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EPF wage ceiling hiked to Rs 25,000: How much employees gain and what it costs the government

In a significant move, the government has lifted the provident fund wage ceiling to Rs 25,000 monthly, bringing over 51 lakh new employees into the fold of social security. This adjustment is projected to cost the Centre Rs 11,339 crore annually. As a result, more individuals will benefit from mandatory…

The Economic Times

Census Counts 26.7 Million People Uninsured All of 2025, a Baseline Before Most Coverage Changes Take Effect

The Census Bureau says 26.7 million people, or 7.9%, had no health coverage at any time in 2025. Here is why that differs from the CDC's 28 million figure.

Medical Daily

NSE IPO: Every Rs 10 move in shares could swing Radhakishan Damani’s wealth by nearly Rs 40 crore

Radhakishan Damani’s 1.58% stake in NSE could see its value swing by nearly Rs 40 crore for every Rs 10 move in the exchange’s share price after listing. His 3.91 crore shares are valued at around Rs 6,980 crore at the upper IPO price band of Rs 1,785.

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Von der Leyen's heatwave plan comes as Europe runs out of time to adapt

Commission President Ursula von der Leyen announced a European Heatwave Plan to anticipate intense heatwaves expected to return next summer. A new Climate Insurance Alliance was also unveiled as the EU struggles to close the financing gap needed to address climate adaptation and mitigation.

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Some Pancreatic Cancer Families Hit Insurance Delays After Rasonque Approval Closed the Drug's Free Early Access Program

FDA approval of the pancreatic cancer pill Rasonque closed its free early access program before some insurers were ready to cover it.

Medical Daily

He trusted Canara Bank for 31 Years, then was sold a life insurance plan that pays at age 93; IRDAI orders Rs 4 lakh refund and ₹1 crore fine for mis-selling

IRDAI has imposed a ₹1 crore penalty on Canara HSBC Life Insurance Company over the sale of a deferred annuity policy to an 88-year-old customer who had been banking with Canara Bank for 31 years. The policy required ₹2 lakh annual premiums for four years and named his 57-year-old daughter…

The Economic Times

U.S. Poverty Fell To A Record Low In 2025. A Broader Measure Came In Higher, New Figures Show.

Child poverty also fell to its lowest recorded level, while the share of Americans without health insurance remained largely unchanged.

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Should You Keep a Separate Savings Account Just for Annual Expenses?

Property taxes, insurance premiums, holiday gifts, annual memberships, and car registration have something frustrating in common: You know they are coming, but they can still feel like surprise expenses. When several land within the same month, even a household with a carefully planned budget can find itself reaching for a…

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Billionaire Charlie Munger, Who Died at 99, Skipped Insurance on His Mansion Since He Could Just Write a Check to Rebuild — ‘All Intelligent People Do It My Way’

Charlie Munger explained why he self-insured against some risks after becoming wealthy, saying people should insure against losses they can’t afford and keep manageable risks themselves.

Barchart

Federal Regulators Propose New Rules for How Banks Oversee Outside Technology and Service Providers

Federal banking regulators are proposing a new approach to how banks and credit unions oversee the technology companies, payment processors and other outside businesses they rely on to provide financial services. The Federal Reserve Board, Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation, National Credit Union Administration and Office of the Comptroller of the…

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Appealed Prior Authorization Denials Are Often Overturned, but Reversal Rates Range from 16% to 93% by Insurer

Many insurance denials are reversed on appeal, but odds vary by plan. Learn how internal appeals and external reviews work and what to do first.

Medical Daily

NSE IPO jackpot: 10 PSUs could pocket Rs 12,802 crore from stake sale

NSE’s IPO could deliver a massive windfall to 10 public-sector shareholders, which together could make a profit of around Rs 12,802 crore by selling their shares at the upper price band of Rs 1,785. State Bank of India stands to gain the most, with a potential profit of nearly Rs…

The Economic Times

Nepal farmers lose up to 90% maize to wildlife; 12 documents needed for Rs 10,000 relief

Nepal farmers are reporting substantial crop losses from wildlife, with rhesus macaques, wild boars and porcupines among the animals frequently entering agricultural fields. A 2026 study by the National Trust for Nature Conservation found that households surveyed across 44 local government areas lost an average of 50.3% of their maize…

The Times of India

BFSI hiring shifts beyond Mumbai hubs as credit, fintech, insurance roles gain: Report

Mumbai's BFSI jobs are shifting to satellite areas, with 44.1 percent of postings in FY26. Hiring in Navi Mumbai and Thane grew significantly year-on-year during the first quarter. Credit, insurance, and fintech roles are seeing increased demand and job creation. Many new positions are open to candidates with limited or…

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Lower premium with higher health insurance coverage: Co-pay vs. deductible, which can save you more

Navigating health insurance premiums can be tricky. Understand the crucial differences between deductibles and co-pays. While both share costs, one is fixed, the other a percentage. Discover which could cost you more and how to make the best choice for your financial well-being when medical needs arise.

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Is The Hartford Stock Underperforming the Dow?

While The Hartford has underperformed relative to the Dow over the past year, Wall Street analysts maintain a moderately optimistic outlook on the stock’s prospects.

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Should Retirees Keep Paying for Life Insurance After the Mortgage Is Gone?

Paying off the mortgage can change retirement finances overnight. A household that once needed life insurance to make sure a surviving spouse could keep the...

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You’re going to pay more for health insurance in 2027 as employers see costs jumping for the fifth straight year

Health insurance costs are rising so fast they could eat into workers’ paychecks next year, according to a survey of 1,800 U.S. employers

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CVC-backed Bamboo Insurance targets $3.24 billion valuation in US IPO

Bamboo Insurance is targeting a valuation of up to $3.24 billion in its US IPO, with selling shareholders seeking to raise as much as $700 million. The residential property insurer plans to offer 35 million shares at $18-$20 apiece and list on the New York Stock Exchange under BMB.

The Times of India

Fuel supplies disrupted across Sri Lanka as private firms seek relief from rising costs

Fuel supplies in Sri Lanka have been disrupted after private distributors reduced diesel deliveries, citing steep increases in global fuel, shipping, insurance and security costs amid uncertainty around the Strait of Hormuz.

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The Paid-Off Car vs. New Car Decision Gets Easier When You Run These 5 Numbers

A paid-off car can feel like a financial superhero until the repair bill arrives, while a shiny new car can look like the hero until the monthly payment starts eating the budget. The decision gets much easier when you stop comparing an old car with a new car and start…

Medical Daily

Sept 11 Responders Developing Dementia Find It Is Not on the Federal Program's Covered Conditions List

Researchers link Ground Zero exposure to early dementia, but the World Trade Center Health Program does not cover it. How conditions are added.

The Guardian - US

Disaster insurance, datacenters, right to repair: meet the midterm candidates running on green policies

Some of the everyday struggles animating voters have a climate link lurking in the background

AAP

Labor defends insurance rebate cut as elderly targeted

Moves to scrap extra private health insurance rebates for over-65s won't have a significant impact as analysis shows pensioners will face higher cost.

The Economic Times

Employer-funded life insurance: How group term cover, riders and keyman insurance can strengthen your protection

The base GTL is where most organisations start. Voluntary enhancement provides affordable cover without underwriting hurdles. Riders extend protection to disability and critical illness. Employer employee plans provide continuity despite transitions, and keyman insurance protects the organisation itself.

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