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id="categorywiseTop"><div class="clr flt topicstry story_list" style=""><span title="Bima-ASBA facility will eliminate unauthorised deductions, say insurance sector players" target="_blank" href="/industry/banking/finance/insure/bima-asba-facility-will-eliminate-unauthorised-deductions-say-insurance-sector-players/articleshow/118454586.cms" data-conttype="0"><img alt="Bima-ASBA facility will eliminate unauthorised deductions, say insurance sector players" height="75" width="100" class="flt" src="https://img.etimg.com/thumb/msid-118454586,width-100,height-75,resizemode-4/industry/banking/finance/insure/bima-asba-facility-will-eliminate-unauthorised-deductions-say-insurance-sector-players.jpg"></span><div class="contentD"><h2><a class="wrapLines l2" title="Bima-ASBA facility will eliminate unauthorised deductions, say insurance sector players" target="_blank" href="/industry/banking/finance/insure/bima-asba-facility-will-eliminate-unauthorised-deductions-say-insurance-sector-players/articleshow/118454586.cms" data-conttype="0" itemprop="url"><meta content="Bima-ASBA facility will eliminate unauthorised deductions, say insurance sector players" itemprop="name">Bima-ASBA facility will eliminate unauthorised deductions, say insurance sector players</a></h2><p class="wrapLines l3">Irdai's implementation of Bima-ASBA for insurance premium payments will enhance transparency and security by blocking the premium amount until policy issuance. This mechanism prevents unauthorized deductions and ensures funds remain secure, offering significant benefits to policyholders and aligning with UPI-OTM features for smooth transactions.</p><time>21 Feb, 2025, 07:08 PM IST</time></div></div><div class="clr flt topicstry story_list" style=""><span title="Insurance companies look to hike health premiums as pollution stings" target="_blank" href="/industry/banking/finance/insure/insurance-companies-look-to-hike-health-premiums-as-pollution-stings/articleshow/118445289.cms" data-conttype="0"><img alt="Insurance companies look to hike health premiums as pollution stings" height="75" width="100" class="flt" src="https://img.etimg.com/thumb/msid-118445289,width-100,height-75,resizemode-4/industry/banking/finance/insure/insurance-companies-look-to-hike-health-premiums-as-pollution-stings.jpg"></span><div class="contentD"><h2><a class="wrapLines l2" title="Insurance companies look to hike health premiums as pollution stings" target="_blank" href="/industry/banking/finance/insure/insurance-companies-look-to-hike-health-premiums-as-pollution-stings/articleshow/118445289.cms" data-conttype="0" itemprop="url"><meta content="Insurance companies look to hike health premiums as pollution stings" itemprop="name">Insurance companies look to hike health premiums as pollution stings</a></h2><p class="wrapLines l3">Indian insurers may raise health policy premiums by 10-15% for New Delhi residents due to a surge in air pollution-related claims in 2024. This hike, pending regulatory approval, would be a first in India, linking air pollution directly to insurance premiums. Higher hospitalization rates for respiratory conditions have prompted consideration of this increase.</p><time>21 Feb, 2025, 02:17 PM IST</time></div></div><div class="clr flt topicstry story_list" style=""><span title="IRDAI forms expert panel under Khara to review regulations" target="_blank" href="/markets/stocks/news/irdai-forms-expert-panel-under-khara-to-review-regulations/articleshow/118433856.cms" data-conttype="0"><img alt="IRDAI forms expert panel under Khara to review regulations" height="75" width="100" class="flt" src="https://img.etimg.com/thumb/msid-118433856,width-100,height-75,resizemode-4/markets/stocks/news/irdai-forms-expert-panel-under-khara-to-review-regulations.jpg"></span><div class="contentD"><h2><a class="wrapLines l2" title="IRDAI forms expert panel under Khara to review regulations" target="_blank" href="/markets/stocks/news/irdai-forms-expert-panel-under-khara-to-review-regulations/articleshow/118433856.cms" data-conttype="0" itemprop="url"><meta content="IRDAI forms expert panel under Khara to review regulations" itemprop="name">IRDAI forms expert panel under Khara to review regulations</a></h2><p class="wrapLines l3">The committee is expected to submit its report within three months. Based on its recommendations, the IRDAI will forward proposals to the finance ministry, while the Department of Financial Services will draft a new bill for stakeholder feedback.</p><time>21 Feb, 2025, 06:09 AM IST</time></div></div><div class="clr flt topicstry story_list" style=""><span title="Irdai sets up panel led by ex-SBI chairman Khara to implement amendments to insurance law" target="_blank" href="/industry/banking/finance/insure/irdai-sets-up-panel-led-by-ex-sbi-chairman-khara-to-implement-amendments-to-insurance-law/articleshow/118425976.cms" data-conttype="0"><img alt="Irdai sets up panel led by ex-SBI chairman Khara to implement amendments to insurance law" height="75" width="100" class="flt" src="https://img.etimg.com/thumb/msid-118425976,width-100,height-75,resizemode-4/industry/banking/finance/insure/irdai-sets-up-panel-led-by-ex-sbi-chairman-khara-to-implement-amendments-to-insurance-law.jpg"></span><div class="contentD"><h2><a class="wrapLines l2" title="Irdai sets up panel led by ex-SBI chairman Khara to implement amendments to insurance law" target="_blank" href="/industry/banking/finance/insure/irdai-sets-up-panel-led-by-ex-sbi-chairman-khara-to-implement-amendments-to-insurance-law/articleshow/118425976.cms" data-conttype="0" itemprop="url"><meta content="Irdai sets up panel led by ex-SBI chairman Khara to implement amendments to insurance law" itemprop="name">Irdai sets up panel led by ex-SBI chairman Khara to implement amendments to insurance law</a></h2><p class="wrapLines l3">Irdai has established a seven-member committee led by ex-SBI Chairman Dinesh Khara to review and suggest amendments to the Insurance Act, 1938. Proposed changes include raising the FDI cap to 100%, implementing a composite license, and enabling new players. Finance Minister Sitharaman announced this initiative in the February Budget to boost insurance sector penetration.