A magnitude 6.3 earthquake struck northern Japan on Friday evening in Pacific waters off Miyagi prefecture, according to the Japan Meteorological Agency. Despite the strong shaking, no tsunami warning was issued and there were no immediate reports of damage. NHK reported that nuclear power plants in Miyagi and Fukushima showed no abnormalities. East Japan Railway temporarily suspended shinkansen services. The quake follows a major April 7.7 event that triggered a tsunami alert, and JMA warned a larger quake remains possible.
A magnitude 4.1 earthquake struck Leh, Ladakh on April 30, 2026, according to the National Centre for Seismology (NCS). The tremor was recorded at 03:54:49 IST, with the epicentre at 36.722 N and 74.456 E and a depth of 150 km. Details on damage or injuries were not mentioned in the report.
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Japan has lifted its special advisory issued after a 7.7-magnitude quake off the northern coast. Officials say the immediate threat has passed, but they continue to warn that the country’s intense seismic activity means a larger earthquake remains possible. Residents are advised to stay alert despite the downgrade.
A magnitude 6.2 earthquake struck Hokkaido in northern Japan early Monday, sending tremors across the region. Authorities reported no damage or injuries and did not issue tsunami warnings. The quake comes days after a larger temblor triggered concerns about potential megaquakes, keeping residents and officials on alert.
A magnitude 6.6 earthquake rattled the Philippine Sea on Saturday, according to the National Center for Seismology (NCS). The quake was recorded at a depth of 65km, a detail that can influence how strongly shaking is felt. The NCS report shared coordinates and the exact time of occurrence via its X post.
A 5.2-magnitude earthquake struck Kamjong district in Manipur on Tuesday morning, sending tremors across the northeastern state and nearby areas. Officials said the quake’s epicentre was in a region known for seismic activity, leading residents to rush out of their homes in panic. An aftershock warning has been issued as people monitor further shaking.
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An earthquake of magnitude 4.4 struck Kachchh district in Gujarat early Friday morning around 4:30 am, according to the National Centre for Seismology. The quake occurred at a depth of 10 kilometres, with its epicentre near 23.65°N latitude and 70.23°E longitude, triggering fear and reports of sudden shaking among residents.
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