India
Markel appoints Ravi Jain to expand India distribution
Markel appoints Ravi Jain to expand India distribution
Mumbai-based hire will report to managing director Deepika Mathur.
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QBE Insurance moves to take full control of Raheja QBE
Deal ends 18 years of joint ownership with Prism Johnson Limited, pending regulator review.
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India’s cyber risk paradox: High attack rates, low insurance preparedness
Cyber risk is often considered under the realm of the IT department, not a board-level balance sheet concern.
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ICICI Lombard stock income rescues weak underwriting performance
The tax cases in India have not yet had a major impact on the company finances.
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Tata AIA new fund pushes life plan buyers into overseas stock markets
It runs 26 February to 5 March 2026 and the rest can sit in debt or cash up to 30%.
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Insurance demand amongst Indians surges as weddings shift overseas
60% of insured travellers are parents and seniors boosting medical protection uptake.
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Aditya Birla Sun Life Insurance wins IRDAI nod for Nifty 50-linked annuity
The plan blends guaranteed and variable income components for lifetime retirement payouts.
Kotak Life and Utkarsh Small Finance Bank ink life insurance partnership
Utkarsh SFBL offers Kotak Life’s insurance products to its 5.14 million customers.
Manulife and Mahindra name Agarwal CEO for India life JV
He exits Mahindra Insurance Brokers on 30 April.
How India's non-life premiums jumped 14.9% in January 2026
It marks the 3rd straight month of double-digit expansion.
India's commercial rates plunge up to 25% in Q4
Regional reinsurer participation increased across property financial lines and cyber markets.
Aon strengthens India footprint, consolidates Mumbai offices post-regulatory merger
The company moved 450 staff to Lower Parel hub, uniting Risk, Capital, and Human Capital teams.
Canara HSBC Life elevates Soly Thomas to Deputy CEO and CDO
The 16-year veteran will lead bancassurance at the industry’s ninth-ranked premium provider.
India life insurance APE reaches 12.8% growth in January
APE figures edge higher as insurers struggle to offset last year massive surrender value hits.
Tata AIA launches 2 value index funds tied to BSE 500 gauge
Offer window runs 9 to 16 February 2026 with units set at $0.11 on 16 February.
Non-life insurance outlook holds as India cuts GST to 0%
Individual life and health cover have become more affordable after the tax rate fell from 18%.
Shriram General profit jumps 26% in FY 2026 on motor-led growth
Net income reached $18m in Q3 FY 2026 as motor premiums hit $129m.
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India’s cyber risk paradox: High attack rates, low insurance preparedness