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Jumpp receives IRDAI approval to launch insurance distribution services

Jumpp receives IRDAI approval to launch insurance distribution services

21 May 2026, 11:11 AM

Jumpp intends to roll out insurance offerings across health, life, motor, home and business categories through partnerships with insurance companies.

ThirdAI bags seed funding led by Endiya Partners, Capria Ventures

ThirdAI bags seed funding led by Endiya Partners, Capria Ventures

11 Feb 2026, 13:56 PM

The startup will use the fresh capital to scale product development and expand engineering and go-to-market teams in India and overseas, among others.

IRDAI imposes Rs 5 crore fine on Policybazaar for regulatory violations

IRDAI imposes Rs 5 crore fine on Policybazaar for regulatory violations

05 Aug 2025, 12:44 PM

A major violation involved the company's failure to inform regulators about key leadership personnel holding board positions at other firms.

Ajay Seth appointed as new IRDAI chief

Ajay Seth appointed as new IRDAI chief

29 Jul 2025, 13:04 PM

Ajay Seth's most recent role was as finance secretary, preceded by his tenure as secretary in the Department of Economic Affairs.

Jupiter Money gets IRDAI approval to enter insurance distribution space

Jupiter Money gets IRDAI approval to enter insurance distribution space

17 Jul 2025, 12:41 PM

The licence allows Jupiter to sell both life and general insurance policies through its app.

Go Digit founder-backed Valueattics becomes first private player to get reinsurer licence

Go Digit founder-backed Valueattics becomes first private player to get reinsurer licence

17 Mar 2025, 20:11 PM

As of now, state-owned General Insurance Corporation of India (GIC Re) is the only reinsurer in the country.

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