India Post will suspend dispatch of parcels to the US from August 25 after Washington withdrew duty-free exemption on goods up to $800. Families in Hyderabad, especially students abroad, face disruption, while private courier firms await clarity on the impact
From September 1, India Post will merge registered post with speed post to improve efficiency and adapt to digital trends. Telangana Postal Circle confirms the move, following a three-month review and largely positive customer feedback across post offices
Using this, customers can book speed post, registered letters and parcels sitting right at home. Currently, the service is available in 107 pin codes in Hyderabad
The Endowments Department and the India Post joined hands for the unique service, which was formally launched by Endowments Minister A Indrakaran Reddy here on Saturday
"Launch of DakPay adds up to the legacy of India Post, which is about reaching out to every household," Communications and IT Minister Ravi Shankar Prasad said while launching the app.