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Iran conflict disrupts global shipping as tankers are stranded, damaged
War risk premiums have risen up to 1% of the value of a ship in the...
Insurance gaps leave airlines exposed as Iran conflict widens
Airlines have aviation war cover for their fleets, including damage...
Global warming could be making cancer among women more common
A study published in the journal Frontiers in Public Health, suggests that an increase in temperature is probably a risk factor for breast, ovarian, uterine, and cervical cancers. Thanks to global warming, we are now facing adverse climatic conditions across the...
Deadline to file income tax returns extended till September 15
“To facilitate a smooth and convenient filing experience for taxpayers, it has been decided that the due date for filing of ITRs, originally due on July 31, 2025, is extended to September 15, 2025,” the Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) said in a statement on...
Indian insurance market expands by 10.6% to $145 billion in 2024, Allianz report
While China (+7.8% p.a.) will continue to dominate the region in absolute terms, the real growth champion over the next decade is likely to be India (+10.5% p.a.) Mumbai: With a total premium income of USD 145 billion in 2024 , the Indian insurance market has showed...
Maritime Safety: New risks and challenges for Shipping Industry
“Although recent sanctions are making it harder for these vessels to trade, the shadow fleet continues to pose a serious risk to maritime safety and the environment, as many are likely to be older vessels that are poorly maintained and inadequately insured. In case of...
SBI Life Insurance Vidyaniti buy 4.25 pc unit-holding in NHIT for Rs 1100 cr
According to the block deal data available on the NSE, SBI Life Insurance Company picked up more than 3.74 crore units or 1.93 per cent holding in NHIT New Delhi: SBI Life Insurance and Vidyaniti LLP on Monday bought a 4.25 per cent unit-holding in National Highways...
No cause of worry infection severity mild ICMR DG amid uptick in Covid cases
"Whenever cases increase, we look at three things. It's dependent on three factors with the first being how transmissible it is, conversely how fast the cases are increasing. Previously we saw Covid cases double in two days, but this time it is not that cases are...
Govt to address ecommerce dark pattern concerns with all stakeholders
Pralhad Joshi, Union Minister for Consumer Affairs After extensive stakeholder consultation, the department issued comprehensive guidelines on the prevention of dark patterns on November 30, 2023 recognising 13 prominent dark patterns in e-commerce including False...
Government to unveil Bharat Forecasting System on Monday
"We will now be able to issue more localised and accurate weather forecasts," said M Ravichandran, Secretary, Ministry of Earth Sciences, New Delhi: The government will on Monday unveil a new 'Bharat Forecasting System' that will enable the weather office to provide...
Trade disruption and economic shocks push up political risk cover by 30% globally, says Howden report
Matthew Strong, Deputy CEO, Howden CAP and Head of Credit and Political Risk, commented: “ With demand for CPRI protection rising, now is the time for the market to step up even further. This will enhance global economic growth by increasing commitments and...
Cloudburst in Himachal’s Rampur triggers flash floods, washes away 5-6 vehicles
Anni MLA Lokender Kumar said, "Due to heavy rain here along with hailstorm, a cloud burst took place last evening. 5-6 cars have been swept away, and around 24-25 cars are damaged. People are facing a lot of difficulties here. I would request the PWD and revenue...