The Madhya Pradesh government revealed on Wednesday that the allocation for the Laadli Behna scheme has been reduced to Rs 18,669 crore for the fiscal year 2026, down from Rs 18,984 crore in the previous fiscal year. The proposed budget extended insurance and pension coverage for the 1.27 crore women beneficiaries of the CM Ladli … Read more
Smoking and consuming alcohol can have negative effects on one’s health and also while purchasing health insurance. Many individuals acquire health insurance with the expectation of never having to use it, but with the assurance that the policy will be there to assist in case of unforeseen circumstances. Despite common belief, individuals who smoke and … Read more
Maha Kumbh Mela: PhonePe has launched a unique insurance plan specifically for travelers attending the Maha Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh. The Maha Kumbh Mela, known as the largest religious gathering in the world and taking place once every 12 years, will take place from January 13 to February 26, 2025. The insurance plan, … Read more
The Prime Minister’s Jeevan Jyoti Bima Yojana (PMJJBY) is a flagship programme of the NDA government, which was introduced by PM Narendra Modi on May 9, 2015. This life insurance scheme, offered by the central government, provides yearly renewable coverage for death resulting from any cause. According to a statement released on social media platform … Read more
Instances of drunk driving are increasing in India. Earlier this year, the Delhi Traffic Police released a report revealing that 12,468 individuals were charged with drunk driving in the first half of the year, compared to 9,837 cases last year. According to the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988, driving a vehicle with a blood alcohol level … Read more
Digital payments platform PhonePe has recently launched a new feature called ‘pre-approved term life insurance’ on its platform. According to a statement released by PhonePe, this innovative feature aims to enhance the accessibility of insurance coverage for millions of individuals in India. PhonePe’s new initiative is aimed at revolutionising financial inclusion in India. The step … Read more
A survey has highlighted that a majority of policy owners that their insurance premiums have already increased in the last one year much before the Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI) removed the age limit restriction for buying a health insurance policy. In April 2024, the IRDAI removed the age limit restriction for … Read more
Justin Bronder thought he knew exactly what he needed. Bronder, 57, of San Jose, CA, had struggled with his weight for most of his adult life. His job in artificial intelligence took him all over the world, but the long hours and constant travel led to steady weight gain. At his heaviest – 265 pounds … Read more
Wegovy, a new obesity drug, works wonders, but patients struggle for insurance coverage. Source link