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IRDAI cuts insurer share-transfer fee by 80%; clarifies IPO, ESOP and merger rules

November 3 2026

The regulator's master circular also introduces detailed disclosure requirements for insurer IPOs, clarifies ESOP approval thresholds and sets documentation standards for mergers and business transfer...

Hanwha Life plans US$604m subordinated bond issuance

October 22 2026

The capital raise comes amid potential capital pressures from the Acuon Capital acquisition and upcoming subordinated debt redemptions.

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Indian insurtech Turtlemint injects US$15.7m into broking arm

October 16 2026

The investment will help fund TIB's working capital requirements, including lease payments for existing properties.

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Taiwan proposes easing rules for insurer investment in VC firms, health businesses

October 9 2026

The proposed changes could expand insurers' role in funding Taiwan's technology ecosystem and preventive health initiatives.

LINA Life injects US$37m into sales subsidiary LINA One

October 8 2026

The latest injection takes total capital support to about US$108m, as the unit continues to face losses and tighter commission rules.

WILLIS RE APPOINTS NEIL ECKERT AS CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER

Willis Re appoints Neil Eckert as CEO

September 9 2026

The reinsurance veteran will assume the role upon completion of his existing contractual commitments.

India to sell up to 6.5% stake in LIC through offer for sale

August 4 2026

The stake sale is aimed at helping LIC meet public shareholding requirements while raising at least ₹120.8bn through the base offer.

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Indian insurtech Turtlemint opens IPO with US$93m fundraise target

June 19 2026

Part of the IPO proceeds will be invested in its subsidiary, Turtlemint Insurance Broking Services, to meet working capital requirements.

India to divest up to 5% stake in GIC Re

June 16 2026

The planned stake sale in GIC Re forms part of the government’s broader divestment strategy, as the reinsurer reports reduced underwriting losses.

India eyes US$1bn LIC stake sale next month — Report

May 28 2026

The government is reportedly planning to divest around 2% in the state-owned life insurer as part of efforts to meet public shareholding requirements.

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Acko prepares for 2027 IPO with US$2bn–US$2.5bn valuation target — report

April 27 2026

The digital insurer has appointed three banks and plans to file draft papers through a confidential route in H2 2026, sources said.

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Turtlemint eyes US$71m raise in India public market debut

April 8 2026

Insurtech plans to fund its next phase of growth through heavier technology investment even as losses persist.

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