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USA Today
a day ago
- Sport
- USA Today
College Basketball Crown returning in 2026, but field will be smaller than first edition
College basketball's newest postseason tournament will be significantly shrunk next season. The College Basketball Crown will return for 2026, Fox Sports and AEG announced on Monday, July 21. However, the field will be cut in half from the inaugural edition, going down from 16 teams to eight. The tournament, which will remain in Las Vegas and be played April 1-5, will feature the top two teams from the big Ten, Big 12 and Big East that didn't receive an NCAA Tournament bid, as well as two wild card selections determined by its committee. Name, image and likeness prizes are the big selling point for the tournament. In 2025, champion Nebraska received a $300,000 prize pool for winning the tournament, while Central Florida got $100,000 as the runner-up. Semifinalists Boise State and Villanova each got $50,000 for their respective finishes. "We launched the College Basketball Crown to create more opportunities for elite competition during the thrilling college basketball post-season – and we saw an incredible response from fans, conferences, and players for the inaugural tournament," Fox Sports executive vice president Jordan Bazant said in a statement. Why is College Basketball Crown field is smaller? While it's a positive sign the tournament will return, it's notable how the field is cut in half. In the 2025 tournament, 16 teams were in, with guaranteed spots for the Big Ten, Big 12 and Big East. However, teams like Indiana, Iowa, Ohio State and West Virginia turned down invitations, even though they were the next best teams left in their respective conferences. It has become an ongoing trend for squads that just miss out on the tournament. When teams don't hear their names called on Selection Sunday, it usually means players hit the transfer portal, leaving rosters in doubt of whether it will have a suitable lineup to play in. The NIT and other smaller postseason tournaments have dealt with the same issues. With a smaller field, the College Basketball Crown could have a better field for its bracket, and it comes with possible expansion of the NCAA Tournament in 2026. Still, there is a chance the best teams left in each of conference could decline any postseason invitation, which would leave the College Basketball Crown to go down the conference standings to fill its spots. Still, the College Basketball Crown was a success in terms of non-NCAA Tournament postseasons. It averaged 260,000 viewers on Fox and FS1, higher than the NIT on ESPN's platforms at 212,000 viewers. The championship game between the Cornhuskers and Knights − which went against the women's basketball national championship − averaged 822,000 viewers, the most for a non-NCAA Tournament postseason game. College Basketball Crown 2026 schedule The 2026 College Basketball Crown will be played April 1-5 at the MGM Grand Garden Arena and T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, and it will air on Fox and FS1.
Time of India
a day ago
- Politics
- Time of India
Khopde takes charge as NIT trustee; vows to prioritise Gunthewari regularisation
1 2 Nagpur: Senior BJP leader and four-time MLA from East Nagpur, Krishna Khopde, on Monday took charge as trustee of Nagpur Improvement Trust (NIT). The appointment was celebrated with great enthusiasm by party workers and supporters, who gathered in large numbers at the NIT office for the formal oath-taking ceremony. Revenue minister Chandrashekhar Bawankule, who attended the function as the chief guest, hailed Khopde's appointment, calling it a step that will benefit the common people. He said Khopde's proven track record of working for the underprivileged and transforming East Nagpur into a development model made him the right choice for the post. The event was attended by BJP city president Dayashankar Tiwari, NIT chairman Sanjay Meena, former MLAs Anil Sole, Vikas Kumbhare, Sudhakar Deshmukh, and several ex-corporators and party officials. In his address, Khopde thanked the party leadership and vowed to focus on regularising unauthorised layouts under the Gunthewari Act, 2020. "We've already provided land rights to many slum dwellers through NIT. Under the leadership of CM Devendra Fadnavis and Union minister Nitin Gadkari, we ensured ownership rights to thousands. Now, we will give top priority to the registration and regularisation of plots in all unauthorised layouts," Khopde said.
Time of India
4 days ago
- General
- Time of India
Sewage Chokes Alankar Colony; NIT Yet To Offer Permanent Fix
1 2 Nagpur: For the past one-and-a-half years, residents of Alankar Colony — mostly senior citizens and retired professionals — have been grappling with severe sewage overflow and blocked drains. The issue stems from an overburdened sewer line originally designed for 65 families but now servicing over double the load following the construction of three new residential buildings, with a fourth underway. Locals say the Nagpur Improvement Trust (NIT) never laid a proper underground drainage network in the colony, worsening the problem. "For 16 years, there was never any issue because the number of buildings was fewer," said T Malankar, a long-time resident. "Our layout was planned around 15 years ago, and the drainage system sufficed then. But with the new constructions, it's now under immense pressure." Nanak Chabrani, another resident, described the impact on daily life. "I avoid opening my door in the evening as it faces the sewer, which is now a breeding ground for mosquitoes. The stench is unbearable. I feel embarrassed to invite anyone over." Residents have repeatedly complained about the situation but allege that NIT officials have been unresponsive. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like American Investor Warren Buffett Recommends: 5 Books For Turning Your Life Around Blinkist: Warren Buffett's Reading List Undo "How can Nagpur be called a Smart City when basic civic infrastructure like drainage is missing?" questioned Mayuri Sharma. "Last month, sewer water entered my home and reached the kitchen. We've filed several complaints, but nothing concrete has been done." With civic bodies failing to act, residents were forced to take temporary measures themselves. One local arranged for a JCB machine through an acquaintance to dig makeshift drainage paths. But with monsoon intensifying, fears of flooding inside homes loom large. When contacted, NIT junior engineer Rambhau Patil said the matter was being treated on priority. "A joint survey with a private firm has been conducted, and a permanent solution is being worked out," he said. "The original contractor had left the sewer line exposed 15 years ago. A proposal to lay a new pipeline is in progress. In the meantime, NMC has been instructed to clean the area."
