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.