Rescuers in Taiwan are facing formidable challenges in the aftermath of a devastating earthquake that struck the eastern county of Hualien. With the death toll at 12 and a dozen people still missing, the search operation is hindered by the looming threats of landslides and rockfalls. Despite the risks, rescuers are working tirelessly to bring ...

Taipei, the capital of Taiwan, was jolted by a powerful 7.2 magnitude earthquake on April 3, 2024. The tremor, originating from a depth of 34 kilometers (21 miles), rattled buildings and sent residents into a state of panic. As the city grapples with the aftermath, authorities are assessing the damage and coordinating emergency response efforts ...

A tragic earthquake has struck our neighboring country, Nepal, late Friday night. Originating in the Jajarkot district, this severe tremor, measuring 6.4 in magnitude, has caused immense distress. Sadly, it has resulted in the loss of 129 lives and has injured many others. In response to this calamity, Nepal’s Prime Minister, Pushpakamal Dahal ‘Prachanda’, immediately ...

The combined death toll from massive earthquakes that jolted Turkey and neighbouring Syria a couple of weeks back has crossed 47,000. Experts have raised concerns over another humanitarian disaster striking the quake-hit nations as millions of survivors are left homeless and struggling for basic necessities, including safe drinking water, shelter, and medical supplies. Amid the ...

India’s Union Health Ministry sent medicines and equipment worth ₹7 crore to Turkey and Syria under ‘Operation Dost’ as they were hit by a major earthquake. In accordance with the health ministry, India has provided essential care medical equipment and life-saving medications worth $7 crore to earthquake-stricken Syria and Turkey as part of Operation Dost. ...

On April 12, a magnitude of 3.5 earthquakes shook the national capital of Delhi at a depth of 8 km for a few seconds. Residents living in the Delhi-NCR region felt the quake at 5:45 pm. People were in a dilemma whether to step outside or stay indoors amid the coronavirus lockdown. The tremors were ...