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The Syllabus of Life with Ravi Kapoor An Initiative by an Ex-IRS Officer to Teach What Schools and Colleges Fail to Teach 🎙 Host: @ravikapoorirs 🎧 Tune in now

  1. 26M AGO

    The Ruthless Sniper: Brig. SS Shekhawat on Headshots, 21 Para SF Combat Stories, Ops in Kashmir

    In this episode of "The Syllabus of Life", we have Brig. Saurabh Singh Shekhawat in conversation with IRS Ravi Kapoor.Brig. Saurabh Singh Shekhawat is one of the most decorated officers of the Indian Army, a Special Forces soldier and mountaineer, awarded the Kirti Chakra, Shaurya Chakra, Sena Medal, and Vishisht Seva Medal for counter-insurgency operations and high-risk missions across some of India’s most hostile terrains.In this episode, Brig. Saurabh Singh Shekhawat and IRS Ravi Kapoor discuss:• Total G*nfights Experienced During His Service • The Most Important Combat Experience of His Life • How Soldiers Gather Ground Intelligence in Operations • Types of Informants Used in Counter-Ins*rgency • Role of Infiltration and Moon Phases in Special Operations • Types of Weapons Used in Combat Operations • Primary and Secondary Specialisations in Para SF • Types of E*pl*sives Used in Special Forces Missions • Favourite W*apon and Detailed Discussion on Sn*perThis episode focuses on fear, discipline, decision-making under pressure, and how soldiers are trained to act when hesitation can cost lives.

    1h 3m

  2. 1D AGO

    Inside the Mind of Brig. SS Shekhawat: 21 Para SF, K*ll Count, Deadly Ops Experiences | Part 1

    In this episode of "The Syllabus of Life", we have Brig. Saurabh Singh Shekhawat in conversation with IRS Ravi Kapoor.Brig. Saurabh Singh Shekhawat is one of the most decorated officers of the Indian Army, a Special Forces soldier and mountaineer, awarded the Kirti Chakra, Shaurya Chakra, Sena Medal, and Vishisht Seva Medal for counter-insurgency operations and high-risk missions across some of India’s most hostile terrains.In this episode, Brig. Saurabh Singh Shekhawat and IRS Ravi Kapoor discuss:• Near-death moments faced during combat operations• The hardest operations in Kargil and Kupwara• The reality of close-quarter kill distances• What real combat feels like on the ground• Adrenaline without drugs or intoxication• Why Special Forces officers deliberately seek risk• Lessons drawn from Maharana Pratap and Shivaji Maharaj• Violence as a professional responsibility in warfare• Skydiving with a combat veteran as a test of fear and controlThis episode focuses on fear, discipline, decision-making under pressure, and how soldiers are trained to act when hesitation can cost lives.

    51 min

  3. 5D AGO

    7 Money Lessons I wish I knew in my 20s

    Money is not what you think it is.In this video, I break down the harsh, uncomfortable truths about money that most people never talk about. After years of observing how wealth, power, and systems actually work, I share why luck plays a bigger role than we admit, how money creates its own unfair advantages, and why the world often cares more about growth than how wealth is earned. This is not about motivation or “get rich quick” advice. It’s about understanding the real rules of the game, from finance systems and social status to why wealth protects you during crises and gives you options others simply don’t have.I also explain why controlling downside risk matters more than chasing extreme success, how background and structure influence financial outcomes, and what practical steps you can take to protect yourself in an unequal system.Watch till the end to understand how money works as the scorecard of the world and how you can position yourself with clarity instead of illusions.

    11 min

  4. JAN 23

    40 Years of Business Knowledge in 55 Minutes (Better than MBA) Ft. Sanjeev Bikhchandani

    In this episode of "The Syllabus of Life", we have Sanjeev Bikhchandani in conversation with IRS Ravi Kapoor.Sanjeev Bikhchandani, Padma Shri 2020 recipient, founded Info Edge India Ltd. in 1995, powering Naukri.com, India’s top job portal, alongside 99acres.com, Jeevansathi.com, and Shiksha.com. An IIM Ahmedabad alumnus and Ashoka University co-founder, he invested early in Zomato and Policybazaar, shaping India’s startup ecosystem.In this episode, they discuss:• The Real Litmus Test of an Entrepreneur• ⁠How to Validate Whether Your Startup Idea Will Actually Work• ⁠How to Raise Money from Investors • ⁠Marketing in the Social Media Era• ⁠India’s Position in the Global AI Race

