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Hear & Now

A daily dose of the Indian Insurance market!

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  1. 813

    🎧 Episode 815: Hear & Now with Airav

    🎧 Episode 815: Hear & Now with AiravFrom strong non-life insurance premium growth and expanding digital distribution channels to technology-driven insurance operations and the proposed Public Insurance Registry, today’s stories highlight the continued digital transformation of India’s insurance sector.Stay informed on the developments shaping a more connected, accessible, and customer-centric insurance ecosystem.

  2. 812

    🎧 Episode 814: Hear & Now with Aisha

    🎧 Episode 814: Hear & Now with AishaFrom healthcare financing innovation and insurance inclusion to stronger investment risk management and sustainable underwriting, today’s stories highlight the continued evolution of India’s insurance ecosystem.Stay informed on the developments shaping a more inclusive, resilient, and future-ready insurance landscape.

  3. 811

    🎧 Episode 813: Hear & Now with Airav

    🎧 Episode 813: Hear & Now with AiravFrom digital insurance access and enhanced accident protection to healthcare innovation and microinsurance expansion, today’s stories highlight how insurance is becoming more accessible, inclusive, and integrated into everyday financial services.Stay informed on the developments shaping a more resilient and financially protected India. 

  4. 810

    🎧 Episode 812: Hear & Now with Aisha

    🎧 Episode 812: Hear & Now with AishaFrom stronger financial reporting standards and expanding healthcare infrastructure to innovative pilgrim protection and robust long-term market growth, today’s stories highlight the continued evolution of India’s insurance sector.Stay informed on the developments shaping a more transparent, inclusive, and future-ready insurance ecosystem. 

  5. 809

    Episode 811: Hear & Now with Airav

    Episode 811: Hear & Now with AiravFrom enhanced health insurance protection for pensioners and wider insurance distribution to AI-enabled healthcare coverage and one of India’s largest festival insurance covers, today’s stories highlight the evolving role of insurance in protecting people, communities, and assets.Stay informed on the developments shaping a more accessible, innovative, and resilient insurance ecosystem.

  6. 808

    🎧 Episode 810: Hear & Now with Aisha

    🎧 Episode 810: Hear & Now with AishaFrom expanding public health insurance coverage and new crop protection initiatives to medical tourism growth and rising global interest in India’s insurance market, today’s stories highlight the expanding reach of insurance across sectors.Stay informed on the developments shaping a more accessible, inclusive, and future-ready insurance ecosystem.

  7. 807

    🎧 Episode 809: Hear & Now with Airav

    🎧 Episode 809: Hear & Now with AiravFrom festival insurance and growing insurance penetration in Nagaland to enhanced social security for workers and greater insurance inclusion for gig workers, today’s stories highlight the expanding reach of financial protection across India.Stay informed on the developments shaping a more inclusive, resilient, and accessible insurance ecosystem.

  8. 806

    🎧 Episode 808: Hear & Now with Aisha

    🎧 Episode 808: Hear & Now with AishaFrom accident insurance for Dahi Handi participants and rising crop insurance adoption to stronger underwriting discipline and sustainable growth for public sector insurers, today’s stories highlight the evolving role of insurance in building resilience.Stay informed on the developments shaping a stronger, more sustainable, and inclusive insurance ecosystem.

  9. 805

    🎧 Episode 807: Hear & Now with Airav  

    🎧 Episode 807: Hear & Now with Airav  From Uttar Pradesh’s expanded accident insurance for outsourced employees and India Post Payments Bank’s new digital services to vector‑borne disease covers supplementing health protection, today’s stories highlight the evolving intersection of insurance and financial inclusion. Stay informed on the developments shaping a more transparent, accessible, and resilient insurance ecosystem.

  10. 804

    🎧 Episode 806: Hear & Now with Aisha

    🎧 Episode 806: Hear & Now with AishaFrom a proposed Public Insurance Registry and evolving reinsurance dynamics to record crop insurance enrolment and expanded health coverage for journalists, today’s stories highlight the continued transformation of India’s insurance ecosystem.Stay informed on the developments shaping a more digital, inclusive, and resilient insurance landscape.

