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Earthquake Shakes Andaman and Nicobar Islands

Port Blair, Andaman and Nicobar Islands – November 9, 2025 – A moderate earthquake struck the Andaman Sea on Sunday, November 9th, 2025, sending tremors through the Andaman and Nicobar Islands. The National Center for Seismology reported the earthquake initially as a 5.4 magnitude event, while Andaman and Nicobar Islands Chief Secretary Dr. Chandra Bhushan Kumar stated the magnitude as 5.7.

The quake struck around 12:08 p.m. IST at a depth of approximately 90-96 kilometers. Tremors were felt particularly strongly in Mayabunder, Rangat, and surrounding areas in North and Middle Andaman.

While there were no immediate reports of damage or injuries, authorities have taken precautionary measures. “We have alerted all the agencies concerned, and standard protocols are in place,” stated Dr. Kumar. Tourists and fishermen have been advised to avoid venturing into the sea.

The epicenter was located approximately 96 kilometers north of Barren Island, home to India’s only active volcano. This uninhabited island lies at the volatile junction of the Indian and Burmese tectonic plates.

The Andaman and Nicobar Islands are located within the Alpine-Himalayan seismic belt, a region known for frequent seismic activity. Monitoring teams are actively tracking any further seismic activity in the region.

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