The Indologia Podcast

The Indo-US relationship is collapsing and it might be the best thing to happen to India in 500 years. While Washington lectures Delhi about democracy, India is quietly playing a very different game.In this episode, I explain why America's "with us or against us" demands are backfiring, how declining empires always behave when threatened, and why India's refusal to submit marks the end of Western hegemony.What I discuss:How Spain, Britain, and the USSR collapsed and why America is nextThe Arthashastra playbook Chanakya wrote 2,000 years agoWhy India and China reclaiming 40% of global GDP is a return to historical normsStrategic autonomy in actionGermany's fatal mistake and what India must learnHow civilizational patience beats imperial panic Why this breakdown isn't a crisis but India's graduation to true independence

A first person account of life in Pre-Partition Punjab by Durga Das. Excerpt from India, from Nehru to Curzon and AfterFollow :Twitter: ⁠https://twitter.com/indologia⁠ Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/indologia/⁠YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@indologia⁠Whatsapp: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029Va55D2lBPzjRND3rPC0ATelegram: https://t.me/indologia

Aurangzeb's piety & struggles with his dimwit son. Written by Jadunath Sarkar. Follow : Twitter: ⁠https://twitter.com/indologia⁠  Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/indologia/⁠ YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@indologia⁠ Whatsapp: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029Va55D2lBPzjRND3rPC0A Telegram: https://t.me/indologia

A reading from Revisiting the Educational Heritage of India by Sahana Singh. Follow me: Twitter: ⁠https://twitter.com/indologia⁠  Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/indologia/⁠ YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@indologia⁠ Whatsapp: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029Va55D2lBPzjRND3rPC0A Telegram: https://t.me/indologia

From Rome to Bharat: an untold story of spiritual colonization. A stark examination of how the Papacy's influence has grown. Written by Sitaram Goel. Follow me: Twitter: ⁠https://twitter.com/indologia⁠  Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/indologia/⁠ YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@indologia⁠ Whatsapp: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029Va55D2lBPzjRND3rPC0A Telegram: https://t.me/indologia

We discuss the historical evolution and eventual collapse of the caste system in India, highlighting the impact of social, economic, and political changes on traditional social structures. Follow: Twitter: ⁠https://twitter.com/indologia⁠  Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/indologia/⁠ YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@indologia⁠ Whatsapp: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029Va55D2lBPzjRND3rPC0A Telegram: https://t.me/indologia

We explore the extravagant lifestyle of Maharaja of Patiala, focusing on his opulent palace, poker games, cricket matches with the British team & meetings with Mussolini. Twitter: ⁠https://twitter.com/indologia⁠  Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/indologia/⁠ YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@indologia⁠ Whatsapp: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029Va55D2lBPzjRND3rPC0A Telegram: https://t.me/indologia

In this epsiode -  The Shah Bano controversy  Rajiv the incompetent PM Arun Nehru, the puppet master The Cunning Sonia  The opening of Babri locks Lutyens Insider's accounts The Shah Bano case exposed preferential treatment of minorities at the expense of secular principles. When the government overturned the Supreme Court's ruling in favor of Shah Bano, it was seen as capitulation to Muslim demands. This action fueled resentment among many Indians who felt that secularism in India unfairly favored minority groups. This controversy, combined with issues like the Ram Janmabhoomi movement, helped the BJP to gain broader support, leading to their increased political prominence in the following years. Follow me: Twitter: ⁠https://twitter.com/indologia⁠  Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/indologia/⁠ YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@indologia⁠ Whatsapp: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029Va55D2lBPzjRND3rPC0A Telegram: https://t.me/indologia

The story of the Abhinandan incident as told by the then Indian High Commissioner to Pakistan. This is an account of the 2019 Incident when Indian Pilot Abhinandan crossed the LOC and brought down a Pakistani F16. Follow me: Twitter: ⁠https://twitter.com/indologia⁠  Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/indologia/⁠ YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@indologia⁠ Whatsapp: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029Va55D2lBPzjRND3rPC0A Telegram: https://t.me/indologia

