Though the 200 per cent import duty imposed on Pakistani goods in 2019 after the Pulwama terror attack had effectively halted direct imports, the latest decision also prohibits the entry of Pakistani goods routed through third countries.

As tensions continue to prevail at the border over a week after the Pahalgam terror attack, Prime Minister on Saturday said that India is committed to initiating firm action against terrorists and their backers.

Following the deadly terrorist attack in Pahalgam, Pakistan is reportedly in a state of panic, fearing a strong retaliatory strike from India. Prime Minister Narendra Modi has given the Indian Army a free hand,