Seismic Activity

Moonquakes differ greatly from earthquakes. While quakes on Earth last seconds or minutes, moonquakes can shake the lunar surface for hours.

Earth’s surface rips in seconds: Real-time footage captures 2.5-metre slip during earthquake – watch video here

The Sagaing Fault, running through central Myanmar, cracked open with sudden force. The surface jolted sideways, like a massive belt jerking for a moment.

Greenland's 650-foot tsunami in 2023 sent shockwaves across the globe, rattling sensors for 9 days—check out image

On 16 September 2023, millions of tonnes of rock fell. The impact hurled up a wave 650 feet high. It raced down the fjord, smashed into cliffs, then reversed.

The Earth is alive and has a pulse that beats every 26 seconds – watch the NASA video here

One popular theory involves ocean waves crashing into land. Some scientists believe the waves hit the continental shelf, sending out vibrations.

Why North India is Prone to Earthquakes: Delhi's Vulnerability Explained

North India, particularly Delhi, faces significant earthquake risks due to its location near the meeting point of tectonic plates. In this explainer, we break down the science behind frequent tremors in the region, explore historical earthquakes, and discuss the challenges the city faces in preparedness. Watch to learn why Delhi is so vulnerable to seismic activity and what steps need to be taken to mitigate risks.

Mount Spurr trembles again: Scientists see 50% eruption risk due to rising Earthquakes

Mount Spurr, a volcano in Alaska, shows signs of increased seismic activity, prompting scientists to warn of a potential eruption.

Chandrayaan-3 detects mysterious tremors on Moon: Are these Moonquakes? Here's what scientists are saying

India's Chandrayaan-3 mission has detected over 250 seismic signals in the Moon's south polar region.

Inside the Met’s nerve centre, tracking Cyclone Asani and the nationwide heatwave

An up close and personal account of how the IMD’s control room coordinates 24/7 with multiple met and regional centres, weather stations and allied departments, external agencies and states, processing and mining loads of mindboggling data to provide accurate information to the public, aviation and maritime sectors, and others.