US EditionPhilippines Earthquake: PM Modi Expresses Condolences as 69 Killed in 6.9 Magnitude Quake, Assures India's Support
At least 69 killed and nearly 150 injured after a 6.9-magnitude quake struck Cebu province, with over 600 aftershocks recorded, officials said.
- A strong earthquake measuring 6.9 on the Richter scale hit the Cebu area in the central Philippines at 9:59 pm local time on September 30, 2025, resulting in at least 69 deaths and injuring more than 150 people.
- The earthquake occurred due to a shallow local fault near the coastal city of Bogo, where nearly half of the fatalities were reported, highlighting the Philippines' vulnerability in the Pacific Ring of Fire.
- The quake caused widespread damage, including collapsed buildings, power outages, and forced evacuations, leading local authorities to declare a state of calamity and call for medical volunteers.
- Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed heartfelt sorrow over the fatalities and extensive destruction resulting from the earthquake in the Philippines and reaffirmed India’s commitment to support the affected country.
- The disaster emphasized the urgent need for disaster preparedness in coastal areas, and India signaled its commitment to humanitarian aid, while rescue operations and medical assistance continue in the affected region.
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Malaysian, Taiwanese leaders extend sympathies to PH after deadly Cebu earthquake
Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim and Taiwanese President Lai Ching-te on Wednesday extended their sympathies to the Philippines after a magnitude 6.9 earthquake struck Bogo City, Cebu, on Tuesday, leaving nearly 70 individuals dead.
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robertocavada.comThe 6.9 magnitude earthquake that struck central Philippines in a state of calamity on Tuesday night leaves at least 69 people dead, authorities said, who have deployed operations to provide humanitarian assistance to more than a million affected families, according to Oeneges.
India stands in solidarity with Philippines at this difficult time...: PM Modi condoles loss of lives in Philippines Earthquake - The Tribune
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday offered condolences after a massive earthquake of magnitude 6.9 hit the Philippines. He underscored that India stands in solidarity with the Philippines and offered prayers to the bereaved families.
PM Modi expresses condolences to Philippines earthquake victims - The Statesman
Prime Minister Narendra Modi Wednesday expressed deep sadness over the loss of lives and widespread damage caused by the 6.9 magnitude earthquake in the Philippines in which more than 60 people have been killed and over 150 injured.
Philippines earthquake: PM Modi expresses condolences as 69 killed in 6.9 magnitude quake, assures India's support
PM Modi expressed sorrow for the earthquake victims in the Philippines, offering prayers for the injured and affirming India's support during this challenging time.
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