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	About Nehru Planetarium
		The Nehru Planetarium, commissioned on 3rd March, 1977 has grown into a Centre for scientific study of astronomy and for meeting of scientists and scholars for discussions and lectures, arranged periodically on various stellar and Astronomical events.
		It has a Mini Planetarium also, which is taken out to remote rural areas to project its shows for people and children to make them aware of the astronomical progress.
		During the last 26 years of its inception Planetarium generated 28 astronomical presentations using Carl Zeiss Mark IV Universal Projector, which were viewed by 95 lakh astronomy lovers.
	www.nehrucentremumbai.com /planetarium.htm (274 words)

	ComCom: Development Story June 2004
		Nehru Centre - The Brainchild of late Rajni Patel, was conceived as a tribute to one of the greatest architects of modern India, Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru.
		Nehru Centre's live interest in the spirit of scientific enquiry, art and culture is enlivened by organising a wide range of activities.
		The Nehru Planetarium, commissioned on 3rd March, 1977 has grown into a Centre for scientific study of astronomy and for meeting of scientists andscholars for discussions and lectures, arranged periodically on various stellar and Astronomical events.
	www.vigyanprasar.gov.in /comcom/develop74.htm (583 words)

	Nehru Museum Delhi,Nehru Memorial Museum and Planetarium,New Delhi Nehru Planetarium and Museum (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-12)
		Nehru Museum was once used to be the official residence of the Commander-in-Chief of the British forces in India before independence.
		A part from highlighting his achievements, the visual display describes Nehru's Kashmiri lineage, reconstructs his childhood and youth, his years at Harrow and Cambridge, his budding career as a barrister and his activities as a young radical who entered nationalist politics in 1917 by participating in the Home Rule Movement.
		Among the exhibits is the Bharat Ratna medal awarded to the late Prime Minster in 1955.
	delhi.indiantravelportal.com /museums/nehru-museum-planetarium.html (659 words)

	Nehru Planetarium - Mumbai (Bombay)
		Nehru Planetarium is the only astronomical centre in Mumbai, which is also a concert cum movie auditorium.
		Adjacent to the planetarium is the Nehru Centre, venue of numerous international trade fairs and local exhibitions.
		This planetarium is part of the Nehru Centre complex and an excellent place to bring children for educational programs.
	www.hotelinmumbai.com /nehru-planetarium-bombay-mumbai.html (433 words)

	[No title] (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-12)
		Nehru Planetarium is the only astronomical centre in Mumbai and is situated in Worli.
		Nehru Planetarium is a large domed building, popular with the city's amateur astronomers.
		Adjacent to the planetarium is the Nehru Centre, venue of numerous international trade fairs and local exhibitions.
	www.indiantravelportal.com /maharashtra/picnic-spots/nehru-planetarium-at-mumbai.html (259 words)

	ComCom Interview on Venus Transit 2004 - Ratnasree
		The Planetarium needs immediate funding for the purchase of some good equipment in terms of a telescope of some decent aperture as well as CCD and spectroscopic equipment, so that such events could be observed to their full potential and college students could do fruitful projects at the Planetarium.
		Nehru Planetarium group of observers have obtained some interesting data from the Transit, in terms of the contacts (only 1st and 2nd) angular diameter and orbital parameters of Venus as well as data to test for sphericity of the Planet Venus.
		Nehru Planetarium, New Delhi, has been having a continuous interaction with interested students from all over the country, through the group mentioned above for the last few years and it is expected that this interaction will increase after the interest that has been generated by the Transit of Venus activities.
	www.vigyanprasar.gov.in /comcom/inter74.htm (2208 words)

