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The Hindu
2 days ago
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- The Hindu
Green legends
Trees are the planet's oldest living beings. Believe or not, some of them have been standing since before the ancient civilisations found in our history books. Here's a glimpse into three of the world's oldest and three of India's oldest known trees. Isn't it amazing that these magnificent trees have been silent witnesses to the sweeping changes of centuries? Elders of the World Methuselah, the U.S. Hidden in California's White Mountains, the Methuselah is a bristlecone pine that is said to be over 4850 years old. To keep the world's oldest known tree safe, its exact location is kept secret. Sarv-e Abarqu, Iran Also known as the Zorastrian Sarv, this cypress is estimated to be 4,000 years old, making it, perhaps, the oldest tree in Asia. However, legend has it that the tree was planted by Prophet Zoraster, founder of Zorastrianism, who lived in Persia in the sicth century BCE. Llangernyw Yew, Wales An ancient yew tree that is said to be between 4,000 and 5,000 years old, it finds a place in Welsh mythology, where it is linked to a spirit called Angelystor. Fun Fact: A spruce tree in Sweden called the Old Tjikko holds the record for the world's oldest known cloned tree. Although its trunk is young, its roots are about 10,000 years old. Elders of India Pillalamari, Telangana Also known as the Peerlalamari (the saint's banyan), this banyan is said to be 800 years old. Its large network of prop roots make it appear like a family with many children; hence the name Pillalamari meaning the children's banyan. Siddhvari, Uttar Pradesh In 2023, the Botanical Survey of India announced that this is the oldest scientifically dated banyan of the world. Through a method called carbon-dating, the tree was estimated to be 500 years old. Locals worship it and believe it has existed since the Mahabharata. Thimmamma Marrimanu, Andhra Pradesh Spread over five acres, this 550-year-old banyan makes it to the Guinness Book of World Records as a tree with the largest canopy. It is said nearly 20,000 people can stand underneath it. It is also connected to local folklore and beliefs. Fun fact: The Great Banyan of Kolkata is, perhaps, the most famous banyan of India and is estimated to be 250 years old. The Mahabodhi in Bodh Gaya is a peepal tree under which the Buddha gained enlightenment 2,500 years ago. The tree standing today was grown from a cutting of the original.
India Gazette
20-05-2025
- Business
- India Gazette
Uttar Pradesh sets two world records in road construction within 24 hours
New Delhi [India], May 20 (ANI): Uttar Pradesh has set two world records in just 24 hours by constructing a 10-kilometre crash barrier and laying 34.24 lane kilometres of bituminous concrete road. This achievement has earned the state entries in the Golden Book of World Records, Asia Book of Records, and Indian Book of Records. In a post on social media platform X (formerly Twitter), Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath said, ' Uttar Pradesh is moving towards new heights! in just 24 hours, Uttar Pradesh created two world records by constructing a 10 km crash barrier and 34.24 lane km of bituminous concrete!' 'Name registered in the Golden Book, Asia Book and Indian Book of World Records! This achievement is a result of excellent planning, technical expertise and committed teamwork of @upeidaofficial. Under the guidance of Honourable Prime Minister @narendramodi ji, #NewUttarPradesh is now becoming an infrastructure state of global standards,' the CM's X post added. With this, Gujarat-based Patel Infrastructure Ltd (PATEL) has registered its name in setting up the world record for the fastest construction of a 6-lane Ganga Motorway project, which happens to be India's longest motorway owned by a state, the company said in a statement. This world record consists of laying bituminous concrete on 34.24 kilometres, using 20,105 metric tonnes of bituminous concrete and covering 171,210 square meters, all within 24 hours of nonstop operations and 10km of metal beam crash barrier installation by PATEL ancillary company Road Shield Private Limited. Arvind Patel, Managing Director, Patel Infrastructure, said, 'We are proud to be contributing to nation-building through such monumental achievements. This is not just a record; it's a reflection of Indian engineering brilliance and our team's unwavering spirit.' The record-setting effort took place on the prestigious Ganga Motorway Project (Group-3) between Hardoi and Unnao districts. Operations commenced at 5:00 am on May 17, 2025, and were accomplished by 5:00 am on May 18, 2025, beating target quantities and involving a highly coordinated effort of engineers, machinery, materials, and skilled labour working seamlessly for 24 hours straight. (ANI)
Sharjah 24
19-02-2025
- General
- Sharjah 24
APC engages in Arabic language historical dictionary dialogue
During the meeting, the children discussed the importance of a remarkable new project—the historical dictionary of the Arabic language. This project is a comprehensive effort that documents how Arabic has evolved over time and involved the work of 400 researchers and scholars from across the Arab world, all guided by the Ruler of Sharjah. Dr. Haidar Waqe Allah led the meeting on behalf of the General Secretariat of the Arab Parliament for Children and encouraged the young members to share their thoughts about the dictionary. Ibtihal Al-Maaref from Morocco highlighted how this dictionary has become famous for being the largest linguistic encyclopedia ever, recognized by the Guinness Book of World Records. It consists of 127 printed volumes and more than 20,000 electronic volumes. Children from different countries shared their perspectives: Zainab Moulay Ahmed from Mauritania emphasized how this dictionary will help preserve the Arabic language for future generations. Hour Brijia from Palestine described the dictionary as a valuable reference that captures the growth of words and their meanings over time. Joya Al Shab from Lebanon pointed out how essential this resource is for poets, writers, and anyone who loves the language. Razan Al-Baj from Saudi Arabia explained that this dictionary differs from traditional dictionaries because it tracks the history of words along with evidence from literary texts. Talal Dhafer Al-Hababi from Qatar explained how to search within the dictionary, showing how each word is presented alongside its background and meaning changes over the years. Ryan Mohammed Al-Shuraid from Jordan shared his experience using the electronic version, mentioning how easy it is to find words. He demonstrated this by searching for the word 'parliament' and discovering its meaning as a governing body in the country. Another child found that the word 'child' has the same origin in both Arabic and Aramaic, which surprised everyone. Many children expressed their thoughts on the historical dictionary and how beneficial it is for Arab kids. The meeting concluded with gratitude to all participants and an invitation to explore more about the Arabic language through the Historical Dictionary's website. After the meeting, Ayman Othman Al-Barout, the Secretary-General of the APC, praised the session, saying it allowed Arab children to express their views on the historical dictionary of their language. He noted that the meeting reflects the parliament's goal of engaging children with important cultural topics while strengthening their connection to the Arabic language. He also thanked His Highness the Ruler of Sharjah for his ongoing support of Arabic language initiatives, which positions Sharjah as a cultural center uniting Arab children in the pursuit of knowledge.
