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Over the last nine years, the bank has grown into a key platform for introducing citizens to banking, digital payments, government benefits, and other important financial services.

IPPB launches digital platforms for mutual funds, insurance; what does it mean?

India Post Payments Bank has launched digital platforms for mutual funds and insurance, expanding its financial services beyond banking and…

September 7, 2026 16:34 IST

How did Hyderabad woman won the case against bank and insurance company to get Rs 10 Lakh refund. (Image Generated by AI).

Sold insurance ‘without informed consent,’ retired professor wins Rs 10.60 lakh payout

A Telangana consumer commission has held that a policy cannot be treated as freely and knowingly purchased merely because a…

Updated: September 5, 2026 21:05 IST

Public Insurance Registry: 5 ways it could make managing your insurance easier

One registry, all your insurance? 5 ways the proposed system can help policyholders

IRDAI’s proposed Public Insurance Registry could bring policies from different insurers into one place, making it easier to find forgotten…

Updated: September 3, 2026 21:25 IST

There will be no modification of the current underwriting requirements, eligibility requirements, age restrictions, sum assured limitations, and other rules pertaining to Rural Postal Life Insurance, the ministry has further clarified.

Rural Postal Life Insurance rule change: Who all can buy now?

RPLI insurance is available to all individuals, male or female, who live in rural regions and are typically Indian citizens…

August 24, 2026 20:30 IST

Global reinsurance glut pushes GIC Re’s 50:50 business mix goal further out

GIC Re delays its 50:50 domestic-international business mix goal due to soft global reinsurance markets and abundant capacity, targeting a…

Updated: August 17, 2026 20:28 IST

Govt taking steps to make insurance products more affordable? Here’s what Finance Ministry told Parliament

The government has outlined a multi-pronged strategy to make insurance more affordable and expand coverage across the country as part…

July 27, 2026 19:21 IST

Families with fewer than 6 members not automatically eligible for Ayushman card? Here’s what govt says

The government has clarified in Parliament that families with fewer than six members are not automatically ineligible for Ayushman Bharat.…

July 24, 2026 13:56 IST

For any customer buying term insurance, it is important to choose the insurer across multiple parameters that reflect both financial strength and customer experience.

Buying term insurance? Don’t rely on claim settlement ratio alone

While buying a term life insurance plan, looking at multiple ratios can help you make a more informed decision and…

July 23, 2026 20:00 IST

Standalone health insurers generally have a wider range of products specifically designed for older adults, often with higher entry ages and features such as chronic disease management or domiciliary care.

Can you buy health insurance after 70? Here’s who offers it and the fine print to watch

Before senior citizens make a decision, here’s what they need to know about buying health insurance after 70, which insurers…

Updated: July 20, 2026 17:06 IST

How Parametric Insurance Offers Speedier Relief During Climate Emergencies

Parametric Insurance: Handy payouts when rains wash out a hard day’s work

Parametric insurance is emerging as a rapid-payout alternative to traditional indemnity-based coverage as extreme weather events increase. By paying a…

July 17, 2026 20:33 IST

Your portfolio has changed over the years. Has your health insurance?

Your investment portfolio may have grown with every salary hike, but has your health insurance kept pace? Many people continue…

July 9, 2026 16:06 IST

‘Aiming to double GWP to Rs 5,000 crore in three years’: Alok Rungta, MD & CEO of Generali Central Life Insurance

Generali Central Life Insurance, backed by its new joint venture partnership with the Central Bank of India, plans to double…

July 4, 2026 01:26 IST

EDLI is a valuable social security benefit and provides an important financial cushion for families, particularly because employees receive the coverage automatically without paying any additional premiums.

EPFO insurance scheme explained: How EPF members can get life cover of up to Rs 7 lakh without paying extra?

EDLI is an excellent benefit, but comprehensive financial security generally requires a broader protection strategy beyond the statutory cover available…

June 11, 2026 15:17 IST

As per the regulator, the first insurer cannot force proportional sharing (contribution) of the claim.

Health insurance claim exceeds your sum insured? Here’s how to split it across multiple policies

In such a scenario, the policyholder can choose any one insurer to pay the claim first. If the bill is…

June 9, 2026 19:46 IST

India’s Non-Life Insurance Gross Premium Hits ₹3.36 Lakh Crore in FY26, Boosted by GST Cuts in Health Segment

Life insurers report weakest growth in over 8 months in May

Life insurers recorded 5% growth in new business premium in May, marking the slowest expansion in over eight months as…

June 9, 2026 18:31 IST

Life insurers see strongest growth in over two years

India’s life insurance industry recorded its strongest monthly growth in new business premium in over two years in April 2026,…

May 11, 2026 23:44 IST

Market correction offers Ulip investors chance to rebalance their portfolios based on risk appetite

Market volatility has increased interest in fund switching within Ulips, with investors reallocating towards large-cap, diversified equity and debt funds…

May 11, 2026 22:17 IST