News for 'phuket'

Goa nightclub fire: Accused owners fled to Phuket at 5.30 am

Goa nightclub fire: Accused owners fled to Phuket at 5.30 am

Rediff.com9 Dec 2025

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.

5 Nearby Warm International Destinations

5 Nearby Warm International Destinations

Rediff.com10 Feb 2026

While it's still winter temperatures in many parts of the world, these destinations quietly enjoy 10 to 12 hours of sunshine a day, warm temperatures and an inviting holiday pace.

Guess Where Dhoni Partied On New Year's Eve?

Guess Where Dhoni Partied On New Year's Eve?

Rediff.com1 Jan 2026

Mahendra Singh Dhoni partied on New Year's Eve 2026 with his family in Phuket, Thailand, on Wednesday.

Dhoni Hits The Dance Floor!

Dhoni Hits The Dance Floor!

Rediff.com6 Jan 2026

Mahendra Singh Dhoni was in complete flow on the dance floor, flashing his trademark smile and soaking in the music.

Air India flight to Delhi returns to Phuket after 'security alert'

Air India flight to Delhi returns to Phuket after 'security alert'

Rediff.com13 Jun 2025

A Delhi-bound Air India flight returned to Phuket following a security alert on Friday, an airline official said.

Goa nightclub owners booked Thailand tickets as fire raged

Goa nightclub owners booked Thailand tickets as fire raged

Rediff.com10 Dec 2025

The owners of a Goa nightclub where a fire killed 25 people booked tickets to Thailand within an hour of learning about the blaze.

Luthra brothers deported, being brought to Goa

Luthra brothers deported, being brought to Goa

Rediff.com16 Dec 2025

Videos circulating online showed Gaurav, 44, and Saurav, 40, being escorted by Thai police at Bangkok airport ahead of their departure for India.

Which Of These Gorgeous Animal Pix Do You Like?

Which Of These Gorgeous Animal Pix Do You Like?

Rediff.com10 Feb 2026

The Natural History Museum, London, has officially unveiled the 24-image shortlist for the 2026 Nuveen People's Choice Award. This prestigious contest, a key part of the Wildlife Photographer of the Year competition and supported by lead sponsor Nuveen, invites the public to decide which image will be crowned the winner.

Nightclub fire: Luthra brothers sent to 5-day police custody

Nightclub fire: Luthra brothers sent to 5-day police custody

Rediff.com17 Dec 2025

A team of the Goa Police, along with the Luthra brothers, landed at the Manohar International Airport, Mopa, in North Goa at 10.45 am.

Goa nightclub fire: Luthra brothers detained in Thailand

Goa nightclub fire: Luthra brothers detained in Thailand

Rediff.com11 Dec 2025

The owners of a Goa nightclub, where a fire claimed 25 lives, have been detained in Phuket, Thailand, after fleeing India. An Interpol Blue Corner Notice was issued at the request of the Indian government.

Nightclub fire tragedy: 'Silent partner' brought to Goa

Nightclub fire tragedy: 'Silent partner' brought to Goa

Rediff.com11 Dec 2025

A suspect in the 'Birch by Romeo Lane' nightclub fire in Goa, which killed 25, has been brought to Goa for questioning. An Interpol Blue Corner Notice has been issued for the owners, who fled to Thailand.

Process to deport Luthra brothers in final stages: Sources

Process to deport Luthra brothers in final stages: Sources

Rediff.com15 Dec 2025

The much-anticipated deportation of Luthra brothers, Saurabh and Gaurav Luthra, from Thailand to India is now in its final stage, with top sources indicating they are likely to be sent back to India soon.

Goa fire: No transit bail for Luthras as court cites serious charges

Goa fire: No transit bail for Luthras as court cites serious charges

Rediff.com12 Dec 2025

A Delhi court rejected the transit anticipatory bail pleas of Saurabh and Gaurav Luthra, owners of Birch by Romeo Lane nightclub in Goa, where a fire killed 25 people. The court cited their evasion of legal processes as a reason for the denial.

Passport Ready? 4 Cheapest Destinations From India

Passport Ready? 4 Cheapest Destinations From India

Rediff.com10 Dec 2025

Passport Ready? 4 Cheapest Destinations From Bengaluru, Delhi, Kolkata, Chennai & Mumbai

Interpol issues Blue Notice for two Goa nightclub owners

Interpol issues Blue Notice for two Goa nightclub owners

Rediff.com9 Dec 2025

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.

Goa fire: 'Are we beggars? Will Rs 2 lakh bring back my family?'

Goa fire: 'Are we beggars? Will Rs 2 lakh bring back my family?'

Rediff.com11 Dec 2025

A family in Delhi mourns the loss of four members in the Goa nightclub fire and demands justice, refusing compensation and calling for accountability.

Deposit Rs 60 cr and then...: HC to Shilpa Shetty, Raj Kundra

Deposit Rs 60 cr and then...: HC to Shilpa Shetty, Raj Kundra

Rediff.com8 Oct 2025

The couple last month filed a petition in HC seeking suspension of the Look Out Circular (LOC) issued against them by police in the case, so that they can travel for their professional commitments and leisure trips abroad.

Check Out Sara Gurpal's Wanderlust Styles

Check Out Sara Gurpal's Wanderlust Styles

Rediff.com19 Sep 2025

From traditional suits to bomber jackets and solid coloured bralettes, Sara Gurpal's candid and well-curated looks have an instant youth appeal.

