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  Bhagwant Mann govt's 'Mukh Mantri Sehat Yojna' saves Mandoli mechanic from Rs 90,000 medical debt

  India | March 15, 2026 14:18 IST

  By providing cashless coverage of up to Rs 10 lakh per eligible family annually, the scheme aims to prevent medical emergencies from turning into long-term financial setbacks for working families across Punjab.

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  Here’s How Do Pre-Existing Conditions Affect Health Insurance for Senior Citizens

  Brand Content | April 28, 2025 20:51 IST

  Most insurance policies impose a waiting period—usually between 12 and 48 months—before pre-existing conditions are covered. During this period, treatment costs related to these conditions are not reimbursed.

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  7 Common insurance mistakes that can jeopardise your financial security

  Business | March 07, 2025 23:33 IST

  Insurance is a vital part of financial planning, offering protection against unforeseen events. However, common insurance mistakes—like not reviewing coverage needs, ignoring policy details, or failing to compare plans—can leave you vulnerable.

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  Health insurance portability: How to switch providers for better coverage, services | Know here

  January 19, 2025 17:52 IST

  Know how to switch your health insurance provider without losing benefits. Understand IRDAI's portability guidelines, when to opt for portability, and how to retain benefits like waiting periods.

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  How to ensure fair grievance redressal for health insurance claims? Know here

  January 09, 2025 20:59 IST

  Know about IRDAI’s latest health insurance guidelines designed to simplify the claims process and protect policyholders from unfair rejections. Discover key updates, including no claim rejection due to insufficient documentation and mandatory written explanations for rejections.

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  GST Council postpones decision on reducing tax for life, health insurance premiums

  Business | December 21, 2024 14:41 IST

  The GST Council has postponed its decision on reducing tax rates for life and health insurance premiums. With further deliberations planned for January, key proposals include exemptions on term life insurance and premiums for senior citizens.

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  What is Ayushman Bharat health cover for senior citizens? | Know eligibility criteria, other details

  India | September 12, 2024 13:13 IST

  Ayushman Bharat health insurance: Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (AB PM-JAY) under the flagship scheme Ayushman Bharat is the world’s largest health insurance scheme fully financed by the government.

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  Health Insurance: 10 most important things to keep in mind before buying a plan

  Business | September 10, 2024 11:05 IST

  Health insurance is an essential tool for financial protection against rising medical costs in India. By carefully choosing the right plan, people can ensure they are adequately protected against unforeseen health-related expenses.

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  Maharashtra to provide Rs 5 lakh insurance coverage for all from July: Check eligibility, hospitals

  Maharashtra | June 18, 2024 13:34 IST

  Launching on July 1, MJPJAY 2.0 will offer universal health coverage to all state residents with valid ration cards and domicile certificates, increasing family coverage from Rs 1.5 lakh to Rs 5 lakh. The scheme expands covered procedures to 1,356 and empaneled hospitals to 1,900.

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  IRDAI mandates additional costs for insurers on late health claim settlements

  June 14, 2024 13:15 IST

  The Insurance Regulatory Development Authority of India (IRDAI) has introduced new customer-friendly measures for health insurance. Insurers must now cover additional costs if claims are not settled within three hours of discharge.

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  'Home for each poor family, welfare schemes': MP CM claims 10 revolutionary steps of his govt

  Madhya Pradesh | August 18, 2023 17:50 IST

  Addressing people on the occasion of 77th Independence Day in Lal Parade Ground, Chouhan said his government has taken several revolutionary steps that paved the way for making life of people belonging to every section better.

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  CM Yogi Adityanath announces two insurance schemes for UP laborers

  India | May 02, 2021 12:36 IST

  Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has announced two insurance schemes for laborers of UP.

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  Coronavirus Pandemic: This Health Insurance Policy Covers Treatment For COVID-19

  Business | March 23, 2020 13:48 IST

  The novel coronavirus infection has impacted thousands of people worldwide. For those impacted, the stress goes beyond health and involves high medical costs, loss of pay (in some case) and associated financial stress. It is important for people to be aware that if they have a regular health insurance plan from any insurer paying for medical costs either through a cashless facility or reimbursement, all illnesses including Covid-19 are covered.

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  171 hospitals de-empanelled, Rs 4.5 cr in penalties imposed for fraud under Ayushman Bharat

  India | January 04, 2020 10:19 IST

  A total 171 hospitals have been de-empanelled and penalties to the tune of Rs 4.5 crore have been imposed on hospitals for allegedly committed fraud and indulging in malcpractices under the Ayushman Bharat health insurance scheme, the apex body implementing it said on Friday.

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  Punjab rolls out mega health insurance scheme, says will cover 76 percent of state's population

  India | August 20, 2019 21:14 IST

  The Punjab government on Tuesday rolled out a mega health insurance scheme clubbing the Centre’s Ayushman Bharat plan with its own, a combination which it said will benefit 46 lakh families covering 76 per cent of the state’s population.

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  West Bengal CM Mamata refuses to contribute funds to 'Modicare'

  India | February 14, 2018 15:24 IST

  The firebrand leader said that West Bengal already has a health insurance scheme Swasthya Sathi programme in place for around 50 lakh people, who are government employees and contractual or casual labourers.

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  Buy a heart insurance plan this Valentine's Day

  Business | March 20, 2018 14:06 IST

  This Valentine’s Day, drop your plan of gifting jewellery to your better half. Buy her a heart insurance plan instead; we promise you this will be one gift that she will cherish for years to come!

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  Government to launch unique health insurance scheme

  India | September 29, 2014 16:14 IST

  New Delhi: A unique health insurance scheme would be part of the proposed Universal Health Assurance Mission (UHAM) of the central government, Union Health Minister Harsh Vardhan Monday said."The health insurance scheme of the UHAM

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  UP wins 'most improved state' award under health insurance scheme

  India | April 06, 2013 16:24 IST

  Lucknow, Apr 6: In a first, Uttar Pradesh has been selected as the "most improved state" under the National Health Insurance Scheme (NHIS). The award would be handed over to Alok Kumar, the scheme's CEO