</p><time>20 Feb, 2025, 10:07 PM IST</time></div></div><div class="rmfp clr" style="min-height:250px"><div data-loc="All" data-oop="0" data-size="[[300, 250]]" data-adsSlot="ET_Topic/ET_Topic_AL/ET_ROS_TPC_AL_MID_1" id="div-gpt-ad-141093979812811-0" style="float:left; width:300px;"></div><div data-loc="All" data-oop="0" data-size="[[300, 250]]" data-adsSlot="ET_Topic/ET_Topic_AL/ET_ROS_TPC_AL_MID_2" id="div-gpt-ad-1110939798128110-0" style="float:left; margin-left: 5px; width:300px;"></div></div><div class="clr flt topicstry story_list" style=""><span title="Irdai asks insurers to provide ASBA facility for premium payments" target="_blank" href="/industry/banking/finance/insure/irdai-asks-insurers-to-provide-asba-facility-for-premium-payments/articleshow/118391210.cms" data-conttype="0"><img alt="Irdai asks insurers to provide ASBA facility for premium payments" height="75" width="100" class="flt" loading="lazy" src="https://img.etimg.com/thumb/msid-118391210,width-100,height-75,resizemode-4/industry/banking/finance/insure/irdai-asks-insurers-to-provide-asba-facility-for-premium-payments.jpg"></span><div class="contentD"><h2><a class="wrapLines l2" title="Irdai asks insurers to provide ASBA facility for premium payments" target="_blank" href="/industry/banking/finance/insure/irdai-asks-insurers-to-provide-asba-facility-for-premium-payments/articleshow/118391210.cms" data-conttype="0" itemprop="url"><meta content="Irdai asks insurers to provide ASBA facility for premium payments" itemprop="name">Irdai asks insurers to provide ASBA facility for premium payments</a></h2><p class="wrapLines l3">Insurance regulator Irdai mandates life and health insurers to implement the Bima-ASBA facility, enabling policyholders to block premium amounts in their bank accounts. The funds will be debited only when the insurance policy is issued, aiming to ensure smoother transactions and payment processing.</p><time>19 Feb, 2025, 07:27 PM IST</time></div></div><div class="clr flt topicstry story_list" style="border-bottom:0"><span title="Govt moves to streamline insurance sector compliance ahead of 100% FDI" target="_blank" href="/industry/banking/finance/insure/govt-moves-to-streamline-insurance-sector-compliance-ahead-of-100-fdi/articleshow/118337362.cms" data-conttype="0"><img alt="Govt moves to streamline insurance sector compliance ahead of 100% FDI" height="75" width="100" class="flt" loading="lazy" src="https://img.etimg.com/thumb/msid-118337362,width-100,height-75,resizemode-4/industry/banking/finance/insure/govt-moves-to-streamline-insurance-sector-compliance-ahead-of-100-fdi.jpg"></span><div class="contentD"><h2><a class="wrapLines l2" title="Govt moves to streamline insurance sector compliance ahead of 100% FDI" target="_blank" href="/industry/banking/finance/insure/govt-moves-to-streamline-insurance-sector-compliance-ahead-of-100-fdi/articleshow/118337362.cms" data-conttype="0" itemprop="url"><meta content="Govt moves to streamline insurance sector compliance ahead of 100% FDI" itemprop="name">Govt moves to streamline insurance sector compliance ahead of 100% FDI</a></h2><p class="wrapLines l3">The government plans to streamline compliance in the insurance sector by identifying redundant regulations, aiming for improved ease of business. Proposed amendments to the existing insurance laws will support 100% FDI and seek to enhance policyholder security and market competition.</p><time>17 Feb, 2025, 11:45 PM IST</time></div></div></div><div class="clr"></div><div id="categorywise"><ul class="list"><li data-exact="0" data-query="irdai" data-ref="" class="current" data-url="/topics_all.cms?type=article,slideshow,video&query=irdai"><a href="/topic/irdai">All</a></li><li data-exact="0" data-query="irdai" data-ref="news" data-url="/topics_all.cms?type=article&query=irdai"><a href="/topic/irdai/news">News</a></li><li data-exact="0" data-query="irdai" data-ref="videos" data-url="/topics_all.cms?type=video&query=irdai"><a href="/topic/irdai/videos">Videos</a></li></ul><div class="shareicon socialLinks"><a aria-label="facebook" class="fb lSprit shareSprite" href="javascript://" rel="nofollow" data-dimension="1" data-ga-onshare="Facebook#Share#https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/topic/irdai#/topic/irdai" data-src="https://ecoti.in/4v7LBZ" data-share-url="https://ecoti.in/4v7LBZ" data-share-title="" title="facebook"></a><a class="twt lSprit shareSprite" href="javascript://" rel="nofollow" data-dimension="1" data-ga-onshare="Twitter#Tweet#https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/topic/irdai#/topic/irdai" data-src="https://ecoti.in/AoQQ4Z" data-share-url="https://ecoti.in/AoQQ4Z" data-share-title="" aria-label="twitter" title="twitter"></a> </div><ul class="data"><li id="all" class="active"><a data-curpg="1" class="curpage flt" href="#1"><span class="hidden">Go To Page 1</span></a><div class="clr flt topicstry story_list" style=""><span title="Irdai, insurers discuss growth trends, risks" target="_blank" href="/industry/banking/finance/insure/irdai-insurers-discuss-growth-trends-risks/articleshow/118283976.cms" data-conttype="0"><img alt="Irdai, insurers discuss growth trends, risks" height="75" width="100" class="flt" loading="lazy" src="https://img.etimg.com/thumb/msid-118283976,width-100,height-75,resizemode-4/industry/banking/finance/insure/irdai-insurers-discuss-growth-trends-risks.jpg"></span><div class="contentD"><h2><a class="wrapLines l2" title="Irdai, insurers discuss growth trends, risks" target="_blank" href="/industry/banking/finance/insure/irdai-insurers-discuss-growth-trends-risks/articleshow/118283976.cms" data-conttype="0" itemprop="url"><meta content="Irdai, insurers discuss growth trends, risks" itemprop="name">Irdai, insurers discuss growth trends, risks</a></h2><p class="wrapLines l3">Irdai emphasised on the need for stress testing, scenario analysis and effective asset-liability management (ALM). The National Bank for Financing Infrastructure and Development (NaBFID) presented insights on infrastructure investments and the bond market and discussed opportunities for insurers to diversify their portfolios.