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Let’s Talk Health: ‘High Blood Pressure/Hypertension
MUMBAI: CNN-IBN, India’s most awarded English news channel, in collaboration with the Apollo Hospitals presents ‘Let’s Talk Health’ – a unique show that revolves around health, fitness and the growing related concerns. The show will bring together the country’s biggest specialist doctors and experts to talk about various illnesses, their remedies and technological developments and also to educate viewers and ensure they live holistic life.
In the first episode of Let’s Talk Health, India’s best medical experts come together to answer the questions about High Blood Pressure and bust all myths. It will introduce viewers to the latest technology ‘Blood Pressure Watch’ a one-of-its-kind device that monitors and stores your BP, pulse and weight measurements. It tags your moods and even sets an alarm to remind you to check your blood pressure every day. The episode stresses on how the smallest of lifestyle changes can make your life healthier and help you tackle hypertension.
Don’t forget to watch the first episode of ‘Let’s Talk Health’ on Sat, 8:30 PM and Sun 11:30 AM, only on CNN-IBN.
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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.
