New Delhi, March 11 -- The Indian government has extended the free import policy for Yellow peas and Urad, making it easier for traders to bring these pulses into the country.

The Ministry of Commerce & Industry, Department of Commerce, issued a notification regarding the extension.

According to the notification, the import of yellow peas under the ITC (HS) Code 07131010 will now be classified as "Free" without the previously applicable Minimum Import Price (MIP) condition or any port restrictions.

However, traders must register their imports under the online Import Monitoring System. This new rule applies immediately to all shipments where the Bill of Lading (Shipped on Board) is issued on or before May 31, 2025.

Previously, the free...