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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...- 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...
- Father’s Day 2026: How fathers can build financial independence and generational wealth through mutual fundsFathers can build financial independence and generational wealth through strategic mutual fund investments, experts advise. Starting early,...
- The old health insurance model sees hospitalisation as an inconvenience, says Narayana Health's Viren Prasad Shetty; bets on managed care modelIt has been close to two years since Narayana Health’s wholly owned subsidiary, Narayana Health Insurance—which has adopted a ‘managed heal...
- The hidden cost of looking better: What health insurance covers, and what it leaves you to payRising demand for weight-loss drugs, cosmetic procedures and wellness treatments is creating a growing out-of-pocket healthcare expense cat...
- Dream vacation turns into nightmare: Traveller spends days in coma, then slapped with $147,000 medical bill after more than a yearAn Ontario man's dream Mexico vacation became a $147,000 medical nightmare after a severe illness, seizures, and coma. His travel insurance...
- Maternity cover in group health insurance plans: Why outdated limits leave employees paying more out of pocketOne of the biggest advantages of a group policy is the waiver of the maternity waiting period.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 ...
- 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...
- 2-hour hospitalisation: What health insurance policies really cover and what they excludeNew health plans cover treatments requiring two hours of hospitalisation, but exclusions remain critical.
- 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...
- Competition watchdog flags treatment pricing issues at private hospitals in Delhi-NCRThe Competition Commission of India observed that patients in Delhi-NCR super-speciality hospitals often depend on in-house services, creat...
- Are you ready for your retirement? 76% Indians are not ready; check other details of surveyA survey by 1 Finance Magazine reveals a significant gap in retirement preparedness among Indians aged 40-60. Nearly 76% lack detailed plan...
- Less than 24 hours in Hospital? Know about health insurance coverage for day care treatments, surgeries, and emergency proceduresMany policyholders believe health insurance claims require a 24-hour hospital stay. However, modern policies cover numerous treatments comp...
- Insurers resist as customer comfort weighs on exec payIndian insurers are opposing new rules for executive pay. The regulator wants to link compensation to customer service, not just profits. I...
- Best ways to find the right health insurance policy: A comparison of ICICI Lombard, HDFC Ergo, Care, Niva Bupa, Tata AIG policiesChoosing a health insurance policy involves more than just premium cost. This comparison of leading Indian insurers highlights key features...
- Ayushman Bharat scheme for West Bengal: Who is eligible for AB-PMJAY and how you can applyWest Bengal is bringing back the Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana. This scheme provides cashless health insurance of up to ...
- Missed insurance claim submission deadline? Don't worry, you are still eligible for reimbursement. Here's whyA Bombay High Court ruling favored policyholders, stating insurers cannot reject claims solely for delayed document submission beyond the 9...
- Bundled vs standalone travel insurance: Which works best for your trip? Comparing costs, coverage, and claimsSince both serve specific purposes and needs, pick the one that suits your travel itinerary and circumstances
- 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...
- Out-of-pocket costs still dominate hospitalisation spend despite wider insurance coverage: NSO surveyHealth insurance coverage has grown significantly in India. However, patients continue to pay most hospitalisation bills themselves. Rural ...
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