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This item was about the PM's Statement given in the inugural session of 19th general assembly of the International Astronomical Union. He pointed out the fact that if India is to progress, scientific temper must be built into our culture. He also mentioned that since the days of J L Nehru, India had been committed to using science and technology for the development of human beings.

Indian Institute of Astrophysics

This item was about the inugural speech given by PM in the 19th general meeting assembly of international Astronomical Unit. In his speech, the PM highlighted that political barriers should not hinder scientific ties. The PM also released a commemorative stamp depicting Halley's comet. The conference had participation from 1400 astronomers from all over the world, including 300 from India. The special topics of discussion were radio astronomy, cosmology, supernova, and evolution in galaxies.

Indian Institute of Astrophysics
IND-IIA-F215-I01 · Item · 22-09-1909
Part of Correspondance regarding the proposal to build General Hospital

The letter is from the Director of Kodaikanal and Madras Observatories to the Surgeon-General, saying that the Meridian line of the Observatory passes through the Spur Tank and hence takes into consideration while making plans for the hospital that no chimney can come near the line.

Kodaikanal Solar Observatory
IND-IIA-F215-I02 · Item · 28-09-1909
Part of Correspondance regarding the proposal to build General Hospital

The letter is from Surgeon-General P. H. Benson to the Director, Kodaikanal and Madras Observatories, informing that the Deputy Director will be consulted when the question of plans for the new General Hospital on Spur Tank is taken up.

Benson, P. H.
IND-IIA-F213-I09 · Item · 26-10-1907
Part of Correspondence related to Spectroheliograph's roofing during 1907-1923

The letter is from John Evershed, Ag. Director Kodaikanal & Madras Observatories to The General Superintendent, Public Works Workshops, returning the blueprint of gearing for moving the spectroheliograph roof with measurements. He also encloses a sketch drawn to the scale of the wall, rail, and girder. And mention that the rack bar should be 18 feet long.

Evershed, John