IRDA in India

Methodology for tranfer of risks under Indian Motor Third Party Declined Risk Insurance Pool .....

The Insurance Regulatory Development Authority (IRDA) is set to raise premium rates for third-party motor insurance policies by up to 20 per cent for 2012-13.

Introduction: Insurance agents are the most important channel of intermediation in the insurance business in India. Recognizing the importance of the agents in the procurement and servicing of insurance policies,…

India's insurance sector may see de-growth of 13-14 per cent this fiscal, according to the IRDA Chairman Mr Harinarayan

Insurance sector has developed a ‘high brand recall in terms of stability and reliability' Mr J. Hari Narayan, Chairman, IRDA (Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority), has the reputation of being…

With the amount of money laundered globally in one year estimated at 2 – 5% of the global GDP, or $800 billion - $2 trillion ; the financial services industry…

Following directions from the Delhi High Court last September to provide health insurance to people living with HIV/AIDS (PLHA), the Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority (Irda) has released the draft…

Change in the regulatory environment, which has compelled insurers to cut distribution costs, is leading life companies to look at new low-cost channels for distribution. A spate of companies, including…

IRDA has sought views/feedback on the Cross-selling of products in financial services, including insurance products, is common. Insurance products may be bundled with other financial services or with goods. 

The health insurance segment of the insurance industry has been growing significantly. The IRDA has underpinned the growth of this market by registration of standalone health insurance companies, by nurturing…