Earthquake tremors hit Islamabad and parts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, including Attock and Swabi, on Saturday.
According to the Seismological Centre, the quake registered 4.4 on the Richter scale, with its depth recorded at 14 kilometres.
Officials reported the epicentre was situated 11 kilometres northeast of the Burhan area in Attock district.
No immediate reports of casualties or property damage have emerged.
The tremors follow a stronger earthquake felt in various parts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa just a day earlier. The previous earthquake measured 5.6 in magnitude, at a depth of 73 kilometres, with its epicentre located in the Hindu Kush region of Afghanistan.
Earthquake tremors felt across Pakistan
Yesterday, earthquake tremors were felt in Peshawar, Islamabad and the surrounding regions.
An earthquake was felt in Peshawar, the capital of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP), along with several other districts of the province.
According to reports, tremors were also felt in Hangu, Kohat, Buner, Shangla, North Waziristan, Bajaur, Swat, Swabi and Upper Dir. The earthquake caused fear among residents in these areas.
Tremors were also reported in the federal capital, Islamabad and Rawalpindi on Thursday. Many people left their homes and offices in panic.
The earthquake struck shortly after iftar at around 6:07 PM. In Peshawar, Nowshera, Mardan, and other regions, people rushed outside as the tremors were felt.
Many left their iftar meals and began reciting prayers. According to initial reports, several cities across the country were shaken by an earthquake at the time of iftar. People rushed out of their homes and buildings in search of safe places.
The Seismological Centre said the earthquake measured 5.6 in magnitude. Its depth was recorded at 73 kilometres. The epicentre was in the Hindu Kush region of Afghanistan.
Tremors were felt in different areas of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, including Swat, Mardan and nearby areas, Lower Dir, Malakand, Chitral, Khyber, Bara, Jamrud, Landi Kotal and Tirah. The earthquake was also felt in Sargodha and the surrounding areas.
During the tremors, many people came out of their houses while reciting the Kalma. So far, there have been no reports of any loss of life or property.
Chaman Earthquake
An Earthquake jolted Pakistan’s largest province by area, Balochistan, near Chaman and the border connecting with Afghanistan.
According to the Seismological Center, the earthquake measured 3.6 on the Richter scale with a depth of 11 kilometers. The epicenter was located about 15 kilometers southeast of Chaman.
People came out of their homes in panic along with their families, however, no reports of casualties or damage were received.
KP earthquake
Earthquake tremors were felt in part of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, including Dir, Chitral and other surrounding areas.
As per details, the earthquake caused brief panic among residents; however, no casualties were reported.
According to the seismological centre, the tremors were also felt in Malakand and Landikotal and their surrounding areas.
The National Seismological Centre reported that the earthquake measured 5.7 on the Richter scale and occurred at a depth of 12 kilometres, making the tremors noticeable across a wide region.
The epicentre was located in the Hindu Kush region of Afghanistan, an area known for frequent seismic activity due to tectonic plate movements.
Residents in affected areas reported shaking that lasted for a few seconds, prompting people to come out of their homes and buildings as a precaution. However, no immediate reports of casualties or property damage were received.
Barkhan Earthquake
Earthquake tremors were felt in Barkhan and adjoining areas on the evening of December 17, 2025, causing panic among residents.
According to locals, the tremors were felt around 4:30 pm.
The tremors prompted the people to rush out of their homes in fear while reciting prayers.
Fortunately, no casualties or property damage have been reported so far.
Islamabad Earthquake
The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD), Islamabad, said the earthquake measured 4.2 on the Richter scale.
According to the reports, the depth of the earthquake was 25 kilometres.
The epicentre was located 27 kilometres northeast of Barkhan, at latitude 30.18 north and longitude 69.54 east.
The PMD said the situation is being closely monitored.
