Goal protection matters: Why Waiver of Premium deserves more attentionFinancial plans often falter not due to lack of planning, but because they don't account for life's uncertainties. The Waiver of Premium fe...
29 May, 2026, 06.31 PM IST
India insurers seek doubling of tax-free limit for some products to boost inflows, sources sayIndian life insurers are asking the government to double the tax-free limit for insurance policies. This move aims to increase money flowin...
29 May, 2026, 01.09 PM IST
ICICI Bank to retain majority stake in ICICI Pru Life as Prudential buys 75% in Bharti LifeICICI Bank will maintain its majority stake in ICICI Prudential Life Insurance following its partner Prudential's acquisition of a controll...
18 May, 2026, 12.29 PM IST
Delhi govt to soon notify city logistics plan : CM Rekha GuptaDelhi is set to unveil a new city logistics plan aimed at boosting industrial investment. The national capital has achieved the highest 'Ex...
16 May, 2026, 01.54 PM IST
Zerodha’s Nithin Kamath flags ULIP, endowment traps; says health policies remain complexNithin Kamath highlights persistent personal finance blunders by Indians, particularly the continued uptake of ULIPs and endowment plans de...
09 May, 2026, 12.52 PM IST
Stock picks of the week: 5 stocks with consistent score improvement and upside potential of up to 27%In the coming quarters, two things will impact earnings: High crude oil prices and a weak rupee. A rising dollar puts pressure on the margi...
09 May, 2026, 05.23 AM IST
IRDAI misses to measure average sum assured per policyholder in its annual reportWhen IRDAI defines success as premium collected, and the industry maximises commissions by selling products that collect maximum premium pe...
04 May, 2026, 10.45 AM IST
Stock, mutual fund investing from Tier-2, 3 cities grows fast, but limited awareness, advisory gaps remain key concernsEven as individuals from Tier-2/3 cities and beyond are rapidly embracing the world of stocks and mutual funds, gaps in advisory and awaren...
04 May, 2026, 10.40 AM IST
Canara HSBC Life Insurance shares soar 10% as Q4 net profit rises 9% to Rs 35 croreCanara HSBC Life Insurance shares surged 10% after reporting a nearly 9% net profit increase to Rs 35 crore for Q4 FY26. The insurer saw a ...
29 Apr, 2026, 11.53 AM IST
Belgian insurer Ageas eyes India growth, explores acquisitions for expansionBelgium's Ageas Group is prioritizing India's growth, aiming to break into the top 10 insurers in both life and non-life segments. The comp...
25 Apr, 2026, 02.20 PM IST
SBI Life delivers on guidance, targets double-digit protection share in medium termSBI Life Insurance achieved its financial targets for FY26. The company is now prioritizing its protection business and agency channel. It ...
23 Apr, 2026, 05.44 PM IST
SBI Life Q4 Results: Profit falls marginally to Rs 805 crore; net premium income rises 16% YoYSBI Life Q4 results: SBI Life reported a marginal 1% decline in Q4 standalone profit to Rs 805 crore, despite a 16% YoY rise in net premium...
22 Apr, 2026, 04.10 PM IST
Ulips bought after Jan 2021 will be tax exempt only under these conditions: Govt issues rulesBudget 2021 had proposed to remove the tax-exempt status on the proceeds of ULIPs if the annual premium exceeded Rs 2.5 lakh. However, ther...
19 Jan, 2022, 07.31 PM IST
Five aspects to consider before buying a ULIPULIP is a hybrid investment product, that strives to meet both investment and insurance needs. The policy premium gets invested in differen...
27 Nov, 2021, 01.32 PM IST
ULIPs gain traction as preferred insurance schemes amid pandemic: SurveyThe ULIP insurance policies offer wealth creation alongside life cover. Part of the premium goes towards life cover and the rest goes towar...
02 Jul, 2021, 07.10 PM IST
What makes New Age ULIPs a smart investment option in the current volatile market?Unit-linked insurance plan or ULIPs are being recognized as one of the best investment options in the recent times.
14 May, 2018, 11.12 AM IST
Ulips vs mutual funds: Which will give you better returns?Unlike MFs, Ulips are not very widely tracked. Here are the best performing Ulip funds and a comparison with the returns of mutual fund cat...
07 May, 2018, 11.56 AM IST