India

Edme merges with UIB India to expand wholesale and reinsurance reach

It will focus on tech investment, sector-specific offerings, and underserved markets.

Tata AIA launches Shubh Shakti for women with life cover

The launch follows rising female workforce participation in India.

India expands parametric insurance in climate-hit sectors

India’s parametric market is growing at a faster pace of 11.3% annually through 2028.

SBI Life, AU Small Finance Bank partner to expand insurance in rural India

AU SFB will offer SBI Life’s range of protection, savings, retirement, and investment policies.

Aon names Sushant Sarin head of strategy and risk in India

Sarin brings over 30 years of experience in the insurance industry.

Generali Central rebrands insurance venture with digital focus

The move aims to expand insurance access across India.

Foreigners drive 150% surge in health insurance uptake in India

The growth is strongest amongst women and non-residents.

India’s life insurance market to reach $170b by 2029

It also seen to record $121b gross written premiums this year.

Indian life insurer collaborates with ministry on Bima Sakhi for women agents

Bima Sakhi agents receive the same benefits and privileges as regular LIC agents.

Shriram General reports 9% profit growth in Q1 FY 2026

The company issued 15.41 lakh policies in the quarter.

Canara HSBC launches SecureInvest with high life cover

Policyholders also benefit from Loyalty Additions starting from year 10.

Bharti AXA backs IRDAI plan for internal ombudsman system

The proposed mechanism will apply to all insurers with over 3 years of operations.

Allianz forms reinsurance joint venture with Jio Financial Services Limited in India

The new entity will leverage Allianz’s existing operations in India.

Kotak Life launches term plan for emerging affluent Indians

The new offering expands Kotak Life’s range of term insurance products.