IRDAI mandates four-layer motor insurance structure for cars, two-wheelers

IANS | November 4, 2026 1:01 PM

New Delhi, Nov 4 (IANS) The Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI) has introduced a new four-layer structure for motor insurance policies covering private cars and two-wheelers, allowing customers to choose specific covers based on their requirements, effective from December 15, 2026.

Stockal, HDFC Securities issue clarification after alleged Rs 100-crore fraud

IANS | November 4, 2026 11:46 AM

New Delhi, Nov 4 (IANS) Borderless -- parent company of Stockal Securities -- on Wednesday said DriveWealth has notified it about unauthorised trading activity in 13 customer accounts amid allegations that nearly 30 retail investors lost more than Rs 100 crore on the Bengaluru-based fintech platform.

US midterm elections: How a Democratic win could affect global markets and India's outlook

IANS | November 4, 2026 11:12 AM

New Delhi, Nov 4 (IANS) The US dollar index and Treasury yields fell sharply as investors increasingly priced in a Democratic sweep in one of the most closely watched US midterm elections, with experts on Wednesday saying the outcome could influence oil prices, tariff policies, regulation of major industries and the broader geopolitical outlook, including for India.