The interaction started when X user Muthukrishnan Dhandapani claimed in a detailed post that Gandhi had been his mutual fund investment client since the Congress-led UPA government came to power in 2013.Dandapani, whose resume X shows him as an AMFI-registered mutual fund dealer, said he had openly supported Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the BJP between 2014 and 2024, but claimed Gandhi and his staff never allowed political differences to affect their professional relationship.“This subject was never raised by Rahul or his office staff to me,” he wrote, adding that Gandhi “treated me with the utmost respect and never displayed any arrogance.”He also claimed that Gandhi had sought his professional advice in selecting key professionals some years ago.“This article was published to show how mainstream media and political party IT departments can make someone look completely inhumane,” Dandapani wrote.Replying to the post, Gandhi humorously replied: “Muthu ji, your political views are your own – but please speed up my return on investment. 😃”The response quickly attracted attention online. As of the filing of the report, Gandhi’s replies have been viewed more than 1.5 million times, liked more than 31,000 times, retweeted more than 5,600 times, and commented on more than 1,000 times.Dandapani later replied: “Very surprised by your response.”Some users praised the politeness and humor of the exchange.“I don’t vote for your party but this tweet made me laugh,” one user wrote. “Another commented: “Professionalism transcends politics. People are often more nuanced than what we see on screen.”However, some users questioned whether public disclosure of client relationships was professionally appropriate.“This kind of conversation is very rare in the new Indian political world, but I still think it’s unprofessional to share the client’s name first,” one user wrote.Others continued the humor, with one quipped: “Even Rahul relies on Modi supporters for his ‘hard-earned’ investments!”Why hantavirus isn’t the next coronavirus-like pandemic. Trump’s CDC gives major relief
in positive Hantavirus Update Sunday, authorities said passengers and crew disembarked from plane Hondius Cruise ships are being evacuated back to their home countries after encountering a deadly outbreak. They will be quarantined there to prevent further spread of the disease, according to state regulations. Passengers will be tested upon arrival and then taken to a local hospital or quarantine facility, or sent home to quarantine. Meanwhile, the World Health Organization (WHO) recommended that all passengers on board the ship be quarantined for 42 days from Sunday.
However, the CDC and WHO have been forced to address concerns about another coronavirus-like pandemic. Jay Bhattacharya, acting director of the Centers for Disease Control, explained in an interview with CNN’s Jake Tapper why the outbreak at MV Hondius shouldn’t worry locals.
Why hantaviruses won’t become a coronavirus-like pandemic
“This is not COVID, Jack, and we don’t want to treat it like COVID,” Bhattacharya told Tapper on Sunday. The 17 American passengers are expected to return to U.S. soil in the coming days after disembarking from the MV Hondius in Tenerife.
Authorities said the Americans will be sent to the Nebraska State Quarantine Facility for medical evaluation and monitoring. Officials stressed that the operation is being conducted under strict containment protocols and no public interaction is expected during the transfer.
There were 147 passengers on board.
Bhattacharya repeatedly stressed that the current outbreak was not similar to the early stages of COVID-19 and said existing hantavirus containment procedures had proven effective in past incidents.
“We don’t want to cause public panic. We want to treat it with hantavirus protocols, and we have successfully controlled outbreaks in the past. So we follow those protocols,” he noted.
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“This health alert is being issued because these 17 individuals arrived in the United States very quickly. So we just want to make sure the medical community is aware of this.”
“The key message I want to convey to our viewers is that this is not COVID-19. This is not causing [that] Some kind of explosion. “
Officials explain why transmission risk remains low
Bhattacharya said hantaviruses remain difficult to spread from person to person, especially when infected people are asymptomatic.
“Risk in this case does not mean risk of death…if they have been in close contact with someone who has symptoms, then the risk is high risk,” he explained.
“If they have not been in close contact with someone who has symptoms, then we will consider them to be low risk. If they have been in close contact, we will consider them to be medium risk or high risk.”
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The acting CDC director also noted that seven Americans who returned home from the ship weeks ago were not showing symptoms and therefore did not pose a transmission threat.
“If they are asymptomatic, they are not at risk of infecting others,” he said.
