Pathfinder 2009 - Jaffnese Co

MISSION
We are more than a
Co-operative Society, dedicated to providing
quality services to meet the economic and social
needs of our members in particular, and
Malaysians of Jaffnese origin in general.
Vol 19 Issue 1 (for members only) Koperasi Jaffnese Berhad (Estd. 1924)
September, 2009
JCS has a new landmark
Koperasi Jaffnese Berhad has bought a unit of three storey of shop-office
premises which has a total floor area of 4,226 square feet. The purchase
price of the said unit is RM1,069,988/- and is located in M Avenue which is
being developed as a commercial centre comprising of 62 blocks of buildings
with 194 parcels of shop office.
M Avenue is located between Jalan Segambut and Jalan Yang Emas and is
accessible with links to the LDP, Penchala Link, MRR2 and NKVE highways. The
new commercial centre will be further enhanced with the proposed upgrading
of Jalan Segambut into a six lane dual carriage way. The DUKE highway is
the latest access link to the M Avenue Commercial Centre. It is expected to
be a high growth catchment area within the vicinity of Mont’ Kiara and Sri
Hartamas/Kepong.
The frontage of each shop-office unit comes with extensive glass windows
to maximise exposure and a 14 feet high ceiling for a classy ambience. The
property is expected to be ready for delivery by October 2009. Each unit of 3
floors is expected to yield a total rental of about RM6,000/- per month which
yields a higher return compared to the bank fixed deposit rate.
INSIDE
Page
JCS Has A New Landmark
1
Looking Back 22 Years Ago 2
KJB Annual General Meeting 2009
3
Kuala Lumpur And JCS –
Going Back In Time 5
Accounts Of KJB 8
Book Launch 10
Educational Loans/ Scholarship 13
Negeri Sembilan
Ceylonese Association 16
The Good Old Days 17
Annual Gen. Meeting Of The
Youth And Ladies Committee 2009 32
Are We Caring? 35
JCS Encourages Senior Citizens
To Be Computer Literate 37
We Always Care For JCS Members 38
JCS Youths Get Together
Dinner 2009 40
Disasters
44
JCS District Gen. Meeting 2009 45
Selamat Hari Raya
Aidil Fitri
Happy Deepavali
General view of M Avenue
Merry Christmas
Happy and Prosperous
New Year
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Location Plan
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LOOKING BACK – 22 YEARS AGO
(Extracted from JCS Newsletter Vol. 4 Issue 2 – July 1987)
JCS CONDUCTS A SUCCESSFUL WORKCAMP FOR MEMBERS CHILDREN
22 years has gone by and all
those participants of the workcamp would be in their 30’s or
early 40’s. Please tell us how this
workcamp has contributed to your
self-development.
The Editorial Board may consider
publishing your response in the next
issue of PATHFINDER
Participants of JCS work-camp 1987
Date : 12th to 17th April, 1987 Venue : 8th Residential College University Malaya
List of Participants
No
Name
District No
Name
District
1
Ms Anushia Pathmanathan
Kuala Lumpur 27
Ms Raja Sothi Raja Sapai
Kuantan
2
Mr T. Aravinda Nathan
Petaling Jaya 28
Mr Ravikumar Mahadevan
Kuantan
3
Mr T. Arivindan
Kuala Selangor 29
Ms Renuka Chinniah Ahnantakrishnan
Petaling Jaya
4
Mr T. Arjunan
Seremban
30
Mr Ruseeran Kualaratnam
Seremban
5
Mr R. Balamurugan
Brickfields
31
Mr Saravanan Santhirajan
Petaling Jaya
6
Ms Chitra Balasingam
Petaling Jaya
32
Mr Satchithananthan Sarvananthan
Brickfields
7
Mr Danendra Markandu Nithianandan
Klang
33
Ms Shamala Panchacharan
Cheras
8
Mr Dhanaraj Sivasampu
Seremban
34
Ms Shamala Sukerathavan
Brickfields
9
Mr Edmund Sashi Hunt
Kuantan
35
Mr Shanmugabalan Brickfields
Shanmuganathan
10
Ms Gandimathi Anandha Nadarajah
Petaling Jaya
36
Ms Shanthi Kanagasingham
Kuala Lumpur
11
Mr Gnanananda Ahnantakrishnan
Petaling Jaya
37
Ms Shanthini Sivapathasundram
Kuantan
12
Ms Gouri Balachandran
Sentul
38
Ms Sharmala Sharvanandan
Petaling Jaya
13
Ms Heimala Seevaratnam
Ipoh
39
Ms Shree Vishna Rasiah
Gombak
14
Ms Jothi Shanmuganathan
Petaling Jaya
40
Mr Sivaruban Satgunasingham
Petaling Jaya
15
Ms Kala Thevi Balasingam
Kuala Lumpur
41
Ms S. Sukanthini Kuala Lumpur
16
Mr Kamaleswaran Kanagalingam
Bahau (N.S.)
42
Mr Suraj Paramasivam Bangsar
17
Mr Kanarasan Ghandinesan
Klang
43
Mr Thamaneethan Selvarajah
Petaling Jaya
18
Ms Kishenti Pararajasingam
Petaling Jaya
44
Ms Umah Thevi Rajalingam
Cheras
19
Mr Lawrence Logandran Hunt
Kuantan
45
Ms Vanitha Sivananthan
Petaling Jaya
20
Mr Logendra Stanley Ponniah
Kuala Lumpur
46
Ms Vasantha Jeyarajah
Petaling Jaya
21
Mr Nanthakumar Pararajasingam
Petaling Jaya
47
Mr Vicknesan Ayadurai
Ampang
22
Mr Nerrena Nithianandan
Klang
48
Mr Vijayan Balasubramaniam
Seremban
23
Ms Noreena Nalani Chandrasegaran
Shah Alam
49
Ms Vinothini Masilamoney
Petaling Jaya
24
Mr Pathmanathan Ganesh
Kuala Lumpur
50
Ms Yogenthini Ananda
Ipoh
25
Mr Pathmanathan Visakan
Kuala Lumpur
51
Ms Yogeetha Ramanathan
Petaling Jaya
26
Ms Praemeena Poobalan
Petaling Jaya
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KJB Annual General Meeting 2009
The 78th Annual General Meeting cum 12th Annual Delegates Meeting of
Koperasi Jaffnese Bhd was held on 31st May, 2009 at Maktab Kerjasama
Malaysia, Jln Templer, Petaling Jaya. The meeting was attended by 93
delegates out of a total number of 101 delegates eligible to attend.
Mr P. Vamathevan AMN (Ex-President JCS) was duly elected by the
House as Chairman to chair the meeting and conduct the business
for the day.
The Pengerusi Lembaga Mr P. Satguna Rajah in his opening address
urged the members of the younger generation to play an active
role in JCS. He hoped that there will be greater participation at the
Kawasan General Meetings scheduled in 2010 and that they would
offer themselves to be elected as delegates to serve for the ensuing 2
year term. Earlier at the 2009 District AGM exercise, he has expressed
similar sentiments. He said that he planned a phase out with a view to
effect a gradual change at Board level and to ensure smooth transition.
More delegates from the younger group would mean that there would
be an availability of a wider choice in the selection of suitable members
to the Board of Management. The decision rests with members who at
the next Kawasan General Meeting would exercise their rights to fulfill
the aspiration of the Pengerusi KJB, Mr P. Satguna Rajah. The ball is
at the feet of the members. Let us wait and see.
In his address Mr P. Satguna Rajah also touched on other issues and
resolutions which were scheduled to be tabled at the AGM.
The following were duly elected to the Board for a 3 year term.
1. Mr A. Jeyaratnam 07909
3. Mr M. Mahadavan 13307
2. Mr K. Vijayasuriar 11368
4. Dr E. Sivananthan 17473
Later in the day the Board at its 1st meeting of the 79th Board of
Management elected the undermentioned as Secretary & Treasurer
respectively:1. Mr N. Rajasvaran
- Secretary
2. Mr M. Mahadavan
- Treasurer
The newcomer to the Board is Dr E. Sivananthan a/l Elagupillay.
He was born in Taiping and had his secondary education at the Malacca
High School. He graduated from USM in 1982 with Bachelor of Science
with Education (Hons) degree. In 1993 M. Sc. in Wildlife Management,
West Virginia University USA. In 2005 he obtained PhD in natural
Resource Management, Idaho USA.
He is currently the Director of Ecotourism Division Department of
Wild Life & National Parks, Cheras and is responsible for planning and
coordinating ecotourism activities.
He has published more than 30 articles in National Iinternational
journals.
In 1989, he was awarded Bintang Cemerlang Kedah (BCK) by DYMM
Sultan of Kedah.
He is a member of JCS since 25.02.1987 (22 years).
Board of Management 2009/2010
Seated (L to R)
Mr N. Rajasvaran (Secretary)
Mr M. Mahadavan, (Treasurer)
Mr P. Satguna Rajah (Pengerusi)
Mr K. Thuraisingam (Naib Pengerusi)
Ms K. Parimala
Standing (L to R)
Mr S. Kumarasamy,
Mr A. Jeyaratnam,
Mr K. Vijayasuriar,
Mr S. Makeswaran,
Dr E. Sivananthan,
Mr N. Nithiyanantham and
Mr A. Paramsothy
One-day STUDY SMART PROGRAMME – This programme for students of PMR and SPM 2009 was conducted on
6th September, 2009 at KLIE HQ No. 17B 1st Floor, Jalan Petaling Utama 11, Jln Klang Lama, Petaling Jaya. A total
of 13 students attended the training programme.
Picture : Standing (L to R) Kavitha Lakshmi Vijaretnam,
Navin Raj Vijaretnam, Ashwin Prasanthy Jeyachandran,
Koguleshun Subramaniam, Omvknesh Kunaseelan,
Nur Aqila bte Jan Mamat, Lishantra Dewi Ravendran,
Aruna Dhevi Vijaretnam
Seated (L to R) Shakteesh Kumar Selva Kumar,
Navean Jeyapalan, Khaiswariya Jeyapalan,
S. Jeyaraman M. Ed (Trainer)
Rajeshi a/p R. Cumaravadivale @ Laevinia Vijayaratnam
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Madam Nagasundram Nadarajah attains Sivapatham
Madam Nagasundram Nadarajah whose name carries a JCS
Education Trust Fund, passed away peacefully on 6th July, 2009.
She was 77 years old. The grand old
lady known for her witty lines and
humbleness has always obliged us
to present the Education Fund award
cheques to the recipient students. One
such student on receiving the cheque
said that she was deeply honoured and
blessed to receive the cheque from a
lady of Grandma status.
The Nagasundram Nadarajah
Education Fund was established pursuant to a Trust Deed
dated 13thNovember, 1994. It was established by Dato’ Seri N.
Thiagarajah, fondly known as Dato Seri N.T. Rajah who is one
of her beloved sons. It was established with a view to perpetuate
his beloved mother’s name and to fulfill her aspiration to help
financially our community children who are aspiring to be
medical doctors. The fund was started off with a contribution
of RM100,021.00.
The income yielded from the contribution is made available for
granting loans to pursue a course in medicine in any of the local
universities or local institution of higher learning leading to the
Degree of MBBS or its equivalent degree. The loans are given
to qualified persons i.e. JCS members or members children.
JCS has disbursed a total of RM20,000/- to two students who
have since qualified as medical doctors.
Madam Nagasundram ‘s husband the late Mr V. Nadarajah
was serving in Municipality, Kuala Lumpur now known as
Dewan Bandaraya, Kuala Lumpur. They have seven sons and
two daughters.
Although she is no more with us, her name will always
reverberate everytime the Nagasundram Nadarajah Education
award is presented to the student who is selected for the
award.
Our sincere and heartfelt condolences to the bereaved family.
We pray that her soul attains eternal bliss
Seremban District Loses a Good Collector
Seremban District has lost a good
district collector, Mr K. Selladurai
ANS PMC PJK who passed away
peacefully in his sleep on 9th April,
2009. We wish to place on record our
appreciation for his dedicated service
to Koperasi Jaffnese Berhad and to the
members of the Seremban District.
The late Mr K. Selladurai was an ex
bank employee and was involved in a number of voluntary
organisations. He had served the Negeri Sembilan Ceylonese
Association as Council Member, Chairman Sports and Games
Committee, Treasurer and Vice President. He also held
positions in other Sports bodies. He was the Treasurer of NS
Hockey Association, NS Athletic Association and NS Cricket
Association. He was also an active member of the NS Indian
Association and the NS Football Association, both as a player
and as an official.
We extend our deepest sympathies and condolences to the
bereaved family.
May his soul rest in peace
From Seremban District
Tribute to the late Mr K. Dharmarajasingam DNS PPN ANS PMC PJK
The untimely demise of Mr K. Dharmarajasingam, the Deputy
President of the Negeri Sembilan Ceylonese Association was
a shock not only to his family but to all his friends.
He was a dynamic person who
discharged his duties efficiently. His
interest was in Football and Hockey.
He was a National Football Referee
and President of the N.S. Football
Referees’ Association. Dharma was
also Manager of Negeri Sembilan
Chempaka Football Team and Council
Member of NS Football Association.
He was appointed as Director of
Development of N.S. Football Association in 2005 and held
the post until his demise.
In Hockey, he was a qualified umpire, Assistant Secretary
NS Hockey Association and Manager, Negeri Sembilan State
Hockey Team (Razak Cup) 1985.
In spite of his busy activites in sports, he found time to
contribute his services to the N.S. Ceylonese Association. He
served as Chairman, Sports and Games Committee, Council
Member and Deputy President. He organised three major
events successfully for the Association. One is the M.T. Lingam
6-a-side Hockey Tournament in 1985, a Lucky Draw in 2001
and the NSCA Centenary Sport Carnival in 2004, when teams
from Johor, Malacca, Perak, Selangor, Wilayah Persekutuan
and Negeri Sembilan participated.
Mr Dharma also represented the Seremban District as a delegate
at the Koperasi Jaffnese Berhad Annual General Meetings
May his soul rest in peace
From Seremban District
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Kuala Lumpur and JCS -Going back in time
By K. Thuraisingam AMN
The city of Kuala Lumpur, from a
muddy confluence of two rivers, about
150 years ago, has now evolved into
Malaysia’s cosmopolitan capital city,
abundant with statuesque buildings,
malls and throbbing nightlife. Going
back in time to the early days of
settlement, records would indicate
that the development took place in and
around the Old Market Square (Medan
Pasar Lama) roughly bounded by
Market Street (Lebuh Pasar Besar) and
Hokkien Street (Medan Pasar Lama).
The Market Square (Medan Pasar)
as the area was previously known
was bustling epicenter of the mining
business in the early days with a market,
wooden gambling halls and a hive of
many other activities.
A great fire in 1881 obliterated the trading
centre. Kapitan China Yap Ah Loy then
constructed new brick buildings. There
were two storey and three storey shop
houses. The three storey shop houses
were built later in 1906/7, incorporating
western decorative motifs and arched
window frames. Today some of the
front facades are being preserved.
Thanks to the timely intervention of
the Malaysian Heritage Trust. One such
shop house is the traditional coffee shop
Sin Seng Nam Restaurant which is still
in business.
Not far from Medan Pasar is the
Cultural Bazaar (Pasar Seni) which
was formerly known as Central Market.
The original market was constructed in
1888-9 to serve the large tin mining
community of Kuala Lumpur. It was
primarily a wet market which sold
seafoods, meats, vegetables and every
day items. The market acquired its Art
Deco style in 1936 under the expansion
plan drawn up by town engineer RH
Seed. Art Deco was very popular in the
1930’s. Among the new features were
a stepped arch and square motif on the
walls. City Hall earmarked the building
for demolition in the early 1980’s but
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the Malaysian Heritage Trust stepped
in to save the building which eventually
became a Cultural Bazaar in 1986’s
and is a popular one stop centre for
handicrafts.
Today the faces and facades of
Kuala Lumpur have changed with
a passage of time. However, the
moghul style buildings of the colonial
core, resplendent with onion shaped
domes, minarets and arches still
remain as historical landmarks and
is centered around Selangor Padang
(Dataran Merdeka). At the confluence
of Gombak River and Klang River is
Masjid Jamek.
Our Jaffnese Co-operative Society
which was established in 1924 is also
immersed in history with its early
activities centred around the Medan
Pasar vicinity.
The year is 1924 and in the annual report
of that year a record of appreciation
was reflected to the Directors of Messrs
People’s Dispensary for the loan of
their premises as an office. The People’s
Dispensary was situated along Foch
Avenue (Jln.Cheng Lock) where the
Oriental Bank Building stands today.
