India intensifies checks on Gulf imports to block indirect entry of Pakistani goods.

India is stepping up checks on imports from the UAE and other Gulf countries to prevent Pakistani goods from entering indirectly. This follows a ban on Pakistani imports imposed after a terrorist attack in Pahalgam. Officials are closely examining labels and origins of goods, especially dates, amid concerns they may be mislabeled. Bilateral trade between India and Pakistan has dropped significantly since 2018, and the ban is expected to further strain relations.