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

[sandhya.p61]

INDEPENDENCE DAY GREETINGS

Across
1 Initially, was this place a fight’s location? (11) WHEREABOUTS
9 Eat with railway official in small room (7) DINETTE
10 Come forward with headless puppets that are broken (4,2) STEP UP
11 Trap, in the near future, returning Oriental (5) NOOSE
12 Emergency Room antic, somehow, is inevitable (7) CERTAIN
15 Cut off the head, provoke with effortlessness (4) EASE
16 Notice official’s conduct (10) ADMINISTER
18 The haughty, injected with leading vaccine, unmoved (10) IMPERVIOUS
20 Once more, lose a yield (4)
23 Disagrees with, but achieves always (7)
24 Tree lanky, at first, to bend (5)
26 Western Indian dish in new style (6)
27 Overuse edited bodies of work (7)
28 Embodied by individual — one learner — who left meadow (11) PERSONIFIED

Down
2 Dictator left out for leading hero at this place (6) HITHER
3 Look back, stare, stumble! (4)
4 Self-disciplined sailor, wise man, return to me promissory notes (10) ABSTEMIOUS
5 Excessively cut visible edge (8) OVERTRIM
6 Well-organized tutors receive one globetrotter (7)
7 I’m trained to cook temporarily (2,7)
8 Associations pushing son to the end at concert (6)
13 Respect Indian man’s share (10) ADMIRATION
14 Estate is protected by, at first, federally enforceable warrant (9)
17 Renegades lose second leg, destroyed by bombs (8) GRENADES
19 Public Relations by disoriented alien for candy? (7) PRALINE
21 Gold in atmosphere at dawn (6)
22 Condition for creator to protect first liberty (6)
25 Game where, initially, gentlemen only, ladies forbidden (4)

[pavalamani pragasam]

INDEPENDENCE DAY GREETINGS

Across
1 Initially, was this place a fight’s location? (11) WHEREABOUTS
9 Eat with railway official in small room (7) DINETTE
10 Come forward with headless puppets that are broken (4,2) STEP UP
11 Trap, in the near future, returning Oriental (5) NOOSE
12 Emergency Room antic, somehow, is inevitable (7) CERTAIN
15 Cut off the head, provoke with effortlessness (4) EASE
16 Notice official’s conduct (10) ADMINISTER
18 The haughty, injected with leading vaccine, unmoved (10) IMPERVIOUS
20 Once more, lose a yield (4)
23 Disagrees with, but achieves always (7)
24 Tree lanky, at first, to bend (5)
26 Western Indian dish in new style (6)
27 Overuse edited bodies of work (7)
28 Embodied by individual — one learner — who left meadow (11) PERSONIFIED

Down
2 Dictator left out for leading hero at this place (6) HITHER
3 Look back, stare, stumble! (4)
4 Self-disciplined sailor, wise man, return to me promissory notes (10) ABSTEMIOUS
5 Excessively cut visible edge (8) OVERTRIM
6 Well-organized tutors receive one globetrotter (7)
7 I’m trained to cook temporarily (2,7)AD INTERIM
8 Associations pushing son to the end at concert (6)UNIONS
13 Respect Indian man’s share (10) ADMIRATION
14 Estate is protected by, at first, federally enforceable warrant (9)
17 Renegades lose second leg, destroyed by bombs (8) GRENADES
19 Public Relations by disoriented alien for candy? (7) PRALINE
21 Gold in atmosphere at dawn (6)AURORA
22 Condition for creator to protect first liberty (6)CLAUSE
25 Game where, initially, gentlemen only, ladies forbidden (4)GOLF

[pavalamani pragasam]

INDEPENDENCE DAY GREETINGS

Across
1 Initially, was this place a fight’s location? (11) WHEREABOUTS
9 Eat with railway official in small room (7) DINETTE
10 Come forward with headless puppets that are broken (4,2) STEP UP
11 Trap, in the near future, returning Oriental (5) NOOSE
12 Emergency Room antic, somehow, is inevitable (7) CERTAIN
15 Cut off the head, provoke with effortlessness (4) EASE
16 Notice official’s conduct (10) ADMINISTER
18 The haughty, injected with leading vaccine, unmoved (10) IMPERVIOUS
20 Once more, lose a yield (4)GAIN
23 Disagrees with, but achieves always (7)GAINSAY
24 Tree lanky, at first, to bend (5)LARCH
26 Western Indian dish in new style (6)SINDHI
27 Overuse edited bodies of work (7)OEUVRES
28 Embodied by individual — one learner — who left meadow (11) PERSONIFIED

