TIME… the sly frenemy of this course we didn’t sign up for but somehow got roped into. Yet here we are, all in it together!
One minute you’re in a lecture that feels longer than a diplomatic negotiation being done at Uzbekistan and the next, your much-needed weekend has zipped by in the blink of an eye. If you’ve ever wondered why tea breaks seem to last about 10 seconds while a 45-minute lecture stretches into eternity, congratulations—you’ve mastered the art of time-warping in this course.
Our good friend, Raghu Kutei (you might remember him from legendary class of Lal Div), once famously declared: “Time is like tea—disappears when you need it most during after lunch break sessions” And honestly, who could argue with that? Let’s dive into the strange, hilarious ways time plays tricks on us during this course.
The Ashoka Hall Time Warp: Lectures That Bend Reality
Let’s start with Ashoka Hall, the grand theater where lectures stretch time like an overworked rubber band. You walk in, the clock reads 9:00 a.m., and by 9:15, you’ve entered another dimension where time slows down to a crawl. The grand maestro who is speaking is on slide 6 of 157, and you swear the second hand on your watch has stopped moving.
Suddenly, you shift in your comfy seat, sneak a glance at the clock—it’s 1100h... How? Why? What did you do to deserve this?
It’s as if time itself has decided to take a leisurely stroll through the park in front of HQ while you’re stuck in your chair, trying to look engaged. But don’t worry—you’ve still got the tea break to look forward to... right?
The Great Afternoon Tea Disappearing Act
Ah, the afternoon tea break—the promised land after hours of back-to-back lectures. You make it to the canteen, grab your chai, and settle into a chair for some much-needed relaxation. You take one sip, maybe nibble on a snack, and then—BAM! The break is over. How is that even possible? Time was dragging all morning, and now it’s sprinting like it’s late for roll call.
You glance at your watch—nope, you didn’t imagine it. Tea breaks seem to exist in some alternate universe where minutes are measured in seconds. One minute you’re enjoying your tea, and the next, it’s back to Lal Div for Round 2 of the mind boggling lectures.
Exams: The Ultimate Time Masterclass
Now, exams are where time really flexes its muscles. You sit down, confident, ready to crush it. The first few questions are a breeze—time flies as you scribble down answers like you’re on fire. But then you hit that question. You know, the one that makes you question every decision you’ve ever made, including the decision of system to send you in this course. Suddenly, time slows down again. The clock is ticking, but your brain? It’s stuck in neutral.
You glance at the clock, convinced an hour has passed—nope, just three minutes. Panic sets in. Time is now your worst enemy, laughing as you try to cobble together an answer before the invigilator announces there are five minutes left. Five minutes? You’ve still got two essays to write! Time, in this moment, is a merciless drill sergeant, and you’re not getting out of this one easily.
Research Work: The Slow Grind
Then comes the Great never ending research work —your chance to show off all that knowledge you’ve been absorbing (or at least pretending to absorb) during those long RM n Stats classes apart from one to one briefing.But here’s the thing: Research is another one of time’s tricks. You sit down, ready to dive in, and after what feels like hours of hard work, you check the clock. Only 15 minutes have passed, and you’ve barely scratched the surface. How is this possible? Time, my friend, has shifted into its "slow grind" mode.
You’ll swear you’ve been working for hours, but the reality is far from it. You’ve still got a long way to go, and time is enjoying every minute of your struggle.
The Compass Net Assessment Time Puzzle
If you thought research was tough, wait until you tackle the Compass Net assessment of Sem 2. You’re racing against the clock, your brain juggling facts, figures, and strategies like a circus act. Time moves in mysterious ways here. One moment, you’re deep in thought, working through the intricacies of your assessment, and the next, you look up and realize you’ve spent 40 minutes on one part only. Time just loves playing hide-and-seek when you’re under pressure.
By the end, you’re sweating bullets, frantically piecing together your final points while time sneaks up behind you, ready to blow the whistle.
The Moral of the Story: Time is a Prankster
If there’s one thing you’ll learn in this course, it’s that time isn’t your friend. It’s more like that prankster cousin who shows up to every family event just to mess with you. It slows down when you’re stuck in a lecture, speeds up during tea breaks, and goes into full-on overdrive during exams. But here’s the good news: You can learn to outsmart it—sort of.
The key is to embrace the absurdity of it all. Yes, time will trick you, but if you’re ready for it, you can laugh along the way. When the lectures drag on, just remember that your tea break is waiting (even if it only lasts for five seconds). And when the exam clock seems to be mocking you, take a deep breath and write like your life depends on it.
Ultimately, Time might be having its little fun with us, but come March, the clock will strike, and the game will be up… and March isn’t as far off as it seems!
