General Insurance

Industry

GIC Re pushes 50-50 international goal into long term as foreign book shrinks

GIC Re expects it could take three to four years to rebuild its foreign premium to ₹18,000 crore as softer reinsurance rates reduce premiums earned on the same risks.

2 min read17 Aug 2026
Companies

ICICI Lombard shifts focus from risk transfer to risk management

On Monday, the general insurer launched 25 products and features to mark 25 years of operations, many of which are backed by technology and artificial intelligence.

1 min read3 Aug 2026
Insurance

Why the RBI is concerned about three state-run general insurers

National Insurance, Oriental Insurance and United India Insurance have remained below solvency norms for five straight quarters despite improved financial performance and past government capital infusion.

5 min read3 Jul 2026
Markets

GIC OFS opens for retail investors today. Should you participate or not?

GIC shares fell over 3% to ₹347.90 apiece on BSE in Wednesday's trading session as the OFS opened for retail investors. Check the OFS details, along with experts' opinions on whether retail investors should participate.

3 min read17 Jun 2026
Companies

GIC Re offer for sale subscribed 3.72 times on day 1; govt to offer additional 3% stake

The expanded 5% divestment could raise up to ₹3,075 crore for the Centre as the bidding shifts to retail investors and employees on Wednesday.

2 min read16 Jun 2026
Markets

GIC share price falls 6% as OFS for non-retail investors opens today. Issue size, price, discount, other key details

The government on Monday announced the stake sale, aiming to divest up to 5% of its holding in the company. Here's all you need to know about the offer.

2 min read16 Jun 2026
Companies

Acko said to file for $300-million IPO by Sept, eyes $2 billion valuation

The Acko IPO, draft papers of which will be filed by September, is expected to include a fresh issue of shares as well as an offer for sale by existing investors.

3 min read9 Jun 2026
Money

Why finding the right insurance agent matters as much as choosing the best policy

While aggregators may be cheaper, a dedicated agent provides vital advocacy during claim disputes and disclosures. But since commission structures make it nearly impossible to switch agents later, here's how to make the right choice.

6 min read18 May 2026
Markets

India today is far less fragile than before: Nippon India MF’s Sailesh Raj Bhan

Nippon India Mutual Fund's CIO Sailesh Raj Bhan says India's economy is structurally more resilient than in previous cycles, and current market weakness represents an accumulation opportunity for long-term investors.

4 min read10 May 2026
Industry

Ageas open to more India investment, eyes top-10 life insurer spot

In India, Ageas operates in the life insurance space through its venture with Federal Bank–Ageas Federal Life Insurance where it holds 70% stake

3 min read24 Apr 2026