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Chakravyuh with Gaurav Sawant is India Today Group’s sharp new podcast that cuts through the fog of war and diplomacy. Join veteran war correspondent and one of India’s most trusted voices in defence journalism, Gaurav Sawant, as he dives deep into the world of national security, strategy, and geopolitics. With exclusive insights, high-stakes analysis, and frontline access, Chakravyuh brings you the untold stories behind India’s biggest defence and strategic moves. If it matters to India’s security—you’ll hear it here first.
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In this episode of Chakravyuh, Gaurav Sawant speaks with Israel's Ambassador to India, Reuven Azar on the fragile ceasefire in West Asia after weeks of conflict. While tensions with Iran ease temporarily, Azar makes it clear that the front remains active, stating that “operations against Hezbollah will continue” in Lebanon. He outlines plans to neutralise threats and maintain a buffer along the northern border, signalling no pause in military action there. They also explore shifting regional dynamics, ceasefire uncertainties, and whether diplomacy can hold amid continued strikes and rising tensions. Tune In! Produced by Areeb Raza Sound mixed by Suraj Singh
In this episode of Chakravyuh, Gaurav Sawant speaks with Vice Admiral Krishna Swaminathan, Flag Officer Commanding-in-Chief of the Western Naval Command of the Indian Navy on the escalating West Asia conflict and its impact on maritime security. Swaminathan explains how disruptions in key choke points like the Strait of Hormuz are threatening global trade and India’s energy lifelines. He says India’s heavy dependence on sea-borne imports makes maritime security critical, with the Navy actively escorting tankers and maintaining surveillance. He also highlights lessons from the conflict, stressing the need for stronger naval capabilities and long-term strategic preparedness. Tune In! Produced by Areeb Raza Sound mixed by Aman Pal
In this episode of Chakravyuh, Gaurav Sawant speaks with the founding director of the CPOST, Robert Pape on the reported deployment of US Marines and 82nd Airborne troops to West Asia. Pape describes the situation as an “escalation trap,” warning that tactical gains against Iran may not translate into strategic success. He cautions that ground operations could trigger a prolonged war of attrition, rising oil prices, and wider global instability. He also highlights risks of terrorism beyond the region, including potential threats to US and global security, as the conflict expands both geographically and militarily. Tune In! Produced by Areeb Raza Sound mixed by Rohan Bharti
In this episode of Chakravyuh, Gaurav Sawant speaks with John Bolton, who served as National Security Advisor during President Donald Trump’s first term and earlier as US Ambassador to the UN. He outlines how the US-Israel campaign is aimed at weakening Iran’s regime while enabling internal opposition to rise. He warns of escalation risks, including threats to the Strait of Hormuz and possible global terror retaliation. While supporting regime change, he criticizes gaps in planning and coordination, stressing that without sustained pressure and support to opposition forces, the objective may fall short. Tune In! Produced by Areeb Raza Sound mixed by Rohan Bharti
In this explosive episode of Chakravyuh, host Gaurav Sawant speaks with renowned American economist Jeffrey D. Sachs, who delivers a blistering critique of the US military strike on Iran. Calling the attack a premeditated move rooted in decades of pressure from Israel, Sachs questions Washington’s claims of an imminent threat and warns the conflict could spiral into a catastrophic global confrontation. He also raises alarm over the growing geopolitical divide and urges countries like India to think carefully before aligning with major power blocs. Tune In! Produced by Areeb Raza Sound mixed by Suraj Singh
On this special episode of Chakravyuh, host Gaurav Sawant is joined by former Army Commander Lt Gen Raj Shukla, former Corps Commander Lt Gen Devendra Pratap Pandey, and Senior Journalist Sandeep Unnithan to debate the controversy surrounding former Army Chief General Manoj Mukund Naravane’s unpublished memoir Four Stars of Destiny. The panel examines claims by Rahul Gandhi that the government abdicated responsibility during the post-Galwan Valley standoff, questioning whether India’s response reflected strategic ambiguity—or calibrated military resolve under political oversight. Produced by Areeb Raza Sound mixed by Aman Pal
