A 7.7-magnitude earthquake struck Myanmar, releasing energy equivalent to over 300 atomic bombs and causing more than 1,600 deaths. Aftershocks may persist due to ongoing tectonic activity. Communication blackouts and civil strife hinder damage assessment. India has extended humanitarian aid through 'Operation Brahma', while nearby Thailand also reported fatalities.
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