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September 26, 2026
Will insurance payments get cheaper? IRDAI's new rules propose reducing commissions for brokers
IRDAI's new framework aims to tackle escalating insurance distribution costs and address loopholes, potentially leading to cheaper insurance payments
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September 23, 2026
OPINION | Travel insurance has moved from mere financial cover to specialised assistance in a new era of travel
Customised travel insurance plans are crucial, addressing specific risks associated with diverse travel styles, from adventure sports to multiple destinations
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August 21, 2026
Do more complaints mean worse health insurance? What the latest data really shows
Grant Thornton Bharat suggests a new analysis of India's standalone health insurance sector, which finds that complaint numbers can look very different when measured against the size of an insurer's policy base
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August 09, 2026
Attacked India-bound ship 'Mayuree Naree' fetches $11 million war-risk insurance payout
The Thai-flagged bulk carrier had been attacked back in March, just after crossing the Strait of Hormuz en route to India, after which it had run aground off Iran's Qeshm Island
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August 04, 2026
Supreme Court asks Centre to make third-party insurance mandatory for vehicles at fuel stations
The Supreme Court pointed out that denying fuel will have a two-fold benefit by not just helping identify uninsured or unregistered vehicles, but also will prompt vehicle owners to ensure that they have valid insurance status
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April 18, 2026
What is Bharat Maritime Insurance Pool? Rs 12,980 crore scheme gets Cabinet nod amid Hormuz tensions
This comes after the war between Iran and US-Israel forces spread a wave of uncertainty in the Strait of Hormuz, a crucial route for Indian import flows
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March 05, 2026
Central Bank of India gets CCI green light to tighten grip on its insurance arms; shares jump
From Future Group's ashes, Central Bank of India to emerge with bigger stake in Generali Central insurance entities as stock jumps on CCI nod
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March 02, 2026
Iran versus US-Israel: Maritime insurers to hike coverage prices, cancel policies amid Hormuz Strait closure fears
The issue worsened after Iran ramped up its counteroffensive against the US and Israel for attacking it on Saturday, under what it calls Operation True Promise 4
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December 05, 2025
IndiGo flights chaos: How credit card, OTA travel insurance can help stranded passengers
With over 1,300 flights cancelled so far, looking deeper into travel insurance may be the best bet for hundreds of stranded passengers across India
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October 08, 2025
Robotic joint replacement: Why insurance coverage in India lags behind innovation
Robotic joint replacement insurance coverage in India faces significant hurdles, with experts highlighting the disparity between its global recognition and its treatment as an optional luxury by local insurers
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September 11, 2025
Why the GST cut to 0% on health and life insurance matters more to Indian health industry
According to NITI Aayog data, about 70 per cent of the India’s population is covered under public health insurance schemes or voluntary private health insurance policies