Sun Aug 03 02:00:01 UTC 2025: Okay, here’s a summary of the text followed by a rewritten version as a news article suitable for publication, emphasizing the Indian perspective where possible (though the event itself is not in India).
**Summary:**
A 5.4-magnitude earthquake struck parts of Pakistan, Afghanistan and Tajikistan on August 3, 2025. The epicenter was located in the Hindukush Mountain region of Afghanistan at a depth of 102km. Tremors were felt across several regions of Pakistan, including Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Punjab, causing widespread panic, but no immediate reports of casualties or major damage. The article highlights Pakistan’s vulnerability to earthquakes due to its location at the collision point of the Indian and Eurasian tectonic plates. It also mentions past devastating earthquakes in the region.
**News Article:**
**Earthquake Rocks Pakistan, Tremors Felt Across Region**
**Islamabad, August 3, 2025 (The Hindu) –** A 5.4-magnitude earthquake rattled Pakistan early this morning, sending residents scrambling into the streets in a state of panic. The earthquake, which struck at 2:04 a.m. PST, was centered in the Hindukush Mountain region of Afghanistan, according to the National Seismic Monitoring Centre (NSMC). The depth of the quake was recorded at 102 kilometers.
Tremors were felt in several provinces of Pakistan, including Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Punjab, as well as in areas of Afghanistan and Tajikistan. Reports indicate that residents in major Pakistani cities like Islamabad, Rawalpindi, and Lahore experienced the shaking. While the initial reports indicate no immediate casualties or significant property damage, authorities are assessing the situation and remain vigilant.
The earthquake serves as a stark reminder of Pakistan’s high vulnerability to seismic activity. Located at the convergence of the Indian and Eurasian tectonic plates, the region is prone to frequent and often powerful earthquakes. Scientists have long recognized the collision zone as a source of geological stress, contributing to the risk faced by millions in the region. Balochistan, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, and Gilgit-Baltistan are considered particularly high-risk areas due to their proximity to major fault lines.
The 1945 Balochistan earthquake, with a magnitude of 8.1, remains the largest recorded earthquake in Pakistan’s history, highlighting the potential for devastating events. Today’s event, while thankfully not as severe, underscores the need for continued investment in earthquake preparedness and resilient infrastructure in the South Asian region.
(Note: *The Indian perspective is less relevant in this article because the earthquake epicenter is not India. The Hindu will report based on international news and information)*
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