IRDAI proposes sweeping changes to insurance distribution: Commissions, costs, mis-selling rulesThe customer-centric proposals aim to increase transparency, cut distribution costs and reduce insurer expenses.
28 Sep, 2026, 01.29 PM IST
Cashless health insurance claims: What policyholders can do when hospitals and insurers clash over bills, approvals, and deductionsInflated bills, delayed approvals, arbitrary deductions. As hospitals and insurers trade charges, policyholders are left footing the bill. ...
28 Sep, 2026, 11.24 AM IST
Insurance mis-selling is arising because upfront commissions are too high: IRDAI chairman Ajay SethIRDAI chairman Ajay Seth said insurers should pass savings from lower commissions and operating costs to policyholders through lower premiu...
28 Sep, 2026, 05.30 AM IST
Insurance mis-selling is arising because upfront commissions are too high: Ajay Seth, Chairman, IRDAIThe benefit of cost efficiency should be passed on to customers. This entire exercise is intended to ensure that the public and policyholde...
28 Sep, 2026, 12.49 AM IST
Stones, eggs hurled at car of Mamata camp's TMC MLA Kunal Ghosh in BengalKunal Ghosh, a TMC MLA, faced an attack on his vehicle in Uttarpara while heading to a meeting. Protesters surrounded his car and hurled st...
26 Sep, 2026, 03.17 PM IST
Offered lower interest rates on home loans and car loans when you buy insurance? It may not always come cheap; here's how IRDAI proposes to change itNew proposals by IRDAI aim to reform loan-linked insurance offerings from banks and NBFCs, ensuring transparency for borrowers. Key changes...
25 Sep, 2026, 03.00 PM IST
You may soon buy motor insurance via Bima Sugam when buying a new car; dealers can't deny cashless repairs if IRDA proposals are implementedIRDAI's proposed reforms could revolutionize motor insurance purchases, making them more transparent and customer-friendly. With direct dig...
25 Sep, 2026, 02.49 PM IST
Missed declaring parents’ pre-existing conditions? Know if you should disclose them now or switch policiesNot disclosing your parents' medical conditions when buying health insurance can have serious repercussions, especially at the time of a cl...
25 Sep, 2026, 11.27 AM IST
IRDAI proposal hits insurance stocks; FSSAI vs ecomm giantsThe insurance regulator has proposed new limits on commissions as part of a wider overhaul. This and more in today’s ETtech Top 5.
24 Sep, 2026, 08.08 PM IST
Apple may pay iPhone users up to $95 - check if you qualify before the deadline and how to claim money from Apple’s $250 million Siri settlement explainedApple lawsuit claim: Apple’s $250 million Siri settlement is now accepting claims from eligible U.S. iPhone owners. Those who qualify could...
24 Sep, 2026, 12.33 AM IST
Karnataka forms SIT to crack down on insurance claim fraudsThe move follows an apex court order, which instructed state administrations to set up dedicated mechanisms to fast-track investigations in...
23 Sep, 2026, 08.43 PM IST
₹1 crore accidental death claim rejected over alleged income inflation; here’s why wife won against insurerAn insurer's attempt to deny a Rs 1 crore accidental death claim based on alleged income inflation backfired. The consumer commission ruled...
23 Sep, 2026, 11.49 AM IST
Man tries to commit insurance fraud by setting car ablaze, blames fire on accident; arrestedGondal Taluka police in Rajkot district have initiated proceedings against 26-year-old Deep Virdiya, who allegedly set his overturned car o...
23 Sep, 2026, 12.08 AM IST
EPFO fund withdrawal rules for illness: How much EPF can you withdraw for medical treatment?Eligible Employees' Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) members can withdraw up to 75% of their EPF balance for illness-related expenses aft...
22 Sep, 2026, 05.51 PM IST
Explore the small details that can make a used car easier to sellSelling a used car is not just about its age, mileage, or mechanical condition. Small details such as complete paperwork, service records, ...
22 Sep, 2026, 05.10 PM IST
Buying health insurance? You must check track record of claims and complaintsThe insurance advisory platform, Ditto Insurance, compares insurers on two key metrics: three-year average claim settlement ratio (by polic...
21 Sep, 2026, 06.30 AM IST
One man's EV coverage rose from $1,180 to $1,690 in four years — a roughly 43% increase. The hidden reasons premiums could be getting more expensive may have nothing to do with the batteryElectric vehicle insurance rates are increasing for many owners. This rise is often linked to general market trends, not just battery age. ...
19 Sep, 2026, 07.22 PM IST