To : Passerby
We got your IP address. You will find out that u will not be able to chat in out tag box anymore. Cheers!
I have yet to settle with the specs whether to track u down or not. We have already baned you fyi.
C/OFFR Ashraf
Sunday, February 7, 2010
Thursday, February 4, 2010
India Republic Day Celebrations 2010
IRD is probably the most prestigious course to go to in my opinion. Not wallaby, not thunder warrior or Crusendo. We had lots of fun during my 13-day stay in India. As most of you would know, India is in fact one of the poorest countries in the world but their culture, food, and historical venues will definitely take you to a whole new level! On the first day, we didn't do much but only went for shopping. We also visited one of the museums which they had in the place that we stayed. India is totally different from Singapore. In the morning, temperatures can drop to almost 8 degrees. And in the afternoon, it goes all the way up to 32 to 35 degrees. So it did took me quite a while to get use to the climate there. Sometimes there would be fogs and visibility can only be up to 30-50 metres!
On the second day in New Delhi, we went to the capital's museum and got a tour around it. It was interesting to see the 17-18th century artefacts that were placed there. Some of them could make you a millionaire! It was that valuable. We also got to see a horse show performed by the Indian Cadets. They were excellent and they had great skill in handling the horses. The horse show lasted about 20-30 minutes.
Oh yeah. Singapore wasn't the only country there. You see, we were part of the YEP (Youth Exchange Programme). So there were other countries as well such as Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Kazakhstan, Turkmenistan, Maldives, Vietnam, Russia and Nepal. We mingled around with them except the russians (because they didn't know how to speak English). I was really looking forward to the fourth day, as we were going to Agra. Obviously, there is a famous national monument and is one of the 7-wonders-of-the-world. The Taj Mahal. It was really beautiful and I was in awe of it. I was really thankful to finally get to see the Taj Mahal. We also went in to see the tomb of Shah Jahan and his wife. We were not allowed to take any photos inside but I secretly took some, without anyone knowing.
After Agra, we went to Jaipur. Jaipur was the place I hated most as I suffered Diahorrea. It was serious and I had to take some pills to ease off. When we came back to New Delhi, we had to rehearse for the March Past in the PM Rally. We did this for two days, and also did some shopping. The next night was the night where we had dinner with the DG Of the Indian NCC, and the food there was truly scrumptious. That was also the night where I shook hands with the Defence Minister and the Commandant of NCC, LTC Adrian Koh. It was truly a great honor. Moreover, he was very kind and spoke to us pleasantly. On one of the days, we also had a cultural performance in front of all the YEP Cadets, Officers, and the Indian NCC cadets. We were dressed in our ethnic costumes (I wore a baju) and we did a performance on Di Tanjong Katong and Di Mana Dia. The best part was when we were doing the performance on Di mana Dia. When it came to the Chan Mali Chan, Hoi Hoi part, all the Indian NCC cadets and even some of the officers were echoing Hoi Hoi after us. I could swear that Commandant was laughing his guts out. And please don't ask me how they knew the Hoi Hoi part. I too am still trying to figure that out.
On Wednesday of the second week in India, we went to the IRD. Security was very tight as there were suspicions of terrorist attacks. And just for your info, 6 prisoners had escaped from prison just before the parade.The parade was great and we got to see over 30-40 contingents marching past us. They also displayed some of their weapons which were truly huge and remarkable! The whole parade lasted for about 2.5 hours.
We, the YEP cadets, also visited the president's house to have tea. It was a great experience to get to see the place that she lived in. Yes, the president of India is a lady. After that we took part in a march past in the PM's Rally, and we got to see the Prime Minister, Dr. Manmohan Singh, upclose. We had to tilt our heads while marching, and he saluted us in response. Later afterwords, we went to the the place that he lived at and had tea there as well. On the last night, it was sad, as some of us had difficulties in leaving our new found friends behind. We exchanged phone numbers, E-Mail addresses and promised to stay in touch.
So that pretty much raps up the whole trip. There's plenty more, but I'm afraid that I just can't remember the exact details. ALL the cadets that were there were really kind and gentle. They really liked us a lot. Especially the Indian cadets. We had lots of chances to talk to them and they were extremely friendly. The next cadet from bendemeer who goes for this trip, is gonna have a great time. I hope to go there once again.
Here are some pics of the trip:
Yours truly,
YEP Cadet SSG Thinesh John,
Unit Sergeant Major,
Bendemeer NCC.
