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Many state-run banks have put a stop to loans for borrowers with doubtful repayment capacity, but pressure from top executives to boost disbursals have put bank branch officials in an unenviable position, two people aware of the matter said. from Hindustan Times - business https://ift.tt/2KBs1LZ

As many as 30,000-35,000 people are withdrawing their provident fund savings on an average working day in April, an indication of the hardship the working class is facing. from Hindustan Times - business https://ift.tt/2SbgW8z

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Kim’s absence has unleashed a series of unconfirmed media reports over his condition, which officials in Seoul previously poured cold water on. from Hindustan Times - world https://ift.tt/2S8GKlZ

The 24-hour US death toll was 2,494 late Saturday, and 1,258 on Friday evening -- the lowest in nearly three weeks -- as the government struggles to quell the virus. from Hindustan Times - world https://ift.tt/2VGnUoi

Also starting from May 4, people will be allowed to visit their relatives as long as they wear masks, while parks and public gardens will reopen and people will be able to go jogging or bike riding further than 200 metres from their homes, Conte said in a nationally televised speech. from Hindustan Times - world https://ift.tt/2Y6WLwl

While the ban will only last until farmers start harvesting in July, some other nearby nations have also restricted grain exports, threatening to reroute global trade and fueling worries about food shortages and higher prices. from Hindustan Times - world https://ift.tt/2y2FnhB

Interacting with overseas Indian students via video conferencing, the minister for MSME and Road Transport and Highways said, “All the world now, they have hatred for China. Is it possible for us to convert it into an opportunity for India.” from Hindustan Times - india https://ift.tt/2W2zU2m

Telangana Chief Minister held a high-level review meeting at Pragathi Bhavan on Sunday on the implementation of lockdown, measures taken to contain the spread of Covid-19 and other issues. from Hindustan Times - india https://ift.tt/359rbQa

An encounter broke out between security forces and militants after the ultras fired upon a patrolling party of the security forces at Guddar in the Devsar area of the south Kashmir district Sunday evening, a police official said. from Hindustan Times - india https://ift.tt/3cTjIYf

BRITONS could be forced to spend even more time away from loved ones after lockdown is lifted. from Daily Express :: News Feed https://ift.tt/2VDBqJe

KATE, the Duchess of Cambridge, has revealed the secret to teaching her children at home during the coronavirus lockdown, and it has surprised many royal fans. from Daily Express :: News Feed https://ift.tt/2SbpyvX

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North Korea is saying nothing so far about outside media reports that leader Kim Jong Un has potential health problems.              from USATODAY - World Top Stories https://ift.tt/357cywN

A PROFESSOR has issued a warning that 100,000 people could die from coronavirus if new lockdown exit measures include focussing solely on the elderly or vulnerable. from Daily Express :: News Feed https://ift.tt/2y10eC5

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In Spain, where the coronavirus crisis is also easing, the streets echoed again with children’s shrieks of joy and the clatter of bicycles after youngsters under 14 were allowed out of their homes with one parent for up to an hour of play. from Hindustan Times - world https://ift.tt/2SqqzRd

Kim -- a heavy smoker who has gained considerable weight since taking power in 2011 -- hasn’t appeared in state media for two weeks. from Hindustan Times - world https://ift.tt/3aEPyX7

With Britain recording its lowest daily death toll since March and lockdowns being partially lifted on the European continent, Prime Minister Boris Johnson is facing increasing pressure to explain how his administration will move the nation onto the next phase. from Hindustan Times - world https://ift.tt/2VZ8sTf

PRINCE HARRY would be welcomed back home by the Queen with great enthusiasm as the "prodigal" son, a royal insider has claimed. from Daily Express :: News Feed https://ift.tt/2y17fmo

AN NHS boss has warned that breaking the lockdown rules could lead to a second peak of coronavirus infections. from Daily Express :: News Feed https://ift.tt/2KDgBHK

So far, the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi), RBI and the government have not said anything about the crisis in the mutual funds industry. from Hindustan Times - business https://ift.tt/358uPtr

Fritz Pollard Alliance executive rails over lack of minority GMs and coaches as the 2020 NFL draft showcased overwhelmingly white decision-makers.             from USATODAY - News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3ePprQu