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27 Oct 2026 · Counter-booked train tickets to carry accident insurance
Passengers who buy reserved tickets at railway station counters must get the same accident insurance that online bookers can already opt for, the Supreme Court has directed.
· Sources: Business Standard, Outlook Money, Angel One (news report), Angel One (IRCTC insurance explainer)
₹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)
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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