India-Australia joint military exercise AUSTRAHIND to conclude on Nov 1

Thiruvananthapuram, Oct 30 (UNI) The 14-day joint military exercise AUSTRAHIND-2026, involving the Indian Army's Garhwal Rifles and Australia's 13th Infantry Brigade, will conclude on November 1 after a series of intensive combat training programmes and coordinated operational drills across jungle, island and coastal terrains. Commenced on October 19, the exercise has focused on enhancing the operational capabilities, combat preparedness and interoperability of the two forces through joint mission-oriented training. The Indian Navy and Kerala Fire and Rescue Services have also joined the exercise to strengthen inter-agency coordination and improve preparedness for emergency situations. The participating troops have undergone intensive training…