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In Our Defence

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In Our Defence is a weekly podcast that breaks down wars, weapons, and the world of military power with clarity, curiosity, and zero jargon. Hosted by journalist Dev Goswami, each episode features sharp, story-rich conversations with leading defence experts, offering distinct perspectives and nuances on how nations prepare, fight, and defend. From battlefield strategy and military tech to geopolitics, intelligence, and national security -- In Our Defence focuses on conversations that are grounded,

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37:26

Bathinda Firing And the Unanswered Questions | In Our...

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2023/04/13

The incident at the military station in Bathinda has left the nation reeling with shock and grief. The lack of clarity surrounding the events raised more questions than answers, making it one of the most intriguing and mysterious incidents in recent times. The investigation into the incident is ongoing, and there was no confirmation on whether the perpetrators were army personnel or civilians. However, there were hints that the breach was internal, raising more questions about the security at the

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The 'Mindgame' Behind China Renaming Places | In Our...

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2023/04/06

The renaming of these places in Arunachal Pradesh is not a new development, as China has been making territorial claims over the region for several decades. However, this recent move by China is seen as a provocative and aggressive action, as it not only challenges India's sovereignty over the region but also threatens to escalate tensions between the two countries. In this episode, "Def-Savvy '' Abhishek Bhalla joined Dev Goswami to discuss what these attempts by the Chinese government really mean

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55:33

An Air Exercise In the UK and A Balakot Angle | In...

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2023/03/30

What was the messaging of the exercise ? What’s the experience in an airstrike exercise? Why does Abhishek call it “vague”? What was the larger aim of this exercise? The grouping of these nations, how is that determined? And what are the few interesting things that Abhishek lists, which he says, the Indian airforce wont state out officially, tune in to know!

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Hell In South Sudan Ft. Major Samar Toor | In Our...

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2023/03/23

In the latest edition of "In Our Defence," the show's host, Dev Goswami, and "Def-Savvy" Abhishek Bhalla continue their conversation with special guest Major Samar Toor, a decorated veteran with extensive experience serving in Siachen, South Sudan, and during the conflict in Kashmir. Major Toor describes the challenges of operating in a war-torn environment in South Sudan, where everything and everyone was a potential threat, including child soldiers. The discussion delves into the complexities of

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Lost Stories From Siachen | In Our Defence Ep 50

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2023/03/16

In celebration of the 50th episode of "In Our Defence," the show's host, Dev Goswami, and "Def-Savvy" Abhishek Bhalla are joined by special guest Major Samar Toor. With extensive experience serving in Siachen, South Sudan, and during the conflict in Kashmir, Major Toor offers unique insights into the cultural dynamics of the Indian army.In the first part of the discussion, the trio engages in a thought-provoking conversation about Major Toor's experiences in Siachen, and explores the “misconception”

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57:29

INS Vikrant Nears Operational Readiness. What’s Next?...

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2023/03/09

Abhishek Bhalla, the “Def-Savvy” national bureau head of India Today TV, is back after spending a day on-board INS Vikrant. The development of the indigenous aircraft carrier comes as a big shot in the arm for India’s fledgling defence manufacturing industry. With INS Vikrant, India joins a club of select nations that possess the wherewithal to build their own aircraft carriers. On this episode of In Our Defence, Abhishek tells the show’s host Dev Goswami about his thrilling experience of being

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59:01

Revisiting Balakot airstrike 4 Years On | In Our...

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2023/03/02

On February 26, 2019, fighter jets of the Indian Air Force bombed a terrorist camp in Balakot, Pakistan. The Balakot airstrike – as the operation came to be known – was the first time since the 1971 war that Indian warplanes attacked a target inside Pakistan. The cross-border bombing raid was in response to the February 14, 2019 Pulwama terror attack in which 40 CRPF personnel were killed. The already-high tensions between Delhi and Islamabad escalated even further after Pakistan responded to the

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Let’s Talk About Cybersecurity | In Our Defence Ep 47

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2023/02/23

In the latest episode of "In Our Defence," Dev Goswami, the show's host, and "Def-Savvy" Abhishek Bhalla, the national bureau chief, delve into the pressing need for cybersecurity. Abhishek's recent visit to Israel's CyberTech Global conference, a prestigious gathering of delegates from across the world, provides the perfect backdrop for this insightful conversation. The duo explores why cybersecurity laws are not given more prominence and emphasises the importance of addressing this critical issue

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56:16

Revisiting Pulwama Terror Attack Ft. Lt. Gen KJS....