The Good Samaritan of that Dispensary
was the late Dr.K.Thillyampalam. The
Society experienced great inconvenience
for want of a proper place as an office.
The need was felt greater in view of the
growing importance and the increase in
the volume of work. They were looking
for a central place and wanted to
employ permanent staff for the efficient
working of the Society.
In the year 1926, the Society rented
a place on the top floor of Messrs L.
Y. Swee’s premises at No. 31 Old
Market Square what is now known as
Medan Pasar. The rental was $50/-per
month. The members of the Society
had frequently expressed during
conferences and other occasions, the
need for the Society to own a suitable
building which they could call their
own landmark and which the Jaffnese
community could cherish and be proud
of. Thus, the dream became a realty
in 1929, when they purchased the
building at No.10 Old Market Square
(which is the present No.17 Medan
Pasar Building) at a cost of $68,000/-.
So it went down in the annals of history
that the Jaffnese Cooperative Society
was the first urban cooperative society
to invest in land and building. Such a
move paved the way for other societies
to follow our footsteps.
The building was rented out at a
monthly rental ($380), to the tenants
who had been renting out the premises
for a considerable numbers of years.
The Society’s office then moved from
No.31 Old Market Square to No. 10
Java Street (Mountbatten Road) which
is now known as Jalan Tun Perak. The
Society acquired No. 25 Mountbatten
Road (No. 10 Tun Perak) K.L. on
17/1/49 at a cost of $70,475. In January
1992, the property was sold for RM1.1
million against the wishes of some
member’s. However it was a necessary
move to improve the Society’s cash flow
as a result of write off of the investment
in CCB.
The present office of the SocietyWisma JCS is located at No. 40 Jalan
Tun Sambanthan 3, Brickfields, Kuala
Lumpur. It’s a 4½ storey (now 5
storey) building purchased at a price
of RM1.203 million in 1984. The
building was officially declared open
on 11/11/84 by an elder member of our
community the late Mr M. Selvadurai,
who joined the Society in 1924. The
Society’s office moved into the present
premises in November 1984 from No.
17 Medan Pasar, which the Society
occupied since 1982 and prior to this,
the Society operated from No. 10 Jln.
Tun Perak.
More doors are opened with
“please” than with keys
17 Medan Pasar
J.C.S.’s first building
25 Mountbatten Road
Mr T. Jayakrishna Retires from the KJB Board
Mr T. Jayakrishna a member of the Board of Management was
eligible to seek re-election at the last AGM held on 31.05.2009.
However, he did not seek re-relection. He is the youngest
member who volunteered to serve in the Board. He served on
the Board as Treasurer from 2000 for 7 years. He relinquished
his post on 20.05.2007 and continued to serve in the Board
for the remaining period of the 3 year term which ended on
31.05.09. Mr T. Jayakrishna, during the tenure of his service
both as Treasurer and Board member, served the Society with
dedication and full of commitment. He relinquished the post
of treasurer citing his own work and family commitment and
that he no longer could afford to continue to serve JCS with
his continued commitment to the desired level. Mr Jayakrishna
holds professional degrees in Accounting (ACCA), Computer
Science (British Computer Society) and MBA from University of
Malaya. He is currently the Chief Administrator of Tun Hussein
Onn Eye Hospital. The Board of Management has indeed
lost the services of a member whose knowledge and skills in
management, Accounting and computer fields were beneficial
to the Society. He has an analytical mind and does not hesitate
to give his views pointing out the pros and cons of that issues
and its far reaching effect it would have on the Society. The
Pengerusi and the members of the Board appreciate his
services to JCS and thank him for his valuable contributions
rendered to the Society during the tenure of his services both
as Treasurer & Board member. We wish him every success in
all his future undertakings.
Imagination is more important than knowledge
- Albert Einstein
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CORRECTIONS
Pathfinder Volume 18, Issue 1, October, 2008
PAGE 17A. HIGHER EDUCATION AWARDS 2008
The academic qualification published does not mention the class of award under which the award was given. We humbly apologise for the omission which is duly rectified and should read as follows:
S/No:
Name
District
Academic Qualification
1 Dr Sivabalan a/l Balakrishnan
Bkt. Mertajam Hons. 2nd class (upper)
Doctor of Medicine, Gadjah Mada University, Jogjakarta, Indonesia.
2
Hons. 1st class
Bachelor in Information Technology, University Tenaga Nasional Malaysia
Sharmela Devi a/p
Ipoh
C. Ehambaranathan
3 Menaka a/p Sivapalan
Ipoh
Hons. 1st class
Bachelor in Information Technology, University of Malaya
4 Umawathy a/p Techanamurthy Kajang
Hons. 1st class
Bachelor in Computer Science, University Teknikal Malaysia, Melaka
5 Anne Patricia a/p George
Klang
M. Ponniah
Hons. 1st class
Bachelor of Pharmacy, University of South Australia
6
Hons. 2nd class (upper)
B.A. in English Language, University Pertanian Malaysia
Rasalingam a/l Vaithilingam
Klang
7 Ruben a/l Krishnanandan
Melaka
Hons. 1st class
Bachelor of Economics and Finance, Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology, Australia
8 Gowri a/p Kanagasabapathy
Seremban
Hons. 2nd class (upper)
Bachelor of Science, University of Malaya
9 Dr Vasini a/p Arumugam
Taiping
Hons. 2nd class (upper)
Doctor of Medicine Crimea State Medical University, Ukraine
10 Dr Pravin Thiruchelvam
Klang
Hons. 2nd class (upper)
Doctor of Medicine, University Padjadjaran Bandung Jaya, Indonesia
11 Yogini a/p Satkunananthasivam Petaling Jaya
Hons. 1st class
Bachelor of Education, International Islamic University Malaysia
12 Dr Prema a/p Sivalingarajah
Petaling Jaya
Hons. 2nd class (upper)
Doctor of Medicine, Crimea State Medical University, Ukraine
13 Renuka Devi a/p Nadarajah
Seremban
Hons. 1st class
Bachelor of Education, International Islamic University Malaysia
CORRECTIONS
Pathfinder Volume 18, Issue 1, October, 2008
PAGE 18
C. SIJIL PELAJARAN MALAYSIA AWARD 2008
The 1st photo of the last row of photos
The name ‘DARSHINI A/P SIVARASA’ should read ‘DARSHINI A/P SIVANESON’
PAGE 21
D. PENILAIAN MENENGAH RENDAH AWARD 2008 SEREMBAN 3A’s
The photograph appearing under the caption : ‘DHARSHINI A/P DHARMARAJASINGAM’ is not that of DHARSHINI.
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E. UJIAN PENCAPAIAN SEKOLAH RENDAH AWARDS 2008
Last row of photos: MASTER ARRAN SATHANANTHAR of Kuantan District has scored 5A’s and not as published.
We sincerely apologise for the errors and any inconvenience caused is regretted.
CONGRATULATION
photo’s put on request
BRICKFIELDS
SHANTINI A/P SHANMUGANATHAN
2ND CLASS HONOUR’S UPPER
BACHELOR OF EDUCATION (TESL)
UNIVERSITY MALAYA
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KLUANG
PREMA LATHA A/P SATHIYA KUMAR
BACHELOR OF ELECTRICAL AND
ELECTRONICS ENGINEERING (Hons.)
UNIVERSITY TENAGA NASIONAL
5. Accounts of KJB
KJB UNAUDITED PROFIT AND LOSS ACCOUNT FOR THE 6 MONTHS ENDED
30th JUNE, 2009
REVENUE
INTEREST INCOME
Loans to Members
Fixed Deposits
Current Account
OTHER INCOME
Commission on Insurance
Dividends
Rental (Note 1)
Gain/(Loss) on disposal of investment
Misc
31,150.27
TOTAL INCOME
EXPENDITURE
ADMINISTRATIVE EXPENSES
Assessment and Quit Rent
Affiliation fees
Depreciation
Electricity and Water
E.P.F and Socso
Meeting Expenses:
* AGM and Kawasan/District Meeting
* District / Youth / Ladies Committees
Medical
Professional Fee
Pathfinder / Newsletter
Printing and Stationery
Salaries and Allowances
Security Services
Incentive Award – Membership
Seminar/Course
Telephone and Postage
Web Site
Insurance
Legal Expenses
Allowances :
* Board Members
* District Secretaries/Collectors
* Internal Auditors
Upkeep and Maintenance of :
* Building and Office
* Computers
* Equipment / Furniture
Misc
FINANCE EXPENSES
Bank Charges
Interest : Special Deposit
Service Charges (Angkasa)
RM
270,950.98
2,732.31
4,961.22
50.90
32,063.31
174,505.09
95,508.80
611,922.88
2,114.48
450.00
27,457.92
6,446.72
12,296.80
104,164.24
1,046.30
835.00
12,986.47
101,077.98
450.00
393.90
311.44
8,522.31
2,493.06
5,672.49
905.10
25,040.00
10,402.02
9,300.00
3,633.83
22,124.90
1,588.00
1,390.44
39.74
5,428.07
(0.12)
TOTAL EXPENDITURE
366,571.09
SURPLUS FOR 6 MONTHS
245,351.79
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KJB UNAUDITED BALANCE SHEET AS AT 30th JUNE, 2009
RM
LIABILITIES
Members Subscription
Capital Reserve Fund
Other Funds
Retained Profit
Statutory Reserve Fund
Dividend Equalisation Reserve
Members Deposit
Other Creditors & Accrued Liabilities
19,217,937.86
367,729.49
432,923.37
403,468.79
1,150,271.45
50,601.39
605,903.65
384,381.16
TOTAL LIABILITIES
22,613,217.16
ASSETS
Land & Building [Leasehold & Freehold property (cost)]
Land & Building [ Wisma JCS – (NBV)]
Other Fixed Assets (NBV)
Investments
Loans to Members
Other Debtors, Deposits & Prepayments
Fixed Deposits with Licensed Banks
Cash and Bank Balances
TOTAL ASSETS
6,366,235.43
699,755.62
165,985.75
2,634,298.68
7,793,285.79
100,049.82
3,780,580.76
1,073,025.31
22,613,217.16
NOTES
1. Rental Income from properties are net payments made towards assessment, quit rent, fire insurance
and upkeep & maintenance.
NOTICE
Interest payment of Special Deposits
Members are hereby informed that the rate of interest on Special Deposit for the year 2009 is declared as follows: 1st half
year (Jan – June) 2% p.a., 2nd half year (July to Dec ) 0%pa.
WE REWARD CHILDREN OF MEMBERS
EDUCATIONAL INCENTIVE AWARDS FOR UPSR/PMR/SPM/STPM & A LEVEL/OR EQUIVALENT
EXAMINATIONS 2010 (EXAM YEAR 2009)
Educational Incentive Awards are made to children of members who perform well in their UPSR, PMR, SPM and STPM / A
Level (or equivalent examinations).
Eligibility : Applicant (parent) should be a member in benefit having a continuous membership of 3 years
or more and a subscription credit of RM1,200 or more on the closing date for the award. SPM student must
become a member, upon attaining the age of 18 years, at the time of application for the award. STPM/A Levels
or equivalent student must be a member for at least 6 months as at the closing date of the application for the
award.
Please take note that applicants who do not possess the requisite criteria and qualification will not be considered for the
award. Eligible members who wish to apply for the awards for UPSR, PMR, SPM & STPM/A Level or equivalent can obtain the
application forms from the KJB office or from the District Secretary. UPSR award recipients for year 2007 (exam year 2006)
and PMR award recipients for year 2008 (exam year 2007) will be sent application form automatically within a week before
the date of announcement of the examination results (please contact the office if you do not receive the form). Closing date
to receive the completed application form is 30th June, 2010. Photocopy of the application forms are allowed.
Kindly take note that submitting the application late will result
in the child/member being denied of the award.
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Do first things first and second things none at all.
- Peter F Drucker
Book Launch
A book entitled ‘ Tour of South Indian Temples’ authored by
Mr.K. Thuraisingam AMN ( Vice Chairman JCS) was
officially launched on 24th January 2009 (Saturday) at
7.00pm at Kalamandapam N0.3, Lorong Scott, Kuala
Lumpur. It was launched by Thiru S.Perampalam,
AMN, AMP, PJK, the President, Malaysian Ceylon
Saivites Association ( MCSA) and attended by
about 150 people who are relatives and friends
of the author.
The author Mr.K.Thuraisingam has
visited 27 sacred temples of South
India and collected verbal and written
information about those temples while on
his tour. He wanted to pass the information to
his fellow Hindus about the origins, significance,
pooja times, and major festivals of those temples which
would become helpful during their temple tour. Therefore he
produced this book, which among the many benefits, would
act as a guide when planning their visits to temples.
The 132 page book of A4 size, has about 60 photographs
in colour put on glossy sheets to exalt its appearance. The
book cover was designed by the author’s daughter Ms
Kalarthevi. It has an appealing colour tone and is
divinely impressive.
Apart from this, the book has a few useful
appendices. ‘Hindu Fasts and Festivals’ is
a collection of articles sent to the members
of MCSA periodically. The articles on ‘Hindu
Religion and Temple Worship’ complement the
book by giving a brief insight into Hinduism, temple
construction and structure and the significance of
temple idol worship. The part ‘At a glance’ enumerates
the Pancha Bhutha Sthalas, Panja Sabha, 12 Jyothir
Lingams etc for the purpose of quick reference. Limited
number of copies of this book are available at the MCSA office
( Tel: 603-22742987). The book is available for a donation of
RM20/- which would go towards the Temple Fund.
KJB BY LAW AMENDMENTS
The present KJB By Laws was approved on 21/12/97
consequent to the implementation of the delegate system.
In the year 2005, a slight modification was effected to By
Law No 25(1) (2) & (6) which brought about changes
affecting the quorum for Kawasan Meetings and the
number of delegates per kawasan.
With the establishment of Suruhanjaya Koperasi
Malaysia (SKM), the Cooperative Societies
Act 1993 was amended accordingly and
thereafter it was called Akta Koperasi
1993 (Akta 502) and came into force
with effect from 1st January 2008. As
per the provisions of the Amended Act, all
the Cooperative Societies are given a 2 year
period to amend their respective by laws accordingly
to accommodate the requirements of the new act.
Heavy penalty is being imposed on cooperatives which fail
to amend their respective by laws within the approved time
frame. Suruhanjaya Koperasi Malaysia has circulated to all
the cooperative societies a model by law in which they have
accordingly reflected the required changes that would be
effected to the KJB By Laws. The Board of Management at
the Kawasan Meetings held in 2008 highlighted the important
features of SKM and the general effect it would have on our
Society. Photostat copies of the model By Law of KJB was
circulated to the delegates. The draft by laws of KJB was
scheduled to be tabled at the AGM held in 2008 but however
it was withdrawn in order to give members more time and not
to rush through as the societies are given a two- year period.
Meanwhile the Board of Management has fine tuned the KJB
By Laws making some reference and comparison to By Laws
of other Societies which have already been approved.
At the Annual General Meeting of delegates held on 31/5/09
the draft by laws which was already circulated to the Delegates
was tabled but it was pointed out that the draft by laws had
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not been circulated to the general membership. The Board had
been directed to act accordingly before it is tabled at the
AGM.
KJB has up to 31/12/2009 to amend the
By Laws. It would cost a whopping
RM70,000/- to go through this exercise
observing all formalities and calling for
special meeting at Area levels before tabling
at a Special General Meeting of Delegates.
In order to avoid the costly exercise, KJB has
written a letter to SKM seeking an approval for an
extension of time up to 30/6/2010 in the hope that it
could carry out the required exercise at the next Kawasan
meetings which is normally scheduled from March to May
2010 and then to table it at the Annual General Meeting of
Delegates which would be scheduled to be held 30 days after
the last kawasan meeting.
Meanwhile the Board has decided to send to all the members
the draft by laws. To facilitate ease of reference all amendments
by SKM will be highlighted. Whatever proposals by JCS will
also be indicated accordingly. Amendments reflected in our
by laws in consequent to amendments and new provisions of
the Cooperative Societies Act is a necessity and the Board
merely seeks a formal endorsement, whereas the proposal for
changes by JCS will be subject to approval by the delegates at
the AGM or Special General Meeting.
Members are advised to peruse the draft by laws and are urged
to bring along the draft by laws to their respective Kawasan
Meetings to be held in 2010 for which a 15 days notice of
meeting will be served on all eligible members.
Every member who is in benefit will receive a copy of
the draft UUK
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KJB KUANTAN BRANCH – CULTURAL SHOW
The KJB Kuantan Branch had its District General Meeting on
the 15th of March, 2009 at the Persatuan Ceylon Hall at 12.00
noon.
