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Share burden of war cost: Govt to India Inc Webmaster 1 hour ago

A senior government official urged industry representatives to absorb some of the rising raw material costs instead of passing them entirely to consumers. This statement comes as ministries address supply chain disruptions, particularly concerning packaging materials for essential goods like food and drugs, due to the West Asia conflict.

Source: Share burden of war cost: Govt to India Inc

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SPC - No watches are valid as of Fri Apr 10 21:53:02 UTC 2026 Webmaster 1 hour ago

SPC - No watches are valid as of Fri Apr 10 21:53:02 UTC 2026
No watches are valid as of Fri Apr 10 21:53:02 UTC 2026.
https://www.spc.noaa.gov/products/watch/

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SPC MD 376 Webmaster 1 hour ago

SPC MD 376
MD 0376 CONCERNING SEVERE POTENTIAL...WATCH UNLIKELY FOR EASTERN NEW MEXICO INTO THE TEXAS/OKLAHOMA PANHANDLES



Mesoscale Discussion 0376
NWS Storm Prediction Center Norman OK
0451 PM CDT Fri Apr 10 2026

Areas affected...Eastern New Mexico into the Texas/Oklahoma
Panhandles

Concerning...Severe potential...Watch unlikely 

Valid 102151Z - 102345Z

Probability of Watch Issuance...20 percent

SUMMARY...Marginally severe thunderstorms across portions of eastern
New Mexico into the Texas and Oklahoma Panhandles will persist late
this afternoon into the evening hours. These storms will primarily
be capable of damaging wind gusts and 1.00-1.25 inch hail. No
weather watch issuance is anticipated at this time.

DISCUSSION...Thunderstorms have developed in the vicinity and south
of a surface cold front currently oriented east-west across portions
of the Oklahoma and Texas Panhandles. Storms along and immediately
south of the boundary will have support for at least some convective
organization due to modest deep-layer shear of 35-40 kts, while
further to the south and into eastern New Mexico, storms have
primarily developed in deep/dry boundary layers with steep low-level
lapse rates. All storms will be capable of some severe wind gusts
and 1.00-1.25 in hail, with the greatest threat for organized severe
storms being along and immediately south of the surface cold front.
Thunderstorms in the deep/dry boundary layers further south are more
likely to remain disorganized, but are capable of downbursts owing
to the steep low-level lapse rates and tall LCL heights in excess of
2 km. No WW issuance is anticipated at this time.

..Halbert/Thompson.. 04/10/2026

...Please see www.spc.noaa.gov for graphic product...

ATTN...WFO...LUB...AMA...MAF...ABQ...EPZ...

LAT...LON   35130532 35530527 36070488 36450336 36650154 36560058
            36370020 35860023 35340101 34520268 33970339 33270399
            32970463 32940513 33290552 33700550 34060547 35130532 

MOST PROBABLE PEAK WIND GUST...UP TO 60 MPH
MOST PROBABLE PEAK HAIL SIZE...UP TO 1.25 IN

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SPC MD 374 Webmaster 1 hour ago

SPC MD 374
MD 0374 CONCERNING SEVERE POTENTIAL...WATCH UNLIKELY FOR PARTS OF NORTHWEST/WEST CENTRAL OKLAHOMA



Mesoscale Discussion 0374
NWS Storm Prediction Center Norman OK
0228 PM CDT Fri Apr 10 2026

Areas affected...parts of northwest/west central Oklahoma

Concerning...Severe potential...Watch unlikely 

Valid 101928Z - 102200Z

Probability of Watch Issuance...20 percent

SUMMARY...Intensifying thunderstorm development appears probable
southwest through west-northwest of the Enid OK vicinity through 3-5
PM CDT, with stronger storms posing a risk for small to marginally
severe hail and localized strong wind gusts.

DISCUSSION...Insolation appears to have contribute to moderate
boundary-layer destabilization (including CAPE up to 2000 J/kg)
along the western flank of stalled/slow moving convective outflow to
the north through west-northwest of the Greater Oklahoma City area. 
As destabilization continues, and mid-level inhibition erodes,
deepening convective development is underway in a corridor southwest
of Enid into areas near/south of Gage OK.  Further intensification
into increasing thunderstorm development appears probable through
the next couple of hours, perhaps aided by forcing for ascent
associated with weak low-level warm advection.

