Insurance regulation and policy decisions shape the way the industry operates—and directly influence the rights, responsibilities and choices of policyholders. The Insurance Reporter tracks the latest regulatory developments, government policies, IRDAI decisions and legislative changes, explaining what they mean for insurers, intermediaries, businesses and consumers. Our coverage brings clarity to a constantly evolving regulatory landscape.
IRDAI Extends Deadline for Public Insurance Registry Feedback
IRDAI has extended the deadline for stakeholders to submit feedback on the proposed Public Insurance Registry, allowing more time for…
IRDAI Chairman: Insurance Costs Have Crept Back Up, and the Sector Must Go Back to Being Efficient
IRDAI Chairman Ajay Seth said rising insurance costs are a concern and the sector needs to return to greater efficiency.…
Zerodha-backed Ditto Insurance co-founder flags risks from IRDAI’s reforms
Zerodha-backed Ditto Insurance co-founder has raised concerns over the potential impact of IRDAI’s reforms.
IRDAI Chairman Ajay Seth Defends Distribution Reform Paper, Says Market Reaction Reflects “Mature” Repricing
IRDAI Chairman Ajay Seth said the proposed reforms aim to reshape insurance distribution while addressing market concerns.
IRDAI Appoints Dinesh Pant, Girija Subramanian as New Members
IRDAI has appointed Dinesh Pant and Girija Subramanian as new members, adding experienced insurance professionals to its leadership.
IRDAI moves to ban ‘dark patterns’: you may soon see prices without giving your phone number
IRDAI proposed measures aim to make insurance buying more transparent and consumer-friendly. Customers may soon be able to check policy…
Wrong Policy Sold? IRDAI Wants Agents’ Commission Taken Back
IRDAI proposes commission clawbacks for agents involved in mis-selling or incorrect policy sales, putting greater focus on accountability and consumer…
IRDAI Says Its Commission Experiment Failed. Now It Wants Caps Back
IRDAI has proposed a return to commission caps after finding that its earlier approach to commission payments did not achieve…
Life Insurance Commissions: IRDAI Proposes Caps Based on Premium Payment Term
Life insurance commissions could be capped based on the premium payment term under IRDAI’s proposed distribution reforms.
PB Fintech, Max Financial hit lower circuit as IRDAI proposes commission cuts; HDFC Life tanks
PB Fintech shares, the parent of Policybazaar, hit the 15% lower circuit at ₹1,603 on Thursday morning after the insurance…
IRDAI proposes zero commission on third-party motor cover for new vehicles
IRDAI says in FY25, OEM brokers and motor insurance service providers (MISPs), the dealers who sell insurance, generated ₹29,000 crore…
IRDAI Issues Consultation Paper on Insurance Distribution Reforms
IRDAI seeks stakeholder views on changes aimed at strengthening and streamlining insurance distribution practices.
IRDAI Repeals Dividend Repatriation Approval Norm for Foreign-Owned Insurance Intermediaries
IRDAI: The move simplifies dividend repatriation for foreign-owned insurance intermediaries and eases regulatory requirements.
IRDAI Delegates Penalty Powers To Speed up Enforcement Action Against Insurers, Agents
IRDAI’s move aims to streamline enforcement proceedings and enable quicker action over regulatory violations.
IRDAI Commission Paper to be Directional; Extends Runway for Distributors
IRDAI is preparing a consultation paper on insurance commission structures that will remain directional in nature, without prescribing specific commission…
