Budget 2025: Hike in 80D deduction limit, insurance for all, tax relief – insurers list their wishes for FM

Budget 2025: Hike in 80D deduction limit, insurance for all, tax relief – insurers list their wishes for FM

Budget expectations: The upcoming Union Budget for 2025, scheduled to be announced on February 1, is anticipated to bring forth reforms to bolster the expansion and reach of the insurance industry in India. Given the sector’s upward trajectory in recent times, industry experts are optimistic about initiatives that could promote financial inclusivity and stability.  Insurers … Read more

Budget 2024: Higher tax exemption limit to reduction in GST rate, what is insurance sector expecting this time

Budget 2024: Higher tax exemption limit to reduction in GST rate, what is insurance sector expecting this time

Union Budget 2024: Indian insurance firms have been expecting various tax exemptions from the Central government in the upcoming Union Budget to improve the appeal and accessibility of insurance products, thus encouraging wider adoption across the country. Insurers specialising in life coverage are advocating for tax relief on annuities and a reduction in the goods and … Read more

Loan facility for life insurance plans: Know procedure to borrow funds against your policy

Loan facility for life insurance plans: Know procedure to borrow funds against your policy

The Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (Irdai) recently declared that all life insurance savings products should offer a policy loan feature to assist policyholders with their financial needs.  The master circular stated the facility of partial withdrawal under pension products is allowed enabling the policyholders to meet their specific financial needs for important … Read more