A Bengaluru consumer commission fined Aditya Birla Health Insurance for rejecting a genuine claim citing hospital's late intimation. The firm must pay Rs 2.6 lakh with interest and compensation.
Starting April 2025, term insurance premiums will be GST-free. Learn how this tax change impacts your financial planning and boosts insurance affordability in India.
Lok Sabha passes key insurance bill, raising FDI limit to 100% and strengthening IRDAI. Can it bridge India's low insurance density gap without over-regulation?
India launches NMHS-2, its first national mental health survey since 2015, covering all states & UTs. It aims to assess post-pandemic mental illness burden and guide policy. Read the key details.
Learn how the principle of contribution in marine insurance impacts claim settlements when multiple policies cover the same risk. Essential reading for Indian shippers and exporters.
Parliament has approved the Insurance Amendment Bill 2025, amending three key laws: the Insurance Act, 1938, LIC Act, 1956, and IRDA Act, 1999. Read about the sector's transformation.
The Sabka Bima Sabki Raksha Bill 2025 marks India's biggest insurance reform, allowing 100% FDI, new intermediaries, and stronger policyholder protection. Read the full analysis.
The Indian government is considering a fresh capital infusion of up to ₹5,000 crore into three struggling state-owned general insurers to shore up solvency and enable future reforms like consolidation or sale. Read the full analysis.
The Lok Sabha has passed a crucial bill to increase the foreign direct investment limit in the insurance sector to 100%. This move aims to boost capital inflow and enhance insurance penetration in India. Read more for details and analysis.
PB Partners, a leading PoSP insurance advisor, has inaugurated a new Experience Center in Delhi's Rajendra Place. The center aims to simplify insurance and provide expert guidance to customers.
The new insurance bill aims for 100% FDI, easier access, and universal protection by 2047. Discover how it changes rules for LIC, IRDA, and policyholders.
The Sabka Bima Sabki Raksha Bill 2025 aims to transform India's insurance sector with 100% FDI, niche licences, and a shift to regulation-driven oversight. Read the key changes.
Essential guide for NRIs on term insurance in India. Learn about coverage, tax benefits under Section 80C & 10(10D), and crucial policy guidelines for financial security.
Galaxy Health Insurance announces its foray into travel insurance. MD & CEO G. Srinivasan reveals a ₹400 crore Gross Written Premium target by FY27 and launches a new integrated health product.
India's life insurers are boosting trust with faster, digitized claim settlements. Explore the drivers, regulatory changes, and persistent challenges like nomination gaps. Learn what truly counts in life insurance.
A 5-year analysis by MPower reveals a 50% surge in anxiety & depression among Indian men. Key triggers include work stress & loneliness. Read the full report.
MPower's 5-year data shows a sharp rise in anxiety, depression, and relationship issues among Indian men. Learn the key trends and why seeking help is crucial.
Goa govt approves major overhaul of Kera Suraksha Insurance Scheme, making Rs 7 lakh coverage free for all coconut workers from 2025-26. Details inside.
A new report reveals compact cars and SUVs account for three-fourths of motor insurance claims in India, while electric vehicles are the most expensive to repair. Discover the data shaping insurance premiums.
Ghaziabad consumer commission orders Star Health to pay Rs 50k claim, rules treatment method is for doctors, not insurers, to decide. Read the full verdict details.
A Rajkot woman's insurance claim for knee surgery was rejected as 'experimental.' After 23 years of premiums, the consumer court ruled in her favour. Read the full story.
The Indian government is set to introduce a sweeping insurance reform bill, raising FDI to 100% and introducing composite licences. This aims to boost capital, competition, and penetration in the sector. Read more.
Chola MS General Insurance expects improved performance in H2FY26. MD V. Suryanarayanan discusses motor portfolio, crop insurance plans, and rural expansion to 2.2 lakh gram panchayats. Read the full interview.
Chandigarh Citizens Foundation and administration organized a mental wellness workshop for 150+ stakeholders to combat rising suicide cases among schoolchildren. Learn about the initiatives.
India faces a severe mental healthcare gap with only 0.75 psychiatrists per 100,000 people. Discover the challenges and solutions in our comprehensive analysis of the mental health crisis.
Niva Bupa is revolutionizing health insurance by transforming agents into 'Health Captains' to bridge knowledge and trust gaps. Discover how this new model empowers advisors.
Discover why term insurance demand is growing 35% in India's tier-2 cities. Improved digital access, financial literacy, and younger demographics are driving this shift toward financial protection.
Healthcare costs are soaring. Discover why a future-ready family health insurance plan is essential to protect both your family's well-being and your financial stability in 2026 and beyond.
LIC, SBI Life and other insurance stocks fell up to 2% as government plans to introduce Insurance Laws Amendment Bill in Parliament's winter session. Key details inside.
Tata AIA's Premier SIP sees 40% growth as young professionals drive demand for SIP-linked insurance plans. Discover how this financial instrument combines protection with wealth creation.