Vedanta’s Ajay Goel joins Byju’s as CFOGoel, who has worked in senior positions in firms such as Daiageo and GE, is joining Byju’s at a time when the company is in the middle of ...
03 Apr, 2023, 11.26 PM IST
Byju's to adopt internal sales model amid allegations of mis-sellingThis model, the company said in a statement, will ensure more accurate customer identification, clearer communication and guard against mis...
16 Jan, 2023, 09.19 PM IST
Byju Raveendran summons | Won't spare edtech if guidelines have been violated: NCPCR chiefThe NCPCR has asked Byju Raveendran to appear in person before it on December 23 to respond to the allegations that malpractices had been c...
19 Dec, 2022, 08.06 AM IST
How to solve a problem called edtech? Decoding the fault in a blooming starIndia’s ed-tech industry, projected by India Brand Equity Foundation to be as big as USD4 billion by 2025, is one of the fastest growing ed...
16 Jul, 2022, 04.59 PM IST
Government airs concerns over complaints against edtech companiesComplaints against Byju’s and group entities were highlighted during a discussion, as the edtech leader caters to a large student base, peo...
15 Jul, 2022, 03.08 PM IST
Some states concerned about proposed e-commerce rules, fear negative impact on jobs, MSMEsA large number of foreign and domestic investors and other business entities, who have either invested in various e-commerce platforms or a...
27 Jun, 2021, 10.37 AM IST
We need to educate people about benefits of insurance: G Murlidhar, Kotak Mahindra Life Insurance"We are focusing on protection products, both in the group and individual segments. These accounts for 22% of our total premiums," says Mur...
30 Jul, 2018, 06.30 AM IST
Mutual funds are right for you, but beware of mis-sellingWe need to remember that good mutual fund products not necessarily need hard selling.
18 Dec, 2017, 10.17 AM IST
IRDAI asks corporate agents to maintain policy databaseIn order to stop mis-selling of insurance products by banks, the Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI) has asked ...
02 Oct, 2015, 03.06 AM IST
Sebi mulls checks on high upfront commissions to Mutual Fund agentsThe issue has already been raised by some fund houses on various forums including at the level of AMFI and with the regulator Sebi.
22 Dec, 2014, 08.27 PM IST
Five steps towards better bankingWhile RBI has cut rates by 25 bps, it has announced some measures, which, if implemented, could translate into a better banking experience.
13 May, 2013, 10.34 AM IST
- Strong consumer protection regulation in financial services need of the hour
Financial inclusion in india has proceeded at a brisk pace; strong consumer protection regulation in financial services is a crying need.
24 Feb, 2012, 03.44 AM IST
- Commission included in the price is the cause of mis-selling: D Swarup, FPSB
Entry and exit loads are not in the interest of investors as they inhibit choice and competition. All fees and charges should be clearly in...
23 May, 2011, 05.29 AM IST
Sebi vs economics, who will win?Sebi's recent regulation deprives MF distributor of any incentive to sell the product, and this is killing the industry. The mistake can an...
09 Sep, 2010, 05.19 AM IST
- RBI guidelines make training mandatory for recovery agents
It's back to school for loan recovery agents, who now need to complete a certificate course to comply with new guidelines introduced by the...
25 Apr, 2008, 02.50 AM IST
- IRDA tightens norms on sale of Ulips
The Insurance Regulatory Development Authority (IRDA) has taken the first step to crack the whip on agents misleading customers on unit-lin...
03 Sep, 2007, 12.00 AM IST
- Life gets tough for insurers
In an effort to bring about discipline among life advisors, the Insurance Regulatory & Development Authority (IRDA) has decided to revise t...
27 Jul, 2006, 12.42 AM IST