NEW DELHI – July 10, 2025: A 4.4 magnitude earthquake struck near Jhajjar, Haryana, at around 9:04 AM IST on July 10, 2025. It occurred at a shallow depth of approximately 10 km, making the tremors particularly noticeable.
- Residents across Delhi, Noida, Gurugram, Faridabad, Ghaziabad, and even further – Meerut and Shamli (about 200 km away)—felt the shaking.
- Reports indicate the quake lasted about 5–15 seconds, with many describing it as the longest tremor they’ve experienced in years.
- Fortunately, no damage or casualties have been reported so far.
The National Centre for Seismology confirmed the details:
- Magnitude: 4.4
- Time: 9:04:50 AM IST
- Epicenter: Jhajjar district, Haryana (~60 km from Delhi)
- Depth: 10 km
- Coordinates: ~28.63° N, 76.68° E
🌍 Why Delhi feels these tremors
Delhi and NCR sit in Seismic Zone IV, a high seismic-risk zone featuring several active fault lines:
- Delhi–Haridwar Ridge
- Delhi–Moradabad Fault
- Mahendragarh–Dehradun Fault, among others
These faults, combined with tectonic stress from the ongoing collision of the Indian and Eurasian plates, lead to frequent shallow quakes in the 4–5 magnitude range.
🛡️ What to do during a quake
Authorities like the NDRF and Delhi Police have reminded residents to stay calm:
- Drop, cover, and hold on until the tremor stops.
- Move away from tall furniture or windows.
- Avoid using elevators during or immediately after tremors.
- If indoors, stay put; if outside, seek open space.
- Drivers should pull over safely and remain inside the vehicle until shaking stops.
✅ Bottom line
- ✔️ A 4.4 magnitude quake rattled Delhi-NCR around 9:04 AM today.
- ✔️ No reported damage or injuries so far.
- ✔️ Reminder that the region is in a high seismic zone—it’s wise to review earthquake preparedness.
