THC-crossword thread-6; 4 ans PP till 4 pm IST

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
1 Disgruntled chaplain, ignoring an Islamic leader (6) CALIPH
4 Can teach English to you in Germany by correspondence (8)EDUCABLE
9 Nut going away afternoon (6)NOGGIN
10 Metal and Quartz form a grand structure (8)BASILICA
12 One can wear something white as an old official (8)PALATINE
13 Scorched design, perhaps (6)SINGED
15 Jewish new year (4,8) ROSH HASHANAH
18 Smart to acquire processed mineral, making things simple (12)STREAMLINING
21 Order a sail with a native Indian (6)OJIBWA
22 Hurry to encode (8)SCRAMBLE
24 Destitute and loveless, a characteristic picture (8) PORTRAIT
25 6 — true representation of righteousness (6) VIRTUE
26 Breaking code in bet — it's related (8)ANECDOTE
27 Employed by a world body, absolutely new (6) UNUSED

Down
1 Spin off participating in the central scheme (8) CONSPIRE
2 Make it binding, say, among various allies (8) LEGALISE
3 May be pertinent — what do you do in a wild party? (5,3,4,3) PAINT THE TOWN RED
5 Stretch upward (4)DRAW
6 Dealt with antisocial — having an edge in making it illegal (15)CRIMINALISATION
7 Game for one newly married around midnight (6)BRIDGE
8 Garfunkel and Simon — somewhat horny creatures (6)ELANDS
11 Parliament seeks not to drop opposition leader after assembly (7) KNESSET
14 Just the thing for retired swingers (7) HAMMOCK
16 Complaint when one perishes without help (8) DIABETES
17 Fit a tiny device initially in plant (8) AGUEWEED
19 Too much hype as it goes around a city (6) HOOPLA
20 May be Mary will go through it (6) PIERCE
23 The thing that nourishes parliament (4) DIET

:clap::clap::clap: Very good!

[deepakgita]

Across
1 Greek character — trader — giving away a fifty for Dublin C (8)
5 Parentless C gets back endless support and endless assistance (6) ORPHAN
9 Impish C is worker wearing gaudy jewellery (8)
10 C is new and cooler in it (6)
12 Wager with a C in India (4)
13 Youthful C's fuss about the French perfume (10)
15 Type of scout going round that woman to reach angelic C (6)
17 One in shed is Scottish C (5)
20 Hundred for awkwardly simple C (5)
21 You are said to tackle poor and mischievous C (6)
24 C to move down with social worker (10)
27 Heads of women's association in favour of neglected C (4)
29 Clean up dear cute C (6)
30 Girl C is one going out with expression of disgust (8)
31 Male C has a word of thanks for musical composition (6)
32 Sound Tory gambolling around one male C in front (8)

Down
1 Accountant nods for skewered meat dishes (6) CABOBS
2 I and a couple of players swallowed — it's natural (6) INNATE
3 Slithery fish right out of fishing gear (4) EELS
4 Stirred with strong emotion by part of modern edition (5)
6 Fetches, without capital, mafia groups (5)
7 One feeling cold might ask: “Is the pool __ __ winter?” (6,2)
8 Not going back to agitated giant for scoring music (8)
11 To group of fans I begin circulating French webzine (6)
14 Tree in Wardha killed (4)
16 Good comes out of reasonings in sessions (6)
17 Big fix in military lockup (4)
18 Ace dames go round places of learning (8)
19 So nipper unwraps — unwraps hurriedly and roughly (4,4)
22 Scan this masking edges where eyelids meet (6)
23 Fight with a couple of females for light (6)
25 Don’t let Public Relations quit the sports contest (5)
26 Wonderful, clean heart of boy (5)
28 Initially accept good Indian offer of money exchange fee (4)

Grid at http://www.thehindu.com/todays-paper/tp-miscellaneous/the-hindu-crossword-11186/article6393940.ece

[pammechchu]

Across
1 Greek character — trader — giving away a fifty for Dublin C (8)
5 Parentless C gets back endless support and endless assistance (6) ORPHAN
9 Impish C is worker wearing gaudy jewellery (8)
10 C is new and cooler in it (6)
12 Wager with a C in India (4)
13 Youthful C's fuss about the French perfume (10)
15 Type of scout going round that woman to reach angelic C (6)
17 One in shed is Scottish C (5)
20 Hundred for awkwardly simple C (5)
21 You are said to tackle poor and mischievous C (6)
24 C to move down with social worker (10) DESCENDANT
27 Heads of women's association in favour of neglected C (4)
29 Clean up dear cute C (6) MOPPET
30 Girl C is one going out with expression of disgust (8)
31 Male C has a word of thanks for musical composition (6) SONATA
32 Sound Tory gambolling around one male C in front (8)
Down
1 Accountant nods for skewered meat dishes (6) CABOBS
2 I and a couple of players swallowed — it's natural (6) INNATE
3 Slithery fish right out of fishing gear (4) EELS
4 Stirred with strong emotion by part of modern edition (5)
6 Fetches, without capital, mafia groups (5)
7 One feeling cold might ask: “Is the pool __ __ winter?” (6,2)
8 Not going back to agitated giant for scoring music (8)
11 To group of fans I begin circulating French webzine (6)
14 Tree in Wardha killed (4)
16 Good comes out of reasonings in sessions (6)
17 Big fix in military lockup (4)
18 Ace dames go round places of learning (8) ACADEMES
19 So nipper unwraps — unwraps hurriedly and roughly (4,4)
22 Scan this masking edges where eyelids meet (6)
23 Fight with a couple of females for light (6)
25 Don’t let Public Relations quit the sports contest (5)
26 Wonderful, clean heart of boy (5)
28 Initially accept good Indian offer of money exchange fee (4)

[sandhya.p61]

Across
1 Greek character — trader — giving away a fifty for Dublin C (8)
5 Parentless C gets back endless support and endless assistance (6) ORPHAN
9 Impish C is worker wearing gaudy jewellery (8)
10 C is new and cooler in it (6)
12 Wager with a C in India (4) BETA
13 Youthful C's fuss about the French perfume (10) ADOLESCENT
15 Type of scout going round that woman to reach angelic C (6) CHERUB
17 One in shed is Scottish C (5)
20 Hundred for awkwardly simple C (5) CHICK
21 You are said to tackle poor and mischievous C (6)
24 C to move down with social worker (10) DESCENDANT
27 Heads of women's association in favour of neglected C (4)
29 Clean up dear cute C (6) MOPPET
30 Girl C is one going out with expression of disgust (8)
31 Male C has a word of thanks for musical composition (6) SONATA
32 Sound Tory gambolling around one male C in front (8)
Down
1 Accountant nods for skewered meat dishes (6) CABOBS
2 I and a couple of players swallowed — it's natural (6) INNATE
3 Slithery fish right out of fishing gear (4) EELS
4 Stirred with strong emotion by part of modern edition (5)
6 Fetches, without capital, mafia groups (5)
7 One feeling cold might ask: “Is the pool __ __ winter?” (6,2)
8 Not going back to agitated giant for scoring music (8)
11 To group of fans I begin circulating French webzine (6)
14 Tree in Wardha killed (4)
16 Good comes out of reasonings in sessions (6)
17 Big fix in military lockup (4)
18 Ace dames go round places of learning (8) ACADEMES
19 So nipper unwraps — unwraps hurriedly and roughly (4,4)
22 Scan this masking edges where eyelids meet (6)
23 Fight with a couple of females for light (6)
25 Don’t let Public Relations quit the sports contest (5)
26 Wonderful, clean heart of boy (5)
28 Initially accept good Indian offer of money exchange fee (4)

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
1 Greek character — trader — giving away a fifty for Dublin C (8)
5 Parentless C gets back endless support and endless assistance (6) ORPHAN
9 Impish C is worker wearing gaudy jewellery (8)
10 C is new and cooler in it (6)
12 Wager with a C in India (4) BETA
13 Youthful C's fuss about the French perfume (10) ADOLESCENT
15 Type of scout going round that woman to reach angelic C (6) CHERUB
17 One in shed is Scottish C (5)
20 Hundred for awkwardly simple C (5) CHICK
21 You are said to tackle poor and mischievous C (6)
24 C to move down with social worker (10) DESCENDANT
27 Heads of women's association in favour of neglected C (4)WAIF
29 Clean up dear cute C (6) MOPPET
30 Girl C is one going out with expression of disgust (8)DAUGHTER
31 Male C has a word of thanks for musical composition (6) SONATA
32 Sound Tory gambolling around one male C in front (8)
Down
1 Accountant nods for skewered meat dishes (6) CABOBS
2 I and a couple of players swallowed — it's natural (6) INNATE
3 Slithery fish right out of fishing gear (4) EELS
4 Stirred with strong emotion by part of modern edition (5)
6 Fetches, without capital, mafia groups (5)
7 One feeling cold might ask: “Is the pool __ __ winter?” (6,2)
8 Not going back to agitated giant for scoring music (8)
11 To group of fans I begin circulating French webzine (6)
14 Tree in Wardha killed (4)
16 Good comes out of reasonings in sessions (6)
17 Big fix in military lockup (4)
18 Ace dames go round places of learning (8) ACADEMES
19 So nipper unwraps — unwraps hurriedly and roughly (4,4)RIPS OPEN
22 Scan this masking edges where eyelids meet (6)
23 Fight with a couple of females for light (6)
25 Don’t let Public Relations quit the sports contest (5)EVENT
26 Wonderful, clean heart of boy (5)
28 Initially accept good Indian offer of money exchange fee (4)

[Russellbew]

Across
1 Greek character — trader — giving away a fifty for Dublin C (8)
5 Parentless C gets back endless support and endless assistance (6) ORPHAN
9 Impish C is worker wearing gaudy jewellery (8)
10 C is new and cooler in it (6)
12 Wager with a C in India (4) BETA
13 Youthful C's fuss about the French perfume (10) ADOLESCENT
15 Type of scout going round that woman to reach angelic C (6) CHERUB
17 One in shed is Scottish C (5)
20 Hundred for awkwardly simple C (5) CHICK
21 You are said to tackle poor and mischievous C (6)
24 C to move down with social worker (10) DESCENDANT
27 Heads of women's association in favour of neglected C (4)WAIF
29 Clean up dear cute C (6) MOPPET
30 Girl C is one going out with expression of disgust (8)DAUGHTER
31 Male C has a word of thanks for musical composition (6) SONATA
32 Sound Tory gambolling around one male C in front (8)
Down
1 Accountant nods for skewered meat dishes (6) CABOBS
2 I and a couple of players swallowed — it's natural (6) INNATE
3 Slithery fish right out of fishing gear (4) EELS
4 Stirred with strong emotion by part of modern edition (5)
6 Fetches, without capital, mafia groups (5)
7 One feeling cold might ask: “Is the pool __ __ winter?” (6,2)
8 Not going back to agitated giant for scoring music (8) NOTATING
11 To group of fans I begin circulating French webzine (6)
14 Tree in Wardha killed (4) DHAK
16 Good comes out of reasonings in sessions (6)
17 Big fix in military lockup (4)
18 Ace dames go round places of learning (8) ACADEMES
19 So nipper unwraps — unwraps hurriedly and roughly (4,4)RIPS OPEN
22 Scan this masking edges where eyelids meet (6)
23 Fight with a couple of females for light (6) AFFRAY
25 Don’t let Public Relations quit the sports contest (5)EVENT
26 Wonderful, clean heart of boy (5)
28 Initially accept good Indian offer of money exchange fee (4) AGIO

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
1 Greek character — trader — giving away a fifty for Dublin C (8)CHISELER
5 Parentless C gets back endless support and endless assistance (6) ORPHAN
9 Impish C is worker wearing gaudy jewellery (8)BANTLING
10 C is new and cooler in it (6)INFANT
12 Wager with a C in India (4) BETA
13 Youthful C's fuss about the French perfume (10) ADOLESCENT
15 Type of scout going round that woman to reach angelic C (6) CHERUB
17 One in shed is Scottish C (5)BAIRN
20 Hundred for awkwardly simple C (5) CHICK
21 You are said to tackle poor and mischievous C (6)URCHIN
24 C to move down with social worker (10) DESCENDANT
27 Heads of women's association in favour of neglected C (4)WAIF
29 Clean up dear cute C (6) MOPPET
30 Girl C is one going out with expression of disgust (8)DAUGHTER
31 Male C has a word of thanks for musical composition (6) SONATA
32 Sound Tory gambolling around one male C in front (8)SONORITY
Down
1 Accountant nods for skewered meat dishes (6) CABOBS
2 I and a couple of players swallowed — it's natural (6) INNATE
3 Slithery fish right out of fishing gear (4) EELS
4 Stirred with strong emotion by part of modern edition (5)ERNED
6 Fetches, without capital, mafia groups (5)RINGS
7 One feeling cold might ask: “Is the pool __ __ winter?” (6,2)HEATED IN
8 Not going back to agitated giant for scoring music (8) NOTATING
11 To group of fans I begin circulating French webzine (6)CLUBIC
14 Tree in Wardha killed (4) DHAK
16 Good comes out of reasonings in sessions (6)ROUNDS
17 Big fix in military lockup (4)BRIG
18 Ace dames go round places of learning (8) ACADEMES
19 So nipper unwraps — unwraps hurriedly and roughly (4,4)RIPS OPEN
22 Scan this masking edges where eyelids meet (6)CANTHI
23 Fight with a couple of females for light (6) AFFRAY
25 Don’t let Public Relations quit the sports contest (5)EVENT
26 Wonderful, clean heart of boy (5)NEATO
28 Initially accept good Indian offer of money exchange fee (4) AGIO

:clap::clap::clap: Gridman celebrating Children's Day in advance? Actually it is Children's Day today in South Africa, Colonel says!

[deepakgita]

ACROSS
1 Polish last of jewellery, a precious stone (4) RUBY
3 Amateur demanding expenses, no matter what (2,3,5) AT ALL COSTS
10 This musical instrument could be graduate’s shortly (7) BASSOON
11 Large animal seen in stream in Indian state (7) GORILLA
12 Bulb lit up unexpectedly (5)
13 Felon aims at sea for a British Crown possession (4,2,3)
14 Think about chapter on model (11)
16 Am leaving city on the Trent for ailing part of London (7,4)
21 One gets them in Scottish town, right away, mostly (2,3,4)
23 Girl in French city (5)
24 Plan revealed railway track (7)
25 Leader of outfit helping to make a speech (7)
26 Flat harlot refurbished, notwithstanding (3,3,4)
27 Son thrown in fountain for a joke (4)

DOWN
1 Dubious beer at a discount (6)
2 Quartz, perhaps, used in bar of a magnificent Roman building (9)
4 Tenor saving money for annuity scheme (7)
5 Fielder on by mistake (3,4)
6 Just the levy for one with a potbelly? (11,3)
7 Auction fetches millions in state capital (5)
8 Produces small chess pieces (6)
9 Headlining excellent TV police series (7,3,4)
15 A rose, for example, worker planted in row (9)
17 Most senseless, two homes being occupied by first letter (7)
18 Boat almost left with unstable load (7)
19 What a nark may do is endless (3,3)
20 Sounds like the type of ring for a young bird (6)
22 Decisive defeat round end of August upset school (5)

Grid at http://www.thehindu.com/features/magazine/the-hindu-crossword-no-2815/article6555246.ece

[pammechchu]

ACROSS
1 Polish last of jewellery, a precious stone (4) RUBY
3 Amateur demanding expenses, no matter what (2,3,5) AT ALL COSTS
10 This musical instrument could be graduate’s shortly (7) BASSOON
11 Large animal seen in stream in Indian state (7) GORILLA
12 Bulb lit up unexpectedly (5)
13 Felon aims at sea for a British Crown possession (4,2,3) ISLE OF MAN
14 Think about chapter on model (11)
16 Am leaving city on the Trent for ailing part of London (7,4)
21 One gets them in Scottish town, right away, mostly (2,3,4)
23 Girl in French city (5)
24 Plan revealed railway track (7)
25 Leader of outfit helping to make a speech (7)
26 Flat harlot refurbished, notwithstanding (3,3,4)
27 Son thrown in fountain for a joke (4)
DOWN
1 Dubious beer at a discount (6) REBATE
2 Quartz, perhaps, used in bar of a magnificent Roman building (9)
4 Tenor saving money for annuity scheme (7)
5 Fielder on by mistake (3,4) LEG SLIP
6 Just the levy for one with a potbelly? (11,3)
7 Auction fetches millions in state capital (5)
8 Produces small chess pieces (6) SPAWNS
9 Headlining excellent TV police series (7,3,4)
15 A rose, for example, worker planted in row (9)
17 Most senseless, two homes being occupied by first letter (7)
18 Boat almost left with unstable load (7)
19 What a nark may do is endless (3,3)
20 Sounds like the type of ring for a young bird (6)
22 Decisive defeat round end of August upset school (5)

[Russellbew]

ACROSS
1 Polish last of jewellery, a precious stone (4) RUBY
3 Amateur demanding expenses, no matter what (2,3,5) AT ALL COSTS
10 This musical instrument could be graduate’s shortly (7) BASSOON
11 Large animal seen in stream in Indian state (7) GORILLA
12 Bulb lit up unexpectedly (5) TULIP
13 Felon aims at sea for a British Crown possession (4,2,3) ISLE OF MAN
14 Think about chapter on model (11)
16 Am leaving city on the Trent for ailing part of London (7,4)
21 One gets them in Scottish town, right away, mostly (2,3,4)
23 Girl in French city (5)
24 Plan revealed railway track (7) OUTLINE
25 Leader of outfit helping to make a speech (7)
26 Flat harlot refurbished, notwithstanding (3,3,4)
27 Son thrown in fountain for a joke (4) JEST
DOWN
1 Dubious beer at a discount (6) REBATE
2 Quartz, perhaps, used in bar of a magnificent Roman building (9) BASILICAN
4 Tenor saving money for annuity scheme (7)
5 Fielder on by mistake (3,4) LEG SLIP
6 Just the levy for one with a potbelly? (11,3)
7 Auction fetches millions in state capital (5)
8 Produces small chess pieces (6) SPAWNS
9 Headlining excellent TV police series (7,3,4)
15 A rose, for example, worker planted in row (9)
17 Most senseless, two homes being occupied by first letter (7)
18 Boat almost left with unstable load (7)
19 What a nark may do is endless (3,3)
20 Sounds like the type of ring for a young bird (6)
22 Decisive defeat round end of August upset school (5)

[pavalamani pragasam]

ACROSS
1 Polish last of jewellery, a precious stone (4) RUBY
3 Amateur demanding expenses, no matter what (2,3,5) AT ALL COSTS
10 This musical instrument could be graduate’s shortly (7) BASSOON
11 Large animal seen in stream in Indian state (7) GORILLA
12 Bulb lit up unexpectedly (5) TULIP
13 Felon aims at sea for a British Crown possession (4,2,3) ISLE OF MAN
14 Think about chapter on model (11)CONTEMPLATE
16 Am leaving city on the Trent for ailing part of London (7,4)
21 One gets them in Scottish town, right away, mostly (2,3,4)
23 Girl in French city (5)
24 Plan revealed railway track (7) OUTLINE
25 Leader of outfit helping to make a speech (7)ORATION
26 Flat harlot refurbished, notwithstanding (3,3,4)
27 Son thrown in fountain for a joke (4) JEST
DOWN
1 Dubious beer at a discount (6) REBATE
2 Quartz, perhaps, used in bar of a magnificent Roman building (9) BASILICAN
4 Tenor saving money for annuity scheme (7)
5 Fielder on by mistake (3,4) LEG SLIP
6 Just the levy for one with a potbelly? (11,3)
7 Auction fetches millions in state capital (5)
8 Produces small chess pieces (6) SPAWNS
9 Headlining excellent TV police series (7,3,4)
15 A rose, for example, worker planted in row (9)
17 Most senseless, two homes being occupied by first letter (7)
18 Boat almost left with unstable load (7)GONDOLA
19 What a nark may do is endless (3,3)
20 Sounds like the type of ring for a young bird (6)CYGNET
22 Decisive defeat round end of August upset school (5)

[pavalamani pragasam]

ACROSS
1 Polish last of jewellery, a precious stone (4) RUBY
3 Amateur demanding expenses, no matter what (2,3,5) AT ALL COSTS
10 This musical instrument could be graduate’s shortly (7) BASSOON
11 Large animal seen in stream in Indian state (7) GORILLA
12 Bulb lit up unexpectedly (5) TULIP
13 Felon aims at sea for a British Crown possession (4,2,3) ISLE OF MAN
14 Think about chapter on model (11)CONTEMPLATE
16 Am leaving city on the Trent for ailing part of London (7,4)NOTTING HILL
21 One gets them in Scottish town, right away, mostly (2,3,4)IN THE MAIN
23 Girl in French city (5)NANCY
24 Plan revealed railway track (7) OUTLINE
25 Leader of outfit helping to make a speech (7)ORATION
26 Flat harlot refurbished, notwithstanding (3,3,4)FOR ALL THAT
27 Son thrown in fountain for a joke (4) JEST
DOWN
1 Dubious beer at a discount (6) REBATE
2 Quartz, perhaps, used in bar of a magnificent Roman building (9) BASILICAN
4 Tenor saving money for annuity scheme (7)TONTINE
5 Fielder on by mistake (3,4) LEG SLIP
6 Just the levy for one with a potbelly? (11,3)
7 Auction fetches millions in state capital (5)SALEM
8 Produces small chess pieces (6) SPAWNS
9 Headlining excellent TV police series (7,3,4)TOPPING THE BILL
15 A rose, for example, worker planted in row (9)EGLANTINE
17 Most senseless, two homes being occupied by first letter (7)INANEST
18 Boat almost left with unstable load (7)GONDOLA
19 What a nark may do is endless (3,3)TIP OFF
20 Sounds like the type of ring for a young bird (6)CYGNET
22 Decisive defeat round end of August upset school (5)TUTOR

:clap::clap::clap: Good!

[deepakgita]

Across
1 Such one remains single — that's fair! (6)
4 Leg spin? Not succeeded in making a connection (5,3)
9 Incur a tenth share for minister (6)
10 Prostrate before woman-to-marry, bent in a servile manner (8)
12 Advocate's competitor in the past has no work (8)
13 Strong lance needs tip to be replaced (6)
15 Function is to give approval for auditors (4)
16 Proposition that could be inadequate for a dissertation? (10)
19 I deign to harness talent that's home-grown (10)
20 Symbol to represent negative infinity? (4)
23 Consult Ubuntu, eg, for info streams (6)
25 A union roping in Cassius mainly to betray powerful ruler (8)
27 Press finds support to return to former state (8)
28 Amidst fatigue, I limped back to get to setting (6)
29 Blackmail could be former lover's doing (8)
30 A dog to live with — a delight for the most part (6)
Down
1 Extract tax, say, to get prosperity (7)
2 Green pen ruined by mistake (9)
3 Spherical diamonds pip gold on mounting (6)
5 Plant part to decay on getting old (4)
6 One dry tourist spot to tour? Wait it out (3,5)
7 Faculty might work on time (5)
8 They could be in assent, sleepy people (7)
11 Ceaseless downfall after a change of heart (7)
14 Mould us, imparting a way to look at the positives (7)
17 Scrub horse to rein in whipping(9)
18 Go to bed worried about coming first being hopeful possibility (1,4,3)
19 How poets express themselves to be retrograde (7)
21 Evenly combat against vulgar thrust on someone (7)
22 Firm 15 and 15's partner (6)
24 Teller's distributed a deposit (5)
26 A kind of repetition shows up in mundane chores (4)

Grid at http://www.thehindu.com/todays-paper/tp-miscellaneous/the-hindu-crossword-11041/article5828631.ece

[pammechchu]

Across
1 Such one remains single — that's fair! (6)
4 Leg spin? Not succeeded in making a connection (5,3)
9 Incur a tenth share for minister (6)
10 Prostrate before woman-to-marry, bent in a servile manner (8)
12 Advocate's competitor in the past has no work (8)
13 Strong lance needs tip to be replaced (6)
15 Function is to give approval for auditors (4)
16 Proposition that could be inadequate for a dissertation? (10)
19 I deign to harness talent that's home-grown (10) INDIGENOUS
20 Symbol to represent negative infinity? (4)
23 Consult Ubuntu, eg, for info streams (6)
25 A union roping in Cassius mainly to betray powerful ruler (8)
27 Press finds support to return to former state (8)
28 Amidst fatigue, I limped back to get to setting (6)
29 Blackmail could be former lover's doing (8)
30 A dog to live with — a delight for the most part (6)
Down
1 Extract tax, say, to get prosperity (7)
2 Green pen ruined by mistake (9)
3 Spherical diamonds pip gold on mounting (6)
5 Plant part to decay on getting old (4)
6 One dry tourist spot to tour? Wait it out (3,5)
7 Faculty might work on time (5)
8 They could be in assent, sleepy people (7)
11 Ceaseless downfall after a change of heart (7)
14 Mould us, imparting a way to look at the positives (7) MODULUS
17 Scrub horse to rein in whipping(9)
18 Go to bed worried about coming first being hopeful possibility (1,4,3)
19 How poets express themselves to be retrograde (7) INVERSE
21 Evenly combat against vulgar thrust on someone (7)
22 Firm 15 and 15's partner (6)
24 Teller's distributed a deposit (5)
26 A kind of repetition shows up in mundane chores (4)

[sandhya.p61]

Across
1 Such one remains single — that's fair! (6)
4 Leg spin? Not succeeded in making a connection (5,3)
9 Incur a tenth share for minister (6)
10 Prostrate before woman-to-marry, bent in a servile manner (8)
12 Advocate's competitor in the past has no work (8)
13 Strong lance needs tip to be replaced (6)
15 Function is to give approval for auditors (4)
16 Proposition that could be inadequate for a dissertation? (10)
19 I deign to harness talent that's home-grown (10) INDIGENOUS
20 Symbol to represent negative infinity? (4)
23 Consult Ubuntu, eg, for info streams (6)
25 A union roping in Cassius mainly to betray powerful ruler (8)
27 Press finds support to return to former state (8) ROLLBACK
28 Amidst fatigue, I limped back to get to setting (6)
29 Blackmail could be former lover's doing (8) EXACTION
30 A dog to live with — a delight for the most part (6) BEAGLE

Down
1 Extract tax, say, to get prosperity (7)
2 Green pen ruined by mistake (9)
3 Spherical diamonds pip gold on mounting (6)
5 Plant part to decay on getting old (4)
6 One dry tourist spot to tour? Wait it out (3,5)
7 Faculty might work on time (5)
8 They could be in assent, sleepy people (7)
11 Ceaseless downfall after a change of heart (7)
14 Mould us, imparting a way to look at the positives (7) MODULUS
17 Scrub horse to rein in whipping(9)
18 Go to bed worried about coming first being hopeful possibility (1,4,3) A GOOD BET
19 How poets express themselves to be retrograde (7) INVERSE
21 Evenly combat against vulgar thrust on someone (7)
22 Firm 15 and 15's partner (6)
24 Teller's distributed a deposit (5)
26 A kind of repetition shows up in mundane chores (4)

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
1 Such one remains single — that's fair! (6)
4 Leg spin? Not succeeded in making a connection (5,3)
9 Incur a tenth share for minister (6)CURATE
10 Prostrate before woman-to-marry, bent in a servile manner (8)
12 Advocate's competitor in the past has no work (8)
13 Strong lance needs tip to be replaced (6)
15 Function is to give approval for auditors (4)
16 Proposition that could be inadequate for a dissertation? (10)
19 I deign to harness talent that's home-grown (10) INDIGENOUS
20 Symbol to represent negative infinity? (4)
23 Consult Ubuntu, eg, for info streams (6)
25 A union roping in Cassius mainly to betray powerful ruler (8)
27 Press finds support to return to former state (8) ROLLBACK
28 Amidst fatigue, I limped back to get to setting (6)
29 Blackmail could be former lover's doing (8) EXACTION
30 A dog to live with — a delight for the most part (6) BEAGLE

Down
1 Extract tax, say, to get prosperity (7)
2 Green pen ruined by mistake (9)UNRIPENED
3 Spherical diamonds pip gold on mounting (6)
5 Plant part to decay on getting old (4)
6 One dry tourist spot to tour? Wait it out (3,5)
7 Faculty might work on time (5)
8 They could be in assent, sleepy people (7)NODDERS
11 Ceaseless downfall after a change of heart (7)
14 Mould us, imparting a way to look at the positives (7) MODULUS
17 Scrub horse to rein in whipping(9)
18 Go to bed worried about coming first being hopeful possibility (1,4,3) A GOOD BET
19 How poets express themselves to be retrograde (7) INVERSE
21 Evenly combat against vulgar thrust on someone (7)
22 Firm 15 and 15's partner (6)
24 Teller's distributed a deposit (5)
26 A kind of repetition shows up in mundane chores (4)ECHO

[Russellbew]

Across
1 Such one remains single — that's fair! (6)
4 Leg spin? Not succeeded in making a connection (5,3)
9 Incur a tenth share for minister (6)CURATE
10 Prostrate before woman-to-marry, bent in a servile manner (8)
12 Advocate's competitor in the past has no work (8)
13 Strong lance needs tip to be replaced (6)
15 Function is to give approval for auditors (4)
16 Proposition that could be inadequate for a dissertation? (10)
19 I deign to harness talent that's home-grown (10) INDIGENOUS
20 Symbol to represent negative infinity? (4)
23 Consult Ubuntu, eg, for info streams (6)
25 A union roping in Cassius mainly to betray powerful ruler (8)
27 Press finds support to return to former state (8) ROLLBACK
28 Amidst fatigue, I limped back to get to setting (6) MILIEU
29 Blackmail could be former lover's doing (8) EXACTION
30 A dog to live with — a delight for the most part (6) BEAGLE

Down
1 Extract tax, say, to get prosperity (7) SUCCESS
2 Green pen ruined by mistake (9)UNRIPENED
3 Spherical diamonds pip gold on mounting (6) ROTUND
5 Plant part to decay on getting old (4)
6 One dry tourist spot to tour? Wait it out (3,5)
7 Faculty might work on time (5)
8 They could be in assent, sleepy people (7)NODDERS
11 Ceaseless downfall after a change of heart (7)
14 Mould us, imparting a way to look at the positives (7) MODULUS
17 Scrub horse to rein in whipping(9)
18 Go to bed worried about coming first being hopeful possibility (1,4,3) A GOOD BET
19 How poets express themselves to be retrograde (7) INVERSE
21 Evenly combat against vulgar thrust on someone (7) OBTRUDE
22 Firm 15 and 15's partner (6)
24 Teller's distributed a deposit (5)
26 A kind of repetition shows up in mundane chores (4)ECHO

[deepakgita]

Across
1 Such one remains single — that's fair! (6)
4 Leg spin? Not succeeded in making a connection (5,3)
9 Incur a tenth share for minister (6)CURATE
10 Prostrate before woman-to-marry, bent in a servile manner (8) KOWTOWED
12 Advocate's competitor in the past has no work (8) EXPONENT
13 Strong lance needs tip to be replaced (6) FIERCE
15 Function is to give approval for auditors (4) SINE
16 Proposition that could be inadequate for a dissertation? (10)
19 I deign to harness talent that's home-grown (10) INDIGENOUS
20 Symbol to represent negative infinity? (4)
23 Consult Ubuntu, eg, for info streams (6)
25 A union roping in Cassius mainly to betray powerful ruler (8)
27 Press finds support to return to former state (8) ROLLBACK
28 Amidst fatigue, I limped back to get to setting (6) MILIEU
29 Blackmail could be former lover's doing (8) EXACTION
30 A dog to live with — a delight for the most part (6) BEAGLE

Down
1 Extract tax, say, to get prosperity (7) SUCCESS
2 Green pen ruined by mistake (9)UNRIPENED
3 Spherical diamonds pip gold on mounting (6) ROTUND
5 Plant part to decay on getting old (4)
6 One dry tourist spot to tour? Wait it out (3,5)
7 Faculty might work on time (5)
8 They could be in assent, sleepy people (7)NODDERS
11 Ceaseless downfall after a change of heart (7)
14 Mould us, imparting a way to look at the positives (7) MODULUS
17 Scrub horse to rein in whipping(9)
18 Go to bed worried about coming first being hopeful possibility (1,4,3) A GOOD BET
19 How poets express themselves to be retrograde (7) INVERSE
21 Evenly combat against vulgar thrust on someone (7) OBTRUDE
22 Firm 15 and 15's partner (6)
24 Teller's distributed a deposit (5)
26 A kind of repetition shows up in mundane chores (4)ECHO

[deepakgita]

PP let's go back to 5 PP :smokesmirk: as participation is limited

[deepakgita]

Across
8 Sounds like seed. Give up? (4)
9 Medical outing in serene Madrid (5)
10 Zero noise for Thor's father (4)
11 Use an eraser or buff afresh (3,3)
12 Burning nothing but a bird (8)
13 Take off artist found famous London criminal on street (8)
15, 28 Airborne crockery piece carries aliens (6,6)
17 A sort of light slam into a gap (3,4)
19 Briefly renovated chain stores after loss of case (2,5)
22 A man of steel in Russia mutilated saint around the centre of gulag (6)
24 Gifted story book editor (8)
26, 32 It throws one from the flying plane into anti-aircraft fire (8,4)
28 See 15
30 Came — became the best (4)
31 Fifty one support ancient weight (5)
32 See 26

Down
1 Belize butcher hides Indian bull (4)
2 Note: Gulf money used to build a monument (8)
3 Strengthen insect first found hovering over Uttar Pradesh (4,2)
4 Said to have studied stronghold in Delhi (3,4)
5 Falling soldier fell forward in Nigeria, initially, and got some oil (8)
6 Post office and insurers join together with you, in the beginning, to make an insurance document (6)
7 Call gang (4)
14 Drink to someone's health with browned bread (5)
16 Ambulances running back contain paramedic (5)
18 Maxilla's mate in mastication (8)
20 This paper is, at first, mainly describing a religion (8)
21 Remain loyal to saint and heartless boy (5-2)
23 Disoriented artist left redefined Lake District and was defeated (6)
25 Rascal reformed to become sailor (6)
27 He lifts a car up to change a wheel (4)
29 Around ten, Ms West went back for a test (4)

Grid at http://www.thehindu.com/todays-paper/tp-miscellaneous/the-hindu-crossword-11108/article6102733.ece

[Russellbew]

Across
8 Sounds like seed. Give up? (4) CEDE
9 Medical outing in serene Madrid (5) ENEMA
10 Zero noise for Thor's father (4)
11 Use an eraser or buff afresh (3,3) RUB OFF
12 Burning nothing but a bird (8)
13 Take off artist found famous London criminal on street (8)
15, 28 Airborne crockery piece carries aliens (6,6)
17 A sort of light slam into a gap (3,4)
19 Briefly renovated chain stores after loss of case (2,5)
22 A man of steel in Russia mutilated saint around the centre of gulag (6)
24 Gifted story book editor (8)
26, 32 It throws one from the flying plane into anti-aircraft fire (8,4)
28 See 15
30 Came — became the best (4)
31 Fifty one support ancient weight (5)
32 See 26

Down
1 Belize butcher hides Indian bull (4) ZEBU
2 Note: Gulf money used to build a monument (8)
3 Strengthen insect first found hovering over Uttar Pradesh (4,2)
4 Said to have studied stronghold in Delhi (3,4)
5 Falling soldier fell forward in Nigeria, initially, and got some oil (8)
6 Post office and insurers join together with you, in the beginning, to make an insurance document (6)
7 Call gang (4)
14 Drink to someone's health with browned bread (5)
16 Ambulances running back contain paramedic (5)
18 Maxilla's mate in mastication (8)
20 This paper is, at first, mainly describing a religion (8)
21 Remain loyal to saint and heartless boy (5-2)
23 Disoriented artist left redefined Lake District and was defeated (6)
25 Rascal reformed to become sailor (6)
27 He lifts a car up to change a wheel (4)
29 Around ten, Ms West went back for a test (4)

[deepakgita]

Across
8 Sounds like seed. Give up? (4) CEDE
9 Medical outing in serene Madrid (5) ENEMA
10 Zero noise for Thor's father (4) ODIN
11 Use an eraser or buff afresh (3,3) RUB OFF
12 Burning nothing but a bird (8) FLAMINGO
13 Take off artist found famous London criminal on street (8) STRIPPER
15, 28 Airborne crockery piece carries aliens (6,6) FLYING SAUCER
17 A sort of light slam into a gap (3,4)
19 Briefly renovated chain stores after loss of case (2,5)
22 A man of steel in Russia mutilated saint around the centre of gulag (6)
24 Gifted story book editor (8)
26, 32 It throws one from the flying plane into anti-aircraft fire (8,4)
28 See 15
30 Came — became the best (4)
31 Fifty one support ancient weight (5)
32 See 26

Down
1 Belize butcher hides Indian bull (4) ZEBU
2 Note: Gulf money used to build a monument (8)
3 Strengthen insect first found hovering over Uttar Pradesh (4,2)
4 Said to have studied stronghold in Delhi (3,4)
5 Falling soldier fell forward in Nigeria, initially, and got some oil (8)
6 Post office and insurers join together with you, in the beginning, to make an insurance document (6)
7 Call gang (4)
14 Drink to someone's health with browned bread (5)
16 Ambulances running back contain paramedic (5)
18 Maxilla's mate in mastication (8)
20 This paper is, at first, mainly describing a religion (8)
21 Remain loyal to saint and heartless boy (5-2)
23 Disoriented artist left redefined Lake District and was defeated (6)
25 Rascal reformed to become sailor (6)
27 He lifts a car up to change a wheel (4)
29 Around ten, Ms West went back for a test (4)

[sandhya.p61]

Across
8 Sounds like seed. Give up? (4) CEDE
9 Medical outing in serene Madrid (5) ENEMA
10 Zero noise for Thor's father (4) ODIN
11 Use an eraser or buff afresh (3,3) RUB OFF
12 Burning nothing but a bird (8) FLAMINGO
13 Take off artist found famous London criminal on street (8) STRIPPER
15, 28 Airborne crockery piece carries aliens (6,6) FLYING SAUCER
17 A sort of light slam into a gap (3,4)
19 Briefly renovated chain stores after loss of case (2,5)
22 A man of steel in Russia mutilated saint around the centre of gulag (6)
24 Gifted story book editor (8) TALENTED
26, 32 It throws one from the flying plane into anti-aircraft fire (8,4) EJECTION SEAT
28 See 15
30 Came — became the best (4)
31 Fifty one support ancient weight (5) LIBRA
32 See 26

Down
1 Belize butcher hides Indian bull (4) ZEBU
2 Note: Gulf money used to build a monument (8)
3 Strengthen insect first found hovering over Uttar Pradesh (4,2)
4 Said to have studied stronghold in Delhi (3,4)
5 Falling soldier fell forward in Nigeria, initially, and got some oil (8)
6 Post office and insurers join together with you, in the beginning, to make an insurance document (6)
7 Call gang (4)
14 Drink to someone's health with browned bread (5)
16 Ambulances running back contain paramedic (5)
18 Maxilla's mate in mastication (8) MANDIBLE
20 This paper is, at first, mainly describing a religion (8)
21 Remain loyal to saint and heartless boy (5-2)
23 Disoriented artist left redefined Lake District and was defeated (6)
25 Rascal reformed to become sailor (6)
27 He lifts a car up to change a wheel (4)
29 Around ten, Ms West went back for a test (4)

[spchennai]

Across
8 Sounds like seed. Give up? (4) CEDE
9 Medical outing in serene Madrid (5) ENEMA
10 Zero noise for Thor's father (4) ODIN
11 Use an eraser or buff afresh (3,3) RUB OFF
12 Burning nothing but a bird (8) FLAMINGO
13 Take off artist found famous London criminal on street (8) STRIPPER
15, 28 Airborne crockery piece carries aliens (6,6) FLYING SAUCER
17 A sort of light slam into a gap (3,4) GAS LAMP
19 Briefly renovated chain stores after loss of case (2,5)
22 A man of steel in Russia mutilated saint around the centre of gulag (6)
24 Gifted story book editor (8) TALENTED
26, 32 It throws one from the flying plane into anti-aircraft fire (8,4) EJECTION SEAT
28 See 15
30 Came — became the best (4)
31 Fifty one support ancient weight (5) LIBRA
32 See 26

Down
1 Belize butcher hides Indian bull (4) ZEBU
2 Note: Gulf money used to build a monument (8) MEMORIAL
3 Strengthen insect first found hovering over Uttar Pradesh (4,2)
4 Said to have studied stronghold in Delhi (3,4)
5 Falling soldier fell forward in Nigeria, initially, and got some oil (8) PARAFFIN
6 Post office and insurers join together with you, in the beginning, to make an insurance document (6)
7 Call gang (4)
14 Drink to someone's health with browned bread (5)
16 Ambulances running back contain paramedic (5)
18 Maxilla's mate in mastication (8) MANDIBLE
20 This paper is, at first, mainly describing a religion (8) HINDUISM
21 Remain loyal to saint and heartless boy (5-2)
23 Disoriented artist left redefined Lake District and was defeated (6)
25 Rascal reformed to become sailor (6)
27 He lifts a car up to change a wheel (4)
29 Around ten, Ms West went back for a test (4)

[deepakgita]

Note: Some locations mentioned in this puzzle are not very far from one another
Across
1 Join! Before I divide The Constitution State (11)
9 Remove insects from Budge Budge (5)
10 Reconstitution of shire was followed by monarch letting out a cry (9)
11 English town has male deer (Indian) with great smoked meat (10)
12 Go after a flower and get a jumping toy (4)
13 Ensure, without having right, what may happen later (5)
15 My laptop has no top and is kept on some mineral matter in a locality having a famous temple (8)
17 Long race held in Myanmar at honeymoon time (8)
19 Roman marketplace for primarily unique merchandise (5)
22 Right before pie is cut up and ready for consumption (4)
23 Why main hag turns into a robber? (10)
26 Cancelled out: “Ill, unfed I travelled around” (9)
27 Tin and aluminium are found in a waterway (5)
28 Intoxicated, Big Ben raids suburban station (5,6)
Down
1 Little one in charge of things shaped lie a die (5)
2 Careless to hide books under underwear endlessly (9)
3 Standard symbol below a small dash (6)
4 Circular hot tray may be rough (7)
5 I left chief and cook (4)
6 Auditor's attempt to lead officer with our French flag, for example (9)
7 Stew wildebeest (after bits of waste are thrown away) and it becomes fit for consumption (6)
8 Tailless bird carries doctor to railway station (6)
14 Remove paint from golfing equipment at an entertainment venue (5,4)
16 Betrothed, a couple of females and I danced around engineer (9)
17 Scattered rain in Massachusetts harbour (6)
18 Conclusion: Greek character consumes bulb? Actually, the other way round (7)
20 Town in HP has male boxer (6)
21 Loose cloak-like garment found in a bivouac had ornamentation (6)
24 Pulverise rodents with a pole (5)
25 Assumes a horizontal position and fibs (4)

3697

[pammechchu]

Across
1 Join! Before I divide The Constitution State (11)
9 Remove insects from Budge Budge (5)
10 Reconstitution of shire was followed by monarch letting out a cry (9)
11 English town has male deer (Indian) with great smoked meat (10) BUCKINGHAM
12 Go after a flower and get a jumping toy (4)
13 Ensure, without having right, what may happen later (5)
15 My laptop has no top and is kept on some mineral matter in a locality having a famous temple (8) MYLAPOER
17 Long race held in Myanmar at honeymoon time (8)
19 Roman marketplace for primarily unique merchandise (5)
22 Right before pie is cut up and ready for consumption (4)
23 Why main hag turns into a robber? (10)
26 Cancelled out: “Ill, unfed I travelled around” (9)
27 Tin and aluminium are found in a waterway (5)
28 Intoxicated, Big Ben raids suburban station (5,6) BASIN BRIDGE
Down
1 Little one in charge of things shaped lie a die (5)
2 Careless to hide books under underwear endlessly (9)
3 Standard symbol below a small dash (6)
4 Circular hot tray may be rough (7)
5 I left chief and cook (4)
6 Auditor's attempt to lead officer with our French flag, for example (9)
7 Stew wildebeest (after bits of waste are thrown away) and it becomes fit for consumption (6)
8 Tailless bird carries doctor to railway station (6) EGMORE
14 Remove paint from golfing equipment at an entertainment venue (5,4)
16 Betrothed, a couple of females and I danced around engineer (9)
17 Scattered rain in Massachusetts harbour (6)
18 Conclusion: Greek character consumes bulb? Actually, the other way round (7)
20 Town in HP has male boxer (6)
21 Loose cloak-like garment found in a bivouac had ornamentation (6)
24 Pulverise rodents with a pole (5)
25 Assumes a horizontal position and fibs (4)

[pammechchu]

Walk in the park... felt good..

