India
FIFA's Golden Boot award
The Golden Shoe (also known as the Golden Boot) was first awarded in 1930 to the top goal scorer of the tournament.
In Pics: Life is good at Cannes
From preening, flashing smiles, exchanging pleasantries to doing the tango. The celebs are having a ball in Cannes.
Mumbai ready to tackle monsoon woes
The Maharashtra government is gearing up for the monsoons. The government has come out with a disaster management plan.
PM hopeful despite separatist boycott
Manmohan Singh says India is ''committed'' to living in harmony with Pakistan and to resolving the issue of Kashmir.
No threat from Marandi: Arjun Munda
Jharkand Chief Minister Arjun Munda claims the NDA government in the state will complete its full term.
Nine arrested in UK terror sweep
Nine people were taken into custody by police in the UK following a massive nationwide anti-terror operation.
Geelani under house arrest
Hurriyat hardline faction Chairman Syed Ali Shah Geelani was placed under house arrest on Wednesday.
Delhi: Docs continue stir, thwart interviews
The medicos' strike against the government's reservation proposal entered the 13th day on Wednesday.
Iran seeks direct talks over N-issue
Iran’s President arrived in Washington on Tuesday for talks with Condoleezza Rice over its nuclear programme.
Sweden
Rich in footballing tradition, Sweden were the semi-finalists at the 1938 and 1994 finals.
US says no, Pak woos China for N-ties
Pakistan is working to boost nuclear cooperation with long-time ally China to improve technology for power generation.
Kajol's smooth sailing back to B'wood
Kajol says there was nothing different or difficult about facing the camera after nearly five years.
Haniyeh asks Israel to withdraw borders
Palestinian Prime Minister Ismail Haniyeh offers ceasefire if Israel withdraws from West Bank and Gaza strip.
Life After Boards: Post your queries
Didn't score well in the boards? Or confused about which course to pursue? You can post your queries here and our counsellors will answer them.
Militant attack in Srinagar: 25 injured
Militants carried out a series of grenade attacks, which left 25 people injured, including 10 security personnel in Srinagar on Monday.
Saddam's lawyer thrown out, again
A female attorney representing former Iraqi president Saddam Hussein in his crimes against humanity trial was thrown out of the courtroom.