“This is not coronavirus”
The virus is usually spread by rodents, but can also spread from person to person in rare cases of close contact. Health officials in Johannesburg first identified the virus on May 2 while treating a British man who fell ill and was admitted to intensive care, 21 days after another passenger died.
World Health Organization officials said on Sunday that the man’s health had improved.
The World Health Organization said the first passenger to die on the ship may have been infected before boarding the ship, possibly while traveling in Argentina and Chile.
According to the World Health Organization on Friday, eight people have become ill on the ship, six of whom have been confirmed to have the virus. Three people died – a Dutch couple and a German national.
Four of them remain hospitalized in South Africa, the Netherlands and Switzerland. A team of medical experts airborne by the British military are treating a suspected case on the remote island of Tristan da Cunha, a British overseas territory.
(With information from Reuters)
Work from home, postpone overseas travel, take the metro: Nine suggestions from PM Modi to mitigate the impact of the global crisis
NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday urged citizens to adopt widespread lifestyle and consumption changes as part of the country’s efforts to save foreign currency and reduce the economic impact of the current West Asian conflict and global energy crisis. These include reducing fuel use, prioritizing public transport and postponing overseas travel. Addressing a public event in Secunderabad, Prime Minister Modi said rising global energy prices and supply chain disruptions required citizens to adopt a “collective restraint” and “duty first” attitude.“But friends, when supply chains continue to be in crisis, no matter what measures we take, the difficulties will only get worse. So now we must fight together and put the country and Mother India first. We must remember that patriotism is more than just dying for your country. Living for the country and fulfilling obligations to the country are also patriotism. ” Here are nine suggestions from Prime Minister Modi:
Save on gasoline and diesel
Prime Minister Narendra Modi called for immediate curbs on fuel consumption, stressing the need to reduce dependence on imported energy.“In this moment of global crisis, we must take a resolution to keep our responsibility first and fulfill it wholeheartedly. A big resolution is to use petrol and diesel sparingly. We must limit the use of petrol and diesel,” he said.
Take the subway
Prime Minister Modi urged citizens in urban areas to prioritize public transport systems such as metro networks to reduce fuel usage. He encouraged behavioral changes in cities with metro connections towards shared and efficient travel options. “In cities with subway lines, we should decide to travel only by subway,” he said.
Carpool
Prime Minister Modi also suggested carpooling as a practical way to reduce fuel consumption when a private car is required.He emphasized that shared travel can significantly reduce fuel demand pressure. “If we have to use cars, then we should try ride-sharing,” Prime Minister Modi urged.
Use electric cars
Prime Minister Modi highlighted cleaner transportation alternatives, urging citizens who own electric vehicles to maximize their use.He said the adoption of electric vehicles should be encouraged as part of wider efforts to reduce reliance on fossil fuels. PM Modi demanded: “People who own electric vehicles should use them as much as possible.”
home work
Recalling the pandemic-era practices, Prime Minister Modi urged institutions and citizens to resume work-from-home arrangements wherever possible.He said the remote working system helps reduce travel, fuel consumption and overall economic stress. “During the epidemic, we developed many systems for working from home, online meetings, and video conferencing, and we have even become accustomed to them. Today, the call of the times is that if we reboot these systems, it will be in the national interest. We must again prioritize working from home, online meetings and virtual meetings,” he said.
online meeting
Prime Minister Modi also promoted the use of online meetings and digital coordination tools to reduce physical travel.Such systems were widely used during the Covid-19 pandemic and remain relevant during the current global crisis, he said.
videoconference
Prime Minister Modi emphasized the continued importance of video conferencing for official and professional communication.He said digital platforms could help maintain productivity while reducing transportation and fuel needs.
Save foreign exchange
Prime Minister Modi linked household consumption to the country’s economic stability, urging citizens to reduce imports and conserve foreign exchange.“We must also give high priority to saving foreign exchange as petrol and diesel have become so expensive globally… It is our responsibility to save the foreign exchange spent on buying petrol and diesel. ” Prime Minister Modi also directly called for curbs on discretionary spending on gold, saying it was adding pressure on foreign exchange reserves.“Buying gold is another area where foreign exchange is widely used. For the sake of the national interest, we must resolve not to buy gold for a year,” he said. He pointed to edible oils and fertilizers as key areas where reduced consumption could strengthen the economy.“If every household reduces the use of cooking oil, it will be a huge contribution to patriotism,” Prime Minister Modi urged.
