Charu Vashishtha Gulati, born in Belfast, UK, and raised in Roorkee, India, holds degrees from IIT Roorkee and IIM Indore. With a career spanning Tata Consultancy, American Express, and Royal Bank of Scotland, she currently serves as Chief Manager, Information Technology, at Max Life Insurance. Beyond her corporate role, Charu is an accomplished author with bestsellers like “The Lady in the Mirror” and “You are mine”. She’s an avid reader, blogger, and TEDx speaker, recognized for her public speaking prowess through Toastmasters. Charu’s accolades include winning the 2nd place in the NUHA Global Blogging Competition and receiving the “Iconic Woman Award” at the Women Economic Forum, New Delhi, in 2022. Her stories have also been featured on AIR Delhi Rajdhani and Gurgaon Community Radio Stations.
The Significance of Makar Sankranti in Indian Culture
Makar Sankranti, one of India’s most cherished festivals, signifies a profound transition—both in nature and within the self. Celebrated annually on January 14 (approximately), it marks the Sun’s entry into Capricorn (Makara) and the beginning of Uttarayana, the Sun’s...
