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Aathira Varier

Aathira Varier

Aathira Varier

Aathira Varier is a banking and insurance reporter who covers the Banking, Financial Services and Insurance (BFSI) sector, with previous experience of covering equity markets. An economics graduate, she uses contextualisation and practical application of theory to communicate technical aspects of her beat.

Aathira Varier is a banking and insurance reporter who covers the Banking, Financial Services and Insurance (BFSI) sector, with previous experience of covering equity markets. An economics graduate, she uses contextualisation and practical application of theory to communicate technical aspects of her beat.

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Zopper eyes expansion into EMs, targets 50-60% growth in India in 3 years

Zopper plans to expand its distribution ecosystem and strengthen partnerships with banks, non-banking financial companies (NBFCs), travel portals, brands, and retail chains

Zopper eyes expansion into EMs, targets 50-60% growth in India in 3 years
Updated On : 13 Mar 2024 | 9:58 AM IST

Medical inflation driving up ticket sizes for retail health insurers

Rising healthcare costs lead to adjustments in insurance premiums, driving up average ticket sizes, say industry players

Medical inflation driving up ticket sizes for retail health insurers
Updated On : 12 Mar 2024 | 11:45 PM IST

Non-life insurers post 13% rise in premium in Feb but with dip in revenue

Market share of private insurers increases to 53.79 per cent YoY

Non-life insurers post 13% rise in premium in Feb but with dip in revenue
Updated On : 12 Mar 2024 | 12:46 AM IST

LIC, private insurers lift new biz premium of life insurers by 48%

Among large private players, the premium of the largest private life insurer, SBI Life, grew around 32 per cent to Rs 2,648.86 crore

LIC, private insurers lift new biz premium of life insurers by 48%
Updated On : 09 Mar 2024 | 12:03 AM IST

Working women pip men in life insurance policy ownership, says survey

They also lead in insurance ownership, homemaker women lag

Working women pip men in life insurance policy ownership, says survey
Updated On : 08 Mar 2024 | 8:49 PM IST
Monitor end use of funds for business cards, says Reserve Bank of India
Updated On : 07 Mar 2024 | 11:31 PM IST
Acko appoints Animesh Das as CEO, elevates Sanjeev Srinivasan to board role
Updated On : 07 Mar 2024 | 7:49 PM IST

Future Generali India Insurance launches new product exclusively for women

It is an integration of preventive and comprehensive healthcare plans that includes infertility treatment, stem cell storage, nursing care, senior care and more

Future Generali India Insurance launches new product exclusively for women
Updated On : 07 Mar 2024 | 5:18 PM IST

Bajaj Allianz General launches GenAI-powered bot 'Insurance Samjho'

It aims to address the dissatisfaction of policyholders during claim settlement arising due to lack of understanding, intricate details and fine print of the insurance policy

Bajaj Allianz General launches GenAI-powered bot 'Insurance Samjho'
Updated On : 07 Mar 2024 | 4:33 PM IST

Indian economy likely to grow close to 8% in FY24, says RBI Governor

RBI governor says 85% Paytm wallet users won't face disruption

Indian economy likely to grow close to 8% in FY24, says RBI Governor
Updated On : 06 Mar 2024 | 11:35 PM IST

Kotak Life Insurance launches non-linked par product Kotak G.A.I.N

Private sector life insurer Kotak Life Insurance on Tuesday launched a non-linked participating product Kotak G.A.I.N which offers long-term saving or income

Kotak Life Insurance launches non-linked par product Kotak G.A.I.N
Updated On : 05 Mar 2024 | 11:13 PM IST

Depositors can claim their unclaimed amount refund from DEA Fund

However, if the deposit amount is above the insurance coverage of DICGC, then the liquidator can claim the amount only on a reimbursement basis

Depositors can claim their unclaimed amount refund from DEA Fund
Updated On : 05 Mar 2024 | 10:46 PM IST

Bajaj Allianz General Insurance MD & CEO on why he tries to smile a lot

Smiles are a mood-lifter, says Tapan Singhel, whose wellness matra includes not leaving tasks pending

Bajaj Allianz General Insurance MD & CEO on why he tries to smile a lot
Updated On : 05 Mar 2024 | 6:38 PM IST

How Ageas Federal Life Insurance MD & CEO stays mentally, physically fit

I don't think there is anything called work-life balance; it is only work-life integration, says Vignesh Shahane

How Ageas Federal Life Insurance MD & CEO stays mentally, physically fit
Updated On : 05 Mar 2024 | 6:32 PM IST

What's Tata AIG General Insurance MD & CEO Neelesh Garg's wellness mantra

Garg avoids excessive screen time and turns to outdoor activities

What's Tata AIG General Insurance MD & CEO Neelesh Garg's wellness mantra
Updated On : 05 Mar 2024 | 4:58 PM IST

How Shriram General Insurance Co's MD & CEO stays mentally, physically fit

From technology detox to meditation and deep breathing, Anil Aggarwal incorporates wellness into his daily routine

How Shriram General Insurance Co's MD & CEO stays mentally, physically fit
Updated On : 05 Mar 2024 | 4:53 PM IST

PE firms Advent, Multiples to invest Rs 1,930 cr in Svatantra Microfin

The investment follows Svatantra's recent acquisition of Chaitanya India Fin Credit Limited

PE firms Advent, Multiples to invest Rs 1,930 cr in Svatantra Microfin
Updated On : 04 Mar 2024 | 10:12 PM IST

Unclaimed insurance funds higher in agent-sold policies: Analysts

LIC accounted for more than 90% of total unclaimed funds in the last five years

Unclaimed insurance funds higher in agent-sold policies: Analysts
Updated On : 04 Mar 2024 | 9:17 PM IST

Future Generali India Life Insurance appoints Alok Rungta as MD & CEO

Industry veteran has 'deep understanding of diverse markets', says company

Future Generali India Life Insurance appoints Alok Rungta as MD & CEO
Updated On : 01 Mar 2024 | 1:20 PM IST

Growth in unsecured loan remains strong despite hike in risk weighting

Recently, the RBI reiterated its concern on the elevated unsecured lending portfolio of banks in its Bulletin

Growth in unsecured loan remains strong despite hike in risk weighting
Updated On : 27 Feb 2024 | 11:33 PM IST