MAM
Techniche Media to offer radio production consultancy
MUMBAI: Techniche Media has re-positioned itself to exploit the opportunity that exists in offering consultancy services to ad agencies, radio channels and advertisers. Percept Advertising’s division Percept Picture Company acquired the independent production house in August 2002.
Techniche Media has already bagged some assignments and is producing ad jingles and radio software for local and international companies. Techniche Media CEO Vivek Salian says: “We are currently producing ad jingles for Canadian companies and other international companies that have invested in shows to be aired in India. We have also bagged projects to provide software related to infotainment and entertainment.”
Salian also adds: “We have perfected the art and science of conceptualising and delivering programming concepts that suit client’s requirements. We also offer end-to-end solutions right from getting approvals from radio stations to the scripting stage to production and post production work to marketing air time.”
At present, Techniche Media doesn’t have any ongoing programmes on All India Radio (AIR)’s 107.1 FM station but the firm had previously aired shows for FM stations in Mumbai, Delhi, Kolkata, Chennai, Lucknow and Ahmedabad. The popular shows conceptualised for several advertisers included the IDBI Business Show (with Vinod Advani and Alok Rakshit as anchors); Star Gold Classics; Amaron Long Lasting show (a retro music based show); Orange SMS request show; Kotak Mahindra Money Talk; Qantas QPM amongst others.
Techniche Media is also in talks with WorldSpace to explore the potential of satellite radio and broadcast programmes all over the globe. “We are waiting for WorldSpace to set up their distribution systems and create a mutually beneficial revenue model that will provide us with opportunities to cash in,” says Salian.
“The company has already conceptualised a wide gamut of shows for Vividh Bharati as well as for AIR FM stations – travel shows, film-based shows, music shows including countdown shows, interviews and business based shows. The advantage of a sponsored (recorded) radio show is that the show can be conceptualised as per the brand / target audiences requirement, so that the client derives maximum possible mileage. The FCT (free commercial time) is used for direct plug-ins. One third of the FCT can be banked, i.e. played on other time slots,” adds Salian.
The company also has plans to tie up with major ethnic radio networks in the west to offer content. “We have 300 hours of programming archives,” says Salian.
In order to create complete backward integration, Techniche Media has also constituted a radio institute “Wild on Air – The Voice Institute”. Salian says: “The institute offers courses in voice modulation, scripting, jingles amongst others. More than 200 students have completed the courses and obtained certification.”
Several top radio jockeys and voice over artists have worked with Techniche Media on various projects.
MAM
Abhishek Bansal resigns as Chief Financial Officer of Just Dial
Long-serving finance head steps down after more than 12 years with the company.
MUMBAI: Just Dial is saying goodbye to a key numbers man after more than a decade of balancing the books. Just Dial Limited has announced the resignation of Abhishek Bansal as Chief Financial Officer and Key Managerial Personnel, effective from the close of business hours on 15 April 2026. The departure is based on personal career considerations, including his intention to take a short professional break and explore opportunities outside the company.
Bansal had been associated with Just Dial for over 12 years, including more than eight years as its Chief Financial Officer. During his tenure, he handled a wide range of responsibilities encompassing finance, corporate strategy, business analytics, accounting, audit, legal, taxation, treasury, compliances, and investor relations. He also served as Whole-time Director on the company’s board from October 2019 to September 2021.
The company placed on record its deep appreciation for his contributions and services rendered.
Before joining Just Dial, Bansal worked as an Equity Research Analyst at Credit Suisse and as a Derivatives Trader at Jaypee Capital. He holds an MBA in Finance from the Indian Institute of Management Bangalore and a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering from the Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee.
In a crisp note to the company, Bansal confirmed that his resignation is not connected with the company’s operations, financial reporting, audit processes, governance matters, or any other material reason.
Just Dial has not yet announced a successor for the role.
After more than 12 years of steering the financial ship at Just Dial, Abhishek Bansal is ready to chart a new course. His departure marks the end of a significant chapter for the company’s finance leadership.
