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Finally the long awaited episode is out in the public.
A detailed and extremely insightful discussion with Anirudh Kanisetti on the history of mighty Imperial Cholas.
Their empire building, Naval raids, temple building, religious policy, nataraja, great administration, local self government, all the dimensions we anyway study for the exam are discussed here, with some new info or different angle.
Enjoy.
(PS: Some of the opinions expressed there are solely author's. Carry discretion before judging... :p)
https://youtu.be/P5WH8-V6WME
#akhyandiaries
A detailed and extremely insightful discussion with Anirudh Kanisetti on the history of mighty Imperial Cholas.
Their empire building, Naval raids, temple building, religious policy, nataraja, great administration, local self government, all the dimensions we anyway study for the exam are discussed here, with some new info or different angle.
Enjoy.
(PS: Some of the opinions expressed there are solely author's. Carry discretion before judging... :p)
https://youtu.be/P5WH8-V6WME
#akhyandiaries
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Chola Dynasty: Beyond the Myths | Ft. Anirudh Kanisetti | Akhyan Diaries Ep. 2
In this episode of Akhyan Diaries, Anirudh Kanisetti, public historian and author of Lords of the Earth and the Sea: A History of the Chola Empire, joins Nikhil Sheth Sir (Faculty, LevelUp IAS) to explore the grandeur and complexity of the Chola dynasty.…
Forwarded from Nikhil Sheth - History and Culture
Hello,
This is a new initiative from my side - Akhyan Diaries. Its a series of podcasts with scholars and authors. Anirudha Kanisetti is the second in the series.
I, as a teacher, got little bored with regular classroom teaching. And thus I wanted to do something new, fresh and engaging. So, we started this podcast for expanding the horizons of History for upsc aspirants.
The topics here are going to be useful for upsc aspriants, but not in the regular run-of-the-mill format. We will engage with interesting people and enrich our understanding beyond typical notes and textbooks.
It adds to knoweldge, and it is fun. For you, I am deeply interested in knowing what do you think. Any and all genuine feedback is most welcome in the comment section.
Also, apart from the feedback, if you have any guest scholar/author in mind, do let us know. We will try to get him/her on board.
Nikhil
This is a new initiative from my side - Akhyan Diaries. Its a series of podcasts with scholars and authors. Anirudha Kanisetti is the second in the series.
I, as a teacher, got little bored with regular classroom teaching. And thus I wanted to do something new, fresh and engaging. So, we started this podcast for expanding the horizons of History for upsc aspirants.
The topics here are going to be useful for upsc aspriants, but not in the regular run-of-the-mill format. We will engage with interesting people and enrich our understanding beyond typical notes and textbooks.
It adds to knoweldge, and it is fun. For you, I am deeply interested in knowing what do you think. Any and all genuine feedback is most welcome in the comment section.
Also, apart from the feedback, if you have any guest scholar/author in mind, do let us know. We will try to get him/her on board.
Nikhil
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Join the Live TownHall (Q&A) with Dr. Ajay Kumar, Chairman UPSC.
Ask your questions live on Twitter / Facebook
#AskChairmanUPSC
Date: Today, 1st October 2025, Wednesday
Time: 12PM-1PM
https://youtube.com/live/kloc_70pIZk
Ask your questions live on Twitter / Facebook
#AskChairmanUPSC
Date: Today, 1st October 2025, Wednesday
Time: 12PM-1PM
https://youtube.com/live/kloc_70pIZk
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LIVE: UPSC Chairman Dr. Ajay Kumar Connects with Aspirants | Reforms, Insights & Q&A | DD News
For the first time ever, UPSC Chairman Dr. Ajay Kumar will go LIVE to connect with aspirants across India!
📅 Date: 1 Oct 2025
⏰ Time: 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM IST
Get exclusive insights, updates on reforms, and have your questions answered directly by the Chairman.…
📅 Date: 1 Oct 2025
⏰ Time: 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM IST
Get exclusive insights, updates on reforms, and have your questions answered directly by the Chairman.…
📢 LevelUp IAS is observing holiday today (2nd Oct) for Gandhi Jayanti & Dussehra | Classes resume tomorrow ✨
Make it a special day of' Reflection & Renewal'
October 2nd marks two powerful occasions:
Gandhi Jayanti reminding us of truth, simplicity, and the courage to stand by values.
Dussehra the victory of good over evil, of clarity over confusion, of discipline over distraction.
As UPSC aspirants, both festivals are more than holidays they are metaphors for your own journey. Every page you read is your satyagraha against ignorance. Every test you attempt is your Ramayana battle, cutting down one weakness at a time.
Keeping with the spirit of this day, LevelUp IAS is observing a holiday today.
Take this time to reflect, recharge, and realign your preparation with purpose.
We’ll meet you tomorrow with the same energy ready to build the officers of tomorrow.
🙏 Happy Gandhi Jayanti & Dussehra!
Team LevelUp IAS
Make it a special day of' Reflection & Renewal'
October 2nd marks two powerful occasions:
Gandhi Jayanti reminding us of truth, simplicity, and the courage to stand by values.
Dussehra the victory of good over evil, of clarity over confusion, of discipline over distraction.
