When we consider land on Earth, we generally associate it with forests, greenery and trees. However, there is one particular place on Earth where this is not the case. The place is Greenland. This is because despite being the largest island in the world, there is no presence of trees or forests on this island. At first glance this may seem surprising and unusual. However, there are some reasons behind this and all these reasons are related to the climate and geographical conditions of that place.The place is generally covered with snow, and the temperature is extremely low. These conditions do not allow most types of plants, especially trees, to flourish. However, a unique ecosystem exists there.

Protects from extreme cold and low heat tree growth in greenland

One of the biggest factors contributing to the lack of trees in Greenland is climate. The climate of Greenland is such that most of the island remains quite cold throughout the year. This means that winters are long and summers are short here.For trees to grow, they need a certain amount of heat. However, summers are too cool for trees to grow in Greenland. The short summer also does not give trees enough time to grow.

Snow cover and unstable land boundary vegetation

A large part of the area is covered with snow. Only a small part remains without snow cover. Even if snow is melting in some areas, it is not suitable for vegetation.according to National Snow and Ice Data Center (NSIDC)About 80% of Greenland’s surface is covered with ice sheets, which greatly limits the land available for plant growth.Soil conditions remain harsh in many areas. Therefore, forests cannot flourish. Without proper soil conditions, it is difficult for trees to take root.

Permafrost restricts root growth

Another major reason for this is the presence of permafrost, which means the soil remains frozen for most of the year. This frozen soil does not allow water to flow properly and does not allow the roots to penetrate deep into the soil. This is the reason why only small plants like moss, lichen and bushes are able to grow here. Trees cannot grow here because they need deep and strong roots.

Limited tree growth and changing climate in southern areas

Although much of Greenland is treeless, there are some places where there are trees. Small trees such as birch and willow are found in small numbers in southern Greenland. There is a small natural forest in the Qianhua Valley, which is a little more conducive to the growth of trees.Climate change has begun to impact the land in Greenland in recent years. Rising temperatures and melting ice are opening up new opportunities in Greenland. In some areas greater growth is being observed in the case of shrubs, and experiments in the growth of trees are proving successful.

A unique ecosystem created by extreme conditions

Despite the lack of trees, there is life in Greenland. Greenland’s ecosystem consists of plants that have adapted to survive the extreme conditions of the environment.The lack of trees in Greenland’s ecosystem reflects the impact of climate on the environment. This shows that a place’s ecosystem does not necessarily have to contain trees, as demonstrated by the ecosystem of Greenland. It depicts Greenland’s environment as a reflection of nature’s ability to survive.

New Delhi: The Employees’ Provident Fund Organization is focusing on helping customers withdraw unclaimed money lying in dormant accounts.Nearly a quarter of inactive accounts, which are Aadhaar verified, may soon be freed from inactive balance as EPFO ​​is working on developing an auto-settlement feature that will allow account holders to get unclaimed money in their bank accounts without filing a claim, an official told TOI. The facility is set to deal with about 8.1 lakh Aadhaar verified inactive accounts amounting to Rs 5,200 crore, of which about 14,000 have more than Rs 5 lakh lying unclaimed. Another 38,000 Aadhaar-verified dormant accounts have Rs 1-5 lakh lying unclaimed, and 41,000 accounts have between Rs 50,000 and Rs 1 lakh. “In the last meeting, the Central Board of Trustees (CBT) had approved automatic settlement of such inoperative accounts with unclaimed balance of Rs 1,000 or less into registered bank accounts. Based on the learning from this project, a separate initiative has been planned to formulate a strategy for other accounts. Preference will be given to members joining after October 2017,” the official said. An inactive account in EPFO ​​is one which has stopped earning interest and it mainly belongs to those members who have retired after the age of 55 and have not made any contribution for three years. However, for those below 55 years of age, the account will continue to earn interest until the customer turns 58 years of age. As of February 2026, there were 31.8 lakh inactive accounts, with Rs 10,181 crore lying unclaimed. Of these, about 7 lakh accounts are more than 20 years old, while 1.8 lakh accounts are between 10-20 years old. About 13 lakh inactive accounts are 5-10 years old.

त्रिवेन्द्र सरकार में शहरी विकास मंत्री रहे मदन कौशिक को धामी सरकार में शहरों की जगह पंचायतों की जिम्मेदारी मिली है। हालांकि उम्मीद जताई जा रही थी कि उन्हें फिर से शहरी विकास की जिम्मेदारी मिल सकती है. उन्हें ऐसे समय में पंचायती राज विभाग की जिम्मेदारी मिली है जब विभाग में उन्हें कई चुनौतियों का सामना करना पड़ रहा है. पंचायतों के विकास के लिए उन्हें कम समय में इन चुनौतियों से पार पाना होगा।

मदन कौशिक के सामने पांच बड़ी चुनौतियां

1- 29 विषयों को पंचायतों को सौंपने की चुनौती

देहरादून। राज्य गठन के 25 साल बाद भी 73वें संविधान संशोधन में मिले 29 विषयों (विभागों) को पंचायतों को नहीं सौंपा गया है. यही कारण है कि पंचायतें आज भी वित्तीय एवं प्रशासनिक स्वायत्तता के लिए संघर्ष कर रही हैं। इससे पहले सरकार की ओर से इन विभागों को पंचायतों को सौंपने के लिए एक हाई पावर कमेटी का गठन किया गया था. राष्ट्रीय ग्रामीण विकास एवं पंचायती राज संस्थान के तहत गठित समिति ने अपनी सिफारिश सरकार को सौंप दी है.

