Archive: October 13, 2022

Entertainment

RRR This Sunday 12 Noon, Only on &pictures

Oct 13, 2022 by Rabindra 0 Comments

The fiery flame of Ram, the gushing roar of Bheem, and a coalescence that created history! It’s a tyohaRRR for &pictures this October as they raise the curtain with Ramcharan, Jr. NTR, Ajay Devgn, and Alia Bhatt to present the RRRoaring Premiere of the year RRR on 16th October, Sunday 12 noon. Directed by the master of grandeur, S. S. Rajamouli, the film has everything you would imagine and more! Adrenaline-pumping action, masterstroke visuals, never seen before stunts, a fabulous cast, and a storyline that will get you hooked – it is no surprise that RRR broke every record imaginable, becoming a massive success globally.

If you aren’t hooked yet, here are 8 more reasons to tune into RRR on 16th October, Sunday 12 noon

1. RRR is the 3rd highest-grossing film ever in India and the 10th highest-grossing movie worldwide!

2. The film marks Alia Bhatt and Ajay Devgn’s south debut; quick trivia Alia learned to speak Telugu, especially for this film!

3. Ram Charan’s powerful introduction scene is one that will go down in history, the team worked for 32 days to shoot this one scene. On this shot, director S.S. Rajamouli said, “Ram Charan’s intro was one of the scariest shots in RRR. It has as many as 1,000 people marching toward Ram Charan, ready to attack him. That shot was so high-voltage, I was scared during the shot. That adrenaline rush when 1,000 people gang up against one guy, is emoted with such a great effort. But, thank goodness, he completed the shot unscathed”

4. The mind-blowing animation of RRR took over six months alone!

5. Director S.S. Rajamouli is famous for designing impactful and grandiose interval scenes in most of his movies. Continuing this trend, RRR showcases one of the most epic and thrilling interval scenes in all of Indian Cinema

6. RRR is one of the most expensive Indian films to ever be made

7. It took a total of 200 days for rehearsals, auditions, and screen tests before the actual shoot

Fueled with brilliant visuals and direction, RRR tells the tale of two illustrious revolutionaries Alluri Sitarama Raju (Charan) and Komaram Bheem (Rama Rao), and their journey away from home. Brought up with different schools of thought and one common goal, Ram and Bheem find their ways to each other and form an unbreakable bond of brotherhood. It focuses on the unrecorded time of their life when both rebels choose to live in obscurity before waging war for their nation.

Come together and enjoy this full-on entertainer with the RRRoaring premiere of the year RRR on 16th October, Sunday 12 noon only on &pictures

Business

CREDUCE signs MoU with TraceX Technologies to build a homegrown 100% carbon-neutral product and enable consumers to map traceability from origin to end usage

Oct 13, 2022 by Praveen 0 Comments

Bengaluru, October 12, 2022: CREDUCE, a Carbon Credits Origination and Offset solutions provider, and TraceX Technologies, end-to-end product origination and traceability solutions leader, have come together to build a product that enables product traceability, carbon footprint mapping and offsetting solution with Web 3.0 and Blockchain. The two leading names signed the MoU with a vision to create a homegrown product that will empower consumers to use 100% carbon-neutral products and trace the origins of the same with a QR Code.

The solution will help trace the product’s lifecycle from origin to finished good and end result with the consumer. It will be the sole digital source of truth for products, revealing the complete carbon footprint mapping at every stage. The companies will benefit from the speedy and automated resolution of incidents, withdrawals and product recall. The goal is to achieve transparency about every sourced ingredient and asses carbon, water and methane footprint. The manufacturers and sourcing partners can nullify the product’s 360° footprint with a single click and use World’s First Super Sustainable Blockchain Token, Kichee Token.

Talking about the MoU, Shailendra Singh Rao, Founder of CREDUCE and a Climateur, said, “With TraceX Tech, we are building a solution that will help companies create circular, the sustainable supply chain that saves time and money and helps the environment by producing carbon and environmentally-neutral product. The companies will be able to secure brand reputation, protect consumers’ right to consume an environmentally positive product, and fight counterfeits with supply chain data. We look forward to seeing the world reap the benefits of this partnership.”

