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How GST will impact your insurance premium

How GST will impact your insurance premium

Rediff.com29 Jun 2017

It's an undeniable fact that after enactment of GST, buying insurance will become a little expensive impacting your term plans, health plans and motor insurance plans the most. But you should not ignore the importance of insuring your life, health, vehicle, says Harjot Singh Narula

'It's a tough job to sell life insurance to people'

'It's a tough job to sell life insurance to people'

Rediff.com2 Dec 2023

'We are expected to grow at above 28 per cent this year, higher than the industry.'

4 reasons why your insurance was REJECTED!

4 reasons why your insurance was REJECTED!

Rediff.com2 Oct 2016

Here's how you can avoid these claim rejections, says Mukesh Kumar, Executive Director, HDFC ERGO General Insurance Company

AI 171 Crash: 'Mood Is Grim' At Tata HQ

AI 171 Crash: 'Mood Is Grim' At Tata HQ

Rediff.com13 Jun 2025

The crash has dealt a blow to the conglomerate's efforts to turn around Air India, especially following its merger with Vistara in 2024.

Public life likely to be hit as over 25 crore workers call 'Bharat Bandh' on Wednesday

Public life likely to be hit as over 25 crore workers call 'Bharat Bandh' on Wednesday

Rediff.com8 Jul 2025

More than 25 crore workers engaged in sectors ranging from banking, insurance, postal to coal mining, highway and construction are expected to go on a nationwide general strike on Wednesday, potentially disrupting services across the country. A forum of 10 central trade unions and their associates has called for a general strike or 'Bharat Bandh' to "oppose the anti-worker, anti-farmer and anti-national pro-corporate policies of the government".

'Bharti AXA's First Goal Is To Achieve 3x Revenue'

'Bharti AXA's First Goal Is To Achieve 3x Revenue'

Rediff.com11 Jun 2025

'Our new business premium is around Rs 700 crore, which we want to take to Rs 2,000 crore.'

What's A Specialised Cardiac Plan?

What's A Specialised Cardiac Plan?

Rediff.com16 Nov 2024

Cardiac care plans are ideal for individuals with pre-existing heart conditions or a family history of heart issues. Those who can't get coverage under a comprehensive plan should opt for these plans.

Disclose PEDs For Chronic Care Cover

Disclose PEDs For Chronic Care Cover

Rediff.com13 May 2024

A crucial point anyone purchasing health insurance must heed is the need to declare PEDs.

Should you buy car insurance online?

Should you buy car insurance online?

Rediff.com11 Jan 2016

Go for it! Buying insurance online is a cost-effective way that will save you both money and time.

Readers, all your insurance queries answered!

Readers, all your insurance queries answered!

Rediff.com10 Oct 2019

Anik Jain, founder and CEO at Symbo, will answer your questions on insurance -- life, health, motor, travel, etc -- on a weekly basis.

Buying term insurance? 6 must-knows

Buying term insurance? 6 must-knows

Rediff.com31 Mar 2018

Don't sidestep the idea of investing in term insurance. Here's why.

Want insurance protection for your jewellery?

Want insurance protection for your jewellery?

Rediff.com17 Apr 2017

Have a question about insurance?

Small is big for PEs, companies as M&As rise to $45.4 billion in H1

Small is big for PEs, companies as M&As rise to $45.4 billion in H1

Rediff.com11 Jul 2025

India's mergers & acquisitions (M&As) market recorded deals worth $45.44 billion in the first half of 2025, up nearly 3.3 per cent from a year ago, even as ultra large-ticket transactions remained subdued. During the first half, the 7.1 per cent rise in deal count to 1,614 signals continuing appetite among domestic conglomerates and private equity (PE) funds for mid-sized and smaller assets.

Nationwide strike over labour reforms, MSP may hit key sectors

Nationwide strike over labour reforms, MSP may hit key sectors

Rediff.com8 Jul 2025

Over 25 crore workers across India are set to strike against new labour codes and privatisation, potentially disrupting banking, postal, and other essential services.

Dummies' guide to car insurance

Dummies' guide to car insurance

Rediff.com23 Sep 2009

Few insurance companies have launched new motor insurance policies which cover even depreciation and loss of driving license.

A dummy's guide to life insurance

A dummy's guide to life insurance

Rediff.com1 Apr 2017

Naval Goel explains all that you wanted to know about life insurance but didn't know who to ask

5 important facts your insurance agent won't tell you

5 important facts your insurance agent won't tell you

Rediff.com8 Jan 2020

Did you know that annual premium-paying option is cheaper than a monthly premium paying option?

Please Advise How To Manage Finances

Please Advise How To Manage Finances

Rediff.com3 Jun 2025

Ask rediffGURU and PF expert Nitin Narkhede your mutual fund and personal finance-related questions.

'Are ULIP Returns Taxable?'

'Are ULIP Returns Taxable?'

Rediff.com25 Nov 2024

Ask rediffGURU and tax expert Mihir Tanna your income tax-related questions.