As UPSC aspirants, both festivals are more than holidays they are metaphors for your own journey. Every page you read is your satyagraha against ignorance. Every test you attempt is your Ramayana battle, cutting down one weakness at a time.
Keeping with the spirit of this day, LevelUp IAS is observing a holiday today.
Take this time to reflect, recharge, and realign your preparation with purpose.
We’ll meet you tomorrow with the same energy ready to build the officers of tomorrow.
🙏 Happy Gandhi Jayanti & Dussehra!
Team LevelUp IAS
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Another extremely sad news.
The stalwarts of the 20th century, the people who created the post World War world with their sheer hardwork and intelligence, are passing away. The era is closing.
The stalwarts of the 20th century, the people who created the post World War world with their sheer hardwork and intelligence, are passing away. The era is closing.
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UPSC Chairman Dr. Ajay Kumar went live for the first time on DD News, answering questions from aspirants. What did he say about prelims, mains, and the future of CSE?
Watch the video here: https://youtu.be/Gw6RopJ6paE
Watch the video here: https://youtu.be/Gw6RopJ6paE
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What UPSC Chairman Revealed in His First Live Session? | Must Watch for Aspirants | LevelUp IAS
UPSC Chairman Dr. Ajay Kumar marked the centenary year with his first ever live Q&A on DD News, taking on questions from aspirants across email and social media. At LevelUp IAS, we went through the full session and pulled together the insights that matter…
Ever caught yourself saying "bas thodi der reels dekhleta hu" and then realizing an hour is gone?
That one hour could have been the difference between one more NCERT chapter done... or one more mock test revised.
In this competitive race, the truth is simple, your biggest distraction is also in your pocket. And every scroll is silently costing you marks.
Can you really afford to let your phone decide your UPSC rank?
Join the Digital Detox Workshop on 5th Oct | 2 PM Online and learn practical ways to study with focus, without getting trapped by your phone.
Register now: https://shorturl.at/ubGhU
That one hour could have been the difference between one more NCERT chapter done... or one more mock test revised.
In this competitive race, the truth is simple, your biggest distraction is also in your pocket. And every scroll is silently costing you marks.
Can you really afford to let your phone decide your UPSC rank?
Join the Digital Detox Workshop on 5th Oct | 2 PM Online and learn practical ways to study with focus, without getting trapped by your phone.
Register now: https://shorturl.at/ubGhU
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Only 8 months left for UPSC Prelims 2026, and CSAT can decide your success. Join the Live CSAT Webinar by Santosh sir and Himanshi ma'am this Sunday at 5 PM to learn the right strategy, avoid common mistakes, and get your doubts cleared directly by faculty. Register now and take a smart step towards cracking Prelims 2026.
Watch the video: https://youtu.be/0wLBNgBpexI
Watch the video: https://youtu.be/0wLBNgBpexI
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How to Prepare CSAT for UPSC Prelims 2026? LevelUp IAS
Register now for the FREE CSAT Strategy Session: https://shorturl.at/QBRsQ
With just eight months left for UPSC Prelims, it’s time to gear up for CSAT (GS Paper-2). In this live webinar, Himanshi Ma'am, CSAT Faculty and Santosh Sir, Mentor of AIR 3 will…
With just eight months left for UPSC Prelims, it’s time to gear up for CSAT (GS Paper-2). In this live webinar, Himanshi Ma'am, CSAT Faculty and Santosh Sir, Mentor of AIR 3 will…
Most aspirants don’t fail CSAT because it’s tough.
They fail because they start too late.
Join Himanshi Ma’am & Santosh Sir TODAY (5 PM) for a free online webinar and learn how to tackle CSAT the smart way.
Register here: https://shorturl.at/v2OcT
Why join this session?
✔️ Get a clear, step-by-step CSAT strategy for 2026
✔️ Understand the most common mistakes aspirants make
✔️ Learn smart practice methods and time management hacks
✔️ Interact live with the faculty and get your doubts solved
They fail because they start too late.
Join Himanshi Ma’am & Santosh Sir TODAY (5 PM) for a free online webinar and learn how to tackle CSAT the smart way.
Register here: https://shorturl.at/v2OcT
Why join this session?
✔️ Get a clear, step-by-step CSAT strategy for 2026
✔️ Understand the most common mistakes aspirants make
✔️ Learn smart practice methods and time management hacks
✔️ Interact live with the faculty and get your doubts solved
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What an interesting story...
Gandhiji and Savarkar direct debate took place in London and it was on the day of Dasara in 1909...!
Sharing that story as we recently celebrated Gandhi Jayanti and Dasara on the same day in 2025...!
https://youtu.be/H8ZXsN4LVd4
Gandhiji and Savarkar direct debate took place in London and it was on the day of Dasara in 1909...!
Sharing that story as we recently celebrated Gandhi Jayanti and Dasara on the same day in 2025...!
https://youtu.be/H8ZXsN4LVd4
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When Gandhi Met Savarkar for the 1st Time | Clash of Ideologies #dussehra
In this video, Nikhil sir revisits the legendary 1909 debate in London between Gandhi and Savarkar, held on Dussehra, where two contrasting visions for India’s freedom clashed. Through the lens of Ramayana and philosophy, they debated violence vs non-violence…
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