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New Delhi: The Central government may more than double the insurance coverage under its schemes, the Pradhan Mantri Jeevan Jyoti Bima Yojana (PMJJBY) and the Pradhan Mantri Suraksha Bima Yojana (PMSBY), in the upcoming budget, two people aware of the matter told Mint. The initiative aims to strengthen financial security, especially for individuals from economically…
The other two may be provided additional capital to strengthen their balance sheets, the people cited above said on the condition of anonymity. To begin with, the government will assess the financial performance of all three insurers in the coming quarters. “The aim is to strengthen the general insurers’ balance sheets through recapitalization before any…
This lag in insurance coverage presents opportunities for insurers. They can expand their reach in tier-II and tier-III cities and rural areas with low awareness and accessibility. “Insurance density in India is relatively low compared to global standards. Innovative distribution models can facilitate the inclusion of underinsured customers who are already covered by government schemes,”…
The limit on room rent is a significant factor in a health insurance policy as exceeding it will increase your out-of-pocket expenses significantly. If a policyholder opts for a room that is above the limit set in the policy, the insurer will apply a proportional deduction, affecting not only the room rent payout but also…
The move, being mulled by the Union finance ministry with the help of the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), would also help the government nudge the industry towards its target of insurance for all by 2047, these people said on the condition of anonymity. For insurers, investing in these 50-year on-tap bonds would provide them…
Despite taking both life and health insurance policies, policyholders are suggested to opt for a critical illness rider. This is because it helps policyholders manage their finances well in case of an eventuality. Those who are not aware, a critical illness rider is attached to the life insurance policy and provides financial protection against life-threatening critical illnesses. This…
Equated monthly instalments (EMIs) have expanded in scope and size turning into a handy tool for those who want to buy a whole range of things—from homes and cars to refrigerators and mobile phones. You can start enjoying the product even without fully owning it by making small payments every month, quarterly or half-yearly. With…
With health insurance premiums seeing a sharp increase due to the rising cost of medical inflation, you should consider purchasing riders, which are offered as an ‘add-on option’ in your policy. Health insurance riders can provide you with decent coverage at lower costs. A health insurance rider, which is the extra benefit or coverage that…
You need to choose the right term insurance policy to provide for your family. Still, it is important to ensure that you don’t make avoidable errors such as: inadequate coverage, hazy policy terms, higher premiums, vague add ons etc. Also Read | How to Choose the Best Term Insurance Plan This should be kept in…
The Centre is planning to make it mandatory for health insurance companies to approve cashless authorization requests within an hour, and final claim settlement requests within three hours, according to two people close to the development. Alongside, a professional agency may be hired to design standardized insurance claim and application forms that are easy to…
