Press Release
Amrita TV appoints Aidem Ventures as their exclusive “Ad – Sales Representative”
MUMBAI: Aidem Ventures, an independent media consulting and marketing company has been mandated to handle ad sales for Amrita TV, a Free to Air, Malayalam General Entertainment Channel. Formed in 2005, Amrita TV is one of the earliest players to launch and develop the Kerala General Entertainment market. The channel stands apart in terms of delivering family based and value driven quality programs. Apart from leading DTH services like Sun Direct, Tata Sky, Dish TV etc, the channel is also available on leading cable networks like COA Kerala, ACV, Siti, Den and many more. The channel also has its presence in the global market and is Free to Air across Australia, Singapore, Middle East, Europe, UK, USA, Canada and South Africa.
Amrita TV, COO, Jayakesh Nair states, “We have developed a new content strategy for Amrita TV. The channel is all set to present a variety of exquisite programs in 2018. Aidem’s knack of positioning channels in the advertiser market is remarkable. They establish a win – win scenario for both advertisers as well as the channel. I am sure this collaboration will help us exhibit Amrita TV’s potential as a valuable advertising platform.
Aidem Ventures, MD, Karan Gupta says, “At Aidem Ventures, we have always created success stories for the channels we have been assigned. It’s an honor to become the exclusive partner of Amrita TV. In the last couple of years, we have been extremely focused on building up our regional bouquet on a Pan-India basis. Equipped with a strong distribution and new content strategy for the coming year, we are confident of the channel’s success in the entertainment space.
Aidem Ventures, President, Alok Rakshit adds, “Amrita TV gives us an in-depth access to the Kerala market, further enhancing our overall sales bouquet for the benefit of advertisers and agencies. Besides, the association will also help Amrita TV to effectively leverage our domain knowledge, revenue management skills and industry relationship, thereby making it a mutually beneficial arrangement”.
Aidem has an in-depth experience of the southern market and has helped turnaround the revenues of Jaya TV Network, Flowers TV, Kasthuri TV Network and Mi Marathi to name a few. In addition to Amrita TV, Aidem currently represents around 15 different partners across the market with successful and popular brands like Bhojpuri Cinema, Dangal, Kolkata TV, Kolkata Live, Music Fatafati, APN News, NaapTol and Box Cricket League.
Aidem Ventures also represents eBus in India with an aim to offer a complete solution for digital distribution and management of television commercials to advertisers, agencies, media owners, content producers and broadcasters.
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.
