Finance : Individual and family floater health insurance plans provide different types of coverage and claim structures. The right choice de...
Corporate Law : The Supreme Court observed that conflicting judicial decisions on identical issues create legal uncertainty and erode public confi...
Finance : This guide explains why senior travellers should review travel insurance coverage, organise medical records, and plan ahead before...
Finance : Electric two-wheelers are becoming a more visible part of everyday mobility in India. As the EV market grows, riders are also begi...
Finance : Section 10(10D) provides exemption only when premium limits are within prescribed thresholds. If premiums exceed these limits, mat...
Corporate Law : IRDAI approved implementation of Ind AS for all insurers from 1 April 2026 with transitional arrangements and limited forbearance....
Corporate Law : The proposed PEPF framework seeks to improve insurance penetration through financial literacy, digital services, and awareness pro...
Corporate Law : IRDAI has proposed comprehensive amendments to insurance intermediary regulations to implement the SBSR Act, 2025. The proposals s...
Corporate Law : IRDAI's draft 2026 amendments overhaul actuarial governance, reporting, investment norms, and insurer compliance to align with the...
Corporate Law : IRDAI has released draft amendments simplifying the registration framework for foreign reinsurers and Lloyd's India while introduc...
Corporate Law : Supreme Court held that insurers impleaded as parties can raise all grounds, including quantum challenges. It remitted the case fo...
Income Tax : The SC upheld that reinsurance premiums paid to foreign entities are not taxable in India. It confirmed that absence of income acc...
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...
Corporate Law : SC affirmed a fire insurance claim after insurer attempted repudiation based on an arbitrary surveyor's report. Ruling held that o...
Corporate Law : Supreme Court rules pre-2015 life insurance policies were freely transferable, affirming High Court's decision against LIC's refus...
Corporate Law : IRDAI has extended transitional arrangements for annual fee payment and registration certificates until 31 August 2026 or notifica...
Corporate Law : IRDAI has constituted a Working Group to develop governance, oversight, and security frameworks for AI adoption in the insurance s...
Corporate Law : IRDAI has amended its earlier notification to prescribe a 4% obligatory cession and require the entire cession to be placed with G...
Corporate Law : IRDAI has cautioned that the entity's Certificate of Registration as an Insurance Marketing Firm has expired and remains unrenewed...
Corporate Law : The regulator held that agreements lacking clear fee provisions undermined contractual clarity and regulatory compliance. A penalt...
Selecting travel insurance requires assessing medical needs, age-specific coverage, and trip risks. Matching coverage to destination and travel purpose helps avoid costly surprises abroad.
IRDAI Circular dated 12 February 2026 clarifies insurers’ investments in AIFs with Excusal Rights under Section 27E of the Insurance Act, 1938. The circular introduces compliance conditions, documentation requirements, auditor certifications, and revised single AIF exposure limits covering direct and indirect exposure through Fund of Funds.
IRDAI has issued key clarifications allowing insurers to invest in AIFs using SEBI-compliant Excusal Rights, provided funds are not deployed overseas. The circular introduces strict documentation, audit, and certification safeguards under Section 27E.
IRDAI has issued updated guidelines for establishing and closing liaison offices in India by overseas insurers. The framework sets eligibility, reporting, and strict operational conditions.
Authorities confirmed that insurers have not increased premiums after the GST exemption and have fully passed on the tax relief. Continuous monitoring of new and renewal policies was undertaken to ensure consumer benefits are protected.
This explains why choosing between lump sum and monthly payouts is as important as coverage amount. The right structure helps families manage expenses and plan confidently after a loss.
The regulator held that cumulative shareholding changes crossing prescribed limits require prior approval. A warning was issued for non-compliance despite the lapse being termed unintentional.
The order appoints a new chairman and members drawn from senior insurance and regulatory backgrounds. The key takeaway is continuity and strengthened advisory oversight.
Explains why car insurance is mandatory in India, the penalties for non-compliance, ad how uninsured driving can expose owners to heavy financial liability
Long-term bike insurance allows riders to fix premiums for 2–5 years, avoiding annual IRDAI-regulated hikes. The key takeaway is stable pricing with uninterrupted protection and long-term savings.