postpone overseas travel
Prime Minister Narendra Modi urged citizens, especially the middle class, to postpone non-essential travel abroad, including tourism and overseas weddings.He said such travel patterns put additional pressure on foreign exchange reserves at a time of global uncertainty.“The culture of overseas weddings, overseas travel and overseas vacations is increasingly popular among the middle class. We have to decide that in this time of crisis we should postpone travel abroad for at least a year,” he said. The U.S.-Iran war has already impacted India, with rising oil prices, limited crude cargo arrivals and heightened volatility in global energy markets as tensions around the Strait of Hormuz disrupt one of the world’s most important shipping lanes.The Strait of Hormuz is an important sea lane through which a large portion of India’s crude oil imports flow. It remains a key pressure point in the conflict, with disruptions pushing up freight costs, insurance premiums and global benchmark crude prices.
Two Indians safe after hantavirus scare on cruise ship near Spain
Passengers of the hantavirus-infected cruise ship MV Hondius after arriving at the port of Granadilla, Tenerife, Canary Islands, Spain
New Delhi: The two Indian crew members on board the Dutch-flagged cruise ship MV Hondius are healthy and asymptomatic after the ship anchored off Spain’s Canary Islands amid a hantavirus scare, the Indian Embassy in Madrid said on Sunday.The ship arrived in Spain with about 150 people on board, and the International Center for Health Monitoring said there was an outbreak of hantavirus on board. Passengers were allowed to disembark following protocols set by the World Health Organization and Spanish authorities.According to the embassy, the two Indians who were crew members on the ship have now been evacuated to the Netherlands where they will undergo quarantine and health monitoring in line with safety protocols.“The two Indian citizens are in good health and asymptomatic,” the embassy said in a statement on May 10.The embassy added that Indian authorities are in close contact with Spanish officials and are regularly monitoring the situation to ensure the well-being and safety of Indian nationals.The development comes amid heightened global concern over hantavirus infections, with previous reports linked to the cruise ship triggering precautionary measures from European health agencies.Hantavirus is a rodent-borne viral disease that can in rare cases cause severe respiratory illness.However, experts say there is no immediate public health problem in India.
Deepak Chahar bowls out RCB early, Virat Kohli dismissed for second consecutive game
Virat Kohli Golden Ducks suffer yet another rare batting failure in IPL 2026 mumbai indians Royal Challengers Bangalore take on Raipur in a chase on Sunday.The former RCB captain lasted just one ball before being dismissed by Deepak Chahar, who gave Mumbai a huge breakthrough immediately after the break.
Kohli tried to toss the ball high at mid-on but failed to catch it as the ball bounced slightly higher than expected. The ball hit the bat high and flew towards Raj Bawa, who lunged forward to take a sharp catch.The ejection marked Kohli’s second consecutive defeat in the tournament. In RCB’s previous match against Lucknow Supergiants, Kohli was cleared for a two-ball duck by Prince Yadav.This is also the second time in a row that Kohli has registered ducks in consecutive innings in his IPL career. The first time was in the 2022 season against LSG and Sunrisers Hyderabad.Mumbai’s breakthrough further added to Kohli’s unpopular record against MI.Virat Kohli’s most ducks against IPL opponents3 vs Mumbai Indians3 vs Sunrisers Hyderabad2 vs Lucknow SupergiantsChahal continued his fine form and struck again in the third over, removing Devdutt Padikkar soon after Kohli’s dismissal, putting RCB under pressure in the early stages of the chase.Earlier in the evening, Mumbai Indians recovered from a disastrous start to post 166/7 after being asked to bat first on a difficult Raipur surface. Bhuvneshwar Kumar Starred in an old-fashioned new-ball spell that dismissed Ryan Rickton, Rohit Sharma and Suryakumar Yadav On the power play, MI’s odds are 28/3.But Tilak Varma bounced back brilliantly with 57 off 42 balls while Naman Dhir contributed an important 47. Mumbai ended up with what appeared to be a competitive total on a pitch that provided uneven bounce and help to the seamers.