    55 min

  5. JAN 7

    I Challenged Osho’s Teachings & This Might Change Your Perspective on Osho | Ft. Osho’s Brother

    In this episode of "The Syllabus of Life", we have Swami Shailendra Saraswati in conversation with IRS Ravi Kapoor.Swami Shailendra Saraswati is the younger brother of Osho Rajneesh and a contemporary Indian spiritual master and speaker, closely associated with Osho’s work and legacy. He is known for presenting meditation and spirituality in very simple, practical language for modern seekers.In this episode, Swami Shailendra Saraswati and IRS Ravi Kapoor discuss:• Osho on Love, Relationships, and Marriage • Osho’s Perspective on Instincts vs Human Morality • Osho’s Teachings and Their Conflict with Evolving Medical Science • Osho’s Philosophy on Death and Mortality • Osho on Parenting, Childhood, and Upbringing • Osho’s Views on Patriarchy and Gender Roles • Osho’s Perspective on Mahatma Gandhi

    1h 29m

  6. JAN 5

    Real Story of Dhurandhar EXPOSED, Major Mohit Sharma, Fake vs Real Ft Nand Kishore 21 Para SF Sniper

    In this episode of "The Syllabus of Life", we have Nand Kishore in conversation with IRS Ravi Kapoor.Havildar Nand Kishore is a sniper, scout, and commando trainer from India’s elite 21 PARA (SF), known as the “Invisible Warrior.He specializes in counter-insurgency ops in Northeast India, especially Manipur, eliminating high-value militants with precision shots under extreme conditions.In this episode, Nand Kishore and IRS Ravi Kapoor discuss:• Why People Judge the Indian Army Without Understanding Its Sacrifices• Why the ‘Dhurandhar’ Movie Is Not Based on True Events• What Are the Real Responsibilities of an Army Sniper?• How a Sniper Accurately Identifies a Target• Inside the Brutal and Precise Training of a Sniper• Key Factors a Sniper Must Consider Before Taking a Shot————-------------

    1h 47m

  7. 12/08/2025

    Inside Secrets of Corruption, WORST Problem with IAS Officers, Politician vs IAS Ft. IAS Alok Ranjan

    In this episode of The Syllabus of Life, IRS Ravi Kapoor is joined by Alok Ranjan, retired IAS officer and former Chief Secretary of Uttar Pradesh. With 38 years of administrative experience — including serving as Chief Adviser to the Chief Minister and Chairman of UPSIDC — he brings rare insight into governance, development, and the inner workings of India’s largest state. Together, they discuss: • Akhilesh Yadav’s development phase and policy style• Why Uttar Pradesh functions like “a country, not a state”• The real reasons industrial growth remained concentrated• How law-and-order impacts development in UP• Corruption, the posting mafia, and systemic challenges• Why the Yamuna and Ganga remain polluted despite massive projects• Noida vs Gurugram: what smart urban planning looks like A deep, candid conversation on governance, leadership, and the complexities of transforming a state as vast and diverse as Uttar Pradesh.

    1h 20m

  8. 12/07/2025

    Near Death Experiences, Untold Lessons of Spirituality, Wisdom of Vedas, Ayahuasca Maj Gen GD Bakshi

    In this episode of The Syllabus of Life, IRS Ravi Kapoor sits down with Major General G.D. Bakshi (Retd.) — a decorated Indian Army veteran, author, and one of India’s most recognisable national security voices. A 6 JAK Rifles officer who fought in the 1971 Bangladesh Liberation War and led key counter-insurgency operations in J&K, General Bakshi is known for his forthright commentary and deep interest in consciousness, ancient philosophy, and military strategy. In this conversation, they explore: • General Bakshi’s journey from personal loss to the Indian Army• Hinduism as an experiential science of consciousness• Soma, DMT, endorphins and the chemistry behind mystical states• The CIA’s Stargate project and remote-viewing experiments• How the Vedas, Fibonacci patterns and DNA connect to quantum science• Insights on astral projection and the holographic universe A rare blend of military history, philosophy, science and metaphysics — this episode promises a gripping and unconventional deep dive into the mind of one of India’s most provocative thinkers.

    1h 19m
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