</p><time>15 Feb, 2025, 11:42 PM IST</time></div></div><div class="clr flt topicstry story_list" style=""><span title="Irdai steps up scrutiny of insurers exceeding expenses cap" target="_blank" href="/industry/banking/finance/insure/irdai-steps-up-scrutiny-of-insurers-exceeding-expenses-cap/articleshow/118154267.cms" data-conttype="0"><img alt="Irdai steps up scrutiny of insurers exceeding expenses cap" height="75" width="100" class="flt" loading="lazy" src="https://img.etimg.com/thumb/msid-118154267,width-100,height-75,resizemode-4/industry/banking/finance/insure/irdai-steps-up-scrutiny-of-insurers-exceeding-expenses-cap.jpg"></span><div class="contentD"><h2><a class="wrapLines l2" title="Irdai steps up scrutiny of insurers exceeding expenses cap" target="_blank" href="/industry/banking/finance/insure/irdai-steps-up-scrutiny-of-insurers-exceeding-expenses-cap/articleshow/118154267.cms" data-conttype="0" itemprop="url"><meta content="Irdai steps up scrutiny of insurers exceeding expenses cap" itemprop="name">Irdai steps up scrutiny of insurers exceeding expenses cap</a></h2><p class="wrapLines l3">Irdai has initiated quarterly monitoring for eight insurers exceeding their 30% expenses of management limits to enforce financial discipline. New accounting norms require insurers to report premiums annually. High commissions in bancassurance are also under review, with a significant rise in expenses since April 2023.</p><time>11 Feb, 2025, 11:40 PM IST</time></div></div><div class="rmfp clr" style="min-height:250px"><div data-loc="All" data-oop="0" data-size="[[300, 250]]" data-adsSlot="ET_Topic/ET_Topic_AL/ET_ROS_TPC_AL_MID_3" id="div-gpt-ad-141093979812855-0" style="float:left; width:300px;"></div><div data-loc="All" data-oop="0" data-size="[[300, 250]]" data-adsSlot="ET_Topic/ET_Topic_AL/ET_ROS_TPC_AL_MID_4" id="div-gpt-ad-141093979812888-0" style="float:left; margin-left: 5px; width:300px;"></div></div><div class="clr flt topicstry story_list" style=""><span title="IRDAI takes 856 regulatory actions in FY24" target="_blank" href="/industry/banking/finance/insure/irdai-takes-856-regulatory-actions-in-fy24/articleshow/118147375.cms" data-conttype="0"><img alt="IRDAI takes 856 regulatory actions in FY24" height="75" width="100" class="flt" loading="lazy" src="https://img.etimg.com/thumb/msid-118147375,width-100,height-75,resizemode-4/industry/banking/finance/insure/irdai-takes-856-regulatory-actions-in-fy24.jpg"></span><div class="contentD"><h2><a class="wrapLines l2" title="IRDAI takes 856 regulatory actions in FY24" target="_blank" href="/industry/banking/finance/insure/irdai-takes-856-regulatory-actions-in-fy24/articleshow/118147375.cms" data-conttype="0" itemprop="url"><meta content="IRDAI takes 856 regulatory actions in FY24" itemprop="name">IRDAI takes 856 regulatory actions in FY24</a></h2><p class="wrapLines l3">The IRDAI took 856 regulatory actions, including penalties, against insurers in FY24, as informed by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman. Regular inspections and compliance audits are conducted to ensure solvency and governance. Measures include appointing an administrator if insurers act against policyholders' interests.</p><time>11 Feb, 2025, 05:44 PM IST</time></div></div><div class="clr flt topicstry story_list" style=""><span title="Insurers seek clarity on 10% hike cap for senior health premiums" target="_blank" href="/industry/banking/finance/insure/insurers-seek-clarity-on-10-hike-cap-for-senior-health-premiums/articleshow/118126455.cms" data-conttype="0"><img alt="Insurers seek clarity on 10% hike cap for senior health premiums" height="75" width="100" class="flt" loading="lazy" src="https://img.etimg.com/thumb/msid-118126455,width-100,height-75,resizemode-4/industry/banking/finance/insure/insurers-seek-clarity-on-10-hike-cap-for-senior-health-premiums.jpg"></span><div class="contentD"><h2><a class="wrapLines l2" title="Insurers seek clarity on 10% hike cap for senior health premiums" target="_blank" href="/industry/banking/finance/insure/insurers-seek-clarity-on-10-hike-cap-for-senior-health-premiums/articleshow/118126455.cms" data-conttype="0" itemprop="url"><meta content="Insurers seek clarity on 10% hike cap for senior health premiums" itemprop="name">Insurers seek clarity on 10% hike cap for senior health premiums</a></h2><p class="wrapLines l3">Health insurers are seeking clarity from IRDAI on how the 10% annual premium hike cap for senior citizens affects long-term policies. The cap aims to protect financially vulnerable older adults from steep premium increases. Insurers must also standardize pricing and obtain regulatory approval before discontinuing or modifying products.</p><time>11 Feb, 2025, 12:33 AM IST</time></div></div><div class="clr flt topicstry story_list" style=""><span title="Govt allows 100% FDI in insurance cos in a move that could attract more players, help increase penetration" target="_blank" href="/industry/banking/finance/insure/govt-allows-100-fdi-in-insurance-cos-in-a-move-that-could-attract-more-players-help-increase-penetration/articleshow/117841489.cms" data-conttype="0"><img alt="Govt allows 100% FDI in insurance cos in a move that could attract more players, help increase penetration" height="75" width="100" class="flt" loading="lazy" src="https://img.etimg.com/thumb/msid-117841489,width-100,height-75,resizemode-4/industry/banking/finance/insure/govt-allows-100-fdi-in-insurance-cos-in-a-move-that-could-attract-more-players-help-increase-penetration.jpg"></span><div class="contentD"><h2><a class="wrapLines l2" title="Govt allows 100% FDI in insurance cos in a move that could attract more players, help increase penetration" target="_blank" href="/industry/banking/finance/insure/govt-allows-100-fdi-in-insurance-cos-in-a-move-that-could-attract-more-players-help-increase-penetration/articleshow/117841489.cms" data-conttype="0" itemprop="url"><meta content="Govt allows 100% FDI in insurance cos in a move that could attract more players, help increase penetration" itemprop="name">Govt allows 100% FDI in insurance cos in a move that could attract more players, help increase penetration</a></h2><p class="wrapLines l3">The Centre has increased the FDI limit in insurance to 100%, from 74%, attracting more capital and boosting the sector’s financial strength. Insurers must invest policyholder premiums within India, aiming for 'Insurance for All' by 2047. The move seeks to improve insurance penetration and bring global best practices to India.