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Five things to consider before buying a health insurance

Health Mar 09, 2019

Medical emergencies come unannounced and bring with them a long-list of expenses which owing to lack of adequate planning often leads to financial distress for the patient & their family. Having a comprehensive Health Insurance helps in managing such situations and one must foresee the...

What Is Universal Basic Income?

Eco/Invest/Demography Jan 30, 2019

Many governments pay pensions to elderly people, or unemployment benefits to those who lose their jobs, or child benefits to families. Cash transfers to households are common in most countries. What is a universal basic income, and how is it different from these programs? Universal...

Why many Americans will never be able to retire

Eco/Invest/Demography, Life, Pension Jan 25, 2019

Traditionally, Americans could look forward to a comfortable retirement. After four decades in an office or a factory, sometime in their 60s they would lay down their burdens and enjoy a final couple of decades with time to relax, spend time with family and friends,...

India poised to become third-largest consumer market: WEF

Blog Jan 09, 2019

India is poised to become the third-largest consumer market behind only the US and China; and consumer spending in India is expected to grow from USD 1.5 trillion at present to nearly USD 6 trillion by 2030, a World Economic Forum report said on Wednesday. ...

Robots haven’t eliminated many jobs – so far: World Bank

Risk Management, Technology, Trends, Facts Jan 04, 2019

Robots Haven’t Eliminated Many Jobs – So Far: World BankThe rise of automation has so far had a negligible impact on jobs at a global scale, the World Bank chief economist said, despite common gloomy predictions that humans are set to be replaced by machines. ...

Competition in Artificial Intelligence Is like new space race: Viewpoint

Technology Jan 02, 2019

It’s been another year of relentless artificial-intelligence hype and incremental AI achievement. Machines still beat humans only in carefully constructed environments or at narrow tasks. The good news is that, as the technology progresses, the race for leadership is still wide open, and even Europe,...

High debt isn't driving Indian farmers to suicide

Eco/Invest/Demography Dec 24, 2018

It’s election season in India and the money is flowing. Governments in many states have begun waiving tens of millions of dollars’ worth of loans to poor farmers in an effort to buy their loyalty. The argument – widely accepted by politicians and journalists, the...

New auto policy, FAME II to drive India's clean mobility push in 2019

Climate, Environment, Renewable Energy, Eco/Invest/Demography, Non-Life Dec 24, 2018

NEW DELHI: With 'clean' being seen as the way ahead, the automobile sector appears all set to ride this bandwagon and the government is keen to give its push in 2019 with a new National Auto Policy and an ambitious 'FAME II' scheme to leapfrog...

Dhirendra Mahyavanshi, Co-Founder, Turtlemint

Life insurance vs Health insurance

Health, Life Dec 16, 2018

Individuals who understand the importance of insurance know that a health insurance policy and a life insurance policy are the most important requirements in an individual’s financial portfolio. However, many individuals perceive health and life insurance plans to be synonymous. They believe that if they...

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Airtel Payments Bank ties up with Bharti AXA General for 2-wheeler insurance

Airtel Payments Bank announced the launch of an attractive two wheeler insurance productin association with Bharti AXA General Insurance.

The insurance is currently available on MyAirtel app and at over 40,000 Airtel Payments Bank - banking points, with presence even in rural India,

Customerswithout an Airtel Payments Bank account may also avail this policy.

Apr 17 '

Cholamandalam MS General Insurance receives ISO certificate

Cholamandalam MS General Insurance Company has been certified with ISO 31000:2018 by TUV India for applying a risk management system inline with the standard.

ISO 31000:2018 is an international risk management standard. The standard provides guidelines, principles, framework, and a process for managing risk.

S S Gopalarathnam, Managing Director of Chola MS said, “This will further strengthen our efforts towards building a robust organization .”

Jonathan Pipe appointed as CEO of Anviti Insurance Brokers

Anviti Insurance Brokers Private Limited, promoted by N R Narayana Murthy's Catamaran Ventures, has appointment of Jonathan Pipe as its new chief executive Officer, effective immediately.
Pipe has 15 years of experience working with Aon in London, Hong Kong, and most recently, leading Aon’s speciality business in Indonesia.
Pipe said, “We will build upon the current foundations of Anviti in partnering with current and future clients to support and develop their risk management strategy through changing times.”

