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In our Season 5 Episode 12 of Call Of Duty - Real Soldiers Real Stories, we dive deep into the mindset of leadership, resilience, and what it truly takes to protect a nation—both at sea and by selecting the next generation of warriors. Our guest today served a monumental 35-year meritorious career in the Indian Navy.During his career, Captain Joseph served as the Interviewing Officer and Deputy President of the Navy Selection Board (33 SSB) at Bhopal across two separate tenures. “Call of Duty” Real Soldiers Real Stories… where we bring real stories from the lives of the soldiers from Indian armed services. Available on Apple , Google, Spotify, Anchor podcasts and Amazon music Podcast Producers: Poonam Joshy Nandita Sankaran Prakrati Agrawal Music credits: Colonel V D Singh Contact us on: [email protected] Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/callofdutypodcast

In our Season 5 Episode 12 of Call Of Duty - Real Soldiers Real Stories, we dive deep into the mindset of leadership, resilience, and what it truly takes to protect a nation—both at sea and by selecting the next generation of warriors. Our guest today, Captain Joseph served a monumental 35-year meritorious career in the Indian Navy. During his career, Captain Joseph served as the Interviewing Officer and Deputy President of the Navy Selection Board at Bhopal across two separate tenures. “Call of Duty” Real Soldiers Real Stories… where we bring real stories from the lives of the soldiers from Indian armed services. Available on Apple , Google, Spotify, Anchor podcasts and Amazon music Podcast Producers: Poonam Joshy Nandita Sankaran Prakrati Agrawal Music credits: Colonel V D Singh Contact us on: [email protected] Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/callofdutypodcast

In our Season 5 Episode 12 of Call Of Duty - Real Soldiers Real Stories, we dive deep into the mindset of leadership, resilience, and what it truly takes to protect a nation—both at sea and by selecting the next generation of warriors. Our guest today served a monumental 35-year meritorious career in the Indian Navy.During his career, Captain Joseph served as the Interviewing Officer and Deputy President of the Navy Selection Board (33 SSB) at Bhopal across two separate tenures. “Call of Duty” Real Soldiers Real Stories… where we bring real stories from the lives of the soldiers from Indian armed services. Available on Apple , Google, Spotify, Anchor podcasts and Amazon music Podcast Producers: Poonam Joshy Nandita Sankaran Prakrati Agrawal Music credits: Colonel V D Singh Contact us on: [email protected] Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/callofdutypodcast

In our Season 5 Episode 11 , retired Air Force helicopter pilot Wing Commander Jagdeep shares his remarkable journey from the National Defence Academy to flying some of India's most challenging missions. With over 3,750 flying hours and service across India, Sri Lanka, Bhutan, Congo, Israel, and Japan, he recounts near-crash experiences in the Northeast, post-tsunami rescue operations, high-altitude flying in Leh, and serving in a United Nations mission in Congo. Beyond the uniform, we explore lessons on courage, leadership, resilience, and his unusual passion for snake breeding. An inspiring conversation about service, humanity, and the experiences that shape a soldier for life. “Call of Duty” Real Soldiers Real Stories… where we bring real stories from the lives of the soldiers from Indian armed services. Available on Apple , Google, Spotify, Anchor podcasts and Amazon music Podcast Producers: Poonam Joshy Nandita Sankaran Prakrati Agrawal Music credits: Colonel V D Singh Contact us on: [email protected] Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/callofdutypodcast

In our Season-5 Episode 11 of Call Of Duty - Real Soldiers Real Stories , retired Air Force helicopter pilot Wing Commander Jagdeep shares his remarkable journey from the National Defence Academy to flying some of India's most challenging missions. With over 3,750 flying hours and service across India, Sri Lanka, Bhutan, Congo, Israel, and Japan, he recounts near-crash experiences in the Northeast, post-tsunami rescue operations, high-altitude flying in Leh, and serving in a United Nations mission in Congo. Beyond the uniform, we explore lessons on courage, leadership, resilience, and his unusual passion for snake breeding. An inspiring conversation about service, humanity, and the experiences that shape a soldier for life. “Call of Duty” Real Soldiers Real Stories… where we bring real stories from the lives of the soldiers from Indian armed services. Available on Apple , Google, Spotify, Anchor podcasts and Amazon music Podcast Producers: Poonam Joshy Nandita Sankaran Prakrati Agrawal Music credits: Colonel V D Singh Contact us on: [email protected] Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/callofdutypodcast

