Wednesday, December 31, 2025 | 09:14 AM ISTहिंदी में पढें
Business Standard
Notification Icon
userprofile IconSearch

Travel Insurance

VEV Travels Partnership-First Model Drives 32% Annual Growth, ₹15 Crore Revenue

Partnership-Led Strategy Helps VEV Travels Achieve 32% Yearly Growth and ₹15 Crore Revenue

VEV Travels Partnership-First Model Drives 32% Annual Growth, ₹15 Crore Revenue
Updated On : 29 Dec 2025 | 5:44 PM IST

Germany top driver for travel insurances, $250,000 cover is new normal

Senior citizens accounted for 15% of all insured travellers in 2025.

Germany top driver for travel insurances, $250,000 cover is new normal
Updated On : 29 Dec 2025 | 10:49 AM IST

How Indians insured, invested and paid in 2025: Key financial trends

Indians shift to higher covers, longer tenures and UPI payments in 2025

How Indians insured, invested and paid in 2025: Key financial trends
Updated On : 26 Dec 2025 | 4:21 PM IST

Before you fly out: How to choose the right international travel insurance

Tips to pick the right international travel insurance and avoid costly surprises abroad

Before you fly out: How to choose the right international travel insurance
Updated On : 17 Dec 2025 | 6:20 PM IST
Choosing the Best Travel Insurance Plan for Senior Citizens
Updated On : 16 Dec 2025 | 12:39 PM IST

IndiGo chaos exposes truth: Your travel insurance may still not save you

While travel insurance plans cover financial loss due to flight cancellations, delays and disruptions, policyholders must always cross check on the policy's clauses, terms and conditions.

IndiGo chaos exposes truth: Your travel insurance may still not save you
Updated On : 11 Dec 2025 | 9:12 AM IST

Travel insurance: If an airline cancels a flight, it pays, not the insurer

Policies typically reimburse cancellations for reasons such as medical emergencies, death of an immediate family member, or natural disasters

Travel insurance: If an airline cancels a flight, it pays, not the insurer
Updated On : 08 Dec 2025 | 10:20 PM IST

Planning a cruise holiday? Your regular travel insurance won't cover

With more Indians opting for cruise holidays, insurers are introducing sea-specific add-ons covering missed ports, medical evacuations, and other cruise-related risks

Planning a cruise holiday? Your regular travel insurance won't cover
Updated On : 17 Oct 2025 | 6:44 PM IST

Affordable leisure stays up 22% as Indians spend more on experiences

Thrillophilia's report shows a 22% rise in affordable leisure stays as travellers opt for 'smart luxury' and shift spending from premium hotels to meaningful experiences

Affordable leisure stays up 22% as Indians spend more on experiences
Updated On : 14 Oct 2025 | 8:46 PM IST

Diwali festive period sees rise in 'visiting friends and relatives' travel

Spiritual tourism, local festivals, luxury stays and international travel see uptick

Diwali festive period sees rise in 'visiting friends and relatives' travel
Updated On : 03 Oct 2025 | 5:50 PM IST

'Bali belly' can cost up to ₹5 lakh: How travel insurance can help

Indian tourists in Bali risk costly hospital bills from "Bali belly", with treatment running up to ₹3-5 lakh. Travel insurance offers vital cover

'Bali belly' can cost up to ₹5 lakh: How travel insurance can help
Updated On : 26 Sep 2025 | 1:30 PM IST

India's offbeat travel insurance rises 45%, Seychelles up 115%, Vietnam 50%

Travel insurance for offbeat destinations jumped 45% in 2-3 years, with Seychelles leading at 115% growth and Vietnam rising 50%, said Policybazaar

India's offbeat travel insurance rises 45%, Seychelles up 115%, Vietnam 50%
Updated On : 25 Aug 2025 | 5:59 PM IST

From Seniors to Students: Travel is for Every Stage of Life

The quest for travelling is not defined by age, and this is the reason why Indian travellers are an amalgamation of individuals from every age group.

From Seniors to Students: Travel is for Every Stage of Life
Updated On : 14 Aug 2025 | 4:31 PM IST
Top 7 Travel Insurance Add-ons That Are Actually Worth It
Updated On : 11 Aug 2025 | 2:52 PM IST

42% of Indian travellers forget clothes during trips: Booking.com report

More than 40 per cent of Indian travellers forget their belongings, including clothing items, during their trips, according to a report. Nearly half (42 per cent) Indian travellers leave behind clothing items like socks, shirts, tops during their holidays, followed by electronics like earphones, chargers or power banks (37 per cent), toiletries (36 per cent), glasses (30 per cent) and jewellery/watch (22 per cent), according to the report by online travel and related services provider by Booking.com and global market research company YouGov. Indians have also forgotten important documents such as passports or IDs (17 per cent), unexpected items such as hair extensions or wigs (15 per cent), teeth aligners (13 per cent) and even pets (12 per cent) at the destination, the report said. While packing, the most commonly forgotten items by Indian travellers include phone chargers or adapters (35 per cent), followed by toothbrushes or toothpaste (33 per cent), medicines (29 per cent) and .

42% of Indian travellers forget clothes during trips: Booking.com report
Updated On : 16 Jul 2025 | 9:18 PM IST

Air India crash: Victims entitled to compensation, regardless of fault

Experts say Air India crash victims will receive compensation regardless of fault, with the insurance payout unaffected by pilot error or systemic failures

Air India crash: Victims entitled to compensation, regardless of fault
Updated On : 13 Jul 2025 | 7:59 PM IST

Air India crash risks fueling up to 30% jump in airline insurance premia

Insurance claims for the Air India crash are expected in the realm of $475 million, including those for the aircraft's hull and engine as well as additional liability for loss of life

Air India crash risks fueling up to 30% jump in airline insurance premia
Updated On : 23 Jun 2025 | 8:00 AM IST

Rise in helicopter crashes may spur 15-30% hike in insurance premiums

A string of helicopter accidents in India and global reinsurance losses may raise premiums by up to 30 per cent, with smaller operators already facing steep hikes

Rise in helicopter crashes may spur 15-30% hike in insurance premiums
Updated On : 17 Jun 2025 | 11:04 PM IST