5.7-Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Bangladesh: Tremors Felt Across Eastern India and Kolkata

Nov 21, 2025 05:11 pm CST

A 5.7-magnitude earthquake with its epicenter near Dhaka, Bangladesh caused strong tremors across eastern India, particularly in Kolkata and the Salt Lake IT sector. While Bangladesh reported six fatalities, no casualties were confirmed in India. The event highlights the seismic vulnerability of the region where Indian and Eurasian tectonic plates meet, prompting building evacuations and safety precautions across affected areas.