Explainer: How Bima Sugam can be a game-changer for insurance Nearly three years after the idea was first proposed, the Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (Irdai) has taken… Updated: September 24, 2025 09:02 IST
Health and life insurance now tax-free: Know how much you save on premiums with zero GST Health and life insurance premiums no longer attract 18% GST, making policies cheaper. While policyholders will immediately benefit, experts warn… September 22, 2025 12:18 IST
Nil GST: Insurance gets 18% cheaper now, yet THESE policyholders won’t benefit – check if you are one of them From September 22, 2025, life and health insurance premiums will no longer attract 18% GST, making policies cheaper for millions.… Updated: September 22, 2025 08:00 IST
Go for rider to cover adventure sports Adventure sports like rafting, skiing, and scuba diving are often excluded from standard travel insurance. Adding a low-cost rider ensures… September 14, 2025 19:41 IST
Insurance surety bonds for NHAI contracts cross Rs 10,000 crore As India is poised to become the world’s third-largest construction market, the requirement of Bank Guarantees in the Indian Infrastructure… September 12, 2025 05:30 IST
56th GST Council Meeting: Life and health insurance premiums get full GST exemption, big relief for policyholders The move is also part of the broader GST rationalisation plan, under which the Council has tried to simplify the… September 3, 2025 23:33 IST
Lower GST without ITC may make insurance costlier: Insurers Industry leaders caution that without ITC, expenses subject to 18% GST—like office rentals and technology costs—would become stranded costs. Updated: August 19, 2025 10:36 IST
SBI Life launches ‘flexible’ term insurance with THESE unique features – Details inside SBI Life – Smart Shield Plus claims to offer “a flexible and scalable term insurance plan” that adapts seamlessly to… August 14, 2025 18:35 IST
Govt considering lower GST on LIC premium? Here’s what Finance Ministry says Minister of State in the Ministry of Finance Pankaj Choudhary said that any decision on GST rates on any goods… August 4, 2025 13:32 IST
5 common reasons why term insurance claims get denied Term insurance offers a vital financial safety net for your loved ones. But what happens if the claim gets rejected… July 14, 2025 17:33 IST
Insurance premium seems expensive? Smart ways to reduce expenses without losing cover Can’t afford your insurance premiums anymore? On Insurance Awareness Day, top industry experts share real-life examples and actionable strategies—like top-ups,… June 28, 2025 14:41 IST
Insurance Awareness Day: 1 hospital bill can ruin 61% of urban families in India – Hidden insurance crisis A new BajajCapital report released on Insurance Awareness Day reveals that 61% of insured urban Indian households could face financial… June 28, 2025 12:46 IST
How much term insurance should you take? Know 4 easy ways to decide the right coverage Wondering how much term insurance you really need? Learn what makes term plans different from other insurance types, why they… June 24, 2025 12:25 IST
Shriram Life targets 25% growth in retail new biz premium Shriram Life Insurance targets 25% growth in retail new business premiums for FY26, focusing on rural and middle-income segments. With… May 20, 2025 20:34 IST
Term Insurance: Demand for over Rs 1 crore policy coverage on the rise among self-employed The reason for term life insurance to grow within this segment is because of tax-savings benefits and the introduction of… April 14, 2025 18:43 IST
Less than 1% of health claims in India pertains to mental health: Report Less than 1% of total health insurance claims in India are for mental health treatment, despite the IRDAI’s 2018 mandate… March 26, 2025 15:11 IST
Best term insurance plans for self-employed individuals Term insurance plays the vital role of a safety net and ensures one’s loved ones are protected in the absence… March 26, 2025 11:50 IST
Financial risk looms as Indians underestimate life cover needs: Survey Indians believed they had coverage of 6.4 times their income, but the actual coverage averaged just 3.1 times, highlighting a… March 25, 2025 16:12 IST
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