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In Our DefenceIndia's Missing Kamikaze Drone Army | S3 | Ep 23Kamikaze drones, or loitering munitions, have been everywhere in recent conflicts, from the Russia-Ukraine war to battles in the Middle East. They're cheap, deadly, and changing how militaries think about strikes and defence. In this episode, host Dev Goswami sits down with defence journalist Sandeep Unnithan to trace the idea back to its WWII origins and ask why India, despite having a buzzing drone startup scene, still doesn't have its own kamikaze drones. The two break down: - What kamikaze meant in WWII and how the idea evolved into unmanned drones....
2025-09-1959 min
Sledging RoomAsia Cup: Is India vs Pakistan Still Cricket’s Biggest Rivalry? | Sledging Room, S03 Ep 13India and Pakistan are set to clash in the Asia Cup group stage on Sunday in Dubai. The much-anticipated contest comes amid cross-border tensions and calls in India to boycott the game. Unlike previous high-voltage encounters, the hype this time feels muted. As of Friday, even the tickets were not sold out. On paper, there remains a clear gap in talent and class between the two sides, even in T20 cricket. India, the reigning world champions, look far stronger. Pakistan, missing their key batters Babar Azam and Mohammad Rizwan, are still trying to adapt to the modern approach in...
2025-09-1232 min
News at 729th August: Modi pitches India as fastest growing economy in Japan, Supreme Court appointments judgesOn News At 7 this 28th of August, Taniya Dutta brings to you the day’s most crucial headlines from India and around the world. Prime Minister Modi visits Japan, says India fastest growing economy; India's Supreme Court appoints two judges, violent clashes broke out in Patna, and Nepal denies of terror suspects entering India. Also in focus are cloudbursts in Uttarakhand, ouster of Thailand’s PM and what India’s economic surge means for the months ahead. Produced by Taniya Dutta Sound Mix by Rohan Bharti
2025-08-2906 min
In Our DefenceIndia-China Reset: 5 Years After Galwan, Is Thaw for Real? | In Our Defence S3 | Ep 19Five years after the deadly Galwan Valley clash, India and China are suddenly warming up again. Flights are restarting, a Modi-Xi meeting is on the cards, and Beijing says that the setbacks of the past years were not in anybody's interests. But is this thaw for real or just another chapter in the freeze-thaw cycle of India-China relations? In this episode of In Our Defence, host Dev Goswami and national security expert Sandeep Unnithan unpack: - The Galwan clash and Operation Snow Leopard - India's mountain warfare edge vs China's infrastructure push
2025-08-221h 01
ChakravyuhIndia–China Relations: Thaw or Illusion? | Ambassador Ashok Kantha Explains | Chakravyuh | Ep 10India and China—two ancient civilizations and Asian giants—have a long history of friendship, conflict, and mistrust. With Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi’s visit to India and an invitation to Prime Minister Modi for the SCO Summit in Tianjin, is the relationship finally on the mend?In this episode of the Chakravyuh Podcast, Ambassador Ashok Kantha, India’s former Ambassador to China, joins Gaurav to decode:• The reality behind India-China “thaw” talks.• Border issues post-Galwan 2020 and Doklam 2017.• China’s military and intelligence support to Pakistan during Operation Sindoor.• The strategic mistrust between New Delhi, Beijing, and Washington.• ...
2025-08-2157 min
In Our DefenceThe India-US Tariff War Nobody Saw Coming... But Should Have | In Our Defence S3 | Ep 17India's buying cheap Russian oil. Trump's not happy. And now he's slapped 50% tariffs on Indian goods. Officially, it's about funding Russia's war machine. Unofficially? It might be about one man's ego, a Nobel Peace Prize dream, and India refusing to play along. From the MEA's unusually sharp statement to the PM's vow to "pay any price to protect farmers," we unpack the real stakes amid the India-US showdown over tariffs. - Is India's "multi-alignment" foreign policy reaching breaking point? - Why agriculture is a red line in India-US trade talks. - How...