[deepakgita]

Note: Some locations mentioned in this puzzle are not very far from one another

Across
1 Join! Before I divide The Constitution State (11) CONNECTICUT
9 Remove insects from Budge Budge (5) DEBUG
10 Reconstitution of shire was followed by monarch letting out a cry (9) SHRIEKING
11 English town has male deer (Indian) with great smoked meat (10) BUCKINGHAM
12 Go after a flower and get a jumping toy (4) POGO
13 Ensure, without having right, what may happen later (5)
15 My laptop has no top and is kept on some mineral matter in a locality having a famous temple (8) MYLAPOER
17 Long race held in Myanmar at honeymoon time (8)
19 Roman marketplace for primarily unique merchandise (5)
22 Right before pie is cut up and ready for consumption (4)
23 Why main hag turns into a robber? (10)
26 Cancelled out: “Ill, unfed I travelled around” (9)
27 Tin and aluminium are found in a waterway (5)
28 Intoxicated, Big Ben raids suburban station (5,6) BASIN BRIDGE

Down
1 Little one in charge of things shaped lie a die (5)
2 Careless to hide books under underwear endlessly (9)
3 Standard symbol below a small dash (6)
4 Circular hot tray may be rough (7)
5 I left chief and cook (4)
6 Auditor's attempt to lead officer with our French flag, for example (9)
7 Stew wildebeest (after bits of waste are thrown away) and it becomes fit for consumption (6)
8 Tailless bird carries doctor to railway station (6) EGMORE
14 Remove paint from golfing equipment at an entertainment venue (5,4)
16 Betrothed, a couple of females and I danced around engineer (9)
17 Scattered rain in Massachusetts harbour (6)
18 Conclusion: Greek character consumes bulb? Actually, the other way round (7)
20 Town in HP has male boxer (6)
21 Loose cloak-like garment found in a bivouac had ornamentation (6)
24 Pulverise rodents with a pole (5)
25 Assumes a horizontal position and fibs (4)

[sandhya.p61]

Note: Some locations mentioned in this puzzle are not very far from one another

Across
1 Join! Before I divide The Constitution State (11) CONNECTICUT
9 Remove insects from Budge Budge (5) DEBUG
10 Reconstitution of shire was followed by monarch letting out a cry (9) SHRIEKING
11 English town has male deer (Indian) with great smoked meat (10) BUCKINGHAM
12 Go after a flower and get a jumping toy (4) POGO
13 Ensure, without having right, what may happen later (5)
15 My laptop has no top and is kept on some mineral matter in a locality having a famous temple (8) MYLAPOER
17 Long race held in Myanmar at honeymoon time (8)
19 Roman marketplace for primarily unique merchandise (5)
22 Right before pie is cut up and ready for consumption (4)
23 Why main hag turns into a robber? (10)
26 Cancelled out: “Ill, unfed I travelled around” (9)
27 Tin and aluminium are found in a waterway (5)
28 Intoxicated, Big Ben raids suburban station (5,6) BASIN BRIDGE

Down
1 Little one in charge of things shaped lie a die (5)
2 Careless to hide books under underwear endlessly (9)NEGLIGENT
3 Standard symbol below a small dash (6)
4 Circular hot tray may be rough (7) THROATY
5 I left chief and cook (4)
6 Auditor's attempt to lead officer with our French flag, for example (9) TRICOLOUR
7 Stew wildebeest (after bits of waste are thrown away) and it becomes fit for consumption (6)
8 Tailless bird carries doctor to railway station (6) EGMORE
14 Remove paint from golfing equipment at an entertainment venue (5,4) STRIP CLUB
16 Betrothed, a couple of females and I danced around engineer (9)
17 Scattered rain in Massachusetts harbour (6)
18 Conclusion: Greek character consumes bulb? Actually, the other way round (7)
20 Town in HP has male boxer (6)
21 Loose cloak-like garment found in a bivouac had ornamentation (6)
24 Pulverise rodents with a pole (5)
25 Assumes a horizontal position and fibs (4)

[Russellbew]

Note: Some locations mentioned in this puzzle are not very far from one another

Across
1 Join! Before I divide The Constitution State (11) CONNECTICUT
9 Remove insects from Budge Budge (5) DEBUG
10 Reconstitution of shire was followed by monarch letting out a cry (9) SHRIEKING
11 English town has male deer (Indian) with great smoked meat (10) BUCKINGHAM
12 Go after a flower and get a jumping toy (4) POGO
13 Ensure, without having right, what may happen later (5)
15 My laptop has no top and is kept on some mineral matter in a locality having a famous temple (8) MYLAPORE
17 Long race held in Myanmar at honeymoon time (8) MARATHON
19 Roman marketplace for primarily unique merchandise (5)
22 Right before pie is cut up and ready for consumption (4)
23 Why main hag turns into a robber? (10)
26 Cancelled out: “Ill, unfed I travelled around” (9)
27 Tin and aluminium are found in a waterway (5)
28 Intoxicated, Big Ben raids suburban station (5,6) BASIN BRIDGE

Down
1 Little one in charge of things shaped lie a die (5)
2 Careless to hide books under underwear endlessly (9)NEGLIGENT
3 Standard symbol below a small dash (6)
4 Circular hot tray may be rough (7) THROATY
5 I left chief and cook (4)
6 Auditor's attempt to lead officer with our French flag, for example (9) TRICOLOUR
7 Stew wildebeest (after bits of waste are thrown away) and it becomes fit for consumption (6)
8 Tailless bird carries doctor to railway station (6) EGMORE
14 Remove paint from golfing equipment at an entertainment venue (5,4) STRIP CLUB
16 Betrothed, a couple of females and I danced around engineer (9) AFFIANCED
17 Scattered rain in Massachusetts harbour (6) MARINA
18 Conclusion: Greek character consumes bulb? Actually, the other way round (7)
20 Town in HP has male boxer (6)
21 Loose cloak-like garment found in a bivouac had ornamentation (6) CHADOR
24 Pulverise rodents with a pole (5)
25 Assumes a horizontal position and fibs (4)

[Russellbew]

Note: Some locations mentioned in this puzzle are not very far from one another

Across
1 Join! Before I divide The Constitution State (11) CONNECTICUT
9 Remove insects from Budge Budge (5) DEBUG
10 Reconstitution of shire was followed by monarch letting out a cry (9) SHRIEKING
11 English town has male deer (Indian) with great smoked meat (10) BUCKINGHAM
12 Go after a flower and get a jumping toy (4) POGO
13 Ensure, without having right, what may happen later (5) ENSUE
15 My laptop has no top and is kept on some mineral matter in a locality having a famous temple (8) MYLAPORE
17 Long race held in Myanmar at honeymoon time (8) MARATHON
19 Roman marketplace for primarily unique merchandise (5) FORUM
22 Right before pie is cut up and ready for consumption (4) RIPE
23 Why main hag turns into a robber? (10) HIGHWAYMAN
26 Cancelled out: “Ill, unfed I travelled around” (9) NULLIFIED
27 Tin and aluminium are found in a waterway (5) CANAL
28 Intoxicated, Big Ben raids suburban station (5,6) BASIN BRIDGE

Down
1 Little one in charge of things shaped lie a die (5) CUBIC
2 Careless to hide books under underwear endlessly (9)NEGLIGENT
3 Standard symbol below a small dash (6) ENSIGN
4 Circular hot tray may be rough (7) THROATY
5 I left chief and cook (4) CHEF
6 Auditor's attempt to lead officer with our French flag, for example (9) TRICOLOUR
7 Stew wildebeest (after bits of waste are thrown away) and it becomes fit for consumption (6) EDIBLE
8 Tailless bird carries doctor to railway station (6) EGMORE
14 Remove paint from golfing equipment at an entertainment venue (5,4) STRIP CLUB
16 Betrothed, a couple of females and I danced around engineer (9) AFFIANCED
17 Scattered rain in Massachusetts harbour (6) MARINA
18 Conclusion: Greek character consumes bulb? Actually, the other way round (7) OPINION
20 Town in HP has male boxer (6) MANALI
21 Loose cloak-like garment found in a bivouac had ornamentation (6) CHADOR
24 Pulverise rodents with a pole (5) MINCE
25 Assumes a horizontal position and fibs (4) LIES

[deepakgita]

Across
1 Tea Party politicians embracing radical supporters? (9) CHAMPIONS
6 Old Scottish apothecaries use lower dosages initially (4)
8 Unlimited cannabis, hash setter smoked primarily for stress (8)
9 Love's Labour's Lost in recklessness (6)
10 Rampaging roaches leave sow cuckoo (4,1,5,5) HAVE A SCREW LOOSE
11 Source of Biblical tall tale: infant at the heart of Bethlehem (5)
13 Online swindle with endless money and Cleopatra, perhaps (8)
15 Aroused, embraced, close to release...depleted (8)
18 ‘Bien’, ‘Adieux’ regularly feature in list (5)
20 Some malefic ring fabrication with the sporting line “You shall not pass.” (4,2,9) LINE OF SCRIMMAGE
23 Being sequential is all the rage in Shakespearean tragedy (6)
24 Partner admits poetry writing is not very radical (8)
25 Zeus' and Ares' last two exploits (4)
26 Parts of speech that 3 has 5 of and 14 4? (9)

Down
1 Man falling into stupor — that might stop you mid-sentence (5)
2 The strange and curious tale of Oscar Pistorius, for instance (7)
3 Puts forward models (5)
4 Espy first lady topless putting on robes in a tizzy (7) OBSERVE
5 Say, right methods arrived at obliquely (8)
6 Atmosphere by harbour makes it a good place to land (7)
7 Exceptional places and scenery (9)
12 Spirits-besotted pirate taking IMFL regularly gets cirrhosis at the end (9)
14 Suits college types (8)
16 Football players are people you should consider marrying (7)
17 Rats! Revolutionary bloke from the South circles has base in Number 10 (7)
19 New corrupt Earl smuggling Frenchman in Number 10 is a case in point (7)
21 At sea, I made out ancient Asian land (5)
22 Gargoyles at the enchanted sepulchre's openings which might keep you out (5)

Grid at http://www.thehindu.com/todays-paper/tp-miscellaneous/the-hindu-crossword-11171/article6341505.ece

[sandhya.p61]

Across
1 Tea Party politicians embracing radical supporters? (9) CHAMPIONS
6 Old Scottish apothecaries use lower dosages initially (4) AULD
8 Unlimited cannabis, hash setter smoked primarily for stress (8)
9 Love's Labour's Lost in recklessness (6)
10 Rampaging roaches leave sow cuckoo (4,1,5,5) HAVE A SCREW LOOSE
11 Source of Biblical tall tale: infant at the heart of Bethlehem (5)BABEL
13 Online swindle with endless money and Cleopatra, perhaps (8)
15 Aroused, embraced, close to release...depleted (8)
18 ‘Bien’, ‘Adieux’ regularly feature in list (5)INDEX
20 Some malefic ring fabrication with the sporting line “You shall not pass.” (4,2,9) LINE OF SCRIMMAGE
23 Being sequential is all the rage in Shakespearean tragedy (6)
24 Partner admits poetry writing is not very radical (8)
25 Zeus' and Ares' last two exploits (4)
26 Parts of speech that 3 has 5 of and 14 4? (9)

Down
1 Man falling into stupor — that might stop you mid-sentence (5)COMMA
2 The strange and curious tale of Oscar Pistorius, for instance (7)
3 Puts forward models (5)
4 Espy first lady topless putting on robes in a tizzy (7) OBSERVE
5 Say, right methods arrived at obliquely (8)
6 Atmosphere by harbour makes it a good place to land (7)
7 Exceptional places and scenery (9)
12 Spirits-besotted pirate taking IMFL regularly gets cirrhosis at the end (9)
14 Suits college types (8)
16 Football players are people you should consider marrying (7)
17 Rats! Revolutionary bloke from the South circles has base in Number 10 (7)
19 New corrupt Earl smuggling Frenchman in Number 10 is a case in point (7)
21 At sea, I made out ancient Asian land (5)
22 Gargoyles at the enchanted sepulchre's openings which might keep you out (5)

[Russellbew]

Across
1 Tea Party politicians embracing radical supporters? (9) CHAMPIONS
6 Old Scottish apothecaries use lower dosages initially (4) AULD
8 Unlimited cannabis, hash setter smoked primarily for stress (8)
9 Love's Labour's Lost in recklessness (6)
10 Rampaging roaches leave sow cuckoo (4,1,5,5) HAVE A SCREW LOOSE
11 Source of Biblical tall tale: infant at the heart of Bethlehem (5)BABEL
13 Online swindle with endless money and Cleopatra, perhaps (8)
15 Aroused, embraced, close to release...depleted (8)
18 ‘Bien’, ‘Adieux’ regularly feature in list (5)INDEX
20 Some malefic ring fabrication with the sporting line “You shall not pass.” (4,2,9) LINE OF SCRIMMAGE
23 Being sequential is all the rage in Shakespearean tragedy (6)
24 Partner admits poetry writing is not very radical (8)
25 Zeus' and Ares' last two exploits (4)
26 Parts of speech that 3 has 5 of and 14 4? (9)

Down
1 Man falling into stupor — that might stop you mid-sentence (5)COMMA
2 The strange and curious tale of Oscar Pistorius, for instance (7) ATHELETE
3 Puts forward models (5)
4 Espy first lady topless putting on robes in a tizzy (7) OBSERVE
5 Say, right methods arrived at obliquely (8)
6 Atmosphere by harbour makes it a good place to land (7)
7 Exceptional places and scenery (9) LANDSCAPES
12 Spirits-besotted pirate taking IMFL regularly gets cirrhosis at the end (9) APERITIFS
14 Suits college types (8)
16 Football players are people you should consider marrying (7)
17 Rats! Revolutionary bloke from the South circles has base in Number 10 (7)
19 New corrupt Earl smuggling Frenchman in Number 10 is a case in point (7)
21 At sea, I made out ancient Asian land (5)
22 Gargoyles at the enchanted sepulchre's openings which might keep you out (5) GATES

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
1 Tea Party politicians embracing radical supporters? (9) CHAMPIONS
6 Old Scottish apothecaries use lower dosages initially (4) AULD
8 Unlimited cannabis, hash setter smoked primarily for stress (8)
9 Love's Labour's Lost in recklessness (6)
10 Rampaging roaches leave sow cuckoo (4,1,5,5) HAVE A SCREW LOOSE
11 Source of Biblical tall tale: infant at the heart of Bethlehem (5)BABEL
13 Online swindle with endless money and Cleopatra, perhaps (8)
15 Aroused, embraced, close to release...depleted (8)
18 ‘Bien’, ‘Adieux’ regularly feature in list (5)INDEX
20 Some malefic ring fabrication with the sporting line “You shall not pass.” (4,2,9) LINE OF SCRIMMAGE
23 Being sequential is all the rage in Shakespearean tragedy (6)LINEAR
24 Partner admits poetry writing is not very radical (8)
25 Zeus' and Ares' last two exploits (4)
26 Parts of speech that 3 has 5 of and 14 4? (9)

Down
1 Man falling into stupor — that might stop you mid-sentence (5)COMMA
2 The strange and curious tale of Oscar Pistorius, for instance (7) ATHELETE
3 Puts forward models (5)POSES
4 Espy first lady topless putting on robes in a tizzy (7) OBSERVE
5 Say, right methods arrived at obliquely (8)SIDEWAYS
6 Atmosphere by harbour makes it a good place to land (7)
7 Exceptional places and scenery (9) LANDSCAPES
12 Spirits-besotted pirate taking IMFL regularly gets cirrhosis at the end (9) APERITIFS
14 Suits college types (8)UNIFORMS
16 Football players are people you should consider marrying (7)
17 Rats! Revolutionary bloke from the South circles has base in Number 10 (7)
19 New corrupt Earl smuggling Frenchman in Number 10 is a case in point (7)
21 At sea, I made out ancient Asian land (5)
22 Gargoyles at the enchanted sepulchre's openings which might keep you out (5) GATES

[pavalamani pragasam]

It is an experience akin to Paradise Lost and Paradise Regained!!! Water board people digging on the road hacked phone cables and telephone people (BSNL) took their sweet time to wait for the digging to be over and attend to faults. Sheer helplessness!

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
1 Tea Party politicians embracing radical supporters? (9) CHAMPIONS
6 Old Scottish apothecaries use lower dosages initially (4) AULD
8 Unlimited cannabis, hash setter smoked primarily for stress (8)EMPHASIS
9 Love's Labour's Lost in recklessness (6)DARING
10 Rampaging roaches leave sow cuckoo (4,1,5,5) HAVE A SCREW LOOSE
11 Source of Biblical tall tale: infant at the heart of Bethlehem (5)BABEL
13 Online swindle with endless money and Cleopatra, perhaps (8)EGYPTIAN
15 Aroused, embraced, close to release...depleted (8)WEAKENED
18 ‘Bien’, ‘Adieux’ regularly feature in list (5)INDEX
20 Some malefic ring fabrication with the sporting line “You shall not pass.” (4,2,9) LINE OF SCRIMMAGE
23 Being sequential is all the rage in Shakespearean tragedy (6)LINEAR
24 Partner admits poetry writing is not very radical (8)MODERATE
25 Zeus' and Ares' last two exploits (4)USES
26 Parts of speech that 3 has 5 of and 14 4? (9)SYLLABLES

Down
1 Man falling into stupor — that might stop you mid-sentence (5)COMMA
2 The strange and curious tale of Oscar Pistorius, for instance (7) ATHELETE
3 Puts forward models (5)POSES
4 Espy first lady topless putting on robes in a tizzy (7) OBSERVE
5 Say, right methods arrived at obliquely (8)SIDEWAYS
6 Atmosphere by harbour makes it a good place to land (7)AIRPORT
7 Exceptional places and scenery (9) LANDSCAPES
12 Spirits-besotted pirate taking IMFL regularly gets cirrhosis at the end (9) APERITIFS
14 Suits college types (8)UNIFORMS
16 Football players are people you should consider marrying (7)KEEPERS
17 Rats! Revolutionary bloke from the South circles has base in Number 10 (7)DECIMAL
19 New corrupt Earl smuggling Frenchman in Number 10 is a case in point (7)NUMERAL
21 At sea, I made out ancient Asian land (5)INDIA
22 Gargoyles at the enchanted sepulchre's openings which might keep you out (5) GATES

:clap::clap::clap: Very good!

[pavalamani pragasam]

Hi, friends! The quota of answers is again raised to 5!:-D

[deepakgita]

See PP's comment above. Quota raised to 5 per head

Across
8 Delay in airports at northern Colorado resolved (15) PROCRASTINATION
9 Time to jump? (4,4)
10 Latin book about second grade advocate (6)
11 Worry after crawler initially misinterprets post (5,4)
12 Mark II? (5)
15 To begin with, many (one thousand and one) plead for an imitation (7) MIMICRY
17 I used to represent this in Vogue (7)
19 Game of cards, essentially delightful after commencement (5)
20 Slaughter family at outhouse (9)
23 Clergyman whose moves are slanted (6) BISHOP
25 Reportedly eye control in the navy (3,5)
26 Ruthenium, Neon footprint scattered in a black hole? (5,2 ,2, 6)

Down
1 Surgeons exhibiting drive (4,2) URGE ON
2 Cutting is pessimistic, surprisingly caught in doubt (10)
3 Distinct impression of nasty market war (9) WATERMARK
4 Minor planet missing the first organic compound (7)
5 Approach shown by Chang, Lendl (5)
6 Shot nocturnal creatures heading north (4)
7 Joker — one mad, extremely eccentric, independent criminal (8)
13 Promise initially shown by deserving poet (10)
14 Apply final touches after broadcast to pretend to be better (3,2,4)
16 Under cover head of staff interrupting marriage at once (2,6)
18 Stick with Windows say, in the end (7)
21 Rulers break down south-eastern empire heartlessly (6)
22 Second cache to store printer's data (5)
24 Hospital as well as agency (4)

Grid at http://www.thehindu.com/todays-paper/tp-miscellaneous/the-hindu-crossword-11141/article6221172.ece

[pammechchu]

Across
8 Delay in airports at northern Colorado resolved (15) PROCRASTINATION
9 Time to jump? (4,4) LEAP YEAR
10 Latin book about second grade advocate (6)
11 Worry after crawler initially misinterprets post (5,4)
12 Mark II? (5)
15 To begin with, many (one thousand and one) plead for an imitation (7) MIMICRY
17 I used to represent this in Vogue (7)
19 Game of cards, essentially delightful after commencement (5) RUMMY
20 Slaughter family at outhouse (9)
23 Clergyman whose moves are slanted (6) BISHOP
25 Reportedly eye control in the navy (3,5)
26 Ruthenium, Neon footprint scattered in a black hole? (5,2 ,2, 6)
Down
1 Surgeons exhibiting drive (4,2) URGE ON
2 Cutting is pessimistic, surprisingly caught in doubt (10) SCEPTICISM
3 Distinct impression of nasty market war (9) WATERMARK
4 Minor planet missing the first organic compound (7)
5 Approach shown by Chang, Lendl (5) ANGLE
6 Shot nocturnal creatures heading north (4)
7 Joker — one mad, extremely eccentric, independent criminal (8)
13 Promise initially shown by deserving poet (10)
14 Apply final touches after broadcast to pretend to be better (3,2,4)
16 Under cover head of staff interrupting marriage at once (2,6) IN UNISON
18 Stick with Windows say, in the end (7)
21 Rulers break down south-eastern empire heartlessly (6)
22 Second cache to store printer's data (5)
24 Hospital as well as agency (4)

[Russellbew]

Across
8 Delay in airports at northern Colorado resolved (15) PROCRASTINATION
9 Time to jump? (4,4) LEAP YEAR
10 Latin book about second grade advocate (6)
11 Worry after crawler initially misinterprets post (5,4)
12 Mark II? (5)
15 To begin with, many (one thousand and one) plead for an imitation (7) MIMICRY
17 I used to represent this in Vogue (7)
19 Game of cards, essentially delightful after commencement (5) RUMMY
20 Slaughter family at outhouse (9) BLOODSHED
23 Clergyman whose moves are slanted (6) BISHOP
25 Reportedly eye control in the navy (3,5)
26 Ruthenium, Neon footprint scattered in a black hole? (5,2 ,2, 6)
Down
1 Surgeons exhibiting drive (4,2) URGE ON
2 Cutting is pessimistic, surprisingly caught in doubt (10) SCEPTICISM
3 Distinct impression of nasty market war (9) WATERMARK
4 Minor planet missing the first organic compound (7) STEROID
5 Approach shown by Chang, Lendl (5) ANGLE
6 Shot nocturnal creatures heading north (4) STAB
7 Joker — one mad, extremely eccentric, independent criminal (8)
13 Promise initially shown by deserving poet (10) WORDSWORTH
14 Apply final touches after broadcast to pretend to be better (3,2,4)
16 Under cover head of staff interrupting marriage at once (2,6) IN UNISON
18 Stick with Windows say, in the end (7)
21 Rulers break down south-eastern empire heartlessly (6)
22 Second cache to store printer's data (5)
24 Hospital as well as agency (4) HAND

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
8 Delay in airports at northern Colorado resolved (15) PROCRASTINATION
9 Time to jump? (4,4) LEAP YEAR
10 Latin book about second grade advocate (6)
11 Worry after crawler initially misinterprets post (5,4)
12 Mark II? (5)TWAIN
15 To begin with, many (one thousand and one) plead for an imitation (7) MIMICRY
17 I used to represent this in Vogue (7)CURRENT
19 Game of cards, essentially delightful after commencement (5) RUMMY
20 Slaughter family at outhouse (9) BLOODSHED
23 Clergyman whose moves are slanted (6) BISHOP
25 Reportedly eye control in the navy (3,5)SEA POWER
26 Ruthenium, Neon footprint scattered in a black hole? (5,2 ,2, 6)POINT OF NO RETURN
Down
1 Surgeons exhibiting drive (4,2) URGE ON
2 Cutting is pessimistic, surprisingly caught in doubt (10) SCEPTICISM
3 Distinct impression of nasty market war (9) WATERMARK
4 Minor planet missing the first organic compound (7) STEROID
5 Approach shown by Chang, Lendl (5) ANGLE
6 Shot nocturnal creatures heading north (4) STAB
7 Joker — one mad, extremely eccentric, independent criminal (8)
13 Promise initially shown by deserving poet (10) WORDSWORTH
14 Apply final touches after broadcast to pretend to be better (3,2,4)PUT ON AIRS
16 Under cover head of staff interrupting marriage at once (2,6) IN UNISON
18 Stick with Windows say, in the end (7)
21 Rulers break down south-eastern empire heartlessly (6)
22 Second cache to store printer's data (5)
24 Hospital as well as agency (4) HAND

[spchennai]

Across
8 Delay in airports at northern Colorado resolved (15) PROCRASTINATION
9 Time to jump? (4,4) LEAP YEAR
10 Latin book about second grade advocate (6) LIBBER?
11 Worry after crawler initially misinterprets post (5,4) SNAIL MAIL
12 Mark II? (5)TWAIN
15 To begin with, many (one thousand and one) plead for an imitation (7) MIMICRY
17 I used to represent this in Vogue (7)CURRENT
19 Game of cards, essentially delightful after commencement (5) RUMMY
20 Slaughter family at outhouse (9) BLOODSHED
23 Clergyman whose moves are slanted (6) BISHOP
25 Reportedly eye control in the navy (3,5)SEA POWER
26 Ruthenium, Neon footprint scattered in a black hole? (5,2 ,2, 6)POINT OF NO RETURN
Down
1 Surgeons exhibiting drive (4,2) URGE ON
2 Cutting is pessimistic, surprisingly caught in doubt (10) SCEPTICISM
3 Distinct impression of nasty market war (9) WATERMARK
4 Minor planet missing the first organic compound (7) STEROID
5 Approach shown by Chang, Lendl (5) ANGLE
6 Shot nocturnal creatures heading north (4) STAB
7 Joker — one mad, extremely eccentric, independent criminal (8) COMEDIAN
13 Promise initially shown by deserving poet (10) WORDSWORTH
14 Apply final touches after broadcast to pretend to be better (3,2,4)PUT ON AIRS
16 Under cover head of staff interrupting marriage at once (2,6) IN UNISON
18 Stick with Windows say, in the end (7) CLOSING
21 Rulers break down south-eastern empire heartlessly (6) EMEERS
22 Second cache to store printer's data (5) SPOOL
24 Hospital as well as agency (4) HAND

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
8 Delay in airports at northern Colorado resolved (15) PROCRASTINATION
9 Time to jump? (4,4) LEAP YEAR
10 Latin book about second grade advocate (6) LIBBER
11 Worry after crawler initially misinterprets post (5,4) SNAIL MAIL
12 Mark II? (5)TWAIN
15 To begin with, many (one thousand and one) plead for an imitation (7) MIMICRY
17 I used to represent this in Vogue (7)CURRENT
19 Game of cards, essentially delightful after commencement (5) RUMMY
20 Slaughter family at outhouse (9) BLOODSHED
23 Clergyman whose moves are slanted (6) BISHOP
25 Reportedly eye control in the navy (3,5)SEA POWER
26 Ruthenium, Neon footprint scattered in a black hole? (5,2 ,2, 6)POINT OF NO RETURN
Down
1 Surgeons exhibiting drive (4,2) URGE ON
2 Cutting is pessimistic, surprisingly caught in doubt (10) SCEPTICISM
3 Distinct impression of nasty market war (9) WATERMARK
4 Minor planet missing the first organic compound (7) STEROID
5 Approach shown by Chang, Lendl (5) ANGLE
6 Shot nocturnal creatures heading north (4) STAB
7 Joker — one mad, extremely eccentric, independent criminal (8) COMEDIAN
13 Promise initially shown by deserving poet (10) WORDSWORTH
14 Apply final touches after broadcast to pretend to be better (3,2,4)PUT ON AIRS
16 Under cover head of staff interrupting marriage at once (2,6) IN UNISON
18 Stick with Windows say, in the end (7) CLOSING
21 Rulers break down south-eastern empire heartlessly (6) EMEERS
22 Second cache to store printer's data (5) SPOOL
24 Hospital as well as agency (4) HAND

:clap::clap::clap: Very good!

[deepakgita]

Across
6 Received a disc containing encrypted email (7)
7 It ain't Cameron's first at sea (7)
9 Fight in which Charlie lost to a rider (5)
10 What is on in fluorescent bulbs essentially during darkness? (4,5) NEON LIGHT
11 Constituent of a square meal? (7) RAVIOLI
13 Mark of State’s pointless approach indeed (6) TATTOO
15 Ok with the old semi & lit used in clueing this film (4,4,2,3) SOME LIKE IT HOT
19 Son in holy matrimony gets agreement (6) UNISON
20 Fast and strike with no particular purpose (7)
23 Girl with it, hazel eyes, beautiful, starts to dance (9)
24 Type of estate, say (5)
26 Old woman heading out to drink and unwind (7)
27 In poverty, lived, got taunted (7)

Down
1 Worked on king's position (4)
2 Buy often and more, perhaps growth starts from there (6)
3 An artificially reconstructed picture, it’s about a cave with Polynesian god’s image (9)
4 Beginning to support struggling law firm (8)
5 One next to Bishop, a thug, brought to order (10)
6 Someone who leads a mechanical life! (6)
7 Extremely large machine (4)
8 Plant, time and time again, eaten by animal (6)
12 Players and musicians welcomed in (10)
14 Find fault with a representative about primarily horrible tip (9)
16 Old, a touch of old magic, strangely relating to marital custom (8)
17 Office furniture (6)
18 Cross empty highway and an overpass, goodbye to Georgia (6)
21 News about birth of Mary’s baby (6)
22 This place is in the red (4)
25 Name’s uninteresting; first off, it means nothing (4)

Grid at http://www.thehindu.com/todays-paper/tp-miscellaneous/the-hindu-crossword-11174/article6353217.ece

[pammechchu]

Across
6 Received a disc containing encrypted email (7)
7 It ain't Cameron's first at sea (7)
9 Fight in which Charlie lost to a rider (5)
10 What is on in fluorescent bulbs essentially during darkness? (4,5) NEON LIGHT
11 Constituent of a square meal? (7) RAVIOLI
13 Mark of State’s pointless approach indeed (6) TATTOO
15 Ok with the old semi & lit used in clueing this film (4,4,2,3) SOME LIKE IT HOT
19 Son in holy matrimony gets agreement (6) UNISON
20 Fast and strike with no particular purpose (7)
23 Girl with it, hazel eyes, beautiful, starts to dance (9)
24 Type of estate, say (5)
26 Old woman heading out to drink and unwind (7)
27 In poverty, lived, got taunted (7)

Down
1 Worked on king's position (4)
2 Buy often and more, perhaps growth starts from there (6) EMBRYO
3 An artificially reconstructed picture, it’s about a cave with Polynesian god’s image (9)
4 Beginning to support struggling law firm (8)
5 One next to Bishop, a thug, brought to order (10) KNIGHTHOOD
6 Someone who leads a mechanical life! (6)
7 Extremely large machine (4)
8 Plant, time and time again, eaten by animal (6)
12 Players and musicians welcomed in (10)
14 Find fault with a representative about primarily horrible tip (9)
16 Old, a touch of old magic, strangely relating to marital custom (8)
17 Office furniture (6)
18 Cross empty highway and an overpass, goodbye to Georgia (6)
21 News about birth of Mary’s baby (6)
22 This place is in the red (4)
25 Name’s uninteresting; first off, it means nothing (4)

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
6 Received a disc containing encrypted email (7)
7 It ain't Cameron's first at sea (7)TITANIC
9 Fight in which Charlie lost to a rider (5)
10 What is on in fluorescent bulbs essentially during darkness? (4,5) NEON LIGHT
11 Constituent of a square meal? (7) RAVIOLI
13 Mark of State’s pointless approach indeed (6) TATTOO
15 Ok with the old semi & lit used in clueing this film (4,4,2,3) SOME LIKE IT HOT
19 Son in holy matrimony gets agreement (6) UNISON
20 Fast and strike with no particular purpose (7)
23 Girl with it, hazel eyes, beautiful, starts to dance (9)
24 Type of estate, say (5)
26 Old woman heading out to drink and unwind (7)
27 In poverty, lived, got taunted (7)NEEDLED

Down
1 Worked on king's position (4)
2 Buy often and more, perhaps growth starts from there (6) EMBRYO
3 An artificially reconstructed picture, it’s about a cave with Polynesian god’s image (9)
4 Beginning to support struggling law firm (8)
5 One next to Bishop, a thug, brought to order (10) KNIGHTHOOD
6 Someone who leads a mechanical life! (6)
7 Extremely large machine (4)
8 Plant, time and time again, eaten by animal (6)
12 Players and musicians welcomed in (10)VIOLINISTS
14 Find fault with a representative about primarily horrible tip (9)
16 Old, a touch of old magic, strangely relating to marital custom (8)
17 Office furniture (6)BUREAU
18 Cross empty highway and an overpass, goodbye to Georgia (6)
21 News about birth of Mary’s baby (6)
22 This place is in the red (4)HERE
25 Name’s uninteresting; first off, it means nothing (4)

[Russellbew]

Across
6 Received a disc containing encrypted email (7)
7 It ain't Cameron's first at sea (7)TITANIC
9 Fight in which Charlie lost to a rider (5)
10 What is on in fluorescent bulbs essentially during darkness? (4,5) NEON LIGHT
11 Constituent of a square meal? (7) RAVIOLI
13 Mark of State’s pointless approach indeed (6) TATTOO
15 Ok with the old semi & lit used in clueing this film (4,4,2,3) SOME LIKE IT HOT
19 Son in holy matrimony gets agreement (6) UNISON
20 Fast and strike with no particular purpose (7)
23 Girl with it, hazel eyes, beautiful, starts to dance (9) ELIZABETH
24 Type of estate, say (5) MANOR (HP indicator should be for type , not for estate ? )
26 Old woman heading out to drink and unwind (7) UNTWINE
27 In poverty, lived, got taunted (7)NEEDLED

Down
1 Worked on king's position (4)
2 Buy often and more, perhaps growth starts from there (6) EMBRYO
3 An artificially reconstructed picture, it’s about a cave with Polynesian god’s image (9)
4 Beginning to support struggling law firm (8)
5 One next to Bishop, a thug, brought to order (10) KNIGHTHOOD
6 Someone who leads a mechanical life! (6)
7 Extremely large machine (4) TOOL
8 Plant, time and time again, eaten by animal (6)
12 Players and musicians welcomed in (10)VIOLINISTS
14 Find fault with a representative about primarily horrible tip (9)
16 Old, a touch of old magic, strangely relating to marital custom (8)
17 Office furniture (6)BUREAU
18 Cross empty highway and an overpass, goodbye to Georgia (6)
21 News about birth of Mary’s baby (6)
22 This place is in the red (4)HERE
25 Name’s uninteresting; first off, it means nothing (4) NULL

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
6 Received a disc containing encrypted email (7)CLAIMED
7 It ain't Cameron's first at sea (7)TITANIC
9 Fight in which Charlie lost to a rider (5)BIKER
10 What is on in fluorescent bulbs essentially during darkness? (4,5) NEON LIGHT
11 Constituent of a square meal? (7) RAVIOLI
13 Mark of State’s pointless approach indeed (6) TATTOO
15 Ok with the old semi & lit used in clueing this film (4,4,2,3) SOME LIKE IT HOT
19 Son in holy matrimony gets agreement (6) UNISON
20 Fast and strike with no particular purpose (7)
23 Girl with it, hazel eyes, beautiful, starts to dance (9) ELIZABETH
24 Type of estate, say (5) MANOR (HP indicator should be for type , not for estate ? )
26 Old woman heading out to drink and unwind (7) UNTWINE
27 In poverty, lived, got taunted (7)NEEDLED

Down
1 Worked on king's position (4)RANK
2 Buy often and more, perhaps growth starts from there (6) EMBRYO
3 An artificially reconstructed picture, it’s about a cave with Polynesian god’s image (9)IDENTIKIT
4 Beginning to support struggling law firm (8)STALWART
5 One next to Bishop, a thug, brought to order (10) KNIGHTHOOD
6 Someone who leads a mechanical life! (6)CYBORG
7 Extremely large machine (4) TOOL
8 Plant, time and time again, eaten by animal (6)COTTON
12 Players and musicians welcomed in (10)VIOLINISTS
14 Find fault with a representative about primarily horrible tip (9)REPREHEND
16 Old, a touch of old magic, strangely relating to marital custom (8)EXOGAMIC
17 Office furniture (6)BUREAU
18 Cross empty highway and an overpass, goodbye to Georgia (6)HYBRID
21 News about birth of Mary’s baby (6)PAMPER
22 This place is in the red (4)HERE
25 Name’s uninteresting; first off, it means nothing (4) NULL

:clap::clap::clap: A bit tough!

[deepakgita]

ACROSS
1 Steal eastern gown (4)
3 Concealed directly below shelter (5,5)
10 Volume so varied around large oil terminal (6,3) SULLOM VOE
11 Moved up once reins loosened (5)
12 Economist worries unduly about Hebridean island where the rich live (12,3) MILLIONAIRES ROW
13 Choice delicacy (6)
14 Piece of music Harpo’s playing extremely dramatically (8)
17 Attempt to secure a sleeveless garment results in farce (8)
18 Unaccustomed, being new (6)
20 Be like Dr. Jekyll, or traitorous spy? (4,1,6,4) LEAD A DOUBLE LIFE
23 Initially it covered it — nice gateau (5)
24 Crustaceans in catch caught by coastal vessels heading away (4,5)
25 Deceased bellman’s double (4,6)
26 Catch that woman palming Ace (4)

DOWN
1 Carried on giving summary before head of department (7)
2 Instrument found in Welsh lake by dog (9) BALALAIKA
4 Actor assuming name for good (5)
5 Sense agreement among rowing crew (8)
6 Agreement in writing (14)
7 Eyeshade? Tourist doesn’t need it (5)
8 Where plane comes down carrying a fugitive (7)
9 Drink them after party to irritate spoilsport (3,2,3,6) DOG IN THE MANGER
15 Stubborn stain to be specially treated (9)
16 Stumped by corset? There’s a surprise! (6,2)
17 Agreed, tome originally bound (7)
19 Actor’s assistant, a help in the theatre (7)
21 Girl over in Latin America (5)
22 Head? Head of Balliol, formerly (5)

Grid at http://www.thehindu.com/features/magazine/the-hindu-crossword-no-2816/article6574455.ece

[pammechchu]

ACROSS
1 Steal eastern gown (4) ROBE
3 Concealed directly below shelter (5,5)
10 Volume so varied around large oil terminal (6,3) SULLOM VOE
11 Moved up once reins loosened (5)
12 Economist worries unduly about Hebridean island where the rich live (12,3) MILLIONAIRES ROW
13 Choice delicacy (6)
14 Piece of music Harpo’s playing extremely dramatically (8) RHAPSODY
17 Attempt to secure a sleeveless garment results in farce (8)
18 Unaccustomed, being new (6)
20 Be like Dr. Jekyll, or traitorous spy? (4,1,6,4) LEAD A DOUBLE LIFE
23 Initially it covered it — nice gateau (5) ICING
24 Crustaceans in catch caught by coastal vessels heading away (4,5)
25 Deceased bellman’s double (4,6)
26 Catch that woman palming Ace (4)
DOWN
1 Carried on giving summary before head of department (7) RESUMED
2 Instrument found in Welsh lake by dog (9) BALALAIKA
4 Actor assuming name for good (5)
5 Sense agreement among rowing crew (8)
6 Agreement in writing (14)
7 Eyeshade? Tourist doesn’t need it (5)
8 Where plane comes down carrying a fugitive (7)
9 Drink them after party to irritate spoilsport (3,2,3,6) DOG IN THE MANGER
15 Stubborn stain to be specially treated (9) OBSTINATE
16 Stumped by corset? There’s a surprise! (6,2)
17 Agreed, tome originally bound (7)
19 Actor’s assistant, a help in the theatre (7)
21 Girl over in Latin America (5)
22 Head? Head of Balliol, formerly (5)

[pavalamani pragasam]

ACROSS
1 Steal eastern gown (4) ROBE
3 Concealed directly below shelter (5,5)
10 Volume so varied around large oil terminal (6,3) SULLOM VOE
11 Moved up once reins loosened (5)RISEN
12 Economist worries unduly about Hebridean island where the rich live (12,3) MILLIONAIRES ROW
13 Choice delicacy (6)DAINTY
14 Piece of music Harpo’s playing extremely dramatically (8) RHAPSODY
17 Attempt to secure a sleeveless garment results in farce (8)
18 Unaccustomed, being new (6)UNUSED
20 Be like Dr. Jekyll, or traitorous spy? (4,1,6,4) LEAD A DOUBLE LIFE
23 Initially it covered it — nice gateau (5) ICING
24 Crustaceans in catch caught by coastal vessels heading away (4,5)
25 Deceased bellman’s double (4,6)
26 Catch that woman palming Ace (4)
DOWN
1 Carried on giving summary before head of department (7) RESUMED
2 Instrument found in Welsh lake by dog (9) BALALAIKA
4 Actor assuming name for good (5)
5 Sense agreement among rowing crew (8)
6 Agreement in writing (14)
7 Eyeshade? Tourist doesn’t need it (5)
8 Where plane comes down carrying a fugitive (7)RUNAWAY
9 Drink them after party to irritate spoilsport (3,2,3,6) DOG IN THE MANGER
15 Stubborn stain to be specially treated (9) OBSTINATE
16 Stumped by corset? There’s a surprise! (6,2)
17 Agreed, tome originally bound (7)TALLIED
19 Actor’s assistant, a help in the theatre (7)
21 Girl over in Latin America (5)
22 Head? Head of Balliol, formerly (5)

[Russellbew]

ACROSS
1 Steal eastern gown (4) ROBE
3 Concealed directly below shelter (5,5) UNDER COVER
10 Volume so varied around large oil terminal (6,3) SULLOM VOE
11 Moved up once reins loosened (5)RISEN
12 Economist worries unduly about Hebridean island where the rich live (12,3) MILLIONAIRES ROW
13 Choice delicacy (6)DAINTY
14 Piece of music Harpo’s playing extremely dramatically (8) RHAPSODY
17 Attempt to secure a sleeveless garment results in farce (8)
18 Unaccustomed, being new (6)UNUSED
20 Be like Dr. Jekyll, or traitorous spy? (4,1,6,4) LEAD A DOUBLE LIFE
23 Initially it covered it — nice gateau (5) ICING
24 Crustaceans in catch caught by coastal vessels heading away (4,5) LAND CRABS
25 Deceased bellman’s double (4,6)
26 Catch that woman palming Ace (4)
DOWN
1 Carried on giving summary before head of department (7) RESUMED
2 Instrument found in Welsh lake by dog (9) BALALAIKA
4 Actor assuming name for good (5) NIVEN
5 Sense agreement among rowing crew (8)
6 Agreement in writing (14) CORRESPONDENCE
7 Eyeshade? Tourist doesn’t need it (5) VISOR
8 Where plane comes down carrying a fugitive (7)RUNAWAY
9 Drink them after party to irritate spoilsport (3,2,3,6) DOG IN THE MANGER
15 Stubborn stain to be specially treated (9) OBSTINATE
16 Stumped by corset? There’s a surprise! (6,2)
17 Agreed, tome originally bound (7)TALLIED
19 Actor’s assistant, a help in the theatre (7)
21 Girl over in Latin America (5)
22 Head? Head of Balliol, formerly (5)

[pavalamani pragasam]

ACROSS
1 Steal eastern gown (4) ROBE
3 Concealed directly below shelter (5,5) UNDER COVER
10 Volume so varied around large oil terminal (6,3) SULLOM VOE
11 Moved up once reins loosened (5)RISEN
12 Economist worries unduly about Hebridean island where the rich live (12,3) MILLIONAIRES ROW
13 Choice delicacy (6)DAINTY
14 Piece of music Harpo’s playing extremely dramatically (8) RHAPSODY
17 Attempt to secure a sleeveless garment results in farce (8)TRAVESTY
18 Unaccustomed, being new (6)UNUSED
20 Be like Dr. Jekyll, or traitorous spy? (4,1,6,4) LEAD A DOUBLE LIFE
23 Initially it covered it — nice gateau (5) ICING
24 Crustaceans in catch caught by coastal vessels heading away (4,5) LAND CRABS
25 Deceased bellman’s double (4,6)DEAD RINGER
26 Catch that woman palming Ace (4)HEAR
DOWN
1 Carried on giving summary before head of department (7) RESUMED
2 Instrument found in Welsh lake by dog (9) BALALAIKA
4 Actor assuming name for good (5) NIVEN
5 Sense agreement among rowing crew (8)EYESIGHT
6 Agreement in writing (14) CORRESPONDENCE
7 Eyeshade? Tourist doesn’t need it (5) VISOR
8 Where plane comes down carrying a fugitive (7)RUNAWAY
9 Drink them after party to irritate spoilsport (3,2,3,6) DOG IN THE MANGER
15 Stubborn stain to be specially treated (9) OBSTINATE
16 Stumped by corset? There’s a surprise! (6,2)STROLL ON
17 Agreed, tome originally bound (7)TALLIED
19 Actor’s assistant, a help in the theatre (7)DRESSER
21 Girl over in Latin America (5)ANITA
22 Head? Head of Balliol, formerly (5)BONCE

:clap::clap::clap: Good!

[deepakgita]

Across
1 Obscure to demand payment for entry into nightclub (5,6)
9 Genuine, almost from an earlier time (7)
10 Disease from Mumbai suburb reaches Breach Candy eventually (6)
11 Order newly married man to leave London clock tower (5)
12 Wanders off during introductions of missing heartless Parsee (7)
15 Belt found in Lhasa shores (4)
16 Difficult, dopy career of editor (10)
18 Nearly stand against informal associates (5)
20 Ugly base (4)
21 Not even bowmen are geniuses (4)
24 Headboy cuts source of blatant cacophony (7)
25 To look at, it is the same either way (5)
27 Headless enemy is vomiting (6)
28 Examine pain originating in innards of bug, for one (7)
29 Tool exclusive to small hut (5,6)

Down
2 Confused democrat leaves DC with vow of silence (6)
3 Sheep returning from sewer with tail chopped off (4)
4 Firm valet is a loyal employee (7,3)
5 Modern library’s shortened couch is made up (2-6)
6 Blessing from the Almighty’s side (7)
7 According to Israel, slur... (9)
8 ...releases headless female relatives (6)
13 Masses of old men finally replaced with wise man by Bolsheviks (10)
14 Overwhelmed by ghastly poster art (9)
17 This is Spanish media’s love of coffee (8)
19 Controversy with European has headman in charge (7)
22 Box for beverage not completely rusted on top (6)
23 Loud noise — racket (6)
26 Say goodbye to spies with love? (4)

3707

[pammechchu]

Across
1 Obscure to demand payment for entry into nightclub (5,6)
9 Genuine, almost from an earlier time (7)
10 Disease from Mumbai suburb reaches Breach Candy eventually (6)
11 Order newly married man to leave London clock tower (5)
12 Wanders off during introductions of missing heartless Parsee (7)
15 Belt found in Lhasa shores (4) SASH
16 Difficult, dopy career of editor (10) COPYREADER
18 Nearly stand against informal associates (5)
20 Ugly base (4)
21 Not even bowmen are geniuses (4)
24 Headboy cuts source of blatant cacophony (7)
25 To look at, it is the same either way (5)
27 Headless enemy is vomiting (6)
28 Examine pain originating in innards of bug, for one (7)
29 Tool exclusive to small hut (5,6)
Down
2 Confused democrat leaves DC with vow of silence (6)
3 Sheep returning from sewer with tail chopped off (4) EWES
4 Firm valet is a loyal employee (7,3)
5 Modern library’s shortened couch is made up (2-6)
6 Blessing from the Almighty’s side (7)
7 According to Israel, slur... (9)
8 ...releases headless female relatives (6)
13 Masses of old men finally replaced with wise man by Bolsheviks (10)
14 Overwhelmed by ghastly poster art (9) PROSTRATE
17 This is Spanish media’s love of coffee (8) EXPRESSO
19 Controversy with European has headman in charge (7)
22 Box for beverage not completely rusted on top (6)
23 Loud noise — racket (6)
26 Say goodbye to spies with love? (4)

[deepakgita]

Across
1 Obscure to demand payment for entry into nightclub (5,6)
9 Genuine, almost from an earlier time (7)
10 Disease from Mumbai suburb reaches Breach Candy eventually (6)
11 Order newly married man to leave London clock tower (5)
12 Wanders off during introductions of missing heartless Parsee (7)
15 Belt found in Lhasa shores (4) SASH
16 Difficult, dopy career of editor (10) COPYREADER
18 Nearly stand against informal associates (5)
20 Ugly base (4)
21 Not even bowmen are geniuses (4)
24 Headboy cuts source of blatant cacophony (7) BLARING
25 To look at, it is the same either way (5) REFER
27 Headless enemy is vomiting (6) EMESIS
28 Examine pain originating in innards of bug, for one (7) INSPECT
29 Tool exclusive to small hut (5,6) SCOOP SHOVEL

Down
2 Confused democrat leaves DC with vow of silence (6)
3 Sheep returning from sewer with tail chopped off (4) EWES
4 Firm valet is a loyal employee (7,3)
5 Modern library’s shortened couch is made up (2-6)
6 Blessing from the Almighty’s side (7)
7 According to Israel, slur... (9)
8 ...releases headless female relatives (6)
13 Masses of old men finally replaced with wise man by Bolsheviks (10)
14 Overwhelmed by ghastly poster art (9) PROSTRATE
17 This is Spanish media’s love of coffee (8) EXPRESSO
19 Controversy with European has headman in charge (7)
22 Box for beverage not completely rusted on top (6)
23 Loud noise — racket (6)
26 Say goodbye to spies with love? (4)

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
1 Obscure to demand payment for entry into nightclub (5,6)
9 Genuine, almost from an earlier time (7)SINCERE
10 Disease from Mumbai suburb reaches Breach Candy eventually (6)
11 Order newly married man to leave London clock tower (5)
12 Wanders off during introductions of missing heartless Parsee (7)RAMBLES
15 Belt found in Lhasa shores (4) SASH
16 Difficult, dopy career of editor (10) COPYREADER
18 Nearly stand against informal associates (5)
20 Ugly base (4)
21 Not even bowmen are geniuses (4)ACES
24 Headboy cuts source of blatant cacophony (7) BLARING
25 To look at, it is the same either way (5) REFER
27 Headless enemy is vomiting (6) EMESIS
28 Examine pain originating in innards of bug, for one (7) INSPECT
29 Tool exclusive to small hut (5,6) SCOOP SHOVEL

Down
2 Confused democrat leaves DC with vow of silence (6)
3 Sheep returning from sewer with tail chopped off (4) EWES
4 Firm valet is a loyal employee (7,3)
5 Modern library’s shortened couch is made up (2-6)
6 Blessing from the Almighty’s side (7)GODSEND
7 According to Israel, slur... (9)
8 ...releases headless female relatives (6)
13 Masses of old men finally replaced with wise man by Bolsheviks (10)
14 Overwhelmed by ghastly poster art (9) PROSTRATE
17 This is Spanish media’s love of coffee (8) ESPRESSO
19 Controversy with European has headman in charge (7)
22 Box for beverage not completely rusted on top (6)COFFER
23 Loud noise — racket (6)
26 Say goodbye to spies with love? (4)

[Russellbew]

Across
1 Obscure to demand payment for entry into nightclub (5,6) COVER CHARGE
9 Genuine, almost from an earlier time (7)SINCERE
10 Disease from Mumbai suburb reaches Breach Candy eventually (6)
11 Order newly married man to leave London clock tower (5)
12 Wanders off during introductions of missing heartless Parsee (7)RAMBLES
15 Belt found in Lhasa shores (4) SASH
16 Difficult, dopy career of editor (10) COPYREADER
18 Nearly stand against informal associates (5)
20 Ugly base (4) MEAN
21 Not even bowmen are geniuses (4)ACES
24 Headboy cuts source of blatant cacophony (7) BLARING
25 To look at, it is the same either way (5) REFER
27 Headless enemy is vomiting (6) EMESIS
28 Examine pain originating in innards of bug, for one (7) INSPECT
29 Tool exclusive to small hut (5,6) SCOOP SHOVEL

Down
2 Confused democrat leaves DC with vow of silence (6)
3 Sheep returning from sewer with tail chopped off (4) EWES
4 Firm valet is a loyal employee (7,3) COMPANY MAN
5 Modern library’s shortened couch is made up (2-6)
6 Blessing from the Almighty’s side (7)GODSEND
7 According to Israel, slur... (9)
8 ...releases headless female relatives (6) UNTIES
13 Masses of old men finally replaced with wise man by Bolsheviks (10)
14 Overwhelmed by ghastly poster art (9) PROSTRATE
17 This is Spanish media’s love of coffee (8) ESPRESSO
19 Controversy with European has headman in charge (7)
22 Box for beverage not completely rusted on top (6)COFFER
23 Loud noise — racket (6)
26 Say goodbye to spies with love? (4) CIAO

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
1 Obscure to demand payment for entry into nightclub (5,6) COVER CHARGE
9 Genuine, almost from an earlier time (7)SINCERE
10 Disease from Mumbai suburb reaches Breach Candy eventually (6)MALADY
11 Order newly married man to leave London clock tower (5)EDICT
12 Wanders off during introductions of missing heartless Parsee (7)RAMBLES
15 Belt found in Lhasa shores (4) SASH
16 Difficult, dopy career of editor (10) COPYREADER
18 Nearly stand against informal associates (5)OPPOS
20 Ugly base (4) MEAN
21 Not even bowmen are geniuses (4)ACES
24 Headboy cuts source of blatant cacophony (7) BLARING
25 To look at, it is the same either way (5) REFER
27 Headless enemy is vomiting (6) EMESIS
28 Examine pain originating in innards of bug, for one (7) INSPECT
29 Tool exclusive to small hut (5,6) SCOOP SHOVEL

Down
2 Confused democrat leaves DC with vow of silence (6)OMERTA
3 Sheep returning from sewer with tail chopped off (4) EWES
4 Firm valet is a loyal employee (7,3) COMPANY MAN
5 Modern library’s shortened couch is made up (2-6)AD-LIBBED
6 Blessing from the Almighty’s side (7)GODSEND
7 According to Israel, slur... (9)ASPERSION
8 ...releases headless female relatives (6) UNTIES
13 Masses of old men finally replaced with wise man by Bolsheviks (10)COMMUNISTS
14 Overwhelmed by ghastly poster art (9) PROSTRATE
17 This is Spanish media’s love of coffee (8) ESPRESSO
19 Controversy with European has headman in charge (7)POLEMIC
22 Box for beverage not completely rusted on top (6)COFFER
23 Loud noise — racket (6)CROSSE
26 Say goodbye to spies with love? (4) CIAO

:clap::clap::clap: Very good!

[deepakgita]

Across
1 Penny on political satirist's cloak (6)
4 Are sticky fluffs protection for listeners? (8)
10 Yearn to have saint's sleepwear (4,5)
11 These can be pulled up to improve slugs (5)
12 Note: Producers love Bank of England's point (5)
13 Burning desire to evacuate panicky European country (9)
14 Showed woman embracing Congress party leader in Delhi (7)
16 ‘Nothing = anda' moving ... (4)
19 ..novel of Azeem Malik (4)
21 Cloth left by Florida girl (7)
24 Subcontract? Not in the beginning (9)
25 Joint promotion of note by a German (3-2)
26 Puff to abandon Boxing League (5)
27 Fizzy cola I imported, in bulk, to mix in America (9)
28 President stops to exercise and starts to learn yoga with great skill (8)
29 Slur cast on Washington's animal (6)

Down
1 Jumper to stop near the curb (8)
2 New Orleans section of bible team caught by commander is safe (8)
3 Expression of surprise by leader of Japan's pilgrims (5)
5 A loser at last escaped in the same manner (4-3)
6 Popular channels of radio for example (5,4)
7 Opposite fellow finishing with great success (6)
8 Parade band has a yard (6)
9 Formed spill spreading around state (6)
15 One who provides relief to person who arrives to besiege army post (9)
17 Bury India's gold inside (8)
18 Stakes having long and lean covers (8)
20 Spray from rough sea or periphery of oceanic lake (7)
21 Run away from church's swindle (6)
22 Revolutionary force to finally conquer Canadian province (6)
23 An African adapted 'The Moon Prince' (6)
25 Blowing air at a royal band (5)

Grid at http://www.thehindu.com/todays-paper/tp-miscellaneous/the-hindu-crossword-11206/article6468762.ece

[pammechchu]

Tough nut today....

