An earthquake measuring 5.9 on the Richter scale was recorded this afternoon with epicenter in Nepal-China border.

The earthquake was occurred at 3.7 pm, according to the National Seismological Centre.

Seismologist Dr Mukunda Bhatatrai said the earthquake jolted Sindhupalchowk, Dolakha, Nuwakot, Rasuwa, Kathmandu Valley and Dhading.