On the second day in New Delhi, we went to the capital's museum and got a tour around it. It was interesting to see the 17-18th century artefacts that were placed there. Some of them could make you a millionaire! It was that valuable. We also got to see a horse show performed by the Indian Cadets. They were excellent and they had great skill in handling the horses. The horse show lasted about 20-30 minutes.
Oh yeah. Singapore wasn't the only country there. You see, we were part of the YEP (Youth Exchange Programme). So there were other countries as well such as Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Kazakhstan, Turkmenistan, Maldives, Vietnam, Russia and Nepal. We mingled around with them except the russians (because they didn't know how to speak English). I was really looking forward to the fourth day, as we were going to Agra. Obviously, there is a famous national monument and is one of the 7-wonders-of-the-world. The Taj Mahal. It was really beautiful and I was in awe of it. I was really thankful to finally get to see the Taj Mahal. We also went in to see the tomb of Shah Jahan and his wife. We were not allowed to take any photos inside but I secretly took some, without anyone knowing.
After Agra, we went to Jaipur. Jaipur was the place I hated most as I suffered Diahorrea. It was serious and I had to take some pills to ease off. When we came back to New Delhi, we had to rehearse for the March Past in the PM Rally. We did this for two days, and also did some shopping. The next night was the night where we had dinner with the DG Of the Indian NCC, and the food there was truly scrumptious. That was also the night where I shook hands with the Defence Minister and the Commandant of NCC, LTC Adrian Koh. It was truly a great honor. Moreover, he was very kind and spoke to us pleasantly. On one of the days, we also had a cultural performance in front of all the YEP Cadets, Officers, and the Indian NCC cadets. We were dressed in our ethnic costumes (I wore a baju) and we did a performance on Di Tanjong Katong and Di Mana Dia. The best part was when we were doing the performance on Di mana Dia. When it came to the Chan Mali Chan, Hoi Hoi part, all the Indian NCC cadets and even some of the officers were echoing Hoi Hoi after us. I could swear that Commandant was laughing his guts out. And please don't ask me how they knew the Hoi Hoi part. I too am still trying to figure that out.
On Wednesday of the second week in India, we went to the IRD. Security was very tight as there were suspicions of terrorist attacks. And just for your info, 6 prisoners had escaped from prison just before the parade.The parade was great and we got to see over 30-40 contingents marching past us. They also displayed some of their weapons which were truly huge and remarkable! The whole parade lasted for about 2.5 hours.
We, the YEP cadets, also visited the president's house to have tea. It was a great experience to get to see the place that she lived in. Yes, the president of India is a lady. After that we took part in a march past in the PM's Rally, and we got to see the Prime Minister, Dr. Manmohan Singh, upclose. We had to tilt our heads while marching, and he saluted us in response. Later afterwords, we went to the the place that he lived at and had tea there as well. On the last night, it was sad, as some of us had difficulties in leaving our new found friends behind. We exchanged phone numbers, E-Mail addresses and promised to stay in touch.
So that pretty much raps up the whole trip. There's plenty more, but I'm afraid that I just can't remember the exact details. ALL the cadets that were there were really kind and gentle. They really liked us a lot. Especially the Indian cadets. We had lots of chances to talk to them and they were extremely friendly. The next cadet from bendemeer who goes for this trip, is gonna have a great time. I hope to go there once again.
Here are some pics of the trip:
Yours truly,
YEP Cadet SSG Thinesh John,
Unit Sergeant Major,
Bendemeer NCC.
Updated Posts For 2010
USM: SSG Thinesh John
ASM: SSG Nur Sholihin
Part A:
PS: SSG Lu Yao Wei
APS: 3SG Muhd Hafiz
Section Commanders:
2SG Tan Li Hao
3SG Daryl Lee
3SG Ken Gui
Part B:
PS: SSG Sakthiswaran
APS: 2SG Ameresh V.N.
Section Commanders:
3SG Muhd Sufyan
3SG Lim Liang Yin
2SG Tan Jek Keat
Part C:
PS: SSG Alvin Kan
APS: 2SG Wilson Kua
Part D:
PS: SSG Thinesh John
APS: SSG Nur Sholihin
Physical Training Instructors:
2SG Tan Li Hao
3SG Muhd Sufyan
Medic:
2SG Tan Jek Keat
Quarter-Master:
3SG Ericsson
2SG Tan Li Hao
*NOTE: Posts may differ if due to lack of Manpower
With Regards,
SSG Thinesh John,
Unit Sergeant Major,
Bendemeer NCC.
