Disneyland Resort's Oogie Boogie Bash will feature Syndrome and Maleficent this fall. The separately ticketed, family-friendly event at Disney California Adventure Park, running on select nights from August 17 to October 31, includes treat trails and villain encounters. Guests can find Syndrome at Pixar Pier and Maleficent in Grizzly Peak. Other characters like Hades and Dr. Doofenshmirtz will also appear. Tickets are available for select August dates.

Nicholas Pooran has been named the new captain of Trinbago Knight Riders for the Caribbean Premier League (CPL) 2025, replacing Kieron Pollard. Pooran expressed his gratitude and said it's a privilege to lead the franchise. Pollard handed over the reins, citing the need to groom the next generation and stating that Pooran is homegrown and understands the team's values and principles.

Maharashtra signed a Letter of Intent with IBM to collaborate on quantum computing initiatives, aligning with India's National Quantum Mission. IBM will provide expertise in designing Maharashtra's quantum program and contribute to skills development. Simultaneously, IBM launched its India Client Experience Centre in Mumbai. The center will assist enterprises in adopting AI, hybrid cloud, and quantum computing technologies.

AI companies boast about AI tools being PhD-level intelligent. Claus Wilke argues this is misleading. Current AI lacks reasoning, self-reflection, and the ability to handle novel situations like a real PhD. People want quick answers, not lengthy research. A PhD assistant provides in-depth research, but it takes years and may not give definitive answers. Future research is still needed.

Asics India targets the number one spot in the Indian running shoe market, currently led by Nike and Adidas. They plan to expand into Tier-II and Tier-III cities, opening new stores and tailoring product pricing. Asics also aims to increase local manufacturing to 900,000 pairs this year, with plans to make India a global export hub. Despite higher production costs in India, Asics will absorb the extra cost to maintain competitive pricing.

Former Maharashtra cricketer Nicholas Saldanha has died. A right-handed batter and left-arm spinner, Saldanha played 57 First-Class matches for Maharashtra. He scored 2,066 runs at an average of 30.83, including one century. He also took 138 wickets at an average of 22.48. The Maharashtra Cricket Association (MCA) released a statement calling Saldanha "one of our finest" players, acknowledging his significant contributions to Maharashtra cricket.

A study by Client Associates found that only 36% of IPO investors and 32% of post-listing investors in India's new-age companies generated positive returns. Pre-IPO investors fared slightly better, but timing exits was crucial. The report notes that most listing gains were unsustainable, and retail investors' risk-adjusted returns remain questionable compared to diversified fund-based approaches or established listed alternatives.

The Chhattisgarh Waqf Board ordered mosques, madrasas, and dargahs to hoist the national flag on Independence Day. Congress MP Tariq Anwar criticized the directive, stating it's not a tradition and shouldn't be forced. Congress leader Salam Rizvi called it absurd. AIMIM's Mufti Mohammad Ismail saw it as questioning Muslim patriotism. Waqf Board Chairman Salim Raj warned that non-compliance would be viewed as pro-Pakistani.

Infosys is partnering with Telstra to enhance AI-driven cloud solutions for Australian businesses. Infosys will acquire 75% of Versent Group, a Telstra subsidiary focused on cloud and digital transformation. Telstra will retain a 25% stake. The deal, expected to close in the second half of FY 2026, is subject to regulatory approvals. Versent Group has 650 engineers, advisors, and strategists who design and implement cloud solutions.

India celebrates its 79th Independence Day on August 15, 2025. The article provides wishes, patriotic messages, and quotes to share with loved ones. It commemorates India's freedom from British rule in 1947, highlighting the nation's unity and the sacrifices of freedom fighters. The content includes greetings, patriotic lines, and famous quotes from figures like Mahatma Gandhi and Subhas Chandra Bose, encouraging citizens to honor their country and its history.