The Central government has allocated ₹25 crore for the development of Nagarjuna Sagar in Andhra Pradesh under the Swadesh Darshan 2.0 scheme, aiming to enhance the Buddhist heritage and tourism infrastructure. The project includes the creation of Buddhist-themed gardens, bio-toilets, CCTV cameras, a tourism website, and training workshops, overseen by the APTDC and scheduled for completion within a year. Narasaraopet MP Lavu Sri Krishna Devarayalu and Macharla MLA Julakanti Brahma Reddy have welcomed the initiative, emphasizing its potential to boost tourism in the region.
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Shehbaz wants Trump to arrange talks with India
Summary Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif has called for US-brokered "comprehensive dialogue" between India and Pakistan, praising former President Trump for his role in de-escalating a recent military clash linked to the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack. This sentiment was echoed by Bilawal Bhutto Zardari, who suggested that US mediation could help sustain the ceasefire and facilitate broader discussions. However, India's rejection of US involvement and concerns over Pakistan's commitment to addressing cross-border terrorism raise questions...
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