India, Japan joint military exercise to be held from February 24-March 9
1 month ago

India, Japan joint military exercise to be held from February 24-March 9

The Hindu  

India and Japan are set to take part in a joint military exercise starting February 24, aiming to enhance interoperability between the two forces while undertaking joint urban warfare and counter-terrorism operations under UN mandate. The Indian Army contingent departed on Saturday for the sixth edition of the India-Japan Joint Military Exercise 'Dharma Guardian'. "The aim of the exercise is to enhance interoperability between the two forces while undertaking joint urban warfare and counter-terrorism operations under UN mandate," it said. Building on the momentum of Chief of the Army Staff's successful visit to Japan in October 2024, Exercise 'Dharma Guardian' will further strengthen the bilateral defence cooperation between India and Japan, the statement said.

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India-Japan joint military exercise "Dharma Guardian" concludes successfully
2 weeks, 3 days ago

India-Japan joint military exercise "Dharma Guardian" concludes successfully

New Indian Express  

NEW DELHI: The joint military exercise "Dharma Guardian" between India and Japan concluded successfully at the East Fuji training area in Japan. The closing ceremony was attended by Lieutenant General Toriumi Seiji, the Commanding General of the JGSDF 1st Division, who praised the participating troops for successfully completing all objectives of the exercise. General Toriumi also emphasized that the exercise …

India, Japan to hold 6th edition of joint military exercise 'Dharma Guardian'
1 month, 1 week ago

India, Japan to hold 6th edition of joint military exercise 'Dharma Guardian'

India Today  

The Indian Army is gearing up to conduct the sixth edition of Exercise Dharma Guardian with the Japan Ground Self-Defence Force at Mount Fuji, Japan, from February 25 to March 9. The exercise's primary objective is to improve interoperability between the two forces through joint urban warfare and counter-terrorism drills conducted under a United Nations mandate. Building on the momentum …

India-Nepal military exercise begins; focus on counterterrorism, aid assistance
2 months, 3 weeks ago

India-Nepal military exercise begins; focus on counterterrorism, aid assistance

India Today  

India and Nepal began their joint military exercise, 'Surya Kiran', in Nepal's Saljhandi on Tuesday. During the exercise, an infantry battalion each from the Indian Army and the Nepali Army will be training together to develop interoperability and share their experience of unorthodox modes of warfare, including counterinsurgency, counter-terrorist operations, humanitarian assistance and disaster relief operations. A traditional opening ceremony …

Tri-services Exercise Along LAC to Hone Combat Skills
4 months, 1 week ago

Tri-services Exercise Along LAC to Hone Combat Skills

Deccan Chronicle  

New Delhi: The ongoing high-intensity tri-services exercise Poorvi Prahar which began on November 10 in the forward areas of Arunachal Pradesh along the LAC will conclude on November 18. This large-scale, joint exercise aims to hone the combat effectiveness of the Indian army, navy, and air force in executing integrated joint operations in the challenging mountainous terrain of the region, …

Joint exercise of Indian, U.S. special forces begins in Meghalaya
1 year, 4 months ago

Joint exercise of Indian, U.S. special forces begins in Meghalaya

The Hindu  

GUWAHATI A joint exercise of the special forces of India and the United States commenced in Meghalaya’s Umroi Cantonment on Tuesday. Titled ‘Vajra Prahar 2023’, it is the 14th such exercise aimed at sharing the best practices and experiences in areas such as joint mission planning and operational tactics, a Defence spokesperson said. The first edition of the joint exercise …

Exercise Harimau Shakti 2023: Indian and Malaysian armies commence joint bilateral exercise in Meghalaya
1 year, 5 months ago

Exercise Harimau Shakti 2023: Indian and Malaysian armies commence joint bilateral exercise in Meghalaya

Firstpost  

The exercise will engage approximately 120 personnel from both sides with both contingents establishing a joint command post and an integrated surveillance grid along with a Joint Surveillance Centre A joint bilateral training exercise of Indian and Malaysian armies has commenced in Meghalaya’s Umroi Cantonment to enhance military capability for conduct of multi-domain operations in a sub-conventional scenario. The ‘Exercise …

'Exercise Yudh Abhyas': Indian, US Army conduct joint military drill in Alaska
1 year, 5 months ago

'Exercise Yudh Abhyas': Indian, US Army conduct joint military drill in Alaska

Firstpost  

The 19th edition of the joint military exercise began on 25 September and will go on till 8 October and is being conducted in Fort Wainwright, Alaska, US The Indian and US Armies snipers conducted a joint military exercise in America’s Alaska as part of the ‘Excercise Yudh Abhyas’. Indian ambassador to the US Taranjit Singh Sandhu visited the exercise …

