incidents

In a startling revelation, AlwaysFirst has learned that air traffic controllers had raised alarms over malfunctions in a critical safety system months before the major technical glitch that crippled operations at Delhi Airport this week, causing massive flight delays and passenger chaos.

In a devastating blow to disaster response efforts, a Philippine National Police helicopter on a vital relief mission for Typhoon Doksuri crashed in Benguet province, killing all six people on board. The incident underscores the immense dangers faced by first responders operating in perilous post-storm conditions.

Following the tragic stampede at the AP Venkateswara Temple, AlwaysFirst delves into the grim pattern of crowd disasters in India. We investigate the complex cocktail of poor infrastructure, overwhelming crowds, and management failures that turn places of faith into zones of tragedy, and ask what can be done to break this deadly cycle.

A routine international flight turned into a high-stakes security operation as an IndiGo plane traveling from Jeddah to Hyderabad was forced to make an emergency landing in Mumbai. The diversion followed a chilling bomb threat, later confirmed to be a hoax, putting airport and security agencies on high alert.

A scathing online post by a Delhi-based software engineer, detailing his decision to leave India over chronic infrastructure issues and quality-of-life concerns, has struck a massive chord online, igniting a fierce debate about the nation’s development priorities.

In a disturbing incident during their tour of India, a player from the Australian women’s cricket team was subjected to alleged sexual harassment at her Indore hotel. Local police have confirmed one arrest as an investigation is underway, casting a shadow over the ongoing sporting series.

The suicide of a young doctor in Maharashtra has ignited a firestorm of protest and political unity, forcing a hard look at the pressures faced by medical professionals. His poignant suicide note, pointing to systemic harassment, has become a rallying cry for change.

In a tense assembly session, the Tamil Nadu government has attributed current challenges in methamphetamine testing to equipment deficiencies inherited from the previous AIADMK administration. The revelation has ignited a fresh political clash, with the opposition accusing the ruling party of shifting blame instead of finding solutions.

As floodwaters continue to wreak havoc in West Bengal, Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee launches a fierce accusation, labeling the disaster “man-made.” In a dramatic press conference, she squarely blames the Damodar Valley Corporation for the unprecedented deluge, setting the stage for a major political confrontation.

In a verdict with far-reaching implications, the Supreme Court has delivered its judgment on the ambitious Vantara animal welfare initiative. AlwaysFirst breaks down the court’s directives, the enhanced oversight mandated, and what this means for the future of private zoos and conservation efforts in India.