Political risk, not surgical strikes, has companies seeking insurance

Threats from IS militants, the Syrian conflict and the migrant crisis in Europe are some of the recent risks that have companies worried, says M Saraswathy. Political risk cover is gaining......

More Indian companies opt for terrorism insurance

While proposals for covers in volatile markets aren't denied, premiums are much higher - by as much as 100-600%. Image: Threats from Islamic State militants, the Syrian conflict, violence by Boko......

Buying health insurance? Honesty is the best policy

If you contract a disease a few years after buying health cover, disclosure isn't mandatory.But if you want to increase the sum assured, premiums could go up, experts tell Priyadarshini Maji.......

Here's some good news for insurance buyers

After the Delhi high court's ruling, blanket exclusion of genetic disorders from coverage is likely to become a thing of the past.Sanjay Kumar Singh reports. A recent judgment by the Delhi high......