  11. 803

    🎧 Episode 805: Hear & Now with Airav

    🎧 Episode 805: Hear & Now with AiravFrom reforms in public sector general insurance and motor insurance compliance to health insurance best practices and expanded crop insurance coverage, today’s stories highlight the continued evolution of India’s insurance ecosystem.Stay informed on the developments shaping a more efficient, accessible, and resilient insurance landscape.

  12. 802

    🎧 Episode 804: Hear & Now with Aisha

    🎧 Episode 804: Hear & Now with AishaFrom simpler health insurance products and enhanced employee benefits to wider crop insurance adoption and stronger farmer protection, today’s stories highlight the continued evolution of India’s insurance ecosystem.Stay informed on the developments shaping a more accessible, transparent, and resilient insurance landscape.

  13. 801

    🎧 Episode 803: Hear & Now with Airav

    🎧 Episode 803: Hear & Now with AiravFrom underwriting discipline in commercial insurance and stronger crop insurance implementation to product innovation and a landmark Supreme Court ruling, today’s stories highlight the continued evolution of India’s insurance ecosystem.Stay informed on the developments shaping a more resilient, customer-focused, and future-ready insurance landscape.

  14. 800

    🎧 Episode 802: Hear & Now with Aisha

    🎧 Episode 802: Hear & Now with AishaFrom employee health protection and commercial insurance trends to crop insurance success stories and climate resilience initiatives, today’s stories highlight the growing role of insurance in strengthening financial security across communities.Stay informed on the developments shaping a more resilient, inclusive, and future-ready insurance ecosystem.

  15. 799

    🎧 Episode 801: Hear & Now with Airav

    🎧 Episode 801: Hear & Now with AiravFrom insurance fraud detection and nuclear liability protection to AI-powered health platforms and climate-resilient crop insurance, today’s stories highlight the expanding role of insurance across sectors.Stay informed on the developments shaping a more secure, innovative, and resilient insurance ecosystem.

  16. 798

    🎧 Episode 800: Hear & Now with Aisha

    🎧 Episode 800: Hear & Now with AishaAs we celebrate the milestone 800th episode, today’s stories cover crop insurance expansion, stronger transparency in agricultural insurance, profession-focused health coverage, and enhanced protection for frontline workers.Stay informed on the developments shaping a more inclusive, transparent, and resilient insurance ecosystem.

  17. 797

    🎧 Episode 799: Hear & Now with Airav

    🎧 Episode 799: Hear & Now with AiravFrom the launch of a new health insurer and expanded crop insurance initiatives to weather-based protection for farmers and Karnataka’s innovative motor insurance model, today’s stories highlight the continued evolution of India’s insurance ecosystem.Stay informed on the developments shaping a more accessible, resilient, and future-ready insurance landscape.

  18. 796

    🎧 Episode 798: Hear & Now with Aisha

    🎧 Episode 798: Hear & Now with AishaFrom reforms in India’s nuclear insurance framework and rising crop insurance enrolment to the entry of a new health insurer, today’s stories highlight the expanding role of insurance in supporting economic growth and financial protection.Stay informed on the developments shaping a stronger and more resilient insurance ecosystem.

  19. 795

    🎧 Episode 797: Hear & Now with Airav

    🎧 Episode 797: Hear & Now with AiravFrom expanded health insurance coverage in Tamil Nadu and stronger motor insurance compliance to policyholder-friendly reforms and enhanced protection for PRD personnel, today’s stories highlight the continued evolution of India’s insurance ecosystem.Stay informed on the developments shaping a more accessible, secure, and customer-focused insurance landscape.

  20. 794

    🎧 Episode 796: Hear & Now with Aisha

    🎧 Episode 796: Hear & Now with AishaFrom digital transformation in health insurance and reinsurance growth to changing commercial insurance trends and expanding social security for gig workers, today’s stories highlight the evolution of India’s insurance ecosystem.Stay informed on the developments shaping a more inclusive, technology-driven, and resilient insurance landscape.

