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Friday, September 25, 2026

Distribution

IRDAI proposes new commission caps, lower expense limits as distribution costs outpace premium growth
IRDAI proposes commission caps and lower expense limits, rattling insurance stocks
September 24 2026
IRDAI found commissions paid to sampled general insurance brokers rose 173% between FY2023 and FY2025, while premiums grew 37%.
Zurich Kotak General launches digital solution for SMEs
Zurich Kotak General launches digital solution for SMEs 
September 22 2026
The offering provides SMEs with bundled coverage tailored to their unique risk profiles, eliminating the need to purchase and manage multiple policies.
Oriental Insurance earmarks US$52m for digital overhaul, direct distribution push
Oriental Insurance earmarks US$52m for digital overhaul, direct distribution push
September 21 2026
The state-owned insurer plans to strengthen data infrastructure, cybersecurity and digital claims capabilities while expanding direct-to-customer insurance distribution.
Excited to welcome Jeremy Khaw and Mandy Liaw to the bolttech Singapore team.
Bolttech adds Jeremy Khaw and Mandy Liaw to Singapore team
September 1 2026
The new hires bring experience across broking and agency distribution as the insurtech builds out its regional operations.
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Prudential, HCL-backed health insurer begins operations in India
August 20 2026
The technology-first health insurer aims to deliver personalised protection for Indian families.
Five executives in suits cut a ceremonial ribbon at a launch event, flanked by orange and blue lion dancers on stage with a blue backdrop.
Ascend Asia opens Singapore wealth centre
August 6 2026
The move marks the latest expansion by Ascend Asia following a recent insurance distribution partnership with FWD.
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Manulife Hong Kong and Macau promotes Carrie Tong to chief distribution officer
July 29 2026
She has been with the business since 2015 and most recently served as Chief Operations Officer.
SBI Life insurance homepage hero with the slogan 'In every unspoken thought...' and a pink Hindi line 'Bin Samjhaaye, Sirf Maa Samajhti Hai' beside the SBI Life logo.
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.
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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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