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RenewBuy has partnered with LIC and ICICI Prudential to launch a term plan specifically designed for working professionals and small business owners, catering to their unique financial security needs.

RenewBuy, an insurance company, has launched a new term plan called Smart Term in partnership with leading insurers LIC and ICICI Prudential. The plan is designed to address the common pain points of term insurance, such as complexity, affordability, and lack of customization options. The Smart Term plan is tailored for working professionals and...

LIC to fast-track insurance claims for victims of Air India AI-171 crash

The Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) has announced immediate measures to support the families of the victims of the Air India Flight AI-171 crash in Ahmedabad. The insurer expressed deep sorrow over the loss of lives and assured that it would expedite claim settlements to provide financial relief to the affected families. LIC has...

Former SBI Managing Director Dinesh Kumar Khara-headed FSIB has picked R Ravi Kumar and Dinesh Pant as its new members apart from reappointing the current employees then after selected M R Kumar was chief then TC Suseel kumar and atlast R Doraiswamy to take over as the Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of LIC of India

The Financial Services Institutions Bureau (FSIB) has recommended R Doraiswamy, a seasoned executive with over 38 years of experience at the Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC), for the post of Managing Director (MD) and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the company. The recommendation is significant as LIC is India's largest life insurance...

LIC, Bajaj Allianz expedite claim settlement for Air India plane crash victims

In response to the recent Air India plane crash in Ahmedabad, two major life insurance companies, Life Insurance Corporation (LIC) and Bajaj Allianz Life Insurance, have announced measures to expedite the claim settlement process for the victims' families. Recognizing the immense hardship faced by the families of the deceased, the companies have...

Star Health names Rajeev Kher as Chairperson of the Board

Star Health and Allied Insurance Company Ltd, a leading standalone health insurance provider, has made a significant announcement regarding the appointment of a new Chairperson to its Board of Directors. At a Board meeting held on April 29, 2025, Rajeev Kher, an Independent Director, was appointed to this key position. This appointment is pending...

Star Health Advocates for Reduced Costs to Ensure Sustainability

Star Health and Allied Insurance, the largest standalone health insurer in the country, is advocating for a reduction in distribution costs, including commissions, to make health insurance more sustainable. According to CEO Anand Roy, the current cap on management expenses, which stands at 35%, should be gradually reduced by a percentage point...

Aviva abandons international growth plans, focuses on expanding domestic presence

Amanda Blanc, the CEO of Aviva, has made notable comments that highlight a significant shift in the company's strategy. Unlike in the past, when Aviva expanded its operations globally, Blanc's approach is more focused on consolidation and streamlining. The company, formed in 2000 through the merger of Norwich Union and CGU, had previously amassed...

Aviva partners with CyberCube to enhance cyber exposure management capabilities.

CyberCube, a leading provider of cyber risk analytics, has partnered with US insurer Aviva to leverage artificial intelligence (AI) for cyber threat actor intelligence. The partnership will enable Aviva to use CyberCube's "Portfolio Threat Actor Intelligence" service and suite of cyber analytics software to strengthen its cyber exposure...

Aviva Issues Fire Risk Warning Due to Rising Claims

The UK has experienced its sunniest spring on record, with over 630 hours of sunshine between March 1 and May 27. However, this warm weather has also led to an increase in garden fire claims, according to insurance giant Aviva. The insurer reported that the average fire claim involving a garden in the UK amounts to nearly £16,000. The rise in...

Aviva Issues Fire Risk Warning Due to Rise in Claims

The UK has experienced its sunniest spring on record, with 630 hours of sunshine recorded between March 1 and May 27, according to the Met Office. However, this warm weather has led to an increase in garden fire claims, with Aviva reporting that April and May saw the highest number of claims this year. The average cost of a garden fire claim is...

Aviva has implemented the Reltio Data Cloud solution to unify its data.

Aviva, a multinational insurer based in the UK, has implemented the Reltio Data Cloud solution to provide real-time data intelligence and improve customer experiences. Prior to this deployment, Aviva struggled with fragmented data across different systems, which hindered its ability to gain a comprehensive view of customer interactions. The...