The Chairman of the KJB Mr P. Satguna Rajah, Secretary Mr
N. Rajasvaran, Treasurer Mr M. Mahadavan and members of
the Board attended the meeting.
The Persatuan Ceylon Hall was full house with members
who turned out in full force, even though it was a Sunday and
the time was quite akward being 12.00 noon. The Kuantan
District Committee took the opportunity to entertain the
members, supporters and all those present, with a simple but a
colourful cultural show. The show comprised of songs by kids,
youngsters, lady members and adults.
The Kuantan District Committee always sees that each group
from kids to the seniors are given chance to go on the stage to
show their hidden talents and showmanships.
The highlight of the cultural show, a drama titled “HAPPY
BIRTHDAY” by the senior members, was a hit with the
members. The theme of the drama which focussed on closely
knit family ties and the due care for the the elders. The dialogue
in the Jaffna slang entertained the audience with much awe.
The other item which caught the members by surprise was the
KOLATTAM which was performed by lady members. The
Ladies with their rhythmic beat of the kolattam (a traditional
dance) in accordance to the beat of the song was well received
by all who attended the function.
There was also a farewell and gift presentation involving two
of our members. They are Mr & Mrs S. Mahathevan who left
Kuantan to Klang. Mr R. Y. Hunt, our District Chairman spoke
about the various services rendered by both the Mahathevans to
the Kuantanites. The Secretary Mrs Sakunthala Sundram also
read a farewell poem about Mrs Mahathevan who tirelessly
served the Persatuan Ceylon, Temples and M.I.C Branch
Kampong Tengah, Kuantan.
The cultural show ended with gift presentation to the kids, KJB
educational award presentation to a UPSR achiever Master
Sudeson followed by the General Meeting. (See photo on page
45)
MRS SAKUNTHALA SUNDRAM
Sec. KJB Kuantan District
A MEMORABLE HOLIDAY TRIP TO CANADA
By Mrs Sakunthala Sundram / Sec. KJB Kuantan District
During the recent visit to our daughters
place in Canada, we made it a point to
visit the most renowned “NIAGARA
FALLS”, besides the sight seeing tour
covering CN Tower, Safari Park, the
famous CASA-LOMA CASTLE, Royal
Ontario museum, Ontario science centre
and the Toronto Zoo, to name a few.
straddling the international border
between the Canadian province of
Ontario and the U.S. state of New York.
The falls are 27 km north-northwest of
Buffalo, New York and 120 km southsoutheast of Toronto, Ontario, between
the twin cities of Niagara Falls, Ontario,
and Niagara Falls & New York.
NIAGARA FALLS
Niagara Falls is composed of two major
sections separated by Goat Island:
Horsehoe Falls, the majority of which
lies on the Canadian side of the border,
and American Falls on the American
side. The smaller Bridal Veil Falls are
also located on the American side,
separated from the main falls by Luna
Island.
Canada is a vast country occupying
most of North America, extending from
Atlantic Ocean in the east to the Pacific
Ocean in the west and north ward into
the Arctic Ocean. It is also the second
largest country in the world.
When we talk of Canada we also talk
about the world’s famous “NIAGARA
FALLS”. Many of our JCS members
would have gone and seen the great
beauty of the falls while visiting their
relatives who are living in Toronto. But
to those who have not seen, especially
the youngsters, it is a must to witness
the magnificient NIAGARA FALLS at
least once in a life time.
The Niagara Falls are voluminous
waterfalls on the Niagara River,
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The features that became Niagara
Falls were created by the Wisconsin
glaciations, about 10,000 years ago.
The same forces also created the North
American Great Lakes and the Niagara
River. While not exceptionally high,
the Niagara Falls are very wide. More
than six million cubic feet of water falls
over the crest line every minute in high
flow, and almost 4 million cubic feet on
average. It is the most powerful water
fall in North America.
There are differing theories as to the
origin of the name of the falls. “Niagara”
is derived from the name given to a
branch of the locally residing native
Neutral Confederacy who are described
as being called the “Niagararega” people
on several late 17th century French
maps of the area.
A number of figures have been suggested
as first circulating an eyewitness
description of Niagara Falls. Frenchman
Samuel de Champlain visited the area
as early as 1604 during his exploration
of Canada, and members of his
party reported to him the spectacular
waterfalls, which he described in his
journal. Finnish – Swedish naturalist
Pehr Kalm explored the area in the early
1700s and wrote of the experience.
During the 18th century, tourism
became popular, and by mid-century, it
was the area’s main industry. Napoleon
Bonaparte’s brother Jerome visited with
his bride in the early 19th century.
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After the First World War, tourism
boomed again as automobiles made
getting to the Falls much easier. The
story of Niagara Falls in the 20th century
is largely that of efforts to harness the
energy of the Falls for hydroelectric
power, and to control the development
on both side that threaten the areas
natural beauty. The most powerful
hydroelectric stations on the Niagara
River are Sir Adam Beck 1 and 2 on the
Canadian side, and the Robert Moses
Niagara Power Plant and the Lewiston
Pump Generating Plant on the American
Side.
The cities of Niagara Falls, Ontario,
Canada and Niagara Falls, New York
USA are connected by three bridges: the
Rainbow Bridge, the Whirlpool Rapids
Bridge and the Lewiston – Queenston
Bridge.
Peak numbers of visitors occur in the
summer time, when Niagara Falls are
both a daytime and evening attraction.
From the Canadian side, floodlights
illuminate both sides of the Falls for
several hours after dark. The number of
visitors in 2008 were 20 million and by
2009, the annual rate is expected to top
28 million tourists a year. The oldest and
best known tourist attraction at Niagara
Falls is the Maid of the Mist boat cruise,
named for an ancient Ongiara Indian
mythical Character, which has carried
passengers into the whirlpools beneath
the Falls since 1846. Cruise boats
operate from boat docks on both sides
of the falls.
Besides appreciating the charms and
beauty of the Niagara Falls, there are
hundred and one places of nature to be
seen.
(See photo on page 28)
District Collectors
District
Name
Address
Contact No:
P. Jaya
A. Venayagamurthiy PJK
No. 12 Jln. SS3/25,
Kelana Jaya, 47300 P.Jaya
012-3340360
Cheras
S. Mahadevan PPN
No. 83 Jln. Ko-op Cuepacs 2,
Tmn. Cuepacs, Batu 9,
43200 Cheras.
03-90766921
Seremban
Maheswaran a/l Velupillai
73/265, Tmn Bukit Labu
70200 Seremban
017-2806821
Rawang
N. Yoga Ledchumi
Lot 3493/6, Jln. Waterfall,
48000 Rawang.
03-60919862
Brickfields
Thiruganamoorthy a/l Shanmugam
Klang
A. Thiruchelvam
16, Jln Limau Nipis,
Bangsar Park, 59000 K.L.
03-22847034
No. 54E, Jln. Kemenyan,
Taman Rajee, 41200 Klang
03-33721878
Kuantan
Mrs T. Pavalarani
B20, 2nd Floor, Lrg. Tun Ismail, 25000 Kuantan.
013-9371662
Bkt Mertajam Mr K. Nageswaran
No. 1 Jln. Pow Nee,
14000 Bkt. Mertajam
04-5395227
Taiping
No. 6 Tmn. Creagh, 34000 Taiping
05-8074437
Mr S. Sivalingam PPT
JCS P. Jaya District is back in action
The Membership Recruitment Competition is an annual and on going competition which is open to all JCS Districts. The Competition
has four categories and eligible winner of each category will be given a cash incentive award.
For the year 2008 the Petaling Jaya District emerged as the winner in all the categories and the results are as follows:
Category
Winner
(i)
Highest Recruitment
-
K. Shanmuganathan AMN PPT
(ii)
District Award
-
Petaling Jaya
(iii)
Highest Collection
-
Mr K. Shanmuganathan AMN PPT
(iv)
Special Award
-
Mr K. Shanmuganathan AMN PPT
In recent years Petaling Jaya District has always been closely at the heels of it’s competitor Seremban District.
We congratulate Mr K. Shanmuganathan AMN PPT and the P. Jaya District Committee for a job well done. It is hoped that the
other JCS Districts would take on the challenge and play a competitive role following the example emulated by the winners of this
competition. (The notice for the Membership Recruitment Competition for the year 2009 is appearing elsewhere in this issue.)
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EDUCATIONAL LOANS/SCHOLARSHIP
(a) SCHOLARSHIP
(b) LOAN
(c) LOAN
SARAVANAMUTHU
SAUNDARIPILLAI
MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
NAGASUNDRAM NADARAJAH
EDUCATION FUND
N. THAMOTHARAM PILLAY
& ANNAMMAH MEMORIAL
EDUCATION FUND
This scholarship fund was established
on 1st January, 2000 by Mr S.
Theyaga Rajah, the current Chairman
of KJB Bukit Mertajam District, in
memory of his late parents. Members
and members children can apply.
This scholarship may be used for
the payment of fees, text books or
any educational material for students
pursuing tertiary education in a first
degree course in any institution
recognized by the Government of
Malaysia.
This fund was set up on 13th November,
1994 by Dato’ Seri N.T. Rajah, in the
name of his beloved mother, for granting
loans to members and members’s
children to pursue a course in medicine,
in any Local Institution of Higher
Learning, leading to a degree in
MBBS or its equivalent.
The Scholarship entails an award of
a one time payment an the successful
student.
The student cannot apply for the SPM/
STPM or equivalent award and this
Scholarship award in the same year
(For Medical Studies in Malaysia)
The selected applicant will be paid for
each academic year RM4,000.00 until
the completion of the course. The loans
is interest free during the course and
is charged 1% per month starting
from 6 months after the completion of
the course. The loan which is available
for the full course is to be repaid in
equal amounts over the same number of
months that the award was given.
The above-named study loan to
pursue tertiary level or other
suitable education including trade
or training in trade institutes, was
established on 10th September, 1986
by the benefactor, the late Mr N.
Thamotharam Pillay.
The selected applicant will be paid
for each academic year RM2,000/(Malaysia/Singapore) and RM4,000/(overseas) until the completion of
the course. The loan is interest free
during the course and is charged 8%
per annum starting from 6 months
after the completion of the course.
Repayment is within a period not
exceeding twice the period of study.
(Negotians are underway to review the
Trust Deeds with the view to provide
better benefits)
(d) LOAN
T. KANDIAH M.B.E. EDUCATION FUND
(The TrustDeed duly amended to provide better
benefits)
(e) LOAN
JCS THAMBY THURAI
EDUCATIONAL FUND
This fund was established on 7th August, 2000 by Mr K.
Shanmuganathan AMN PPT the current chairman of KJB
Petaling Jaya District in memory of his father, for granting
loans to pursue any course in recognised institutions of
higher learning in Malaysia or overseas. Repayment
is within a period not exceeding twice the period of
study. The Trust was set up for the purpose of promoting
and encouraging tertiary education. The selected applicant
will be given a loan of RM20,000 to be disbursed over a
period of 3 years. An interest at the rate of 2% per annum
is payable during the duration of the course and 8% per
annum upon the completion of the course.
This fund was established pursuant to a Deed of Trust dated
20th July, 1972 and its principal objective is the granting of
educational loans to members and children of members.
For courses at diploma, the loan is RM6,000/- per academic
year. For the 1st degree, it is RM7,500 per academic year.
For post graduate courses payment shall not exceed
RM12,000 per year for two years. For two years the total
given shall be RM24,000.00. An interest at the rate of 6%
per annum repaid over a period of three years for every
year of the loan, is charged, with interest only being repaid
during the course of study. Application for this loan can be
made at any time during the year.
The application forms and other relevant details for the above-mentioned educational loans/scholarship are available on request from
KJB office. The closing date of application for (a), (b), (c) & (d) is 31.12.2009.
All completed applications should be addressed to:The Setiausaha, Koperasi Jaffnese Berhad, P.O. Box 10265, 50708 Kuala Lumpur.
JCS RAWANG DISTRICT ACTIVITY
SRI LANKAN VEGETARIAN HOME COOKED LUNCH
In conjunction with Puratasi Sani, JCS Rawang District gladly invites you for lunch as mentioned below:
Date
: 10.10.09 (Saturday)
Time
: 12.30 till 2.30 p.m.
Venue
: Rukun Tetangga Pondok (Green Park)
Price
: RM10 (adults) / RM5 (children below 12)
Contact no : 012-6661013 (Mrs Balendran)
019-2076157 (Ms Mallika Siva)
All Are Welcome
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Global Tamil Forum
Tamil Diaspora Unites
The Global Tamil Diaspora has united to form the Global
Tamil Forum (GTF), in response to the large scale massacre
of Tamil civilians, internment of more than 300,000 in camps
reminiscent of Nazi Germany and continuing inhumane
treatment of these detainees by the Government of Sri Lanka.
It is a need of the times and the first of its kind worldwide for
the Tamils to speak with one voice.
This Forum will evolve as an independent, international
organization which adheres to the principles of democracy and
non-violence and derives its strength from existing grassroots
organizations of the Tamil Diaspora. Working in solidarity
with the Tamils in Eelam and other communities in Sri Lanka,
this Forum will strive to restore Tamil People’s right to selfdetermination and democratic self rule in their traditional
homeland in the island of Sri Lanka.
The immediate goal of this Forum will be to address the plight of
the Tamils interned in the camps and have their resettlement in
their homes and villages expedited by generating international
pressure upon the Government of Sri Lanka. The Forum will
also explore avenues to bring to the perpetrators of crimes
against humanity to justice.
Tamil organizations from all five continents are represented in
this Forum and have joined hands to further this mission.
In this respect the soft launch of Global Tamil Forum in
Malaysia was held on Thursday 27th June 2009 at 6.30pm at
the Kalamandapam, Lorong Scott Kuala Lumpur.
The Gathering commenced with a minute silent prayers for
those who died in the war in Sri Lanka and in the internment
camps. It was followed by the announcement of the soft launch
by Mr.A.Kanesalingam and the Reading of the Vision and
Mission Statement. The meeting was chaired by Yang Bahagia
Tan Sri Raymond Navaratnam . Other speakers included Dr.
N. Iyngkaran and Mr. Arumugam.
Malaysian Tamil Organisations will concentrate on rendering
humanitarian relief for the affected Tamils.
The gathering concluded with questions, answers and
comments from the floor.
Details about the Global Tamil Forum are appearing below on
this page.
The meeting endorsed the Tamils Relief Fund as the
representative for all Tamil organizations in Malaysia
communicate with Global Tamil Forum. In this respect a
donation slip is appearing in this issue to enable members to
make their donation to the Tamils Relief Fund.
For further details, please contact: Mr. A. Kanesalingam
Tel:603-20702289
Malaysia@globaltamilforum.org
Notes
Global Tamil Forum exists to harness the skills and the knowledge of the members of the forum, well -wishers and significant others including
mainstream decision makers in the international governments, institutions and organizations with the aim of alleviating the sufferings of the
Tamil community in the Island of Sri Lanka and to further their right to self determination within a democratic frame work under pinned by
international law, its covenants and conventions. The forum was set up in 2009 with the support of many International Tamil community
organizations. For more information and our mission and vision statements please contact info@globaltamilforum.org and/or visit: www.
globaltamilforum.org.
GLOBAL TAMIL FORUM (GTF)
Vision
Evolve an independent, international, democratic organization
which derives its strength from grassroots organizations of
the Tamil Diaspora that will work in solidarity with Tamils
in Eelam to restore Tamil Peoples right to self-determination
and democratic self-rule in their traditional homeland in
the island of Sri Lanka that would lead to self-sufficiency,
sustainability and equal opportunity to its people, through its
political and economic successes by engaging the international
community.
Mission
● Establish an international, grassroots and youth based,
Tamil democratic political organization that would
generate constructive change through Collective Global
Tamils to:
● Alleviate the physical and emotional suffering of displaced
and distressed Tamil people in the internment camps and
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to advocate for their freedom of movement and immediate
rehabilitation in their homes,
● Bring to justice those who perpetrated genocide, war
crimes and crimes against humanity against the Tamil
Peoples,
● Campaign tirelessly, locally and internationally, to remove
the occupying forces of Sri Lanka out from the traditional
homeland of Tamils in the island of Sri Lanka,
● Prevent the colonization of the homeland of the Tamil
people by the Sinhala majority community,
● Promote health, education, culture and economic
development of Tamils in Eelam and the Tamil Diaspora,
● To use all resources available to the Tamil Diaspora to
establish the Tamil people’s right to self-determination
and their right to re-establish their nationhood which was
taken away by force from them by the succeeding colonial
powers including the Sri Lankan government,
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•
Help empower Tamil people in Sri Lanka to take control
of their destiny and clearly formulate and promote the
benefits of freedom for all in the pursuit of sustainable
growth and prosperity in the self-governing nation of
Tamil Eelam,
Mahatma Gandhi, Nelson Mandela and Martin Luther King
to oppose the entire edifice of oppression and discrimination
through peaceful means and to champion the rights of Tamil
and other communities who have been unjustly deprived of
their rights and silenced.
