A strong earthquake of magnitude 4.0 struck Delhi-NCR early Monday morning at 5:36 AM, causing panic among residents. According to the National Earthquake Center, the epicenter was near Dhaulakuan’s Lake Park in New Delhi, at a shallow depth of just 5 kilometers. Due to its low depth and central location, tremors were felt strongly across Delhi and surrounding areas.People rushed out of their homes as buildings shook, and some also reported hearing a loud noise just before the tremors. Birds perched on trees flew away in distress. The earthquake’s coordinates were recorded at 28.59°N latitude and 77.16°E longitude.Though no immediate reports of damage or casualties have surfaced, the sudden tremor caused fear among the public. Authorities are monitoring the situation closely and urging citizens to stay alert for any aftershocks.