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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


IRDAI Updates KYC Rules for Insurers as per PMLA guidelines

August 12, 2024 2781 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 1200 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 732 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 993 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 1215 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 1716 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 1584 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 1443 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 1509 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.

ITC Entitlement for Insurance Companies on Motor Vehicle Repair Expenses under Reimbursement Claims

June 26, 2024 2892 Views 0 comment Print

Clarification on ITC entitlement for insurance companies on motor vehicle repairs under reimbursement claim settlement as per CGST Circular No. 217/11/2024.

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