New EPFO rules mandate 3-day PF settlements, simplify withdrawalsGovernment revamps EPFO rules, mandating PF claim settlements within three days and imposing a 12% penal interest on officials for delays. ...
03 Jul, 2026, 12.54 AM IST
Applying for a Germany visa? Here are the documents you needPlanning a trip to Germany? Gather essential documents like a valid passport, visa form, accommodation proof, and travel insurance. Financi...
02 Jul, 2026, 05.08 PM IST
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
Prudential HCL Health Insurance gets IRDAI nodIndia's health insurance sector welcomes a new player as Prudential HCL Health Insurance receives regulatory approval. This joint venture, ...
02 Jul, 2026, 06.30 AM IST
Cigna invests $100 million in new AI-powered specialty pharmacy programCigna's Evernorth has unveiled Pharmacy Forward, an AI-driven specialty pharmacy program backed by a $100 million investment. This initiati...
01 Jul, 2026, 07.44 PM IST
Catch 'em before they fall: India's new climate safety netIndian cities face a dual threat of extreme heat and torrential monsoons, severely impacting informal workers. Traditional insurance and go...
30 Jun, 2026, 11.34 PM IST
Two general insurance licences approved since 100% FDI move by govt: Irdai chairman Ajay SethIndia's insurance regulator has greenlit two proposals for 100% foreign ownership in general insurance firms, following the government's FD...
30 Jun, 2026, 05.43 PM IST
Darjeeling tea industry seeks Centre's support amid deepening financial stressDarjeeling's famed tea industry is facing severe financial strain due to aging bushes, climate woes, and labor shortages, leading to a sign...
30 Jun, 2026, 01.47 PM IST
My wife and I declared diabetes in our health insurance policy. Will it cover new illnesses too?ET Wealth Reader's Query: My wife and I have had a floater health insurance policy for over four years. We declared diabetes as a pre-exist...
30 Jun, 2026, 01.00 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recover your moneyNearly Rs 8,974 crore in unclaimed insurance funds is lying with insurers due to missing nominees, outdated records, lost documents and lac...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
How to get a Germany EU Blue Card: Eligibility, salary criteria and application stepsGermany's EU Blue Card offers a prime route for skilled non-EU professionals to work and reside in the country. Meeting specific education,...
27 Jun, 2026, 03.39 PM IST
'It costs Rs 1.5 lakh a month just to exist': Indian-origin man asks if Rs 4.6 lakh is enough in BengaluruAn Indian-origin man's detailed monthly budget for relocating to North Bengaluru after 15 years in the US has sparked a lively Reddit discu...
27 Jun, 2026, 08.44 AM IST
Rs 15 lakh, Rs 20 lakh or Rs 25 lakh CTC? Check your exact TDS under new vs old tax regime for Tax Year 2026-27Understanding Tax Deducted at Source (TDS) on your salary is crucial. Employers calculate your annual tax liability based on declared incom...
25 Jun, 2026, 11.47 AM 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
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
Started investing in your 40s? You can still achieve your financial goals, but focus on these priorities firstAshish Mishra is currently focussing on two primary financial goals — his child’s education and an early retirement at 51. Here’s what the ...
22 Jun, 2026, 11.38 AM IST
UnitedHealth’s $3 billion AI push has bots calling doctorsThe largest US health insurer plans to invest $3 billion in AI over 2026 and 2027. UnitedHealth executives say they’re seeing a 2-to-1 retu...
21 Jun, 2026, 12.19 PM IST