On December 4, 2024, a 5.3 magnitude earthquake struck Telangana, shaking the areas of Hyderabad and Mulugu. This seismic event is notably rare for the region, where such tremors are not typically experienced. Seismologists are examining the causes of this unusual occurrence and its potential consequences. Authorities have urged the public to remain vigilant as aftershocks may follow. The earthquake has prompted further investigations into the seismic characteristics of the region, which had previously been considered less prone to significant earthquakes.