INS Trishul Arrives in Toulon, France for 24th Edition of India-France Naval Exercise Varuna

Exam-focused facts from the 29 September 2026 current affairs briefing.

Key facts

Indian Navy stealth frigate INS Trishul arrived at Toulon, France on September 22, 2026 to participate in the 24th edition of the bilateral maritime exercise Varuna with the French Navy.
The exercise will include professional engagements ashore and at sea, such as cross-deck visits, operational interactions and sporting activities, aimed at enhancing interoperability and exchanging operational experience and best practices between the two navies.
The deployment underscores the enduring maritime partnership between India and France and the expanding scope of bilateral naval cooperation.