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Odisha Bureaucratic Reshuffle: Trilochan Mohanty Gets New Posting as ROTI Joint Director

Bhubaneswar, Oct 8 (UDN): The Odisha government on Thursday carried out a minor bureaucratic reshuffle, assigning new responsibilities to four senior officers under the Odisha Administrative Service (OAS) cadre.

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According to a notification issued by the General Administration & Public Grievance Department, the changes include fresh postings in the Panchayati Raj & Drinking Water, Electronics & Information Technology, General Administration and Revenue Officers’ Training Institute (ROTI) departments.

Trilochan Mohanty Transferred to ROTI

Trilochan Mohanty, who was serving as Joint Secretary to the Chief Minister, has been transferred and posted as Joint Director of the Revenue Officers’ Training Institute (ROTI), Bhubaneswar.

The posting is among the key changes announced in the latest administrative order.

Gitanjali Nayak Gets New Responsibility

Gitanjali Nayak, Additional Secretary in the Panchayati Raj & Drinking Water Department, has been transferred to the Electronics & Information Technology Department.

She will take charge as Additional Secretary to the Odisha government in the department.

Nibedita Biswal Posted in Panchayati Raj Department

Nibedita Biswal, who was serving as Additional Secretary in the Labour & Employees’ State Insurance Department, has been posted as Additional Secretary in the Panchayati Raj & Drinking Water Department.

Her earlier proposed appointment as Registrar of Fakir Mohan University in Balasore has also been cancelled. The General Administration Department has withdrawn its previous notification issued on May 27, 2026, concerning her posting as Registrar of the university.

Kukumina Das Appointed Project Director

Kukumina Das, former Registrar of Fakir Mohan University, Balasore, has been assigned a new responsibility as Project Director, Rehabilitation & Resettlement (R&R), Subarnarekha Irrigation Project, Baripada.

Das had recently been posted to the General Administration & Public Grievance Department.

The latest reshuffle is part of the state government’s ongoing administrative adjustments and comes into effect as per the orders issued by the General Administration & Public Grievance Department.

CM Mohan Charan Majhi Mourns Demise of Veteran Actor Nana Patekar

Bhubaneswar, Oct 8 (UDN): Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Wednesday expressed deep grief over the demise of veteran actor Nana Patekar, describing his death as a great loss to Indian cinema.

The demise of veteran actor Nana Patekar Ji is a great loss to Indian cinema. Through his exceptional talent, powerful performances and enduring contribution to the arts, he left an indelible mark on generations of audiences. May Mahaprabhu Shri Jagannath grant eternal peace to the departed soul and provide strength and solace to his family, friends and countless admirers in this hour of grief. Om Shanti. 🙏

— Mohan Charan Majhi (@MohanMOdisha) October 8, 2026

In a condolence message, the Chief Minister said Nana Patekar’s exceptional talent, powerful performances and enduring contribution to the arts had left an indelible mark on generations of audiences.

“His remarkable contribution to Indian cinema will always be remembered. Through his exceptional talent and memorable performances, he earned a special place in the hearts of countless admirers,” Majhi said.

The Chief Minister prayed to Mahaprabhu Shri Jagannath to grant eternal peace to the departed soul and give strength and solace to Nana Patekar’s family, friends and admirers during this difficult time.

“May Mahaprabhu Shri Jagannath grant eternal peace to the departed soul and provide strength and solace to his family, friends and countless admirers in this hour of grief. Om Shanti,” Majhi said.

Odisha Bandh Disrupts Travel: Passengers Stranded, Doctor Stopped on Way to Hospital

Bhubaneswar, Oct 8 (UDN): The 12-hour Odisha bandh called by the INDIA bloc disrupted public transport and affected daily life across the state on Thursday, with buses and auto-rickshaws remaining largely off the roads and passengers struggling to reach their destinations.

