Why Keralam Needs a Political Retirement Age
Why Keralam Needs a Political Retirement Age Keralam takes pride in literacy, political awareness, and public debate. But when it comes to leadership renewal, the state still looks…
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KIIFB Explained: Kerala’s Rs 76,000 Crore Infrastructure Gamble – Genius or Debt Trap?
Last updated: March 2026 | Reading time: 12 minutes If you live in Kerala, you have probably driven on a KIIFB road, sent your child to a KIIFB-upgraded…
Best Food Spots in Palakkad in 2026 – 20 Must-Try Restaurants, Cafes and Bakeries + Food Map
Best Food Spots in Palakkad in 2026 – 20 Must-Try Restaurants, Cafes and Bakeries + Food Map Looking for the best food spots in Palakkad? This local guide…
Alcohol Policy in Kerala: The Case for Responsible Access, Not Restriction
Alcohol Policy in Kerala: Responsible Access, Not Restriction Alcohol is a touchy topic in Kerala. Public debates usually swing between “ban it” and “it is ruining society”. But…
Palakkad Gap – Where Geology Shaped Climate, Trade and Civilisation
Palakkad Gap is not just a “gap.” It is a geological scar, a climate gateway, a trade artery, and a civilisational bridge. The Palakkad Gap, also called Palghat…
Kollengode Railway Station: A Quick Guide
Kollengode Railway Station: A Quick Guide Kollengode (KLGD) is a serene railway station in the Palakkad district of Kerala, located on the Palakkad–Pollachi line. It serves as a…
The Geological Significance of the Palakkad Gap
⛰️ The Geological Significance of the Palakkad Gap The Palakkad Gap (or Palghat Gap) is a monumental geological feature in the Western Ghats mountain range of India, running…
India’s Big Infrastructure Claims: What’s Real and What’s Hype
The Truth Behind India’s Mega Projects: Progress, Hype, and the Gaps We Must Not Ignore Big infrastructure makes for great videos. Drones flying over concrete pillars, grand timelapses…
When Kerala Touched Madagascar: The Plate-Tectonic Story of Palakkad
Palakkad is usually discussed in terms of politics, agriculture, railways or the Palakkad Gap. But one of the most fascinating stories buried under our soil is far older,…
Local Elections and the Real Test of Governance: Secularism, Sustainability, and Public Accountability
Local Elections and the Real Test of Governance: Secularism, Sustainability, and Public Accountability Kerala is stepping into the first phase of another local self-government election, almost two decades…