lies on the three major tectonic plates that include the Eurasian, Arabian, and Indian, which form five seismic zones inside the country. The overlap of several fault lines makes tectonic movements a recurring phenomenon in the region.&nbsp;The Hindu Kush region, considered among the most active seismic zones in the world, lies at the meeting point of the Indian and Eurasian tectonic plates. Their ongoing collision frequently triggers earthquakes, including rare deep-focus quakes that can occur at depths exceeding 200 km, according to the US Geological Survey.Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/massive-earthquake-likely-to-hit-delhi-in-future-here-s-what-disaster-management-authority-says-1752125502901">Massive earthquake likely to hit Delhi in future? Here's what disaster management authority says</a>

Pakistan is a part of the three major tectonic plates that include the Eurasian, Arabian, and Indian, which have five seismic zones. The overlap of several fault lines makes tectonic movements a recurring phenomenon in the region.

An earthquake of magnitude 3.7 jolted Pakistan on Wednesday. It occurred at a depth of 170 km, according to a statement by the National Center for Seismology (NCS). In a post on X, the NCS said, "EQ of M: 3.7, On: 20/08/2025 02:38:23 IST, Lat: 29.86 N, Long: 71.09 E, Depth: 170 Km, Location: Pakistan." Similarly, an earthquake of magnitude 5.2 hit Islamabad, Rawalpindi, and several parts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on Tuesday, as per the Seismic Network of the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD)'s statement quoted by Dawn. It stated that the quake was experienced in Rawalpindi, Islamabad, KP's Peshawar, Swat, Chitral, and Abbottabad. In a press release of the PMD, it was confirmed that the quake originated at 10:20 am (local time) and the epicentre was the Hindu Kush region in Afghanistan, at a depth of 190km. The Provincial Disaster Management Authority of the Punjab reported that the earthquake was also experienced in the province's divisions of Bahawalpur, Dera Ghazi Khan, Gujrat, Faisalabad, Gujranwala, Lahore, Multan, Sahiwal and Sargodha, as per the Dawn report. No casualties reported KP's Rescue 1122 spokesperson Bilal Faizi confirmed that no casualties have been reported so far and no emergency has been declared. Pakistan lies on the three major tectonic plates that include the Eurasian, Arabian, and Indian, which form five seismic zones inside the country. The overlap of several fault lines makes tectonic movements a recurring phenomenon in the region. The Hindu Kush region, considered among the most active seismic zones in the world, lies at the meeting point of the Indian and Eurasian tectonic plates. Their ongoing collision frequently triggers earthquakes, including rare deep-focus quakes that can occur at depths exceeding 200 km, according to the US Geological Survey. Also read: Massive earthquake likely to hit Delhi in future? Here's what disaster management authority says

Pakistan is a part of the three major tectonic plates that include the Eurasian, Arabian, and Indian, which have five seismic zones. The overlap of several fault lines makes tectonic movements a recurring phenomenon in the region.

3.7-magnitude earthquake hits Pakistan a day after 5.2 tremor shook Islamabad

An earthquake of 4.8 magnitude hit Pakistan on Sunday (August 3), reported the National Centre for Seismology (NCS). According to the NCS, the earthquake occurred at midnight at 00:40 Indian Standard Time (IST). The depth is reported to be 10 kilometres. There are no reports of injuries or casualties. The latest earthquake in Pakistan occurred a day after a 5.4-magnitude quake struck parts of Pakistan, including Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Punjab, and Islamabad. &nbsp;Before that, an earthquake measuring 5.1 on the Richter scale struck regions in northern Pakistan. According to the National Seismic Monitoring Centre (NSMC), the epicentre of the previous two earthquakes was located in the Hindukush Mountain region in Afghanistan. ON Saturday, a 5.5-magnitude earthquake hit the Hindu Kush region of Afghanistan.

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<h2>Pakistan and earthquake</h2>Pakistan is one of the most seismically active countries in the world and therefore earthquakes in the country are mostly very destructive. Provinces such as Balochistan, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, and Gilgit-Baltistan lie on the southern edge of the Eurasian plate, while Sindh and Punjab are located on the northwestern edge of the Indian plate, contributing to frequent earthquake activity. The country's geography makes certain regions more prone to earthquakes, such as Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Gilgit-Baltistan. Balochistan is located near the active boundary between the Arabian and Eurasian tectonic plates. Other vulnerable regions, such as Punjab, which lies on the northwestern edge of the Indian plate, are susceptible to seismic activity. Sindh, though less prone, is still at risk due to its location. One of the most significant earthquakes in Pakistan's history happened in Balochistan in 1945.&nbsp;In May, Pakistan was hit by as many as seven earthquakes. The timing of these earthquakes coincided with Pakistan's tensions with India after Operation Sindoor and the Pahalgam terror attack. Speculations arose about the Pakistani Army's activities as tremors were felt in several places within a couple of days. From May 5 to May 30, Pakistani cities were struck by quakes of various magnitudes between 4 on the Richter scale to 4.4.&nbsp;&nbsp;

