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Blackstone and former HDFC ERGO chief move ahead with India general insurer plan — Report

The proposed venture could become the first new insurer with 90% foreign ownership since India liberalised its insurance sector's FDI limits.

By

Gloria Methri

July 23, 2026

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2 min read

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