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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 1539 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 39 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


IRDAI (Protection of Policyholders’ Interests, Operations and Allied Matters of Insurers) Regulations, 2024

March 20, 2024 10167 Views 0 comment Print

Explore the latest IRDAI regulations of 2024 focusing on policyholder interests, operations, and insurer conduct. Understand the implications and how they safeguard policyholders rights.

IRDAI (Corporate Governance for Insurers) Regulations, 2024

March 20, 2024 3210 Views 0 comment Print

Explore the latest Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI) regulations on corporate governance for insurers in 2024.

IRDAI (Bima Sugam Insurance – Electronic Marketplace) Regulations, 2024

March 20, 2024 1713 Views 0 comment Print

Explore the latest Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI) notification on Bima Sugam – Insurance Electronic Marketplace Regulations 2024. Learn about objectives, definitions, establishment, governance, functions, and more.

IRDAI (Rural, Social Sector and Motor Third Party Obligations) Regulations, 2024

March 20, 2024 38343 Views 0 comment Print

Stay informed about the latest Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI) regulations for rural, social sector, and motor insurance obligations effective from April 1, 2024.

IRDAI (Actuarial, Finance and Investment Functions of Insurers) Regulations, 2024

March 20, 2024 7872 Views 0 comment Print

These regulations may be called the Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (Actuarial, Finance and Investment Functions of Insurers) Regulations, 2024.

IRDAI Notification 2024: De-notification of Insurance Tariffs

March 20, 2024 8625 Views 0 comment Print

Understand the implications of the recent IRDAI notification de-notifying various insurance tariffs in India. Learn how it affects insurers and consumers.

IRDAI (Insurance Products) Regulations, 2024

March 20, 2024 18075 Views 1 comment Print

Explore the latest Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI) regulations for insurance products in 2024. Learn about the key objectives, principles of product development, pricing, governance, and more.

IRDAI (Registration and Operations of Foreign Reinsurers Branches and Lloyd’s India) Regulations, 2024

March 20, 2024 3237 Views 0 comment Print

Learn about the Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of Indias latest regulations for foreign reinsurers branches and Lloyd’s India in 2024.

Landscape of General Insurance in India: Categories & Regulatory Structure

March 18, 2024 1182 Views 0 comment Print

Explore the landscape of general insurance in India, covering categories, regulatory structures, historical developments, legal framework, landmark judgments, and the role of the IRDAI.

Life Insurance for Different Life Stages: Adapting Coverage to Your Changing Needs

March 4, 2024 939 Views 0 comment Print

Life insurance is an important financial tool that provides protection and peace of mind at various stages of life. As individuals navigate through different life phases, their priorities, responsibilities, and financial needs evolve.

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