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Alexander the Great's invasion of the Indian subcontinent marked a significant historical event. Although his campaign was brief, it introduced Greek influence to the region and influenced subsequent interactions between India and the West.

• Ambhi, King of Taxila, surrendered to Alexander the Great.
• The Battle of the Hydaspes River was fought.

Following Alexander the Great's conquests, the Seleucid Empire established control over northwestern India. This period witnessed cultural exchanges between Indian and Hellenistic civilizations.

• Emperor Ashoka took over the Maurya Empire.

• The Battle of Kalinga was fought.
• After this battle, Emperor Ashoka embraced Buddhism.

• The Satavahana Empire was established.

The Shunga Dynasty, founded by Pushyamitra Shunga, succeeded the Maurya Empire. It played a significant role in reviving Hinduism and traditional Indian culture after the decline of Buddhism under the later Mauryas.

• The Maurya Empire collapsed with the assassination of Emperor Brihadrata.
• The Sunga dynasty was established.

• The Indo-Scythian kingdom was established.

• The Kushan Empire was established by Kujula Kadphises.

• The Gupta Empire was established by Sri-Gupta.

The Vakataka Empire, established by King Vindhyashakti, rose to prominence in central and southern India. It played a significant role in shaping regional politics and culture during the post-Gupta period.

• Samudragupta took over the Gupta Empire and started expanding it.

• Chandragupta II took over the Gupta Empire.