आज हम बात करेंगे एक बहुत ही दिलचस्प और महत्वपूर्ण विषय पर - पश्चिमी देशों की खास सोच और उनका दूसरी संस्कृतियों पर असर। Follow me: Twitter: ⁠https://twitter.com/indologia⁠  Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/indologia/⁠ YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@indologia⁠ Whatsapp: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029Va55D2lBPzjRND3rPC0A Telegram: https://t.me/indologia

What is with the christian obsession with India ? Is it open season for soul harvesting? Follow me: Twitter: ⁠https://twitter.com/indologia⁠  Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/indologia/⁠ YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@indologia⁠ Whatsapp: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029Va55D2lBPzjRND3rPC0A Telegram: https://t.me/indologia

A brief history of the Somnath temple and its restoration that was accomplished in-spite of Nehru's anti Hindu stance. If it wasn't for the hard work of KM Munshi this restoration would've never been possible. Follow me: Twitter: ⁠https://twitter.com/indologia⁠  Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/indologiaa/⁠ YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@indologia⁠ Whatsapp: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029Va55D2lBPzjRND3rPC0A Telegram: https://t.me/indologia

Is a Hindu Rashtra really such a bad idea ? Follow me: Twitter: ⁠https://twitter.com/indologia⁠  Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/indologiaa/⁠ YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@indologia⁠ Whatsapp: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029Va55D2lBPzjRND3rPC0A Telegram: https://t.me/indologia

First Aired in March 2023. Re-playing on popular demand. Follow me: Twitter: ⁠https://twitter.com/indologia⁠  Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/indologiaa/⁠ YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@indologia⁠ Whatsapp: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029Va55D2lBPzjRND3rPC0A Telegram: https://t.me/indologia

Should the history of Mughal in the NCERT textbooks of India be removed ? Follow me: Twitter: ⁠https://twitter.com/indologia⁠  Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/indologiaa/⁠ YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@indologia⁠ Whatsapp: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029Va55D2lBPzjRND3rPC0A Telegram: https://t.me/indologia

Who lived in Afghanistan before the Pashtuns ? What is their origin ? & other questions answered. Excerpt from Pashtuns a Contested History by Tilak Devasher. Follow me: Twitter: ⁠https://twitter.com/indologia⁠  Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/indologiaa/⁠ YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@indologia⁠ Whatsapp: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029Va55D2lBPzjRND3rPC0A Telegram: https://t.me/indologia

In this episode I read you the chapter about Bappa Rawal from the book Maharanas, a 1000 year war for Dharma by Omendra Ratnu. Follow me: Twitter: ⁠https://twitter.com/indologia⁠  Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/indologiaa/⁠ YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@indologia⁠ Whatsapp: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029Va55D2lBPzjRND3rPC0A Telegram: https://t.me/indologia

This is the account of India's Partition by Sri Prakasa, a close confidant of Nehru & India's First high Commissioner to Pakistan. It shines a light on the plight of the common man, while giving a clear view into the relationship of Congress leaders with the leaders of Pakistan & the Britishers. Follow me: Twitter: ⁠https://twitter.com/indologia⁠  Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/indologiaa/⁠ YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@indologia⁠ Whatsapp: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029Va55D2lBPzjRND3rPC0A Telegram: https://t.me/indologia

This is the story of a 1985 court case in India where a petition was filed to ban the Quran. It caused a havoc, with protests in the streets and politicians scrambling to respond. Why was this case was so explosive ? how did different groups react ? What happened in the end ? Follow me: Twitter: ⁠https://twitter.com/indologia⁠  Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/indologiaa/⁠ YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@indologia⁠ Whatsapp: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029Va55D2lBPzjRND3rPC0A Telegram: https://t.me/indologia