  21. 793

    🎧 Episode 795: Hear & Now with Airav

    🎧 Episode 795: Hear & Now with AiravFrom evolving reinsurance strategies and senior citizen health protection to stronger underwriting discipline and expanded health coverage in West Bengal, today’s stories highlight the continued transformation of India’s insurance ecosystem.Stay informed on the developments shaping a more resilient, accessible, and future-ready insurance landscape.

  22. 792

    🎧 Episode 794: Hear & Now with Aisha

    🎧 Episode 794: Hear & Now with AishaFrom motor insurance innovation and rising health insurance claim trends to stronger grievance redressal and growing crop insurance adoption, today’s stories highlight the continued evolution of India’s insurance ecosystem.Stay informed on the developments shaping a more responsive, customer-focused, and resilient insurance landscape.

  23. 791

    🎧 Episode 793: Hear & Now with Airav  

    🎧 Episode 793: Hear & Now with Airav  From the rollout of Ayushman Bharat in West Bengal and calls for medical insurance support by Mumbai’s dabbawalas, to the launch of Galaxy Fly Global Travel Insurance, today’s stories highlight how insurance continues to adapt to diverse real‑world needs.Stay informed on the developments shaping a more inclusive, responsive, and globally connected insurance ecosystem.

  24. 790

    Episode 792: 13 August 2026

    🎧 Episode 792: Hear & Now with AishaFrom health insurance reforms and affordable coverage for the middle class to evolving motor insurance liabilities and stronger Ayushman Bharat quality standards, today’s stories highlight the changing face of insurance in India.Stay informed on the developments shaping a more transparent, accessible, and customer-focused insurance ecosystem.

  25. 789

    🎧 Episode 791: Hear & Now with Airav

    🎧 Episode 791: Hear & Now with AiravFrom motor insurance fraud prevention and specialised accident coverage to rising crop insurance participation and fintech-led inclusion, today’s stories highlight the continued evolution of India’s insurance ecosystem.Stay informed on the developments shaping a more secure, accessible, and technology-driven insurance landscape.

  26. 788

    🎧 Episode 790: Hear & Now with Aisha

    🎧 Episode 790: Hear & Now with AishaFrom insurance fraud prevention and non-life insurance trends to social security for fishermen and expanded cashless healthcare access, today’s stories highlight the continued evolution of India’s insurance ecosystem.Stay informed on the developments shaping a more transparent, inclusive, and customer-focused insurance landscape.

  27. 787

    🎧 Episode 789: Hear & Now with Airav 🎙️

    🎧 Episode 789: Hear & Now with Airav 🎙️Insurance is evolving through stronger healthcare protection, collaboration, and innovation 👇In today’s episode:💡 Health Insurance Expansion: LIC explores opportunities in the fast-growing health insurance segment💡 Standalone Health Insurers: Health-focused insurers increase market share with strong premium growth💡 Claims Collaboration: Industry explores structured insurer-hospital grievance redressal mechanisms💡 Commercial Insurance Innovation: Bajaj General Insurance and Swiss Re partner to develop advanced risk solutions🔗 Listen now on SPOTIFY#HearAndNow #Insurance #HealthInsurance #GeneralInsurance #CommercialInsurance #SwissRe #InsurTech #FinancialProtection #India

  28. 786

    🎧 Episode 788: Hear & Now with Aisha

    🎧 Episode 788: Hear & Now with AishaFrom the growing impact of Ayushman Bharat and expanded crop insurance coverage to strong growth opportunities in the insurance sector and efforts to strengthen insurer solvency, today’s stories highlight the evolution of India’s insurance ecosystem.Stay informed on the developments shaping a more resilient, inclusive, and financially secure future.

  29. 785

    🎧 Episode 787: Hear & Now with Airav

    🎧 Episode 787: Hear & Now with AiravFrom expanding ESIC coverage and specialised cancer insurance to faster flood-related claim settlements and growing crop insurance adoption, today’s stories highlight the increasing reach of financial protection across India.Stay informed on the developments shaping a more inclusive, responsive, and resilient insurance ecosystem.