An earthquake of 4.8 magnitude hit Pakistan on Sunday (August 3), reported the National Centre for Seismology (NCS). According to the NCS, the earthquake occurred at midnight

An earthquake of 4.8 magnitude hit Pakistan on Sunday (August 3), reported the National Centre for Seismology (NCS). According to the NCS, the earthquake occurred at midnight at 00:40 Indian Standard Time (IST). The depth is reported to be 10 kilometres. There are no reports of injuries or casualties. The latest earthquake in Pakistan occurred a day after a 5.4-magnitude quake struck parts of Pakistan, including Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Punjab, and Islamabad. Before that, an earthquake measuring 5.1 on the Richter scale struck regions in northern Pakistan. According to the National Seismic Monitoring Centre (NSMC), the epicentre of the previous two earthquakes was located in the Hindukush Mountain region in Afghanistan. ON Saturday, a 5.5-magnitude earthquake hit the Hindu Kush region of Afghanistan.

An earthquake of 4.8 magnitude hit Pakistan on Sunday (August 3), reported the National Centre for Seismology (NCS). According to the NCS, the earthquake occurred at midnight

Earthquake of magnitude 4.8 hits Pakistan, no casualties reported

On Tuesday night, people in India, Pakistan and Afghanistan were in panic as a massive earthquake struck the Indian subcontinent. This comes as the recent memories of the devastating Turkey-Syria quake are still fresh. As per reports, the quake was felt in several other countries, including&nbsp;Turkmenistan, Tajikistan, China and Kyrgyzstan. According to officials, a strong 6.5 magnitude quake hit Pakistan and Afghanistan and caused&nbsp;over a dozen casualties, besides leaving several injured.&nbsp;

In India, people in the Delhi-NCR region rushed out of their homes as the earthquake hit. Several images and videos&nbsp;circulated on social media showed&nbsp;people standing on roads scared.&nbsp;

It's impossible to predict when an earthquake will strike. However, if you take steps, as advised by experts, during an earthquake they will help you to stay safe. Read on!

Take responsibility for your own safety first as in some situations, the first response might be delayed.&nbsp;

If you're INDOOR:&nbsp;

First, stay there and get under a desk or table and cover your head and neck with one arm or hand, and use the other to hang or hold on. However, if no shelter is available, move into a hallway or against an inside wall.&nbsp;

If you use a wheelchair or walker, make sure your wheels are locked and remain seated until the shaking stops. Stay clear of windows, fireplaces and heavy furniture, appliances.&nbsp;

If you're in the kitchen: Get out immediately as it can turn out to be a dangerous place and things can fall on you easily.&nbsp;

Don't run downstairs or rush outside while the building is shaking as you might hurt yourself.&nbsp;

If you're OUTDOOR:

Get into the open but away from buildings, power lines or anything else that might fall on you.&nbsp;

If you're DRIVING:&nbsp;

Stop your vehicle but be careful. Move your car as far out of traffic as possible, but DO NOT stop on or under a bridge or overpass or under trees, near light posts, power lines, or signs. STAY INSIDE your car until the shaking stops.

If you're in a MOUNTAINOUS AREA:

Watch out for falling rocks, landslides, trees, and other things that could possibly fall on you due to quakes.

On Tuesday night, people in India, Pakistan and Afghanistan were in panic as a massive earthquake struck the Indian subcontinent. This comes as the recent memories of the devastating Turkey-Syria quake are still fresh.

On Tuesday night, people in India, Pakistan and Afghanistan were in panic as a massive earthquake struck the Indian subcontinent. This comes as the recent memories of the devastating Turkey-Syria quake are still fresh. As per reports, the quake was felt in several other countries, including Turkmenistan, Tajikistan, China and Kyrgyzstan. According to officials, a strong 6.5 magnitude quake hit Pakistan and Afghanistan and caused over a dozen casualties, besides leaving several injured. In India, people in the Delhi-NCR region rushed out of their homes as the earthquake hit. Several images and videos circulated on social media showed people standing on roads scared. It's impossible to predict when an earthquake will strike. However, if you take steps, as advised by experts, during an earthquake they will help you to stay safe. Read on! Take responsibility for your own safety first as in some situations, the first response might be delayed. If you're INDOOR: First, stay there and get under a desk or table and cover your head and neck with one arm or hand, and use the other to hang or hold on. However, if no shelter is available, move into a hallway or against an inside wall. If you use a wheelchair or walker, make sure your wheels are locked and remain seated until the shaking stops. Stay clear of windows, fireplaces and heavy furniture, appliances. If you're in the kitchen: Get out immediately as it can turn out to be a dangerous place and things can fall on you easily. Don't run downstairs or rush outside while the building is shaking as you might hurt yourself. If you're OUTDOOR: Get into the open but away from buildings, power lines or anything else that might fall on you. If you're DRIVING: Stop your vehicle but be careful. Move your car as far out of traffic as possible, but DO NOT stop on or under a bridge or overpass or under trees, near light posts, power lines, or signs. STAY INSIDE your car until the shaking stops. If you're in a MOUNTAINOUS AREA: Watch out for falling rocks, landslides, trees, and other things that could possibly fall on you due to quakes.

