India

Competition Commission of India clears central bank on acquisitions

The central bank proposed stakes in both life and general entities of Future Generali.

Indian life sector’s new business premiums expected to rise in FY 2025

The industry could maintain a growth rate of 13% in the next 3-5 years.

India’s LIC cuts first-year commission to 20% 

This adjustment brings the total first-year commission down from 35% to 28%.

GIC Re maintains strong capitalisation in FY 2024

In FY 2024, the company reported a consolidated ROE of 9.5%.

Indian health insurance sector slated for 12.8% CAGR by 2028

The industry is also forecast to grow by 15% in 2024.

India launches pension system for all ages, infancy to 70 

NPS Vatsalya allows accounts to be opened for children.

Gen Zs, Millennials drive 85% of total insurance sales

Gen Z and Millennial advisors conduct most of their business online.

Mumbai broker expands in Dubai

The division will serve as a regional hub for MENA markets.

Public insurers lag behind private in Indian market

Health and motor insurance were key growth drivers for private insurers.

India eyes turnaround plan for public insurers

The upcoming Ind AS 117 is expected to recalibrate solvency ratios.

Allianz Commercial India appoints new head of cyber security

She has more than a decade's worth of experience.

ECGC’s risk-adjusted capitalistation at strongest level in medium-term

As a monoline credit insurer, it insures about 40% of total export credit by banks.

Indians regret delaying term insurance start

Only 11% review their coverage annually.

Sunshine Capital dives into insurance broking

This move aims to capitalise on the anticipated growth in India's insurance sector.