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The bandh began at 6 am and is scheduled to continue until 6 pm, with opposition parties urging people to keep vehicles off the roads and close shops, markets, commercial establishments and offices.

Passengers Left Stranded

The shutdown created significant difficulties for travellers in several parts of the state.

In Cuttack, passengers at bus stands reportedly faced trouble after bus services were disrupted. Some travellers said they were caught unaware by the bandh and were unable to find transport to return home.

A group of five passengers who had travelled to Puri reportedly said they were stranded after failing to find a bus back home.

Another passenger said hiring an auto-rickshaw was too expensive, leaving the family with little option but to wait at the bus stand.

Surgeon Stopped While Heading to Hospital

The bandh also led to an unusual situation in Bhubaneswar, where a surgeon was reportedly stopped while travelling to Capital Hospital to attend to patients and perform scheduled surgeries.

The doctor reportedly explained to the protesters that he was required to reach the hospital for medical duties and was subsequently allowed to proceed.

Essential and emergency services have been kept outside the purview of the bandh, with protesters directed not to obstruct medical care, ambulances and other critical services.

Security Stepped Up in Capital

The Commissionerate Police has strengthened security arrangements across Bhubaneswar to prevent any untoward incident during the shutdown.

Around 18 platoons of security personnel and 100 officers have reportedly been deployed or kept ready at key locations, including areas considered vulnerable to protests and traffic disruptions.

Police personnel are maintaining a close watch on major roads, public places and sensitive points as demonstrations continue.

Opposition Lists Four Key Demands

The INDIA bloc has called the bandh over several issues, including the demand for withdrawal of the MMDR Amendment Act, 2026.

The opposition parties have also sought the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar, alleging irregularities in the electoral-roll revision process.

Another demand is the resignation of School and Mass Education Minister Nityananda Gond over alleged irregularities in school textbooks.

The opposition has additionally demanded immediate and adequate relief for families affected by floods in Odisha.

While the bandh has affected transport and commercial activity in several areas, authorities are continuing efforts to ensure that essential services remain operational and the situation remains peaceful.

Fibocom and Grid-OS Accelerate IoT Deployment at Scale in India at IMC 2026

NEW DELHI, Oct. 8, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Fibocom, a leading global provider of wireless communication modules and AI solutions, is collaborating with India-based IoT ODM Grid-OS to advance smart payment and vehicle tracking applications in India. At IMC 2026, Grid-OS is showcasing a Payment Soundbox powered by Fibocom’s LE270 LTE Cat 1 bis module, alongside two 4G Vehicle Trackers based on Fibocom’s LE250 series LTE Cat 1 bis modules.

India’s IoT market is moving rapidly toward large-scale deployment. NPCI data shows that UPI transactions reached 24.51 billion in August 2026, while growing applications such as vehicle tracking are creating increasingly diverse requirements for reliable connectivity, low power consumption and positioning capabilities.

For the Payment Soundbox, Fibocom LE270 provides stable 4G connectivity for real-time payment information transmission. Optimized for connected-mode and DRX standby power consumption, LE270’s low-power design helps the Soundbox achieve approximately 7–8 days of battery life with a 2000mAh battery.

The collaboration also extends to two Grid-OS 4G Vehicle Trackers based on Fibocom LE250. The module provides LTE connectivity and GPS/BeiDou positioning, supporting vehicle location and operational data transmission. LE250 also supports OpenCPU and DFOTA, helping simplify product development and subsequent software maintenance.

“Fibocom’s broad wireless communication portfolio gives us the flexibility to select suitable solutions for different IoT product requirements,” said Raghav Gautam, Founder of Grid-OS. “Together with our capabilities spanning product development through mass manufacturing, this provides a strong foundation for expanding our collaboration across more applications.”

Ronald Chan, Vice President of APAC Sales at Fibocom, said: “India is an important IoT market for Fibocom. Our collaboration with Grid-OS, expanding from payment soundbox to vehicle tracker, demonstrates how our diversified wireless portfolio can support local partners across different device requirements and accelerate commercial deployment at scale.”

