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 intern

Training a young medical student from Germany, a surgeon dips into the learnings from his formative years at the Grant Medical College to dole out important life lessons... [Read More]

17 September,2023 07:03 AM IST | Mumbai | Dr Mazda Turel

The surgical binary

To do the surgery or not? A surgeon is faced with the conundrum twice in the last two months, and takes home different lessons... [Read More]

03 September,2023 07:01 AM IST | Mumbai | Dr Mazda Turel

The surgical five

Nothing brings more despair to a surgeon than finding a tumour they thought they had removed... [Read More]

20 August,2023 07:17 AM IST | Mumbai | Dr Mazda Turel

As this fortnightly column completes a century, we honour the indestructible force of the human spirit, and look back at the miracles and disappointments that dot the landscape of medicine... [Read More]

06 August,2023 07:46 AM IST | Mumbai | Dr Mazda Turel

The surgical blow

A pillion rider’s accidental fall and nightmarish battle for life, is a reminder for everyone to stay helmeted when on a bike... [Read More]

23 July,2023 07:32 AM IST | Mumbai | Dr Mazda Turel

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Renting luxury: Check out Mumbai's costliest rental apartments

Finding the perfect apartment in Mumbai is like chasing a mirage: It appears within reach but not quite. Here is a round-up of some of the costliest rental apartments in Mumbai... [Read More]

23 September,2023 10:41 AM IST

IN PHOTOS: Indulge in these sinful chef-recommend desserts in Mumbai

Mumbai hides some unique dessert creations that are distinctively original. We speak to city chefs to enlighten us on their pick to add to the list ... [Read More]

22 September,2023 05:56 PM IST

In Pics: PM poses with women MPs after the passage of women's reservation bill

Several women MPs across party lines set aside their differences to unequivocally call the passage of the women`s reservation Bill, aptly titled `Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam`, as historic. Photos/ANI/PTI... [Read More]

22 September,2023 02:06 PM IST

PM Modi felicitated at BJP headquarters over women's reservation bill passage

Prime Minister Narendra Modi was accorded a warm welcome at the BJP headquarters in Delhi on Friday by the party`s women wing, a day after Parliament passed the women`s reservation bill (Pics/PTI)... [Read More]

22 September,2023 01:58 PM IST

Sukhee screening: Shilpa-Raj break into dance, Govinda touches Rekha's feet

Sukhee Screening: Shilpa Shetty-starrer has hit the big screen today. Ahead of the release, a special screening was arranged for the members of the film industry at Juhu. Shilpa Shetty, Govinda, Kartik Aaryan, Rekhan, Pooja Hegde and others were seen at the screening (All Photos/Yogen Shah)... [Read More]

22 September,2023 12:28 PM IST

IN PHOTOS: CM Eknath Shinde chairs meeting on Dhangar quota demand

Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde on Thursday said his government will study how states like Bihar, Jharkhand, Telangana and Chhattisgarh have handled the Dhangar community`s demands for reservation. Pics/Eknath Shinde and Devendra Fadnavis` X handles... [Read More]

21 September,2023 08:00 PM IST

MP's discuss Women's Reservation Bill during the special session of Parliament

Initiating the debate on the Women`s reservation Bill on Wednesday, senior congress leader Sonia Gandhi said in the Lok Sabha that any delay in bringing the bill into effect would be "gross injustice" to Indian women. Photos/PTI... [Read More]

20 September,2023 01:41 PM IST

IN PHOTOS: Explore these Oktoberfest menus with craft beer and food in Mumbai

The city gears up to celebrate Oktoberfest from September 16 to October 3 with new menus of craft beer and Bavarian food... [Read More]

19 September,2023 08:19 PM IST

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Karan Johar Left Twitter After Reading Abuses For Children | Sit With Hitlist

Sit With Hitlist: Karan Johar, in a candid revelation about his personal trauma, outlined three key sources of motivation during his trying times. Firstly, he opted not to outwardly display pain to shield his mother from stress. Secondly, his children provided therapeutic solace through their affectionate embraces, serving as his ultimate therapy. Thirdly, his commitment to his organization fueled his determination to ensure its seamless operation. Johar also addressed the topic of nepotism, expressing no apologies for casting as he sees fit, highlighting his deep affection for Alia Bhatt as his "first child." He questioned the fixation on one industry kid receiving opportunities, asserting his unwavering support for Alia Bhatt.... [Read More]

