Health Insurance

Do not get into investment-linked insurance plans until you have cleared the basic hurdles of protection

Bupa is open to increasing its stake in Niva Bupa as its India business outperforms global operations, with the insurer also focusing investments on technology and distribution

Opting for a deductible can reduce premium costs, preserve your no-claim bonus and make health insurance more efficient for meeting large medical expenses

Review the sum insured at every renewal, upgrade while healthy, and use a super top-up to raise cover affordably

HDFC ERGO CEO Parthanil Ghosh says the insurer will prioritise profitable growth, retail health and motor insurance, while expanding AI-driven underwriting and claims management

If reimbursement becomes unavoidable, submit a complete file at the earliest

If reimbursement becomes unavoidable, submit a complete file at the earliest

Rising medical costs and greater awareness are driving demand for unlimited sum insured health plans, with millennials, Gen Z and consumers in smaller cities leading the shift

The Prudential-HCL Group joint venture becomes India's eighth standalone health insurer, with the regulator issuing its third registration of calendar year 2026

Multi-year health insurance plans offer premium stability and upfront discounts, but buyers should weigh flexibility, portability and future healthcare needs

Government sets ambitious FY27 KPIs for PSU insurers, targeting lower claims ratios, faster settlements and stronger digital adoption

The regulator has proposed a transition framework for existing third-party administrators, along with an annual fee mechanism under the SBSR Act regime

An insurance policy should be selected based on other factors such as risks and the number of family members

Choosing the right health insurance policy is all about getting the mix right: plan type, sufficient coverage, and smart add-ons

A health insurance policy should cover following expenses incurred by a patient subject to the overall amount insured in the policy period.

The company, with operations across eight states with 73 offices at present, has so far launched 14 products

As health care costs rise, health insurance will ensure you do not have to deplete your savings or take a loan in case of an emergency

A health insurance policy is an indemnity contract where the insurer pays for your medical expenses in exchange for an annual premium.

Health insurance is driving a surge in insurance complaints, with grievance filings rising sharply despite the segment accounting for a relatively small share of premiums

NFHS-6 shows gains in child nutrition and healthcare access, but rising obesity and diabetes underscore the need for a more comprehensive public health strategy