ASM: SSG Nur Sholihin
Part A:
PS: SSG Lu Yao Wei
APS: 3SG Muhd Hafiz
Section Commanders:
2SG Tan Li Hao
3SG Daryl Lee
3SG Ken Gui
Part B:
PS: SSG Sakthiswaran
APS: 2SG Ameresh V.N.
Section Commanders:
3SG Muhd Sufyan
3SG Lim Liang Yin
2SG Tan Jek Keat
Part C:
PS: SSG Alvin Kan
APS: 2SG Wilson Kua
Part D:
PS: SSG Thinesh John
APS: SSG Nur Sholihin
Physical Training Instructors:
2SG Tan Li Hao
3SG Muhd Sufyan
Medic:
2SG Tan Jek Keat
Quarter-Master:
3SG Ericsson
2SG Tan Li Hao
*NOTE: Posts may differ if due to lack of Manpower
With Regards,
SSG Thinesh John,
Unit Sergeant Major,
Bendemeer NCC.
Sunday, January 17, 2010
Outward Bound Sabah
During the holidays, i went to OBS sabah for a 12 day expedition. There were 3 expeditions, the kayaking expedition, sailing expedition and the Crocker range expedition.
Kayaking expedition
We were split into groups and my group name was Mat Salleh, a group named after a Legendary warrior. So before we set of for the kayaking expedition, we were given basic supplies such as water, cooking ingredients and ground sheets for the expedition, we were responsible for our own group's item. so we set off for the expedition early in the morning. before that we were taught the basics of kayaking, we were paired up and used the double kayak. The kayaking was tough, we had to kayak against the waves and many of us got sea sick. After 3 hours of kayaking, we reached the destination and were faced with one more challenge, to get to shore, we had to get to the beach without capsizing in the break water, the waves were huge and violent so me and my partner capsized along with the rest of my group members. As soon as we reached our camp site, we had to prepare food,fire and the tent before it gets dark. We had to use the machete to cut our own wood for fire. So in the night we were told many stories by our instructor.Sleeping was near impossible as we were being bitten by mosquitoes and millipides so we spent only a few hours sleeping.The next morning we had to kayak in the river, we had to kayak upstream, it was really demoralising when we went into the swamps, there were ALOT of mosquitoes and spiders and they would often go into the kayak and bite. And the smell was terrible, the water was terrible too. After a few hours in the swamp we finnally reached the huge resevoir, the water was soo fresh that we could just drink it, so we ended our kayakng expedition soon after reaching a village and we were picked up to the OBS head quarters by a small bus.
Sailing Expedition
Before going on the expedition, we were briefed on the different parts of the sailboat and on how to move the sailboat, our sailboat was a 'Whaler' a sailboat that could fit 12 people. So we had to plan our own course to go to an island. However, there was very little wind so we had to row all the way to the island, on the island our centreboard got stuck in the corals so we had to swim to shore. The water was beautifull and there was alot of beautifull corals. Despite being warned about the jellyfish, one of my group member got stung by one.So we had to prepare for the night. We were unprepared, there was a storm and we tried our best to keep the fire alive by sheltering the fire with our groundsheet but the wind was too strong, we were freezing, because of the rain and the strong winds, our intructors told us to wear our lifejacket to keep warm, it worked but it was still cold. We had our dinner in the freezing rain. When the storm subsided, we soaked and our tents were soaked too. The night was far more worst, we were being bitten by sand flies and some weird insect so once again, sleeping was near impossible.In the morning, we had very little for our breakfast because our food supplies were soaked and we couldnt use them as they were damaged by the storm. so we had to row back to OBS headquarters.
Crocker range Expedition
Crocker range is the name of a range in Sabah, its soo long that it takes a few months if one wants to really hike the whole range. But we only hiked for 4 days before going back to the OBS headquarters. The hike was very very very very very challenging, both mentally and physically, we were faced with many challenges such as the risk of getting lost and wild animals such as, wild dogs,snakes and spiders which we had encountered during the hikes. The scenery was beautifull, and at night, it was freezing cold as it was 6000ft above sea level, we also faced challenges such as collecting firewood and the rationing of food. We passed by a few villages and we got to know them too, they were friendly and welcoming, we even did batter trade with them.Sabah, to me is the best place that i have ever been to.
