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Dr Mazda Turel

Dr Mazda Turel

He is a practicing neurosurgeon at Wockhardt Hospitals and Honorary Assistant Professor of Neurosurgery at Grant Medical College and Sir JJ Group of Hospitals.

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The surgical finale

The surgical finale

Because even endings, like patients, have a way of resuscitating themselves... [Read More]

30 November,2025 08:35 AM IST | Mumbai | Dr Mazda Turel
The surgical loneliness

The surgical loneliness

Recovery after surgery doesn’t depend solely on the surgeon’s skill, but also on whether there’s loved ones waiting outside the ICU... [Read More]

23 November,2025 08:29 AM IST | Mumbai | Dr Mazda Turel
The surgical zeitgeist

The surgical zeitgeist

Robotic surgery may be the latest obsession in medical circles, but it can never replace the intuition and empathy — or sense of humour — of a human surgeon... [Read More]

26 October,2025 07:04 AM IST | Mumbai | Dr Mazda Turel
The surgical anger

The surgical anger

I understand that science does not have all the answers, but I would respect the ones it does... [Read More]

12 October,2025 06:57 AM IST | Mumbai | Dr Mazda Turel
The Surgical Curve

The Surgical Curve

Faced with a teen living with severe scoliosis, surgery proves the best way to give her the chance to stand tall, both literally and metaphorically... [Read More]

21 September,2025 08:46 AM IST | Mumbai | Dr Mazda Turel
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In Pics: Devendra Fadnavis unveils Ravi Shastri stand at Wankhede Stadium

In Pics: Devendra Fadnavis unveils Ravi Shastri stand at Wankhede Stadium

The Mumbai Cricket Association unveiled the Ravi Shastri Stand at Wankhede Stadium on Thursday, honouring the former India coach’s contribution. Gates were also named after Diana Edulji, Eknath Solkar and Dilip Sardesai for their impact on Mumbai and Indian cricket. (Pics/Ashish Raje)... [Read More]

09 April,2026 09:59 PM IST
IN PHOTOS: Mumbai's Marine Drive, Gateway of India see sparse crowds amid heat

IN PHOTOS: Mumbai's Marine Drive, Gateway of India see sparse crowds amid heat

Mumbai’s popular landmarks, Marine Drive and Gateway of India, saw sparse crowds as the city on Thursday continued experience scorching afternoon heat. Pics/Ashish Raje... [Read More]

09 April,2026 06:34 PM IST
In Photos: PM Modi urges voters to oust TMC in Bengal, announces six guarantees

In Photos: PM Modi urges voters to oust TMC in Bengal, announces six guarantees

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday announced six guarantees for Bengal if the BJP wins the Assembly polls and sought the ouster of the "`nirmam`" (cruel) TMC government, accusing it of "setting new parameters of development debacle and pulling the state back". (Pics/PTI)... [Read More]

09 April,2026 05:32 PM IST
IN PICS: Water woes intensify in Khar Danda Koliwada as summer peaks

IN PICS: Water woes intensify in Khar Danda Koliwada as summer peaks

As the temperatures spike, the residents of Mumbai`s Khar Danda Koliwada are reeling under a severe water crisis that has disrupted daily life and raised serious concerns about basic civic infrastructure. What was once an intermittent issue has now become a persistent problem for locals (Pics/Aditi Pawar and Special Arrangement)... [Read More]

09 April,2026 03:19 PM IST
IN PHOTOS: Massive demolition drive at Mumbai's GMLR by BMC

IN PHOTOS: Massive demolition drive at Mumbai's GMLR by BMC

In a massive demolition drive, the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) and Mumbai Police cleared nearly 11 acres of government land along the Ghatkopar-Mankhurd Link Road (GMLR), officials said on Wednesday. Pics/BMC... [Read More]

08 April,2026 08:50 PM IST
IN PHOTOS: FDA seizes 11,000 litres of milk during checks at Mumbai entry points

IN PHOTOS: FDA seizes 11,000 litres of milk during checks at Mumbai entry points

FDA carried out a special inspection drive across Mumbai and its suburbs to ensure the safety of milk supplied to residents, an official statement said. Pics/Special Arrangement by Rajendra B. Aklekar... [Read More]

08 April,2026 08:48 PM IST
PICS: Beat the heat with these 4 south Indian-inspired ice creams in Mumbai

PICS: Beat the heat with these 4 south Indian-inspired ice creams in Mumbai

As temperatures rise, we are eager to cool off with a flavourful burst (Story by Junisha Dama)... [Read More]

08 April,2026 10:38 AM IST
In Photos: Two children killed in Manipur bomb attack, protests erupt

In Photos: Two children killed in Manipur bomb attack, protests erupt

Two children were killed and their mother was injured in a bomb attack in Manipur`s Bishnupur district on Tuesday, triggering protests by locals, police said. (Pics/PTI)... [Read More]

07 April,2026 06:58 PM IST
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Trump erupts at NATO allies, 84,000 US troops could be moved in Europe

Trump erupts at NATO allies, 84,000 US troops could be moved in Europe

Donald Trump has blasted NATO yet again, accusing the alliance of failing to support the United States during the Iran conflict. In a series of fiery posts, Trump warned that allies who did not back Washington could face consequences, raising fears of a potential US exit from NATO. The White House has also discussed plans to punish “unhelpful” NATO members by moving American troops out of their countries. Around 84,000 US troops are currently stationed across Europe, and any redeployment could dramatically reshape the alliance’s security structure.... [Read More]

