Mumbai: Niva Bupa Health Insurance made a positive debut on the stock market, listing its shares at a 6.08 per cent premium to its issue price of Rs 74. The company's initial public offer (IPO), which was moderately subscribed 1.9 times, reflected a cautious investor sentiment, despite showing

Mumbai: In a trend that hints at a slowdown in corporate hiring, the growth rate of healthcare insurance premium has taken a hit, according to the top executive of India's largest third-party administrator, Medi Assist. Industry group premium growth in the first half of the fiscal year is about 11%

Mumbai, November 14, 2024: Niva Bupa Health Insurance, the country's second standalone health insurer to float an Initial Public Offering (IPO), made a positive debut in the stock market on Thursday. The company's shares listed at a 6.08% premium at Rs 78.5 apiece on the Bombay Stock Exchange

Interactive Ayush Pavilion at the 49th India International Trade Fair Showcases Innovations in Health & Wellness The 49th edition of the India International Trade Fair (IITF) has kicked off with a vibrant and engaging display by the Ministry of AYUSH, showcasing the core pillars of AYUSH - research, innovation, and

Chennai: Standalone health insurer Galaxy Health Insurance Company Ltd has launched its first product, 'Galaxy Promise', targeting families seeking affordable health coverage. The company announced the launch on Thursday. Jointly promoted by renowned industrialist Venu Srinivasan and Sundaram-Clayton Ltd Chairman Emeritus, and V Jagannathan, founder of Star Health and Allied

Mumbai, December 12, 2023 - Galaxy Health Insurance, a leading health insurance provider in India, has launched its first product, Galaxy Promise, offering a range of plans designed to meet the needs of families seeking affordable and comprehensive healthcare coverage. The new plans, which come with varying sum insured options

Mumbai: Niva Bupa Health Insurance Company, India's latest health insurance company, marked its debut on stock exchanges with shares closing flat, following weak conditions in the equity markets. The company raised Rs 2,200 crore through its initial share sale and saw its shares open higher at Rs 78.14,

Insurance companies are increasingly rejecting or partially settling claims linked to modern treatment methods and advanced procedures, leaving policyholders with substantial out-of-pocket expenses. The reluctance of insurers to pay for these expensive treatments is attributed to rising medical inflation. Rahul Kumar's experience with his 67-year-old father's liver cancer diagnosis mirrors

The Union government's health insurance scheme, Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (AB PM-JAY), has now been expanded to cover all senior citizens aged 70 and above. The 4.5 crore families expected to benefit from the scheme will enjoy annual free health insurance coverage of up to Rs

New Delhi, November 14, 2024 - Union Health Secretary Smt Punya Salila Srivastava and Member (Health), NITI Aayog Dr V K Paul inaugurated the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare’s Health Pavilion at the 43rd India International Trade Fair (IITF) in Bharat Mandapam today. The pavilion's focus on 'One

In an increasingly urbanised world where lifestyle-related health issues are on the rise, creating spaces that prioritize well-being is no longer a nicety but a necessity. Experts say that with a holistic approach to home design, it's possible to uplift mental and emotional health by designing functional and restorative living

Lucknow: The link between prison health and public health was emphasized by the regional representative of the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC), Marco Teixeira, during a consultation programme aimed at strengthening health services in Indian prisons. The event, co-organized with the India Vision Foundation and the Uttar

Mumbai, India - In a recent interview with New England Sports Network (NESN), Indian-origin astronaut Sunita Williams put to rest speculations about her health while on the International Space Station (ISS). Since joining the ISS in June as part of NASA's Artemis program, Williams has been subject to rumors about

Mumbai, [Current Date] - Niva Bupa Health Insurance's shares listed on the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) and National Stock Exchange (NSE) today at an initial price of ₹78.50 per share and ₹81 per share, respectively, resulting in a 5% premium over its IPO price. Initially, the opening highs reached

A recent survey conducted by Mercer Marsh Benefits has found that one in three organisations now offer outpatient department (OPD) insurance programmes as part of their employee benefits package. The report, titled "OPD Insurance: Revolutionising Workforce Health Management", also revealed that 61% employees avail of at least one OPD benefit.

Ahmedabad, Gujarat - A scathing audit report by the Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) has revealed that Prime Minister Jan Arogya Yojana (PM-JAY), a flagship scheme of the Ayushman Bharat initiative, is being misused by private hospitals to earn money, rather than providing quality healthcare to poor and vulnerable families.

New Delhi, Nov 13 (Alarian.com) - In a bid to promote holistic approaches to health, the Union Health Ministry will unveil its Health Pavilion at the 43rd India International Trade Fair (IITF), beginning November 14. The pavilion's main theme is "One Health", which focuses on the interconnectedness of human,

New Delhi, [Date] - With over 101 million Indians estimated to be suffering from diabetes and another 136 million at the pre-diabetes stage, the Indian government is urged to take immediate action to tackle this growing health challenge. Meanwhile, diabetics are now gaining access to comprehensive health insurance policies that

Kasaragod: In a move aimed at improving patient care, the Kerala Health Department has issued a directive mandating doctors at government hospitals to conduct blood pressure checks for all patients seeking treatment. The decision comes in light of complaints that medical staff had been neglecting this basic test during patient

Mumbai, November 13: The shares of Medplus Health Services soared as much as 7 per cent on Monday, driven by the company's impressive earnings performance in the September quarter. At 09:32 am IST, shares of Medplus Health Services were trading at Rs 713 on the National Stock Exchange (NSE)

The British government has unveiled plans to overhaul the National Health Service (NHS), promising an investment of up to 23 billion pounds ($29 billion) to boost productivity and cut waiting times for patients. The reforms aim to provide better value for money and make the NHS more efficient, with a

A recent warning from health experts has alerted citizens to the potential risks associated with prolonged bathroom breaks. Sitting on the toilet seat for extended periods can lead to serious health issues, including haemorrhoids and weakened pelvic muscles. According to colorectal surgeon Dr Lai Xue at the University of Texas

The Rajasthan High Court has taken suo motu cognizance of the deteriorating condition of public healthcare systems across the state, including gross negligence shown by hospitals. The court has directed the Union Government and State Ministry of Health to submit a report on effective steps being taken to improve the

New Delhi November 13, 2024: The Air Quality Index (AQI) in Delhi has hit hazardous levels, with the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) reporting an AQI of 352, indicating severely compromised air quality. The NCR's capital city is one of the most polluted cities in India, alongside Ghaziabad and Sonipat.

Tokyo, Nov 13  - As Japan's aging population demands more sophisticated medical care, the nation is leveraging cutting-edge Artificial Intelligence (AI) initiatives to revolutionize its healthcare sector. The country aims to enhance patient outcomes and bolster healthcare infrastructure by accelerating data analysis and research. NVIDIA, a pioneer in AI technology,