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A Senior Traveller’s Guide to Handling Medical Emergencies with Travel Insurance

Finance : This guide explains why senior travellers should review travel insurance coverage, organise medical records, and plan ahead before...

June 9, 2026 162 Views 0 comment Print

Electric Bike Insurance in India: How Coverage Conversation is Evolving With EV Market

Finance : Electric two-wheelers are becoming a more visible part of everyday mobility in India. As the EV market grows, riders are also begi...

May 1, 2026 453 Views 0 comment Print

Taxation of Life Insurance Policies Under Income‑tax Act

Finance : Section 10(10D) provides exemption only when premium limits are within prescribed thresholds. If premiums exceed these limits, mat...

April 17, 2026 729 Views 0 comment Print

Travel and Health Insurance: A Unified Approach to Safety Abroad

Finance : The article highlights the need for integrated travel and health insurance to manage both medical emergencies and trip disruptions...

April 7, 2026 492 Views 0 comment Print

Taxation of Life Insurance Policies under Income Tax Act, 1961

Income Tax : Even where premium limits are exceeded, death benefits continue to be fully exempt. This ensures protection for beneficiaries. The...

April 6, 2026 1959 Views 0 comment Print


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IRDAI Reviews Insurance Sector Growth, Approves Drafting of New Regulations Under SBSR Act, 2025

Corporate Law : IRDAI approved in-principle drafting and publication of new and amended regulations following the Sabka Bima, Sabki Raksha (Amendm...

May 15, 2026 450 Views 0 comment Print

IRDAI Forms Health Insurance Panel Due to Gaps in Coverage & Claims Experience

Corporate Law : IRDAI formed a sub-committee to review private health insurance and improve policyholder experience. The initiative focuses on exp...

April 8, 2026 420 Views 1 comment Print

IRDAI releases FY 2025-26 List of Domestic Systemically Important Insurers (D-Slls)

Corporate Law : The issue concerns identification of systemically important insurers. The regulator retained the same entities, emphasizing their ...

April 3, 2026 7815 Views 0 comment Print

IRDAI Mandates Compliance with Dark Pattern Guidelines for Insurers

Corporate Law : IRDAI directs insurers to follow anti-dark pattern guidelines and submit compliance reports. The move strengthens consumer protect...

April 3, 2026 834 Views 0 comment Print

Health Insurance Claim Rejections Valid if Based on Policy Conditions, Says Government

Corporate Law : The Government clarified that claim rejections are based on policy conditions like exclusions and OPD classification. IRDAI mandat...

April 1, 2026 453 Views 0 comment Print


Latest Judiciary


Insurance Company Can Contest Motor Accident Compensation Quantum When Impleaded as Party: SC

Corporate Law : Supreme Court held that insurers impleaded as parties can raise all grounds, including quantum challenges. It remitted the case fo...

April 10, 2026 369 Views 0 comment Print

SC: No TDS on Reinsurance Payments as Brokers Not PE; MAT Not Applicable to Insurance Companies

Income Tax : The SC upheld that reinsurance premiums paid to foreign entities are not taxable in India. It confirmed that absence of income acc...

April 10, 2026 738 Views 0 comment Print

No TDS on Reinsurance Payments; Insurance Companies Not Liable for MAT: Madras HC

Income Tax : The High Court held that reinsurance premiums paid to non-residents are not taxable in India and no TDS is required. It upheld Tri...

April 10, 2026 477 Views 0 comment Print

Fire Was Real, Excuses Weren’t – SC Flames Out Insurer’s Arbitrary Repudiation

Corporate Law : SC affirmed a fire insurance claim after insurer attempted repudiation based on an arbitrary surveyor's report. Ruling held that o...

October 31, 2025 2934 Views 0 comment Print

Supreme Court Upholds Life Insurance Policy Transferability

Corporate Law : Supreme Court rules pre-2015 life insurance policies were freely transferable, affirming High Court's decision against LIC's refus...

July 26, 2025 1650 Views 0 comment Print


Latest Notifications


IRDAI Fines Nissan Renault ₹1 Crore Over Distribution Fee Disclosure Lapses

Corporate Law : The regulator held that agreements lacking clear fee provisions undermined contractual clarity and regulatory compliance. A penalt...

