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Pensiontech: How AI, blockchain and automation are redefining user experience
This article is authored by RK Rangan, chairman & president, Aptia Group India.
Published on May 02, 2025 01:49 PM IST
RK Rangan
People aged between 25 and 35 taking highest insurance claims: Report
The age group of 25-35 is taking the highest insurance policy claims, says a report by Policybazaar for Business (PBFB).
Published on Feb 20, 2025 03:19 PM IST
ANI |
LIC smart pension plan: Features, annuity options, eligibility, other details
LIC smart pension plan: LIC launched the LIC Smart Pension Plan (Plan No. 879) on February 18, 2025.
Published on Feb 19, 2025 02:58 PM IST
Lost luggage woes? Here’s how travel insurance can save you time and money
In case of lost or delayed luggage, notify the airline, gather documentation, and contact your insurer immediately.
Published on Feb 15, 2025 06:58 PM IST
ANI | | Posted by Akanksha Agnihotri, New Delhi
Nine big insurance companies submit IPO plans to IRDAI: Report
Though not mandatory, the IRDAI has been encouraging insurers to go public to improve corporate governance and raise funds.
Published on Feb 14, 2025 12:51 PM IST
HT News Desk | Edited by Abhyjith K. Ashokan
ULIP tax treatment ambiguity cleared in Budget 2025 | Details here
The latest clarification classifies ULIPs as capital assets, with proceeds taxed under ‘capital gains’ instead of ‘income from other sources’ like earlier
Published on Feb 04, 2025 12:34 PM IST
HT News Desk | Edited by Abhyjith K. Ashokan
Want fuel or FASTag? You may have to prove your ride's insured
the Union finance ministry recently proposed several various measures to expand third-party insurance
Published on Jan 27, 2025 04:56 PM IST
Doctors' body raises concern over swift action on Saif Ali Khan insurance claim
The Association of Medical Consultants raised concerns over the rapid approval of Saif Ali Khan's ₹25 lakh insurance claim.
Updated on Jan 30, 2025 07:06 PM IST
Tyler Perry blasts insurers for mass policy cancellations ahead of LA wildfires
Perry condemns insurance companies for dropping policies amid catastrophic LA wildfires, highlighting the plight of families left vulnerable.
Updated on Jan 13, 2025 05:57 AM IST
Aditi Srivastava
Norms for 2 accident relief schemes eased
The amendments notified last month, have laid down the process for how victims of environmental corporate disasters can claim monetary relief.
Updated on Jan 13, 2025 03:00 AM IST
Jayashree Nandi
GST Council postpones decision to cut tax on life and health insurance
18% GST will continue on premiums paid for policies with health insurance cover of over ₹5 lakh.
Published on Dec 21, 2024 01:47 PM IST
PTI |
Insurance, plane fuel might get cheaper as GST Council mulls lowering taxes
The 55th GST Council meeting is expected to decide on reducing tax rate on health and life insurance, as well as consider rate rejigs on 148 items
Published on Dec 21, 2024 01:16 PM IST
PTI |
48 crore sign up for ₹2 lakh accident insurance under PMSBY: Finance Ministry
The Finance Ministry announced that 48 crore people have enrolled in the Pradhan Mantri Suraksha Bima Yojana for accident insurance coverage
Published on Dec 15, 2024 11:14 AM IST
Luigi Mangione, CEO's suspected shooter, is heir to holiday resort empire
Luigi Mangione, suspected of killing UnitedHealthCare CEO Brian Thompson, hails from a wealthy Maryland family with a medical background.
Published on Dec 10, 2024 03:49 PM IST
Muskaan Sharma
Brian Thompson’s murder ‘linked’ to a 2010 book with anti-insurance sentiment?
Cryptic inscriptions found on shell casings at the scene. Suspect still at large as police investigate possible insurance industry motives.