•
Empower the Tamil Society around the world through
education, cultural and economic growth from the
grassroots with youth and women involvement in all
aspects of social activities.
Copyright(c) Global Tamil forum www.globaltamilforum.org
In pursuit of this Vision and Mission, the Global Tamil Forum
will build on the principles of emancipation promoted by
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DONATION
TAMILS RELIEF FUND
Tingkat 5, Wisma T.K. Tang
No.4, Jalan Yap Ah Loy
50050, Kuala Lumpur
I …………………………………………………………………………………. of address .... ……...........……………………....
………………………………………………………………………………………………………...........………………………...
enclose my cheque ..…………...................……… Bank cheque No………………...……… for RM…………………………….
as my donation to the TAMILS RELIEF FUND to be used for relief and rehabilitation only of Tamils in the Tamil areas of Sri
Lanka affected by the armed conflict in Sri Lanka.
I have paid RM .................................. into your account
TAMILS RELIEF FUND
A/C No: 312101555456
Standard Chartered Bank Berhad
2 Jalan Ampang
50450 Kuala Lumpur
I shall pay donations periodically into the above account.
Yours truly,
.................................................
Note : Please delete portions which are not applicable. When payments are made directly into the bank account a receipt will not
be sent unless the paying in slip is sent to us with your name and address.
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MEMBERSHIP RECRUITMENT COMPETITION 2009
The Membership recruitment for the year 2009 will be from 1st January to 31st December 2009.
CONSIDERATION FOR THE AWARD
A minimum of 20 members should have been recruited for the period 1st January to 31st December. For the purpose of the competition a
member recruited would mean a member who has been formally admitted at the Board Meeting scheduled for December 2009 and remains
on the Membership Register as at 31.12.2009. As at 31.12.2009 the member should be a member in benefit with a minimum subscription of
RM10.00.
THE AWARD FOR HIGHEST RECRUITMENT
A member who recruits the highest number of members (i.e. 20 members and above) will receive an incentive of RM100 + 0.70 cts for every
member recruited.
An incentive of RM100 + 0.30 cts for every member recruited will also be awarded to the District of the above winner.
THE AWARD FOR HIGHEST COLLECTION
A member who has brought in the highest amount in collection of subscription from new members recruited for the period of the competition
will be awarded a sum equivalent to 2% of the total collection.
SPECIAL AWARD (RECRUITMENT)
A member who has recruited the most number of members (minimum 15) between the age of 18 and 30 years will receive RM100 + 0.70 cts
for each member recruited. The 1st and 2nd runner up will receive an incentive of RM75 + 0.70 cts for each member recruited.
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NEGERI SEMBILAN CEYLONESE ASSOCIATION
The Negeri Sembilan Ceylonese Association is putting
up a three storey building – the pride of the Ceylonese
in Negeri Sembilan in particular and all Ceylonese in
Malaysia, at No. 1, Jln Sungai Ujong Seremban. Like
the JCS Building in Seremban, the NSCA Building too
is in a strategic position in the heart of the town. People
coming into the town cannot miss the building.
more than RM2.7m and it is expected to be completed
by the end of this year.
The old building had to be demolished as it was beyond
repair. The cost of construction of the new building is
Members and well wishers have donated generously.
The Association is grateful to members of the JCS Board
who have also donated generously. An appeal is kindly
made to all members of JCS to donate towards the NSCA
Building Fund. Cheques in favour of Negeri Sembilan
Ceylonese Association could be sent to Peti Surat No:
461, Pos Malaysia, 70740 Seremban.
NSCA Building (Artist Impression)
Building nearing completion
With Best Compliments
From
SYARIKAT SIVASAKTHI
Established since 1986
Building, Plumbing and Electrical Contractor
2 Lorong 4/49B, 46050 Petaling Jaya, Selangor Darul Ehsan
Tel / Fax : 03-77839673 H/P : 019-2218174
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The Good Old Days
Mrs Sakunthala Sundram (Kuantan)
1945, A year which most Malaysians
would not forget, for it was the year
when World War II came to an end
with the bombings of Hiroshima and
Nagasaki in Japan. There was no more
ear piercing or roaring of airplanes in the
clear blue sky. The bombings ceased in
our country once and for all. The people
in Malaya sighed with much relief as
the Japanese occupation of three years
and eight months of terror and horror
had come to an end. Everybody was
cheerful. There was no more fear for
the Japanese soldier, no starvation and
above all no restrictions. People started
to enjoy freedom which they had lost for
some time.
Today, senior citizens who are in their
seventies and eighties would relate
hundreds of stories about the Japanese
rule to the younger generations with
anger, grief, anxiety and at times with
humor and excitement. Many people
experienced and witnessed dreadful
things such as innocent killings, fear,
hunger, the lack of essential food rations
like rice, milk and cooking oil which
had resulted in many being affected by
diseases such as beriberi, elephantiasis
and others.
At the wake of the colonial rule after
World War II in Malaya, I was a little
girl then, living in Raub, a small
town in Pahang surrounded by hills
and mountains. During the Japanese
occupation, whenever the planes roared
and the siren blew my whole family
would hide cuddled together in the ditch
which was dug behind the kitchen of our
government quarters as a protection in
case any bombs drop. We were fortunate
as our home was never blasted, nor was
the Raub town.
My father was working for the British
and after they left he continued working
for the Japanese when they ruled Malaya.
We lived in the same government
quarters, a raised wooden house with
tile roofing. Although food was scarce,
yet we all survived with basic food like
vegetables and ikan bilis and others
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which we could get. Rice was scarce
and sugar, onions, cooking oil were
practically nil. I can still remember the
gula Melaka piece which mother would
give to each of us a substitute to sugar
which we were suppose to bite with the
milk-less coffee in the morning.
Lunch was a little rice with vegetables
that would be easily available
homegrown with fish fried with palm
oil, as cooking oil was hard to get. We
had to do with palm oil which had a
terrible smell quite unbearable but with
all these short comings, there was no
mumbling or complaints and everyone
ate what was given without much fuss
as that was the order of the day. When
the stock of rice grew lesser day by day,
father decided to plant paddy on a small
piece of land a few hundred yards away
from home. He tilled the plot himself
with a helping hand from a helper. Paddy
grown on hills does not require a lot of
water, unlike the ordinary paddy, as the
occasional downpour would suffice.
After the paddy was harvested, it was
thrashed and brought home. Mother
would boil the padi in big pots, drain the
water and spread the paddy on big mats
under the hot sun. Then the padi was
pounded in wooden mortars to remove
the husks. The pounding was a tedious
job, we were forced to do for the sake
of the family’s well being. Not only
pounding but grinding rice, ragi, green
peas into flour in the stone mortars was
also done
Tilling the small paddy plot, cutting fire
wood in the jungle was too much for
father since he was not used to that kind
of labour, and the jungle was infested
with malaria, a common fever at that
time. The only medicine was quinine in
the form of tablets which was bitter and
if taken too much would lead to slight
deafness.
With all these unpleasant and unexpected
things, life was full of fun and excitement
for the kids. The older children went to
Japanese schools while the younger ones
stayed at home. The Japanese were very
serious about children attending school
to learn the Japanese language, soldiers
would come knocking at the door to
check on them. Once it so happened,
two soldiers came to my house to see
whether the children went to school. My
mother hid me under the raised house
with pillars together with the unwanted
things and she escaped the wrath.
Anyway the children of the housing areas
had a jolly good time. No tuition classes,
no homework and no formal learning. It
was all play, after helping the parents in
the daily chores. The children also did
a lot of nature studies, catching spiders
and fishes in the small streams nearby,
wandering here and there in pursuit of
catching colorful butterflies which we
knew that a lot existed on trees, plants,
bushes and shrubs.
Once in a while all the children in the
same area, about twenty to thirty of
them would gather in my uncle’s house
to learn Tamil and religious studies.
We always went with full force, not for
learning but for the “kacang India’ which
was served at the end of the class.
After the war era, schools were reopened. I was excited and thrilled for it
was my first day at school. Two wooden
bungalows perched on a hill, probably
the houses of the ‘White Rajah’s” were
transformed temporarily as a school.
The school was very crowded. There
weren’t many desks and chairs and
other utilities. Even though with such
conditions we managed. The Japanese
regime taught us perseverance and make
do with basic amenities.
Around 1946, a new school, Mahmud
school as it was called was opened in
Lipis Road. It had much better facilities
than the previous one. There were
enough teachers, classrooms and other
necessary amenities such as toilets and a
“tuck shop”. My class teacher then was
Mr. Singh, a young handsome Sikh with
a neat turban on his head. He was strict
and taught us with dedication. We began
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to master our basics, reading, writing
and arithmetic. At that time there were
no school buses to fetch the children
and send them to school except for the
rich ones who came in small cars or
bicycles.
Life was now returning back to normal,
when my father was transferred to a
small town called Temerloh in Western
Pahang, mother was not too keen to
go as Temerloh district was declared a
communist area. But we had no choice
and left Raub reluctantly with a heavy
heart for our new home. There was
no English school in Temerloh, so we
had to travel by bus to attend school in
Mentakab. During the monsoon season
the roads would be flooded and we had
no school.
As children we were unaware about
the communist trouble but our parents
and the community around were quite
frightened about the curfew and the
frequent killings of innocent people
by communist. When the curfew was
imposed, people seldom travel and
kept to themselves at home. To check
on the communist, identity cards were
introduced and children above 12 had to
have one. It so happened once an English
officer together with several of his aides
was returning to Mentakab after issuing
identity cards to some kampong folks at
Lanchang, one of the notorious hideouts
for communist, the group was ambushed
and they were killed instantly.
In 1948, father was again transferred,
this time we came to Mentakab and we
continued our studies at the same school.
For the first time I experienced seeing
communist dead bodies piled up and
brought by the open rail trucks on my
way to school. The dead bodies were of
those shot by the police personnel during
their encounters with the communist
at the outskirts of Mentakab. These
frightening encounters and experiences
were too much for us and made us more
petrified of the communist than the
Japanese soldiers.
The Japanese threat came to an end with
the appointment of Sir Gerald Templer,
then the High Commissioner Malaya,
who was especially brought in to
handle the communist crisis, which was
threatening the peace of the country.
Sir Gerald Templer was a tough man
and very experienced in handling and
tackling the rebellious communists.
One of his strategies to solve the
communist threat was to introduce new
villages in towns, in this way Chinese
living in remote areas were resettled
in these villages. The reason for the
resettlement is to prevent foodstuffs
and medicines from reaching these
subversive elements. The towns were
fenced with barbed wire and Home
guards came into operation. Everyone
who went out of the town area was
thoroughly examined to check for
food from reaching the hands of the
communist. The communist terrorism
came to an end in the early fifties when
they surrendered.
The year 1957, brought independence
to our country. The present younger
generation, although they would have
read or heard stories of the Japanese
occupation and the communist terrorism,
would not understand the hardships,
sacrifices, sorrows and the loss of lives
endured by the older generation. Today,
we are fortunate to live in peace and
harmony, in this beautiful country.
Nature was kind in giving us abundance
in resources and natural beauty. To live
in this harmonious country, it is the duty
of every Malaysian to strive hard, have
tolerance for each others beliefs and
culture. There should be no violence,
vandalism, burglary, corruption and
other evil deeds. We should live with a
motto “live without fear and tears”.
Legal Actions to Safeguard the Fundamental Rights of Cooperators and Cooperatives.
At the respective annual general meeting of Kesatuan
Koperasi Malaysia and the Kesatuan Koperasi Midlands
Bhd (Koperasi Jaffnese Bhd is an affiliate) held recently
in May and June 2009, delegates were briefed on the
progress made so far with regard to the legal action taken
against Suruhanjaya Koperasi Malaysia (SKM).
The main issues that we are contesting are : Fundamental Rights of the Cooperators and
Cooperatives
 Central Liquidity Fund (CLF)
 Central Deposit Account
 Statutory Reserve Fund (CDA)
 Appointment of Board Members
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We believe that the above-mentioned issues are vital to the
existence and viability of the cooperative movement.
The legal costs to be met by the affiliate member
cooperatives.
A legal Aid Fund has been setup and the affiliate member
cooperatives of Kesatuan Koperasi Malaysia (CUM)
and Kesatuan Koperasi Midlands Bhd (Midlands) have
agreed to contribute to the Fund.
It is vital to secure the support of the cooperatives to act
as a unified force to support this action.
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An Insight to Temple worship, icons and spiritual energy
By Thuraisingam AMN
Temple worship is an applied science of spirituality evolved
by the ancient explorer of Truth and a moden investigation
into the subtle technology involved may lead us to a rational
understanding of spirituality.
The science of temple worship, which is an effective means
for the conditioned human mind to be in communion with
the Supreme, can be better understood through a scientific
perspective. This spiritual practice is not based on blind
faith but founded on well-coordinated subtle principles,
which are the outcome of the deepest inquiries into reality.
Towering ancient temples are seen throughout the length
and breadth of India. For the devotees they are centres
of power and peace and the devotees enjoy the holy and
serene atmosphere in the temple. Some of these temples are
founded by great rishis in ancient ages.
The ancient rishis of India focussed their attention to
discover the basic secrets of existence and the knowledge
they received are enshrined in the Vedas, the Upanisads and
in the symbolic stories of the Puraanas etc.
Recent trends indicate that there has been a resurgence
of awareness about the efficacy of temple worship and
scientists have joined the ranks of those who go to temple
and worship the vigrahams, the icons symbolising the
Divine.
The ancient rishis declared that the fundamental basis of the
universe is an intelligence and the deeper understanding of
the universe called for an exploration of the inner depth of
man himself.
Today there is a growing trend among the modern thinkers
to recognise the ancient view that in the depth of human
consiciousness lies the key to all the secrets of the
universe.
The seers of India assert that the true evolution of man
involves an increasing expression of the Universal
Intelligence in his physical body, which brings him true
knowledge and freedom. They devised several methods to
help him achieve this inner evolutionary expansion. They
prescribed panchaloha, a combination of five metals, an
ideal material for moulding divine icons. The ‘unknown
energy’ it is said, exerts a strong influence on water, which
points to the potent power of the theertham, the holy water,
the sandal paste, the kumkum powder, etc., given in temples
to energize us with positive power. Temples are not just
places where an icon is put up as a symbolic representation
of the Divine, but living centres of active emanation of
spiritual energy that can influence the body and mind of
man in his evolutionary progress. The specific shapes of
the icons must be specific patterns the seers evolved to
hold certain special creative aspects of the all-pervading
formless, boundless Divine Energy, which is the basis of
all forms and manifestations.
According to the ancient spiritual concept the ‘left’ is
symbolic of Shakthi, the primeval active Energy, and
the ‘right’ of Shiva, the static Consciousness.
Many modern researches on human mind, its inner secrets,
its unknown potentialities and powers, taking place in several
scientifically advanced countries not only tend to support
the wisdom of these ancient seers, but also shed new light
on the deeper significance of temples founded by them. The
ancient rishi-s discovered the existence of a subtle form of
energy associated with the phenomenon of consciousness.
They also discovered the relation of this energy with the
subtle sound vibrations and form patterns in the universe.
They investigated into the power of sound and relevance of
forms in activating and channelizing this energy associated
with intelligence and discovered the means to maintain it,
active and utilise it for the benefit of mankind. They were
technologists of a high order interested in the ethical and
spiritual progress of man.
We relegate the ancient mystic diagrams with triangles,
squares, circles, etc in such talismans as yantras and chackeras,
as belonging to some dimension incomprehensible to us or
as symbols of hopelessly irrational superstition.
The present trend indicates that a philosophical vision is
emerging from modern scientific quest and science is slowly
veering towards the spiritual insights of the ancient sages.
In future, science and spirituality may converge and blend;
and that may speed up the further evolution of mankind.
Source : Powers in Temple by Srikant
“Know that there must be manifestation of God in places where countless people have practiced austerity . From time
immemorial numberless devotees and men of realization have come to these holy places to have the vision of God.
Therefore, God, though equally present everywhere, manifests Himself especially in these places in the same way as
water can be had anywhere by digging the ground, but where there is a tank or a lake, one has not to dig for water, but
can get it whenever one likes.”
