India's Secret Nuclear Journey | US, China & Russia Hidden Angle | Thorium | Vision of Homi Bhabha

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The world saw India as a divided, poor, and uneducated nation. But in the shadows, a revolutionary nuclear program was taking shape, driven by a dream that began with the fire of Hiroshima. @SrijanKalam joins Tarun Bindlish for this untold saga of Homi Bhabha's genius, JRD Tata's vision, and Nehru's political will—a story of how India chose an unconventional path to become a global nuclear power. Key Topics Covered: - Bhabha’s Daring Vision: India’s nuclear dream sparked before independence. - Forgotten Patriots: The brilliant scientists who built nukes on scraps. - The Genius Blueprint: India’s 3-stage plan from Uranium to Thorium. - Dark Turns & Deadly Signals: China’s bomb and Bhabha’s mysterious death. - India’s Bold Breakout: How Indira’s 1974 test stunned the world. - The Thorium Secret: India’s untapped key to energy dominance. 📌 This episode also examines the deep sense of patriotism that drove India's scientists to work for the nation over personal wealth , and how this quiet integrity protected national secrets from global intelligence agencies. Time code: 0:00 – Precap 3:08 – Introduction 10:00 – 1939 - 1944 WW2 Sparks India’s Nuclear Vision 14:51 – 1945 - The Trio who Ignited India’s Nuclear Path 21:19 – 1947 - 1956 Azadi to Atom: Apsara Reactor Revolution Begins 35:00 – 1958 India’s Nuclear Silence Begins 37:50 – 1960 – 1962 The CIRUS Deal, Indo-China Conflict 39:53 – 1965 - "India Can Make Nuclear Weapon in 18 months" - Homi Bhabha 44:40 – 1966 – Mysterious Passing Away of Shastri & Homi Bhabha 45:52 – 1971 - Bangladesh is Born, Indo-Pak Conflict 51:10 – Homi Bhabha's 3 Step Plan to India Superpower 01:00:27 – Plutonium: The Man-Made Fissile Material 01:07:00 – The Thorium Treasure: India's Ultimate Resource 01:35:09 – 1973 - 1974 - India’s First Nuclear Test: Smiling Buddha 01:38:59 – The Shock & Backlash from the West 01:41:09 – The Moment of Truth: Homi Sethna's Courage 01:44:38 – Pokhran's Strategic Impact 01:46:07 – Conclusion & Next Part Preview #indianhistory #geopolitics #indiragandhi #nuclearpower #nuclearenergy #nuclearwar #nuclear #nuclearwar #IndiaUS #IndiaRussia #apjabdulkalamquotes #atalbiharivajpayee #nehru -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Source of Information: All information shared in this podcast is backed by credible sources and verified public records. To read any more aspect related to the topics discussed in this podcast, please refer to the link - https://docs.google.com/document/d/1DD41F0Nj83oaB5doBlf28NF7Op_YLWcOlPKM30jrIPM/edit?tab=t.0 🎥 Watch more of our Podcasts on the channel Follow Tarun Bindlish’s Social Media Handles: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@UCNtNAzkob5O-r5rgq-tft_Q Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/illuminatebytarun Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/Illuminate-by-Tarun-Bindlish/100094476494541/ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7bnk4lTH2mNS0xx1x9TxTo?si=vRJCn_R9SviiqGu0CFv04g X: https://x.com/IlluminateTarun 📩 For any queries: [email protected] 🎙 About the Guest: Srijan Pal Singh is an author, public speaker, education innovator and social entrepreneur. He is IIM-A Gold Medalist and had worked as Advisor to Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam, the 11th President of India. Guest Social Media Handles: Facebook: @srijankalam Instagram: @srijan_kalam Twitter: @srijanpalsingh Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@SrijanKalam -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 🔥 About the Channel — Illuminate by Tarun Bindlish A knowledge-driven podcast exploring: * Personal Finance * Mental Health & Psychology * Science & Technology * Spirituality & Growth * Career, Entrepreneurship & Communication 🎯 Real conversations with top minds to inspire clarity, courage, and transformation. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- The views and opinions expressed in this video are for informational and educational purposes only and do not constitute professional advice or official recommendations. The content is based on publicly available information, personal opinions, and sources believed to be reliable at the time of recording. We do not promote hate speech, discrimination, misinformation, or any form of harmful content. All discussions are intended to foster open dialogue, critical thinking, and respectful conversation. Any mention of individuals, organizations, or entities is not intended to defame or harm anyone. All copyrighted material used in this video falls under fair use for the purpose of commentary, criticism, or education. We fully comply with YouTube’s Community Guidelines and Terms of Service. If you believe any content violates policies or requires correction, please contact us directly. Viewer discretion is advised.