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Maternity cover in group health insurance plans: Why outdated limits leave employees paying more out of pocketOne of the biggest advantages of a group policy is the waiver of the maternity waiting period.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 ...
'Income Rs 1.7 lakh per month, savings just Rs 2,250': Couple say they are living paycheck to paycheck, mentally exhaustedA young Indian couple earning a combined ₹1.7 lakh monthly faces financial strain. High loan EMIs, including a ₹70,000 personal loan, leave...
The surprising thing women want in a man once they don't need his money anymoreA recent study published in Personality and Individual Differences examined how relationship power affects mate preferences. Researchers su...
The ticking price tag: What delaying parenthood really costs you financially and biologicallyA growing number of couples are choosing to delay parenthood in pursuit of career milestones, financial stability, and personal goals. But ...
Rs 1.55 lakh monthly income, but only Rs 5000 saved: CA explains the visibility vs spending gap that causes low savings anxietyA Bengaluru-based CA has sparked discussion after responding to a Reddit post of a 29-year-old earning ₹1.55 lakh per month but saving only...
From Rs 15,000 SIP to Rs 18,000 expenses: How much does it cost to raise a child in India? CA shares the financial breakdownChartered Accountant Paaras Gangwal revealed the significant financial commitment of raising a child in India, estimating initial birth cos...
Maternity insurance: 5 things to knowMaternity Insurance is a type of health insurance policy that offers coverage for all pregnancy-related expenses.
Delhi HC issues guidelines for medical examination of rape victims in cases where pregnancy exceeds 24 weeksImposing the responsibility of motherhood on a sexual assault victim would amount to denying her the human right to live with dignity, the ...
Happy Mothers Day! Financial planning is a must before you embark on motherhoodBegin investing in parenthood as soon as you get married. Starting financial planning after your marriage is vital. Financial planning help...
Planning to buy health insurance with maternity benefit? Here's what you should knowA health insurance policy with a maternity benefit covers the costs of maternity and health care of an expecting mother and her newborn. Ho...
Mother's day special: Financial planning is a must before you embark on motherhoodMotherhood is an expensive journey. A well-thought-out financial plan can help overcome challenges at every step. Get started this mother's...
Smart things to know about why health cover claims get rejectedThe health insurance policy is renewable provided you pay the premium within 15 days of expiry date after which it lapses.
International student travel insurance: Know what's covered & what's excludedHealth and accidental death or disability covers form the most critical components of an overseas students' insurance package.
Financial steps couples should take before starting a familyThe first step is to estimate the cost of raising a child. The estimate will depend on their income, savings and goals for the child.
With rising costs, it may pay to buy a separate maternity coverExperts advise one to be careful about riders like waiting period, sub-limits and restrictions on the number of child births or termination...
- What you should look for in a maternity cover
It is advisable for every woman to plan her maternity in advance and make it hassle-free with the aid of health insurance.
- When health claims can get rejected
Your health insurance policy will not pay for the treatment of all ailments. Here is a look at what it doesn't cover.
- Procedure for reimbursement claims for hospitalisation
ET gives a gist of the procedure typically followed by insurance companies or the third-party administrators associated with them and point...
- Assess costs before you go for higher health cover
You can buy a higher health cover to meet additional hospital expenses. But first find out if it’s worth the premium you’ll be paying.
- Giving birth becomes the latest job outsourced to India as commercial surrogacy takes off
Every night in this quiet western Indian city, 15 pregnant women prepare for sleep in the spacious house they share, ascending the stairs i...