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Earthquake Hits Bangladesh, Tremors Felt In Kolkata, Adjacent Bengal Districts

February 27, 2026

A 5.5 magnitude earthquake struck Bangladesh on February 27, causing tremors to be felt in Kolkata and nearby districts, leading to widespread alarm among residents. The quake, recorded at a depth of 10 km, occurred at approximately 1:22 PM IST, with its epicenter located near Nayabazar, about 100 km from Kolkata. Fortunately, there were no immediate reports of casualties or significant damage.

Earthquake Hits Bangladesh, Tremors Felt In Kolkata, Adjacent Bengal Districts

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Key Highlights

Earthquake magnitude: 5.5 on the Richter Scale.
Epicenter located near Nayabazar, Bangladesh, about 100 km from Kolkata.
Tremors felt in Kolkata and surrounding districts at around 1:22 PM IST.
Tremors lasted approximately 10 seconds.
No immediate reports of casualties or damage.

India World

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Earthquake Hits Bangladesh, Tremors Felt In Kolkata, Adjacent Bengal Districts

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