Tripura Earthquake: 3.8-Magnitude Tremor Jolts Dhalai After Midnight

By Thetripurapost Desk, Kamalpur
Oct 04, 2026
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A 3.8-magnitude earthquake struck Tripura’s Dhalai district in the early hours of Sunday, October 4, sending brief tremors through parts of the region and causing momentary concern among residents.

According to the National Centre for Seismology (NCS), the earthquake occurred at 12:57:38 am IST. The seismic event was recorded at a depth of approximately 30 kilometres beneath the Earth’s surface. The NCS has classified the event as a reviewed earthquake.

Dhalai Earthquake Recorded at 12:57 AM

The earthquake was located at 23.757°N latitude and 91.995°E longitude, with the epicentre identified within Dhalai district of Tripura. The NCS data also indicates that the epicentre was around 43 kilometres northeast of Amarpur, Tripura.

The tremor occurred while most residents were asleep, and reports from parts of Dhalai indicated that the ground movement was felt locally. The sudden shaking prompted concern among some residents, although there was no immediate indication of a major emergency.

No Casualties or Major Damage Reported

There were no immediate reports of deaths or injuries following the earthquake. Authorities also had not reported significant damage to houses, public infrastructure or other properties at the time of reporting.

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No major disruption has been reported in the affected areas so far. Officials and agencies continue to monitor the situation for any further information regarding the impact of the tremor.

National Centre for Seismology Confirms Tripura Quake

The National Centre for Seismology, under the Ministry of Earth Sciences, officially recorded the earthquake and published its seismic parameters. The agency's reviewed record confirms the magnitude, location, origin time and depth of the Dhalai earthquake.

The latest tremor comes amid continuing seismic activity across the wider Northeast and neighbouring regions, an area where earthquakes are regularly monitored because of its active tectonic setting.

Tripura Earthquake Latest Update

For residents of Dhalai and nearby areas, the immediate situation remains calm, with no confirmed reports of casualties or structural damage from Sunday's earthquake.

Further information would be expected if authorities receive fresh reports concerning the impact of the tremor.

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