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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 888 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


Surrender Value of An Insurance Policy

March 10, 2020 25941 Views 7 comments Print

Surrender of Insurance Policy means to cash of life insurance policy before benefits are due to be paid. The Surrender Value of an Insurance Policy is the amount given to the insured at a time, when he is unable to pay premium related to Insurance Policy. At a particular time, when insured is not able […]

Is Financial Planning Important for Millennials?

February 28, 2020 3280 Views 1 comment Print

Fast changing lifestyles, technological advancements and economic growth have shaped millennials’ views and traits which has also impacted their outlook on financial planning. One such trait is the need to indulge in the moment which motivates them to work hard and party even harder ensuring that they live their life to the fullest. Millennials are […]

Unless insured is duly informed, exclusionary clauses not applicable: SC

February 4, 2020 3090 Views 0 comment Print

In this case the Supreme Court of India in one of its judgements in a case involving Insurance Claim has held that unless the insured is duly informed, Exclusionary Clauses will not be applicable.

Guidelines on filing of Re-insurance arrangements with IRDAI

January 31, 2020 822 Views 0 comment Print

In case the insurer intends to adopt ART, non-traditional structured solutions, Financial Re-insurance, then it shall take prior approval of the Authority, as per provisions of Reg. 8 of the IRDAI (Re-insurance) Regulations, 2018;

How to file an insurance claim if your bike is stolen

January 28, 2020 5800 Views 0 comment Print

Learn how to file an insurance claim if your bike is stolen. Follow these steps to report the theft and get compensated for your loss.

Guidelines on Standard Individual Health Insurance Product

January 1, 2020 3117 Views 0 comment Print

The health insurance market is having a number of individual health insurance products. Each product has unique features and the insuring public may find it a challenge to choose an appropriate product. Therefore, with the following objectives, the Authority has decided to mandate all general and health insurers to offer the standard individual health insurance product:

Tax Benefits From LIC Life Insurance Plans (F.Y. 2019-20)

December 25, 2019 27765 Views 3 comments Print

This articles explains Income-Tax Rates For Assessment Year 2020-21, some important Income Tax benefits available under various plans of Life Insurance such as deduction under section 80C, Section 80D, section 80DD, etc. also explains Income tax exemption on Maturity/Death Claims proceeds under Section 10(10D).

FAQs- NRI Life Insurance

November 13, 2019 12495 Views 3 comments Print

Q.1 Who is an NRI? Ans. An Indian residing abroad is generally known as Non-Resident Indian (NRI). Non-Resident Indian (NRI) means a person resident outside India who is a citizen of India or is a person of Indian origin. NRI also includes the Person of Indian Origin (PIO). PIO is a person, who at any […]

How your Life Insurance can provide Tax Benefits to you

September 9, 2019 3621 Views 0 comment Print

Discover how life insurance can provide tax benefits and financial protection for your family. Learn more about the importance of life insurance policies.

The Pros of Offering Employee Health Care Benefits

September 9, 2019 1440 Views 0 comment Print

As a business owner, you have to make many decisions related to your business, from how to market your products to how to deal with your employees. One employee-related decision is what employee benefits you will offer, from paid overtime to health care benefits. While there are many ways of ensuring that your employees are […]

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