M4.6 Earthquake Strikes Northeast India

Tuensang, India — A magnitude 4.6 earthquake struck a remote part of northeastern India early Friday evening, the U.S. Geological Survey reports.

What happened:

The quake hit at 12:06 PM Central Time, about 91 kilometers east-southeast of Tuensang in Nagaland state, near the border region of northeastern India. It struck deep underground, roughly 117 kilometers below the surface.

What we know so far:

A quake of this size, that deep, rarely causes serious trouble at the surface. The USGS says there is no tsunami threat. So far there are no reports of damage and no felt reports have come in — at that depth, the shaking usually reaches the surface weak and scattered. No alert level has been issued.

Impacts:

No injuries or damage have been reported. Deep earthquakes like this one are common along the tectonic plate boundaries of South Asia and are typically felt lightly, if at all. Emergency officials in the region have not issued any warnings.

What to do:

If you feel shaking, drop to the ground, take cover under a sturdy table, and hold on until it stops. Stay away from windows and heavy furniture that can topple. After the shaking, check your home for gas leaks, cracks, or fallen objects. Watch for aftershocks, which can follow a quake for hours or days.

Source: U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), October 23, 2026.