Indian-American Tina Shah sparks controversy after calling herself ‘the only pro-Israel Democrat’ in viral video
The club has reignited debate within the Progressive Party over the war in Gaza and ongoing Middle East tensions, including the conflict with Iran.Tina Shah is a physician who served as a White House adviser during the Obama administration. She is running in the Democratic primary for New Jersey’s 7th Congressional District. In the April 26 recording, she stated that she was a “pro-Israel candidate” and supported “unconditional aid” to Israel, adding that she was the “only candidate who unconditionally supports Israel” in the race for New Jersey’s 7th Congressional District.The audio clip went viral on social media platforms such as X and TikTok, prompting strong reactions from progressive activists and pro-Israel Democrats and deepening divisions within the party over foreign policy. Meanwhile, the Gaza Health Ministry estimates that 70,000-75,000 Palestinians have been killed since Hamas attacked Israel on October 7, 2023.The Shah’s comments come as the Israel-Gaza conflict continues to spark political debate in Washington, amid rising tensions between Israel and Iran. The war in Gaza has drawn international attention to civilian casualties and humanitarian conditions.The issue has become a key fault line within the Democratic Party. Progressive lawmakers such as Bernie Sanders and Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez have criticized U.S. military aid to Israel and pushed for stronger protections for civilians in Gaza. Sanders has called for restrictions on arms transfers, while Ocasio-Cortez has supported efforts such as the Stop the Bomb Act.Meanwhile, other Democrats have maintained strong support for Israel. John Fetterman has defended continued military aid and opposed an immediate ceasefire, while Senate Democratic leader Chuck Schumer has backed Israel while calling for increased humanitarian aid.PM Modi attends ‘Art of Living’ event in Bengaluru; Dhyan Mandir inaugurated, launches National Service Scheme
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday visited the Art of Living Foundation International Center in Bengaluru to mark the 45th anniversary of the organization and attend a commemorative event.During the visit, Prime Minister Modi The Dhyan Mandir was inaugurated and is described as a large meditation space designed to host collective meditation and spiritual practices. He also launched a series of national service initiatives focusing on education, environment, health, rural development and youth empowerment.Speaking at the event, Prime Minister Modi said, “Today, a sacred and powerful meditation temple has been inaugurated. When the determination is clear and work is carried out in the spirit of service, all efforts bear fruit.”He added that Dhyan Mandir will be a place of peace for generations to come and expressed confidence that it will serve as a center for meditation and reflection.In his speech, he described spiritual well-being as an important part of nation-building and said initiatives to promote yoga, meditation and mental health help build a stronger society. Prime Minister Modi also highlighted the role of youth in India’s development and pointed to the country’s progress in technology, start-ups and space exploration.“A developed India will be built by peaceful, socially responsible and socially sensitive youth. Mental health, mental health, yoga and meditation play a very important role in this journey,” he said. He also stressed the importance of public participation in governance and said society plays a vital role in the success of any government.In his speech, spiritual leader Ravi Shankar welcomed Prime Minister Modi and spoke of India’s recent progress and rising global standing. He said that in recent years, China’s confidence and development have undergone a transformation.The Art of Living Foundation announced a range of expansion plans during the event, including environmental initiatives, rural development projects, digital literacy campaigns, prison reform efforts and women’s empowerment programs. The initiatives aim to reach communities across India through education, health services and skills development, the organization said.As part of the organization’s anniversary celebrations, the event was attended by various dignitaries, including Union Ministers, Governors and public representatives, as well as participants from several countries.Founded in 1981, the Art of Living Foundation develops programs focusing on meditation, stress relief, education and social service activities in more than 180 countries.
