According to the meteorological department the quake measured 5.4 with its epicentre in the Hindu Kush mountain range and 170 kilometres deep.
The earthquake was also felt in Chitral and Malakand division.
There were no immediate reports of damage to property or loss of life.
This is a developing story and will be updated as further reports are received.
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