Could Prithviraj have known, that his generosity towards an unrelenting enemy, would bear repercussions for centuries to come ? In this episode I read you an excerpt from Invaders & Infidels by Sandeep Balakrishna Follow me: Twitter: ⁠https://twitter.com/indologia⁠  Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/indologiaa/⁠ YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@indologia⁠ Whatsapp: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029Va55D2lBPzjRND3rPC0A Telegram: https://t.me/indologia

"Parva" by S.L. Bhyrappa is a modern version of the Mahabharata, told in a realistic way. It focuses on the human emotions and struggles of the characters, without the mythological elements. The book is praised for its deep storytelling and realistic portrayal of ancient Indian life. Today I read you an excerpt from it. Follow me: Twitter: ⁠https://twitter.com/indologia⁠  Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/indologiaa/⁠ YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@indologia⁠ Whatsapp: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029Va55D2lBPzjRND3rPC0A Telegram: https://t.me/indologia

What happened in the aftermath of the assassination of Indira Gandhi ? What was the response of Rajiv Gandhi ? What was the public mood like ? Eyewitness account of Tavleen Singh as shared in her book Durbar. Follow me: Twitter: ⁠https://twitter.com/indologia⁠  Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/indologiaa/⁠ YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@indologia⁠ Whatsapp: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029Va55D2lBPzjRND3rPC0A Telegram: https://t.me/indologia

How did BJP Lose UP ? The truth behind the RSS rift. Did Muslims & Dalits vote for BJP ? What can we expect from the coalition government ? And what will be the future of Hindus in India - Answer to all these and more in this episode of the Indologia Podcast. Follow me: Twitter: ⁠https://twitter.com/indologia⁠  Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/indologiaa/⁠ YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@indologia⁠ Whatsapp: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029Va55D2lBPzjRND3rPC0A Telegram: https://t.me/indologia

In secular India, Hindu & Hinduism is associated with communalism. But when did this trend start ? A reading from Sitaram Goel's book Hindus & Hinduism : Manipulation of Meanings Follow me: Twitter: ⁠https://twitter.com/indologia⁠  Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/indologiaa/⁠ YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@indologia⁠ Whatsapp: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029Va55D2lBPzjRND3rPC0A Telegram: https://t.me/indologia

In this episode, I read you a chapter from Hindus in a Hindu Rashtra by Anand Ranganathan & review it. I also hit upon the topic of the revisionist history that Indians have been fed via the education system and how that has given birth to a generational delusion. Follow me: Twitter: ⁠https://twitter.com/indologia⁠  Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/indologiaa/⁠ YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@indologia⁠ Whatsapp: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029Va55D2lBPzjRND3rPC0A Telegram: https://t.me/indologia

Follow me: Twitter: ⁠https://twitter.com/indologia⁠  What happens in the corridors of power when a Prime minister dies ? Frantic phone calls. Scheming. Sourced from the horse's mouth, I reveal it all in this episode of The Indologia Podcast. Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/indologiaa/⁠ YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@indologia⁠ Whatsapp: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029Va55D2lBPzjRND3rPC0A Telegram: https://t.me/indologia

We take a quick peak into the corridors of power immediately after the Indian 'independence' in 1947. The dominant fist of Nehru, the frustrations of President Rajendra Prasad & the careful political manoeuvring of everyone else involved. Follow me: Twitter: ⁠https://twitter.com/indologia⁠  Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/indologiaa/⁠ YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@indologia⁠ Whatsapp: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029Va55D2lBPzjRND3rPC0A Telegram: https://t.me/indologia

Is BJP going to lose the 2024 elections ? What is the opposition's strategy ? Could this finally be the end of the Modi era ? We also analyse predictions & situations from the 2019 elections in order to find any such similar trends this time around. Follow me: Twitter: ⁠https://twitter.com/indologia⁠  Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/indologiaa/⁠ YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@indologia⁠ Whatsapp: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029Va55D2lBPzjRND3rPC0A Telegram: https://t.me/indologia

