The Life Insurance Corporation (LIC) told Parliament on Monday that it has unclaimed maturity amounts of Rs 880.93 crore for the year 2023–2024.
Read MoreHealth insurance is beneficial in difficult scenarios such as medical emergencies. Nonetheless, this is achievable only if the details provided by you and the company in the health insurance policy are clear.
Read MoreThe regulatory reform from IRDAI that attracted the maximum attention was the change in computation of surrender values and charges for endowment policyholders, but the regulator modified several other rules that directly affect retail life, health and general insurance policyholders.
Read MoreIn simple terms, a pre-existing disease is any health condition that an individual has experienced before purchasing a health insurance policy.
Read MoreThe Bima Sakhi Yojana is a transformative initiative launched by the Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC), designed to empower women, particularly in rural areas, by providing them with employment and financial independence .
Read MoreThis article explores how inflation erodes the value of Rs 1 crore over time, calculating its worth in 20, 30, and 50 years based on a 6% inflation rate.
Read MoreAs Budget 2025-26 approaches, senior citizens await potential tax relief. A query was recently raised in the Lok Sabha if the government plans to offer a tax rebate on incomes up to Rs 7.5 lakh and a 5% tax on Rs 7.5-10 lakh.
Read MoreAadhaar card update: After extending the deadline multiple times in the past, the UIDAI has urged residents who got their Aadhaar issued 10 years back to get their documents updated by December 14, 2024.
Read MoreTerm insurance is a straightforward life insurance policy that provides coverage for a specific period, or 'term'; if the insured person passes away during this period, the policy's beneficiaries receive a death benefit.
Read MoreA woman from Faridabad was cheated out of Rs 7 crore, a businessman from Noida lost Rs 9 crore, and a doctor from Punjab’s Bathinda was defrauded of Rs 6 crore. These are just a few of the victims of a massive scam recently uncovered by India's Enforcement Directorate (ED).
Read MoreNew PPF rules effective today streamline account management for minors, multiple account holders, and NRIs, impacting interest rates and regulations.
Read MorePolicyholders exiting traditional life insurance get more money back starting October 1, 2024. Irdai has asked the insurance companies to offer a higher special surrender value (SSV) for traditional endowment policies from October 1, 2024. The new 'special surrender value' rule mandates higher refunds, offering flexibility to switch plans.
Read MoreMost victims from Karnataka are educated professionals, particularly techies from Bengaluru, who were duped after being enticed by fraudsters with promises of high returns or IPO allocation. And this has been a trend across the country when it comes to fake broking apps.
Read More5 reasons health insurance claims get rejected
Read MoreA common mistake is assuming that the value of retirement savings will remain constant over time. For example, a ₹5 crore corpus today will lose significant purchasing power over 25 or 30 years due to inflation.
Read MoreGift your sister a term deposit, a SIP in mutual funds, enrol her for a financial planning workshop or book an appointment with a financial adviser to make a personalised investment plan.
Read MoreA recent report by Apollo Hospitals, one of India's leading healthcare groups, paints a grim picture of the nation's health. Released in April, the report dubbed India the “cancer capital of the world”, highlighting a worrying rise in cancer cases and other non-communicable diseases (NCDs).
Read MoreLife Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) MD and CEO Siddhartha Mohanty has said that the corporation is looking to make fresh investments of around Rs 1.30 trillion in equities during the current financial year.
Read MoreThe insurance plans were launched on Monday by LIC CEO and MD Siddhartha Mohanty and will be available both available offline and online.
Read MoreAny individual may submit an updated return, with certain exceptions, irrespective of whether they have previously filed an original, late, or amended return for the applicable assessment year.
Read MoreITR Filing Date 2024 Live Updates: The income tax return deadline might be extended beyond July 31. Fresh updates from Income Tax Department on ITR deadline extension! What we know so far about the current status and when to expect refunds after e-verification and processing of income tax return.
Read MoreAs per budget 2024 proposal you will now get a higher amount of payout from your life insurance policy as TDS rate has been reduced to 2%. “It is proposed that TDS under section 194DA of the Act be reduced from 5% to 2%” says explanatory memorandum of budget 2024.
Read MoreThe budget 2024 announced the removal of indexation benefit available on sale of property. Due to this many people who sell their property will now not be able to inflate their purchase price and reduce their capital gains.
Read MoreThe reduction in customs duties on gold and silver to 6% is expected to stimulate retail demand and help mitigate smuggling issues in the world's second-largest bullion consumer.
Read MoreTaxpayers eagerly await budget announcements that will increase their disposable income. Here are a few of the main anticipations that taxpayers have for Budget 2024.
Read MoreNo increase has been announced in the tax rebate under Section 87A of the Income-tax Act in the Budget 2024. Tax rebate under Section 87A makes tax payable zero if an individual's taxable income does not exceed the specified level.
