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India among 5 nations granted passage through Strait of Hormuz by Tehran
“We have permitted certain countries that we consider friendly to...
West Asia Conflict: Risks extend beyond marine into energy, political violence, aviation, trade credit says Howden
Demand for Political Violence and Terrorism cover has risen...
Zero GST Impact: Pvt sector general and health insurers slash commission to brokers and agents by 18% from Oct 1
ICICI Lombard General Insurance, Tata AIG General insurer, Star Health Insurance, niva Bupa Health Insurance, Aditya Birla Health Insurer and Care Health Insurer have already announced their decisions to reduce commission All the general insurers and stand health...
SC revises compensation to over Rs 60 lakh from Rs 32.46 lakh for accident victim kin
“The aspirations of the young man were shattered by the accident which left him paraplegic and fighting for breath, which also prompted the parents to relocate to another part of the country. We are of the opinion that even if he had not obtained the certificate as a...
Tribunal awards Rs 16.7 lakh compensation to couple injured in road accident
The tribunal, however, stated, "The claimant is a government servant. He continues to be in employment. His service conditions are not in any way altered due to accidental injuries. There is no drop in his salary and other emoluments. Hence, the disability cannot be...
Govt set to finalise 14% wage hike for PSU general insurance companies
Something that will cheer the employees is that all their arrears since August, 2022, when the salary revision is due, will be credited to all eligible employees in October 2025 New Delhi: The government has managed to prevail upon 35,000 workforce of PSU general...
Tata AIG suspends cashless services at Max Hospitals across India
``Tata AIG has put in place special arrangements to ensure that customers face no inconvenience. All claims are being prioritised and fast-tracked, allowing policyholders to continue receiving uninterrupted and seamless access to treatment and care. Our dedicated...
FAIR 2025: GIC Re to host 29th FAIR in Mumbai, Over 700 global delegates to celebrate 60 yrs of Afro-Asian bonding
Ramaswamy Narayan, CMD, GIC Re, observed,“Hosting the 29 th FAIR Conference in October 2025 is a profound honour that reflects our commitment to global partnership'' Momen Mukhtar, Secretary General, FAIR, said : “For sixty years, the Federation of Afro-Asian Insurers...
Riots impose financial strain on Nepal re/insurers
Oriental Insurance Company, a branch of India's Oriental Insurance, has received the largest amount of claims till September 16, according to the data released by the Nepal Insurance Authority. It alone has received claims of NPR 5.14 billion across 40 cases. The bulk...
NIA receives IT refund of Rs 249.79 crore
New India Assurance has received an Income Tax refund of Rs.249.79 crores for assessment Year 2009-10 (including interest of Rs. 8.89 crores). The insurer has informed the stock exchanges about the refund.
100% FDI: Indian Govt issues norms to ease compliance for foreign investment in insurance
The proposed changes to the Amended 2015 Rules make it clear that the government’s intent is not limited to encourage foreign investment in the insurance sector, but it extends to provide a more friendly regulatory environment to both the new foreign entrants, as well...
Govt considers nuclear liability fund in excess of Rs15 billion for major accidents
The planned fund would provide a clear legal mechanism to finance compensation beyond the operator’s cap. For insurance coverage against nuclear accidents, India now relies on a nuclear insurance pool, a policy tool launched in 2015 but not embedded in law. Though...