SASHINI MANIKANDAN

  Amrita for Life Project Essay   “When was the last time, we actually used an herbal cure to cure our illness?” The truth is, we have turned to chemical treatments which are more costly, not environment friendly and has side-effects on the human body. Ayurveda and Herbal treatments is a go-to solution for us-– cost effectively and treats more than one ailments. These herbal treatments are comparable to the divine hands of the almighty to help the common man. One such pair of divine hands is the Giloy (Guduchi) plant. It has various benefits, which are yet unknown to the masses. Studies have demonstrated that different parts of giloy plants are full of antioxidants and phytochemicals It is used in the treatment and curing of many diseases and known as panacea for all the diseases and disorders.  1.        Boosts immunity of the body purifies the blood and fights bacteria- Giloy boosts immunity. Combats liver diseases and urinary tract infection. Rejuvenates the body. 2.      

 CONTEMPORARY INDIA Written by- Sashini Manikandan, UAE   Going down the memory lane, looking back at the achievements of India, any Indian would feel proud. Being a torchbearer in various fields from ancient medicine to the latest technology, we Indians have always topped the table. Indians are spread all over the world, inspiring people and creating an impact. For the colossal number of achievements India has accumulated over the years, all credit is due to our forebears. We value honesty, and our lives are defined by the ideals of justice and loyalty. Come rain or hail, our Indian farmers toil hard day by day to feed the world. Nothing’s impossible for the huge population of dedicated and responsible Indians. India is the perfect embodiment of harmony in diversity. We always hold our heads up high with a sense of purpose. From rocketry, to biotechnology, Indian Education always ranks high. Our inexhaustible mine of natural resources has always been a source of pride for us. The