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Russia and India begin joint military drills in Rajasthan

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Posted on October 7, 2025

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MOSCOW (Reuters) -Russia and India have begun joint military drills in the northwestern Indian state of Rajasthan aimed at improving counter-terrorism operations, Russia's defence ministry said. The

Russia and India Launch Joint Military Exercises in Rajasthan

MOSCOW (Reuters) -Russia and India have begun joint military drills in the northwestern Indian state of Rajasthan aimed at improving counter-terrorism operations, Russia's defence ministry said.

The Russia-India "Indra 2025" drills are taking place at the Mahajan range in Rajasthan and will continue until October 15, the ministry said.

"The main goal of the drills is honing the cohesion of both countries' units in the fight against terrorism, including the perfection of counter-terrorism operations' tactics," the ministry said.

"Particular attention will be paid to increasing the operational compatibility of units and exchanging the best practices in the context of modern warfare."

(Reporting by Reuters; editing by Guy Faulconbridge and Hugh Lawson)

Key Takeaways

  • Russia and India have started joint military drills.
  • The exercises are named 'Indra 2025'.
  • Drills focus on counter-terrorism operations.
  • Exercises held at Mahajan range, Rajasthan.
  • Aim to improve operational compatibility.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is military drill?
A military drill is a training exercise where armed forces practice their operations and tactics to improve their readiness and effectiveness in real-world scenarios.
What is operational compatibility?
Operational compatibility refers to the ability of different military units or organizations to work together effectively, sharing resources and information to achieve common goals.

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