A devastating fire at a Goa nightclub claimed 25 lives, primarily from suffocation in the underground kitchen area. Police sources revealed the wooden structure and furniture intensified the blaze, while only two exit gates trapped victims. Post-mortem reports showed 23 bodies had no burn injuries, indicating oxygen loss deaths, with only two charred bodies. Four arrests made including gate manager Thakur. Owners Saurabh and Gaurav Luthra absconded to Delhi with police teams pursuing them. Authorities will suspend officials who granted trade licenses amid safety violation probes. Goa government airlifted three Jharkhand victims' bodies to Ranchi. No blast occurred; combustible interiors caused rapid spread.

IndiGo's operational crisis entered its sixth day Sunday with approximately 650 flight cancellations, 28% of daily 2,300 flights bringing weekend cancellations past 1,000. Over 2,000 flights cancelled since Tuesday last week have stranded thousands at major airports including Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, and Kolkata. The airline processed ₹610 crore in pending refunds and delivered 3,000 baggage pieces nationwide. DGCA granted IndiGo's CEO and accountable manager a 24-hour extension to respond to show cause notice citing inadequate staffing arrangements under new Flight Duty Time Limitations rules. Operations expected to stabilize by December 10, earlier than initially projected December 10-15 window.(PC: HT & Business Standard)

NCP MP Supriya Sule introduced the Right to Disconnect Bill 2025 in Lok Sabha, proposing establishment of an Employees' Welfare Authority to grant workers the right to ignore work-related calls and emails outside official hours. The legislation follows Australia's similar law and gains relevance after workplace deaths sparked debate on work-life balance. An Indeed survey revealed 88% of Indian employees face after-hours contact, with 79% fearing career impact if unresponsive. While 79% of employers support such policies, business leaders like Narayana Murthy advocate 70-90 hour workweeks. Other private member bills introduced include menstrual benefits legislation and NEET exemption for Tamil Nadu.

A massive fire at a nightclub in Arpora, Goa, killed 25 people, including tourists and staff. The blaze began above the stage during a performance and spread fast through the bamboo and fibre ceiling. Survivors say there was “gross negligence” and no proper warning. Many people were trapped because the exits were narrow and the club was overcrowded. Five injured people are being treated at Goa Medical College and are stable. Eyewitnesses said panic broke out as guests searched for missing friends. Police are probing the cause and say the death toll could have been higher without quick escapes. (PC: HT)

Police have filed an FIR against the owners of Birch by Romeo Lane nightclub in Goa after a massive fire killed 25 people. The case names owners Saurabh and Gaurav Luthra, the manager, and the event organisers. The sarpanch of the Arpora–Nagoa panchayat, Roshan Redkar, has also been detained. The Goa government announced compensation for the victims and ordered a magisterial probe. Officials said the club lacked key safety permits. The fire started shortly after midnight during a crowded event. Opposition parties blamed the government for allowing the club to operate without clearances and demanded action against officials. (PC: India Today)

On 8 December, Prime Minister Narendra Modi will open a significant parliamentary debate in the Lok Sabha to mark the 150-year anniversary of India’s national song, Vande Mataram. The session is scheduled to begin at noon and will run for approximately ten hours, giving members across the political spectrum an opportunity to participate. Key cabinet ministers, including Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, are expected to deliver remarks. The decision comes after an all-party meeting that also approved a separate debate on electoral reforms for December 9 and 10, signalling a broader focus on national heritage and governance reforms. (PC: PTI)

A video from Arpora’s Birch by Romeo Lane nightclub shows a performer dancing to the Sholay hit “Mehbooba o Mehbooba” just minutes before a massive fire erupted during a Bollywood-themed night. The blaze, believed to have started near the DJ console, quickly spread across the ceiling as around 100 people were inside. At least 25 people died and several others were injured, many from suffocation after rushing to the lower level to escape. Narrow access routes slowed rescue efforts. Authorities have filed an FIR, launched an inquiry, and issued arrest warrants against the club’s management.

IndiGo has processed ₹610 crore in passenger refunds following nearly a week of severe nationwide flight disruptions that stranded thousands across major airports. The airline has significantly ramped up operations and now expects its full schedule to stabilise by December 10. The crisis prompted sharp political criticism over mismanagement and raised questions about aviation sector oversight. Meanwhile, the DGCA has issued notices to IndiGo’s top management, seeking explanations for operational lapses under the revised crew-duty norms. The Civil Aviation Ministry has directed the airline to ensure transparent communication, timely refunds, and stricter compliance to prevent future disruptions. (PC: India Today)

Sarpanch of Arpora village in Goa has named Saurabh Luthra as the person running the ill-fated nightclub Birch by Romeo Lane, where a devastating fire killed 25 people. Luthra is described on LinkedIn as “Chairman at Romeo Lane | Birch | Mama’s Buoi.” The Romeo Lane group portrays him as a “gold-medalist engineer turned restaurateur,” rapidly growing in the food-and-beverage sector. Local officials say the club structure was built without a construction license, on ecologically sensitive land, and that there was an ongoing dispute between Luthra and landowners as well as business partners. (PC: AP)

A massive fire at Birch by Romeo Lane, a nightclub in Goa’s Arpora, killed 25 people shortly after midnight on Sunday. Among the dead were four tourists and 14 staff members. Eyewitnesses said people ran in panic but were trapped by narrow exits and poor ventilation. Tourist Fatima Shaikh said many rushed into the kitchen by mistake and “had no way out.” Chief Minister Pramod Sawant said the club “did not follow fire safety norms” and ordered a magisterial inquiry. Officials confirmed the club had no construction licence. Fire crews struggled to reach the site due to a single narrow access road. (PC: India Today)