Date and Time: January 5, 2026, at approximately 4:17 AM local time (IST).

Magnitude: Estimated 5.6

Epicenter: 14 km from Morigaon, Assam, India

Depth: Not specified in initial reports (typical for regional events in this area: shallow, around 10–30 km).

Affected Regions: Tremors were felt across multiple countries, including:

India (primarily Assam, with strong shaking in Guwahati and surrounding areas)
Bangladesh
Nepal
Myanmar (Burma)
Bhutan
China

This earthquake occurred in a seismically active region of Northeast India, which lies in Seismic Zone V (very high risk). No immediate reports of major damage or casualties are available at this time, but assessments are ongoing in remote areas.

Stay safe: If in an affected area, check for structural damage, avoid damaged buildings, and follow local authorities’ advisories. Aftershocks may follow.