Policyholders prefer to buy insurance physically

Policyholders prefer to buy insurance physically

Rediff.com8 Jul 2019

The online channel has only been successful in making inroads in metro cities.

Mediclaim, motor insurance portability soon

Mediclaim, motor insurance portability soon

Rediff.com28 Sep 2010

Insurance Regulatory Authority of India said on Tuesday that mediclaim policy holders, who are not satisfied with the services, will soon be able to switch service providers at the same premium.

Now you can insure your pets!

Now you can insure your pets!

Rediff.com9 Feb 2019

'Our pet insurance policy is similar to the health insurance for humans.'

Tick Insurance Option On IRCTC Portal

Tick Insurance Option On IRCTC Portal

Rediff.com29 Jun 2023

Only a small percentage of passengers who traveled on the trains involved in the June 2, 2023 accident in Odisha had availed of travel accident insurance while booking their tickets online on the IRCTC portal.

Improve Customer Service, Banks Told, Or Else!

Improve Customer Service, Banks Told, Or Else!

Rediff.com28 May 2025

In 2023-2024, 95 scheduled commercial banks received over 10 million complaints from their customers. The process of KYC at many banks has become 'HYC' -- harass your customer, points out Tamal Bandyopadhyay.

Want To Be A Monsoon Tourist? Read This

Want To Be A Monsoon Tourist? Read This

Rediff.com4 Jul 2025

Destinations like Coorg, Munnar, the Western Ghats, and parts of the North East, are at their scenic best in the monsoon.

Get ready: Paperless insurance is coming to you

Get ready: Paperless insurance is coming to you

Rediff.com21 Jul 2014

Your insurance policy document will become digital and paperless like shares. Here's what you must know to save the hassles.

Can Your Electric Two-Wheeler Be Hacked?

Can Your Electric Two-Wheeler Be Hacked?

Rediff.com17 Sep 2024

The growing complexity of E2Ws and the evolving threat landscape make it challenging to guarantee complete immunity from attacks.

How to get the best deal on travel insurance

How to get the best deal on travel insurance

Rediff.com24 Feb 2016

Keeping this in mind you can easily get the best travel insurance policy for yourself and your family. It is advisable to do some research before making any decision.

State-run insurers asked to raise premiums

State-run insurers asked to raise premiums

Rediff.com31 May 2012

The finance ministry has asked state-run general insurers to increase premiums on health insurance, motor and other policies, and refrain from undercutting each other to get new business.

5 times insurance companies can reject your claim

5 times insurance companies can reject your claim

Rediff.com28 Nov 2016

Read the fine print and avoid potential losses, says Naval Goel

5 tips for smooth insurance claim settlement

5 tips for smooth insurance claim settlement

Rediff.com22 Dec 2017

Is there any use of a policy for which you keep paying premiums for 20 to 30 years and in the end your claim gets rejected? Harjot Singh Narula offers advice on how not to get your claim rejected

Kerala floods: How not to get your insurance claims rejected

Kerala floods: How not to get your insurance claims rejected

Rediff.com31 Aug 2018

The devastation caused by the current deluge has damaged hundreds and thousands of homes and vehicles.

Dummy's guide to the basics of life insurance

Dummy's guide to the basics of life insurance

Rediff.com3 Jan 2017

A quick snapshot about the fundamentals of the concept of life insurance.

3 reasons to buy health insurance

3 reasons to buy health insurance

Rediff.com26 Mar 2018

Takes care of expensive medical treatment at affordable cost even as you get quality treatment and tax benefit out of it, says Naval Goel

10 Things Gen Z Looks For In A Job Today

10 Things Gen Z Looks For In A Job Today

Rediff.com19 Aug 2025

If you want to inspire the young workforce, focus on building transparency, purpose and social responsibility, says notes Varun Sachdeva, SVP and APAC head, NLB Services.

All about health insurance for senior citizens

All about health insurance for senior citizens

Rediff.com24 Jun 2009

In a huge relief for senior citizens, the entry age for health insurance has been extended to 65 years. But, will it come at a cost?

Why Sensex closed at nearly two-month low on Monday

Why Sensex closed at nearly two-month low on Monday

Rediff.com29 Jul 2025

Titan, HCL Tech and State Bank of India were also among the laggards. However, Hindustan Unilever, Asian Paints, ICICI Bank, Power Grid, HDFC Bank and ITC were the gainers.

Understanding 'waiting period' in health insurance

Understanding 'waiting period' in health insurance

Rediff.com13 May 2016

Health insurers incorporate conditions like Waiting Period in their offerings to prevent customers from taking undue advantage of a service that is essential.

Want to buy Life insurance and Term plan?

Want to buy Life insurance and Term plan?

Rediff.com14 Jan 2019

Cover the spouse under the same policy. A joint life plan offers assurance that one will continue to receive the same financial care in case of an unforeseen loss of a partner, advises Pankaj Razdan.

Already bought insurance? Now read this

Already bought insurance? Now read this

Rediff.com9 Apr 2016

Here are four things to keep in mind after buying life insurance