India-Japan Army exercise ‘Dharma Guardian’ gets under way
2 years, 1 month ago

India-Japan Army exercise ‘Dharma Guardian’ gets under way

The Hindu  

The fourth edition of India-Japan bilateral Army exercise ‘Dharma Guardian’ began at Camp Imazu in Shiga province, Japan on Friday and will go on till March 2. “Notably, in the series of military training exercises undertaken by India with various countries, ‘Exercise Dharma Guardian’ which is an annual training event with Japan, is crucial and significant in terms of security …

Counterterrorism, China Main Focus Of India-Japan Joint Military Exercise 'Dharma Guardian 22'
2 years, 1 month ago

Counterterrorism, China Main Focus Of India-Japan Joint Military Exercise 'Dharma Guardian 22'

ABP News  

New Delhi: The Japanese Ground Self-Defence Force is looking at improving its counterterrorism skills during the latest round of the annual bilateral exercise that it conducts with the Indian Army even as both sides continue to get strategically closer under the Indo-Pacific framework. The Indian Army and the Japanese Ground Self-Defence Force will be conducting a joint military field training …

India, Japan to hold maiden bilateral air exercise
2 years, 2 months ago

India, Japan to hold maiden bilateral air exercise

The Hindu  

India and Japan will hold their first bilateral air exercise from January 12 to 26, in reflection of the growing defence ties amid increasing concerns over China's military muscle flexing in the Indo-Pacific region. The exercise 'Veer Guardian-2023' involving the Indian Air Force and Japan Air Self Defence Force will be held at Japan's Hyakuri air base. "To promote Air …

'No Veto to Third Countries': India Rejects China's Objections to Indo-US Military Exercise Near LAC
2 years, 3 months ago

'No Veto to Third Countries': India Rejects China's Objections to Indo-US Military Exercise Near LAC

News 18  

India on Thursday dismissed China’s objections to the joint Indo-US military exercises being held near the Line of Actual Control in Ukktarakhand’s Auli, stating that no third country has veto over its decisions. “India exercises with whomever it chooses to and it does not give a veto to third countries on these issues,” said External Affairs Ministry spokesperson Arindam Bagchi, …

India-US military drills near LAC violate spirit of Sino-Indo agreements: China
2 years, 3 months ago

India-US military drills near LAC violate spirit of Sino-Indo agreements: China

Hindustan Times  

China on Wednesday said it was opposed to the joint Indo-US military exercises being held near the Line of Actual Control, asserting that it violates the spirit of the two border agreements signed between New Delhi and Beijing. Indian and US Army personnel exchange greetings during a humanitarian and disaster relief exercise amid the Indo-US joint exercise 'Yudh Abhyas', in …

Five bilateral Army exercises under way, including ‘Yudh Abhyas’ in Uttarakhand
2 years, 3 months ago

Five bilateral Army exercises under way, including ‘Yudh Abhyas’ in Uttarakhand

The Hindu  

The Indian Army is currently engaged in bilateral exercises with five countries under way both inside and outside the country meant to improve interoperability. “Yudh Abhyas reinforces our commitment to the Indo-Pacific region and improves interoperability with our Indian Army partners,” U.S. Army Pacific, the Army service component command to the Indo-Pacific Command. Cerruti, Lt. Russell, Lt. Brown and Lt. …

India, US armies hold joint exercise near border with China. Watch
2 years, 3 months ago

India, US armies hold joint exercise near border with China. Watch

Hindustan Times  

India and the United States are holding the 18th edition of the armed forces' joint training exercise in Uttarakhand’s Auli, close to the border with China. Labeled as Yudh Abhyas, the joint exercise is held annually to exchange "best practices, tactics, techniques and procedures between the armies of the two nations", according to a government statement. Multiple visuals from the …

India, Australia to conduct joint army exercise in Rajasthan from today
2 years, 3 months ago

India, Australia to conduct joint army exercise in Rajasthan from today

Hindustan Times  

The armies of India and Australia are set to conduct Austra Hind 22, a training exercise, at the Mahajan field firing ranges in Rajasthan beginning today till December 11, with the drills helping the two sides to deepen their interoperability and also strengthen the bilateral relationship, the army said in a statement on Sunday. “This joint exercise will enable the …

India-Aus armies to hold joint military exercise in Rajasthan | VIDEO
2 years, 4 months ago