Why does the west fail to understand the Indian way of life ? Why are Indians so different from the rest of the world ? What is the root cause of it all ? Follow me: Twitter: ⁠https://twitter.com/indologia⁠  Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/indologiaa/⁠ YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@indologia⁠ Whatsapp: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029Va55D2lBPzjRND3rPC0A Telegram: https://t.me/indologia

Khushru Khan, also known as Khizr Khan, was a prominent figure during so called 'Delhi Sultanate period'. As a Hindu captive of a muslim King, he faced a difficult life of utmost abuse and yet in the end, he had the ultimate revenge. In this episode we tell the story of this sensational yet forgotten figure of Indian history. Follow me: Twitter: ⁠https://twitter.com/indologia⁠  Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/indologiaa/⁠ YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@indologia⁠ Whatsapp: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029Va55D2lBPzjRND3rPC0A

5 Excerpts from The Valmiki Ramayana translated by Bibek Debroy. Follow me: Twitter: ⁠https://twitter.com/indologia⁠  Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/indologiaa/⁠ YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@indologia⁠ Whatsapp: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029Va55D2lBPzjRND3rPC0A

Will Pakistan Split up ? What is the single biggest faultline of Pakistan that everyone seems to ignore ? Follow me: Twitter: ⁠https://twitter.com/indologia⁠  Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/indologiaa/⁠ YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@indologia⁠ Whatsapp: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029Va55D2lBPzjRND3rPC0A

Was Pushyamitra Shunga a hero or a villain ? Was he a traitor to Bharat ? Follow me: Twitter: ⁠https://twitter.com/indologia⁠  Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/indologiaa/⁠ YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@indologia⁠ Whatsapp: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029Va55D2lBPzjRND3rPC0A

Is there any science to be found in Hindu texts ? Or is it all just hocus pocus... Follow me: Twitter: ⁠https://twitter.com/indologia⁠  Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/indologiaa/⁠ YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@indologia⁠ Whatsapp: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029Va55D2lBPzjRND3rPC0A

Nehru arrested Savarkar and other members of the opposition & went to make yet another blunder, singlehandedly altering the future demography of India. An action which seemed deliberate given his dislike of Bengali & Punjabi Hindu refugees. Follow me: Twitter: ⁠https://twitter.com/indologia⁠  Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/indologiaa/⁠ YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@indologia⁠ Whatsapp: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029Va55D2lBPzjRND3rPC0A

Featuring excerpts from V.S. Naipaul’s book Among The Believers, this  episode sheds light on the social situation in the Islamic State of Pakistan in the 80s.  Follow me: Twitter: ⁠https://twitter.com/indologia⁠  Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/indologiaa/⁠ YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@indologia⁠ Whatsapp: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029Va55D2lBPzjRND3rPC0A

The story of Mahmud of Ghazni that is taught in Indian schools is a fantastic example of how Indian history has been moulded to form a narrative, that is meant to misguide & dishearten a people who still continue to suffer the atrocities emanating from a particular ideology. Follow me: Twitter: ⁠https://twitter.com/indologia⁠  Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/indologiaa/⁠ YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@indologia⁠ Whatsapp: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029Va55D2lBPzjRND3rPC0A

One side says Aurangzeb was a tyrant. The other says he was a saint. Today, we get the truth directly from the horse's mouth... Follow me: Twitter: ⁠https://twitter.com/indologia⁠  Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/indologiaa/⁠ YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@indologia⁠ Whatsapp: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029Va55D2lBPzjRND3rPC0A

सवाल ये नहीं है कि हिंदू समाज आपके लिये क्या करेगा। सवाल ये है कि आप हिंदू समाज के लिए क्या कर सकते हैं ? इस विषय पर मेरे कुछ विचार।।। फॉलो करें : Twitter: ⁠https://twitter.com/indologia⁠  Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/indologiaa/⁠ YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@indologia⁠ Whatsapp: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029Va55D2lBPzjRND3rPC0A