Vertical shear across this region will remain quite weak, in the
presence of westerly deep-layer mean flow on the order of 10-15 kt. 
However, thermodynamic profiles may be cool enough, with modestly
steep lower/mid-tropospheric lapse rates, to support small to
marginally severe hail in occasional stronger updraft pulses.  A
couple of strong downbursts also appear possible, but the evolution
of a mesoscale convective vortex with consolidating, sustained
vigorous thunderstorm development will probably be needed to support
a more appreciable risk for damaging wind gusts.  Potential for this
currently seems low, but perhaps not out of the question.

..Kerr/Mosier.. 04/10/2026

...Please see www.spc.noaa.gov for graphic product...

ATTN...WFO...OUN...

LAT...LON   36259966 36289847 36059718 35719714 35359739 35539862
            35789968 36259966 

MOST PROBABLE PEAK WIND GUST...55-70 MPH
MOST PROBABLE PEAK HAIL SIZE...UP TO 1.25 IN

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SPC MD 375 Webmaster 1 hour ago

SPC MD 375
MD 0375 CONCERNING SEVERE POTENTIAL...WATCH UNLIKELY FOR PORTIONS OF CENTRAL CALIFORNIA



Mesoscale Discussion 0375
NWS Storm Prediction Center Norman OK
0348 PM CDT Fri Apr 10 2026

Areas affected...portions of central California

Concerning...Severe potential...Watch unlikely 

Valid 102048Z - 102245Z

Probability of Watch Issuance...5 percent

SUMMARY...An instance of hail or perhaps a brief tornado may
accompany the stronger storms that manage to develop this afternoon.
However, the severe threat should remain sparse.

DISCUSSION...Widespread clouds, rainfall, and occasional
thunderstorms have overspread the central and northern CA Valley
region through much of the day, inhibiting destabilization to a
degree. However, some breaks in the clouds have allowed surface
temperatures to reach into the mid 60s to low 70s F, amid 50 F
dewpoints over the lower Sacramento Valley into the San Joaquin
Valley. 20Z mesoanalysis depicts MLCAPE exceeding 500 J/kg, with
just over 150 J/kg CAPE in the 0-3 km layer. With continued
heating/destabilization, multicells and low-topped supercells should
develop. Given some low-level vertically oriented vorticity present
in the Valley areas, any supercell that can become sustained may
ingest this vorticity and produce a brief tornado, in addition to
some hail. Nonetheless, the severe threat will be quite isolated at
best, so a WW issuance is not expected.

..Squitieri/Mosier.. 04/10/2026

...Please see www.spc.noaa.gov for graphic product...

ATTN...WFO...HNX...STO...

LAT...LON   36782046 37762115 38342143 38552135 38652113 38592084
            38372056 38022021 37721997 37401976 37161969 36951978
            36862008 36782046 

MOST PROBABLE PEAK TORNADO INTENSITY...UP TO 95 MPH
MOST PROBABLE PEAK WIND GUST...UP TO 60 MPH
MOST PROBABLE PEAK HAIL SIZE...UP TO 1.25 IN

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Mahatma Jyotirao Phule: A light that still shows India the way Webmaster 1 hour ago

Today marks the beginning of Mahatma Jyotirao Phule's 200th birth anniversary celebrations. A pioneer of social reform, Phule championed education for all, especially girls, and founded the Satyashodhak Samaj to fight for equal rights and social justice. His unwavering commitment to the marginalized continues to inspire India's progress.

Source: Mahatma Jyotirao Phule: A light that still shows India the way

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https://www.volcanodiscovery.com/earthquake/news/299645/World-Earthquake-Report-for-Friday-10-April-2026.html

World Earthquake Report for Friday, 10 April 2026 Webmaster 1 hour ago

World Earthquake Report for Friday, 10 April 2026

Worldwide earthquakes above magnitude 3 during the past 24 hours on 10 Apr 2026

Summary: 5 quakes 5.0+, 43 quakes 4.0+, 171 quakes 3.0+, 382 quakes 2.0+ (601 total)
This report is being updated every hour.
Magnitude 5+: 5 earthquakes
Magnitude 4+: 43 earthquakes
Magnitude 3+: 171 earthquakes
Magnitude 2+: 382 earthquakes
No quakes of magnitude 6 or higher

