Nepal Insurers’ Association Urges Regulator Over Pending Reinsurance Payments

Kathmandu – The Nepal Insurance Association has formally written to the Nepal Insurance Authority, raising concerns over delays in claim settlements by the two reinsurance companies operating in the country. According to the association, insurance companies are facing financial...


Insured Must Understand Policy Terms to Avoid Claim Issues: CEO Gautam

Kathmandu — United Ajod Insurance Company Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Kamal Gautam has stressed that insurance claim disputes can be minimized if policyholders clearly understand the terms and conditions of their policies. Speaking during a panel discussion on “Public...


Life Insurance Companies Fund Climbs to Rs 804.48 Billion, IME Life Records Fastest Growth

Kathmandu – The size of the insurance fund of Nepal’s life insurance companies has rose to Rs 844.48 billion by the end of the last fiscal year 2081/82, underscoring the sector’s steady expansion and growing financial strength. The figure...


Nepal Insurance Authority Issues New Directive to Curb Money Laundering and Terrorist Financing

Kathmandu – The Nepal Insurance Authority (NIA) has introduced a new directive aimed at preventing money laundering, terrorist financing, and financial investments linked to the production or expansion of weapons of mass destruction. The directive, titled “Directives on Prevention...


Non-Life Insurance Companies Invest Over Rs 67 Billion in FY 2081/82

Kathmandu — Non-life insurance companies in Nepal have invested more than Rs 67.23 billion across various sectors during the fourth quarter of the last fiscal year 2081/82, according to the latest data published by the Nepal Insurance Authority. The...


Life Insurance Companies Invest Over Rs 757 Billion in FY 2081/82

Kathmandu — Life insurance companies in Nepal invested more than Rs 757.26 billion during the last fiscal year (FY 2081/82), according to financial statements released by the Nepal Insurance Authority. The figure highlights the growing trend of insurers diversifying...


Government Integrates Health Insurance Programs for Poor Citizens

Kathmandu — The Ministry of Health and Population has begun integrating scattered social health security programs under a unified framework aimed at improving access to healthcare for poor citizens. Minister for Health and Population Pradeep Poudel on Wednesday launched...


Shikhar Insurance Draws Major Attention at NADA Auto Show 2025

Kathmandu — The much-anticipated NADA Auto Show 2025 has kicked off in the capital, attracting automobile enthusiasts eager to explore the latest cars and motorcycles. Yet, the spotlight is not only on new vehicles — the stall of Shikhar...


Life Insurance Companies in Nepal Pay Rs 78.72 Billion in Claims in FY 2081/82

Kathmandu – Nepal’s life insurance companies have seen a significant rise in claim payouts, with all 14 operating life insurance companies disbursing a total of Rs 78.72 billion in the last fiscal year (FY 2081/82). This marks a 19.20...


Swiss Re and Berkshire Hathaway Tops “World’s Largest Reinsurer” Rankings

Swiss Re has secured the top position in AM Best’s latest “World’s 50 Largest Reinsurers” rankings under IFRS 17 reporting standards, moving ahead of Munich Re. The rankings were published ahead of the Rendez-Vous de Septembre in Monte Carlo,...