About Fibocom

Founded in 1999, Fibocom is a leading global provider of wireless communication modules and AI solutions. Its portfolio spans cellular, AI, automotive and GNSS modules, together with AI toolchains, global connectivity and cloud services, empowering connected and intelligent applications worldwide.

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Times Prime Takes ‘Born to Reward’ to Daalchini Vending Machines, with Golden Tickets Worth ₹20,000

1,00,000 limited-edition ₹10 reward envelopes across 5,000 machines, each carrying benefits worth over ₹5,000

NEW DELHI, Oct. 8, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — For ₹10, consumers can now pick up more than a snack at their office vending machine. Times Prime is celebrating its birthday with Born to Reward and has partnered with Daalchini to place 1,00,000 limited-edition reward envelopes in vending machines across Mumbai and Delhi. Five of them hide Golden Tickets that unlock rewards worth up to ₹20,000.

The campaign runs from 23 September to 31 October 2026. The envelopes are available across 5,000 Daalchini vending machines in Mumbai and Delhi. Each costs ₹10 and contains a voucher offering benefits worth over ₹5,000 from Times Prime partners.

Five envelopes carry a Golden Ticket. Finders receive a reward package worth up to ₹20,000, which includes enhanced benefits from participating Times Prime partners and access to an exclusive Times Prime event. Consumers can find their nearest participating machine at timesoffer.daalchini.co.in.

The vending activation extends a celebration that began in the Times Prime app. From 23 to 30 September, members unlocked one new partner offer each day, and every offer stays available to redeem for the rest of the campaign. The offers span travel, shopping, wellness, beauty, healthcare and lifestyle, from brands including Flipkart Flights, Klook, IGP, MeraDoc, FirstCry, Geetanjali Salon, GIVA and Duolingo.

Prerna Kalra, co-founder and CEO, Daalchini, said, “India’s instant commerce story has been about delivery in minutes. We believe the next chapter is zero-wait, with value available the moment you walk past a machine. Gift cards and vouchers are a big step in that direction, and Times Prime’s birthday is the perfect moment to put rewards into consumers’ hands, literally.”

Click here to know more – https://timesoffer.daalchini.co.in/

About Times Prime

Times Prime is a digital lifestyle membership platform from Times Internet. It brings together subscriptions, benefits and experiences across entertainment, dining, travel, shopping, wellness and more, curated through a wide partner ecosystem around members’ daily lives. www.timesprime.com

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ONLYOFFICE 10.0 brings AI tools, modular apps, and stronger security to its open-source office suite

SINGAPORE, Oct. 8, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — ONLYOFFICE presents the major autumn update 10.0 with context-aware AI tools directly in the editors, new modular Apps, and a significant security upgrade. Around 50 new features and more than 1,000 fixes for the online, desktop, and mobile editors.

AI that understands your documents, in every editor

ONLYOFFICE 10.0 puts context-aware AI inside the document, spreadsheet, presentation, and PDF editors. A dedicated AI tab with built-in chat lets teams draft, summarize, translate, clean and format without leaving the file or copying content into a separate tool.

AI simplifies everyday work: legal teams can summarize contracts, analysts can generate forecasts or Pivot Tables, and managers can turn ideas into structured presentations.

Ready-made prompts, custom AI actions, assistants, and saved prompts help teams streamline workflows and automate routine tasks.

Organizations control how AI is used, choosing models based on quality, speed, and cost. Cloud users can enable ONLYOFFICE AI via OpenRouter, while server deployments can connect any model, including local ones. Sensitive data remains within infrastructure.

New modular apps

The release introduces four free Apps that extend ONLYOFFICE Docs (under AGPL v3). AI Agents automate the workspace, with intelligent search, personalized knowledge base, extended reasoning, powered by MCP servers. Forms streamlines data collection and analyze responses. Files centralizes document storage with access controls. Rooms supports secure collaboration, including Virtual Data Rooms for confidential content. In the cloud, the Apps are on by default. On servers, a single command installs them.

