Rs 1 Crore Accident Insurance Free: In a landmark move aimed at ensuring the financial security and welfare of its personnel, the Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) has signed a new Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the State Bank of India (SBI). As per the MoU, CISF personnel – both serving and retired – will…
Zuno Smart Drive: Zuno General Insurance has once again disrupted the auto insurance space by launching India’s first real-time crash detection-enabled car insurance through its innovative Zuno Smart Drive. This revolutionary offering transforms how car insurance operates in emergencies by integrating advanced telematics directly into the Zuno mobile app. Unlike conventional systems that rely on…
Smart Ways to Reduce Insurance Premiums Without Losing Coverage: Insurance is one of the most essential financial safety nets for families, yet rising living expenses, inflation, and shifting priorities often push it down the priority list. On National Insurance Awareness Day, experts have raised an important concern—millions of policyholders are struggling to pay premiums on…
AU Small Finance Bank Partners: In a landmark move poised to strengthen financial inclusion and deepen insurance penetration across India, AU Small Finance Bank (AU SFB) has officially partnered with the Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) — the country’s largest life insurer. This collaboration aims to bolster the Government of India’s vision of “Insurance…
Air India Crash Insurance Coverage: In the aftermath of the tragic Air India crash in Ahmedabad, a pressing question has emerged among travelers and the aviation industry alike: what does airline insurance actually cover, and how long does it take for claims to be settled? According to Sourav Biswas, the Business Head of Aviation Insurance…
SBI General Insurance: In a major leadership update, SBI General Insurance has appointed Mohd Arif Khan as the new Deputy Chief Executive Officer (Deputy CEO), marking a pivotal moment in the company’s ongoing transformation and expansion journey. With over 25 years of diverse experience in banking, primarily with State Bank of India (SBI), Khan brings…
CTI Raises Alarm Over Soaring Health Insurance Premiums: In a significant move aimed at highlighting the growing financial strain on the middle class and small traders, the Chamber of Trade and Industry (CTI) has raised a red flag over the sharp rise in health insurance premiums in India. CTI chairman Brijesh Goyal, in a letter…
Insurers Likely to Prefer Bond Forwards: The insurance industry in India is witnessing a significant shift in interest-rate risk hedging strategies. The Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI) has recently allowed insurers to undertake bond forward transactions, a move that is expected to replace the traditional use of forward-rate agreements (FRAs). This regulatory…
How Life Insurance Companies: Imagine if your life insurance company could accurately predict the future — not with a crystal ball, but with data. In 2025, that’s exactly what’s happening. Life insurance companies are no longer just relying on lengthy application forms or outdated actuarial tables. Instead, they are leveraging Artificial Intelligence (AI) to assess…