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Public sector banks have sanctioned loans worth Rs 5.95 lakh crore in the last two months to various sectors, including MSME, agriculture and corporate, hit hard by COVID-19-induced nationwide lockdown. Meanwhile, Prime Minister Narendra Modi is all set to address the nation at 8 PM today, as the country awaits an exit strategy from the nationwide lockdown. Get to know the top national stories of the hour.

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Published : May 12, 2020, 3:49 PM IST

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1. Public sector banks sanction loans worth 6 lakh cr in two months

Public sector banks (PSBs) have sanctioned loans worth Rs 5.95 lakh crore in the last two months to various sectors, including MSME, agriculture and corporate, hit hard by COVID-19-induced nationwide lockdown.

2. PM Modi to address nation at 8 PM as 'lockdown dilemma' continues

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is all set to address the nation at 8 PM today, as the country awaits an exit strategy from the coronavirus-induced nationwide lockdown.

3. Instances of cloned ATM cards in Delhi; affected customers to get refund: SBI

State Bank of India (SBI) on Tuesday said instances of use of cloned ATM cards have been reported from the national capital and refund will be processed for the affected customers.

4. Former Chhattisgarh CM Ajit Jogi very critical, doctors start 'audio therapy'

Former Chhattisgarh chief minister Ajit Jogi, 74, was admitted in a private hospital following a cardiac arrest. According to doctors, his condition remains critical and the medical team has started 'audio therapy'.

5. Cygnus cargo freighter released from International Space Station

Cygnus cargo craft built by Northrup Grumman, global aerospace and defense technology company has departed from the International Space Station after delivering several tons of supplies and scientific experiments. NASA's Station commander Christopher Cassidy monitored Cygnus' systems as it moved away from the orbiting laboratory.

6. Chinese choppers spotted near Ladakh LAC prompt alert, IAF fighters rushed in

In what appears to be a multi-front deliberate ploy by China to keep India on its toes the Indian Air Force was forced to rush its fighter jet patrols in Ladakh after Chinese military choppers were found to be flying close to the Line of Actual Control. This incident happened last week, around the same time the PLA troops and Indian army forces came to blows in the upper reaches of North Sikkim.

7. Shath Shath Naman: A glowing tribute to COVID warriors

Watch 'Shath Shath Naman', a glowing tribute to India's frontline warriors involved in the fight against COVID-19. The lyrics are written by celebrated lyricist, Prasoon Joshi and the soulful rendition is done by S.P Balasubrahmanyam, commonly referred to as S.P.B.

8. WATCH: Mike Tyson hints at comeback in training video

Former world heavyweight champion Mike Tyson has hinted towards a possible return to the boxing ring as he posted a cryptic message saying 'I'm back' on his social media account.

9. First time in 93 years, Oscars to get delayed by four months

With lack of releases amid the coronavirus pandemic, there are plans to postpone the Academy Awards ceremony next year by four months, for the first time in 93 years.

10. Tere Bina song out! Salman encases heart touching love story with Jacqueline

Salman Khan and Jacqueline Fernandez have united to tell a heart touching love story with their latest single Tere Bina. The just-released song has a painful interlude but ends on a bright happy note.

Last Updated : May 12, 2020, 4:00 PM IST

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