The Economic Times

India-Japan joint military exercise Dharma Guardian 2026 to be held in Uttarakhand from February 24 to March 9

India and Japan will hold their seventh Joint Military Exercise Dharma Guardian in Uttarakhand from February 24 to March 9, 2026. The exercise will focus on joint urban warfare and counter-terrorism operations. Troops will refine planning and practice specialized combat skills. This event reinforces the growing defense partnership and shared commitment to regional security between the two nations.