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ArgoGlobal appoints Donegan as head Europe, ME and Asia ops

ArgoGlobal, the Lloyd’s insurer and member of Argo Group, today announced the appointment of Helen Donegan as head of operations – Europe, Middle East and Asia, effective April 1. Donegan will report to Dominic Kirby, managing director, ArgoGlobal.

Ed appoints Abhishek to focus Credit, Political Risks and Surety Solutions

Ed, the global reinsurance, wholesale and specialty broker, on Monday announced the appointment of Abhishek Chhajer as head of credit, political risks and surety solutions, Asia Pacific. Based in Singapore,

He takes up his role on 1st April. He will report to Stephen Britten CEO of Asia Pacific and will be based in Singapore.

Mar 27

IFFCO Tokio's forges partnership with ESAF Small Finance Bank

IFFCO Tokio General Insurance Company,has entered into a strategic partnership with Kerala-based ESAF Small Finance Bank (ESAF SFB), a Scheduled Bank.

The partnership will enable several customers of ESAF SFB to enjoy the benefits of the organized financial protection products for their assets and health.

Mar 21

New insurance aggregator platform launched

Serial entrepreneurs Mallesh Reddy and Vijay Krishnamurthy, announced the launch of their new venture, Insuremile, an insurance aggregator platform.

Insuremile has already partnered with 24 leading insurance companies and has on offer more than 200 products across general and life insurance.

The company is targeting a cumulative premium of Rs 800 crores from over one million policies in the next five years.

Mar 19

Max Life partners with Royal Challengers Bangalore

Max Life Insurance on Tuesday announced its partnership with Royal Challengers Bangalore for the upcoming T20 season. As a part of the partnership, Max Life Insurance will be the official life insurance partner of the Bengaluru team for T20 League.

Prashant Tripathy, Managing Director & CEO, Max Life Insurance said,``As life insurance partners of the team, we hope to increase awareness around protection with the youth and drive the message to build a more protected nation.The recent India Protection Quotient survey conducted by with Kantar IMRB across India has revealed that only 17% of youth own term insurance, which is one of the cheapest forms of life insurance.”

Mar 13

Rahul Bajaj resigns as Bajaj Finserv Chairman
Bajaj Finserv on Wednesday said its Chairman and Non-Executive Director Rahul Bajaj has resigned and will take over as the Chairman Emeritus from May.

"The board of directors has appointed Nanoo Pamnani as Independent Non-Executive Chairman of the company in place of Rahul Bajaj, with effect from May 17, 2019," it said.

The company has also approved reappointment of independent directors D J Balaji Rao, Nanoo Pamnani and Gita Piramal for a second term of five years.

Mar 12

India bans flying of flying Boeing 737 MAX

India has joined the UK, Germany and France on Tuesday in ban on flying the Boeing 737 MAX, one of which operated by Ethiopian Airlines crashed Sunday killing all 157 people on board.

China, Indonesia, Ethiopia, Australia and Brazil had announced bans on Monday, a day after the crash, taking the total number of countries restricting flights by this aircraft type to 16.

“(Industry regulator) DGCA has taken the decision to ground the Boeing 737-MAX planes immediately. These planes will be grounded (until) appropriate modifications and safety measures are undertaken to ensure their safe operations. As always, passenger safety remains our top priority. We continue to consult closely with regulators around the world, airlines, and aircraft manufacturers to ensure passenger safety,” the aviation ministry tweeted late evening.

Grounding of 12 such aircraft operated by the local carriers could disrupt the operations and increase domestic fares that are already high due to flight cancellations by Jet Airways and IndiGo.

Mar 08

UBI signs bancassurance deal with HDFC Life Insurance

United Bank of India, having presence in rural and semi-urban areas with over 2,000 branches and offices, has signed a bancassurance deal with HDFC Life Insurance Company, which was chosen out of 18 private Life insurers.

Through this partnership United Bank of India’s customers will be able to take advantage of HDFC Life’s expertise in life Insurance products, distribution and customer service.

VibhaPadalkar, managing director & CEO, HDFC Life said,“ We are delighted that we emerged as the preferred partner for United Bank of India, our third PSU Bank tie up this year.’’

Lockton's new APAC appointment

Lockton has hired Philip Corrigan to the role of Regional Chief Operations Officer as it looks to expand its business and expertise across the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region.

In his new role as Regional COO of Lockton in Asia, Corrigan will work alongside teams in the region to assist in the growth of Lockton Asia’s geographic footprint. The insurance brokerage will continue to build its presence in China, Hong Kong, Singapore, South Korea and Thailand.

