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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 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 1146 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


Know the Facts Before You Buy a Term Life Insurance

August 5, 2019 1676 Views 0 comment Print

Here are some facts that everyone needs to consider before opting for a term life insurance.

Neglignce And Legal Liability In Insurance

July 29, 2019 5805 Views 0 comment Print

Understand negligence and legal liability in insurance. Learn about the risks businesses face and how they can lead to financial loss.

Unfair Business Practice by Insurance Companies

July 23, 2019 2094 Views 0 comment Print

The Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI) has put in place Integrated Grievance Management System (IGMS), which captures the complaints registered against all insurers. A statement showing the number of complaints received and attended to in the said system against both public and private general insurers during the last 3 years and the current year is given in Annexure.

What are the different types of car insurance coverages?

May 30, 2019 1704 Views 0 comment Print

As Indians, we have a knack for using protection shields whenever we bring home something new, for example a brand new car. We believe in safeguarding our car by using kitchen ingredients like lemons and chillies to ward off the evil eye. But this protection does not work unless you take the actual steps to […]

10 reasons which make health insurance must-have for everyone

May 15, 2019 7215 Views 1 comment Print

It is the fundamental right of every person to obtain at least the basic health amenities.  People should remember that they may be young and healthy but that does not make them invincible. A calamity can strike anyone at any given point of time. You need to be prepared to combat against any and every […]

7 Things In Life That Shouldn’t Need A Second Chance

May 9, 2019 3615 Views 0 comment Print

You live only once and life does not give you a second chance very often. To be truthful, there are a few things in life, which should not require a second chance. Here are a few instances when you have to put your best foot forward and make the first chance count. 1. Your happiness […]

Quick Guide to Understanding Life Insurance Types

May 1, 2019 1644 Views 0 comment Print

A comprehensive guide to understanding different types of life insurance plans and their purpose. Make an informed decision to protect your loved ones.

A Basic Guide On Two-Wheeler Insurance

March 20, 2019 3036 Views 0 comment Print

If you understand the nitty-gritty of bike insurance, then you not just save money but also take good care of your motor. For those who are new to the motor insurance concept, this article highlights the key elements related to it.

6 reasons why you need a term Insurance

January 28, 2019 1790 Views 3 comments Print

Section 80C of Income Tax Act, 1961 offers an exemption to the individuals for the premiums paid for term insurance up to INR 1.5 lakh annually. Further, the death benefits that are received by a nominee of the policyholder are also tax-free.

CPA Cover For Vehicle Owners Increased; What It Means For You?

December 19, 2018 20988 Views 0 comment Print

Understanding CPA in motor insurance: what it means, how it increases premiums, and the benefits of higher coverage for vehicle owners.

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