A CRPF officer’s relentless battle with an insurance company for his autistic son’s treatment was a difficult and trying experience. The officer’s fight was not just about securing coverage, but also about ensuring his child received the necessary care and support. Despite the challenges, the officer persevered, driven by his determination to provide the best possible life for his son. The outcome of this struggle ultimately led to a resolution, with the insurance company covering the costs of the child’s treatment, making hospitalization unnecessary.

In India, the decision to hospitalize a patient is increasingly being made by health insurance companies rather than doctors. This was the experience of Syam Krishna, a 34-year-old Assistant Commandant in the CRPF, whose four-and-a-half-year-old autistic son, Samarth,...
The Supreme Court has stayed an order from the National Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission (NCDRC) that directed an insurer to pay Rs. 82.8 lakh to the Rajasthan Royals, a cricket team that competes in the Indian Premier League (IPL).

The Supreme Court has stayed an order from the National Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission (NCDRC) that directed an insurer to pay Rs. 82.8 lakh to the Rajasthan Royals, a cricket team that competes in the Indian Premier League (IPL).

The Supreme Court of India has stayed an order issued by the National Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission (NCDRC) that directed United India Insurance to pay ₹82.8 lakh to Royal Multisport Pvt Ltd, the parent company of the Indian Premier League (IPL) franchise...