While quick loan apps promise instant access to credit, consumer advocates warn that hastening the process can expose borrowers to hidden charges, data misuse, and scams. Experts recommend verifying lenders thoroughly and reading terms carefully before borrowing. Quick loan apps…
A Himachal Pradesh consumer court has ordered an insurer to pay over Rs 2 lakh after ruling that claims denied on alleged undisclosed hypertension lacked sufficient medical evidence, highlighting growing scrutiny of insurer claim rejection practices in India. A consumer…
The Indian government now requires foreign companies with subsidiaries in India to obtain security clearance before appointing directors from neighbouring land-border countries, with new guidelines emphasising stricter approval processes and naming regulations. Foreign companies with Indian subsidiaries will need clearance…
State-owned borrowers in India are increasingly struggling to sell shorter-dated bonds as investors demand higher premiums due to rising market uncertainties and rate outlooks, leading to some issuances being withdrawn. AAA-rated state-owned borrowers are finding it harder to sell shorter-dated…
ICRA projects a slowdown in India Inc’s revenue growth to 13-15% in the July-September quarter, with rising input costs and global uncertainties squeezing profit margins despite steady demand, signalling a potential shift in corporate performance. ICRA has projected that revenue…
Tamil Nadu’s expanded health insurance scheme will soon be implemented, increasing coverage from ₹5 lakh to ₹25 lakh without additional paperwork for current beneficiaries, and plans to expand IVF centres and strengthen disease control measures. Tamil Nadu’s expanded health insurance…
IndiaFirst Life Insurance expands its partnership with Salesforce to embed agency-driven AI across underwriting, customer service, and claims processing, aiming to redefine operational efficiency and customer experience by 2026. IndiaFirst Life Insurance has broadened its work with Salesforce as it…
The Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation has initiated a broadening of its enrolment campaign, aiming to bring excluded workers into the formal social security system and encourage compliance among all establishments, with a key window running from June to October 2026.…
A cluster of 37 BSE mid-cap companies have reported over two consecutive quarters of profit growth exceeding 25%, signalling durable business momentum despite high valuations. Experts urge investors to scrutinise the drivers behind this growth amidst robust earnings revisions across…
Bengaluru-based Card91 introduces SpendFlow, a comprehensive tailor-made platform for commercial card programmes designed to meet unique corporate requirements, including upcoming AI-driven payment automation. CARD91 has launched SpendFlow, a commercial card and enterprise spend management platform aimed at issuer banks that…
