Tariffs and Turbulence: How Trump’s Trade Policies Could Reshape Global Insurance Market

As U.S. President Donald Trump pushes forward with a fresh wave of tariffs targeting imports from China, Mexico, and other major trade partners, the expected economic friction is already beginning to ripple across key sectors. One of the less...


MetLife Nepal Launches Nationwide Campaign to Empower Locals Through Insurance Careers

Kathmandu – In a bid to inspire a new wave of local employment and community impact, MetLife Nepal has launched a nationwide campaign encouraging individuals from all walks of life to pursue a meaningful career as life insurance agents....


Shikhar Insurance Concludes Fourth Annual Surveyor Seminar

Kathmandu – Shikhar Insurance Company Limited successfully concluded its fourth annual surveyor seminar on Tuesday, focusing on enhancing professional capabilities in insurance claim management. The event, themed “Capacity Enhancement for Professional Excellence in Claim Management,” brought together key stakeholders...


IME Life Launches E-Loan Service for Policyholders

Kathmandu – IME Life Insurance Company Limited has officially launched its new digital loan facility, branded as the “IME Life E-Loan Service,” enabling policyholders to apply for and receive loans from the comfort of their homes. The service was...


China to Raise Insurance Funds’ Stock Investment Limit to Support Capital Markets

Beijing (Reuters) — China’s financial regulator has announced plans to raise the equity investment limit for insurance funds, in a move aimed at strengthening the capital markets and boosting the real economy. According to a statement issued Tuesday by...


Japanese Insurers Eye Global Expansion Amid Domestic Market Constraints: AM Best

Kathmandu – With Japan’s domestic insurance market facing stagnation due to a shrinking and aging population, major Japanese insurers are accelerating international expansion and acquisitions to secure long-term growth, according to a new commentary from AM Best. The report,...


Insurance Companies Must Act Responsibly on Term Policies, Says Chairman Ojha

Kathmandu — Nepal Insurance Authority Chairman Sharad Ojha has called on insurance companies to adopt a more responsible and targeted approach toward term insurance, citing its critical role in ensuring financial security for families. His remarks came during the...


SuryaJyoti Life Insurance Unveils Digital Card and e-Loan Services, Marking Industry First In Nepal

Kathmandu, – In a pioneering move for Nepal’s insurance sector, SuryaJyoti Life Insurance Company Limited has introduced the ‘Suryajyoti Cares Digital Card’ and ‘SuryaJyoti e-Loan’ services, signaling a significant stride toward digital transformation. The official launch took place on...


USTR Flags LIC’s Sovereign Guarantee; LIC Rejects Claims of Unfair Advantage

New Delhi — The United States Trade Representative (USTR) has raised concerns over what it terms an “uneven playing field” in India’s insurance sector, citing the sovereign guarantee provided to Life Insurance Corporation (LIC). In response, the state-owned insurer...


Former Chairman of Insurance Authority Dr. Prafulla Kumar Kafle Passes Away

Kathmandu — Dr. Prafulla Kumar Kafle, former Chairman of Nepal Insurance Authority, has passed away. He was a prominent figure in Nepal’s financial and insurance sector. Dr. Kafle served as the second chairman of the then Insurance Committee, now...