10 largest earthquakes in the world (past 24 hours)

#1: Mag 5.2 South Atlantic Ocean, 56 km west of Elephant Island, Antarctica

Thursday, Apr 9, 2026, at 05:59 pm (GMT -4) -

#2: Mag 5.1 Philippine Sea, Japan

Friday, Apr 10, 2026, at 11:25 am (GMT +9) -

#3: Mag 5.1 Kabupaten Lebong, 52 km north of Bengkulu, Kota Bengkulu, Bengkulu, Indonesia

Friday, Apr 10, 2026, at 06:08 pm (Jakarta time) -

#4: Mag 5.0 South Pacific Ocean, 17 km north of Hihifo, Niuas, Tonga

Friday, Apr 10, 2026, at 04:06 pm (Tongatapu time) -

#5: Mag 5.0 Gisborne, New Zealand

Saturday, Apr 11, 2026, at 12:08 am (GMT +12) -

#6: Mag 4.9 South Pacific Ocean, New Zealand

Friday, Apr 10, 2026, at 08:17 pm (GMT +12) -

#7: Mag 4.9 62 mi south of King Cove, Aleutians East Borough, Alaska, United States

Friday, Apr 10, 2026, at 04:50 am (GMT -8) -

#8: Mag 4.7 Philippine Sea, 50 km southeast of Sonsorol Village, State of Sonsorol, Palau

Friday, Apr 10, 2026, at 10:15 pm (GMT +9) -

#9: Mag 4.7 143 km northwest of Korla, Xinjiang, China

Friday, Apr 10, 2026, at 06:25 am (GMT +8) -

#10: Mag 4.6 Provinsi Papua Barat, 86 km west of Waisai, Indonesia

Saturday, Apr 11, 2026, at 05:00 am (GMT +9) -

Earthquakes reported felt

#1: Mag 4.5 South Pacific Ocean, Lima region, 109 km southeast of Lima, Lima Province, Peru - 27 reports

Thursday, Apr 9, 2026, at 06:57 pm (Lima time) -

#2: Mag 3.5 21 km west of Ioannina, Ioannina, Epirus, Greece - 20 reports

Friday, Apr 10, 2026, at 12:30 am (GMT +3) -

#3: Mag 2.8 38 km south of Sankt Gallen, Switzerland - 14 reports

Friday, Apr 10, 2026, at 09:02 am (GMT +2) -

#4: Mag 3.1 20 km southwest of Ioannina, Ioannina, Epirus, Greece - 9 reports

Friday, Apr 10, 2026, at 01:43 am (GMT +3) -

#5: Mag 3.6 21 km north of Pátrai, Achaea, West Greece, Greece - 8 reports

Friday, Apr 10, 2026, at 08:35 am (Athens time) -

#6: Mag 2.5 1.4 km south of Brest, Finistère, Bretagne, France - 5 reports

Friday, Apr 10, 2026, at 12:30 pm (GMT +2) -

#7: Mag 3.0 20 km northwest of Ioannina, Ioannina, Epirus, Greece - 4 reports

Friday, Apr 10, 2026, at 12:56 am (GMT +3) -

#8: Mag 5.1 Kabupaten Lebong, 52 km north of Bengkulu, Kota Bengkulu, Bengkulu, Indonesia - 4 reports

Friday, Apr 10, 2026, at 06:08 pm (Jakarta time) -

#9: Mag 4.1 South China Sea, 36 km north of Santiago Island, Philippines - 2 reports

Friday, Apr 10, 2026, at 08:00 pm (GMT +8) -

#10: Mag 5.1 Philippine Sea, Japan - 2 reports

Friday, Apr 10, 2026, at 11:25 am (GMT +9) -

#11: Mag 4.2 99 km NE of San Pedro De Atacama, Chile - 2 reports

Friday, Apr 10, 2026, at 07:49 am (La Paz time) -

#12: Mag 4.4 Departamento de Coronel Felipe Varela, 80 km southwest of Chilecito, Departamento de Chilecito, La Rioja Province, Argentina - 2 reports

Thursday, Apr 9, 2026, at 11:09 pm (La Rioja time) -

Earthquake stats

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Army delayed strike during Op Sindoor at terror camps to respect namaz: General Webmaster 2 hours ago

Indian Army chief General Upendra Dwivedi revealed Operation Sindoor's strike was deliberately delayed last year. Commanders ensured the operation avoided disrupting 'namaz' prayers at a terrorist camp, choosing a time when no one was engaged in worship. This flexible timing demonstrated a unique consideration, prioritizing a specific prayer period before executing the mission.

