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Jio, Allianz form 50-50 joint venture to set up non-life insurance company
The partnership will harness Jio’s massive digital reach and Allianz’s global expertise to build a ‘new model’ for general and health insurance in India, the two companies said on Wednesday.
Allianz, Jio Financial Services ink 50:50 insurance JV to tap India’s growing market
Jio Financial Services and Allianz Group are partnering to launch a new insurance venture in India. This 50:50 joint venture will offer general and health insurance solutions. It combines Jio's digital reach with Allianz's global insurance expertise. The venture aims to expand insurance access for individuals and businesses. Operations will commence after regulatory approvals.
ICICI Lombard General Insurance shares in focus after Q4 net profit rises 7%. What are Morgan Stanley, HDFC Securities saying?
Shares of ICICI Lombard General Insurance Company are likely to be in focus after reporting stable Q4 FY26 performance, with profit after tax rising 7.3% year-on-year to Rs 547 crore. The company saw improved combined ratio, strong premium growth, and maintained a robust solvency position, while brokerages remained mixed on ratings and target prices.
ICICI Lombard Q4 net profit up 7% to ₹547 crore on 17% premium growth; ₹7 dividend declared
Shares of ICICI Lombard General Insurance Co Ltd ended at ₹1,859.25, up by ₹74.40, or 4.17%, on the BSE.
Muthoot Finance seeks shareholder nod for entry into insurance distribution biz
Muthoot Finance is gearing up for a pivotal growth phase as it seeks shareholder approval to venture into the insurance distribution arena. This bold step encompasses a wide range of offerings, including life, general, and health insurance products, marking the company's ambition to become a comprehensive corporate agent in India's insurance landscape.
Muthoot Finance plans entry into insurance distribution business
Muthoot Finance seeks shareholder approval to amend its charter and enter insurance distribution as a corporate agent across life, general and health segments in India
GIC Re receives ₹350 crore income tax demand notice for FY23; to file appeal at NFAC
Shares of General Insurance Corporation of India ended at ₹397.65, up by ₹9.20, or 2.37%, on the BSE.
General insurance reports 9% GWP growth in FY26
India's general insurance sector saw robust growth in FY26. Gross written premium increased by 9%, reaching ₹3.36 lakh crore. This expansion was fueled by private insurers and strong demand for health and motor policies. Standalone health insurers outperformed, showing a significant 22% rise. This segment continues to be a key driver for the industry's overall success.
DG Shipping orders ports to pass export concessions upfront, flags war-risk charges
India's Directorate General of Shipping is ensuring exporters with stranded Gulf-bound cargo receive immediate concessions. Ports must pass on waivers directly, not through reimbursements. Shipping lines must also transparently reflect war-risk insurance premium revisions in freight charges. This move aims to protect exporter interests and maintain operational continuity during the ongoing crisis.
General insurance March data: ICICI Lombard grows 21% vs industry 8%
ICICI Lombard leads with 21% March premium growth versus industry 8%, Niva Bupa outperforms health peers, overall general insurance expansion stays moderate.
Coal India's arm CMPDIL raises ₹470 cr via anchor investors ahead of IPO
Central Mine Planning and Design Institute (CMPDIL), an arm of state-owned Coal India, on Wednesday said it has mobilised Rs 470 crore from anchor investors, ahead of its initial share-sale opening for public subscription. Life Insurance Corporation (LIC), Nippon India Mutual Fund (MF), Edelweiss MF, ICICI Prudential MF, Baring Private Equity India Fund, General Insurance Corporation of India and Edelweiss Life Insurance Corporation are among the anchor investors, according to a circular uploaded on BSE's website. Also, Societe Generale, Citigroup, Goldman Sachs and BNP Paribas Financial Markets participated in the anchor round. As per the circular, the state-owned firm allotted 2.73 crore equity shares to 22 funds at Rs 172 per piece, aggregating the transaction size to Rs 469.74 crore. Of these funds, LIC has been allocated shares to the tune of Rs 105 crore. CMPDIL's Rs 1,842-crore initial public offering (IPO) will open for subscription on March 20 and conclude on March 24. T
Shriram General Insurance launches 'Shri Health Suraksha 2.0'
In response to evolving healthcare needs, Shriram General Insurance Company announced the launch of Shri Health Suraksha 2.0, an enhanced health insurance suite engineered for greater flexibility and 'all-inclusive' protection. This indemnity plan addresses critical gaps in traditional coverage by removing standard caps on room charges and adding unlimited restoration benefits.