'It was diminishing even before Trump came to power.' 'The US was at the centre of the global economy. That position is going to become less and less important and less central.'
The cost of the war is being counted not in the corridors of power in Washington or Tehran, but in Firozabad's darkened furnace rooms, Howrah's idle casting sheds, and a barbershop in Kochi where the wait is suddenly, inexplicably, an hour long, notes Prem Panicker in his must read blog on the Iran War.
Despite significant price differences, Indian farmers are increasingly adopting non-subsidised speciality fertilisers, which are seen as a potential solution to the rising fertiliser subsidy burden exacerbated by global supply shocks.
...reopen for up to six months. Until then, the Strait stays nearly closed. The world pays. And no one, including the man who started this, can say when it ends, notes Prem Panicker in his must read blog on the Iran War.
Twenty-six people, mostly tourists, died in the Baisaran meadow bloodbath in Jammu and Kashmir's Pahalgam on Tuesday, April 22, 2025. The families of the victims bid an emotional farewell to their loved ones.
Customers frequently sign without reading the terms and conditions, resulting in a poor understanding of coverage, and eventually leading to partial payouts
Terrorism and insurgency in J&K had subsided when India demolished East Pakistan -- for the simple reason that Pakistan understands power. We need to follow Chanakya's dictum of Saam, Daam, Dand, Bhed for strategising against Pakistan, asserts Lieutenant General Prakash Katoch (Retd). The ground truth is that unless we are prepared to acknowledge our shortcomings, including massive intelligence failures, punish those responsible and take corrective actions, we will continue in the same vein, asserts Lieutenant General Prakash Katoch (Retd).
Policy owners need to avoid errors on their part to prevent claims from being denied.
Sukanya Verma gives us some interesting options.
'A policy that covers a wider range of diseases will offer greater peace of mind.'
Bear in mind that the amount you get paid depends on the stage at which cancer is detected, reveals Sanjay Kumar Singh.
The coverage for coronavirus infection will be available from day one of the infection in all the health insurance policies, says Amit Chhabra.
Most traditional health insurance plans didn't cover the cost of such treatments earlier, but several recently launched policies do offer such coverage -- some as a rider, and a few as standalone covers, points out Sarbajeet K Sen.
Those who have an insurance policy need to check its clauses to determine if it covers home care treatment, advises Bindisha Sarang.
'It is a good match for those aged 25-30, who have just started working and need a basic product.'
With Covid-19 cases across the country rising rapidly once again, demand for health insurance products has spiked. Insurers are seeing an uptick in inquiries for such products and underwriting more premiums in the segment. Already, health insurance was growing at a rapid pace since the onset of the pandemic as awareness around risk had heightened among consumers. But the country recorded more than 600,000 Covid-19 cases in the past week, which is almost a six-fold rise than the previous week. Owing to this, the spike in demand for health insurance products is inevitable, experts said.
'A 25 year old buying a high-value policy now will be well covered even in his 40s.'
Make sure that the waiting period on pre-existing diseases does not exceed two years. Avoid policies that come with room rent and ICU capping, suggests Sanjay Kumar Singh.
The rise in premiums could be in the range of 5-25 per cent, depending on the features that each insurance company adds on its products. Insurance firms have been given time till September 30 to include modifications mandated by the regulator.
Ensure that you get a high sum insured. Also, make sure the policy covers the cost of implants (pacemaker, stent, etc), and pre and post-hospitalisation expenses.
The non-life insurance industry has received over 1 million Covid-related claims in the first quarter of the current fiscal year (Q1FY22), higher than in the entire FY21, indicating the severity of the second wave of the pandemic. According to the General Insurance Council data, which is not publicly available, non-life insurers have received 1.22 million Covid-related claims so far in FY22 and have settled 944,573 of those worth Rs 9,178 crore. In comparison, they had received 986,366 Covid claims in FY21 and settled 849,034.
From July 10, when it was launched till August 7, 1,087,030 lives have been covered under Corona Kavach through 648,276 policies with premium of Rs 182 crore and sum assured for Rs 42,956 crore. In addition, 186,347 lives have been covered under Corona Rakshak through 156,695 policies with premium of Rs 25.5 crore and sum assured for Rs 3,293 crore, an Irdai official said.
Once the child is 90 days old, parents must add her to the family health floater cover, suggests Sanjay Kumar Singh.
Sukanya Verma lists her 15 favourite Hindi songs of 2022 in no particular order.
Although insurers feel loss ratios in the health segment may get impacted, and profitability will take a hit, capital erosion will not take place, at least for the large entities.
Arjun wants all his friends to see India's Most Wanted.
'I guess things happen when they have to happen.' 'And the film got delayed by COVID a little bit. But yeah, it's been a decade which I do not regret.' 'I feel like I have grown so much, as an artist, as well as just a human being.' 'So much life experience to channel into films that I think is an advantage almost.'
It's movie night in Bollywood!
A look at the pictures from the screening...
After Ramesh Taurani threw a lavish Diwali party for his friends in the fraternity, he followed it up with a bigger blast.
'Children should include their parents in the group health insurance cover provided by the employer at the earliest.' 'However, the elderly should not depend on it alone and should also buy a personal health cover,' suggests Sanjay Kumar Singh.
'It is difficult to speak about Sushant in the past tense.'
Insurance experts said since it may be difficult to set a tariff or fixed rates for Covid-19 treatment, an indicative rate chart has been proposed.
Indian-British filmmaker Amit Gupta speaks to Aseem Chhabra about combing his love for food and cinema
Kejriwal and others had held a demonstration against coal scam in front of the then Prime Minister Manmohan Singh's house in 2012.
The committee has recommended Rs 8,000-10,000, Rs 13,000-15,000, and Rs 15,000-18,000 including PPE costs for isolation beds, and ICUs with or without ventilator, respectively, to all hospitals. Currently, hospitals are charging Rs 24,000-25,000, Rs 34,000-43,000 & Rs 44,000-54,000 (excluding PPE cost).
Bollywood just needs a reason to party!
The party workers were busy overseeing the preparations for the D-Day and said the exit polls had underlined what they were always confident about.
Take a look at celebs at Aamir Khan's Diwali party.
Meet Bollywood's finest casting director Mukesh Chhabra.
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