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General Election Special: News18 India’s Bhaiyaji Kahin to travel across the Country
MUMBAI: With the announcement of dates for the General Elections, News18 India’s renowned show Bhaiyaji Kahin is set to travel the length and breadth of the country to capture the pulse of the electors and highlight ground level issues that will drive the choice of voters.
A travelogue-cum-chaupal show, Bhaiyaji Kahin has a long established legacy of covering elections and highlighting the aspirations and expectations of common citizens. Starting from Uttar Pradesh, the show will travel across India and cover key constituencies in the states of Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Rajasthan, Gujarat, Punjab, Haryana & many more. With his down to earth and people-oriented approach, show’s anchor Prateek Trivedi will speak with the voters as one amongst them only and thereby allowing them to open up completely. Through its unique interactive format, the show will bring voters and the political leaders on a common platform encouraging open dialogue.
As the show travels across the nation, it will be able to track what people in the various parts of the country are saying, are the issues similar or are they being impacted by local issues. Undoubtedly this unique show will be a true representation of the people’s voice in line with the commitment of News18 India to bring the most insightful and impactful coverage of General Elections 2019
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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.
