Earthquake jolts Ladakh

An earthquake of magnitude 4.6 hit Jammu and Kashmir on Saturday, the United States Geological Survey said. It said a magnitude of 4.6 measured on richter scale 98km South West of Leh in Ladakh region.

The tremors were felt at 4:13 pm in the entire state.

There was no immediate report of any injury or destruction in parts of the state. Further details are awaited.

by KV Correspondent

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