5.9-magnitude quake jolts Western Nepal

Kathmandu: A 5.9-magnitude earthquake jolted Western Nepal on Tuesday afternoon, officials said.

According to details, the earthquake, with epicentre in the Mela area of Bajura district in Sudurpaschim province, hit the region at 2:43 PM local time. 

There was no immediate report of damage to life or property. 

Officials stated that the quake was felt in the wider areas of Western Nepal. 

The tremors were also felt in some parts of neighbouring India.