India’s insurance regulator, Irdai, has initiated a common empanelment process, tasking the General Insurance Council with onboarding hospitals. Insurers are engaging with eye and general hospitals, aiming for 4,000-5,000 general hospitals in the next few months. While some hospitals welcome standardized pricing, larger ones express reservations. Insurers are expected to negotiate treatment rates based on the PMJAY framework for cost-effectiveness.
Spandana Sphoorty to raise Rs 400 crore via rights issue for FY26 plans
Spandana Sphoorty Financial will raise up to Rs 400 crore through a rights issue as part of its Rs 750 crore FY26 equity plan. Board