  30. 784

    Episode 786: 05 August 2026

    🎧 Episode 786: Hear & Now with AishaFrom stronger motor insurance compliance and expanded health coverage to road safety reforms and wider crop insurance protection, today’s stories highlight India’s continued efforts to strengthen financial security.Stay informed on the developments shaping a more inclusive, resilient, and protected insurance ecosystem. 

  31. 783

    🎧 Episode 785: Hear & Now with Airav

    🎧 Episode 785: Hear & Now with AiravFrom expanding health insurance access and regulatory reforms for intermediaries to stronger ESIC healthcare support and faster grievance resolution, today’s stories highlight the continued evolution of India’s insurance sector.Stay informed on the developments shaping a more accessible, transparent, and policyholder-focused insurance ecosystem.

  32. 782

    Episode 784: 03 August 2026

    🎧 Episode 784: Hear & Now with AishaFrom rising global interest in India’s insurance market and expanded health coverage to improved insurer-hospital collaboration and the growth of pet insurance, today’s stories highlight the sector’s continued evolution.Stay informed on the developments shaping a more inclusive, innovative, and customer-focused insurance ecosystem.

  33. 781

    Episode 783: Hear & Now with Airav

    🎧 Episode 783: Hear & Now with AiravFrom major regulatory reforms and a landmark motor insurance ruling to maritime risk protection and health insurance claims efficiency, today’s stories highlight the continued evolution of India’s insurance sector.Stay informed on the developments shaping a more transparent, efficient, and policyholder-focused insurance ecosystem. 

  34. 780

    Episode 782: 30 July 2026

    🎧 Episode 782: Hear & Now with AishaFrom a new entrant in general insurance and emerging AI-related risks to evolving health coverage and space-sector insurance solutions, today’s stories highlight the expanding scope of India’s insurance industry.Stay informed on the developments shaping a more innovative, inclusive, and future-ready insurance ecosystem.

  35. 779

    Episode 781: 29 July 2026

    🎧 Episode 781: Hear & Now with AiravFrom insurance sector consolidation and rising cyber insurance demand to health insurance claim practices and senior healthcare planning, today’s stories highlight the evolving role of insurance in a digital and ageing world.Stay informed on the developments shaping a more resilient, transparent, and future-ready insurance ecosystem.

  36. 778

    Episode 780: 28 July 2026

    🎧 Episode 780: Hear & Now with AishaFrom social security for gig workers and expanded health insurance coverage to strong general insurance growth and the vision of Insurance for All, today’s stories highlight the evolving landscape of financial protection in India.Stay informed on the developments shaping a more inclusive, accessible, and customer-centric insurance ecosystem.

  37. 777

    Episode 779: 27 July 2026

    🎧 Episode 779: Hear & Now with AiravFrom calls for motor insurance reforms and rising investment interest to expanded crop insurance support and stronger digital transparency, today’s stories highlight the continued evolution of India’s insurance sector.Stay informed on the developments shaping a more sustainable, accessible, and customer-centric insurance ecosystem.

  38. 776

    Episode 778: 24 July 2026

    🎧 Episode 778: Hear & Now with AishaFrom marine war-risk protection and stronger underwriting discipline to employee welfare initiatives and evolving insurance business models, today’s stories highlight the continued transformation of India’s insurance sector.Stay informed on the developments shaping a more resilient, sustainable, and customer-focused insurance ecosystem.

  39. 775

    Episode 777: 23 July 2026

    🎧 Episode 777: Hear & Now with OmkarFrom new technology-driven insurance ventures and enhanced employee medical coverage to stronger health protection and distribution reforms, today’s stories highlight the continued evolution of India’s insurance sector.Stay informed on the developments shaping a more accessible, innovative, and customer-focused insurance ecosystem.