2025-08-1455 min
Connecting RodVinfast enters India: Does it the proper way. Follows Make in India ideology | Connecting Rod | Episode 12Vietnam’s VinGroup has entered India in a big way. The company showcased a wide range of cars at the last Auto Expo. But not just offering cars in India, Vinfast is following PM Narendra Modi’s Make in India ideology and has invested in a huge plant in Tamil Nadu. The plant is all set to be inaugurated and production begins soon.Yogendra Pratap, Editor, Auto Today recently went to Vietnam and experienced the might of the brand and tells us all about it.Produced by Garvit SrivastavaSound mixed by Rohan Bharti
2025-08-0136 min
In Our DefenceKargil, Bofors & Beyond: India's Atmanirbhar Artillery Revolution | In Our Defence S3 | Ep 15In this episode of In Our Defence, host Dev Goswami marks the anniversary of India's victory in the 1999 Kargil conflict by turning sights on the unsung hero of that war: artillery. The episode dissects how the much-maligned but battle-proven Bofors guns turned the tables on the intruding Pakistani soldiers and rained fire to help India win the conflict. The episode also takes a deep dive into India's march to self-reliance in the field of artillery with systems like the next-gen ATAGS. What makes artillery such a game-changer in modern warfare? What role did artillery...
2025-07-2555 min
ChakravyuhIndia’s Space, Ocean & Quantum Future | Dr. Jitendra Singh on Chakravyuh with Gaurav Sawant | Ep 05India’s space program is no longer just about launching rockets. From sending humanoid robots like Vyom Mitra into orbit, to mapping the deep ocean floor for minerals, to building the indigenous Bharat Space Station—India is scripting a technological revolution. In this exclusive episode of Chakravyuh Podcast, Gaurav Sawant speaks to Dr. Jitendra Singh—Union Minister, diabetologist, and the mind behind many of India’s science; tech missions. In this episode, you'll get to know • Gaganyaan mission status & timeline • Who is Subhash Shukla & Vyom Mitra? • Bharat Space Station plans for 2035 • How India is monet...
2025-07-171h 05
Sledging RoomHero or Villain: Was Jadeja’s Lord’s Knock What India Needed? | Sledging Room S3 Ep 05It was a heartbreak of epic proportions for India at Lord’s. Chasing 193, they were reduced to 82 for 7 and then 112 for 8. Just when it seemed England would wrap things up on the final morning and head in for a relaxed Lord’s lunch, Ravindra Jadeja stood tall with a resolute act of defiance. He faced 181 deliveries for a gritty 61, with Jasprit Bumrah and Mohammed Siraj for company. But did India miss a trick by not being more proactive while Jadeja was batting with the tail? While it may be unfair to expect Jadeja to take undue risks, was ther...
2025-07-1535 min
ChakravyuhThis Is What Winning Looks Like” – John Spencer on India's Sindoor Strike Chakravyuh | Ep 04India's Operation Sindoor decoded by top US war strategist Colonel John Spencer. Colonel Spencer — Chair of Urban Warfare Studies at West Point, combat veteran, and author — joins the India Today Chakravyuh Podcast for an explosive conversation on India's bold new military doctrine post-Operation Sindoor. In this candid and unfiltered interview with host Gaurav Sawant, Spencer shares insights from his on-ground visit to India, the symbolism behind the strikes, and why this operation marks a strategic shift in global counter-terrorism. The conversation also holds: ✅ Operation Sindoor’s strategic brilliance ✅ Why 11 air bases and radar syst...
2025-07-1034 min
ChakravyuhIndia’s Air Strike Doctrine EXPOSED | Balakot to Sindoor: Air Power Unleashed | Chakravyuh ft. ACM Bhadauria | Ep 03We’re not Abhimanyu… We’re Arjun.” Chakravyuh explores the frontline of modern warfare with Air Chief Marshal R.K.S. Bhadauria, former Chief of Air Staff. From Balakot to Operation Sindoor, this no-holds-barred conversation reveals: 🔺How Air Power became India’s weapon of choice 🔺Why precision air strikes replaced ground invasions 🔺Inside India’s 9th and 10th May night aerial blitz that shattered 11 Pakistani air bases 🔺The truth about China-Pakistan collusion and PL-15 missiles 🔺What’s next for India’s stealth fighters, unmanned aircraft, and the AMCA project 🔺How India’...
