More than 700 Muslims killed in Myanmar earthquake, which struck during Friday prayers

[ad_1] MANDALAY, MYANMAR: A Myanmar Muslim organization says more than 700 worshipers were killed when the 7.7 magnitude earthquake struck the country at Friday prayer time during the holy month of Ramadan. Tun Kyi, a member of the steering committee of the Spring Revolution Myanmar Muslim Network, said Monday that some 60 mosques were damaged […]

Myanmar military bombs rebels even as nation struggles with earthquake aftermath

[ad_1] Min Aung Hlaing- Mayanmar’s military chief (AP file photo) Myanmar’s military junta has continued air strikes even after a massive earthquake hit the country. While some armed groups halted fighting to focus on the disaster, the junta carried on with aerial attacks, reported news agency AFP.The 7.7-magnitude quake struck Myanmar on Friday, killing at […]

7.1 Magnitude Earthquake: Tsunami warning lifted after 7.1 earthquake near Tonga in South Pacific

[ad_1] A powerful 7.1 magnitude earthquake struck near Tonga, leading to a temporary tsunami warning. The initial quake was followed by a 6.1 magnitude aftershock. Despite the alert and activation of tsunami sirens, there were no immediate reports of damage, and residents moved to higher ground as a precaution. TOKYO: A strong 7.1 magnitude earthquake […]

‘Heroes, sacrifice’: Nurses protect newborn babies during earthquake in China- Video

[ad_1] Nurses protect newborn babies during earthquake in China The Myanmar earthquake had shaken many countries like China, destroying several infrastructures, including medical facilities. One of the videos from China is going viral, showing nurses protecting newborn babies during the earthquake. In the video as the tremors of 7.7 magnitude quake felt, the nurses were […]

Myanmar earthquake released energy of 334 atomic bombs: US geologist

[ad_1] The deadly 7.7-magnitude earthquake which struck Myanmar on Friday had as much energy as more than 300 atomic bombs combined, according to a leading American geologist.“The force that a quake like this releases is about 334 atomic bombs,” geologist Jess Phoenix told CNN.She also cautioned that aftershocks from the earthquake, the death toll from […]

‘Blink of an eye’: Survivors recount Myanmar-Thailand earthquake horror

[ad_1] The survivors of the deadly Myanmar-Thailand earthquake that killed over 1,000 recounted how they escaped death while the structures collapsed in the “blink of an eye”.As they described the scenes of devastation, rescuers detailed the challenges of reaching those still trapped beneath the rubble of collapsed buildings.The series of quakes, with 7.7 magnitude being […]

Over 150 dead, rescuers search for survivors as earthquake hits Myanmar, Thailand: Top developments

[ad_1] A relative of a worker at a high-rise building under construction that collapsed in Bangkok, Thailand (left) and a building is damaged after earthquake in Naypyitaw, Myanmar. (Photo/AP) A powerful earthquake struck Myanmar and neighboring Thailand on Friday, destroying buildings, a bridge, and a dam. At least 144 people were killed in Myanmar, where […]

Magnitude 4.7 earthquake hits Afghanistan

[ad_1] An earthquake of magnitude 4.7 jolted Afghanistan on Saturday, according to National Center of Seismology (NCS).NCS reported that the earthquake took place at 5.16 am (IST) at a depth of 180 km. .“EQ of M: 4.7, On: 29/03/2025 05:16:00 IST, Lat: 36.50 N, Long: 71.12 E, Depth: 180 Km, Location: Afghanistan,” read a post […]

Myanmar earthquake: Photos, video show devastation as mosque and Mahamuni Pagoda collapse after strong tremors

[ad_1] Photos show the aftermath of a mosque and the Mahamuni Pagoda in Mandalay, Myanmar from powerful earthquake. At least three people were killed when a mosque in Myanmar’s Bago region partially collapsed during a powerful 7.7-magnitude earthquake on Friday. “We were saying prayers when the shaking started… Three died on the spot,” a resident […]

7.7-Magnitude Earthquake Hits Myanmar, Strong Tremors In Bangkok, 20 Dead

[ad_1] New Delhi: A 7.7 magnitude earthquake, and an aftershock of 6.8, hit central Myanmar at 12.50pm (local time) Friday. The epicentre was 16km northwest of the city of Sagaing, and at a depth of 10km, the United States Geological Survey said. 20 deaths have been reported – in Myanmar so far – by local […]