The SJOBA SMS Treasure Hunt

RULES & REGULATIONS 
The rules and regulations for the SMS Treasure Hunt are as follows:

The Hunt will be of a maximum of 15 clues, spread over 15 days. The first three participants who reach the last solved clue in the least time shall be declared as winners. For example: If no participant is able to solve the 14th clue, and only two were able to solve the 13th clue and 5 solved the 12th clue, the one who solved the 13th clue earlier is 1st, the second participant of the 13th clue is 2nd and the first person to solve the 12th one is third.

Last date for entries will be 14th August and the Hunt will start on 15th August, 2012.

This Treasure Hunt is open only to members of SJOBA with valid Indian Mobile Numbers.

Every participant, successfully registered, will be sent the first clue on Day One (1) on the registered number. Only those whose correct answer is received by midnight of the same day will get the next clue the following morning.

Participant MUST reply to 09888442288. The clues may be sent to different participants from different numbers, due to technical reasons.

The first answer received from any registered mobile number will be considered, as final and any subsequent answers sent from the same number, for the same clue, will be rejected. No second chance will be given.
Where ever applicable, correct spelling will be taken into account in deciding the correctness or otherwise of an answer.

The clues will be global in nature and would not be restricted in any way.

There is no participation fee for this event. However, members of SJOBA must register the entry.

The clues and their correct answers will be published on the website www.sjoba.in the following day after a fresh clue has been sent to all successful participants of the preceding clue.

If a participant does not receive the day’s clue by noon, he must check the website for the correctness of the previous day’s answer and for that day’s clue. Only if the participant’s answer to the previous clue was correct, should he respond and attempt the next clue i.e. the current day’s clue.  If the answer to the previous clue was correct and still the participant does not receive his next clue, he may call the Game Master Vivek Bansal on 09888332288 for clarifications. Protests if any, may be lodged with the Game Master by noon, who shall duly foward them to the Judges of Fact for their decission on the same.

SJOBA takes no responsibility for the timely delivery or non-delivery and/or receipt of clues and/or answers, as these are reliant on the mobile service provider(s).

Decision of the “Judges of Fact” will be final and binding on all participants and they would comprise of the following:
– Vice-President, SJOBA Old Boy Rahul Datta
– Joint Secretary, Old Boy Karan Mehan
– Executive Member, SJOBA Old Boy Almasto Kapoor

The participants may only respond with their answers to the mobile number 09888442288 not with counter questions, request for clarification or another simplified clue or opinions or suggestions, which will not be entertained under any circumstances.

The opinions, suggestions, remarks, if any, expressed during this game, whether in the clues or in the answers, are not those of SJOBA and SJOBA shall not be held liable or responsible for any such like remarks, opinions or observations. This is the precondition of SJOBA for participating in this event.

The SMS Treasure Hunt is a fun event and any disputes or difference arising from or touching the event would be referred to the “Judges of Fact”, whose decision would be final and binding upon all concerned. If there may arise any other unforeseen circumstance, not specifically addressed by these Rules, the same shall also be referred to the “Judges of Fact” for their decision thereon, which shall be final and binding on all concerned. It is only upon the express understanding and mutual acceptance of all the conditions above that one participates in the event.

Your agreeing to participate in this treasure hunt by registering is an acceptance of all the rules of this event and you agree to be bound by them.

The organizers reserve the right to cancel, reschedule, postpone, delay or modify the event in any way they may deem fit. The principal of Force Majeure shall also apply.

So, pick up your cell phone, type your name and batch and send a SMS to 09888442288.

For any further queries, please get in touch with the Game Master Vivek Bansal at 9888332288.

Message from SJOBA President

Change is the constant, the signal for rebirth, the egg of the phoenix. It was an honour for me at the SJOBA AGM held on 5th of August, 2012, when the collegium of the Past Presidents bestowed me and my team members with the reins of SJOBA for the coming year, to take our organisation to new heights.

SJOBA is an alumnus that has stood apart from others due to its integrity, activities and brotherhood amongst its members. It is the most coveted organisation of the country with events ranging from the Winter Festival to The SJOBA Rally. I assure you that the coming year will be full of similar activities from the past with additions of new ones too for some more fun and frolic.

I would also like to take the opportunity to extend my full support to you relating to all SJOBA matters and request you to kindly feel free to give in your valuable inputs as to how we can take our beloved organisation a step ahead.