2025-07-0456 min
Sledging RoomBumrah bachao? Is India’s fast-bowling future in danger? | Sledging Room, S3 Ep 3The days of Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Shami, Umesh Yadav, and Ishant Sharma hunting in packs in overseas Tests feel like a distant memory. While Bumrah still leads the pace unit, India’s overdependence on their premier fast bowler is becoming a worrying trend. In Australia, it was Bumrah or bust. He picked up 30 wickets before breaking down ahead of the series-deciding Test — and missed the Champions Trophy campaign due to injury. In England, things haven’t started well either. India appear to have learned little from past mistakes. In the first Test of the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy in Leeds, Bumrah was a lone...
2025-07-0255 min
Sledging RoomShubman Gill’s India crash in Leeds. New team, same problems? Sledging Room | S3 Ep 02It was truly a baptism by fire for Shubman Gill in his Test captaincy debut. India lost a match they could have—and perhaps should have—won, despite racking up over 800 runs across two innings, fuelled by four centurions and a five-wicket haul from their pace spearhead. Yet, as a new era of Indian Test cricket began, they were once again undone by familiar frailties that have plagued them in the past. England, it must be said, made light work of a daunting 371-run target on the final day.Over the course of a fiercely contested five days at H...
2025-06-2532 min
Sledging RoomShubman Gill’s first test, Gautam Gambhir’s final shot? Is Shubman ready to lead India? | Sledging Room, S3, Ep 01India are set to embark on a 5-match Test series against England. Shubman Gill is captaining a new-look side away from home, as India hopes to start the new World Test Championship cycle in style. As the Sledging Room Podcast returns with the first episode of Season 3, Akshay Ramesh, Saurabh Kumar and Kingshuk Kusari discuss India's chances in the series and the potential of this new-look team giving England a run for their money. There are several talking points going into the series. What is the status of Jasprit Bumrah's fitness, should the axe fall on...
2025-06-191h 02
News at 74 June 2025: Stampede After RCB's Win, India Slams $800 Mn Aid to Pakistan, Rahul Gandhi in Court, Meghalaya Tourist MurderOn today's News at 7, we bring you the top headlines from India and around the world. India strongly objects to the Asian Development Bank’s $800 million bailout to Pakistan, raising concerns over terror links and financial misuse. Rahul Gandhi faces the Allahabad High Court over alleged defamatory remarks against the Indian Army. In Meghalaya, a tourist’s murder raises fresh concerns over safety in remote areas. Actor Kamal Haasan defers his Rajya Sabha nomination amid the ‘Thug Life’ row and backlash over his Kannada comment. And a WHO report warns of a global nursing shortage by 2030, with India among the worst-hi...
2025-06-0406 min
News at 726 May 2025: Covid Spike in India, BJP Suspensions Revoked, Mumbai Rains Break RecordsOn today’s episode of News @ 7, Prateek Lidhoo brings you the top stories from across India. Covid-19 cases are on the rise again, with Kerala, Maharashtra, and Delhi reporting the highest numbers. In Karnataka, the suspension of 18 BJP MLAs has been revoked after two months following high-level talks. The Supreme Court has paused the liquidation of Bhushan Power and Steel Ltd, granting temporary relief to JSW Steel. Meanwhile, Mumbai witnessed record-breaking rainfall for May, marking the earliest monsoon in 25 years and triggering red alerts across the region. And in a major security development, a CRPF personnel has been arrested by th...
2025-05-2604 min
News at 723 May 2025: Harvard Visa Shock, Yunus Protest Call, Heavy Rain Alert, and COVID SpikeOn today’s episode of News at 7, we bring you the biggest stories of Friday, May 23. The Trump administration has revoked Harvard University’s ability to enrol international students, impacting hundreds of Indian scholars. In Bangladesh, tensions rise as supporters of interim leader Muhammad Yunus call for mass protests demanding political reforms before elections. Meanwhile, the India Meteorological Department issues red and orange alerts across Kerala and several other states due to heavy rainfall, urging residents in vulnerable areas to relocate. Back in India, health officials confirm new COVID-19 cases in Gurugram and Faridabad, prompting heightened precautions in cities like Pune...