	Nehru Planetarium (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-12)
		The Nehru Planetarium, commissioned on 3rd March 1977 has grown into a Centre for scientific study of astronomy and for meeting of scientists and scholars for discussions and lectures, arranged periodically on various stellar and Astronomical events.
		During the last 26 years of its inception Planetarium generated 28 astronomical presentations using Carl Zeiss Mark IV Universal Projector, which were viewed by 95 lakh astronomy lovers.
		The Planetarium is running the 29th sky theatre programme from October 1st 2003, namely "Wonders of the Universe".
	grupos.xasa.us /wiki/en/wikipedia/n/ne/nehru_planetarium.html (258 words)

	The Tribune, Chandigarh, India - Main News
		Planetariums in the four metros and other cities had made special arrangements for the public to view the event by putting up solar-filter telescopes and binoculars.
		Since direct viewing of the transit is harmful to the eyes, the planetariums attached graded solar filters (those certified by ophthalmologists as fit to use) to telescopes and binoculars kept for the public.
		Planetariums arranged special viewing for students while student members of the amateur astronomers associations measured the distance between the Earth and the Sun using the timing of the transit.
	www.tribuneindia.com /2004/20040609/main3.htm (757 words)

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		The high-rise corncob of the cylindrical Nehru Centre looms north of Mahalaxmi.
		The planetarium recreates an image of the sk as seen from anywhere on the earth, at any time- past, present or future.
	www.emumbaitourism.com /places-to-see-mumbai/nehru-planetarium-tours-mumbai.html (84 words)

	The Hindu : New Delhi News : When the sun "stands still"
		On June 22 last year, a small group of students from Delhi University along with Nehru Planetarium staff marked the shadow locations of the rod on the Karka Rasi Valaya throughout the solstice day.
		This was part of the ongoing work at the Nehru Planetarium to fully understand the usage of all the instruments at Jantar Mantar.
		Nehru Planetarium Director N. Rathanasree will also treat visitors to a presentation about the use of the Misra Yantra at 5 p.m.
	www.thehindu.com /2006/06/20/stories/2006062011460200.htm (525 words)

	Mumbai Mart - Nehru Planetarium
		Nehru planetarium was commissioned in 1977 and designed by one of India's finest architects I.M.Kadri.
		It is run by Nehru Centre, a trust headed by the Chief Minister of Maharashtra State and whose General Secretary is Dr. Raja Ramana, an eminent Indian nuclear scientist.
		The effect is realistic and it is not surprising that the planetarium has attracted 3 million visitors so far.
	www.mumbaimart.com /content/view/72/119 (128 words)

	Nehru Centre, Mumbai
		It was in 1972 that the Nehru Centre was conceived by the late Shri Rajni Patel and others as a living memorial to the maker of modern India, who symbolized the ideals of enlightened curiosity, scientific temper, secular values, a world view and above all, a faith in the people of India.
		Indira Gandhi on march 3, 1977, the Nehru Planetarium soon acquired a distinct identity on the map of Bombay.
		The concept was developed by the Nehru Centre with the co-operation of a number of experts and knowledgeable persons in various disciplines in the country.
	www.mumbainet.com /travel/nehrucen.htm (594 words)

	Mumbai City Guide (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-12)
		During high tide the walkway to the mosque is submerged in the sea and it can be visited only during low tide.
		It has a computer laboratory, mobile science exhibition units, a heritage hall, an auditorium, inflatable dome planetarium, science library and a children's science park.
		The sky-show at the planetarium is very interesting with it's narration, sound effects and slide projections which combines entertainment with education.
	www.gift2mumbai.com /sightseeing.php (720 words)

	Nehru Planetarium mumbai
		Nehru Planetarium : a center which tells about the universe, is located at Worli8km far from the center of the city.
		The Nehru Planetarium is engaged in recreating image of the sky as seen from any where on the Earth any time.
		This planetarium is a Part "NEHRU CENTER COMPLEX" which is a venue of numerous international trade fairs and local exhibitions.
	www.mumbai-hotelguide.com /nehru-planetarium.html (126 words)