Anil Nadig, CoFounder at TraceX Technologies, said, “TraceX Technologies is grateful for all the collaborations that bring us one step closer to our purpose. Our recent partnership has ensured we are on a rewarding and fun journey with CREDUCE and Kichee Token towards a collaborative mission.”

The Beta version and proof of work are being tested, and both companies will use their respective expertise to finalise the user-ready product shortly.

Health

Importance of a Healthy Diet in Controlling Arthritis

Oct 13, 2022 by Rabindra 0 Comments

By Dr. Chethana D, Consultant – Rheumatology, Aster CMI Hospital, Bangalore

The term “Arthritis” refers to pain and stiffness in joints. It is a very common ailment and a global health problem. It is very much treatable. The Sooner you start treatment, better will be the outcome. If treatment is delayed, patients may suffer from chronic pain, difficulty in walking and climbing stairs and inability to perform everyday activities.

The most common types of arthritis are –

  • Osteoarthritis – It is caused due to damage or wearing of the cartilage, leading to joint swelling, pain, and stiffness. The condition mostly affects the elderly; however, younger adults can be affected too, especially with history of joint injury.
  • Gouty Arthritis – The condition is identified as sudden unbearable painful attacks in joints. It is seen in young men and older adults. Premenopausal women are usually spared.
  • Rheumatoid Arthritis – This is an auto-immune disorder where the immune system attacks the joints and the body’s tissues. It can cause severe damage to joints, leading to deformities, if not treated promptly.

While most types of arthritis have no cure, they can be very well managed with a combination of medications (including disease-modifying drugs, analgesics, and anti-inflammatories), eating a well-balanced diet, adopting a healthy lifestyle, quitting smoking, limiting alcohol intake and engaging in regular physical exercise. These help in managing inflammation and boosting immunity. Several studies have highlighted the benefits of a healthy diet in managing inflammation. The foods that can help in managing arthritis well are –

  • Fish – Fatty fish can help in fighting inflammation as they are high in omega-3 fatty acids. Fish is an important part of an arthritis diet as consumption of salmon, tuna and sardines can help in keeping stiffness and swelling at bay.
  • Beans – Red beans, kidney beans, pinto beans etc. are great sources of antioxidants and help control the levels of CRP (C-reactive protein) that helps in managing inflammation and swelling in the joints. Thus, regular consumption of beans is extremely helpful.
  • Nuts And Seeds – While nuts and seeds are high-calorie foods, consuming them in a regulated quantity can boost energy and can fight inflammation by virtue of monounsaturated fats.
  • Fresh Vegetables and Berries – Leafy and fibrous vegetables like spinach and broccoli help in relieving swelling and lowering inflammation. Berries such as blackberries, strawberries, and raspberries can also inhibit the inflammatory process. These are full of minerals and antioxidants and boost overall health. Berries and fresh vegetables should be a regular part of the daily diet in arthritis patients.
  • Garlic and Ginger – These have natural anti-inflammatory properties and have been used by nutritionists in natural and holistic treatment for several years. Including ginger and garlic regularly in your diet can reduce arthritis pain and swelling.

What are the foods that arthritis patients should avoid?

Certain foods can aggravate inflammation and arthritis symptoms and are best avoided –

  • Fried and Sugary Foods – A diet high in sugars and processed foods increase the advanced glycation end that triggers cytokine production which leads to an increase in arthritis swelling and pain. Cutting down on such foods and substituting them with vegetables can result in better outcomes.
  • Dairy products – Although some fatty acids are associated with health benefits, a diet rich in saturated fats and full-fat dairy products can aggravate inflammation. Arthritis patients should avoid full-fat dairy products as they can trigger inflammation and joint pain.
  • Tobacco – Smokers are at a high risk of developing severe disabling rheumatoid arthritis as tobacco consumption is associated with anti-CCP antibodies.