Down
2 Dictator left out for leading hero at this place (6) HITHER
3 Look back, stare, stumble! (4)REEL
4 Self-disciplined sailor, wise man, return to me promissory notes (10) ABSTEMIOUS
5 Excessively cut visible edge (8) OVERTRIM
6 Well-organized tutors receive one globetrotter (7)TOURIST
7 I’m trained to cook temporarily (2,7)AD INTERIM
8 Associations pushing son to the end at concert (6)UNIONS
13 Respect Indian man’s share (10) ADMIRATION
14 Estate is protected by, at first, federally enforceable warrant (9)FRANCHISE
17 Renegades lose second leg, destroyed by bombs (8) GRENADES
19 Public Relations by disoriented alien for candy? (7) PRALINE
21 Gold in atmosphere at dawn (6)AURORA
22 Condition for creator to protect first liberty (6)CLAUSE
25 Game where, initially, gentlemen only, ladies forbidden (4)GOLF

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

[deepakgita]

Across
1 Sign in front of camera in broadcast is poor (7)
5 Noah’s arranged new start for animals, getting cry of praise (7)
9 Reportedly studies water plants (5)
10 Game and drink after hard work (9)
11 One absorbed by weird topic has to be a nut (9)
12 Projection in line with advantage (5)
13 Unfolded letter, learning about a tense relationship (7,8) ETERNAL TRIANGLE
16 Idol, notice, following heart, frequently extreme? Far from it (6-2-3-4) MIDDLE-OF-THE-ROAD
18 Metallic sound in futuristic language (5) CLANG
20 Group of players in short race out of shape (9) ORCHESTRA
22 Dancer having left Ireland settled in Welsh town (9) BALLERINA
23 Brave saint no longer in prison (5)
24 Unknown vessel with hundred captured by alien being wiped out (7)
25 Little in note about primate (7)


Down
1 Collapse, losing heart after second doubt (7)
2 Finished dispatch admitting pressure and excessive outlay (9)
3 Food made from dough by middle of day (5)
4 One caring for eyes unaccustomed to Soho lamplight (15)
5 Funny actor, one with company in trendy way giving promise of ethical treatment (11,4)
6 Predicament, having no pence in store for time off when ill (4,5)
7 Famous end to novel (5)
8 Complete account on busy place filled with energy (7)
14 Colour, for example, about to be found in fresh linen (4,5) (9)
15 Presenter, tousled initially in dress, deserted place (5,4)
16 Vehicle’s driven into horse? Ghastly (7)
17 Selected for service, composed (7)
19 Dispense completely with part of Bible (5)
21 Be gloomy, upset about small location of course (5)


Grid at http://www.thehindu.com/features/magazine/the-sunday-crossword/article7540618.ece

[Russellbew]

Across
1 Sign in front of camera in broadcast is poor (7) SCORPIO
5 Noah’s arranged new start for animals, getting cry of praise (7) HOSANNA
9 Reportedly studies water plants (5) REEDS
10 Game and drink after hard work (9)
11 One absorbed by weird topic has to be a nut (9) PISTACHIO
12 Projection in line with advantage (5)
13 Unfolded letter, learning about a tense relationship (7,8) ETERNAL TRIANGLE
16 Idol, notice, following heart, frequently extreme? Far from it (6-2-3-4) MIDDLE-OF-THE-ROAD
18 Metallic sound in futuristic language (5) CLANG
20 Group of players in short race out of shape (9) ORCHESTRA
22 Dancer having left Ireland settled in Welsh town (9) BALLERINA
23 Brave saint no longer in prison (5) STOUT
24 Unknown vessel with hundred captured by alien being wiped out (7)
25 Little in note about primate (7)


Down
1 Collapse, losing heart after second doubt (7)
2 Finished dispatch admitting pressure and excessive outlay (9)
3 Food made from dough by middle of day (5)
4 One caring for eyes unaccustomed to Soho lamplight (15)
5 Funny actor, one with company in trendy way giving promise of ethical treatment (11,4)
6 Predicament, having no pence in store for time off when ill (4,5)
7 Famous end to novel (5)
8 Complete account on busy place filled with energy (7)
14 Colour, for example, about to be found in fresh linen (4,5) (9)
15 Presenter, tousled initially in dress, deserted place (5,4)
16 Vehicle’s driven into horse? Ghastly (7)
17 Selected for service, composed (7)
19 Dispense completely with part of Bible (5)
21 Be gloomy, upset about small location of course (5)

[sandhya.p61]

