India, April 11 -- The union government on Friday launched a dedicated 'Global Tariff and Trade Helpdesk' to assist traders navigate emerging trade issues amid global uncertainty over US President Donald Trump's tariff measures.

According to a notice issued by the government, the Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) has operationalised the helpdesk to look into issues relating to 'import and export challenges, import surges or dumping, EXIM clearance, logistics or supply chain challenges, financial or banking issues, regulatory or compliance issues, and other Issues or suggestions.'

"The department of commerce and DGFT are actively tracking developments in global trade, particularly in relation to tariff changes, import surges, a...