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Govt health expenditure rises to 1.84% of GDP

New Delhi: The share of government health expenditure in India’s GDP has risen from 1.13% in 2014-15 to 1.84% in 2021-22, according to the National Health Account (NHA) estimates for 2020-21 and 2021-22, released on Wednesday.

States fail to reach consensus on GST relief on health insurance premiums

New Delhi: States remain divided over a proposal to exempt health insurance premiums from Goods and Services Tax (GST), with the Fitment Committee—comprising revenue officials from both state and Union governments—struggling to agree on this contentious issue, media reports said.

GST on health and life insurance premiums may be reduced: Report

New Delhi/IBNS: The Goods and Services Tax (GST) rate on the premium paid on health and life insurance may be reduced as a proposal in this regard has been sent to the GST rate rationalisation committee, CNBC-Awaaz reported on Thursday (Aug 8) citing sources familiar with the development.

IRDAI sets 3-hour limit to settle cashless health claims

Mumbai/IBNS: The Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI), an autonomous and statutory body under the jurisdiction of the Union Ministry of Finance, has released a new master circular on health insurance, in which it instructs insurers to decide on cashless authorisation within one hour of receiving a request.

IRDAI removes health insurance age limit, makes big changes in pre-existing disease policies

New Delhi: The Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI) has ended the age limit, effective April 1, 2024, for buying health insurance policies, signalling a crucial change in India’s insurance sector.

ManipalCigna garners 38 per cent GWP growth in East India in financial year 22-23

Health insurance company ManipalCigna has garnered 38 per cent gross written premium (GWP) growth in East India in the financial year 22-23.

Aditya Birla Health Insurance unveils 'Activ One' which promises to cover 100 pct returns to policyholders

Aditya Birla Health Insurance Co. Limited ('ABHICL'), the health insurance arm of Aditya Birla Capital, on Thursday, announced the launch of ‘Activ One’ which the company promises to provide simplified and comprehensive healthcare solution, including 100 percent returns, to policyholders.

Star Health and Allied Insurance expands operation in Jammu & Kashmir

Kolkata: Star Health and Allied Insurance Tuesday announced the expansion of its business and customer service in Jammu and Kashmir with five new branches in the region, according to an official release.

Budget 2022 Expectations: GST cut on premium, hike tax exemption to boost penetration, health insurance sector urges Centre

Kolkata: The Covid-19 pandemic has firmly asserted the importance of health insurance more than ever, the industry captains have said, demanding a GST rate cut on premium along with hike in tax exemption and giving infrastructure status to healthcare facilities in Union Budget 2022-23 in order to boost the penetration of health insurance in India.

Things to Consider When Deciding Health Insurance Plans

The pandemic has shown many consequences. One of which is not having enough funds to manage your medical emergencies, especially without health insurance plans. Sooner or later, people realized the importance of health insurance in their life. However, buying a new policy creates a stir in mind with so many options available. Comparison is a must, but what should be the parameters? Here is a complete guide to help you focus on a few specific points that need to be taken care of while purchasing health insurance plans.

SBI General Insurance launches 'Arogya Supreme' Health Insurance plan

New Delhi/UNI: SBI General Insurance, one of India’s leading general insurers, has announced the launch of a comprehensive health insurance plan named ‘Arogya Supreme’ on Thursday.

Indian insurance regulator closely monitoring policy holder services during pandemic, say key officials

Kolkata/IBNS: Efficient & timely insurance services to policy holders are the need of the hour, said Suresh Mathur, Executive Director, Health Insurance, Surveyors, IMF & Reinsurance, Insurance Regulatory & Development Authority of India (IRDAI).

Covid-19: IRDAI asks insurers to settle policyholders' claims on cashless basis

New Delhi/IBNS: Insurance regulator IRDAI on Friday asked the insurers to settle the claims of policyholders on cashless basis after reports emerged that some hospitals demanded cash payments from Covid-19 patients.

Health insurance, micro-pension products to be available soon on WhatsApp

Mumbai/IBNS: Users of messaging app WhatsApp in India will have access to a string of “critical financial and livelihood services” for which talks are going on with leading banks and service providers.

Hike in health insurance premium hits India's middle class aid COVID-19 pandemic

New Delhi/UNI: The Coronavirus pandemic has led to a steep hike in health insurance premium by 250-300 per cent, which poses a big challenge to the middle class families.