Pro Deo Et Patria.

Best Regards,

Sanjiv Kumar
(Batch of 1974)

Sh. Ram Prakash Chawla SJOBA Badminton Tournament 2011

The Sh Ram Prakash Chawla  Badminton Tournament ended with a bang on October 16, 2011. The day saw a lot of action on the court as the last leg of league matches were played in the men's doubles category followed by the finals. The pin drop silence in the auditorium during the finals was an indication that the fight was even and the spirit triumphant. Every point on either side was cheered by the strong crowd which had gathered, equally enamored by the matches and the food!! The night ended with lots of camaraderie, catching-up, bonhomie, some lovely food and of course wonderful memories!!

After 4 days of league matches and the grueling finals the following teams emerged winners: 

Men's Doubles

3rd Position - Sumit Behl and Chaitanya Verma

2nd Position - Kanwar Walia and Animesh Sharma

1st Position - Atul Chopra and Vivek Sood

Mixed Doubles

3rd Position - Chaitanya Verma and Noor Paul

2nd Position - Animesh Sharma and Ruchi Kapoor

1st Position - Vivek Sood and Gayatri Swarup

Bro McCann is no more

Bro' McCann left for his heavenly abode on October 2, 2011. There is not one among us whose life was not touched by the man who always had a smile on his face and a witty comment on his tongue. He had a rare charm which made him endearing to everyone he met.

RIP Bro. McCann. You will continue to live in the hearts of all the Johnians.

SJOBA vs St John's Football Match

It was on a hot Saturday (October 1, 2011) morning that the kick-off took place and the Match got started. After an initial couple of attacks from the school team, it was SJOBA who kept more possession and repeatedly attacked the opposition's goal but were unfortunate to not score at the end of the first half. The second half was no different. In spite of a huge turn out of school boys in support of their team, the school boys failed to capitalize on their advantages. Meanwhile, SJOBA kept on attacking their goal but were yet to taste any success.

In a move that proved really fruitful, Captain Ranjit Bajaj pushed Siddharth Sandhu from defence to attack and with that SJOBA went into top gear. In the dying minutes of the game SJOBA got a corner. Rochan's perfect kick landed straight to Pavi who guided it in the goal without any fuss and the whole SJOBA contingent burst in to cheers with their hands up in the air.

The match ended with Principal Mrs. Kavita Das presenting the Bro. Meredith Trophy to SJOBA and as tradition goes Ranjit and Golly Sir presented the trophy back to the School team. 

Scenes on the sidelines were more entertaining with Old Boys Vineet Khurana, Rahul Datta, Pritpal Singh Matharu, Nar Singh ( who came up from Delhi specially for the match) and Kanwar Walia recounting various incidents from their time spent in the school. In what was a fitting end to a match which was characterized by brotherhood, camaraderie and excellent sporting spirit both the teams sat down to enjoy a wonderful snack box and chilled lassi.

Celebrating Teachers' Day

Someone has rightly said "A good teacher is like a candle - it consumes itself to light to make the way for others."

So to acknowledge the respect, the dedication and the love given by our teachers to us, on September 5, 2011, SJOBA arranged for a movie show for all the teachers of St John's, followed by Lunch at Kava.

The SJOBA Executive extended  a warm welcome to all the teachers with roses.

In the end, Mrs.Kavita Das, Principal St John's, thanked SJOBA for the gift in the form of a very enjoyable outing.

At Kava, the teachers enjoyed the food as also danced to some peppy tracks, ending the day on a very memorable note.

New team takes over for 2011-12

In the AGM held on August 7, 2011, Shivneet Singh took over as  the President of SJOBA for the year 2011-12.

The other office bearers include: Vice Presidents: Sanjeev Kumar, Vineet Khurana and Dr Rahul Datta; Treasurer: Rajesh Bansal; Secretary: Hemant Kaushal; Joint Secretarys: Gagan Sekhon, Rahul Gulati and Shivam Garg.  They are supported by a team of 20 Executive Committee members. 

Commenting on his selection as President, Shivneet Singh said, “This is a great responsibility and my team and I will make sure that we keep the SJOBA flag flying high and live up to the aspirations of our highly dedicated members.”

SJOBA Secretary Hemant Kaushal motivated young SJOBA members to come forward for all events and volunteer because the bonding and camaraderie have always run thick in SJOBA’s veins.