health insurance

New Delhi, April 10 The Asian Development Bank (ADB) said on Friday that India can strengthen its social protection efforts by adopting an "integrated social protection framework" that aims to reduce duplication of benefits, improve targeting, and free up fiscal resources for long-term growth...

Shimla, April 9 Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu said on Thursday that under the HimCare scheme, government hospitals will be paid the lower amount between the actual cost of treatment and the fixed package rate.He was presiding over a meeting to review positive reforms...

On April 6, Rahul Gandhi, leader of the Indian National Congress, accused the AINRC-BJP government in Puducherry of "30 per cent commission" and a "liquor license regime," as well as the manufacture of counterfeit drugs. He stated that the issue of fake medicines was not just about corruption...

Aizawl, April 6 The Mizoram Presbyterian Church (Synod) has called upon its local churches to step in and facilitate health insurance enrollment for underprivileged members, a leader said on Monday.In a circular issued recently, local church committees are encouraged to identify members who...

Chandigarh, April 5 The Mukh Mantri Sehat Yojana has provided cashless medical treatment to over two lakh families in Punjab, easing their financial burden, Health Minister Balbir Singh said on Sunday.The scheme ensures patients receive treatment without worrying about costs, covering services...

Kolkata, April 4 – The Left Front, led by the CPI(M) in West Bengal, released its manifesto for the upcoming state assembly elections on Saturday, with a focus on industrial development and job creation.The manifesto promised to create jobs in both the public and private sectors. This would be...

Kochi, April 2 The Congress-led UDF on Thursday released its manifesto for the April 9 elections to the Kerala Assembly, outlining key welfare measures and development plans for the state.The document states that welfare pensions are not charity but a right, and promises a law to guarantee...

New Delhi, April 2 Rajya Sabha NCP-SCP member Fauzia Khan urged the finance minister on Thursday to direct the insurance regulator, IRDAI, to ease stringent lapse rules in life and health policies by extending the grace period to 90 days from 30 days.Raising the issue during Zero Hour in the...

New Delhi, April 1 A new analysis of data collected as part of India's longitudinal survey of older adults reveals a 12 per cent higher risk of depression when adult children are unemployed.Findings published in the journal Social Science and Medicine also show that the link between older...

New Delhi, March 30 – Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta attended a mass wedding ceremony at Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium on Monday, where she blessed 51 newly married couples, an official said.Addressing the gathering, she said the event was not just about solemnizing marriages, but an inspiring...

Lucknow, March 30 – Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath announced on Monday that the state has set a target to recruit over 5,000 Anganwadi workers and more than 60,000 helpers this year, adding that the process has already begun.Speaking at a programme at Lok Bhawan here after...

Congress President announces five guarantees for AssamLakhimpur, March 29: A massive election rally was held by the Congress in Naoboicha, Lakhimpur district, where senior party leaders addressed voters from five constituencies.The rally was attended by All India Congress Committee President...

In Naoboicha, Assam, Mallikarjun Kharge announced the Congress party's "five guarantees" for the upcoming elections, focusing on women's welfare, universal healthcare, land rights, and justice in the Zubeen Garg case.He also criticized the BJP-led government, accusing it of rampant corruption...

New Delhi, March 27 State-owned Oriental Insurance Company Ltd (OICL) has crossed Rs 20,000 crore in gross premium for the fiscal year 2025-2026, the finance ministry said in a statement on Friday.This development signifies the growing trust of policyholders, intermediaries, and stakeholders...

New Delhi, March 26 India's health insurance sector continues to experience robust growth, growing at a rate of around 9 per cent, with total health insurance premium volume exceeding ₹1.2 lakh crore in 2024-25.This growth reflects increasing awareness, improved access to healthcare financing...

New Delhi, March 26 Turtlemint Fintech Solutions Ltd, which is expected to launch its initial public offering (IPO) in May, plans to invest over ₹218 crore in cloud and server-related infrastructure, as well as strengthening its technology and product development teams, as it looks to drive...

Kozhikode, March 25 – Congress leader Rahul Gandhi intensified his criticism of both the BJP and the ruling LDF in Kerala on Wednesday, alleging a tacit understanding between the two formations ahead of the April 9 Assembly elections.He also unveiled a set of welfare guarantees for women...

New Delhi, March 25 India's healthcare sector is projected to reach USD 700 billion by 2030, but its financing architecture remains fragmented and under-penetrated, with out-of-pocket spending still accounting for a large share of healthcare expenditure, according to a report.The country's...

Chandigarh, March 25 The Aam Aadmi Party announced a 10-day statewide outreach campaign in Punjab to mark the fourth anniversary of the Bhagwant Mann government.Punjab AAP chief Aman Arora said that around 16,000 rallies, public meetings, and "nukkad" meetings will be held across the state to...

Chandigarh, March 25 Punjab Health Minister Dr. Balbir Singh said on Wednesday that the Mukh Mantri Sehat Yojna is helping to ensure timely treatment for newborns and young children without financial or administrative delays.Under the scheme, families receive cashless health coverage of up to...