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At least 311 dead as earthquake devastates south Asia

A powerful earthquake struck northern Afghanistan, with tremors also felt in Pakistan and India.

Rescue workers say at least 311 people have died across Pakistan and Afghanistan following the 7.5-magnitude quake.

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Over 100 confirmed dead after Afghanistan quake

A boy, who was injured during the quake, leans on his father's shoulder after receiving first aid in Pakistan. Credit: Reuters

Over 100 people have now been confirmed dead following a 7.5 magnitude earthquake in Afghanistan.

At least 33 people have been killed in Afghanistan and 200 injured, AP reports.

Pakistani state television has said that at least 94 people have been killed in the country and almost 600 others wounded following the powerful tremors.

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