India, Nov. 11 -- The Indian army and air force conducted a large-scale joint exercise, 'Maru Jwala', in the Jaisalmer desert near the Pakistan border on the 11th day of the 12-day 'Operation Trishul'.

The drill simulated coordinated strikes on terrorist hideouts and enemy positions, highlighting India's combat readiness and growing use of advanced technology in desert warfare.

The exercise began with drones identifying enemy locations and broadcasting evacuation messages to nearby villages. Once targets were marked, ground troops and air units launched simultaneous attacks. Mechanised infantry and armoured corps formations, supported by attack helicopters, executed the assault. T-90 tanks advanced under aerial cover, while drones suppl...