Get ready to celebrate National Binge Day in style! This September 25th, it’s all about indulging in your favorite movies, series, and audio delights. To make your binge-watching and binge-listening experience truly epic, we’ve curated a list of top-notch platforms that promise to deliver non-stop entertainment. Whether you’re flying solo or sharing the binge-ing joy with friends, these platforms have something special in store for everyone.

National Binge Day is all about unwinding and immersing yourself in captivating stories, and we’ve got the ultimate guide to help you do just that. So, let’s dive right in and explore these platforms that are set to make your National Binge Day an unforgettable entertainment extravaganza!

Netflix

Netflix, established in 1997, requires no formal introduction, being the streaming behemoth that has transformed how we consume video entertainment. Boasting an extensive collection of original series, movies, and documentaries, it stands as the paramount choice for avid binge-watchers. From the enthralling realms of “The Witcher” to the evocative nostalgia of “Stranger Things,” Netflix’s acclaimed originals dominate discourse and ignite conversations around the proverbial water cooler. Featuring a user-friendly interface, dependable recommendations, and a continually expanding array of diverse content, Netflix remains the unrivaled destination for streaming enthusiasts.

Prime Video

Prime Video, introduced in 2006, is firmly established as one of the premier entertainment platforms. Offering a vast selection of ad-free, on-demand movies and series, it boasts an impressive catalog of exclusive original content. Whether as part of an Amazon Prime membership or through a standalone subscription, Prime Video showcases original series, films, and titles from major studios like MGM, Paramount, Warner Media, Universal, Lionsgate, and Sony. Additionally, it provides access to premium networks such as Starz, Showtime, Cinemax, and MGM+, with the option to supplement your streaming experience by adding popular services like Max, Discovery Plus, and Paramount Plus. Prime Video offers a comprehensive and diverse entertainment ecosystem.

Pocket FM

Since its launch in 2018, Pocket FM has been a trailblazer in the audio entertainment industry. Boasting an extensive content library with over 100,000 hours of audio series spanning diverse genres like romance, fantasy, sci-fi, horror, thriller, and drama, Pocket FM has redefined how we experience audio entertainment. Its ability to provide a captivating and immersive listening experience has garnered a dedicated global following, with a strong presence in key gepgraphies, including the US, India and others. With a user-centric design, personalised recommendations, and a deep commitment to promoting cultural and language diversity, the platform is reshaping entertainment content consumption behaviour. It has nurtured a vibrant community of audio enthusiasts, solidifying its position as a frontrunner in the audio entertainment category. Pocket FM continues to lead the way in revolutionizing how we consume audio content.

Disney+ Hotstar

Disney+ Hotstar founded in 2015 is a leading entertainment platform offering over 100,000 hours of content in 9 languages and live sports coverage. With advanced video streaming technology, it ensures a seamless experience on mobile networks and Wi-Fi connections, allowing users to choose their video quality. The smart search feature simplifies content discovery, and its user-friendly interface organizes content effectively. It boasts a hot content catalog with popular TV shows, movies, and knowledge-based content from India and beyond, available in 8 languages. It’s also home to blockbuster Bollywood and regional films. Moreover, its investment in original programming, like “On Air with AIB” and “M Bole Toh,” resonates with viewers. Disney+ Hotstar is the go-to destination for a comprehensive and enjoyable OTT experience.

Zee5

Zee5 launched in 2018 is a top-tier entertainment platform, focusing on a personalized experience. Offering content in 12 languages, including original features, live TV, catch-up TV, lifestyle shows, children’s programs, exclusive short series, and acclaimed plays, it ensures unlimited entertainment in your preferred language. With 90+ live TV channels and 1.25 lac+ viewing hours in languages like English, Hindi, Bengali, Malayalam, Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, Marathi, Oriya, Bhojpuri, Gujarati, and Punjabi, Zee5 caters to diverse audiences. It also provides a seamless user experience with advanced streaming technology, language navigation, smart content search, and video quality choices. Zee5 is your go-to destination for a rich and personalized OTT entertainment experience.

