Earthquake of 5.2 magnitude hits Andaman and Nicobar Islands

According to the Indian Meteorological Department, the epicentre of the quake, which occurred at 4:59 pm, was at a depth of 10km.

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PORT BLAIR: An earthquake measuring 5.2 on the Richter scale hit Andaman and Nicobar Islands on Thursday.

According to the Indian Meteorological Department, the epicentre of the quake, which occurred at 4:59 pm, was at a depth of 10km.

However, no damage or casualty has been reported so far.

Further details are awaited.