India-Aus armies to hold joint military exercise in Rajasthan | VIDEO

Hindustan Times  

A bilateral training exercise between the Indian and Australian armies - 'AUSTRA HIND 22' - will be conducted at the Mahajan Field Firing Ranges in Rajasthan from Monday. The joint exercise, besides promoting understanding and interoperability between the two armies, will further help in strengthening ties between India and Australia. The aim of the exercise is to build positive military …

India-US joint military exercise 'Yudh Abhyas' slated to start November 16
2 years, 4 months ago

India-US joint military exercise 'Yudh Abhyas' slated to start November 16

India Today  

The 18th edition of the India-US joint training exercise “Yudh Abhyas 22" is scheduled to be conducted in Uttarakhand this month. The previous edition of the exercise was conducted at Joint Base Elmendorf Richardson, Alaska in October 2021. US Army soldiers from the 2nd Brigade of the 11th Airborne Division and Indian Army soldiers from the ASSAM Regiment will be …

India, Japan to Hold Annual Joint Military Drill in Karnataka from Feb 27 to Mar 10
3 years, 1 month ago

India, Japan to Hold Annual Joint Military Drill in Karnataka from Feb 27 to Mar 10

News 18  

India and Japan will conduct the annual joint military exercise "Dharma Guardian 2022" in Belgaum, Karnataka, from February 27 to March 10, the Defence Ministry said on Friday. "In the series of military training exercises undertaken by India with various countries, this exercise with Japan is crucial and significant in terms of security challenges faced by both nations in the …

U.K., India joint military exercise is to keep peace and stability: CSG top officer
3 years, 5 months ago

U.K., India joint military exercise is to keep peace and stability: CSG top officer

The Hindu  

As the United Kingdom’s Carrier Strike Group gets ready for one of the biggest joint exercises - Konkan Shakti - with Indian armed forces, its biggest aircraft carrier HMS Queen Elizabeth has an added task- it aims to strengthen military as well as cultural ties with India with an intent to ‘demonstrate that democracies that have similar views of the …

India, U.S. militaries match skills in Alaska
3 years, 5 months ago

India, U.S. militaries match skills in Alaska

The Hindu  

The 17th edition of the India-U.S. bilateral exercise, Yudh Abhyas 2021, got under way at the Joint Base Elmendorf Richardson, Alaska, U.S., with the two sides set to hone their skills in counter-terror operations in mountainous terrain and cold climate conditions. Similarly, Japan joined the India-U.S. bilateral air exercise, Cope India, as an Observer in 2018 and the plan is …

India, Sri Lanka joint military exercise to further promote synergy, interoperability: Indian Army
3 years, 5 months ago

India, Sri Lanka joint military exercise to further promote synergy, interoperability: Indian Army

India TV News  

The joint 12-day mega military exercise between India and Sri Lanka will further promote synergy and interoperability amongst the two armed forces besides further strengthening the bilateral ties, the Indian Army said on Saturday. The 8th edition of the Exercise #MitraShakti21 between the Indian and the Sri Lankan Army culminated at the island nation's eastern district of Ampara, the Indian …

India, Lanka joint military exercise to further promote synergy, interoperability: Indian Army
3 years, 5 months ago

India, Lanka joint military exercise to further promote synergy, interoperability: Indian Army

The Hindu  

The joint 12-day mega military exercise between India and Sri Lanka will further promote synergy and interoperability amongst the two armed forces besides further strengthening the bilateral ties, the Indian Army said on Saturday. The 8th edition of the Exercise #MitraShakti21 between the Indian and the Sri Lankan Army culminated at the island nation's eastern district of Ampara, the Indian …

India, U.S. to begin 15-day military exercise in Alaska from October 15
3 years, 5 months ago

India, U.S. to begin 15-day military exercise in Alaska from October 15

The Hindu  

India and the U.S. will kickstart a 15-day mega military exercise in Alaska from Friday to further deepen bilateral military cooperation. The 17th edition of the exercise "Yudh Abhyas" will be conducted at Joint Base Elmendorf Richardson in Alaska from October 15 to 29, the Indian Army said on Thursday. It said the exercise will focus on "combined arms manoeuvres …

Indian Army to take part in joint military training exercise with US Army in Alaska
3 years, 5 months ago

Indian Army to take part in joint military training exercise with US Army in Alaska

India Today  

A 350-member contingent of the Indian Army will be participating in a joint military exercise with the US Army from October 15 to 29 in Alaska. As part of the ongoing Indo-US Defence Cooperation, the joint military training exercise 'Exercise Yudh Abhyas 2021' will be conducted at the USA's Joint Base Elmendorf Richardson in Alaska, a statement from the ministry …

