Insurance Is a Risk Cover and Not an Investment: Insurance is often misunderstood in personal finance. Many individuals view it as a form of investment, expecting returns and wealth creation from it. However, the fundamental purpose of insurance is risk coverage, not wealth accumulation. This misunderstanding can lead to poor financial planning and jeopardize future…
SBI Card Major Policy Update: In a significant shift affecting lakhs of SBI credit cardholders, SBI Card has announced crucial changes to its credit card policies, effective from July 15, 2025. These updates mark the discontinuation of complimentary air accident insurance for several premium and co-branded cards, along with a revamped structure for minimum due…
Women-Specific Insurance Products Witness Steady Growth in India: India is undergoing a transformative shift in how women access and perceive financial security, especially through women-specific insurance products. As more women become financially independent, their demand for tailored financial protection has grown significantly. Insurance companies have taken note, introducing a wide range of products designed specifically…
Insurance Framework in Aviation: The Indian aviation industry, once heralded as the epitome of modern mobility, is now grappling with a new kind of turbulence—not just in the skies but in courtrooms and boardrooms. A recent incident involving Air India in Ahmedabad has served as a wake-up call, revealing the fragile balance between safety, financial…
General Insurance Councils Talking Dog Ad: In a sea of predictable insurance advertisements that oscillate between fear-based messaging and straight-up educational pitches, the General Insurance Council (GIC) has taken a refreshingly new route. With a campaign led by a talking dog named Barfi, voiced by the talented Brijendra Kala, the GIC breaks new ground in…
Aviation Insurance Premiums Set to Rise in 2025: 2025 has taken a grim turn for global aviation, with over 480 air fatalities reported—marking the deadliest year in over a decade, according to the Virginia-based Flight Safety Foundation. The recent tragic crash of Air India AI 171 near Ahmedabad airport has been the latest in a…
GST Exemption on Rs 5 Lakh Health Insurance: India’s middle class could soon experience a significant tax relief as the GST Council is considering scrapping the 18% Goods and Services Tax (GST) on health insurance policies worth up to ₹5 lakh. This move, if implemented, could provide a crucial financial breather to millions of families…
How Vehicle Insurance Supports: As the number of vehicles on roads continues to grow exponentially, the associated risks of accidents, injuries, and fatalities are also rising. Expanding road networks and the trend of faster-moving traffic have led to an alarming increase in road accidents globally. These unfortunate incidents not only bring emotional trauma but also…
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…
