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
Kerala’s healthcare gold rush: How private equity is reshaping hospitals and raising fears over costsPrivate equity funds are pouring hundreds of millions of dollars into Kerala’s healthcare sector, reshaping a system long dominated by inde...
24 May, 2026, 07.35 AM IST
US Stock Market: US health insurers post best quarterly performance since pandemic eraU.S. health insurers posted strong first-quarter earnings, easing concerns over rising medical costs and claims pressures. Major players be...
14 May, 2026, 10.06 AM IST
NPS Swasthya: A cushion, not fill-in, for health coverCan the NPS Swasthya scheme be an effective substitute for a comprehensive health insurance plan that covers hospitalisation and related ex...
06 May, 2026, 04.12 PM IST
Enduring wealth, lasting wellness. People in India are living longer. Are they also living well?India's rising life expectancy faces a longevity paradox, with increased years not always translating to good health, compounded by rising ...
06 May, 2026, 12.22 PM IST
ET Awards: Sitharaman flags AI threat and global risks, says reforms on the way to support India Inc growthFinance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman is preparing new reforms to ease business compliance. She believes strong domestic consumption will hel...
27 Apr, 2026, 02.15 PM IST
The rise of AI-first healthcare systems: Are we ready for the shift?Autonomous AI agents are now actively participating in care delivery, from diagnosis to follow-up. India is uniquely positioned to leverage...
24 Apr, 2026, 11.40 AM IST
Pick your own health cover: How custom plans work and their hidden downsidesA health plan consists of a base plan and riders or add-ons. Earlier, the base plan comprised fixed features that could not be changed, and...
20 Apr, 2026, 06.30 AM IST
Confused about which health insurance to buy? Here’s all you need from youth to retirementHere’s the protection you will require to keep pace with the changes in your age and life stages.
27 Oct, 2025, 05.24 PM IST
Does your health insurance policy cover cancer, stroke and other critical illnesses? Here’s what to check and what to doCritical illness insurance offers a vital financial safety net against the exorbitant costs of serious diseases like cancer, heart attack, ...
20 Oct, 2025, 05.17 PM IST
Debunking myths: The truth about critical illness insuranceThis article dispels common myths about critical illness insurance, clarifying that it covers specific serious conditions, not all illnesse...
18 Sep, 2024, 07.16 PM IST
Critical illness treatments are costly: Here's how to fund these and insure against themTreatment of critical illnesses can be prohibitively costly. Find out how you can cushion the blow.
26 Nov, 2018, 03.27 PM IST
Why you need critical illness insuranceDelhi, 26 May 2017 Life has a hectic pace, and as ambition and money take precedence we tend to neglect some of the more important things, ...
02 Jul, 2018, 10.40 AM IST
What to look for while buying a critical illness insurance planNot all critical illness insurance plans are the same. Read on to find out what all an individual must consider before buying one.
01 Nov, 2016, 09.57 AM IST
China to expand critical illness insuranceThe reimbursement ratio should reach at least 50 per cent this year and will increase gradually in future, according to the State Council.
23 Jul, 2015, 09.36 AM IST
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Under critical illness insurance policy, the insured individual receives the applicable sum assured under the policy in the event of being ...
06 Jun, 2012, 05.45 AM IST