GST Exemption on Term Insurance Plans from 2025
Starting April 2025, term insurance premiums will be GST-free. Learn how this tax change impacts your financial planning and boosts insurance affordability in India.
Starting April 2025, term insurance premiums will be GST-free. Learn how this tax change impacts your financial planning and boosts insurance affordability in India.
Lok Sabha passes key insurance bill, raising FDI limit to 100% and strengthening IRDAI. Can it bridge India's low insurance density gap without over-regulation?
Learn how the principle of contribution in marine insurance impacts claim settlements when multiple policies cover the same risk. Essential reading for Indian shippers and exporters.
Parliament has approved the Insurance Amendment Bill 2025, amending three key laws: the Insurance Act, 1938, LIC Act, 1956, and IRDA Act, 1999. Read about the sector's transformation.
The Sabka Bima Sabki Raksha Bill 2025 marks India's biggest insurance reform, allowing 100% FDI, new intermediaries, and stronger policyholder protection. Read the full analysis.
The Indian government is considering a fresh capital infusion of up to ₹5,000 crore into three struggling state-owned general insurers to shore up solvency and enable future reforms like consolidation or sale. Read the full analysis.
The Lok Sabha has passed a crucial bill to increase the foreign direct investment limit in the insurance sector to 100%. This move aims to boost capital inflow and enhance insurance penetration in India. Read more for details and analysis.
PB Partners, a leading PoSP insurance advisor, has inaugurated a new Experience Center in Delhi's Rajendra Place. The center aims to simplify insurance and provide expert guidance to customers.
The new insurance bill aims for 100% FDI, easier access, and universal protection by 2047. Discover how it changes rules for LIC, IRDA, and policyholders.
The Sabka Bima Sabki Raksha Bill 2025 aims to transform India's insurance sector with 100% FDI, niche licences, and a shift to regulation-driven oversight. Read the key changes.
Essential guide for NRIs on term insurance in India. Learn about coverage, tax benefits under Section 80C & 10(10D), and crucial policy guidelines for financial security.
Galaxy Health Insurance announces its foray into travel insurance. MD & CEO G. Srinivasan reveals a ₹400 crore Gross Written Premium target by FY27 and launches a new integrated health product.
Understand India's advance tax rules for FY 2025-26. Know payment deadlines, key exemptions for senior citizens & salaried, and how to avoid penal interest. Plan your taxes now.
India's life insurers are boosting trust with faster, digitized claim settlements. Explore the drivers, regulatory changes, and persistent challenges like nomination gaps. Learn what truly counts in life insurance.
Goa govt approves major overhaul of Kera Suraksha Insurance Scheme, making Rs 7 lakh coverage free for all coconut workers from 2025-26. Details inside.
New Jersey's ANCHOR program offers tax relief up to $1,500 for homeowners and $450 for renters. Learn eligibility, payment dates, and how it aids families amid inflation.
IndiaFirst Life Insurance enters a strategic corporate agency partnership with Dombivli Nagari Sahakari Bank to offer tailored insurance solutions to the bank's customers in Maharashtra.
A new report reveals compact cars and SUVs account for three-fourths of motor insurance claims in India, while electric vehicles are the most expensive to repair. Discover the data shaping insurance premiums.
The 15 December advance tax deadline is approaching. Learn who must pay, the instalment schedule, and the interest penalty for missing the due date. Act now to avoid fines.
Indian courts are pushing back against tax investigations relying solely on WhatsApp chats. Recent ITAT rulings mandate independent proof like documents or cash trails for digital evidence to be valid. Read the full analysis.
Ghaziabad Municipal Corporation extends the 20% property tax rebate deadline to December 31. After that, rebates will reduce in phases. Over 5.5 lakh taxpayers in the city are affected.
A Rajkot woman's insurance claim for knee surgery was rejected as 'experimental.' After 23 years of premiums, the consumer court ruled in her favour. Read the full story.
The Indian government is set to introduce a sweeping insurance reform bill, raising FDI to 100% and introducing composite licences. This aims to boost capital, competition, and penetration in the sector. Read more.
An NRI in Dubai asks if gifting unlisted company shares to his father in India attracts tax. A CA explains the capital gains and DTAA implications for NRIs. Read for expert advice.
The UAE has unveiled key tax amendments effective January 2026, simplifying refunds and boosting FTA powers. Learn what this means for businesses and taxpayers.
Chola MS General Insurance expects improved performance in H2FY26. MD V. Suryanarayanan discusses motor portfolio, crop insurance plans, and rural expansion to 2.2 lakh gram panchayats. Read the full interview.
Learn how to easily view and download your Form 26AS from the Income Tax portal. This essential document helps verify all your tax deductions and payments. Follow our simple guide now!
UAE introduces major tax procedure reforms from January 2026, including 5-year refund claims, expanded FTA powers, and R&D tax credits. Learn how these changes impact businesses.
Bengaluru's Mantri Mall clears Rs 6.5 crore property tax but still owes Rs 30 crore to BBMP. The mall has faced multiple sealings for non-payment. Read the latest updates.
Patna Municipal Corporation announces a full waiver on interest and penalties for property tax defaulters. Pay only the principal amount by March 31, 2026. Clear your dues now!