Time of India
5 days ago
- Health
- Time of India
Dibrugarh researcher gains global acclaim for work on AI-powered breast cancer detection system
1 2 3 4 Dibrugarh: Dipti Deb, a research scholar from Chabua in Dibrugarh, is garnering international acclaim for her groundbreaking work in the application of Artificial Intelligence (AI) for early breast cancer detection. Currently pursuing her PhD in the department of computer science and engineering at the National Institute of Technology (NIT) Rourkela, she is under the mentorship of Prof. Ratnakar Dash and Durga Prasad Mohapatra. Dipti recently showcased her innovative research at the 47th Annual International Conference of the IEEE Engineering in Medicine and Biology Society held in Copenhagen, Denmark. Her paper, titled "BreastHistoNet: An Efficient Breast Cancer Histopathological Image Classification Using Multi-Scale Features and Channel Recalibration", presents a cutting-edge computer-aided diagnosis (CAD) system. This system integrates mammogram, ultrasound, and histopathology images, providing a more accurate and timely detection of breast cancer. The promising results from her tests indicate that the AI-driven approach could significantly enhance diagnostic capabilities in the healthcare sector, capturing the attention of attendees and experts alike. The innovation has already garnered multiple accolades, including the Best Poster Award at the 13th International Conference on Soft Computing for Problem Solving (SocProS 2025) held at IIT Roorkee.
Hindustan Times
6 days ago
- Politics
- Hindustan Times
Villagers urge CM to halt Aravalli demolitions
Residents of Anangpur village in Faridabad have urged Haryana chief minister Nayab Singh Saini to stop the planned demolition of thousands of structures flagged as illegal under the ongoing Aravalli forest land reclamation drive. The appeal comes weeks after a demolition campaign began in the village, following a 2023 state survey that identified over 5,900 unauthorised constructions in the region. Residents of Anangpur village in Faridabad have urged Haryana chief minister Nayab Singh Saini to stop the planned demolition. (Archives) On Wednesday, a delegation of Anangpur villagers met the chief minister at the PWD Rest House in Gurugram. The group was accompanied by Union Minister of State Krishan Pal Gurjar, Ballabhgarh MLA Mool Chand Sharma, NIT Faridabad MLA Satish Fagna, and Badkhal MLA Dhanesh Adlakha. The leaders said the demolition poses a threat to the homes, livelihoods, and cultural legacy of one of Faridabad's oldest settlements. The drive stems from a 2022 Supreme Court directive ordering the removal of illegal structures from land protected under Section 4 of the Punjab Land Preservation Act (PLPA), including areas in the ecologically sensitive Aravalli region. The state's 2023 survey flagged over 5,900 unauthorised constructions—mostly farmhouses, banquet halls, gates, and boundary walls—across multiple villages. More than 5,000 of these fall under forest department jurisdiction. To be sure, the residents do not hold any documents since it is a forest land. Anangpur was among the first to face action under the expanded Aravalli reclamation campaign, which began last month and is expected to extend to other Faridabad villages, including Lakkarpur, Mewla Maharajpur, and Ankhir. Similar notices have also been served in Gurugram's Gairatpur Bas, Sakatpur, and Manesar. After the meeting, chief minister Saini reiterated the government's commitment to the court's orders but expressed sympathy for the villagers. 'The state government fully respects the directions of the Supreme Court. However, we are equally sensitive to the sentiments of the people. Many of these families have lived in Anangpur for generations. We are committed to finding a balanced path that safeguards both our environment and our citizens,' he said. CM Saini added that the matter would be placed before the state Coordination Committee, which will prepare a formal petition to the Supreme Court seeking appropriate relief. 'Our aim is not to displace law-abiding citizens. We will represent their case through legal channels and request the court to consider the historical and humanitarian aspects of the issue,' the chief minister said. Ballabhgarh MLA Mool Chand Sharma underscored the emotional and historical significance of the village. 'Anangpur is centuries old. Residents here have lived through generations. We requested the Chief Minister to ensure their voices are heard in court. His assurance to present their case legally offers hope,' he said. 'Political parties, including the opposition, appear to be anti-environment in their stance on the Anangpur demolition issue,' said environmentalist S.S. Oberoi. 'Instead of supporting the implementation of the Supreme Court's orders for environmental protection, they have united in opposition as deadlines continue to be ignored.'
