An earthquake measuring 5.5 on the Richter scale struck Leh in Ladakh early on Thursday, according to the National Centre for Seismology (NCS). The tremor occurred at 6:05:15 am IST and originated at a depth of 10 kilometres, the NCS said. The earthquake's epicentre was located at latitude 36.881 and longitude 74.402.
There were no immediate reports of casualties or damage to property following the earthquake. Authorities are monitoring the situation and assessing any impact in the region.
Ladakh lies in a seismically active zone and frequently experiences earthquakes due to tectonic activity in the Himalayan region.
According to NCS data, the earthquake struck at a relatively shallow depth, which can often result in stronger ground shaking near the epicentre.
Further details are awaited.
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