News Broadcasting
Headlines Today claims 27% growth in viewership base
MUMBAI: ‘We continue to make ‘Headlines’’. That is the claim made by TV Today Network’s English news channel Headlines Today’s claim. Quoting TAM figures for the week 43, ending 23 October, Headlines Today claims that it has continued to climb the popularity charts and now commands 27 per cent market share amongst the English news channels, leaving the likes of CNN, BBC and CNBC trailing behind. The release issued by the company claims that the channel reach has crossed 10 million homes mark, almost double the all India reach of CNBC.
Headlines Today claims to have shown all-round growth in viewership, reach and time spent. Also on the parameter of time-spent, Headlines Today with 11 minutes shares the top position with its nearest rival NDTV 24X7.
The release claims that the spurt in growth has been noticed since the time they started a 360 degree campaign comprising hoardings, bus shelters, web postings, newsletters and newspaper ads. The release says that the 27 per cent viewership growth is seen both the six metros (key market comprising Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, Chennai, Hyderabad and Bangalore) and all India markets.
In addition to that, the release claims that Headlines Today’s flagship programmes – Head Start, Top Five Today and Sports Quarter have emerged as strong contenders in their respective time-band across the English news channels.
The release informs that Headlines Today has a number of programming initiatives in the pipeline, which are due in the next one month.
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.
