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  When Onam arrives, every home in Kerala fills with joy, flowers, and the irresistible aroma of the grand Onam Sadhya. More than just a meal, Sadhya is a cultural celebration served with love on a banana leaf. But did you know that even the order of serving each dish has a special tradition? Let’s explore the step-by-step way to serve Onam Sadhya the authentic Kerala style. 🍃 The Origin of the Word Sadhya The Malayalam word Sadhya comes from the Sanskrit word “Sagadhi”, which means a grand feast enjoyed with family and friends. A true Sadhya should contain all six tastes – sweet, sour, salty, bitter, pungent, and astringent. 🌿 The Serving Tradition Traditionally, the feast is served on a banana leaf placed horizontally in front of the guest. The narrow tip of the leaf should always point to the left side of the guest. Each dish has its own designated place and serving order. 🍌 Left Side (Top Portion of the Leaf) Banana Chips (Upperi) Jaggery-coated Chips ( Sharkara Varatti) Pic...

  Every vehicle in Kerala carries a unique registration number that begins with KL, followed by a code that represents the district or Regional Transport Office (RTO). These vehicle registration codes help identify where the vehicle was registered and also make it easier for authorities and the public to trace its origin. In this article, you will find the complete list of Kerala vehicle registration codes (KL-01 to KL-72), neatly arranged district-wise  for easy reference. 📌 Quick Reference – Main District Codes (KL-01 to KL-14) Code District KL-01 Thiruvananthapuram KL-02 Kollam KL-03 Pathanamthitta KL-04 Alappuzha KL-05 Kottayam KL-06 Idukki KL-07 Ernakulam KL-08 Thrissur KL-09 Palakkad KL-10 Malappuram KL-11 Kozhikode KL-12 Wayanad KL-13 Kannur KL-14 Kasaragod Sub RTO / Newer Codes (Kerala has many sub-regional offices, so vehicles can carry these too.) KL-15 – Attingal KL-16 – Muvattupuzha KL-17 – Parur KL-18 – Vadakara KL-19 – Ottapalam KL-20 – Tirur KL-21 – Thalassery ...

  Sarkara Varatty (or Chakkara Varatty) is a traditional Kerala sweet snack made with ripe Nendran bananas, jaggery, ghee, and a touch of spice. It’s a classic Onam Sadhya sweet, often prepared in advance and enjoyed as a side or festive treat. 📝 Ingredients Ripe Nendran bananas – 3 large (cut into small pieces) Jaggery – 1 ½ cups (grated or powdered) Ghee – 3 to 4 tbsp Cardamom powder – ½ tsp Dry ginger powder – ¼ tsp (optional) Water – ½ cup 🍳 Preparation Steps Step 1: Prepare the Jaggery Syrup 1. Heat ½ cup water in a pan. 2. Add grated jaggery and stir until fully melted. 3. Strain to remove impurities. Step 2: Cook the Bananas 1. Peel and slice bananas into small cubes. 2. Heat 2 tbsp ghee in a heavy-bottom pan. 3. Fry banana pieces until soft and lightly golden. Step 3: Combine & Thicken 1. Add the jaggery syrup to the cooked bananas. 2. Cook on low flame, stirring continuously, until it thickens. 3. Add remaining ghee, cardamom powder, and dry ginger powder. Step 4: Fi...

Rajanikanth's Coolie  “On its sixth day, Lokesh Kanagaraj’s Coolie has crossed the ₹216 crore milestone at the box office, though the journey toward the ₹250 crore mark now appears to be slowing down.” Lokesh Kanagaraj’s much-anticipated action thriller Coolie, featuring superstar Rajinikanth, opened with a massive response at the box office. After a record-breaking weekend, the film faced a noticeable dip starting Monday, and collections dropped further on day six. Despite the slowdown, Coolie has crossed the ₹200 crore milestone in just six days, making it one of the fastest films this year to achieve the mark. 📊 Box Office Trend (India) Day 1 (Opening): Strong opening with record numbers across Tamil Nadu and other regions Weekend (Days 2–3): Massive growth, fueled by positive word of mouth Day 4 (Monday): Sharp decline as weekday effect set in Day 5 (Tuesday): Collections remained steady but lower than expected Day 6 (Wednesday): Further dip, but total crosses ₹200 crore mark...