India, Nov. 21 -- A powerful earthquake of 5.7 magnitude struck central Bangladesh on Friday morning, killing at least six people and injuring dozens, according to local media reports. Tremors were widely felt across West Bengal and other northeastern states, sending people rushing outdoors.

The quake hit around 10.38 am (local time) with its epicentre located in the Ghorashal area of Narsingdi district, roughly 25 km from the capital Dhaka. The US Geological Survey (USGS) reported a depth of 10 km.

Initial police reports confirmed at least three deaths, but Dhaka-based DBC Television later reported six deaths in the capital alone, including three people killed after portions of a building roof and wall collapsed, and three pedestrians ...