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The Delicious Dessert India Forgot

The Delicious Dessert India Forgot

Rediff.com6 Mar 2026

Cook up one of the most elegant desserts of France at home -- it's a cinch to make.

Heartbroken Djokovic lauds young Alcaraz in epic AO 2026 final

Heartbroken Djokovic lauds young Alcaraz in epic AO 2026 final

Rediff.com1 Feb 2026

Novak Djokovic went down fighting 2-6, 6-2, 6-3, 7-5 to Alcaraz, who bagged his first Melbourne Park title and became the youngest man to win all four majors.

Alcaraz eyes Calendar-year Slam

Alcaraz eyes Calendar-year Slam

Rediff.com2 Feb 2026

Carlos Alcaraz says winning all four Grand Slams at 22 has only fuelled his hunger, but the world No. 1 insists he won't chase a calendar Slam, choosing instead to take the majors one at a time.

AO 2026: Alcaraz stuns Djokovic to win first Australian Open

AO 2026: Alcaraz stuns Djokovic to win first Australian Open

Rediff.com1 Feb 2026

Carlos Alcaraz played dream-wrecker to Novak Djokovic again as he floored the record-chasing Serb 2-6, 6-2, 6-3, 7-5 for a first Australian Open title and became the youngest man to win all four majors.

Virtually one-legged, Alcaraz trumps Zverev in AO epic

Virtually one-legged, Alcaraz trumps Zverev in AO epic

Rediff.com30 Jan 2026

Carlos Alcaraz battled a leg issue and survived a five-hour, 27-minute thriller against Alexander Zverev to reach his first Australian Open final and keep his career Grand Slam dream alive.

PIX: Alcaraz glides past Paul into Aus Open quarters

PIX: Alcaraz glides past Paul into Aus Open quarters

Rediff.com25 Jan 2026

Carlos Alcaraz powered into his third successive Australian Open quarter-final, beating Tommy Paul in straight sets in a match interrupted by a medical emergency.

'Bulls**t': Zverev livid over Alcaraz cramp timeout drama

'Bulls**t': Zverev livid over Alcaraz cramp timeout drama

Rediff.com30 Jan 2026

Alexander Zverev fumes after Carlos Alcaraz takes a medical timeout for cramps during their Australian Open semi-final, questioning rules and alleged preferential treatment.

The Secret Agent Review: Gripping Political Thriller

The Secret Agent Review: Gripping Political Thriller

Rediff.com27 Feb 2026

Though it revisits a terrifying period of Brazilian history, The Secret Agent just skims over the surface of the darkness, not losing its pace, colour, music and a sense of optimism, observes Deepa Gahlot.

AO 2026: Youngest ever! Alcaraz completes Slam set at 22

AO 2026: Youngest ever! Alcaraz completes Slam set at 22

Rediff.com1 Feb 2026

Factbox on Carlos Alcaraz, who beat Serbian fourth seed Novak Djokovic to win his first Australian Open title on Sunday, increasing his overall Grand Slam tally to seven.

14 Gorgeous Places For Lovers

14 Gorgeous Places For Lovers

Rediff.com13 Feb 2026

Look for love in the right places!

Winter Olympics! IOC disqualifies Ukraine skeleton star over helmet

Winter Olympics! IOC disqualifies Ukraine skeleton star over helmet

Rediff.com12 Feb 2026

Ukrainian skeleton racer Vladyslav Heraskevych was disqualified from the Milano Cortina Winter Games for wearing a helmet depicting Ukrainian athletes killed in the war with Russia. The IOC offered alternative ways to honor the athletes, but Heraskevych's team plans to appeal the decision.

Explained: What athletes can and cannot say at the Olympics

Explained: What athletes can and cannot say at the Olympics

Rediff.com12 Feb 2026

The ejection of Ukrainian skeleton racer Vladyslav Heraskevych from the Winter Games over his "helmet of remembrance" has put the spotlight on rules over where athletes are not allowed to express themselves on political matters at the Olympics.

How Alcaraz weathered Hanfmann barrage to advance in Melbourne

How Alcaraz weathered Hanfmann barrage to advance in Melbourne

Rediff.com21 Jan 2026

Alcaraz proves too strong after early Hanfmann scare in their 2nd round match at the Australian Open in Melbourne on Wednesday.

