KATHMANDU, Jan 7: An earthquake of moderate intensity was felt in Kathmandu and surrounding areas on Tuesday morning at around 6:50.
It has been confirmed that an earthquake with a magnitude of 7 occurred with its epicenter in China. Tremors were felt in Bangladesh, Nepal, India, Bhutan and China.
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Residents in Kathmandu described feeling the shaking, which lasted for several seconds, prompting people to rush outdoors as a precaution. While some buildings in the city showed minor vibrations, there have been no reports of structural damage so far.
Further updates will be provided as more information becomes available.