ShemarooMe

ShemarooMe, a subsidiary of Shemaroo Entertainment Limited, stands as a leading digital entertainment platform offering a diverse range of content, including movies, TV shows, original web series, music, and more, tailored to a global audience. Shemaroo Entertainment Limited has been a pioneer in India’s entertainment industry, renowned for its vast library of Bollywood classics, regional treasures, and cultural content. ShemarooMe seamlessly delivers an immersive entertainment experience across various genres and languages, featuring Bollywood blockbusters, regional cinema, popular TV shows, and original content. With a user-friendly interface, it’s the preferred choice for on-demand, high-quality entertainment. ShemarooMe is dedicated to offering diverse, inclusive, and culturally rich entertainment options, fostering a connection between audiences and their favorite content, anytime, anywhere, making it a delightful journey through India’s cinematic heritage.

MX Player

MX Player is India’s largest OTT platform, reaching audiences in over 17 countries, including the UAE, US, Canada, UK, Australia, New Zealand, Bangladesh, Nepal, Afghanistan, Sri Lanka, and the Maldives. It offers both free and subscription-based content and has a strong grasp of audience preferences. MX Player has recently achieved record-breaking success with shows like Bhaukaal, Aashram, Matsya Kaand, High, Samantar, Dharavi Bank, and Campus Diaries. Additionally, MX Player stands out as the only global OTT platform to utilize H.266 technology, reducing video streaming data usage by 70%. According to the 2023 State of Mobile Report by Data.ai, MX Player is ranked #1 in India and #3 worldwide for video streaming downloads.

Mumbai,26th September 2023Amazon miniTV – Amazon’s free video streaming service is ready to add another title to its diverse content library. Offering a dose of laughter served with a side of myth busters, the streaming service today ‘prescribed’ a light-hearted web series – ‘Who’s Your Gynac?’. The show will break down the whole journey of a fresher OB-GYN, who is trying to strike a balance both professionally and personally. Produced and created by The Viral Fever (TVF), the show will see Saba Azad, Karishma Singh and Aaron Arjun Koul in pivotal roles.

The trailer showcases the life of Dr. Vidushi (Saba), who is “an OB without a baby”, but is ready to take on the world with her two best friends Swara (Karishma) and Mehr (Aaron). This trio is poles apart from each other; while Swara is all set to embrace motherhood and on the hunt for an experienced OB-GYN to deliver her baby, Vidushi is excited to deliver her best friend’s baby, who isn’t exactly on-board with that! Mehr on the other hand is a happy-go-lucky person and is continuously encouraging Vidushi to push the envelope in her personal life. Whether Swara will trust Vidushi with her delivery or not is something we will find out on 28th September exclusively on Amazon miniTV.

Amogh Dusad, Head of Content, Amazon miniTV expressing his views on the show, said, “‘Who’s Your Gynac?’ is a light-hearted take on the story of a young gynecologist and her professional and personal journey, that audiences across India will be able to enjoy for free on Amazon miniTV. The show will also debunk several personal and professional prejudices around women’s healthcare. ”

“I think ‘Who’s Your Gynac?’ will touch a personal chord with every girl and woman and find a few allies in men through its story and characters. The importance of healthcare cannot be underestimated and through my character, the very goofy yet loving Dr. Vidushi, we want to deliver a message that will hopefully resonate with the audiences across all age-groups and men and women alike!,” said actor Saba Azad.

“We are extremely proud and elated to bring ‘Who’s Your Gynac?,’ a heartfelt narrative that chronicles safe health practices for the quintessential woman along with her symbiotic relationship with her gynaecologist. To ensure the discourse is airtight, as part of the show’s research, we at TVF worked closely with three reputable gynaecologists, who helped us immensely in understanding the topic closely and bringing the right messaging and information to the viewers. With ‘Who’s Your Gynac?’ we further extend our association with Amazon miniTV in entertaining audiences through such unique shows,” said Himali Shah, Director of Who’s Your Gynac?