Source: Army delayed strike during Op Sindoor at terror camps to respect namaz: General

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Volcano earthquake report for Friday, 10 Apr 2026 Webmaster 2 hours ago

Volcano earthquake report for Friday, 10 Apr 2026

World map showing volcanoes with shallow (less than 50 km) earthquakes within 20 km radius during the past 24 hours on 10 Apr 2026 Number in brackets indicate nr of quakes.

Quakes detected near: Akyarlar (3 quakes between mag 1.8-2.2), Bardarbunga (6 quakes between mag 0.1-1.0), Bibinoi (1 quake mag 2.4), Clear Lake (28 quakes between mag 0.2-2.2), El Chichón (5 quakes between mag 1.8-2.3), Grímsvötn (2 quakes between mag 0.3-1.8)
Hrómundartindur (8 quakes between mag 0.0-1.5), Hulubelu (4 quakes between mag 2.1-2.2), Iliboleng (4 quakes between mag 2.1-4.3), Katla (2 quakes between mag 0.8-1.6), Kilauea (19 quakes between mag 1.0-2.6), Kolumbo (1 quake mag 2.4), La Palma (1 quake mag 1.5), Laacher See (1 quake mag 3.0), Loihi (1 quake mag 2.1), Martin (1 quake mag 1.9), Okataina (Tarawera) (1 quake mag 1.6), Ruapehu (1 quake mag 1.1), Sandal (1 quake mag 1.2), Socompa (1 quake mag 3.0), Stepovak Bay 4 (1 quake mag 2.2), Taranaki (1 quake mag 1.2), Tindfjallajökull (1 quake mag 1.1) (updated 20h50)

Note: Earthquakes within 20 km from and at depths less than 50 km under active volcanoes are reported. The list is not complete because many volcanoes are not monitored and/or seismic data in high resolution is not available publicly.

Volcanoes with recent earthquakes above magnitude 2 or more than 10 quakes are listed below:

Akyarlar volcano (Turkey): 3 earthquakes up to magnitude 2.2

3 earthquakes occurred near (under) the volcano during 11 minutes, the last being recorded quake 7 hours ago. Hypocenter depths ranged between 13.90 and 8.00 km.
Earthquake details:
2.2 quake Aegean Sea, 17 km east of Nisi Kos Island, Dodecanese, South Aegean, Greece, Apr 10, 2026 04:15 pm (GMT +3) (17 km S)
1.8 quake Aegean Sea, 11 km east of Nisi Kos Island, Dodecanese, South Aegean, Greece, Apr 10, 2026 04:27 pm (GMT +3) (19 km SSW)
1.8 quake Aegean Sea, 17 km east of Nisi Kos Island, Dodecanese, South Aegean, Greece, Apr 10, 2026 04:16 pm (GMT +3) (16 km S)
All earthquakes at Akyarlar

Bibinoi volcano (Halmahera): magnitude 2.4 earthquake

A magnitude 2.4 earthquake occurred at the volcano 7 hours ago. The quake, which might be volcanic in origin, was located at a depth of 10.00 km depth at 11 km distance NNE from the volcano.
Earthquake details:
2.4 quake Maluku Sea, 32 km east of Labuha, Indonesia, Apr 10, 2026 10:48 pm (GMT +9) (11 km NNE)
All earthquakes at Bibinoi

Kolumbo volcano (Greece): magnitude 2.4 earthquake

A magnitude 2.4 earthquake occurred at the volcano 17 hours ago. The quake, which might be volcanic in origin, was located at a depth of 15.00 km depth at 12 km distance ENE from the volcano.
Earthquake details:
2.4 quake Aegean Sea, 21 km northeast of Santorini Island, Greece, Apr 10, 2026 07:01 am (GMT +3) (12 km ENE)
All earthquakes at Kolumbo

