“Now with every gust of wind, the smell of dead bodies fills the air,” says Thar Nge, a resident of Sagaing – the city closest to the epicentre of the devastating magnitude 7.7 earthquake that struck Myanmar on Friday. The death toll has surpassed 1,700, with over 3,400 injured, a number expected to rise as rescue operations continue. Collapsed infrastructure, including the Ava Bridge, has hindered relief efforts, delaying aid to affected areas. Residents report a pervasive smell of decay as bodies remain trapped under rubble in sweltering 39°C (102°F) heat. Limited equipment forces rescuers and locals to dig through debris manually, shifting focus from saving lives to recovering and burying the dead. (PC: AP Photo & Politico)

A devastating 7.7-magnitude earthquake struck Myanmar near Mandalay, resulting in over 1,600 fatalities and extensive destruction. Rescue efforts are hampered by damaged infrastructure and ongoing civil conflict. Survivors face shortages of food, water, and medical supplies. International aid has begun arriving, with India launching 'Operation Brahma,' deploying 80 NDRF personnel and dispatching relief materials, including food, medicines, and shelter equipment. Despite these efforts, the situation remains dire, with many areas still inaccessible and the full extent of the disaster yet to be assessed. (PC: France 24 & Reuters)

A 7.1-magnitude earthquake struck southeast of Pangai, Tonga, on Sunday, triggering tsunami warnings for Tonga and Niue, according to the US Geological Survey (USGS). The Pacific Tsunami Warning Center cautioned that waves up to 1 meter above tide level could impact coastal areas. Authorities urged residents in low-lying areas to move to higher ground. As of now, there are no reports of casualties or major damage. Tonga, situated along the volatile Pacific Ring of Fire, frequently experiences seismic activity. This tremor follows a deadly 7.7-magnitude quake in Myanmar, which caused severe destruction and fatalities in the region.(Representative image)

A tragic landslide near Gurdwara Manikaran Sahib in Himachal Pradesh’s Kullu district killed six people, including three women, and left several others injured. The disaster struck around 5 PM on Sunday when a large tree, along with debris, collapsed on people sitting by the roadside. Victims included a hawker, a car passenger, and three tourists. The injured were rushed to Jari Hospital for treatment. Rescue teams, including police, district officials, and fire department personnel, are at the site managing relief efforts. Authorities are working to identify the deceased. Further updates on the incident are awaited. (PC: India Today)

A powerful 7.1-magnitude earthquake struck near Tonga, triggering a tsunami warning for the Pacific island nation, according to the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS). The quake, which hit about 100 kilometers northeast of the main island, Tongatapu, occurred at a depth of 10 km. The Pacific Tsunami Warning Center cautioned that hazardous waves could impact coastlines within 300 km of the epicenter. No immediate reports of damage have surfaced. Tonga, home to over 100,000 people, is vulnerable to seismic activity due to its location in the Pacific Ring of Fire. Authorities are monitoring the situation closely. (PC: Instagram/@travelzoli.btc)

A devastating 7.7-magnitude earthquake struck Myanmar near Mandalay on Friday, resulting in at least 1,700 deaths, over 3,400 injuries, and 300 missing individuals. Experts warn the death toll could surpass 10,000. Rescue operations are hampered by damaged infrastructure and ongoing civil unrest. Neighboring countries, including Thailand, also experienced tremors, with Bangkok reporting casualties and structural collapses. International aid is being mobilized, with India, China, and Russia dispatching relief materials and rescue teams. The United Nations has allocated emergency funds to support relief efforts. (PC: AP News & National Geographic)

A powerful 7.7 magnitude earthquake struck near Mandalay, Myanmar, on March 28, 2025, causing widespread destruction. Satellite images show collapsed buildings and shacks across Mandalay and surrounding areas. The earthquake has resulted in over 1,600 confirmed deaths, with the toll expected to rise as aftershocks continue. Critical infrastructure, including airports, highways, and bridges, has been severely damaged. The earthquake's impact reached as far as Bangkok, about 1,300 kilometers away. The disaster is considered one of the deadliest natural events to hit Myanmar in recent years. Relief efforts are underway. (PC: The Hindu)

A 7.7-magnitude earthquake struck central Myanmar on Friday, causing widespread devastation and tremors felt as far as Bangkok, Thailand. In Bangkok, a 33-story building under construction collapsed, resulting in at least 17 deaths, 32 injuries, and 83 individuals still unaccounted for, primarily construction workers. The building was a joint venture between Italian-Thai Development Plc and China Railway Number 10 (Thailand) Ltd., a subsidiary of a Chinese state-owned enterprise. Authorities have launched an urgent investigation into the collapse, questioning the structural integrity and construction practices involved. Rescue operations continue under challenging conditions, with thermal imaging drones detecting potential survivors amidst the rubble. (PC: Reuters)

A catastrophic 7.7-magnitude earthquake has devastated Bangkok and Myanmar, leaving over 1,600 dead. In Bangkok, rescuers work tirelessly to reach those trapped beneath twisted metal and rubble. Sniffer dogs search desperately, as every move risks further collapse. Myanmar, near the epicenter in Mandalay, faces heartbreaking scenes. At Wisdom Villa Private High School, at least seven people, including teachers and children, remain trapped. Yamin Shwe Zin, a teacher, called out for help: “I am alive inside. Please help me.” Her mother, waiting outside, clings to hope. As time runs out, families anxiously await miracles amid the destruction, their loved ones’ fate uncertain in this race against time. (PC: The Seattle Times & CNA)

A 5.1 magnitude aftershock struck near Mandalay, Myanmar, on Sunday, following Friday’s devastating 7.7 magnitude earthquake. The initial quake caused widespread destruction, collapsing buildings and infrastructure, including Mandalay’s airport. The death toll has surpassed 1,600, with over 3,400 people missing. Emergency teams have begun arriving in the hardest-hit areas, but their efforts are hampered by damaged roads, collapsed bridges, poor communication, and ongoing civil conflict. Residents of Mandalay panicked during the aftershock as rescue operations faced immense challenges in the aftermath of one of Myanmar’s deadliest earthquakes. (PC: Mint & Al Jazeera)