Earthquake of magnitude 4.6 jolts Pakistan

Pakistan (The Uttam Hindu): An earthquake measuring 4.6 on the Richter scale struck parts of Pakistan on Monday afternoon, triggering panic among residents. The tremors were felt around 1:26 PM IST, prompting people to evacuate buildings in various regions.

According to seismic data, the epicenter of the earthquake was located at a latitude of 29.12°N and a longitude of 67.26°E, with a depth of 10 kilometers. The shockwaves caused mild tremors but, as of now, no loss of life or major damage to infrastructure has been reported.

Authorities are monitoring the situation closely and have urged citizens to remain calm but alert. Disaster management teams have been put on standby as a precautionary measure.

The quake is part of ongoing seismic activity in the region, which lies in a seismically active zone. Further assessments are underway to evaluate any structural damage or aftershocks.