Laacher See volcano (Germany): magnitude 3.0 earthquake

A magnitude 3.0 earthquake occurred at the volcano 10 hours ago. The quake, which might be volcanic in origin, was located at a depth of 10.00 km depth at 18 km distance SE from the volcano.
Earthquake details:
Reported seismic-like event (likely no quake): 8.8 km southwest of Koblenz, Germany, Apr 10, 2026 01:13 pm (GMT +2) (18 km SE)
All earthquakes at Laacher See

Loihi volcano (Hawai'i (Big Island)): magnitude 2.1 earthquake

A magnitude 2.1 earthquake occurred at the volcano 6 hours ago. The quake, which might be volcanic in origin, was located at a depth of 12.42 km depth at 14 km distance SE from the volcano.
Earthquake details:
2.1 quake North Pacific Ocean, 63 mi south of Hilo, Hawaii County, Hawaii, United States, Apr 10, 2026 05:02 am (GMT -10) (14 km SE)
All earthquakes at Loihi

Socompa volcano (Northern Chile, Bolivia and Argentina): magnitude 3.0 earthquake

A magnitude 3.0 earthquake occurred at the volcano 4 hours ago. The quake, which might be volcanic in origin, was located at a depth of 10.00 km depth at 11 km distance WSW from the volcano.
Earthquake details:
Unconfirmed earthquake or seismic-like event: 192 km southeast of Baquedano, Provincia de Antofagasta, Region de Antofagasta, Chile, Apr 10, 2026 02:11 pm (GMT -3) (11 km WSW)
All earthquakes at Socompa

Stepovak Bay 4 volcano (Alaska Peninsula): magnitude 2.2 earthquake

A magnitude 2.2 earthquake occurred at the volcano 4 hours ago. The quake, which might be volcanic in origin, was located at a depth of 6.60 km depth at 7 km distance E from the volcano.
Earthquake details:
2.2 quake Lake and Peninsula Borough, 50 mi northeast of Sand Point, Aleutians East Borough, Alaska, United States, Apr 10, 2026 08:48 am (GMT -8) (7 km E)
All earthquakes at Stepovak Bay 4
https://www.volcanodiscovery.com/earthquakes-volcanoes/news/299640/Volcano-earthquake-report-for-Friday-10-Apr-2026.html

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Moderate magnitude 4.5 earthquake 48 km south of Manokwari, Indonesia Webmaster 2 hours ago

Moderate magnitude 4.5 earthquake 48 km south of Manokwari, Indonesia

An earthquake of magnitude 4.5 occurred only 7 minutes ago 48 km south of Manokwari, Indonesia, Indonesia's Meteorology, Climatology, and Geophysical Agency reported.
The quake hit at a shallow depth of 10. km beneath the epicenter near Manokwari, Manokwari Regency, Provinsi Papua Barat, Indonesia, early morning on Saturday, April 11th, 2026, at 5:40 am local time. The exact magnitude, epicenter, and depth of the quake might be revised within the next few hours or minutes as seismologists review data and refine their calculations, or as other agencies issue their report.
A second report was later issued by the citizen-seismograph network of RaspberryShake, which listed it as a magnitude 4.5 earthquake as well.
Based on the preliminary seismic data, the quake should not have caused any significant damage, but was probably felt by many people as light vibration in the area of the epicenter.
Weak shaking might have been felt in Ransiki (pop. 16,200) located 24 km from the epicenter, and Manokwari (pop. 107,300) 48 km away.
VolcanoDiscovery will automatically update magnitude and depth if these change and follow up if other significant news about the quake become available. If you’re in the area, please send us your experience through our reporting mechanism, either online or via our mobile app. This will help us provide more first-hand updates to anyone around the globe who wants to know more about this quake.

Earthquake data:
Date & time: Apr 11, 2026 05:40 am (GMT +9) local time (10 Apr 2026 20:40 GMT)
Magnitude: 4.5
Depth: 10.00 km
Epicenter latitude / longitude: 1.29°S / 134.14°E

(Kabupaten Pegunungan Arfak, Southwest Papua, Indonesia)
Primary data source: BMKG
https://www.volcanodiscovery.com/earthquake/news/299703/Moderate-magnitude-45-earthquake-48-km-south-of-Manokwari-Indonesia.html

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Deleted from Bengal rolls & added to Bihar list: TMC worker Webmaster 2 hours ago

A Trinamool worker from West Bengal alleges his name was deleted from the state's electoral roll and inexplicably added to Bihar's voter list. Krishnendu Mukherjee, a booth-level agent, discovered this discrepancy when his name, present in the draft roll, was marked 'under adjudication' and later deleted. He suspects a political conspiracy due to his active TMC membership.

