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

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.

In this week’s edition of Chakravyuh, host Gaurav Sawant speaks to Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju about the recently concluded  Monsoon Session of Parliament. Rijiju attributes 83 hours of wasted Parliamentary time - costing taxpayers millions - to the Opposition, specifically the Congress and Rahul Gandhi. He highlights the passage of numerous bills, including anti-corruption laws and the 130th Constitutional Amendment, while refuting claims of a "police state" and the BJP acting as a "washing machine" for corrupt politicians. Rijiju criticises Rahul Gandhi's leadership and the opposition's avoidance of debate, encouraging voters to dismiss ineffective MPs.

Join us for a hard-hitting conversation on India’s past, present, and future.

In this powerful episode of the Chakravyuh Podcast, host Gaurav Sawant welcomes filmmaker Vivek Agnihotri, director of The Kashmir Files, The Tashkent Files, and the upcoming The Bengal Files.

Wearing his iconic "Never Again" t-shirt, Agnihotri dives deep into what he alleges is a 1200-year history of Hindu persecution, focusing on the brutal Direct Action Day and Noakhali Genocide in Bengal.

From The Bengal Files’ controversy to censorship battles, the filmmaker explains his mission to awaken India’s youth to their history and prevent “future genocides.”

Join us for a hard-hitting conversation on India’s past, present, and future.

India 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.
•            Economic vulnerabilities—rare earths, APIs, and supply chains.

Produced by Nikhil Khattar

Sound mixed by Rohan Bharti

On the ‘Chakravyuh’ Podcast, we dive deep into India's central role in the swirling vortex of global geopolitics. Ambassador Kanwal Sibal, former Foreign Secretary and Ambassador to Russia and France joins Gaurav Sawant. With over 41 years in diplomacy, Ambassador Sibal breaks down India's strategic positioning amid US tariffs under Trump, warming ties with Pakistan, challenges from China post-Galwan, enduring partnership with Russia, and opportunities in Europe and the Gulf.

Produced by Garvit Srivastava

Sound Mix by Aman Pal

In this explosive episode of the Chakravyuh Podcast, host Gaurav Rawat sits down with Ujjwal Nikam, renowned public prosecutor and Rajya Sabha MP, to uncover the chilling details of Pakistan’s state-sponsored terrorism against India. From the 1993 Mumbai serial blasts that killed 257 people to the 26/11 terror attacks, Nikam reveals firsthand accounts of ISI’s involvement, the Hindu terror bogey, and how he fought to bring justice. Learn about the fake Hindu IDs used by Pakistani terrorists, David Headley’s revelations, and why Pakistan continues to target India. Don’t miss this gripping conversation!

Produced by Garvit Srivastava

Sound mixed by Rohan Bharti

Unveiling Pakistan’s Crisis: Tilak Devasher on Chakravyuh Podcast.

Join Gaurav Sawant as he hosts Pakistan expert Tilak Devasher, author of four books on Pakistan and former Special Secretary in the Cabinet Secretariat, on a riveting episode of The Chakravyuh Podcast. Dive deep into Pakistan’s turmoil: Is Army Chief Asim Munir plotting a constitutional coup to become President? Can the Baloch Liberation Army and TTP destabilize Pakistan’s military? Why is Imran Khan still a threat despite being in jail? From Balochistan’s independence struggle to the Indus Waters Treaty and India’s strategic moves post-Pahalgam, this episode uncovers the chaos gripping Pakistan and its implications for India.

Key Topics:

•     Asim Munir’s ambition to become President and constitutional changes

•     Balochistan’s fight for independence and the Pakistan Army’s atrocities

•     TTP’s rise and the Durand Line dispute with Afghanistan

•     Imran Khan’s enduring popularity and the August 5th protest

•     India’s response to Pakistan’s terrorism and the Indus Waters strategy

•     The humanitarian crisis in PoJK and Gilgit-Baltistan

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Produced by Garvit Srivastava

Sound Mix by Aman Pal