In our Season 5 Episode 11 , retired Air Force helicopter pilot Wing Commander Jagdeep shares his remarkable journey from the National Defence Academy to flying some of India's most challenging missions. With over 3,750 flying hours and service across India, Sri Lanka, Bhutan, Congo, Israel, and Japan, he recounts near-crash experiences in the Northeast, post-tsunami rescue operations, high-altitude flying in Leh, and serving in a United Nations mission in Congo. Beyond the uniform, we explore lessons on courage, leadership, resilience, and his unusual passion for snake breeding. An inspiring conversation about service, humanity, and the experiences that shape a soldier for life. “Call of Duty” Real Soldiers Real Stories… where we bring real stories from the lives of the soldiers from Indian armed services. Available on Apple , Google, Spotify, Anchor podcasts and Amazon music Podcast Producers: Poonam Joshy Nandita Sankaran Prakrati Agrawal Music credits: Colonel V D Singh Contact us on: [email protected] Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/callofdutypodcast

In our Season-5, Episode 10 “Someone Somewhere” we present Brigadier A P Singh, a Sainik School Rewa alumnus, he was born into a family of landlords but chose to wear the uniform. Commissioned into the Infantry, his path shifted after he sustained grave injuries in an operation. He transitioned to the Corps of Ordnance. The change never defined him. He took each challenge in stride and distinguished himself throughout his career. Anchored by faith in God and faith in himself, Brigadier Singh believes he has always been protected and guided by Someone Somewhere. “Call of Duty” Real Soldiers Real Stories… where we bring real stories from the lives of the soldiers from Indian armed services. Available on Apple , Google, Spotify, Anchor podcasts and Amazon music Podcast Producers: Poonam Joshy Nandita Sankaran Prakrati Agrawal Music credits: Colonel V D Singh Contact us on: [email protected] Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/callofdutypodcast

Commissioned in 1988 into the Indian Army’s Judge Advocate General’s Department, Maj Gen Javed Iqbal commenced his military career with the Madras Regiment in the Kargil/Drass sector, serving on the Line of Control. He went on to serve with Rashtriya Rifles in Jammu & Kashmir and with Assam Rifles in the North East, where he played an active role in counter-insurgency operations. He served as an instructor at the National Defence Academy and was chosen as Legal Advisor to the UN Force Commander during the United Nations Mission in Sierra Leone. He also completed an international course in the United States on the Law of Armed Conflict and Human Rights, securing the top position. Rising to Maj Gen, the apex rank in the JAG Department, he was honoured with the Vishisht Seva Medal by the President this year in recognition of his distinguished service

Commissioned in 1988 into the Indian Army’s Judge Advocate General’s Department, Maj Gen Javed Iqbal commenced his military career with the Madras Regiment in the Kargil/Drass sector, serving on the Line of Control. He went on to serve with Rashtriya Rifles in Jammu & Kashmir and with Assam Rifles in the North East, where he played an active role in counter-insurgency operations. He served as an instructor at the National Defence Academy and was chosen as Legal Advisor to the UN Force Commander during the United Nations Mission in Sierra Leone. He also completed an international course in the United States on the Law of Armed Conflict and Human Rights, securing the top position. Rising to Maj Gen, the apex rank in the JAG Department, he was honoured with the Vishisht Seva Medal by the President this year in recognition of his distinguished service

Commissioned in 1988 into the Indian Army’s Judge Advocate General’s Department, Maj Gen Javed Iqbal commenced his military career with the Madras Regiment in the Kargil/Drass sector, serving on the Line of Control. He went on to serve with Rashtriya Rifles in Jammu & Kashmir and with Assam Rifles in the North East, where he played an active role in counter-insurgency operations. He served as an instructor at the National Defence Academy and was chosen as Legal Advisor to the UN Force Commander during the United Nations Mission in Sierra Leone. He also completed an international course in the United States on the Law of Armed Conflict and Human Rights, securing the top position. Rising to Maj Gen, the apex rank in the JAG Department, he was honoured with the Vishisht Seva Medal by the President this year in recognition of his distinguished service

Commissioned in 1988 into the Indian Army’s Judge Advocate General’s Department, Maj Gen Javed Iqbal commenced his military career with the Madras Regiment in the Kargil/Drass sector, serving on the Line of Control. He went on to serve with Rashtriya Rifles in Jammu & Kashmir and with Assam Rifles in the North East, where he played an active role in counter-insurgency operations. He served as an instructor at the National Defence Academy and was chosen as Legal Advisor to the UN Force Commander during the United Nations Mission in Sierra Leone. He also completed an international course in the United States on the Law of Armed Conflict and Human Rights, securing the top position. Rising to Maj Gen, the apex rank in the JAG Department, he was honoured with the Vishisht Seva Medal by the President this year in recognition of his distinguished service.

