fatal 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.
Indian Authorities Move to Impound Passports of Luthra Brothers Who Fled to Thailand After Deadly Goa Nightclub Fire
Dec 09, 2025 10:55 pm CST
The Ministry of External Affairs has issued notices to revoke the passports of Gaurav and Saurabh Luthra, who fled to Thailand after a fire at their Goa nightclub 'Birch by Romeo Lane' killed 25 people. The brothers have been given seven days to explain why their passports should not be impounded, as the Goa Police pursue charges including culpable homicide not amounting to murder.
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.