Neeraj Khemlani, CBS News co-chair, steps down after two years in workplace and HR complaints

CBS News president and co-head Neeraj Khemlani is out of the esteemed outlet after a two-year stint stricken by HR complaints and worker clashes.

According to a number of retailers, Khemlani knowledgeable staff in a memo on Sunday about his departure from the place after calling confidential counselors on Saturday.

The departure comes only a few weeks later reported the co-head was monitored by human assets for what was described as ‘bullying, rude’ behaviour.

Khemlani plans to remain throughout the CBS household growing content material together with e book variations, documentaries and scripted sequence.

DailyMail.com reached out to Paramount Global — mum or dad firm of CBS News — to verify the report, however officers have been unavailable for remark.

It is believed CBS meant to announce the co-head’s departure Monday.

Khemlani has been vacationing in Europe along with his household for the previous week and is anticipated to return on August 14, sources instructed the New York Post.

In his e mail to staffers obtained by the outlet, Khemlani mentioned he was excited to maneuver on to a brand new section of his profession.

“(I’m) looking forward to putting my reporter’s notebook back in my pocket and going on a new adventure,” he wrote partially.

Khemlani – who was solely two years into his three-year contract – had his departure confirmed by CBS CEO George Cheeks in a supportive assertion.

Cheeks, who was chargeable for bringing in Khemlani, mentioned the 2 had been discussing “his possible transition for some time.”

It is presently unclear who will take over from the controversial boss. His co-president Wendy McMahon could be the most definitely choice.

During his time within the function, Khemlani was accountable for the information division that saved tabs on packages like “60 Minutes” and “Face the Nation.”

McMahon, in the meantime, heads the TV and digital information divisions.

In his memo on Sunday, Khemlani talked about current experiences of his alleged office conduct involving girls and staff of coloration.

“We have maintained the No. 1 ranking of our iconic weekend programs, successfully developed and launched business plans to grow the digital revenue that will support CBS News for the next generation,” he wrote within the memo.

“I am so proud of what you all have accomplished — the scores of journalistic wins, the fantastic storytelling, the creativity that has enhanced every aspect of our programming — that has propelled this division forward on a stronger path,” he wrote.

Prior to his departure, Khemlani underwent a 360 efficiency assessment by HR.

Employees and former staff who spoke out towards the pinnacle of CBS News described the boss as “rude” and “micromanaging.”

The assessment resulted in necessary recommendation on the right way to speak to staff “without sarcasm” and to make use of “friendly body language” in accordance with experiences.

In 2022, DailyMail.com reported that ‘CBS Evening News’ anchor Norah O’Donnell feared for her job after clashes with Khemlani.

O’Donnell — whose earlier contract expired within the spring of 2022 — feared she may fall sufferer to the CBS News president’s cost-cutting initiatives.

Insiders shared on the time that the 2 had clashed for practically a 12 months and that he was quietly in search of a alternative for the night information.

He denied the allegations, saying partially: “Norah’s presence in Washington has increased CBS Evening News coverage on all fronts… And in addition to making headlines, the program is gaining viewership.”

O’Donnell finally resigned from ‘CBS Evening News’ however took an enormous pay lower – $3.8 million a 12 months lower than her beforehand estimated $8 million.