Indian Navy-US Navy EOD Exercise 2026 to Commence in Kochi

Exam-focused facts from the 11 August 2026 current affairs briefing.

Key facts

The Indian Navy and US Navy will conduct the Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) Exercise 2026 at Southern Naval Command, Kochi from 10 to 14 August 2026.
The exercise is the eighth edition of the joint Salvage and EOD exercises between the two navies, which have been conducted since 2005.
The bilateral exercise aims to enhance interoperability and strengthen professional cooperation between the specialist diving and EOD teams of the two navies.
The five-day exercise includes Subject Matter Expert Exchanges, cross-training, equipment demonstrations, and scenario-based practical exercises.