An earthquake measuring 5.4 on the Richter scale struck Bangladesh on Friday, the European Mediterranean Seismological Centre (EMSC) reported. The tremors were felt across Kolkata and several adjacent districts in West Bengal, prompting panic among residents.People rushed out of homes, schools, and offices as the shaking continued for several seconds. No immediate reports of casualties or major damage have emerged, but authorities are assessing the situation.Emergency services in both Bangladesh and India have been put on alert. Seismologists continue to monitor aftershocks, advising residents to stay cautious and avoid unsafe structures in the affected areas.Reuters alerts