"Leadership does not end when the uniform comes off — it simply takes a new form!" In Season 5 Episode 8 of Call of Duty – Real Soldiers, Real Stories, we bring you the journey of a woman who answered one powerful question — “Do you have it in you?” — and proved that she did. From joining the Indian Air Force without a legacy to guide her, to mentoring air warriors with strength and compassion, and later carrying that same discipline into the corporate world — her story is one of quiet resilience and unwavering belief. This episode is about courage without noise, growth without excuses, and leadership rooted in empathy. Call of Duty – Real Soldiers, Real Stories — where we bring you the voices, values, and journeys of real soldiers from the Indian Armed Forces. Available on Apple, Google, Spotify, Anchor Podcasts & Amazon Music Podcast Producers:Poonam JoshyNandita SankaranPrakrati Agrawal Music Credits: Colonel V. D. Singh Contact Us: [email protected] Follow Us:Instagram: @callofdutypodcastFacebook: Call of Duty – Real Soldiers Real Stories

"Leadership does not end when the uniform comes off — it simply takes a new form!" In Season 5 Episode 8 of Call of Duty – Real Soldiers, Real Stories, we bring you the journey of a woman who answered one powerful question — “Do you have it in you?” — and proved that she did. From joining the Indian Air Force without a legacy to guide her, to mentoring air warriors with strength and compassion, and later carrying that same discipline into the corporate world — her story is one of quiet resilience and unwavering belief. This episode is about courage without noise, growth without excuses, and leadership rooted in empathy. Call of Duty – Real Soldiers, Real Stories — where we bring you the voices, values, and journeys of real soldiers from the Indian Armed Forces. Available on Apple, Google, Spotify, Anchor Podcasts & Amazon Music Podcast Producers:Poonam JoshyNandita SankaranPrakrati Agrawal Music Credits: Colonel V. D. Singh Contact Us: ⁠[email protected]⁠ Follow Us:Instagram: @callofdutypodcastFacebook: Call of Duty – Real Soldiers Real Stories

“Vidya Dadati Vinayam” — Knowledge Bestows Humility A principle that echoes through India’s military education system and finds a living embodiment in today’s guest. In Season 5 Episode 7 of “Call of Duty – Real Soldiers, Real Stories,” ​​Roots of Resilience, we bring you the extraordinary journey of Major General Vir Kumar Bhat, Vishisht Seva Medal (Retd) - a soldier, scholar, and educationist whose life bridges the mountains of Kashmir, the classrooms of military institutions, and the strategic halls of Army Headquarters. Born in Kupwara, Jammu & Kashmir, in a family devoted to education, his early years were shaped by both learning and the turmoil of migration faced by many Kashmiri families. These experiences built a quiet resilience and inner strength, and colleagues often describe him as a calm, composed leader whom little could ruffle, always facing challenges with clarity and dignity. “Call of Duty - Real Soldiers, Real Stories” -where we bring you the voices, values, and journeys of real soldiers from the Indian Armed Forces. Available on Apple, Google, Spotify, Anchor Podcasts & Amazon Music Podcast Producers: Poonam Joshy Nandita Sankaran Prakrati Agrawal Music Credits: Colonel V. D. Singh Contact Us: [email protected] Follow Us: Instagram: @callofdutypodcast Facebook: Call of Duty – Real Soldiers Real Stories

“Vidya Dadati Vinayam” — Knowledge Bestows Humility A principle that echoes through India’s military education system and finds a living embodiment in today’s guest. In Season 5 Episode 7 of “Call of Duty – Real Soldiers, Real Stories,” ​​Roots of Resilience, we bring you the extraordinary journey of Major General Vir Kumar Bhat, Vishisht Seva Medal (Retd) - a soldier, scholar, and educationist whose life bridges the mountains of Kashmir, the classrooms of military institutions, and the strategic halls of Army Headquarters. Born in Kupwara, Jammu & Kashmir, in a family devoted to education, his early years were shaped by both learning and the turmoil of migration faced by many Kashmiri families. These experiences built a quiet resilience and inner strength, and colleagues often describe him as a calm, composed leader whom little could ruffle, always facing challenges with clarity and dignity. “Call of Duty - Real Soldiers, Real Stories” -where we bring you the voices, values, and journeys of real soldiers from the Indian Armed Forces. Available on Apple, Google, Spotify, Anchor Podcasts & Amazon Music Podcast Producers: Poonam Joshy Nandita Sankaran Prakrati Agrawal Music Credits: Colonel V. D. Singh Contact Us: [email protected] Follow Us: Instagram: @callofdutypodcast Facebook: Call of Duty – Real Soldiers Real Stories