Editor enhancements

The PDF Editor adds metadata removal, customizable annotations, automatic table recognition, and reusable signatures. In the Document Editor, co-authors can follow each other’s cursor in real time, new “Keep with next” keeps related content together, and RTL support is more reliable. Spreadsheets run faster, with optimized functions, formula hints and an animated copy marquee. Presentations gain new view modes and extended print settings, GIF or video export for slides.

Users can now work with .ofd files, save spreadsheets as .xls, convert SVGs to editable shapes, add Data Tables to charts. With Antidote, Curly, and a Salesforce new plugins in redesigned Plugin Manager.

Security

ONLYOFFICE 10.0 fixes 35 vulnerabilities, strengthening protection for organizations handling sensitive data as AI-driven threats continue to evolve.

Desktop and mobile

The Desktop Editors get a refreshed homepage, redesigned Templates and Clouds sections, Odoo integration, and visual improvements on Linux. In Desktop Community, AI tools are available as an optional add-on.

The free iOS and Android apps add an AI assistant with new providers, as Grok and DeepSeek, AI AutoFill for forms and voice input for work on the go.

About ONLYOFFICE

ONLYOFFICE, an open-source office software project, focuses on advanced and secure office solutions. With over 21 million users worldwide, it is recognized for its innovation in the online office domain.

The ONLYOFFICE ecosystem comprises a comprehensive suite of collaborative applications, including online editors for text documents, spreadsheets, presentations, forms, and PDFs, as well as modular apps.

www.onlyoffice.com

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D Prime Launches Daily ROI PK Feature for #DooTrader International Cup 26/27 USD 1M Trading Competition

Traders can now compete in daily head-to-head ROI challenges to earn extra Season Scores toward the USD 1,000,000 global prize pool and Grand Final spots.

DUBAI, UAE, Oct. 8, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — D Prime has introduced Daily ROI PK, a new head-to-head challenge within the #DooTrader International Cup 26/27, giving eligible participants another way to earn Season Scores and advance on the season Scoreboard.

Alongside monthly individual rankings, the USD 1 million global trading competition features multiple formats, including the Team Challenge, Knockout Challenge and season-long Scoreboard. The Top 3 traders on the final Scoreboard will secure invitations to the Island Showdown Grand Final.

With Round 4 underway, Daily ROI PK brings one-on-one competition into the action every day.

A New Rival Every Day

From 18 September 2026 to 14 January 2027, eligible participants can challenge traders within their division based on daily account return on investment (ROI).

• 10 Season Scores Per Win: Finish the daily match period with a higher ROI than your opponent to earn 10 Season Scores.
• Tailored Matchmaking: Each day, participants are presented with up to five potential opponents with similar ROI levels and can select one to challenge. Results are calculated automatically at the end of the match period.
• Up to 20 Season Scores Daily: Participants can compete once per day in each division, Rising Star and Wave Rider, allowing eligible traders participating in both divisions to earn up to 20 Scores per day.
• No Season Scores Deduction: A loss or draw does not deduct previously earned Season Scores.

Daily Matches, Season-Long Progress

Season Scores earned through Daily ROI PK contribute directly to the overall #DooTrader season Scoreboard. Each win can help participants move up the rankings, with the final Top 3 securing spots at the live Island Showdown Grand Final.

The new feature complements #DooTrader’s existing competition formats, creating another pathway for participants to compete throughout the season.

One day. One rival. 10 Season Scores. Another step toward the Island Showdown.

For full competition mechanics and eligibility requirements, visit the official #DooTrader page.

About D Prime

“D Prime” is a brand name of D Prime Vanuatu Limited, a company incorporated and regulated by the Vanuatu Financial Services Commission (Company Number: 700238). The availability of products and services may vary depending on jurisdiction and applicable regulatory requirements.