2- 850 ग्राम पंचायतों के पास अपना पंचायत भवन नहीं है.

राज्य में 850 से अधिक पंचायतें ऐसी हैं जिनके पास अपना पंचायत भवन नहीं है. पंचायती राज मंत्री मदन कौशिक के सामने सभी पंचायतों में पंचायत भवन निर्माण की चुनौती होगी।

उत्तराखंड: कैबिनेट विस्तार के बाद अब विभागों का बंटवारा; गृह समेत ये विभाग संभालेंगे सीएम, देखें पूरी लिस्ट

Grammy-winning singer Chappell Rhone has responded to Brazilian-Italian soccer star Jorginho’s allegations that he abused his 11-year-old stepdaughter after a security guard recognized the singer.In an Instagram post, Roan addressed the incident that happened on Sunday and said that the security guard was not his personal security and that he did not see any women and children.“Assuming that someone does not have good intentions is unreasonable for security reasons,” Roan said. “I don’t hate people who are fans of my music. I don’t hate kids.”

Catherine Harding issued statement

After the singer distanced herself from the Guard, Catherine Harding, wife of footballer Jorginho Frello, a Flamengo player widely known as Jorginho, released a video statement on her social media handle, saying, “This is the last thing I’m going to say about this now, because it’s getting a little crazy.”Responding to Roan’s claim that the security guard was not her, Harding said the man was not even part of the hotel team and told Chappelle, “You have a responsibility as a celebrity…”Quoting the singer, she said, “She ‘didn’t notice anything’ or anyone, because, as my husband said, ‘Nothing happened.’ In fact, we stayed in the same hotel. We were at breakfast, we saw a girl passing by with curly, long red hair.” She then went on to share a conversation she had with her daughter, who was debating whether the girl who passed them was a singer or not. Describing the events that unfolded, he said, “My daughter didn’t have her phone, she didn’t try to take a picture, she didn’t come near him, she literally didn’t do anything. She just looked at him and smiled.” He further said that even after seeing Roan, his daughter did not believe it and thought that the woman might be the singer’s sister. They also shared that they were only in Brazil to attend the concert, as it was a birthday gift for the 11-year-old because she loves the singer and her music. However, after the controversy, Harding confirmed that the family left the concert.

about the controversy

The controversy arose after Jorginho Frelo said his wife and child were staying in the same hotel in Sao Paulo as the singer, who was in the country for the Lollapalooza Brazil music festival, when the altercation occurred.“During breakfast, the artist passed by their table. Like any child, my daughter recognized him, got excited and just wanted to make sure it was really him,” Jorginho said in a lengthy message posted Saturday on Instagram in Portuguese and English. The girl is the daughter of Catherine Harding and British actor Jude Law. “He didn’t say anything, didn’t ask anything,” Jorginho said. A security guard then came to his family’s table and “spoke to both my wife and my daughter in a very aggressive manner.”Jorginho said that Roan does not deserve the affection of his fans.

Chappell Rhone barred from performing in Rio

Rio’s new mayor Eduardo Cavaliere weighed in on the controversy late Saturday, saying Roan would never perform on Copacabana Beach when he was mayor as Madonna and Lady Gaga have done, and as Shakira will do in May.“I doubt Shakira would do that!” Jorginho’s daughter will be the guest of honor at the Colombian superstar’s upcoming free concert on Rio’s vast sands, he said. Cavaliere replaced former Rio Mayor Eduardo Paes on Friday.Roan, who is openly queer and interested in drag culture, will appear in 2024’s “Good Luck, Babe!” “Red Wine Supernova” and “Hot to Go!” From their 2023 album “The Rise and Fall of a Midwest Princess”. Roan edged out Sabrina Carpenter to win the Grammy Award for Best New Artist last February.

उत्तर प्रदेश के प्रतापगढ़ जिले में रविवार को एक विशेष कार्यक्रम का आयोजन किया गया, जिसमें पूर्व सांसद बृजभूषण शरण सिंह मुख्य अतिथि के तौर पर शामिल हुए. यह कार्यक्रम सांगीपुर थाना क्षेत्र के सर्वोदय पब्लिक स्कूल में आयोजित वार्षिक समारोह था. उनके आगमन पर भाजपा नेताओं और स्कूल प्रबंधन ने फूल मालाओं से उनका भव्य स्वागत किया। कार्यक्रम में स्कूली बच्चों ने स्वागत गीत प्रस्तुत किया, जिससे माहौल और भी आकर्षक हो गया. इस मौके पर बड़ी संख्या में स्थानीय लोग भी मौजूद थे.

