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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 159 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 486 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 7812 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 831 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 450 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 1143 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 345 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


Health Insurance Porting vs. Buying: Which Is Better for You? 

December 20, 2023 1359 Views 0 comment Print

In a world filled with health uncertainties, having a health insurance policy is not just a wise choice; it’s a necessity. The ongoing pandemic has heightened the awareness and penetration of health insurance in India.

Insurance claims relating to Cyclone Michaung and subsequent heavy rains/floods

December 18, 2023 663 Views 0 comment Print

IRDAI’s Circular on Cyclone Michaung claims, granting special dispensation to General Insurers. Increased limits for surveyors and assessors.

Draft IRDAI Regulations 2024: Foreign Reinsurers Branches & Lloyd’s India

December 13, 2023 1332 Views 0 comment Print

EXPOSURE DRAFT IRDAI (Registration and Operations of Foreign Reinsurers Branches & Lloyd’s India) Regulations, 2024 1. To meet the objective of the Authority to promote ease of doing business, the Regulation Review Committee (RRC) was formed with an intent of streamlining various regulations issued by the Authority. 2. The RRC has recommended unification of regulations, […]

Impact of DPDP Act, 2023 on Insurance: IRDAI Forms Task Force

November 24, 2023 1797 Views 0 comment Print

Explore the formation of a task force by IRDAI to analyze the implications of the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023 on the insurance sector. Learn about key members and the expected impact

How to Get the Best Bike Insurance Rates This Year

November 17, 2023 900 Views 0 comment Print

Riding a bike offers freedom, adventure, and the joy of exploration. However, safeguarding your biking experiences demands the right insurance coverage, particularly in the face of unforeseen accidents and setbacks.

Draft IRDAI (Expenses of Management, Including Commission, of Insurers) Regulations, 2023

November 14, 2023 1389 Views 0 comment Print

IRDAI’s Exposure Draft on Expenses of Management Regulations 2023, aiming to enhance insurers’ efficiency and optimize resources for policyholder benefits.

IRDAI penalised broker for Submission of Forged CA Certificate

November 10, 2023 1368 Views 0 comment Print

Explore the IRDAI order on Centcart Insurance Broking Services. Understand the violations, responses, and penalties imposed by the Insurance Regulatory Authority

Insurance Ombudsman (Amendment) Rules, 2023

November 9, 2023 3264 Views 0 comment Print

Explore the latest amendments to the Insurance Ombudsman Rules, 2017 by the Ministry of Finance. Changes in financial services institutions, resignation protocols, awards, and more.

Section 80D – All you need to know about deductions for medical & health insurance

November 8, 2023 5061 Views 1 comment Print

Health insurance is a key asset to invest in, to safeguard oneself from unexpected and hefty medical bills. However, if we look at the average household in India, a very small percentage of people have medical insurance policies.

Guidelines for Insurance Sector’s Participation in Account Aggregator Framework

November 3, 2023 1035 Views 0 comment Print

Get insights into IRDAI’s latest circular on insurance sector’s participation in Account Aggregator framework. Understand guidelines, regulations, and compliance details

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