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BORICA and OpenWay Win PAY360 Award for Bulgaria’s Euro Payments Transformation

The Best Partnership Initiative award recognizes BORICA and OpenWay for their contribution to Bulgaria’s payments transformation and successful euro transition.

LONDON, Oct. 8, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — BORICA AD and OpenWay have won the Best Partnership Initiative Award at the PAY360 Awards 2026 for their work together on Bulgaria’s payment infrastructure and the country’s successful transition to the euro.

The award recognizes the impact of a long-term partnership focused on a challenge where there was no room for disruption: transforming critical national payment infrastructure while ensuring that everyday card payments and ATM services continued from the first minute of euro adoption.

Since 2018, BORICA and OpenWay have worked together to modernize Bulgaria’s card processing infrastructure, combining BORICA’s expertise in national payment services and ecosystem coordination with OpenWay’s Way4 real-time digital payment software platform and payment technology expertise.

What set the initiative apart was its scale, continuity and practical impact. The partnership was developed over years of modernization and then tested under exceptional live conditions when Bulgaria adopted the euro on 1 January 2026.

The euro programme brought together more than 35 banks, payment service providers, fintechs, government institutions and technology partners. BORICA and OpenWay worked closely to prepare and execute the card processing transformation, with extensive testing, rehearsals and operational coordination before the cutover.

The results came almost immediately after midnight. The first successful euro ATM withdrawal was completed just 20 seconds into the new currency environment. Within the first 48 hours, more than 930,000 card and ATM transactions worth nearly €42 million were processed with zero unplanned downtime.

Miroslav Vichev, CEO of BORICA AD, said:

“Our shared objective went beyond a successful technology transition. We wanted to ensure that a transformation of this scale could happen without disrupting the everyday payment experience. That required years of preparation, disciplined execution and trust between our teams and across the wider ecosystem.”

Pavel Gubin, CEO of OpenWay Group, said:

“What makes this achievement distinctive is not technology or scale alone, but what BORICA and OpenWay were able to accomplish together. We have spent years building a payment environment designed to evolve without compromising continuity. Euro adoption put that approach to the ultimate real world test, and the results speak for themselves.”

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DP WORLD REAFFIRMS LONG-TERM PARTNERSHIP WITH INDIA AS EXECUTIVE CHAIRMAN H.E. ESSA KAZIM MAKES FIRST VISIT

Executive Chairman H.E. Essa Kazim, Group CEO Mr. Yuvraj Narayan and members of DP World’s Global Board of Directors engage with JNPA leadership to explore opportunities for deeper collaboration and future investment.

Inauguration of Phase 2 of Nhava Sheva Business Park adds one million square feet of warehousing capacity, backed by an investment of approximately ₹500 crore ($52 million), strengthening DP World‘s integrated logistics ecosystem in India.

MUMBAI, India, Oct. 8, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — DP World has reaffirmed its long-term commitment to India’s economic growth and global trade ambitions, as H.E. Essa Kazim, Executive Chairman, made his first visit to the country in his new role, accompanied by Mr. Yuvraj Narayan, Group Chief Executive Officer, and members of DP World’s Global Board of Directors.

The visit reflects the strategic importance of India to DP World’s global growth agenda and its commitment to building world-class trade and logistics infrastructure in partnership with the country. As India strengthens its position as a global manufacturing, consumption and export hub, DP World continues to invest in capabilities that connect businesses to international markets, enhance supply chain resilience and support the country’s evolving trade requirements.

A key engagement during the visit was a meeting with Mr. Gaurav Dayal, IAS, Chairman of the Jawaharlal Nehru Port Authority (JNPA) and Mr. Ravish Kumar, IRTS, Deputy Chairman, reaffirming a partnership spanning nearly three decades. Beginning with the concession agreement for Nhava Sheva International Container Terminal (NSICT), the association has played a role in the development of India’s public-private partnership model in port infrastructure.