Aviva holds a 4.91% stake in Conduit as of May 22.

Aviva plc is a leading insurance, wealth, and retirement business company based in the United Kingdom. The company operates through several segments, including UK & Ireland Insurance, General Insurance, and Aviva Investors, as well as International investments and Other Operations. The UK and Ireland Life operations focus on providing life...

Aviva Partners with CyberCube to Enhance AI-Driven Cyber Risk Management Solutions

Aviva, a British insurer, has partnered with CyberCube, a cyber risk analytics company, to enhance its cyber risk management strategy using artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities. The partnership aims to help Aviva understand cyber threats and their targets by utilizing CyberCube's Portfolio Threat Actor Intelligence solution. This solution...

LIC to fast-track insurance claims for victims of Air India AI-171 crash

The Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) has announced immediate measures to support the families of the victims of the Air India Flight AI-171 crash in Ahmedabad. The insurer expressed deep sorrow over the loss of lives and assured that it would expedite claim settlements to provide financial relief to the affected families. LIC has...

Major fire destroys Bajaj Allianz office

A devastating fire broke out at the Bajaj Allianz office in Siwan city, located near Hotel Prakash at Babunia Mor, early on Friday morning. The fire, which is believed to have been caused by a short circuit, resulted in extensive damage to the property and valuables. Fortunately, no casualties were reported in the incident, as the office was...

LIC, Bajaj Allianz expedite claim settlement for Air India plane crash victims

In response to the recent Air India plane crash in Ahmedabad, two major life insurance companies, Life Insurance Corporation (LIC) and Bajaj Allianz Life Insurance, have announced measures to expedite the claim settlement process for the victims' families. Recognizing the immense hardship faced by the families of the deceased, the companies have...

Bajaj Allianz Life Insurance achieves 99.29% claim settlement rate in FY 2024-25.

Bajaj Allianz Life Insurance has achieved a milestone in its claim settlement process, with a 99.29% individual death claim settlement ratio in the fiscal year 2024-2025. The company settled 13,994 individual life insurance claims, disbursing a total of Rs 862.79 crores in claim payouts. This impressive feat demonstrates the company's commitment...

Bajaj Allianz Life introduces comprehensive policy for women

Bajaj Allianz Life has introduced a comprehensive insurance policy specifically designed for women, addressing their unique needs and concerns. The all-in-one policy provides a range of benefits, including life insurance, health insurance, and savings, to cater to the diverse requirements of women at various stages of their lives. This innovative...

HDFC Life appoints Pritika Shah as Head of Marketing, as CMO Vishal Subharwal departs.

HDFC Life, a leading life insurance provider in India, has announced the elevation of Pritika Shah to the position of Executive Vice President and Head of Marketing and Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR). Shah, who has been with the company for nearly 12 years, will oversee the development and implementation of marketing strategies, brand...

Aditya Birla Sun Life Insurance Introduces Super Term Plan to Increase Life Coverage

Aditya Birla Sun Life Insurance Company Limited (ABSLI) has launched the ABSLI Super Term Plan, a comprehensive pure protection term insurance plan that provides goal-linked financial protection and built-in health management services. The plan is designed to support the overall well-being of policyholders and offers flexibility in coverage...

Aditya Birla Capital has become the first player in the banking, financial services, and insurance (BFSI) sector to integrate its lending, insurance, and investment services with the Open Network for Digital Commerce (ONDC).

Aditya Birla Capital has become the first financial services company to integrate lending, insurance, and investments on the Open Network for Digital Commerce (ONDC). ONDC is a government initiative aimed at creating an open and interoperable e-commerce network, promoting inclusivity, competition, and accessibility in digital commerce. By...

Parthanil Ghosh is Executive Director of HDFC ERGO General Insurance.

Parthanil Ghosh has been appointed as the Executive Director of HDFC ERGO General Insurance, effective May 1, 2025. The appointment was approved by the company's Board of Directors, the Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI), and other relevant authorities. Ghosh has been associated with HDFC ERGO since 2016 and has over...