Read MoreUnion Budget FY25: FM Nirmala Sitharaman presented the 2024-25 budget focusing on job creation and boosting consumption. Key highlights include capex at ₹11.11 lakh crore, tax rationalisation efforts, and schemes for employment, skilling, and women empowerment.
Read MoreITR Filing 2024: Penalty amount for filing income tax return after due date will be imposed. Taxpayers need to be alert as the deadline to file ITR is approaching fast.
Read MoreIt is crucial to remember that your financial information holds significant value, encompassing all your investments and earnings for the year. Here are several important considerations to bear in mind before disclosing your ITR details.
Read MoreThe existing standard deduction of Rs 50,000 is considered inadequate to address the rising expenses linked to the increased cost of living and, therefore, it is imperative to raise the limit of this deduction.
Read MoreThe Income Tax Department has issued a strong advisory to taxpayers, advising them against submitting income tax returns with inaccurate claims for exemptions and deductions.
Read MoreRegularly monitoring your financial records and staying alert for any suspicious activities is crucial for early fraud detection.
Read MoreIn order to file a tax return online, you can access the new income tax portal logging in with PAN-based credentials and following certain steps that simplify tax filing process.
Read MoreNational Insurance Awareness Day 2024: The event is set to be observed on 28 June, this year.
Read MoreOur health deserves centre stage more than ever. As medical bills skyrocket and unexpected health crises loom, having a health insurance policy acts as a reliable safety net. It ensures you can access necessary care without fretting over finances. Understand six significant perks of having a health insurance policy in 2024.
Read MoreThere are 7 ITR forms the Income Tax Department has notified, and often, taxpayers get confused which ITR form is applicable to them.
Read MoreTaxpayers required to file their income tax return should take into consideration the following.
Read MoreCurrently, the benefit of section 80C is not available under the default (new) tax regime and it would be expected that this benefit be extended to even the default tax regime.
Read MoreAfter the new government formation, the focus is now shifted to the Union Budget 2024-25. Taxpayers are hopeful that the Modi government will give them a tax relief in the upcoming budget. Experts too are of the view that FM Sitharaman would at least make some revision in deduction limits under Section 80C and 80D.
Read MoreEvery taxpayer should make an effort to mitigate their tax liability by claiming all the available deductions and exemptions at the time of furnishing their tax returns. However, such deduction/ exemption amount should be correctly computed after considering the tax regime, residential status etc.
Read MoreUnder Section 30 of the Indian Succession Act, if someone dies intestate, the court may issue a notice to invite claims over the property left behind after the death certificate is issued.
Read MoreThe government-owned Life Insurance Corporation (LIC) is looking to foray into the health insurance sector, reports said on May 28. The insurer is currently assessing potential acquisition prospects.
Read MoreWith an eye on expansion, the management outlined plans to penetrate Tier-2, Tier-3, and rural areas, and to fortify its position against private competitors
Read MoreLIC Q4: Its gross non-performing asset (GNPA) stood at 2.01 percent against 2.56 percent in the year-ago period The insurer announced an interim dividend of Rs 6 per share.
Read MoreWith a comprehensive financial retirement plan, it is easy to tide over apprehensions of exhausting the corpus that may have been built during the work years.
Read MoreThere are two aspects that cause concern for individuals when it comes to health insurance. The first is the time period for which they will be covered and the other is the cost that they will pay for this coverage. Both are problem points for senior citizens as they often find themselves without a cover when they most need it.
Read MoreIn a landmark move, IRDAI has removed the age limit of 65 years for individuals buying health insurance policies. This marks a departure from the conventional constraints that limited individuals in securing comprehensive coverage. CNBC TV18 spoke to several experts for their take on the policy shift and its implications.
Read MoreThe insurance regulator has made it compulsory for health insurance companies to reduce the maximum waiting period to get complete health insurance coverage in case of pre-existing diseases (PED) from 4 years to 3 years. The regulator modified the definition of pre-existing disease in its IRDAI (Insurance Products) Regulations, 2024, notified on April 1, 2024.
Read MoreInsurance is one of the most effective ways to manage risks and secure assets; however, the insurance industry has been mainly susceptible to trust issues. Many people believe that insurers do not pay claims, but the data says otherwise; the industry has been paying claims and is bleeding.
Read MoreAccording to the report, Cathay Life Insurance is the second strongest brand, with a 9 per cent increase in brand value to $4.9 billion
Read MoreA quick guide for policyholders From April 1, 2024, the surrender value is expected to remain the same or even lower if policies are surrendered up to a period of within three years, as per IRDAI.
Read MoreAs the current fiscal year is coming to an end, taxpayers are searching for different methods to reduce their taxes.
Read MoreThe Bank of Japan ended eight years of negative interest rates and other remnants of its unorthodox policy on Tuesday, making a historic shift away from a focus of reflating growth with decades of massive monetary stimulus.