- Sri Ramakrishna Paramahamsa
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M.NAVARATNAM
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PARAM SOOTHY
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BAVANI A/P
KASINATHAN
KAJANG
3As RUTHRADEVAN A/L
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PETALING JAYA
3As
JINISHA A/P
SRIGANTHA
RAWANG
4As
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PETALING JAYA
RAVEEN A/L VIJENDREN
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MARTIN SOOSAI A/L
FRANCIS SINNAPPAR
B. SIJIL PELAJARAN MALAYSIA AWARD 2009
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10As 8As
6As
6As
ROOBINI STEPHANIE
SITTAMPALAM
KAVESH
PATHMANATHAN
MALLINI A/P
PARAM SOOTHY
CHERAS
8As
6As
6As
SAKTIWATHY A/P
PANCHAKARAN
PRIYA DARSHINI A/P
MURUGIAH
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MOHAN
THANUSSHAN A/L
SIVAPATHA SUNDRAM
4As SHAMAN A/L
PANCHA LENGAM
IPOH
11As,Tamil 1A
9As
VICKNESWARI A/P
KUNASEELAN
VIDHIYAVAANI A/P
KANNAPIRAN
BUKIT MERTAJAM
7As
SHRI PRASHAM A/L
PARAMESHWARAN
JOHOR BAHRU
8As
PADMAGUHA A/L
SHANMUGARAJAH
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B. SIJIL PELAJARAN MALAYSIA AWARD 2009
JOHORE BHARU
8As
SUEARNA
THAYALA
KAJANG
10As
10As
8As
THAYALAN A/L
SUNDRALINGAM
SACHINATH
T.E.SIVANATHA
CALVIN A/L
CHANDRAPAL
KLANG
10As
9As
KUMARAGURU A/L
MUTHU KUMAR
8As
8As
7As
5As
5As
NATHARUBINI A/P
NADARAJAH
3As,Tamil 1A
brinda a/p
sekaran
9As
THANUPRIYA A/P
VITALINGAM
PETALING JAYA
11As
DARSHINI A/P T.
KANAGARAJAH
9As
NAVIN
SHANUSHA
AMARASINGAM
PRAVENDRAN A/L
TASEANDRAM
10As
BRINTHAKUMARI A/P
RAJEINDRAM
8As
DHANESH KUMAR
A/L RAVI KUMAR
JONATHAN VINOD A/L
WALTER PREMRAJ
10As
HARENDRAN A/L
THIRUGANAM
8As
GANESH KUMAR A/L
VASANTHA KUMAR
CHRISTOPHER
DARYL PHILIP
KLUANG
10As
YOGANATHAN A/L
S.VISVANATHAN
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DUHENDRAN A/L
S.KANAGALINGAM
10As
HASHEENA A/P
KANAGES
5As LOSHANA
VIMALANATHAN
2As
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VENAYAGAMURTHIY
RODNEY ZACHARY
Everything that irritates us about others can lead us to an understanding of ourselves.
- Cal Gustav Jung
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JEYAINDRAN
9As
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VISARLANI A/P
SIVAPIRAKASAM
8As
KUMARESH A/L
NANTHAKUMAR
5As
SURENDRARAJA A/L
YUVARAJAH
MITHRAH A/P
KURHANDRAN
11As
KANESAN A/L
VICKNESWARAN
9As
b. SPM AWARD APPLICANTS WITH NO PHOTOGRAPHS
VICKNENDRAN A/L
VICKNESWARAN
BRICKFIELDS
LOHINI A/P ARUL DEVAH
KAVITHA LAKSHMI VIJIARETNAM
CHERAS
LYDIA A/P JESUNATHAN
2As
ipoh
LOSHINI A/P ANANDARAJA
KLANG
MANOSHINI RAJ A/P MAMMADHARAJ
NISHANT A/L BALACHANDRAN
PETALING JAYA
SRI GANESHA A/L SINNAPPU
SENTUL
JIVAKARAN A/L BALASUBRAMANIAM
11As
5As
10As
6As
3As
10As
4As
C. PENILAIAN MENENGAH RENDAH AWARDS 2009
BRICKFIELDS
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7As
7As
ANUSHA
VIJEYARATNAM
DANUSHA A/P
SELVA KUMAR
HAARRATHI A/P
RAGUNATHAN
6As
6As
6As
DARSHAN A/L
RANJIT@MUTHU
THAMBY
DEVAN KUMAR A/L
JEEVAANANTHAN
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KULASEGARAN
7As
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KUHADARSHINI A/P
MURALIDHARAN
7As
TRISSHALA NATASHA
SITTAMPALAM A/P
KUNASINGAM
BUKIT MERTAJAM
7As
7As
3As
KAMALESHWARAN A/L
GNANESWARAN
YUMESH A/L
SUTHAKARAN
SHERI BRINDHA A/P
PARAMESHWARAN
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C. PENILAIAN MENENGAH RENDAH AWARDS 2009
CHERAS
6As
5As, Tamil 1A
KAVIN KUMAR A/L
VETTIVELLU
SUGANNEYA A/P
KALAISELVAN
JOHOR BAHRU
7As
7As
KESHVEENI
KUANASEALAN
7As PAMENEY A/P
PATGUNA DEVA
KLUANG
6As
SANJAY KUMAR A/L
SIVARAJAH
IPOH
7As
7As
7As 7As
MAYOORA THILAKAN
A/L P.THAYAPARAN
7As
VINNOTHINI A/P
RASALINGAM
DANEISH
SELVAKUMAR
KAJANG
7As
DARSHINIY A/P
SELVARATNAM
4As
SHEVANI
SELVANATHAN
7As
VISHNURAJ A/L
JAYARAJ
KLANG
7As
ARVIND RAJ A/L
MOHAN
6As
DARSHAN A/L
KANAGASINGAM
DINESH KANNEN
A/L KANDIAH
DAVINNA A/P
SATGUNA RAJAH
KISHEN NATHAN
A/L THEVANATHAN
6As
DENESH A/L
SOORIAMOORTHY
7As
DIVANE A/P
THAVARASA
SARANHEA A/P
KANNAPIRAN
7As
6As
PETALING JAYA
7As
7As
7As
ANUSHINEE A/P
ANNANTHA KRISHNAN
DARSHYINI A/P
SIVANESVARAN
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VISUALINGAM
7As
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MAHENDRAN
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N.NADDAN
The ultimate measure of a man is not where he stands in moments of comfort, but where he stands at times of
challenge and controversy.
~ Martin Luther King, Jr
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RAWANG
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JUVARAJAN
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7As
7As,Tamil 1A
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7As
7As,Tamil 1A
DIANNE PRIYA A/P
LAWRENCE
THANGATHURAI
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GANESALINGAM
KOMALA A/P
NANTHAKUMAR
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5As
5As
LAEYVINIA A/P
RAMACHANDRAN
ARULSUNDRAM
RAJASUNDRAM
TAIPING
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5As
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KOSHN IAH A/L
INDRASITH
NITHYAKALYANI A/P
SATHASIVAM
SEREMBAN
7As
7As
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JAYARATNAM
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NO PHOTOGRAPHS
7As
KLUANG
ARUNANISHA A/P ARUMUGANATHAN
2As
VICKRAM A/L P.PUNITHAKARAN
PAVEETHRA A/P BALACHANDRAN
ARJUN JEYAPAALAN
JAISHREE A/P NAGARAJAN
KRISHANTINI A/P MAHENDRAN
ASHWIN A/L SRIGANTHA
SATYAN A/L GUNASEGARAN
KANESHA A/L T.THURAI RATHINAM
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7As
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SHAKILA MARTIN
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5As
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ANISHA A/P NESARAJAH
ASHWANI A/P NESARAJAH
DAVID TIMOTHY KANAGARATNAM
KAVITHA A/P RAJENDRAN
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7As
7As
7As
I don’t measure a man’s success by how high he climbs but how high he bounces when he hits bottom.
~ General George S. Patton
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5As
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ISAAC
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CHALVANTHARAN
HIRENDRAN A/L
SIVAGANAM
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5As
KISHEN RAJ
KANDIAH
5As 4As
3As
3As
SURESH A/L
MANOGARAN
CHERAS
4As
SHANKAR A/L
KURUNATHAN
DHARSHEN
MAHALINGAM
IPOH
4As
4As
ELENGESWARAN A/L
C.EHAMBARANATHAN
KAJANG
5As
5As
AARTHI A/P
THAMBIRAJAH
GAYATHRI A/P
KULASEGARAM
KAMALRAJ A/L
SUNDRALINGAM
YOHASHAMA A/L
P.SIVAGNANA KUMARAN
4As,Tamil 2As
NARENDRAN A/L
V.GUNALAN
TRISHALA KESHINI
A/P S.NARENDRAN
JOHOR BHARU
5As
SANKIRTANA A/P
PARANITHARAN
KLANG
5As
ABHIRAAHMI A/P
THIAGARAJAN
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4As
2As
DIVASHINI A/P
S.NAVANEETHARAJAH
MUTHUKUMARAN A/L
THIRUCHELVAM
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MUTHU KUMAR
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KESHAV VINAYAGAR
A/L THAVALINGAM
BUKIT MERTAJAM
5As
JANNENI A/P
SUTHAKARAN
5As
PRIYANKA
JEEVARETNAM
4As
SABRINA PREMILA
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Kanthar Anuputhee Kuluvinar at Uchipillaiyar Temple
(Thiruchy. See article on page 30, 31 and 32)
The writer’s family at the Niagara Falls. At the background is the ‘Mist of Maid’.
(See article on page 11)
P. Jaya Family Day 02.08.2009
Picture : Fancy Dress by the little ones
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Picture : The Chairman PJ Dist Mr K. Shanmuganathan AMN, PPT, dons
Mr S. Tharumaseelan with golden Shawl
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NATIONAL ELEPHANT CONSERVATION CENTRE, KUALA GANDAH, LANCHANG,
TEMERLOH DISTRICT, PAHANG
By Dr E. Sivananthan (Board Member)
Elephants have been considered as one of the sacred animals among many Asian communities and have been used as national symbols by many
institutions. There are two species of elephants are that still found in the natural environment; the African Elephant and the Asian Elephant. The
Asian Elephant is also found in many of the major forested areas of Peninsular Malaysia and Sabah. The Asian elephant (Elephas maximus) is listed
as a critically endangered species, with less than 40,000 wild elephants in Asia, including an estimated 1,200 wild elephants in Peninsular Malaysia.
Since elephants are considered a key wildlife species, protecting the elephants help to safeguard thousands of other species within its habitat. The
elephant creates vital natural pathways by knocking over trees, allowing smaller species to feed, as well as dispersing plant seeds through its dung
droppings in the forest .
In Peninsular Malaysia, the Department of Wildlife and National
Parks (DWNP), a federal government agency responsible for
the protection of wildlife, has established the National Elephant
Conservation Centre near Lanchang, Pahang in 1989. The main
task of this centre is to plan for the capture and translocation of
wild elephants to safer habitats such as the Taman Negara National
Park in Terengganu. This translocation program was started in 1974
with the assistance of imported Indian elephants and their mahouts
(keepers).
This challenging and tedious operation involves in tracking,
locating, darting using tranquilizer and drug gun, subduing and
then translocation problem of elephants from areas where their
habitats are constantly being encroached by plantations, Over the
past 30 years the 24 strong team has helped to prevent the further
decline in our wild elephant population by relocating more than
450 wild elephants in Peninsular Malaysia. Two similar operations
were also conducted upon the request of the Singapore government
when wild elephants from Johor swam across the Straits of Johore
and landed on Singapore island causing panic among the locals in
Singapore. Young elephants that are occasionally orphaned in the
wild are also brought and cared in this centre.
In addition to being the home to the translocation team and a herd
of resident tame elephants, the centre also carries out ecotourism
and public awareness activities related to the conservation issues of
elephants in Malaysia. It also supports research activities on elephant
translocation and conservation, especially among local students from
the public universities. The centre is open to visitors throughout the
year. As of now no entry fees are being charged. Limited visitors, on
a first come first serve basis, can ride the elephant within the centre,
participate in bathing and feeding the resident elephants. In 2008, more
than 80,000 local and foreign tourist visited this centre. The centre got
very popular among western tourist following coverage given of its
conservation work by National Geographic and Lonely Planet.
Since the elephant is a protected species in Malaysia, no hunting is
allowed and therefore the translocation team of the DWNP has a great
responsibility to protect these animals.
Recommended Visitor Timetable at the Centre
Visitors are encouraged to participate in activities from 2.00 pm
onwards. However, some tourist do come early to book one of the limited place available to ride the elephant. Nearest hotel accommodation is in
Mentakab, about 40 km further east of Lanchang.
Time
Activities
2.15 pm
ELEPHANT RIDE
Visitors are invited to ride the elephant around the centre.
2.30 pm
BATHING
Visitors can join the elephants as they bathe and swim in the river under staff supervision.
3.30 pm
FEEDING
Visitors can participate in feeding the elephants, their dinner of banana, carrot, papaya etc.
3.45 pm
VIDEO SHOW
Visitors may view a video on issues surrounding wild elephants, diminishing habitat and translocation
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Additional activities: Visiting the Che Wong Orang Asli tribe (one of the smallest tribe in the world!), about 200 metres from the
centre and a private Deer Park about 5 km before the centre
How to Get There
From Kuala Lumpur, it would take between 1 ½ to 2 hours driving to get there (80 – 90 kilometres). It is only ½ hour from
Lanchang Town ( 15 km ) located along the old trunk road from Karak to Mentakab . If you take the Toll East West Highway, exit
at Lanchang Toll and turn right towards the Centre. Visitors are encouraged to contact the Centre to facilitate arrangements and to
determine whether the Centre can accommodate your visit especially if you are coming in a big group. Visitors are advised to bring
with them additional clothing should they wish to participate in bathing activities with the elephants in the nearby river.
Contact:
Head
National Elephant Conservation Centre (NECC)
Department of Wildlife and National Parks (DWNP/PERHILITAN)
Kuala Gandah, 28500 Lanchang
Pahang Darul Makmur
Tel: 09-2790391
OM NAMASHIVAYA
THIRUVANNAMALAI YATRA 2008
By Ms Bhavani Sivapatha Sundram, Petaling Jaya
Kanthar Anuputhee Kuluvinar headed by our teacher
Katha Prasanga Sironmani, Katha Mirtha Vaarithi, Arul
Isai Chelviyaar, Thirumurai Chelvi Kambar Parameseuvari
Sinnathamby PPN went on a 10 day yatra from the 6th till
the 15th December 2008. Our yatra group consisting of 14
members left KLIA on the 6th morning at 9.15 am and arrived
in Chennai at 11.30 a.m local time.
After lunch at the airport, we headed for Tiruchy. On the
way to Tiruchy, we had darshan at SAMAYAPURAM
MARIAMMAN TEMPLE. The main deity, Samayapurathal
or Mariamman is made of sand and clay like many of the
traditional Mariamman deities, hence there is no abishekam
done. It is believed by the devotees that the Goddess has
enormous power over curing illnesses and hence, it is a ritual
to buy small metallic replicas, made with silver or steel, of
various body parts that need to be cured, and these are deposited
in the donation box.
As we walked into the temple, we were blessed to view the
approach of a golden (thanga) ratham on ‘oorvalam’ in the inner
circle of the temple. We were so taken aback by this beautiful
vision of a Golden Ambal on a golden carriage facing us as if
to say welcome to this punniya bumi land of the Gods.
The next day at 4.30 a.m. we went to SRI RANGGAM SRI
ARANGANATHA PERUMAL TEMPLE. The temple
occupies an area of 156 acres (631,000 m2) with a perimeter
of 1,116m (10,710 feet) making it the largest temple in India
and one of the largest religious complexes in the world. In
fact, Sri Ranggam temple can be easily termed as the largest
functioning Hindu temple in the world (Angkor Wat being the
largest non-functioning temple). We were there to witness the
awakening of Lord Aranganatha. The ceremony started with
a veena/vocal recital, followed by the approach of Renga, the
temple elephant which trumpeted twice. It is believed it calls
Renga! Renga! Twice to awaken Lord Arangganatha. It was
truly an experience for many of us to see an elephant, a cow
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and a horse walk into the temple sanctum sanctorum for the
early morning special ceremony. Many members were moved
to tears by the sheer beauty of the ceremony.