Indian man, family’s sole breadwinner, dies of heart attack in Florida: ‘Working tirelessly for a better life in America’
Sunil Kumar Gundrai worked for Capgemini in Tampa and died last week. According to a GoFundMe page started by the NATS Helpline, his death was unexpected and left his family facing emotional and financial hardship.“It is with deep sadness and a heavy heart that NATS Helpline shares the news of the tragic passing of Sunil Kumar Gundrai, a loving husband, devoted father and dedicated professional at Capgemini in Tampa, Florida. Sunil tragically passed away from a sudden heart attack late at night on May 7, 2026, leaving behind a grieving family and two young children whose world was forever changed.“Originally from Gadwal in Telangana, Gundraj came from a modest background where education and hard work were valued. The fundraiser describes how he was inspired by his father, a public school teacher, and determined to build a stable future in America.“Sunil came from a humble beginning in Gadwal, Telangana, where education and hard work were highly valued. Inspired by his father, a public school teacher, Sunil worked tirelessly to create a better life for his family in the United States. Every sacrifice he made was motivated by a dream – to provide the best future and education for his children.”The page noted that Gondre was the only earning member of the family, and his sudden death left his family struggling to cope while away from relatives and support systems.“As the only earning member of the family, Sunil’s unexpected death left his wife and children facing tremendous emotional and financial hardship, away from their extended family and support system.”A fundraising campaign has been launched to help the family with immediate and long-term needs, including living expenses, funeral expenses and the education of their children.Funds raised through this event will help provide: Immediate living and emergency expenses, Funeral and related arrangements, family and daily household needs, Long-term educational support for his two young children – realizing Sunil’s most cherished dream.Organizers are appealing for public support and say even small donations can make a difference.“No donation is too small. Every donation, every share and every prayer can make a meaningful impact and help this family regain stability and hope amid an unimaginable tragedy.”As of Sunday, the fundraiser had raised $64,553 of its $200,000 goal, with 789 donations received so far.Himanta Biswa Sarma officially appointed as Assam Chief Minister; swearing-in ceremony on May 12
Guwahati, May 10 (ANI): Bharatiya Janata Party leader Himanta Biswa Sarma met Assam Governor Lakshman Prasad Acharya at Lok Bhavan in Guwahati on Sunday demanding the formation of a new government. Union Minister Nadda, Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini, Assam People’s Party Chairman Dilip Sakya, AGP Chairman Atul Bora and other leaders of the National Democratic Alliance were also present. (Arnie photo)
New Delhi: Dr. Himanta Biswa Sarma Assam Governor Lakshman Prasad Acharya has been officially appointed as the Chief Minister of Assam under Article 164(1) of the Constitution, paving the way for the formation of the next Bharatiya Janata Party-led government in the state.According to an official notification issued by the Assam Parliamentary Affairs Department, Sarma will be sworn in as the Chief Minister on Tuesday, May 12, at 11.40 am at the Veterinary College at Kanapala, Guwahati.“In exercise of the powers vested in him under Article 164(1) of the Constitution of India, the Governor of Assam is pleased to appoint Dr. Himanta Biswa Sarma as the Chief Minister of Assam,” the notification said.The order was issued from Dispur on May 10 and signed by Assam Chief Secretary Ravi Kota.The oath-taking ceremony is expected to formally mark the beginning of the new government in the northeastern state, following the electoral success of the BJP-led alliance.Earlier in the day, Sarma claimed to form the next government after meeting with the governor.The Ministry of Parliamentary Affairs subsequently circulated a formal notification confirming his appointment.Sarma, one of the BJP’s most prominent leaders in the northeast, will continue as chief minister after leading the state.
Indian-origin man Jaskaran Saroye arrested after shooting in Canada linked to extortion violence
A 27-year-old Punjabi man has been arrested and charged after a shooting in Surrey, Canada, that police say is linked to ongoing extortion-related violence in the area.The defendant, identified as Jaskaran Saroye, was detained by the Surrey Police Racketeer Response Team following the execution of a search warrant at a residential property in the city.According to police, the incident occurred around 3 a.m. on April 13 at the intersection of Avenue 94A and 127th Street, when shots were fired into an occupied home. The house was damaged but no one was injured.Surrey Police said in a statement that investigators discovered a suspicious vehicle, which led to further investigation and ultimately a court-approved search warrant. The arrest was made with the assistance of the Lower Mainland Regional Emergency Response Team and other SPS units.Saroye is accused of firing a weapon into a location with knowledge or disregard of the presence of others. He remains in custody and a bond hearing is scheduled.Surrey Police Chief Noam Lipinski called the incident very serious and warned of the dangers posed by such attacks.Lipinski called the shooting an “extremely serious crime” and said shootings into occupied homes pose a significant threat to public safety.Police also publicly released Saroye’s photo, saying it could help identify others linked to an alleged extortion network in the area. Surrey has seen an increase in extortion-related violence in recent years, with members of the South Asian community, especially those of Indian origin, often targeted, Panorama India reported.
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