Earthquake of 6.8 magnitude hits Myanmar

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An earthquake of 6.8 magnitude struck central Myanmar on Wednesday, the U.S. Geological Survey said.

An earthquake of 6.8 magnitude struck central Myanmar on Wednesday, the US Geological Survey said.

The quake struck 143 km (88 miles) west of the city of Meiktila, the agency said.

Tremors were felt in parts of West Bengal, Jharkhand, Bihar and Assam.

The quake struck 143 kilometres west of the city of Meiktila, the agency said.

There were no immediate reports of casualties or damage.