The discussions focused on strengthening this longstanding relationship and exploring opportunities for future collaboration, including the development of Vadhavan Port and further investment in the JNPA Special Economic Zone. The engagement underscored the importance of sustained collaboration between the public and private sectors in developing the infrastructure, connectivity and capacity needed to support India’s next phase of trade-led growth.

As part of the visit, H.E. Essa Kazim and Mr. Yuvraj Narayan inaugurated Phase 2 of the Nhava Sheva Business Park (NSBP) in the presence of members of DP World’s Global Board of Directors. The business park’s first phase spans 44 acres and provides one million square feet of warehousing space. The newly inaugurated second phase covers an additional 42 acres and will add a further one million square feet of warehousing capacity, representing an investment of approximately ₹500 crore ($52 million).

Together, the two phases strengthen DP World’s ability to support the growing and increasingly sophisticated requirements of customers across industries.

Commenting on the visit and the company’s commitment to India, H.E. Essa Kazim, Executive Chairman, DP World, said, “India is a strategic partner in DP World’s global growth journey, and we see significant opportunities to contribute to the country’s ambitions as a leading global trading nation. Our commitment goes beyond investing in infrastructure; it is about building enduring partnerships, strengthening connectivity and creating integrated supply chain solutions that enable Indian businesses to compete more effectively in global markets. The expansion of Nhava Sheva Business Park reflects our confidence in India’s long-term potential and our continued focus on meeting the evolving needs of our customers. We look forward to deepening our collaboration with government and industry partners to support India’s growth and unlock new opportunities for trade.”

The expansion is part of DP World’s broader vision to develop an integrated logistics ecosystem at Nhava Sheva, connecting port operations with container freight stations, rail, warehousing and Free Trade Warehousing Zone capabilities. By bringing these complementary services together, DP World enables customers to move cargo more efficiently, optimise logistics costs and access end-to-end supply chain solutions through a connected infrastructure network.

The investment reflects a customer-led approach to growth, anticipating changing business needs while providing the capacity, flexibility and connectivity required to serve both domestic and international trade. It also reinforces DP World’s focus on developing infrastructure that creates long-term value for customers and contributes to the wider competitiveness of India’s logistics sector.

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About DP World

DP World is reshaping the future of global trade to improve lives everywhere. Operating across six continents with a team of over 125,000 employees, we combine global infrastructure and local expertise to deliver seamless supply chain solutions. From Ports and Terminals to Marine Services, Logistics and Technology, we leverage innovation to create better ways to trade, minimising disruptions from the factory floor to the customer’s door. 

In India, DP World serves a quarter of India’s EXIM container market with 5 container terminals with a total installed capacity of 6 million TEUs per annum. It has 3 free trade warehousing zones, 5 million square feet of warehousing space, 5 container freight stations, express logistics network covering 15000 pin codes and advanced freight forwarding expertise. It is also one of the largest private rail freight operators in India with 16000+ owned containers and 8 inland rail terminals. 

WE MAKE TRADE FLOW

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Zydus Hospitals, Ahmedabad, Takes Post-Weight-Loss Transformation Beyond the Scale

AHMEDABAD, India, Oct. 8, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — India is in the middle of a significant obesity crisis, and global estimates place the country third in the world for the number of adults living with obesity. Despite regular exercise, there are thousands of patients who struggle to lose weight, which has taken a lasting toll on their metabolic health. For many patients, bariatric surgery has been an emerging option. It is a life-changing procedure, but it has its own limitations and challenges, such as excess and sagging skin. To address these concerns, Zydus Hospital, Ahmedabad’s Cosmetic and Plastic Surgery Department has been doing remarkable work.

