Customs Seize Pakistani Painting Amid Import Ban

The Customs department has intercepted a painting by a Pakistani artist at Indira Gandhi International Airport, as officials crack down on imports in light of a recent policy shift.

The artwork, valued at Rs 5.5 lakh, was discovered during a routine check amid heightened security measures. This seizure responds to a renewed directive prohibiting goods from Pakistan following a terrorist incident in Pahalgam.

Customs have detected several such cases, signaling a firm stance by Indian authorities since increasing import duties after the Pulwama attacks. The crackdown underscores escalated tensions between the neighboring nations.

(With inputs from agencies.)