The Department of Posts has launched the India Post Mascot Design Contest on the MyGov platform, offering a total prize pool of Rs 2 lakh. The winning mascot will become India Post's official brand ambassador, with entries open until August 15.
The Supreme Court ruled that long-serving temporary employees performing duties similar to regular staff cannot be denied pension and retirement benefits. Setting aside a Patna High Court order, it directed the Centre to grant pensionary benefits to former postal workers
The Telangana Postal Circle has introduced 24x7 booking services in eight post offices across Vikarabad, Ranga Reddy, and Hyderabad districts, ensuring uninterrupted access to speed post and money remittance facilities. Additionally, business hours have been extended in 32 post offices across Hyderabad city.
India’s Department of Posts has fully suspended all mail to the U.S., including letters and gifts under $100, due to new U.S. regulations removing duty-free exemptions. The move follows carrier refusals amid unclear customs processes under the new tariff regime
Digital Postal Index Number (DIGIPIN) developed by IIT Hyderabad and NRSC under ISRO, has been launched by the Department of Post to provide precise location with the help of coordinates. This beta version is now available on their web application and open for feedback.
DIGIPIN will enhance location accuracy across multiple sectors by providing precise geographic coordinates, ensuring accurate service delivery and reducing emergency response times.
As many people in rural areas don't have smartphones, the department came up with this free service to help people register and get an appointment for the Covid-19 vaccination
The complaints and grievances of general public from Telangana can be sent to M Manmadha Rao, Assistant Director of Postal Services on or before February 4
