Modern health treatment procedures: How some insurers don’t tell policyholders about exclusions and sub-limits

New Delhi-based Rahul Kumar’s 67-year-old father was diagnosed with liver cancer that needed an advanced palliative treatment called Transarterial Radioembolization (TARE). Kumar’s brother had a corporate policy with a private insurer. However, during pre-authorisation, the company refused to approve the claim, saying, “TARE is an advanced procedure which is not covered under the policy; hence…

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40-day productivity-linked bonus approved for civilian defence employees for FY 2023-24. Check who is eligible

The Ministry of Defence, in a notable announcement, has confirmed that eligible civilian defence employees serving in the Army Ordnance Corps (AOC) and Indian Army will receive a 40-day productivity-linked bonus (PLB) for the financial year 2023-24. This decision, backed by presidential sanction, reflects the government’s recognition of the significant contributions made by these employees….

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