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Off days for journalists are rare. Mostly, we are on the move, and on the chance day we do take an off for a swig or two, the merriment lasts only until some fresh earth-shattering news emerges. Last Sunday (27 July) was one such day.

Despite Bengaluru traffic, my trip home from the downtown diner didn't take me much longer than it'd take to gulp half a pint. Yes, it was quick; very quick....