[pammechchu]

Across
1 Penny on political satirist's cloak (6) PONCHO
4 Are sticky fluffs protection for listeners? (8)
10 Yearn to have saint's sleepwear (4,5) LONG JOHN
11 These can be pulled up to improve slugs (5)
12 Note: Producers love Bank of England's point (5) OBOES
13 Burning desire to evacuate panicky European country (9)
14 Showed woman embracing Congress party leader in Delhi (7)
16 ‘Nothing = anda' moving ... (4)
19 ..novel of Azeem Malik (4)
21 Cloth left by Florida girl (7)
24 Subcontract? Not in the beginning (9)
25 Joint promotion of note by a German (3-2)
26 Puff to abandon Boxing League (5)
27 Fizzy cola I imported, in bulk, to mix in America (9)
28 President stops to exercise and starts to learn yoga with great skill (8)
29 Slur cast on Washington's animal (6)
Down
1 Jumper to stop near the curb (8)
2 New Orleans section of bible team caught by commander is safe (8)
3 Expression of surprise by leader of Japan's pilgrims (5) HAJIS
5 A loser at last escaped in the same manner (4-3) ALSO RAN
6 Popular channels of radio for example (5,4)
7 Opposite fellow finishing with great success (6)
8 Parade band has a yard (6)
9 Formed spill spreading around state (6)
15 One who provides relief to person who arrives to besiege army post (9)
17 Bury India's gold inside (8)
18 Stakes having long and lean covers (8)
20 Spray from rough sea or periphery of oceanic lake (7)
21 Run away from church's swindle (6)
22 Revolutionary force to finally conquer Canadian province (6)
23 An African adapted 'The Moon Prince' (6)
25 Blowing air at a royal band (5)

[sandhya.p61]

Across
1 Penny on political satirist's cloak (6) PONCHO
4 Are sticky fluffs protection for listeners? (8)
10 Yearn to have saint's sleepwear (4,5) LONG JOHNS
11 These can be pulled up to improve slugs (5)
12 Note: Producers love Bank of England's point (5) OBOES
13 Burning desire to evacuate panicky European country (9)
14 Showed woman embracing Congress party leader in Delhi (7) EVINCED
16 ‘Nothing = anda' moving ... (4)
19 ..novel of Azeem Malik (4)
21 Cloth left by Florida girl (7)
24 Subcontract? Not in the beginning (9)
25 Joint promotion of note by a German (3-2)
26 Puff to abandon Boxing League (5)
27 Fizzy cola I imported, in bulk, to mix in America (9)
28 President stops to exercise and starts to learn yoga with great skill (8)
29 Slur cast on Washington's animal (6)

Down
1 Jumper to stop near the curb (8) PULLOVER
2 New Orleans section of bible team caught by commander is safe (8) NONTOXIC
3 Expression of surprise by leader of Japan's pilgrims (5) HAJIS
5 A loser at last escaped in the same manner (4-3) ALSO-RAN
6 Popular channels of radio for example (5,4)
7 Opposite fellow finishing with great success (6)FACING
8 Parade band has a yard (6)
9 Formed spill spreading around state (6) SHAPED
15 One who provides relief to person who arrives to besiege army post (9)
17 Bury India's gold inside (8)
18 Stakes having long and lean covers (8)
20 Spray from rough sea or periphery of oceanic lake (7)
21 Run away from church's swindle (6)
22 Revolutionary force to finally conquer Canadian province (6)
23 An African adapted 'The Moon Prince' (6)
25 Blowing air at a royal band (5)

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
1 Penny on political satirist's cloak (6) PONCHO
4 Are sticky fluffs protection for listeners? (8)EARMUFFS[B]
10 Yearn to have saint's sleepwear (4,5) LONG JOHNS
11 These can be pulled up to improve slugs (5)
12 Note: Producers love Bank of England's point (5) OBOES
13 Burning desire to evacuate panicky European country (9)
14 Showed woman embracing Congress party leader in Delhi (7) EVINCED
16 ‘Nothing = anda' moving ... (4)
19 ..novel of Azeem Malik (4)[B]EMMA
21 Cloth left by Florida girl (7)FLANNEL
24 Subcontract? Not in the beginning (9)
25 Joint promotion of note by a German (3-2)
26 Puff to abandon Boxing League (5)
27 Fizzy cola I imported, in bulk, to mix in America (9)
28 President stops to exercise and starts to learn yoga with great skill (8)
29 Slur cast on Washington's animal (6)

Down
1 Jumper to stop near the curb (8) PULLOVER
2 New Orleans section of bible team caught by commander is safe (8) NONTOXIC
3 Expression of surprise by leader of Japan's pilgrims (5) HAJIS
5 A loser at last escaped in the same manner (4-3) ALSO-RAN
6 Popular channels of radio for example (5,4)
7 Opposite fellow finishing with great success (6)FACING
8 Parade band has a yard (6)
9 Formed spill spreading around state (6) SHAPED
15 One who provides relief to person who arrives to besiege army post (9)
17 Bury India's gold inside (8)INTERIOR
18 Stakes having long and lean covers (8)
20 Spray from rough sea or periphery of oceanic lake (7)
21 Run away from church's swindle (6)
22 Revolutionary force to finally conquer Canadian province (6)
23 An African adapted 'The Moon Prince' (6)
25 Blowing air at a royal band (5)TIARA

[deepakgita]

Across
1 Penny on political satirist's cloak (6) PONCHO
4 Are sticky fluffs protection for listeners? (8)EARMUFFS[B]
10 Yearn to have saint's sleepwear (4,5) LONG JOHNS
11 These can be pulled up to improve slugs (5) [B]SOCKS
12 Note: Producers love Bank of England's point (5) OBOES
13 Burning desire to evacuate panicky European country (9) PYROMANIA
14 Showed woman embracing Congress party leader in Delhi (7) EVINCED
16 ‘Nothing = anda' moving ... (4) NADA
19 ..novel of Azeem Malik (4)EMMA
21 Cloth left by Florida girl (7)FLANNEL
24 Subcontract? Not in the beginning (9)
25 Joint promotion of note by a German (3-2) TIE-IN
26 Puff to abandon Boxing League (5)
27 Fizzy cola I imported, in bulk, to mix in America (9)
28 President stops to exercise and starts to learn yoga with great skill (8) EXPERTLY
29 Slur cast on Washington's animal (6)

Down
1 Jumper to stop near the curb (8) PULLOVER
2 New Orleans section of bible team caught by commander is safe (8) NONTOXIC
3 Expression of surprise by leader of Japan's pilgrims (5) HAJIS
5 A loser at last escaped in the same manner (4-3) ALSO-RAN
6 Popular channels of radio for example (5,4)
7 Opposite fellow finishing with great success (6)FACING
8 Parade band has a yard (6)
9 Formed spill spreading around state (6) SHAPED
15 One who provides relief to person who arrives to besiege army post (9)
17 Bury India's gold inside (8)INTERIOR
18 Stakes having long and lean covers (8)
20 Spray from rough sea or periphery of oceanic lake (7)
21 Run away from church's swindle (6)
22 Revolutionary force to finally conquer Canadian province (6)
23 An African adapted 'The Moon Prince' (6)
25 Blowing air at a royal band (5)TIARA

[Russellbew]

Across
1 Penny on political satirist's cloak (6) PONCHO
4 Are sticky fluffs protection for listeners? (8)EARMUFFS[B]
10 Yearn to have saint's sleepwear (4,5) LONG JOHNS
11 These can be pulled up to improve slugs (5) SOCKS
12 Note: Producers love Bank of England's point (5) OBOES
13 Burning desire to evacuate panicky European country (9) PYROMANIA
14 Showed woman embracing Congress party leader in Delhi (7) EVINCED
16 ‘Nothing = anda' moving ... (4) NADA
19 ..novel of Azeem Malik (4)EMMA
21 Cloth left by Florida girl (7)FLANNEL
24 Subcontract? Not in the beginning (9)
25 Joint promotion of note by a German (3-2) TIE-IN
26 Puff to abandon Boxing League (5)
27 Fizzy cola I imported, in bulk, to mix in America (9) [B]SOCIALIZE
28 President stops to exercise and starts to learn yoga with great skill (8) EXPERTLY
29 Slur cast on Washington's animal (6) WALRUS

Down
1 Jumper to stop near the curb (8) PULLOVER
2 New Orleans section of bible team caught by commander is safe (8) NONTOXIC
3 Expression of surprise by leader of Japan's pilgrims (5) HAJIS
5 A loser at last escaped in the same manner (4-3) ALSO-RAN
6 Popular channels of radio for example (5,4)
7 Opposite fellow finishing with great success (6)FACING
8 Parade band has a yard (6)
9 Formed spill spreading around state (6) SHAPED
15 One who provides relief to person who arrives to besiege army post (9)
17 Bury India's gold inside (8)INTERIOR
18 Stakes having long and lean covers (8) BLANKETS
20 Spray from rough sea or periphery of oceanic lake (7) AEROSOL
21 Run away from church's swindle (6) FLEECE
22 Revolutionary force to finally conquer Canadian province (6)
23 An African adapted 'The Moon Prince' (6)
25 Blowing air at a royal band (5)TIARA

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
1 Penny on political satirist's cloak (6) PONCHO
4 Are sticky fluffs protection for listeners? (8)[B]EARMUFFS[B]
10 Yearn to have saint's sleepwear (4,5) LONG JOHNS
11 These can be pulled up to improve slugs (5) SOCKS
12 Note: Producers love Bank of England's point (5) OBOES
13 Burning desire to evacuate panicky European country (9) PYROMANIA
14 Showed woman embracing Congress party leader in Delhi (7) EVINCED
16 ‘Nothing = anda' moving ... (4) NADA
19 ..novel of Azeem Malik (4)EMMA
21 Cloth left by Florida girl (7)FLANNEL
24 Subcontract? Not in the beginning (9)OUTSOURCE
25 Joint promotion of note by a German (3-2) TIE-IN
26 Puff to abandon Boxing League (5)QUILT
27 Fizzy cola I imported, in bulk, to mix in America (9) SOCIALIZE
28 President stops to exercise and starts to learn yoga with great skill (8) EXPERTLY
29 Slur cast on Washington's animal (6) WALRUS

Down
1 Jumper to stop near the curb (8) PULLOVER
2 New Orleans section of bible team caught by commander is safe (8) NONTOXIC
3 Expression of surprise by leader of Japan's pilgrims (5) HAJIS
5 A loser at last escaped in the same manner (4-3) ALSO-RAN
6 Popular channels of radio for example (5,4)MASS MEDIA
7 Opposite fellow finishing with great success (6)FACING
8 Parade band has a yard (6)SASHAY
9 Formed spill spreading around state (6) SHAPED
15 One who provides relief to person who arrives to besiege army post (9)COMFORTER
17 Bury India's gold inside (8)INTERIOR
18 Stakes having long and lean covers (8) BLANKETS
20 Spray from rough sea or periphery of oceanic lake (7) AEROSOL
21 Run away from church's swindle (6) FLEECE
22 Revolutionary force to finally conquer Canadian province (6)TORQUE
23 An African adapted 'The Moon Prince' (6)ETHIOP
25 Blowing air at a royal band (5)TIARA

:clap::clap::clap: The pangram is a little tough!

[deepakgita]

Across
1 … for every male at one time makes a pass (6) PERMIT
4 Aura coming from a bishop through presence at church (8) AMBIENCE
10 Go the roundabout way to collect people in shifts (9) MOVEMENTS
11 Animal arrived and left (5) CAMEL
12 and 13ac. Perhaps lip service by America brought in change and close relations (7,7)
13 See 12ac.
14 Capture one in revolutionary network (4)
15 Prison hospitals in Ground Zero at last (10) LAZARETTOS
19 Wandering about in archaeological sites on grass (10)
20 Black bottled beer having sufficient power? Quite the contrary (4)
23 Extract concession from mummy's boy (7)
26 Made uneasy in superb world of scholars (7)
27 Land shown in terrain diagram (5)
28 Extinct reptile that's made us so great (9)
29 Starting at last, the train initially goes around slums (8)
30 Stalk contained in plant (6)

Down
1 Politician stuffed, throwin' up fruit (7)
2 Mad about his upset knockout (9)
3 Merchant, film producer on a first-name basis as per one society post (6)
5 Score in total going up to one hundred (5)
6 Covers note entered in helpful hints (8)
7 One follows the point of writing about onset of monsoon clouds (5)
8 Recruits listen carefully to chief of staff (7)
9 Setters use these collections of anecdotes to carry weight (8)
16 Toughened, rough and lean, filled with energy (8)
17 Model's talented state reaching a plateau (9)
18 Songbird reportedly studied at dawn (8)
19 Extremely critical sign in madhouse covered up (7)
21 This may be raised in surprise if Baywatch moves up a rank (7)
22 Rubber shoe, also plastic, in general, hard (6)
24 Deposit of gold supply on earth (5)
25 Head holds small stick (5)

Grid at http://www.thehindu.com/todays-paper/tp-miscellaneous/the-hindu-crossword-11018/article5727669.ece

[pammechchu]

Across
1 … for every male at one time makes a pass (6) PERMIT
4 Aura coming from a bishop through presence at church (8) AMBIENCE
10 Go the roundabout way to collect people in shifts (9) MOVEMENTS
11 Animal arrived and left (5) CAMEL
12 and 13ac. Perhaps lip service by America brought in change and close relations (7,7) KISSING COUSINS
13 See 12ac.
14 Capture one in revolutionary network (4)
15 Prison hospitals in Ground Zero at last (10) LAZARETTOS
19 Wandering about in archaeological sites on grass (10)
20 Black bottled beer having sufficient power? Quite the contrary (4)
23 Extract concession from mummy's boy (7)
26 Made uneasy in superb world of scholars (7)
27 Land shown in terrain diagram (5)
28 Extinct reptile that's made us so great (9)
29 Starting at last, the train initially goes around slums (8)
30 Stalk contained in plant (6)
Down
1 Politician stuffed, throwin' up fruit (7)
2 Mad about his upset knockout (9)
3 Merchant, film producer on a first-name basis as per one society post (6) ISMAIL
5 Score in total going up to one hundred (5)
6 Covers note entered in helpful hints (8)
7 One follows the point of writing about onset of monsoon clouds (5) NIMBI
8 Recruits listen carefully to chief of staff (7)
9 Setters use these collections of anecdotes to carry weight (8) ANAGRAMS
16 Toughened, rough and lean, filled with energy (8)
17 Model's talented state reaching a plateau (9) TABLELAND
18 Songbird reportedly studied at dawn (8)
19 Extremely critical sign in madhouse covered up (7)
21 This may be raised in surprise if Baywatch moves up a rank (7)
22 Rubber shoe, also plastic, in general, hard (6)
24 Deposit of gold supply on earth (5)
25 Head holds small stick (5)

[pammechchu]

THANKS cOL... YOU GOT ME GOING.....

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
1 … for every male at one time makes a pass (6) PERMIT
4 Aura coming from a bishop through presence at church (8) AMBIENCE
10 Go the roundabout way to collect people in shifts (9) MOVEMENTS
11 Animal arrived and left (5) CAMEL
12 and 13ac. Perhaps lip service by America brought in change and close relations (7,7) KISSING COUSINS
13 See 12ac.
14 Capture one in revolutionary network (4)
15 Prison hospitals in Ground Zero at last (10) LAZARETTOS
19 Wandering about in archaeological sites on grass (10)
20 Black bottled beer having sufficient power? Quite the contrary (4)
23 Extract concession from mummy's boy (7)
26 Made uneasy in superb world of scholars (7)
27 Land shown in terrain diagram (5)INDIA
28 Extinct reptile that's made us so great (9)
29 Starting at last, the train initially goes around slums (8)
30 Stalk contained in plant (6)
Down
1 Politician stuffed, throwin' up fruit (7)PUMPKIN
2 Mad about his upset knockout (9)
3 Merchant, film producer on a first-name basis as per one society post (6) ISMAIL
5 Score in total going up to one hundred (5)MUSIC
6 Covers note entered in helpful hints (8)INCLUDES
7 One follows the point of writing about onset of monsoon clouds (5) NIMBI
8 Recruits listen carefully to chief of staff (7)
9 Setters use these collections of anecdotes to carry weight (8) ANAGRAMS
16 Toughened, rough and lean, filled with energy (8)
17 Model's talented state reaching a plateau (9) TABLELAND
18 Songbird reportedly studied at dawn (8)
19 Extremely critical sign in madhouse covered up (7)
21 This may be raised in surprise if Baywatch moves up a rank (7)EYEBROW
22 Rubber shoe, also plastic, in general, hard (6)
24 Deposit of gold supply on earth (5)
25 Head holds small stick (5)

[sandhya.p61]

Across
1 … for every male at one time makes a pass (6) PERMIT
4 Aura coming from a bishop through presence at church (8) AMBIENCE
10 Go the roundabout way to collect people in shifts (9) MOVEMENTS
11 Animal arrived and left (5) CAMEL
12 and 13ac. Perhaps lip service by America brought in change and close relations (7,7) KISSING COUSINS
13 See 12ac.
14 Capture one in revolutionary network (4) NAIL
15 Prison hospitals in Ground Zero at last (10) LAZARETTOS
19 Wandering about in archaeological sites on grass (10) DIGRESSING
20 Black bottled beer having sufficient power? Quite the contrary (4)
23 Extract concession from mummy's boy (7)
26 Made uneasy in superb world of scholars (7)
27 Land shown in terrain diagram (5)INDIA
28 Extinct reptile that's made us so great (9) STEGOSAUR
29 Starting at last, the train initially goes around slums (8)
30 Stalk contained in plant (6)

Down
1 Politician stuffed, throwin' up fruit (7)PUMPKIN
2 Mad about his upset knockout (9) RAVISHING
3 Merchant, film producer on a first-name basis as per one society post (6) ISMAIL
5 Score in total going up to one hundred (5)MUSIC
6 Covers note entered in helpful hints (8)INCLUDES
7 One follows the point of writing about onset of monsoon clouds (5) NIMBI
8 Recruits listen carefully to chief of staff (7)
9 Setters use these collections of anecdotes to carry weight (8) ANAGRAMS
16 Toughened, rough and lean, filled with energy (8) ANNEALED
17 Model's talented state reaching a plateau (9) TABLELAND
18 Songbird reportedly studied at dawn (8)
19 Extremely critical sign in madhouse covered up (7)
21 This may be raised in surprise if Baywatch moves up a rank (7)EYEBROW
22 Rubber shoe, also plastic, in general, hard (6)
24 Deposit of gold supply on earth (5)
25 Head holds small stick (5)

[Russellbew]

Across
1 … for every male at one time makes a pass (6) PERMIT
4 Aura coming from a bishop through presence at church (8) AMBIENCE
10 Go the roundabout way to collect people in shifts (9) MOVEMENTS
11 Animal arrived and left (5) CAMEL
12 and 13ac. Perhaps lip service by America brought in change and close relations (7,7) KISSING COUSINS
13 See 12ac.
14 Capture one in revolutionary network (4) NAIL
15 Prison hospitals in Ground Zero at last (10) LAZARETTOS
19 Wandering about in archaeological sites on grass (10) DIGRESSING
20 Black bottled beer having sufficient power? Quite the contrary (4)
23 Extract concession from mummy's boy (7)
26 Made uneasy in superb world of scholars (7)
27 Land shown in terrain diagram (5)INDIA
28 Extinct reptile that's made us so great (9) STEGOSAUR
29 Starting at last, the train initially goes around slums (8)
30 Stalk contained in plant (6)

Down
1 Politician stuffed, throwin' up fruit (7)PUMPKIN
2 Mad about his upset knockout (9) RAVISHING
3 Merchant, film producer on a first-name basis as per one society post (6) ISMAIL
5 Score in total going up to one hundred (5)MUSIC
6 Covers note entered in helpful hints (8)INCLUDES
7 One follows the point of writing about onset of monsoon clouds (5) NIMBI
8 Recruits listen carefully to chief of staff (7) ENLISTS
9 Setters use these collections of anecdotes to carry weight (8) ANAGRAMS
16 Toughened, rough and lean, filled with energy (8) ANNEALED
17 Model's talented state reaching a plateau (9) TABLELAND
18 Songbird reportedly studied at dawn (8) REDSTART
19 Extremely critical sign in madhouse covered up (7)
21 This may be raised in surprise if Baywatch moves up a rank (7)EYEBROW
22 Rubber shoe, also plastic, in general, hard (6) GALOSH
24 Deposit of gold supply on earth (5) LODGE
25 Head holds small stick (5) PASTE

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
1 … for every male at one time makes a pass (6) PERMIT
4 Aura coming from a bishop through presence at church (8) AMBIENCE
10 Go the roundabout way to collect people in shifts (9) MOVEMENTS
11 Animal arrived and left (5) CAMEL
12 and 13ac. Perhaps lip service by America brought in change and close relations (7,7) KISSING COUSINS
13 See 12ac.
14 Capture one in revolutionary network (4) NAIL
15 Prison hospitals in Ground Zero at last (10) LAZARETTOS
19 Wandering about in archaeological sites on grass (10) DIGRESSING
20 Black bottled beer having sufficient power? Quite the contrary (4)ABLE
23 Extract concession from mummy's boy (7)MILKSOP
26 Made uneasy in superb world of scholars (7)ACADEME
27 Land shown in terrain diagram (5)INDIA
28 Extinct reptile that's made us so great (9) STEGOSAUR
29 Starting at last, the train initially goes around slums (8)GHETTOES
30 Stalk contained in plant (6)SHADOW

Down
1 Politician stuffed, throwin' up fruit (7)PUMPKIN
2 Mad about his upset knockout (9) RAVISHING
3 Merchant, film producer on a first-name basis as per one society post (6) ISMAIL
5 Score in total going up to one hundred (5)MUSIC
6 Covers note entered in helpful hints (8)INCLUDES
7 One follows the point of writing about onset of monsoon clouds (5) NIMBI
8 Recruits listen carefully to chief of staff (7) ENLISTS
9 Setters use these collections of anecdotes to carry weight (8) ANAGRAMS
16 Toughened, rough and lean, filled with energy (8) ANNEALED
17 Model's talented state reaching a plateau (9) TABLELAND
18 Songbird reportedly studied at dawn (8) REDSTART
19 Extremely critical sign in madhouse covered up (7)DAMNING
21 This may be raised in surprise if Baywatch moves up a rank (7)EYEBROW
22 Rubber shoe, also plastic, in general, hard (6) GALOSH
24 Deposit of gold supply on earth (5) LODGE
25 Head holds small stick (5) PASTE

:clap::clap::clap: Very good!

[deepakgita]

Across
1 Tyrant flycatcher gets public health award, catching insects essentially (6) PHOEBE
4 Play a musical instrument imbibing spirit at hospital, leading to grumpy disapproval (8) HARRUMPH
10 and 11ac. One essentially set upon any path by a dissatisfied person (3,1,5,5,) NOT A HAPPY BUNNY
11 See 10ac
12 Is filling included with gold tooth? (7) INCISOR
13 Rakish bent to cap of Indian hunter (7) SHIKARI
14 Swallow piece of tobacco going the wrong way (4)
15 Audience displaying number in a town ball (10)
19 Carthorse sadly led amiss in church (10)
20 A revolutionary magazine being a medium for culturer(4)
23 Outrage to examine backward youth (7)
26 Corpse stands (7)
27 Drunk man will be loose- limbed (5)
28 Similar instance earlier brought pressure to withdraw book (9)
29 Highlights in primarily straight hair (8)
30 Joined latter half of battle with courage (6)

Down
1 Approaching nail biting finish, header in goal (7)
2 Jerk, boring, over-friendly by sight (9)
3 Man in supreme command (6)
5 Donkey crossing through gorge (5)
6 Resolution framed to make reforms (8)
7 End up nursing an obsession (5)
8 Chaotic rent controls way out of hand (7)
9 Lively trip dies off (8)
16 Swollen, becoming rather big in conclusion (8)
17 Offhand, one can leave gelignite stable without nitrogen (9)
18 Unnecessary social security bound to irritate (8)
19 Social circles perhaps without large, palatial buildings (7)
21 Decorative ribbon reflecting gold-trimmed sofa (7)
22 Block covered by slim pedestrian (6)
24 A prison in riot (5)
25 Interval for drinks beginning to end (5)

Grid at http://www.thehindu.com/todays-paper/tp-miscellaneous/the-hindu-crossword-11018/article5727669.ece

[pammechchu]

Across
1 Tyrant flycatcher gets public health award, catching insects essentially (6) PHOEBE
4 Play a musical instrument imbibing spirit at hospital, leading to grumpy disapproval (8) HARRUMPH
10 and 11ac. One essentially set upon any path by a dissatisfied person (3,1,5,5,) NOT A HAPPY BUNNY
11 See 10ac
12 Is filling included with gold tooth? (7) INCISOR
13 Rakish bent to cap of Indian hunter (7) SHIKARI
14 Swallow piece of tobacco going the wrong way (4)
15 Audience displaying number in a town ball (10)
19 Carthorse sadly led amiss in church (10)
20 A revolutionary magazine being a medium for culturer(4) AGAR
23 Outrage to examine backward youth (7)
26 Corpse stands (7)
27 Drunk man will be loose- limbed (5)
28 Similar instance earlier brought pressure to withdraw book (9)
29 Highlights in primarily straight hair (8)
30 Joined latter half of battle with courage (6)
Down
1 Approaching nail biting finish, header in goal (7)
2 Jerk, boring, over-friendly by sight (9)
3 Man in supreme command (6)
5 Donkey crossing through gorge (5) ABYSS
6 Resolution framed to make reforms (8)
7 End up nursing an obsession (5)
8 Chaotic rent controls way out of hand (7) HAYWIRE
9 Lively trip dies off (8)
16 Swollen, becoming rather big in conclusion (8)
17 Offhand, one can leave gelignite stable without nitrogen (9) NEGLIGENT
18 Unnecessary social security bound to irritate (8)
19 Social circles perhaps without large, palatial buildings (7)
21 Decorative ribbon reflecting gold-trimmed sofa (7) ROSETTE
22 Block covered by slim pedestrian (6)
24 A prison in riot (5)
25 Interval for drinks beginning to end (5)

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
1 Tyrant flycatcher gets public health award, catching insects essentially (6) PHOEBE
4 Play a musical instrument imbibing spirit at hospital, leading to grumpy disapproval (8) HARRUMPH
10 and 11ac. One essentially set upon any path by a dissatisfied person (3,1,5,5,) NOT A HAPPY BUNNY
11 See 10ac
12 Is filling included with gold tooth? (7) INCISOR
13 Rakish bent to cap of Indian hunter (7) SHIKARI
14 Swallow piece of tobacco going the wrong way (4)
15 Audience displaying number in a town ball (10)ATTENDANCE
19 Carthorse sadly led amiss in church (10)
20 A revolutionary magazine being a medium for culturer(4) AGAR
23 Outrage to examine backward youth (7)
26 Corpse stands (7)
27 Drunk man will be loose- limbed (5)
28 Similar instance earlier brought pressure to withdraw book (9)
29 Highlights in primarily straight hair (8)
30 Joined latter half of battle with courage (6)METTLE
Down
1 Approaching nail biting finish, header in goal (7)
2 Jerk, boring, over-friendly by sight (9)
3 Man in supreme command (6)
5 Donkey crossing through gorge (5) ABYSS
6 Resolution framed to make reforms (8)
7 End up nursing an obsession (5)
8 Chaotic rent controls way out of hand (7) HAYWIRE
9 Lively trip dies off (8)SPIRITED
16 Swollen, becoming rather big in conclusion (8)ENLARGED
17 Offhand, one can leave gelignite stable without nitrogen (9) NEGLIGENT
18 Unnecessary social security bound to irritate (8)NEEDLESS
19 Social circles perhaps without large, palatial buildings (7)
21 Decorative ribbon reflecting gold-trimmed sofa (7) ROSETTE
22 Block covered by slim pedestrian (6)
24 A prison in riot (5)
25 Interval for drinks beginning to end (5)

[Russellbew]

Across
1 Tyrant flycatcher gets public health award, catching insects essentially (6) PHOEBE
4 Play a musical instrument imbibing spirit at hospital, leading to grumpy disapproval (8) HARRUMPH
10 and 11ac. One essentially set upon any path by a dissatisfied person (3,1,5,5,) NOT A HAPPY BUNNY
11 See 10ac
12 Is filling included with gold tooth? (7) INCISOR
13 Rakish bent to cap of Indian hunter (7) SHIKARI
14 Swallow piece of tobacco going the wrong way (4)
15 Audience displaying number in a town ball (10)ATTENDANCE
19 Carthorse sadly led amiss in church (10)
20 A revolutionary magazine being a medium for culturer(4) AGAR
23 Outrage to examine backward youth (7) SCANDAL
26 Corpse stands (7) REMAINS
27 Drunk man will be loose- limbed (5)
28 Similar instance earlier brought pressure to withdraw book (9) PRECEDENT
29 Highlights in primarily straight hair (8)
30 Joined latter half of battle with courage (6)METTLE
Down
1 Approaching nail biting finish, header in goal (7)
2 Jerk, boring, over-friendly by sight (9)
3 Man in supreme command (6) BEHEST
5 Donkey crossing through gorge (5) ABYSS
6 Resolution framed to make reforms (8)
7 End up nursing an obsession (5) MANIA
8 Chaotic rent controls way out of hand (7) HAYWIRE
9 Lively trip dies off (8)SPIRITED
16 Swollen, becoming rather big in conclusion (8)ENLARGED
17 Offhand, one can leave gelignite stable without nitrogen (9) NEGLIGENT
18 Unnecessary social security bound to irritate (8)NEEDLESS
19 Social circles perhaps without large, palatial buildings (7)
21 Decorative ribbon reflecting gold-trimmed sofa (7) ROSETTE
22 Block covered by slim pedestrian (6)
24 A prison in riot (5)
25 Interval for drinks beginning to end (5)

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
1 Tyrant flycatcher gets public health award, catching insects essentially (6) PHOEBE
4 Play a musical instrument imbibing spirit at hospital, leading to grumpy disapproval (8) HARRUMPH
10 and 11ac. One essentially set upon any path by a dissatisfied person (3,1,5,5,) NOT A HAPPY BUNNY
11 See 10ac
12 Is filling included with gold tooth? (7) INCISOR
13 Rakish bent to cap of Indian hunter (7) SHIKARI
14 Swallow piece of tobacco going the wrong way (4)GULP
15 Audience displaying number in a town ball (10)ATTENDANCE
19 Carthorse sadly led amiss in church (10)CLYDESDALE
20 A revolutionary magazine being a medium for culturer(4) AGAR
23 Outrage to examine backward youth (7) SCANDAL
26 Corpse stands (7) REMAINS
27 Drunk man will be loose- limbed (5)LITHE
28 Similar instance earlier brought pressure to withdraw book (9) PRECEDENT
29 Highlights in primarily straight hair (8)STRESSES
30 Joined latter half of battle with courage (6)METTLE
Down
1 Approaching nail biting finish, header in goal (7)PENDING
2 Jerk, boring, over-friendly by sight (9)OPTICALLY
3 Man in supreme command (6) BEHEST
5 Donkey crossing through gorge (5) ABYSS
6 Resolution framed to make reforms (8)REBUILDS
7 End up nursing an obsession (5) MANIA
8 Chaotic rent controls way out of hand (7) HAYWIRE
9 Lively trip dies off (8)SPIRITED
16 Swollen, becoming rather big in conclusion (8)ENLARGED
17 Offhand, one can leave gelignite stable without nitrogen (9) NEGLIGENT
18 Unnecessary social security bound to irritate (8)NEEDLESS
19 Social circles perhaps without large, palatial buildings (7)CASTLES
21 Decorative ribbon reflecting gold-trimmed sofa (7) ROSETTE
22 Block covered by slim pedestrian (6)IMPEDE
24 A prison in riot (5)ASTIR
25 Interval for drinks beginning to end (5)LAPSE

:clap::clap::clap: Very good!

[deepakgita]

ACROSS
1 Take place subsequently — be certain to skip right (5)
4 Have a malfunction of this and you may become a laughing stock (8)
9 Enjoy having a topless dress (3)
10 Sere — like some wit (3)
11 Of an insect with a desire to smother snake (7)
12 Utter a clamorous shout — its value is little (4)
13 Leader of India to talk endlessly, getting an industrial action modified internally (10)
15 I must be embraced by French maidservant or lady gangster (6)
16 Some dog gets woman's garment hidden by boy and men (8)
17 Here inmates do little to recover (4,4)
20 Extract, retrieved from song, is needed for naval officer (6)
23 Abroad, one hears these unpleasant facts about oneself (4,6)
24 Lively lamentation? (4)
27 E-bola, for one, porter intended to declare (7)
28 Dove's cry not soft in bird cage (3)
29 Bonfire remnant has disintegrated (3)
30 Yalta tec breeds “queen of orchids” (8)
31 Bitter and odd haul by Hindu mystic (5)

DOWN
1 Extended period to cope, somehow, with Hindu leader (5)
2 Inseminated around hillock with MO away in the evening (7)
3 Nelson __: American singer (4)
4 Gate — place to intercept unexpectedly (6)
5 Wet behind ears, lawyer at odds with unanalyzed information (3,4)
6 Inn where nature and arts strive to give one hospitality (10)
7 Took initiative following short wife and kept control (7)
8 Hinder somewhat about fifty going after Catholic minors (8)
14 City's hub — far up, by the way (4,6)
15 Happy occasion — maybe third in recess (8)
18 Is Alamo the place you're looking for? No, an African nation (7)
19 Lawman of Canada to have doctor free (7)
21 Darn lie about Limerick's place (7)
22 Rumba relative fetches Indian uncle (6)
25 Eh! Run madly for children's favourite leader (5)
26 No vital employees — but they have teeth! (4)

3712

[pammechchu]

ACROSS
1 Take place subsequently — be certain to skip right (5)
4 Have a malfunction of this and you may become a laughing stock (8)
9 Enjoy having a topless dress (3)
10 Sere — like some wit (3)
11 Of an insect with a desire to smother snake (7)
12 Utter a clamorous shout — its value is little (4)
13 Leader of India to talk endlessly, getting an industrial action modified internally (10)
15 I must be embraced by French maidservant or lady gangster (6)
16 Some dog gets woman's garment hidden by boy and men (8)
17 Here inmates do little to recover (4,4)
20 Extract, retrieved from song, is needed for naval officer (6)
23 Abroad, one hears these unpleasant facts about oneself (4,6) HOME TRUTHS
24 Lively lamentation? (4)
27 E-bola, for one, porter intended to declare (7)
28 Dove's cry not soft in bird cage (3)
29 Bonfire remnant has disintegrated (3)
30 Yalta tec breeds “queen of orchids” (8) CATTLEYA
31 Bitter and odd haul by Hindu mystic (5)
DOWN
1 Extended period to cope, somehow, with Hindu leader (5)
2 Inseminated around hillock with MO away in the evening (7)
3 Nelson __: American singer (4)
4 Gate — place to intercept unexpectedly (6)
5 Wet behind ears, lawyer at odds with unanalyzed information (3,4)
6 Inn where nature and arts strive to give one hospitality (10)
7 Took initiative following short wife and kept control (7)
8 Hinder somewhat about fifty going after Catholic minors (8)
14 City's hub — far up, by the way (4,6)
15 Happy occasion — maybe third in recess (8)
18 Is Alamo the place you're looking for? No, an African nation (7) SOMALIA
19 Lawman of Canada to have doctor free (7) MOUNTIE
21 Darn lie about Limerick's place (7)
22 Rumba relative fetches Indian uncle (6)
25 Eh! Run madly for children's favourite leader (5) NEHRU
26 No vital employees — but they have teeth! (4)

[deepakgita]

ACROSS
1 Take place subsequently — be certain to skip right (5)
4 Have a malfunction of this and you may become a laughing stock (8) WARDROBE
9 Enjoy having a topless dress (3)
10 Sere — like some wit (3)
11 Of an insect with a desire to smother snake (7)
12 Utter a clamorous shout — its value is little (4)
13 Leader of India to talk endlessly, getting an industrial action modified internally (10) JAWAHARLAL
15 I must be embraced by French maidservant or lady gangster (6)
16 Some dog gets woman's garment hidden by boy and men (8)
17 Here inmates do little to recover (4,4)
20 Extract, retrieved from song, is needed for naval officer (6)
23 Abroad, one hears these unpleasant facts about oneself (4,6) HOME TRUTHS
24 Lively lamentation? (4)
27 E-bola, for one, porter intended to declare (7)
28 Dove's cry not soft in bird cage (3)
29 Bonfire remnant has disintegrated (3)
30 Yalta tec breeds “queen of orchids” (8) CATTLEYA
31 Bitter and odd haul by Hindu mystic (5)

DOWN
1 Extended period to cope, somehow, with Hindu leader (5)
2 Inseminated around hillock with MO away in the evening (7)
3 Nelson __: American singer (4)
4 Gate — place to intercept unexpectedly (6)
5 Wet behind ears, lawyer at odds with unanalyzed information (3,4) RAW DATA
6 Inn where nature and arts strive to give one hospitality (10)
7 Took initiative following short wife and kept control (7)
8 Hinder somewhat about fifty going after Catholic minors (8) CHILDREN
14 City's hub — far up, by the way (4,6)
15 Happy occasion — maybe third in recess (8) BIRTHDAY
18 Is Alamo the place you're looking for? No, an African nation (7) SOMALIA
19 Lawman of Canada to have doctor free (7) MOUNTIE
21 Darn lie about Limerick's place (7)
22 Rumba relative fetches Indian uncle (6)
25 Eh! Run madly for children's favourite leader (5) NEHRU
26 No vital employees — but they have teeth! (4)

[sandhya.p61]

ACROSS
1 Take place subsequently — be certain to skip right (5)
4 Have a malfunction of this and you may become a laughing stock (8) WARDROBE
9 Enjoy having a topless dress (3)
10 Sere — like some wit (3)
11 Of an insect with a desire to smother snake (7)
12 Utter a clamorous shout — its value is little (4)
13 Leader of India to talk endlessly, getting an industrial action modified internally (10) JAWAHARLAL
15 I must be embraced by French maidservant or lady gangster (6)BONNIE
16 Some dog gets woman's garment hidden by boy and men (8)LABRADOR
17 Here inmates do little to recover (4,4)
20 Extract, retrieved from song, is needed for naval officer (6)
23 Abroad, one hears these unpleasant facts about oneself (4,6) HOME TRUTHS
24 Lively lamentation? (4)
27 E-bola, for one, porter intended to declare (7)
28 Dove's cry not soft in bird cage (3)
29 Bonfire remnant has disintegrated (3)
30 Yalta tec breeds “queen of orchids” (8) CATTLEYA
31 Bitter and odd haul by Hindu mystic (5)

DOWN
1 Extended period to cope, somehow, with Hindu leader (5)
2 Inseminated around hillock with MO away in the evening (7)SUNDOWN
3 Nelson __: American singer (4)
4 Gate — place to intercept unexpectedly (6)
5 Wet behind ears, lawyer at odds with unanalyzed information (3,4) RAW DATA
6 Inn where nature and arts strive to give one hospitality (10)
7 Took initiative following short wife and kept control (7)
8 Hinder somewhat about fifty going after Catholic minors (8) CHILDREN
14 City's hub — far up, by the way (4,6)HIGH STREET
15 Happy occasion — maybe third in recess (8) BIRTHDAY
18 Is Alamo the place you're looking for? No, an African nation (7) SOMALIA
19 Lawman of Canada to have doctor free (7) MOUNTIE
21 Darn lie about Limerick's place (7)
22 Rumba relative fetches Indian uncle (6) CHACHA
25 Eh! Run madly for children's favourite leader (5) NEHRU
26 No vital employees — but they have teeth! (4)

[pavalamani pragasam]

ACROSS
1 Take place subsequently — be certain to skip right (5)
4 Have a malfunction of this and you may become a laughing stock (8) WARDROBE
9 Enjoy having a topless dress (3)OWN
10 Sere — like some wit (3)
11 Of an insect with a desire to smother snake (7)WASPISH
12 Utter a clamorous shout — its value is little (4)HOOT
13 Leader of India to talk endlessly, getting an industrial action modified internally (10) JAWAHARLAL
15 I must be embraced by French maidservant or lady gangster (6)BONNIE
16 Some dog gets woman's garment hidden by boy and men (8)LABRADOR
17 Here inmates do little to recover (4,4)
20 Extract, retrieved from song, is needed for naval officer (6)
23 Abroad, one hears these unpleasant facts about oneself (4,6) HOME TRUTHS
24 Lively lamentation? (4)
27 E-bola, for one, porter intended to declare (7)
28 Dove's cry not soft in bird cage (3)COO
29 Bonfire remnant has disintegrated (3)ASH
30 Yalta tec breeds “queen of orchids” (8) CATTLEYA
31 Bitter and odd haul by Hindu mystic (5)

DOWN
1 Extended period to cope, somehow, with Hindu leader (5)
2 Inseminated around hillock with MO away in the evening (7)SUNDOWN
3 Nelson __: American singer (4)
4 Gate — place to intercept unexpectedly (6)
5 Wet behind ears, lawyer at odds with unanalyzed information (3,4) RAW DATA
6 Inn where nature and arts strive to give one hospitality (10)
7 Took initiative following short wife and kept control (7)
8 Hinder somewhat about fifty going after Catholic minors (8) CHILDREN
14 City's hub — far up, by the way (4,6)HIGH STREET
15 Happy occasion — maybe third in recess (8) BIRTHDAY
18 Is Alamo the place you're looking for? No, an African nation (7) SOMALIA
19 Lawman of Canada to have doctor free (7) MOUNTIE
21 Darn lie about Limerick's place (7)
22 Rumba relative fetches Indian uncle (6) CHACHA
25 Eh! Run madly for children's favourite leader (5) NEHRU
26 No vital employees — but they have teeth! (4)

[Russellbew]

ACROSS
1 Take place subsequently — be certain to skip right (5) ENSUE
4 Have a malfunction of this and you may become a laughing stock (8) WARDROBE
9 Enjoy having a topless dress (3)OWN
10 Sere — like some wit (3)
11 Of an insect with a desire to smother snake (7)WASPISH
12 Utter a clamorous shout — its value is little (4)HOOT
13 Leader of India to talk endlessly, getting an industrial action modified internally (10) JAWAHARLAL
15 I must be embraced by French maidservant or lady gangster (6)BONNIE
16 Some dog gets woman's garment hidden by boy and men (8)LABRADOR
17 Here inmates do little to recover (4,4)
20 Extract, retrieved from song, is needed for naval officer (6)
23 Abroad, one hears these unpleasant facts about oneself (4,6) HOME TRUTHS
24 Lively lamentation? (4)
27 E-bola, for one, porter intended to declare (7) AILMENT
28 Dove's cry not soft in bird cage (3)COO
29 Bonfire remnant has disintegrated (3)ASH
30 Yalta tec breeds “queen of orchids” (8) CATTLEYA
31 Bitter and odd haul by Hindu mystic (5) SADHU

DOWN
1 Extended period to cope, somehow, with Hindu leader (5) EPOCH
2 Inseminated around hillock with MO away in the evening (7)SUNDOWN
3 Nelson __: American singer (4)
4 Gate — place to intercept unexpectedly (6)
5 Wet behind ears, lawyer at odds with unanalyzed information (3,4) RAW DATA
6 Inn where nature and arts strive to give one hospitality (10) RESTAURANT
7 Took initiative following short wife and kept control (7)
8 Hinder somewhat about fifty going after Catholic minors (8) CHILDREN
14 City's hub — far up, by the way (4,6)HIGH STREET
15 Happy occasion — maybe third in recess (8) BIRTHDAY
18 Is Alamo the place you're looking for? No, an African nation (7) SOMALIA
19 Lawman of Canada to have doctor free (7) MOUNTIE
21 Darn lie about Limerick's place (7)
22 Rumba relative fetches Indian uncle (6) CHACHA
25 Eh! Run madly for children's favourite leader (5) NEHRU
26 No vital employees — but they have teeth! (4)

[spchennai]

ACROSS
1 Take place subsequently — be certain to skip right (5) ENSUE
4 Have a malfunction of this and you may become a laughing stock (8) WARDROBE
9 Enjoy having a topless dress (3)OWN
10 Sere — like some wit (3)
11 Of an insect with a desire to smother snake (7)WASPISH
12 Utter a clamorous shout — its value is little (4)HOOT
13 Leader of India to talk endlessly, getting an industrial action modified internally (10) JAWAHARLAL
15 I must be embraced by French maidservant or lady gangster (6)BONNIE
16 Some dog gets woman's garment hidden by boy and men (8)LABRADOR
17 Here inmates do little to recover (4,4) REST HOME
20 Extract, retrieved from song, is needed for naval officer (6)
23 Abroad, one hears these unpleasant facts about oneself (4,6) HOME TRUTHS
24 Lively lamentation? (4)
27 E-bola, for one, porter intended to declare (7) AILMENT
28 Dove's cry not soft in bird cage (3)COO
29 Bonfire remnant has disintegrated (3)ASH
30 Yalta tec breeds “queen of orchids” (8) CATTLEYA
31 Bitter and odd haul by Hindu mystic (5) SADHU

DOWN
1 Extended period to cope, somehow, with Hindu leader (5) EPOCH
2 Inseminated around hillock with MO away in the evening (7)SUNDOWN
3 Nelson __: American singer (4)
4 Gate — place to intercept unexpectedly (6) WAYLAY
5 Wet behind ears, lawyer at odds with unanalyzed information (3,4) RAW DATA
6 Inn where nature and arts strive to give one hospitality (10) RESTAURANT
7 Took initiative following short wife and kept control (7) BRIDLED
8 Hinder somewhat about fifty going after Catholic minors (8) CHILDREN
14 City's hub — far up, by the way (4,6)HIGH STREET
15 Happy occasion — maybe third in recess (8) BIRTHDAY
18 Is Alamo the place you're looking for? No, an African nation (7) SOMALIA
19 Lawman of Canada to have doctor free (7) MOUNTIE
21 Darn lie about Limerick's place (7) IRELAND
22 Rumba relative fetches Indian uncle (6) CHACHA
25 Eh! Run madly for children's favourite leader (5) NEHRU
26 No vital employees — but they have teeth! (4)

[pavalamani pragasam]

ACROSS
1 Take place subsequently — be certain to skip right (5) ENSUE
4 Have a malfunction of this and you may become a laughing stock (8) WARDROBE
9 Enjoy having a topless dress (3)OWN
10 Sere — like some wit (3)DRY
11 Of an insect with a desire to smother snake (7)WASPISH
12 Utter a clamorous shout — its value is little (4)HOOT
13 Leader of India to talk endlessly, getting an industrial action modified internally (10) JAWAHARLAL
15 I must be embraced by French maidservant or lady gangster (6)BONNIE
16 Some dog gets woman's garment hidden by boy and men (8)LABRADOR
17 Here inmates do little to recover (4,4) REST HOME
20 Extract, retrieved from song, is needed for naval officer (6)ENSIGN
23 Abroad, one hears these unpleasant facts about oneself (4,6) HOME TRUTHS
24 Lively lamentation? (4)KEEN
27 E-bola, for one, porter intended to declare (7) AILMENT
28 Dove's cry not soft in bird cage (3)COO
29 Bonfire remnant has disintegrated (3)ASH
30 Yalta tec breeds “queen of orchids” (8) CATTLEYA
31 Bitter and odd haul by Hindu mystic (5) SADHU

DOWN
1 Extended period to cope, somehow, with Hindu leader (5) EPOCH
2 Inseminated around hillock with MO away in the evening (7)SUNDOWN
3 Nelson __: American singer (4)EDDY
4 Gate — place to intercept unexpectedly (6) WAYLAY
5 Wet behind ears, lawyer at odds with unanalyzed information (3,4) RAW DATA
6 Inn where nature and arts strive to give one hospitality (10) RESTAURANT
7 Took initiative following short wife and kept control (7) BRIDLED
8 Hinder somewhat about fifty going after Catholic minors (8) CHILDREN
14 City's hub — far up, by the way (4,6)HIGH STREET
15 Happy occasion — maybe third in recess (8) BIRTHDAY
18 Is Alamo the place you're looking for? No, an African nation (7) SOMALIA
19 Lawman of Canada to have doctor free (7) MOUNTIE
21 Darn lie about Limerick's place (7) IRELAND
22 Rumba relative fetches Indian uncle (6) CHACHA
25 Eh! Run madly for children's favourite leader (5) NEHRU
26 No vital employees — but they have teeth! (4)COGS

:clap::clap::clap: A fantastic feat by Gridman: the first letters of the clues give this beautiful quote-an apt tribute to Children's Day-THE SOUL IS HEALED BY BEING WITH CHILDREN(by Fyodor Dostoevsky).

[deepakgita]

ACROSS
8 Spring roll stuffed with egg and chocolate at both ends (6) BOUNCE
9 Musical instrument one’s finally able to arrange (8)
10 Eldest in group joined military … (8)
11 … action uninitiated following new belief (6) NOTION
12 Displease by not working towards goal (6)
13 Clerk adopting imperial measure, not kilo, in deciding factor (8)
15 Approach an argument against something with diplomacy (7) CONTACT
17 Individual learns about one nameless West Asian (7)
20 Place in gym that’s home for Monday’s games period? (8)
22 Officer — Chief of army decorated with star given by ruler (6) SULTAN
23 Trek a long way into the heart of Asia (6)
25 Direct contact process is one in which inert gas combines with oxygen (3-2-3)
26 Think trend is reversing in match? (8) MEDITATE
27 Cabbage in garden showing signs of decay (6)

DOWN
1 Fellow caught in tornado shaking like a pendulum (2,3,3)
2 Spread dirt nicely in a roundabout way (10)
3 Divorcing wife, went to occupy flat for five years (6)
4 Study of French court’s administration (7)
5 Times retains nice well-organised offices (8)
6 One wearing tunic that’s short (4)
7 Inclined to run after appeal’s rejected (6)
14 Champion’s hold over inaugural race broken by new rival (10)
16 Gangster caught, hauled up, hiding Indium often in den (8)
18 Student’s receiving knowledge (8)
19 Girlfriend’s escaped quietly, disguised as Victor, following boy (7)
21 Foliage left over part of roof (6)
22 Notice put up, was for a children’s plaything (6)
24 Detectives trailing a tart (4)

Grid at http://www.thehindu.com/todays-paper/tp-miscellaneous/the-hindu-crossword-11019/article5731101.ece

[pavalamani pragasam]

ACROSS
8 Spring roll stuffed with egg and chocolate at both ends (6) BOUNCE
9 Musical instrument one’s finally able to arrange (8)
10 Eldest in group joined military … (8)ENLISTED
11 … action uninitiated following new belief (6) NOTION
12 Displease by not working towards goal (6)
13 Clerk adopting imperial measure, not kilo, in deciding factor (8)
15 Approach an argument against something with diplomacy (7) CONTACT
17 Individual learns about one nameless West Asian (7)
20 Place in gym that’s home for Monday’s games period? (8)
22 Officer — Chief of army decorated with star given by ruler (6) SULTAN
23 Trek a long way into the heart of Asia (6)SAFARI
25 Direct contact process is one in which inert gas combines with oxygen (3-2-3)
26 Think trend is reversing in match? (8) MEDITATE
27 Cabbage in garden showing signs of decay (6)AGEING

DOWN
1 Fellow caught in tornado shaking like a pendulum (2,3,3)TO AND FRO
2 Spread dirt nicely in a roundabout way (10)INDIRECTLY
3 Divorcing wife, went to occupy flat for five years (6)
4 Study of French court’s administration (7)
5 Times retains nice well-organised offices (8)
6 One wearing tunic that’s short (4)
7 Inclined to run after appeal’s rejected (6)
14 Champion’s hold over inaugural race broken by new rival (10)
16 Gangster caught, hauled up, hiding Indium often in den (8)
18 Student’s receiving knowledge (8)
19 Girlfriend’s escaped quietly, disguised as Victor, following boy (7)
21 Foliage left over part of roof (6)
22 Notice put up, was for a children’s plaything (6)
24 Detectives trailing a tart (4)

[Russellbew]

ACROSS
8 Spring roll stuffed with egg and chocolate at both ends (6) BOUNCE
9 Musical instrument one’s finally able to arrange (8) ORGANISE
10 Eldest in group joined military … (8)ENLISTED
11 … action uninitiated following new belief (6) NOTION
12 Displease by not working towards goal (6)
13 Clerk adopting imperial measure, not kilo, in deciding factor (8)
15 Approach an argument against something with diplomacy (7) CONTACT
17 Individual learns about one nameless West Asian (7)
20 Place in gym that’s home for Monday’s games period? (8) PLAYTIME
22 Officer — Chief of army decorated with star given by ruler (6) SULTAN
23 Trek a long way into the heart of Asia (6)SAFARI
25 Direct contact process is one in which inert gas combines with oxygen (3-2-3) ONE-ON-ONE
26 Think trend is reversing in match? (8) MEDITATE
27 Cabbage in garden showing signs of decay (6)AGEING

DOWN
1 Fellow caught in tornado shaking like a pendulum (2,3,3)TO AND FRO
2 Spread dirt nicely in a roundabout way (10)INDIRECTLY
3 Divorcing wife, went to occupy flat for five years (6)
4 Study of French court’s administration (7)
5 Times retains nice well-organised offices (8)
6 One wearing tunic that’s short (4)
7 Inclined to run after appeal’s rejected (6)
14 Champion’s hold over inaugural race broken by new rival (10)
16 Gangster caught, hauled up, hiding Indium often in den (8)
18 Student’s receiving knowledge (8) LEARNING
19 Girlfriend’s escaped quietly, disguised as Victor, following boy (7)
21 Foliage left over part of roof (6)
22 Notice put up, was for a children’s plaything (6)
24 Detectives trailing a tart (4) ACID

[spchennai]

ACROSS
8 Spring roll stuffed with egg and chocolate at both ends (6) BOUNCE
9 Musical instrument one’s finally able to arrange (8) ORGANISE
10 Eldest in group joined military … (8)ENLISTED
11 … action uninitiated following new belief (6) NOTION
12 Displease by not working towards goal (6)
13 Clerk adopting imperial measure, not kilo, in deciding factor (8) CLINCHER
15 Approach an argument against something with diplomacy (7) CONTACT
17 Individual learns about one nameless West Asian (7)
20 Place in gym that’s home for Monday’s games period? (8) PLAYTIME
22 Officer — Chief of army decorated with star given by ruler (6) SULTAN
23 Trek a long way into the heart of Asia (6)SAFARI
25 Direct contact process is one in which inert gas combines with oxygen (3-2-3) ONE-ON-ONE
26 Think trend is reversing in match? (8) MEDITATE
27 Cabbage in garden showing signs of decay (6)AGEING

DOWN
1 Fellow caught in tornado shaking like a pendulum (2,3,3)TO AND FRO
2 Spread dirt nicely in a roundabout way (10)INDIRECTLY
3 Divorcing wife, went to occupy flat for five years (6)
4 Study of French court’s administration (7)
5 Times retains nice well-organised offices (8) AGENCIES
6 One wearing tunic that’s short (4)
7 Inclined to run after appeal’s rejected (6)
14 Champion’s hold over inaugural race broken by new rival (10) CHALLENGER
16 Gangster caught, hauled up, hiding Indium often in den (8) CRIMINAL
18 Student’s receiving knowledge (8) LEARNING
19 Girlfriend’s escaped quietly, disguised as Victor, following boy (7)
21 Foliage left over part of roof (6)
22 Notice put up, was for a children’s plaything (6)
24 Detectives trailing a tart (4) ACID

[pavalamani pragasam]

ACROSS
8 Spring roll stuffed with egg and chocolate at both ends (6) BOUNCE
9 Musical instrument one’s finally able to arrange (8) ORGANISE
10 Eldest in group joined military … (8)ENLISTED
11 … action uninitiated following new belief (6) NOTION
12 Displease by not working towards goal (6)OFFEND
13 Clerk adopting imperial measure, not kilo, in deciding factor (8) CLINCHER
15 Approach an argument against something with diplomacy (7) CONTACT
17 Individual learns about one nameless West Asian (7)ISRAELI
20 Place in gym that’s home for Monday’s games period? (8) PLAYTIME
22 Officer — Chief of army decorated with star given by ruler (6) SULTAN
23 Trek a long way into the heart of Asia (6)SAFARI
25 Direct contact process is one in which inert gas combines with oxygen (3-2-3) ONE-ON-ONE
26 Think trend is reversing in match? (8) MEDITATE
27 Cabbage in garden showing signs of decay (6)AGEING

DOWN
1 Fellow caught in tornado shaking like a pendulum (2,3,3)TO AND FRO
2 Spread dirt nicely in a roundabout way (10)INDIRECTLY
3 Divorcing wife, went to occupy flat for five years (6)PENTAD
4 Study of French court’s administration (7)CONDUCT
5 Times retains nice well-organised offices (8) AGENCIES
6 One wearing tunic that’s short (4)UNIT
7 Inclined to run after appeal’s rejected (6)ASLOPE
14 Champion’s hold over inaugural race broken by new rival (10) CHALLENGER
16 Gangster caught, hauled up, hiding Indium often in den (8) CRIMINAL
18 Student’s receiving knowledge (8) LEARNING
19 Girlfriend’s escaped quietly, disguised as Victor, following boy (7)BELOVED
21 Foliage left over part of roof (6)LEAVES
22 Notice put up, was for a children’s plaything (6)SEESAW
24 Detectives trailing a tart (4) ACID

:clap::clap::clap: Very good!

