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Nov 03, 2026

Tiger Triumph 2026: US‑India joint exercise commences

The fifth edition of the Tiger Triumph bilateral exercise between the United States and India began in Visakhapatnam. The joint drill focuses on humanitarian assistance and disaster response, tabletop planning, and integrated multi‑domain command and control. The US Pacific Fleet announced the opening ceremony on 2 November, underscoring the two nations’ commitment to enhanced interoperability. Forces train side by side to improve crisis response across the region and demonstrate defence cooperation. The exercise also strengthens regional preparedness for natural disasters and other emergencies, reflecting broader defence collaboration between New Delhi and Washington.

Tiger Triumph 2026 opened in Visakhapatnam on 2 November.
Emphasises humanitarian aid, disaster response, and planning.
Focus on integrated multi‑domain command and control.
US‑India defence cooperation and interoperability.
Strengthens regional crisis response readiness.

Nov 01, 2026

India and Indonesia Conduct 11th Exercise Garuda Shakti 2026

The 11th edition of Exercise Garuda Shakti, a joint Special Forces military exercise between India and Indonesia, commenced on 27 October 2026 at Banyuwangi, Indonesia, and will continue until 6 November 2026. The Indian contingent comprises personnel from the Parachute Regiment (Special Forces), while Indonesia is represented by its Special Forces. The exercise emphasizes jungle warfare, combat marksmanship, obstacle crossing, mountaineering and air assault operations. It aims to enhance military cooperation, operational interoperability and bilateral defence relations between the two countries. Both sides will conduct training under strict safety protocols with observers present from both nations.

Exercise number: 11th Garuda Shakti edition.
Start date: 27 October 2026; end: 6 November 2026.
Location: Banyuwangi, Indonesia.
Participants: Indian Parachute Regiment SF; Indonesian Special Forces.
Focus areas: jungle warfare, marksmanship, obstacle crossing, mountaineering, air assault.
Goal: strengthen defence ties and interoperability.

Oct 31, 2026

India and South Korea conduct IN-RoKN 2026 naval exercise

The second edition of Exercise IN-RoKN 2026, a bilateral naval drill between India and South Korea, was conducted in Busan during October 2026. The Indian Navy deployed INS Sahyadri, a indigenously built guided-missile stealth frigate, while South Korea deployed ROKS Munmu the Great. The exercise included harbour interactions, cross-training and coordinated maritime operations. Its primary objective was to strengthen naval cooperation, improve interoperability and promote peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific region. The inaugural edition was held in 2025, reflecting ongoing defence collaboration between the two nations and shared maritime security interests.

Second IN-RoKN edition held in Busan, October 2026.
India deployed INS Sahyadri; South Korea deployed ROKS Munmu the Great.
Activities included harbour visits, cross-training and joint operations.
Aim: enhance interoperability and maritime security in Indo-Pacific.
First edition held in 2025.

Oct 29, 2026

Goa Shipyard Launches INS Srishti for Indian Navy

Goa Shipyard Limited launched INS Srishti (Yard 1283) on 27 October 2026 at the Vaddem facility in Goa. The fourth Next Generation Offshore Patrol Vessel will enhance maritime surveillance, anti-piracy operations, search and rescue, and humanitarian assistance. The Indian Navy’s Buy (Indian-IDDM) programme includes 11 vessels total, valued at about ₹9,781 crore, underscoring a push for Indigenous Defence Manufacturing. INS Srishti will strengthen coastal security and regional capabilities, complementing existing patrol fleets. The vessel’s introduction aligns with broader government aims to expand domestic shipbuilding, deepen supplier networks, and improve rapid-response capabilities across sea lanes.

INS Srishti launched on 27 October 2026 at Vaddem, Goa
Fourth Next Generation Offshore Patrol Vessel in the series
Supports coastal surveillance, anti-piracy, search and rescue
Part of 11-vessel Buy Indian-IDDM programme worth ₹9,781 crore
Advances indigenous defence manufacturing in India

Oct 28, 2026

AUSTRAHIND 2026 Fifth Edition Begins in Kerala

The fifth edition of Exercise AUSTRAHIND 2026, a joint India‑Australia drill, began on 19 October 2026 in Kerala and runs until 1 November 2026. The Foreign Training Node in Thiruvananthuram hosts the exercise, with about 120 personnel from each army taking part. Indian troops include units from the Garhwal Rifles, while Australia is represented by 13 Brigade. The exercise focuses on joint operations in island and coastal environments and aims to improve interoperability between the two forces. It enhances shared procedures, planning and rapid response capabilities for future coastal security scenarios.

AUSTRAHIND 2026 is the fifth edition of the joint India‑Australia exercise.
Dates: 19 October to 1 November 2026.
Location: Foreign Training Node, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala.
Participants: ~120 personnel from each army; Indian Garhwal Rifles and Australian 13 Brigade.
Focus: island and coastal operations and interoperability.

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