Ajay Gupta, co-owner of Goa's 'Birch by Romeo Lane' nightclub, was questioned in Delhi regarding the fire that killed 25 people. He claimed to be 'only a partner' and was located at a hospital before being detained.
Goa's nightlife is facing a crackdown ahead of the Christmas and New Year season, with the state government launching an intensive drive to inspect and seal establishments flouting norms after a deadly nightclub fire.
A magisterial inquiry report reveals that the Goa nightclub where a deadly fire killed 25 people was built illegally on salt pan and operated without a valid trade license, indicating serious lapses and collusion at multiple official levels.
Gujarat police have dismantled a Rs 77 crore cyber fraud operation with links to 375 cases nationwide, arresting 16 individuals and uncovering international connections.
Delhi Police have arrested six members of a Bangladesh-based dacoit gang following a midnight encounter. The gang is accused of violent robberies and murders across multiple states, fleeing to Bangladesh between crimes.
The Election Commission is preparing to launch the third phase of the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of voters' lists, potentially covering 22 states and Union Territories with approximately 40 crore electors.
The opening rounds of the Junior and Youth National Table Tennis Championships saw dominant performances from leading teams, while some lower-ranked teams put up a strong fight.
Shigmotsav, Goa's spring festival, highlights its traditions, celebrations, and regional variations.
A survivor recounts the chaotic scene at a Goa nightclub fire that resulted in 25 deaths, citing fireworks and a stampede as contributing factors.
The Bombay High Court converted a civil suit against Birch by Romeo Lane nightclub into a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) saying "someone has to be held accountable" for the tragedy in which 25 people were killed.
The owners of the Birch by Romeo Lane nightclub in Goa, where a fire killed 25 people, have been granted bail in the fire case but remain in jail due to a separate forgery case.
Interpol has issued a Blue Notice against the owners of a Goa nightclub who fled after a fire claimed 25 lives. Police are investigating violations and illegalities related to the nightclub's operation.
Counting of votes begins in Tamil Nadu, Assam, Kerala, Puducherry, and West Bengal, with significant implications for regional and national parties.
Distraught relatives and acquaintances of the nightclub fire victims in Goa gathered outside the morgue of a state-run hospital on Sunday, anxiously awaiting information about their loved ones.
The win saw Manolo Marquez's team become the first side to defend the Super Cup title and win it for a record-extending third time.
Paes had joined the Trinamool Congress in 2021 and campaigned for the party during the Goa elections in 2022.
Ravichandran Ashwin revealed that his excessive celebration after dismissing Mahendra Singh Dhoni in the Challenger Trophy early in his career had annoyed the iconic former captain. Ashwin believed that dismissing Dhoni could give him a chance to play for Chennai Super Kings in the IPL.
Ravichandran Ashwin reflects on his early IPL journey, highlighting the pivotal role of VB Chandrasekhar in securing his place at Chennai Super Kings.
Chennaiyin FC, unbeaten in their last three Indian Super League games, are set to face Inter Kashi, with coach Clifford Miranda highlighting the competitiveness of the league and the challenge posed by the opposition.
Four individuals have been arrested for allegedly running a sophisticated cyber fraud operation, duping people with fake discounted air tickets across multiple cities. Police recovered a substantial amount of cash and luxury items from the accused.
The original owner of the land where the Goa nightclub fire occurred claims he had flagged illegalities and fought a legal battle for 20 years.
Officials of the Goa Cricket Association met India T20 captain Suryakumar Yadav at the BCCI Naman Awards in New Delhi.
Indian tennis icon Leander Paes has joined the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), marking a significant transition from his celebrated sports career to the political arena, ahead of assembly elections in West Bengal.
A court in Sindhudurg convicted Maharashtra minister Nitesh Rane in a 2019 case of pouring mud on an NHAI engineer, sentencing him to one-month imprisonment. The court suspended the sentence, allowing Rane time to appeal.
A man in Karnataka has been arrested for allegedly setting his wife ablaze after an argument over her wearing a nightdress instead of a sari. The woman sustained severe burns and is receiving treatment.
With scrutiny and practice scheduled for November 29, the main races will unfold on November 30, promising a day of speed, skill and spectacle.
A video was earlier circulated on social media showing the bursting of electric firecrackers and the blaze appearing from the roof of the nightclub. It shows Kristina, who was performing belly dance, and band members, rushing out in panic as the fire spread rapidly.
A court in Sindhudurg has sentenced Maharashtra minister and BJP leader Nitesh Rane to one month's imprisonment in a 2019 case of pouring mud on an NHAI engineer, noting that lawmakers are not supposed to take the law into their hands.
A preliminary inquiry suggests electric firecrackers caused a devastating nightclub fire in Goa, resulting in 25 deaths. The incident has exposed illegalities and lax enforcement of safety rules.
Bengaluru FC appoint former India coach Savio Medeira as Head of Youth Development, aiming to strengthen its grassroots pathway and nurture local talent.
Mumbai Indians spinner Raghu Sharma's 15-year journey of struggle, faith and persistence culminates in a memorable IPL breakthrough at age 33.
Bharatiya Janata Party MLA Michael Lobo on Sunday called for a safety audit of all clubs in Goa following a fire in Arpora that killed 25 people, including three women and 20 men.
FC Goa travel to Iraq for crucial clash against Al Zawraa SC
Saurabh and Gaurav Luthra, the owners of the Goa nightclub wanted in connection with the fire tragedy that claimed 25 lives at the facility, have fled to Thailand, prompting police to seek the help of Interpol to trace them, officials said in Panaji on Monday.
Researchers have developed an AI-enabled framework to help retailers understand and respond to changing consumer sustainability preferences. The framework uses machine learning to identify consumer segments in real time and translate analytics into business strategies.
The Enforcement Directorate conducted raids on a Gurugram-based realty group, 32nd Avenue, as part of an investigation into an alleged 500 crore fraud targeting investors. The raids targeted seven premises linked to the group, which operates in Delhi-NCR and Goa. The investigation stems from multiple FIRs filed by investors who claim they were duped.
As the players waved to their supporters at the Gachibowli Indoor Stadium, there was no sense of an ending, only a beginning. A young team, a fearless philosophy, and a debut season that sparked belief.
The Goa police have ordered the cancellation of the four-day event, which was advertised on social media under the banner of Bhagwan Shree Rajneesh Foundation.
Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) faces a significant setback as several of its Rajya Sabha MPs, including key figures like Raghav Chadha and Sandeep Pathak, resign from the party, with some reportedly joining the BJP.
Goa BJP MLA Michael Lobo alleges that the license for the nightclub where 25 people died in a fire was issued without proper documentation by the local panchayat. He emphasizes the need for safety measures in Goa's tourist destinations.