Source: Deleted from Bengal rolls & added to Bihar list: TMC worker

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Moderate mag. 4.5 earthquake - Kabupaten Pegunungan Arfak, Southwest Papua, Indonesia, on Friday, Apr 10, 2026, at 08:40 pm (Universal Time) Webmaster 2 hours ago

Moderate mag. 4.5 earthquake - Kabupaten Pegunungan Arfak, Southwest Papua, Indonesia, on Friday, Apr 10, 2026, at 08:40 pm (Universal Time)

https://www.volcanodiscovery.com/earthquakes/quake-info/22896793/mag4quake-Apr-10-2026-West-Papua-Region-Indonesia.html

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Navy pushes for desi systems for Russian-built MiG-29K fleet to boost aircraft carrier ops Webmaster 2 hours ago

The Indian Navy is boosting self-reliance by inviting domestic firms to develop and manufacture critical subsystems for its Russian-built MiG-29K fighter jets. This initiative aims to enhance aircraft availability and reduce foreign dependency. Indian companies will now develop automated test systems for the MiG-29K/KUB, crucial for maintaining combat readiness and strengthening national security through controlled supply chains.

Source: Navy pushes for desi systems for Russian-built MiG-29K fleet to boost aircraft carrier ops

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The Eastern North Pacific hurricane season runs from May 15th through November 30th. Webmaster 2 hours ago

The Eastern North Pacific hurricane season runs from May 15th through November 30th.

Source: The Eastern North Pacific hurricane season runs from May 15th through November 30th.

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Fire at Sam Altman’s home after Molotov attack; OpenAI HQ threatened Webmaster 2 hours ago

A 20-year-old man was apprehended after allegedly hurling a Molotov cocktail at Sam Altman's San Francisco residence, igniting an exterior gate. Shortly after, he reportedly threatened to torch OpenAI's headquarters. Police swiftly responded to both incidents, detaining the suspect. OpenAI expressed gratitude for the rapid police response and support in ensuring employee safety.

Source: Fire at Sam Altman’s home after Molotov attack; OpenAI HQ threatened

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Day after Vijay's unreleased film leaks online, TVK blames rivals Webmaster 2 hours ago

TVK party blames Union minister L Murugan and Tamil Nadu's deputy CM Udhayanidhi Stalin for the online leak of actor Vijay's unreleased film 'Jananayagan'. The production house has filed a complaint seeking forensic investigation and legal action against those responsible for the unauthorized circulation.

Source: Day after Vijay's unreleased film leaks online, TVK blames rivals

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Moderate mag. 4.1 earthquake - Kabupaten Pegunungan Arfak, Southwest Papua, 48 km south of Manokwari, Indonesia, on Saturday, Apr 11, 2026, at 05:15 am (GMT +9) Webmaster 2 hours ago

Moderate mag. 4.1 earthquake - Kabupaten Pegunungan Arfak, Southwest Papua, 48 km south of Manokwari, Indonesia, on Saturday, Apr 11, 2026, at 05:15 am (GMT +9)

https://www.volcanodiscovery.com/earthquakes/quake-info/22896712/mag4quake-Apr-10-2026-West-Papua-Region-Indonesia.html

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Moderate magnitude 4.7 earthquake 87 km west of Waisai, Indonesia Webmaster 3 hours ago

Moderate magnitude 4.7 earthquake 87 km west of Waisai, Indonesia

Just 9 minutes ago, a 4.7-magnitude earthquake struck near Waisai, Raja Ampat Regency, Southwest Papua, Indonesia. The tremor was recorded early morning on Saturday, April 11th, 2026, at 5:00 am local time, at a shallow depth of 10. km below the surface.
The event was filed by Indonesia's Meteorology, Climatology, and Geophysical Agency, the first seismological agency to report it.
Our monitoring service identified a second report from the citizen-seismograph network of RaspberryShake which listed the quake at magnitude 4.7 as well.
Towns or cities near the epicenter where the quake might have been felt as very weak shaking include Waisai (pop. 22,500) located 87 km from the epicenter.
VolcanoDiscovery will automatically update magnitude and depth if these change and follow up if other significant news about the quake become available. If you’re in the area, please send us your experience through our reporting mechanism, either online or via our mobile app. This will help us provide more first-hand updates to anyone around the globe who wants to know more about this quake.

