4th Edition of India-US Naval Exercise ‘Tiger Triumph’

Current Context: The 4th Edition of India-US Naval Exercise ‘Tiger Triumph’ took place from April 1 to 11, 2025, on India's Eastern Seaboard, including Visakhapatnam and Kakinada.

• Participants included the Indian Navy, Army, Air Force, and the US Navy, Army, Marine Corps, along with representatives from the US Space Force.

Important Highlights:

• Harbour Phase: Held in Visakhapatnam (April 1–7), featuring pre-sail conferences, Subject Matter Expert Exchanges (SMEEs) on medical, drone, and space technologies, and friendly sports fixtures.
• Sea Phase: Conducted off Kakinada (April 8–11), showcasing maritime operations, troop landings, aircraft cross-deck landings, and NDRF activities.
• Distinguished Visitors' Day: Culminated on April 11, with dignitaries witnessing standoff landings, slithering drills, and integrated air operations.

Question:

Q.1 Which of the following branches of the Indian Armed Forces participated in Tiger Triumph 2025?
a) Indian Navy, Army, and Air Force
b) Indian Army and Navy
c) Indian Navy only
d) Indian Navy and Air Force only

Answer: a) Tiger Triumph 2025 was a tri-services exercise, involving all three branches of the Indian Armed Forces, demonstrating joint operational capabilities.