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What to Know before You Buy Health Insurance for Yourself or Your Family 

Finance : Individual and family floater health insurance plans provide different types of coverage and claim structures. The right choice de...

July 4, 2026 309 Views 0 comment Print

Supreme Court Call for Consistency in Justice Delivery System

Corporate Law : The Supreme Court observed that conflicting judicial decisions on identical issues create legal uncertainty and erode public confi...

June 24, 2026 444 Views 0 comment Print

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 357 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 504 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 882 Views 0 comment Print


Latest News


IRDAI Approves Ind AS Implementation as Insurance Sector Transitions to Global Accounting Standards

Corporate Law : IRDAI approved implementation of Ind AS for all insurers from 1 April 2026 with transitional arrangements and limited forbearance....

July 1, 2026 309 Views 0 comment Print

IRDAI Plans Dedicated Policyholder Protection Fund to Enhance Insurance Inclusion

Corporate Law : The proposed PEPF framework seeks to improve insurance penetration through financial literacy, digital services, and awareness pro...

June 24, 2026 381 Views 0 comment Print

IRDAI Proposes Insurance Intermediary Reforms to Align with SBSR Act 2025

Corporate Law : IRDAI has proposed comprehensive amendments to insurance intermediary regulations to implement the SBSR Act, 2025. The proposals s...

June 22, 2026 810 Views 0 comment Print

IRDAI Proposes Major Actuarial Rule Changes to Align with Insurance Law Amendments

Corporate Law : IRDAI's draft 2026 amendments overhaul actuarial governance, reporting, investment norms, and insurer compliance to align with the...

June 20, 2026 549 Views 0 comment Print

IRDAI Invites Comments on Reinsurance Regulation Changes to Simplify Registration

Corporate Law : IRDAI has released draft amendments simplifying the registration framework for foreign reinsurers and Lloyd's India while introduc...

June 20, 2026 324 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 432 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 861 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 558 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 2970 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 1740 Views 0 comment Print


Latest Notifications


IRDAI Extends Transitional Arrangements Until 31st August 2026

Corporate Law : IRDAI has extended transitional arrangements for annual fee payment and registration certificates until 31 August 2026 or notifica...

July 3, 2026 414 Views 0 comment Print

IRDAI Forms AI Working Group to Strengthen Governance in Insurance Sector

Corporate Law : IRDAI has constituted a Working Group to develop governance, oversight, and security frameworks for AI adoption in the insurance s...

June 17, 2026 447 Views 0 comment Print

IRDAI Revises Obligatory Cession Rules to Mandate 4% Reinsurance with GIC Re

Corporate Law : IRDAI has amended its earlier notification to prescribe a 4% obligatory cession and require the entire cession to be placed with G...

June 15, 2026 156 Views 0 comment Print

IRDAI Cautions Public Against Dealing with Stareureka Insurance Company

Corporate Law : IRDAI has cautioned that the entity's Certificate of Registration as an Insurance Marketing Firm has expired and remains unrenewed...

June 12, 2026 420 Views 0 comment Print

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 1053 Views 0 comment Print


Monitoring Requirements for Insurers’ Investments in AIF

June 28, 2023 1431 Views 0 comment Print

IRDAI has issued a circular outlining monitoring requirements for insurers’ investments in Alternative Investment Funds (AIF). Insurers are required to adhere to certain guidelines including quarterly declaration of AIF Net Asset Values (NAVs), approval for rollovers, and submission of quarterly returns.

IRDAI Directs Life Insurers to Comply with Surrogacy and ART Acts for Insurance Coverage

June 26, 2023 1176 Views 0 comment Print

IRDAI has issued a circular directing all life insurers to comply with Surrogacy Act, 2021, and ART Act, 2021. Circular emphasizes the need for suitable insurance products that provide coverage for medical expenses and specified loss or damage incurred during the processes of surrogacy and oocyte retrieval.

IRDAI Expands ‘Use and File’ Procedure for Life Insurance Products

June 20, 2023 1836 Views 0 comment Print

IRDAI has issued a circular, expanding the scope of Use and File procedure for life insurance products. This article provides an analysis of the modifications made in the circular and their implications for the insurance industry.

All about Term Insurance

June 15, 2023 1896 Views 0 comment Print

In a world where your financial security matters, imagine having a product that can provide for your loved ones even when you’re no longer around. That’s where term insurance comes into play. It acts as a financial replica of yourself, ensuring that your family is protected in the event of your passing.

Revamping Insurance Regulations: IRDAI Repeals Redundant Circulars

June 14, 2023 4533 Views 0 comment Print

Stay updated with IRDAI’s latest regulatory overhaul as they repeal various redundant circulars to enhance clarity and reduce compliance complexity for insurance intermediaries and insurers

IRDAI Guidelines for Reporting Cyber Security Incidents by Regulated Entities

June 13, 2023 2664 Views 0 comment Print

Understand latest directive from IRDAI regarding prompt and accurate reporting of cyber security incidents by regulated entities in insurance sector.

The role of insurance companies in personal injury claims: A statistical analysis of settlement amounts and outcomes 

June 13, 2023 768 Views 0 comment Print

If you got injured in a car accident, you might be thinking of filing a personal injury claim to seek compensation for your economic and noneconomic damages. One of the major components of personal injury claims is dealing with insurance companies, who will try their best to minimize their payout.

IRDAI transfers business of Sahara India Life Insurance to SBI Life Insurance

June 2, 2023 1317 Views 0 comment Print

IRDAI has issued an order on June 2, 2023, to transfer the life insurance business of Sahara India Life Insurance Co. Ltd. (SILIC) to SBI Life Insurance Co. Ltd. This decision was made due to concerns regarding SILIC’s governance system and its impact on policyholders and the insurance sector. SILIC had been non-compliant with previous […]

IRDAI cautioned Acko Insurance to Comply advertisement guideline

May 22, 2023 1311 Views 0 comment Print

Insurer is cautioned to exercise care and diligence in releasing advertisements and not to quote features/benefits that are applicable under extreme/exceptional scenarios. Insurer is further directed to strictly comply in letter and spirit with the relevant IRDAI (Insurance Advertisements and Disclosure) Regulations

Prominent Investment Avenues that cannot be ignored !

May 20, 2023 1302 Views 0 comment Print

Explore often overlooked but crucial investment avenues for financial planning, including NPS, fixed-income options, and the importance of term insurance for a secure future.

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