News Broadcasting
ZEE Media Group comes forward to help DTH/Cable Operators
These are unprecedented times. As the world battles a global contagion, India, the second-most populous country in the world is fighting the lethal disease and all necessary steps are being taken by Indian authorities to prevent this virus from spreading further.
As India, a country of more than 1.3 billion people, reels under a national lockdown to curb the infections, millions are confined to their homes and the consumption of content across different platforms is witnessing an unparalleled demand. A smooth, uninterrupted access to your favourite news programmes now becomes more important than ever before.
At a time like this, the Zee Media Corporation Limited (ZMCL), is leading the charge in supporting Direct-To-Home services, MSOs and Cable Operators to ensure that viewers have uninterrupted services during the lockdown. It has launched a special campaign to help viewers to easily recharge thru various digital platforms. The ZMCL group has been running promos and informative advisories across its Lead Channels Zee News, Zee Hindustan and Regional channels Zee 24 Taas (Marathi), Zee 24 Ghanta (Bangla), Zee 24 Kalak (Gujarati), Zee Punjab Haryana Himachal (Punjabi), Zee Odisha (Odia) Zee Madhya Pradesh Chhattisgarh, Zee Uttar Pradesh Uttarakhand, Zee Bihar Jharkhand, Zee Rajasthan to ensure that viewers continue to recharge their DTH and Cable services well in time to enjoy uninterrupted access to their favorite content. These promos include information on easy ways to recharge through the dedicated websites or apps or contact their nearest operators.
In these challenging times, ZMCL is doing its part in fighting this global outbreak and educating its viewers about staying safe indoors and adhering to the rules of the national lockdown put in place by the Indian government.
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.
