Irdai asks state-run insurers to account for wage costs annually

Irdai has implemented a new requirement for state insurers to create annual provisions for wage increases, intending to soften the financial repercussions of periodic wage negotiations. Insurers are now obliged to evaluate the sufficiency of these provisions quarterly after obligations become clear. The government has ruled out options for additional capital, instead banking on solvency…

Trent slides 12% as Q1 growth fails to impress

Trent shares experienced a significant single-day decline on Tuesday. This drop followed first-quarter financial results that did not meet market expectations. Revenue growth was largely driven by recently opened stores in smaller towns. These new locations show lower revenue per square foot compared to metros. Analysts remain optimistic about Trent’s long-term growth prospects.