IIT Hyderabad, ISRO collaborate to implement technology better than PIN code *DIGI PIN: Postal Index Number* DigiPin, which is better than the number-PIN), has been introduced by the Department of Posts. While a PIN indicates a wide area, a digital PIN clearly states that it is a particular building. DigiPin is a 10-digit code that helps in easily identifying an address. It contains letters and numbers. It was brought so that ambulances and fire brigades can reach remote areas with certainty. This DigiPin can be shared with online e-commerce companies like Flipkart and Amazon. It is most useful in villages and areas where there are no clear addresses. It was developed jointly by IIT Hyderabad and ISRO's National Remote Sensing Centre. The entire country is divided into 4x4 meter grids and a code is assigned to each grid based on latitude and longitude. With the help of the DigiPin platform brought by the Department of Posts, homes, offices, institutions, etc. can get it.