बच्चों को लक्ष्य निर्धारित करने की सलाह दी गयी
अपने संबोधन में बृजभूषण शरण सिंह ने बच्चों को जीवन में आगे बढ़ने के लिए प्रेरित किया. उन्होंने कहा कि बच्चे देश का भविष्य हैं और उन्हें अपने जीवन में स्पष्ट लक्ष्य निर्धारित करने चाहिए। उनका मानना ​​है कि जब लक्ष्य स्पष्ट हो तो सफलता की राह आसान हो जाती है। उन्होंने छात्रों को कड़ी मेहनत और लगन से पढ़ाई करने की सलाह भी दी.

मूल्यों और अनुशासन पर जोर
कार्यक्रम के दौरान उन्होंने बच्चों को संस्कार और अनुशासन का महत्व समझाया. उन्होंने कहा कि अच्छे संस्कार व्यक्ति को जीवन में सही दिशा देते हैं। उन्होंने हनुमान चालीसा और रामायण के दोहे पढ़ने और उन्हें अपने जीवन में अपनाने की भी बात कही, ताकि नैतिक मूल्यों को मजबूत किया जा सके.

मिलावटी खाद्य पदार्थों पर जताई चिंता
बृजभूषण शरण सिंह ने अपने भाषण में स्वास्थ्य और खानपान पर भी चर्चा की. उन्होंने कहा कि आजकल बाजार नकली घी और मिलावटी खाद्य पदार्थों से भरा पड़ा है, जो लोगों के स्वास्थ्य के लिए हानिकारक है। उन्होंने दीपक जलाते समय घी के दीपक का उदाहरण देते हुए कहा कि पूजा के दौरान भी पवित्रता का ध्यान रखना जरूरी है.

हेलीकॉप्टर से जौनपुर के लिए रवाना हो गए
करीब एक घंटे तक कार्यक्रम में रहने के बाद वह हेलीकॉप्टर से जौनपुर के लिए रवाना हो गये। मीडिया से बात करते हुए उन्होंने कहा कि हेलीकॉप्टर से यात्रा करने का मकसद समय बचाना और ज्यादा से ज्यादा लोगों तक पहुंचना है. उन्होंने साफ किया कि यह किसी तरह का दिखावा नहीं है, बल्कि इससे उन्हें अपने दूसरे काम के लिए समय मिल पाता है.

शिक्षा और संस्कार का दिया संदेश
इस कार्यक्रम के माध्यम से बृजभूषण शरण सिंह ने छात्रों को शिक्षा, अनुशासन और स्वस्थ जीवन शैली का महत्व समझाया. उनके विचारों ने वहां मौजूद छात्रों और लोगों को प्रेरित किया और कार्यक्रम को सफल बनाया.

Delhi Capitals (ANI photo)

Delhi Capitals and Punjab Kings will once again begin their quest for a maiden Indian Premier League title when the 2026 season begins on March 28. Despite almost two decades in the competition, both the franchises are yet to lift the trophy.Former Indian all-rounder Irfan PathanThose who have represented both the teams reflected on their journey and highlighted the key reasons behind their prolonged title drought.

Speaking on JioStar, Pathan explained that Delhi struggled with talent identification in the early 2010s, which hindered their progress.“When I was in Delhi, Eric Simmons, who is now with CSK as bowling coach, was the coach, and efforts were made to bring stability. But when you let players like AB de VilliersAnd you have Andre Russell, starting from scratch is not easy. I played with Russell in the same dressing room and there was a lot of discussion about giving him more chances, but they couldn’t make a place for him in the playing eleven consistently. So, talent identification is very important, and I think Delhi used to lag in that area,” Pathan said.Punjab, on the other hand, have shown signs of progress in recent seasons. Ahead of IPL 2025, franchise makes significant changes by appointing Australian great ricky ponting As head coach and signing Shreyas Iyer For ₹26.75 crore. The team enjoyed a strong campaign and reached the final before falling short against Royal Challengers Bangalore.Pathan credited his superior leadership and strategic planning for Punjab’s revival.“Leadership has played a big role in Punjab’s turnaround. You win half the IPL at the auction table. Big purses don’t always mean you get what you want, but they did and they reached the final. Even in the mini-auction, they took bold but important decisions, like dropping players who were not performing well, like Glenn Maxwell,” he explained.He also mentioned the situation involving Josh Inglis, noting how the circumstances affected his plans.Pathan said, “They were a bit unfortunate because of Josh Inglis’ situation because he will miss most of the season, but then you see another team going after him for a huge price. In that regard, they are making a lot of right decisions.”According to Pathan, another important improvement is Punjab’s focus on strengthening the depth of its team.“Look at the backup players. In the past, Punjab had to struggle with this when the focus was solely on building the first XI, but now you see a young Indian batting core along with all-rounders like Azmatullah Omarzai, Marco Jansen and Marcus Stoinis. Also, after they decided to make Shreyas Iyer the captain, they were going all out for him. So, there is clarity in thought, and I think Punjab has started moving in the right direction,” he concluded.As IPL 2026 approaches, both Delhi and Punjab will aim to finally break their title drought, armed with lessons from the past and renewed optimism for the future.