Colonel Dilip Ranade is a retired officer of the Indian Army. He served in Army Aviation, flying helicopters. After retiring from the Army, he continued his aviation career as a commercial pilot. He has been exposed to discussions about astrology within his family since childhood. Out of curiosity, he decided to learn more about the subject and began studying it independently.

Post-retirement, he could dedicate more time to astrology and ancient Hindu astronomy. While reading ancient texts on the subject, he realized that he had uncovered a hidden treasure. he explored various forms of astrology to understand their similarities and differences.

To share his findings, he started his blog https://intrestingcosmos.blogspot.com, where he reviews books and explains some technical aspects of astronomy and astrology. He aims to generate interest in these subjects and present them in a simple, easy-to-understand way for everyone.