India

GIC Re’s underwriting losses widen by 71.1% YoY

Its combined ratio increased to 111.82%.
5 days ago

GIC Re’s underwriting losses widen by 71.1% YoY

Its combined ratio increased to 111.82%.
5 days ago

60% of Indian policyholders caught in subscription traps

The Central Consumer Protection Authority (CCPA) identified 13 types of dark patterns.

India considers major reforms to 1938 Insurance Act

The bill amendments could potentially let insurers enter the banking industry.

India’s life insurance industry sees 20.2% YoY APE growth in June

CareEdge foresees medium-term outlook to remain positive.

IndiaFirst Life appoints new leaders for expansion

Both are president & chief distribution officer for two different divisions.

Crop insurance dwindles in FY 2024, top 4 insurance cut exposure

Gross direct premium underwritten by insurers fell 4.2%.

India's resilience efforts face daunting climate risks

FM Global’s index exposes India's regional vulnerabilities.

India eyes FDI cap overhaul for insurers

FDI cap for general or life insurance companies is at 74%.

India’s pushes for reintroduction of tax exemptions

Tax benefits currently exist for health and life insurance premiums, albeit capped and complex.

India's M&A insurance market sees competitive shift

Value of deals surged by 60% to $20b in Q1 2024.

Niva Bupa Health in talks of IPO

Rs625 crore of the net proceeds from the fresh issuance to boost the capital base.

Marsh India reports surge in cyber incidents in 2023

The mean cost to recover from ransomware attacks was estimated at $1.82m.

Indian bank launches new low-cost accident insurance

The coverage also has additional benefits such as free health consultations.

India gains global interest from Zurich acquisition

India's financial services sector remains significantly underpenetrated.

GST Council reviews reinsurance, co-insurance tax status

An 18% tax is usually levied on any supply of service.

ISF co-funds parametric solution for remote Indian state

Nagaland faces high levels of disaster and climate-related impacts.