Massive 5.3 Magnitude Earthquake Jolts Kolkata: Tremors Spark Panic
A 5.3 magnitude earthquake struck near Kolkata at 1:22 PM IST on February 27, 2026, with epicenter 26 km southeast of Taki, West Bengal (22.451°N, 89.139°E) at 9.8 km depth. Strong tremors panicked residents, evacuating offices, homes, and high-rises amid swaying fans and rattling furniture. Panic and Immediate Response Videos