</p><time>02 Feb, 2025, 12:54 AM IST</time></div></div><div class="clr flt topicstry story_list" style=""><span title="Irdai caps health insurance premium hikes for seniors" target="_blank" href="/industry/banking/finance/insure/irdai-caps-health-insurance-premium-hikes-for-senior-citizens-at-10-pc-per-annum/articleshow/117750033.cms" data-conttype="0"><img alt="Irdai caps health insurance premium hikes for seniors" height="75" width="100" class="flt" loading="lazy" src="https://img.etimg.com/thumb/msid-117750033,width-100,height-75,resizemode-4/industry/banking/finance/insure/irdai-caps-health-insurance-premium-hikes-for-senior-citizens-at-10-pc-per-annum.jpg"></span><div class="contentD"><h2><a class="wrapLines l2" title="Irdai caps health insurance premium hikes for seniors" target="_blank" href="/industry/banking/finance/insure/irdai-caps-health-insurance-premium-hikes-for-senior-citizens-at-10-pc-per-annum/articleshow/117750033.cms" data-conttype="0" itemprop="url"><meta content="Irdai caps health insurance premium hikes for seniors" itemprop="name">Irdai caps health insurance premium hikes for seniors</a></h2><p class="wrapLines l3">The Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (Irdai) has mandated that insurers cannot increase health insurance premiums for senior citizens by more than 10% annually. This directive aims to address the steep premium hikes observed in certain health insurance products for those aged 60 and above.</p><time>31 Jan, 2025, 12:33 AM IST</time></div></div><div class="clr flt topicstry story_list" style=""><span title="Irdai widens scope of sandbox framework to encourage innovation" target="_blank" href="/industry/banking/finance/insure/irdai-widens-scope-of-sandbox-framework-to-encourage-innovation/articleshow/117210248.cms" data-conttype="0"><img alt="Irdai widens scope of sandbox framework to encourage innovation" height="75" width="100" class="flt" loading="lazy" src="https://img.etimg.com/thumb/msid-117210248,width-100,height-75,resizemode-4/industry/banking/finance/insure/irdai-widens-scope-of-sandbox-framework-to-encourage-innovation.jpg"></span><div class="contentD"><h2><a class="wrapLines l2" title="Irdai widens scope of sandbox framework to encourage innovation" target="_blank" href="/industry/banking/finance/insure/irdai-widens-scope-of-sandbox-framework-to-encourage-innovation/articleshow/117210248.cms" data-conttype="0" itemprop="url"><meta content="Irdai widens scope of sandbox framework to encourage innovation" itemprop="name">Irdai widens scope of sandbox framework to encourage innovation</a></h2><p class="wrapLines l3">Irdai has updated the regulatory sandbox framework to stimulate innovation, improve efficiency, and ease of business. Key updates include inter-regulatory sandbox proposals, electronic record-keeping with strict security, and data maintenance within India. These changes aim to promote sustainable growth and policyholder protection.</p><time>13 Jan, 2025, 08:48 PM IST</time></div></div><div class="clr flt topicstry story_list" style=""><span title="Life insurance companies hold Rs 22,237 crore in unclaimed funds – Here's why no one is claiming it" target="_blank" href="/industry/banking/finance/insure/life-insurance-companies-hold-rs-22237-crore-in-unclaimed-funds-heres-why-no-one-is-claiming-it/articleshow/117080389.cms" data-conttype="0"><img alt="Life insurance companies hold Rs 22,237 crore in unclaimed funds – Here's why no one is claiming it" height="75" width="100" class="flt" loading="lazy" src="https://img.etimg.com/thumb/msid-117080389,width-100,height-75,resizemode-4/industry/banking/finance/insure/life-insurance-companies-hold-rs-22237-crore-in-unclaimed-funds-heres-why-no-one-is-claiming-it.jpg"></span><div class="contentD"><h2><a class="wrapLines l2" title="Life insurance companies hold Rs 22,237 crore in unclaimed funds – Here's why no one is claiming it" target="_blank" href="/industry/banking/finance/insure/life-insurance-companies-hold-rs-22237-crore-in-unclaimed-funds-heres-why-no-one-is-claiming-it/articleshow/117080389.cms" data-conttype="0" itemprop="url"><meta content="Life insurance companies hold Rs 22,237 crore in unclaimed funds – Here's why no one is claiming it" itemprop="name">Life insurance companies hold Rs 22,237 crore in unclaimed funds – Here's why no one is claiming it</a></h2><p class="wrapLines l3">In India, life insurance companies had Rs 22,237 crore in unclaimed funds at the start of 2023-24. The IRDAI's June-November 2023 campaign retrieved over Rs 1,018 crore. Issues arise when non-family members are beneficiaries, causing complications and cautiousness among insurers. Legal heirs still have claims to the money.