News Broadcasting
IBN7 appoints Times Now’s Sanjay Singh as senior editor
MUMBAI: IBN7 has roped in Times Now’s deputy news editor Sanjay Singh as the senior editor. In his new role, he will head IBN 7’s Mumbai bureau along with the additional responsibility of the entertainment desk.
Singh has been credited as the man who authored Telgi Scam – Reporter Ki Diary the only written document on the Telgi scam. He was recently honoured with the International Press Institute Award by the President of India, according to a statement.
He has held a number of senior positions in leading news channels like NDTV, and Zee News in the past.
Announcing the appointment IBN7 managing editor Ashutosh said, “Sanjay is an old hand at journalism with great editorial experience. I am confident that his energy and commitment will further strengthen our operations and his leadership will take our news coverage to a different level.”
“Sanjay is an exciting addition to IBN 7’s strong editorial team. His commitment to creative programme-making will ensure that IBN 7 broadcast the news in an accessible and engaging way.” added CNN-IBN and IBN7 editor-in-chief Rajdeep Sardesai.
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.
