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  • Luthra Brothers Arrested and Transported to Goa Following Fatal Nightclub Fire: Exclusive Transit Images

    Luthra Brothers Arrested and Transported to Goa Following Fatal Nightclub Fire: Exclusive Transit Images

    Dec 17, 2025 10:41 am CST

    Owners of 'Birch by Romeo Lane' nightclub, Saurabh and Gaurav Luthra, have been returned to India from Thailand where they fled after a deadly fire at their Goa establishment. NDTV has obtained exclusive images of the brothers at Delhi Airport en route to face charges of culpable homicide and negligence, as investigations reveal multiple safety violations at the venue that contributed to the tragedy.

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    Luthra Brothers' Thailand Detention: How a Simple Meal Outing Led to Their Capture After Deadly Goa Nightclub Fire

    Dec 14, 2025 12:11 am CST

    The Luthra brothers, sought in connection with a Goa nightclub fire that killed 25 people, were detained in Thailand after stepping out for a meal revealed their location to authorities. Now facing deportation to India, the brothers will confront serious charges including manslaughter and murder for allegedly organizing a fire show without proper safety measures at Birch by Romeo Lane. Their capture highlights the international cooperation between Thai and Indian authorities in bringing the suspects to justice.

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    Ajay Gupta: Gurugram-Based 'Sleeping Partner' Arrested After Deadly Goa Nightclub Fire

    Dec 10, 2025 02:30 pm CST

    Ajay Gupta, co-owner of 'Birch' by Romeo Lane nightclub in Goa, has been arrested following a fire that killed 25 people. After attempting to evade authorities by faking a spine condition, the Gurugram businessman was apprehended while his partners, the Luthra brothers, fled to Thailand. Authorities have filed charges of culpable homicide and negligence against the nightclub owners.

  • Goa Nightclub Co-Owner Arrested: Claims "Only Sleeping Partner" Role in Deadly Fire Incident

    Goa Nightclub Co-Owner Arrested: Claims "Only Sleeping Partner" Role in Deadly Fire Incident

    Dec 10, 2025 01:30 pm CST

    Ajay Gupta, co-owner of 'Birch' by Romeo Lane nightclub in Goa, was arrested following a devastating fire that killed 25 people. While claiming to be "only a sleeping partner," Gupta was apprehended at a Delhi hospital as his business partners, the Luthra brothers, fled to Thailand. Police are investigating safety violations and procedural irregularities that contributed to the tragic incident during a musical performance.

  • Goa Nightclub Owner Gaurav Luthra Spotted in Thailand Following Deadly Fire Tragedy

    Goa Nightclub Owner Gaurav Luthra Spotted in Thailand Following Deadly Fire Tragedy

    Dec 09, 2025 09:23 pm CST

    Exclusive footage reveals Gaurav Luthra, co-owner of 'Birch by Romeo Lane' nightclub where 25 people perished in a fire, was spotted at Phuket airport in Thailand after fleeing India hours after the tragedy. The Luthra brothers face culpable homicide charges while authorities issue Interpol notices in pursuit of the fugitives responsible for the establishment constructed with highly flammable materials.

  • From Success to Fugitives: The Rise and Fall of Luthra Brothers After Deadly Goa Nightclub Fire

    From Success to Fugitives: The Rise and Fall of Luthra Brothers After Deadly Goa Nightclub Fire

    Dec 09, 2025 03:14 pm CST

    This article explores the dramatic reversal of fortune for the Luthra brothers, Saurabh and Gaurav, once celebrated entrepreneurs who built a successful hospitality empire across multiple cities. Their meteoric rise from opening their first venue in 2016 ended in tragedy when a devastating fire at their Goa nightclub 'Birch By Romeo Lane' claimed 25 lives. Investigations revealed serious safety violations, transforming them overnight from admired businessmen to fugitives who fled the country to escape accountability.

  • Goa Nightclub Owners Flee to Thailand After Deadly Fire: Blue Corner Notice Likely to Be Issued

    Goa Nightclub Owners Flee to Thailand After Deadly Fire: Blue Corner Notice Likely to Be Issued

    Dec 09, 2025 12:57 pm CST

    The owners of 'Birch by Romeo Lane' nightclub in Goa, Gaurav and Saurabh Luthra, fled to Thailand hours after a devastating fire killed 25 people at their establishment. Authorities are pursuing a Blue Corner Notice through Interpol as they investigate the tragedy that occurred during a musical performance. Four staff members have been arrested while government officials who issued permits are being questioned about potential safety violations.

  • Saurabh Luthra: Profile of Goa Club Owner Facing Legal Action After Deadly Nightclub Fire Claims 25 Lives

    Saurabh Luthra: Profile of Goa Club Owner Facing Legal Action After Deadly Nightclub Fire Claims 25 Lives

    Dec 08, 2025 06:18 pm CST

    Prominent restaurateur Saurabh Luthra faces legal scrutiny after a devastating fire at his upscale Goa nightclub Birch by Romeo Lane killed 25 people. Police have issued lookout notices for Luthra and his brother Gaurav, who are believed to have left India following the tragedy reportedly caused by indoor fireworks at a venue lacking proper safety clearances.

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    Deadly Fire at 'Birch by Romeo Lane' Nightclub in Goa Claims 25 Lives: Safety Regulations Questioned

    Dec 08, 2025 12:48 pm CST

    A devastating fire at 'Birch by Romeo Lane' nightclub in Goa resulted in 25 fatalities, including 20 staff members and 5 tourists. The blaze reportedly started during a 'Bollywood Banger Night' when fireworks were used indoors. Officials suspect the venue lacked proper fire department clearance, leading to arrests of four staff members while authorities search for property promoters Saurabh and Gaurav Luthra.

  • Goa Officials Suspended Following Deadly Nightclub Fire Tragedy: 25 Lives Lost

    Goa Officials Suspended Following Deadly Nightclub Fire Tragedy: 25 Lives Lost

    Dec 08, 2025 12:31 am CST

    Three senior Goa government officials have been suspended for their involvement in permitting operations of the 'Birch by Romeo Lane' nightclub, which experienced a devastating fire resulting in 25 deaths. The suspended officials include the former Director of Panchayat and other key regulatory authorities who granted permissions in 2023. Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding the trade licence issuance.