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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.
Max Financial shares in focus after board approves ₹2,000 crore fundraise via QIP
The proceeds will primarily be used to meet the funding requirements of its material subsidiary, Axis Max Life Insurance, to support business growth and expansion, with the remaining amount earmarked for general corporate purposes.
Middle East tensions: Indian insurers review marine cargo exposure, ICICI Lombard hikes war-risk premium
Indian insurers are reviewing marine cargo exposures in the Persian Gulf, Strait of Hormuz, and Red Sea due to escalating geopolitical tensions. ICICI Lombard is assessing shipments and introducing a 0.25% war-risk premium for Gulf-linked cargo, while existing policies remain in force. This reassessment aims to manage risks and ensure compliance with war-risk provisions.
HDFC ERGO General Insurance elevates Parthanil Ghosh as MD & CEO; to take charge from April 16
HDFC ERGO General Insurance has elevated Parthanil Ghosh as MD & CEO, effective April 16, subject to regulatory approvals, succeeding Anuj Tyagi.
HDFC ERGO General Insurance names Parthanil Ghosh as MD & CEO
HDFC ERGO General Insurance has appointed Parthanil Ghosh as its new Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer. Ghosh will assume leadership from Anuj Tyagi. This significant change is scheduled to take effect from April 16, 2026. The decision has received approval from the company's Board of Directors. Regulatory clearances are pending.
NHAI-backed Raajmarg Infra InvIT IPO opens on March 11: Check price band and other details
Ahead of the issue opening, the InvIT raised ₹1,728 crore from anchor investors including Life Insurance Corporation of India, ICICI Prudential Life Insurance, Kotak Mahindra Life Insurance and Bajaj Allianz Life Insurance.
US-Iran war puts ₹70,000 cr dent in LIC's portfolio; banks, L&T worst hit
Holdings in SBI, ICICI Bank and HDFC Bank accounted for more than one-fifth of the losses for Life Insurance Corporation of India; while L&T alone created a 11 per cent dent, shows ACE Equity data.
IRDAI nod for Allianz Jio Reinsurance and Kiwi General
IRDAI has issued Certificates of Registration to Allianz Jio Reinsurance and Kiwi General Insurance, granting them final approval to begin operations. Allianz Jio Reinsurance is a joint venture between Allianz Group and Jio Financial Services, while Kiwi General Insurance is supported by WestBridge Capital and former Tata AIG chief Neelesh Garg.
IRDAI nod for Allianz Jio Reinsurance and Kiwi General
IRDAI has issued Certificates of Registration to Allianz Jio Reinsurance and Kiwi General Insurance, granting them final approval to begin operations. Allianz Jio Reinsurance is a joint venture between Allianz Group and Jio Financial Services, while Kiwi General Insurance is supported by WestBridge Capital and former Tata AIG chief Neelesh Garg.
Bajaj Finserv reports steady February premiums from general, life insurance arms
Bajaj Finserv said its insurance subsidiaries reported steady premium collections in February, with Bajaj General Insurance underwriting ₹1,094 crore and Bajaj Life Insurance reporting total premiums of ₹1,281 crore.
Go Digit gets GST demand of ₹155 crore, ₹15 crore penalty from Chennai tax authority
Shares of Go Digit General Insurance Ltd ended at ₹334.35, up by ₹10.45, or 3.23%, on the BSE.