A magnitude 5.7 earthquake struck Dhaka and nearby regions on Friday, causing widespread panic.
The epicentre was located in Narsingdi, north-east of Dhaka, at a depth of 10 kilometres, according to meteorological authorities.
A powerful earthquake measuring 5.7 on the Richter scale shook Dhaka and several other regions of Bangladesh on Friday.
According to officials, there have been no reports of casualties or damage so far, though the tremor caused widespread alarm, prompting residents to rush outdoors.
Meteorological officials stated that the epicentre, recorded at 10:30 am local time, was located in Narsingdi on the northeastern edge of Dhaka, at a depth of 10 kilometres.
Tremors continued for several seconds, forcing thousands of people to evacuate buildings and gather in open spaces.
Tremors were also felt in Kolkata, West Bengal.
(with PTI inputs)
