HDFC Life reports 12 per cent premium growth in FY26, retail protection business rises 43 per centHDFC Life Insurance reported a robust 12% year-on-year growth in total premium for FY26, with its retail protection business soaring by 43%...
25 Jun, 2026, 03.46 PM IST
At White House, NATO'S Rutte tries to ease tensions with Trump over IranNATO chief Mark Rutte met with President Trump at the White House to ease tensions over the Iran war and U.S. troop withdrawal threats. Rut...
25 Jun, 2026, 09.36 AM IST
How much health insurance cover do you need? Here’s the ideal cover for ₹10 lakh, ₹20 lakh, ₹30 lakh, and ₹50 lakh annual income as per expertsSoaring medical costs, with surgery expenses up 250-300%, necessitate robust health insurance. Experts advise a minimum of Rs 10-15 lakh fo...
25 Jun, 2026, 06.30 AM IST
LIC CFO Sunil Agrawal resigns to pursue 'better prospects'Sunil Agrawal, the Chief Financial Officer of Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC), has resigned to explore new career opportunities. ...
24 Jun, 2026, 08.34 PM IST
The rejection that made Padma Shri winner R Madhavan a star: An unbelievable success storyR Madhavan, recently honored with the Padma Shri, once aspired to join the Indian Army. A dedicated NCC cadet, he trained with the British ...
24 Jun, 2026, 07.44 PM IST
Visiting Germany? Here's what you need to know about travel insuranceHeading to Germany? Schengen travel insurance is a must for visa applicants, requiring at least €30,000 medical coverage valid across all m...
24 Jun, 2026, 04.05 PM IST
India's GIC Re plans to reduce share of overseas property risk as climate losses riseIndian reinsurer GIC Re is strategically shifting its overseas business focus. Amidst escalating climate-related losses globally, the compa...
24 Jun, 2026, 02.58 PM IST
Studying in Germany? Here's when international students can skip statutory health insuranceInternational students in Germany can now apply for an exemption from mandatory statutory health insurance if they possess qualifying cover...
23 Jun, 2026, 12.38 PM IST
ET Graphics: The crown in 2025 goes to a royal whisky brandIn a significant shift, Royal Stag has claimed the title of the world's largest-selling whisky brand by volume, dethroning McDowell's after...
23 Jun, 2026, 01.01 AM IST
BJP's Punjab unit keeps Shiromani Akali Dal option openThe BJP is preparing to contest all 117 assembly seats in Punjab on its own, but signals suggest it has not fully closed the door on revivi...
23 Jun, 2026, 12.05 AM IST
Scanning cancer, up close & personal: A revolution is underway in cancer diagnosisA gene-based test called next-generation sequencing can identify precise mutations, which can then be treated with targeted therapies. Sinc...
22 Jun, 2026, 12.25 PM IST
Britain's King Charles to reveal personal tax bill: PalaceCharles began releasing his personal tax information when he was heir to the throne, but will become the first monarch to disclose it. "The...
22 Jun, 2026, 12.34 AM IST
Quote of the Day by Queen Elizabeth I: ‘Those who appear the most sanctified are…’Queen Elizabeth I, born in 1533, navigated a tumultuous early life before ascending the throne in 1558. Her reign ushered in the Elizabetha...
21 Jun, 2026, 11.37 AM IST
These large- mid- and small-cap stocks can give more than 25% return in 1 year, according to analystsAs the bulls attempt another serious comeback, the market again faces a familiar question: Are valuations still too high, or have they reac...
19 Jun, 2026, 11.50 AM IST
Quote of the day by Prince Philip: 'When a man opens a car door for his wife, it’s either...' Life lessons on true love, marriage, chivalry, romantic gestures and relationshipsQuote of the day by Prince Philip reminds people that small gestures matter in long-term relationships. The famous line uses humor to expla...
19 Jun, 2026, 01.20 AM IST
Time for long-term investors to look at them again? 9 NBFC stocks with upside potential of up to 22%The reason NBFC stocks reacted quickly to the easing of the US-Iran war risk is not difficult to understand. For a lender, macro relief tra...
18 Jun, 2026, 03.32 PM IST
Banks, fintechs join forces to fight money laundering, terror financing under new platformIndia's financial sector has launched a new platform called ARIFAC. This brings together banks, NBFCs, payment firms, insurers, and other e...
16 Jun, 2026, 11.17 PM IST