‘Jio, LIC and now…’: Insurance expert reacts to new players in general insurance sector

‘Jio, LIC and now…’: Insurance expert reacts to new players in general insurance sector

Baba Ramdev’s Patanjali Ayurved, a prominent Indian consumer goods company, has made its foray into the general insurance industry through the acquisition of a majority stake in Magma General Insurance. According to the agreement, Patanjali Ayurved and DS Group, the maker of Rajnigandha, will purchase Magma General Insurance from Sanoti Properties LLP for a valuation … Read more

LIC shares surge over 2% on discussions to acquire 50% stake in ManipalCigna Health

LIC shares surge over 2% on discussions to acquire 50% stake in ManipalCigna Health

Shares of the state-owned insurer Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) jumped 2.4% to Rs 938.45 on the BSE as the company eyes an acquisition of as much as 50% stake in ManipalCigna Health Insurance, seeking an entry into the market for medical expenses coverage. ManipalCigna is a joint venture between Manipal Education & Medical … Read more