Our next stop was ROCKFORT UCCHIPILLAIYAR
TEMPLE. This temple crowns a massive outcrop of rock that
soars 83 metres upwards, from the surrounding plains. It is
reached by a steep flight of 437 steps, cut into the rock. Halfway
up is the Sri Thayumanaswamy Temple, dedicated to Lord
Shiva. It has a 100-pillared hall, and a Vimana, covered with
gold. On the southern face of the rock, are several beautifully
carved, rock-cut cave temples, of the Pallava period. At the
top of the rock is the Uchipillaiyar Koil, a temple dedicated to
Lord Vinayaka from where one can enjoy a panoramic view of
Tiruchirappalli. The Rockfort Hillock is said to be 230 million
years old. We sang Vinayagar Agaval, Vinayagar Panjaratnam
and after darshan walked down the steps singing Vinayagar
108 potri with much devotion.
THIRUVANIKAAVAL TEMPLE was next. The Lingam here
is called ‘Appu Lingam’ owing to a natural spring present in
the sanctum sanctorum, there by revealing the aspect of water
signifying the place as one of the Panchabootha Sthalam, Appu
in classical Tamil means ‘Water’. The Lingam gets submerged
in water during rainy season. Here we witnessed the unique
Siva-Parvathy pooja where the temple priest dresses us as
Amman to reflect the original pooja done by Goddes Parvathy
to obtain Lord Shiva’s blessing. This was followed by komatha
pooja. While awaiting darshan, we sang Sivapuranam and
some Thiruvaasagam.
In the evening, we went to AYUDAIYAR KOVIL. This
temple is located in a village (Thiruperunthurai is its old name)
near Pudhukottai, Tamil Nadu. This temple was established
by tamil Saint-poet Manickavasagar in 8 AD. Lord Shiva
descended here as a guru and gave ‘patha deekshai’ to Saint
Manikavasagar under the kuruntha tree. This spot is identified
within the temple premises. A significant ceremony here is the
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offering of piping hot cooked rice as offering (neivatheam)
to Lord Shiva. The steam from the cooked rice signifies the
‘form – formless aspect of Lord Shiva. The temple has many
specialities and most notable is the sculptural finesse exhibited
in every portion of the temple. The unique aspects are: Shiva
lingam has only the base (called avudaiyar), no nandi at the
entrance, and the shadows in the main shrine point always to
the deity nearby. The thiruvizha (annual grand function) is for
the poet instead of Lord Shiva. We had a special abishekam
organized for the Kanthar Anuputhee group. There we sang
Thirupallieluchi and Sivapuranam which was sung by Saint
Manickavasagar Nayanaar in 8 AD. After appreciating the
historical aspects of this temple, Thiruvasagam will never be
the same for us. As this temple was off the beaten track, we
had to make do with a budget hotel. However, the indelible
impression of the aura and beauty of this historical temple
where 20 of the 57 Thiruvasagam outpourings took place made
all the discomfort seem menial.
The next morning, we went to PILLAIYAARPATTI.
Pillaiyarpatti was originally established as a Sivan temple but
as Vinayagar worship gained precedence, the temple which is
an ancient rock-cut cave was dedicated to Karpaka Vinayagar.
The Agama texts found on stones in the temple help date
the temple between the years of 10914 and 1238. Karpaka
Vinayakar or Desi Vinayaka Pillaiyar, the presiding deity is
portrayed with two arms and a trunk curled towards his right in
the valampuri mode. There is a vedic school for priest training
here. The vedic mantras for various ceremonies are chanted
by many budding priests which gives a reverberating sound to
all present. Here we sang Vinayagar Agaval in front of Lord
Karpaka Vinayagar and our teacher Ms Kambar Paramesevuari
Sinnathamby was given the honour of accompanying the
temple priest carrying the kumbam for abishekam together
with the temple nadaeswaram to the sanctum SANCTORUM.
After darshan our teacher was presented with a garland of
flowers from the deity by the temple priest. We spent the night
at Tanjavour.
In the morning, we prayed at THANJAI SRI
BRAGADESWARAR BIG TEMPLE. Emperor Raja Raja
Cholan built the Thanjai Big Temple (also referred to as
Thanjavur Peria Koil or Tanjore Big Temple) almost a
thousand years ago and was consecrated in 1010 AD. There we
were privileged to see milk abishekam for the big Sivalingam
in the sanctum sanctorum. We sang Sivapuranam and a few
thevarams. Many members were overcome with emotion
seeing the magnificient Sivalingam and Nandi.
In the afternoon, we proceeded to Thiruvarur. THIRUVARUR
THIYAGARJA TEMPLE is one of the biggest temples in South
India. The chief deity Shiva assumes the name Thiyagaraja.
‘Raja’ denotes a king. The Navagrahas in this temple are not
positioned in a block as usually in temples. They are all in a
straight line! More over, as they are in the court of the king
– King Thiyagaraja, (Lord Shiva) they appear submissive
and obedient. Saint Sundaramurthy Nayanaar sang many
thevarams in this sthalam from the age of 14 to 18 years of
age. We also went to Paravaiyaarmandalium 200 metres from
this temple where Saint Sundaramurthy Nayanaar regained his
eyesight by the grace of Lord Shiva. We sang Sivapuranam
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and some of Saint Sundramurthy Nayanaar’s thevarams while
awaiting darshan.
From Thiruvarur, we went to THIRUVAIYARU. Saint
Thirunavkarasar Nayanaar was on his way to Kailasa. He
crawled on all fours and was a mess of shredded flesh and
bared rib cage. Lord Shiva in the form of an aged brahmana
advised him to jump into a pond nearby, which he did and he
rose out of a well in Thiruvaiyaru where he was blessed with
a vision of Lord Shiva and Goddess Uma. It was here that he
sang the thevaram ‘Mathar pirai Kani yaanai’.
“I now see what I have never seen or known before. I see God
everywhere and nothing but God.”
The next morning we went to VAITHEESWARAN TEMPLE.
It is dedicated to Lord Shiva. Lord Vaitheeswaran Swamy
and his Consort Thaiyalnayaki Ambal who stands with the
medicinal oil to cure the diseases of the devotees. It is believed
that Rama Lakshmana and Saptarishi have worshipped the
Lord here.
It is one of the nine Navagraha Temples and the planet Mars
(Angaraka/Chevvai) is also worshipped here. Believed to be
the site of the curing of Angaraka of leprosy, this site is known
for its Naadi astrologers. It is believed that a bath in the holy
waters of the Siddhamirtham tank within the temple complex
will cure all diseases.
We
then
proceeded
to
Sirkhali.
SIRKAZHI
BHRAMAPUREESWARAR is a vast temple complex
with 3 different Shiva Shrines. The Bramapureeswarar
shrine, Periyanakar with Periyanayaki and Sattainathar. Saint
Tirugnanasambandar Nayanaar as an infant aged three is said
to have been fed with the milk of wisdom (gnana paal) by the
divine mother Parvati on the banks of the temple tank just
prior to the commencement of his authorship of the anthology
of Thevaram hymns commencing with Thodudaiya Seviyan.
The wall of the temple facing the tank (thepa kulam) has an
indention, marking the spot where Saint Manickavasagar’s
father, in a fit of anger threw the container from which his son
drank the ‘gnana paal’.
Later in the day we went to Chidambaram. The
CHIDAMBARAM TEMPLE, dedicated to Lord Shiva in His
form of the Cosmic Dancer, Nadarajah. This temple complex
is spread over 40 acres in the heart of the city. This is another
one of Shiva’s panchabootha sthalam where the aspect of
space (akasa) is denoted. It is an ancient and historic temple
dedicated to Lord Shiva Nadarajah and Lord Govindaraja
Perumal one of the few temples where both the Shaivite and
Vaishnavite deities are enshrined in one place. As we stood
awaiting darshan we sang many thevarams. When we sang
‘Namashivayave Nyanamum kalviyum’, was blessed with the
opening of the curtain (thirai) as if on que to reveal the deepa
darshan of Lord Nadarajah. We were also fortunate enough to
witness pradosham in Chidambaram temple.
We finally arrived at the culmination of our yatra:
THIRUVANAMALAI.
This temple is also one of Lord Shiva’s panchabootha sthala,
whereby Lord Shiva is represented by fire. Annamalai is the
most sacred of the names of the manifestation of Lord Shiva.
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Saint poets Thirugnana Sambandar, Thirunavukkarasar,
Sundramurthy have visited Thiruvannamalai, prayed
to the Lord and have composed divine poems. Saint
Manickavasagar had lived at Thiruvannamalai for long period
and had composed “Thiruvempavai” and “Thiruvammanai”.
Even today there is a temple for Saint Manickavasagar on the
Girivalam path at Adi-Annamalai. Lord Shiva also descended
here as Dakshinamurthy to teach music, and wisdom, and
giving exposition on the shastras.
On the 11th December, we were privileged to witness Kartigai
Deepam on the summit of Arunachala Hill. Together with the
full moon (pournami) it was a beautiful sight to behold. We
sang sivapuranam and relevant thevarams while internalizing
the beautiful spiritual moment.
The next day at 4.30 am, we did the girivalam i.e. a 14 km walk
around the Arunachala Hill. Circumbulating the hill is the best
form of worshipping this form of Shiva as mentioned by none
other than Shiva Himself. Path). Though looking insentient,
this hill is capable of arousing devotional fervor in one’s heart.
We sang Sivapuranam and Lingkastakam at the Ashtalingams.
(8 Lingams on the girivalam path).
The following day, we sang Kanthar Anuputhee at Saint
Arunagirinathar’s temple inside Thiruvannamalai temple
complex. When we reached the santum sanctorum of the
temple, we were overwhelmed by the sheer beauty of Lord
Arunachala.
Many of us have been to most of the above temples before and
many will go again but it will not be the same as the divine
and spiritual experiences we shared in this yatra with our
teacher and leader of this yatra Ms Kambar Paramesevuari
Sinnathamby. As a group, our thevaram and thiruvasagam
renderings, led by our teacher was noted and appreciated.
As her students, we benefitted by her effort to teach us the
appropriate and relevant thevarams and chants to sing and
chant at all the historically recorded ‘punniya sthalams’ of our
religious heritage. (see photo on page 28).
ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING OF THE YOUTH AND LADIES COMMITTEE 2009
LADIES COMMITTEE 2009/2011
YOUTH COMMITTEE 2009/2011
Lady members of KJB representing the KJB Districts
of Klang Valley held their annual meeting to elect the
committee for 2009/2011. It was held on 2009 at 7.00
p.m. in the Board Room of Wisma JCS.
The following members were duly elected to serve in the
committee 2009/2011:
The office bearers and members of the Ladies Committee
for 2009/2011 are as follows:
1. Chairperson :
2. Secretary
:
3. Treasurer
:
4. Members
:
Ms A. Poovanesavare
Ms Divvyananthini Manoharan
Ms S. Akelesvare
Ms A. Subathirathevy
Ms S. Thavamalar
Mrs T. Mallika
Mrs R. Rathi Thevy
Ms K. R. Dhakshyani
Ms Shantini Satgunarajah
Mrs N. Makhaletchumy
1.
2.
4.
5.
President
Vice Chairperson
Secretary
Treasurer
:
:
:
:
Brahmaputran Karthigamatamby
Kandesh Kumar Vigneswaran
Logeswary Balasingam
Logeswary Maheswaran
Project Coordinators (Exco Members)
Charity : Vijayan Kanagasavey
IT : Jeganathan Kanagaratnam
Sports : Gauri Vicknasvaran
Personal Development : Rudran S.B.
Community : Kuhanesh Mahendra
Editorial : Kavitha Devi Rathinam
Committee Members :
Ratneswary Balasingam
Ashok Kanagaratnam
Kabildev Arumainathan
HAVE YOU REGISTERED YOUR NOMINEE(S) WITH THE SOCIETY
Under the Undang-Undang Kecil KJB No. 17, members are required to register their nominees with the Society. Absence of
a registered nominee results in difficulties for the dependent or the beneficiary of a member as any sum due to the member
cannot be easily paid out by the Society. In many cases the matter can drag on for years and the money due may end-up with
the Treasury under the Unclaimed Monies Act 1965.
In the case of members who have already registered their nominee they should ensure that the details are updated. There are
a number of cases where, through passage of time, nominees have passed away. Perhaps members should make a check and
take the necessary action.
Nominee forms are available on request. The forms are also obtainable from the District Secretaries.
Note: Only about 30% of the total membership have registered their nominees
It is better to light one candle than to curse the darkness.
- Chinese Proverb
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The Petaling Jaya District, which is the
largest district with a membership of
about 1200 members and which is still
growing, held’s its ‘Family Day’. The
half a day programme commenced at
8.30 am and was held on Saturday 2nd
August 2009 at the Sekolah Rendah
Vivekananda Tamil, Jalan Templer,
Petaling Jaya.
The Family Day is an annual affair
catering to the members of JCS Petaling
Jaya District. It provides an opportunity
for members of the district to meet
and greet and to also create a sense of
belonging, as members of the 85 year
old Co-operative Society. Competition
and Games were organized catering
for persons ranging from toddlers to
grandmothers. As a matter of fact there
were members who brought along
their grandchildren.
The activities organized included Fancy
Dress and colouring competition for the
younger children and games involving
all the members of the families such
as “Family Station”, Telematches, Tug
of War. A Quiz competition involving
the secondary school children were
also organized. The quiz competition
was organised to test the knowledge
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of the children on JCS affairs. The
programme for the day commenced
with the welcoming address delivered
by the Petaling Jaya District Chairman,
Mr. K. Shanmuganathan AMN, PPT.
The District gave due recognition to
Mr. Tharmaseelan a long serving and
veteran cooperator for his services
and contribution to the Society. The
Chairman Petaling Jaya District donned
him with a ponnaadai (Golden Shawl).
The Guest of Honour Mr. Tharmaseelan
was accorded the honour to formally
launch the Family Day.
The Pengerusi Lembaga, KJB, Mr.
P. Satguna Rajah, also graced the
function and gave away the prizes.
Other members of the Board present
were Mr. K. Thuraisingam AMN
(Naib Pengerusi), Mr N. Rajasvaran
(Secretary) Ms K. Parimala and Mr.S.
Makeswaran PPN.
The Organizing Chairman Mr
Jeyapalan PMC was kept busy
trying to ensure that the items
the programme were carried out
scheduled.
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in
in
as
It was indeed a fun day, especially
for the children with their grandma’s,
who were kept occupied tailing their
grandchildren wherever they went.
Breakfast and refreshment were
served to all those who attended the
function. The winners of the various
competitions bagged attractive prizes
but the other participants were not
totally disappointed for they were
given consolation prizes.
The Chairman of Petaling Jaya District
Committee Mr. K. Shanmuganathan
AMN PPT referring to the family day
said that it was a success and has achieved
its desired objective. He thanked his
team of Committee members for their
contributing effort. He hoped that more
members would respond in future. He
urged the members to bring along their
children and grandchildren and make it
an eventful day. He said that children
should not be denied of the opportunity
to participate in such functions.
It is noted that the Petaling Jaya
District committee has members from
the younger generation serving in
the committee which is in the right
direction to get the younger generation
involved in JCS affairs. (see photo on
page 28.)
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Koperasi Jaffnese Bhd Ex Members as at 30th August 2009
The Society has the obligation to comply with the provisions of the Unclaimed moneys Act1965 and remit
all Unclaimed money to the Register of Unclaimed Moneys after the statutory period. The Society seeks the
assistance of members to inform this office of the whereabouts of the undermentioned persons who have
varying amount of money with the Society. For members who are deceased the family members should get
in touch with the office.
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No Mem No
Name
Last Known Address
1
18266
Ms. Suguna a/p T. Karthigasu
7/69 C Olinda Grove, Mount Nelson, Hobart, Tasmania, 7007 Australia
2
20622
Ms. Shanthini a/p Thampipillai Nadarajah
No. 4 Lorong 8/3 H, 46050 Petaling Jaya
3
19086
Ms. Shanti a/p R. Thambipillay
No. 30, Jln 14/50, 46100 Petaling Jaya
4
18386
Chihtra a/p Subramaniam
No. 12 Jlan 11/12, Jln Bukit, 46200 Petaling Jaya
5
21777
Mr. Rajasingam a/l S. Kathirasu
No. 146 A, Lrg. Jubilee, Jln Loke Yew, 55200 Kuala Lumpur
6
21953
Devan a/l Kandiah No. 38, Jalan Kas-Kas 3, Taman Cheras, 56100 Kuala Lumpur.
7
21954
Nesan a/l Kandiah No. 38, Jalan Kas-Kas 3, Taman Cheras, 56100 Kuala Lumpur.
8
21222
Ms. Chandra Devi a/p K. Rajah
No. 251 Jln Cengal Utama,Taman Cengal Utama, Paroi,70400 Seremban
9
22276
Katri Kasi
Block 73-03-21, Bandar Baru Sentul, 51000 Kuala Lumpur.
