Kille Rajgad

Jan 5, 2026

Kille Rajgad

The crown jewel of Maharaj's forts. The BaleKilla is shrouded in clouds which seem to be concentrating on it. I was on the BaleKilla in December 2002. The nights were cold and the air was exceedingly fresh.
Sanjeevani Machi, Rajgad

Dec 22, 2025

Sanjeevani Machi, Rajgad

The Sahyadri foothills are such a beautiful place. The gad towers above the surrounding landscape. The photo is taken from the southern side.
Padma, the Leopardess of Jawai Bandh

Dec 13, 2025

Padma, the Leopardess of Jawai Bandh

She was breathtakingly beautiful. We were luck to see Padma with her three, yes three, cubs. Just days old and just out of the cave. This was a sighting of a lifetime. She walked the hill and boulders with such …
Gadda Fair, Solapur City

Dec 11, 2025

Gadda Fair, Solapur City

An enchanting long standing tradition for the people of this city. My mother came from this city and she used to tell her stories of this fair from her childhood. How her father always got her the biggest doll. Last …
The Malran - the Unforgiving Deccan Wastelands

Dec 11, 2025

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The Malran - the Unforgiving Deccan Wastelands

On the outskirts of Indapur, near Kabbanwadi is this small forest reserve. Typical landscape - dry grassland, rocky, barren. A few stunted trees. This is were we now find the Indian Hyena. A single pack. Surviving.
Early Morning Walks at Karde

Dec 7, 2025

Early Morning Walks at Karde

The serene peaceful beaches of Dapoli are a true blessing. The Konkan is too rainy in the monsoons and too hot in the summers. But between November and February the weather is great! Peace. Good homely food. Hospitable simple people. …
Kaarvi flowers and the evening sky at Sinhagad

Dec 6, 2025

Kaarvi flowers and the evening sky at Sinhagad

Kaarvi blooms once in 7-8 years. But when it does, entire mountainsides become a riot of colour. Sinhagad is our favourite haunt. So near, that we can go up there at a moments notice. The height of the fort gives …
Plus Valley View Point Tamhini Ghat

Dec 3, 2025

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Plus Valley View Point Tamhini Ghat

One of the spectacular views of the Sahyadris. we are looking at one of the '+' arms -- a deep gorge which is home to numerous waterfalls. The massive walls of the Tailbaila fort are visible in the distance. The …
The Badami Fort

Nov 30, 2025

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The Badami Fort

I had been to Badami several times previously but had never visited the fort. Everyone talks only of the main caves. This trip, thanks to Abhi, we got to experience this enchanting and very underrated place. The winding stairs through …
Deep Monsoon and the Achra Lighthouse

Nov 29, 2025

Deep Monsoon and the Achra Lighthouse

For as long as I remember I have wanted to go into the Konkan in the deep monsoons. To enjoy the rain at it's mightiest. This is a photo clicked from the Achra beach. To reach it I had to …
The Boats of the Nal Sarovar

Nov 18, 2025

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The Boats of the Nal Sarovar

When we visited the Nal, there was some political upheaval and the boats had been forbidden to enter the water. So they hung out on the shore. The park was shut, but in the cover of darkness we visited the …
Looking into the Core

Nov 17, 2025

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Looking into the Core

The hair on the back of the neck rises just standing so close to the core. This is the lair of the Tiger. The king of the Jungle. These walks in the jungle are really something. The acute feeling of …
The Boat and the Gulls

Nov 14, 2025

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The Boat and the Gulls

As the year end comes, people from my city flock to various surrounding locations looking for a slice of fun and escape from the routine. A couple of years back me and friends decided to cross the creek and head …
Remote waterfall on the Chattisgarh-Orissa border

Nov 11, 2025

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Remote waterfall on the Chattisgarh-Orissa border

We trekked to this remote location. Stayed at a forest outpost. Ate a meal cooked by the local tribesmen. This waterfall was fantastic. There was no one around. No. One.
Silhouette of Malang Gad

Nov 10, 2025

Silhouette of Malang Gad

In the Kalyan hinterland rises the tall Malang Gad. I have travelled the Shil Fata road so many times, and this mountain has always given me company. It reminded me of my days long gone by. Of the high mountain …
Sunset over Chandani Chowk, Kothrud

Nov 9, 2025

Sunset over Chandani Chowk, Kothrud

A riot of colours. For a few fleeting minutes nature bestowed us a rare grand sight.
Devgiri Temple at Jawai Bandh

Nov 8, 2025

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Devgiri Temple at Jawai Bandh

An enchanting place. In the monsoons we have to go by boat to this place.
Ujani Sarovar

Nov 8, 2025

Ujani Sarovar

From Kumbhargaon
Sunrise over the Aravallis

Dec 15, 2025

Sunrise over the Aravallis

May in Rajasthan is hard. The afternoon temperatures are around the mid 40's. It is dry. One feels like crawling into some shady place and sleeping off the afternoon. But the mornings are brilliant! Cool fresh breeze and magnificent sunrises.
Sunset over the Jawai Bandh

Nov 7, 2025

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Sunset over the Jawai Bandh

A beautiful serene sunset over the waters of the Bandh. As it was post monsoon time, there was ample water around.
The Enchanting Hills of Jawai Bandh

Nov 7, 2025

The Enchanting Hills of Jawai Bandh

This photo was taken in May, in the dry season. All around were the shades of brow purple grey...
Pench forest buffer zone

Nov 7, 2025

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Pench forest buffer zone

All around our forests villagers work hard to live. Our country is rural, no?
The Hill Islands of Jawai Bandh

Dec 1, 2025

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The Hill Islands of Jawai Bandh

The lake was like a mirror - reflecting cleanly the fantastic landscape. The green and the blue contrasting the grey brown yellows of the hills. During the monsoon when the Bandh is filled with water, these hills become isolated islands. …
Velhas Turtle Beach

Nov 7, 2025

Velhas Turtle Beach

One of the most pristine and peaceful beaches in the Konkan.
The Unforgiving Rann

Nov 7, 2025

The Unforgiving Rann

A grim landscape till the eye can see. The Rann is a harsh place - barren with almost no good water. The sun beats down so hard that people not accustomed to this climate will not be able to survive …
Ladhghar Beach

Nov 14, 2025

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Ladhghar Beach

When we were growing up, family trips were only to meet my grandparents. Summers in Solapur and Diwali at Pune. We never vacationed outside these two places. Last few years we have been taking time out to go out with …
Jungles of Chattisgadh

Nov 29, 2025

Jungles of Chattisgadh

The extent of the remoteness of the interiors of central India is to be only felt when we travel those vast lands. For us city dwellers, the wilderness is often intimidating. This is a photo from the for Chattisgadh side …