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Time of India
a day ago
- Politics
- Time of India
Multi-agency drill to boost city's disaster preparedness
New Delhi: The national capital is set to host a drill aimed at bolstering emergency response for major calamities such as earthquakes and industrial chemical disasters, officials said on Sunday. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now The field-level drill will mark the culmination of the multi-agency Exercise Suraksha Chakra, designed to enhance emergency response coordination in the National Capital Region, covering 18 districts across Delhi, Haryana, and Uttar Pradesh, they said. Delhi Disaster Management Authority (DDMA) said the drill will simulate a major earthquake scenario and test real-time preparedness, inter-agency coordination, and public response mechanisms. All necessary preparations were made to conduct the drill smoothly in all 11 districts of Delhi. This is a crucial step towards building a resilient city capable of handling major disasters, an advisory from DDMA said. It urged citizens to cooperate fully and not to panic during the drill. It is a planned exercise and not a real emergency, it added. As part of the exercise, residents may witness increased movement of emergency vehicles, including ambulances, fire tenders, police vans and army trucks. Sirens and public address systems may be used to signal the start of the drill. Temporary facilities like incident command posts, staging areas, relief camps, and medical aid posts will also be established, the advisory said. Teams from the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF), armed forces, civil defence, Delhi Police and other stakeholders will carry out simulated rescue operations, casualty evacuations, and offer medical assistance to supposed victims, the advisory added. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now The exercise will begin on July 29 with a high-level symposium on disaster risk and strategic preparedness. A tabletop exercise (TTEx) will be conducted on July 30 to allow disaster managers to test their response plans in a controlled environment. The full-scale drill on Aug 1 will be the final phase, putting planning into action on the ground. The exercise will cover Gurgaon, Faridabad, Palwal, Nuh and Rewari in Haryana, and Ghaziabad and Gautam Buddha Nagar in Uttar Pradesh.
Business Upturn
22-07-2025
- Climate
- Business Upturn
Delhi-Haryana experiences another earthquake, second in 20 days
By Aditya Bhagchandani Published on July 22, 2025, 10:02 IST Residents of Delhi and Haryana were rattled early Tuesday morning (July 22) as a 3.2 magnitude earthquake struck Faridabad in Haryana at around 6 am, according to the National Center for Seismology (NCS). Tremors were felt across Delhi-NCR, though there were no immediate reports of injuries or damage to property. The earthquake occurred at a shallow depth of 5 km below the surface, with its epicentre at latitude 28.29°N and longitude 72.21°E, the NCS reported. This is the second earthquake to hit the region in just 20 days. On July 10, a 4.1 magnitude quake was recorded near Jhajjar in Haryana, close to Rohtak, at around 9:04 am, sending residents across Delhi, Gurugram, Faridabad, Noida, and other NCR cities rushing out of buildings in panic. That event, too, did not result in significant damage but highlighted the seismic sensitivity of the area. Why is Delhi prone to earthquakes? The Delhi Disaster Management Authority (DDMA) notes that Delhi lies in Seismic Zone 4, which is considered a high-risk zone. Its proximity to the Himalayan Belt, one of the most seismically active regions in the world, contributes significantly to the earthquake threat. The city sits near the boundary of the Indo-Australian Plate and the Eurasian Plate, where frequent tectonic movements occur. Additionally, the Delhi-Haridwar Ridge, a geological feature of the Indian Plate running beneath Delhi, can trigger intra-plate tremors, which, though smaller, are still strong enough to be widely felt. On July 10, the Android Earthquake Alerts System quickly notified users of the quake seconds after it struck. Residents reported feeling shaking for several seconds, which rattled furniture and swayed buildings. Safety advisory Authorities have urged residents to remain calm and adhere to earthquake safety guidelines. People are advised to avoid elevators, stay away from fragile structures, and move to open spaces in case of further tremors. Officials continue to monitor the situation closely and will provide updates if necessary. Ahmedabad Plane Crash Aditya Bhagchandani serves as the Senior Editor and Writer at Business Upturn, where he leads coverage across the Business, Finance, Corporate, and Stock Market segments. With a keen eye for detail and a commitment to journalistic integrity, he not only contributes insightful articles but also oversees editorial direction for the reporting team.
Hindustan Times
12-07-2025
- Climate
- Hindustan Times
Earthquake of magnitude 3.7 jolts Jhajjar, tremors felt in Delhi-NCR
Tremors were felt in Rohtak, Jhajjar and other parts of the state on Friday evening, with an estimated magnitude of 3.7 on the Richter scale. The epicentre of the earthquake was Jhajjar in Haryana, and the quake occurred at a depth of 10 km, according to the National Centre for Seismology. According to NCS, the earthquake struck Jhajjar at 7.49 pm at a depth of 10 Km. (HT File) Mild tremors were felt in Delhi and adjoining areas. According to NCS, the earthquake struck Jhajjar at 7.49 pm at a depth of 10 Km. Earlier, earthquake of magnitude 4.4 struck Jhajjhar district in Haryana on Thursday morning, according to the National Centre for Seismology (NCS). Strong tremors were felt in Delhi, Noida, Gurugram, Faridabad and adjoining areas. According to NCS, the earthquake struck Jhajjar at 9:04 am at a depth of 10 Km. Delhi is classified as Seismic Zone IV, according to the Delhi Disaster Management Authority. This zone is categorized as a 'High Damage Risk Zone' and indicates a high potential for earthquakes of moderate to high intensity.