10
20831
Ms. Gnanambikai a/p A. Sinnadurai
No. 9 Jln Kijang, Off Jln Thaver, Kampung Pandan, 55100 K. L.
11
20844
Mr. Kathiravan a/l Ratinam
No. 161, Jalan 8, Kawasan 16, Taman Intan, 41300 Klang
12
22531
Puvaneswary a/p Devindran
No. 62 PJS 10/7, Subang Indah, 46000 Petaling Jaya
13
21723
Mr. Suresh Kumar a/l R. Balasingam
No.6, Lorong Kekabu, Jln Jelutong, 50490 Damansara Heights, K.L
14
21710
Leelavathy a/l Ponniah
No.195-D, Jln Rasah, 70300 Seremban
15
19398
Siva Balan a/l Balachandran
2, Jln 17/21 J, Petaling Jaya, 46400 Selangor
16
21934
Rameswaran a/l Sitampalam
1770 Jln Kerapu 1, Tmn Permai, 70000 Seremban
17
22567
Sathiya Roopan a/l Thangadurai
No. 62 Jln Bayan 3, Taman Desa Rasah, 70300 Seremban
18
13895
Jemany @ Jayamani
No.17, Lrg Hilir 4, Taman Gembira, 41100 Klang
19
22684
Edwin Vikneswaran a/l V.Balasingam
No.37-20 B, Kuala Lukut Batu 3 1/2, Jln Seremban 71010 Port Dickson.
20
22805
Sheilla a/p Thanarajah
71, Jln Cuepacs 5, Tmn Koperasi Cuepacs, Bt 12, 43000 Kajang
21
11215
Sivabalakrishnan.P
No.1, Lorong 5/15 E, 46000 P.J
22
12829
Shanmuganathan .C
19 Road 1/3, Petaling Jaya 46000 Selangor.
23
19468
Shamini a/p Poopalaratnam
No. 18, Jln 223 B, 46100 Petaling Jaya
24
20701
Ganesan Thambipillay
No.36, Jln SS 2/100, 47300 Petaling Jaya
25
22773
Mahendran a/l Chelliah
No.6 Lorong bu Kota 4, Taman Ibu Kota, Gombak, 53100 K.L
26
18273
M.Anandarajah a/l K.Maharajah
No.28, Jalan Tempinis, Lucky Garden, 59100 Kuala Lumpur
27
14686
Selvarajah a/l C.Markandoo
TUDM, Pumphouse, Lorong 4-D, 40000 Subang Baru
28
22987
Raveen Kumar a/l Paransothy
8, Lorong 1A/71 G, Jalan Carey, 46000 P.J
29
22403
Dayani Devi a/p Ramachandran
10, Jln SS5C/5 Kelana Jaya ,47301 PJ
30
18046
Satkunavathy a/p Ramalingam
No.5, Jln USJ 11/1H, Taman Seafield, 47610 Subang Jaya
31
22804
Dinesh a/l Manoharan
81, Jalan 13/5G, UEP, 47630 Subang Jaya
32
22988
Eneeshia Devi a/p Paransothy
8, Lorong 1A/71 G, Jalan Carey, 46000 P.J
33
22862
Shamanth Iswary a/p A.Paramasibam
21, Jalan USJ 13/5 F, 47630 Subang Jaya
34
22863
Shanmugesh Waran a/l Paramasibam
21, Jalan USJ 13/5 F, 47630 Subang Jaya
35
20223
Ramanaswaran a/l Poovanason
118, Jalan Menteri, 55100 K.L
36
20992
Rajeswari a/p Poovanason
118, Jalan Menteri, 55100 K.L
37
21734
Kanagasapapathy a/l Amplavanar
No.78, Taman Sri Putih, Jalan Tok Ungku, 70100
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Are We Caring?
Are We Duty-bound?
by V. Vijendran, Seremban
An interesting and provoking article in the
Sunday Star dated 06.08.2006 entitled
“Growing Old Pains” by Seah Chiang Nee
did send shock waves into the mind of
its readers! These are true happenings
in a neighbouring country of ours. Who
knows this could be also happening in
our own neighbourhood too!
Just an extract from the article “the
skeleton of an elderly woman who had
lived alone for two years was found on
the toilet floor of her home. She had
died probably a year earlier, according to
the date when her water and electricity
were last used!!” None of her so-called
neighbours bothered to find out if she
was still living there, as piles of letters
and bills were found at her doorstep. This
is – the WORLD of TODAY each one’s
OWN BUSINESS at his own space of
time!! We all are becoming self-centered,
mentally worn-out with the day to day
affairs of the human chain of miseries
and expectations-thus the sufferings and
the well-being of the others is totally
switched from the grey matter of ours!
It’s becoming a trend to “dump” the aged
parents in the old folks home while those
who are better off send them to the
so-called nursing homes. The duty and
moral ethics towards the aged parents is
slowly but slowly eroding away!
Sathya Sai Baba says ‘Duty is God’ and
he further summarises duty as “tend
your parents with love and reverence
and gratitude”. Thus, we should emulate
the teachings and preaching’s of Swami
who is here to guide us and pull us
through from the mundane approaches
of mankind.
Swami emphasizes that “the parents
gave you this body and fostered the
intelligence and love that are embedded in
it; so, gratitude is their due. If you do not
honor the parents who are the creators in
human form, how can you learn to honor
the Creator in the Divine Form? Moreover
the parents reveal to you the glory of
God and the means of worshipping Him;
they are the first representatives of the
authority which you meet with, authority
modified by love and care. Learn to bend
before that authority and you will learn
how to submit before the Lord.”
HE further says “ the World today is in a
very bad state. The situation can improve
only through Asthikas, who are believers
in Divinity. They should become Prema
Swaroopas or Embodiments of Love and
by their Sadhana, backed by patience,
forbearance and compassion, play their
role in serving Society and contributing
to the betterment of the World. God is
present in you and is visualizing through
thousands of eyes what you do. Even
when no one is the seeing, God is watching
your actions always. Do everything with
his awareness.”
All of us, are here on a mission thus we
should complete the task that has been
entrusted by the Divine with the concept
of Caring, Sharing and Duty-bound!
“Man
minus
Immortality”
immorality
is
Wealth Against Spiritual Grace
by V. Vijendran, Seremban
Wealth either in form of material/money is the root of all evils!
So, where it can stand still against Spiritual Grace!!!
Money come and goes.........but Spiritual Grace if one is
fortunate to get is deeply embedded into one’s mind, thoughts
and deeds. Whereby, morality comes into play, paving the path
for Spiritual attainments.
How to obtain Spiritual Grace .........Swami says “the minimum
qualifications for Grace are Surrender of EGO.” He further
adds,
“Share your joy, your wealth and your knowledge
with others less fortunate. That is the surest means of
winning Divine Grace.
More than listening to a hundred lectures or delivering
them to others, offering one act as genuine service
attracts the Grace of God.
We should not aspire for acclaim and praise from those around
us, but do service only to secure the Grace of God and not for
any other reward from anyone”.
When you talk of wealth (material/money) it’s “desire that
destroys devotions, anger destroys wisdom...” but it’s totally
different with Spiritual Grace. It’s abundant with benefits,
happiness and bliss. No earthly wealth can ever replace Spiritual
Year End Out Door Camp (3D2N)
An outdoor activity is organized for students between 14 to 18 yrs
and the tentative dates are 11/12, 12/12, 13/12. Those member’s
children who are interested please forward your name to KJB HQ by
1/11/2009.
The venue; date; cost will be informed later.
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Grace. When you die... you can’t take your money or your
clothes or your fancy car with you. Grace is always a Gift from
God. The gift of Faith... is a grace from God. Grace you can
take with you when you die...as it becomes a part of life of
your immortal soul. Your soul lives forever but not your bank
accounts!
Grace comes in many forms such as love, faith, hope,
charity, patience, tolerance, forgiveness, courage, kindness,
unselfishness to name a few. In a multi-racial/religious country
like Malaysia all these play an important part towards nation
building. These are also the elements needed towards character
development.
Those who pray for and receive graces from
God are far more wealthier than anyone with a million bucks in
the bank. There are many who are financially wealthy but are
poor in spirit and morally bankrupt! No one can ever take from
you what God has lovingly given you... in Spiritual rewards.
THAT is your eternal treasure!!
Spiritual Grace is the legal tender in this life and the
next. God does not take Mastercard, Visa etc. So, one
should aspire for Spiritual Grace than material wealth.
SAI RAM
Information on conducted trips to local/foreign
destinations
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From The Desk Of K.Shanmuganathan AMN,PPT
The Jaffnese Co-operative Thrift & Loan Society (JCS) Petaling Jaya District or known as Kawasan Petaling Jaya was formed in
1958 and known as, JCS 4½ mile Klang Road, Petaling Jaya District; all other Districts were formed in pre-war days.
Mr. S. Tharumaseelan, a Teacher then, with the support of Late Mr. S. Thuraisamy, father of Practicing Accountant,
Puan T. Ghenga Thevi nee Mrs. Vikramasingam, the late Nagendra s/o Kathiravelu (the late Mr. N. Kathiravelu was a well
known and highly respected Teacher in Pasar Road English School, Kuala Lumpur, who is also the brother in-law of the late Mr.
S.K. Sittampalam, who was a trustee of Sri Sithivinayagar Temple P.J and late Mr. A. Sabaratnam husband of Puan Mageswari
Sabaratnam, a retired teacher and social worker held the Inaugural Meeting in Mr. S. Thuraisamy’s house at No.35 Jalan 5/17 P.J
on 15’th June 1958. At this meeting Mr. S. Thuraisamy was elected as PJ District Chairman and Mr. S. Tharumaseelan was elected
as Secretary cum Collector. Mr. S. Tharumaseelan, during his tenure of office was solely instrumental in raising the membership
from a mere 30 members in 1958 to 300 members in 1965. Most of our members from all over Malaya, having retired from
government service came and settled here in this satellite town. At that prevalent time they were all concentrated in and around
Old Town P.J, Section 12 and Section 14 arears. As years went by developers built housing estates known as Petaling Gardens
in Section 5, Happy Gardens in Section 17, Paramount Gardens in Section 20, Sea Park in Section 21 and the development is
ongoing. Later Kampung Tunku in SS 1, University Gardens in Section SS 3, Subang Jaya, Sungai Way, Sunway and Puchong.
Now we have about 1200 members. One district collector is collecting subscription and loan installment from about 450 members,
an average of RM 40,000 per month. All these members rarely had a chance to meet, mix or know each other. We are now
embarking on an idea of having a carnival-food, fun fair and sports activities such as indoor and outdoor games, game of chance,
etc, for all the members and their families so as to facilitate the much needed interaction among all the members. This will give
an opportunity to all of us to mingle, mix and get to know each other better. The younger generations too can participate. If this is
successful we shall make it an annual affair too so that there will be a continuous effort to get to know each other which is essential
for the harmony of the whole community.
May the past District Chairman and Secretaries who are still around be blessed with good health, happiness and long life. Among them are:
a) Mr. S. Tharumaseelan
Founder President and Retired Headmaster
Social Policy
b) Dr. V. Selvaratnam
World Bank Staff for Higher Education and Specialist
Sector c) Mr. S. Nadarajah DJN. AMN. PPT. PJK
Retired Assistant State Secretary d) Mr. Pon Arunasalam
Retired Accountant Tenaga National Berhad
e) Mr. K Thillainathan
JCS National President for 12 years
f) Ms. Rasamani Kandiah, KMN
Senior Lawyer
g) Mr. A Venayagamurthiy, PJK
Retired Pharmacy Assistant General Hospital and presently District Collector Petaling Jaya Branch
To all the above named persons we wish to record our heart felt gratitude for their services to JCS and the community.
K. Shanmuganathan, AMN, PPT
PJ District Chairman Editorial note: It is apparent from the records of JCS that two persons can be singled
out who are mainly responsible for the well being of the P.J. District. They are the
present Chairman K. Shanmuganathan AMN, PPT and Mr. A Venayagamurthiy, PJK the
Collector.
OBITUARY
The Board of Management JCS learnt with regret the demise of Mr S. Varatharajah
on Friday 18th September 2009 at the age of 76.He joined JCS on 1st September
1955 at the age of 22 and is one of the long serving members of the Society (54 years)
During the tenure of his membership with JCS he has held various positions in the
Society. He was a Board Member for 3 years (1988, 1989, 1990). At the district level
he served as JCS Brickfields District Secretary from 1969 – 1984 (15 years). He also
served as a member of the Internal Audit Committee for one year. Mr Varatharajah is
a man of deeds and is humble in his approach. His service as a Brickfields Collector for 15 years earned
him great respect from our community members.
We pray for his soul to attain eternal bliss
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JCS Encourages Senior Citizens To Be Computer Literate
In the present day environment, IT is always in the forefront in all activities. One cannot deny the fact that one must
be computer literate in order to keep abreast with the ever advancing technology. In this respect a number of senior
citizens desirous of being computer literate are looking for courses specially tailored for senior citizens.
Their wishful thinking has now become a realty and possible with availability of computer class for senior citizens
who could learn at their own pace.
The Panama Business & IT Training Centre in Brickfields under the moderation of University of Cambridge – Local
Examination Syndicate is currently conducting computer courses for senior citizens covering:
• MS – Windows XP PRO
• Ms Word
• Internet Explorer and
• E-mail
The above course is made possible with kind arrangement by Federation of Malaysia Sri Lankan organization
(FOMSO) of which JCS is an affiliate member. JCS has taken up the offer and has disseminated the information to the
members. The 10 week course fee is RM220.00 per person. In order to encourage the members of senior citizen status
it has offered to reimburse RM 100.00 to those members who have successfully completed the course and awarded
the certificate.
The course is being conducted in batches since 6 April 2008. A total of 51 members responded and registered with
Panama office to attend the course. As at 31.08.2009 a total of 31 members have been awarded the certificate and
the total incentive paid out by JCS at RM100.00 per member is RM800 as only 8 members have submitted their
certificates to JCS Office for reimbursement.
Feedbacks from the participants who have undergone this course, indicate that they effectively acquired the necessary
knowledge and skills on the subjects stated in the course contents-thanks to the hardworking and committed instructor
Mr. Ganeson. He patiently took them through at the pace of the students till every student is fully well versed. He has
gone one step further to offer repeat classes for those who had missed any of the lessons.
The members who have graduated are aspiring to go to the next level and towards this JSC is looking into the matter.
The Board of Management congratulates all successful students.
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“D a r w i n’s M i s t a k e”
Three monkeys sat on a coconut tree,
And discussed matters which are said to be,
Said one to the other,
“Brother, I hear a rumour
That man descended from our noble race,
The very idea is a disgrace.
For no monkey ever beat his children, nor deserted his wife.
No monkey ever built fences around coconut trees,
Allowing the fruits to perish.
And if starvation forced a monkey to steal,
No monkey took another monkey’s life.
No wonder! Man certainly descended,
But not from us!
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WE ALWAYS CARE FOR JCS MEMBERS AND THEIR CHILDREN
The Board of Management JCS is continuously exploring the possibilities of providing an education and training programme
relevant to our children’s needs. We are looking at programmes in personal development and leadership skills. Such training
put the participants to test, their ability to work as a team player, challenging each individual mentally and physically.
It would be seen from the past records of JCS that such training programmes have been organised and conducted annually
to accommodate the needs of our children. The Board of Management JCS will certainly continue to implement such
programmes provided that the response from members are encouraging. In this respect we sincerely hope that the parents
would encourage their children to avail the opportunities offered by JCS. We firmly believe that the children who have
undergone such training would have enhanced capabilities to perform better in their examinations and secure better grades
for which JCS gives the due recognition and reward them accordingly through our Education Incentive Awards.
The year 2008 was an eventful year for the members of JCS and we do hope that year 2009 would be likewise. Appended
below the various training programmes organised by JCS during the year 2008 and up to September 2009:
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JCS Youths Get Together Dinner 2009
The JCS Youths Committee 2008 had organized a Get Together dinner for the youths on 14th of March
2009, Saturday. The event was held at Peninsula Residence Hall, Jalan Semantan, Kuala Lumpur. An
announcement to promote the event was done via Facebook as well as through word of mouth. Within a
short time frame, 35 youths from Kuala Lumpur agreed and made it to this event. The event started of with
a speech by the Organising Chairperson, Ms.Kalai Selvi Thuraisingam, welcoming the youths to the dinner
and thanking them for their support and presences. This event was planned to introduce JCS Youths and its
activities, to get the youths together, to build rapport and to take part in fun games.
