TOP 10 @ 4 pm

A day after Prime Minister Narendra Modi's address to the nation from the Red Fort's ramparts, the Congress on Sunday questioned him for not taking the name of China in his Independence Day speech in the wake of Chinese actions on the LAC and in the Galwan Valley in Ladakh. Meanwhile, a PIL seeking 'uniform grounds of divorce' for all citizens throughout India in a spirit of the Constitution and international conventions has been filed in the Supreme Court. These and more, know the top national stories at a glance.

1. Why no mention of China in Independence Day's speech, asks Congress

A day after Prime Minister Narendra Modi's address to the nation from the Red Fort's ramparts, the Congress on Sunday questioned him for not taking the name of China in his Independence Day speech in the wake of Chinese actions on the LAC and in the Galwan Valley in Ladakh.

2.Darknet misuse, advanced technologies for drug trafficking discussed in BRICS meet

The misuse of darknet and other advanced technologies for drug trafficking was discussed as one of the key focal areas during 4th meeting of BRICS Anti-Drug Working Group held last week.

3. PIL in SC seeks uniform grounds of divorce for all citizens

A PIL seeking 'uniform grounds of divorce' for all citizens throughout India in a spirit of the Constitution and international conventions has been filed in the Supreme Court.

4. Kerala: Homemaker Ancy Mathew grabs readers' attention with her unique narration style

An unassuming homemaker, Mappilapparambil Ancy Mathew, from Chaliyar Idivanna in Malappuram district of Kerala, is overwhelmed to see her book published at age of 62. Ancy, who had always shown interest in creative writing right from her childhood, finally got to see her work published only during the COVID times. She used to write poetry when she was in her 4th grade.

5.Indian-Americans not happy with Kamala Harris as Democrats' VP pick

Kamala Harris' selection as the Democratic vice-presidential candidate has evoked mixed reactions from the influential Indian-Americans, with a majority of them expressing unfavourable opinions about the Indian-American senator's track record and her stance towards India and the community.

6. In blow ahead of talks, Taliban refuses to recognise Afghan govt

In a big blow to the Afghan reconciliation process, the Taliban on Saturday said that it does not recognise the Ashraf Ghani government as a legitimate system ahead of the intra-Afghan talks.

7.Adani leads India Inc tributes to Dhoni, calls former Indian captain inspiration for millions

Billionaire Gautam Adani on Sunday said MS Dhoni inspired millions from small towns and humble homes to dream, as he led corporate India in paying glowing tributes to the World Cup-winning captain.

8.FinMin working on norms for salaries of retired central govt officials re-appointed on contract

The finance ministry is working on norms to regulate salary paid to retired central government employees re-appointed on contract and has proposed keeping nomination-based appointments at "bare minimum".

9.Ranveer Singh posts picture with his 'hero' Dhoni

Bollywood livewire actor Ranveer Singh has penned an emotional note for his 'hero' and former India captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni, who announced his retirement from international cricket.

10. Gautam Gambhir opens up about MS Dhoni's retirement

Former India opener Gautam Gambhir feels MS Dhoni's record of winning all three ICC trophies as captain will never be matched.