Across
1 Sign in front of camera in broadcast is poor (7) SCORPIO
5 Noah’s arranged new start for animals, getting cry of praise (7) HOSANNA
9 Reportedly studies water plants (5) REEDS
10 Game and drink after hard work (9) HOPSCOTCH
11 One absorbed by weird topic has to be a nut (9) PISTACHIO
12 Projection in line with advantage (5)
13 Unfolded letter, learning about a tense relationship (7,8) ETERNAL TRIANGLE
16 Idol, notice, following heart, frequently extreme? Far from it (6-2-3-4) MIDDLE-OF-THE-ROAD
18 Metallic sound in futuristic language (5) CLANG
20 Group of players in short race out of shape (9) ORCHESTRA
22 Dancer having left Ireland settled in Welsh town (9) BALLERINA
23 Brave saint no longer in prison (5) STOUT
24 Unknown vessel with hundred captured by alien being wiped out (7)
25 Little in note about primate (7)


Down
1 Collapse, losing heart after second doubt (7)
2 Finished dispatch admitting pressure and excessive outlay (9)
3 Food made from dough by middle of day (5)
4 One caring for eyes unaccustomed to Soho lamplight (15)
5 Funny actor, one with company in trendy way giving promise of ethical treatment (11,4) HIPPOCRATIC OATH
6 Predicament, having no pence in store for time off when ill (4,5) SICK LEAVE
7 Famous end to novel (5)
8 Complete account on busy place filled with energy (7)
14 Colour, for example, about to be found in fresh linen (4,5) (9)
15 Presenter, tousled initially in dress, deserted place (5,4) GHOST TOWN
16 Vehicle’s driven into horse? Ghastly (7) MACABRE
17 Selected for service, composed (7)
19 Dispense completely with part of Bible (5)
21 Be gloomy, upset about small location of course (5)

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
1 Sign in front of camera in broadcast is poor (7) SCORPIO
5 Noah’s arranged new start for animals, getting cry of praise (7) HOSANNA
9 Reportedly studies water plants (5) REEDS
10 Game and drink after hard work (9) HOPSCOTCH
11 One absorbed by weird topic has to be a nut (9) PISTACHIO
12 Projection in line with advantage (5)
13 Unfolded letter, learning about a tense relationship (7,8) ETERNAL TRIANGLE
16 Idol, notice, following heart, frequently extreme? Far from it (6-2-3-4) MIDDLE-OF-THE-ROAD
18 Metallic sound in futuristic language (5) CLANG
20 Group of players in short race out of shape (9) ORCHESTRA
22 Dancer having left Ireland settled in Welsh town (9) BALLERINA
23 Brave saint no longer in prison (5) STOUT
24 Unknown vessel with hundred captured by alien being wiped out (7)
25 Little in note about primate (7)


Down
1 Collapse, losing heart after second doubt (7)SCRUPLE
2 Finished dispatch admitting pressure and excessive outlay (9)
3 Food made from dough by middle of day (5)PASTA
4 One caring for eyes unaccustomed to Soho lamplight (15)OPTHALMOLOGIST
5 Funny actor, one with company in trendy way giving promise of ethical treatment (11,4) HIPPOCRATIC OATH
6 Predicament, having no pence in store for time off when ill (4,5) SICK LEAVE
7 Famous end to novel (5)
8 Complete account on busy place filled with energy (7)
14 Colour, for example, about to be found in fresh linen (4,5) (9)
15 Presenter, tousled initially in dress, deserted place (5,4) GHOST TOWN
16 Vehicle’s driven into horse? Ghastly (7) MACABRE
17 Selected for service, composed (7)DRAFTED
19 Dispense completely with part of Bible (5)ALLOT
21 Be gloomy, upset about small location of course (5)

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
1 Sign in front of camera in broadcast is poor (7) SCORPIO
5 Noah’s arranged new start for animals, getting cry of praise (7) HOSANNA
9 Reportedly studies water plants (5) REEDS
10 Game and drink after hard work (9) HOPSCOTCH
11 One absorbed by weird topic has to be a nut (9) PISTACHIO
12 Projection in line with advantage (5)LEDGE
13 Unfolded letter, learning about a tense relationship (7,8) ETERNAL TRIANGLE
16 Idol, notice, following heart, frequently extreme? Far from it (6-2-3-4) MIDDLE-OF-THE-ROAD
18 Metallic sound in futuristic language (5) CLANG
20 Group of players in short race out of shape (9) ORCHESTRA
22 Dancer having left Ireland settled in Welsh town (9) BALLERINA
23 Brave saint no longer in prison (5) STOUT
24 Unknown vessel with hundred captured by alien being wiped out (7)EXTINCT
25 Little in note about primate (7)HOMINID


Down
1 Collapse, losing heart after second doubt (7)SCRUPLE
2 Finished dispatch admitting pressure and excessive outlay (9)OVERSPEND
3 Food made from dough by middle of day (5)PASTA
4 One caring for eyes unaccustomed to Soho lamplight (15)OPTHALMOLOGIST
5 Funny actor, one with company in trendy way giving promise of ethical treatment (11,4) HIPPOCRATIC OATH
6 Predicament, having no pence in store for time off when ill (4,5) SICK LEAVE
7 Famous end to novel (5)NOTED
8 Complete account on busy place filled with energy (7)ACHIEVE
14 Colour, for example, about to be found in fresh linen (4,5) (9) NILEGREEN
15 Presenter, tousled initially in dress, deserted place (5,4) GHOST TOWN
16 Vehicle’s driven into horse? Ghastly (7) MACABRE
17 Selected for service, composed (7)DRAFTED
19 Dispense completely with part of Bible (5)ALLOT
21 Be gloomy, upset about small location of course (5)EPSOM

:clap::clap::clap: Good!