In this episode of Chakravyuh, host Gaurav Sawant speaks with actor Celina Jaitly as she opens up about her painful and relentless fight to bring back her brother, Major Vikrant Jaitly, a former Special Forces commando, detained in the UAE since September 2024. She recounts the moment he was taken, the months of silence, and her personal struggle to find answers.Don't miss this deeply emotional conversation on family, sacrifice, and hope.Tune In!Produced by Areeb RazaSound mixed by Rohan Bharti
Description: In this episode of Chakravyuh, host Gaurav Sawant speaks with German-American human rights activist, Gazelle Sharmahd. She discusses the escalating tensions in Iran and the potential for a transition of power. She further asserts that the current situation is not merely a call for change of government, but a movement for the "liberation of a nation from a foreign occupying murderous regime.” Produced by Areeb Raza Sound mixed by Rohan Bharti
India Today’s Gaurav Sawant speaks with Lieutenant General Manoj Kumar Katiyar, Army Commander – Western Command on What Dharma Yuddha truly means, how India balances peace and preparedness, ethics and force, and why India’s wars have always been fought as a last resort. Produced by Areeb Raza Sound mixed by Aman Pal
In this powerful episode of the Chakravyuh podcast, host Gaurav Sawant sits down with geopolitical expert Michael Kugelman from the Atlantic Council to decode the global implications of Vladimir Putin’s visit to India. Together, they break down U.S. reactions, Western double standards, shifting alliances, and what India’s strategic autonomy means for the future world order. From Ukraine to Indo-Pacific tensions, this conversation offers rare clarity that reshapes how you see global politics. Tune In! Produced by Areeb Raza Sound mixed by Aman Pal
In this hard-hitting episode of The Chakravyuh Podcast, host Gaurav Sawant speaks with author and analyst Jaideep Mazumdar on the explosive developments in Bangladesh following Sheikh Hasina’s ouster and death sentence in absentia. The discussion uncovers how a seemingly student-led movement was allegedly engineered by the US deep state, Pakistan’s ISI and radical Islamist groups, pushing Bangladesh towards instability. Mazumdar warns of rising anti-India sentiment, growing Pakistan-Bangladesh military ties, and the grave security implications for India’s eastern flank and the vulnerable Siliguri corridor. Tune in! Produced by Areeb Raza Sound mixed by Suraj Singh
In this gripping episode of Chakravyuh, host Gaurav Sawant is joined by Dr Vikram Singh, former DGP Uttar Pradesh, to dissect the shocking Red Fort blast and the doctors turned terrorists behind it. They expose the radicalisation networks operating in India and the loopholes exploited by terror outfits. Listen as Dr Singh, who led major anti-terror ops, shares rare insights into the mindset, recruitment, and de-radicalisation strategies, revealing why even the nation’s “healers” can turn deadly. Tune In! Produced by Areeb Raza Sound mixed by Aman Pal
In this gripping episode of The Chakravyuh Podcast, host Gaurav Sawant discusses with Former Ambassador to Bangladesh Veena Sikri the clear and present danger India faces from Bangladesh. The episode highlights the alarming Pakistan-Bangladesh military cooperation near India's border, the rise in support for terror groups like the Lashkar-e-Taiba, and the controversial preacher Zakir Naik’s potential visit. Ambassador Sikri offers sharp insights into the "Trinity of terror" threatening regional security, emphasizing the urgent need for vigilance, intelligence coordination, and cooperation to protect India's eastern frontier. Tune in! Produced by Areeb Raza Sound Mixed by Rohan Bharti
