A moderate earthquake rattled Dhaka and some northeastern parts of the country in the early hours of Wednesday, causing momentary panic but no reported casualties.

According to the European-Mediterranean Seismological Centre (EMSC), the tremor struck at 2:24am and measured 5.2 on the Richter scale.


The epicentre was located near Moirang in Manipur, India, approximately 39km from the state capital, Imphal.

The earthquake originated at a shallow depth of 47km, amplifying its effects across a wide region, including northeastern parts of Bangladesh and the capital, Dhaka.

The United States Geological Survey (USGS) also recorded the event, placing the epicentre at 24.49°N latitude.

Residents in Dhaka, Sylhet and surrounding districts reported light shaking, but there were no immediate reports of damage or injuries.