Hindustan Times
11-07-2025
- Climate
- Hindustan Times
Earthquake tremors in Delhi, 2nd day in a row: Where was the epicentre?
Delhi and its adjoining areas felt earthquake tremors on Friday evening, July 11, for a second straight day. The 3.7 magnitude earthquake had the epicentre in Jhajjar district of Haryana. A working seismograph is shown in a display about earthquakes. (Representational image/Reuters) According to the National Center for Seismology, the earthquake struck at 7:49 pm and was situated at a depth of 10 kilometres in Jhajjar. Also Read: Earthquake today: Tremors felt in Delhi-NCR for second straight day "EQ of M: 3.7, On: 11/07/2025 19:49:43 IST, Lat: 28.68 N, Long: 76.72 E, Depth: 10 Km, Location: Jhajjar, Haryana," the National Center for Seismology wrote on X. The tremors come a day after Delhi-NCR region was jolted by an earthquake of magnitude 4.4 at around 9 am on Tuesday. The epicentre of Thursday's eathquake was also Jhajjar. The tremors were felt in Delhi, Noida, Gurugram, Faridabad and adjoining areas. Why Delhi sees frequent tremors? Delhi is not new to experiencing earthquakes. Earlier in February, the national capital region witnessed a 4.0 magnitude earthquake, located at a focal depth of five kilometres at 5:36 am. The Delhi Disaster Management Authority (DDMA) has placed Delhi in the Seismic Zone IV in the seismic zoning map of India. This zone is categorized as a "High Damage Risk Zone" and indicates a high potential for earthquakes of moderate to high intensity due to Himalayan earthquakes. Generally, the earthquakes in the city are of magnitude 5-6. However, an earthquake of magnitude 7-8 is an 'occasional' occurrence in Delhi. Moreover, several fault lines run near the capital region, including the prominent Mahendragarh-Dehradun Fault and the Delhi-Hardwar Ridge Fault. There are other weak zones and faults, including, Moradabad fault, Sohna fault, great boundary fault, Delhi-Sargodha ridge, Yamuna River lineament, Ganga River lineament, according to the National Center for Seismology. The shifts along these faults cause seismic events, triggering mild tremors in Delhi. Since 1720, only five quakes of magnitude 5.5 to 6.7 have been recorded in Delhi or surrounding areas.
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Business Standard
10-07-2025
- Climate
- Business Standard
4.4 magnitude earthquake hits Jhajjar, Haryana, tremors felt in Delhi-NCR
Strong earthquake tremors were felt in Delhi and the National Capital Region (NCR) on Thursday after a 4.4 magnitude earthquake hit Jhajjar in Haryana at 9:04 am, the National Centre for Seismology (NCS) reported. The tremors were reported in Gurugram, Faridabad, Noida, and adjoining areas. Tremors were also felt in Meerut and Shamli in western Uttar Pradesh, about 200 km from the epicenter in Jhajjar. In a post on X, NCS wrote, "EQ of M: 4.4, On: 10/07/2025 09:04:50 IST, Lat: 28.63 N, Long: 76.68 E, Depth: 10 Km, Location: Jhajjar, Haryana." Soon after the earthquake struck, the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) issued an advisory on X, sharing do's and don'ts. The NDRF advised the people to stay calm and not to panic. It also suggested they consult a structural engineer to make their houses earthquake-resistant. According to the Delhi Disaster Management Authority, Delhi is classified as Seismic Zone IV. It is categosied as a "High Damage Risk Zone" and indicates a high potential for earthquakes of moderate to high intensity. "Seismicity around Delhi appears to be associated with a major geological structure, which is known as the Delhi-Hardwar Ridge. It coincides with the extension of the Aravali Mountain belt beneath the alluvial plains of the Ganga basin to the northeast of Delhi towards the Himalayan mountain", Delhi Disaster Management Authority states. Speaking to ANI about the strong tremors, a Ghaziabad resident said, "I had woken up just at the time when there was a jolt. I was scared. There was another earthquake just a few days ago. Delhi-NCR experiences earthquakes quite often. So, we should be mindful of safety and precautions..." Another resident in Ghaziabad said, "The tremors felt quite strong...I was at a shop when it hit, it felt as if someone was shaking the shop."
