Stock Market Faces Selective Recovery
The market may not reach 26,000 soon, with movements likely to focus on individual stocks, according to an expert analysis.
Kerala's Coconut Crisis Deepens
This special report from Thiruvananthapuram highlights the severe coconut shortage affecting Kerala, known as the 'land of coconut trees.' Coconut production has sharply declined, pushing prices above 70 rupees per kilo, while coconut oil approaches 410 rupees per kilogram.
“We now face shorter but heavier spells of rain, warmer nights and heatwaves. Added to this is the lack of care for existing coconut trees.”
The crisis stems from multiple factors: climate change, destructive pest attacks by the red palm weevil, a shortage of skilled labor, and widespread conversion of fertile coconut plantations to real estate. As households and restaurants reduce coconut use, the report questions whether Kerala is losing a vital part of its cultural identity.
Bollywood Celebrates New Arrival
Bollywood stars Katrina Kaif and Vicky Kaushal joyfully welcomed their first child, a baby boy, on Friday, November 7. They shared their happiness in a joint social media statement:
“Our bundle of joy has arrived.”
The announcement triggered an outpouring of congratulations from fans and notable film industry personalities.
Author's summary: Kerala faces a deepening coconut crisis driven by climate and human factors, while Bollywood celebrates the birth of a much-loved couple's first child.