Here are some safety measures you should take when earthquake strikes

A 6.4-magnitude earthquake jolted waters near Hualien County in northeast Taiwan at 21:56 Sunday, according to the China Earthquake Networks Center (CENC).

The epicenter was monitored at 24.2 degrees north latitude and 121.72 degrees east longitude, with a depth of 10 km, the center said in a renewed statement. A 5.6-magnitude quake had previously been reported by the center.

A 5.5-magnitude aftershock was reported at 22:13 in the same region, the center said in another statement.

The center earlier said that a 4.7-magnitude earthquake was monitored at 21:12 in the same area.

Taiwan&#39;s meteorological authority confirmed that a series of earthquakes hit Hualien, with the strongest measured at 5.8.

The first quake took place at 21:12 and was followed by at least six aftershocks.

Local residents in Hualien said they had clearly felt the quakes at home, while local media sources reported that the quakes affected four trains.

No casualties have been reported.

The tremors were also felt in parts of east China&#39;s Fujian Province.

The tremors were also felt in parts of east China's Fujian Province.

A 6.4-magnitude earthquake jolted waters near Hualien County in northeast Taiwan at 21:56 Sunday, according to the China Earthquake Networks Center (CENC). The epicenter was monitored at 24.2 degrees north latitude and 121.72 degrees east longitude, with a depth of 10 km, the center said in a renewed statement. A 5.6-magnitude quake had previously been reported by the center. A 5.5-magnitude aftershock was reported at 22:13 in the same region, the center said in another statement. The center earlier said that a 4.7-magnitude earthquake was monitored at 21:12 in the same area. Taiwan's meteorological authority confirmed that a series of earthquakes hit Hualien, with the strongest measured at 5.8. The first quake took place at 21:12 and was followed by at least six aftershocks. Local residents in Hualien said they had clearly felt the quakes at home, while local media sources reported that the quakes affected four trains. No casualties have been reported. The tremors were also felt in parts of east China's Fujian Province.

6.4-magnitude earthquake in Taiwan, no casualties

A powerful<a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/earthquake-jolts-delhi-tremors-felt-across-north-india-31299"> 6.1 magnitude earthquake hit northern</a> Afghanistan today.

No casualties were immediately reported in &nbsp;Afghanistan. The epicentre was near Afghanistan&#39;s Jarm which had witnessed a devastating earthquake in 2015.

Reports said the quake was felt as far as Pakistan where one girl was killed in Balochistan province and at least 15 injured.

Tremors were reported in Islamabad, Quetta, Karachi, Lahore including in parts of northern India.

Mild tremors were felt in Delhi-NCR including the Kashmir Valley, reports said.

The quake hit northeast Kabul in the Hindu Kush mountains, at a deep 180 km, the European Mediterranean Seismological Centre said.

Pakistan authorities have dispatched teams to Balochistan and Khyber&nbsp;Pakhtunkhwa province to assess the&nbsp;damage.

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Reports said the quake was felt as far as Pakistan where one girl was killed in Balochistan province and at least 15 injured.

A powerful 6.1 magnitude earthquake hit northern Afghanistan today. No casualties were immediately reported in Afghanistan. The epicentre was near Afghanistan's Jarm which had witnessed a devastating earthquake in 2015. Reports said the quake was felt as far as Pakistan where one girl was killed in Balochistan province and at least 15 injured. Tremors were reported in Islamabad, Quetta, Karachi, Lahore including in parts of northern India. Mild tremors were felt in Delhi-NCR including the Kashmir Valley, reports said. The quake hit northeast Kabul in the Hindu Kush mountains, at a deep 180 km, the European Mediterranean Seismological Centre said. Pakistan authorities have dispatched teams to Balochistan and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province to assess the damage. The quake hit northeast Kabul in the Hindu Kush mountains, at a deep 180 km, the European Mediterranean Seismological Centre said. (WION Web Team) ×

Earthquake hits Afghanistan, 1 killed in Pakistan