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AMCA
Rafale
S-400
Indian Air Force
Hindustan Aeronautics Limited
Tejas
INS Arihant
Iran
China
India
Submarines
FCAS (future Combat Air System)
MIRV
Indian Navy
Rafale Aircraft
Operation Sindoor
Mh-60 Romeo
K-4
Uri Surgical Strikes
F-35

'For more than two decades, Vishnu Som and Shiv Aroor have covered wars, national and international security - on land, at sea and from the air. Together, Som and Aroor, two of India's most credible Editors come together for an unmissable weekly podcast - Ctrl+Alt+Defence - a no-holds barred conversation between two of India's leading experts on critical themes that define India's security'

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India's ambitious Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA) programme is at a critical juncture, with nearly two decades of development behind it and the country's first indigenous fifth-generation stealth fighter still awaiting its prototype. As delays... more

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As artificial intelligence accelerates the speed, scale and sophistication of cyber threats, state-sponsored hackers and criminal networks are increasingly targeting India's government institutions, research centres, businesses and critical infrastru... more

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India has built a credible nuclear submarine capability, but its conventional submarine fleet is ageing, its numbers are falling short, and its next major acquisition is still years away. With 17 diesel-electric submarines in service, only six of the... more

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India has been discussing the F-35 for nearly two decades. With six American stealth fighters recently participating in Tarang Shakti exercise in India and the US ambassador signalling the importance of the relationship, is the F-35 a serious option ... more

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Recent Guests

Nicholas Butts
Director of AI and Cybersecurity Policy at Microsoft.
Microsoft
Episode: North Korea's Secret Cyberwar On India | Ctrl Alt Defence Ep 63
Lieutenant General Karanbir Singh Brar
Former Director General of the Armored Corps, tank expert
Indian Army
Episode: Game Over For Zorawar Tank? | Ctrl Alt Defence Ep 60
Air Marshal Sumit Mukherjee
Senior Foxbat pilot, former commander of the squadron
Indian Air Force
Episode: IAF Foxbats Over Pakistan: The True Story Revealed | Ctrl Alt Defence Ep 59
Wing Commander Pradeep Jaswant Thakur
Pilot who flew the MiG-25 in high-altitude missions
Indian Air Force
Episode: IAF Foxbats Over Pakistan: The True Story Revealed | Ctrl Alt Defence Ep 59
Satish Dua
Lieutenant General (Retired), architect of Uri surgeries
Indian Army
Episode: Uri Surgical Strikes: The Truth Nobody Knows | 10th Anniversary | Ctrl Alt Defence Ep 58
Alfred Tyrone Cook
Flight Lieutenant, Indian Air Force (Viperace/Virat Chakra recipient)
Indian Air Force
Episode: Greatest IAF Pilot's Last Interview | Ctrl Alt Defence Ep 57
Sanjay Mahindru
Vice Admiral and first commanding officer of INS Arihant
Indian Navy
Episode: India's Nuclear Submarine Story, Arihant's 1st Captain Speaks | Ctrl Alt Defence Ep 56
Lieutenant General Raj Shukla
Retired Indian Army General, former Army Training Command head, and security analyst
Indian Army, UPSC member
Episode: War's New Epoch Is Here - India Must Leap, Or Lose | Ctrl Alt Defence Ep 55
Angad Singh
Air power writer and analyst, frequent commentator on Indian defense programs
Independent writer/analyst
Episode: Who's Killing Kaveri & Tejas? | Ctrl Alt Defence Ep 53

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North Korea's Secret Cyberwar On India | Ctrl Alt Defence Ep 63
Q: What actions are necessary to preempt or reduce digital scams, especially because AI is going to make it much harder?
Butts recommends practical cyber hygiene such as multifactor authentication and eliminating default passwords, alongside making defensive tools available to organizations. He stresses using AI securely to help defenders and continuing collaboration between Indian authorities and technology partners.
North Korea's Secret Cyberwar On India | Ctrl Alt Defence Ep 63
Q: What threat does China and Chinese state and non-state actors in the cybersphere pose for India?
Butts says Chinese state-backed actors target Indian government research institutions and ICT, while cybercriminal groups conduct ransomware and influence operations. He adds that AI is increasing the speed, scale and sophistication of attacks, even as many attackers still exploit long-known vulnerabilities.
Game Over For Zorawar Tank? | Ctrl Alt Defence Ep 60
Q: What were the key design drivers for the Zorawar in terms of altitude and mobility?
The primary drivers were high horsepower per ton to climb steep, high-altitude terrain, a lightweight build to enable strategic airlift and mobility, amphibious capability at around 27 tons, and a modular approach that could incorporate modern sensors, drones, and future warfare needs.
Uri Surgical Strikes: The Truth Nobody Knows | 10th Anniversary | Ctrl Alt Defence Ep 58
Q: Who led the operation on the ground and what was the leadership dynamic?
The operation was led by junior officers under the broader supervision of senior commanders; the team leaders were typically majors, with junior leaders at the front. The commander emphasized leading from the front and not delegating leadership to higher echelons, with decisions made by the commanding officer based on inputs from special forces teams.
Uri Surgical Strikes: The Truth Nobody Knows | 10th Anniversary | Ctrl Alt Defence Ep 58
Q: How was permission obtained to carry out the strikes?
Permission came as a bold, rapid decision by the defense minister, who trusted the planning and gave the go-ahead without requiring a lengthy chain-of-command approval process. The officer notes that Parrikar's personal authority and PMO-level confidence were crucial.

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A weekly, fast-paced conversation between two seasoned defence journalists who dissect national security, technology, and military modernization in India. Episodes balance expert interviews with sharp analysis of contemporary developments—ranging from submarine programs and indigenous propulsion to fighter aircraft, missiles, and strategic doctrine. Listeners get behind-the-scenes perspectives on procurement, industrial policy, and the challenges of building domestic capability, often accompanied by candid anecdotes and critique of governance, timelines, and private-sector involvement. The format tends to mix technical depth with accessible storytelling, making complex defence topics approachable for policy professionals, analysts, and indu... more

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