	Category->Astronomy
		The M. Birla Planetarium started functioning from September 29, 1962 as an educational, scientific and research institution and was formally inaugurated on July 2, 1963 by the first Prime Minister of India Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru.
		The Bangalore Association for Science Education is an autonomous organisation administering the Jawaharlal Nehru Planetarium at Bangalore.
		The Nehru Planetarium, commissioned on 3rd March, 1977 has grown into a Centre for scientific study of astronomy and for meeting of scientists and scholars for discussions and lectures, arranged periodically on various stellar and Astronomical even..
	www.anusandhan.net /template.jsp?cat1=A03-B07¤t=1 (206 words)

	Nehru Museum and Planetarium in Delhi, House of Nehru in Delhi, Famous Nehru Planetarium in Delhi
		Also in the grounds is the Nehru Planetarium which gives an overview of the Indian Space program via many interesting taped shows on topics of interest to the general public.
		The experience augments with a visual media that traces Nehru's lineage to Kashmir, overhauls his childhood and youth, his years at Harrow and Cambridge, his toilsome career as a barrister and his glorious activities as a young gladiator who entered nationalist politics in 1917.
		Jawaharlal Nehru was quite conscious of the fact that an indepth understanding of the spirit and method of science was crucial for children to become responsible citizens of an independent nation.
	www.shubhyatra.com /delhi/nehru-museum-planetarium.html (1033 words)

	SignOnSanDiego.com > News > Science -- Hectic preparations in eastern India for rare sky event
		BHUBANESWAR, India – Planetarium officials in eastern India are expecting thousands of visitors Tuesday to watch the Venus cross in front of the sun for the first time in 122 years.
		The planetarium was warning residents who planned to watch from home to – at the very least – wear dark sunglasses.
		Nehru Planetarium in New Delhi noted that Indians were unable to view the Transit of Venus in 1882, but were witness to the phenomenon eight years earlier.
	www.signonsandiego.com /news/science/20040607-0546-india-transitofvenus.html (306 words)

	Nehru Museum & Planetarium - Museums - Delhi
		Situated at the erstwhile residence of Late Jawaharlal Nehru, the first Prime Minister of India, Nehru Museum and Planetarium is the best place to learn about the history of the Independence Movement of India.
		The Gifts Gallery exhibits some of the priceless gifts received by Nehru during his travels in India and overseas including the Bharat Ratna medal that was awarded to him in 1955.
		Nehru Planetarium tells you about the Space Program of India, the Universe and showcases the Capsule that took Rakesh Sharma to space.
	www.exploredelhi.com /museums/nehru-museum.html (289 words)

	THE BANGALORE ASSOCIATION FOR SCIENCE EDUCATION (BASE)
		Jawaharlal Nehru Planetarium was founded by the Bangalore City Corporation in 1989.
		Later in 1992, the administration of the Planetarium was entrusted to the newly formed autonomous body, the Bangalore Association for Science Education (BASE).
		On the premises of the Planetarium, BASE has established a Science Centre, which is serving as a nucleus for non-formal education.
	www.taralaya.org /planetarium.htm (631 words)

	Feature
		In 1964, the Jawaharlal Nehru Memorial Fund was set up to promote his ideas and subsequently it undertook to build the Nehru Planetarium with its primary aim being the promotion of astronomy and space education.
		Under its outreach activities the Nehru Planetarium organises space art contests, astronomy quiz contests, telescope making workshops, astrophotography workshops, astronomy camps, evening or night sky watch and public lectures from time to time throughout the year.
		The Planetarium has been designing activities and programmes on astronomy to fulfil the needs of the school syllabus.The success of these programmes can be gauged from the fact that many schools have made the planetarium visit a mandatory feature during the academic year.
	www.pib.nic.in /feature/feyr2001/foct2001/f171020012.html (723 words)

