According to the Meteorological Office, the earthquake measured 5.3 on the Richter scale. The epicenter of the quake was north-west Kashmir, and occurred 10km deep.
The tremors were also felt as far away as Gilgit and Hunza.
There was no immediate report of any damage.
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