India, UK begin two-week military exercise in Uttarakhand
3 years, 5 months ago

India, UK begin two-week military exercise in Uttarakhand

India Today  

India and the UK kickstarted a two-week military exercise at Chaubatia in Uttarakhand to further strengthen bilateral defence cooperation between the two countries, the Indian Army said on Thursday. "An Infantry Company from the Indian Army and an equivalent strength from the UK Army would be sharing their experiences gained during the conduct of various military operations in their respective …

India, Nepal begin joint military exercise 'Surya Kiran' in Uttarakhand's Pithoragarh
3 years, 6 months ago

India, Nepal begin joint military exercise 'Surya Kiran' in Uttarakhand's Pithoragarh

India Today  

India and Nepal commenced a 15-day battalion level military training exercise in Uttrakhand's Pithoragarh on Monday with a focus on counter-terror drills and disaster relief operations. The 15th India-Nepal military training exercise 'Surya Kiran' will continue till October 3. The exercise is aimed at sharing experiences gained during the conduct of various counter insurgency operations by both countries.#IndianArmy#StrongAndCapable pic.twitter.com/CF76YmAGuA — …

Why military exercises with friendly nations have become a necessary tool in India's defence diplomacy
3 years, 7 months ago

Why military exercises with friendly nations have become a necessary tool in India's defence diplomacy

Firstpost  

From the Malabar naval exercise to Yudh Abhyas, these exercises help establish India’s military capabilities and is also a great way of securing allies, which will help in times of need. It’s almost raining joint military exercises in India; the Indian Navy is participating in the MALABAR-21, between navies of Australia, Japan and the United States of America, while the …

Contingent of 270 US Army soldiers arrives in India for joint exercise Yudh Abhyas-20
4 years, 1 month ago

Contingent of 270 US Army soldiers arrives in India for joint exercise Yudh Abhyas-20

India Today  

The US Army contingent, comprising 270 soldiers, participating in India - US joint training Exercise ‘Yudh Abhyas - 20’ arrived at Suratgarh, Rajasthan on Saturday. The exercise will contribute immensely in promoting bilateral Army to Army relations, enhance interoperability, exchange best practices and experiences between the Indian Army and the US Army. Exercise Yudh Abhyas is one of the largest …

Indo-U.S. joint military exercise ‘Yudh Abhyas’ to begin in Rajasthan on February 8
4 years, 1 month ago

Indo-U.S. joint military exercise ‘Yudh Abhyas’ to begin in Rajasthan on February 8

The Hindu  

The 16th edition of Indo-U.S. joint military exercise ‘Yudh Abhyas’ will be held in Rajasthan between February 8 and 21, a defence spokesperson said on Wednesday. Defence Spokesperson Lt. Col. Amitabh Sharma said, “As part of military-to-military exchange programmes, U.S. Army troops will be arriving in India on February 5 for the 16th edition of Exercise ‘Yudh Abhyas’ with Indian …

Indo-UK joint military exercise concludes
5 years, 1 month ago

Indo-UK joint military exercise concludes

India TV News  

The 13-day-long Indo-UK joint military exercise -- Ajeya Warrior -- Concluded on Tuesday in Salisbury Plains of the United kingdom, a defence spokesman said here on Tuesday. The 5th edition of the joint military exercise had commenced at the Salisbury Plains Training area in the UK on February 13, he said. It was attended by Deputy High Commissioner of India …

India-China joint military exercise concludes in Meghalaya
5 years, 3 months ago

India-China joint military exercise concludes in Meghalaya

India Today  

A joint military exercise between Indian and Chinese troops concluded on Friday at the Umroi Military Station in Meghalaya. According to an official statement, the India-China 'Hand-in-Hand' exercise aimed at honing skills in rock craft, physical endurance and house clearance drills in counter-terrorism environment. The 8th India-China joint training exercise, with the theme counter-terrorism under the United Nations' mandate was …

Indian, Chinese militaries to conduct joint exercise from Dec 11
6 years, 3 months ago

Indian, Chinese militaries to conduct joint exercise from Dec 11

India TV News  

The Indian and Chinese militaries will be engaged in a joint military exercise that will involve tactical level operations in an international counter insurgency environment, the Defence Ministry said on Thursday. "The aim of the exercise is to build and promote close relations between armies of both the countries and to enhance the ability of joint exercise commander to take …

