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Earthquake of 5.0 magnitude jolts Nicobar Islands

According to the Indian Meteorological Department, the epicentre of the quake, which occurred at 1:59 am, was at a depth of 10km.

Published: 22nd June 2018 08:43 AM  |   Last Updated: 22nd June 2018 08:43 AM   |  A+A A-

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By ANI

PORT BLAIR: An earthquake measuring 5.0 on the Richter scale hit the Nicobar Islands region on Friday.

According to the Indian Meteorological Department, the epicentre of the quake, which occurred at 1:59 am, was at a depth of 10km.

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

Further details are awaited.

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