2025-05-2305 min
In Our DefenceOperation Sindoor Breakdown: India’s Air Defence Tactics and the Escalation Ladder Ft. Sandeep Unnithan| IOD S3 Ep 7In this episode, veteran defence journalist Sandeep Unnithan joins host Dev Goswami to decode Operation Sindoor — India's response to Pahalgam terrorist attack.Sandeep and Dev dive deep into how India’s layered air defence network, including the IACCS (Integrated Air Command and Control System), played a pivotal role in thwarting Pakistani aerial threats. What was the X factor that gave India the edge? Was the much-talked-about S-400 system deployed? What was sitaution like in the commmand and control centre?The two also explore the escalation ladder — a concept from military theory — and how India used it both dur...
2025-05-211h 08
News at 714 May 2025: Justice Gavai Takes Oath as India’s First Buddhist CJI, India Blocks TRT WorldIn today’s top stories on News at 7, Justice Bhushan Ramkrishna Gavai takes oath as the 52nd Chief Justice of India, becoming the first Buddhist and only the second Dalit to hold the post. India strongly rebukes China’s latest attempt to rename places in Arunachal Pradesh. BSF jawan Purnam Kumar Shaw returns from Pakistan’s custody. Meanwhile, India bans Turkish broadcaster TRT World on X over misinformation and rising tensions post-Operation Sindoor. And in a technological leap, India successfully test-fires Bhargavastra, an indigenous counter-drone system with global-first capabilities. Produced by Prateek Lidhoo
2025-05-1406 min
News at 712 May 2025: Virat Kohli Retires from Test Cricket, India Reopens Airspace, US-China Trade TruceOn News at 7, Prateek Lidhoo wraps up the biggest headlines for Monday, 12th May. Virat Kohli announces his retirement from Test cricket, ending a glorious 14-year career. India reopens 32 airports after tensions with Pakistan de-escalate. Meanwhile, the US and China reach a 90-day trade truce, and controversy erupts as Mexico sues Google for renaming the Gulf of Mexico. Also, a dramatic escalation in Balochistan as the BLA claims 71 attacks. Stay updated with India Today Podcasts. Produced by Prateek Lidhoo Sound mix by Suraj Singh
2025-05-1205 min
News at 79 May 2025: India-Pakistan Drone Tensions, Balochistan Uprising, IPL SuspendedIn today’s News at 7, host Prateek Lidhoo brings you the top headlines as of Friday, 9th May. Tensions between India and Pakistan have reached a boiling point after Islamabad launched a coordinated drone and missile attack across 24 Indian cities, which was successfully intercepted by India's air defence systems. In response to security threats, Rajasthan’s Jaisalmer district has declared a complete blackout and imposed strict movement restrictions. Meanwhile, Baloch rebel groups have seized the moment to intensify their offensive against Pakistani forces, raising their flag in parts of Balochistan as calls for independence grow louder. Back home, the BCCI has...
2025-05-0905 min
News at 77 May 2025 | Operation Sindoor: India’s Biggest Strikes Since Balakot | Global Reactions, Market Crash & Civil DrillsIn this episode of News @ 7, we bring you the top stories for Wednesday, 7th May. India launches its most expansive cross-border operation since Balakot — codenamed Operation Sindoor — targeting nine terror facilities across Pakistan and PoK. Over 80 terrorists are reportedly killed in precision strikes involving Rafales and SCALP missiles. As the region reacts, world leaders call for restraint, Pakistan vows retaliation, and India activates emergency drills in 244 districts. Meanwhile, markets tumble in Islamabad while Indian indices show resilience. Catch all the headlines and context, only on News @ 7 from India Today Podcasts.Produced by Prateek LidhooSound mix by S...
