Light mag. 3.1 earthquake - Jiribam, 7.8 km east of Imphal, Imphal East, Manipur, India, on Tuesday, Oct 20, 2026, at 04:19 am (Kolkata time)

Imphal, Manipur: An earthquake of magnitude 3.1 struck near Imphal in Manipur in the early hours of Tuesday, October 20, 2026, according to the details provided.

The tremor occurred at approximately 4:19 am Indian Standard Time (IST). The reported epicentre was around 7.8 kilometres east of Imphal, in the Imphal East region, with a recorded depth of approximately 40 kilometres.

The earthquake was classified as a light tremor. There were no immediate reports of the quake being felt by residents, and no information about damage or casualties was provided.

Manipur and the wider northeastern region of India are located in a seismically active zone, making earthquakes a recurring natural hazard in the area. Even relatively minor tremors can serve as reminders of the importance of earthquake preparedness and public safety awareness.

Residents are advised to remain alert to official updates from relevant authorities and follow established safety guidelines in the event of further seismic activity.