Saba had recently shared a cryptic message on her Instagram account that said ‘Who’s Your Gynac?’, driving speculations across netizens. This was followed by similar posts by other cast members elevating the intrigue with everyone asking a pertinent question, Who’s Your Gynac? With the secret now revealed, anticipation for the title is at its peak!

Who’s Your Gynac? will be available exclusively for streaming on Amazon mini TV on 28 September within the Amazon Shopping app, and on Fire TV, for free.You can download the Amazon miniTV on Playstore, or watch within the Amazon Shopping App or on Fire TV.

While Amazon miniTV recommends adding this comedy drama to your binge list, it also advises you to consult a qualified professional gynaecologist for any medical advice

Leading provider of hotel reservation software, BidInn Hospitality, is pleased to announce a significant expansion of its offerings. The business just added a startling 2,500 more hotels to its app, giving tourists around the world even more options and choices. The goal of BidInn Hospitality has always been to provide users with a simple and comfortable hotel booking process. With the addition of these 2,500 hotels, tourists can now choose from an even greater variety of lodging options, from five-star resorts to affordable inns, making sure there is something for every kind of traveler.

Rupsi Singh, the founder of BidInn Hospitality, said, “We are happy to give our users an even greater selection of hotel options to pick from. This growth is a crucial step toward realizing our aim, which has always been to make travel convenient and pleasurable for everyone.

Chennai, September  2023: 3332 VST Power Tillers were distributed by the Agricultural Engineering Department of the Government of Tamil Nadu to small and marginal farmers across the state at a subsidized rate.

VST Power Tillers are the most affordable and efficient farm equipment suited for small and marginal farmers in India. These machines can be used for bund formation, inter-cultivation, earthing up, & de-weeding, and puddling. It is a multi-crop specialist best suited for ginger, turmeric, sugarcane, vegetable crops, cotton, red gram, and horticulture crops.

The power tiller delivery event was organized across the state with the aim of bolstering agricultural productivity, easing the challenges faced by farmers, and increasing small farm mechanization in the state. The delivery of power tillers was inaugurated by the Honourable Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, Thiru. Mr. M.K. Stalin in Chennai. Ministers, MPs, MLAs, and local body representatives participated in the mega-delivery event across Tamil Nadu. The Farmers selected for this program are from the beneficiary villages of the ‘Kalaignarin All Village Integrated Farm Development Scheme (KAVIADP).’

VST Tillers Tractors Limited was established in the year 1967 by the VST Group of companies. With a legacy of more than 55 years, VST continues to drive farm mechanization and empowerment of Indian farmers. The organization is the largest Indian manufacturer of Tillers, and 4WD Compact Tractors, and amongst the leading producers of the other category of Tractors, Engines, Transmission, Power Reaper, and Precision Components. VST also exports products to European, Asian, and African markets.

New Delhi, 25th September 2023 TheTimesofIndia.com has announced the second part of its “Right to Excellence” series which celebrates the spirit of perseverance, genius, and innovation across diverse fields. Titled “Tech Summit 2023”, the event will take place on Sep 25 at Eros Hotel, New Delhi.

The Tech Summit will bring together tech leaders, industry experts, and policymakers who will engage in thought-provoking discussions aimed at exploring how India can further consolidate its rapidly expanding influence in the technology sector. The summit will feature keynote addresses and panel discussions on topics such as innovation through 5G, tech in auto, navigating the business landscape, paving the path to a digitized India, future of gaming industry, and many more.

Helmed by Shri Rajeev Chandrasekhar, Minister of State for Electronics and Information Technology, as the Chief Guest, the summit will also feature Pankaj Doval, National Editor – The Times Of India; Abhishek Singh, CEO, Digital India; Anku Jain, MD, MediaTek, India; CP Gurnani, MD & CEO, Tech Mahindra; Lt. Gen. Dr. S. P. Kochhar, Director General, COAI; Manoranjan Mohapatra, CEO, Comniva; Muralikrishnan B, President, Xiaomi India; Rajesh Gupta, Director & Country Manager, Micron Technology; Rohan Verma, CEO, MapMyIndia; Saumya Singh Rathore, Co-founder, Winzo Games; and Tarun Garg, COO, Hyundai Motor India.

