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BAG Films, Missouri School of Journalism to launch media institute
MUMBAI: Production house B. A. G. Films in collaboration with Missouri School of Journalism, USA, has announced the launch of iSOMES — International School of Media & Entertainment Studies. The institute will be based in Noida.
The institute will offer short and long duration courses in media and entertainment including production, direction, editing, graphics & special effects, scripting & dialogue, acting, among others.
The effort is to harness the latent talent in the country in the field of TV Production, Broadcast Journalism and Media Management. The institute is starting with the formal procedures of admission on 7 July 2004 and the courses commence from August 2004, said an official release.
The senior faculty of the Journalism School will guide iSOMES courses and teaching methodology. Prof. Phill Brooks and Prof. Roger Gafke from Missouri School of Journalism are part of the International Advisory Board of iSOMES.
Eminent personalities like Reliance International School chairman and a social worker Neeta Ambani, Reliance Entertainment chairman Amit Khanna, FICCI secretary general Amit Mitra, NDTV managing editor Rajdeep Sardesai, and Observer Research Foundation chairman R.K. Mishra are a part of the internationally Advisory Board of iSOMES.
“Today’s youth is aware and conscious of the career opportunities available. Communications as an industry is growing fast and offers ample options for a successful career. iSOMES, with its excellent faculty and the latest in the industry caters to the ambitious and talented youth,” iSOMES director Nalin Kohli is quoted as saying in the release.
.”BAG Films has come up with iSOMES keeping in mind the expertise that the organization has to offer. Quality education needs to be combined with practical training for a successful career. This has been the focus behind launching iSOMES”, said BAG Films managing director Anurradha Prasad.
News Broadcasting
BBC to cut up to 2,000 jobs in biggest overhaul in 15 years
Cost pressures and leadership change drive major workforce reduction plan
LONDON: BBC has unveiled plans to cut up to 2,000 jobs, roughly 10 per cent of its global workforce, in what marks its biggest downsizing in 15 years.
The announcement was made during an all-staff meeting led by interim director-general Rhodri Talfan Davies, as the broadcaster moves to tackle mounting financial pressures and reshape its operations.
Between 1,800 and 2,000 roles are expected to be eliminated from a workforce of around 21,500. The cuts form part of a broader plan to save £500 million over the next two years, aimed at offsetting rising costs, stagnating licence fee income and weaker commercial revenues.
In a communication to staff, BBC interim director-general Rhodri Talfan Davies said, “I know this creates real uncertainty, but we wanted to be open about the challenge,” acknowledging the impact the move would have across the organisation.
The restructuring comes at a time of leadership transition. Former director-general Tim Davie stepped down earlier this month, with Matt Brittin, a former Google executive, set to take over the role on May 18, 2026.
While some cost-cutting measures are being implemented immediately, the majority of the structural changes are expected to roll out over the next few years, with full savings targeted by the 2027–2028 financial year.
The broadcaster had earlier signalled its intent to reduce its cost base by around 10 per cent over a three-year period, warning of “difficult choices” as it adapts to shifting economic realities and audience expectations.
With operating costs hovering around £6 billion annually, the BBC’s latest move underscores the scale of the financial challenge it faces, as it balances public service commitments with the need for long-term sustainability in an increasingly competitive media landscape.