[deepakgita]

Across
1 Stocked by Manitoba store, revolutionary shoe (5) SABOT
4 Listener baffled about one quick to bounce back (9)
9 Appraisers in Virginia — new rules required (7)
10 In which one may pick apples, or a variety of beet? (7)
11 Crayfish in sea — no glut, unfortunately (9)
12 Quick and inclined to bite? (5)
13 Descriptive of King James VI Golf Club in Scotland? (5,3,7) ROYAL AND ANCIENT
15 Revolutionary Muslim? (8,7) WHIRLING DERVISH
20 Right and left, a rambler (5)
21 Smell around television at home in part of the Windward Islands (2,7)
22 Children’s book laid out on rug (7)
23 Finale of Maria Callas performing in opera house (2,5)
24 Diverting feature in fringe publication (4,5)
25 Iron in cupboard (5)

Down
1 Ending in fisticuffs, a very bad argument in a Mayfair street (6,3)
2 Only taken in by foolish talk! (7)
3 Loftier spreading plant (7)
4 Stops rowing and relaxes (5,2,4,4)
5 Poorly in Devon, Keats, with me, treated in famous hospital (5,10)
6 Terse, cheat in secular surroundings (7)
7 Former partner, big enough for a model (7)
8 Drink rum in Torquay, empty (5)
14 Has Titian drawn islanders? (9)
16 Welcomed in, strove to keep close to host (7)
17 Legendary German rock singer? (7)
18 Phones circles at university (5,2) RINGS UP
19 Repeat? Learned start’s missing (7)
20 Famous twin in rock band (American) (5) REMUS

[pammechchu]

Across
1 Stocked by Manitoba store, revolutionary shoe (5) SABOT
4 Listener baffled about one quick to bounce back (9)
9 Appraisers in Virginia — new rules required (7)
10 In which one may pick apples, or a variety of beet? (7)
11 Crayfish in sea — no glut, unfortunately (9) LANGOUSTE
12 Quick and inclined to bite? (5)
13 Descriptive of King James VI Golf Club in Scotland? (5,3,7) ROYAL AND ANCIENT
15 Revolutionary Muslim? (8,7) WHIRLING DERVISH
20 Right and left, a rambler (5)
21 Smell around television at home in part of the Windward Islands (2,7)
22 Children’s book laid out on rug (7)
23 Finale of Maria Callas performing in opera house (2,5)
24 Diverting feature in fringe publication (4,5) SIDE STORY
25 Iron in cupboard (5)
Down
1 Ending in fisticuffs, a very bad argument in a Mayfair street (6,3) SAVILE ROW
2 Only taken in by foolish talk! (7)
3 Loftier spreading plant (7)
4 Stops rowing and relaxes (5,2,4,4)
5 Poorly in Devon, Keats, with me, treated in famous hospital (5,10)
6 Terse, cheat in secular surroundings (7)
7 Former partner, big enough for a model (7) EXAMPLE
8 Drink rum in Torquay, empty (5)
14 Has Titian drawn islanders? (9) TAHITIANS
16 Welcomed in, strove to keep close to host (7)
17 Legendary German rock singer? (7)
18 Phones circles at university (5,2) RINGS UP
19 Repeat? Learned start’s missing (7)
20 Famous twin in rock band (American) (5) REMUS

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
1 Stocked by Manitoba store, revolutionary shoe (5) SABOT
4 Listener baffled about one quick to bounce back (9)RESILIENT
9 Appraisers in Virginia — new rules required (7)VALUERS
10 In which one may pick apples, or a variety of beet? (7)ORCHARD
11 Crayfish in sea — no glut, unfortunately (9) LANGOUSTE
12 Quick and inclined to bite? (5)NIPPY
13 Descriptive of King James VI Golf Club in Scotland? (5,3,7) ROYAL AND ANCIENT
15 Revolutionary Muslim? (8,7) WHIRLING DERVISH
20 Right and left, a rambler (5)ROVER
21 Smell around television at home in part of the Windward Islands (2,7)
22 Children’s book laid out on rug (7)
23 Finale of Maria Callas performing in opera house (2,5)
24 Diverting feature in fringe publication (4,5) SIDE STORY
25 Iron in cupboard (5)
Down
1 Ending in fisticuffs, a very bad argument in a Mayfair street (6,3) SAVILE ROW
2 Only taken in by foolish talk! (7)
3 Loftier spreading plant (7)
4 Stops rowing and relaxes (5,2,4,4)
5 Poorly in Devon, Keats, with me, treated in famous hospital (5,10)
6 Terse, cheat in secular surroundings (7)
7 Former partner, big enough for a model (7) EXAMPLE
8 Drink rum in Torquay, empty (5)
14 Has Titian drawn islanders? (9) TAHITIANS
16 Welcomed in, strove to keep close to host (7)
17 Legendary German rock singer? (7)
18 Phones circles at university (5,2) RINGS UP
19 Repeat? Learned start’s missing (7)
20 Famous twin in rock band (American) (5) REMUS

[pammechchu]

Across
1 Stocked by Manitoba store, revolutionary shoe (5) SABOT
4 Listener baffled about one quick to bounce back (9)RESILIENT
9 Appraisers in Virginia — new rules required (7)VALUERS
10 In which one may pick apples, or a variety of beet? (7)ORCHARD
11 Crayfish in sea — no glut, unfortunately (9) LANGOUSTE
12 Quick and inclined to bite? (5)NIPPY
13 Descriptive of King James VI Golf Club in Scotland? (5,3,7) ROYAL AND ANCIENT
15 Revolutionary Muslim? (8,7) WHIRLING DERVISH
20 Right and left, a rambler (5)ROVER
21 Smell around television at home in part of the Windward Islands (2,7)
22 Children’s book laid out on rug (7)
23 Finale of Maria Callas performing in opera house (2,5)
24 Diverting feature in fringe publication (4,5) SIDE STORY SIDE ISSUE
25 Iron in cupboard (5)
Down
1 Ending in fisticuffs, a very bad argument in a Mayfair street (6,3) SAVILE ROW
2 Only taken in by foolish talk! (7)
3 Loftier spreading plant (7)
4 Stops rowing and relaxes (5,2,4,4)
5 Poorly in Devon, Keats, with me, treated in famous hospital (5,10)
6 Terse, cheat in secular surroundings (7)
7 Former partner, big enough for a model (7) EXAMPLE
8 Drink rum in Torquay, empty (5)
14 Has Titian drawn islanders? (9) TAHITIANS
16 Welcomed in, strove to keep close to host (7)
17 Legendary German rock singer? (7)
18 Phones circles at university (5,2) RINGS UP
19 Repeat? Learned start’s missing (7)
20 Famous twin in rock band (American) (5) REMUS

[Russellbew]

Across
1 Stocked by Manitoba store, revolutionary shoe (5) SABOT
4 Listener baffled about one quick to bounce back (9)RESILIENT
9 Appraisers in Virginia — new rules required (7)VALUERS
10 In which one may pick apples, or a variety of beet? (7)ORCHARD
11 Crayfish in sea — no glut, unfortunately (9) LANGOUSTE
12 Quick and inclined to bite? (5)NIPPY
13 Descriptive of King James VI Golf Club in Scotland? (5,3,7) ROYAL AND ANCIENT
15 Revolutionary Muslim? (8,7) WHIRLING DERVISH
20 Right and left, a rambler (5)ROVER
21 Smell around television at home in part of the Windward Islands (2,7)
22 Children’s book laid out on rug (7)
23 Finale of Maria Callas performing in opera house (2,5)
24 Diverting feature in fringe publication (4,5) SIDE STORY SIDE ISSUE
25 Iron in cupboard (5) PRESS
Down
1 Ending in fisticuffs, a very bad argument in a Mayfair street (6,3) SAVILE ROW
2 Only taken in by foolish talk! (7)
3 Loftier spreading plant (7)
4 Stops rowing and relaxes (5,2,4,4) RESTS ON ONES OARS
5 Poorly in Devon, Keats, with me, treated in famous hospital (5,10)
6 Terse, cheat in secular surroundings (7)
7 Former partner, big enough for a model (7) EXAMPLE
8 Drink rum in Torquay, empty (5) TODDY
14 Has Titian drawn islanders? (9) TAHITIANS
16 Welcomed in, strove to keep close to host (7) INVITED
17 Legendary German rock singer? (7)
18 Phones circles at university (5,2) RINGS UP
19 Repeat? Learned start’s missing (7) ITERATE
20 Famous twin in rock band (American) (5) REMUS

[spchennai]

Across
1 Stocked by Manitoba store, revolutionary shoe (5) SABOT
4 Listener baffled about one quick to bounce back (9)RESILIENT
9 Appraisers in Virginia — new rules required (7)VALUERS
10 In which one may pick apples, or a variety of beet? (7)ORCHARD
11 Crayfish in sea — no glut, unfortunately (9) LANGOUSTE
12 Quick and inclined to bite? (5)NIPPY
13 Descriptive of King James VI Golf Club in Scotland? (5,3,7) ROYAL AND ANCIENT
15 Revolutionary Muslim? (8,7) WHIRLING DERVISH
20 Right and left, a rambler (5)ROVER
21 Smell around television at home in part of the Windward Islands (2,7) ST VINCENT
22 Children’s book laid out on rug (7) MATILDA
23 Finale of Maria Callas performing in opera house (2,5) LA SCALA
24 Diverting feature in fringe publication (4,5) SIDE STORY SIDE ISSUE
25 Iron in cupboard (5) PRESS
Down
1 Ending in fisticuffs, a very bad argument in a Mayfair street (6,3) SAVILE ROW
2 Only taken in by foolish talk! (7) BALONEY
3 Loftier spreading plant (7)
4 Stops rowing and relaxes (5,2,4,4) RESTS ON ONES OARS
5 Poorly in Devon, Keats, with me, treated in famous hospital (5,10)
6 Terse, cheat in secular surroundings (7)
7 Former partner, big enough for a model (7) EXAMPLE
8 Drink rum in Torquay, empty (5) TODDY
14 Has Titian drawn islanders? (9) TAHITIANS
16 Welcomed in, strove to keep close to host (7) INVITED
17 Legendary German rock singer? (7)
18 Phones circles at university (5,2) RINGS UP
19 Repeat? Learned start’s missing (7) ITERATE
20 Famous twin in rock band (American) (5) REMUS

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
1 Stocked by Manitoba store, revolutionary shoe (5) SABOT
4 Listener baffled about one quick to bounce back (9)RESILIENT
9 Appraisers in Virginia — new rules required (7)VALUERS
10 In which one may pick apples, or a variety of beet? (7)ORCHARD
11 Crayfish in sea — no glut, unfortunately (9) LANGOUSTE
12 Quick and inclined to bite? (5)NIPPY
13 Descriptive of King James VI Golf Club in Scotland? (5,3,7) ROYAL AND ANCIENT
15 Revolutionary Muslim? (8,7) WHIRLING DERVISH
20 Right and left, a rambler (5)ROVER
21 Smell around television at home in part of the Windward Islands (2,7) ST VINCENT
22 Children’s book laid out on rug (7) MATILDA
23 Finale of Maria Callas performing in opera house (2,5) LA SCALA
24 Diverting feature in fringe publication (4,5)SIDE ISSUE
25 Iron in cupboard (5) PRESS
Down
1 Ending in fisticuffs, a very bad argument in a Mayfair street (6,3) SAVILE ROW
2 Only taken in by foolish talk! (7) BALONEY
3 Loftier spreading plant (7)TREFOIL
4 Stops rowing and relaxes (5,2,4,4) RESTS ON ONES OARS
5 Poorly in Devon, Keats, with me, treated in famous hospital (5,10)STOKE MANDEVILLE
6 Terse, cheat in secular surroundings (7)LACONIC
7 Former partner, big enough for a model (7) EXAMPLE
8 Drink rum in Torquay, empty (5) TODDY
14 Has Titian drawn islanders? (9) TAHITIANS
16 Welcomed in, strove to keep close to host (7) INVITED
17 Legendary German rock singer? (7)LORELEI
18 Phones circles at university (5,2) RINGS UP
19 Repeat? Learned start’s missing (7) ITERATE
20 Famous twin in rock band (American) (5) REMUS

:clap::clap::clap: Good!

[deepakgita]

Across
9 Outdoor work primarily excites Keralite perhaps (4-3)
10 God, 'Animal ate the bishop', said the divine messenger (7)
11 Sustain fighter and soldiers with a bit of tequila (7)
12 In fact, hugging one veteran is immaturity (7)
13 Merchants caught Henry and the French robbers heartlessly (9)
15 Go around stirring with a rod out to find excrement of birds (5)
16 Rome at odds with Vatican on gangster's eviction (7)
19 Hide party-drug taken before in a fabric (7)
20 Don Pedro initially at, say Pondicherry, had a ball with Napoleon (3-2)
21 Significant other, in a frenzy, removed torn nightie in parts (9)
25 Spirits with Midas touch playing inside (7)
26 Travelling? No. Half of Madras is closed at first (7)
28 Magic carpets seen in rainbows, perhaps (7)
29 From 1200 to 300 BCE, Iran had nothing to worry with Spain (4,3)
Down
1 Many missed a cosmic design pattern (6)
2 Muslim leader emerges first above pandemonium at a sacred city (6)
3 Messenger is from father's company (4)
4 Squirm in the company of redhead in England (6)
5 Struggled earlier, end is disrupted (8)
6 Reduction in margin debt worked out (10)
7 Collect baked cakes in a barrel (4,4)
8 Minimize the importance of police chief, discard... (4,4)
14 ...say, furniture made with diamond found on road and harbours (10)
16 Fastest strike at ODI/Test without captains (8)
17 Determinants' partner found in textbook? (8)
18 In the time between life and death, self-pain is absurd (8)
22 For starters, a pulmonologist never entertains infant cases pertaining to breathlessness (6)
23 Unfashionable to withhold hatred inside (3-3)
24 Woman took the bill, model has the perfumed bag (6)
27 Crazy women endlessly make cat's sound (4)

3720

[pammechchu]

Across
9 Outdoor work primarily excites Keralite perhaps (4-3) OPEN AIR
10 God, 'Animal ate the bishop', said the divine messenger (7)
11 Sustain fighter and soldiers with a bit of tequila (7)
12 In fact, hugging one veteran is immaturity (7)
13 Merchants caught Henry and the French robbers heartlessly (9)
15 Go around stirring with a rod out to find excrement of birds (5)
16 Rome at odds with Vatican on gangster's eviction (7)
19 Hide party-drug taken before in a fabric (7)
20 Don Pedro initially at, say Pondicherry, had a ball with Napoleon (3-2)
21 Significant other, in a frenzy, removed torn nightie in parts (9)
25 Spirits with Midas touch playing inside (7)
26 Travelling? No. Half of Madras is closed at first (7)
28 Magic carpets seen in rainbows, perhaps (7) SPECTRA
29 From 1200 to 300 BCE, Iran had nothing to worry with Spain (4,3)
Down
1 Many missed a cosmic design pattern (6) MOSAIC
2 Muslim leader emerges first above pandemonium at a sacred city (6)
3 Messenger is from father's company (4)
4 Squirm in the company of redhead in England (6)
5 Struggled earlier, end is disrupted (8)
6 Reduction in margin debt worked out (10)
7 Collect baked cakes in a barrel (4,4)
8 Minimize the importance of police chief, discard... (4,4)
14 ...say, furniture made with diamond found on road and harbours (10)
16 Fastest strike at ODI/Test without captains (8)
17 Determinants' partner found in textbook? (8) MATRICES
18 In the time between life and death, self-pain is absurd (8) LIFESPAN
22 For starters, a pulmonologist never entertains infant cases pertaining to breathlessness (6)
23 Unfashionable to withhold hatred inside (3-3)
24 Woman took the bill, model has the perfumed bag (6)
27 Crazy women endlessly make cat's sound (4)

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
9 Outdoor work primarily excites Keralite perhaps (4-3) OPEN AIR
10 God, 'Animal ate the bishop', said the divine messenger (7)
11 Sustain fighter and soldiers with a bit of tequila (7)
12 In fact, hugging one veteran is immaturity (7)NAIVETY
13 Merchants caught Henry and the French robbers heartlessly (9)
15 Go around stirring with a rod out to find excrement of birds (5)
16 Rome at odds with Vatican on gangster's eviction (7)
19 Hide party-drug taken before in a fabric (7)
20 Don Pedro initially at, say Pondicherry, had a ball with Napoleon (3-2)
21 Significant other, in a frenzy, removed torn nightie in parts (9)
25 Spirits with Midas touch playing inside (7)
26 Travelling? No. Half of Madras is closed at first (7)NOMADIC
28 Magic carpets seen in rainbows, perhaps (7) SPECTRA
29 From 1200 to 300 BCE, Iran had nothing to worry with Spain (4,3)IRON AGE
Down
1 Many missed a cosmic design pattern (6) MOSAIC
2 Muslim leader emerges first above pandemonium at a sacred city (6)MEDINA
3 Messenger is from father's company (4)PAGE
4 Squirm in the company of redhead in England (6)
5 Struggled earlier, end is disrupted (8)
6 Reduction in margin debt worked out (10)
7 Collect baked cakes in a barrel (4,4)
8 Minimize the importance of police chief, discard... (4,4)
14 ...say, furniture made with diamond found on road and harbours (10)
16 Fastest strike at ODI/Test without captains (8)
17 Determinants' partner found in textbook? (8) MATRICES
18 In the time between life and death, self-pain is absurd (8) LIFESPAN
22 For starters, a pulmonologist never entertains infant cases pertaining to breathlessness (6)
23 Unfashionable to withhold hatred inside (3-3)
24 Woman took the bill, model has the perfumed bag (6)
27 Crazy women endlessly make cat's sound (4)

[deepakgita]

Across
9 Outdoor work primarily excites Keralite perhaps (4-3) OPEN AIR
10 God, 'Animal ate the bishop', said the divine messenger (7) GABRIEL
11 Sustain fighter and soldiers with a bit of tequila (7) ALIMENT
12 In fact, hugging one veteran is immaturity (7)NAIVETY
13 Merchants caught Henry and the French robbers heartlessly (9) CHANDLERS
15 Go around stirring with a rod out to find excrement of birds (5) GUANO
16 Rome at odds with Vatican on gangster's eviction (7) REMOVAL
19 Hide party-drug taken before in a fabric (7) DOESKIN
20 Don Pedro initially at, say Pondicherry, had a ball with Napoleon (3-2) PUT-ON
21 Significant other, in a frenzy, removed torn nightie in parts (9) FRACTIONS
25 Spirits with Midas touch playing inside (7)
26 Travelling? No. Half of Madras is closed at first (7)NOMADIC
28 Magic carpets seen in rainbows, perhaps (7) SPECTRA
29 From 1200 to 300 BCE, Iran had nothing to worry with Spain (4,3)IRON AGE
Down
1 Many missed a cosmic design pattern (6) MOSAIC
2 Muslim leader emerges first above pandemonium at a sacred city (6)MEDINA
3 Messenger is from father's company (4)PAGE
4 Squirm in the company of redhead in England (6) WRITHE
5 Struggled earlier, end is disrupted (8) AGONISED
6 Reduction in margin debt worked out (10)
7 Collect baked cakes in a barrel (4,4)
8 Minimize the importance of police chief, discard... (4,4)
14 ...say, furniture made with diamond found on road and harbours (10)
16 Fastest strike at ODI/Test without captains (8)
17 Determinants' partner found in textbook? (8) MATRICES
18 In the time between life and death, self-pain is absurd (8) LIFESPAN
22 For starters, a pulmonologist never entertains infant cases pertaining to breathlessness (6)
23 Unfashionable to withhold hatred inside (3-3)
24 Woman took the bill, model has the perfumed bag (6)
27 Crazy women endlessly make cat's sound (4)

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
9 Outdoor work primarily excites Keralite perhaps (4-3) OPEN AIR
10 God, 'Animal ate the bishop', said the divine messenger (7) GABRIEL
11 Sustain fighter and soldiers with a bit of tequila (7) ALIMENT
12 In fact, hugging one veteran is immaturity (7)NAIVETY
13 Merchants caught Henry and the French robbers heartlessly (9) CHANDLERS
15 Go around stirring with a rod out to find excrement of birds (5) GUANO
16 Rome at odds with Vatican on gangster's eviction (7) REMOVAL
19 Hide party-drug taken before in a fabric (7) DOESKIN
20 Don Pedro initially at, say Pondicherry, had a ball with Napoleon (3-2) PUT-ON
21 Significant other, in a frenzy, removed torn nightie in parts (9) FRACTIONS
25 Spirits with Midas touch playing inside (7)DAIMONS
26 Travelling? No. Half of Madras is closed at first (7)NOMADIC
28 Magic carpets seen in rainbows, perhaps (7) SPECTRA
29 From 1200 to 300 BCE, Iran had nothing to worry with Spain (4,3)IRON AGE
Down
1 Many missed a cosmic design pattern (6) MOSAIC
2 Muslim leader emerges first above pandemonium at a sacred city (6)MEDINA
3 Messenger is from father's company (4)PAGE
4 Squirm in the company of redhead in England (6) WRITHE
5 Struggled earlier, end is disrupted (8) AGONISED
6 Reduction in margin debt worked out (10)ABRIDGMENT
7 Collect baked cakes in a barrel (4,4)WINE CASK
8 Minimize the importance of police chief, discard... (4,4)PLAY DOWN
14 ...say, furniture made with diamond found on road and harbours (10)DAVENPORTS
16 Fastest strike at ODI/Test without captains (8)RAPIDEST
17 Determinants' partner found in textbook? (8) MATRICES
18 In the time between life and death, self-pain is absurd (8) LIFESPAN
22 For starters, a pulmonologist never entertains infant cases pertaining to breathlessness (6)APNEIC
23 Unfashionable to withhold hatred inside (3-3)OLD-HAT
24 Woman took the bill, model has the perfumed bag (6)SACHET
27 Crazy women endlessly make cat's sound (4)MEOW

:clap::clap::clap: A great puzzle!

[deepakgita]

ACROSS
9 Take offence to umpire's support having lost middle of game (7)
10 Real confusion, former spouse returned with Regina's lotion (7)
11 Directs foreign office about operations... (7)
12 ...on sailor having a large with close friends like animals (7)
13 Launch weapon at captain (9)
15 Oxford's also known as a city (5)
16 Vigilant against dog, run a program (2,5)
19 Coats in English style has large shoulder cap (7)
20 Fancy Jaya short of sleep inside (5)
21 A person beyond criticism is ridiculously scared with women's company inside (6,3)
25 Staff allowed Latin wizard to return with a dish (7)
26 Trust engineer's undertaking (7)
28 Whatever esteem holds is the peak (7)
29 For instance, test party leader with large note (7)
DOWN
1 Drinks first quality, high-class coffee extract in hollow absinthe-glass (6)
2 Probe cheats smuggling a tree (6)
3 Jack and Rose sank, according to sources in vessels (4)
4 General takes in oriental guards as tenant (6)
5 Presume Juliet joined duper, wrong company (8)
6 Voters tolerate Chief Election Commissioner's blunders (10)
7 Cut former spouse about to fly leaving Italy (8)
8 Encroach the well in lock (8)
14 Needy Mayor manipulated cash (5,5)
16 Opposed to criminal job, easy so it's said by Edward (8)
17 Animals look to capture English learners with school head (8)
18 Stressed about making sweets (8)
22 At first, caught opening bat at point; Venkatramana's second ball, all out. Spinner's trap! (6)
23 Transport cabs leased out from cyberspace can be horrible (6)
24 Conditions to let go one animal (6)
27 First question unknown alien yachting at the wharf (4)

[pammechchu]

ACROSS
9 Take offence to umpire's support having lost middle of game (7)
10 Real confusion, former spouse returned with Regina's lotion (7)
11 Directs foreign office about operations... (7)
12 ...on sailor having a large with close friends like animals (7)
13 Launch weapon at captain (9)
15 Oxford's also known as a city (5)
16 Vigilant against dog, run a program (2,5) ON GUARD
19 Coats in English style has large shoulder cap (7)
20 Fancy Jaya short of sleep inside (5)
21 A person beyond criticism is ridiculously scared with women's company inside (6,3)
25 Staff allowed Latin wizard to return with a dish (7)
26 Trust engineer's undertaking (7)
28 Whatever esteem holds is the peak (7) EVEREST
29 For instance, test party leader with large note (7)
DOWN
1 Drinks first quality, high-class coffee extract in hollow absinthe-glass (6)
2 Probe cheats smuggling a tree (6)
3 Jack and Rose sank, according to sources in vessels (4)
4 General takes in oriental guards as tenant (6)
5 Presume Juliet joined duper, wrong company (8)
6 Voters tolerate Chief Election Commissioner's blunders (10) ELECTORATE
7 Cut former spouse about to fly leaving Italy (8)
8 Encroach the well in lock (8)
14 Needy Mayor manipulated cash (5,5) READY MONEY
16 Opposed to criminal job, easy so it's said by Edward (8)
17 Animals look to capture English learners with school head (8)
18 Stressed about making sweets (8) DESSERTS
22 At first, caught opening bat at point; Venkatramana's second ball, all out. Spinner's trap! (6)
23 Transport cabs leased out from cyberspace can be horrible (6)
24 Conditions to let go one animal (6)
27 First question unknown alien yachting at the wharf (4)

[pavalamani pragasam]

ACROSS
9 Take offence to umpire's support having lost middle of game (7)
10 Real confusion, former spouse returned with Regina's lotion (7)
11 Directs foreign office about operations... (7)
12 ...on sailor having a large with close friends like animals (7)
13 Launch weapon at captain (9)
15 Oxford's also known as a city (5)
16 Vigilant against dog, run a program (2,5) ON GUARD
19 Coats in English style has large shoulder cap (7)
20 Fancy Jaya short of sleep inside (5)
21 A person beyond criticism is ridiculously scared with women's company inside (6,3)SACRED COW
25 Staff allowed Latin wizard to return with a dish (7)
26 Trust engineer's undertaking (7)
28 Whatever esteem holds is the peak (7) EVEREST
29 For instance, test party leader with large note (7)EXAMPLE
DOWN
1 Drinks first quality, high-class coffee extract in hollow absinthe-glass (6)
2 Probe cheats smuggling a tree (6)
3 Jack and Rose sank, according to sources in vessels (4)JARS
4 General takes in oriental guards as tenant (6)LESSEE
5 Presume Juliet joined duper, wrong company (8)
6 Voters tolerate Chief Election Commissioner's blunders (10) ELECTORATE
7 Cut former spouse about to fly leaving Italy (8)
8 Encroach the well in lock (8)
14 Needy Mayor manipulated cash (5,5) READY MONEY
16 Opposed to criminal job, easy so it's said by Edward (8)
17 Animals look to capture English learners with school head (8)
18 Stressed about making sweets (8) DESSERTS
22 At first, caught opening bat at point; Venkatramana's second ball, all out. Spinner's trap! (6)
23 Transport cabs leased out from cyberspace can be horrible (6)
24 Conditions to let go one animal (6)
27 First question unknown alien yachting at the wharf (4)QUAY

[Russellbew]

ACROSS
9 Take offence to umpire's support having lost middle of game (7)
10 Real confusion, former spouse returned with Regina's lotion (7) RELAXER
11 Directs foreign office about operations... (7)
12 ...on sailor having a large with close friends like animals (7) JACKAL
13 Launch weapon at captain (9) SPEARHEAD
15 Oxford's also known as a city (5)
16 Vigilant against dog, run a program (2,5) ON GUARD
19 Coats in English style has large shoulder cap (7)
20 Fancy Jaya short of sleep inside (5)
21 A person beyond criticism is ridiculously scared with women's company inside (6,3) SCARED COW
25 Staff allowed Latin wizard to return with a dish (7)
26 Trust engineer's undertaking (7)
28 Whatever esteem holds is the peak (7) EVEREST
29 For instance, test party leader with large note (7) EXAMPLE
DOWN
1 Drinks first quality, high-class coffee extract in hollow absinthe-glass (6)
2 Probe cheats smuggling a tree (6)
3 Jack and Rose sank, according to sources in vessels (4) JARS
4 General takes in oriental guards as tenant (6) LESSEE
5 Presume Juliet joined duper, wrong company (8)
6 Voters tolerate Chief Election Commissioner's blunders (10) ELECTORATE
7 Cut former spouse about to fly leaving Italy (8)
8 Encroach the well in lock (8)
14 Needy Mayor manipulated cash (5,5) READY MONEY
16 Opposed to criminal job, easy so it's said by Edward (8)
17 Animals look to capture English learners with school head (8)
18 Stressed about making sweets (8) DESSERTS
22 At first, caught opening bat at point; Venkatramana's second ball, all out. Spinner's trap! (6) COBWEB
23 Transport cabs leased out from cyberspace can be horrible (6) CREEPY
24 Conditions to let go one animal (6)
27 First question unknown alien yachting at the wharf (4) QUAY

[pavalamani pragasam]

ACROSS
9 Take offence to umpire's support having lost middle of game (7)UMBRAGE
10 Real confusion, former spouse returned with Regina's lotion (7) RELAXER
11 Directs foreign office about operations... (7)FOCUSES
12 ...on sailor having a large with close friends like animals (7) JACKAL
13 Launch weapon at captain (9) SPEARHEAD
15 Oxford's also known as a city (5)OSAKA
16 Vigilant against dog, run a program (2,5) ON GUARD
19 Coats in English style has large shoulder cap (7)ENAMELS
20 Fancy Jaya short of sleep inside (5)JAZZY
21 A person beyond criticism is ridiculously scared with women's company inside (6,3) SCARED COW
25 Staff allowed Latin wizard to return with a dish (7)CALZONE
26 Trust engineer's undertaking (7)BEQUEST
28 Whatever esteem holds is the peak (7) EVEREST
29 For instance, test party leader with large note (7) EXAMPLE
DOWN
1 Drinks first quality, high-class coffee extract in hollow absinthe-glass (6)QUAFFS
2 Probe cheats smuggling a tree (6)OBECHE
3 Jack and Rose sank, according to sources in vessels (4) JARS
4 General takes in oriental guards as tenant (6) LESSEE
5 Presume Juliet joined duper, wrong company (8)PREJUDGE
6 Voters tolerate Chief Election Commissioner's blunders (10) ELECTORATE
7 Cut former spouse about to fly leaving Italy (8)EXCAVATE
8 Encroach the well in lock (8)TRESPASS
14 Needy Mayor manipulated cash (5,5) READY MONEY
16 Opposed to criminal job, easy so it's said by Edward (8)OBJECTED
17 Animals look to capture English learners with school head (8)GAZELLES
18 Stressed about making sweets (8) DESSERTS
22 At first, caught opening bat at point; Venkatramana's second ball, all out. Spinner's trap! (6) COBWEB
23 Transport cabs leased out from cyberspace can be horrible (6) CREEPY
24 Conditions to let go one animal (6)WETHER
27 First question unknown alien yachting at the wharf (4) QUAY

:clap::clap::clap: A selfless(no I) double pangram! Nice-puzzle and the message to do away with ego!:-)

[deepakgita]

Across
1 Colour of mythical creature’s skin fades at last (6)
4 Drunk mob finally to divide into groups inside (6)
9 Team breaks up, dies (4)
10 Leader among leaders (10)
11 The French sat back with support (6)
12 Interpretation of six geese flying? (8)
13 Grading Industrial Engineers as described by HR are key to the auditor (9)
15 Dry water body reportedly has little rubbish (4)
16 Ready pope regarding containment (4)
17 Influenced fake media nearly using newspapers (9)
21 How is wine made from walnuts? It’s not easy (8)
22 Hostile African country beside borders of Gabon (6)
24 Characters ‘CDEFGHIJKL’ Jack erased for Tesla on a runway (6,4)
25 Standard label (4)
26 Insecurity in Jordan, Germany (6)
27 Lively oriental ghost killed Indian leader (6)

Down
1 Craft finally leaving during dawn without a Frenchman (7)
2 Are the cells used in this game grey? (5)
3 Without ecstasy, doctor House rose to get healing tool (7)
5 Awkward bits and pieces (6)
6 Boring set 11 played (9)
7 Then, at 12:00 AM maybe… (3,4)
8 … tease and pull a little trick on male cartoon character (4,3,6)
14 American president left America and travelled back inside with instrument (4,5)
16 Crisis daughter contained (7)
18 Pictures that were flops on the first attempt? (7)
19 Shoot broken fragments missing some now and then (7)
20 It can cause instant freezing among kids (6)
23 Flier displaying criminal (5)


Grid at http://www.thehindu.com/todays-paper/tp-miscellaneous/the-hindu-crossword-10991/article5616309.ece

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
1 Colour of mythical creature’s skin fades at last (6)
4 Drunk mob finally to divide into groups inside (6)
9 Team breaks up, dies (4)SIDE
10 Leader among leaders (10)
11 The French sat back with support (6)
12 Interpretation of six geese flying? (8)
13 Grading Industrial Engineers as described by HR are key to the auditor (9)
15 Dry water body reportedly has little rubbish (4)
16 Ready pope regarding containment (4)
17 Influenced fake media nearly using newspapers (9)IMPRESSED
21 How is wine made from walnuts? It’s not easy (8)
22 Hostile African country beside borders of Gabon (6)
24 Characters ‘CDEFGHIJKL’ Jack erased for Tesla on a runway (6,4)
25 Standard label (4)FLAG
26 Insecurity in Jordan, Germany (6)DANGER
27 Lively oriental ghost killed Indian leader (6)

Down
1 Craft finally leaving during dawn without a Frenchman (7)
2 Are the cells used in this game grey? (5)
3 Without ecstasy, doctor House rose to get healing tool (7)
5 Awkward bits and pieces (6)
6 Boring set 11 played (9)
7 Then, at 12:00 AM maybe… (3,4)
8 … tease and pull a little trick on male cartoon character (4,3,6)
14 American president left America and travelled back inside with instrument (4,5)
16 Crisis daughter contained (7)
18 Pictures that were flops on the first attempt? (7)
19 Shoot broken fragments missing some now and then (7)
20 It can cause instant freezing among kids (6)
23 Flier displaying criminal (5)LIFER

[Russellbew]

Across
1 Colour of mythical creature’s skin fades at last (6)
4 Drunk mob finally to divide into groups inside (6)
9 Team breaks up, dies (4)SIDE
10 Leader among leaders (10)
11 The French sat back with support (6)
12 Interpretation of six geese flying? (8) EXEGESIS
13 Grading Industrial Engineers as described by HR are key to the auditor (9)
15 Dry water body reportedly has little rubbish (4)
16 Ready pope regarding containment (4)
17 Influenced fake media nearly using newspapers (9)IMPRESSED
21 How is wine made from walnuts? It’s not easy (8)
22 Hostile African country beside borders of Gabon (6) MALIGN
24 Characters ‘CDEFGHIJKL’ Jack erased for Tesla on a runway (6,4)
25 Standard label (4)FLAG
26 Insecurity in Jordan, Germany (6)DANGER
27 Lively oriental ghost killed Indian leader (6) ESPRIT

Down
1 Craft finally leaving during dawn without a Frenchman (7) ORIGAMI
2 Are the cells used in this game grey? (5) CHESS
3 Without ecstasy, doctor House rose to get healing tool (7)
5 Awkward bits and pieces (6)
6 Boring set 11 played (9)
7 Then, at 12:00 AM maybe… (3,4)
8 … tease and pull a little trick on male cartoon character (4,3,6)
14 American president left America and travelled back inside with instrument (4,5)
16 Crisis daughter contained (7)
18 Pictures that were flops on the first attempt? (7)
19 Shoot broken fragments missing some now and then (7)
20 It can cause instant freezing among kids (6)
23 Flier displaying criminal (5)LIFER

[deepakgita]

Across
1 Colour of mythical creature’s skin fades at last (6) ORCHID
4 Drunk mob finally to divide into groups inside (6) BLOTTO
9 Team breaks up, dies (4)SIDE
10 Leader among leaders (10) HEADMASTER
11 The French sat back with support (6) TASSEL
12 Interpretation of six geese flying? (8) EXEGESIS
13 Grading Industrial Engineers as described by HR are key to the auditor (9) HIERARCHY
15 Dry water body reportedly has little rubbish (4)
16 Ready pope regarding containment (4)
17 Influenced fake media nearly using newspapers (9)IMPRESSED
21 How is wine made from walnuts? It’s not easy (8)
22 Hostile African country beside borders of Gabon (6) MALIGN
24 Characters ‘CDEFGHIJKL’ Jack erased for Tesla on a runway (6,4)
25 Standard label (4)FLAG
26 Insecurity in Jordan, Germany (6)DANGER
27 Lively oriental ghost killed Indian leader (6) ESPRIT

Down
1 Craft finally leaving during dawn without a Frenchman (7) ORIGAMI
2 Are the cells used in this game grey? (5) CHESS
3 Without ecstasy, doctor House rose to get healing tool (7)
5 Awkward bits and pieces (6)
6 Boring set 11 played (9)
7 Then, at 12:00 AM maybe… (3,4)
8 … tease and pull a little trick on male cartoon character (4,3,6)
14 American president left America and travelled back inside with instrument (4,5)
16 Crisis daughter contained (7)
18 Pictures that were flops on the first attempt? (7)
19 Shoot broken fragments missing some now and then (7)
20 It can cause instant freezing among kids (6)
23 Flier displaying criminal (5)LIFER

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
1 Colour of mythical creature’s skin fades at last (6) ORCHID
4 Drunk mob finally to divide into groups inside (6) BLOTTO
9 Team breaks up, dies (4)SIDE
10 Leader among leaders (10) HEADMASTER
11 The French sat back with support (6) TASSEL
12 Interpretation of six geese flying? (8) EXEGESIS
13 Grading Industrial Engineers as described by HR are key to the auditor (9) HIERARCHY
15 Dry water body reportedly has little rubbish (4)SERE
16 Ready pope regarding containment (4)PREP
17 Influenced fake media nearly using newspapers (9)IMPRESSED
21 How is wine made from walnuts? It’s not easy (8)ACROSTIC
22 Hostile African country beside borders of Gabon (6) MALIGN
24 Characters ‘CDEFGHIJKL’ Jack erased for Tesla on a runway (6,4)FLIGHT DECK
25 Standard label (4)FLAG
26 Insecurity in Jordan, Germany (6)DANGER
27 Lively oriental ghost killed Indian leader (6) ESPRIT

Down
1 Craft finally leaving during dawn without a Frenchman (7) ORIGAMI
2 Are the cells used in this game grey? (5) CHESS
3 Without ecstasy, doctor House rose to get healing tool (7)INHALER
5 Awkward bits and pieces (6)LUMBER
6 Boring set 11 played (9)TASTELESS
7 Then, at 12:00 AM maybe… (3,4)ONE TIME
8 … tease and pull a little trick on male cartoon character (4,3,6)TAKE THE MICKEY
14 American president left America and travelled back inside with instrument (4,5)REED ORGAN
16 Crisis daughter contained (7)PICKLED
18 Pictures that were flops on the first attempt? (7)REMAKES
19 Shoot broken fragments missing some now and then (7)ENGRAFT
20 It can cause instant freezing among kids (6)STATUE
23 Flier displaying criminal (5)LIFER

:clap::clap::clap: A unanimously declared toughie!:noteeth:

[deepakgita]

Across
1 Chauvinist sets about taking a side (6)
4 Eager for painkiller before start of game (8)
10 Summon phoney friends with love but forget Spinner (4,3)
11 Play involving singing and dancing is calm, with a bit of uptempo (7)
12 Freak sailor meets average criminal (8)
13 After triumph, Germany sidelined footballer? (6)
15 One billionth newborn a national obsession, primarily (4)
17 A novel pastry with a touch of cream and ice mostly from polar region (9)
20 Cook pesto stew at a confectionery store, maybe? (5,4)
21 Fastener or fast runner? (4)
24 Raiganj, a guaranteed sanctuary for cat variety (6)
25 Spinner’s against Spinner for the time being (8)
28 Church vocal performance ending with hymn sung by congregation (7)
29 Chapter is, in a nutshell, covered by electronics engineer (7)
30 A rainbow could be one, being a band of seven (8)
31 Ambassador car primarily running with second alternate fuel (6)
Down
1 Experiences of American entering soil with slim capital (8)
2 Ten’s Neon. In order, what’s 54? (5)
3 Fashionista’s tips to wear ethnic dress on trip (6)
5 Brand of wrestling primarily showcasing uncontrolled male obesity? (4)
6 Character of Tintin’s revolving around curiosity, primarily (8)
7 Love comes after noticing model in plain clothes (9)
8 Abundant bloodshed surrounds gangster (6)
9 Celebrity earns, gets corrupt (9)
14 Labourer, with broken remote, reads pressure (9)
16 Internet forum where grownups assembled to drink ethanol, primarily (9)
18 To drive a 5, it’s 18 (5,3)
19 Ghostly alien male’s existent (8)
22 Discharges electron stream around primary circuit side (6)
23 Current avatar of god in shade of blue (6)
26 Antique centre sold broken statues (5)
27 Amazes trainers with enthusiasm (4)

Grid at http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-eocesXNgQb0/VDs4gpiZqWI/AAAAAAAACFk/Si8Ft8ljQs8/s1600/Solution%2Bgrid.jpg

[pammechchu]

Across
1 Chauvinist sets about taking a side (6)
4 Eager for painkiller before start of game (8) ASPIRING
10 Summon phoney friends with love but forget Spinner (4,3)
11 Play involving singing and dancing is calm, with a bit of uptempo (7)
12 Freak sailor meets average criminal (8)
13 After triumph, Germany sidelined footballer? (6)
15 One billionth newborn a national obsession, primarily (4)
17 A novel pastry with a touch of cream and ice mostly from polar region (9)
20 Cook pesto stew at a confectionery store, maybe? (5,4)
21 Fastener or fast runner? (4)
24 Raiganj, a guaranteed sanctuary for cat variety (6) JAGUAR
25 Spinner’s against Spinner for the time being (8)
28 Church vocal performance ending with hymn sung by congregation (7)
29 Chapter is, in a nutshell, covered by electronics engineer (7)
30 A rainbow could be one, being a band of seven (8)
31 Ambassador car primarily running with second alternate fuel (6)
Down
1 Experiences of American entering soil with slim capital (8)
2 Ten’s Neon. In order, what’s 54? (5) XENON
3 Fashionista’s tips to wear ethnic dress on trip (6)
5 Brand of wrestling primarily showcasing uncontrolled male obesity? (4) SUMO
6 Character of Tintin’s revolving around curiosity, primarily (8)
7 Love comes after noticing model in plain clothes (9)
8 Abundant bloodshed surrounds gangster (6)
9 Celebrity earns, gets corrupt (9)
14 Labourer, with broken remote, reads pressure (9) BAROMETER
16 Internet forum where grownups assembled to drink ethanol, primarily (9)
18 To drive a 5, it’s 18 (5,3)
19 Ghostly alien male’s existent (8)
22 Discharges electron stream around primary circuit side (6)
23 Current avatar of god in shade of blue (6)
26 Antique centre sold broken statues (5)
27 Amazes trainers with enthusiasm (4)

[deepakgita]

Across
1 Chauvinist sets about taking a side (6)
4 Eager for painkiller before start of game (8) ASPIRING
10 Summon phoney friends with love but forget Spinner (4,3)
11 Play involving singing and dancing is calm, with a bit of uptempo (7)
12 Freak sailor meets average criminal (8)
13 After triumph, Germany sidelined footballer? (6)
15 One billionth newborn a national obsession, primarily (4) NANO
17 A novel pastry with a touch of cream and ice mostly from polar region (9) ANTARCTIC
20 Cook pesto stew at a confectionery store, maybe? (5,4) SWEET SPOT
21 Fastener or fast runner? (4) BOLT
24 Raiganj, a guaranteed sanctuary for cat variety (6) JAGUAR
25 Spinner’s against Spinner for the time being (8) MEANTIME
28 Church vocal performance ending with hymn sung by congregation (7)
29 Chapter is, in a nutshell, covered by electronics engineer (7)
30 A rainbow could be one, being a band of seven (8)
31 Ambassador car primarily running with second alternate fuel (6)

Down
1 Experiences of American entering soil with slim capital (8)
2 Ten’s Neon. In order, what’s 54? (5) XENON
3 Fashionista’s tips to wear ethnic dress on trip (6)
5 Brand of wrestling primarily showcasing uncontrolled male obesity? (4) SUMO
6 Character of Tintin’s revolving around curiosity, primarily (8)
7 Love comes after noticing model in plain clothes (9)
8 Abundant bloodshed surrounds gangster (6)
9 Celebrity earns, gets corrupt (9)
14 Labourer, with broken remote, reads pressure (9) BAROMETER
16 Internet forum where grownups assembled to drink ethanol, primarily (9)
18 To drive a 5, it’s 18 (5,3)
19 Ghostly alien male’s existent (8)
22 Discharges electron stream around primary circuit side (6)
23 Current avatar of god in shade of blue (6)
26 Antique centre sold broken statues (5)
27 Amazes trainers with enthusiasm (4)

[sandhya.p61]

Across
1 Chauvinist sets about taking a side (6)
4 Eager for painkiller before start of game (8) ASPIRING
10 Summon phoney friends with love but forget Spinner (4,3)
11 Play involving singing and dancing is calm, with a bit of uptempo (7)
12 Freak sailor meets average criminal (8)
13 After triumph, Germany sidelined footballer? (6)
15 One billionth newborn a national obsession, primarily (4) NANO
17 A novel pastry with a touch of cream and ice mostly from polar region (9) ANTARCTIC
20 Cook pesto stew at a confectionery store, maybe? (5,4) SWEET SPOT
21 Fastener or fast runner? (4) BOLT
24 Raiganj, a guaranteed sanctuary for cat variety (6) JAGUAR
25 Spinner’s against Spinner for the time being (8) MEANTIME
28 Church vocal performance ending with hymn sung by congregation (7)
29 Chapter is, in a nutshell, covered by electronics engineer (7)
30 A rainbow could be one, being a band of seven (8)
31 Ambassador car primarily running with second alternate fuel (6)

Down
1 Experiences of American entering soil with slim capital (8)
2 Ten’s Neon. In order, what’s 54? (5) XENON
3 Fashionista’s tips to wear ethnic dress on trip (6) SAFARI
5 Brand of wrestling primarily showcasing uncontrolled male obesity? (4) SUMO
6 Character of Tintin’s revolving around curiosity, primarily (8)INSTINCT
7 Love comes after noticing model in plain clothes (9)
8 Abundant bloodshed surrounds gangster (6)GALORE
9 Celebrity earns, gets corrupt (9)
14 Labourer, with broken remote, reads pressure (9) BAROMETER
16 Internet forum where grownups assembled to drink ethanol, primarily (9)
18 To drive a 5, it’s 18 (5,3)LEGAL AGE
19 Ghostly alien male’s existent (8) ETHEREAL
22 Discharges electron stream around primary circuit side (6)
23 Current avatar of god in shade of blue (6)
26 Antique centre sold broken statues (5)
27 Amazes trainers with enthusiasm (4)

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
1 Chauvinist sets about taking a side (6)
4 Eager for painkiller before start of game (8) ASPIRING
10 Summon phoney friends with love but forget Spinner (4,3)
11 Play involving singing and dancing is calm, with a bit of uptempo (7)MUSICAL
12 Freak sailor meets average criminal (8)ABNORMAL
13 After triumph, Germany sidelined footballer? (6)
15 One billionth newborn a national obsession, primarily (4) NANO
17 A novel pastry with a touch of cream and ice mostly from polar region (9) ANTARCTIC
20 Cook pesto stew at a confectionery store, maybe? (5,4) SWEET SPOT
21 Fastener or fast runner? (4) BOLT
24 Raiganj, a guaranteed sanctuary for cat variety (6) JAGUAR
25 Spinner’s against Spinner for the time being (8) MEANTIME
28 Church vocal performance ending with hymn sung by congregation (7)CHORALE
29 Chapter is, in a nutshell, covered by electronics engineer (7)
30 A rainbow could be one, being a band of seven (8)
31 Ambassador car primarily running with second alternate fuel (6)

