Strong Earthquake Jolts Delhi-NCR, Tremors Felt for 10 Seconds

New Delhi, July 10, 2025 — A strong earthquake struck Delhi-NCR on Thursday morning, July 10, 2025, at approximately 9:04 AM IST, with tremors felt across Delhi, Noida, Gurugram, Ghaziabad, and Faridabad. According to the National Center for Seismology (NCS), the earthquake had a magnitude of 4.4 on the Richter scale, with its epicenter located near Jhajjar, Haryana, at a depth of 10 km.

Residents reported feeling the ground shake for about 10 seconds, prompting brief moments of panic as people rushed out of homes and offices. Social media platforms, including X, were flooded with posts from users sharing their experiences, with some asking, “Did you feel it?” and others expressing relief at the absence of immediate damage. The NCS confirmed no reports of casualties or significant property damage so far, but authorities are monitoring the situation closely.

The Delhi-NCR region falls in seismic Zone IV, indicating a moderate to high risk of earthquakes. Experts urge residents to remain calm and follow safety protocols, such as dropping to the ground, taking cover, and holding on during tremors. This is a developing story, and further details are awaited.

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