National Life Acquires Habib Bank’s Founder Shares in Himalayan Bank

Kathmandu – National Life Insurance Company Limited has officially acquired all founder shares of Himalayan Bank Limited previously held by Pakistan’s Habib Bank Limited, becoming the largest shareholder of the bank. According to National Life CEO Suresh Prasad Khatri,...


‘Sahara Health Insurance’ Launched in Collaboration with eSewa and Shikhar Insurance

Kathmandu –  Shikhar Insurance Company Limited, in partnership with eSewa, has launched a new digital health insurance plan called ‘Sahara Health Insurance’. The plan targets citizens between the ages of 5 and 65, offering comprehensive coverage for a wide...


Himalayan Everest Insurance Under Scrutiny for Financial Reporting Irregularities

Kathmandu – Himalayan Everest Insurance Company has come under the lens of the Nepal Insurance Authority (NIA) for allegedly submitting financial statements that violate regulatory provisions. The company’s quarterly and annual reports, including the Statement of Financial Position, Statement...


Families of Saurya Air Crash Victims Raise Concerns Over Insurance Payout Discrepancies

Kathmandu – Families of employees who lost their lives in last year’s Saurya Air plane crash at Kathmandu Airport have raised concerns over discrepancies in insurance payouts, alleging unequal compensation for staff members involved in the flight. Reports indicate...


Sun Nepal Life Upgraded to ‘Triple B Plus’ Rating

Kathmandu – Sun Nepal Life Insurance Company Limited has received an upgraded credit rating of ‘Triple B Plus (BBB+)’ from Care Ratings Nepal Limited (CRNL), signaling stronger financial credibility and claim-paying capacity. CRNL cited the company’s consistent premium growth, sound claims management, and improving underwriting...


Prabhu Mahalaxmi Life Insurance Concludes Agent Leaders’ Education Program in Chitwan

Kathmandu — Prabhu Mahalaxmi Life Insurance Limited successfully concluded its Education Program for Life Insurance Agent Leaders in Sauraha, Chitwan, on Kartik 13, 14, and 15. The three-day event combined capacity-building training with entertainment and motivational sessions. The program...


Nepal Re-Insurance and Himalayan Re Leads NEPSE Turnover in the Month of Ashoj

Kathmandu — Nepal Reinsurance Company Limited (Nepal Re) topped the Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) in terms of share turnover during the month of Ashoj. According to NEPSE’s monthly data, Nepal Re-Insurance recorded transactions worth over Rs 3.77 billion, the...


Siddhartha Premier Insurance Urges Policyholders to Submit Pending Claim Documents Within 35 Days

Kathmandu — Siddhartha Premier Insurance Limited has called on policyholders who have not yet received payments for claims filed by the end of Ashar 2082 BS to contact the company at the earliest. According to the company, the claim...


National Life Insurance Organizes ‘Start of Success’ Program Featuring Legendary Actor Rajesh Hamal

Kathmandu — National Life Insurance Company Limited organized a special one-night, two-day motivational event titled ‘Start of Success’ for its agents at Hotel Pokhara Grand, Pokhara. The program aimed to inspire agents through the motivational journey and experiences of...


Nepal Insurance Authority Gandaki Province to Conduct Agent Examinations

Kathmandu — The Gandaki Province Office of the Nepal Insurance Authority (NIA) has announced that the insurance agent examinations will be held on Kartik 17 and 18 (November 3 – 4). According to the authority, the examination scheduled for...