</p><time>09 Jan, 2025, 02:30 PM IST</time></div></div><div class="clr flt topicstry story_list" style=""><span title="FIU-IND signs pact with IRDAI to share information" target="_blank" href="/industry/banking/finance/insure/fiu-ind-signs-pact-with-irdai-to-share-information/articleshow/117002143.cms" data-conttype="0"><img alt="FIU-IND signs pact with IRDAI to share information" height="75" width="100" class="flt" loading="lazy" src="https://img.etimg.com/thumb/msid-117002143,width-100,height-75,resizemode-4/industry/banking/finance/insure/fiu-ind-signs-pact-with-irdai-to-share-information.jpg"></span><div class="contentD"><h2><a class="wrapLines l2" title="FIU-IND signs pact with IRDAI to share information" target="_blank" href="/industry/banking/finance/insure/fiu-ind-signs-pact-with-irdai-to-share-information/articleshow/117002143.cms" data-conttype="0" itemprop="url"><meta content="FIU-IND signs pact with IRDAI to share information" itemprop="name">FIU-IND signs pact with IRDAI to share information</a></h2><p class="wrapLines l3">The Financial Intelligence Unit-India (FIU-IND) and the Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI) signed an agreement to share relevant intelligence and information from their databases. This collaboration aims to enhance the implementation of the Prevention of Money Laundering Act and its associated rules, as highlighted by the finance ministry's statement on the ongoing coordinated efforts.</p><time>06 Jan, 2025, 11:28 PM IST</time></div></div><div class="clr flt topicstry story_list" style=""><span title="Review of PSU General insurers on cards to gauge capital needs" target="_blank" href="/industry/banking/finance/insure/review-of-psu-general-insurers-on-cards-to-gauge-capital-needs/articleshow/116971333.cms" data-conttype="0"><img alt="Review of PSU General insurers on cards to gauge capital needs" height="75" width="100" class="flt" loading="lazy" src="https://img.etimg.com/thumb/msid-116971333,width-100,height-75,resizemode-4/industry/banking/finance/insure/review-of-psu-general-insurers-on-cards-to-gauge-capital-needs.jpg"></span><div class="contentD"><h2><a class="wrapLines l2" title="Review of PSU General insurers on cards to gauge capital needs" target="_blank" href="/industry/banking/finance/insure/review-of-psu-general-insurers-on-cards-to-gauge-capital-needs/articleshow/116971333.cms" data-conttype="0" itemprop="url"><meta content="Review of PSU General insurers on cards to gauge capital needs" itemprop="name">Review of PSU General insurers on cards to gauge capital needs</a></h2><p class="wrapLines l3">The government will review the financial and operational performance of state-run insurers. This will help decide about capital infusion. Oriental Insurance, National Insurance, and United India Insurance have solvency ratios below the required 1.50. The Insurance Amendment Bill is expected to increase competition in the sector by allowing 100% foreign direct investment.</p><time>05 Jan, 2025, 11:28 PM IST</time></div></div><div class="clr flt topicstry story_list" style=""><span title="India's non-life Insurance industry may register double-digit growth in 2025" target="_blank" href="/industry/banking/finance/insure/indias-non-life-insurance-industry-may-register-double-digit-growth-in-2025/articleshow/116877720.cms" data-conttype="0"><img alt="India's non-life Insurance industry may register double-digit growth in 2025" height="75" width="100" class="flt" loading="lazy" src="https://img.etimg.com/thumb/msid-116877720,width-100,height-75,resizemode-4/industry/banking/finance/insure/indias-non-life-insurance-industry-may-register-double-digit-growth-in-2025.jpg"></span><div class="contentD"><h2><a class="wrapLines l2" title="India's non-life Insurance industry may register double-digit growth in 2025" target="_blank" href="/industry/banking/finance/insure/indias-non-life-insurance-industry-may-register-double-digit-growth-in-2025/articleshow/116877720.cms" data-conttype="0" itemprop="url"><meta content="India's non-life Insurance industry may register double-digit growth in 2025" itemprop="name">India's non-life Insurance industry may register double-digit growth in 2025</a></h2><p class="wrapLines l3">Non-life insurers in India expect double-digit growth in 2025. Key drivers include a conducive regulatory environment and innovative products. Health insurance will likely continue leading, while segments like pet insurance, liability, and housing gain traction. Crucial factors are GST relief and updated motor third-party rates. Digital innovation will also play a significant role.</p><time>02 Jan, 2025, 01:05 PM IST</time></div></div><div class="clr flt topicstry story_list" style=""><span title="Health insurers disallowed claims worth Rs 15,100 crore during FY24" target="_blank" href="/industry/banking/finance/insure/health-insurers-disallowed-claims-worth-rs-15100-crore-during-fy24/articleshow/116799063.cms" data-conttype="0"><img alt="Health insurers disallowed claims worth Rs 15,100 crore during FY24" height="75" width="100" class="flt" loading="lazy" src="https://img.etimg.com/thumb/msid-116799063,width-100,height-75,resizemode-4/industry/banking/finance/insure/health-insurers-disallowed-claims-worth-rs-15100-crore-during-fy24.jpg"></span><div class="contentD"><h2><a class="wrapLines l2" title="Health insurers disallowed claims worth Rs 15,100 crore during FY24" target="_blank" href="/industry/banking/finance/insure/health-insurers-disallowed-claims-worth-rs-15100-crore-during-fy24/articleshow/116799063.cms" data-conttype="0" itemprop="url"><meta content="Health insurers disallowed claims worth Rs 15,100 crore during FY24" itemprop="name">Health insurers disallowed claims worth Rs 15,100 crore during FY24</a></h2><p class="wrapLines l3">Health insurers disallowed claims worth Rs 15,100 crore, or 12.9% of total claims in 2023-24, paying Rs 83,493.17 crore of the Rs 1.17 lakh crore claimed. General and standalone health insurers settled 82.46% of 3.26 crore claims, while collecting Rs 1,07,681 crore in premiums, covering 57 crore lives.