Earthquake of 5.1 magnitude rocks northeast India, epicenter Mizoram

A moderate earthquake measuring 5.1 on the Richter scale shook Mizoram, adjoining northeastern states and areas bordering Myanmar on Sunday. There was no report of any damage or casualty, officials said. According to an official of the India Meteorological Department (IMD), the tremor hit Mizoram capital Aizawl, parts of the mountainous state and adjoining areas of northeastern states today.