Read MoreThe survey, based on responses from over 23,000 respondents, also shows a 43% increase in the number of women purchasing individual coverage
Read MoreThe whole idea why waiting periods exist is that people should not abuse insurance.When there is a pre-existing disease declared in the proposal form, it will have usually a 24- 36 month waiting periodA lot of health insurance policies provide options to the customer to reduce the waiting period for pre existing diseases by paying an extra premium
Read MoreInternational Women's Day: Compared to motor insurance, where over 50 percent women said they understood their policy benefits and clauses, only 32 percent were aware of their health insurance coverage details.
Read MoreBy working together, insurers, regulators, and stakeholders can further create a more inclusive and equitable insurance ecosystem that empowers women to protect themselves and their families effectively.
Read MoreIn every growing society, women are back bone of it and we are proud to say that we play a small part in strengthening the back bone by helping women become financially empowered.
Read MoreIt is said that women are the real architects of society. They play different roles like Mother, Wife, Daughter, Sister effortlessly apart from managing their day to day work.
Read MoreNew plan is specifically designed to have an adequate corpus to meet the higher education and other needs of a child, says Life Insurance Corporation of India
Read MoreThe product is targeted at parents who wish to create a long-term corpus to meet the higher education needs of their children.
Read MoreLIC surged five per cent in open trade, continuing its stellar performance from Thursday when it hit an all-time high.
Read MoreLife Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) launched a new unit-linked life insurance policy called LIC’s Index Plus this week. It is a non-participating, regular premium, individual life insurance plan which offers life insurance cover cum savings throughout the term of the policy.
Read MoreThe insurer’s net premium income grew 4.67 percent to Rs 1.17 lakh crore in the quarter under review, from Rs 1.11 lakh crore in the year-ago period
Read MoreLife Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) has launched the unit-linked, regular premium, individual life insurance plan Index Plus, which offers life insurance cover-cum-savings throughout the policy term
Read MoreLife insurance is an important component of financial planning in India, offering protection and security for loved ones. When selecting a provider, individuals should prioritize those with high claim settlement ratios and swift turnaround times.
Read MoreUnder the 'Cashless Everywhere' system, policyholders will have the liberty to select any hospital for their treatment, breaking away from the limitations imposed by agreements or tie-ups between insurance companies and healthcare providers.
Read MoreOne major expectation is higher government investment in the insurance sector. Higher budgetary allocation, they believe, will provide the sector with the requisite impetus
Read MoreWellness benefits are integrated into health insurance plans to engage individuals in activities that promote physical and mental well-being.Wellness points, earned through proactive health measures, can be utilised in various ways.For monitoring individuals' health, various wearables, apps, software and tools are available.
Read MoreInsurance can be a strategic tool for tax optimization, offering financial safety net and potential tax-saving benefits.
Read MoreHealth costs are rising fast and it has becoming increasingly difficult to cover medical expenses from your own pocket. In such a situation, a family health cover is important to meet medical expenses of your family members.
Read MoreIRDAI has urged insurers to introduce tailored policies aimed at specific demographics, such as senior citizens and millennials, acknowledging the diverse needs within these segments.
Read MoreLife Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) has introduced several new plans in 2023 by unveiling a range of compelling insurance products. LIC introduced a product posed to gain substantial traction in the market.
Read MoreHaving insurance coverage is crucial for managing a health emergency, but it’s equally important to maintain financial stability when faced with a health crisis. Often there are many confusions and doubts when you purchase a term insurance plan, but these can be addressed if you carefully assess your requirements
Read MoreBy following these guidelines, policyholders can significantly reduce the chances of claim rejection and ensure a smoother experience with their health insurance coverage
Read MoreThe Indian life insurer stood fourth on the list by S&P Global based on reserves. LIC has reserves of over $500 billion, as per the report. Sector watchers say that Asia is the next major market for growth for life insurance companies.
Read MoreLife Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) has introduced a novel plan encompassing individual savings and whole life insurance. The plan is called LIC’s Jeevan Utsav with effect from November 29, 2023. This plan is non-linked and non-participating, offering extensive life insurance coverage throughout one’s lifetime.
Read MoreLIC Jeevan Utsav insurance plan will provide assured returns and after maturity, the policyholder will get 10 percent of the sum assured life long.
Read MoreHaving health insurance is crucial for ensuring financial protection in case of medical emergencies. However, it is disheartening to know that a majority of claims get rejected by insurance companies.
Read MoreConsider this scenario: Did you buy a health insurance cover of Rs. 3 – 5 lakhs for your family a few years back? At that time, the cover amount would have been adequate, but not today. Consider another scenario: Your employer provides you a health insurance cover of Rs. 3 – 5 lakhs for your family, or you are covered for a similar amount under a State Government health insurance scheme.
Read MoreEven treatments that require less than 24-hour can qualify as day-care treatments and are thus eligible for health insurance coverage. Read to know what's included and what's not.
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