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Adlabs Imagica Launches Nitro- Indias First Floorless Roller coaster
Redefining the meaning of an adrenaline rush, Adlabs Imagica launches its latest attraction, Nitro- India’s first “floorless” roller coaster. Nitro combines cutting edge coaster technology with a unique blend of twists, speed and free-flight experience. Travelling at a racing speed, the coaster gives you a sense of thrill with the feel of flying and being suspended mid-air. This unique coaster is designed to simulate a “flying chair”, giving every passenger a virtual front-row view through five inversions that include high speed banked turns, a dive loop and interlocked corkscrews.
Designed & engineered by Bolliger & Mabillard of Monthey, Switzerland, one of the leading manufacturers of roller coasters worldwide, this coaster is going to give all the coasters across the country a run for its money.
Talking about the launch of Nitro, Aarti Shetty, Creative Director at Adlabs Entertainment Limited said, “We have always strived to create experiences that one has never had in India before. Nitro is one of our key and most awaited attractions in the park, taking thrill to an all new level. It is one of my favorite rides and I am sure people will thoroughly enjoy and appreciate this beast of a coaster. The launch of Nitro is a big milestone for Adlabs Imagica as the park is now officially complete with all the rides fully operational. All our 21 attractions are now available for our guests to experience. Adlabs Imagica has been incorporated with a vision to set up India’s largest family entertainment theme park and we continue to get the best international experiences for our visitors.”
Now with all its 21 attractions, 5 restaurants and the entire entertainment experience ready in full swing, Adlabs Imagica is redefining the theme park experience, taking entertainment to a new high!
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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.