'Crazy rule': Tech ban sparks player backlash at Australian Open 2026

'Crazy rule': Tech ban sparks player backlash at Australian Open 2026

Rediff.com27 Jan 2026

Aryna Sabalenka said the Australian Open should reconsider its policy on banning wrist-worn fitness trackers after several players were told to remove the devices before coming onto court.

Djokovic-Alcaraz face-off as history beckons at Aus Open final!!

Djokovic-Alcaraz face-off as history beckons at Aus Open final!!

Rediff.com31 Jan 2026

Novak Djokovic and Carlos Alcaraz clash in the Australian Open final with history on the line as Djokovic chases a record 25th Slam and Alcaraz eyes a career Grand Slam.

Alcaraz, Sabalenka get top billing at Australian Open

Alcaraz, Sabalenka get top billing at Australian Open

Rediff.com14 Jan 2026

The opening Grand Slam of the year begins at Melbourne Park on Sunday.

38 and still hungry: Djokovic refuses to quit after AO heartbreak

38 and still hungry: Djokovic refuses to quit after AO heartbreak

Rediff.com1 Feb 2026

Novak Djokovic took encouragement from his run to the Australian Open final and pledged to keep fighting at the Grand Slams after Carlos Alcaraz again denied his bid for a record 25th major title.

Anti-ICE Protests In US Cities

Anti-ICE Protests In US Cities

Rediff.com31 Jan 2026

Glimpses of nationwide protests in US cities, January 30, 2026, against the US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and US President Donald Trump's immigration policies following the fatal shootings of Renee Nicole Good and Alex Pretti by US federal immigration agents.

Champions League: Bodo/Glimt stun Inter Milan; Newcastle rout Qarabag

Champions League: Bodo/Glimt stun Inter Milan; Newcastle rout Qarabag

Rediff.com19 Feb 2026

Bodo/Glimt secured an upset 3-1 victory over Serie A leaders Inter Milan in the first leg of their Champions League playoff on Wednesday.

Djokovic Thanks Doubters For Motivation After Epic Win Over Sinner

Djokovic Thanks Doubters For Motivation After Epic Win Over Sinner

Rediff.com30 Jan 2026

Novak Djokovic said he had always believed he could still play at the top level of tennis and rounded on those who had tried to usher him into retirement after beating Jannik Sinner in the semifinals of the Australian Open on Friday.

Alcaraz begins career Grand Slam bid in grand fashion

Alcaraz begins career Grand Slam bid in grand fashion

Rediff.com18 Jan 2026

Alcaraz swats aside Walton as career Grand Slam bid begins in Melbourne

Australian Open: Djokovic sees off Sinner, sets up Alcaraz title showdown

Australian Open: Djokovic sees off Sinner, sets up Alcaraz title showdown

Rediff.com30 Jan 2026

Vintage Djokovic dethrones Sinner to set up Alcaraz final at Australian Open

Alcaraz left spellbound by Federer's golf swing

Alcaraz left spellbound by Federer's golf swing

Rediff.com21 Jan 2026

'It's as beautiful as his tennis', Carlos Alcaraz reveals how Roger Federer's stylish golf swing impressed him during a friendly round in Melbourne at the Australian Open.

Have you seen the BEST Photos from the Aus Open?

Have you seen the BEST Photos from the Aus Open?

Rediff.com21 Jan 2026

Gauff is a fan favourite in Melbourne

Tennis Meets Fashion at AO: Who Wore It Best?

Tennis Meets Fashion at AO: Who Wore It Best?

Rediff.com21 Jan 2026

Check out what the players are wearing at this year's Australian Open.

'Reminiscent of 2012 when I played Rafa Nadal in final'

'Reminiscent of 2012 when I played Rafa Nadal in final'

Rediff.com31 Jan 2026

The match against Rafa in Australia for the title 14 years back was a massive chapter in their legacies as they gave their all in a five-set masterclass that lasted almost six hours, with Djokovic edging out Nadal.

Sinner eyes third straight Australian Open crown

Sinner eyes third straight Australian Open crown

Rediff.com13 Jan 2026

Jannik Sinner returns to the Australian Open targeting a third straight title as the Italian seeks to impose a level of supremacy reminiscent of Novak Djokovic's stranglehold on the year's opening Grand Slam.

