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Travel Insurance in India: What Your Policy Covers, What It Excludes and When to Buy

What Indian Travel Insurance Actually Pays ForEvery standard travel insurance policy sold in India, whether from ICICI Lombard, Bajaj Allianz, HDFC Ergo, or Tata AIG, covers a core set of risks that most buyers assume are bigger than they are. Medical emergencies abroad are the headline benefit, and for good…

Times Life

Ringg AI raises $10 million in funding from Peak XV Partners, others

Founded in 2023 by Siddharth Tripathi, Kali Charan Vemuru and Utkarsh Shukla, the startup counts Policybazaar, CRED, Flipkart, Groww and Practo among its customers.

The Economic Times

Student Term Plan: With a big education loan and long repayment years, should you go for it?

Insurers are now offering term insurance plans specifically for students. These new plans provide affordable life coverage for young individuals. Coverage options extend for thirty to forty years, offering long-term financial security. Optional riders for critical illness and accidental death are also available. This initiative aims to secure financial protection…

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NRI life insurance protection plans can be 50–60% cheaper in India: Should you buy here or in your country of residence?

NRIs can buy life insurance in India to protect financial obligations. Additional KYC and underwriting requirements apply for non-resident Indians. Premiums are paid through NRE, NRO, or FCNR accounts, and currency fluctuations matter. Country of residence impacts premiums and underwriting due to risk assessments. The location of financial responsibilities guides…

The Economic Times

Jefferies' Chris Wood sells HDFC Bank, PB Fintech shares to buy 2 new stocks

Jefferies' Christopher Wood is reshuffling his India long-only model portfolio, dropping HDFC Bank and PB Fintech's PolicyBazaar in favor of Multi Commodity Exchange of India (MCX) and eyewear retailer Lenskart Solutions. The move, detailed in his GREED & fear report, signals a shift toward exchange infrastructure and consumer retail plays.

The Economic Times

PB Fintech shares gain 2% after Q1 results. Why Morgan Stanley, Nomura see up to 25% downside

PB Fintech shares rose after the Policybazaar parent reported a 92% YoY jump in Q1 FY27 net profit to Rs 163 crore. Operating revenue grew 40% to Rs 1,888 crore, while total insurance premium increased 41% to Rs 8,372 crore. PAT margin also improved to 9% from 6% a year…

The Economic Times

Stocks in news: PB Fintech, LIC, Trent, Ola Electric, and Cipla

In a day of mixed economic signals, Indian markets displayed notable volatility before settling at a flat close. PB Fintech enjoyed a substantial rise in profits thanks to robust growth in insurance premiums. ONGC is also gearing up to ink deals with Venezuela for managing oil blocks. Simultaneously, Ola Electric…

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PB Fintech Q1 Results: Policybazaar parent's profit soars 92% to Rs 163 crore as insurance premium grows 41%

PB Fintech reported a 92% year-on-year rise in Q1FY27 consolidated profit to Rs 163 crore, driven by robust insurance premium growth, higher operating revenue and improving margins. Operating revenue rose 40%, while total insurance premium increased 41%, supported by strong protection and health insurance demand.

The Economic Times

Policybazaar parent’s Q1 profit jumps 92% driven by margin gains

The Gurugram-based company’s net profit for the quarter jumped 92% year-on-year (YoY) to Rs 163 crore as operating margins recorded significant improvement, and its Ebitda (earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortisation) expanded fourfold to Rs 139 crore. PB Fintech’s post-tax profit is larger than its Ebitda because the company…

The Economic Times

Policybazaar concludes sixth season of Jeeto Apna Ghar rewards programme

Policybazaar celebrated its Jeeto Apna Ghar program's sixth season for sales teams. This initiative now includes services teams, recognizing customer journey excellence. Over fifty houses and thirty-four cars have been awarded since its inception. This season saw ten employees win homes and ten others win cars. The program rewards employees…

The Economic Times

NRIs can now buy term insurance in USD from India: Policybazaar explains how new plan protects against currency risk

Non-Resident Indians can now purchase US dollar-denominated term insurance plans in India. These plans are available through Policybazaar's partner insurers at GIFT City. Premiums and claim payouts will be processed in US dollars, addressing currency depreciation risks. This initiative allows global Indians to access internationally aligned financial products within India.

The Economic Times

How much health insurance cover do you need? Here’s the ideal cover for ₹10 lakh, ₹20 lakh, ₹30 lakh, and ₹50 lakh annual income as per experts

Soaring medical costs, with surgery expenses up 250-300%, necessitate robust health insurance. Experts advise a minimum of Rs 10-15 lakh for individuals and Rs 15-25 lakh for families, with higher coverage for metro residents and seniors. Pairing a base policy with a super top-up plan offers cost-effective protection against escalating…

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From Rs 4,900 crore to Rs 41,300 crore: How Sanjeev Bikhchandani turned 135 startups into a 743% return machine

Sanjeev Bikhchandani's Info Edge has achieved remarkable capital compounding, deploying Rs 4,900 crore across 135 startups since 2007, now valued at Rs 41,300 crore. Early bets on companies like Zomato and Policybazaar have transformed India's digital landscape. Info Edge's strategic investments in AI and deeptech, even before the global surge,…

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Info Edge says it invested Rs 1,003 crore on AI, deeptech startups since 2020

Info Edge, the parent of Naukri, has significantly boosted its AI and deeptech investments, pouring Rs 1,003 crore into 54 startups since 2020. The company's AI portfolio is valued at Rs 1,268 crore, showing a strong return, while its deeptech investments are valued at Rs 559 crore. Many of its…

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Home loan insurance: Protecting the dream home without paying more than you need to

Home loan insurance is emerging as an important financial safeguard for Indian homebuyers, helping families manage outstanding loan liabilities in unforeseen circumstances. With rising homeownership and larger loan sizes, more borrowers are actively seeking protection solutions that offer both affordability and flexibility. The article explores the benefits of home loan…

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Policybazaar founder warns of insurance squeeze; IT's buying spree

Happy Wednesday! Policybazaar’s Yashish Dahiya has warned that proposed commission caps could disrupt the insurance distribution industry. This and more in today’s ETtech Morning Dispatch.

The Economic Times

Commission caps to pose existential threat to insurance distributors: Policybazaar’s Yashish Dahiya

Policybazaar faces potential business disruption from IRDAI's proposed commission caps, prompting consideration of an insurance manufacturing license. Yashish Dahiya, the group chairman of PB Fintech, said the company has shared its concerns with the regulator about the potential impact of such caps on the industry, but added that there is…

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PB Fintech shares in focus after founders sell stake worth Rs 665 crore in Policybazaar parent

PB Fintech founders sold shares worth Rs 665 crore. Yashish Dahiya and Alok Bansal offloaded stock on Friday. Major investors like Goldman Sachs and Morgan Stanley bought these shares. This follows previous stake sales by the founders. PB Fintech reported strong revenue and profit growth for the January-March quarter. The…

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Sensex, Nifty end 2022 with over 4% gains: How markets outperformed global peers

NEW DELHI: When the year began, investors were looking forward to a rally similar to the past 2 years where the bulls were in charge. However, 1 month into 2022 and bears took over as markets reeled under uncertainties brought in by the Russia-Ukraine war.

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Security firm finds flaws in Indian online insurance broker

A cybersecurity firm informed a major Indian online insurance brokerage last month that critical vulnerabilities in its network could expose sensitive personal and financial data from at least 11 million customers

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