India

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.

PNB MetLife combines insurance with value-based equity investing

It will be open for subscription from 15 to 28 July, 2025.

India’s non-life insurance premiums rise 5.2% in June 2025

The government’s Bima Trinity initiative is expected to support future growth.

Bharti AXA introduces insurance plan for middle-income India

It provides life insurance protection worth up to 30 times the annual premium.

India’s life insurance premiums fall 3.1% in June 2025

The decline was mainly due to lower credit life sales.