NSG and US Special Forces Unite for 7th 'Tarkash' Counter-Terrorism Exercise

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The 7th edition of the India-U.S. joint counter-terrorism exercise 'Tarkash' occurred from April 22 to May 15, 2024, in Kolkata, West Bengal.

An Overview of the News

• This three-week exercise focused on urban counter-terrorism scenarios.

• The aim was to enhance bilateral cooperation between India and the U.S. in combating terrorism.

• Key activities included joint mock counter-terror drills to improve interoperability and coordination.

• Participants shared best practices, tactics, techniques, and procedures for urban counter-terror operations.

• Training encompassed close-quarter battles, building intervention drills, hostage rescue operations, surveillance, long-range sniping, and planning complex multi-target operations.

About NSG:

• The National Security Guard (NSG), often referred to as Black Cats, serves as India's counter-terrorism unit within the Ministry of Home Affairs.

• Nalin Prabhat is the Director General of the NSG.

• The headquarters of the NSG is situated in New Delhi, Delhi.

• It was established in 1986.