A powerful 4.4 magnitude earthquake struck northern India with its epicenter in Jhajjar, Haryana. The tremors — unusually long-lasting — shook Delhi-NCR, sending thousands rushing outdoors in fear. Shockwaves were reportedly felt as far as parts of Pakistan and Western China, making it one of the most widely-felt quakes of the year in the region. Delhi Metro was halted briefly. Full coverage of global reactions, local panic, and expert insights.

Heavy rain, strong winds and a powerful dust storm lashed Delhi in the early hours of Sunday, bringing the city to a halt. Widespread waterlogging led to major traffic jams and delays across the capital. In Delhi Cantt, shocking visuals showed a bus and a car submerged at a flooded underpass, underscoring the severity of the downpour. Key areas such as ITO, Dhaula Kuan, Subroto Park, Nanakpura Underpass, and Chanakyapuri also experienced severe flooding, compounding the chaos. The storm didn’t just cripple traffic—strong winds uprooted trees on Akbar Road, and power supply was disrupted in several parts of the city. Air travel was also hit, with 49 flights diverted between 11:30 PM and 4:00 AM. In response, Indira Gandhi International Airport issued a travel advisory for passengers. Thunderstorms, hail, and heavy rainfall combined to create a harrowing night for Delhi’s residents