Earthquake in Delhi NCR: Earthquake tremors felt in Delhi NCR including Delhi, Noida and Gurugram on Saturday night as a 5.8 earthquake struck Hindu Kush region in Afghanistan. Delhi NCR is often hit by earthquake tremors around every 3-4 months. But have you ever wondered why this region witnesses frequent earthquakes? Eight states and Union Territories are in zone-5 and are at risk of earthquakes of the highest intensity. Percentage of India’s total landmass area in Earthquake Seismic Zone:Zone V: 11% (most active)Zone IV: 18%Zone III: 30%Zone II: 41% (least active)READ | Breaking: Earthquake tremors felt in Delhi, Noida, Gurugram

Source: dna August 06, 2023 03:30 UTC