Down
1 Experiences of American entering soil with slim capital (8)
2 Ten’s Neon. In order, what’s 54? (5) XENON
3 Fashionista’s tips to wear ethnic dress on trip (6) SAFARI
5 Brand of wrestling primarily showcasing uncontrolled male obesity? (4) SUMO
6 Character of Tintin’s revolving around curiosity, primarily (8)INSTINCT
7 Love comes after noticing model in plain clothes (9)
8 Abundant bloodshed surrounds gangster (6)GALORE
9 Celebrity earns, gets corrupt (9)
14 Labourer, with broken remote, reads pressure (9) BAROMETER
16 Internet forum where grownups assembled to drink ethanol, primarily (9)
18 To drive a 5, it’s 18 (5,3)LEGAL AGE
19 Ghostly alien male’s existent (8) ETHEREAL
22 Discharges electron stream around primary circuit side (6)EJECTS
23 Current avatar of god in shade of blue (6)
26 Antique centre sold broken statues (5)IDOLS
27 Amazes trainers with enthusiasm (4)

[Russellbew]

Across
1 Chauvinist sets about taking a side (6) SEXIST
4 Eager for painkiller before start of game (8) ASPIRING
10 Summon phoney friends with love but forget Spinner (4,3)
11 Play involving singing and dancing is calm, with a bit of uptempo (7)MUSICAL
12 Freak sailor meets average criminal (8)ABNORMAL
13 After triumph, Germany sidelined footballer? (6)
15 One billionth newborn a national obsession, primarily (4) NANO
17 A novel pastry with a touch of cream and ice mostly from polar region (9) ANTARCTIC
20 Cook pesto stew at a confectionery store, maybe? (5,4) SWEET SPOT
21 Fastener or fast runner? (4) BOLT
24 Raiganj, a guaranteed sanctuary for cat variety (6) JAGUAR
25 Spinner’s against Spinner for the time being (8) MEANTIME
28 Church vocal performance ending with hymn sung by congregation (7)CHORALE
29 Chapter is, in a nutshell, covered by electronics engineer (7)
30 A rainbow could be one, being a band of seven (8)
31 Ambassador car primarily running with second alternate fuel (6) ]CONSUL

Down
1 Experiences of American entering soil with slim capital (8)
2 Ten’s Neon. In order, what’s 54? (5) XENON
3 Fashionista’s tips to wear ethnic dress on trip (6) SAFARI
5 Brand of wrestling primarily showcasing uncontrolled male obesity? (4) SUMO
6 Character of Tintin’s revolving around curiosity, primarily (8)INSTINCT
7 Love comes after noticing model in plain clothes (9)
8 Abundant bloodshed surrounds gangster (6)GALORE
9 Celebrity earns, gets corrupt (9)
14 Labourer, with broken remote, reads pressure (9) BAROMETER
16 Internet forum where grownups assembled to drink ethanol, primarily (9) NEWSGROUP
18 To drive a 5, it’s 18 (5,3)LEGAL AGE
19 Ghostly alien male’s existent (8) ETHEREAL
22 Discharges electron stream around primary circuit side (6)EJECTS
23 Current avatar of god in shade of blue (6) INDIGO
26 Antique centre sold broken statues (5)IDOLS
27 Amazes trainers with enthusiasm (4) ZEST

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
1 Chauvinist sets about taking a side (6) SEXIST
4 Eager for painkiller before start of game (8) ASPIRING
10 Summon phoney friends with love but forget Spinner (4,3)SEND FOR
11 Play involving singing and dancing is calm, with a bit of uptempo (7)MUSICAL
12 Freak sailor meets average criminal (8)ABNORMAL
13 After triumph, Germany sidelined footballer? (6)WINGER
15 One billionth newborn a national obsession, primarily (4) NANO
17 A novel pastry with a touch of cream and ice mostly from polar region (9) ANTARCTIC
20 Cook pesto stew at a confectionery store, maybe? (5,4) SWEET SPOT
21 Fastener or fast runner? (4) BOLT
24 Raiganj, a guaranteed sanctuary for cat variety (6) JAGUAR
25 Spinner’s against Spinner for the time being (8) MEANTIME
28 Church vocal performance ending with hymn sung by congregation (7)CHORALE
29 Chapter is, in a nutshell, covered by electronics engineer (7)EPISODE
30 A rainbow could be one, being a band of seven (8)SEPTETTE
31 Ambassador car primarily running with second alternate fuel (6)CONSUL

Down
1 Experiences of American entering soil with slim capital (8)SUSTAINS
2 Ten’s Neon. In order, what’s 54? (5) XENON
3 Fashionista’s tips to wear ethnic dress on trip (6) SAFARI
5 Brand of wrestling primarily showcasing uncontrolled male obesity? (4) SUMO
6 Character of Tintin’s revolving around curiosity, primarily (8)INSTINCT
7 Love comes after noticing model in plain clothes (9)INCOGNITO
8 Abundant bloodshed surrounds gangster (6)GALORE
9 Celebrity earns, gets corrupt (9)GREATNESS
14 Labourer, with broken remote, reads pressure (9) MANOMETER
16 Internet forum where grownups assembled to drink ethanol, primarily (9) NEWSGROUP
18 To drive a 5, it’s 18 (5,3)LEGAL AGE
19 Ghostly alien male’s existent (8) ETHEREAL
22 Discharges electron stream around primary circuit side (6)EJECTS
23 Current avatar of god in shade of blue (6) INDIGO
26 Antique centre sold broken statues (5)IDOLS
27 Amazes trainers with enthusiasm (4) ZEST

:clap::clap::clap: A joyride, as Sandhya says, in Tata's cars! The setter has turned an ambassador to his employer!:-D

[deepakgita]

Across
1 Transfer certificate's fit in, many need hard covers (11)
9 Stress to get back son across the current (7)
10 It heats or tears apart (7)
11 Leave late one time (4)
12 Surprised to find doctor into wearing blue shades (10)
13 Shakes taste extraordinary on adding ginger in bits (8)
16 Gently touch bare girl inside (5)
17 It may be used for cooking Pesto Veggie sandwiches (5)
19 Damage outside ship is not easy to understand (8)
21 Cycles pick up next to the first route and second (10)
23 Digital camera captures a rare mineral (4)
26 Get back on vessel after an examination (7)
27 Idea of working at home's popular with the old (7)
28 Sent a short note to help dear get adjusted (11)
Down
1 Will I let out after a dose of torture? (5)
2 Twisting book’s introduction/conclusion (7)
3 … are rejected as offensive (4)
4 Roads, one for a plan (5)
5 For slow ones: 'supply' is 'to store' (9)
6 Publisher's son to retain novel (9)
7 Scratched out chit; ultimately some note (6)
8 Game link (6)
14 Present tense describes men getting medical attention (9)
15 Bill takes a left moving across (9)
17 Field a ball perhaps (6)
18 Mineral’s concealing a good colour (6)
20 Language to stretch his jargon (7)
22 Leather item I stripped for love (5)
24 Break dance hit (5)
25 Singer used up help with vocal intro (4)

3735

[sandhya.p61]

Across
1 Transfer certificate's fit in, many need hard covers (11)TABLECLOTHS
9 Stress to get back son across the current (7)
10 It heats or tears apart (7)
11 Leave late one time (4)
12 Surprised to find doctor into wearing blue shades (10)
13 Shakes taste extraordinary on adding ginger in bits (8)
16 Gently touch bare girl inside (5)
17 It may be used for cooking Pesto Veggie sandwiches (5)
19 Damage outside ship is not easy to understand (8)
21 Cycles pick up next to the first route and second (10) HEARTBEATS
23 Digital camera captures a rare mineral (4)
26 Get back on vessel after an examination (7) REGRESS
27 Idea of working at home's popular with the old (7)
28 Sent a short note to help dear get adjusted (11)

Down
1 Will I let out after a dose of torture? (5)
2 Twisting book’s introduction/conclusion (7)
3 … are rejected as offensive (4)
4 Roads, one for a plan (5)
5 For slow ones: 'supply' is 'to store' (9)
6 Publisher's son to retain novel (9)
7 Scratched out chit; ultimately some note (6)
8 Game link (6)
14 Present tense describes men getting medical attention (9) TREATMENT
15 Bill takes a left moving across (9)
17 Field a ball perhaps (6)
18 Mineral’s concealing a good colour (6)
20 Language to stretch his jargon (7) SPANISH
22 Leather item I stripped for love (5)
24 Break dance hit (5)
25 Singer used up help with vocal intro (4)

[Russellbew]

Across
1 Transfer certificate's fit in, many need hard covers (11)TABLECLOTHS
9 Stress to get back son across the current (7) TENSION
10 It heats or tears apart (7)
11 Leave late one time (4)
12 Surprised to find doctor into wearing blue shades (10)
13 Shakes taste extraordinary on adding ginger in bits (8)
16 Gently touch bare girl inside (5)
17 It may be used for cooking Pesto Veggie sandwiches (5)
19 Damage outside ship is not easy to understand (8)
21 Cycles pick up next to the first route and second (10) HEARTBEATS
23 Digital camera captures a rare mineral (4) TALC
26 Get back on vessel after an examination (7) REGRESS
27 Idea of working at home's popular with the old (7)
28 Sent a short note to help dear get adjusted (11) TELEGRAPHED

Down
1 Will I let out after a dose of torture? (5)
2 Twisting book’s introduction/conclusion (7)
3 … are rejected as offensive (4)
4 Roads, one for a plan (5)
5 For slow ones: 'supply' is 'to store' (9)
6 Publisher's son to retain novel (9)
7 Scratched out chit; ultimately some note (6)
8 Game link (6)
14 Present tense describes men getting medical attention (9) TREATMENT
15 Bill takes a left moving across (9)
17 Field a ball perhaps (6)
18 Mineral’s concealing a good colour (6)
20 Language to stretch his jargon (7) SPANISH
22 Leather item I stripped for love (5)
24 Break dance hit (5) CANED
25 Singer used up help with vocal intro (4) DIVA

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
1 Transfer certificate's fit in, many need hard covers (11)TABLECLOTHS
9 Stress to get back son across the current (7) TENSION
10 It heats or tears apart (7)
11 Leave late one time (4)
12 Surprised to find doctor into wearing blue shades (10)
13 Shakes taste extraordinary on adding ginger in bits (8)AGITATES
16 Gently touch bare girl inside (5)
17 It may be used for cooking Pesto Veggie sandwiches (5)STOVE
19 Damage outside ship is not easy to understand (8)
21 Cycles pick up next to the first route and second (10) HEARTBEATS
23 Digital camera captures a rare mineral (4) TALC
26 Get back on vessel after an examination (7) REGRESS
27 Idea of working at home's popular with the old (7)
28 Sent a short note to help dear get adjusted (11) TELEGRAPHED

Down
1 Will I let out after a dose of torture? (5)
2 Twisting book’s introduction/conclusion (7)BENDING
3 … are rejected as offensive (4)
4 Roads, one for a plan (5)
5 For slow ones: 'supply' is 'to store' (9)TORTOISES
6 Publisher's son to retain novel (9)
7 Scratched out chit; ultimately some note (6)ITCHED
8 Game link (6)
14 Present tense describes men getting medical attention (9) TREATMENT
15 Bill takes a left moving across (9)
17 Field a ball perhaps (6)
18 Mineral’s concealing a good colour (6)
20 Language to stretch his jargon (7) SPANISH
22 Leather item I stripped for love (5)
24 Break dance hit (5) CANED
25 Singer used up help with vocal intro (4) DIVA

[Russellbew]

Hi ,
To celebrate the completion of 100 games of our Facebook group 1Across , we have set a community crossword . I have given the link below . Please give feedback .
Thanks PP ma'am for the permission to post the link :)

http://crossword.info/somsram/Game100V2/1416564450

[pavalamani pragasam]

Hi ,
To celebrate the completion of 100 games of our Facebook group 1Across , we have set a community crossword . I have given the link below . Please give feedback .
Thanks PP ma'am for the permission to post the link :)

http://crossword.info/somsram/Game100V2/1416564450

Congrats, Lakshmi! All the best!

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
1 Transfer certificate's fit in, many need hard covers (11)TABLECLOTHS
9 Stress to get back son across the current (7) TENSION
10 It heats or tears apart (7)ROASTER
11 Leave late one time (4)EXIT
12 Surprised to find doctor into wearing blue shades (10)ASTONISHED
13 Shakes taste extraordinary on adding ginger in bits (8)AGITATES
16 Gently touch bare girl inside (5)NUDGE
17 It may be used for cooking Pesto Veggie sandwiches (5)STOVE
19 Damage outside ship is not easy to understand (8)ABSTRUSE
21 Cycles pick up next to the first route and second (10) HEARTBEATS
23 Digital camera captures a rare mineral (4) TALC
26 Get back on vessel after an examination (7) REGRESS
27 Idea of working at home's popular with the old (7)OPINION
28 Sent a short note to help dear get adjusted (11) TELEGRAPHED

Down
1 Will I let out after a dose of torture? (5)TITLE
2 Twisting book’s introduction/conclusion (7)BENDING
3 … are rejected as offensive (4)EVIL
4 Roads, one for a plan (5)LANES
5 For slow ones: 'supply' is 'to store' (9)TORTOISES
6 Publisher's son to retain novel (9)STATIONER
7 Scratched out chit; ultimately some note (6)ITCHED
8 Game link (6)BRIDGE
14 Present tense describes men getting medical attention (9) TREATMENT
15 Bill takes a left moving across (9)TRAVERSAL
17 Field a ball perhaps (6)SPHERE
18 Mineral’s concealing a good colour (6)ORANGE
20 Language to stretch his jargon (7) SPANISH
22 Leather item I stripped for love (5)THONG
24 Break dance hit (5) CANED
25 Singer used up help with vocal intro (4) DIVA

:clap::clap::clap: Very good!

[Russellbew]

Thanks ma'am :)
This is a joint effort of my friend Sowmya Ramkumar ( Businessline brand CW setter ) , Martin & me .please do try & give feedback :)

[deepakgita]

Sorry for the delay. Just got back from Calicut

Across
6 Language of north India (5)
7 Dupe/liar misused a drug (8)
10 Animal work sounds wonderful (7)
11 A torque about Earth’s central line (7)
12 Puzzled by not making a profit (2,1,4)
13 Guided a horse without hesitation (7)
14 Primarily, Asian men are captivated by divine pickle (11)
19 Airlines to repair its missing wing part for flight control (7)
21 Sailors' remains at sea (7)
23 Massive trouts I zealously netted (7)
25 Essentially crisp fish, meat and spice dish (7)
26 Behead/murder for amusement (8)
27 Military unit's essential, I hear (5)
Down
1 Carped on about pit found in a fruit (8)
2 Saif turned up at officer's mess (6)
3 Authorisation for every assignment (10)
4 Extra thick (4)
5 Following obtained from flattery, essentially (6)
6 Catch hold of a heroin-smoking pipe (6)
8 Stringed instrument Luke played in the French University earlier (7)
9 A bit crass and vulgar (5)
13 They c-can get r-repetitive in speech? (10)
15 Working grannie's making money (7)
16 Brown in color with extraordinary odor, one's been cooked in an Indian oven (8)
17 Boat for stormy ocean (5)
18 Escorts the woman (head of state, previously) into the United States (6)
20 Unusually tall, he can be deadly (6)
22 Internally, entire section's surgically cut out (6)
24 Has tea mixed with a bit of sugar


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[pammechchu]

Across
6 Language of north India (5) HINDI
7 Dupe/liar misused a drug (8) EPIDURAL
10 Animal work sounds wonderful (7)
11 A torque about Earth’s central line (7) EQUATOR
12 Puzzled by not making a profit (2,1,4) AT A LOSS
13 Guided a horse without hesitation (7)
14 Primarily, Asian men are captivated by divine pickle (11)
19 Airlines to repair its missing wing part for flight control (7)
21 Sailors' remains at sea (7)
23 Massive trouts I zealously netted (7)
25 Essentially crisp fish, meat and spice dish (7)
26 Behead/murder for amusement (8)
27 Military unit's essential, I hear (5)
Down
1 Carped on about pit found in a fruit (8)
2 Saif turned up at officer's mess (6) FIASCO
3 Authorisation for every assignment (10)
4 Extra thick (4)
5 Following obtained from flattery, essentially (6)
6 Catch hold of a heroin-smoking pipe (6)
8 Stringed instrument Luke played in the French University earlier (7)
9 A bit crass and vulgar (5)
13 They c-can get r-repetitive in speech? (10)
15 Working grannie's making money (7)
16 Brown in color with extraordinary odor, one's been cooked in an Indian oven (8)
17 Boat for stormy ocean (5)
18 Escorts the woman (head of state, previously) into the United States (6)
20 Unusually tall, he can be deadly (6)
22 Internally, entire section's surgically cut out (6)
24 Has tea mixed with a bit of sugar

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
6 Language of north India (5) HINDI
7 Dupe/liar misused a drug (8) EPIDURAL
10 Animal work sounds wonderful (7)
11 A torque about Earth’s central line (7) EQUATOR
12 Puzzled by not making a profit (2,1,4) AT A LOSS
13 Guided a horse without hesitation (7)STEERED
14 Primarily, Asian men are captivated by divine pickle (11)
19 Airlines to repair its missing wing part for flight control (7)
21 Sailors' remains at sea (7)
23 Massive trouts I zealously netted (7)
25 Essentially crisp fish, meat and spice dish (7)
26 Behead/murder for amusement (8)
27 Military unit's essential, I hear (5)
Down
1 Carped on about pit found in a fruit (8)
2 Saif turned up at officer's mess (6) FIASCO
3 Authorisation for every assignment (10)
4 Extra thick (4)
5 Following obtained from flattery, essentially (6)LATTER
6 Catch hold of a heroin-smoking pipe (6)HOOKAH
8 Stringed instrument Luke played in the French University earlier (7)UKULELE
9 A bit crass and vulgar (5)CRUDE
13 They c-can get r-repetitive in speech? (10)
15 Working grannie's making money (7)
16 Brown in color with extraordinary odor, one's been cooked in an Indian oven (8)
17 Boat for stormy ocean (5)
18 Escorts the woman (head of state, previously) into the United States (6)
20 Unusually tall, he can be deadly (6)
22 Internally, entire section's surgically cut out (6)
24 Has tea mixed with a bit of sugar

[Russellbew]

Across
6 Language of north India (5) HINDI
7 Dupe/liar misused a drug (8) EPIDURAL
10 Animal work sounds wonderful (7)
11 A torque about Earth’s central line (7) EQUATOR
12 Puzzled by not making a profit (2,1,4) AT A LOSS
13 Guided a horse without hesitation (7)STEERED
14 Primarily, Asian men are captivated by divine pickle (11)
19 Airlines to repair its missing wing part for flight control (7)
21 Sailors' remains at sea (7) MARINES
23 Massive trouts I zealously netted (7)
25 Essentially crisp fish, meat and spice dish (7)
26 Behead/murder for amusement (8)
27 Military unit's essential, I hear (5)
Down
1 Carped on about pit found in a fruit (8)
2 Saif turned up at officer's mess (6) FIASCO
3 Authorisation for every assignment (10)
4 Extra thick (4)
5 Following obtained from flattery, essentially (6)LATTER
6 Catch hold of a heroin-smoking pipe (6)HOOKAH
8 Stringed instrument Luke played in the French University earlier (7)UKULELE
9 A bit crass and vulgar (5)CRUDE
13 They c-can get r-repetitive in speech? (10)
15 Working grannie's making money (7)
16 Brown in color with extraordinary odor, one's been cooked in an Indian oven (8)
17 Boat for stormy ocean (5) CANOE
18 Escorts the woman (head of state, previously) into the United States (6) USHERS
20 Unusually tall, he can be deadly (6) LETHAL
22 Internally, entire section's surgically cut out (6) RESECT
24 Has tea mixed with a bit of sugar

[deepakgita]

Across
6 Language of north India (5) HINDI
7 Dupe/liar misused a drug (8) EPIDURAL
10 Animal work sounds wonderful (7) OPOSSUM
11 A torque about Earth’s central line (7) EQUATOR
12 Puzzled by not making a profit (2,1,4) AT A LOSS
13 Guided a horse without hesitation (7)STEERED
14 Primarily, Asian men are captivated by divine pickle (11) PREDICAMENT
19 Airlines to repair its missing wing part for flight control (7) AILERON
21 Sailors' remains at sea (7) MARINES
23 Massive trouts I zealously netted (7) OUTSIZE
25 Essentially crisp fish, meat and spice dish (7) RISSOLE
26 Behead/murder for amusement (8)
27 Military unit's essential, I hear (5)
Down
1 Carped on about pit found in a fruit (8)
2 Saif turned up at officer's mess (6) FIASCO
3 Authorisation for every assignment (10)
4 Extra thick (4)
5 Following obtained from flattery, essentially (6)LATTER
6 Catch hold of a heroin-smoking pipe (6)HOOKAH
8 Stringed instrument Luke played in the French University earlier (7)UKULELE
9 A bit crass and vulgar (5)CRUDE
13 They c-can get r-repetitive in speech? (10)
15 Working grannie's making money (7)
16 Brown in color with extraordinary odor, one's been cooked in an Indian oven (8)
17 Boat for stormy ocean (5) CANOE
18 Escorts the woman (head of state, previously) into the United States (6) USHERS
20 Unusually tall, he can be deadly (6) LETHAL
22 Internally, entire section's surgically cut out (6) RESECT
24 Has tea mixed with a bit of sugar (4)

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
6 Language of north India (5) HINDI
7 Dupe/liar misused a drug (8) EPIDURAL
10 Animal work sounds wonderful (7) OPOSSUM
11 A torque about Earth’s central line (7) EQUATOR
12 Puzzled by not making a profit (2,1,4) AT A LOSS
13 Guided a horse without hesitation (7)STEERED
14 Primarily, Asian men are captivated by divine pickle (11) PREDICAMENT
19 Airlines to repair its missing wing part for flight control (7) AILERON
21 Sailors' remains at sea (7) MARINES
23 Massive trouts I zealously netted (7) OUTSIZE
25 Essentially crisp fish, meat and spice dish (7) RISSOLE
26 Behead/murder for amusement (8)LAUGHTER
27 Military unit's essential, I hear (5)CORPS
Down
1 Carped on about pit found in a fruit (8)ENDOCARP
2 Saif turned up at officer's mess (6) FIASCO
3 Authorisation for every assignment (10)PERMISSION
4 Extra thick (4)WIDE
5 Following obtained from flattery, essentially (6)LATTER
6 Catch hold of a heroin-smoking pipe (6)HOOKAH
8 Stringed instrument Luke played in the French University earlier (7)UKULELE
9 A bit crass and vulgar (5)CRUDE
13 They c-can get r-repetitive in speech? (10)STAMMERERS
15 Working grannie's making money (7)EARNING
16 Brown in color with extraordinary odor, one's been cooked in an Indian oven (8)TANDOORI
17 Boat for stormy ocean (5) CANOE
18 Escorts the woman (head of state, previously) into the United States (6) USHERS
20 Unusually tall, he can be deadly (6) LETHAL
22 Internally, entire section's surgically cut out (6) RESECT
24 Has tea mixed with a bit of sugar (4)EATS

:clap::clap::clap: Breezy!

[deepakgita]

ACROSS
1 Remnant, keepsake close to heart (6) RELICT
4 Cola — a cup drunk in Mexican resort (8) ACAPULCO
9 End of play is completely perplexing (6) STUMPS
10 Copper — check it in chemical vessel (8) CUCURBIT
11 Pet using force digging out new plant (3,6) DOG VIOLET
13 In favour of retaining the old entrance hallway (5)
14 Makes a faux pas plugging bishop, American, with old handgun (11)
17 Nobbled proceeds — men indemnified (11)
20 Boy round cliff (5)
22 Slash girls with swords (9)
24 Generate changes in youth (8)
25 Sign, say, knocked over by car (6)
26 Article on sailor, vice, and drink (8)
27 Notice slit in garment is good for appearance (6)

DOWN
1 Live on edge (6)
2 Boulanger playing in part of hotel, perhaps (6,3)
3 Cold month, mostly, in Bay of Naples island (5)
5 Forge iron bar originally on it (11)
6 Sportswear, and more feminine, belonging to us (4,5)
7 Solicit in entrance (5)
8 Shed tears after blooming protest (6)
12 Ably matched, surprisingly, in a Shakespearean role (4,7)
15 Slaughtering centaur popular? Not sure (9)
16 Criticism of face-lift? (9)
18 Left one by a rich heiress (6)
19 A Society is in street to help (6)
21 Some coaches spoil game (5)
23 Correct soldiers in short commercial (5)

[Russellbew]

ACROSS
1 Remnant, keepsake close to heart (6) RELICT
4 Cola — a cup drunk in Mexican resort (8) ACAPULCO
9 End of play is completely perplexing (6) STUMPS
10 Copper — check it in chemical vessel (8) CUCURBIT
11 Pet using force digging out new plant (3,6) DOG VIOLET
13 In favour of retaining the old entrance hallway (5)
14 Makes a faux pas plugging bishop, American, with old handgun (11)
17 Nobbled proceeds — men indemnified (11)
20 Boy round cliff (5)
22 Slash girls with swords (9)
24 Generate changes in youth (8) TEENAGER
25 Sign, say, knocked over by car (6)
26 Article on sailor, vice, and drink (8)
27 Notice slit in garment is good for appearance (6)

DOWN
1 Live on edge (6) RESIDE
2 Boulanger playing in part of hotel, perhaps (6,3) LOUNGE BAR
3 Cold month, mostly, in Bay of Naples island (5)
5 Forge iron bar originally on it (11) COUNTERFEIT
6 Sportswear, and more feminine, belonging to us (4,5)
7 Solicit in entrance (5)
8 Shed tears after blooming protest (6)
12 Ably matched, surprisingly, in a Shakespearean role (4,7)
15 Slaughtering centaur popular? Not sure (9)
16 Criticism of face-lift? (9)
18 Left one by a rich heiress (6)
19 A Society is in street to help (6)
21 Some coaches spoil game (5)
23 Correct soldiers in short commercial (5) AMEND

[pavalamani pragasam]

ACROSS
1 Remnant, keepsake close to heart (6) RELICT
4 Cola — a cup drunk in Mexican resort (8) ACAPULCO
9 End of play is completely perplexing (6) STUMPS
10 Copper — check it in chemical vessel (8) CUCURBIT
11 Pet using force digging out new plant (3,6) DOG VIOLET
13 In favour of retaining the old entrance hallway (5)
14 Makes a faux pas plugging bishop, American, with old handgun (11)
17 Nobbled proceeds — men indemnified (11)
20 Boy round cliff (5)
22 Slash girls with swords (9)CUTLASSES
24 Generate changes in youth (8) TEENAGER
25 Sign, say, knocked over by car (6)
26 Article on sailor, vice, and drink (8)
27 Notice slit in garment is good for appearance (6)

DOWN
1 Live on edge (6) RESIDE
2 Boulanger playing in part of hotel, perhaps (6,3) LOUNGE BAR
3 Cold month, mostly, in Bay of Naples island (5)CAPRI
5 Forge iron bar originally on it (11) COUNTERFEIT
6 Sportswear, and more feminine, belonging to us (4,5)
7 Solicit in entrance (5)
8 Shed tears after blooming protest (6)
12 Ably matched, surprisingly, in a Shakespearean role (4,7)LADY MACBETH
15 Slaughtering centaur popular? Not sure (9)UNCERTAIN
16 Criticism of face-lift? (9)
18 Left one by a rich heiress (6)
19 A Society is in street to help (6)
21 Some coaches spoil game (5)CHESS
23 Correct soldiers in short commercial (5) AMEND

[pavalamani pragasam]

ACROSS
1 Remnant, keepsake close to heart (6) RELICT
4 Cola — a cup drunk in Mexican resort (8) ACAPULCO
9 End of play is completely perplexing (6) STUMPS
10 Copper — check it in chemical vessel (8) CUCURBIT
11 Pet using force digging out new plant (3,6) DOG VIOLET
13 In favour of retaining the old entrance hallway (5)FOYER
14 Makes a faux pas plugging bishop, American, with old handgun (11)BLUNDERBUSS
17 Nobbled proceeds — men indemnified (11)RECOMPENSED
20 Boy round cliff (5)OSCAR
22 Slash girls with swords (9)CUTLASSES
24 Generate changes in youth (8) TEENAGER
25 Sign, say, knocked over by car (6)GEMINI
26 Article on sailor, vice, and drink (8)ABSINTHE
27 Notice slit in garment is good for appearance (6)ADVENT

DOWN
1 Live on edge (6) RESIDE
2 Boulanger playing in part of hotel, perhaps (6,3) LOUNGE BAR
3 Cold month, mostly, in Bay of Naples island (5)CAPRI
5 Forge iron bar originally on it (11) COUNTERFEIT
6 Sportswear, and more feminine, belonging to us (4,5)PLUS FOURS
7 Solicit in entrance (5)LOBBY
8 Shed tears after blooming protest (6)OUTCRY
12 Ably matched, surprisingly, in a Shakespearean role (4,7)LADY MACBETH
15 Slaughtering centaur popular? Not sure (9)UNCERTAIN
16 Criticism of face-lift? (9)SIDESWIPE
18 Left one by a rich heiress (6)PORTIA
19 A Society is in street to help (6)ASSIST
21 Some coaches spoil game (5)CHESS
23 Correct soldiers in short commercial (5) AMEND

:clap::clap::clap: Good!

[deepakgita]

Across
7 Speaker with one old musical composition (8) ORATORIO
9 OK-to-eat food item (6) EDIBLE
10 Off with a method (4) AWAY
11 Cravings for advertisement locutions (10) ADDICTIONS
12 Bar special champion, right? (6) SPACER
14 Nope, get a change that allows free access (4,4)
15 Repeated a profit with a profit (5,3,5)
17 Support tilt in compilation of books still in print (8)
19 Essays he's written in setback (6)
21 Monsoon out to pour all the same (10)
22 Black hat crushed for Thailand cash (4)
23 Detenu ancestors secreted shade of meaning (6)
24 Maintain the pace to stay up-to-date (4,4)
Down
1 Act your age with good line at the top (4,2)
2 Remain, saint — always! (4)
3 Test managed in rehearsal (5,3)
4 About small hint in heroic act (6)
5 Yet one may have to die for this salary (6,4)
6 Board with big load of fish food (8)
8 New York bold to break seniors' complex (3,3,7)
13 Suppresses ace's crossword entries (10)
15 One — one record almost due in similar version (8)
16 Witness at trial has hesitation (8)
18 I, with two boys, pressed (6)
20 Mimics Election Commission's tools (6)
22 Low pedestal (4)

Grid at http://www.thehindu.com/todays-paper/tp-miscellaneous/the-hindu-crossword-10476/article3471085.ece

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
7 Speaker with one old musical composition (8) ORATORIO
9 OK-to-eat food item (6) EDIBLE
10 Off with a method (4) AWAY
11 Cravings for advertisement locutions (10) ADDICTIONS
12 Bar special champion, right? (6) SPACER
14 Nope, get a change that allows free access (4,4)OPEN GATE
15 Repeated a profit with a profit (5,3,5)AGAIN AND AGAIN
17 Support tilt in compilation of books still in print (8)BACKLIST
19 Essays he's written in setback (6)THESES
21 Monsoon out to pour all the same (10)MONOTONOUS
22 Black hat crushed for Thailand cash (4)
23 Detenu ancestors secreted shade of meaning (6)
24 Maintain the pace to stay up-to-date (4,4)
Down
1 Act your age with good line at the top (4,2)
2 Remain, saint — always! (4)
3 Test managed in rehearsal (5,3)
4 About small hint in heroic act (6)
5 Yet one may have to die for this salary (6,4)
6 Board with big load of fish food (8)
8 New York bold to break seniors' complex (3,3,7)
13 Suppresses ace's crossword entries (10)
15 One — one record almost due in similar version (8)
16 Witness at trial has hesitation (8)
18 I, with two boys, pressed (6)
20 Mimics Election Commission's tools (6)
22 Low pedestal (4)

[Russellbew]

Across
7 Speaker with one old musical composition (8) ORATORIO
9 OK-to-eat food item (6) EDIBLE
10 Off with a method (4) AWAY
11 Cravings for advertisement locutions (10) ADDICTIONS
12 Bar special champion, right? (6) SPACER
14 Nope, get a change that allows free access (4,4)OPEN GATE
15 Repeated a profit with a profit (5,3,5)AGAIN AND AGAIN
17 Support tilt in compilation of books still in print (8)BACKLIST
19 Essays he's written in setback (6)THESES
21 Monsoon out to pour all the same (10)MONOTONOUS
22 Black hat crushed for Thailand cash (4) BAHT
23 Detenu ancestors secreted shade of meaning (6) NUANCE
24 Maintain the pace to stay up-to-date (4,4)
Down
1 Act your age with good line at the top (4,2) GROW UP
2 Remain, saint — always! (4)
3 Test managed in rehearsal (5,3) TRIAL RUN
4 About small hint in heroic act (6)
5 Yet one may have to die for this salary (6,4)
6 Board with big load of fish food (8)
8 New York bold to break seniors' complex (3,3,7) OLD BOY NETWORK
13 Suppresses ace's crossword entries (10)
15 One — one record almost due in similar version (8)
16 Witness at trial has hesitation (8)
18 I, with two boys, pressed (6)
20 Mimics Election Commission's tools (6)
22 Low pedestal (4)

[spchennai]

Across
7 Speaker with one old musical composition (8) ORATORIO
9 OK-to-eat food item (6) EDIBLE
10 Off with a method (4) AWAY
11 Cravings for advertisement locutions (10) ADDICTIONS
12 Bar special champion, right? (6) SPACER
14 Nope, get a change that allows free access (4,4)OPEN GATE
15 Repeated a profit with a profit (5,3,5)AGAIN AND AGAIN
17 Support tilt in compilation of books still in print (8)BACKLIST
19 Essays he's written in setback (6)THESES
21 Monsoon out to pour all the same (10)MONOTONOUS
22 Black hat crushed for Thailand cash (4) BAHT
23 Detenu ancestors secreted shade of meaning (6) NUANCE
24 Maintain the pace to stay up-to-date (4,4) KEEP STEP
Down
1 Act your age with good line at the top (4,2) GROW UP
2 Remain, saint — always! (4)
3 Test managed in rehearsal (5,3) TRIAL RUN
4 About small hint in heroic act (6)
5 Yet one may have to die for this salary (6,4) LIVING WAGE
6 Board with big load of fish food (8) PLANKTON
8 New York bold to break seniors' complex (3,3,7) OLD BOY NETWORK
13 Suppresses ace's crossword entries (10) CRACKDOWNS
15 One — one record almost due in similar version (8) ANALOGUE
16 Witness at trial has hesitation (8) ATTESTER
18 I, with two boys, pressed (6)
20 Mimics Election Commission's tools (6)
22 Low pedestal (4)

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
7 Speaker with one old musical composition (8) ORATORIO
9 OK-to-eat food item (6) EDIBLE
10 Off with a method (4) AWAY
11 Cravings for advertisement locutions (10) ADDICTIONS
12 Bar special champion, right? (6) SPACER
14 Nope, get a change that allows free access (4,4)OPEN GATE
15 Repeated a profit with a profit (5,3,5)AGAIN AND AGAIN
17 Support tilt in compilation of books still in print (8)BACKLIST
19 Essays he's written in setback (6)THESES
21 Monsoon out to pour all the same (10)MONOTONOUS
22 Black hat crushed for Thailand cash (4) BAHT
23 Detenu ancestors secreted shade of meaning (6) NUANCE
24 Maintain the pace to stay up-to-date (4,4) KEEP STEP
Down
1 Act your age with good line at the top (4,2) GROW UP
2 Remain, saint — always! (4)STAY
3 Test managed in rehearsal (5,3) TRIAL RUN
4 About small hint in heroic act (6)RESCUE
5 Yet one may have to die for this salary (6,4) LIVING WAGE
6 Board with big load of fish food (8) PLANKTON
8 New York bold to break seniors' complex (3,3,7) OLD BOY NETWORK
13 Suppresses ace's crossword entries (10) CRACKDOWNS
15 One — one record almost due in similar version (8) ANALOGUE
16 Witness at trial has hesitation (8) ATTESTER
18 I, with two boys, pressed (6)IRONED
20 Mimics Election Commission's tools (6)ECHOES
22 Low pedestal (4)BASE

:clap::clap::clap: Excellent!

[deepakgita]

Across
1 Drunk sans pizazz, having lost head, in elevated region (8)
6 Block southern revolutionary (4)
9 Defiant to accept the backward man, see? (6)
10 They may be just in Sahara and Gobi, for instance (7)
13 A steel application that may be music to your ears (5,4)
14 Best part of engineer in English river (5)
15 Ritual is correct, we're told (4)
16 He insists a pro lutist needs to be resettled (10)
19 Champion who has no angularities, perhaps (3-7)
21 Expert has great many to motivate (4)
24 Got to know of a cattle group, by the sound of it (5)
25 Take the place of great progeny, say (9)
26 Graduates meeting shortly — it may produce a blow (7)
27 Farm worker is boundlessly free mimic (6)
28 A Roosevelt has no time for little spin (4)
29 Taylor is bent on being alone (8)
Down
2 I get a piece of note on former legislation lacking precision (7) INEXACT
3 Who did you say? American poet? That bird? (6) HOOPOE
4 Moreover, pay attention: inland set is acting funny (3,6) AND LISTEN
5 But you may not want to evade this vehicle (5) DODGE
7 Abuse fellows involved in wrong (7) TORMENT
8 Late in the day, it may be shortened for a chief of government (4,8)
11 In a tricky situation, forget head of police, take strong hook (6)
12 You can go near such an official (12)
17 Real, upper disposition relating to childbirth (9)
18 English poet getting two ducks — bad luck (6)
20 Ladies I gathered around had close relationships (7)
22 Affectionate advice to boating companion uttered for one buck (3,4)
23 Not completely correct: worker is a shirker (6)
25 Countless, you of old leave on the beach (5)


Grid at http://www.thehindu.com/todays-paper/tp-national/the-hindu-crossword-11096/article6055165.ece

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
1 Drunk sans pizazz, having lost head, in elevated region (8)HIGHLAND
6 Block southern revolutionary (4)
9 Defiant to accept the backward man, see? (6)
10 They may be just in Sahara and Gobi, for instance (7)DESERTS
13 A steel application that may be music to your ears (5,4)
14 Best part of engineer in English river (5)
15 Ritual is correct, we're told (4)RITE
16 He insists a pro lutist needs to be resettled (10)STIPULATES
19 Champion who has no angularities, perhaps (3-7)ALL-ROUNDER
21 Expert has great many to motivate (4)
24 Got to know of a cattle group, by the sound of it (5)
25 Take the place of great progeny, say (9)
26 Graduates meeting shortly — it may produce a blow (7)
27 Farm worker is boundlessly free mimic (6)
28 A Roosevelt has no time for little spin (4)
29 Taylor is bent on being alone (8)
Down
2 I get a piece of note on former legislation lacking precision (7) INEXACT
3 Who did you say? American poet? That bird? (6) HOOPOE
4 Moreover, pay attention: inland set is acting funny (3,6) AND LISTEN
5 But you may not want to evade this vehicle (5) DODGE
7 Abuse fellows involved in wrong (7) TORMENT
8 Late in the day, it may be shortened for a chief of government (4,8)
11 In a tricky situation, forget head of police, take strong hook (6)
12 You can go near such an official (12)
17 Real, upper disposition relating to childbirth (9)
18 English poet getting two ducks — bad luck (6)
20 Ladies I gathered around had close relationships (7)
22 Affectionate advice to boating companion uttered for one buck (3,4)
23 Not completely correct: worker is a shirker (6)
25 Countless, you of old leave on the beach (5)

[sandhya.p61]

Across
1 Drunk sans pizazz, having lost head, in elevated region (8)HIGHLAND
6 Block southern revolutionary (4)
9 Defiant to accept the backward man, see? (6)
10 They may be just in Sahara and Gobi, for instance (7)DESERTS
13 A steel application that may be music to your ears (5,4)
14 Best part of engineer in English river (5)
15 Ritual is correct, we're told (4)RITE
16 He insists a pro lutist needs to be resettled (10)STIPULATES STIPULATOR
19 Champion who has no angularities, perhaps (3-7)ALL-ROUNDER
21 Expert has great many to motivate (4)
24 Got to know of a cattle group, by the sound of it (5)
25 Take the place of great progeny, say (9)
26 Graduates meeting shortly — it may produce a blow (7)BASSOON
27 Farm worker is boundlessly free mimic (6)
28 A Roosevelt has no time for little spin (4)
29 Taylor is bent on being alone (8)

Down
2 I get a piece of note on former legislation lacking precision (7) INEXACT
3 Who did you say? American poet? That bird? (6) HOOPOE
4 Moreover, pay attention: inland set is acting funny (3,6) AND LISTEN
5 But you may not want to evade this vehicle (5) DODGE
7 Abuse fellows involved in wrong (7) TORMENT
8 Late in the day, it may be shortened for a chief of government (4,8) POST MERIDIEM
11 In a tricky situation, forget head of police, take strong hook (6) SICKLE
12 You can go near such an official (12) APPROACHABLE
17 Real, upper disposition relating to childbirth (9)
18 English poet getting two ducks — bad luck (6)HOODOO
20 Ladies I gathered around had close relationships (7)
22 Affectionate advice to boating companion uttered for one buck (3,4)
23 Not completely correct: worker is a shirker (6)
25 Countless, you of old leave on the beach (5)

[Russellbew]

Across
1 Drunk sans pizazz, having lost head, in elevated region (8)HIGHLAND
6 Block southern revolutionary (4)
9 Defiant to accept the backward man, see? (6)
10 They may be just in Sahara and Gobi, for instance (7)DESERTS
13 A steel application that may be music to your ears (5,4)
14 Best part of engineer in English river (5)
15 Ritual is correct, we're told (4)RITE
16 He insists a pro lutist needs to be resettled (10)STIPULATES STIPULATOR
19 Champion who has no angularities, perhaps (3-7)ALL-ROUNDER
21 Expert has great many to motivate (4) PROD
24 Got to know of a cattle group, by the sound of it (5) HEARD
25 Take the place of great progeny, say (9)
26 Graduates meeting shortly — it may produce a blow (7)BASSOON
27 Farm worker is boundlessly free mimic (6)
28 A Roosevelt has no time for little spin (4) EDDY
29 Taylor is bent on being alone (8) SOLITARY

Down
2 I get a piece of note on former legislation lacking precision (7) INEXACT
3 Who did you say? American poet? That bird? (6) HOOPOE
4 Moreover, pay attention: inland set is acting funny (3,6) AND LISTEN
5 But you may not want to evade this vehicle (5) DODGE
7 Abuse fellows involved in wrong (7) TORMENT
8 Late in the day, it may be shortened for a chief of government (4,8) POST MERIDIEM
11 In a tricky situation, forget head of police, take strong hook (6) SICKLE
12 You can go near such an official (12) APPROACHABLE
17 Real, upper disposition relating to childbirth (9)
18 English poet getting two ducks — bad luck (6)HOODOO
20 Ladies I gathered around had close relationships (7) LIAISED
22 Affectionate advice to boating companion uttered for one buck (3,4)
23 Not completely correct: worker is a shirker (6)
25 Countless, you of old leave on the beach (5)

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
1 Drunk sans pizazz, having lost head, in elevated region (8)HIGHLAND
6 Block southern revolutionary (4)STOP
9 Defiant to accept the backward man, see? (6)BEHOLD
10 They may be just in Sahara and Gobi, for instance (7)DESERTS
13 A steel application that may be music to your ears (5,4)PIANO WIRE
14 Best part of engineer in English river (5)CREAM
15 Ritual is correct, we're told (4)RITE
16 He insists a pro lutist needs to be resettled (10)STIPULATOR
19 Champion who has no angularities, perhaps (3-7)ALL-ROUNDER
21 Expert has great many to motivate (4) PROD
24 Got to know of a cattle group, by the sound of it (5) HEARD
25 Take the place of great progeny, say (9)SUPERCEDE
26 Graduates meeting shortly — it may produce a blow (7)BASSOON
27 Farm worker is boundlessly free mimic (6)REAPER
28 A Roosevelt has no time for little spin (4) EDDY
29 Taylor is bent on being alone (8) SOLITARY

Down
2 I get a piece of note on former legislation lacking precision (7) INEXACT
3 Who did you say? American poet? That bird? (6) HOOPOE
4 Moreover, pay attention: inland set is acting funny (3,6) AND LISTEN
5 But you may not want to evade this vehicle (5) DODGE
7 Abuse fellows involved in wrong (7) TORMENT
8 Late in the day, it may be shortened for a chief of government (4,8) POST MERIDIEM
11 In a tricky situation, forget head of police, take strong hook (6) SICKLE
12 You can go near such an official (12) APPROACHABLE
17 Real, upper disposition relating to childbirth (9)PUERPERAL
18 English poet getting two ducks — bad luck (6)HOODOO
20 Ladies I gathered around had close relationships (7) LIAISED
22 Affectionate advice to boating companion uttered for one buck (3,4)ROE DEER
23 Not completely correct: worker is a shirker (6)TRUANT
25 Countless, you of old leave on the beach (5)SANDS

:clap::clap::clap: Delightful! Recalls Wordworth's solitary reaper!

[deepakgita]

Across
1 Indicates place to shoot from commander's vessel (8) FLAGSHIP
5 Not much silver found in lake (6) MEAGRE
9 Female personnel attached to the princess (7) DISTAFF
10 At home, young reporter has you and me in old nightmare (7) INCUBUS
11 Bride, with these chemical experiment substances, becomes scatterbrained (9) REACTANTS
12 Diminutive born back in the limits of Thalassery (5)
13 Very small can pray finally (4)
14 Theatrical behaviour of buck in Egyptian vessel (9)
17 Accounts for lists city having a distinctive manner of its own (9)
19 I study the sacred picture (4)
23 Release a preview of art production made by one learner (5)
24 She and inmate together contrive what's used to control the boat (9)
25 Little mother gets half-a-century — barely adequate (7)
26 A grand ring on the shore (7)
27 Date not subject to change (6)
28 Sculptures remain around north Indian clan (8)

Down
1 To form a union, take dear around in gala event (8)
2 Lay off sailor with stigma (7)
3 Thin, lean in shadowy case (6)
4 Briefly, about the thing mali's broken — it's negligible (13)
6 Stimulating, going out holding chick's top (8)
7 Bits from marsh retrieved to get best treatment (7)
8 Tracts from eastern and southern states (6)
10 It's meaningless in character, provided one tilt (13)
15 Took a zigzag course in dirty old Salem (8)
16 All together, world leaders have south Indian dish thrown around central step (8)
18 Student's fall getting support all round (7)
20 Pause, vehicle stops short, about to turn a trick (7)
21 Totally baffles those behind the batsman (6)
22 Implike person sends up English in quick wit (6)

Grid at http://www.thehindu.com/todays-paper/tp-miscellaneous/the-hindu-crossword-11189/article6404493.ece

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
1 Indicates place to shoot from commander's vessel (8) FLAGSHIP
5 Not much silver found in lake (6) MEAGRE
9 Female personnel attached to the princess (7) DISTAFF
10 At home, young reporter has you and me in old nightmare (7) INCUBUS
11 Bride, with these chemical experiment substances, becomes scatterbrained (9) REACTANTS
12 Diminutive born back in the limits of Thalassery (5)
13 Very small can pray finally (4)
14 Theatrical behaviour of buck in Egyptian vessel (9)
17 Accounts for lists city having a distinctive manner of its own (9)
19 I study the sacred picture (4)
23 Release a preview of art production made by one learner (5)
24 She and inmate together contrive what's used to control the boat (9)
25 Little mother gets half-a-century — barely adequate (7)
26 A grand ring on the shore (7)
27 Date not subject to change (6)STEADY
28 Sculptures remain around north Indian clan (8)

Down
1 To form a union, take dear around in gala event (8)
2 Lay off sailor with stigma (7)ABSTAIN
3 Thin, lean in shadowy case (6)
4 Briefly, about the thing mali's broken — it's negligible (13)
6 Stimulating, going out holding chick's top (8)EXCITING
7 Bits from marsh retrieved to get best treatment (7)
8 Tracts from eastern and southern states (6)ESSAYS
10 It's meaningless in character, provided one tilt (13)
15 Took a zigzag course in dirty old Salem (8)
16 All together, world leaders have south Indian dish thrown around central step (8)
18 Student's fall getting support all round (7)
20 Pause, vehicle stops short, about to turn a trick (7)
21 Totally baffles those behind the batsman (6)STUMPS
22 Implike person sends up English in quick wit (6)

[Russellbew]

Across
1 Indicates place to shoot from commander's vessel (8) FLAGSHIP
5 Not much silver found in lake (6) MEAGRE
9 Female personnel attached to the princess (7) DISTAFF
10 At home, young reporter has you and me in old nightmare (7) INCUBUS
11 Bride, with these chemical experiment substances, becomes scatterbrained (9) REACTANTS
12 Diminutive born back in the limits of Thalassery (5) TEENY
13 Very small can pray finally (4)
14 Theatrical behaviour of buck in Egyptian vessel (9)
17 Accounts for lists city having a distinctive manner of its own (9)
19 I study the sacred picture (4)
23 Release a preview of art production made by one learner (5) TRAIL
24 She and inmate together contrive what's used to control the boat (9) MAINSHEET
25 Little mother gets half-a-century — barely adequate (7)
26 A grand ring on the shore (7)
27 Date not subject to change (6)STEADY
28 Sculptures remain around north Indian clan (8)

Down
1 To form a union, take dear around in gala event (8)
2 Lay off sailor with stigma (7)ABSTAIN
3 Thin, lean in shadowy case (6)
4 Briefly, about the thing mali's broken — it's negligible (13)
6 Stimulating, going out holding chick's top (8)EXCITING
7 Bits from marsh retrieved to get best treatment (7)
8 Tracts from eastern and southern states (6)ESSAYS
10 It's meaningless in character, provided one tilt (13) INSIGNIFICANT
15 Took a zigzag course in dirty old Salem (8)
16 All together, world leaders have south Indian dish thrown around central step (8)
18 Student's fall getting support all round (7)
20 Pause, vehicle stops short, about to turn a trick (7)
21 Totally baffles those behind the batsman (6)STUMPS
22 Implike person sends up English in quick wit (6) ESPRIT

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
1 Indicates place to shoot from commander's vessel (8) FLAGSHIP
5 Not much silver found in lake (6) MEAGRE
9 Female personnel attached to the princess (7) DISTAFF
10 At home, young reporter has you and me in old nightmare (7) INCUBUS
11 Bride, with these chemical experiment substances, becomes scatterbrained (9) REACTANTS
12 Diminutive born back in the limits of Thalassery (5) TEENY
13 Very small can pray finally (4)TINY
14 Theatrical behaviour of buck in Egyptian vessel (9)STAGINESS
17 Accounts for lists city having a distinctive manner of its own (9)STYLISTIC
19 I study the sacred picture (4)ICON
23 Release a preview of art production made by one learner (5) TRAIL
24 She and inmate together contrive what's used to control the boat (9) MAINSHEET
25 Little mother gets half-a-century — barely adequate (7)MINIMAL
26 A grand ring on the shore (7)AGROUND
27 Date not subject to change (6)STEADY
28 Sculptures remain around north Indian clan (8)STATUARY

Down
1 To form a union, take dear around in gala event (8)FEDERATE
2 Lay off sailor with stigma (7)ABSTAIN
3 Thin, lean in shadowy case (6)SCANTY
4 Briefly, about the thing mali's broken — it's negligible (13)INFINITESIMAL
6 Stimulating, going out holding chick's top (8)EXCITING
7 Bits from marsh retrieved to get best treatment (7)GOBBETS
8 Tracts from eastern and southern states (6)ESSAYS
10 It's meaningless in character, provided one tilt (13) INSIGNIFICANT
15 Took a zigzag course in dirty old Salem (8)SLALOMED
16 All together, world leaders have south Indian dish thrown around central step (8)UNITEDLY
18 Student's fall getting support all round (7)TRAINEE
20 Pause, vehicle stops short, about to turn a trick (7)CAESURA
21 Totally baffles those behind the batsman (6)STUMPS
22 Implike person sends up English in quick wit (6) ESPRIT

:clap::clap::clap: Hard work!