-SSGT sholihin
Sailing Expedition
Before going on the expedition, we were briefed on the different parts of the sailboat and on how to move the sailboat, our sailboat was a 'Whaler' a sailboat that could fit 12 people. So we had to plan our own course to go to an island. However, there was very little wind so we had to row all the way to the island, on the island our centreboard got stuck in the corals so we had to swim to shore. The water was beautifull and there was alot of beautifull corals. Despite being warned about the jellyfish, one of my group member got stung by one.So we had to prepare for the night. We were unprepared, there was a storm and we tried our best to keep the fire alive by sheltering the fire with our groundsheet but the wind was too strong, we were freezing, because of the rain and the strong winds, our intructors told us to wear our lifejacket to keep warm, it worked but it was still cold. We had our dinner in the freezing rain. When the storm subsided, we soaked and our tents were soaked too. The night was far more worst, we were being bitten by sand flies and some weird insect so once again, sleeping was near impossible.In the morning, we had very little for our breakfast because our food supplies were soaked and we couldnt use them as they were damaged by the storm. so we had to row back to OBS headquarters.
Crocker range Expedition
Crocker range is the name of a range in Sabah, its soo long that it takes a few months if one wants to really hike the whole range. But we only hiked for 4 days before going back to the OBS headquarters. The hike was very very very very very challenging, both mentally and physically, we were faced with many challenges such as the risk of getting lost and wild animals such as, wild dogs,snakes and spiders which we had encountered during the hikes. The scenery was beautifull, and at night, it was freezing cold as it was 6000ft above sea level, we also faced challenges such as collecting firewood and the rationing of food. We passed by a few villages and we got to know them too, they were friendly and welcoming, we even did batter trade with them.Sabah, to me is the best place that i have ever been to.
-SSGT sholihin
Friday, January 15, 2010
Changes Of Posts
Hey guys, there'll be a temporary change of posts for two weeks, whilst I'm away on the NCC India Republic Day trip. So here are the modified posts:
USM: SSG Nur Sholihin
ASM: SSG Alvin
Part A:
PS: SSG Lu Yao Wei
APS: 3SG Hafiz
Part B:
PS: SSG Sakthiswaran
APS: 2SG Ameresh V. Nair
Part C:
PS: 2SG Wilson
APS: 3SG Liang Yin
With Regards,
SSG Thinesh John,
Unit Sergeant Major,
Bendemeer NCC
USM: SSG Nur Sholihin
ASM: SSG Alvin
Part A:
PS: SSG Lu Yao Wei
APS: 3SG Hafiz
Part B:
PS: SSG Sakthiswaran
APS: 2SG Ameresh V. Nair
Part C:
PS: 2SG Wilson
APS: 3SG Liang Yin
With Regards,
SSG Thinesh John,
Unit Sergeant Major,
Bendemeer NCC
Sunday, January 3, 2010
Part B Trg Camp 2009
Hi everyone,
Happy New Year to all of you!:)
Thanks for all the support you have given to the teacher officers and the effort you have put in in making each training activity a success.
I am very happy to see this blog going strong and hope that it will be around for many more years to come. Go, bookmark this site, check for updates regularly, look at the videos and photos, remind yourself of all the fun that you've had and the lessons you've learnt in BSS NCC!
Below are the pics and videos from Part B Training Camp 2009.
Congrats again to all the Part Bs who participated.....hope you learnt something there.
Thanks to the Part Ds who ran the camp.....I'm sure you learnt some things too!;)
CO
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Happy New Year to all of you!:)
Thanks for all the support you have given to the teacher officers and the effort you have put in in making each training activity a success.
I am very happy to see this blog going strong and hope that it will be around for many more years to come. Go, bookmark this site, check for updates regularly, look at the videos and photos, remind yourself of all the fun that you've had and the lessons you've learnt in BSS NCC!
Below are the pics and videos from Part B Training Camp 2009.
Congrats again to all the Part Bs who participated.....hope you learnt something there.
Thanks to the Part Ds who ran the camp.....I'm sure you learnt some things too!;)
CO
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Wednesday, December 30, 2009
Last Few Trainings
As all of you probably know, Orientation would be on the 9th January 2010. So, throughout the whole of next week, we WILL will be having trainings. Here are the dates:
4/1/10
PDS Training.
