Threats from IS militants, the Syrian conflict and the migrant crisis in Europe are some of the recent risks that have companies worried, says M Saraswathy.

This form of device-based insurance uses GPS to measure how much a car runs and the speed that it is run at.

General, life insurers with 8 & 10 yrs in biz, respectively, may have to list

Section 45, which says no claim can be rejected after three years of a policy being in force, remains a bone of contention

Similar to a travel insurance that is purchased during booking flight tickets online, those booking tickets on IRCTC's website would get an option to purchase insurance for their train journey

Out of 209 global cities, Hong Kong is the most expensive for expats.

The insurer has launched a personal health wallet with an aim to motivate people to not only buy health insurance but also stay fit

Life insurance companies are balancing the increasing use of celebrity endorsers by limiting the association to short, event-led campaigns.

HDFC Life has a balance between traditional policies and Ulips

While proposals for covers in volatile markets aren't denied, premiums are much higher - by as much as 100-600%

EMR might have the provision to show pricing for each ailment.

Often, these gangs tie up with former sector employees to understand how the process works

According to insurers, the premium is quite low, claims are very high.

It will help in reducing the turnaround time.

One may now not have to wait to get their insurance claims redressed.

The pool was formed by non-life insurance cos in India in Apr '02.

Most popular mandal in Mumbai, Lalbaugcha Raja, takes Rs 51 crore cover.

Insurance companies are going all out to grab eyeballs.

Individuals have grown more aware of their market value.

Mumbai-based start-up Purple Squirrel Eduventures is helping students decide on their careers through industrial visits