The world has witnessed several catastrophic earthquakes, with the 1960 Valdivia, Chile quake topping the list at magnitude 9.5. These seismic events, including those in Alaska, Sumatra, and Japan, have triggered devastating tsunamis, widespread destruction, and significant loss of life. The recent 8.8 magnitude quake in Kamchatka Peninsula in 2025 has revived discussions about seismic preparedness and disaster response.
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi has embarked on a two-nation visit, starting with the United Kingdom from July 23-24, followed by a state visit to the Maldives from July 25-26. The UK visit aims to bolster bilateral ties, with the anticipated signing of the India-UK Free Trade Agreement.
The world has witnessed several catastrophic earthquakes, with the 1960 Valdivia, Chile quake topping the list at magnitude 9.5. These seismic events, including those in Alaska, Sumatra, and Japan, have triggered devastating tsunamis, widespread destruction, and significant loss of life. The recent 8.8 magnitude quake in Kamchatka Peninsula in 2025 has revived discussions about seismic preparedness and disaster response.
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