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.

This item was about the 1977 Dr. Meghna Saha prize, which was given out by the UGC and accepted by Dr. M. K. Vainu Bappu, an IIA scientist. There was also mention of a few more scientists from various fields who had received honours in various categories.

This item was about the prizes that was given to the ten scientists who the UGC chose to receive the Hari Om Ashram Trust for 1977–1978. Named after exceptional Indian scientists, these prizes come with a Rs 10,000 cash reward apiece. M K V M. K. Vainu Bappu form IIA was also one of them.

This item was about the death of a pioneer astronomer Prof Vijay Kapahi. As an astronomer, he made significant contributions to the field, playing key roles in the construction of the Kalayan Radio Telescope, the Ooty Radio Telescope, and the Giant Meterowave Telescope near Pune.