2025-05-0708 min
News at 76 May 2025: Mock Drills, Sleeper Cells & Global Diplomacy: India Responds to Pahalgam Terror AttackIn this episode of News at 7, we bring you the biggest developments of Tuesday, May 6. India gears up for nationwide air raid drills amid rising tensions with Pakistan, Punjab Police foil a major terror plot involving RPGs and IEDs, and the Supreme Court orders a probe into a controversial police encounter in Maharashtra. Plus, the global diplomatic reaction to the Pahalgam terror attack reveals a significant shift in Pakistan’s traditional alliances. Congress raises serious questions about an intelligence failure before the attack. Tune in for your 7 PM news fix with India Today Podcasts.Produced by Prateek Lidhoo
2025-05-0606 min
News at 72 May 2025: Delhi on Red Alert, National Herald Case Update & Bilawal Bhutto's RemarksOn today’s episode of News at 7 (Friday, 2nd May), we bring you the top stories making headlines across India and beyond. Delhi reels under extreme weather as heavy rain and strong winds claim four lives and disrupt flights, prompting the IMD to issue a red alert. In legal news, the Rouse Avenue Court has issued notices to Sonia and Rahul Gandhi in the National Herald money laundering case, citing sufficient grounds for cognisance.Meanwhile, former Pakistani Foreign Minister Bilawal Bhutto acknowledges Pakistan’s past links to extremism and lashes out over India’s stand on the Indus Waters...
2025-05-0206 min
News at 7Stock Market Crashes, Waqf Law Sparks Uproar, and India’s Hidden Health Crisis | News @ 7 E09On News at 7 with Prateek Lidhoo, we bring you the top headlines for Monday, April 7th.Markets plummet as Donald Trump’s tariff threats ripple through global indices, wiping out ₹19 lakh crore in investor wealth.In Jammu & Kashmir, the new Waqf law sparks chaos in the Assembly with torn jackets and rising tempers.Mamata Banerjee meets sacked teachers following a massive Supreme Court verdict.Justice Yashwant Varma is sworn into the Allahabad High Court under a cloud of controversy.And a new report from Apollo Hospitals reveals India’s silent epidemic—millions battling undiagno...
2025-04-0706 min
News at 7Shiv Sena’s Vandalism Row, Bangladesh Coup Alert & India Scraps 'Google Tax' | News @ 7 E01In today’s News @ 7: Maharashtra Deputy CM Eknath Shinde defends Shiv Sena’s vandalism over Kunal Kamra’s ‘gaddar’ joke, calling it a reaction to satire. Bangladesh faces a possible military coup as the army eyes removing interim chief Muhammad Yunus. In Andhra Pradesh, YSRCP shifts corporators to Bengaluru resorts ahead of a no-confidence motion. Meanwhile, a US Signal chat leak reveals classified military plans on Yemen. Plus, India plans to scrap the 6% ‘Google Tax’ on foreign tech giants by April 2025. Stay updated with News @ 7, only on India Today Podcasts. Produced by Prateek Lidhoo Sound mix by R
2025-03-2506 min
Sledging RoomChampions Trophy Wrap: Is Rohit's India better than Dhoni's? Sledging Room S2 Ep 80Is Rohit's India the best in ODI history? India clinched the Champions Trophy 2025 by beating New Zealand. Rohit Sharma's team played a dominant campaign, winning the title without losing a single game. Since taking over the team, Rohit has changed the culture in the Indian team, first under the stewardship of Rahul Dravid and then Gautam Gambhir. This has resulted in India dominating the ICC white-ball competitions, where they reached the final in the 2023 ODI World Cup and won two trophies in 2024 (T20 World Cup) and 2025 (Champions Trophy). So, where does that put Rohit...
2025-03-1146 min
Sledging RoomChampions Trophy: Shreyas Iyer's shocking claim exposes India's think-tank problem | Sledging Room, S2 Ep 76Why fix something that isn't broken? India seem to be overcomplicating their combination in the ODI series against England, which is a worrying sign ahead of the Champions Trophy. There appears to be a real problem of plenty for coach Gautam Gambhir and captain Rohit Sharma.Why on earth did they leave out Shreyas Iyer for the series opener in Nagpur? An injury to Virat Kohli meant Shreyas got an opportunity after a late phone call from the skipper. The star batter revealed he was not in the XI as late as the eve of the match. India...
