Thu Jan 09 11:57:31 UTC 2025: **7.1 Magnitude Earthquake Devastates Tibetan China and Nepal**
**Kathmandu, Nepal/New Delhi, India – January 9, 2025** – A powerful 7.1 magnitude earthquake struck Tibetan China and Nepal on January 7th, leaving a trail of destruction and claiming at least 126 lives, according to Chinese state media. The quake flattened hundreds of homes, and injured 188 people in the affected regions of China.
Tremors were felt as far away as Kathmandu, Nepal; Thimphu, Bhutan; and Kolkata, India, underscoring the earthquake’s intensity. While the full extent of the damage in Nepal remains to be assessed, reports indicate widespread impact across the region. The Hindu is continuing to monitor the situation and provide updates.
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