5.1 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Bay of Bengal, Tremors Felt in Eastern India

The early morning quake was recorded at a depth of 91 kilometers with no reports of damage or casualties.

The earthquake occurred at 6:10 AM IST on February 25, 2025, with its epicenter located in the Bay of Bengal near Odisha's Puri.
Tremors were felt in Kolkata, parts of West Bengal, Odisha, and Bangladesh, causing momentary panic among residents.
The National Center for Seismology reported the quake at a depth of 91 kilometers, reducing the likelihood of significant damage.
No reports of casualties or property damage have surfaced, and the affected areas remain under observation for any aftershocks.
Social media users in the region shared their experiences, with hashtags related to the earthquake briefly trending online.