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₹946 crore · ICICI Lombard net profit, July–September 2026
The general insurer reported higher profit for July–September 2026, while its combined ratio worsened and commission costs rose.
· Sources: ICICI Lombard press release and investor presentation (NSE filing), Business Standard, ScanX
₹760 crore · H1 FY27 profit after tax, up 26.5%
The life insurer, formerly ICICI Prudential Life, reported H1 FY27 profit of ₹760 crore and value of new business of ₹1,283 crore on 13 October 2026.
· Sources: Business Standard, Kotak Neo, GuruFocus (earnings call summary), Sahi
27.1% · Growth in standalone health insurers' premium, Sept 2026
Monthly industry data show life insurers' new business premium at ₹48,780.55 crore and non-life premium up 6% in September 2026.
· Sources: Business Standard, Mint (via TradingView)
25 October · Last date for comments on IRDAI's distribution paper
The Insurance Brokers Association of India has asked the government to intervene against IRDAI's draft distribution reforms, warning of job losses, ahead of the 25 October comment deadline.
· Sources: Business Standard (Reuters), Business Today, Insurance Business Asia
25 Oct 2026 · Last date for feedback on IRDAI's draft commission rules
The RBI Governor said the central bank will send its views on IRDAI's draft caps on insurance commissions, while brokers have written to the government opposing the plan.
· Sources: Business Standard, Asia Insurance Post, Business Standard (Reuters)
ICICI Bank veteran Sidharatha Mishra is set to take over on 14 October 2026, subject to IRDAI approval. Anup Bagchi leaves to lead HDFC Bank.
· Sources: Business Standard, Cafemutual, Business Standard
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