EPFO's new social security rules tighten claim timelines, mandate digital complianceNew social security schemes under the Code on Social Security are now in effect, prioritizing digital compliance and faster claim settlemen...
02 Jul, 2026, 12.41 PM IST
NCP (SP) leader Rohit Pawar launches stir over farm loan waiver, accuses Maharashtra government of betrayalNCP (SP) leader Rohit Pawar has initiated a farmers' protest in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, accusing the Maharashtra government of reneging ...
29 Jun, 2026, 12.22 PM IST
Insurance money left unclaimed? How to trace, verify and recover your moneyNearly Rs 8,974 crore in unclaimed insurance funds is lying with insurers due to missing nominees, outdated records, lost documents and lac...
29 Jun, 2026, 11.41 AM IST
Alera Group data breach settlement: Americans could get up to $3,500 in settlement payouts-know who’s eligible and the claim deadlineA significant data breach settlement from Alera Group Inc. offers thousands of Americans a chance for compensation, with a filing deadline ...
25 Jun, 2026, 07.39 PM IST
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
Health insurance: Overall claims experience needs improvement in India; delays, rejections are big pain points in reimbursement, says surveyPolicybazaar's latest Health Claims Experience Index reveals that while cashless claims are preferred, the overall process needs significan...
22 Jun, 2026, 11.25 AM IST
Govt readies farm safety net with banks, insurers as El Nino loomsThe government is enhancing financial safety nets for rural families. This initiative aims to cushion the impact of El Nino on farming. Eff...
18 Jun, 2026, 12.11 AM IST
Insurers face margin pressure amid rising competition, costs; rural protection gap persists: ReportIndian insurers are feeling the pinch from fierce price wars and increasing operational expenses. To thrive, they must manage capital wisel...
17 Jun, 2026, 11.39 PM IST
NSE to file IPO by this week? IFCI shares rally 8% to record high; LIC, SBI, other stocks rise up to 2%IFCI shares surged to a fresh 52-week high amid expectations that NSE could file its IPO papers this week. Investors cheered IFCI's indirec...
17 Jun, 2026, 03.54 PM IST
SC's ₹30,000 homemaker benchmark may lift accident compensation payoutsA Supreme Court ruling has assigned a notional monthly value of ₹30,000 to unpaid household work. This decision is expected to significantl...
17 Jun, 2026, 01.13 AM IST
Kiwi targets Rs 5,000 crore premium book with AI-led insurance modelA new general insurance company, Kiwi General Insurance, is set to launch in India. Backed by WestBridge Capital and Neelesh Garg, it plans...
08 Jun, 2026, 12.32 PM IST
Insurance CEOs’ pay now linked to claims and customer grievances: What it means for policyholdersInsurance CEOs’ remuneration will now partly depend on how well they treat policyholders, from settling claims to resolving complaints. A t...
08 Jun, 2026, 12.03 PM IST
The safe keepers: Inside India's booming locker economyIndia’s locker economy is booming amid rising gold prices and household wealth. While banks remain the preferred repository, private vault ...
07 Jun, 2026, 08.41 AM IST
Why Rs 1 crore term insurance cover in 2026 may not be enough for many familiesFamilies need more than ₹1 crore in term insurance. Rising expenses and loans mean a higher cover is essential. Experts suggest ₹1.5 crore ...
06 Jun, 2026, 03.38 PM IST
Health insurance company denies claim over father’s alleged alcohol history; son fights back and wins Rs 6 lakhA software engineer's father's health insurance claim was denied by HDFC ERGO due to an alleged alcohol history. The insurer repudiated the...
03 Jun, 2026, 12.22 PM IST
Should you buy OPD cover in health insurance? Over 40% of healthcare costs are paid out-of-pocket in IndiaOPD cover in health insurance addresses out-of-pocket expenses for doctor visits, diagnostics, and medicines without hospitalization. While...
02 Jun, 2026, 04.16 PM IST
Claim settlement and grievance redressal related performance will determine the incentives of top executives of insurance companies: IRDAIn a significant policyholder-centric move, IRDAI has linked insurance executive pay to customer-centric metrics like claim settlement and ...
26 May, 2026, 10.06 PM IST