Press Release
CII takes Indian cinema to Cannes
INDIAN CONTINGENT TO CANNES INCLUDE 80 COMPANIES, 65 FILMS, 35 NEW PROJECTS AND 18 EXHIBITORS
For the fourth consequtive year, Confederation of Indian Industry will head for the 10-day Cannes Film Market beginning May 17 to project Indian cinema jointly with National Film Development Corporation and support from the Ministry of Information & Broadcasting.
Over 80 companies from India will position themselves at Cannes taking 65 films, 35 new projects. This year 18 exhibitors from India will showcase their product and projects at the India Pavilion, which is back once again on the seafront along the ritzy Croisette.
The India Pavilion, organised by CII, at the Village International has representation from across the country and participation include production companies, line producers, post production studios and exporters. Film & TV Guild of India, Film Federation of India, Indian Film Exporters Association and South Indian Film Exporters Association are also part of the India Pavilion. The India participation also includes over 40 independent filmmakers and producers across the country looking out for new ventures and collaboration.
The agenda for Indian showbiz companies this year is clear focus on business at the world’s largest film market. `Cannes is an excellent platform for Indian film industry to selling products, collaborate with global showbiz community and understand international production and distribution market scenarios better,” said Bobby Bedi, chairman of the CII National Entertainment Committee.
CII has brought out India the Big Picture book– an essential guide to connect with the movie business and this will be released at Cannes on May 17. “This is the first step in a larger framework of activities designed to get the major entertainment players of India to come together and collaborate with international players by participating in film markets like Cannes, AFM and Berlin,” said Bedi.
The objective this year is to promote India as a shooting and post production hub, facilitate India pavilion members to meet sales agents and producers, promote International Film Festival of India, Goa (November 23 to December 3, 2006) and Goa Film Bazaar (November 24 to 28, 2006). Several roundtables and network meetings are also planned at the India Pavilion.
The participant companies at the India pavilion and at Palais include Adlabs Films, Kaleidoscope Entertainment, AP International (biggest exporter of South Indian Movies), Digiquest, a post production company based in Hyderabad UTV Motion Pictures, Sahara One Motion Pictures, EROS Multimedia, Rajtaru – a post production studio from Mumbai, KAS Movie Makers, a Delhi based location provider, Gimmicks, Location provider from Mumbai, NFDC, Celluloid Dreams, iDreams Productions, IFFI and Goa Film Bazaar, Osians, Shemaroo and Sunstone Entertainment.
Indian market screenings at Cannes this year include Ali Larter, Salman Khan starring Marigold, UTV’s Rang De Basanti, Jagmohan Mundra’s Provoked, The Last Monk by Sudipto Sen, Mixed Doubles by Rajat Kapur, Nine Emotions (Navarasa) by Santosh Sivan among others.
NEW DELHI
11th May 2006
Bali is full of memorable moments, and some of them involve animals. Temple monkeys tug at bags, beach dogs nap near sunbeds, and cats wander into cafés like they own the place. Most interactions are harmless, but a bite or scratch can change the day quickly, because you may need immediate medical care and follow-up treatment. This is where Bali travel insurance becomes more than a box to tick.
In this article, you will explore whether animal bite treatment is insured, the exclusions, and the steps to claim easily in Bali.
Why Animal Bites in Bali Need Special Attention
Bites are not only about the visible wound. Insurers and doctors both treat them as medical events that can pose an infection risk, especially when the bite breaks the skin.
A scratch that looks small in the moment can still lead to:
● A doctor’s examination and wound cleaning
● Medicines and dressings
● Follow-up consultations if the doctor advises observation or further care
From an insurance perspective, this matters because claims are usually assessed on medical necessity and documentation, not on how dramatic the injury appears in a photo.
How International Travel Insurance Looks at an Animal Bite
Most travel policies are built around emergency medical expenses for unexpected illness or accidental injury abroad. A bite or scratch usually fits the accidental injury bucket, but coverage is rarely blanket.
In many plans, the following may be considered if a doctor prescribes them and bills and medical notes support them:
● Consultation and outpatient treatment
● Emergency care and procedures, such as wound dressing or stitches, if clinically required
● Prescribed medicines and investigations
● Hospitalisation if the treating doctor confirms it is needed
Common Reasons Claims Get Reduced or Rejected
This is the part travellers often miss. Insurers usually do not deny claims because an animal was involved. Claims become difficult when the event looks avoidable, the reporting is delayed, or the paperwork is weak.
Avoidable-Risk Situations Insurers Scrutinise
Policies commonly exclude or limit claims linked to unsafe conduct or preventable exposure. For animal bites, scrutiny may increase if the incident appears connected to:
● Provoking, feeding, or trying to handle wild animals
● Ignoring warning signs at tourist spots
● Being intoxicated at the time of the incident
● Activities that a policy lists as excluded or restricted
The takeaway is simple: if your own description sounds like a risky choice rather than a sudden accident, the insurer may challenge it.
Delays, Missing Papers, and Policy Conditions
Even when your incident is genuinely accidental, claims can still stall due to basics such as:
● Not informing the insurer or assistance partner within the required time
● Missing itemised bills, prescriptions, or clinical notes
● No proof of travel dates or passport entry details when requested
● Submitting only pharmacy slips without a doctor’s consultation record
International travel insurance is paperwork-driven. If you document it well, you reduce the chance of avoidable back-and-forth.
What to Do If You Are Bitten or Scratched in Bali
Your health comes first, always. But a few sensible steps can protect your recovery and keep your insurance file clean.
Medical Steps That Help You and Your Claim
Act fast, stay calm, and get proper care before worrying about bills.
● Clean the wound promptly and seek medical care, even if it seems minor
● Follow the doctor’s advice, including follow-ups if recommended
● Avoid self-medicating in place of a clinical assessment, because insurers often ask for a doctor’s report
Claim Notes and Documents to Collect
Keep these handy; they’ll save time and avoid follow-up questions later.
● Doctor’s notes that mention the nature of injury, treatment given, and advised next steps
● Prescriptions and pharmacy invoices
● Itemised hospital or clinic bills
● A brief written note of where and when it happened, while it is still fresh in your mind
Final Word
Animal bites in Bali are not rare, and they are not always dramatic, which is exactly why travellers underestimate them. Many travel policies can cover bite-related medical treatment when it is accidental and medically necessary, but the outcome depends on your policy terms and the quality of your documentation. If you buy cover thoughtfully, keep the assistance number handy, and respond sensibly if an incident happens, you give yourself the best chance of both good medical care and a smoother claim experience.
