Insurance regulator IRDAI plans overhaul of commission rules to curb mis-selling, sources sayIndia's insurance regulator is set to overhaul distributor commissions, proposing payments spread over a policy's life to curb mis-selling ...
03 Jul, 2026, 01.16 PM IST
Cashless health insurance claim rejected? You may still get your claim settled; here’s howCashless health insurance claims are often rejected due to documentation or procedural issues, not outright denial. Understanding the reaso...
03 Jul, 2026, 11.14 AM IST
A 50-year study of 1,037 children found that one childhood skill predicted who stayed healthier, wealthier, and happier as adultsA groundbreaking New Zealand study, now over 50 years old, reveals crucial links between early childhood self-control and adult well-being....
02 Jul, 2026, 05.02 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
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
A hearty porridge from Tamil Nadu can help you beat the heat, reduce blood sugarBeat the Indian summer heat with traditional, healthy beverages like Tamil Nadu's kambankoozh. This pearl millet porridge, a comfort food f...
29 Jun, 2026, 09.34 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recover your moneyNearly Rs 8,974 crore in unclaimed insurance funds is lying with insurers due to missing nominees, outdated records, lost documents and lac...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
JP Nadda to unveil healthcare programme for children up to three yearsUnder the programme, newborns will receive up to nine home visits during the first 42 days of life, while at-risk children will receive up ...
28 Jun, 2026, 10.07 PM IST
AI platform developed to support doctors, frontline workers with verified health intelligenceA Chennai-based epidemiologist has launched HIVE, an AI-powered platform designed to deliver verified, evidence-based healthcare intelligen...
27 Jun, 2026, 11.31 AM IST
Assam's public health system is among the finest in the country: Himanta Biswa SarmaAssam's public health system is now among the nation's best, with significant improvements in Maternal Mortality Ratio, now at 84, below th...
27 Jun, 2026, 09.33 AM IST
WHO seeks details from India over oxytocin-linked deaths; licences of manufacturer cancelledThe World Health Organisation (WHO) has sought details from the Indian government after reports linked oxytocin injections made by Jackson ...
26 Jun, 2026, 06.10 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
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
Delhivery unveils welfare scheme with Rs 15 lakh accident cover for gig workforceDelhivery has launched 'Abhyam', a comprehensive welfare program for its 1 lakh frontline workers. This initiative offers significant benef...
22 Jun, 2026, 06.46 PM 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
Maternity cover in group health insurance plans: Why outdated limits leave employees paying more out of pocketOne of the biggest advantages of a group policy is the waiver of the maternity waiting period. In individual policies, maternity typically ...
08 Jun, 2026, 11.58 AM IST