
Welcome back to another episode of The Syllabus of Life. I’m your host, IRS Ravi Kapoor, and today, we have a truly remarkable guest — Major Samar Pal Singh Toor.
Major Toor is a decorated officer of the Indian Army, commissioned into the prestigious 8 Rajputana Rifles. Over the years, he has served in some of the toughest terrains and missions — from the icy heights of Siachen, the world’s highest and coldest battlefield, to counter-terrorism operations in Kashmir, and even leading troops in a United Nations Peacekeeping Mission in South Sudan.
In this conversation, Major Toor and I explore some fascinating, and at times unsettling, aspects of modern warfare and geopolitics. We dive into:
the CIA’s involvement in Operation Sindoor,
China’s rapid military advancements and what they mean for India,
possible scenarios if India and China were to clash,
the future of warfare with laser weapons from space,
the top five cutting-edge defence technologies shaping the battlefield,
South Korea’s innovative use of fuel cells in defence,
and a deep look into Operation Blue Ghost.
This is a gripping discussion that connects history, technology, and strategy — and it will leave you with a deeper understanding of where global security might be headed.
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Host (Ravi Kapoor):
So, let’s dive right in. Here’s my conversation with Major Samar Pal Singh Toor.