May attach govt officials’ properties to pay compensation to Birch victims: HC
Lisa Monteiro on 02/04/2026

May attach govt officials’ properties to pay compensation to Birch victims: HC

The Bombay High Court has threatened to attach and auction assets of those responsible for the Birch by Romeo Lane fire tragedy, including government officials, to compensate victims' families. Justices Suman Shyam and Amit Jamsandekar stated they would act against deliberate negligence leading to l

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Cancer hospital likely to startnext year: Rane
on 02/03/2026

Cancer hospital likely to startnext year: Rane

Goa's health minister announced plans to launch a new cancer hospital by the end of 2027, featuring Israeli equipment and collaboration with Tata Memorial Centre. The state is also pioneering AI-driven lung cancer screening, having already analyzed over 1 lakh chest X-rays, significantly speeding u

May attach govt officials’ properties to pay compensation to Birch victims: HC
Lisa Monteiro on 02/03/2026

May attach govt officials’ properties to pay compensation to Birch victims: HC

The Bombay High Court is prepared to seize and auction assets of individuals, including government officials, responsible for the Birch by Romeo Lane fire tragedy. Justices Suman Shyam and Amit Jamsandekar emphasized holding those thriving on "shady businesses" accountable for generations.

L Lisa Monteiro