Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 08:31am on 30 Aug 2025,Saturday India Global
India's postal department suspended all mail services to the United States, including letters, documents, and gifts under $100, following earlier parcel service halts. The suspension stems from Trump administration's August 29 elimination of the $800 "de minimis" rule, requiring customs duties on all US-bound parcels except gifts under $100. Airlines refuse carrying parcels due to undefined duty collection mechanisms and unclear regulatory frameworks. Deputy Director General LK Dash cited no alternatives amid customer inconvenience concerns. India Post processes 3 tonnes daily US-bound cargo, affecting 100-200 monthly tonnes. Over 25 countries have suspended US postal services citing transit uncertainties. The department promises service restoration efforts while offering postage refunds for undelivered items already booked.
