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New series debut: WPI at 9.7% in May; energy costs drive surge; revamped index expands basket to 957 itemsIndia's wholesale inflation hit a record 9.7 percent in May. This surge was primarily fueled by rising energy costs. The new Wholesale Pric...- NSE Indices launch 11 new sectoral indices including Nifty Power and Nifty HospitalsNSE Indices has introduced 11 new sectoral benchmarks, taking its total sectoral index count to 34. The move aims to deepen sector-specific...
- WPI inflation surges to all-time high of 9.7% under new seriesIndia's wholesale inflation hit a record 9.7% in May. This marks the first reading under a new Wholesale Price Index series. Fuel and power...
- India's wholesale inflation at 9.68% in May under revamped series as Iran war-driven oil costs biteIndia’s wholesale inflation stood at 9.68% in May under a new series, with food and fuel prices remaining high amid ongoing US-Iran conflic...
- 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...
- 12 years of Modi government strengthened India's health sector through accessibility and digital innovation: Amit ShahIndia's health sector has seen historic changes in the last 12 years. Accessible, affordable, and quality healthcare is now a reality for c...
- Ebola anxiety puts a chill on Indian travellers' hot Africa summer plansIndian travellers are rethinking African holidays due to Ebola fears. Travel bookings for East and Central Africa are declining. Many are p...
- Proposed commission caps may drive consolidation in insurance distribution: Acko CEOAcko founder Varun Dua anticipates regulatory changes to insurance distributor commissions will drive consolidation and professionalization...
- India's healthcare transformed in 12 years under PM Modi: ReportIndia's healthcare sector has seen a major transformation over the last 12 years. Health insurance coverage has expanded significantly. Mat...
- 8th Pay Commission latest news: Railway pensioners' body demands one rank one pension, inflation-linked pension revisionRetired railway employees are urging the 8th Pay Commission to implement one rank one pension. They also demand a revision of basic pay and...
- Germany student health insurance guide: Eligibility, costs and coverageGermany mandates health insurance for all international students seeking university admission. Students can choose between public or privat...
- 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 ...
- PE wars to billion-dollar IPO dreams, hospital sector is fighting fitMajor private equity firms are vying for a stake in Cloudnine, a leading maternity and paediatric care chain. This intense competition high...
- India overhauls inflation framework with new Producer Price Index, revised WPIIndia is set to introduce a new Producer Price Index and a revamped Wholesale Price Index from June 15. This significant overhaul aims to a...
- India’s shipping services to East Hormuz and Red Sea doubled from FebruaryShipping routes East of Hormuz and in the Red Sea have seen a significant increase in services. The Indian government is also processing a ...
- Thailand travel may get costlier for foreign tourists. Here's whyThailand is reviewing its planned foreign tourist entry fee, potentially increasing it beyond 300 baht due to rising insurance and healthca...
- 90.6% hospital births, 96% plus vaccinations: NFHS-6 reflects India's "accelerated progress" in family health parametersIndia's National Family Health Survey-6 shows significant improvements in maternal and child health. Vaccinations and antenatal care have i...
- Govt to roll out social security schemes for gig workers; e-Shram integration deadline set for June 22The Indian government is set to provide social security benefits to gig and platform workers. These benefits will include accident insuranc...
- 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.
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