Page 13 - Latest Updates on IRDAI
Insurers to provide details of basic features to customers from Jan 1
The regulator has observed several complaints from policyholders due to the asymmetry of information between insurers and the policyholders
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Insurers to provide details of basic features to customers from Jan 1, 2024
"The revised customer information sheet (CIS) shall be implemented with effect from January 1, 2024," the regulators said in a circular to all insurance companies
 "Insurers to provide details of basic features to customers from Jan 1, 2024")
Irdai sets up 12-member committee to simplify insurance policy wordings
This comes in the backdrop of the Irdai's observation that policyholders often find it difficult to understand the terms and conditions in insurance policy contracts
Irdai excludes retail sector of general insurance from arbitration clause
Following the amendment, the clause will only apply to commercial lines of business
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Irdai mandates TP insurance to employees travelling in employer's vehicle
IRDAI added that no additional premium will be charged until further directions are issued
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Sikkim floods: IRDAI asks insurers to ensure quick settlement of claims
Insurers have been asked to mobilise all resources to ensure immediate service response, including engaging the services of surveyors, loss adjustors and investigators
 "Sikkim floods: IRDAI asks insurers to ensure quick settlement of claims")
BimaKavach receives IRDAI's approval for direct insurance broking
In 2022, the company secured $2 million in funding from WaterBridge Ventures, Blume Ventures, Arali Ventures, and Eximius Ventures
Acquisition of RCap: Hinduja-led IIHL in a fix after setback from Irdai
IIHL had sought approval from insurance regulator for the change in control of the ownership of RGIC and RNLIC and creation of pledge over their shares to raise funds from the investors, source said
 "Acquisition of RCap: Hinduja-led IIHL in a fix after setback from Irdai")
Irdai to deploy Bima Vahak in every Gram Panchayat before end of 2024
The objective of Bima Vahak continues to be a women-centric, dedicated distribution channel that will ensure accessibility and availability of insurance in every nook and corner of the country
LIC's sops for agents could price out smaller life insurance companies
The new benefits incentivise 1.35 million agents to continue with LIC, India's largest life insurer, but raise the heat on smaller firms in an expanding but difficult business
 "LIC's sops for agents could price out smaller life insurance companies")
Insurance industry lacks human capital in administration: Irdai member
He further said that the lack of skilled professionals has affected the Assets under Management (AUM) of these companies
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30-year sovereign green bonds may attract insurance companies, not banks
As part of its borrowing programme, the central government is set to raise Rs 20,000 crore via sovereign green bonds.
 "30-year sovereign green bonds may attract insurance companies, not banks")
ICICI Lombard General Insurance appoints Sanjeev Mantri as MD & CEO
He will take over from Bhargav Dasgupta, who will be officiating his duties until the close of business hours on 30 November 2023
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Terms, bonus, sum assured: Making sense of life insurance policies
Insurers' products are complex; investors must have a rational expectation about the returns they will get
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Take advantage of surety bonds: Irdai Chairman to infra stakeholders
Surety bond is a type of insurance policy protecting parties involved in a transaction or contract from potential financial losses due to a breach of contract or other types of non-performance
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Surety bonds must complement bank guarantee: Irdai's Debasish Panda
According to Irdai norms, a surety bond is a contract to perform the promise, or discharge the liability, of a third person in case of his default
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Finance ministry seeks applications for post of whole time member Irdai
The applicant should not be below the rank of a Chief General Manager of the Reserve Bank of India or equivalent that place in other financial institutions or regulatory bodies
IRDAI Chairman bats for more players in segment to cater India's population
As an effort to set up a conducive environment for new participants and to boost innovation in the segment, the regulatory body is said to have taken several steps
IRDAI obliged to ensure persons with disability not unduly prejudiced: HC
Following several judicial orders, various general and health insurance companies, including four government insurance companies, have launched products for persons with disabilities, the court noted
 "IRDAI obliged to ensure persons with disability not unduly prejudiced: HC")
Irdai approves modification on withdrawn life insurance products
The alterations are introduced to give additional benefits and flexibility to existing policyholders, ensuring they are not adversely impacted
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