Distribution

SBI Life posts 29% VNB growth in Q1 amid rising claims and costs

July 27 2026

Protection and non-participating products played a bigger role in new business generation for SBI Life in the first quarter of India's financial year.

Zurich General Malaysia signs bancatakaful partnership with MBSB Bank

July 24 2026

The partnership gives Zurich General Takaful access to MBSB's customer base and branch network.

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IRDAI proposes tighter disclosure norms for intermediaries earning over US$1.05m in commissions

June 23 2026

The proposed amendments seek greater transparency and tighter oversight of sales practices for insurance intermediaries.

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India’s central bank eases non-banking financial companies insurance distribution rules

June 16 2026

RBI’s revised framework simplifies entry for NBFCs in insurance distribution while maintaining IRDAI-led approvals and customer protection requirements.

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Liberty shifts to direct underwriting model with new Australian crop product

June 12 2026

The new CropPlus product includes automatic frost cover and premium discounts for data-sharing Australian growers.

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GIAJ steps up reform push, risk awareness as catastrophe exposure rises

June 11 2026

The association is prioritising distribution oversight, strengthening corporate risk management, and advancing digital and regulatory reforms amid mounting catastrophe risks.

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PE-backed insurer Kiwi General debuts in India with motor product, adviser-led strategy

June 8 2026

Co-founded by former Tata AIG CEO Neelesh Garg, the Indian start-up is eyeing a broader product rollout, including commercial vehicle and group health offerings, in the coming months.