[caption id="attachment_21720" align="alignleft" width="169"] Dr. Rakesh Agarwal[/caption] The recent amendment to India’s insurance laws marks one of the most consequential regulatory reforms in the sector since liberalisation. With the passage…
From the Editors Desk As the digital wave sweeps across industries, insurance-traditionally seen as paperwork-intensive and relationship-driven-is undergoing a tectonic transformation. A digital-first approach is no longer a competitive advantage;…
From the Editors Desk Insurance fraud is a silent but severe threat to the integrity, sustainability, and growth of the insurance sector in India. The Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority…
From the Editors Desk In a progressive step aimed at strengthening the resilience of the Indian banking system, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has proposed moving towards a risk-based…
In recent months, India has witnessed devastating losses due to excessive rains-triggering floods, landslides, and infrastructure collapses. The damage has been especially severe in mountainous regions like Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand,…
The Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI) has released a draft proposal mandating the appointment of an Internal Insurance Ombudsman (IIO) within all insurance companies operating in India…
The recent tragic air crash has once again shaken the world’s confidence in aviation safety, highlighting vulnerabilities not only in operational protocols but also in the mechanisms designed to financially…
In today’s unpredictable business environment, Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) has emerged not just as a protective mechanism but as a strategic enabler. For Indian corporates and insurers alike, the shift from a compliance-focused…
India’s health insurance sector has been on a growth trajectory, with double-digit annual expansion and increased awareness post-pandemic. Yet, beneath this surface of progress lies a deepening fault line—the growing…
As the insurance and risk management industry undergoes profound transformation—driven by regulatory reforms, technological advancements, climate risks, and evolving customer expectations—the need for Continuous Professional Development (CPD) has never been…