It's so easy to lose your peace of mind and be bogged down by the million things that the past contains, that we sometimes lose sight of how easy it is to experience joy in the things that lie in front of us. This picture was taken on a rest stop on our way from... Continue Reading →
For those who know me, it's an unsaid fact that I love sunsets, quiet evenings, and the calmness of the night. This picture is that of the first sunset I captured in 2016. On January 3rd, I was in rural Kerala with a friend and spent a while watching the sun go down. To me,... Continue Reading →
Uber & Ola Model in India
First of all, let me preface by saying that I recently researched the Uber and Ola models pretty extensively for a paper I had to write. I am not here to discuss the many legal and ethical challenges these companies face, but simply to draw light on how their operations in India impact drivers and... Continue Reading →
The Contrasts of Old Delhi
Earlier this month, I drove to Old Delhi on an overcast morning to spend some time with friends visiting India. Since 'namaz' was not ongoing, the compounds were quiet except for a few tourist groups. The red sandstone under my feet was wet from the rain earlier that morning and gave the place a completely... Continue Reading →
A Stroll At Lodi Garden
It's really hot in India at the moment. The summers are brutal and most of us voluntarily remain indoors instead of planning outdoor activities. What that means is that almost all of the Indian summer is cordoned off as a time when moving out is considered sheer idiocy. So, today I indulged in idiocy and... Continue Reading →
I clicked this picture in the ruins of Qutub Minar on a hot summer day in the capital city of India. I was showing a friend around when I lifted my head and saw this Mynah sitting in the shade of centuries old stone panels that make up this monument. She just sat there, perched... Continue Reading →