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Health Insurance

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India's health insurance sector demonstrates robust growth and profitability, led by Star Health's strong Q2 FY27 performance. Star Health reported a 70% year-over-year increase in normalized profit after tax, driven by a significant expansion in gross written premium and a fifth consecutive quarter of underwriting profit improvement. Digital distribution channels are fueling this growth, with direct-to-consumer sales surging and agents contributing substantially to new policy acquisition. While Niva Bupa faces a court order regarding Provident Fund payments, the company is preparing for an earnings conference call to discuss its own Q2 performance, suggesting ongoing scrutiny and a need for operational efficiency within the sector.