India, Australia conduct Exercise AUSTRAHIND 2026

Indian and Australian Army personnel are conducting joint military training under Exercise AUSTRAHIND 2026, focusing on operations across jungle, island and coastal terrain. According to news agency ANI, the fifth edition of Exercise AUSTRAHIND 2026 is being held from October 19 to November 1.

The joint exercise includes counter-insurgency and counter-terrorism drills, combat swimming and drone operations. The combined training aims to strengthen combat readiness, improve tactical coordination and enhance interoperability between the two forces. It also seeks to build mutual trust and reinforce the defence partnership between India and Australia.