earthquake in Myanmar and Thailand

Survivors of Myanmar quake left without food, water and shelter, aid groups say

Aid groups in the worst-hit areas of Myanmar said there was an urgent need for shelter, food and water after anearthquake that killed more than 2,700 people, but said the country's civil war could prevent help reaching those in need. The death toll had reached 2,719 and is expected to rise to more than 3,000, Myanmar's military leader Min Aung Hlaing said in a televised address on Tuesday. He said 4,521 people were injured, and 441 were missing. The 7.7 magnitude quake, which hit around luncht...

March 28, 2025 2:52 PM

India offers assistance following 7.7 magnitude earthquake in Myanmar and Thailand

Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed deep concern on Friday over the powerful earthquake that struck Myanmar and Thailand, assuring India’s readiness to provide all necessary assistance to the affected regions. A massive 7.7 magnitude earthquake rocked Myanmar on Friday, followed by aftershocks of 6.4 and 4.9 magnitude within an hour. Tremors were also felt in Thailand, northeast India, and parts of China. In a post on X, PM Modi said, "Concerned by the situation in the wake of the Earthqu...