What Happened
36-Hour Operation Demonstrates Bilateral Defense Cooperation
India and Australia recently concluded a joint military exercise, dubbed ‘AustraHind-2026’, which involved a 36-hour operation demonstrating the two nations’ ability to work together in a bilateral defense context. The exercise, which took place in Kerala, India, aimed to enhance interoperability and cooperation between the Indian and Australian militaries. According to Pithyan Patrika, the exercise involved multiple branches of the military, including the Indian Army, Navy, and Air Force, as well as the Australian Defense Force.