Patanjali and DS Group Acquire Magma General Insurance: The general insurance industry in India is witnessing a significant transformation with the latest acquisition of Magma General Insurance by Baba Ramdev-led Patanjali Ayurved and Dharampal Satyapal Group (DS Group). This strategic move marks Patanjali’s entry into the financial services sector, expanding beyond its traditional stronghold in…
Life Insurance Shares in Focus: Life insurance stocks are back in the spotlight in 2025, with major players like HDFC Life Insurance, Max Financial Services, and SBI Life registering robust growth. As the BSE Sensex climbed a modest 4% this calendar year, the life insurance segment has dramatically outperformed, recording gains between 25% and 33%….
Insurance Fraud Exposed: In a shocking revelation from Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, a family-run gang was busted for committing large-scale insurance fraud using fake documents and forged photographs of deceased individuals. The fraudulent activity was centered in Karchhana, where the family members allegedly took out insurance policies in the names of people who had already died…
Insurance Q4 FY25 Outlook: The Indian insurance sector is projected to deliver a subdued performance in the fourth quarter of FY25, as analysts anticipate multiple headwinds impacting both life and general insurers. According to Yes Securities Limited, life insurance companies are grappling with shrinking value of new business (VNB) margins, primarily due to a shift…
US Cyber Insurance Market Update 2025: The US cyber insurance market has entered a period of relative pricing stability, marked by a notable 5% average decline in insurance rates during the fourth quarter of 2024. This decrease continues a trend that reflects the increasing maturity of the cyber insurance industry, with rates stabilizing after years…
SBI Life Celebrates Mothers: In every gentle brushstroke, a mother paints the world with colours of love, sacrifice, and dreams. SBI Life’s newest emotional campaign, titled “Apne Liye. Apno Ke Liye,” is a heartfelt tribute to mothers who manage to gracefully balance their personal aspirations while fulfilling the dreams of their loved ones. This powerful…
How Artificial Intelligence Controls Your Health Insurance Coverage: Over the last decade, artificial intelligence (AI) has dramatically reshaped multiple industries, and health insurance is no exception. Unlike doctors or hospitals that use AI to diagnose illnesses, predict outcomes, or tailor treatment plans, health insurance companies are deploying AI in a far more consequential way: to…
Insurance Penetration Rises, but Indians Still Financially Exposed: India’s insurance landscape has undoubtedly evolved, with awareness and policy uptake on the rise. Yet, a new report—Suraksha Kavach Report 2025 by BajajCapital Insurance Broking Ltd.—uncovers a sobering contradiction. Despite increasing insurance penetration, a large majority of Indians remain financially vulnerable during real-world emergencies. While digital tools,…
Top Internet-First Homeowners Insurance Startups: The homeowners insurance industry, once known for long paperwork and agent-dependent processes, is undergoing a rapid transformation thanks to the rise of Internet-first homeowners insurance startups. These innovative companies leverage digital platforms, AI, and real-time analytics to offer flexible, affordable, and personalized coverage to homeowners. As of now, there are…