The JCS Youths President 2008, Mr. Kuhan Nadarajah also gave his speech after dinner, to introduce about
JCS and also spoke about the activities done by the JCS Youths previously, such as the Pal Camp, charity
events as well as sports events held. He mentioned about the Bowling Tournament organized by the JCS
Youths, and was held in September 2008 at Bukit Jalil Sports Club. The youths had a great time competing
in the event and requested for more such events. He encouraged the youths to take part in all the activities
conducted by the JCS Youths as it was a great place to meet and know fellow Ceylonese youths as well as
to network.
After having their dinner, the youths took part in a few games to get to know each other. The first game was
an ice-breaker which required each youth to talk about themselves and to make it more interesting, the others
had an opportunity to ask 3 question, on condition, that answers must be given. The youths had a fun time
getting to know each other and also made good rapport during the games. Another exciting game that had
much support was the “Passing the Parcel”, a musical game where a box containing some notes to act out
was passed around and when the music stopped, the person with the box had to choose a single note from
the box to act out . The youths were entertained by the antics performed in this game. The event ended with
a good note as all the youths spent time getting to know their fellow youths and requested for more such
events in the future.
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JCS Youths get Together Dinner
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E-Mail: jcsyouth@gmail.com
Facebook: JCS National Youth Wing (Malaysia)
National Youth Wing,
Koperasi Jaffnese Berhad (C. No. 26/24) Wisma JCS
No. 40, Jalan Tun Sambanthan 3,
P.O. Box 10265,
50708 Kuala Lumpur,
Malaysia.
ADDRESS:
Help us to identify your payment
Many members have opted to pay their
subscriptions and dues through banks. On the
assumption that you have filled up the required
details in pay-in-slip, the remittance would
certainly find its way to the society’s bank
account. But hold it, the process is not over
for you. You have to fax or send to us a copy
of the pay-in-slip with the following details in
order for the Society to credit to the individual
membership account by you.
i
Name
ii Membership No
iii Payment made for what purpose i.e.
loan, subscription, special deposit,
etc
Please help us with the above details to
enable the office to identify and post the
amount as appropriate. Please check your
annual statement and notify the office of any
discrepancy.
If the pay-in-slip has no details of payment, the
Society would not be in a position to identify the
remittance in order to post it to the appropriate
members a/c.
Sadly the undermentioned
payments shown on Table 1 remitted from the
3 banks.
Date/Bank
EON
(RM) 01.06.04
117.00
15.08.05 1644.10
14.01.06
200.00
22.12.06
90.00
02.07.07
74.42
14.08.07
120.26
04.08.08
10.00
22.07.08
70.00
22.08.08
312.00
28.10.08 1199.59
05.12.08
340.00
10.01.09 1175.00
10.03.09 2200.00
10.05.09
500.00
CIMB
(RM)
13.01.04 700.00
08.06.04 116.20
05.07.04
200.00
10.10.04 200.00
10.12.04 2477.30
01.01.05
20.00
27.11.05
100.00
07.04.06
10.00
19.06.06 263.41
04.08.06
50.00
11.09.06 300.00
11.01.07 890.00
13.02.07
352.70
17.04.07
50.00
01.05.07 120.00
30.08.07 150.00
30.01.08
0.20
13.02.08 140.00
25.04.08
10.00
02.05.08
50.00
31.10.08 210.00
11.11.08 543.80
30.12.08 700.00
29.01.09
50.00
10.04.09 100.00
24.05.09 920.00
BSN
02.01.04
26.02.04
26.03.04
24.08.04
20.12.04
02.01.05
17.02.05
28.06.05
25.09.05
09.01.06
21.02.06
09.06.06
07.07.06
03.08.06
29.09.06
26.10.06
30.04.07
09.05.07
25.06.07
20.07.07
11.08.07
15.09.07
04.01.08
02.01.09
31.03.09
06.04.09
(RM)
360.45
740.00
40.00
120.00
50.00
156.97
250.00
40.00
40.00
220.00
90.00
10.00
700.00
20.00
10.00
10.00
260.00
90.00
40.00
60.00
100.00
155.00
80.00
9.98
175.00
100.00
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Coconut – A Wonder Food
The coconut is known as “Wonder Food”. It is a near perfect diet as it contains almost all the essential nutrients needed by the human
body.
The coconut has a high oil content which is easily digestible. This oil closely resembles the butter physical and chemical properties. The
coconut’s protein content is of high quality, containing all the amino acids. It is a valuable source of vitamin b and contains vitamin in
moderate amounts. It is rich in potassium, sodium, calcium, magnesium, iron, phosphorus and sulphur.
As a food the coconut is most valuable before it matures. Its jelly-like tender kernel contains various enzymes and is easily digestible. It is
useful in the treatment of diseases like colitis, gastric ulcers, hepatitis, dysentery, piles, and diabetes as it does not contain fat and starch.
Pimples are cured and premature wrinkling is prevented by massaging the fresh kernel over the face daily.
The coconut’s ripe kernel is rich in fat and carbohydrates. It does not have high protein like other nuts. A fresh coconut’s milk forms a
valuable food for children suffering from nutritional deficiency. It has a greater vitamin A content than the coconut itself, adequate natural
minerals and a high quality protein, which are good for the growth and repair of the body.
The coconut is an ancient remedy for intestinal worms. A tablespoon of the freshly ground coconut should be taken at breakfast, followed
by a dose of castor oil after three hours. The process may be repeated till the cure is complete.
The dried coconut’s food value is very high and it contains about 662 calories per 100gms. It is used in cooking and various preparations
of sweets and curries. Its milk makes a fine medium of cooking in place of ghee or oil. The mature dried coconut is effective in the
treatment of acidity. Its oil reduces the acid secretion of the stomach and gives much relief to the patient.
The tender green coconut’s water, generally known as mineral water, is used as a beverage and a refreshing drink. A tender coconut which
is fully grown and only one month old contains about 400 to 465cc of water. It contains sufficient sugar in an easily assimilable form. It
is an excellent tonic for health.
A single coconut’s water contains sufficient vitamin C for meet the daily requirements of the body. It also contains several vitamins in the
B group and minerals like sodium, potassium, calcium, magnesium, iron, copper, phosphorus, sulphur and chlorine.
Coconut water acts as a natural diuretic in heart, liver and kidney disorders like scanty and suppressed urination, albuminuria, deopsy and
high acidity of urine. It is great value in vomiting, cholera, diarrhoea, dysentery, hyperacidity, acute gastritis and peptic ulcer. It is also
useful in curing various nervous disorders, fatigue and general weakness.
Wisdom Feb 1993
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A Get Together Dinner Cum Show
The newly elected Ladies Committee of JCS started off with a dinner function with the theme “Get To Know You”
The function was held on 13 September, 2009 (Sunday) at 7.30 p.m. at the Royal Lake Club, Kuala Lumpur. It was
attended by about 250 JCS family members and their friends.
The guests were kept entertained with stage performances consisting of dances from students of Sri Saraswathy Devi
Barathaalayam and Sutha Devi Dance Academy. The Maha Production with their team of artists kept the crowd
mesmerized with the melodious oldies and their comic sketches. Lucky guests went away with lucky draw prizes and
hampers. There was also a best dressed competition for the male and female guest.
It was indeed a memorable evening. The Chairman of the Ladies Committee Ms A. Poovanesavare said in her welcome
address that they would continue to organize activities for the benefit of the members.
The Pengerusi Lembaga Mr P. Satguna Rajah in his address said that the term of office for the Ladies and the Youth
committees will now be two years. He said that the one year term previously inforce is a very short period and it is
very difficult to plan and organize activities within the short space of time.
He congratulated the Ladies Committee for having organised this function successfully.
Ladies Committee
Koperasi Jaffnese Berhad
Amendment to KJB Rules & Regulations
Withdrawal of Subscription
Regulation4(ii) of KJB Rules & Regulations has been amended to read as follows:
Any member in continuous membership for at least 10 years may be entitled to withdraw his subscription
credit not withstanding, that he has availed himself of his eligibility to withdraw 80% of his subscription
credit under Regulation 6(xvi), and on subsequent occasions after a lapse of every 10 years. A member who
has attained the age of 45 and above and who has a continuous membership of 5 years is allowed to make
a withdrawal of his subscription.
The above amendment was approved at the last Annual General Meeting of Delegates held on 31.05.2009 and is
effective from 1st July, 2009
“ Food for Thought ”
You can have two things in life, Reasons or Results. Reasons don’t count.
Trying provides two excuses; an excuse for not doing,
and an excuse for not having.
There is no way to know before experiencing.
If you don’t start, it’s certain you won’t arrive.
When you blame others, you give up your power to change.
If you are not rich, notice how you make yourself poor.
You are the cause of everything that happens to you. Be careful what you cause.
Feeling of inferiority and superiority are the same. They both come from fear.
You can get everything in life you want, if you will help enough other people get what they want.
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DISASTERS
By K. Thuraisingam AMN, M.I.C.D. (UK), MIPD (UK)
In the bygone years, disasters seen as acts of God, are
regarded as punishment for sins or immortality or perhaps
the result of destiny or fate.
The etymology of the word ‘disaster’ derives ultimately
from the Latin ‘astrum’ a star. The causes of disasters
then are written in the heavens; an unfavourable aspect
bringing ruin down upon us.
In more recent years of ‘rationality’ disasters have
been seen us ‘natural’ or the result of incompetence of
workers.
Clearly disasters are initiated by a variety of events,
which from the practical point of view may be regarded
as random: a violent storm, the failure of a mechanical
component or a human error. The implications of such
events may be trivial or catastrophic. The effects are a
function of their scale and the underlying vulnerability
of the system to their occurrence.
Researchers believe that disasters are essentially illdefined.” They are social events that have a range of
implications: fatalities, injuries, trauma, and material
and financial loss. Their consequences depend on the
geographical scale over which they take place, the
wealth of the region that suffers the incident, and its
social fabric. Their perceived occurrence also depends
on the context in which they take place, and a range of
subjective factors such as volition.
Major disasters have occurred almost everywhere in the
world since the human race has appeared on this planet.
Disastrous agents have killed and injured millions. They
have inflicted huge destruction and damage on goods,
buildings and land. They have seriously disrupted
economic and social systems of whole societies. Even if
we exclude the consequences of wars, revolutions, civil
strife and other human acts deliberately intended to inflict
injuries or armed to kill others and destroy property, the
non-intended calamities alone have taken a tremendous
cumulative toll.
The real tragedy is that many of the lives could have been
saved and the distress and destruction of property greatly
reduced if there had been in the place preparedness and
prevention measures similar to those that can now be
found in some more industrially advanced countries.
As an example, let us consider the major earthquakes
that occurred in Armendia in December 1988 and in
San Francisco in October, 1989. Both the earthquakes
measured 6.9 on the richter scale. Their effects, however,
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were in stark contrast. In Armendia, some 80,000 people
were killed, 300,000 injured and 3.5 million made
homeless. In San Francisso, some 300 were killed, a
further 400 injured, and damage to buildings was limited.
Of course in terms of standard of shelter and healthcare
it may be difficult to evaluate what is ‘homeless’
and ‘injured’. Nevertheless people of Armendia
endured greater destruction because their housing and
infrastructure was far more vulnerable to the effects of
earthquake. But on the other hand San Francisco has
been expecting a serious earthquake.
In this connection an effective disaster preparedness
programme is the premium one pays to minimise the loss
of life and damage to property. Mitigation is one aspect
of preparedness. It concerns with the formulation and
implementation of long range policies and programmes
and includes legislation, regulation, planning and
structural measures towards this aim. It should be
supported by analyses and assessments of risk and
vulnerability.
In fact prepared may be described as pre-disaster actions
and is also concerned with forecasting and warning
education and training of the population; organisation
for and management of disaster situations including
preparation of operational plans, training of relief group,
stock piling of supplies etc.
It is not an exaggeration to affirm that disasters can
overwhelm the best organisation, weaken the most
efficient economic system and even destroy at one blow
the means of livelihood of the entire country. The effects of
this phenomena must be viewed not only in humanitarian
and broad social terms, but also indeed primarily in
economic terms. In fact disasters are a formidable
obstacle to economic and social development.
“ Religion is the vision of something which
stands beyond, behind, and within, the passing
flux of immediate things, something which
is real, and yet waiting to be realized…. The
Power of God is the worship He inspires. That
religion is strong which in its ritual and its
modes of thought evokes an apprehension of the
commanding vision.”
~ Alfred North Whitehead
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JCS District General Meeting 2009
1. PAHANG – KUANTAN – 15.03.2009
DGM Kuantan held on 15.03.2009 at
Persatuan Ceylon Pahang.
Picture : Members and kids taking part in the
drama held on that day.
2. SOUTH JOHOR (JOHOR BAHRU) – 28.03.2009
DGM Johor Bahru held on 28.03.2009 at the Johor Cultural & Sports Club.
Picture : A section of the members attending the meeting.
4. MELAKA – 29.03.2009
DGM Melaka held on 29.03.09 at Restoran Vazhai Elai.
Picture : Meeting in session.
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3. NORTH JOHOR (KLUANG) – 29.03.2009
DGM Kluang held on 29.03.2009 at Persatuan Malaysian
Ceylonese Johor Tengah.
Picture: District Chairperson Ms A Nageswari addressing the meeting.
5. SENTUL – 04.04.2009
DGM Sentul held on 04.04.2009 at the Sentul Fish Head Curry House.
Picture : General view of the members in attendance.
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6. NORTH SELANGOR (RAWANG) – 05.04.2009
DGM Rawang held on 05.04.2009 at
Rukun Tetangga Sektor A.
Picture : The District Chairman Mr N. Nithiyanantham presenting the Education Incentive Award cheque to the award recipient
Mr J. Tharman. On his left mother Dr (Mrs ) Kamalamalar who
7. NORTHERN STATES (BKT MERTAJAM) – 11.04.2009
DGM Bkt Mertajam held on 11.04.2009 at Big Boy Coffee House & Catering.
Picture : JCS officials (HQ) and district officials busy conducting the meeting
8. NORTH PERAK (TAIPING) – 12.04.2009
DGM Taiping held on 12.04.2009 at the New Club Taiping
Picture : Seated from Left to right. Mr N. Rajasvaran Board Secretary,
Mr P. Satguna Rajah, (Pengerusi Lembaga).
Mr S. Paramesvaran, District Chairperson and Mr S. Sivalingam PPT,
District Secretary.
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DGM Bkt Mertajam held on 11.04.2009 at Big Boy Coffee
House & Catering.
Picture : BM Members at the meeting
9. SOUTH PERAK (IPOH) – 12.04.2009
DGM Ipoh held on 12.04.2009 at Kelab Di Rajah, Ipoh
Picture : Education Award presentation the recipient and her parents.
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10. SEREMBAN – 18.04.2009
DGM Seremban – General view of members in attendance
DGM Seremban held on 18.04.2009 at Dewan MPS,
Jln Yam Tuan
Picture : Scene at the Registration Counter
11. KAJANG – 19.04.09
DGM Kajang held on 19.04.2009 at
Ponnampalam Hall, Jln Reko.
Picture: Mr A. Jeyaratnam the Chairman
Kajang District (extreme right) with some
of the students who received the Education
Incentive Awards.
12. BRICKFIELDS – 25.04.2009
DGM Brickfields held on 25.04.2009 at the
Kalamandapam, Lorong Scott
Picture: General view of members in
attendance.
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13. CHERAS – 26.04.2009
DGM Cheras held on 26.04.2009 at the Balai Raya Taman Koperasi.
Picture : Meeting in session. Centre District Chairman : Mr N.S. Wigneswaran
DGM Cheras, A Section of the members in attendance
14. KLANG – 02.05.2009
DGM Klang (including Kuala Selangor) held on 02.05.2009
at the Navalar Mandapam Jln Telok Pulai, Klang.
Picture : A Section of the members in attendance
DGM Klang Picture : (centre) Mr Denesh a/l Sooriamoorthy,
PMR award recipient with his parents onto his right.
On his left – Mr N. Rajasvaran (Dist Chairman /
Secretary JCS and Mr P. Satguna Rajah (Pengerusi Lembaga)
15. PETALING JAYA - 03-05-2009
DGM Petaling Jaya held on 03.05.2009 at the
Maktab Kerjasama Malaysia Jalan Templer Petaling Jaya.
Picture: Educational Incentive Award Winner Ms Laavanya
a/p Selvaraja is seen receiving the cheque from Ms Rasamani
Kandiah KMN of P.J. District. The District Chairman
Mr K. Shanmuganathan AMN PPT is on the extreme right.
Extreme left is Mr Selvaraja
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