The epicentre of the quake was in Afghanistan at a latitude of 36.49 degrees north and longitude of 71.27 degrees east, at a depth of 165 km.

An earthquake of magnitude 5.8 on the Richter Scale struck Jammu and Kashmir on Thursday. Tremors were felt at around 4:19 pm. The epicentre of the quake was in Afghanistan at a latitude of 36.49 degrees north and longitude of 71.

A 5.8 magnitude earthquake struck Jammu and Kashmir at 4:19 pm, with its epicenter located in Afghanistan. There were no reported casualties or damage. While the quake's tremors were widely felt, officials emphasize the importance of earthquake-resistant construction,