Motor insurance claim rejected due to permit violation. Learn why a ₹22 lakh vehicle claim was denied despite a valid policy. In a significant ruling highlighting the importance of compliance with policy conditions, a motor insurance claim of approximately ₹22 lakh was rejected due to violation of permit terms. The case serves as a strong…
GIFT City insurance hub India is rapidly becoming a significant development in the country’s financial and insurance landscape. The Gujarat International Finance Tec-City (GIFT City), located in Gujarat, is witnessing exponential growth in insurance and reinsurance activities, positioning itself as a global financial services centre. With the entry of international insurers, regulatory support, and favourable…
Insurance claim rejection reasons explained in simple terms. Learn the common causes and how to avoid claim denial in India. Insurance claim rejection reasons in India often surprise policyholders because most people focus on buying a policy but not on understanding how claims are assessed. While insurers do settle a large number of genuine claims,…
Consumer Court upholds fire insurance claim payout, reinforcing policyholder rights and fair claim settlement practices in India. A recent consumer court ruling has once again highlighted the importance of fair treatment of policyholders in fire insurance claims. In a significant decision, the consumer commission upheld a fire insurance claim payout after rejecting the insurer’s objections,…
A significant judgment reinforcing policyholder rights in insurance contracts In a significant ruling that strengthens the rights of policyholders, the Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh High Court has held that an insurance company cannot rely on a concealed or inadequately disclosed exclusion clause to reject a genuine insurance claim. The judgment reiterates a fundamental principle…
Understand why insurance claims get delayed or rejected and how to avoid common mistakes. Learn about documentation, policy conditions, underinsurance and compliance. Insurance is meant to provide financial support when a loss occurs. However, many policyholders face delays — or worse — rejection of their claims. In most cases, this happens not because the claim…
Underinsurance in fire insurance explained. Learn what the Average Clause means, how claims get reduced, and how to avoid underinsurance with practical examples. What Is Underinsurance in Fire Insurance? Underinsurance occurs when the Sum Insured is lower than the actual value of the property insured.In simple words, the asset is worth more than the value…
Sum Insured in insurance explained simply. Learn how to calculate the right Sum Insured for buildings, machinery, FFF and stock. Includes free calculator—don’t forget to use it. What is Sum Insured in Insurance? The Sum Insured represents the maximum amount an insurance company will pay if a covered loss occurs. In business insurance policies such…