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Mahabali is back in Kerala and Onam bustle is evident everywhere. Flower vendors are crowding the streets of Ernakulam as pookalam (floral decoration) competitions take off, air-conditioner sales are booming and caterers are clocking big orders for sadyas (feast) despite a hike in prices. The State government’s decision to go ahead with Onam bonus for its employees despite financial constraints has revived sentiments.For retailers all over India, training their eyes anxiously at Kerala’s Onam sales as it is a barometer for how the festival season will play out, there...