Published on, Aug. 23 -- August 23, 2025 6:47 PM

India has announced a temporary halt on most postal deliveries to the United States due to confusion over new US tariff rules. The suspension will begin Monday and will affect all postal items except letters, documents, and gifts valued under $100. The Indian government said the move was necessary due to unclear guidelines from US authorities.

The US decision stems from a policy introduced by President Donald Trump that ends duty-free treatment for certain low-value parcels. The new rule, set to take effect on August 29, requires "qualified parties" to collect and remit duties. However, India's communications ministry said that key processes for approving these parties and handling paymen...