DisneyтАЩs тАЬMufasa: The Lion KingтАЭ director Barry Jenkins and songwriter Lin-Manuel Miranda, along with cast members Aaron Pierre, Kelvin Harrison Jr., Seth Rogen, Billy Eichner, Theo Somolu, Braelyn Rankins and Anika Noni Rose, shared an exciting new trailer and poster with fans attending the studio showcase at D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event. The film capped the studioтАЩs presentation with a show-stopping performance of the classic тАЬNantsтАЩ IngonyamaтАЭ and new song тАЬNgomsoтАЭ by Lebo M., who contributes to the filmтАЩs music, alongside a full choir. тАЬMufasa: The Lion KingтАЭ releases only in theatres 20th December 2024.
Exploring the unlikely rise of the beloved king of the Pride Lands, тАЬMufasa: The Lion KingтАЭ enlists Rafiki to relay the legend of Mufasa to young lion cub Kiara, daughter of Simba and Nala, with Timon and Pumbaa lending their signature schtick. Told in flashbacks, the story introduces Mufasa as an orphaned cub, lost and alone until he meets a sympathetic lion named TakaтАФthe heir to a royal bloodline. The chance meeting sets in motion an expansive journey of an extraordinary group of misfits searching for their destinyтАФtheir bonds will be tested as they work together to evade a threatening and deadly foe.
In addition to the cast attending D23 this year, the film also features John Kani, Tiffany Boone, Kagiso Lediga, Preston Nyman, Mads Mikkelsen, Thandiwe Newton, Lennie James, Keith David, Donald Glover, Blue Ivy Carter, Folake Olowofoyeku, Joanna Jones, Thuso Mbedu, Sheila Atim, Abdul Salis, Dominique Jennings and Beyonc├й Knowles-Carter. Blending live-action filmmaking techniques with photoreal computer-generated imagery, the all-new feature film is produced by Adele Romanski & Mark Ceryak, and executive produced by Peter Tobyansen.
DisneyтАЩs Mufasa: The Lion King will be in releasing in Indian theatres on 20th December 2024, in English, Hindi, Tamil and Telugu.
The 8th edition of the India International Footwear Fair (IIFF) 2024 was inaugurated today by the Honourable Minister of Commerce & Industry Shri Piyush Goyal at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi. The inauguration was graced by the presence of distinguished guests and government dignitaries, including Mr. Pradeep Singh Kharola, Chairman & Managing director, ITPO, Mr. V. Noushad, National President of CIFI, Mr. Rajat Agarwal, Executive Director, ITPO and Mr. Raj Kumar Gupta, Chairman of the Organizing Committee IIFF 2024. Scheduled from 08 th to 10 th August 2024, this prestigious event is organized by the India Trade Promotion Organisation (ITPO) in collaboration with the Confederation of Indian Footwear Industries (CIFI). This event underscores its growing significance as a premier global footwear industry event. The 8th India International Footwear Fair (IIFF) will feature over 200 global exhibitors presenting a wide range of products, including high-fashion, luxury, sports, and everyday footwear. A key highlight of IIFF 2024 is its focus on sustainability, featuring a dedicated section for eco-friendly products and practices, reflecting the industryтАЩs commitment to environmental responsibility. Adding to the excitement, the second day of the event will feature a fashion show showcasing the latest trends in footwear. The fair will display a diverse array of products, including footwear, machinery and equipment, technology, compounds, raw materials, components, synthetic materials (PVC and PU), chemicals, soles, fabrics, and leather goods. With an expected attendance of over 20,000 business visitors, IIFF 2024 promises to be a significant platform for showcasing offerings and finalizing business deals with both national and international buyers. “Today’s inauguration of the 8th India International Footwear Fair (IIFF) 2024 marks a significant milestone for the global footwear industry. With the Honourable Minister of Commerce & Industry Shri Piyush Goyal leading the ceremony, we are thrilled to showcase the latest in footwear innovation and sustainability. This fair not only highlights our commitment to environmental responsibility but also provides a premier platform for connecting industry leaders and finalizing key business deals. We look forward to welcoming over 20,000 visitors and celebrating the future of footwear,” said Mr. V. Noushad, President of CIFI.
An article published in the prestigious British Medical Journal (BMJ) Open Diabetes Research and Care about an all-India study Early screening for foot problems in people with diabetes is the need of hour: тАШSave the Feet, Keep Walking campaignтАЩ in India.
Chennai, 7 August 2024: Dr. Vijay Viswanathan, Managing Director & Chief Physician MV Hospital for Diabetes and Prof M Viswanathan Diabetes Research Centre Royapuram led a national drive тАЬSave the Feet, keep walking campaignтАЭ in 2022 across India with the National Research Society for Study of Diabetes in India (RSSDI), the largest organisation of Diabetes Care professionals in the world. The main aim of the campaign was to assess the foot for Loss of Protective Sensation (LOPS) in people with diabetes to detect neuropathy at early stage to prevent Diabetic Foot complications. The HCPs across India joined this 1-month long campaign to raise awareness among people and educate them towards regular foot assessment.
As part of this campaign, a total of 54000 people with diabetes had undergone foot examination. Dr Vijay Viswanathan and his co-authors reported the data for 33259 participants in the article published in the journal BMJ OPen Diab Res Care.
The authors found about one-fourth of the population who underwent examination had high risk feet. The risk was classified as high risk based on the presence of LOPS or Peripheral Artery Disease and one or more of the other risk factors such as history of DFU or lower extremity amputation or end-stage renal disease) as per International Working Group on the Diabetic Foot (IWGDF) guidelines 2023.
Dr. Vijay Viswanathan said that nearly 3/4th of the study population who had HR feet were found to have renal and retinal complications. Heel fissures was found to increase 4.6 times the odds of having HR feet. Presence of callus or corn, age > 45 years, smoking habit, poor glycemic control, male gender were other factors associated with the presence of HR feet.
Low- and Middle-income countries including India face high burden of diabetes and hence foot related problems among them. Poor foot care practices mainly barefoot walking and poor management of foot ulcer may lead to amputation. Wound care is an integral part of healthcare system. Wound clinics play a crucial role in modern healthcare addressing a wide range of acute and chronic wounds. The demand for awareness, early screening of foot and wound care services has been steadily increasing, making it vital for healthcare professionals to stay informed about best practices in preventing and management of Diabetic Foot conditions.
An effective translation of appropriate treatment guidelines on the early diagnosis and management of diabetic foot will improve the quality of foot care practices.