Published on Dec 05, 2024 09:00 PM IST
Aditi Srivastava
Niva Bupa share price dips 3% after rising into the green on debut: IPO Details
Niva Bupa share price opened at a 6% premium over its upper IPO price band after its listing, following a subscription of 1.80 times for its ₹2,200 crore IPO
Published on Nov 14, 2024 10:51 AM IST
Cabinet approves ₹5 lakh health cover for senior citizens 70 and above
Cabinet on Wednesday approved to extend financial benefits under the Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana to all citizens aged 70 years and above.
Updated on Sep 12, 2024 04:48 AM IST
Rhythma Kaul, New Delhi
78% of India's delivery gig workers earn less than 2.5 lakh a year: Report
78% of 2,000 surveyed delivery gig workers under companies like Zomato, Swiggy, Uber, and Amazon, across 40 Indian cities earned under ₹2.5 lakh
Published on Aug 24, 2024 01:07 PM IST
HT News Desk | Edited by Abhyjith K. Ashokan
INDIA bloc leaders protest at Parliament gate against GST on insurance services
Opposition leaders pointed out that even Union transport minister Nitin Gadkari had written to finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman to reconsider the 18% tax on insurance services.
Published on Aug 06, 2024 08:04 PM IST
Nick Cannon's testicles to PC's smile: Wild world of celeb body part insurance
Nick Cannon, father of 12, insures his testicles for $10 million. While this might seem unusual, he's not the only celeb to insure a body part.
Published on Jul 08, 2024 01:45 PM IST
Aadrika Sominder
6 health insurance claim rule changes you should know
Cashless claims, claims from multiple insurers, lower waiting period, are some examples of new health insurance claim rules
Published on Jun 26, 2024 07:58 PM IST
HT News Desk | Edited by Abhyjith K. Ashokan
Insurers can't advertise ULIPs as investments & mislead customers: IRDAI
The insurance regulator cracks down on misleading advertising practices that make people misunderstand ULIPs as pure investment products.
Published on Jun 22, 2024 11:36 AM IST
Zurich insurance acquires 70% of Kotak insurance, will introduce new brand
This is the largest foreign investment in India's general insurance sector since the FDI limit in the insurance sector was raised from 49% to 74% in 2021.
Published on Jun 19, 2024 08:54 PM IST
Life insurance holders will now get higher payouts on early exit
Life insurers had earlier opposed the move stating that these products are not meant to ensure liquidity, but long-term goals.
Published on Jun 16, 2024 11:47 AM IST
HT News Desk | Edited by Abhyjith K. Ashokan
General insurance claims to get easier, more insurance products choices: IRDAI
The IRDAI reforms general insurance rules after reforming health insurance rules previously.
Published on Jun 12, 2024 06:20 PM IST
Important points to consider before designing your retirement financial plan
Retirement planning is not just about accumulating corpus. It is multidimensional and better to think about it holistically early in life.
Published on Jun 12, 2024 12:02 PM IST
Kalpakam Gopalakrishnan
Grace period rules changed for health insurance: Check new guidelines
The IRDAI has mandated insurers to provide coverage during the grace period for insurance premium payments
Published on Jun 01, 2024 05:28 PM IST
What is NHCX, Centre's initiative to centralize health insurance processing?
NHCX is to Introduce additional types of claims in insurance policies, such as covering OPD expenses and pharmacy bills, to broaden the insurance coverage.
Updated on May 24, 2024 02:13 PM IST
HT News Desk | Written by Lingamgunta Nirmitha Rao | Edited by Vaibhav Tiwari
Ludhiana: Mid-day meal workers dissatisfied with edu dept’s guidelines
Mid-day meal workers union’s district president Parveen Kumari expressing her dissatisfaction said, “These provisions are entirely vague and are of no help to us. Many of our workers already have Ayushman Bharat cards, what we need is insurance which is not being provided to us by the government.”
Published on Apr 17, 2024 10:57 PM IST
Akanksha Attri, Ludhiana
Dog, cat or other pet lover? HDFC ERGO launches new policy ahead of Pets Day
If you are a dog, cat or other pet owner, you should check out the benefits available under HDFC ERGO Paws n Claws insurance policy.
Updated on Apr 09, 2024 05:05 PM IST
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