The Digital Goondas
OTPs and CAPTCHAs are the new digital goondas. They don’t rob your wallet—they extort your patience, eyesight and occasionally your sanity. A humorous take on the internet’s favourite protection racket.

OTPs and CAPTCHAs are the new digital goondas. They don’t rob your wallet—they extort your patience, eyesight and occasionally your sanity. A humorous take on the internet’s favourite protection racket.

If you’re over fifty, you probably spent part of your childhood sitting on a Stepney. Not because it was meant to be a seat. It wasn’t. It was a spare tyre bolted behind the pillion on a Lambretta or a Bajaj Chetak. Yet, for an entire generation of Indian children, it became first class. Dad…

“Good morning, Sanjay, my smartwatch lovingly exclaims! . You slept 18 minutes less than usual. Your recovery isn’t optimal. Your HRV has dipped. Your stress levels are elevated. Your Body Battery is running on reserve.” Before I’ve even brushed my teeth, I’ve already failed five health tests. Welcome to the world of Hannibal Lecter and…