In this episode of the Chakravyuh Podcast with Gaurav Sawant, former Indian Ambassador to Afghanistan Vivek Katju dissects the rapidly shifting India-Afghanistan equation, the Taliban’s diplomatic outreach, and its implications for Pakistan’s internal problems. With historical insights into Pashtun nationalism, the Durand Line, and India’s evolving security doctrine post-Operation Sindoor, Ambassador Katju explains how New Delhi is reshaping its role in Kabul while Pakistan bleeds from within. Tune in for a gripping conversation on diplomacy and defense. Tune in! Produced by Areeb Raza Sound Mixed by Suraj Singh
In this explosive episode of the Chakravyuh podcast, Gaurav Sawant sits down with Lt. Gen. Kanwal Jeet Singh ‘Tiny’ Dhillon (Retd.) to reveal the untold story of Operation Sindoor--India’s daring 88-hour campaign that broke Pakistan’s air defenses, demolished terror launchpads, and forced an unprecedented ceasefire plea. From the Leepa Valley fire assault to hidden battles with global arms lobbies and Pakistan’s internal unraveling, Gen. Dhillon details how strategic restraint shaped India’s triumph and if war breaks out again, the Indian Army will decimate Pakistan because India’s war stamina is far greater. As the region holds its breath, Dhillon warns: the world must prepare for Operation Sindoor 2.0. Produced by Areeb Raza Sound Mixed by Suraj Singh
India’s Operation Sindoor marks a historic shift in modern warfare — the first sustained air campaign between nuclear-armed states. In this exciting episode of The Chakravyuh Podcast, Gaurav Sawant speaks with Professor Walter Ladwig from King’s College London on India’s deep airstrikes inside Pakistan, the destruction of terror camps and airbases, and how China’s role complicates the regional balance. Don't miss this revealing discussion on deterrence, escalation, and the “new normal” in South Asian conflict dynamics. Produced By Areeb Raza Sound Mixed By Suraj Singh
The history of India is one of indigenous rulers valiantly fighting wars of resistance against waves of foreign invaders, determined to safeguard their culture, traditions and way of life. Across centuries, a rich tapestry of kingdoms and dynasties upheld the values and spirit of India, keeping its civilizational identity alive for millennia and shaping one of the world’s most vibrant cultures. Don’t miss this gripping episode of Chakravuyh where Gaurav Sawant joins author Amish Tripathi to uncover India’s story of resistance and resurgence. Produced by Areeb Raza Sound Mix by Rohan Bharti
Pakistan’s Army Chief Asim Munir and Prime Minister Sharif met President Trump at the White House just as U.S–India relations faced disruptions over tariffs, H-1B visas, and pharmaceuticals. Rare earth mineral deals and a landmark Saudi–Pakistan defense pact added new dimensions. Don’t forget to watch this exciting episode of Chakravuyh as Gaurav Sawant is joined by the Former High Commissioner of India to Pakistan & Canada Ajay Bisaria to analyze the rapidly shifting regional power dynamics and diplomatic consequences for South Asia.
Join us on the Chakravyuh podcast as we dive into the historic 1965 India-Pakistan War and the recent Operation Sindoor, where the Indian Armed Forces delivered a decisive blow to Pakistan without crossing the Ichogil Canal! Lt. Gen. Manoj Kumar Katyar, Army Commander, Western Command, and a key architect of Operation Sindoor, shares exclusive insights into India’s victories, the graveyard of Pakistan’s Patton tanks in Punjab, and the capture of Haji Pir Pass. Discover how India foiled Pakistan’s Operation Gibraltar, turned the tide in battles like Asal Uttar, and continues to uphold the values of a secular, democratic nation. Produced by Nikhil Khattar Sound Mix by Aman Pal
Nepal, the Himalayan paradise, is in turmoil. From burning palaces to protests against political leadership, what’s driving the unrest? In this episode of the Chakravyuh Podcast, Lt. Gen. Rakesh Sharma, former Adjutant General of the Indian Army and Colonel of the 11 Gurkha Rifles, joins us to explore Nepal’s crisis and the deep civilizational bond between India and Nepal. From Lord Ram’s wisdom in the Ramayana ("Janani Janmabhoomishcha Swargadapi Gariyasi") to the shared valor of Gurkha soldiers, we discuss how India and Nepal are one culturally and emotionally. Can this bond help Nepal overcome its challenges? How can India support its neighbor without external forces like China or Pakistan exploiting the situation? Watch to find out!Producer: Nikhil Khattar Sound mixed by Rohan Bharti
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