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CNBC-TV18 to launch ‘The Olympian Effort’ on 30 June
Mumbai: CNBC-TV18 is launching a new six-part series – The Olympian Effort – on 30 June.
Built around the 2012 London Olympics, the show gives a 360 degree view of the Games. It salutes the spirit of sportsmanship and takes an “in-depth” look at the business of Olympics.
The series will air every Saturday at 12 noon and 8 pm and every Sunday at 9 pm.
There will be a special episode on India and the Olympics. It will showcase India’s history and track record at the Olympics, the past winners and their moments of glory. The show will then look at the Indian 2012 contingent, their prospects and the country’s expectations from them.
As the series progresses, it will dive deeper into the business of Olympics and analyse how Indian businesses and companies with Indian stakes are getting involved and leveraging on the games. The show will capture the expectations of various athletes and contingent sponsors as well as the first time broadcaster of Summer Olympics ‘ESPN Star Sports’.
A special episode will be anchored out of London itself that will provide a global view of the 2012 London Olympics and its impact on Brand London. Interviews with global sponsors and organisers will provide an insight to their views and expectations from the games. The series will conclude after the closing ceremony which will analyse the 2012 games and brand London from all aspects.
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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.
