Old Cottonians Association

Himmat Singh Marwah [Lefroy 66 batch] passed-on

Editor — Fri, 18 May 2012 23:54:50 PDT

We have just heard sad news that Himmat Singh Marwah passed-on at New Delhi 18th May 2012. Here are some excerpts from Facebook : Uday Singh Jubbal : Himmat Marwah Yesterday at 12:20pm : Shocked beyond words to hear this SHATTERING news of … Continue reading →

Help for Old Cottonian Melville de Mello’s widow

Editor — Wed, 16 May 2012 01:17:47 PDT

Dear OCs The denial of pension to Melville de Mello‘s widow, Coralie who is now 95 years old is a shame. We Old Cottonians must unite and assist the lady as she is the widow of a distinguished OC who … Continue reading →

Golden and Silver Anniversaries : ’62 and ’87 batches

Editor — Thu, 10 May 2012 00:57:46 PDT

Dear OCs This year we are celebrating the Golden and Silver Anniversaries of the ’62 and ’87 batches. While we are getting the ’62 batch in top gear – they have had a number of meetings towards this – but no one … Continue reading →

Robin Aurora [Lefroy 1953-64] : 30th Jan 1947 – 8th May 2012

Editor — Wed, 09 May 2012 01:25:04 PDT

Dear All, Last evening Neel Mehra called to inform me that Robin Aurora had passed away at the St Stephen Hospital in Delhi. This morning was his funeral at the electric crematorium at 5:30 am which Neel Mehra, Deepak Lamba, … Continue reading →

THE OLD COTTONIAN’S WEEK CELEBRATIONS ~ 2012

Editor — Mon, 07 May 2012 23:05:17 PDT

Programme : Wednesday, 23rd May: 08:15 a.m. - Chapel Service in the Holy Trinity Chapel 09:00 a.m. - Annual Past Vs Present games fixtures 12 noon - School Fete Thursday, 24th May : 09:00 a.m. - Annual Junior School Sports Day 08:00 … Continue reading →

Kalka-Shimla Railway – documentary

Editor — Tue, 10 Apr 2012 02:36:59 PDT

Wonderful documentary by BBC4 on Simla/Shimla and the Kalka-Shimla Railway, which contains clips that every BCS boy will remember!

Mr Sasim DasGupta / BCS Memorabilia – Centenary Dinner Menu Card 1959

Editor — Mon, 09 Apr 2012 23:53:14 PDT

Mr. Sasim DasGupta was the Art Teacher at BCS. Here is an email from him which should bring back many fond memories for many OCs and BCS Teachers; and hopefully will be of interest to those who were at BCS … Continue reading →

My pet rabbit and Mr. Goss

Editor — Wed, 04 Apr 2012 00:20:23 PDT

(Editor’s note: The exchange with Mr Goss is, as expected, lively. Here is an amusing yet poignant incident which seems to have ended happily after 50 years!! Little boys do carry grudges, real or imagined. !! A background introduction is … Continue reading →

Correspondence with Mr. Ronald Goss :

Editor — Sat, 31 Mar 2012 03:12:26 PDT

Correspondence between OC Vijay Khurana and Mr. Ronald Goss for your reading pleasure: From: vk@devats.com To: rygoss@hotmail.com; Subject: I am a Cottonian – class of 1963 Date: Fri, 23 Mar 2012 18:36:43 +0530 Dear Mr Goss, I am taking the liberty … Continue reading →

Peter Evans [Ibbetson 1938-44], passed on

Editor — Sun, 11 Mar 2012 04:35:05 PDT

Dear friends, On a beautiful spring morning while the birds were singing their first spring chorus my wonderful husband, stepfather, step grandfather and friend to many passed quietly away. These last 4 weeks where not easy for him and his … Continue reading →

Old Sanawarians v/s Old Cottonians Golf Tournament 2012

Editor — Fri, 02 Mar 2012 04:27:05 PST

Dear OCs, This to inform you that the OCA (India) Northern Chapter had hosted the Old Sanawarians to play a Golf Tournament on the occasion of the Centennial Celebrations of OCA (India). This year the old Sanawarians are reciprocating by … Continue reading →

OCA (United Kingdom) TRANSITION OF CHAIRMAN: Vivek Bhasin

Editor — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 16:05:06 PST

Dear Old Cottonians and Young Cottonians, The United Kingdom Old Cottonians has been the senior most fraternity of all world OCA Chapters.This noble chapter has been held rock fast with the untiring, dedicated support and blessings of our Senior Cottonians who … Continue reading →

AN APPEAL TO OCs

Editor — Thu, 26 Jan 2012 07:31:47 PST

New Year greetings to all of you! You may be aware from the message circulated on our Website by Wendy Dewan , Secretary OCA, the ANNUAL LUNCH this year is scheduled to be held on 19th Feb at Aurobindo Marg. … Continue reading →

OCA (India) – Annual get-together 2012

Editor — Sat, 21 Jan 2012 02:30:36 PST

LUNCH – OCA (INDIA) NEW DELHI on Sunday 19th February 2012 at 12.00 PM The oldest alumni association in the country will be celebrating its 101st jubilee lunch!! The OCA Annual Lunch will be held at 1, Sri Aurobindo Marg, … Continue reading →

Greetings!

Editor — Wed, 21 Dec 2011 23:50:56 PST

Robin Gupta – “Unrepentant Civil Servant”

Editor — Wed, 21 Dec 2011 23:30:12 PST

Robin Gupta I.A.S (Retd.) CURZON 1965 Formerly Financial Commissioner – In the rank of Chief Secretary Govt. of PUNJAB. Honorary Adviser Development Arpana Group of Trusts

OCA UK Newsletter – Winter 2011

Editor — Wed, 21 Dec 2011 01:57:59 PST

OCA (UK) Winter News letter Capt. Vivek C.Bhasin Chairman Greetings from the OCA (UK) Chapter Greetings Dear Old Cottonians here in the UK and those across the Channel in Europe, those across the pond in the Americas both South, Central … Continue reading →

Partap Sharma – Biography

Editor — Wed, 14 Dec 2011 21:32:11 PST

Partap Sharma [Curzon 1950-54] passed away on 30th November 2011. Known as the Golden Voice of India, Partap was always warm, encouraging and inspirational. The world will be sadder without him but greater for his contributions. A Touch of Brightness: … Continue reading →

Karen Ann Monsy interviews Ruskin Bond

Editor — Tue, 13 Dec 2011 03:36:34 PST

Karen Ann Monsy interviews Ruskin Bond [Bishop Cotton School 1943-1950 Ibbetson House]. As published in the Khaleej Times WKND Magazine of 9th December 2011 reproduced below. The original article photos and can be read here. From Ruskin with love By … Continue reading →

OCA India Northern Chapter – 23rd Annual Meet

Editor — Fri, 25 Nov 2011 04:27:04 PST

Dear OCs, OCA (India), Northern Chapter 23rd Annual Meet at Chandigarh on Sunday, 4th December, 2011 It is time again for our annual get-together, I am sure all of you are anxiously looking forward to renewing old contacts and remembering … Continue reading →