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2023/02/16

As Feb 14 marks the fourth anniversary of the gruesome Pulwama terror attack that claimed the lives of 40 CRPF members, we bring you a detailed and insightful discussion with Lt. Gen KJS. Tiny Dhillon, who played a critical role in the aftermath of the Pulwama attack in February 2019. Listen to the full discussion with him and Abhishek Bhalla on the attack, Kashmir After 370, his Twitter entry saga and much more.Produced by Anna PriyadarshiniSound Mix by Sachin Dwivedi

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44:10

Chinese Object in US Skies & a 'Ballooning' Crisis |...

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2023/02/09

What is the the Chinese Spy Balloon in US airspace Saga? And what's the “mystery balloon” hovering over Andaman & Nicobar Islands? Tune in to know!

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India’s 3rd Aircraft Carrier: A Tough Choice | In Our...

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2023/02/02

We discuss the Indian navy and its hunt for a deck-based fighter jet, with respect to Abhishek Bhalla's recent visit to the French Navy aircraft carrier Charles De Gaulle. There are several questions that we address: Why do we need to start thinking about a replacement for an aircraft carrier now? What makes a country decide what kind of aircraft carrier it wants? Listen in!

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The Republic Day Fanfare | In Our Defence Ep 43

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2023/01/26

India celebrated its 74th Republic Day on January 26th, 2023 with a grand parade in the capital city of New Delhi. The parade, which is an annual event, was held at Kartavyapath and was attended by dignitaries from all over the world, including the President of India.This year's parade had a special focus on the inclusion of women in the military. For the first time in India's history, an all-women's motorcycle team from the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) participated in the parade, showcasing

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Joining Dots of Pak PM’s Push For Peace With India |...

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2023/01/19

With Pakistan facing the worst ever economic turmoil, the country’s prime minister advocating for ‘peace’ with India, doesn't come as a surprise. But should the PM’s comments be taken with a pinch of salt? Was his statement really aimed at India or was it aimed at the West drawing its attention towards the country’s dwindling economy?? Abhishek Bhalla and Dev Goswami discuss. Tune in!

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Women in Indian Armed Forces: More Than Just a...

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2023/01/12

Squadron leader Avani Chaturvedi, the Indian Air Force’s first female fighter pilot, is set to take part in a maiden air exercise ‘Veer Guardian-2023’. The exercise will be carried out from January 16 to January 26 at the Hyakuri Air Base and its surrounding airspace in Omitama, and the Iruma Air Base in Sayama in Japan. The women officers have been participating in wargames with the foreign contingents coming to India, including the French Air Force where two of the lady fighter pilots took part,

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37:32

India Needs A National Defence Policy. NOW! | In Our...

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2023/01/05

Despite the constitution of the Defence Planning Committee in 2018, India still does not have an NSS in place. Why? Why the current dispensation should prioritise having a comprehensive national security strategy? Are vested political interests a hindrance in its formulation? And why do we have so little written about it? What would be the benefits of an Indian NSS? Listen in!

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37:29

Russia-Ukraine, India's Reforms And China: The Year...

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2022/12/29

In this episode Dev Goswami and Abhishek Bhalla reflect on the major defense developments of the past year in India. One significant reform from the Ministry of Defense was the Agnipath or Path of Fire initiative, which aimed to recruit a large number of troops aged 17.5 to 21. However, this scheme faced backlash and protests from aspiring candidates. The hosts also address the question of why India has not yet developed a basic rifle and discuss the importance of small arms for the army, despite

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39:08

Indian Navy And Its Aircraft Carrier Dreams | In our...

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2022/12/22

In this episode of In Our Defence, we base our discussion on a big debate: Does the Indian navy really need a 3rd aircraft carrier?Has, over the years, the Navy been neglected in terms of provision of equipment? Is the Navy’s chunk of the budget very meagre? Listen in!

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Decoding India-China LAC Clash at Tawang | In our...

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2022/12/15

In this episode, Dev Goswami, the show's host, and "Def-Savvy" Abhishek Bhalla, the national bureau chief, discuss the reasons behind the clash, remarking how not just Ladakh, but there are clearly other trouble spots like Yangtze in Arunachal Pradesh. Bhalla, who has been to the Tawang sector twice, one last year, and once in 2019, brings forth insights from the ground. He had also attended the border personnel meeting between the two armies on the Chinese side. Listen in!

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The Retaking PoK Debate That We Really Should Be...

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2022/12/08

In this episode, we base our discussion on the political rhetoric on PoK that particularly erupts around elections. What does this signify? How pragmatism is the rhetoric? What it means to take over PoK? Does it mean war with China? Isn’t Chinese investment in PoK a strategic threat to India? Listen in!

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35:47

India-US Yudh Abhyas Exercise Aimed at China? | In...

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2022/12/01

The India-US's joint exercise provoked an objection from China. Was this expected? Was the location of the exercise picked keeping China in mind? What did the Indian and US soldiers do during the exercise? And, why were they even exercising together in the first place. Listen in!

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