5.2 magnitude earthquake hits Ladakh's Kargil; tremors also felt in Jammu and Kashmir

Credit: DNA- Published 2 days ago
Ladakh lies in the Seismic Zone-IV, which means it is very highly susceptible to the occurrence of earthquakes. Lying in the tectonically-active Himalayan region makes the region even more prone to frequent tremors.

You are here


💡 newsR Knowledge: Other News Mentions


Kargil

Kargil

Town in Indian-administered Ladakh, Kashmir region
In a significant enhancement to the Indian Air Force's strategic airlift capabilities, the C-17 Globemaster-III made its first landing at Kargil airfield near..
Credit: IndiaTimes - Published 1 week ago


Himalayas

Himalayas

Mountain range in Asia, separating Indo-Gangetic plain from Tibetan Plateau

You might like