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Deep-sea quake in Bay of Bengal

IndiaTimes Tuesday, 25 February 2025 ()
Residents of Kolkata experienced moderate tremors measuring 5.1 on the Richter scale early Tuesday morning, originating from the Bay of Bengal. The quake, at a depth of 91 km, caused no reported damage or injuries but created momentary panic among the inhabitants.
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