23 September,2023 10:00 AM IST

Karan Johar Left Twitter After Reading Abuses On His Children | Sit With Hitlist

23 September,2023 10:00 AM IST

Apple iPhone 15: People queue outside Apple store at Mumbai's BKC

Apple iPhone 15 series goes on sale in India today. Apple fans have queued outside the Apple store located in Mumbai’s BKC to get their hands on Apple’s latest release. Enthusiastic customers were seen coming from far-off places and waiting for long hours to buy Apple iPhone 15.... [Read More]

22 September,2023 01:17 PM IST

Know the history of Mumbai's oldest Ganpati Pandal| Keshavji Naik Chawl

Ganesh Chaturthi 2023, Mumbai’s favourite festival has kickstarted from 19 September. All the devotees have installed the Ganesh idols at their homes and are gathering in huge numbers at the famous Ganesh Pandals in Mumbai. Sarvajanik Shree Ganeshotsav Mandal, which is the oldest one in Mumbai, started after Bal Gangadhar Tilak made a call for it in 1893. There is more to the history of this Ganesh Pandal and these chawls as some of the famous personalities have dwelled here. It was the same chawl where Swatantraveer Savarkar had sent a pistol concealed in a dictionary from London to encourage a freedom struggle against the British. Watch this video to know more about this unique and historically significant Ganesh Pandal. ... [Read More]

21 September,2023 07:20 PM IST | Mumbai

Ganesh Chaturthi 2023: Here’s how to make Ukadiche Modak easily

Ganesh Chaturthi 2023 has brought with itself the joy of dhol-tasha, Ganpati Bappa Moraya chants and of course lots and lots of yummy sweets. But one sweet that stands out as Ganpati bappa’s favourite is Ukadiche Modak. Ukadiche Modak is a traditional Maharashtrian sweet that is made in each household of Maharastra, especially during the Ganpati festival and offered to Lord Ganesha. Here is an easy Ukadiche Modak recipe.... [Read More]

21 September,2023 05:38 PM IST

Australian PM Albanese reacts to Canada’s allegations against India

Canada’s accusation of India’s involvement in killing of Khalistani terrorist Nijjar came as a big blow to diplomatic ties between both nations. India and Canada have expelled each other’s Top Diplomats from their respective countries. The US, United Kingdom, and Australia have expressed their concerns over the ‘serious allegation’ against India. Australian PM Anthony Albanese expressed concern and held a discussion with his Canadian Counterpart. Earlier, Australian Foreign Minister Penny Wong said that the island continent is ‘monitoring the developments with their partners’. In the Canadian Parliament, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau accused India of being behind the killing of Khalistani leader Nijjar. Notably, Khalistani terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar was shot dead outside a Gurudwara in Canada’s Surrey in June 2023. He was one of India’s most-wanted terrorists carrying a cash bounty of Rs 10 lakh on his head.... [Read More]

20 September,2023 06:00 PM IST | Mumbai

Women's Reservation Bill: Kangana Ranaut, Esha Gupta And Others Praise PM Modi

Women`s Reservation Bill: Several women sportspersons and artists from the fields of cinema, fashion, dance, and music visited the new Parliament building on September 19 and hailed Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his government`s move to introduce the women`s reservation bill. The bill that seeks to provide 33 percent reservation for women in Lok Sabha and State Legislative Assemblies was introduced in Lok Sabha on Tuesday. Some women achievers were also among the special invitees on the occasion of the introduction of the `Narishakti Vandan Adhiniyam`, as the bill is officially called.... [Read More]

20 September,2023 10:57 AM IST

Canadian diplomat Cameron MacKay draws netizens' ire as he slams his car door

India on Tuesday expelled a senior Canadian diplomat to India in a reciprocal move to Canada expelling a senior Indian diplomat. The move comes after India rejected as "absurd and motivated" Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau`s charge that India played a role in the June killing of a Khalistani terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar. Canadian High Commissioner to India, Cameron MacKay was summoned today to the South Block, the headquarters of the Ministry of External Affairs. The netizens on Twitter expressed their dismay over Canadian HC’s ‘attitude’ as he left South Block after being summoned by the Ministry of External Affairs. “The anger in which he shut the car door shows what kind of talk he got. Is he leaving India soon?” tweeted an X user. Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau on Monday accused the Indian government of being behind the fatal shooting of Khalistan Tiger Force chief Hardeep Singh Nijjar in Canada, CBC News reported.... [Read More]

19 September,2023 04:50 PM IST | Mumbai

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That beast called mom-guilt

While systemic misogyny holds women to insane standards of motherhood, I am grateful to live in a place where judgements are not overt and accommodations are made for supposed failings