[deepakgita]

Across
1 Old chair found broken in crashed car (7)
5 Nearly glowed with great numbers of flowers (6)
9 Male has primarily able and extremely robust organ (5)
10 Sailor with people gets eternal punishment (9)
11 Accept first-class master to prepare for firing (4,3)
12 The French fellows in court are merciful (7)
13 New leader very distressed and anxious (5)
14 The painting comes down on head (9)
16 Pinpoints some Canadian dwellings? (5,2,2)
19 Defeats in circuitous tours (5)
21 Noise for more superior, limitless eating place (7)
23 When first of computers was put into reboot mode (7)
24 Uttered sharply in a couple of pages in colour that are published (6,3)
25 Sturdy material dacoits' leader looted out of Maharashtra town (5)
26 Sort again and do some more keyboarding (6)
27 Obtains information all around to get back salted-away savings (4,3)

Down
1 Hopeful attempt that can cheer you up at night? (1,4,2,3,4)
2 Attractive girl may be in the soup (7)
3 As a point of fact, learners went for radical insurance employee (7)
4 Acumen — lot needed in what you may do for a fruit salad (3,1,5)
5 Poem from the really rich (5)
6 They jump, they are people born on February 29 (7)
7 Monster! See him involved in terrible race! (7)
8 At dinner table, it is second or more than that (7,7)
15 Some — but not making a XI, obviously (4,2,3)
17 A handful for Roman foot-soldiers (7) MANIPLE
18 Surfeit from a connection in a dirty place (7) SATIETY
19 Captures again — what a dissatisfied film director orders (7) RETAKES
20 One takes this to show offence (7) UMBRAGE
22 Take the honey and run! (5) ELOPE

Grid at http://www.thehindu.com/todays-paper/tp-miscellaneous/the-hindu-crossword-11063/article5927298.ece

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
1 Old chair found broken in crashed car (7)
5 Nearly glowed with great numbers of flowers (6)
9 Male has primarily able and extremely robust organ (5)HEART
10 Sailor with people gets eternal punishment (9)
11 Accept first-class master to prepare for firing (4,3)
12 The French fellows in court are merciful (7)
13 New leader very distressed and anxious (5)
14 The painting comes down on head (9)
16 Pinpoints some Canadian dwellings? (5,2,2)
19 Defeats in circuitous tours (5)ROUTS
21 Noise for more superior, limitless eating place (7)
23 When first of computers was put into reboot mode (7)
24 Uttered sharply in a couple of pages in colour that are published (6,3)
25 Sturdy material dacoits' leader looted out of Maharashtra town (5)
26 Sort again and do some more keyboarding (6)RETYPE
27 Obtains information all around to get back salted-away savings (4,3)NEST EGG

Down
1 Hopeful attempt that can cheer you up at night? (1,4,2,3,4)A SHOT IN THE DARK
2 Attractive girl may be in the soup (7)
3 As a point of fact, learners went for radical insurance employee (7)
4 Acumen — lot needed in what you may do for a fruit salad (3,1,5)
5 Poem from the really rich (5)
6 They jump, they are people born on February 29 (7)
7 Monster! See him involved in terrible race! (7)
8 At dinner table, it is second or more than that (7,7)
15 Some — but not making a XI, obviously (4,2,3)
17 A handful for Roman foot-soldiers (7) MANIPLE
18 Surfeit from a connection in a dirty place (7) SATIETY
19 Captures again — what a dissatisfied film director orders (7) RETAKES
20 One takes this to show offence (7) UMBRAGE
22 Take the honey and run! (5) ELOPE

[Russellbew]

Across
1 Old chair found broken in crashed car (7) ARCHAIC
5 Nearly glowed with great numbers of flowers (6)
9 Male has primarily able and extremely robust organ (5)HEART
10 Sailor with people gets eternal punishment (9)
11 Accept first-class master to prepare for firing (4,3)
12 The French fellows in court are merciful (7) CLEMENT
13 New leader very distressed and anxious (5)
14 The painting comes down on head (9)
16 Pinpoints some Canadian dwellings? (5,2,2)
19 Defeats in circuitous tours (5)ROUTS
21 Noise for more superior, limitless eating place (7)
23 When first of computers was put into reboot mode (7) OCTOBER
24 Uttered sharply in a couple of pages in colour that are published (6,3)
25 Sturdy material dacoits' leader looted out of Maharashtra town (5)
26 Sort again and do some more keyboarding (6)RETYPE
27 Obtains information all around to get back salted-away savings (4,3)NEST EGG

Down
1 Hopeful attempt that can cheer you up at night? (1,4,2,3,4)A SHOT IN THE DARK
2 Attractive girl may be in the soup (7)
3 As a point of fact, learners went for radical insurance employee (7)
4 Acumen — lot needed in what you may do for a fruit salad (3,1,5) CUT A MELON
5 Poem from the really rich (5) LYRIC
6 They jump, they are people born on February 29 (7)
7 Monster! See him involved in terrible race! (7)
8 At dinner table, it is second or more than that (7,7)
15 Some — but not making a XI, obviously (4,2,3)
17 A handful for Roman foot-soldiers (7) MANIPLE
18 Surfeit from a connection in a dirty place (7) SATIETY
19 Captures again — what a dissatisfied film director orders (7) RETAKES
20 One takes this to show offence (7) UMBRAGE
22 Take the honey and run! (5) ELOPE

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
1 Old chair found broken in crashed car (7) ARCHAIC
5 Nearly glowed with great numbers of flowers (6)LILACS
9 Male has primarily able and extremely robust organ (5)HEART
10 Sailor with people gets eternal punishment (9)TARNATION
11 Accept first-class master to prepare for firing (4,3)TAKE AIM
12 The French fellows in court are merciful (7) CLEMENT
13 New leader very distressed and anxious (5)NERVY
14 The painting comes down on head (9)LANDSCAPE
16 Pinpoints some Canadian dwellings? (5,2,2)HOMES IN ON
19 Defeats in circuitous tours (5)ROUTS
21 Noise for more superior, limitless eating place (7)DINETTE
23 When first of computers was put into reboot mode (7) OCTOBER
24 Uttered sharply in a couple of pages in colour that are published (6,3)RAPPED OUT
25 Sturdy material dacoits' leader looted out of Maharashtra town (5)KHAKI
26 Sort again and do some more keyboarding (6)RETYPE
27 Obtains information all around to get back salted-away savings (4,3)NEST EGG

Down
1 Hopeful attempt that can cheer you up at night? (1,4,2,3,4)A SHOT IN THE DARK
2 Attractive girl may be in the soup (7)CRACKER
3 As a point of fact, learners went for radical insurance employee (7)ACTUARY
4 Acumen — lot needed in what you may do for a fruit salad (3,1,5) CUT A MELON
5 Poem from the really rich (5) LYRIC
6 They jump, they are people born on February 29 (7)LEAPERS
7 Monster! See him involved in terrible race! (7)CHIMERA
8 At dinner table, it is second or more than that (7,7)ANOTHER SERVING
15 Some — but not making a XI, obviously (4,2,3)NINE OR TEN
17 A handful for Roman foot-soldiers (7) MANIPLE
18 Surfeit from a connection in a dirty place (7) SATIETY
19 Captures again — what a dissatisfied film director orders (7) RETAKES
20 One takes this to show offence (7) UMBRAGE
22 Take the honey and run! (5) ELOPE

:clap::clap::clap: Very good!

[deepakgita]

Across
1 Emperor about to admit fighter to haul back (8)
5 Women mix up in duckwalk (6)
10 Cattle disease brought by endless fog and deluge (7)
11 Finale has mice spreading out over a wide area (7) ENDEMIC
12 Merchant tarred badly (6) TRADER
13 A doctor almost got up with one drop of amrit — food for the gods (8) AMBROSIA
15 On top of which, a house is nothing (4)
16 Reader's voluminous notes by the side (10)
18 No siren is for such a situation (10)
20 It's half-kind to writer (4)
23 Having alighted, I rate assembled intellectuals (8) LITERATI
24 Fruit — old chum almost swallows it (6)
26 Drink quite mixed by the French (7)
27 Was father mean until he became this? (7)
28 Baby, go with grass endlessly (6)
29 Eat, perhaps, besides drinking during this time (3,5) TEA BREAK

Down
1 Thus some sentences might end (4,2,1,4,4)
2 They are often cast in Westerns (7)
3 State support for beard (6)
4 Single bunch: novel without energy (4)
6 Moreover, smoothens the firewood holders (8)
7 Mother's sole provision for old girl (7)
8 Once the silent one's state took away opening sign! (11,4)
9 Whose target man? Perhaps! (9)
14 Cultural centre? (9)
17 United, perhaps, following husband, victim of recession (8)
19 Old lark, we hear (7)
21 Shorten a game (7)
22 About to run into feeding-time requirement — tummy soother (6)
25 Fever? Dispute rightaway! (4)

Grid at http://www.thehindu.com/todays-paper/tp-miscellaneous/the-hindu-crossword-11032/article5783135.ece

[Russellbew]

Hi PP ma'am ,

Happy b'day :)

[sandhya.p61]

Across
1 Emperor about to admit fighter to haul back (8)
5 Women mix up in duckwalk (6)
10 Cattle disease brought by endless fog and deluge (7)
11 Finale has mice spreading out over a wide area (7) ENDEMIC
12 Merchant tarred badly (6) TRADER
13 A doctor almost got up with one drop of amrit — food for the gods (8) AMBROSIA
15 On top of which, a house is nothing (4)
16 Reader's voluminous notes by the side (10)
18 No siren is for such a situation (10)
20 It's half-kind to writer (4)
23 Having alighted, I rate assembled intellectuals (8) LITERATI
24 Fruit — old chum almost swallows it (6)
26 Drink quite mixed by the French (7)
27 Was father mean until he became this? (7)
28 Baby, go with grass endlessly (6)
29 Eat, perhaps, besides drinking during this time (3,5) TEA BREAK

Down
1 Thus some sentences might end (4,2,1,4,4) COME TO A FULL STOP
2 They are often cast in Westerns (7)
3 State support for beard (6)
4 Single bunch: novel without energy (4)
6 Moreover, smoothens the firewood holders (8) ANDIRONS
7 Mother's sole provision for old girl (7) DAMOSEL
8 Once the silent one's state took away opening sign! (11,4) EXCLAMATION MARK
9 Whose target man? Perhaps! (9) TERMAGANT
14 Cultural centre? (9)
17 United, perhaps, following husband, victim of recession (8)
19 Old lark, we hear (7)
21 Shorten a game (7)
22 About to run into feeding-time requirement — tummy soother (6)
25 Fever? Dispute rightaway! (4)

[pavalamani pragasam]

Hi PP ma'am ,

Happy b'day :)

Thanks, Lakshmi!:-D

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
1 Emperor about to admit fighter to haul back (8)
5 Women mix up in duckwalk (6)
10 Cattle disease brought by endless fog and deluge (7)
11 Finale has mice spreading out over a wide area (7) ENDEMIC
12 Merchant tarred badly (6) TRADER
13 A doctor almost got up with one drop of amrit — food for the gods (8) AMBROSIA
15 On top of which, a house is nothing (4)
16 Reader's voluminous notes by the side (10)
18 No siren is for such a situation (10)UNALARMING
20 It's half-kind to writer (4)
23 Having alighted, I rate assembled intellectuals (8) LITERATI
24 Fruit — old chum almost swallows it (6)
26 Drink quite mixed by the French (7)TEQUILA
27 Was father mean until he became this? (7)
28 Baby, go with grass endlessly (6)
29 Eat, perhaps, besides drinking during this time (3,5) TEA BREAK

Down
1 Thus some sentences might end (4,2,1,4,4) COME TO A FULL STOP
2 They are often cast in Westerns (7)
3 State support for beard (6)
4 Single bunch: novel without energy (4)
6 Moreover, smoothens the firewood holders (8) ANDIRONS
7 Mother's sole provision for old girl (7) DAMOSEL
8 Once the silent one's state took away opening sign! (11,4) EXCLAMATION MARK
9 Whose target man? Perhaps! (9) TERMAGANT
14 Cultural centre? (9)
17 United, perhaps, following husband, victim of recession (8)
19 Old lark, we hear (7)ANTIQUE
21 Shorten a game (7)ABRIDGE
22 About to run into feeding-time requirement — tummy soother (6)
25 Fever? Dispute rightaway! (4)AGUE

[sandhya.p61]

Happy Birthday PP! :)

[Russellbew]

Across
1 Emperor about to admit fighter to haul back (8)
5 Women mix up in duckwalk (6) WADDLE
10 Cattle disease brought by endless fog and deluge (7)
11 Finale has mice spreading out over a wide area (7) ENDEMIC
12 Merchant tarred badly (6) TRADER
13 A doctor almost got up with one drop of amrit — food for the gods (8) AMBROSIA
15 On top of which, a house is nothing (4)
16 Reader's voluminous notes by the side (10)
18 No siren is for such a situation (10)UNALARMING
20 It's half-kind to writer (4) SAKI
23 Having alighted, I rate assembled intellectuals (8) LITERATI
24 Fruit — old chum almost swallows it (6) CITRON
26 Drink quite mixed by the French (7)TEQUILA
27 Was father mean until he became this? (7) GRANDPA
28 Baby, go with grass endlessly (6)
29 Eat, perhaps, besides drinking during this time (3,5) TEA BREAK

Down
1 Thus some sentences might end (4,2,1,4,4) COME TO A FULL STOP
2 They are often cast in Westerns (7)
3 State support for beard (6) GOATEE
4 Single bunch: novel without energy (4)
6 Moreover, smoothens the firewood holders (8) ANDIRONS
7 Mother's sole provision for old girl (7) DAMOSEL
8 Once the silent one's state took away opening sign! (11,4) EXCLAMATION MARK
9 Whose target man? Perhaps! (9) TERMAGANT
14 Cultural centre? (9)
17 United, perhaps, following husband, victim of recession (8)
19 Old lark, we hear (7)ANTIQUE
21 Shorten a game (7)ABRIDGE
22 About to run into feeding-time requirement — tummy soother (6)
25 Fever? Dispute rightaway! (4)AGUE

[pavalamani pragasam]

Happy Birthday PP! :)
Thanks, Sandhya!:-D

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
1 Emperor about to admit fighter to haul back (8)CALIGULA
5 Women mix up in duckwalk (6) WADDLE
10 Cattle disease brought by endless fog and deluge (7)MURRAIN
11 Finale has mice spreading out over a wide area (7) ENDEMIC
12 Merchant tarred badly (6) TRADER
13 A doctor almost got up with one drop of amrit — food for the gods (8) AMBROSIA
15 On top of which, a house is nothing (4)ALSO
16 Reader's voluminous notes by the side (10)MARGINALIA
18 No siren is for such a situation (10)UNALARMING
20 It's half-kind to writer (4) SAKI
23 Having alighted, I rate assembled intellectuals (8) LITERATI
24 Fruit — old chum almost swallows it (6) CITRON
26 Drink quite mixed by the French (7)TEQUILA
27 Was father mean until he became this? (7) GRANDPA
28 Baby, go with grass endlessly (6)PEEWEE
29 Eat, perhaps, besides drinking during this time (3,5) TEA BREAK

Down
1 Thus some sentences might end (4,2,1,4,4) COME TO A FULL STOP
2 They are often cast in Westerns (7)LARIATS
3 State support for beard (6) GOATEE
4 Single bunch: novel without energy (4)LONE
6 Moreover, smoothens the firewood holders (8) ANDIRONS
7 Mother's sole provision for old girl (7) DAMOSEL
8 Once the silent one's state took away opening sign! (11,4) EXCLAMATION MARK
9 Whose target man? Perhaps! (9) TERMAGANT
14 Cultural centre? (9)FARMSTEAD
17 United, perhaps, following husband, victim of recession (8)HAIRLINE
19 Old lark, we hear (7)ANTIQUE
21 Shorten a game (7)ABRIDGE
22 About to run into feeding-time requirement — tummy soother (6)BICARB
25 Fever? Dispute rightaway! (4)AGUE

:clap::clap::clap: Very good!

[deepakgita]

Across
1 Anna, bail out a foreign national (8) ALBANIAN
5 Imposed one's will on fourth assault group? (6) FORCED
9 The fellow-publicist passes over second executioner (8) HEADSMAN
10 Scoundrel beckoned girl after girl (3,3) BAD EGG
12 Pay heed to piece of music (4) NOTE
13 Shh — pay up or look for bar discount times (5,5)
15 Charm everybody at university by reading English (6)
17 Delete article in Scottish language (5)
20 A pawnshop’s offering declared without assistance (5)
21 Father fesses up to grimaces (6)
24 Fancies one small bend in bags (10)
27 Angry one leaving charge (4)
29 Hardwired hotel admits cheat back (6)
30 USA mints destroyed in large waves (8)
31 Country fellow's collection of reminiscences (6)
32 Impulse of this month to have can checked first (8)
Down
1 Present in the vicinity (2,4)
2 Food preservative kit assembled in devotion in India (6)
3 From where flying starts happen (4)
4 Rope-making fibre used by Colaba cattlemen (5)
6 Nothing char disposed of is vegetable (5)
7 Use care — a review is needed of poetic pauses (8)
8 Taken in, went out to catch heroic deed (8)
11 Ill-gotten dope's about eastern auto instrument (6)
14 Down-in-the-dumps shade (4)
16 Discriminatory in world show (6)
17 Bird has no luck almost in Swiss city (4)
18 Discerning about Indian magazine in Gujarat's capital (8)
19 Give accommodation to lad — one among estate staff (8)
22 Male entering barbershop is a swimmer (6)
23 If you need some larger beds, it won’t do! (6)
25 Automobile Association's run on high priest (5)
26 Seen wandering round southern city (5)
28 Have zero complaint when pursuing an assignment (2,2)

Grid at http://www.thehindu.com/todays-paper/tp-miscellaneous/the-hindu-crossword-11093/article6042869.ece

[deepakgita]

Belated Happy Birthday PP

Thanks, Sandhya!:-D

[pavalamani pragasam]

Belated Happy Birthday PP

Thanks, Colonel!

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
1 Anna, bail out a foreign national (8) ALBANIAN
5 Imposed one's will on fourth assault group? (6) FORCED
9 The fellow-publicist passes over second executioner (8) HEADSMAN
10 Scoundrel beckoned girl after girl (3,3) BAD EGG
12 Pay heed to piece of music (4) NOTE
13 Shh — pay up or look for bar discount times (5,5)
15 Charm everybody at university by reading English (6)ALLURE
17 Delete article in Scottish language (5)
20 A pawnshop’s offering declared without assistance (5)
21 Father fesses up to grimaces (6)FROWNS
24 Fancies one small bend in bags (10)
27 Angry one leaving charge (4)
29 Hardwired hotel admits cheat back (6)
30 USA mints destroyed in large waves (8)TSUNAMIS
31 Country fellow's collection of reminiscences (6)
32 Impulse of this month to have can checked first (8)
Down
1 Present in the vicinity (2,4)
2 Food preservative kit assembled in devotion in India (6)
3 From where flying starts happen (4)NEST
4 Rope-making fibre used by Colaba cattlemen (5)
6 Nothing char disposed of is vegetable (5)
7 Use care — a review is needed of poetic pauses (8)
8 Taken in, went out to catch heroic deed (8)
11 Ill-gotten dope's about eastern auto instrument (6)
14 Down-in-the-dumps shade (4)BLUE
16 Discriminatory in world show (6)
17 Bird has no luck almost in Swiss city (4)
18 Discerning about Indian magazine in Gujarat's capital (8)
19 Give accommodation to lad — one among estate staff (8)
22 Male entering barbershop is a swimmer (6)
23 If you need some larger beds, it won’t do! (6)
25 Automobile Association's run on high priest (5)
26 Seen wandering round southern city (5)
28 Have zero complaint when pursuing an assignment (2,2)

[Russellbew]

Across
1 Anna, bail out a foreign national (8) ALBANIAN
5 Imposed one's will on fourth assault group? (6) FORCED
9 The fellow-publicist passes over second executioner (8) HEADSMAN
10 Scoundrel beckoned girl after girl (3,3) BAD EGG
12 Pay heed to piece of music (4) NOTE
13 Shh — pay up or look for bar discount times (5,5) HAPPY HOURS
15 Charm everybody at university by reading English (6)ALLURE
17 Delete article in Scottish language (5) ERASE
20 A pawnshop’s offering declared without assistance (5)
21 Father fesses up to grimaces (6)FROWNS
24 Fancies one small bend in bags (10)
27 Angry one leaving charge (4)
29 Hardwired hotel admits cheat back (6)
30 USA mints destroyed in large waves (8)TSUNAMIS
31 Country fellow's collection of reminiscences (6)
32 Impulse of this month to have can checked first (8)
Down
1 Present in the vicinity (2,4) AT HAND
2 Food preservative kit assembled in devotion in India (6) BHAKTI
3 From where flying starts happen (4)NEST
4 Rope-making fibre used by Colaba cattlemen (5)
6 Nothing char disposed of is vegetable (5)
7 Use care — a review is needed of poetic pauses (8)
8 Taken in, went out to catch heroic deed (8) DIGESTED
11 Ill-gotten dope's about eastern auto instrument (6)
14 Down-in-the-dumps shade (4)BLUE
16 Discriminatory in world show (6)
17 Bird has no luck almost in Swiss city (4)
18 Discerning about Indian magazine in Gujarat's capital (8)
19 Give accommodation to lad — one among estate staff (8)
22 Male entering barbershop is a swimmer (6)
23 If you need some larger beds, it won’t do! (6)
25 Automobile Association's run on high priest (5)
26 Seen wandering round southern city (5)
28 Have zero complaint when pursuing an assignment (2,2)

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
1 Anna, bail out a foreign national (8) ALBANIAN
5 Imposed one's will on fourth assault group? (6) FORCED
9 The fellow-publicist passes over second executioner (8) HEADSMAN
10 Scoundrel beckoned girl after girl (3,3) BAD EGG
12 Pay heed to piece of music (4) NOTE
13 Shh — pay up or look for bar discount times (5,5) HAPPY HOURS
15 Charm everybody at university by reading English (6)ALLURE
17 Delete article in Scottish language (5) ERASE
20 A pawnshop’s offering declared without assistance (5)ALONE
21 Father fesses up to grimaces (6)FROWNS
24 Fancies one small bend in bags (10)VISUALISES
27 Angry one leaving charge (4)RATE
29 Hardwired hotel admits cheat back (6)INBORN
30 USA mints destroyed in large waves (8)TSUNAMIS
31 Country fellow's collection of reminiscences (6)GUYANA
32 Impulse of this month to have can checked first (8)INSTINCT
Down
1 Present in the vicinity (2,4) AT HAND
2 Food preservative kit assembled in devotion in India (6) BHAKTI
3 From where flying starts happen (4)NEST
4 Rope-making fibre used by Colaba cattlemen (5)ABACA
6 Nothing char disposed of is vegetable (5)ORACH
7 Use care — a review is needed of poetic pauses (8)
8 Taken in, went out to catch heroic deed (8) DIGESTED
11 Ill-gotten dope's about eastern auto instrument (6)SPEEDO
14 Down-in-the-dumps shade (4)BLUE
16 Discriminatory in world show (6)UNFAIR
17 Bird has no luck almost in Swiss city (4)ERNE
18 Discerning about Indian magazine in Gujarat's capital (8)SAVVYING
19 Give accommodation to lad — one among estate staff (8)HOUSEBOY
22 Male entering barbershop is a swimmer (6)SALMON
23 If you need some larger beds, it won’t do! (6)BEDSIT
25 Automobile Association's run on high priest (5)AARON
26 Seen wandering round southern city (5)ESSEN
28 Have zero complaint when pursuing an assignment (2,2)ON IT

:clap::clap::clap: Nina! Very important news: bra is hundred years old!!!:oops:

[deepakgita]

Across
1 Runs excellent competition (4) RACE
3 A theologian is given a couple of degrees in African capital (5,5) ADDIS ABABA
9 Old robber in bottom flat (7) FOOTPAD
11 Captivate some in French Antilles (7) ENCHANT
12 Locum’s posting is spurious reveals journalist (6,9) GOSSIP COLUMNIST
13 Leaves here, perhaps (3,5)
14 There’s nothing, nothing like an egg (5)
17 The Parisian’s left object in lorry (5)
18 Leaves, describing a ship’s journeys (8)
21 Console and look after one member of the government (7,8)
23 CD containing lively minor hymn tune (7)
24 Last character to leave town in Cornwall in sackcloth and ashes? (7)
25 Run away with one chum to find fair (10)
26 I spot game (1-3)

Down
1 Good for son inside to turn down asylum (6)
2 Platform for Landseer? (5,4)
4 Gathered action involves Italy’s leader (7)
5 In a perfect world, I’d join forces to conserve energy (7)
6 Housing agreement (13)
7 A coaster, one showing violin-maker (5)
8 Gift tied up at resort (8)
10 Albert, for example, arranged prison concert (6,7)
15 Implications, obvious ones (9)
16 Female Commander-in-Chief dropped into Asian sea? Absurd (8)
18 Crazy to stay over in German city (7)
19 Turned legs on favourite piece (7)
20 Voracious Greek eyed nervously (6)
22 Get bishop on phone (5)

Grid at http://www.thehindu.com/features/magazine/the-hindu-crossword-no-2819/article6646269.ece

[Russellbew]

Across
1 Runs excellent competition (4) RACE
3 A theologian is given a couple of degrees in African capital (5,5) ADDIS ABABA
9 Old robber in bottom flat (7) FOOTPAD
11 Captivate some in French Antilles (7) ENCHANT
12 Locum’s posting is spurious reveals journalist (6,9) GOSSIP COLUMNIST
13 Leaves here, perhaps (3,5)
14 There’s nothing, nothing like an egg (5) OVOID
17 The Parisian’s left object in lorry (5)
18 Leaves, describing a ship’s journeys (8)
21 Console and look after one member of the government (7,8) CABINET MINISTER
23 CD containing lively minor hymn tune (7)
24 Last character to leave town in Cornwall in sackcloth and ashes? (7)
25 Run away with one chum to find fair (10)
26 I spot game (1-3)

Down
1 Good for son inside to turn down asylum (6) REFUGE
2 Platform for Landseer? (5,4)
4 Gathered action involves Italy’s leader (7)
5 In a perfect world, I’d join forces to conserve energy (7)
6 Housing agreement (13) ACCOMMODATING
7 A coaster, one showing violin-maker (5)
8 Gift tied up at resort (8)
10 Albert, for example, arranged prison concert (6,7)
15 Implications, obvious ones (9)
16 Female Commander-in-Chief dropped into Asian sea? Absurd (8)
18 Crazy to stay over in German city (7)
19 Turned legs on favourite piece (7)
20 Voracious Greek eyed nervously (6) GREEDY
22 Get bishop on phone (5)

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
1 Runs excellent competition (4) RACE
3 A theologian is given a couple of degrees in African capital (5,5) ADDIS ABABA
9 Old robber in bottom flat (7) FOOTPAD
11 Captivate some in French Antilles (7) ENCHANT
12 Locum’s posting is spurious reveals journalist (6,9) GOSSIP COLUMNIST
13 Leaves here, perhaps (3,5)TEA CADDY
14 There’s nothing, nothing like an egg (5) OVOID
17 The Parisian’s left object in lorry (5)ARTIC
18 Leaves, describing a ship’s journeys (8)PASSAGES
21 Console and look after one member of the government (7,8) CABINET MINISTER
23 CD containing lively minor hymn tune (7)CRIMOND
24 Last character to leave town in Cornwall in sackcloth and ashes? (7)PENANCE
25 Run away with one chum to find fair (10)LEGITIMATE
26 I spot game (1-3)I-SPY

Down
1 Good for son inside to turn down asylum (6) REFUGE
2 Platform for Landseer? (5,4)CROW'S NEST
4 Gathered action involves Italy’s leader (7)DEDUCED
5 In a perfect world, I’d join forces to conserve energy (7)IDEALLY
6 Housing agreement (13) ACCOMMODATING
7 A coaster, one showing violin-maker (5)AMATI
8 Gift tied up at resort (8)APTITUDE
10 Albert, for example, arranged prison concert (6,7)PRINCE CONSORT
15 Implications, obvious ones (9)OVERTONES
16 Female Commander-in-Chief dropped into Asian sea? Absurd (8)FARCICAL
18 Crazy to stay over in German city (7)POTSDAM
19 Turned legs on favourite piece (7)SNIPPET
20 Voracious Greek eyed nervously (6) GREEDY
22 Get bishop on phone (5)BRING

:clap::clap::clap: Good!

[deepakgita]

Across
1 Wooden animal, a battle-winner? (6,5)
9 Revolutionary manservant hides editor in the capital (3,4)
10 Bread errand-boy concealed for the lecturer (6)
11 An impermanent fix? (5)
12 Run with gold taken away from the bus fare collection in-charge (7)
15 Enjoy return after starting off at any time... (4)
16 ...in a hesitant manner (10)
18 Heavy rent demanded by upset tailor (10)
20 Arrange a herb for the auditor (4)
23 Security force considering condition of the court official (7)
24 Worthless lantern (5)
26 Student misplaced a piece of precious metal (6)
27 Consultant with the promoting concern ignored the earl's retweet (7)
28 Snack for stimulation (11)
Down
2 Withdraw and finish turn before King Edward (6)
3 Coffee from the island (4)
4 Rotor nawab designed for a canal freight carrier (6,4)
5 Switch positions with one nearly stumped out in a tie (2,3,3)
6 Saint gets rid of the quiet writing instrument for a patterning aid (7)
7 Code of conduct, quite strange, considered by an alien with a note (9)
8 Site reportedly has European fish (6) PLAICE
13 Ranches go behind the fur ring in the family crest (4,2,4) COAT OF ARMS
14 Dye sentry mixed may result in an infection (9) DYSENTERY
17 Faint with delight when enveloped by the counter smell (4,4) KEEL OVER
19 Discover Ray eating afternoon's leftover Italian scrambled eggs initially (7) REALISE
21 Victor makes way for George to spend and eat (6)
22 Flat to house the French cricket team (6)
25 Letters from the Panama ambassador for the lady (4)


Grid at http://www.thehindu.com/todays-paper/tp-miscellaneous/the-hindu-crossword-11159/article6295103.ece

[sandhya.p61]

Across
1 Wooden animal, a battle-winner? (6,5) TROJAN HORSE
9 Revolutionary manservant hides editor in the capital (3,4)TEL AVIV
10 Bread errand-boy concealed for the lecturer (6)
11 An impermanent fix? (5)
12 Run with gold taken away from the bus fare collection in-charge (7)
15 Enjoy return after starting off at any time... (4)
16 ...in a hesitant manner (10) DOUBTFULLY
18 Heavy rent demanded by upset tailor (10)
20 Arrange a herb for the auditor (4)
23 Security force considering condition of the court official (7)
24 Worthless lantern (5)
26 Student misplaced a piece of precious metal (6)
27 Consultant with the promoting concern ignored the earl's retweet (7)
28 Snack for stimulation (11) REFRESHMENT

Down
2 Withdraw and finish turn before King Edward (6)
3 Coffee from the island (4)
4 Rotor nawab designed for a canal freight carrier (6,4)
5 Switch positions with one nearly stumped out in a tie (2,3,3)
6 Saint gets rid of the quiet writing instrument for a patterning aid (7)
7 Code of conduct, quite strange, considered by an alien with a note (9)
8 Site reportedly has European fish (6) PLAICE
13 Ranches go behind the fur ring in the family crest (4,2,4) COAT OF ARMS
14 Dye sentry mixed may result in an infection (9) DYSENTERY
17 Faint with delight when enveloped by the counter smell (4,4) KEEL OVER
19 Discover Ray eating afternoon's leftover Italian scrambled eggs initially (7) REALISE
21 Victor makes way for George to spend and eat (6) INGEST
22 Flat to house the French cricket team (6)
25 Letters from the Panama ambassador for the lady (4)

[Russellbew]

Across
1 Wooden animal, a battle-winner? (6,5) TROJAN HORSE
9 Revolutionary manservant hides editor in the capital (3,4)TEL AVIV
10 Bread errand-boy concealed for the lecturer (6)
11 An impermanent fix? (5)
12 Run with gold taken away from the bus fare collection in-charge (7)
15 Enjoy return after starting off at any time... (4)
16 ...in a hesitant manner (10) DOUBTFULLY
18 Heavy rent demanded by upset tailor (10)
20 Arrange a herb for the auditor (4)
23 Security force considering condition of the court official (7)
24 Worthless lantern (5)
26 Student misplaced a piece of precious metal (6) SILVER
27 Consultant with the promoting concern ignored the earl's retweet (7)
28 Snack for stimulation (11) REFRESHMENT

Down
2 Withdraw and finish turn before King Edward (6)
3 Coffee from the island (4) JAVA
4 Rotor nawab designed for a canal freight carrier (6,4) NARROW BOAT
5 Switch positions with one nearly stumped out in a tie (2,3,3)
6 Saint gets rid of the quiet writing instrument for a patterning aid (7)
7 Code of conduct, quite strange, considered by an alien with a note (9)
8 Site reportedly has European fish (6) PLAICE
13 Ranches go behind the fur ring in the family crest (4,2,4) COAT OF ARMS
14 Dye sentry mixed may result in an infection (9) DYSENTERY
17 Faint with delight when enveloped by the counter smell (4,4) KEEL OVER
19 Discover Ray eating afternoon's leftover Italian scrambled eggs initially (7) REALISE
21 Victor makes way for George to spend and eat (6) INGEST
22 Flat to house the French cricket team (6) ELEVEN
25 Letters from the Panama ambassador for the lady (4) MA'AM

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
1 Wooden animal, a battle-winner? (6,5) TROJAN HORSE
9 Revolutionary manservant hides editor in the capital (3,4)TEL AVIV
10 Bread errand-boy concealed for the lecturer (6)READER
11 An impermanent fix? (5)
12 Run with gold taken away from the bus fare collection in-charge (7)
15 Enjoy return after starting off at any time... (4)
16 ...in a hesitant manner (10) DOUBTFULLY
18 Heavy rent demanded by upset tailor (10)TORRENTIAL
20 Arrange a herb for the auditor (4)
23 Security force considering condition of the court official (7)
24 Worthless lantern (5)
26 Student misplaced a piece of precious metal (6) SILVER
27 Consultant with the promoting concern ignored the earl's retweet (7)
28 Snack for stimulation (11) REFRESHMENT

Down
2 Withdraw and finish turn before King Edward (6)REVOKE
3 Coffee from the island (4) JAVA
4 Rotor nawab designed for a canal freight carrier (6,4) NARROW BOAT
5 Switch positions with one nearly stumped out in a tie (2,3,3)ON AND OFF
6 Saint gets rid of the quiet writing instrument for a patterning aid (7)STENCIL
7 Code of conduct, quite strange, considered by an alien with a note (9)
8 Site reportedly has European fish (6) PLAICE
13 Ranches go behind the fur ring in the family crest (4,2,4) COAT OF ARMS
14 Dye sentry mixed may result in an infection (9) DYSENTERY
17 Faint with delight when enveloped by the counter smell (4,4) KEEL OVER
19 Discover Ray eating afternoon's leftover Italian scrambled eggs initially (7) REALISE
21 Victor makes way for George to spend and eat (6) INGEST
22 Flat to house the French cricket team (6) ELEVEN
25 Letters from the Panama ambassador for the lady (4) MA'AM

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
1 Wooden animal, a battle-winner? (6,5) TROJAN HORSE
9 Revolutionary manservant hides editor in the capital (3,4)TEL AVIV
10 Bread errand-boy concealed for the lecturer (6)READER
11 An impermanent fix? (5)QUICK
12 Run with gold taken away from the bus fare collection in-charge (7)CONDUCT
15 Enjoy return after starting off at any time... (4)EVER
16 ...in a hesitant manner (10) DOUBTFULLY
18 Heavy rent demanded by upset tailor (10)TORRENTIAL
20 Arrange a herb for the auditor (4)TIME
23 Security force considering condition of the court official (7)BAILIFF
24 Worthless lantern (5)LIGHT
26 Student misplaced a piece of precious metal (6) SILVER
27 Consultant with the promoting concern ignored the earl's retweet (7)ADVISER
28 Snack for stimulation (11) REFRESHMENT

Down
2 Withdraw and finish turn before King Edward (6)REVOKE
3 Coffee from the island (4) JAVA
4 Rotor nawab designed for a canal freight carrier (6,4) NARROW BOAT
5 Switch positions with one nearly stumped out in a tie (2,3,3)ON AND OFF
6 Saint gets rid of the quiet writing instrument for a patterning aid (7)STENCIL
7 Code of conduct, quite strange, considered by an alien with a note (9)ETIQUETTE
8 Site reportedly has European fish (6) PLAICE
13 Ranches go behind the fur ring in the family crest (4,2,4) COAT OF ARMS
14 Dye sentry mixed may result in an infection (9) DYSENTERY
17 Faint with delight when enveloped by the counter smell (4,4) KEEL OVER
19 Discover Ray eating afternoon's leftover Italian scrambled eggs initially (7) REALISE
21 Victor makes way for George to spend and eat (6) INGEST
22 Flat to house the French cricket team (6) ELEVEN
25 Letters from the Panama ambassador for the lady (4) MA'AM

:clap::clap::clap: Very good!

[deepakgita]

Note: Starred clues carry no direct definition,but the seven answers have something in common.

ACROSS
7* Little coverage for the Rhode Island party (10) PERIDOTITE
9 Wish Edward could conceal the outhouse (4)
10* Fancy getting involved in a bet after sacrificing soldiers (8) ANDESITE
11* Container from the east at the revolutionary ball (6) GABBRO
12 Permission to depart (5)
13 Rogue's bio reviewed by the middle class (9)
14* One framed by an upset editor (7) DIORITE
17 Remain with the nun without hesitation after losing 50% of the spice (7)
20* Imitate in a clumsy manner after kick-off (9) KOMATIITE
22 Reportedly understood musical direction to remain silent (5)
25* Overturned flap covering the Indian tree (6)
26* Romania retains Henry's margins attached to food low in calories (8)
27 Authentic family depiction of the first earl removed by the union leader (4)
28 Blunt views on the frigid country? (4,6)
DOWN
1 Gathering to bring back and appease ancestors somewhat (6)
2 These gates may provide the truth (5)
3 Troubled alien considers alternative brought up for an airplane part (7)
4 Rice dish from Korea captures the zest of a couple of Orientals (8)
5 Practical, but powerless, son takes out the knight (6)
6 Narrow escape from the arranged seminars (4,4)
8 Diamonds forgotten in the freeze up (3,4)
15 Worshipping at sea? Solidarity is missing (8)
16 Caught Mark after tour with the painted panels (8)
18 Plaster mould for an office gadget (7)
19 Copper extracted from damaged cutleries is germ-free (7)
21 Graduate going up with a broken adze gets startled (6)
23 Access the main course (6)
24 Capital sent down to the Japanese city (5)

Grid at http://www.thehindu.com/todays-paper/tp-miscellaneous/the-hindu-crossword-11066/article5939122.ece

[sandhya.p61]

ACROSS
7* Little coverage for the Rhode Island party (10) PERIDOTITE
9 Wish Edward could conceal the outhouse (4)
10* Fancy getting involved in a bet after sacrificing soldiers (8) ANDESITE
11* Container from the east at the revolutionary ball (6) GABBRO
12 Permission to depart (5)
13 Rogue's bio reviewed by the middle class (9)
14* One framed by an upset editor (7) DIORITE
17 Remain with the nun without hesitation after losing 50% of the spice (7)
20* Imitate in a clumsy manner after kick-off (9) KOMATIITE
22 Reportedly understood musical direction to remain silent (5)
25* Overturned flap covering the Indian tree (6)
26* Romania retains Henry's margins attached to food low in calories (8)
27 Authentic family depiction of the first earl removed by the union leader (4)
28 Blunt views on the frigid country? (4,6) COLD TURKEY

DOWN
1 Gathering to bring back and appease ancestors somewhat (6)
2 These gates may provide the truth (5)
3 Troubled alien considers alternative brought up for an airplane part (7)
4 Rice dish from Korea captures the zest of a couple of Orientals (8) KEDGEREE
5 Practical, but powerless, son takes out the knight (6)
6 Narrow escape from the arranged seminars (4,4)
8 Diamonds forgotten in the freeze up (3,4) ICE OVER
15 Worshipping at sea? Solidarity is missing (8) IDOLATRY
16 Caught Mark after tour with the painted panels (8)
18 Plaster mould for an office gadget (7)
19 Copper extracted from damaged cutleries is germ-free (7) STERILE
21 Graduate going up with a broken adze gets startled (6)
23 Access the main course (6)
24 Capital sent down to the Japanese city (5)

[pavalamani pragasam]

ACROSS
7* Little coverage for the Rhode Island party (10) PERIDOTITE
9 Wish Edward could conceal the outhouse (4)
10* Fancy getting involved in a bet after sacrificing soldiers (8) ANDESITE
11* Container from the east at the revolutionary ball (6) GABBRO
12 Permission to depart (5)LEAVE
13 Rogue's bio reviewed by the middle class (9)BOURGEOIS
14* One framed by an upset editor (7) DIORITE
17 Remain with the nun without hesitation after losing 50% of the spice (7)
20* Imitate in a clumsy manner after kick-off (9) KOMATIITE
22 Reportedly understood musical direction to remain silent (5)
25* Overturned flap covering the Indian tree (6)
26* Romania retains Henry's margins attached to food low in calories (8)
27 Authentic family depiction of the first earl removed by the union leader (4)TRUE
28 Blunt views on the frigid country? (4,6) COLD TURKEY

DOWN
1 Gathering to bring back and appease ancestors somewhat (6)SEANCE
2 These gates may provide the truth (5)
3 Troubled alien considers alternative brought up for an airplane part (7)
4 Rice dish from Korea captures the zest of a couple of Orientals (8) KEDGEREE
5 Practical, but powerless, son takes out the knight (6)
6 Narrow escape from the arranged seminars (4,4)
8 Diamonds forgotten in the freeze up (3,4) ICE OVER
15 Worshipping at sea? Solidarity is missing (8) IDOLATRY
16 Caught Mark after tour with the painted panels (8)
18 Plaster mould for an office gadget (7)
19 Copper extracted from damaged cutleries is germ-free (7) STERILE
21 Graduate going up with a broken adze gets startled (6)AMAZED
23 Access the main course (6)
24 Capital sent down to the Japanese city (5)

[Russellbew]

ACROSS
7* Little coverage for the Rhode Island party (10) PERIDOTITE
9 Wish Edward could conceal the outhouse (4) SHED
10* Fancy getting involved in a bet after sacrificing soldiers (8) ANDESITE
11* Container from the east at the revolutionary ball (6) GABBRO
12 Permission to depart (5)LEAVE
13 Rogue's bio reviewed by the middle class (9)BOURGEOIS
14* One framed by an upset editor (7) DIORITE
17 Remain with the nun without hesitation after losing 50% of the spice (7) PERSIST
20* Imitate in a clumsy manner after kick-off (9) KOMATIITE
22 Reportedly understood musical direction to remain silent (5)
25* Overturned flap covering the Indian tree (6)
26* Romania retains Henry's margins attached to food low in calories (8)
27 Authentic family depiction of the first earl removed by the union leader (4)TRUE
28 Blunt views on the frigid country? (4,6) COLD TURKEY

DOWN
1 Gathering to bring back and appease ancestors somewhat (6)SEANCE
2 These gates may provide the truth (5)
3 Troubled alien considers alternative brought up for an airplane part (7) AILERON
4 Rice dish from Korea captures the zest of a couple of Orientals (8) KEDGEREE
5 Practical, but powerless, son takes out the knight (6)
6 Narrow escape from the arranged seminars (4,4) NEAR MISS
8 Diamonds forgotten in the freeze up (3,4) ICE OVER
15 Worshipping at sea? Solidarity is missing (8) IDOLATRY
16 Caught Mark after tour with the painted panels (8)
18 Plaster mould for an office gadget (7) STAPLER
19 Copper extracted from damaged cutleries is germ-free (7) STERILE
21 Graduate going up with a broken adze gets startled (6)AMAZED
23 Access the main course (6)
24 Capital sent down to the Japanese city (5)

[pavalamani pragasam]

ACROSS
7* Little coverage for the Rhode Island party (10) PERIDOTITE
9 Wish Edward could conceal the outhouse (4) SHED
10* Fancy getting involved in a bet after sacrificing soldiers (8) ANDESITE
11* Container from the east at the revolutionary ball (6) GABBRO
12 Permission to depart (5)LEAVE
13 Rogue's bio reviewed by the middle class (9)BOURGEOIS
14* One framed by an upset editor (7) DIORITE
17 Remain with the nun without hesitation after losing 50% of the spice (7) PERSIST
20* Imitate in a clumsy manner after kick-off (9) KOMATIITE
22 Reportedly understood musical direction to remain silent (5)TACET
25* Overturned flap covering the Indian tree (6)BASALT
26* Romania retains Henry's margins attached to food low in calories (8)RHYOLITE
27 Authentic family depiction of the first earl removed by the union leader (4)TRUE
28 Blunt views on the frigid country? (4,6) COLD TURKEY

DOWN
1 Gathering to bring back and appease ancestors somewhat (6)SEANCE
2 These gates may provide the truth (5)LOGIC
3 Troubled alien considers alternative brought up for an airplane part (7) AILERON
4 Rice dish from Korea captures the zest of a couple of Orientals (8) KEDGEREE
5 Practical, but powerless, son takes out the knight (6)USABLE
6 Narrow escape from the arranged seminars (4,4) NEAR MISS
8 Diamonds forgotten in the freeze up (3,4) ICE OVER
15 Worshipping at sea? Solidarity is missing (8) IDOLATRY
16 Caught Mark after tour with the painted panels (8)TRIPTYCH
18 Plaster mould for an office gadget (7) STAPLER
19 Copper extracted from damaged cutleries is germ-free (7) STERILE
21 Graduate going up with a broken adze gets startled (6)AMAZED
23 Access the main course (6)ENTREE
24 Capital sent down to the Japanese city (5)KYOTO

:clap::clap::clap: A 'rock'ing puzzle!

[deepakgita]

Across
1 Captain Cook circled island (5) CHIEF
4 Hero's dancing to trendy captivating western beat (9) HORSEWHIP
9 Parties for pirates perhaps (7) ANAGRAM
10 World without railway? Good god! (5,2) GLORY BE
11 Relative standardized admission test pursued by a kid (5-4) GREAT-AUNT
12 Architect of Torah in a way (5)
13 Declare a song provides motivation (6)
15 Suburban areas free of slums around India (8)
18 Cutting tool, China made, was rejected (8)
19 Change into suit (6)
22 State of concrete mass (5)
24 Call a local rent agent (9)
26 One fumes when burning with anger (7)
27 Strong feeling about bestselling book (7)
28 Flying abroad, met an attractive man (9)
29 Notice at first the missing question (5)

Down
1 Often hiding cold fury is a mistake (7)
2 Senseless and mad abandoning society (5)
3 Oldest conifers cut across top of ben (5-4)
4 Time to overcome hesitation with wit (6)
5 Throwing up at once (5,3)
6 Deal with overturning hard time (5)
7 Typos here ruined a surprising announcement (3,6)
8 Succeed like an electric car maker getting through a litigation (7)
14 Sudden influx in each naval base (9)
16 Committee made up of a bunch of drug addicts? (4,5)
17 Grit, independence and pride totally part of California (3,5)
18 Sobbed having to accommodate a royal bore (7)
20 Adele, a Norwegian given name for a girl (7)
21 A group showing positive outlook (6)
23 Musical note that is unchanged going up or down (5)
25 Taking up voyage under a false name (5)

Grid at http://www.thehindu.com/todays-paper/tp-miscellaneous/the-hindu-crossword-11036/article5802959.ece

[sandhya.p61]

Across
1 Captain Cook circled island (5) CHIEF
4 Hero's dancing to trendy captivating western beat (9) HORSEWHIP
9 Parties for pirates perhaps (7) ANAGRAM
10 World without railway? Good god! (5,2) GLORY BE
11 Relative standardized admission test pursued by a kid (5-4) GREAT-AUNT
12 Architect of Torah in a way (5)
13 Declare a song provides motivation (6)
15 Suburban areas free of slums around India (8)
18 Cutting tool, China made, was rejected (8) CHAIN SAW
19 Change into suit (6)
22 State of concrete mass (5)
24 Call a local rent agent (9)
26 One fumes when burning with anger (7)
27 Strong feeling about bestselling book (7)
28 Flying abroad, met an attractive man (9) DREAMBOAT
29 Notice at first the missing question (5)

Down
1 Often hiding cold fury is a mistake (7)
2 Senseless and mad abandoning society (5)
3 Oldest conifers cut across top of ben (5-4)
4 Time to overcome hesitation with wit (6)
5 Throwing up at once (5,3)
6 Deal with overturning hard time (5)
7 Typos here ruined a surprising announcement (3,6) HEY PRESTO
8 Succeed like an electric car maker getting through a litigation (7)
14 Sudden influx in each naval base (9)
16 Committee made up of a bunch of drug addicts? (4,5)
17 Grit, independence and pride totally part of California (3,5) SAN DIEGO
18 Sobbed having to accommodate a royal bore (7)
20 Adele, a Norwegian given name for a girl (7)
21 A group showing positive outlook (6)
23 Musical note that is unchanged going up or down (5) MINIM
25 Taking up voyage under a false name (5)

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
1 Captain Cook circled island (5) CHIEF
4 Hero's dancing to trendy captivating western beat (9) HORSEWHIP
9 Parties for pirates perhaps (7) ANAGRAM
10 World without railway? Good god! (5,2) GLORY BE
11 Relative standardized admission test pursued by a kid (5-4) GREAT-AUNT
12 Architect of Torah in a way (5)
13 Declare a song provides motivation (6)
15 Suburban areas free of slums around India (8)
18 Cutting tool, China made, was rejected (8) CHAIN SAW
19 Change into suit (6)
22 State of concrete mass (5)REALM
24 Call a local rent agent (9)
26 One fumes when burning with anger (7)
27 Strong feeling about bestselling book (7)
28 Flying abroad, met an attractive man (9) DREAMBOAT
29 Notice at first the missing question (5)POSER

Down
1 Often hiding cold fury is a mistake (7)
2 Senseless and mad abandoning society (5)INANE
3 Oldest conifers cut across top of ben (5-4)
4 Time to overcome hesitation with wit (6)HUMOUR
5 Throwing up at once (5,3)RIGHT NOW
6 Deal with overturning hard time (5)
7 Typos here ruined a surprising announcement (3,6) HEY PRESTO
8 Succeed like an electric car maker getting through a litigation (7)
14 Sudden influx in each naval base (9)
16 Committee made up of a bunch of drug addicts? (4,5)
17 Grit, independence and pride totally part of California (3,5) SAN DIEGO
18 Sobbed having to accommodate a royal bore (7)
20 Adele, a Norwegian given name for a girl (7)
21 A group showing positive outlook (6)
23 Musical note that is unchanged going up or down (5) MINIM
25 Taking up voyage under a false name (5)

[Russellbew]

Across
1 Captain Cook circled island (5) CHIEF
4 Hero's dancing to trendy captivating western beat (9) HORSEWHIP
9 Parties for pirates perhaps (7) ANAGRAM
10 World without railway? Good god! (5,2) GLORY BE
11 Relative standardized admission test pursued by a kid (5-4) GREAT-AUNT
12 Architect of Torah in a way (5)
13 Declare a song provides motivation (6) REASON
15 Suburban areas free of slums around India (8)
18 Cutting tool, China made, was rejected (8) CHAIN SAW
19 Change into suit (6)
22 State of concrete mass (5)REALM
24 Call a local rent agent (9)
26 One fumes when burning with anger (7)
27 Strong feeling about bestselling book (7)
28 Flying abroad, met an attractive man (9) DREAMBOAT
29 Notice at first the missing question (5)POSER

Down
1 Often hiding cold fury is a mistake (7)
2 Senseless and mad abandoning society (5)INANE
3 Oldest conifers cut across top of ben (5-4)
4 Time to overcome hesitation with wit (6)HUMOUR
5 Throwing up at once (5,3)RIGHT NOW
6 Deal with overturning hard time (5)
7 Typos here ruined a surprising announcement (3,6) HEY PRESTO
8 Succeed like an electric car maker getting through a litigation (7)
14 Sudden influx in each naval base (9) AVALANCHE
16 Committee made up of a bunch of drug addicts? (4,5)
17 Grit, independence and pride totally part of California (3,5) SAN DIEGO
18 Sobbed having to accommodate a royal bore (7)
20 Adele, a Norwegian given name for a girl (7) ELEANOR
21 A group showing positive outlook (6) ASPECT
23 Musical note that is unchanged going up or down (5) MINIM
25 Taking up voyage under a false name (5) ALIAS

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
1 Captain Cook circled island (5) CHIEF
4 Hero's dancing to trendy captivating western beat (9) HORSEWHIP
9 Parties for pirates perhaps (7) ANAGRAM
10 World without railway? Good god! (5,2) GLORY BE
11 Relative standardized admission test pursued by a kid (5-4) GREAT-AUNT
12 Architect of Torah in a way (5)HORTA
13 Declare a song provides motivation (6) REASON
15 Suburban areas free of slums around India (8)MOFUSSIL
18 Cutting tool, China made, was rejected (8) CHAIN SAW
19 Change into suit (6)BECOME
22 State of concrete mass (5)REALM
24 Call a local rent agent (9)DESIGNATE
26 One fumes when burning with anger (7)INCENSE
27 Strong feeling about bestselling book (7)EMOTION
28 Flying abroad, met an attractive man (9) DREAMBOAT
29 Notice at first the missing question (5)POSER

Down
1 Often hiding cold fury is a mistake (7)CLANGER
2 Senseless and mad abandoning society (5)INANE
3 Oldest conifers cut across top of ben (5-4)FIRST-BORN
4 Time to overcome hesitation with wit (6)HUMOUR
5 Throwing up at once (5,3)RIGHT NOW
6 Deal with overturning hard time (5)EPOCH
7 Typos here ruined a surprising announcement (3,6) HEY PRESTO
8 Succeed like an electric car maker getting through a litigation (7)PREVAIL
14 Sudden influx in each naval base (9) AVALANCHE
16 Committee made up of a bunch of drug addicts? (4,5)USER GROUP
17 Grit, independence and pride totally part of California (3,5) SAN DIEGO
18 Sobbed having to accommodate a royal bore (7)CARRIED
20 Adele, a Norwegian given name for a girl (7) ELEANOR
21 A group showing positive outlook (6) ASPECT
23 Musical note that is unchanged going up or down (5) MINIM
25 Taking up voyage under a false name (5) ALIAS

:clap::clap::clap: Very good!