Furthermore, Lockton will continue to invest in specialty which will assist all the operations as well as its associated companies, Sime Darby Lockton – Malaysia and Lockton – Philippines.

Mar 5

Bharti AXA General launches service for fast vehicle claim settlement

Private insurer Bharti AXA General Insurance on Monday said it has introduced a technology-led service that allows customers and partner garages to raise instant vehicle claims and get quicker claim settlement.

The company is aiming to process 20-25 per cent of its total vehicle insurance claims in the first year through the service, Smart eSurvey, which is a live streaming solution for processing motor insurance claims, Bharti AXA General Insurance said in a statement.

Feb 19

Willis Re appoints David Gregori as Head of Agriculture for Asia Pacific

Willis Re, today announced the appointment of David Gregori as Head of Agriculture for Asia Pacific and the set-up of its Agriculture team for the region.

David will be based in Hong Kong.

Using a data-driven and analytical approach, the dedicated team of global and local experts will provide customised solutions to address the diverse range of risks and business challenges faced by its clients and interconnected stakeholders in the agriculture industry, such as crops, livestock, fish farms and forestry.

HDFC ERGO Gen launches of ‘Trip Protector’ insurance policy,

HDFC ERGO General Insurance announced the launch of ‘Trip Protector’ insurance policy, that will safeguard travellers financially against the cost of cancellation levied by hotels or airlines, in the event of a cancellation of either a flight or hotel booking,

In addition, the policy will provide the travellers a cover against cancellation of a pre-booked room, in case they are refused accommodation on arriving at the hotel due to overbooking.

Feb 18

LIC launches micro insurance plan with a cover upto Rs.2 lakh

For the first time, the Life Insurance Corporation has launched a a Micro Insurance Plan, providing coverage upto Rs.2 lakh.

It is a regular premium, non- linked,participating endowment Micro Insurance Plan, which offers a combination of protection and savings and is available

.This Plan provides financial support for the family in case of unfortunate death of the Policyholder during the policy term and a lumpsum amount at the time of maturity for the surviving policyholders.

Future Generali India Life ties up wiyh Raligare Broking

Future Generali India Life Insurance Company Limited (FGILI), today announced its partnership with Religare Broking Ltd (RBL)

RBL will now offer FGILI’s protection products to their new and existing customers within their vast nationwide distribution network.

Feb 14

Tata AIG General deploys digital quote management solution

Tata AIG General Insurance Company has deployed its innovative digital quote management solution ‘QMS’ for its field force to offer real-time quotes and instant, over-the-counter, full-fledged package policies in ‘zero’ waiting time to its clientele of small and medium enterprises.

Since its deployment almost 8 months back, the real-time quoting tool has until now successfully on-boarded 13,500+ users, generated 2.1 lakh+ quotes and issued approx.1.5 lakh policies, overall.

Sushant Sarin, Executive Vice President & Head - Commercial Lines & Reinsurance, Tata AIG General Insurance said, “With more than 80 per cent of cases currently managed through this platform, we have considerably enhanced our operational efficiencies, productivity and manpower savings by cutting down manual interventions and backend operations towards policy issuance processes.''

Miller Singapore expands P/C capabilities with experienced hire

Property broker Amanda Lee has joined Miller in Singapore to further strengthen its Specialty business offering in Asia. Amanda will be working closely with the broking teams in Singapore and London to support growth plans with existing and prospective new clients.

Her core focus will be in the property and casualty sector across South East Asia and Taiwan.

POP announces Strategic Partnership with Rakuten

POP Insurance Holdings (“POP”), a specialist insurance group, headquartered in Sydney, Australia, and its subsidiary Fusion Specialty M&A MGA (“Fusion M&A”),have launched a strategic partnership (“the Partnership”) with Rakuten General Insurance Co. Ltd (“Rakuten”), focused on Mergers and Acquisitions transactions in Japan, and supporting Rakuten’s growth across APAC.

Future Generali India Life opens 14 new offices

Future Generali India Life Insurance has added 14 new offices while revamping its 3 existing offices, It recruited close to 215 employees and 2376 distributors in the current year and is hopeful to further increase these numbers in the next two years.

Through its initiative ‘Project Vistar’, the company intends to grow the existing network of branches from 103 to a total of 117 which would contribute about 10% of the company’s overall business.

The growth in agency channel’s new business has increased by 260 per cent while the department has also strengthened its workforce by 140 per cent in 2 years.

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