The Dwepayan Diary

Ridden Not Repaired: The Service Struggle in India  India happens to be one of the biggest motorcycle markets in the world, with bikes intricately laced through our culture, travel, memories, and passions. The range of motorcycles on Indian roads-commuters, scooters, retro classics, sport bikes, ADVs, cruisers, and now even electric bikes-all show how much the country depends on two wheels. Yet, despite this massive ecosystem, one problem continues to frustrate riders everywhere: the non-stop struggle of finding a skilled, trustworthy mechanic. It is a problem as old as most of our machines, and to date, it continues to affect riders across every city, town, and village. The Illusion of Convenience Every Indian street seems to have a mechanic shop within a few kilometers. The typical scene is familiar — a tiny workshop, a few basic tools, a row of bikes lined up, and a mechanic wiping grease off his hands. At first glance, it looks like India should be the easiest country to own an...

  What a Pathetic Game – Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater Hey Folks, I am back again with another review. Before I continue to write, I just want to clarify that this is going to be one of the most honest reviews about what I felt playing this whole game. It might hurt sentiments of some fellow players, but it is what it is. This is one of the shittiest games I have ever played — Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater . As the name is not cooperating with either A nor Z, the same goes with the game. I downloaded it with the thought of playing a Stealth, Action-Adventure, Third-Person Shooter, Survival, Tactical Espionage, Cinematic / Narrative-Driven game. Instead, it eventually turned out to be a typical South Indian action movie. No offence, but the hype was way too much for what it actually delivered. Expectations vs. Reality Metal Gear Solid has been around since 1987, and naturally I thought: a franchise lasting this long must have something truly special. But my expectations...