</p><time>30 Dec, 2024, 04:41 PM IST</time></div></div><div class="clr flt topicstry story_list" style=""><span title="Health insurance payouts fall short: Only 71.3% of claims settled in FY24" target="_blank" href="/industry/banking/finance/insure/health-insurance-payouts-fall-short-only-71-3-of-claims-settled-in-fy24/articleshow/116791611.cms" data-conttype="0"><img alt="Health insurance payouts fall short: Only 71.3% of claims settled in FY24" height="75" width="100" class="flt" loading="lazy" src="https://img.etimg.com/thumb/msid-116791611,width-100,height-75,resizemode-4/industry/banking/finance/insure/health-insurance-payouts-fall-short-only-71-3-of-claims-settled-in-fy24.jpg"></span><div class="contentD"><h2><a class="wrapLines l2" title="Health insurance payouts fall short: Only 71.3% of claims settled in FY24" target="_blank" href="/industry/banking/finance/insure/health-insurance-payouts-fall-short-only-71-3-of-claims-settled-in-fy24/articleshow/116791611.cms" data-conttype="0" itemprop="url"><meta content="Health insurance payouts fall short: Only 71.3% of claims settled in FY24" itemprop="name">Health insurance payouts fall short: Only 71.3% of claims settled in FY24</a></h2><p class="wrapLines l3">Health insurers paid 71.3% of claims registered in FY24, totaling Rs 83,493 crore. They collected Rs 1.1 lakh crore in premiums. Public sector insurers had the highest incurred claims ratio at 103%. Private insurers had a profitable overall business with 88.7% claims ratio. The office of the insurance ombudsman received 34,336 complaints under health insurance.</p><time>30 Dec, 2024, 01:05 PM IST</time></div></div><div class="clr flt topicstry story_list" style=""><span title="India's insurance penetration declines for second consecutive fiscal year" target="_blank" href="/industry/banking/finance/insure/indias-insurance-penetration-declines-for-second-consecutive-fiscal-year/articleshow/116649538.cms" data-conttype="0"><img alt="India's insurance penetration declines for second consecutive fiscal year" height="75" width="100" class="flt" loading="lazy" src="https://img.etimg.com/thumb/msid-116649538,width-100,height-75,resizemode-4/industry/banking/finance/insure/indias-insurance-penetration-declines-for-second-consecutive-fiscal-year.jpg"></span><div class="contentD"><h2><a class="wrapLines l2" title="India's insurance penetration declines for second consecutive fiscal year" target="_blank" href="/industry/banking/finance/insure/indias-insurance-penetration-declines-for-second-consecutive-fiscal-year/articleshow/116649538.cms" data-conttype="0" itemprop="url"><meta content="India's insurance penetration declines for second consecutive fiscal year" itemprop="name">India's insurance penetration declines for second consecutive fiscal year</a></h2><p class="wrapLines l3">India's insurance penetration dipped to 3.7% in FY24. Life insurance penetration declined to 2.8%, while non-life insurance remained at 1%. Global insurance penetration rose to 7% in 2023. Life insurance premium income grew 6.1%, led by the private sector. Non-life insurance saw a 12.8% increase, driven by health and motor insurance.</p><time>25 Dec, 2024, 12:22 PM IST</time></div></div><div class="clr flt topicstry story_list" style=""><span title="Claims ratio of non-life insurers dips to 82.52% in FY24: Irdai report" target="_blank" href="/industry/banking/finance/insure/claims-ratio-of-non-life-insurers-dips-to-82-52-in-fy24-irdai-report/articleshow/116602733.cms" data-conttype="0"><img alt="Claims ratio of non-life insurers dips to 82.52% in FY24: Irdai report" height="75" width="100" class="flt" loading="lazy" src="https://img.etimg.com/thumb/msid-116602733,width-100,height-75,resizemode-4/industry/banking/finance/insure/claims-ratio-of-non-life-insurers-dips-to-82-52-in-fy24-irdai-report.jpg"></span><div class="contentD"><h2><a class="wrapLines l2" title="Claims ratio of non-life insurers dips to 82.52% in FY24: Irdai report" target="_blank" href="/industry/banking/finance/insure/claims-ratio-of-non-life-insurers-dips-to-82-52-in-fy24-irdai-report/articleshow/116602733.cms" data-conttype="0" itemprop="url"><meta content="Claims ratio of non-life insurers dips to 82.52% in FY24: Irdai report" itemprop="name">Claims ratio of non-life insurers dips to 82.52% in FY24: Irdai report</a></h2><p class="wrapLines l3">India's non-life insurance sector saw growth in direct premiums, reaching ₹2.90 lakh crore in 2023-24, with a shift to profitability. Claims ratios improved slightly, while the life insurance industry paid out substantial benefits. Overall insurance penetration dipped slightly to 3.7%.</p><time>23 Dec, 2024, 06:31 PM IST</time></div></div><div class="clr flt topicstry story_list" style=""><span title="Irdai wants insurers to diversify policy distribution channels: Official" target="_blank" href="/industry/banking/finance/insure/irdai-wants-insurers-to-diversify-policy-distribution-channels-official/articleshow/116258966.cms" data-conttype="0"><img alt="Irdai wants insurers to diversify policy distribution channels: Official" height="75" width="100" class="flt" loading="lazy" src="https://img.etimg.com/thumb/msid-116258966,width-100,height-75,resizemode-4/industry/banking/finance/insure/irdai-wants-insurers-to-diversify-policy-distribution-channels-official.jpg"></span><div class="contentD"><h2><a class="wrapLines l2" title="Irdai wants insurers to diversify policy distribution channels: Official" target="_blank" href="/industry/banking/finance/insure/irdai-wants-insurers-to-diversify-policy-distribution-channels-official/articleshow/116258966.cms" data-conttype="0" itemprop="url"><meta content="Irdai wants insurers to diversify policy distribution channels: Official" itemprop="name">Irdai wants insurers to diversify policy distribution channels: Official</a></h2><p class="wrapLines l3">The Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI) is urging insurers to diversify their distribution channels, reducing reliance on parent banks. Some insurers sell over 75% of policies through their parent banks. While recognizing the bancassurance model's convenience, IRDAI emphasizes the need for broader distribution and addresses concerns about potential mis-selling.