Hardik, Natasa's Dreamy Phuket Getaway

Hardik, Natasa's Dreamy Phuket Getaway

Rediff.com22 Jun 2023

The couple indulged in a plethora of activities, from leisurely moments in the sea to delightful walks in the Phuket elephant sanctuary.

Nayanthara-Vignesh's Romantic European Holiday

Nayanthara-Vignesh's Romantic European Holiday

Rediff.com31 May 2025

Film folk are travelling around the globe for award functions, beach holidays and film shoots.

Shehnaaz Gill Gets Hot In Phuket

Shehnaaz Gill Gets Hot In Phuket

Rediff.com16 May 2023

Huma's new friends in Goa... Diana journeys to Jaipur... Radhika goes scuba diving...

Indian Tourists Head To Southeast Asia

Indian Tourists Head To Southeast Asia

Rediff.com2 Jul 2025

'Countries like Cambodia, Vietnam, Laos, and the Philippines have a 50 per cent increase in bookings.'

Ibrahim's Kashmir State Of Mind

Ibrahim's Kashmir State Of Mind

Rediff.com12 Apr 2025

Film folk are already enjoying their summer getaways in London, Dubai, Kashmir and even a jungle safari in Maharashtra.

'Bomb threat': Hyderabad-bound flight forced to make a U-turn

'Bomb threat': Hyderabad-bound flight forced to make a U-turn

Rediff.com16 Jun 2025

In Hyderabad, airport sources on Monday said, "A bomb threat email targeting Lufthansa flight LH 752 was received at the Hyderabad airport at 18:01 hrs on 15th June 2025."

Air India may help India become international transit hub

Air India may help India become international transit hub

Rediff.com10 Jun 2025

Consider this: despite a traffic of over 130 million passengers flying international-to-international (I2I) routes per annum over India, only one-sixth of the long-haul traffic (26 million) emanates from the country.

Look Who Just Met Tom Cruise!

Look Who Just Met Tom Cruise!

Rediff.com13 Nov 2024

Kartik wants to savour Litti Chokha in Patna... Amyra holidays in Phuket... Karishma in Italy...

What's Sunny Flaunting?

What's Sunny Flaunting?

Rediff.com7 Jan 2025

Kangana starts promoting Emergency... Shriya spends time with her daughter... Amala is Pongal ready...

Guess Which Priyanka Chopra Movie This Is?

Guess Which Priyanka Chopra Movie This Is?

Rediff.com18 Nov 2024

What's cooking between Suhana, Ananya, Shanaya and Navya?

Phuket a hot market for Indian property buyers

Phuket a hot market for Indian property buyers

Rediff.com9 Jan 2013

Easy property rules and comfortable prices make Phuket an attractive investment destination.

Turbulent year for Mirabai and Indian weightlifting

Turbulent year for Mirabai and Indian weightlifting

Rediff.com23 Dec 2024

At 29, Chanu faced an uphill battle against an injury-ravaged body, sub-optimal preparation, and an intensely competitive field.

Fly Singapore-Phuket for $6!

Fly Singapore-Phuket for $6!

Rediff.com21 Jan 2005

Port Blair, Phuket in tourism pact

Port Blair, Phuket in tourism pact

Rediff.com26 Jul 2005

In a unique arrangement the capital city of Andaman and Nicobar islands has joined hands with Thailand's beach resort of Phuket to promote tourism, trade and commerce in the two popular tourist destinations.

Count On Shilpa To Brighten Your Day

Count On Shilpa To Brighten Your Day

Rediff.com12 Jul 2024

Nimrat in Shirdi... Taapsee in Udaipur... Esha in Srinagar...

Port Blair, Phuket agreement gets govt nod

Port Blair, Phuket agreement gets govt nod

Rediff.com29 Jun 2005

The signing of the historic agreement is expected to boost tourism in Andaman and Nicobar Islands which has received a serious setback following the tsunami disaster in December last year.

In Delhi's biggest drug bust, cocaine, marijuana worth Rs 5,620 cr seized

In Delhi's biggest drug bust, cocaine, marijuana worth Rs 5,620 cr seized

Rediff.com3 Oct 2024

They said a Delhi Police Special Cell team nabbed four people from South Delhi's Mahipalpur and confiscated the consignment weighing over 602 kilograms.

When Bollywood wed in Italy, LA, Phuket...

When Bollywood wed in Italy, LA, Phuket...

Rediff.com12 Dec 2017

Bollywood doesn't go abroad only for outdoor shoots!

Tsunami alert: Indians warned by high commission in Phuket

Tsunami alert: Indians warned by high commission in Phuket

Rediff.com11 Apr 2012

All Indians staying in Thailand's Phuket island have been alerted by the Indian High Commission in Bangkok following the massive earthquake of 8.5 magnitude that hit waters off Indonesia triggering tsunami fears across the Indian Ocean nations.

Tsunmai alert: Indians warned by high commission in Phuket

Tsunmai alert: Indians warned by high commission in Phuket

Rediff.com11 Apr 2012

All Indians staying in Thailand's Phuket island have been alerted by the Indian High Commission in Bangkok following the massive earthquake of 8.5 magnitude that hit waters off Indonesia triggering tsunami fears across the Indian Ocean nations.

Like Kriti's Red Hot Avatar?

Like Kriti's Red Hot Avatar?

Rediff.com29 May 2024

Sharvari promotes a new song... Vaani seek blessings... Shahid shares look from new film...

Jeev tied 11th in Phuket

Jeev tied 11th in Phuket

Rediff.com3 Mar 2007

Jeev Milkha Singh was tied 11th, returning one-under 71 after 54 holes at the Johnnie Walker Classic.