09 April,2026 09:20 PM IST
Rio Olympic IN FLAMES, Massive Fire Rips Through Velodrome Roof

Rio Olympic IN FLAMES, Massive Fire Rips Through Velodrome Roof

An early morning fire broke out at the iconic Rio Olympic Velodrome, sending flames racing across the arena’s fabric roof and triggering a massive emergency response. Fire crews rushed to the scene at approximately 4:17 AM, deploying over 80 firefighters and multiple vehicles to contain the blaze before it could spread further. The fire, which originated within the roof structure, was swiftly brought under control by the Rio de Janeiro State Military Fire Department, preventing what could have escalated into a major disaster. WATCH... [Read More]

09 April,2026 04:56 PM IST
Tehran Hit by Deadly Explosion, 13 Dead | Airstrike Fears Rise Amid War Tensions

Tehran Hit by Deadly Explosion, 13 Dead | Airstrike Fears Rise Amid War Tensions

Tensions in the West Asia have reached a critical point after a series of deadly strikes rocked areas near Tehran, leaving at least 13 people dead and several others injured. A residential building was reportedly hit directly, while a separate explosion near Eslamshahr flattened another structure under mysterious circumstances. What makes the situation even more alarming is the lack of clarity around who carried out the attacks. With no official claim of responsibility, speculation is mounting over whether this marks a new phase in the ongoing regional conflict. Disturbingly, early reports suggest that children may be among the casualties, raising serious humanitarian concerns. WATCH... [Read More]

06 April,2026 02:50 PM IST
F-15 Rescue Turns DEADLY: 5 Killed in Iran, Bahrain Tank Set ABLAZE

F-15 Rescue Turns DEADLY: 5 Killed in Iran, Bahrain Tank Set ABLAZE

A high-stakes US military rescue mission to recover a missing F-15 crew member has unfolded alongside a wave of deadly strikes inside Iran, dramatically escalating tensions across the West Asia. Iran’s Revolutionary Guard has confirmed the deaths of five fighters in Ardabil following overnight attacks, reportedly linked to US and Israeli operations. The strikes coincided with an intense American rescue effort involving dozens of aircraft, an operation that officials are calling one of the most complex in recent times. Meanwhile, the conflict spilled beyond Iran’s borders. A suspected Iranian drone strike targeted a major energy facility in Bahrain, igniting a storage tank fire at Bapco Energies. Authorities later confirmed the situation was brought under control with no reported injuries, but the message was clear, the confrontation is widening.... [Read More]

05 April,2026 07:45 PM IST
Iran's Energy WAR ESCALATES: Tehran Hits Kuwait Refinery

Iran's Energy WAR ESCALATES: Tehran Hits Kuwait Refinery

Iran has drawn a firm red line, warning of devastating retaliation if its infrastructure is targeted, just as US President Donald Trump signals possible strikes on bridges, power plants and critical assets. In an escalation, Iranian-linked strikes have reportedly hit a Kuwaiti refinery, triggering fires and raising alarm across the Gulf. Tehran has also flagged US- and Israel-linked energy and economic hubs as potential targets, hinting at a much wider conflict footprint. IRGC-linked voices, including Ebrahim Zolfaghari, have warned that any attack on Iran’s infrastructure will be met with far more destructive retaliation across allied territories in the region. WATCH... [Read More]

03 April,2026 07:15 PM IST
Iran rejects Pakistan’s peace meet, Qatar-Turkey step in mediation efforts fail

Iran rejects Pakistan’s peace meet, Qatar-Turkey step in mediation efforts fail

Iran has rejected a Pakistan-led effort to host ceasefire talks with the United States, refusing to send officials to Islamabad and calling Washington’s demands unacceptable. The proposed 48-hour truce reportedly linked to reopening the Strait of Hormuz has now hit a diplomatic wall, with Tehran insisting on US withdrawal from regional bases and compensation for damages. As mediation stalls, Turkey and Egypt are exploring alternative venues, while Qatar and Istanbul emerge as possible locations to revive negotiations. Meanwhile, claims that Iran sought a ceasefire have been denied by Tehran, further deepening the standoff. With both sides hardening positions, diplomatic momentum is fading and the risk of a prolonged confrontation is growing.... [Read More]

04 April,2026 03:36 PM IST
Trump slaps 100% tariffs on patented drugs, shakes global pharma trade

Trump slaps 100% tariffs on patented drugs, shakes global pharma trade

Donald Trump has announced sweeping new tariffs of up to 100 per cent on patented pharmaceutical imports, aiming to push global drugmakers to move manufacturing to the United States. Companies that shift production and reduce prices can avoid the tariffs, while those that partially comply may face 20 percent duties. Firms that refuse both conditions could be hit with tariffs as high as 100 percent. Generic medicines are currently exempt from the policy, offering temporary relief for India, which dominates global generic drug exports. However, officials have warned the exemption may be reviewed if production is not relocated to the United States.... [Read More]

03 April,2026 11:12 PM IST
SECOND F-35 DOWN? Iran Claims Mid-Air Strike | Pilot Injured

SECOND F-35 DOWN? Iran Claims Mid-Air Strike | Pilot Injured

Tensions between Iran and the United States are once again under the global spotlight after Tehran claimed it struck a second US F-35 stealth fighter over central Iran. According to Iranian state-linked sources, the aircraft was hit mid-air, leaving the pilot seriously injured. The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has released footage it says shows the moment a missile makes contact with the advanced fifth-generation jet. However, US Central Command (CENTCOM) has not confirmed the claim, stating that an incident involving an F-35 is currently under investigation after reports of an emergency landing. WATCH... [Read More]

03 April,2026 03:34 PM IST
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