India Bans All Imports From Pakistan

India has banned all imports from the neighbouring country amid soaring tensions over the Pahalgam terror attack. The decision has been taken in the interest of national security and public policy, the government said, stressing that it applies to all products in transit from Pakistan.

“Direct or indirect Import or transit of all goods originating in or exported from Pakistan, whether or not freely importable or otherwise permitted, shall be prohibited with immediate effect, until further orders. This restriction is imposed in the interest of national security and public policy. Any exception to this prohibition shall require prior approval of the Government of India,” said a notification by the Commerce Ministry.

Imports from Pakistan primarily comprised pharma products, fruits and oilseeds. It declined over the years since the 2019 Pulwama attack, with India imposing a 200% duty on Pakistani products. Reports suggest it was less than 0.0001% of total imports in 2024-25.