INS Trishul reaches Toulon for 24th India-France exercise Varuna

22 Sep 2026 Defences

Indian Navy frigate INS Trishul arrived at Toulon, France, on 22 September 2026 for the 24th edition of the India-France bilateral naval exercise Varuna.

Important Facts

  • Date: 22 September 2026; Place: Toulon naval base, France
  • Edition: 24th
  • Ship: INS Trishul, a Talwar-class (Project 11356) frigate
  • The exercise series began in 1983 and was named Varuna in 2001
Exam Point: Varuna = India-France naval exercise (Shakti = army, Garuda = air force).

Source: UNI

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