A 3.2 magnitude earthquake hit different parts of Karachi on Wednesday evening, Aaj News reported.

The jolts were felt in Quaidabad, Malir, Gulistan-e-Johar, Gulshan-e-Maymar and Saadi Town, leaving residents on edge.

According to a report from the seismological centre, the depth of the earthquake was 12 kilometres with epicenter near Malir.

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There were no reports of casualties or serious damage after the quake, according to authorities.