IC: SSG Alvin Kan
Duration: 1445hrs - 1730hrs
Attire: Half/Full School Uniform
( PDS in half no.4 )
5/1/10, 6/1/10, 7/1/10
PDS, Flag Party Training.
IC: SSG Thinesh John, C/OFFicers
Duration: 1445hrs - 1730hrs
Attire: Half/Full School Uniform
( PDS in half no.4 )
8/1/10
PDS, Flag Party, Booth Training.
IC: SSG Sholihin, C/OFFicers
Duration: 1400hrs - 1730hrs
Attire: Half/Full School Uniform
( PDS in half no.4 )
If you have any questions to ask about the trainings, please call me, SSG Thinesh John, at 97260701. Please attend all trainings. In the meantime, do concentrate on your school homework and in your studies.
Wishing everyone a happy new year,
SSG Thinesh John,
Unit Sergeant Major,
Bendemeer NCC
4/1/10
PDS Training.
IC: SSG Alvin Kan
Duration: 1445hrs - 1730hrs
Attire: Half/Full School Uniform
( PDS in half no.4 )
5/1/10, 6/1/10, 7/1/10
PDS, Flag Party Training.
IC: SSG Thinesh John, C/OFFicers
Duration: 1445hrs - 1730hrs
Attire: Half/Full School Uniform
( PDS in half no.4 )
8/1/10
PDS, Flag Party, Booth Training.
IC: SSG Sholihin, C/OFFicers
Duration: 1400hrs - 1730hrs
Attire: Half/Full School Uniform
( PDS in half no.4 )
If you have any questions to ask about the trainings, please call me, SSG Thinesh John, at 97260701. Please attend all trainings. In the meantime, do concentrate on your school homework and in your studies.
Wishing everyone a happy new year,
SSG Thinesh John,
Unit Sergeant Major,
Bendemeer NCC
Thursday, December 24, 2009
Trainings
Hey all, please note that there will be training on the following dates:
28/12/09,
29/12/09,
30/12/09.
Please make sure that you guys turn up for the training sessions. If you're absent or you can't make it, please inform me, SSG Thinesh John at 97260701. Please report by 0900hrs (For specs, 0830hrs). Be in your No.4 attire with beret. Half-uniform is also allowed. We have to convince as much people as we can to join NCC in 2010!
See you then!
SSG Thinesh John,
Unit Sergeant Major,
Bendemeer NCC
28/12/09,
29/12/09,
30/12/09.
Please make sure that you guys turn up for the training sessions. If you're absent or you can't make it, please inform me, SSG Thinesh John at 97260701. Please report by 0900hrs (For specs, 0830hrs). Be in your No.4 attire with beret. Half-uniform is also allowed. We have to convince as much people as we can to join NCC in 2010!
See you then!
SSG Thinesh John,
Unit Sergeant Major,
Bendemeer NCC
Saturday, December 19, 2009
Precision Drill Squad
Those in PDS, please practice at home with an umbrella!!!
We will not be having training until Thursday.
Therefore it is crucial for all of you to practice at home your moves until the next meeting.
Remember, the most important thing about PDS is our sharp movements and timing.
Im going to spam PDS videos and please please please learn from them!
okay.... im not asking all of u to be exactly like them(especially the last vid)
just take note of the simple things like how to execute simple arm, slapping thigh properly...
till then, i shall see u guys on thursday.
C/OFFR Muhd Ashraf
We will not be having training until Thursday.
Therefore it is crucial for all of you to practice at home your moves until the next meeting.
Remember, the most important thing about PDS is our sharp movements and timing.
Im going to spam PDS videos and please please please learn from them!
okay.... im not asking all of u to be exactly like them(especially the last vid)
just take note of the simple things like how to execute simple arm, slapping thigh properly...
till then, i shall see u guys on thursday.
C/OFFR Muhd Ashraf
Thursday, December 17, 2009
Training on 24/12/09
Hey peeps, there'll be training for those involved in the orientation on 24/12/09. Cadets are to report by 0900 hrs as usual . As for specs, please report by 0810 hrs latest. Be in your No.4 with Beret and bring along a t-shirt. No late comers. If you can't make it or you have questions pertaining to the training then, don't hesitate to call me, SSG Thinesh John, at 83434060.
See you then!
SSG Thinesh John,
Unit Sergeant Major,
Bendemeer NCC
See you then!
SSG Thinesh John,
Unit Sergeant Major,
Bendemeer NCC
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