Sinner rues missed chances as Djokovic halts his AO reign

Sinner rues missed chances as Djokovic halts his AO reign

Rediff.com31 Jan 2026

Jannik Sinner admits the Australian Open semi-final loss to Novak Djokovic hurt, but says he was not surprised by the 10-time champion's level after a gripping five-set battle.

National interest to guide crude sourcing: India amid Russia oil row

National interest to guide crude sourcing: India amid Russia oil row

Rediff.com10 Feb 2026

India will maintain multiple sources for crude oil purchases and diversify them to ensure stability in the supply chain with national interests remaining the "guiding factor" for the procurement, Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri said.

Zverev survives scare, powers into Australian Open semis

Zverev survives scare, powers into Australian Open semis

Rediff.com27 Jan 2026

Germany's Alexander Zverev remained on track for a return to the Australian Open final after beating American Learner Tien 6-3, 6-7(5), 6-1, 7-6(3) in the Melbourne Park quarter-finals on Tuesday.

2026 AO: Why Musetti couldn't continue despite dominating Djokovic

2026 AO: Why Musetti couldn't continue despite dominating Djokovic

Rediff.com28 Jan 2026

A distraught Lorenzo Musetti was struggling to comprehend how injury robbed him of victory against Novak Djokovic and a place in the Australian Open semi-final on Wednesday.

ICC T20 World Cup: Group C heats up: England, WI face tricky rivals

ICC T20 World Cup: Group C heats up: England, WI face tricky rivals

Rediff.com6 Feb 2026

Group C promises one of the most competitive battles at the T20 World Cup, with former champions England and West Indies joined by ambitious sides Scotland, Nepal and debutants Italy.

Federer hails Sincaraz rivalry as new era of men's tennis

Federer hails Sincaraz rivalry as new era of men's tennis

Rediff.com15 Jan 2026

'I've practised with both of them a little bit and they're incredible ball strikers. There's more to come, I hope they stay injury-free.'

T20 World Cup: 31 wins and counting: Gambhir-SKY masterplan revealed

T20 World Cup: 31 wins and counting: Gambhir-SKY masterplan revealed

Rediff.com4 Feb 2026

As India start their T20 World Cup title defence in less than 72 hours, one is tempted to look at Suryakumar Yadav and Gautam Gambhir's working relationship which has been fantastic, at least so going by the results -- a whopping 31 wins in 39 games with a winning percentage of 79.48.

From 2007 to 2026: How The T20 World Cup Evolved

From 2007 to 2026: How The T20 World Cup Evolved

Rediff.com3 Feb 2026

Six different teams have lifted the trophy over the years, with the West Indies, England and reigning champions India the only nations to have won it twice.

Roma takes Dakar lead as Ford goes one-two

Roma takes Dakar lead as Ford goes one-two

Rediff.com13 Jan 2026

The 410km stage from Wadi Ad Dawasir to the overnight bivouac, first half of a marathon stage, was won by 21-year-old Polish non-factory Toyota driver Eryk Goczal.

India reacts to US' 500% tariffs bill for buying Russian oil

India reacts to US' 500% tariffs bill for buying Russian oil

Rediff.com9 Jan 2026

India is closely monitoring developments related to a proposed American legislation that seeks to impose up to 500 per cent tariff on countries procuring Russian crude oil.

Real Madrid stunned by 2nd division club in Copa del Rey

Real Madrid stunned by 2nd division club in Copa del Rey

Rediff.com15 Jan 2026

'We've hit rock bottom; we've been knocked out by a second division team.'

Alcaraz and Sinner drop big doubles hint

Alcaraz and Sinner drop big doubles hint

Rediff.com9 Jan 2026

As Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner prepare for their season-opening exhibition match in Incheon, the world's top two men's tennis players floated the prospect of one day playing together in a doubles tournament.

Alcaraz beats Sinner in perfect Aus Open warm-up

Alcaraz beats Sinner in perfect Aus Open warm-up

Rediff.com10 Jan 2026

Carlos Alcaraz beat his great rival Jannik Sinner 7-5, 7-6(8) to win their Hyundai Card Super Match exhibition event in Incheon, South Korea, on Saturday that marked the start of the season for the world's top two men's tennis players.