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B4U brings Bollwood to Manhattan
A day of fun and excitement in New York as B4U Television Network vows the crowds at the annual India Independence Day Parade >on Sunday 18th August 2013.
The India Day Parade, celebrating its 33rd anniversary attracted a diverse audience from all around America and is considered the largest Independence Day parade in the world outside India. Madison Avenue was closed for the festivities as decorative floats brought a slice of Indian culture to scores of onlookers.
More than 25,000 people attended the event which was organised by the Federation Of Indian Associations With special guests including Bollywood actress Vidya Balan, and Tamil film star Sarath Kumar, the event celebrated India’s 67th Independence day with exclusive performances, marching bands, a procession of over forty floats and mouth-watering food. The veteran social activist Anna Hazare also marched along with hundreds of his supporters.
B4U kept the crowds entertained with live music and a large float that was seen as one of the most colourful attractions of the event. DJ Ladla on the B4U float played some catchy Bollywood tracks and patriotic songs as the crowds swayed along. The colours of the B4U logo red, white and black adorned the float and were the cynosure of all eyes. B4U branded T-shirts and goodie bags were given away by the B4U team to thousands who lined up through the parade.
As the worldwide pioneer of Bollywood entertainment, B4U certainly lived up to its reputation as it represented Indian cinema and celebrated Bollywood music at this prestigious event in New York City.
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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.