</p><time>12 Dec, 2024, 08:18 PM IST</time></div></div><div class="clr flt topicstry story_list" style=""><span title="Govt proposes to raise FDI limit in insurance sector to 100%, seeks public comments" target="_blank" href="/industry/banking/finance/insure/govt-proposes-to-raise-fdi-limit-in-insurance-sector-to-100-seeks-public-comments/articleshow/115803733.cms" data-conttype="0"><img alt="Govt proposes to raise FDI limit in insurance sector to 100%, seeks public comments" height="75" width="100" class="flt" loading="lazy" src="https://img.etimg.com/thumb/msid-115803733,width-100,height-75,resizemode-4/industry/banking/finance/insure/govt-proposes-to-raise-fdi-limit-in-insurance-sector-to-100-seeks-public-comments.jpg"></span><div class="contentD"><h2><a class="wrapLines l2" title="Govt proposes to raise FDI limit in insurance sector to 100%, seeks public comments" target="_blank" href="/industry/banking/finance/insure/govt-proposes-to-raise-fdi-limit-in-insurance-sector-to-100-seeks-public-comments/articleshow/115803733.cms" data-conttype="0" itemprop="url"><meta content="Govt proposes to raise FDI limit in insurance sector to 100%, seeks public comments" itemprop="name">Govt proposes to raise FDI limit in insurance sector to 100%, seeks public comments</a></h2><p class="wrapLines l3">The central government has proposed raising the FDI limit in Indian insurance companies to 100%, lowering the Net Owned Funds for foreign reinsurers, and amending insurance laws to improve accessibility and streamline processes. The public is invited to comment on these proposals by December 10.</p><time>29 Nov, 2024, 03:19 PM IST</time></div></div><div class="clr flt topicstry story_list" style=""><span title="IRDAI seeks road maps to Dalal Street from large insurers" target="_blank" href="/industry/banking/finance/insure/irdai-seeks-road-maps-to-dalal-street-from-large-insurers/articleshow/115779746.cms" data-conttype="0"><img alt="IRDAI seeks road maps to Dalal Street from large insurers" height="75" width="100" class="flt" loading="lazy" src="https://img.etimg.com/thumb/msid-115779746,width-100,height-75,resizemode-4/industry/banking/finance/insure/irdai-seeks-road-maps-to-dalal-street-from-large-insurers.jpg"></span><div class="contentD"><h2><a class="wrapLines l2" title="IRDAI seeks road maps to Dalal Street from large insurers" target="_blank" href="/industry/banking/finance/insure/irdai-seeks-road-maps-to-dalal-street-from-large-insurers/articleshow/115779746.cms" data-conttype="0" itemprop="url"><meta content="IRDAI seeks road maps to Dalal Street from large insurers" itemprop="name">IRDAI seeks road maps to Dalal Street from large insurers</a></h2><p class="wrapLines l3">The Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI) encourages 10-12 large life and general insurance companies to pursue public listings within the next four to six quarters. The aim is to enhance governance and fund access in the capital-intensive sector, with insurers being urged to present IPO plans after consulting stakeholders.</p><time>28 Nov, 2024, 11:48 PM IST</time></div></div><div class="clr flt topicstry story_list" style=""><span title="India plans insurance law changes for unified licence, hiking FDI limit, sources say" target="_blank" href="/industry/banking/finance/insure/india-plans-insurance-law-changes-for-unified-licence-hiking-fdi-limit-sources-say/articleshow/115690622.cms" data-conttype="0"><img alt="India plans insurance law changes for unified licence, hiking FDI limit, sources say" height="75" width="100" class="flt" loading="lazy" src="https://img.etimg.com/thumb/msid-115690622,width-100,height-75,resizemode-4/industry/banking/finance/insure/india-plans-insurance-law-changes-for-unified-licence-hiking-fdi-limit-sources-say.jpg"></span><div class="contentD"><h2><a class="wrapLines l2" title="India plans insurance law changes for unified licence, hiking FDI limit, sources say" target="_blank" href="/industry/banking/finance/insure/india-plans-insurance-law-changes-for-unified-licence-hiking-fdi-limit-sources-say/articleshow/115690622.cms" data-conttype="0" itemprop="url"><meta content="India plans insurance law changes for unified licence, hiking FDI limit, sources say" itemprop="name">India plans insurance law changes for unified licence, hiking FDI limit, sources say</a></h2><p class="wrapLines l3">The govt is poised to revamp its insurance laws, potentially allowing insurers a single license to operate across life, general, and health insurance. This move, coupled with a proposed increase in foreign direct investment to 100%, aims to boost the insurance sector and increase penetration, currently at a modest 3.8% of GDP.</p><time>26 Nov, 2024, 04:54 PM IST</time></div></div><div class="clr flt topicstry story_list" style=""><span title="Bancassurance useful, curb mis-selling: IRDAI Chief" target="_blank" href="/industry/banking/finance/insure/bancassurance-useful-curb-mis-selling-irdai-chief/articleshow/115462094.cms" data-conttype="0"><img alt="Bancassurance useful, curb mis-selling: IRDAI Chief" height="75" width="100" class="flt" loading="lazy" src="https://img.etimg.com/thumb/msid-115462094,width-100,height-75,resizemode-4/industry/banking/finance/insure/bancassurance-useful-curb-mis-selling-irdai-chief.jpg"></span><div class="contentD"><h2><a class="wrapLines l2" title="Bancassurance useful, curb mis-selling: IRDAI Chief" target="_blank" href="/industry/banking/finance/insure/bancassurance-useful-curb-mis-selling-irdai-chief/articleshow/115462094.cms" data-conttype="0" itemprop="url"><meta content="Bancassurance useful, curb mis-selling: IRDAI Chief" itemprop="name">Bancassurance useful, curb mis-selling: IRDAI Chief</a></h2><p class="wrapLines l3">India's insurance regulator, IRDAI, urged banks to address concerns regarding mis-selling of insurance products through their channels. This follows Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman's criticism of banks prioritizing insurance sales over core banking activities. While acknowledging the role of bancassurance in expanding insurance coverage, both Sitharaman and IRDAI chief Debasish Panda emphasized the need for ethical practices and customer-centric approaches.