Now, claim health benefits for your live-in partner

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If you are among those who have a live-in relationship, you have reason to cheer as things start to look even better. According to an article carried by The Economic Times (ET) on Thursday, you will now be able to include your mate or live-in partner for health insurance benefits. The story said iGate Patni, a Mumbai-based IT services firm, is permitting employees to claim health insurance benefits for their partners. Already, 36 employees have filed for these benefits within a month. To avail this benefit, you need to do two things. One, submit an employee declaration and two, provide details of the partner. Click here to read more.

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