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		A panel of experts from the academic community will be present to give their advice on the future directions to be taken for restoration of the Jantar Mantar Observatory.
		According to Nehru Planetarium Director N. Rathnasree, the Samrat Yantra at the Observatory has a unique history.
		This is what is being done by volunteers from the Nehru Planetarium, SPACE and the Amateur Astronomers Association.
	www.hinduonnet.com /thehindu/thscrip/print.pl?file=2006092210510200.htm&date=2006/09/22/&prd=th& (363 words)

	Nehru Planetarium . Mumbai . Jawaharlal Nehru . India . 1977 . Bangalore . March 3 (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-12)
		Nehru Planetarium commissioned March 3, 1977 is a planetarium in Mumbai, India.
		Nehru Planetarium is also a planetarium located in Bangalore, India.
		Mumbai is served by numerous newspaper publications, television stations and radio.
	www.uk.fraquisanto.net /Nehru_Planetarium (242 words)

	Introduction (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-12)
		In May 1990, a new program called "Voyage to the Jupiter" was prepared and shown at the Planetarium.
		A telescopic show was organized by the Planetarium department on 15th, 16th and 17th of the May, 1996 at Sharda Yatan School, Piplod.
		Also in 1996, an astronomical art gallery was developed at the planetarium, to impart knowledge of stars, zodiacs, planets, comets etc. 12 month wise laminated maps of Akash Darshan were also displayed.
	www.suratmunicipal.org /planetarium/events.htm (363 words)

	[No title] (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-12)
		NEW DELHI: Nehru Planetarium at Teen Murti here has made special arrangements for public viewing of the partial lunar eclipse that will occur on Thursday after sunset.
		Interestingly, it is a long duration eclipse as the moon is presently closer to the earth," said Nehru Planetarium Director N. Rathnasree on Wednesday.
		Interestingly, while the eclipse is in progress, a faint star named "H Aquarius" (from the Aquarius constellation) can be seen moving behind the moon and reappearing from the other side.
	www.hinduonnet.com /thehindu/thscrip/print.pl?file=2006090723160300.htm&date=2006/09/07/&prd=th& (221 words)

	Nariman Point, Nehru Planetarium.
		Specially designed for children and youth, the Nehru Science Centre at Worli is truly a 'Wonderland of Science'.
		In the middle of the sky t~eatre is a giant planetarium projector.
		It is a versatile instrument that faithfully reproduces the night sky as seen at any place of the earth at any time past, present and future.
	www.savejane.com /visit.html (556 words)

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		B.S. Shailaja, astronomer at the planetarium, told The Hindu that a team was already revising the 40-minute Kannada and English programmes on the solar system being shown in the planetarium six days a week.
		The planetarium always took such developments seriously and eagerly passed on the information to the general public.
		Last year, it had produced a separate capsule on Xena (also known as UB313) when it was a hot topic and shown it to public, she added.
	www.hinduonnet.com /thehindu/thscrip/print.pl?file=2006082624560300.htm&date=2006/08/26/&prd=th& (455 words)

	Nehru Science Centre, Mumbai City, India
		Nehru Centre, a trust headed by the Chief Minister of Maharashtra State, runs it.
		Inspired by Nehru's book of the same name, it seeks to explore 5000 years of history by investigating the geographical, social, culture and political forces at play in the subcontinent.
		Indira Gandhi laid the foundation stone of this magnificent dream on November 2, 1972 on a six-acre plot leased by the Government of Maharashtra.
	www.mumbaisuburbs.com /mumbai-tourist/mumbai-tourist-sights-science-center.html (470 words)

	'I was never interested in astronomy'
		It was my first trip to Mumbai's Nehru Planetarium and I was eager.
		Asked what scientists were trying to decipher, Piyush Pandey, director, Nehru Planetarium, said, "Till now the moment of Venus passing through sun is going on expected lines.
		Planetarium staffers told me that I won't be able to use the telescope as it was not meant for outsiders.
	www.rediff.com /news/2004/jun/08sfa.htm (628 words)

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		"The Nehru Planetarium presented its 26th sky theatre programme "Astronomy of the Millennium" on 22nd January, 2,000.
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