GIC in the News for February, 2026

Physical AI From Thinking to Acting
Friday 13 February, 2026
AI has been thinking for years. But thinking never stopped a flood. Thinking never prevented a fire. Thinking never saved a life. The moment intelligence begins to ACT, everything changes. That moment is called Physical AI.

The Best Time to Buy Health Insurance is Before You Need It
Friday 13 February, 2026
For many young adults, health insurance is often seen as something to be considered later in life - after marriage, children, or the onset of health issues. However, buying health insurance at an early age is one of the smartest financial and health decisions an individual can make. Early coverage not only ensures protection during unforeseen medical events but also delivers long-term financial and lifestyle benefits.

For the Bride Who Dreamed Every Moment — And Secured Her Dream Day
Friday 13 February, 2026
A modern Indian bride is more than just the heart of her celebration — she’s its visionary. From curating colour palettes that mirror her personality to choosing destinations that feel like a dream, today’s bride orchestrates every detail with intention. Her wedding is not just an event; it’s a beautifully crafted narrative of who she is.

The Power of Storytelling in Insurance Through the Corporate Communications Desk
Saturday 14 February, 2026
Insurance is not something people think about daily, yet it quietly supports many of life’s important moments. At its core, insurance is a story of preparedness, resilience, and reassurance. Every policy exists because life is unpredictable, and every communication we create is an opportunity to explain how that unpredictability can be addressed in real terms.

India’s Insurance Industry in 2025 A Year of Consolidation, Customer Focus and Sustainable Growth
Saturday 14 February, 2026
The Indian insurance industry has traversed a period of significant transformation — shaped by bold policymaking, strategic reshuffles among major players, and evolving customer needs. Two historic developments in 2025 stood out as potential inflection points for the sector.

Claim rejection on experimental grounds reversed
Friday 13 February, 2026
A woman who paid her medical insurance premiums for 23 years without making a claim was aghast to find that her first claim, for osteoarthritis treatment, was rejected by the insurance company. The insurer said the treatment she got was experimental. The consumer redressal forum of Rajkot district, however, ordered the insurance company to pay the claim.

Squint eye surgery a vision correction treatment, not cosmetic Court
Friday 13 February, 2026
The Valsad Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission (CDRC) has ruled that squint eye correction surgery is a vision correction procedure, not a cosmetic treatment, and directed The New India Assurance Company to pay Rs 4.12 lakh in compensation to a resident of Billimora town in Navsari district

China Social insurance for gig workers to be expanded
Thursday 12 February, 2026
China will initiate more reforms to protect the rights of flexible workers and those involved in new forms of employment to promote high-quality and fuller employment and maintain social stability. The Chinese State Council, the country's Cabinet, has submitted a new proposal for review to the current session of Standing Committee of the National People's Congress, which is China's national legislature.

Indonesia Regulator supports making travel insurance mandatory for foreign tourists
Friday 13 February, 2026
The Indonesian insurance regulator, the Financial Service Authority (OJK), has expressed its support for making travel insurance mandatory for foreign visitors coming to Indonesia. The proposal, if implemented, would not only add to the country’s insurance market but also provide greater protection against health and allied risks to the foreigners visiting Indonesia

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