“As part of the Right to Excellence series, the Tech Summit represents a significant milestone in our journey to inspire and ignite innovation in technology,” said Prasad Sanyal, Business Head of TimesofIndia.com. “The event will bring together the brightest minds in the tech world, shedding light on pressing issues and decoding the future of technology’s impact on human lives.”

Greater Noida 25th September 2023 The positive progress in India continued as Marc Marquez sent the crowd into a frenzy on his way to third in the Sprint Race while Joan Mir took positives from his strong start at the Buddh International Circuit.

Afternoon rain saw delays hit the Indian Grand Prix, the MotoGP riders getting an extra ‘Wet Session’ to try the new circuit in the changeable conditions. A handful of further delays meant that the Sprint Race would start with every rider on slick tyres as the Indian sun began to set overhead.

As drama unfolded at the front and the back of the field, Marc Marquez and Joan Mir stayed clear at the front and immediately found themselves in podium contention. Swapping positions across the opening laps, the pair kept Bagnaia in second in their sights. Pushing harder with each lap, Marquez soon found himself comfortably in third until Brad Binder appeared in the dying stages of the race. Setting a 1’45.257 on the last lap of the race, the #93’s quickest lap, showed the intensity with which Marquez rode to clinch third. The result sees him return to the podium for the first time since the opening race of the year in Portugal.

Joan Mir’s strong form in India continued as a perfectly timed lap in Q2 saw the double World Champion earn his best qualifying result of the year with fifth. Starting one spot ahead of his Repsol Honda Team teammate, Mir launched well and tussled with Marquez early on. A mistake after a few laps saw the #36 drop down to ninth. As he attempted to rally, Mir suffered a harmless fall at Turn 3 – ending his race. Although unable to take the flag, Mir and his side of the Repsol Honda Team garage are buoyed by the start of the race and will be looking to replicate it on Sunday.

Temperatures are predicted to be similarly intense on Sunday, but everyone is hoping the rain will stay away so the local fans can experience the unrestricted thrill of a MotoGP Grand Prix. Lights are scheduled to go out at 15:30 Local Time on Sunday, September 24.

Marc Marquez (3rd)

“A really important and of course good feeling day. I was there with the group, pushing and able to ride in a really good way. I had to take a lot of risks, especially at the end to defend and I set my fastest lap of the race on the last lap. But I was able to be consistent and ride well which is the main point and take away. Doing it again tomorrow will be more difficult, but we need to enjoy this moment and get another boost of motivation from it. I want to say a big thank you to the Repsol Honda Team and HRC for their continued efforts.”

Joan Mir (DNF)

“I think overall we had a really solid Saturday, we earned our best grid position of the year and continued to be able to run at the front. We started the race well and in those opening laps it was all going well and I was feeling really good on the bike. Unfortunately, I made a mistake and then crashed soon after, this is obviously a shame because it would have been fantastic to bring home a result for the team. Still we were able to show more of our potential and we will try to finish the job we started today in the main race on Sunday.”

Indian GP – Sprint Race

Bengaluru, 25th September 2023 – India’s leading bike taxi platform Rapido has launched its ‘Drop Location Feature’ nationwide to empower its captains and provide a seamless last-mile connectivity to its riders. With this new feature, the captains can access the drop location of riders before accepting a ride enabling them to make a well-informed decision in accepting a ride request. It will lead to less cancellations and ensuring a smoother, more reliable ride sharing for both riders and Captains.