HDFC ERGO and PCI introduce PlayAble, an initiative to empower para-athletes.

HDFC ERGO General Insurance has launched a groundbreaking platform called PlayAble, in partnership with the Paralympic Committee of India (PCI), to provide para-athletes with access to training facilities, coaches, and like-minded training partners across the country. The platform aims to empower para-athletes to train, grow, and compete with...

Fastest Insurers to Settle Claims within 3 Months:

  1. ICICI Lombard General Insurance: 98.04% claims settled within 3 months
  2. Bajaj Allianz General Insurance: 96.45% claims settled within 3 months
  3. HDFC Ergo General Insurance: 95.52% claims settled within 3 months
  4. Apollo Munich Health Insurance: 94.95% claims settled within 3 months
  5. Max Bupa Health Insurance: 94.64% claims settled within 3 months

Slowest Insurers to Settle Claims within 3 Months:

  1. United India Insurance: 73.45% claims settled within 3 months
  2. New India Assurance: 75.13% claims settled within 3 months
  3. National Insurance: 76.23% claims settled within 3 months
  4. Oriental Insurance: 77.15% claims settled within 3 months
  5. Universal Sompo General Insurance: 78.21% claims settled within 3 months

The Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority (IRDAI) has released its handbook on Indian Insurance Statistics for 2023-24, which provides insights into the claim settlement ratios of various insurance companies in India. The claim settlement ratio helps policyholders understand the proportion of claims an insurance company honors or pays...

According to a report by the brokers association, the Indian insurance companies that reject claims the least are revealed, providing insight into the claims settlement records of various insurers.

A recent report by the Insurance Brokers Association of India (IBAI) has revealed that the claim-to-settlement ratio for general insurance in India has decreased to 86% in 2022-23, down from 87% in the previous fiscal year. This means that 14% of claims were rejected by insurance companies. The report also found that the claims repudiation ratio,...

ICICI Lombard has acquired the branding rights for the Siddhivinayak Metro Station.

ICICI Lombard, a leading insurance company, has acquired the branding rights for the Siddhivinayak Metro Station on Mumbai Metro Line 3 (Aqua line). The station, located in the heart of Mumbai, near the famous Shri Siddhivinayak Temple, will now be known as the ICICI Lombard Siddhivinayak Metro Station. This branding initiative is a significant...

Delhi High Court quashes Rs.150 Crore GST Demand against ICICI Lombard General Insurance

The Delhi High Court has quashed a Goods and Services Tax (GST) demand of Rs. 150 crore against ICICI Lombard General Insurance Company Limited. The company had been issued a demand notice by the GST Officer, Department of Trade and Taxes, Government of the National Capital Territory of Delhi, for the financial year 2019-20. The demand included a...

Park+ partners with ICICI Lombard to offer digital car insurance.

Park+, a leading auto-tech platform in India, has partnered with ICICI Lombard, a prominent insurance provider, to offer car insurance services to its users. The partnership, announced on May 19, 2025, aims to simplify the process of acquiring and managing car insurance for Park+'s user base of over 20 million car owners. Through this...

Hansa Research Releases Health Insurance Customer Experience Report

Hansa Research, a consumer insights firm, has released its first edition of the Health Insurance Customer Experience Score (CuES) 2025 report. The study, based on feedback from over 3,800 respondents, examines customer expectations, satisfaction levels, and insurer performance across 12 health insurance brands in India. The report highlights the...

Star Health announces new board appointments

Star Health and Allied Insurance Company, a prominent retail health insurance provider, has made significant announcements regarding key appointments and leadership updates. The company aims to bolster its executive leadership and operational capabilities with these changes. Two key elevations have been made: Amitabh Jain, the current Chief...

Star Health elevates COO and CMO as whole-time directors.

Star Health and Allied Insurance, a leading Indian retail health insurance company, has made a significant move by elevating its Chief Operating Officer (COO) and Chief Marketing Officer (CMO) to whole-time directors and designating them as key managerial personnel. This decision is subject to approval from the Insurance Regulatory and...