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October 13, 2026 6:32 PM

A Pause from Screens, a Return to Letters: India Post, IndiGo Take Digital Detox Campaign to the Skies

In a bid to revive the charm of handwritten communication in an increasingly digital world, the Department of Posts, under the Ministry of Communications, collaborated with IndiGo to organise a unique Digital Detox Campaign on October 12, observed as Philately Day during the ongoing National Postal Week celebrations from October 9 to 15. The initiative encouraged air travellers to step away from their digital devices, put their thoughts on paper and reconnect with loved ones through handwritten ...

August 25, 2026 12:53 PM

India Post rolls out upgraded Dak MITRA, Dak Sewa apps; inaugurates 14 renovated post offices

The Department of Posts on Monday launched upgraded versions of its Dak MITRA and Dak Sewa mobile applications and inaugurated 14 renovated Post Office buildings as part of efforts to modernise postal services and strengthen last-mile delivery. Union Communications Minister Jyotiraditya M. Scindia and Minister of State for Communications and Rural Development Chandra Sekhar Pemmasani launched the applications and inaugurated the renovated facilities, with the initiatives aimed at making India P...

August 15, 2026 1:37 AM

India Post makes history with first-ever drone delivery of Tiranga in Himachal Pradesh

In a first-of-its-kind initiative, India Post on Friday delivered the National Flag, Tiranga, by drone from Mandi Head Post Office to Rehardhar Branch Post Office in Himachal Pradesh on the eve of Independence Day. Union Minister for Communications and Development of North Eastern Region Jyotiraditya M. Scindia virtually inaugurated the drone delivery and witnessed the live take-off from the Mandi Head Post Office. He also interacted with postal officials and the drone operator during the opera...

July 15, 2026 8:16 AM

India Post records highest-ever Q1 revenue of ₹4,009 crore, registers 22% YoY growth: Scindia

India Post has recorded its highest-ever first-quarter revenue of ₹4,009 crore in the first quarter of FY 2026–27, registering a 22 per cent year-on-year growth, Union Minister for Communications and Development of North Eastern Region (DoNER) Jyotiraditya M. Scindia said on Tuesday. The announcement was made during the Quarterly Business Review Meeting of the Department of Posts held at Vigyan Bhawan in New Delhi. The meeting, chaired by Scindia, was attended by Minister of State for C...

May 25, 2026 9:35 PM

India Post revenue rises to ₹15,373 crore in FY 2025-2026 amid digital transformation push

India Post recorded a sharp rise in revenue to ₹15,373 crore in the financial year 2025–26, marking one of the strongest financial performances in its 170-year history, Union Minister of State for Communications Chandra Sekhar Pemmasani said on Monday. In an interview with DD India, Pemmasani said the department witnessed an unprecedented single-year revenue increase of ₹2,100 crore in FY26, compared to the historical annual growth trend of ₹200–300 crore. India Post’s revenue stood...

May 8, 2026 2:34 PM

India Post launches modernisation drive with revamped Nehru Place post office in New Delhi

Union Communications Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia on Thursday inaugurated the renovated Nehru Place Post Office in New Delhi. He said the modernisation of India Post is a key step towards realising Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision of Viksit Bharat 2047. Scindia inaugurated the upgraded facility along with Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta and Minister of State for Communications Chandra Sekhar Pemmasani. Addressing the gathering, the Union Minister described India Post as one of the cou...

March 16, 2026 1:04 PM

India Post to launch ‘24 Speed Post’ for next-day guaranteed delivery in six major cities

The Department of Posts will launch a new premium express delivery service, “24 Speed Post,” offering next-day guaranteed delivery for urgent consignments across six major cities starting March 17. The service will be launched by Union Minister for Communications Jyotiraditya M. Scindia and Minister of State for Communications Chandra Sekhar Pemmasani at the Rangbhawan Auditorium in Akashwani Bhawan in New Delhi. In the first phase, the service will be available in six major metropolitan c...

December 10, 2025 8:08 PM

Postal network strengthened with 10,170 new offices in 11 years: Scindia

Union Minister for Communications and DoNER Jyotiraditya M. Scindia briefed the Lok Sabha on Wednesday on the major expansion and modernisation efforts underway at India Post, describing the postal network as a pillar of public service that continues to evolve with the country’s needs. The Minister said India Post now operates 1.64 lakh post offices, supported by 2.78 lakh Gramin Dak Sevaks across the country. He acknowledged the role of GDS personnel, noting that they work day and night not ...

December 9, 2025 3:23 PM

India Post launches Kerala’s first Gen-Z post office extension counter at CMS College, Kottayam

India Post on Monday unveiled Kerala’s first Gen-Z Post Office extension counter at CMS College, Kottayam, introducing a youth-centric approach to postal services. The facility was inaugurated by N.R. Giri, Director Postal Services (Kerala Central Region). Designed around the theme “of the students, by the students, for the students,” the new centre has been conceptualised and co-created by CMS College students in collaboration with India Post. The result is a modern, vibrant space that b...

August 19, 2025 3:46 PM

Jyotiraditya Scindia lauds advanced postal technology rolled out nationwide by India Post

India Post has announced the nationwide rollout of its Advanced Postal Technology (APT), a Rs 5,800 crore initiative under the IT 2.0 program aimed at accelerating the country’s digital transformation. Union Minister for Communications and Development of North Eastern Region Jyotiraditya M. Scindia congratulated India Post on the launch, calling it a “historic leap in Bharat’s digital journey.” In his post on social media, Scindia highlighted that the platform is fully indigenous and a...