The growth can primarily be attributed to single premiums and more specifically to Life Insurance Corporation’s (LIC) group single premiums. LIC reported a 46% jump in first year premium collection in April-September period over the same period last year while the private insurers collectively saw a rather slower 23.3% year-on-year rise compared to 27.7% rise seen for last year.
Tamilnad Mercantile Bank Q1 profit jumps 35% on strong income growth
Tamilnad Mercantile Bank reported a 35% year-on-year rise in June quarter net profit to Rs 412 crore, driven by higher income and net interest income.