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    How scamsters tricked investors of Rs 25 cr through fake apps and stocks

    A woman from Faridabad was cheated out of Rs 7 crore, a businessman from Noida lost Rs 9 crore, and a doctor from Punjab’s Bathinda was defrauded of Rs 6 crore. These are just a few of the victims of a massive scam recently uncovered by India's Enforcement Directorate (ED).

    LIC to invest around Rs 1.30 trillion in stock market in FY25: MD & CEO

    Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) MD and CEO Siddhartha Mohanty has said that the corporation is looking to make fresh investments of around Rs 1.30 trillion in equities during the current financial year.

    LIC world's strongest insurance brand: Brand Finance Insurance Report

    According to the report, Cathay Life Insurance is the second strongest brand, with a 9 per cent increase in brand value to $4.9 billion

    Health insurance policy for the elderly: How to choose the right one

    Rising healthcare costs and inflation are making it increasingly important for senior citizens o have health insurance. As we age, our bodies become more vulnerable to diseases and lifestyle disorders, which can lead to unexpected medical expenses.

    As 6 pvt insurers set to increase term plan premiums, LIC won't raise rates

    As many as six life insurance companies are set to increase their term plan premiums by 10-15 per cent from April, but Life Insurance Corporation (LIC), the largest life insurer in the country, will not raise rates for such schemes.

    LIC's equity portfolio value may be at an all-time high of $86 billion

    The value of equity holdings of Life Insurance Corporation (LIC) has climbed to record levels. At the end of the September quarter, the insurance behemoth’s holding in companies from the top 200 universe stood at $77 billion. Since then, the market has climbed another 12 per cent.

    LIC's portfolio up 34% in FY21 at Rs 5.79 trn; RIL, Infy top contributors

    The study is based on 351 companies' data from Capitaline Plus, where LIC held over 1 percentage point stake in the June quarter. These companies accounted 72% of total m-cap of BSE-listed companies

    Can't deny health claims for policies beyond 8 years, says Irdai

    The Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (Irdai) has ruled that health insurers cannot contest claims by clients who have persisted with their policies for eight years in a row, citing non-disclosure.

    Realty developers may see a 20% fall in housing prices, says Deepak Parekh

    He said it was an excellent buying opportunity for potential homebuyers with job security and savings.

    Changes in I-T rules kick in today; to help govt track taxpayers' income

    The Budget has made PAN and Aadhaar interchangeable, but both have to be linked by September 1

    12 documents you need to file your income tax return this year

    From Form 16 to tax saving investment proofs, a list of documents you need to have by your side while filing ITR

    Not filing your income tax returns on time? You could be prosecuted

    Not filing your income tax returns can lead to prosecution, even if you are entitled to a refund. In a recent decision, the Delhi High Court (HC) held the prosecution proceeding stands committed upon non-filing of income tax return within the prescribed due date under section 139 (1) of the Income-Tax Act.

    LIC views IDBI acquisition as a sound business deal, says Piyush Goyal

    The Life Insurance Company (LIC) considers its decision to own 51 per cent in state-owned IDBI Bank a sound business move and a good investment opportunity, Finance Minister Piyush Goyal said on Tuesday.

    Review insurance portfolio every year

    Raise the amount of life cover you own if your liabilities and responsibilities have increased during the year

    Remove long-term capital gains tax exemption: BSE

    One of the most important stock market participants is making a case for reinstating of long-term capital gains (LTCG) tax on equity investments.

    India to pip Japan and become world's third-largest economy by 2028: BofAML

    India is likely to become world’s third largest economy by 2028 and overtake Japan in nominal gross domestic product (GDP), projects a recent Bank of America Merrill Lynch report co-authored by Indranil Sen Gupta and Aastha Gudwani.

    LIC may participate in govt's Rs 2.11-lakh cr bank recapitalisation plan

    State-owned Life Insurance Corporation (LIC) may be roped in to participate in the Rs 2.11 lakh crore recapitalisation initiative for public sector banks (PSBs).

    77% Indians don't save for retirement, most depend on children for support

    While health spending accounts for 13% of total consumption expenditure for elderly households