In this insightful episode of Diary of a Publisher, we are joined by Lt Gen RS Reen, Director General of Quality Assurance for the Indian Armed Forces. Tune in as we delve into the critical topics of defence manufacturing under the Make in India initiative, the pivotal role of research and development, and the strategic importance of quality assurance in military technology. General Reen also shares his expert perspective on India’s readiness for potential conflicts, the current landscape of defence technology, and the virtues of integrity and dedication required for future leadership in defence. Don’t miss this deep dive into the mechanisms that ensure India’s defence capabilities remain at the forefront of global standards.” LOST HERITAGE: THE SIKH LEGACY IN PAKISTAN: https://amzn.in/d/5CXb6gp THE QUEST CONTINUES: LOST HERITAGE The Sikh legacy in Pakistan: https://amzn.in/d/15Fp4vI 00:00 - Intro 02:30- India Has to Grow in Defense Manufacturing 8:30- Quality in Defense Manufacturing 11:40- Key Objective of Defense Industry 16:25- International Collaboration 19:38-U.S. Lobby in Manufacturing Industry 21:10-Impact of Chip and Semi-Conductors in Defense Manufacturing 23:47- Defense Budget 25:34-Changing War Fare 27:00- Six Different Sectors in the Defense Industry 29:10- Learning from Conflicts in Terms of Manufacturing 31:20-Two Front War with Pakistan and China 35:00-G.N. Reem Book Suggestion 37:52-Advice for Younger-Self 40.00-Outro Follow us on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/diaryofapublisher/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/diary-of-a-publisher-d-o-a-p/ X: https://twitter.com/PressPentagon Don't forget to Like, Subscribe and Share your thoughts in the Comments!!! #doap #doappodcast #indiachinarelations #geopolitics

Join us on this special episode of Diary of a Publisher as Arjan Bedi interviews Shivam Arya, bringing a refreshing perspective to complex geopolitical issues. Dive into a candid discussion on the potential Israel-Iran conflict, the dynamics of the Trump vs. Harris election, and the strategic exploitation of Africa’s resources. We’ll also explore China’s role in debt-trap diplomacy and India’s contributions to global peace. This episode is designed to demystify geopolitics, making it accessible and engaging, and showing how it influences our daily decisions and perspectives. Expect a balanced, insightful conversation that encourages you to think deeply about the world around you—because understanding geopolitics helps us all navigate life more effectively. Join us to make sense of global politics in a way that is insightful, balanced, and always intriguing. 0:00 - Intro 3:45 - How does it feel to be a guest? 5:52 - India becoming a global power. 12:18 - Internal problems of India. 14:10 - India-Pakistan relation 20:40 - Israel and its conflicts. 39:00 - African continent 46:45 - South China Sea 51:10 - US elections 58:10 - India in UNSC? 01:08:50 - India's relations with the world. 01:10:45 - Closing 01:11:29 - Outro Follow us on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/diaryofapublisher/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/diary-of-a-publisher-d-o-a-p/ X: https://twitter.com/PressPentagon Don't forget to Like, Subscribe and Share your thoughts in the Comments!!! #doap #doappodcast #indiachinarelations #geopolitics

In this timely episode of Diary of a Publisher, we welcome back China and South Asia expert Dr. Sriparna Pathak. As India’s Prime Minister Modi and China’s President Xi meet at the recent BRICS summit, Dr. Pathak helps us decode the implications of this high-stakes dialogue. From border disputes to the significance of mutual respect, sovereignty, and India’s role in a shifting BRICS alliance, we explore it all. We also dive into China’s position in global issues—from the anti-China stance within QUAD to the power dynamics in West Asia involving Israel and Iran. With trade shifts in the Indo-Pacific and internal challenges for China, this episode provides a comprehensive understanding of India’s strategic outlook. Join us for an insightful discussion on how these geopolitical shifts impact India, the rise of BRICS, and the evolving India-China relationship. 0:00 - Intro 3:09 - Modi-Xi meeting 4:07 - Why Dr Sriparna didn't see it positively? 6:19 - What we can expect from the BRICS meeting? 09:50 - Why China wants to improve relations with India? 13:45 - 5 more nations added to BRICS, a problem for the US? 18:40 - Modi's meeting with the Leader of Iran. 21:40 - China's role in the Israel-Iran conflict? 24:30 - Why China is fueling wars in West Asia? 26:50 - South China Sea conflict and Taiwan. 34:40 - Indo-Pacific region. 37:38 - China's internal conflicts. 41:15 - India-China relations. 43:15 - Closing 43:31 - Outro