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Goa’s prestigious Chess World Cup was checkmated by an unexpected opponent: bedbugs. After a viral photo sparked global criticism over playing conditions, Dutch number one Anish Giri has broken his silence, launching a staunch defense of the organizers and calling the backlash disproportionate. AlwaysFirst delves into the controversy that has the chess world in a…

Ever noticed a stark white ‘X’ marked on the final coach of a departing train? For millions of Indians, it’s a common yet unexplained sight. AlwaysFirst uncovers the critical safety protocol and operational logic behind this simple symbol, a silent guardian ingrained in the fabric of Indian Railways.

In a sobering address to parliament, Congress MP Shashi Tharoor issued a grave warning about the future of India’s IT sector. He stated that the rapid rise of Artificial Intelligence could trigger an “IT apocalypse,” placing the livelihoods of over 500,000 tech professionals in immediate jeopardy and forcing a fundamental rethink of the country’s economic…

Kerala has announced an ambitious mission to become the first state in India to eradicate extreme poverty. But what does this declaration truly entail? AlwaysFirst delves beyond the political fanfare to explore the groundbreaking data-driven strategy, the meticulous identification process, and the real-world challenges of lifting tens of thousands of families to a life of…

In a significant push for educational modernization, a high-level Pharmacy Council of India (PCI) workshop at Assam Don Bosco University charted the future of pharmacy education in Northeast India. The event brought together over 80 delegates to dissect the new NEP-aligned B.Pharm syllabus and implement the Aadhaar-based biometric attendance system, marking a leap towards national…

In a move that could impact the finances of millions of salaried employees, the Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) is reportedly considering a significant hike in the wage ceiling for mandatory PF contributions. This potential shift to a Rs. 25,000 limit sparks a crucial question for employees: more money in-hand now, or a larger retirement…

Despite ambitious plans to combat pollution and dust, Delhi’s recent cloud seeding project was grounded. In an exclusive insight, the Director of IIT Kanpur explains how a critical lack of cooperative weather conditions, not a technology failure, led to the trials being put on hold.

Groundbreaking research reveals that our perception of time is not fixed. A new study has identified a specific, common activity that can significantly warp our internal clock, making durations feel up to 9% longer than they actually are. Read on to discover the secret to stretching your subjective time.