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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


Dilemma of Tax Implications on Ceding of Reinsurance Commission

January 6, 2022 9768 Views 0 comment Print

To comply with the section 101A of Insurance Act, an insurance company must re-insure a specific proportion of the sum assured with another insurance company, commonly known as a “re-insurer”. A certain amount of re-insurance commission is kept by the insurer for this reason, which is termed as “Cession of Re-insurance Commission”. It is imperative to note that IRDAI’s […]

LIC IPO: Policyholders asked to update PAN

January 3, 2022 2112 Views 0 comment Print

In order to participate in any such public offering by LIC, policyholders will need to ensure that their PAN details are updated in the Corporation’s records. Further, subscribing to any public offering in India is only possible if you have a valid DEMAT account —accordingly, policyholders should ensure that they have an active DEMAT account in place.

Writ Jurisdiction of High Court against Repudiation of Life Insurance Claim

January 2, 2022 5811 Views 0 comment Print

Understanding the jurisdiction of the High Court in cases of repudiation of life insurance claims. Know your rights and legal options.

Which term insurance plan should I buy in India?

December 31, 2021 2823 Views 0 comment Print

It is how life insurance and life are interconnected. Owning life insurance is a mandate, and one should never underestimate it’s a necessity in life because catastrophes or unfortunate events don’t inform and arrive.

Some Facts Related to A ‘Cover Note or Interim Receipt’ Under Insurance

December 19, 2021 10128 Views 0 comment Print

Uncover the facts about Cover Note or Interim Receipt in insurance. Learn what it is and how it provides coverage during the proposal stage.

An Insurer cannot Repudiate a claim by citing Existing Medical Condition- SC

December 6, 2021 10302 Views 0 comment Print

On the disclosures made by the appellant with regard to his existing disease, namely diabetes mellitus II, the insurance company considered the same and issued the policy in question to the appellant. The respondent insurance company as a prudent insurer considered the details given by the appellant in the proposal form and issued the policy.

Doctrine of Uberrimae Fidei/Good Faith in a Contract of Insurance

December 1, 2021 14754 Views 0 comment Print

I was watching Amir Khan’s advertisement for Phone Pe on TV. The actor’s Motor Cycle was being destructed in a domino effect. Realizing the disaster in advance, the actor does not run to save his motorcycle but fills up form for insurance and makes payment through Phone Pe. The payment was so easy and fast […]

With multiple term insurance plans to choose from, something for every budget

November 11, 2021 1281 Views 0 comment Print

Term insurance plans can help you secure the financial future of your loved ones. If a working family member dies prematurely, his family can become dependent on others. Inflation, rising living costs, spending on children, debt, medicine, and severance pay are some of the financial obligations you have to meet. The contract period allows you to assume all of these obligations in your absence.

Concept of Deductible and Co-Payment under Insurance

November 10, 2021 7293 Views 0 comment Print

We have discussed on various occasions the importance of an insurance cover and its benefit to keep us financial viable in case of occurrence of any insured peril. Insurance is a valuable method of transfer and reduction of risk. We generally transfer our risks to the insurance companies on the basis of payment of a […]

Policy Wordings & A Funny Case of Insurance Fraud

November 3, 2021 2058 Views 0 comment Print

As we know that frauds are present in every sector, where money involved. The financial sector is more vulnerable for fraud than other sectors. The frauds generally happen for sake of financial gain by applying dubious methods by the fraudsters. Insurance industry is the most vulnerable for various types of fares by policyholders, intermediaries , […]

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