As patients lose a significant amount of fat after bariatric surgery, excess skin is left behind. Though it may seem a purely cosmetic concern, for many patients it is a daily problem. Loose, overlapping skin can cause chronic rashes and recurring infections in the folds, and it can interfere with everyday movement and exercise, making it harder to stay active after weight loss. In such cases, cosmetic and reconstructive surgery (including post-bariatric body contouring) is an option that can protect a patient’s long-term health.

At Zydus Hospitals, Dr. Bijal Parikh, Plastic, Cosmetic and Reconstructive Surgeon, has over 30 years of distinguished experience in treating patients, helping them restore confidence and achieve natural-looking results. He practices as a cosmetic and plastic surgeon in Ahmedabad and is an experienced hand, known for astute surgical skills and deep understanding of facial and body aesthetics, contributing to the department for years. He recalls a case where a 43-year-old woman had undergone bariatric surgery four years ago and, more recently, a liposuction procedure. “She came to us with complaints of loose, excess skin on her abdomen and along her lateral chest and both arms. Though this is a known and common complication of major weight loss, it had begun to affect her self-esteem. On examination, we also noticed that her navel had stretched into what’s known as a ‘laughing umbilicus,’ a wide, horizontal slit that forms when skin around the belly button loses elasticity.”

Dr. Bijal performed a circumferential abdominoplasty, an extended tummy tuck in Ahmedabad that removes excess skin around the entire torso, combined with targeted contouring of her arms and chest. “It improves body contour, and the stitches are placed along the body’s natural creases where they’re easily concealed and considerably fade over the years, though they don’t disappear entirely,” he added.

“Most of the work in the OT goes into suturing,” said Dr. Parikh. “We use cosmetic, absorbable internal sutures, so there’s no need to remove them afterwards.” The patient recovered well and was advised to wear a pressure garment, a fitted compression shaper that supports healing tissue and reduces swelling, for six weeks after surgery. She was extremely happy with the results. With her confidence back, she can now dance to the tunes of garba and enjoy herself to the fullest, without much apprehension.

Feeling comfortable and confident in one’s own skin matters at every age. As one gets older, the skin gradually loses its firmness as the collagen and elastin (proteins that keep the skin firm) break down. This is most visible as sagging of the face and along the jawline. One 65-year-old patient consulted Dr. Parikh for a neck lift and lower facelift. A facelift tightens the skin and the layers beneath it, including the SMAS, which is the supporting layer of muscle and connective tissue under the skin, and the platysma (the thin muscle in the neck), all of which loosen with age. If done well, these procedures can restore definition along the jawline and neck without the overly tight, artificial look associated with traditional facelifts. The patient was content with the results as the surgery offered a firmer jawline and neck. Each surgery is supported by a team of anaesthesiologists, physiotherapists and OT staff, who work alongside the surgeon to ensure the best results during and post-surgery.

The benefits of cosmetic and plastic surgery extend beyond appearance. The psychological impact of excess skin, and of its removal, is also well documented. Studies report that body contouring after weight loss is associated with reduced anxiety and depressive symptoms and improved quality of life, particularly among patients satisfied with their results. Physiotherapists, anaesthesiologists and the entire OT staff help in making each surgery a success.

Zydus’ cosmetic and plastic team offers a full range of body contouring procedures, and Dr. Bijal’s area of expertise spans Radio Frequency Assisted Liposuction (RFAL) and Laser Liposuction, Body contouring procedures – tummy tuck, arm lift, double chin correction, thigh lifts and calf shaping, Facial cosmetic surgeries – face lift, neck lifts nose reshaping (rhinoplasty), blepharoplasty (eyelid surgery), ear deformity corrections, Breast surgeries – augmentation, reduction (gynecomastia in males) and reconstruction, post-pregnancy body restoration, Hair transplantation and laser treatments for scars, moles, and pigmentation. Each case is evaluated individually, with surgical planning around a patient’s specific anatomy, their weight-loss history, and what will genuinely protect their long-term health and well-being.

To know more, visit https://zydushospitals.com/

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