The Arrival of a Tiny GiantYesterday, a small box arrived that promised to bridge the gap between my terrace and the deep reaches of space: the DWARF mini. In an age where we are often glued to small screens for trivialities, this device uses technology to turn our eyes upward, reminding us of the vastness …
April 2022 was a spectacular month to view 5 planets lining up. These were visible early in the morning between 4.30 am and 5.30 am, the views of the planets were spectacular. The 5 planets being Jupiter, Venus, Neptune, Mars and Saturn. On April 29th and May 1st there was a beautiful conjunction of two …
If last night’s sky was a grand, sweeping dance across the western horizon, tonight was an intimate, hushed conversation between two cosmic giants. Returning to the rooftop this Wednesday evening, May 20th, 2026, the Bengaluru skies cleared once more to reveal a sight so perfectly geometric, it felt less like random cosmic mechanics and more …
There is a distinct, breathless magic that occurs when the celestial clockwork aligns perfectly to pierce through a stormy night. Earlier this evening, right here in Bengaluru, the heavy pre-monsoon clouds parted just enough to reveal a breathtaking cosmic triad: a delicate, glowing crescent Moon suspended beautifully in the western sky, flanked by the two …
Last night, May 12, 2026, was a testament to how modern technology can bridge the gap between our busy daily lives and the silent, ancient wonders of the cosmos. Between 7:20 PM and 10:15 PM, while I was indoors attending to other tasks, my gear was outside under the Bengaluru sky, diligently working through a …
Date: April 26, 2026Location: Bengaluru, IndiaEquipment: DWARF mini Smart TelescopeProcessing: Live Stacking via App & Stellar Studio There is a unique kind of magic that happens on the terrace in Bengaluru. Between the hum of the city and a sky occasionally draped in clouds, you wouldn’t expect to find the birthplace of stars or the …
In the last two days, my terrace in Bengaluru transformed into an intense night sky viewing altar. With the S26 Ultra acting as my “Modern Drik”—a contemporary lens of divine perception—I tracked the “Jewels” of the cosmos, connecting the dots between the stars above and the profound wisdom of many ancient verses. Through this lens, …
Here’s a brief clip of the moon from my archives By zooming in, the surface features are clearly visible.
How the Canon RF 50mm f/1.8 transforms everyday moments into vibrant portraits with creamy blur and effortless charm. This afternoon I stepped out with my Canon R7 and my new Canon RF 50mm f/1.8 lens, and it turned into a revelation. Sometimes the simplest gear can surprise you, and this little lens—often nicknamed the “nifty …
Just wanted to share some images of the Super Moon 04-12-2025. It was very cloudy, I tried to take photos using the Mirrorless camera and mobile. The photos taken through the mobile turned out to be much clearer. Here are a few photos, some of them have been cropped and slightly enhanced.
Exploring the Moon — Observations from October 4, 2025 Location: Bengaluru, IndiaTelescope: 127mm Maksutov-CassegrainCamera: ZWO ASI 462MCLunar Phase: Waxing Moon (~43% illuminated)Seeing Conditions: Good (7/10), thin passing clouds A Night of Lunar Detail The Moon was in a perfect position tonight for high-contrast views along the terminator, where sunlight rakes across crater rims and mountain …