May 27, 2026 858 Views 0 comment Print

IRDAI Revises KMP Remuneration Rules for Insurers and Disclosures

Corporate Law : IRDAI has directed insurers to disclose performance-linked remuneration details of Key Management Persons on their websites. The c...

May 25, 2026 1152 Views 0 comment Print

IRDAI Issues Warning for Shareholding Changes Without Prior Approval

Corporate Law : The case involved a broker implementing substantial shareholding changes without obtaining IRDAI's prior approval as required by r...

May 21, 2026 351 Views 0 comment Print

IBBI Cancels Insurance Regulator Surveyor Licence for Outsourcing Core Duties

Corporate Law : The Authority found that core survey functions were carried out by unlicensed personnel. It held that such outsourcing violated re...

April 30, 2026 447 Views 0 comment Print

IBBI Cancelled License Due to False Survey Records & Regulatory Violations

Corporate Law : The regulator cancelled a surveyor’s licence after finding false records, mismatched filings, and inaccurate disclosures. The ru...

April 30, 2026 2322 Views 0 comment Print


Reduction of Entry Age and Increase in Premium Amount in LIC

December 11, 2024 726 Views 0 comment Print

LIC adjusts entry age, minimum sum assured, and agent commissions. Government provides insights on these changes, addressing concerns over affordability and agent welfare.

A Comprehensive Guide to Best Term Insurance Plans for ₹2 Crore Coverage

December 11, 2024 1692 Views 0 comment Print

When it comes to insurance policies for your family’s finances, choosing the right term insurance is very essential. Although, today, there are many substitutes available in the Indian market, perhaps, you would be confused as to which is the most suitable for you. Which plan has the best set of benefits for ₹2 crore coverage and/or addition features for ₹2 crore coverage?

Overview of IRDAI (Registration, Capital Structure, Transfer of Shares and Amalgamation of Indian Insurance Companies) Regulations (2024): Critical Analysis

December 8, 2024 1776 Views 0 comment Print

IRDAI’s 2024 regulations simplify processes for registration, share transfers, and mergers of Indian insurance companies, aiming to boost industry growth.

Reasons for High Health Insurance Premiums in India

December 6, 2024 576 Views 0 comment Print

Govt. responds to concerns over high health insurance premiums, citing actuarial principles and IRDAI regulations to ensure fair pricing for policyholders.

Tax Benefits of Term Insurance Plans: A Complete Guide for FY 2024-25

November 16, 2024 2292 Views 0 comment Print

A term insurance plan is considered a valuable asset in an individual’s financial planning. It not only provides security to your loved ones but also offers the advantage of saving taxes that can reduce your taxable income significantly.

Comparative analysis of insurance fraud laws: investigating how different jurisdictions address insurance fraud and its enforcement

November 14, 2024 1212 Views 0 comment Print

Explore global insurance fraud laws, prevention methods, and IRDAI’s role in tackling fraud. Learn how jurisdictions address risk management and regulatory gaps.

IRDA (Insurance Advisory Committee) (Amendment) Regulations, 2024

November 8, 2024 1359 Views 0 comment Print

IRDAI revises regulations for the Insurance Advisory Committee, enhancing meeting flexibility and clarifying advisory roles. Public comments invited by 26 Nov 2024.

Draft IRDA (Re-Insurance Advisory Committee) (Amendment) Regulations, 2024

November 8, 2024 357 Views 0 comment Print

IRDAI proposes updates to re-insurance committee regulations, introducing flexibility in meetings and member resignation or removal criteria.

Draft IRDA (Meetings) (Amendment) Regulations, 2024

November 8, 2024 444 Views 0 comment Print

IRDAI proposes amendments to its meeting regulations to enhance clarity and efficiency, including changes to meeting frequency, notice periods, and roles.

Exposure draft – IRDAI (Regulatory Sandbox) (Amendment) Regulations, 2024

November 4, 2024 462 Views 0 comment Print

IRDAI drafts new regulatory sandbox amendments to encourage insurance sector innovation and streamline compliance. Public comments are invited until November 25, 2024.

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