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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 1737 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 1050 Views 0 comment Print


Common mistakes by Companies while buying Marine Insurance

May 2, 2016 3943 Views 0 comment Print

Marine contracts are highly customizable and can easily be tailored to an individual’s specific marine situation with optional add-ons to cover damage caused during towing (both on and off-water), and so on. Basic policies cover any accidental damage that may occur as a result of a collision, sinking or vandalism. The contracts can be generally classified into 2 types:

How to buy the Right Health Insurance Plan

April 8, 2016 5905 Views 1 comment Print

In India, an average healthy family incurs about Rs. 50, 000 for their medical expenses while the expenditure goes even higher when someone in your family suffers from a critical illness. The increasing cost of health care and medical treatment in the country needs you to plan your healthcare expenses. Although the advancements of technology applications in the healthcare system have led to significantly improved procedures followed at the hospitals, you are recommended to opt for a premium health insurance plan for your family, including your parents, spouse, children, and self.

Young India dreaming big, but parents underprepared

February 23, 2016 2409 Views 0 comment Print

Sachin Tendulkar, who was also the master mentor of the initiative, said, Aviva and I have worked together on various initiatives that have helped identify the aspirations of Young India. I had an early start in my career due to the support of my family. India, today, is buzzing with many bright minds and I am very happy to partner personalities, who are renowned professionals in their respective fields, to enable these kids live their dreams.

Insurance Claim For Loss Of Stock

February 15, 2016 49813 Views 3 comments Print

DETERMINATION VALUE OF STOCK ON THE DATE OF DESTRUCTION: 1. From Stock Records 2. If stock records are destroyed, then prepare trading account on the date of destruction by taking previous years Gross Profit rate into account. Value of stock will be balancing figure in the trading account.

No Shortcuts to Financial Security: Time to experience power of 5

January 18, 2016 1109 Views 0 comment Print

Discover the importance of long-term planning for financial security. Learn why shortcuts won’t provide lasting solutions for your family’s well-being.

Second surveyor can not be appointed by Insurance Companies

January 4, 2011 4972 Views 0 comment Print

Upholding a district forum order, the Maharashtra State Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission recently dismissed an appeal filed by an insurance firm. The commission ruled against the Oriental Insurance Company after it appointed a second surveyor t

LIC's new premium crosses Rs 50,000 crore during Apr-Oct

November 28, 2010 396 Views 0 comment Print

The new premiums of country’s largest insurer Life Insurance Corporation (LIC) has breached the Rs 50,000-crore mark during April-October period this year, an increase of 66 per cent from the corresponding period last fiscal. In the first seven month

Finance Minister Directs all PSBs, FIs and Insurance Companies to Look into their Exposures to Various Companies Men

November 25, 2010 339 Views 0 comment Print

Finance Minister Directs all PSBs, FIs and Insurance Companies to Look into their Exposures to the Various Companies Mentioned by CBI : Carry Out an Independent Evaluation on the Asset Quality, Documentation and Compliance of Prudential Requirements;

PPN Scheme in Health Insurance

November 19, 2010 1029 Views 0 comment Print

The Cashless Medical Insurance is provided by the Public Sector General Insurance Companies (PSGICs) through Third Party Administrators (TPAs). However, the health insurance portfolio is characterized by mounting losses mainly because some of the hos

Fire insurance claim for CIGAR

October 2, 2010 900 Views 0 comment Print

Mr. Satodiya Extractor Purchased a box of very rare and expensive cigars then insured them against, among other things, fire. Within a month, having smoked his entire stockpile of these great cigars and without yet having even one month complete Mr.

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