[deepakgita]

Across
8 Leaderless Arab country without independent rule (6)
9 Pleasing images I say on confectionery wrappers (3,5)
10 Large estate had a nice building (8)
11 Got academic to give up Latin (6)
12 Warm emotion (ecstasy) uplifts cast (3,4,4,4) PUT SOME LIFE INTO
14 I have returned in time to depart (7) DEVIATE
16 Lay around for short time enclosed in a state of inactivity (7) LATENCY
19 Flash mob frighten old king (6,9) FORKED LIGHTNING
22 Woman drinking beer, one that's therapeutic (6) HEALER
24 Shed had a row (8)
25 Minor detail is often too convoluted (8)
26 Key batsman at the top (6)

Down
1 Being true, race legitimately (8)
2 Stories penned nowadays for women (6)
3 Traditional medicine has fellow dead and lifeless (10)
4 Somewhat soften a bleating sound (7)
5 Surrender part of ordnance depot (4)
6 Hot flight enterprise gets top margin (8)
7 Arrival of a day express (6)
13 Scarf is worn before a hat (7,3)
15 Fashionable frock's hem, black with many spots (8)
17 Gathers an argument against seven-up (8)
18 Saint seen in reportedly small church (7)
20 Wildcat's possibly coolest (6)
21 Write about man and woman's relation (6)
23 Android book divulged source (4)

Grid at http://www.thehindu.com/todays-paper/tp-miscellaneous/the-hindu-crossword-10940/article5391869.ece

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
8 Leaderless Arab country without independent rule (6)
9 Pleasing images I say on confectionery wrappers (3,5)EYE CANDY
10 Large estate had a nice building (8)
11 Got academic to give up Latin (6)
12 Warm emotion (ecstasy) uplifts cast (3,4,4,4) PUT SOME LIFE INTO
14 I have returned in time to depart (7) DEVIATE
16 Lay around for short time enclosed in a state of inactivity (7) LATENCY
19 Flash mob frighten old king (6,9) FORKED LIGHTNING
22 Woman drinking beer, one that's therapeutic (6) HEALER
24 Shed had a row (8)
25 Minor detail is often too convoluted (8)FOOTNOTE
26 Key batsman at the top (6)OPENER

Down
1 Being true, race legitimately (8)CREATURE
2 Stories penned nowadays for women (6)
3 Traditional medicine has fellow dead and lifeless (10)
4 Somewhat soften a bleating sound (7)
5 Surrender part of ordnance depot (4)CEDE
6 Hot flight enterprise gets top margin (8)
7 Arrival of a day express (6)
13 Scarf is worn before a hat (7,3)
15 Fashionable frock's hem, black with many spots (8)
17 Gathers an argument against seven-up (8)
18 Saint seen in reportedly small church (7)
20 Wildcat's possibly coolest (6)
21 Write about man and woman's relation (6)
23 Android book divulged source (4)

[Russellbew]

Across
8 Leaderless Arab country without independent rule (6) ORDAIN
9 Pleasing images I say on confectionery wrappers (3,5)EYE CANDY
10 Large estate had a nice building (8)
11 Got academic to give up Latin (6) EARNED
12 Warm emotion (ecstasy) uplifts cast (3,4,4,4) PUT SOME LIFE INTO
14 I have returned in time to depart (7) DEVIATE
16 Lay around for short time enclosed in a state of inactivity (7) LATENCY
19 Flash mob frighten old king (6,9) FORKED LIGHTNING
22 Woman drinking beer, one that's therapeutic (6) HEALER
24 Shed had a row (8)
25 Minor detail is often too convoluted (8)FOOTNOTE
26 Key batsman at the top (6)OPENER

Down
1 Being true, race legitimately (8)CREATURE
2 Stories penned nowadays for women (6)
3 Traditional medicine has fellow dead and lifeless (10)
4 Somewhat soften a bleating sound (7) TENABLE
5 Surrender part of ordnance depot (4)CEDE
6 Hot flight enterprise gets top margin (8)
7 Arrival of a day express (6)
13 Scarf is worn before a hat (7,3)
15 Fashionable frock's hem, black with many spots (8)
17 Gathers an argument against seven-up (8)
18 Saint seen in reportedly small church (7)
20 Wildcat's possibly coolest (6)
21 Write about man and woman's relation (6) NEPHEW
23 Android book divulged source (4) ROOT

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
8 Leaderless Arab country without independent rule (6) ORDAIN
9 Pleasing images I say on confectionery wrappers (3,5)EYE CANDY
10 Large estate had a nice building (8)HACEINDA
11 Got academic to give up Latin (6) EARNED
12 Warm emotion (ecstasy) uplifts cast (3,4,4,4) PUT SOME LIFE INTO
14 I have returned in time to depart (7) DEVIATE
16 Lay around for short time enclosed in a state of inactivity (7) LATENCY
19 Flash mob frighten old king (6,9) FORKED LIGHTNING
22 Woman drinking beer, one that's therapeutic (6) HEALER
24 Shed had a row (8)SCRAPPED
25 Minor detail is often too convoluted (8)FOOTNOTE
26 Key batsman at the top (6)OPENER

Down
1 Being true, race legitimately (8)CREATURE
2 Stories penned nowadays for women (6)LADIES
3 Traditional medicine has fellow dead and lifeless (10)UNANIMATED
4 Somewhat soften a bleating sound (7) TENABLE
5 Surrender part of ordnance depot (4)CEDE
6 Hot flight enterprise gets top margin (8)HAIRLINE
7 Arrival of a day express (6)ADVENT
13 Scarf is worn before a hat (7,3)FEATHER BOA
15 Fashionable frock's hem, black with many spots (8)INKBLOTS
17 Gathers an argument against seven-up (8)CONVENES
18 Saint seen in reportedly small church (7)MINSTER
20 Wildcat's possibly coolest (6)OCELOT
21 Write about man and woman's relation (6) NEPHEW
23 Android book divulged source (4) ROOT

:clap::clap::clap: Perhaps no need for the nina-CLUTCH AT STRAWS!

[deepakgita]

Across
9 Shield Harry Potter caught inside (7)
10 Working the soil is most sacrosanct (7) HOLIEST
11 Debate contest (7)
12 Can't you trade one for love? Maybe in Mexico? (7)
13 Good of him to move Rama and Sita north (9) SAMARITAN
15 For temporary admission back into the city (5)
16 One came in, shaken and pale (7)
19 Art seen as fixed deposit (7)
20 Short fellow will finally get the urge (5)
21 Everything a crane has, an admirer has (9)
25 See! I can go under the barrel (7)
26 Order friend to include intermediary (7)
28 Knots up as fishes go after bait finally (7)
29 Delegated place indeed (7)

Down
1 Suit passed around (6) SPADES
2 Tait gets to mop up some money (6)
3 List some prime numbers (4)
4 Certify 17 before trial (6) ATTEST
5 Brave in capital city (8)
6 Police van in a film studio (5,5)
7 Musical group set out allowing two aliens keeping quiet (8)
8 Added in drink to be prominent (5, 3)
14 Broken down? Smear chalk all over the place (10) RAMSHACKLE
16 Set off as one covers it over tax (8)
17 At home in a country (8)
18 Cautiousness shown by Levy having a drink (8)
22 Character will flee with bad characters (6)
23 Begin to rise retaining independent features (6)
24 Accepts profits (6)
27 Slugs overturn (4)


Grid at http://www.thehindu.com/todays-paper/tp-miscellaneous/the-hindu-crossword-11102/article6080191.ece

[Russellbew]

Across
9 Shield Harry Potter caught inside (7)
10 Working the soil is most sacrosanct (7) HOLIEST
11 Debate contest (7) DISPUTE
12 Can't you trade one for love? Maybe in Mexico? (7)
13 Good of him to move Rama and Sita north (9) SAMARITAN
15 For temporary admission back into the city (5) METRO
16 One came in, shaken and pale (7) ANAEMIC
19 Art seen as fixed deposit (7)
20 Short fellow will finally get the urge (5)
21 Everything a crane has, an admirer has (9)
25 See! I can go under the barrel (7)
26 Order friend to include intermediary (7)
28 Knots up as fishes go after bait finally (7)
29 Delegated place indeed (7)

Down
1 Suit passed around (6) SPADES
2 Tait gets to mop up some money (6)
3 List some prime numbers (4) MENU
4 Certify 17 before trial (6) ATTEST
5 Brave in capital city (8)
6 Police van in a film studio (5,5)
7 Musical group set out allowing two aliens keeping quiet (8) SEPTETTE
8 Added in drink to be prominent (5, 3)
14 Broken down? Smear chalk all over the place (10) RAMSHACKLE
16 Set off as one covers it over tax (8)
17 At home in a country (8)
18 Cautiousness shown by Levy having a drink (8)
22 Character will flee with bad characters (6)
23 Begin to rise retaining independent features (6)
24 Accepts profits (6)
27 Slugs overturn (4)

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
9 Shield Harry Potter caught inside (7)
10 Working the soil is most sacrosanct (7) HOLIEST
11 Debate contest (7) DISPUTE
12 Can't you trade one for love? Maybe in Mexico? (7)
13 Good of him to move Rama and Sita north (9) SAMARITAN
15 For temporary admission back into the city (5) METRO
16 One came in, shaken and pale (7) ANAEMIC
19 Art seen as fixed deposit (7)EARNEST
20 Short fellow will finally get the urge (5)
21 Everything a crane has, an admirer has (9)GALLANTRY
25 See! I can go under the barrel (7)
26 Order friend to include intermediary (7)MANDATE
28 Knots up as fishes go after bait finally (7)TANGLES
29 Delegated place indeed (7)DEPUTED

Down
1 Suit passed around (6) SPADES
2 Tait gets to mop up some money (6)
3 List some prime numbers (4) MENU
4 Certify 17 before trial (6) ATTEST
5 Brave in capital city (8)
6 Police van in a film studio (5,5)
7 Musical group set out allowing two aliens keeping quiet (8) SEPTETTE
8 Added in drink to be prominent (5, 3)
14 Broken down? Smear chalk all over the place (10) RAMSHACKLE
16 Set off as one covers it over tax (8)
17 At home in a country (8)
18 Cautiousness shown by Levy having a drink (8)
22 Character will flee with bad characters (6)
23 Begin to rise retaining independent features (6)
24 Accepts profits (6)
27 Slugs overturn (4)

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
9 Shield Harry Potter caught inside (7)PROTECT
10 Working the soil is most sacrosanct (7) HOLIEST
11 Debate contest (7) DISPUTE
12 Can't you trade one for love? Maybe in Mexico? (7)YUCATAN
13 Good of him to move Rama and Sita north (9) SAMARITAN
15 For temporary admission back into the city (5) METRO
16 One came in, shaken and pale (7) ANAEMIC
19 Art seen as fixed deposit (7)EARNEST
20 Short fellow will finally get the urge (5)TITCH
21 Everything a crane has, an admirer has (9)GALLANTRY
25 See! I can go under the barrel (7)VATICAN
26 Order friend to include intermediary (7)MANDATE
28 Knots up as fishes go after bait finally (7)TANGLES
29 Delegated place indeed (7)DEPUTED

Down
1 Suit passed around (6) SPADES
2 Tait gets to mop up some money (6)POSSUM
3 List some prime numbers (4) MENU
4 Certify 17 before trial (6) ATTEST
5 Brave in capital city (8)CHEYENNE
6 Police van in a film studio (5,5)BLACK MARIA
7 Musical group set out allowing two aliens keeping quiet (8) SEPTETTE
8 Added in drink to be prominent (5, 3)STAND OUT
14 Broken down? Smear chalk all over the place (10) RAMSHACKLE
16 Set off as one covers it over tax (8)ACTIVATE
17 At home in a country (8)ASTATINE
18 Cautiousness shown by Levy having a drink (8)CAGINESS
22 Character will flee with bad characters (6)LAMBDA
23 Begin to rise retaining independent features (6)TRAITS
24 Accepts profits (6)YIELDS
27 Slugs overturn (4)NIPS

:clap::clap::clap: Good!

[deepakgita]

Across
1 Meeting barring one — on at sister's place (7) CONVENT
5 Entails representation if prominent (7) SALIENT
9 Time to regret and run — to be a bit more exact (5) TRUER
10 Driven men make this their stock answer (5,4) NEVER MIND
11 Little bitter, but that's no big deal (5,4) SMALL BEER
12 Salt for two eggs, nothing less (5)
13 Review Indian music — it will promote culture (4)
15 Krypton could be from Tangiers (5,3)
18 Monkey finds some bananas in shop.... (8)
19 .....so the brute comes back (4)
22 Teacher will keep talking endlessly (5)
24 By hand, I'll do a wild animal (9)
26 Moderated by a theologian in a small city (5,4)
27 Iceman's home is superior with it (5)
28 Not taking sides, nervous and tense inside (7)
29 Author narrated short story “Missing Monarch” (7)

Down
1 Most beautiful clip is in Paris (6)
2 Complaint of breaking rule again (9)
3 Sign on as missing from New Orleans (5)
4 Attempts to protect girl and hides in such places (9)
5 Separate school, always (5)
6 Glasses broken — no letter writing finally (9)
7 Bull caught in rising water (5)
8 Cleaned after it rose and departed (6)
14 What’s left of principal — making loss every second year (9)
16 The cafe and most of the property outside belong to me (9)
17 Dealt with guns, dealt with drug (5,4)
20 The idiot will regularly accrue money (6)
21 Storyteller will have a go at verse (6)
23 Taliban turned down admission to tribal (5)
24 Everyone gets to the Island (5)
25 Teach a baboon (5)


Grid at http://www.thehindu.com/todays-paper/tp-miscellaneous/the-hindu-crossword-11040/article5824903.ece

[Russellbew]

Across
1 Meeting barring one — on at sister's place (7) CONVENT
5 Entails representation if prominent (7) SALIENT
9 Time to regret and run — to be a bit more exact (5) TRUER
10 Driven men make this their stock answer (5,4) NEVER MIND
11 Little bitter, but that's no big deal (5,4) SMALL BEER
12 Salt for two eggs, nothing less (5)
13 Review Indian music — it will promote culture (4) AGAR
15 Krypton could be from Tangiers (5,3) INERT GAS
18 Monkey finds some bananas in shop.... (8)
19 .....so the brute comes back (4) ERGO
22 Teacher will keep talking endlessly (5)
24 By hand, I'll do a wild animal (9) ARMADILLO
26 Moderated by a theologian in a small city (5,4)
27 Iceman's home is superior with it (5)
28 Not taking sides, nervous and tense inside (7) NEUTRAL
29 Author narrated short story “Missing Monarch” (7)

Down
1 Most beautiful clip is in Paris (6)
2 Complaint of breaking rule again (9)
3 Sign on as missing from New Orleans (5)
4 Attempts to protect girl and hides in such places (9)
5 Separate school, always (5)
6 Glasses broken — no letter writing finally (9)
7 Bull caught in rising water (5)
8 Cleaned after it rose and departed (6)
14 What’s left of principal — making loss every second year (9)
16 The cafe and most of the property outside belong to me (9)
17 Dealt with guns, dealt with drug (5,4)
20 The idiot will regularly accrue money (6)
21 Storyteller will have a go at verse (6)
23 Taliban turned down admission to tribal (5)
24 Everyone gets to the Island (5)
25 Teach a baboon (5)

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
1 Meeting barring one — on at sister's place (7) CONVENT
5 Entails representation if prominent (7) SALIENT
9 Time to regret and run — to be a bit more exact (5) TRUER
10 Driven men make this their stock answer (5,4) NEVER MIND
11 Little bitter, but that's no big deal (5,4) SMALL BEER
12 Salt for two eggs, nothing less (5)
13 Review Indian music — it will promote culture (4) AGAR
15 Krypton could be from Tangiers (5,3) INERT GAS
18 Monkey finds some bananas in shop.... (8)
19 .....so the brute comes back (4) ERGO
22 Teacher will keep talking endlessly (5)
24 By hand, I'll do a wild animal (9) ARMADILLO
26 Moderated by a theologian in a small city (5,4)
27 Iceman's home is superior with it (5)
28 Not taking sides, nervous and tense inside (7) NEUTRAL
29 Author narrated short story “Missing Monarch” (7)

Down
1 Most beautiful clip is in Paris (6)CUTEST
2 Complaint of breaking rule again (9)
3 Sign on as missing from New Orleans (5)ENROL
4 Attempts to protect girl and hides in such places (9)
5 Separate school, always (5)SEVER
6 Glasses broken — no letter writing finally (9)
7 Bull caught in rising water (5)
8 Cleaned after it rose and departed (6)TIDIED
14 What’s left of principal — making loss every second year (9)
16 The cafe and most of the property outside belong to me (9)
17 Dealt with guns, dealt with drug (5,4)
20 The idiot will regularly accrue money (6)
21 Storyteller will have a go at verse (6)POETRY
23 Taliban turned down admission to tribal (5)
24 Everyone gets to the Island (5)
25 Teach a baboon (5)

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
1 Meeting barring one — on at sister's place (7) CONVENT
5 Entails representation if prominent (7) SALIENT
9 Time to regret and run — to be a bit more exact (5) TRUER
10 Driven men make this their stock answer (5,4) NEVER MIND
11 Little bitter, but that's no big deal (5,4) SMALL BEER
12 Salt for two eggs, nothing less (5)NITRE
13 Review Indian music — it will promote culture (4) AGAR
15 Krypton could be from Tangiers (5,3) INERT GAS
18 Monkey finds some bananas in shop.... (8)MARMOSET
19 .....so the brute comes back (4) ERGO
22 Teacher will keep talking endlessly (5)RABBI
24 By hand, I'll do a wild animal (9) ARMADILLO
26 Moderated by a theologian in a small city (5,4)TONED DOWN
27 Iceman's home is superior with it (5)INUIT
28 Not taking sides, nervous and tense inside (7) NEUTRAL
29 Author narrated short story “Missing Monarch” (7)TOLSTOY

Down
1 Most beautiful clip is in Paris (6)CUTEST
2 Complaint of breaking rule again (9)NEURALGIA
3 Sign on as missing from New Orleans (5)ENROL
4 Attempts to protect girl and hides in such places (9)TANNERIES
5 Separate school, always (5)SEVER
6 Glasses broken — no letter writing finally (9)LORGNETTE
7 Bull caught in rising water (5)EDICT
8 Cleaned after it rose and departed (6)TIDIED
14 What’s left of principal — making loss every second year (9)REMAINDER
16 The cafe and most of the property outside belong to me (9)ESTAMINET
17 Dealt with guns, dealt with drug (5,4)ANGEL DUST
20 The idiot will regularly accrue money (6)CRETIN
21 Storyteller will have a go at verse (6)POETRY
23 Taliban turned down admission to tribal (5)BANTU
24 Everyone gets to the Island (5)ATOLL
25 Teach a baboon (5)DRILL

:clap::clap::clap: Very good!

[deepakgita]

Across
1 Deny increase, for example (7)
5 Drink cola, possibly, with shot added (7)
9 Name a song about an antelope (5)
10 Association to raise flag (5,4)
11 Many, in a series, in single file (3,5,7)
12 Ray opted out, or in? (7)
14 Damage what sounds like guide’s tent (7)
16 Patent medicine, in no way unusual (7)
18 Soldier, getting married, allowed small cocktails (7)
20 Boat, ketch, sabotaged – tense film (4,2,3,6)
22 National park – greenest foreign one (9)
23 Top copper back inside? That’s easy to understand (5)
24 Severe, the south wind close to shore (7)
25Keep an eye on screen (7)

Down
1 Explosive piece on top of bed with 100 underneath (9) GUNCOTTON
2 How movie ends is silly (5) INANE
3 Illicitly take a bit (7) SNAFFLE
4 Comment to chauffeur on reaching destination? I don’t know what to say (5,3,2,5) YOUVE GOT ME THERE
5 Physical attractiveness of a polar bear? (6,9) ANIMAL MAGNETISM
6 Honesty, too, in block of flats? Not quite (7)
7 What little girls often do in a theatre? (9)
8 Game - fine cuts for each (5)
13 What convalescent home offers the others – parish priests (4-5)
15 Londoner in stormy sea on boat (4,5)
17 Train always holding one up (7)
19 Mawkish girl left home (7)
20 Arabs rebuilt Iraqi port (5)
21 A French record, not shortened (5)

Grid at http://www.thehindu.com/todays-paper/tp-features/tp-sundaymagazine/the-hindu-crossword-no-2820/article6668811.ece

[sandhya.p61]

Across
1 Deny increase, for example (7)
5 Drink cola, possibly, with shot added (7)
9 Name a song about an antelope (5)
10 Association to raise flag (5,4)UNION JACK
11 Many, in a series, in single file (3,5,7)
12 Ray opted out, or in? (7)
14 Damage what sounds like guide’s tent (7)MARQUEE
16 Patent medicine, in no way unusual (7)
18 Soldier, getting married, allowed small cocktails (7)GIMLETS
20 Boat, ketch, sabotaged – tense film (4,2,3,6)
22 National park – greenest foreign one (9)
23 Top copper back inside? That’s easy to understand (5)
24 Severe, the south wind close to shore (7)
25Keep an eye on screen (7)

Down
1 Explosive piece on top of bed with 100 underneath (9) GUNCOTTON
2 How movie ends is silly (5) INANE
3 Illicitly take a bit (7) SNAFFLE
4 Comment to chauffeur on reaching destination? I don’t know what to say (5,3,2,5) YOUVE GOT ME THERE
5 Physical attractiveness of a polar bear? (6,9) ANIMAL MAGNETISM
6 Honesty, too, in block of flats? Not quite (7)
7 What little girls often do in a theatre? (9) PLAYHOUSE
8 Game - fine cuts for each (5)
13 What convalescent home offers the others – parish priests (4-5)
15 Londoner in stormy sea on boat (4,5)
17 Train always holding one up (7)
19 Mawkish girl left home (7) MAUDLIN
20 Arabs rebuilt Iraqi port (5)
21 A French record, not shortened (5)

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
1 Deny increase, for example (7)GAINSAY
5 Drink cola, possibly, with shot added (7)ALCOPOP
9 Name a song about an antelope (5)NYALA
10 Association to raise flag (5,4)UNION JACK
11 Many, in a series, in single file (3,5,7)ONE AFTER ANOTHER
12 Ray opted out, or in? (7)TORPEDO
14 Damage what sounds like guide’s tent (7)MARQUEE
16 Patent medicine, in no way unusual (7)NOSTRUM
18 Soldier, getting married, allowed small cocktails (7)GIMLETS
20 Boat, ketch, sabotaged – tense film (4,2,3,6)BACK TO THE FUTURE
22 National park – greenest foreign one (9)SERENGETI
23 Top copper back inside? That’s easy to understand (5)LUCID
24 Severe, the south wind close to shore (7)AUSTERE
25Keep an eye on screen (7)MONITOR

Down
1 Explosive piece on top of bed with 100 underneath (9) GUNCOTTON
2 How movie ends is silly (5) INANE
3 Illicitly take a bit (7) SNAFFLE
4 Comment to chauffeur on reaching destination? I don’t know what to say (5,3,2,5) YOUVE GOT ME THERE
5 Physical attractiveness of a polar bear? (6,9) ANIMAL MAGNETISM
6 Honesty, too, in block of flats? Not quite (7)CANDOUR
7 What little girls often do in a theatre? (9) PLAYHOUSE
8 Game - fine cuts for each (5)POKER
13 What convalescent home offers the others – parish priests (4-5)REST-CURES
15 Londoner in stormy sea on boat (4,5)EAST ENDER
17 Train always holding one up (7)RETINUE
19 Mawkish girl left home (7) MAUDLIN
20 Arabs rebuilt Iraqi port (5)BASRA
21 A French record, not shortened (5)UNCUT

:clap::clap::clap: Good!

[deepakgita]

Across
1 Slowly one sat back to secure some legroom (2,1,6,4)
10 Call head of boat (5)
11 Uprising by soldiers — a huge number, as one goes for finishing line (9)
12 Entitlement's gone immediately (5,4)
13 Subject of spinner starts with Indian cricket (5)
14 Cleaning coming to an end after it's over (7)
16 The woman’s becoming rare as a farm worker (7)
18 They are used two times to delete answer (7)
20 Cut or reduce risk rearing wild lion (7)
22 Should dismiss Ponting and Waugh's final admission (5)
24 Arranged car pool on a small island — it's near Athens (9)
26 Keeping outside central location is soothing (9)
27 Say one ignores temperature in incubators (5)
28 With a clutch of eggs, moderately well placed (7,6)

Down
2 Forced drug into boy as he walked wearily (7)
3 Game fish swallows it dry (9)
4 A pointer to a scene, reportedly (5)
5 Influence peddlers to include a cop (not bishop) in their schedules (9)
6 Guide religious group (5) PILOT
7 Dock after dock... not one ship (7) CLIPPER
8 Proceeds straight, keeping the ethos of loyalty to the group (6, 2,5) ESPRIT DE CORPS
9 Broken chair contains something old (13) ANACHRONISTIC
15 Period of development, say over a place (9) GESTATION
17 Erupt near transport (9)
19 Hang if a criminal gets some money (7)
21 Most slippery one is prone in a place of surgery (7)
23 Farm machinery's no choice for land (5)
25 Manipulate design group, for me nothing's lost (3,2)

Grid at http://www.thehindu.com/todays-paper/tp-miscellaneous/the-hindu-crossword-11105/article6091146.ece

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
1 Slowly one sat back to secure some legroom (2,1,6,4)
10 Call head of boat (5)
11 Uprising by soldiers — a huge number, as one goes for finishing line (9)
12 Entitlement's gone immediately (5,4)RIGHT AWAY
13 Subject of spinner starts with Indian cricket (5)
14 Cleaning coming to an end after it's over (7)TIDYING
16 The woman’s becoming rare as a farm worker (7)
18 They are used two times to delete answer (7)
20 Cut or reduce risk rearing wild lion (7)
22 Should dismiss Ponting and Waugh's final admission (5)
24 Arranged car pool on a small island — it's near Athens (9)
26 Keeping outside central location is soothing (9)
27 Say one ignores temperature in incubators (5)
28 With a clutch of eggs, moderately well placed (7,6)

Down
2 Forced drug into boy as he walked wearily (7)TRUDGED
3 Game fish swallows it dry (9)
4 A pointer to a scene, reportedly (5)ARROW
5 Influence peddlers to include a cop (not bishop) in their schedules (9)
6 Guide religious group (5) PILOT
7 Dock after dock... not one ship (7) CLIPPER
8 Proceeds straight, keeping the ethos of loyalty to the group (6, 2,5) ESPRIT DE CORPS
9 Broken chair contains something old (13) ANACHRONISTIC
15 Period of development, say over a place (9) GESTATION
17 Erupt near transport (9)ENRAPTURE
19 Hang if a criminal gets some money (7)
21 Most slippery one is prone in a place of surgery (7)
23 Farm machinery's no choice for land (5)
25 Manipulate design group, for me nothing's lost (3,2)

[Russellbew]

Across
1 Slowly one sat back to secure some legroom (2,1,6,4)
10 Call head of boat (5)
11 Uprising by soldiers — a huge number, as one goes for finishing line (9)
12 Entitlement's gone immediately (5,4)RIGHT AWAY
13 Subject of spinner starts with Indian cricket (5)
14 Cleaning coming to an end after it's over (7)TIDYING
16 The woman’s becoming rare as a farm worker (7)
18 They are used two times to delete answer (7)
20 Cut or reduce risk rearing wild lion (7)
22 Should dismiss Ponting and Waugh's final admission (5) OUGHT
24 Arranged car pool on a small island — it's near Athens (9) ACROPOLIS
26 Keeping outside central location is soothing (9) PLACATING
27 Say one ignores temperature in incubators (5)
28 With a clutch of eggs, moderately well placed (7,6) SITTING PRETTY

Down
2 Forced drug into boy as he walked wearily (7)TRUDGED
3 Game fish swallows it dry (9)
4 A pointer to a scene, reportedly (5)ARROW
5 Influence peddlers to include a cop (not bishop) in their schedules (9)
6 Guide religious group (5) PILOT
7 Dock after dock... not one ship (7) CLIPPER
8 Proceeds straight, keeping the ethos of loyalty to the group (6, 2,5) ESPRIT DE CORPS
9 Broken chair contains something old (13) ANACHRONISTIC
15 Period of development, say over a place (9) GESTATION
17 Erupt near transport (9)ENRAPTURE
19 Hang if a criminal gets some money (7)
21 Most slippery one is prone in a place of surgery (7)
23 Farm machinery's no choice for land (5) TRACT
25 Manipulate design group, for me nothing's lost (3,2)

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
1 Slowly one sat back to secure some legroom (2,1,6,4)AT A SNAIL'S PACE
10 Call head of boat (5)SCULL
11 Uprising by soldiers — a huge number, as one goes for finishing line (9)REBELLION
12 Entitlement's gone immediately (5,4)RIGHT AWAY
13 Subject of spinner starts with Indian cricket (5)
14 Cleaning coming to an end after it's over (7)TIDYING
16 The woman’s becoming rare as a farm worker (7)SHEARER
18 They are used two times to delete answer (7)ERASERS
20 Cut or reduce risk rearing wild lion (7)SIRLOIN
22 Should dismiss Ponting and Waugh's final admission (5) OUGHT
24 Arranged car pool on a small island — it's near Athens (9) ACROPOLIS
26 Keeping outside central location is soothing (9) PLACATING
27 Say one ignores temperature in incubators (5)UTERI
28 With a clutch of eggs, moderately well placed (7,6) SITTING PRETTY

Down
2 Forced drug into boy as he walked wearily (7)TRUDGED
3 Game fish swallows it dry (9)SOLITAIRE
4 A pointer to a scene, reportedly (5)ARROW
5 Influence peddlers to include a cop (not bishop) in their schedules (9)LOBBYISTS
6 Guide religious group (5) PILOT
7 Dock after dock... not one ship (7) CLIPPER
8 Proceeds straight, keeping the ethos of loyalty to the group (6, 2,5) ESPRIT DE CORPS
9 Broken chair contains something old (13) ANACHRONISTIC
15 Period of development, say over a place (9) GESTATION
17 Erupt near transport (9)ENRAPTURE
19 Hang if a criminal gets some money (7)AFGHANI
21 Most slippery one is prone in a place of surgery (7)OILIEST
23 Farm machinery's no choice for land (5) TRACT
25 Manipulate design group, for me nothing's lost (3,2)RIG UP

:clap::clap::clap: Very good!

(Lakshmi, when you happen to post after the deadline you may freely wrap up the puzzle!)

[Russellbew]

Yes Ma'am :)

[deepakgita]

Across
1 Used gas lamp— no good for hot stuff (6)
4 She's wearing something like 27 for example- looks angelic (8)
9 The most recent city trial (6)
10 Stole under the flounce (8)
12 Spanish chronicle— terror forces conservative out (8)
13 The beast over time, runs (6)
15 Makes it hot — easier for one to create a ruckus (5, 3, 4)
18 Strengthened the cover he'd over me (4-8)
21 How circle becomes ice? (6)
22 Bit of a breeze there, a little airy (8)
24 Name employed is 'thick skinned', perhaps (8)
25 A line before a goddess is basic (6)
26 Again ask to rebuild the city (8)
27 What's wrong with the last dress? (6)

Down
1 Fish sauce over vegetable (8)
2 Skillful in transporting it twice in cars (8) ARTISTIC
3 One is needed, reportedly in such places (7, 8) MASSAGE PARLOURS
5 Transport cargo (4) HAUL
6 Puck's cross about game he follows (5, 10) ROBIN GOODFELLOW
7 Its presence forms a bulge at sea (6)
8 Chicken and fish sent up as uncooked inside (6)
11 May be the girl will help one start smoking (7)
14 Both have to go through- ignore ring dimension (7) BREADTH
16 Deal with the last base entering home ground (8)
17 Girl gets help in the city (8)
19 Church worker becomes a guide with Bishop at the helm (6)
20 Lethargy of a girl to go up by plane (3, 3)
23 The dork gets a twitch (4)

Grid at http://www.thehindu.com/todays-paper/tp-miscellaneous/the-hindu-crossword-11071/article5958018.ece

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
1 Used gas lamp— no good for hot stuff (6)
4 She's wearing something like 27 for example- looks angelic (8)
9 The most recent city trial (6)LATEST
10 Stole under the flounce (8)
12 Spanish chronicle— terror forces conservative out (8)
13 The beast over time, runs (6)
15 Makes it hot — easier for one to create a ruckus (5, 3, 4)
18 Strengthened the cover he'd over me (4-8)
21 How circle becomes ice? (6)
22 Bit of a breeze there, a little airy (8)ETHEREAL
24 Name employed is 'thick skinned', perhaps (8)
25 A line before a goddess is basic (6)
26 Again ask to rebuild the city (8)NAGASAKI
27 What's wrong with the last dress? (6)SWATHE

Down
1 Fish sauce over vegetable (8)
2 Skillful in transporting it twice in cars (8) ARTISTIC
3 One is needed, reportedly in such places (7, 8) MASSAGE PARLOURS
5 Transport cargo (4) HAUL
6 Puck's cross about game he follows (5, 10) ROBIN GOODFELLOW
7 Its presence forms a bulge at sea (6)
8 Chicken and fish sent up as uncooked inside (6)
11 May be the girl will help one start smoking (7)
14 Both have to go through- ignore ring dimension (7) BREADTH
16 Deal with the last base entering home ground (8)
17 Girl gets help in the city (8)
19 Church worker becomes a guide with Bishop at the helm (6)
20 Lethargy of a girl to go up by plane (3, 3)JET LAG
23 The dork gets a twitch (4)

[Russellbew]

Across
1 Used gas lamp— no good for hot stuff (6)
4 She's wearing something like 27 for example- looks angelic (8) CHERUBIC
9 The most recent city trial (6)LATEST
10 Stole under the flounce (8) FURBELOW
12 Spanish chronicle— terror forces conservative out (8)
13 The beast over time, runs (6)
15 Makes it hot — easier for one to create a ruckus (5, 3, 4)
18 Strengthened the cover he'd over me (4-8)
21 How circle becomes ice? (6)
22 Bit of a breeze there, a little airy (8)ETHEREAL
24 Name employed is 'thick skinned', perhaps (8) CALLUSED
25 A line before a goddess is basic (6)
26 Again ask to rebuild the city (8)NAGASAKI
27 What's wrong with the last dress? (6)SWATHE

Down
1 Fish sauce over vegetable (8)
2 Skillful in transporting it twice in cars (8) ARTISTIC
3 One is needed, reportedly in such places (7, 8) MASSAGE PARLOURS
5 Transport cargo (4) HAUL
6 Puck's cross about game he follows (5, 10) ROBIN GOODFELLOW
7 Its presence forms a bulge at sea (6)
8 Chicken and fish sent up as uncooked inside (6) COWARD
11 May be the girl will help one start smoking (7)
14 Both have to go through- ignore ring dimension (7) BREADTH
16 Deal with the last base entering home ground (8)
17 Girl gets help in the city (8)
19 Church worker becomes a guide with Bishop at the helm (6)
20 Lethargy of a girl to go up by plane (3, 3)JET LAG
23 The dork gets a twitch (4) JERK

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
1 Used gas lamp— no good for hot stuff (6)PLASMA
4 She's wearing something like 27 for example- looks angelic (8) CHERUBIC
9 The most recent city trial (6)LATEST
10 Stole under the flounce (8) FURBELOW
12 Spanish chronicle— terror forces conservative out (8)HISPANIC
13 The beast over time, runs (6)ONAGER
15 Makes it hot — easier for one to create a ruckus (5, 3, 4)RAISE THE ROOF
18 Strengthened the cover he'd over me (4-8)CASE-HARDENED
21 How circle becomes ice? (6)EVENLY
22 Bit of a breeze there, a little airy (8)ETHEREAL
24 Name employed is 'thick skinned', perhaps (8) CALLUSED
25 A line before a goddess is basic (6)ALKALI
26 Again ask to rebuild the city (8)NAGASAKI
27 What's wrong with the last dress? (6)SWATHE

Down
1 Fish sauce over vegetable (8)PILCHARD
2 Skillful in transporting it twice in cars (8) ARTISTIC
3 One is needed, reportedly in such places (7, 8) MASSAGE PARLOURS
5 Transport cargo (4) HAUL
6 Puck's cross about game he follows (5, 10) ROBIN GOODFELLOW
7 Its presence forms a bulge at sea (6)BELUGA
8 Chicken and fish sent up as uncooked inside (6) COWARD
11 May be the girl will help one start smoking (7)LIGHTER
14 Both have to go through- ignore ring dimension (7) BREADTH
16 Deal with the last base entering home ground (8)INTERACT
17 Girl gets help in the city (8)ADELAIDE
19 Church worker becomes a guide with Bishop at the helm (6)DEACON
20 Lethargy of a girl to go up by plane (3, 3)JET LAG
23 The dork gets a twitch (4) JERK

:clap::clap::clap: A bit tough!

[deepakgita]

Across
1 Take a look at government network these days (6) GLANCE
4 Isis' role possibly in a catastrophe (3,2,3) ACT OF GOD
9 Dereliction showing what's left behind (6) RELICS
10 A delinquent half undone working with unknown bitterness (8) ACRIMONY
12 Bird (turkey) gets an attempt to sweep across (8) TRAGOPAN
13 DJ playing duet involving kiss... and hug? (6)
15 Dip into honey fudge (4)
16 Copper nearly fast; criminal head nailed by genuine aggression (10)
19 Relationships without commitment? They could be damaging! (10)
20 Skillful people, they avoid racket in court (4)
23 With it, promising person gets reduced profit (6)
25 Sincere on embracing new party leader, as women do? (3,5)
27 Hiker's companion, finally back to sleep, wants bed (8)
28 Reflect in the morning with spirit and energy to solve puzzle (6)
29 Born, married, possibly ash at last — a useful growth? (4,4)
30 European country deploying Navy to label boundaries (6)

Down
1 Sad tragedy went around in circles (7)
2 All grooms heading out in marriages (9)
3 Holy cow fed with distasteful peeled nuts (6)
5 In the driver's seat, avoiding hollow swagger (4)
6 Disgustingly, I sold you for redemption (8)
7 Try using English to comprehend big mad man (5)
8 Well, that's no place for alcoholics! (3,4)
11 Repeats from memory standard abridged tale over (7)
14 Cheer Ms. Messy, a shrewd planner (7)
17 Racing around to secure a gold up in an American state (9)
18 Monkey and rodent poked by opponents (8)
19 Be afraid to acquire sophisticated knowledge (7)
21 Leon doesn't show scurry; Karl about to make merry (7)
22 Drunkard to live off on others' money (6)
24 Church managed to occupy stretch (5)
26 Unsatisfactory cinema fails to impress in climax (4)


Grid at http://www.thehindu.com/todays-paper/tp-miscellaneous/the-hindu-crossword-11041/article5828631.ece

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
1 Take a look at government network these days (6)GLANCE
4 Isis' role possibly in a catastrophe (3,2,3)ACT OF GOD
9 Dereliction showing what's left behind (6)RELICS
10 A delinquent half undone working with unknown bitterness (8)
12 Bird (turkey) gets an attempt to sweep across (8)
13 DJ playing duet involving kiss... and hug? (6)
15 Dip into honey fudge (4)
16 Copper nearly fast; criminal head nailed by genuine aggression (10)
19 Relationships without commitment? They could be damaging! (10)
20 Skillful people, they avoid racket in court (4)
23 With it, promising person gets reduced profit (6)
25 Sincere on embracing new party leader, as women do? (3,5)
27 Hiker's companion, finally back to sleep, wants bed (8)
28 Reflect in the morning with spirit and energy to solve puzzle (6)
29 Born, married, possibly ash at last — a useful growth? (4,4)
30 European country deploying Navy to label boundaries (6)

Down
1 Sad tragedy went around in circles (7)GYRATED
2 All grooms heading out in marriages (9)ALLIANCES
3 Holy cow fed with distasteful peeled nuts (6)
5 In the driver's seat, avoiding hollow swagger (4)
6 Disgustingly, I sold you for redemption (8)
7 Try using English to comprehend big mad man (5)
8 Well, that's no place for alcoholics! (3,4)
11 Repeats from memory standard abridged tale over (7)
14 Cheer Ms. Messy, a shrewd planner (7)
17 Racing around to secure a gold up in an American state (9)
18 Monkey and rodent poked by opponents (8)
19 Be afraid to acquire sophisticated knowledge (7)
21 Leon doesn't show scurry; Karl about to make merry (7)
22 Drunkard to live off on others' money (6)
24 Church managed to occupy stretch (5)
26 Unsatisfactory cinema fails to impress in climax (4)

[Russellbew]

Across
1 Take a look at government network these days (6)GLANCE
4 Isis' role possibly in a catastrophe (3,2,3)ACT OF GOD
9 Dereliction showing what's left behind (6)RELICS
10 A delinquent half undone working with unknown bitterness (8)
12 Bird (turkey) gets an attempt to sweep across (8)
13 DJ playing duet involving kiss... and hug? (6) TUXEDO
15 Dip into honey fudge (4)
16 Copper nearly fast; criminal head nailed by genuine aggression (10)
19 Relationships without commitment? They could be damaging! (10)
20 Skillful people, they avoid racket in court (4)
23 With it, promising person gets reduced profit (6)
25 Sincere on embracing new party leader, as women do? (3,5)
27 Hiker's companion, finally back to sleep, wants bed (8)
28 Reflect in the morning with spirit and energy to solve puzzle (6)
29 Born, married, possibly ash at last — a useful growth? (4,4) NEEM TREE
30 European country deploying Navy to label boundaries (6)

Down
1 Sad tragedy went around in circles (7)GYRATED
2 All grooms heading out in marriages (9)ALLIANCES
3 Holy cow fed with distasteful peeled nuts (6)
5 In the driver's seat, avoiding hollow swagger (4)
6 Disgustingly, I sold you for redemption (8) ODIOUSLY
7 Try using English to comprehend big mad man (5)
8 Well, that's no place for alcoholics! (3,4) DRY HOLE
11 Repeats from memory standard abridged tale over (7)
14 Cheer Ms. Messy, a shrewd planner (7)
17 Racing around to secure a gold up in an American state (9)
18 Monkey and rodent poked by opponents (8)
19 Be afraid to acquire sophisticated knowledge (7)
21 Leon doesn't show scurry; Karl about to make merry (7)
22 Drunkard to live off on others' money (6)
24 Church managed to occupy stretch (5) CRANE
26 Unsatisfactory cinema fails to impress in climax (4)

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
1 Take a look at government network these days (6)GLANCE
4 Isis' role possibly in a catastrophe (3,2,3)ACT OF GOD
9 Dereliction showing what's left behind (6)RELICT
10 A delinquent half undone working with unknown bitterness (8)ACRIMONY
12 Bird (turkey) gets an attempt to sweep across (8)TRAGOPAN
13 DJ playing duet involving kiss... and hug? (6) TUXEDO
15 Dip into honey fudge (4)DUCK
16 Copper nearly fast; criminal head nailed by genuine aggression (10)TRUCULENCE
19 Relationships without commitment? They could be damaging! (10)CASUALTIES
20 Skillful people, they avoid racket in court (4)ACES
23 With it, promising person gets reduced profit (6)INCOME
25 Sincere on embracing new party leader, as women do? (3,5)HEN PARTY
27 Hiker's companion, finally back to sleep, wants bed (8)KNAPSACK
28 Reflect in the morning with spirit and energy to solve puzzle (6)ENIGMA
29 Born, married, possibly ash at last — a useful growth? (4,4) NEEM TREE
30 European country deploying Navy to label boundaries (6)DEMARK

Down
1 Sad tragedy went around in circles (7)GYRATED
2 All grooms heading out in marriages (9)ALLIANCES
3 Holy cow fed with distasteful peeled nuts (6)CUCKOO
5 In the driver's seat, avoiding hollow swagger (4)COCK
6 Disgustingly, I sold you for redemption (8) ODIOUSLY
7 Try using English to comprehend big mad man (5)GOOSE
8 Well, that's no place for alcoholics! (3,4) DRY HOLE
11 Repeats from memory standard abridged tale over (7)PARROTS
14 Cheer Ms. Messy, a shrewd planner (7)SCHEMER
17 Racing around to secure a gold up in an American state (9)NICARAGUA
18 Monkey and rodent poked by opponents (8)MARMOSET
19 Be afraid to acquire sophisticated knowledge (7)CHICKEN
21 Leon doesn't show scurry; Karl about to make merry (7)SKYLARK
22 Drunkard to live off on others' money (6)SPONGE
24 Church managed to occupy stretch (5) CRANE
26 Unsatisfactory cinema fails to impress in climax (4)ACME

:clap::clap::clap: A toughie with birds of many feathers fluttering across and down!

