Insurers

NSE IPO windfall may aid PSU insurers, though solvency challenges remain

Listing gains likely to strengthen balance sheets of general insurers

Insurers may invest up to 5% of surplus funds in private ltd firms: Irdai

The regulator has proposed permitting insurers to invest a portion of surplus shareholders' funds in eligible private companies while tightening promoter-group exposure norms

Insurers seek doubling of tax-free limit for some products to boost inflows

Stronger inflows into such funds will boost demand for ultra-long bonds - which these funds heavily invest in - at a time when the federal and state governments' supply has risen

Life insurance companies seek broader guardrails for CEO salaries

The regulator cited that the CEO salaries account for major chunk of wage expenses of the company

ULIPs dominate private insurers' FY26 product mix despite protection push

Private life insurers continued to depend heavily on ULIPs in FY26, although protection products gained momentum after GST exemption and rising customer demand for life cover

Life insurance onboarding: Disclose ailments, habits; take tests if needed

Appoint a guardian for minor nominees; update nominations after major life events

$100 mn marine insurance pool on cards for vessels sailing via war zones

Indian insurers plan $100 million marine insurance pool to cover war risks for ships amid West Asia conflict, with possible government support and rising premiums

Standalone health insurers' market share increases to 13.6% in FY26

Standalone health insurers expanded their market share in FY26, supported by GST rationalisation and higher premium collections, even as general insurers saw a marginal decline in their overall share

System readiness gaps: Insurers likely to seek forbearance for 1 year

Most insurers may seek one-year relief from Ind AS transition deadline as system readiness and automation gaps persist despite progress on proforma submissions

GIFT City's insurance premium ecosystem hit $1.2 billion in 2025

GIFT City's insurance and reinsurance ecosystem grows over 11-fold to $1.2 billion by 2025, driven by global entrants, rising underwriting capacity and expanding IFSC market

Why insurers are turning to hedge funds to cover AI data centre risks

As billions flow into AI data centres, insurers are turning to hedge funds and private investors through catastrophe bonds to help cover disasters, cyber attacks and other risks

LIC, New India Assurance, GIC Re retain systemically important status

Irdai retains LIC, New India Assurance and GIC Re as systemically important insurers for FY26, mandating enhanced supervision, governance norms and risk management oversight

Irdai forms joint expert group to guide insurers on Ind AS transition

Irdai forms a joint expert group to guide insurers on Ind AS transition, addressing implementation challenges, audit clarity, and actuarial roles

Insurers turn to state bonds for derivatives trade as yields climb

Derivatives linked to state debt are gaining momentum as the yield gap between provincial and benchmark notes widens to a multi-year high

Ahead of IFRS transition, insurance industry's demand for actuaries rises

Insurers preparing for IFRS and risk-based capital frameworks are stepping up actuarial hiring, but limited supply, high turnover and rising reporting complexity pose challenges

Insurers face rising losses as civil unrest grows in wealthy nations

Claims tied to SRCC, strikes, riots and civil commotion, are emerging as a growing headache for insurers as episodes of unrest increasingly lead to the destruction of property in Western democracies

Leading South Korean insurers explore entry into India's $130 bn market

MUMBAI, Feb 6 (Reuters) - South Korean firms Samsung Fire & Marine Insurance, Mirae Asset Financial Group and Hyundai Marine & Fire Insurance Co are in exploratory talks about entering India's $130 billion insurance market, three Indian sources said.

Insurers knock on Irdai door for clarity on director overlap ban

Insurers seek Irdai clarity on a new law barring common directorships, a move that could disrupt boards of bank-backed insurance companies

Misselling grievances against life insurers up 14% in FY25, says Irdai

Mis-selling complaints against life insurers rose over 14% in FY25 even as total grievances dipped marginally, prompting Irdai to flag concerns and seek corrective action

Irdai proposes allowing insurers to invest 20% in debt of public infra SPVs

Irdai noted that once infrastructure projects begin commercial operations, their cash flows become more predictable and regulated, significantly reducing funding risks