White supremacy. White man's burden & the Bible. I read excerpt from 'India that is Bharat'- the excellent book by J Sai Deepak & expand upon the ideas discussed therein, with my own thoughts & observations. Follow me: Twitter: ⁠https://twitter.com/indologia⁠  Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/indologiaa/⁠ YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@indologia⁠ Whatsapp: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029Va55D2lBPzjRND3rPC0A

What is the one crucial thing that separates Muslims and Hindus ? Sitaram Goel answers... Follow me: Twitter: ⁠https://twitter.com/indologia⁠  Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/indologiaa/⁠ YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@indologia⁠ Whatsapp: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029Va55D2lBPzjRND3rPC0A

The unwavering commitment of Kar Sevaks to fight injustice & enable the construction of the Ram Mandir, signifies the resilience of Hindus in seeking divine justice despite brutal oppression. Their actions became the cornerstone of the movement to reclaim the sacred Ram Janmabhoomi site. In remembrance... Follow me: Twitter: ⁠https://twitter.com/indologia⁠  Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/indologiaa/⁠ YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@indologia⁠ Whatsapp: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029Va55D2lBPzjRND3rPC0A

What do the Indians think of Alexander? Did he really conquer India? How was he remembered by the ancient Indians ? Follow me: Twitter: ⁠https://twitter.com/indologia⁠  Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/indologiaa/⁠ YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@indologia⁠ Whatsapp: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029Va55D2lBPzjRND3rPC0A

Who are the Parsis ? Do Persians have their roots in Vedic Culture ? Plus a story about R&AW in Iran. Follow me: Twitter: ⁠https://twitter.com/indologia⁠  Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/indologiaa/⁠ YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@indologia⁠ Whatsapp: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029Va55D2lBPzjRND3rPC0A

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The illegal American arms supply channel to Pakistan. India's invincible war strategy. Stories of the Pakistani surrender. And hidden truth of the war,,, All this and more in this episode of The Indologia Podcast. Follow me: Twitter: ⁠⁠https://twitter.com/indologia⁠⁠  Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/indologiaa/⁠⁠ YouTube: ⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@indologia⁠⁠ Whatsapp: ⁠https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029Va55D2lBPzjRND3rPC0A⁠

अमरीकियों को भारत से नफ़रत क्यों थी? इंदिरा ने क्या ग़लतियाँ की थी? क्या भारत POK वापस लेने वाला था? पाक फ़ौज की हर कैसे हुई? यह सब जानिए इस रोमांचक एपिसोड में। Follow me: Twitter: ⁠https://twitter.com/indologia⁠  Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/indologiaa/⁠ YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@indologia⁠ Whatsapp : ⁠https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029Va55D2lBPzjRND3rPC0A

Why did Nixon hate India ? Why did he not get along with Indira Gandhi ? How did the Chinese fool both the US and Pakistan ? Why were the Pakistanis confident of a win ? & Other stories from the corridors of power. In this episode is revealed the Geopolitical game from the POV of US, Russia, China & India. Follow me: Twitter: ⁠https://twitter.com/indologia⁠  Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/indologiaa/⁠ YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@indologia⁠ Whatsapp: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029Va55D2lBPzjRND3rPC0A

This is the history of the Jihad unleashed against the Hindus of India by the Muslims a 100 years ago. And the truth about the Moplah massacre of Hindus. Follow me: Twitter: ⁠⁠https://twitter.com/indologia⁠⁠  Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/indologiaa/⁠⁠ YouTube: ⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@indologia⁠⁠ Whatsapp: ⁠https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029Va55D2lBPzjRND3rPC0A

Beneath the ancient Himalayan crown, Lalitaditya rose, a legend to renown. His valor, a saga in history inscribed, Kashmir, where time's echo thrived.... This is the Story of Lalitaditya Muktapida who ushered in the golden age of Kashmir & made it the centre of the geopolitical game. Follow me: Twitter: ⁠https://twitter.com/indologia⁠  Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/indologiaa/⁠ YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@indologia⁠ Whatsapp: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029Va55D2lBPzjRND3rPC0A