Kathmandu, March 23 An earthquake of magnitude 4.1 struck the Sudurpaschim province of Nepal on Monday afternoon.
There have been no immediate reports of any loss of life or property damage.
According to the Earthquake Monitoring and Research Centre, the tremor was recorded at 1:14 pm. The epicenter of the quake was located near the Rayal area of Bajhang.
Residents in neighboring districts, including Bajura and Baitadi, also felt the tremors.
A 4-magnitude earthquake struck the Sudurpaschim province on March 17.
The earthquake hit the Sitaula area of the Darchula district, according to the National Earthquake Monitoring and Research Centre.
Nepal, which experiences multiple earthquakes in any given year, lies in one of the most active tectonic zones (Seismic zones IV and V), making it extremely vulnerable to earthquakes.
The Himalayan nation ranks 11th among the world's most earthquake-prone countries.