2025-02-1249 min
Sledging RoomRanji Trophy a smokescreen? How good is India’s Champions Trophy squad | Sledging Room, S2 73Rohit Sharma suffered twin failure on his return to Ranji Trophy after nine years. The India captain struggled against Jammu and Kashmir in Mumbai. While he has not regained form, questions about his participation in the first-class tournament have emerged. What’s the point of Rohit playing Ranji now? There was an opportunity for him to play domestic cricket before the 2024-25 Test season. What can Virat Kohli achieve from one round of Ranji Trophy? Will India look past their batting superstars for the tour of England, which starts in June? Well, what do you make of...
2025-01-2546 min
Sledging RoomBGT gone: Should Rohit and Kohli be part of India’s Test future? | Sledging Room, S2 Ep 71India surrendered the Border-Gavaskar Trophy after seven years following a disappointing campaign that concluded in Sydney. The team unravelled after their loss in Melbourne, and Jasprit Bumrah’s absence denied them the opportunity to push for a series-levelling win in Sydney.Is it fair to point fingers at individuals? Or is this a collective failure of the Indian team?Yes, Rohit Sharma was poor both with the bat and as captain. Virat Kohli lacked the spark that once made him a Test cricket great. The two senior batters failed to step up when the team needed th...
2025-01-0759 min
Geeta's WorldGeopolitics Wrapped 2024: When India’s neighbourhood said China first, global anti-incumbency, & more | Geeta's World, Ep 1152024 wasn't just a year of elections but a year of reckoning. Dubbed the "super year," it witnessed a global wave of anti-incumbency. From the UK to South Africa, Japan to France, ruling parties, whether left or right, were humbled—or defeated outright. What does this global rejection of incumbents signify? Do these trends signal a demand for genuine systemic change or simply a cyclical rejection of the status quo? Back home, following the grand success of the G20 summit in 2023, this year, cracks emerged in its "Neighbourhood First" policy as relations with Myanmar, Nepal, Maldives, Bangladesh, Pa...
2025-01-0251 min
In Our DefenceRussia’s Su-57 ‘Googly’: A Strategic Opportunity or a Risky Distraction for India? | In Our Defence, S02, Ep 50What fifth-generation fighter jet should India invest in—the Russian Su-57 or the American F-35? This question has taken centre stage following a calculated pitch by Russian state media, spearheaded by Sputnik, touting the Su-57 as a ‘superior option’ for India. But is this merely a tactical move, or does it hold real strategic merit? The timing of Russia's push is quite interesting too. President Vladimir Putin is slated to visit New Delhi in early 2025 for the 23rd annual India-Russia bilateral summit. Against this backdrop, the Sputnik India tweets have reignited debate over India’s potential acquisition of a fifth...
2024-12-1352 min
Sledging RoomRohit Sharma's blunders and India's limp loss in pink-ball Test vs Australia | Sledging Room, S2 Ep 67Not many expected India to suffer a limp loss like they did in the second Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy. After hammering Australia by 295 runs in Perth under Jasprit Bumrah's captaincy, India were humbled by 10 wickets in Adelaide. India conceded the momentum after a one-sided defeat in the pink-ball Test. Questions have been asked about Rohit Sharma's captaincy and his fading returns with the bat. Rohit looked uninspiring in Adelaide and managed just 9 runs with the bat after opting the No. 6 slot. Rohit made questionable calls and lacked conviction with his bowling and fielding changes. Is...
2024-12-0946 min
Sledging RoomBGT: Rift in Australian camp? India land stinging Perth blow | Sledging Room, S2 Ep 64India landed a stinging first punch in Perth, beginning the five-Test Border-Gavaskar Trophy on a high. India hammered Australia by 295 runs, handing the hosts their first-ever loss at the Optus Stadium in Perth.Not many expected India to dominate the first Test like they did. Did you? It was a masterclass from Jasprit Bumrah and his men, especially after they were rolled over for 150 in the first innings.Jasprit Bumrah was unplayable with the red Kookaburra in Perth. At his very best, he made life difficult for the Australian batters. Are they scared of facing Bumrah...
2024-11-2632 min