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Kerala HC vs LIC: A Landmark Judgment on Insurance Rights
On 8 September 2025, the Kerala High Court delivered a powerful judgment against Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC), setting a precedent in health insurance law. The case involved Dr. A.M. Muraleedharan, a 58-year-old from Kannur, who fought LIC’s arbitrary rejection of his wife’s medical claims—and won. The Background Dr. Muraleedharan had been paying premiums…
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Price of Masala Dosa in Kerala
Price Of Masala Dosa In Kerala Kerala is famous not only for its lush green landscapes and cultural traditions, but also for its food. Among the many South Indian dishes, the masala dosa holds a special place. The price of a masala dosa in Kerala depends on the type of restaurant you choose. Masala Dosa…
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Palakkad Fort: What Actually Happened (Facts + Sources)
Palakkad Fort’s present form dates to 1766, when Hyder Ali rebuilt it in stone; his son Tipu Sultan later strengthened and used it, which is why it’s popularly called Tipu’s Fort. Hyder first entered Malabar in 1757 at the request of the Palakkad Raja to stop the Zamorin’s invasion; he sent Makhdoom Ali Khan with troops and artillery, forced the Zamorin back, and extracted terms. Control of the fort then swung between Mysore and the British: briefly taken in 1768, again in 1783, and finally in 1790, when the British renovated it as a base for operations that culminated at Srirangapatna. Official/government and standard histories do not name a specific architect for Palakkad Fort; French military engineers were active in Mysore’s fortification works (e.g., Srirangapatna), but no reliable, named engineer is recorded for Palakkad itself.
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Exploring the Siruvani Ecotourism Program: A Journey Through the Natural Wonders of Palakkad
The Siruvani Ecotourism Program, organized by the Kerala State Government’s Forest Department, offers a unique opportunity to explore the lush wilderness surrounding the Siruvani Dam in Palakkad District, Kerala. This exclusive tour combines the scenic beauty of the Western Ghats with the tranquility of the Siruvani River and the captivating forest landscapes of this region,…
