Yes, I was watching the sky when a girl crossed the road with a big bunch of colorful balloons. She walked right across and then as she started to sell, I got this shot. You know what this one tells me? Hope and happiness. As Happiness and Food turns 4 today, I am happy about the … More Happy 4th!
Much before the Cellular Jail was constructed, the British needed a place for penal punishment. That is how Viper Island came into existence. The British had laid out a good plan for the Andaman Islands. While the Ross Island served as the administrative center, a jail was needed close to Port Blair and Ross Island to confine and … More Viper Island – The gallows of death
Last evening as my flight took off, my mind quickly did the basic direction check and I figured what I did not like. I was sitting at a window seat overlooking the east and the Sun would be setting in the west. Up above the clouds, I realized I am going to miss the colors of … More Do you enjoy what you have got?
India’s history is replete with stories of the struggle for independence from the British. Indians had to bring down a rule of over 200 years and countless lives were lost. From the Battle of Plassey to the revolt of 1857 and then India’s independence in 1947, many kings and freedom fighters sacrificed all that they … More Cellular Jail – The story of a prison
I don’t remember how we started planning our travel to Andaman & Nicobar Islands. All I know is that we wanted to get out of Bangalore and travel to a new place during mid-December. My mind was a bit inclined towards Sri Lanka. VT suggested Andamans and I remember agreeing. Then I got swamped with … More Andaman adventures – some facts and a glimpse
The streets of Hong Kong present a beautiful blend of levels due to the geography of the island, modern public transport, trams and high fashion stores. This week, have a look at some shots from the streets of Hong Kong. Around us the world is always on the go. I prefer stopping somewhere in the … More From the streets of Hong Kong
Gandhi Bazaar in South Bangalore is well-known for flowers, fresh fruits, and vegetables. As we walked along the main road to spot Vidyarthi Bhavan, I was mesmerized by the hustle bustle of the area. The shopkeepers selling their stuff and striking a good bargain, people finishing their chores, buying their daily needs and then on the … More The Gandhi Bazaar experience
Have you ever thought about the Sun? No, not like the star at the center of the Solar System. Like that omnipresent being who warms and makes our lives bright. Though we know the exact time it rises and sets, it changes every moment. We know it’s there high up shining and before even the … More Be like the Sun
When you find your path, you must not be afraid. You need to have sufficient courage to make mistakes. Disappointment, defeat, and despair are the tools God uses to show us the way.” … More Wordless Wednesday #43
Are you receptive to life experiences that teach you lessons? Are you ready to grow cos something or someone else is showing you the light? That which you were not exposed to earlier? I am and I believe that to grow, we need an open mind. Even a plant needs sunlight and water and likewise, we … More Help me grow
