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6.1-magnitude quake strikes Japan

Tokyo, Aug 29 (IANS) An earthquake measuring 6.1 on the Richter scale struck off the eastern coast of Japan's Aomori prefecture on Thursday, the weather agency said here, adding that no tsunami alert was issued.According to the Japan…

Mild tremors felt in Himachal

Shimla, July 29 (IANS) A low intensity quake was felt in Himachal Pradesh's Lahaul-Spiti district bordering Tibet on Monday, an official said here. No loss of life was reported.The earthquake measuring 4.3 on the Richter scale was…