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Borneo Post
06-07-2025
- General
- Borneo Post
Sarawak Scout's Gawai Dayak 2025 bash a celebration of culture, unity
Miro (second left) and Zainuddin (right) present the Sarawak Scout Council President's Medals to Helearn Wilfred and Rattis Kolidan Koliew, respectively, for their bravery in saving the lives of two boys from drowning in Lundu 25 years ago. Looking on is Lim. KUCHING (July 7): The Sarawak Scout Gawai Dayak 2025 celebration ended on a high note on Saturday night with a vibrant display of culture, unity, and camaraderie. Organised by the Sarawak Scout Council and Bau District Scout Council, the event featured colourful cultural performances by the members and was attended by the Scout leaders from various districts, turning the celebration into a meaningful gathering that reflected the diversity and strength of the scouting movement in Sarawak. Officiating at the closing ceremony was Serembu assemblyman Miro Simuh, who represented advisor in the Sarawak Premier's Office and Sarawak Scout Council president Tan Sri William Mawan Ikom. In his remarks, Miro hailed the celebration as not only a harvest festival observed by the Dayak community, but also a valuable platform to foster unity among Scouts of various backgrounds as well as members of the community. 'I am very proud to be invited to attend and officiate at this event, which not only celebrates the harvest festival but also showcases the strength and diversity of the Scout movement in our state,' he said. According to Miro, Scouts play an important role in developing a disciplined, competitive, and patriotic younger generation, also pointing outs that values such as brotherhood, unity, and service are crucial to the future of the country. 'Scouts need assistance in all aspects such as training, logistics, guidance and opportunities to serve and grow. 'Therefore, I would like to announce a contribution of RM10,000 to the Bau District Scout Council to support these noble efforts,' he said. Miro also called on Scout members and Sarawakians alike to carry forward the spirit of Gawai as a symbol of community strength, unity, and cultural heritage. The celebration concluded with the symbolic rolling-up of the 'kasah' (rattan mat) by the invited guests, marking the end of Gawai festivities. Also present were Sarawak Scout chief commissioner John Lim Boon Beng, honorary commissioner Capt Zainuddin Hamdan, Sarawak Scout Council vice-president Mohadi Mobin, Bau District Scout commissioner Nelyson Kinot, and Sarawak Scout Foundation chairman Arthur Lee Cheng Chuan. Dayak community Miro Simuh Sarawak Scout Gawai Dayak
New Indian Express
02-06-2025
- Politics
- New Indian Express
Delegation from Japan in Telangana for formation day celebrations
HYDERABAD: For the first time, representatives from a foreign country will participate in the Telangana Formation Day celebrations. A Japanese delegation led by Kazuhisa Takeuchi, mayor of Kitakyushu City, has arrived in Hyderabad ahead of Monday's event. It may be recalled that during his recent visit to Japan, Revanth toured Kitakyushu and extended a formal invitation to the mayor to attend the celebrations. Meanwhile, the government has made elaborate arrangements for the celebrations. As per schedule, the CM is expected to pay tribute at the Martyrs Memorial at Gun Park around 9.30 am. He will then proceed to Parade Ground at 9.55 am. At 10 am, Revanth will unfurl the national flag. This will be followed by a ceremonial march past by various contingents and a public address by the chief minister. CM to present cash awards During the event, the CM will present cash awards to nine eminent individuals or their family members, as announced on December 9, 2024, during the unveiling of the new Telangana Talli statue at the Secretariat. Additionally, he will confer 19 Gallantry Medals, two President's Medals for Distinguished Service, and 11 Medals for Meritorious Service to police personnel.
Hindustan Times
30-05-2025
- General
- Hindustan Times
In a first, 17 female cadets take part in NDA parade
While the 148th course of the National Defence Academy (NDA) concluded its rigorous training with a grand Passing Out Parade (POP) held at the iconic Khetarpal Parade Ground on the morning of May 30, 2025, the occasion was made even more momentous by the 17 pioneering female cadets who became the first women to pass out from the NDA. A total of 1,341 cadets participated in the parade, including 336 who were part of the passing out course. This year's POP was historic in that it witnessed the commissioning of the first-ever batch of 17 female cadets from the NDA. These pioneering cadets will now move on to their respective pre-commissioning training academies as proud NDA alumni. The presence of the female cadets' parents added a deeply personal dimension to the ceremony as they celebrated not only their daughters' achievements but also the latter's role in breaking barriers and redefining possibilities for women in the Indian Armed Forces. The event – a vibrant celebration of discipline, dedication and military excellence – was attended by the cadets' proud parents, dignitaries, schoolchildren, civilians, and both serving and retired members of the Armed Forces. Many among the attendees look visibly moved as they proceeded to break into tearful smiles and give standing ovations. The reviewing officer for the parade was general V K Singh (Retd.), governor of Mizoram, who took the salute as the cadets marched past the quarterdeck with immaculate precision. The parade was commanded by academy cadet captain Udayveer Singh Negi of Golf Squadron while lieutenant colonel Praveen Kumar Tiwari, the adjutant, astride his charger 'Reliant Robin', oversaw the ceremonial proceedings. In recognition of outstanding performance, the reviewing officer presented the President's Medals to the top cadets in the order of merit. The President's Gold Medal was awarded to BCA Prince Raj; President's Silver Medal to ACC Udayveer Singh Negi; and President's Bronze Medal to BCC Tejas Bhatt. The Chiefs of Staff Banner was awarded to Golf Squadron, further underscoring the latter's exemplary performance during the training. Adding to the ceremonial grandeur, a flypast featuring flag-trooping Chetak helicopters, Super Dimona motorised gliders, and Sukhoi-30 fighter aircraft offered a spectacular aerial salute, symbolising the high standards of training and readiness at the NDA. NDA unveils magazine chronicling journey of first female cadets On the sidelines of the POP, chief guest, general V K Singh (Retd.); along with lieutenant general Gurucharan Singh, commandant of the NDA; interacted with members of the media. During the interaction, they unveiled a special commemorative magazine dedicated to the inaugural batch of female cadets at the academy. The publication captures a historic chapter in NDA's evolution and features personal reflections from the commandant and deputy commandant on the induction and training of the female cadets. The magazine also includes firsthand accounts and experiences shared by the cadets themselves, offering a sneak-peek into their journey and the transformative impact of their presence at the academy. Addressing the media on this occasion, general V K Singh (Retd.), said, 'The female cadets were seamlessly integrated into the POP, standing shoulder to shoulder with their male counterparts – indistinguishable in their bearing, precision, and discipline. This remarkable cohesion is a testament to the meticulous training and rigorous standards upheld by the academy. While the journey to induct female cadets into the NDA involved a long and deliberate process, that milestone has now been firmly achieved. The academy is steadily evolving into a truly gender-neutral institution, committed to providing equal opportunities and nurturing the potential of every cadet. There is no doubt that the NDA will continue to deliver advanced and progressive training, ensuring that all cadets, regardless of gender, are fully prepared for the challenges of military leadership.' NDA commandant lieutenant general Gurucharan Singh reflected on the journey of integrating the female cadets into the academy saying, 'The process of including female cadets has been underway for quite some time. Initially, they were housed separately in designated accommodations as we closely observed how they adapted to the training environment. After carefully reviewing their performance, they were progressively integrated into squadrons and battalions. Today, they train together, play together, and participate in camps alongside their male counterparts. I can confidently say that we now have the experience and insight needed to ensure that future training will yield even better outcomes. Of course, we drew inspiration from institutions like the Officers Training Academy and the Indian Naval Academy, where female cadets have long been part of the system, and adapted our approach accordingly.'
