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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 243 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 333 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 1542 Views 0 comment Print

What Is Cyber Insurance and How It Protects Your Business Online?

Finance : Cyber insurance helps cover financial losses from cyberattacks like hacking and data breaches. It is becoming essential as digital...

March 30, 2026 1062 Views 2 comments Print

Restoration of Sum Insured: Why it is Important When Choosing a Health Insurance Policy for Family

Finance : The restoration feature ensures that insurance coverage can be reinstated after a major claim, helping maintain protection for oth...

March 16, 2026 306 Views 0 comment Print


Latest News


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 261 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 7404 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 381 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 249 Views 0 comment Print

Adoption of Indian Accounting Standards w.e.f. 01.04.2026 for Insurers

Corporate Law : IRDAI is moving towards adopting Ind AS to standardize financial reporting across insurers. The framework aims to improve transpar...

April 1, 2026 285 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 186 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 327 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 237 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 2814 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 1452 Views 0 comment Print


Latest Notifications


IRDAI Delegates Enforcement Powers Under Insurance Act: Key Changes Explained

Corporate Law : IRDAI delegates Section 34 powers between Whole Time Members and Chairperson. The move aims to streamline enforcement actions and ...

April 18, 2026 42 Views 0 comment Print

IRDAI Fixes 4% Obligatory Cession for FY 2026–27 to Strengthen Domestic Reinsurance

Corporate Law : The notification addressed mandatory reinsurance cession for general insurance policies. It mandates 4% cession to GIC Re, ensurin...

April 17, 2026 96 Views 0 comment Print

IRDAI Information and Cyber Security Guidelines, 2026

Corporate Law : The issue was the need to address increasing cyber risks in the insurance sector. IRDAI introduced updated guidelines with enhance...

April 9, 2026 1200 Views 0 comment Print

IRDA Introduced Annual Fee Requirement for SLAs Due to Section 42D Amendment

Corporate Law : The circular shifts SLAs from a renewal-based licensing system to a registration regime with annual fees. This ensures continuity ...

April 9, 2026 168 Views 0 comment Print

IRDAI Forms Joint Expert Group to Address Ind AS Implementation Challenges

Corporate Law : IRDAI constituted a Joint Expert Group to tackle transition and implementation issues under Ind AS. The group will guide insurers ...

April 3, 2026 144 Views 0 comment Print


Aadhaar Authentication Approved for Two Insurance Firms

August 22, 2024 1578 Views 0 comment Print

The Indian government permits Go-Digit and Acko Life Insurance to perform Aadhaar-based authentication under the Money-laundering Act, ensuring privacy and security standards.

IRDAI Updates KYC Rules for Insurers as per PMLA guidelines

August 12, 2024 2424 Views 0 comment Print

IRDAI circular on 12th August 2024 updates KYC requirements for insurers, reflecting amendments in the Prevention of Money-Laundering Rules.

IRDAI Directs Life Insurers to Submit Data to IIBI by 30th September 2024

August 8, 2024 1119 Views 0 comment Print

IRDAI mandates life insurers to submit data for specified categories to IIBI by 30 Sep 2024. Annual submissions to continue from FY 2024-25.

IRDAI’s New Guidelines for Wayanad Landslide Insurance Claims

August 2, 2024 660 Views 0 comment Print

IRDAI directs insurers to expedite claims for Wayanad landslides, with specific guidelines for response, claim processing, and communication.

IRDAI imposes penalty on Care Health Insurance for ESOP Violation

July 23, 2024 876 Views 0 comment Print

Explore IRDAI’s order against Care Health Insurance Ltd. for ESOP violations. Detailed analysis of legal implications, penalties imposed, and compliance directives.

Endowment Plan vs. Term Insurance: Making the Right Choice

July 20, 2024 1146 Views 0 comment Print

When buying a life insurance policy, choosing one that aligns with your financial goals and provides the best protection for your family is important. With many options in India, you might wonder which is the right choice for you.

IRDAI Fines Bandhan Life Insurance ₹1 Crore for AML & Policyholder Protection Breaches

July 15, 2024 1584 Views 0 comment Print

Explore IRDAI’s final order on Aegon Life Insurance (now Bandhan Life) regarding violations of AML and policyholder protection regulations, penalties imposed, and corrective actions required.

IRDAI Penalizes Prowess Insurance Brokers for regulatory violations

July 12, 2024 1419 Views 0 comment Print

IRDAI issues a penalty of Rs. 37 lakhs to Prowess Insurance Brokers for regulatory violations. Read the full order details and implications.

5 Questions You Should Ask Your Insurance Advisor

July 9, 2024 1344 Views 0 comment Print

Discover the crucial questions you should ask your insurance advisor to ensure you get the right coverage. Learn more about policy details, premiums, claims, and policy adjustments.

Health and Life Insurance: How much coverage amount is necessary?

June 27, 2024 1425 Views 0 comment Print

Learn how to determine the right coverage for health and life insurance. Discover the best plans and tips for securing your family’s financial future.

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