Chakravyuh

In this episode of the Chakravyuh podcast, host Gaurav Sawant speaks with Congress MP and strategic affairs commentator Manish Tewari on the growing debate over resuming dialogue with Pakistan. The discussion comes in the backdrop of an open letter signed by 117 eminent personalities from India and Pakistan calling for the restoration of diplomatic engagement, trade, people-to-people contact and broader normalisation of ties between the two neighbours. Questioning the timing of such appeals, especially in the aftermath of the Pahalgam terror attack and decades of Pakistan-sponsored terrorism, Tewari argues that every attempt at engagement with Islamabad has been met with another act of terror against India. He contends that there can be no meaningful dialogue until Pakistan dismantles its terror infrastructure in a verifiable manner and explains why he believes India must first decide what it truly seeks from Pakistan.  Is it time to reopen channels with Islamabad or has history shown that terror and talks cannot go together? Tune In! Produced by Areeb Raza Sound mixed by Suraj Singh

In this episode of Chakravyuh, host Gaurav Sawant speaks with former Indian Air Force chief R. K. S. Bhadauria on how Operation Sindoor forced Pakistan to seek a ceasefire within 88 hours. The discussion breaks down India’s unprecedented strikes on terror hubs like Bahawalpur and Muridke, the role of Rafales, S-400 systems, drones, and precision weapons, and how India punched through Pakistan’s air defence network under a nuclear overhang. From Balakot to Operation Sindoor, the conversation explores India’s evolving military doctrine, escalation control, indigenous defence capability, and the future of warfare against Pakistan-China collusion. Tune In! Produced by Areeb Raza Sound mixed by Aman Pal

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 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 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

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 

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 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 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 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

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

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

The Chakravyuh podcast features an exploration of India's cultural and spiritual foundations with Swami Dr. UmaKantAnand Saraswati Ji Maharaj, Mahamandaleshwar of Juna Akhada. The discussion addresses societal issues such as the abandonment of the elderly in Ayodhya and Maharashtra and the disrespect shown to PM Narendra Modi's late mother, questioning whether these incidents indicate a departure from the values exemplified by Sri Ram and Shravan Kumar. The episode aims to elucidate the essence of Sanatan Dharma, analyze the reasons for a declining connection to it, and propose methods for reconnection via spiritual awakening, including practical techniques like deep breathing and the Gayatri Mantra.