Expressing his views on the new feature, Pavan Guntupalli, Co-Founder of Rapido, said, “At Rapido, we are committed to providing a reliable and convenient transportation solution for millions of people across India. Our new ‘Drop Location Feature’ aligns perfectly with this vision. By empowering our captains with vital information, we are ensuring that our riders enjoy a seamless and dependable ride every time they choose Rapido.”

For passengers, the benefits are clear. With captains having access to drop locations in advance, the chances of ride cancellations due to misunderstandings or inconvenience are significantly minimized. Passengers can have confidence that once a ride is accepted, it’s more likely to be completed smoothly. Rapido’s ‘Drop Location Feature’ streamlines the entire process, making it hassle-free for passengers. They do not need to worry about captains canceling rides at the last minute anymore, leading to a more predictable and convenient commute. Additionally, passengers can now relax knowing that captains are well-informed about their intended destination. This knowledge empowers captains to plan routes more efficiently, ultimately ensuring that passengers reach their destinations with ease. However, the ‘Drop Location Feature’ will not in any way compromise the privacy of Rapido customers; their information will remain secure and safe.

The ‘Drop Location Feature’ marks a significant step forward in Rapido’s ongoing efforts to prioritize user experience and safety. With this feature, captains can assess factors such as distance, traffic conditions, and time constraints before accepting a ride, ensuring that they are fully prepared to provide an exceptional service.

Kolkata, 25th September 2023: National Award Winning Film maker Gaurang Jalan represented as a member of the International Jury for Cinema and Theatre from India to Cairo for Film Festival. There are Jury members from countries like the USA, Greece, Egypt, Jordan, China, Palestine, Poland, South Africa other than India. Gaurang Jalan was conferred with the coveted National Award by the President of India for his latest film Avijatrik (The Wanderlust of Apu) for best Bengali Film, in September 2022. This film won 27 National & International awards in all.

The 7th Awladna International Forum for Arts of the Gifted which is under the auspices of H.E. President Abdel Fattah El- Sisi, President of the Arab republic of Egypt, in association with Ministry of Culture, Ministry of Social Solidarity, Ministry of Youth and Sports, Ministry of Tourism& Antiquities, National Council for Women etc is having its annual Film Festival from 22nd to 29th September, 2023 in Cairo, Egypt. This Festival is in integration with the Afro-Chinese Arts and Folklore Festival, under the slogan of “What a wonderful world!” 41 Countries are participating in this unique International Festival of Arts, Music & Films.

Speaking to the media, Mr. Gaurang Jalan, National Award Winner & Film maker said, “It is a matter of great honor to be selected as a member of the International Jury for Films, on behalf of India. Representing our country makes one feel extremely proud. 41 countries have sent their films to this special festival for the Gifted, which is under the aegis of the Ministry of Culture, Government of Egypt. There are 4 films from India. Indians and Indian films, cuisine are loved by Egyptians. I remember during my last visit to Cairo in 2015, with Mr Amitabh Bachchan, who was here for the Nile festival, people went simply crazy to get a glimpse of him. Amongst the new era stars they love Shah Rukh Khan. Indian & Egyptian culture have a lot of similarities, being ancient civilizations.”

As Producer of movies, he has been associated with Gaurang Films which has produced Award winning films– Feature, Documentary & Short – in multiple Indian languages (Hindi, English, Bengali, Assamese, Oriya & Bhojpuri).Our film “Safed Haathi”(White Elephant) is the recipient of the ‘Golden Lotus’(from President of India), for being the Best Children’s Film, “Aaj Ka Robinhood” (Return of Robinhood) received ‘Special Mention’ by the Unicef Jury in Berlin Children Film Festival, “Anokha Moti”(Magic Pearl) participated in 22 International Festivals & was widely appreciated. In recent times, we have also embarked on making films in DV format & short films. Notable amongst them was “Aami”(l AM) which won the best film and best documentary at the Kids for Kids Festival at Athens, Greece, besides having been screened at Chicago and was also invited to “The Oprah Winfrey Show”! Other productions include “Fish for Thought”,” Last Lines”, “Who am I”, “Flickering Angels” and “The Men Who Saved Killapara” to name a few. In all Gaurang Films has made more than 15 Children films.

