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Mohali: Consumer panel directs insurer to refund robotic surgery claim
2+ hour, 31+ min ago (327+ words) Holding that a precancerous condition could not be excluded from insurance coverage merely because cancer had not fully developed, the district consumer disputes redressal commission, Mohali, has directed New India Assurance Company Limited to reimburse a Mohali woman for expenses…...
Understanding health insurance plans: from entry-level cover to senior care
2+ week, 3+ day ago (544+ words) Buyers should consider claim settlement ratios, room rent limits, and sum insured levels, especially for senior citizens. Understanding plan structures is key to avoiding pitfalls and ensuring adequate coverage....
Does Indian Health Insurance Cover Abroad?
1+ mon, 3+ day ago (471+ words) Health insurance is often purchased for financial protection, but the moment individuals leave India, the fine print matters more than the premium. Many travellers assume the medical insurance in India will automatically pay abroad. Sometimes it can, but only when…...
How to Use a Term Insurance Calculator to Choose the Right Plan
1+ mon, 1+ day ago (616+ words) Probably the first step in finding out the amount of coverage you need is understanding that guessing can be risky. This is why we rely on a term insurance calculator. Conceptually, this tool takes over the calculations for you. As…...
Punjab unearths "200-cr tax evasion in hospitality sector; Mohali worst hit
1+ mon, 2+ week ago (226+ words) Punjab excise and taxation minister Harpal Singh Cheema on Monday said that a "200 crore tax evasion racket has been unearthed in the state's hospitality sector, exposing systemic under-reporting across dhabas, restaurants, and fast-food outlets. Addressing a press conference, Cheema said…...
Travel Insurance in India: How to Choose a Suitable Policy in 2026
1+ mon, 2+ week ago (525+ words) The commonly considered travel insurance providers in India are ACKO, TATA AIG, HDFC ERGO, ICICI Lombard, and Digit Insurance. Find more details below: ACKO travel insurance is India's digital-first travel insurance company and is known for offering cost-effective options. It…...
Limits in health insurance: Why is it important to check them?
1+ mon, 3+ week ago (951+ words) Ajay had blurred vision, so he consulted an eye specialist. The doctor diagnosed cataract and advised surgery. The surgery cost was Rs. 40, 000. Ajay applied for cashless treatment to his health insurer. But he got approval for only Rs. 25, 000. On probing…...
Health Insurance vs Mediclaim Policy: Which Is Better for Families?
1+ mon, 3+ week ago (345+ words) Modern Health Insurance, however, is a comprehensive coverage option. It includes in-patient coverage (the mediclaim core), but it builds further upon it. It's designed not just to catch individuals when they fall, but to prevent the fall altogether and support…...
Medicare costs on the rise in 2026; here's what to do to avoid higher rates
2+ mon, 1+ week ago (248+ words) Medicare premiums and deductibles increased in 2026 from 2025. The standard Medicare Part B premium rose to $202. 90 per month this year, up from $185 in 2025. Meanwhile, the annual deductible increased to $283, according to the U. S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Given the rising costs,…...
Medicare costs rise in 2026: Here's what to do to avoid higher rates
2+ mon, 1+ week ago (248+ words) Medicare premiums and deductibles increased in 2026 from 2025. The standard Medicare Part B premium rose to $202. 90 per month this year, up from $185 in 2025. Meanwhile, the annual deductible increased to $283, according to the U. S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Given the rising costs,…...