</p><time>20 Nov, 2024, 12:23 AM IST</time></div></div><div class="clr flt topicstry story_list" style=""><span title="Irdai urges bankers to focus on core job, not sell insurance alone; avoid mis-selling" target="_blank" href="/industry/banking/finance/insure/irdai-urges-bankers-to-focus-on-core-job-not-sell-insurance-alone-avoid-mis-selling/articleshow/115459335.cms" data-conttype="0"><img alt="Irdai urges bankers to focus on core job, not sell insurance alone; avoid mis-selling" height="75" width="100" class="flt" loading="lazy" src="https://img.etimg.com/thumb/msid-115459335,width-100,height-75,resizemode-4/industry/banking/finance/insure/irdai-urges-bankers-to-focus-on-core-job-not-sell-insurance-alone-avoid-mis-selling.jpg"></span><div class="contentD"><h2><a class="wrapLines l2" title="Irdai urges bankers to focus on core job, not sell insurance alone; avoid mis-selling" target="_blank" href="/industry/banking/finance/insure/irdai-urges-bankers-to-focus-on-core-job-not-sell-insurance-alone-avoid-mis-selling/articleshow/115459335.cms" data-conttype="0" itemprop="url"><meta content="Irdai urges bankers to focus on core job, not sell insurance alone; avoid mis-selling" itemprop="name">Irdai urges bankers to focus on core job, not sell insurance alone; avoid mis-selling</a></h2><p class="wrapLines l3">Debasis Panda, IRDAI Chairman, urged bankers to prioritize their core functions and avoid solely focusing on insurance sales. While acknowledging the benefits of bancassurance in expanding insurance penetration, Panda highlighted concerns about mis-selling and emphasized the need for ethical practices. He stressed the importance of restoring confidence in the system through collaborative efforts between banks and insurers.</p><time>19 Nov, 2024, 09:57 PM IST</time></div></div><div class="clr flt topicstry story_list" style=""><span title="India plans major insurance shake-up this winter as it may open doors to 100% FDI" target="_blank" href="/industry/banking/finance/insure/100-fdi-in-insurance-india-plans-major-insurance-shake-up-this-winter-session-of-parliament-as-it-may-open-doors-to-100-fdi-insurance-bill/articleshow/115406834.cms" data-conttype="0"><img alt="India plans major insurance shake-up this winter as it may open doors to 100% FDI" height="75" width="100" class="flt" loading="lazy" src="https://img.etimg.com/thumb/msid-115406834,width-100,height-75,resizemode-4/industry/banking/finance/insure/100-fdi-in-insurance-india-plans-major-insurance-shake-up-this-winter-session-of-parliament-as-it-may-open-doors-to-100-fdi-insurance-bill.jpg"></span><div class="contentD"><h2><a class="wrapLines l2" title="India plans major insurance shake-up this winter as it may open doors to 100% FDI" target="_blank" href="/industry/banking/finance/insure/100-fdi-in-insurance-india-plans-major-insurance-shake-up-this-winter-session-of-parliament-as-it-may-open-doors-to-100-fdi-insurance-bill/articleshow/115406834.cms" data-conttype="0" itemprop="url"><meta content="India plans major insurance shake-up this winter as it may open doors to 100% FDI" itemprop="name">India plans major insurance shake-up this winter as it may open doors to 100% FDI</a></h2><p class="wrapLines l3">100% FDI in Insurance: The Indian government is poised to permit 100% foreign direct investment in the insurance sector, aiming to attract global players and boost insurance coverage. The move, part of the upcoming Insurance Amendment Bill, will also allow agents to sell policies from multiple companies, enhancing market efficiency and consumer choice.</p><time>18 Nov, 2024, 12:37 PM IST</time></div></div><div class="clr flt topicstry story_list" style="border-bottom:0"><span title="Irdai Chairman pitches for 100% FDI in insurance sector" target="_blank" href="/industry/banking/finance/insure/irdai-chairman-pitches-for-100-pc-fdi-in-insurance-sector/articleshow/115087551.cms" data-conttype="0"><img alt="Irdai Chairman pitches for 100% FDI in insurance sector" height="75" width="100" class="flt" loading="lazy" src="https://img.etimg.com/thumb/msid-115087551,width-100,height-75,resizemode-4/industry/banking/finance/insure/irdai-chairman-pitches-for-100-pc-fdi-in-insurance-sector.jpg"></span><div class="contentD"><h2><a class="wrapLines l2" title="Irdai Chairman pitches for 100% FDI in insurance sector" target="_blank" href="/industry/banking/finance/insure/irdai-chairman-pitches-for-100-pc-fdi-in-insurance-sector/articleshow/115087551.cms" data-conttype="0" itemprop="url"><meta content="Irdai Chairman pitches for 100% FDI in insurance sector" itemprop="name">Irdai Chairman pitches for 100% FDI in insurance sector</a></h2><p class="wrapLines l3">Debasish Panda, IRDAI Chairman, advocated for 100% foreign direct investment in the insurance sector during the Business Standard's annual BFSI event. He emphasized the need for increased capital and new players to achieve the 'insurance for all' goal by 2027. 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Price</a></td><td class="stockValue">13.92</td></tr><tr class="hide moreData" data-loadmore="jsMoredata_3"><td class="brdrbt"><span class="dateTimeStock">03:59 PM | 21 Feb 2025</span></td><td class="stockValue brdrbt"><span class="cSprite_b per green">0.12(0.87%)</span></td></tr><tr class="hide moreData" data-loadmore="jsMoredata_4"><td class="stockName"><a target="_blank" href="https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/nbcc-india-ltd/stocks/companyid-4531.cms" title="NBCC Share Price" data-ga-onclick="RHS Widget#Most Searched Stock widget Click">NBCC Share Price</a></td><td class="stockValue">81.08</td></tr><tr class="hide moreData" data-loadmore="jsMoredata_4"><td class="brdrbt"><span class="dateTimeStock">03:59 PM | 21 Feb 2025</span></td><td class="stockValue brdrbt"><span class="cSprite_b per red">-1.63(-1.98%)</span></td></tr><tr class="hide moreData" data-loadmore="jsMoredata_4"><td class="stockName"><a target="_blank" 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