If you are suffering from arthritis, then managing your diet and regular exercise program can make a huge difference in reducing arthritis pain. Consumption of fluids and fiber-rich food can keep constipation at bay. Including vitamin D in your diet through fortified milk, yoghurt, orange juice and cereal along with legumes, pomegranates, green tea, brown rice, and nuts can also help in rebuilding cartilage. For optimal joint function, you might also consider adding a few supplements to your diet that can help reduce inflammation and avoid cartilage breakdown, like the omega 3 fatty acids.

Taking control of your diet can not only help as an adjunct to the benefits of arthritis treatment but can also help you avoid the condition and lead a healthy life.

Business

NSDL acquires 5.6% stake in ONDC

Oct 13, 2022 by Rabindra 0 Comments

Hyderabad, Oct 13, 2022: India’s leading Depository National Securities Depository Limited (NSDL) has acquired 5.6% stake in Open Network for Digital Commerce (ONDC) i.e. 10,00,000 equity shares of Rs. 100 each. NSDL invested an amount of Rs.10 Crore in ONDC under the private placement route.

NSDL commends more than 89% of the market share in terms of custody value viz. 4 Trillion US $. NSDL demat account holders are serviced through the Depository Participants from 58000 service centres. NSDL’s investors are present in 99.2% of pincodes in India and spread across 189 countries.

ONDC is an initiative of Commerce Ministry to create an open public digital infrastructure. Experts believe, ONDC is primed to do what NSDL has demonstrated in the securities market, reach out to the common man at the grassroot level through technology.

“This strategic deal will further strengthen the digital ecosystem to take the digital e-commerce to the people of India”. Ms.Padmaja Chunduru, MD & CEO, NSDL

“We are glad to have NSDL as a stakeholder which would be of strategic benefit considering their experience in reach and technology“ commented Mr.T Koshy, MD & CEO, ONDC, who was part of the core NSDL Depository team in the initial days.

Health

Dr. Mohan’s Diabetes launches AI enabled platforms for Next Gen Diabetes care

Oct 13, 2022 by Praveen 0 Comments

Bengaluru 12th October 2022: Dr. Mohan’s Diabetes Specialities Centre, India’s largest chain of diabetes centres launched AI-enabled digital innovations under its digital transformation called Dr. Mohan’s Digital Diabetes Revolution with the 3D Initiative. The three D’s include 1, ‘DIA’ – an AI powered chatbot to assist people through automated digital conversations, 2, ‘DIALA’ – a patient-friendly mobile app and 3, ‘DIANA’ – a healthcare application for precision diabetes care. Dr V. Mohan, Chairman & Chief Diabetologist, Dr Mohan’s Diabetes Specialties Centre, and Dr. R. M. Anjana, Managing Director, Dr. Mohan’s Diabetes Specialities Centre launched this initiative in Chennai on. The digital transformation initiative enables seamless and highly personalized 24/7 online care and support services for people with diabetes. It is powered by world’s leading next-gen Total Experience (TX) Automation Platform, the AI-enabled virtual assistant to engage patients through an integrated approach across WhatsApp, Google Business Message, Facebook Messenger and web platforms.

Dr. R. M. Anjana, Managing Director, Dr. Mohan’s Diabetes Specialities Centre added, with the increase in smartphone penetration at every household and seamless data connectivity healthcare transcends beyond just physical care. Large volumes of digital healthcare data with deep learning paves the way for the deployment of bots to facilitate the use of technology to provide information and assist our patients. Enabling a conversation across various platforms such as WhatsApp, Facebook Messenger, Google Business Message and other web platforms will empower patients.

Dr V. Mohan, Chairman & Chief Diabetologist, Dr Mohan’s Diabetes Specialities Centre said, Through these AI-powered innovations, we offer expert medical advice accessible to everyone around the clock. These tech-enabled next-generation platforms will offer real-time solutions about diabetes care and dispel myths for the benefit of our people. With an aim to provide timely medical assistance through technology integration and disruption, we are confident that it will bridge the gaps prevailing in diabetes care. We aim to provide a holistic healthcare experience by helping patients and doctors to intelligently monitor health data over long term to enable predictive and proactive care.