Indian Insurance Regulatory Authority

Compliance Guidelines for Dark Patterns Prevention and Regulation

IRDAI issued a press release requiring insurance companies operating in India to comply with guidelines on the prevention and regulation of dark patterns. The guidelines address deceptive digital design practices that can mislead consumers in insurance products and services. Insurers must review their digital platforms and marketing materials to ensure they do not employ manipulative user interface techniques that could constitute unfair business practices.

Domestic Systemically Important Insurers D-SIIs List 02.04.2026

IRDAI published the list of Domestic Systemically Important Insurers (D-SIIs) effective 02.04.2026. D-SIIs are insurers designated as systemically important due to their size, cross-jurisdictional activity, interconnectedness, and non-substitutability. These insurers face enhanced regulatory supervision and additional requirements under the D-SII framework.

IRDAI Constitutes Health Insurance Sub-Committee Under Insurance Advisory Committee

IRDAI has constituted a Sub-committee on Health Insurance under its Insurance Advisory Committee. The 136 KB PDF document (in Hindi: बीमा सलाहकार समिति – स्वास्थ्य बीमा संबंधी उप-समिति का गठन) announces the formation of this specialized health insurance working group. The sub-committee will likely examine health insurance products, coverage issues, and consumer protection matters within India's insurance sector.