This International Cinema and Arts Festival, aims for supporting the Gifted and creating a cultural and artistic platform that expresses their creativity, talents, arts, to enhance the process of their societal integration at the local and international levels. Such atmosphere is attained by opening artistic outlets for children from different countries of the world in the fields of cinema and children’s arts, in order to build a cultural bridge that connects different international cultures and works on exchanging creative experiences in order to encourage children and their families to develop skills and awareness about children related issues worldwide. The other Jury from India is Priya Ramasubban.

The films selected from India in Cairo Festival 2023 are:

1. Salaam Venky (Hindi) – Directed by Revathy Asha

2. Montur Montoh (Assamese) – Directed by Ramen Borah

3. DHH (Hindi/Gujarati) – Directed by Manish Saini

4. Giddh -The Scavenger (Hindi) – Directed by Manish Saini

Indore,25th September 2023 CoinDCX, India’s first Unicorn crypto exchange, hosted Namaste Web3 in Indore, a flagship Web3 education initiative that helps spread awareness and education about Web3- the future of Internet. Indore native Sumit Gupta, Co-founder of CoinDCX has been one of the driving forces to support the Web3 ecosystem in India.

The Indore chapter of Namaste Web3 was on the theme “Are you prepared to ride the Web3 wave?”. The event was graced by the presence of Shri P Narahari, Secretary and Commissioner, Department of Micro, Small & Medium Enterprises (MSME) Industries, Government of Madhya Pradesh, Shri Pushyamitra Bhargav, Mayor, Nagar Nigam Indore, and Sumit Gupta, Cofounder, CoinDCX. More than 250 people attended, including notable persons from Indore, Web3 and emerging tech entrepreneurs, developers, and enthusiasts.

India, a nation teeming with innovation and vibrant entrepreneurial spirit, is making waves in the Web3 space. With more than 450 active startups, a formidable talent pool of 75,000 developers, and a growing list of unicorns, India is poised for a remarkable transformation. The country boasts a whopping 11% of the global Web3 talent and the industry has the potential to infuse an additional $1.1 trillion into India’s GDP. In this context, hosting Namaste Web3 in Indore takes on special significance, given the city’s impressive roster of Web3 entrepreneurs, developers, and professionals.

Sumit Gupta, Co-founder of CoinDCX, who has deep roots in Indore, shared a heartfelt message during the event, saying, “Having grown up in Indore, I understand the city’s spirit of entrepreneurship and innovation. It’s a place that has shaped my entrepreneurship journey. As someone who has benefited from this city, I believe in the importance of giving back. Education plays a pivotal role in ensuring that our community is well-equipped with the latest knowledge and developments. To this end, we have initiated several programs, including Namaste Web3. I am proud to witness young entrepreneurs from my hometown city gearing up to become the next generation of Web3 pioneers. I am confident the city holds the potential to evolve into the ‘Web3 Silicon Valley’.”

Delivering a keynote at the event, Shri P Narahari, Secretary and Commissioner, Department of Micro, Small & Medium Enterprises (MSME) Industries said, “Indore, a city known for its entrepreneurial spirit and burgeoning talent pool, is quickly emerging as a prominent hub within the Emerging Tech and Web3 startup ecosystem. With a growing community of budding entrepreneurs and tech-savvy talents, Indore possesses the essential ingredients to become a global Web3 powerhouse. The Government of Madhya Pradesh is committed to nurture the talent and empower our youth with the necessary supportive ecosystem. Towards this, we have initiated a series of initiatives, offer access to resources and support in terms of infrastructure and incentives”.