  40. 774

    Episode 776

    🎧 Episode 776: Hear & Now with AiravFrom crop insurance awareness and strong non-life insurance growth to policyholder protection and farmer outreach initiatives, today’s stories highlight the continued evolution of India’s insurance sector.Stay informed on the developments shaping a more resilient, transparent, and customer-focused insurance ecosystem.

  41. 773

    Episode 775: 21 July 2026

    🎧 Episode 775: Hear & Now with AishaFrom healthcare expansion and growing foreign investment to bancassurance growth and AI-powered claims processing, today’s stories highlight the continued transformation of India’s insurance sector.Stay informed on the developments shaping a more accessible, efficient, and customer-focused insurance ecosystem.

  42. 772

    🎧 Episode 774: Hear & Now with Airav.

    🎧 Episode 774: Hear & Now with AiravFrom major crop insurance payouts and stronger health insurance fraud prevention to community protection initiatives and AI-driven innovation, today’s stories highlight the evolution of India’s insurance ecosystem.Stay informed on the developments shaping a more transparent, inclusive, and technology-enabled insurance landscape. 

  43. 771

    Episode 773: 17 July 2026

    🎧 Episode 773: Hear & Now with AishaFrom climate-driven crop insurance needs and strong non-life insurance growth to health coverage awareness and new insurance partnerships, today’s stories highlight the continued evolution of India’s insurance sector.Stay informed on the developments shaping a more resilient, accessible, and growth-oriented insurance ecosystem.

  44. 770

    Episode 772: 16 July 2026

    🎧 Episode 772: Hear & Now with AiravFrom rising global interest in India’s insurance market and simplified crop insurance enrolment to bancassurance growth and maritime risk protection, today’s stories highlight the sector’s ongoing transformation.Stay informed on the developments shaping a more accessible, resilient, and future-ready insurance ecosystem.

  45. 769

    Episode 771: 15 July 2026

    🎧 Episode 771: Hear & Now with AishaFrom crop insurance expansion and growing global interest in India’s insurance market to climate-risk protection for farmers and employee insurance reforms, today’s stories highlight the evolving role of insurance in building resilience.Stay informed on the developments shaping a more inclusive and future-ready insurance ecosystem.

  46. 768

    Episode 770: 14 July 2026

    🎧 Episode 770: Hear & Now with AiravFrom proposals to expand health insurance coverage and rising motor insurance awareness to technology-driven crop verification and Kerala’s integrated health protection plans, today’s stories highlight the evolving landscape of insurance in India.Stay informed on the developments shaping a more accessible, efficient, and resilient insurance ecosystem. 

  47. 767

    Episode 769: Hear & Now

    🎧 Episode 769: Hear & Now with AishaFrom affordable student accident insurance and expanded health coverage to advancements in motor insurance and technology-driven crop protection, today’s stories highlight insurance’s growing role in building financial resilience.Stay informed on the developments shaping a more inclusive, accessible, and technology-enabled insurance ecosystem.

  48. 766

    Episode 768: 10 July 2026

    🎧 Episode 768: Hear & Now with AiravFrom expanded crop insurance support and strong health insurance growth to customer-centric distribution reforms and awareness around unclaimed benefits, today’s stories highlight the evolving landscape of insurance in India.Stay informed on the developments shaping a more accessible, transparent, and resilient insurance ecosystem.

  49. 765

    Episode 767: 09 July 2026

    🎧 Episode 767: Hear & Now with AishaFrom crop insurance claim settlements and expanded employee protection to potential motor insurance reforms and calls for wider agricultural coverage, today’s stories highlight insurance’s growing role in strengthening financial resilience.Stay informed on the developments shaping a more secure and inclusive insurance ecosystem. 

  50. 764

    Episode 766: 08 July 2026

    🎧 Episode 766: Hear & Now with AiravFrom strong non-life insurance growth and expanded crop insurance coverage to regulatory reforms and evolving travel insurance solutions for students, today’s stories highlight the sector’s growing focus on resilience and financial protection.Stay informed on the developments shaping a stronger and more inclusive insurance ecosystem.

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A daily dose of the Indian Insurance market!

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