Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 09:23am on 27 Feb 2026,Friday Weather & Environment
A 5.4-magnitude earthquake struck around 1:22 pm IST, sending tremors across Kolkata and nearby districts. According to initial reports, the epicentre was located near the India–Bangladesh border, close to southwestern Bangladesh. Buildings swayed for several seconds, prompting residents to rush outdoors in panic. Offices and residential complexes were briefly evacuated as a precaution. Authorities confirmed that there were no immediate reports of casualties or major structural damage, though assessments were ongoing. Disaster management teams remained on alert while officials continued monitoring aftershocks and seismic updates to ensure public safety across affected areas. (PC: NDTV)
