# Episode 719: 04 May 2026

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Podcast: [Hear & Now](https://stenobird.com/podcast/hear-now-6461340)
Published: 2026-05-04T07:49:02+00:00
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Duration seconds: 241

## Resource

Episode 719: Tune in to Hear & Now with Airav! The government notifies 100% FDI in insurance via the automatic route, a reality check on NPS Swasthya versus comprehensive health plans, and a new mandatory health insurance rule for tourists. Stay tuned for these key updates!

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