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The Labour Ministry has proposed free insurance cover, monthly pension of Rs 1,000 after 60 years of age, scholarships for children, and reimbursement of medical expenses.

Centre pitches for Rs 1,000 pension for construction workers

The ministry has sought public comments on the scheme, formulated on the direction of the Supreme Court, till May 21, 2018.

17 May 2018 7:06 PM

It’s not an optimum use of your precious time and money.

Key to success: Make your money work for you

With the new financial year beginning, let’s look at money can be used productively.

02 May 2018 2:28 AM

Reliance General Insurance, arm of Reliance Capital, has registered a net profit of Rs 165 crore in the fiscal ended March, up by 28 per cent from a year earlier.

Reliance General Insurance profit up 28 pc at Rs 165 cr in FY18

The company's investment book increased to Rs 7,999 crore, up by 19 per cent from a year ago, it said in a statement.

23 Apr 2018 5:04 PM

Policybazaar.com, India's largest insurance website and comparison portal, is planning to foray into the healthcare technology and services space.

Policybazaar.com to foray into healthcare, technology

To begin with, the company intends to partner with 100 hospitals and 20,000 doctors.

02 Apr 2018 12:11 PM

The real-time data recorded on driving habits are shared with the car insurer which benefits the policyholder with lucrative offers and discounts. (Representative Image: Pexels)

IoT: Shaping the auto insurance sector

IoT is effectively using the innovation of UBI to keep a check on driver’s behaviour and assess the risks associated with the vehicle.

15 Feb 2018 9:35 PM

Health insurance is not just another tax-saving header. It is a necessity. If you are without a health cover today, you are taking a risk. A sudden hospitalisation can be potentially worth lakhs of rupees.

New Year Thoughts: What is all that you need to have in 2018

Life insurance is one of the most popular tax-saving instruments out there.

03 Jan 2018 2:04 AM

How do you evaluate a homemaker’s worth?

Society glibly describes a homemaker’s contribution as ‘invaluable’.

16 Dec 2017 2:38 AM

Last year national carrier had shelled out a total premium at USD 18.38 million, which was 30 per cent lower than the previous year's premium.

Air India renews insurance for $14 mn, 20 pc discount over last year

Over last two years airline has availed discounts of over 40 per cent in its insurance premium.

06 Oct 2017 9:32 AM

The birth of your child would be a joyous moment for your family. What would make it even more joyful is not having to worry about money during this time.

Set right finances before baby is born

It is imperative for couple to set right their finances before planning a baby to enjoy the presence of the new member in their family.

06 Oct 2017 2:33 AM

A car is seen piled over another in Borivali. (Photo: Mrugesh Bandiwadekar)

Car lost or damaged? Insurance might save you

Vehicles and property comes under ‘Non-Life Insurance’ and is claimable.

31 Aug 2017 3:03 AM

Deshmukh said that the cooperative infrastructure/system had lately been under stress due to a financial crunch.

Credit societies may get insurance protection soon

In the absence of protection, many of the depositors did not get their deposits back when credit societies came under financial crisis.

29 Aug 2017 2:56 AM

Bajaj Allianz will ensure a seamless and instant insurance experience to the banks urban as well as rural customers.

PNB ties up with Bajaj Allianz General for distribution

The bank has widespread network of around 7,000 branches.

27 Jul 2017 10:14 AM

ICICI Lombard, 1st non-insurance company to sell shares via IPO

ICICI Lombard's two main shareholders - ICICI Bank Ltd and Fairfax Financial Holdings Ltd - will sell a combined 19 percent stake.

15 Jul 2017 2:40 PM

The government had already announced Rs 56.92 crore as "kuruvai special package" for buying seed, bio-fertilizers, and irrigation materials.

Insurance companies approve Rs 928 cr compensation to farmers

The amount would be credited to the bank accounts of the farmers within in 10 days.

26 Jun 2017 12:46 PM

Fire insurance premium to see hike post July 1

A new set of burning cost 'referral' rates from the IIB is going to be applicable from July 1 that could see an increase in premium.

18 Jun 2017 10:59 AM

Trading Members are required to submit the details for the same through Electronic NSE Interface for Trading Members (ENIT) on or before 31st July, 2017.

NSE asks brokers to have in place insurance cover for FY18

As per market regulator Sebi norms, it is mandatory for every stock broker to have an insurance cover.

24 May 2017 6:14 PM

Ministry is looking at scrapping the deposit insurance requirement as suitable insurance product for the purpose is not available in the market.

Govt looks to scrap deposit insurance norm under company law

Companies may accept deposits without deposit insurance contract till March 31, 2018.

14 May 2017 6:05 PM

In first year of the implementation of the PMFBY, a substantial progress has been achieved. In 2017-18.

Govt aims 40 per cent sown area under insurance cover in 2017-18

In 2016-17 crop year, about 26.28 per cent or 51.1 million hectare of gross area under crops was insured.

23 Apr 2017 4:40 PM

As part of its expansion drive, IPPB plans to open 650 new branches by September.

Post Bank to start selling MF, insurance products

Nearly 100 firms, both domestic and foreign, have evinced interest in partnering the govt-promoted IPPB.

23 Apr 2017 4:37 PM

30 Days is almost a no-claim period when no claims are entertained by the health insurance company.

Six reasons that may lead to claim rejections

Health cover is bought to protect us from emergency. So it’s a must to see that nothing goes wrong.

11 Apr 2017 6:34 AM

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