Shri Pushyamitra Bhargav, Mayor of Nagar Nigam Indore, expressed, “It fills me with immense pride to witness our young entrepreneurs and tech enthusiasts gearing up to chart the course of technological evolution. As the Mayor of Indore, I am wholeheartedly dedicated to nurturing and empowering our city’s youth, positioning Indore as a genuine epicenter of innovation and excellence within the domains of Emerging Tech and Web3. Education serves as the cornerstone of building a robust and vibrant community, and events like Namaste Web3 play a critical role in supporting and nurturing this ecosystem. They provide a valuable platform for our matured talent to learn, network, and excel, further propelling our city into the forefront of technological advancement.”

The Namaste Web3 Indore chapter celebrated the remarkable contributions of entrepreneurs and founders from Tier 2 and Tier 3 cities to India’s thriving startup ecosystem. It highlighted the rise of ‘New India,’ driven by the boundless aspirations, impressive skills, and unwavering commitment of the millennial workforce.

The fireside chat on ‘Entrepreneurship in the Web3 Era’ by Mr. Sumit Gupta, Co-founder & CEO of CoinDCX, explored key aspects of entrepreneurship in the evolving digital landscape. There was a panel discussion on ‘Web3 and Entrepreneurship,’ featuring distinguished speakers such as Mr. Dilip Chenoy, Chairman, Bharat Web3 Association; Koushik Bhargav Muthe, Co-founder & CTO, Zoth; Dr. Ravi Chamria, Co-founder CEO, Zeeve Inc.

The event ended with a panel discussion on ‘The Tokenization of Real World Assets(RWA)’. The panel comprised of notable speakers from the industry such as Mr.Rohit Khandelwal, Co-founder, Coin Gabbar, Ashish Anand, Co-founder & CEO, Bru.Finance & Founder Whrrl, Ravikant Agarwal, Director of Growth, Polygon, Aritra Sarkhel, Director & Founding Team, ANQ, Pranav Maheshwari, Sr. Solutions Architect at Edge & Node and Pranav Pagaria, Vice-President, Finance Strategy & Tax, CoinDCX.

Mumbai – A 44 year young office going lady from South Mumbai ( Archana sawant ) name changed was suffering from changes in her body slowly over a period of 6 to 8 years like increasing weight, thickening of skin , tightness of ring in finger, enlargement of hands and feet , enlargement of nose and tongue, Increasing body hairs irregularities in her menstrual cycle. Considering these she visited her Gynecologist who suggested she get Sonography of abdomen and pelvis which suggested PCOD. It’s an ovarian disorder which is common. But her disease was not improving and she slowly went into depression and also started isolating herself from social gatherings just because of her looks. One fine day she visited ENT doctors for her ear wax removal who suggested she consult Neurosurgeon. Doctor who treated this patient Dr. Amit Aiwale, Neurosurgeon from Solaris Hospital which specializes in Brain & Spine treatment said,” We immediately recognized her suffering from Acromegaly which is a hormonal disorder caused by excessive secretion of Growth hormone in adults. She underwent an MRI and detailed Hormonal evaluation. MRI suggested pituitary macroadenoma of approx. 1.5 x 2 cm size. And her IGF 1 levels were increased. After Endocrinologist evaluation and fitness, we suggested Endoscopic trans nasal pituitary macroadenoma excision surgery which is highly advanced technology available at Solaris Hospital where computer assistant i.e. Navigation guided surgery is also possible. Patient underwent surgery, recovered well in 5 days and was discharged within a week. Patient was so happy that the surgery was literally scar less and she couldn’t believe that brain tumor surgery is done with no scar on her body. Patient started feeling a glow on her face and felt her skin becoming smooth. The body hairs also reduced over the next 2- 3 months and she regained her menses regularly.”

Patient is so thankful that this surgery changed her life and she started going to social gatherings and became more independent in her life. We need to spread awareness about pituitary macroadenoma and surgical advances in brain surgery. The results are excellent in expert’s hands. With the advanced technology in diagnosis and surgery and the skills of neurosurgeons, the success and survival rates of pituitary tumor surgery have improved very significantly in the last decade, added by Dr. Amit Aiwale, Neurosurgeon from Solaris Hospital. Thane.