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CNBC Universe gears up for Budget 2007
MUMBAI: CNBC Universe gears up for the Budget with a line of special programming on the theme ‘OPPORTUNITY ECONOMY?’ But the emphasis is clearly on wooing the youth and family as the network ties up with Star Plus and MTV for its budget specific programming.
CNBC Awaaz ties up with Star Plus for Saas Bahu aur Budget where different stars from various soap families on Star Plus will join the anchors for an in-studio analysis of how the budget will affect each member of this fictional family. This show has been packaged as a dialogue between the various members of the families from popular tele-serials and tax experts.CNBC Awaaz and its editorial team will moderate this program
CNBC-TV18 and MTV tie up to bring Budget Fundas which will be telecast on both channels. The series is supposed to connect the youth with the Union Budget.
CNBC Awaaz budget coverage includes Aapke Sheher Main which will travel to five key cities across India taking stock of what investors expect. The Budget Express is a nationwide initiative tracking 32 cities. Both CNBC-TV18 and CNBC Awaaz will telecast the live uninterrupted coverage of the FM’s Budget Speech followed by a half hour interview with the FM.
The programming on CNBC-TV18 will also have short segments and vignettes such as Tax Minute, CEO Bites, If I were FM…?, Budget Factoids and What the World Thinks.
The theme of “Opportunity Economy?” will extend throughout the CNBC Universe including its web properties.
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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.