India, US to carry out joint military training exercise on September 16
6 years, 6 months ago

India, US to carry out joint military training exercise on September 16

Deccan Chronicle  

Dehradun: Armies of India and the US will carry out a military training exercise in the foothills of the Himalayas at Chaubattia from September 16. Yudh Abhyas 2018 is one of the longest running joint military training exercises and a major bilateral defence cooperation endeavour between India and the US, a defence press release here said. This will be the …

India's military in high demand for joint training exercises
6 years, 6 months ago

India's military in high demand for joint training exercises

Deccan Chronicle  

Two recent major joint military exercises highlighted the great demand by many countries for training with India’s armed forces. On 24 July 2018, a squad of six Indian Air Force aircraft comprising four Su-30 MKI, one C-130 and one C-17, landed at the Royal Australian Air Force Base, Darwin, Australia to participate for the first time in a multinational air …

Ajeya Warrior: India-UK to conduct third joint military training exercise in Rajasthan in December
7 years, 4 months ago

Ajeya Warrior: India-UK to conduct third joint military training exercise in Rajasthan in December

Firstpost  

The third India-United Kingdom joint Army training exercise ‘Ajeya Warrior’ will be conducted in Rajasthan next month, a defence spokesman said on Saturday Jaipur: The third India-United Kingdom joint army training exercise ‘Ajeya Warrior’ will be conducted in Rajasthan next month, a defence spokesman said on Saturday. It will be the third joint military exercise between the two countries,” defence …

First Indo-Myanmar joint military exercise begins in Meghalaya
7 years, 4 months ago

First Indo-Myanmar joint military exercise begins in Meghalaya

Hindustan Times  

A group of 15 officers from the Myanmarese army on Monday started a six-day bilateral military exercise with their counterparts from the Indian Army in Meghalaya in the first ever joint training of the troops from the two neighbouring countries. The India-Myanmar Bilateral Military Exercise 2017 will take place at the recently created Joint Training Node of the Indian Army …

Following Malabar naval exercise, India and US armies gear up for joint military drill in September
7 years, 7 months ago

Following Malabar naval exercise, India and US armies gear up for joint military drill in September

Firstpost  

Indian Army is all set to hold the ‘Yudh Abhyas’, a joint military exercise with the US Army at Joint-Base Lewis McChord in the US from 14-27 September The Indian Army is all set to hold the ‘Yudh Abhyas’, a joint military exercise with the US Army in September. The military exercise will be held at Joint-Base Lewis McChord in …

India, Sri Lanka hold joint military exercise
8 years, 5 months ago

India, Sri Lanka hold joint military exercise

Firstpost  

The joint exercise is focused on enhancing inter-operability in counter terror operations between India and Sri Lanka New Delhi: India and Sri Lanka are holding a joint military exercise at Sinha Regimental Centre in Ambepussa, Sri Lanka, an official said on Tuesday. The joint exercise is focused on enhancing inter-operability in counter terror operations, a statement said. The Indian Army …

India-US joint military training exercise ends in Uttarakhand
10 years, 5 months ago

India-US joint military training exercise ends in Uttarakhand

Firstpost  

An India-US combined military training exercise - Yudh Abhyas 2014 - in Uttarakhand concluded on 30 September. Dehradun: An India-US combined military training exercise - Yudh Abhyas 2014 - in Uttarakhand concluded on 30 September, officials said on Wednesday, adding the exercise strengthened cooperation between the two armies. The exercise, which commenced on 17 September in Ranikhet and Chaubattia, was …

India-US Army's joint military drill in Uttarakhand ends
10 years, 5 months ago

India-US Army's joint military drill in Uttarakhand ends

India TV News  

Dehradun: An India-US combined military training exercise - Yudh Abhyas 2014 - in Uttarakhand concluded Sep 30, officials said Wednesday, adding the exercise strengthened cooperation between the two armies. The exercise, which commenced Sep 17 Ranikhet and Chaubattia, was the 10th in the Yudh Abhyas series, which began 2004 under US Army Pacific partnership programme. The exercise this year witnessed …

India, Japan and US naval ships to start joint exercises
10 years, 8 months ago

India, Japan and US naval ships to start joint exercises

Firstpost  

Warships from the three countries are to begin the joint exercises on Friday, after an official opening ceremony at the Sasebo Naval Base in southern Japan on Thursday. Known as the Malabar Exercise, the annual event usually involves India and the US, but Japan’s Maritime Self-Defence Force will take part this year, the third time since 2007. The manoeuvres also …

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