Colombo, April 29 -- India and Sri Lanka reaffirmed their growing maritime partnership through the fourth edition of the bilateral diving exercise, IN-SLN DIVEX 2026, conducted at Colombo from April 21-28.

The exercise witnessed participation of the Indian Navy's Diving Support and Submarine Rescue Vessel, INS Nireekshak, alongside diving teams from both navies- underscoring enhanced operational coordination and professional synergy, the Indian Navy said in a statement.

As per the Indian Navy, a specialised engagement focusing on complex underwater operations- the IN-SLN DIVEX aims to strengthen interoperability between the Indian Navy and the Sri Lankan Navy. The exercise featured advanced deep-sea diving evolutions, including mixed ga...