[deepakgita]

Across
1 Order around a soldier (8)
5 Sportsperson has fish at the beginning of round (6)
10 Scepticism about bout fixed after first of December (5)
11 Caressing, after consuming a piece of uthappam, an abandoned child (9)
12 Ship carries fruit and weapons (6)
13 A salt tin is floating around island of Atlas (8)
15 Unsullied river's having less impurity (5)
17 Spy father peruse, uselessly, documentary material (4,5)
19 Participate on behalf of a country and show the slide show again (9)
20 Legal officer leads Karnataka in the capital (5)
21 Pickle with a dash of pepper and save for later (8)
23 Porter who gave us The Gift of the Magi (1,5)
27 Run, with Rita in custody, to Iowa or Hope's country (9)
28 Knave enabled hiding Indian instrument (5)
29 Ridicule the German one before editor returns (6)
30 Puts in the same category like (and) (8)

Down
1 Encrypts software laws (5)
2 Play with an anti-pest contraption that a rodent bit back (9)
3 Badly tears a flower (5)
4 Idiotic to place five hundred just before the rear part of the ship (4)
6 Child slept and was abducted in book by Stevenson (9)
7 Dance for Oliver (5)
8 Court official who may be found in a hospital (9)
9 Lawrence stood behind female ruler in queendom (9)
14 Watchful attendant follows ex-student (9)
15 Respired badly with a hint of paranoia and sweated (9)
16 Once again put into office and let decree manipulation (2-7)
18 Dog from the old Chinese capital? (9) PEKINGESE
22 Terrorist's innate mistake (5) ERROR
24 Chaos caused by command cried out prior to letting slip the dogs of war (5) HAVOC
25 Whipped yeast for the poet (5) YEATS
26 Two set right, after the engineers left (4) PAIR

Grid at http://www.thehindu.com/todays-paper/tp-miscellaneous/the-hindu-crossword-11139/article6218874.ece

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
1 Order around a soldier (8)COMMANDO
5 Sportsperson has fish at the beginning of round (6)
10 Scepticism about bout fixed after first of December (5)DOUBT
11 Caressing, after consuming a piece of uthappam, an abandoned child (9)
12 Ship carries fruit and weapons (6)
13 A salt tin is floating around island of Atlas (8)
15 Unsullied river's having less impurity (5)
17 Spy father peruse, uselessly, documentary material (4,5)
19 Participate on behalf of a country and show the slide show again (9)REPRESENT
20 Legal officer leads Karnataka in the capital (5)
21 Pickle with a dash of pepper and save for later (8)PRESERVE
23 Porter who gave us The Gift of the Magi (1,5)
27 Run, with Rita in custody, to Iowa or Hope's country (9)
28 Knave enabled hiding Indian instrument (5)VEENA
29 Ridicule the German one before editor returns (6)
30 Puts in the same category like (and) (8)

Down
1 Encrypts software laws (5)
2 Play with an anti-pest contraption that a rodent bit back (9)
3 Badly tears a flower (5)
4 Idiotic to place five hundred just before the rear part of the ship (4)
6 Child slept and was abducted in book by Stevenson (9)
7 Dance for Oliver (5)
8 Court official who may be found in a hospital (9)
9 Lawrence stood behind female ruler in queendom (9)
14 Watchful attendant follows ex-student (9)
15 Respired badly with a hint of paranoia and sweated (9)
16 Once again put into office and let decree manipulation (2-7)
18 Dog from the old Chinese capital? (9) PEKINGESE
22 Terrorist's innate mistake (5) ERROR
24 Chaos caused by command cried out prior to letting slip the dogs of war (5) HAVOC
25 Whipped yeast for the poet (5) YEATS
26 Two set right, after the engineers left (4) PAIR

[Russellbew]

Across
1 Order around a soldier (8)COMMANDO
5 Sportsperson has fish at the beginning of round (6)
10 Scepticism about bout fixed after first of December (5)DOUBT
11 Caressing, after consuming a piece of uthappam, an abandoned child (9)
12 Ship carries fruit and weapons (6) SPEARS
13 A salt tin is floating around island of Atlas (8)
15 Unsullied river's having less impurity (5) PURER
17 Spy father peruse, uselessly, documentary material (4,5)
19 Participate on behalf of a country and show the slide show again (9)REPRESENT
20 Legal officer leads Karnataka in the capital (5)
21 Pickle with a dash of pepper and save for later (8)PRESERVE
23 Porter who gave us The Gift of the Magi (1,5)
27 Run, with Rita in custody, to Iowa or Hope's country (9)
28 Knave enabled hiding Indian instrument (5)VEENA
29 Ridicule the German one before editor returns (6) DERIDE
30 Puts in the same category like (and) (8)

Down
1 Encrypts software laws (5) CODES
2 Play with an anti-pest contraption that a rodent bit back (9)
3 Badly tears a flower (5)
4 Idiotic to place five hundred just before the rear part of the ship (4)
6 Child slept and was abducted in book by Stevenson (9)
7 Dance for Oliver (5)
8 Court official who may be found in a hospital (9)
9 Lawrence stood behind female ruler in queendom (9)
14 Watchful attendant follows ex-student (9) OBSERVANT
15 Respired badly with a hint of paranoia and sweated (9)
16 Once again put into office and let decree manipulation (2-7)
18 Dog from the old Chinese capital? (9) PEKINGESE
22 Terrorist's innate mistake (5) ERROR
24 Chaos caused by command cried out prior to letting slip the dogs of war (5) HAVOC
25 Whipped yeast for the poet (5) YEATS
26 Two set right, after the engineers left (4) PAIR

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
1 Order around a soldier (8)COMMANDO
5 Sportsperson has fish at the beginning of round (6)SKATER
10 Scepticism about bout fixed after first of December (5)DOUBT
11 Caressing, after consuming a piece of uthappam, an abandoned child (9)FOUNDLING
12 Ship carries fruit and weapons (6) SPEARS
13 A salt tin is floating around island of Atlas (8)ATLANTIS
15 Unsullied river's having less impurity (5) PURER
17 Spy father peruse, uselessly, documentary material (4,5)BOND PAPER
19 Participate on behalf of a country and show the slide show again (9)REPRESENT
20 Legal officer leads Karnataka in the capital (5)DAKAR
21 Pickle with a dash of pepper and save for later (8)PRESERVE
23 Porter who gave us The Gift of the Magi (1,5)O HENRY
27 Run, with Rita in custody, to Iowa or Hope's country (9)RURITANIA
28 Knave enabled hiding Indian instrument (5)VEENA
29 Ridicule the German one before editor returns (6) DERIDE
30 Puts in the same category like (and) (8)BRACKETS

Down
1 Encrypts software laws (5) CODES
2 Play with an anti-pest contraption that a rodent bit back (9)MOUSETRAP
3 Badly tears a flower (5)ASTER
4 Idiotic to place five hundred just before the rear part of the ship (4)DAFT
6 Child slept and was abducted in book by Stevenson (9)KIDNAPPED
7 Dance for Oliver (5)TWIST
8 Court official who may be found in a hospital (9)REGISTRAR
9 Lawrence stood behind female ruler in queendom (9)SULTANATE
14 Watchful attendant follows ex-student (9) OBSERVANT
15 Respired badly with a hint of paranoia and sweated (9)PERSPIRED
16 Once again put into office and let decree manipulation (2-7)RE-ELECTED
18 Dog from the old Chinese capital? (9) PEKINGESE
22 Terrorist's innate mistake (5) ERROR
24 Chaos caused by command cried out prior to letting slip the dogs of war (5) HAVOC
25 Whipped yeast for the poet (5) YEATS
26 Two set right, after the engineers left (4) PAIR

:clap::clap::clap: Delightful!

[deepakgita]

Across
1 Special identification possessed by hero is shaped like a rugby ball. Quite the contrary (8)
5 Irritated Desai's stage whispers (6)
10 Look back around first pillar and drive away (5)
11 Glutton gets some non-vegetarian food without payment (4-5)
12 Leaders of primitive English yeomen often tried eating a type of cactus (6)
13 Lyric composed by Latin in-charge of Eurasian script (8)
15 Locates pimples, say (5)
17 A Greek sailor, in absence of king, and the French are pleasant (9)
19 A hypnotic note in a type of male voice (9)
20 Bans rotating toy in screw steamer (5)
21 Attendance check involves adjustment of collar in front of two rookies (4,4)
23 Accelerate puppet's return after being disheartened (4-2)
27 Overhear: “Dover apes mutated” (9)
28 Supple person may hide a diseased one (5)
29 South African director is primarily terrifying — a lover of cruelty (6)
30 We left flowers around First for these merchants (8)
Down
1 Thong made from tarps (5)
2 Bar marketing device 60 minutes after hiding a couple of pennies in hay (5,4)
3 Ignited again when prophet is in Rome tower initially (5)
4 Little knowledge is found in buckskin folders (4)
6 Inanity of southern disease overwhelming setter (9)
7 Satan, even after beheading, remains wicked (5)
8 Rock steps remodelled into wheel teeth (9)
9 Unused type of cricket ball for an American from the Big Apple (3,6)
14 Christmas singers have a roll, with ecstasy, in cars (9)
15 So Swiss capital is invested on second son? That shows prudence (9)
16 Ship carrying accountant surrounded by damaged etuis and travelling bags (9)
18 Welding torches are primitive weapons (9)
22 Spoke falsehood about five and survived (5)
24 Headless Hitler becomes a doorkeeper (5)
25 Fathers have right roles in dramas (5)
26 Operation by criminal to get precious stone (4)


Grid at http://www.thehindu.com/todays-paper/tp-miscellaneous/the-hindu-crossword-11139/article6218874.ece

[sandhya.p61]

Across
1 Special identification possessed by hero is shaped like a rugby ball. Quite the contrary (8)
5 Irritated Desai's stage whispers (6)
10 Look back around first pillar and drive away (5)
11 Glutton gets some non-vegetarian food without payment (4-5)FREE-LIVER
12 Leaders of primitive English yeomen often tried eating a type of cactus (6)
13 Lyric composed by Latin in-charge of Eurasian script (8)
15 Locates pimples, say (5)
17 A Greek sailor, in absence of king, and the French are pleasant (9) AGREEABLE
19 A hypnotic note in a type of male voice (9) BARBITONE
20 Bans rotating toy in screw steamer (5)
21 Attendance check involves adjustment of collar in front of two rookies (4,4)
23 Accelerate puppet's return after being disheartened (4-2)
27 Overhear: “Dover apes mutated” (9)
28 Supple person may hide a diseased one (5)
29 South African director is primarily terrifying — a lover of cruelty (6)
30 We left flowers around First for these merchants (8)

Down
1 Thong made from tarps (5)
2 Bar marketing device 60 minutes after hiding a couple of pennies in hay (5,4) HAPPY HOURS
3 Ignited again when prophet is in Rome tower initially (5)
4 Little knowledge is found in buckskin folders (4)
6 Inanity of southern disease overwhelming setter (9)
7 Satan, even after beheading, remains wicked (5)
8 Rock steps remodelled into wheel teeth (9)
9 Unused type of cricket ball for an American from the Big Apple (3,6)
14 Christmas singers have a roll, with ecstasy, in cars (9)
15 So Swiss capital is invested on second son? That shows prudence (9) SOBERNESS
16 Ship carrying accountant surrounded by damaged etuis and travelling bags (9)
18 Welding torches are primitive weapons (9)
22 Spoke falsehood about five and survived (5)
24 Headless Hitler becomes a doorkeeper (5)
25 Fathers have right roles in dramas (5)
26 Operation by criminal to get precious stone (4)

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
1 Special identification possessed by hero is shaped like a rugby ball. Quite the contrary (8)
5 Irritated Desai's stage whispers (6)ASIDES
10 Look back around first pillar and drive away (5)
11 Glutton gets some non-vegetarian food without payment (4-5)FREE-LIVER
12 Leaders of primitive English yeomen often tried eating a type of cactus (6)
13 Lyric composed by Latin in-charge of Eurasian script (8)
15 Locates pimples, say (5)SPOTS
17 A Greek sailor, in absence of king, and the French are pleasant (9) AGREEABLE
19 A hypnotic note in a type of male voice (9) BARBITONE
20 Bans rotating toy in screw steamer (5)
21 Attendance check involves adjustment of collar in front of two rookies (4,4)
23 Accelerate puppet's return after being disheartened (4-2)STEP-UP
27 Overhear: “Dover apes mutated” (9)EAVESDROP
28 Supple person may hide a diseased one (5)
29 South African director is primarily terrifying — a lover of cruelty (6)SADIST
30 We left flowers around First for these merchants (8)

Down
1 Thong made from tarps (5)
2 Bar marketing device 60 minutes after hiding a couple of pennies in hay (5,4) HAPPY HOURS
3 Ignited again when prophet is in Rome tower initially (5)
4 Little knowledge is found in buckskin folders (4)
6 Inanity of southern disease overwhelming setter (9)
7 Satan, even after beheading, remains wicked (5)
8 Rock steps remodelled into wheel teeth (9)
9 Unused type of cricket ball for an American from the Big Apple (3,6)
14 Christmas singers have a roll, with ecstasy, in cars (9)
15 So Swiss capital is invested on second son? That shows prudence (9) SOBERNESS
16 Ship carrying accountant surrounded by damaged etuis and travelling bags (9)
18 Welding torches are primitive weapons (9)
22 Spoke falsehood about five and survived (5)
24 Headless Hitler becomes a doorkeeper (5)
25 Fathers have right roles in dramas (5)
26 Operation by criminal to get precious stone (4)

[Russellbew]

Across
1 Special identification possessed by hero is shaped like a rugby ball. Quite the contrary (8)
5 Irritated Desai's stage whispers (6)ASIDES
10 Look back around first pillar and drive away (5)
11 Glutton gets some non-vegetarian food without payment (4-5)FREE-LIVER
12 Leaders of primitive English yeomen often tried eating a type of cactus (6)
13 Lyric composed by Latin in-charge of Eurasian script (8)
15 Locates pimples, say (5)SPOTS
17 A Greek sailor, in absence of king, and the French are pleasant (9) AGREEABLE
19 A hypnotic note in a type of male voice (9) BARBITONE
20 Bans rotating toy in screw steamer (5)
21 Attendance check involves adjustment of collar in front of two rookies (4,4)
23 Accelerate puppet's return after being disheartened (4-2)STEP-UP
27 Overhear: “Dover apes mutated” (9)EAVESDROP
28 Supple person may hide a diseased one (5)
29 South African director is primarily terrifying — a lover of cruelty (6)SADIST
30 We left flowers around First for these merchants (8)

Down
1 Thong made from tarps (5) STRAP
2 Bar marketing device 60 minutes after hiding a couple of pennies in hay (5,4) HAPPY HOURS
3 Ignited again when prophet is in Rome tower initially (5) RELIT
4 Little knowledge is found in buckskin folders (4)
6 Inanity of southern disease overwhelming setter (9)
7 Satan, even after beheading, remains wicked (5)
8 Rock steps remodelled into wheel teeth (9)
9 Unused type of cricket ball for an American from the Big Apple (3,6)
14 Christmas singers have a roll, with ecstasy, in cars (9)
15 So Swiss capital is invested on second son? That shows prudence (9) SOBERNESS
16 Ship carrying accountant surrounded by damaged etuis and travelling bags (9)
18 Welding torches are primitive weapons (9)
22 Spoke falsehood about five and survived (5) LIVED
24 Headless Hitler becomes a doorkeeper (5) TILER
25 Fathers have right roles in dramas (5) PARTS
26 Operation by criminal to get precious stone (4)

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
1 Special identification possessed by hero is shaped like a rugby ball. Quite the contrary (8)SPHEROID
5 Irritated Desai's stage whispers (6)ASIDES
10 Look back around first pillar and drive away (5)REPEL
11 Glutton gets some non-vegetarian food without payment (4-5)FREE-LIVER
12 Leaders of primitive English yeomen often tried eating a type of cactus (6)PEYOTTE
13 Lyric composed by Latin in-charge of Eurasian script (8)CYRILLIC
15 Locates pimples, say (5)SPOTS
17 A Greek sailor, in absence of king, and the French are pleasant (9) AGREEABLE
19 A hypnotic note in a type of male voice (9) BARBITONE
20 Bans rotating toy in screw steamer (5)STOPS
21 Attendance check involves adjustment of collar in front of two rookies (4,4)ROLL CALL
23 Accelerate puppet's return after being disheartened (4-2)STEP-UP
27 Overhear: “Dover apes mutated” (9)EAVESDROP
28 Supple person may hide a diseased one (5)LEPER
29 South African director is primarily terrifying — a lover of cruelty (6)SADIST
30 We left flowers around First for these merchants (8)FLORISTS

Down
1 Thong made from tarps (5) STRAP
2 Bar marketing device 60 minutes after hiding a couple of pennies in hay (5,4) HAPPY HOURS
3 Ignited again when prophet is in Rome tower initially (5) RELIT
4 Little knowledge is found in buckskin folders (4)INFO
6 Inanity of southern disease overwhelming setter (9)SILLINESS
7 Satan, even after beheading, remains wicked (5)DEVIL
8 Rock steps remodelled into wheel teeth (9)SPROCKETS
9 Unused type of cricket ball for an American from the Big Apple (3,6)NEW YORKER
14 Christmas singers have a roll, with ecstasy, in cars (9)CAROLLERS
15 So Swiss capital is invested on second son? That shows prudence (9) SOBERNESS
16 Ship carrying accountant surrounded by damaged etuis and travelling bags (9)SUITCASES
18 Welding torches are primitive weapons (9)BLOWPIPES
22 Spoke falsehood about five and survived (5) LIVED
24 Headless Hitler becomes a doorkeeper (5) TILER
25 Fathers have right roles in dramas (5) PARTS
26 Operation by criminal to get precious stone (4)OPAL

:clap::clap::clap: Awesome reversed answers in symmetry!

[deepakgita]

Across
1 Doctor open-heartedly doing away with dray? It's got a ring to it (9) TELEPHONE
6 Imitation's grist to the editor's mill (4)
8 Law officer's relative Will apprehends ringleader (8)
9 It might be given away for a song (6)
10 Apprehended in the act of playing Holi? (6,3-6) CAUGHT RED-HANDED
11 Bore tattoo featuring girlfriend's face (5)
13 Entailed crossing it to go back in time (8)
15 Doctor in truck gets shot in the arm (4-2-2)
18 Madam Bletchley's content to stroll (5) AMBLE
20 Revolutionary bug getting in the urban communist party (5,3,4,3)
23 Currency to trap socialist from the East (6)
24 Sailor mistakes America for tip of Europe; has to depart from course (8)
25 Well, the thing is a border (4)
26 Subject essential for attraction (9)

Down
1 This is a regal accessory primarily (5) TIARA
2 Italian fare Ranga's always smuggling in from the South (7)
3 Lively boxer, for instance, overwhelming a wrestler in the end (5)
4 Abscesses require scratching the heads with part of oleaginous plant (7)
5 Urge chess player to get the outer part of a bull's eye (3,5)
6 Cleaning girl, half-fallen, rises in House of Bones (7)
7 Solicitor to Queen: “Short, little woman” — What a bloomer. (9)
12 My fair lady making wager with Henry to become pillar of British society (9)
14 Modern reception's hollow and deceitful (8)
16 Mockingbird abandoned crib and set out for the country (7)
17 ...to come before God finally, disheartened churchman admitted (7)
19 Unfinished, tumble-down terminal tower (7) MINARET
21 Signs of the cross menhir sculptor left unfinished (5)
22 Jean's sturdy, even appearance (5)

Grid at http://www.thehindu.com/todays-paper/tp-miscellaneous/the-hindu-crossword-11171/article6341505.ece

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
1 Doctor open-heartedly doing away with dray? It's got a ring to it (9) TELEPHONE
6 Imitation's grist to the editor's mill (4)
8 Law officer's relative Will apprehends ringleader (8)
9 It might be given away for a song (6)GRAMMY
10 Apprehended in the act of playing Holi? (6,3-6) CAUGHT RED-HANDED
11 Bore tattoo featuring girlfriend's face (5)
13 Entailed crossing it to go back in time (8)DATELINE
15 Doctor in truck gets shot in the arm (4-2-2)
18 Madam Bletchley's content to stroll (5) AMBLE
20 Revolutionary bug getting in the urban communist party (5,3,4,3)
23 Currency to trap socialist from the East (6)
24 Sailor mistakes America for tip of Europe; has to depart from course (8)
25 Well, the thing is a border (4)
26 Subject essential for attraction (9)

Down
1 This is a regal accessory primarily (5) TIARA
2 Italian fare Ranga's always smuggling in from the South (7)LASAGNA
3 Lively boxer, for instance, overwhelming a wrestler in the end (5)
4 Abscesses require scratching the heads with part of oleaginous plant (7)
5 Urge chess player to get the outer part of a bull's eye (3,5)EGG WHITE
6 Cleaning girl, half-fallen, rises in House of Bones (7)
7 Solicitor to Queen: “Short, little woman” — What a bloomer. (9)
12 My fair lady making wager with Henry to become pillar of British society (9)
14 Modern reception's hollow and deceitful (8)
16 Mockingbird abandoned crib and set out for the country (7)
17 ...to come before God finally, disheartened churchman admitted (7)
19 Unfinished, tumble-down terminal tower (7) MINARET
21 Signs of the cross menhir sculptor left unfinished (5)
22 Jean's sturdy, even appearance (5)ENTRY

[Russellbew]

Across
1 Doctor open-heartedly doing away with dray? It's got a ring to it (9) TELEPHONE
6 Imitation's grist to the editor's mill (4) COPY
8 Law officer's relative Will apprehends ringleader (8)
9 It might be given away for a song (6)GRAMMY
10 Apprehended in the act of playing Holi? (6,3-6) CAUGHT RED-HANDED
11 Bore tattoo featuring girlfriend's face (5)
13 Entailed crossing it to go back in time (8)DATELINE
15 Doctor in truck gets shot in the arm (4-2-2)
18 Madam Bletchley's content to stroll (5) AMBLE
20 Revolutionary bug getting in the urban communist party (5,3,4,3)
23 Currency to trap socialist from the East (6) TENDER
24 Sailor mistakes America for tip of Europe; has to depart from course (8)
25 Well, the thing is a border (4) AHEM
26 Subject essential for attraction (9) CHEMISTRY

Down
1 This is a regal accessory primarily (5) TIARA
2 Italian fare Ranga's always smuggling in from the South (7)LASAGNA
3 Lively boxer, for instance, overwhelming a wrestler in the end (5)
4 Abscesses require scratching the heads with part of oleaginous plant (7)
5 Urge chess player to get the outer part of a bull's eye (3,5)EGG WHITE
6 Cleaning girl, half-fallen, rises in House of Bones (7) CHARNEL
7 Solicitor to Queen: “Short, little woman” — What a bloomer. (9)
12 My fair lady making wager with Henry to become pillar of British society (9)
14 Modern reception's hollow and deceitful (8)
16 Mockingbird abandoned crib and set out for the country (7)
17 ...to come before God finally, disheartened churchman admitted (7)
19 Unfinished, tumble-down terminal tower (7) MINARET
21 Signs of the cross menhir sculptor left unfinished (5)
22 Jean's sturdy, even appearance (5)ENTRY

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
1 Doctor open-heartedly doing away with dray? It's got a ring to it (9) TELEPHONE
6 Imitation's grist to the editor's mill (4) COPY
8 Law officer's relative Will apprehends ringleader (8)MARSHALL
9 It might be given away for a song (6)GRAMMY
10 Apprehended in the act of playing Holi? (6,3-6) CAUGHT RED-HANDED
11 Bore tattoo featuring girlfriend's face (5)BEGAT
13 Entailed crossing it to go back in time (8)DATELINE
15 Doctor in truck gets shot in the arm (4-2-2)PICK-ME-UP
18 Madam Bletchley's content to stroll (5) AMBLE
20 Revolutionary bug getting in the urban communist party (5,3,4,3)PAINT THE TOWN RED
23 Currency to trap socialist from the East (6) TENDER
24 Sailor mistakes America for tip of Europe; has to depart from course (8)ABERRATE
25 Well, the thing is a border (4) AHEM
26 Subject essential for attraction (9) CHEMISTRY

Down
1 This is a regal accessory primarily (5) TIARA
2 Italian fare Ranga's always smuggling in from the South (7)LASAGNA
3 Lively boxer, for instance, overwhelming a wrestler in the end (5)PEART
4 Abscesses require scratching the heads with part of oleaginous plant (7)OILSEED
5 Urge chess player to get the outer part of a bull's eye (3,5)EGG WHITE
6 Cleaning girl, half-fallen, rises in House of Bones (7) CHARNEL
7 Solicitor to Queen: “Short, little woman” — What a bloomer. (9)PIMPERNEL
12 My fair lady making wager with Henry to become pillar of British society (9)ELIZABETH
14 Modern reception's hollow and deceitful (8)NEOTERIC
16 Mockingbird abandoned crib and set out for the country (7)KINGDOM
17 ...to come before God finally, disheartened churchman admitted (7)PREDATE
19 Unfinished, tumble-down terminal tower (7) MINARET
21 Signs of the cross menhir sculptor left unfinished (5)OBELI
22 Jean's sturdy, even appearance (5)ENTRY

:clap::clap::clap: Very good!

[deepakgita]

ACROSS
1 Bad blood shown by heartless opponent about it (6)
4 Smart to disconnect after energy conserved by family (5-3)
10 Arms race participant? (9)
11 Agricultural machine the Parisian kept in farm building, briefly (5)
12 Graceful Ragdoll is so meek inside (7)
13 Special phone link may cause heated row (7)
14 I consume poison – terrible illness results (14) PNEUMOCONIOSIS
18 Complaint in sheikdom, unease spreading (10,4) HOUSEMAIDS KNEE
20 Dismiss teller (7)
22 Robot in Dr No novel brought in to help (7)
24 I must sit in cleaner seat (5)
25 Smart having line deleted in travel document? The other way round (4,5)
26 At Naples? That may be nice (8)
27 Popular act? Certainly (6)

DOWN
1 For example, loses one’s composure after last of strong drinks (3,5)
2 Clergyman, old fellow, to tell government member (8,2,5) MINISTER OF STATE
3 Organised tour taking in centre of early market town (5)
5 Feature of spectacular Christmas tree (5)
6 Bird in brass - a lot manufactured (9)
7 Cornelius is cool about opposing philosophies leading to conflict (9,6) COLLISION COURSE
8 Aim at goal (6)
9 Telephone system popular company installed in Trinity, for example (8)
15 Joker, male, is seen on Baghdad river (9) MISTIGRIS
16 Canine with us, barking – a pest (8)
17 Leader to go ashore in cape (8)
19 I, about to step over frozen summit (6)
21 Heading off, yellow and black bird (5)
23 Dove flying over northern county (5)

Grid at http://www.thehindu.com/features/magazine/the-hindu-crossword-no-2821/article6688924.ece

[pavalamani pragasam]

ACROSS
1 Bad blood shown by heartless opponent about it (6)
4 Smart to disconnect after energy conserved by family (5-3)
10 Arms race participant? (9)
11 Agricultural machine the Parisian kept in farm building, briefly (5)
12 Graceful Ragdoll is so meek inside (7)
13 Special phone link may cause heated row (7)HOTLINE
14 I consume poison – terrible illness results (14) PNEUMOCONIOSIS
18 Complaint in sheikdom, unease spreading (10,4) HOUSEMAIDS KNEE
20 Dismiss teller (7)CASHIER
22 Robot in Dr No novel brought in to help (7)
24 I must sit in cleaner seat (5)
25 Smart having line deleted in travel document? The other way round (4,5)
26 At Naples? That may be nice (8)PLEASANT
27 Popular act? Certainly (6)

DOWN
1 For example, loses one’s composure after last of strong drinks (3,5)
2 Clergyman, old fellow, to tell government member (8,2,5) MINISTER OF STATE
3 Organised tour taking in centre of early market town (5)
5 Feature of spectacular Christmas tree (5)
6 Bird in brass - a lot manufactured (9)ALBATROSS
7 Cornelius is cool about opposing philosophies leading to conflict (9,6) COLLISION COURSE
8 Aim at goal (6)
9 Telephone system popular company installed in Trinity, for example (8)
15 Joker, male, is seen on Baghdad river (9) MISTIGRIS
16 Canine with us, barking – a pest (8)NUISANCE
17 Leader to go ashore in cape (8)
19 I, about to step over frozen summit (6)
21 Heading off, yellow and black bird (5)
23 Dove flying over northern county (5)

[sandhya.p61]

ACROSS
1 Bad blood shown by heartless opponent about it (6) ENMITY
4 Smart to disconnect after energy conserved by family (5-3)
10 Arms race participant? (9)
11 Agricultural machine the Parisian kept in farm building, briefly (5)
12 Graceful Ragdoll is so meek inside (7)
13 Special phone link may cause heated row (7)HOTLINE
14 I consume poison – terrible illness results (14) PNEUMOCONIOSIS
18 Complaint in sheikdom, unease spreading (10,4) HOUSEMAIDS KNEE
20 Dismiss teller (7)CASHIER
22 Robot in Dr No novel brought in to help (7) ANDROID
24 I must sit in cleaner seat (5)
25 Smart having line deleted in travel document? The other way round (4,5)
26 At Naples? That may be nice (8)PLEASANT
27 Popular act? Certainly (6)

DOWN
1 For example, loses one’s composure after last of strong drinks (3,5) EGG FLIPS
2 Clergyman, old fellow, to tell government member (8,2,5) MINISTER OF STATE
3 Organised tour taking in centre of early market town (5)
5 Feature of spectacular Christmas tree (5)
6 Bird in brass - a lot manufactured (9)ALBATROSS
7 Cornelius is cool about opposing philosophies leading to conflict (9,6) COLLISION COURSE
8 Aim at goal (6)
9 Telephone system popular company installed in Trinity, for example (8) INTERCOM
15 Joker, male, is seen on Baghdad river (9) MISTIGRIS
16 Canine with us, barking – a pest (8)NUISANCE
17 Leader to go ashore in cape (8)HEADLAND
19 I, about to step over frozen summit (6)
21 Heading off, yellow and black bird (5)
23 Dove flying over northern county (5)

[Russellbew]

ACROSS
1 Bad blood shown by heartless opponent about it (6) ENMITY
4 Smart to disconnect after energy conserved by family (5-3) CLEAN-CUT
10 Arms race participant? (9)
11 Agricultural machine the Parisian kept in farm building, briefly (5)
12 Graceful Ragdoll is so meek inside (7) LISSOME
13 Special phone link may cause heated row (7)HOTLINE
14 I consume poison – terrible illness results (14) PNEUMOCONIOSIS
18 Complaint in sheikdom, unease spreading (10,4) HOUSEMAIDS KNEE
20 Dismiss teller (7)CASHIER
22 Robot in Dr No novel brought in to help (7) ANDROID
24 I must sit in cleaner seat (5) CHAIR
25 Smart having line deleted in travel document? The other way round (4,5)
26 At Naples? That may be nice (8)PLEASANT
27 Popular act? Certainly (6)

DOWN
1 For example, loses one’s composure after last of strong drinks (3,5) EGG FLIPS
2 Clergyman, old fellow, to tell government member (8,2,5) MINISTER OF STATE
3 Organised tour taking in centre of early market town (5)
5 Feature of spectacular Christmas tree (5) LARCH
6 Bird in brass - a lot manufactured (9)ALBATROSS
7 Cornelius is cool about opposing philosophies leading to conflict (9,6) COLLISION COURSE
8 Aim at goal (6) TARGET
9 Telephone system popular company installed in Trinity, for example (8) INTERCOM
15 Joker, male, is seen on Baghdad river (9) MISTIGRIS
16 Canine with us, barking – a pest (8)NUISANCE
17 Leader to go ashore in cape (8) HEADLAND
19 I, about to step over frozen summit (6)
21 Heading off, yellow and black bird (5)
23 Dove flying over northern county (5)

[spchennai]

ACROSS
1 Bad blood shown by heartless opponent about it (6) ENMITY
4 Smart to disconnect after energy conserved by family (5-3) CLEAN-CUT
10 Arms race participant? (9) GUNRUNNER
11 Agricultural machine the Parisian kept in farm building, briefly (5) BALER
12 Graceful Ragdoll is so meek inside (7) LISSOME
13 Special phone link may cause heated row (7)HOTLINE
14 I consume poison – terrible illness results (14) PNEUMOCONIOSIS
18 Complaint in sheikdom, unease spreading (10,4) HOUSEMAIDS KNEE
20 Dismiss teller (7)CASHIER
22 Robot in Dr No novel brought in to help (7) ANDROID
24 I must sit in cleaner seat (5) CHAIR
25 Smart having line deleted in travel document? The other way round (4,5) VICE VERSA
26 At Naples? That may be nice (8)PLEASANT
27 Popular act? Certainly (6) INDEED

DOWN
1 For example, loses one’s composure after last of strong drinks (3,5) EGG FLIPS
2 Clergyman, old fellow, to tell government member (8,2,5) MINISTER OF STATE
3 Organised tour taking in centre of early market town (5) TURRO
5 Feature of spectacular Christmas tree (5) LARCH
6 Bird in brass - a lot manufactured (9)ALBATROSS
7 Cornelius is cool about opposing philosophies leading to conflict (9,6) COLLISION COURSE
8 Aim at goal (6) TARGET
9 Telephone system popular company installed in Trinity, for example (8) INTERCOM
15 Joker, male, is seen on Baghdad river (9) MISTIGRIS
16 Canine with us, barking – a pest (8)NUISANCE
17 Leader to go ashore in cape (8) HEADLAND
19 I, about to step over frozen summit (6)
21 Heading off, yellow and black bird (5)
23 Dove flying over northern county (5)

[pavalamani pragasam]

ACROSS
1 Bad blood shown by heartless opponent about it (6) ENMITY
4 Smart to disconnect after energy conserved by family (5-3) CLEAN-CUT
10 Arms race participant? (9) GUNRUNNER
11 Agricultural machine the Parisian kept in farm building, briefly (5) BALER
12 Graceful Ragdoll is so meek inside (7) LISSOME
13 Special phone link may cause heated row (7)HOTLINE
14 I consume poison – terrible illness results (14) PNEUMOCONIOSIS
18 Complaint in sheikdom, unease spreading (10,4) HOUSEMAIDS KNEE
20 Dismiss teller (7)CASHIER
22 Robot in Dr No novel brought in to help (7) ANDROID
24 I must sit in cleaner seat (5) CHAIR
25 Smart having line deleted in travel document? The other way round (4,5) VICE VERSA
26 At Naples? That may be nice (8)PLEASANT
27 Popular act? Certainly (6) INDEED

DOWN
1 For example, loses one’s composure after last of strong drinks (3,5) EGG FLIPS
2 Clergyman, old fellow, to tell government member (8,2,5) MINISTER OF STATE
3 Organised tour taking in centre of early market town (5) TURRO
5 Feature of spectacular Christmas tree (5) LARCH
6 Bird in brass - a lot manufactured (9)ALBATROSS
7 Cornelius is cool about opposing philosophies leading to conflict (9,6) COLLISION COURSE
8 Aim at goal (6) TARGET
9 Telephone system popular company installed in Trinity, for example (8) INTERCOM
15 Joker, male, is seen on Baghdad river (9) MISTIGRIS
16 Canine with us, barking – a pest (8)NUISANCE
17 Leader to go ashore in cape (8) HEADLAND
19 I, about to step over frozen summit (6)ICECAP
21 Heading off, yellow and black bird (5)RAVEN
23 Dove flying over northern county (5)DEVON

:clap::clap::clap: Good!

[deepakgita]

ACROSS
8 Chop hard wood (4)
9 Agree with hesitation to acquire one association (10)
10 One complaining about her win (6)
11 Opening to lure party with gold (4,4)
12 Drape, ill designed having columns (8)
14 International criminal, one caught showing cult status (6)
16 Jewish month where chief of rabbis follows a lawyer (4)
17 Deep low sounds of oriental antler (5)
18 Entranced by royal apartment (4)
19 Musical instrument’s representation on the radio (6)
21 Puritan at national church showing discretion (8)
23 Fish straying away (8)
26 Malicious horse that destroyed 24? (6)
27 Blood source of peculiar brown mare (4,6)
28 Man for one, is extremely lithe (4)

DOWN
1 Period when one has a braiding problem? (3,4,3) BAD HAIR DAY
2 Merchant, wicked one, smuggling heroin - extremely risky (8) CHANDLER
3 Statistician to scratch roster's head (6) SCORER
4 Back Nottingham to hold tie (4) KNOT
5 Explosive oval tile destroyed (8) VOLATILE
6 Detailed review on moon at workshop (6)
7 Martial art from Japan, for all to see and execute (4)
13 Daughter, broke returning to slump (5)
15 Faultless clip became wild (10)
17 Abuse, beat up doctor (8)
18 Persuasive speech by royal ambassador to essentially attract independent chapter (8)
20 Standard to prevent nuclear energy radiation for starters (6)
22 Indian state's final act to keep residential area (6)
24 Conservative politician, right to move up in ancient city (4)
25 Flip segment of nylon-rayon thread (4)

Grid at http://www.thehindu.com/todays-paper/tp-miscellaneous/the-hindu-crossword-11015/article5715518.ece

[sandhya.p61]

ACROSS
8 Chop hard wood (4)
9 Agree with hesitation to acquire one association (10)CONSORTIUM
10 One complaining about her win (6)
11 Opening to lure party with gold (4,4) TRAP DOOR
12 Drape, ill designed having columns (8)
14 International criminal, one caught showing cult status (6)
16 Jewish month where chief of rabbis follows a lawyer (4)
17 Deep low sounds of oriental antler (5)
18 Entranced by royal apartment (4)
19 Musical instrument’s representation on the radio (6)
21 Puritan at national church showing discretion (8) PRUDENCE
23 Fish straying away (8)
26 Malicious horse that destroyed 24? (6) TROJAN
27 Blood source of peculiar brown mare (4,6) BONE MARROW
28 Man for one, is extremely lithe (4)

DOWN
1 Period when one has a braiding problem? (3,4,3) BAD HAIR DAY
2 Merchant, wicked one, smuggling heroin - extremely risky (8) CHANDLER
3 Statistician to scratch roster's head (6) SCORER
4 Back Nottingham to hold tie (4) KNOT
5 Explosive oval tile destroyed (8) VOLATILE
6 Detailed review on moon at workshop (6)
7 Martial art from Japan, for all to see and execute (4)
13 Daughter, broke returning to slump (5)
15 Faultless clip became wild (10)
17 Abuse, beat up doctor (8)
18 Persuasive speech by royal ambassador to essentially attract independent chapter (8)
20 Standard to prevent nuclear energy radiation for starters (6)
22 Indian state's final act to keep residential area (6)
24 Conservative politician, right to move up in ancient city (4)
25 Flip segment of nylon-rayon thread (4)

[Russellbew]

ACROSS
8 Chop hard wood (4) HASH
9 Agree with hesitation to acquire one association (10)CONSORTIUM
10 One complaining about her win (6)
11 Opening to lure party with gold (4,4) TRAP DOOR
12 Drape, ill designed having columns (8) PILLARED
14 International criminal, one caught showing cult status (6) ICONIC
16 Jewish month where chief of rabbis follows a lawyer (4) ADAR
17 Deep low sounds of oriental antler (5)
18 Entranced by royal apartment (4)
19 Musical instrument’s representation on the radio (6)
21 Puritan at national church showing discretion (8) PRUDENCE
23 Fish straying away (8) STINGRAY
26 Malicious horse that destroyed 24? (6) TROJAN
27 Blood source of peculiar brown mare (4,6) BONE MARROW
28 Man for one, is extremely lithe (4)

DOWN
1 Period when one has a braiding problem? (3,4,3) BAD HAIR DAY
2 Merchant, wicked one, smuggling heroin - extremely risky (8) CHANDLER
3 Statistician to scratch roster's head (6) SCORER
4 Back Nottingham to hold tie (4) KNOT
5 Explosive oval tile destroyed (8) VOLATILE
6 Detailed review on moon at workshop (6)
7 Martial art from Japan, for all to see and execute (4)
13 Daughter, broke returning to slump (5)
15 Faultless clip became wild (10)
17 Abuse, beat up doctor (8)
18 Persuasive speech by royal ambassador to essentially attract independent chapter (8)
20 Standard to prevent nuclear energy radiation for starters (6)
22 Indian state's final act to keep residential area (6)
24 Conservative politician, right to move up in ancient city (4)
25 Flip segment of nylon-rayon thread (4)

[pavalamani pragasam]

ACROSS
8 Chop hard wood (4) HASH
9 Agree with hesitation to acquire one association (10)CONSORTIUM
10 One complaining about her win (6)WHINER
11 Opening to lure party with gold (4,4) TRAP DOOR
12 Drape, ill designed having columns (8) PILLARED
14 International criminal, one caught showing cult status (6) ICONIC
16 Jewish month where chief of rabbis follows a lawyer (4) ADAR
17 Deep low sounds of oriental antler (5)MOOSE
18 Entranced by royal apartment (4)RAPT
19 Musical instrument’s representation on the radio (6)CYMBAL
21 Puritan at national church showing discretion (8) PRUDENCE
23 Fish straying away (8) STINGRAY
26 Malicious horse that destroyed 24? (6) TROJAN
27 Blood source of peculiar brown mare (4,6) BONE MARROW
28 Man for one, is extremely lithe (4)ISLE

DOWN
1 Period when one has a braiding problem? (3,4,3) BAD HAIR DAY
2 Merchant, wicked one, smuggling heroin - extremely risky (8) CHANDLER
3 Statistician to scratch roster's head (6) SCORER
4 Back Nottingham to hold tie (4) KNOT
5 Explosive oval tile destroyed (8) VOLATILE
6 Detailed review on moon at workshop (6)STUDIO
7 Martial art from Japan, for all to see and execute (4)JUDO
13 Daughter, broke returning to slump (5)DROOP
15 Faultless clip became wild (10)IMPECCABLE
17 Abuse, beat up doctor (8)MALTREAT
18 Persuasive speech by royal ambassador to essentially attract independent chapter (8)RHETORIC
20 Standard to prevent nuclear energy radiation for starters (6)BANNER
22 Indian state's final act to keep residential area (6)UPTOWN
24 Conservative politician, right to move up in ancient city (4)TROY
25 Flip segment of nylon-rayon thread (4)YARN

:clap::clap::clap: Very good!

[deepakgita]

ACROSS
6 Busy and need to work in silence? Quite the opposite (7) ENGAGED
7 Movie I’d heard about (3,4) DIE HARD
9 Flip a big rock squeezing a dog (5) CORGI
10 Unaware of boiling hot tea, drink (2,3,4) IN THE DARK
11 Lead added in manufacturing plant (7) POTHERB
13 Layers of pastry separating when it’s all flipped (6)
15 Many scandals breaking out, one arrested in popular tax haven (6,7)
19 America has alternative fuel that’s effective (6)
20 Upheaval in Rome stopped, according to top leader (7)
23 Can time spent in therapies provide solutions? (9)
24 Give something extra (5)
26 Anchor’s partner returning home bored (7)
27 Loaded with work, mostly with no time for food! (7)

DOWN
1 Extract of algae found in Niagara (4)
2 Light and soft coal left out of the mix (6)
3 Exercising freedom of speech? (2-7)
4 Disorder developed by people entering a diet program (8)
5 Lizard inside dark emergency room left a guy disturbed (10)
6 Avoid leakage (6)
7 Occasion to go out with one's partner (4)
8 Boy comes back to abruptly interrupt farewell statement (6)
12 Bad-natured individual basically working for an association (5,5)
14 Abuse when being interrupted by one (9)
16 Mass critical about poll starting late (8)
17 Form of copper most toxic (6)
18 Familiarise with countries in the far-east, say (6)
21 Animal's posture, for the most part, a problem (6)
22 Prison run inside large vessel (4)
25 One getting chance to help (4)

[sandhya.p61]

ACROSS
6 Busy and need to work in silence? Quite the opposite (7) ENGAGED
7 Movie I’d heard about (3,4) DIE HARD
9 Flip a big rock squeezing a dog (5) CORGI
10 Unaware of boiling hot tea, drink (2,3,4) IN THE DARK
11 Lead added in manufacturing plant (7) POTHERB
13 Layers of pastry separating when it’s all flipped (6)
15 Many scandals breaking out, one arrested in popular tax haven (6,7) CAYMAN ISLANDS
19 America has alternative fuel that’s effective (6)
20 Upheaval in Rome stopped, according to top leader (7)
23 Can time spent in therapies provide solutions? (9)
24 Give something extra (5)
26 Anchor’s partner returning home bored (7)
27 Loaded with work, mostly with no time for food! (7)

DOWN
1 Extract of algae found in Niagara (4)
2 Light and soft coal left out of the mix (6)
3 Exercising freedom of speech? (2-7) AD-LIBBING
4 Disorder developed by people entering a diet program (8)
5 Lizard inside dark emergency room left a guy disturbed (10) SALAMANDAR
6 Avoid leakage (6)
7 Occasion to go out with one's partner (4)
8 Boy comes back to abruptly interrupt farewell statement (6)DIKTAT
12 Bad-natured individual basically working for an association (5,5) TRADE UNION
14 Abuse when being interrupted by one (9)
16 Mass critical about poll starting late (8)
17 Form of copper most toxic (6)
18 Familiarise with countries in the far-east, say (6)
21 Animal's posture, for the most part, a problem (6)
22 Prison run inside large vessel (4)
25 One getting chance to help (4)

[pavalamani pragasam]

ACROSS
6 Busy and need to work in silence? Quite the opposite (7) ENGAGED
7 Movie I’d heard about (3,4) DIE HARD
9 Flip a big rock squeezing a dog (5) CORGI
10 Unaware of boiling hot tea, drink (2,3,4) IN THE DARK
11 Lead added in manufacturing plant (7) POTHERB
13 Layers of pastry separating when it’s all flipped (6)STRATA
15 Many scandals breaking out, one arrested in popular tax haven (6,7) CAYMAN ISLANDS
19 America has alternative fuel that’s effective (6)
20 Upheaval in Rome stopped, according to top leader (7)
23 Can time spent in therapies provide solutions? (9)
24 Give something extra (5)
26 Anchor’s partner returning home bored (7)
27 Loaded with work, mostly with no time for food! (7)

DOWN
1 Extract of algae found in Niagara (4)AGAR
2 Light and soft coal left out of the mix (6)IGNITE
3 Exercising freedom of speech? (2-7) AD-LIBBING
4 Disorder developed by people entering a diet program (8)
5 Lizard inside dark emergency room left a guy disturbed (10) SALAMANDAR
6 Avoid leakage (6)ESCAPE
7 Occasion to go out with one's partner (4)DATE
8 Boy comes back to abruptly interrupt farewell statement (6)DIKTAT
12 Bad-natured individual basically working for an association (5,5) TRADE UNION
14 Abuse when being interrupted by one (9)
16 Mass critical about poll starting late (8)
17 Form of copper most toxic (6)
18 Familiarise with countries in the far-east, say (6)
21 Animal's posture, for the most part, a problem (6)
22 Prison run inside large vessel (4)
25 One getting chance to help (4)

[Russellbew]

ACROSS
6 Busy and need to work in silence? Quite the opposite (7) ENGAGED
7 Movie I’d heard about (3,4) DIE HARD
9 Flip a big rock squeezing a dog (5) CORGI
10 Unaware of boiling hot tea, drink (2,3,4) IN THE DARK
11 Lead added in manufacturing plant (7) POTHERB
13 Layers of pastry separating when it’s all flipped (6)STRATA
15 Many scandals breaking out, one arrested in popular tax haven (6,7) CAYMAN ISLANDS
19 America has alternative fuel that’s effective (6) USEFUL
20 Upheaval in Rome stopped, according to top leader (7)
23 Can time spent in therapies provide solutions? (9)
24 Give something extra (5) SPARE
26 Anchor’s partner returning home bored (7)
27 Loaded with work, mostly with no time for food! (7)

DOWN
1 Extract of algae found in Niagara (4)AGAR
2 Light and soft coal left out of the mix (6)IGNITE
3 Exercising freedom of speech? (2-7) AD-LIBBING
4 Disorder developed by people entering a diet program (8)
5 Lizard inside dark emergency room left a guy disturbed (10) SALAMANDAR
6 Avoid leakage (6)ESCAPE
7 Occasion to go out with one's partner (4)DATE
8 Boy comes back to abruptly interrupt farewell statement (6)DIKTAT
12 Bad-natured individual basically working for an association (5,5) TRADE UNION
14 Abuse when being interrupted by one (9)
16 Mass critical about poll starting late (8)
17 Form of copper most toxic (6) CUSTOM
18 Familiarise with countries in the far-east, say (6)
21 Animal's posture, for the most part, a problem (6)
22 Prison run inside large vessel (4) BRIG
25 One getting chance to help (4) ABET

[pavalamani pragasam]

ACROSS
6 Busy and need to work in silence? Quite the opposite (7) ENGAGED
7 Movie I’d heard about (3,4) DIE HARD
9 Flip a big rock squeezing a dog (5) CORGI
10 Unaware of boiling hot tea, drink (2,3,4) IN THE DARK
11 Lead added in manufacturing plant (7) POTHERB
13 Layers of pastry separating when it’s all flipped (6)STRATA
15 Many scandals breaking out, one arrested in popular tax haven (6,7) CAYMAN ISLANDS
19 America has alternative fuel that’s effective (6) USEFUL
20 Upheaval in Rome stopped, according to top leader (7)EMPEROR
23 Can time spent in therapies provide solutions? (9)TINCTURES
24 Give something extra (5) SPARE
26 Anchor’s partner returning home bored (7)MOORING
27 Loaded with work, mostly with no time for food! (7)OPULENT

DOWN
1 Extract of algae found in Niagara (4)AGAR
2 Light and soft coal left out of the mix (6)IGNITE
3 Exercising freedom of speech? (2-7) AD-LIBBING
4 Disorder developed by people entering a diet program (8)DEMENTIA
5 Lizard inside dark emergency room left a guy disturbed (10) SALAMANDAR
6 Avoid leakage (6)ESCAPE
7 Occasion to go out with one's partner (4)DATE
8 Boy comes back to abruptly interrupt farewell statement (6)DIKTAT
12 Bad-natured individual basically working for an association (5,5) TRADE UNION
14 Abuse when being interrupted by one (9)ASPERSION
16 Mass critical about poll starting late (8)MOUNTAIN
17 Form of copper most toxic (6) CUSTOM
18 Familiarise with countries in the far-east, say (6)ORIENT
21 Animal's posture, for the most part, a problem (6)POSSUM
22 Prison run inside large vessel (4) BRIG
25 One getting chance to help (4) ABET

:clap::clap::clap: Very good!

[deepakgita]

Across
1 Paintings made initially on mountain range (6)
4 Blueprints are drawings? (6)
9 Inland letters from Caucasian (4)
10 China’s mysterious pearl coins (10)
11 Skirt perhaps in good condition (6)
12 Heave heartless bird into temple (8)
13 Take a dig at second-rate photograph (5,4)
15 Deadly for the obese to return from Los Angeles (5)
16 End of box almost covered by painting (5)
18 Army man slipped and fell (9)
22 Made chat with pita or Indian bread? (8)
23 Seizes first of grandmother’s files (6)
25 Melt one lab to make corrosion-resistant substance (5,5)
26 Therefore, ruffians lose the first game (4)
27 Hitler’s police captures former Wimbledon champion, belts him (6)
28 Presumed love, sighed (6)

Down
1 The saviour’s (Maradona’s) heir apparent is back? Ha! (7)
2 One sheltered from tirade is mirthful (5)
3 Orchid, first two lilacs at European capital (7)
5 Lamenting verdict that replaces first lady with European leader (6)
6 Superhero’s light is a photographic aid (5,4)
7 Zulu healer crooned with love for mother (7)
8 Typo costs girl, misleads decoders (13)
14 A harvest sent up tower at Greek citadel (9)
17 Bee almost foots the profits (7)
19 Run away from undergarment of fielder? (3,4)
20 Comment on the former currency (7)
21 Block enclosure with most men who protect Indian leader (6)
24 Pursue activity even after loss of one (3,2)

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[sandhya.p61]

Across
1 Paintings made initially on mountain range (6)
4 Blueprints are drawings? (6)
9 Inland letters from Caucasian (4)
10 China’s mysterious pearl coins (10)
11 Skirt perhaps in good condition (6)
12 Heave heartless bird into temple (8) PANTHEON
13 Take a dig at second-rate photograph (5,4) CHEAP SHOT
15 Deadly for the obese to return from Los Angeles (5)
16 End of box almost covered by painting (5)
18 Army man slipped and fell (9)COLLAPSED
22 Made chat with pita or Indian bread? (8)
23 Seizes first of grandmother’s files (6)
25 Melt one lab to make corrosion-resistant substance (5,5)
26 Therefore, ruffians lose the first game (4)
27 Hitler’s police captures former Wimbledon champion, belts him (6)
28 Presumed love, sighed (6)

Down
1 The saviour’s (Maradona’s) heir apparent is back? Ha! (7) MESSIAH
2 One sheltered from tirade is mirthful (5)
3 Orchid, first two lilacs at European capital (7)
5 Lamenting verdict that replaces first lady with European leader (6)
6 Superhero’s light is a photographic aid (5,4)
7 Zulu healer crooned with love for mother (7)
8 Typo costs girl, misleads decoders (13)
14 A harvest sent up tower at Greek citadel (9) ACROPOLIS
17 Bee almost foots the profits (7)
19 Run away from undergarment of fielder? (3,4)
20 Comment on the former currency (7)
21 Block enclosure with most men who protect Indian leader (6)
24 Pursue activity even after loss of one (3,2)

[deepakgita]

Across
1 Paintings made initially on mountain range (6)MURALS
4 Blueprints are drawings? (6) DRAFTS
9 Inland letters from Caucasian (4) ASIA
10 China’s mysterious pearl coins (10) PORCELAINS
11 Skirt perhaps in good condition (6) KILTER
12 Heave heartless bird into temple (8) PANTHEON
13 Take a dig at second-rate photograph (5,4) CHEAP SHOT
15 Deadly for the obese to return from Los Angeles (5)
16 End of box almost covered by painting (5)
18 Army man slipped and fell (9)COLLAPSED
22 Made chat with pita or Indian bread? (8)
23 Seizes first of grandmother’s files (6)
25 Melt one lab to make corrosion-resistant substance (5,5)
26 Therefore, ruffians lose the first game (4)
27 Hitler’s police captures former Wimbledon champion, belts him (6)
28 Presumed love, sighed (6)

Down
1 The saviour’s (Maradona’s) heir apparent is back? Ha! (7) MESSIAH
2 One sheltered from tirade is mirthful (5)
3 Orchid, first two lilacs at European capital (7)
5 Lamenting verdict that replaces first lady with European leader (6)
6 Superhero’s light is a photographic aid (5,4)
7 Zulu healer crooned with love for mother (7)
8 Typo costs girl, misleads decoders (13)
14 A harvest sent up tower at Greek citadel (9) ACROPOLIS
17 Bee almost foots the profits (7)
19 Run away from undergarment of fielder? (3,4)
20 Comment on the former currency (7)
21 Block enclosure with most men who protect Indian leader (6)
24 Pursue activity even after loss of one (3,2)