Earthquake data:
Date & time: Apr 11, 2026 05:00 am (GMT +9) local time (10 Apr 2026 20:00 GMT)
Magnitude: 4.7
Depth: 10.00 km
Epicenter latitude / longitude: 0.35°S / 129.73°E

(Raja Ampat Regency, Provinsi Papua Barat, Indonesia)
Primary data source: BMKG
https://www.volcanodiscovery.com/earthquake/news/299699/Moderate-magnitude-47-earthquake-87-km-west-of-Waisai-Indonesia.html

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Kin try to give Veerappan a Robin Hood aura, join fray as 'defenders of Tamil nationalism' Webmaster 3 hours ago

Veerappan's daughter Vidhyarani and widow Muthulakshmi are entering electoral politics. They aim to portray the late forest brigand as a protector of Tamil rights. Vidhyarani is contesting from Mettur and Muthulakshmi from Krishnagiri. Both candidates are backed by parties supporting Tamil nationalism. Their campaigns focus on their father's legacy and local issues.

Source: Kin try to give Veerappan a Robin Hood aura, join fray as 'defenders of Tamil nationalism'

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Sunday: Light Rain, Minimum Temperature: 3°C (37°F) Maximum Temperature: 13°C (56°F) Webmaster 3 hours ago

Maximum Temperature: 13°C (56°F), Minimum Temperature: 3°C (37°F), Wind Direction: south-westerly, Wind Speed: 11mph, Visibility: Very Good, Pressure: 1006mb, Humidity: 62%, UV Risk: 4, Pollution: Low, Sunrise: 06:17 BST, Sunset: 20:04 BST

Source: Sunday: Light Rain, Minimum Temperature: 3°C (37°F) Maximum Temperature: 13°C (56°F)

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Saturday: Heavy Rain, Minimum Temperature: 7°C (45°F) Maximum Temperature: 11°C (52°F) Webmaster 3 hours ago

Maximum Temperature: 11°C (52°F), Minimum Temperature: 7°C (45°F), Wind Direction: south-westerly, Wind Speed: 15mph, Visibility: Moderate, Pressure: 1001mb, Humidity: 65%, UV Risk: 3, Pollution: Low, Sunrise: 06:19 BST, Sunset: 20:02 BST

Source: Saturday: Heavy Rain, Minimum Temperature: 7°C (45°F) Maximum Temperature: 11°C (52°F)

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Tonight: Heavy Rain, Minimum Temperature: 6°C (42°F) Webmaster 3 hours ago

Minimum Temperature: 6°C (42°F), Wind Direction: south-easterly, Wind Speed: 11mph, Visibility: Moderate, Pressure: 1006mb, Humidity: 63%, UV Risk: 1, Pollution: Low, Sunset: 20:00 BST

Source: Tonight: Heavy Rain, Minimum Temperature: 6°C (42°F)

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Moderate mag. 4.6 earthquake - Provinsi Papua Barat, 86 km west of Waisai, Indonesia, on Saturday, Apr 11, 2026, at 05:00 am (GMT +9) Webmaster 3 hours ago

Moderate mag. 4.6 earthquake - Provinsi Papua Barat, 86 km west of Waisai, Indonesia, on Saturday, Apr 11, 2026, at 05:00 am (GMT +9)

https://www.volcanodiscovery.com/earthquakes/quake-info/22896675/mag4quake-Apr-10-2026-Halmahera-Indonesia.html

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Friday - 21:00 BST: Light Rain, 9°C (48°F) Webmaster 3 hours ago

Temperature: 9°C (48°F), Wind Direction: Southerly, Wind Speed: 10mph, Humidity: 55%, Pressure: 1009mb, Falling, Visibility: Excellent

Source: Friday - 21:00 BST: Light Rain, 9°C (48°F)

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