[Joshuaceada]

Sunnet

Across
1 Pumps planet's hydrogen to the top (6)
4 Wind to break malfunctioning stopper (3,5)
10 Picked up every trick that became a big hit (5,4)
11 Nitrogen is compressed and expanded here (5)
12 Suck up to a vacuous dandy (5)
13 City Union enters vehicle insurance (9)
14 It is hard in the end. I am on defibrillator (7)
16 Direction to behead animal (4)
19 Maybe America's water has Sulphur (4)
21 Polish opponents go after penalties (7)
24 Reuse and appreciate article put out by mutual fund house (9)
25 Dig esplanade that lacks style (5)
26 Errors can be dug out by this process (5)
27 Unique dual queen combination in the U.S. (9)
28 Continental trip on a rupee (8)
29 Cover daily's party (6)

Down
1 Big change around a climax (4,4)
2 Thickening agent is a fish again (4-4)
3 Struck 12 now (5)
5 Big message on civility (7)
6 Poet is perhaps Kingsley's sweetheart 'n heir (3,6)
7 I have to chase a bishop to succeed (6)
8 Urge Rex to push out Bob from old entertainer (6)
9 Kept taking some lozenges and worked very hard (6)
15 Liberal and upcoming Italian composer is speaking candidly (7,2)
17 Attacked a ship that's distressed (8)
18 Back of French guitar (8)
20 State tour to Uran is curtailed (7)
21 Hint of an antenna (6)
22 Tailors big red tie (6)
23 Masseur is right next to the clumsy person scratching his head (6)
25 A point for developing nations (5)

GRID (https://goo.gl/photos/HSkPrhPDRAnWd92WA)

[sandhya.p61]

Across
1 Pumps planet's hydrogen to the top (6)
4 Wind to break malfunctioning stopper (3,5) AIR BRAKE
10 Picked up every trick that became a big hit (5,4)
11 Nitrogen is compressed and expanded here (5)
12 Suck up to a vacuous dandy (5)
13 City Union enters vehicle insurance (9) VANCOUVER
14 It is hard in the end. I am on defibrillator (7)
16 Direction to behead animal (4)
19 Maybe America's water has Sulphur (4)
21 Polish opponents go after penalties (7) FINESSE
24 Reuse and appreciate article put out by mutual fund house (9)
25 Dig esplanade that lacks style (5)
26 Errors can be dug out by this process (5)
27 Unique dual queen combination in the U.S. (9)
28 Continental trip on a rupee (8)
29 Cover daily's party (6)

Down
1 Big change around a climax (4,4)
2 Thickening agent is a fish again (4-4)
3 Struck 12 now (5)
5 Big message on civility (7)
6 Poet is perhaps Kingsley's sweetheart 'n heir (3,6) BEN JONSON
7 I have to chase a bishop to succeed (6)
8 Urge Rex to push out Bob from old entertainer (6) EXHORT
9 Kept taking some lozenges and worked very hard (6)
15 Liberal and upcoming Italian composer is speaking candidly (7,2)
17 Attacked a ship that's distressed (8)
18 Back of French guitar (8)
20 State tour to Uran is curtailed (7)
21 Hint of an antenna (6)
22 Tailors big red tie (6)
23 Masseur is right next to the clumsy person scratching his head (6)
25 A point for developing nations (5)

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
1 Pumps planet's hydrogen to the top (6)
4 Wind to break malfunctioning stopper (3,5) AIR BRAKE
10 Picked up every trick that became a big hit (5,4)
11 Nitrogen is compressed and expanded here (5)
12 Suck up to a vacuous dandy (5)
13 City Union enters vehicle insurance (9) VANCOUVER
14 It is hard in the end. I am on defibrillator (7)
16 Direction to behead animal (4)
19 Maybe America's water has Sulphur (4)
21 Polish opponents go after penalties (7) FINESSE
24 Reuse and appreciate article put out by mutual fund house (9)
25 Dig esplanade that lacks style (5)
26 Errors can be dug out by this process (5)
27 Unique dual queen combination in the U.S. (9)
28 Continental trip on a rupee (8)
29 Cover daily's party (6)

Down
1 Big change around a climax (4,4)HIGH TIDE
2 Thickening agent is a fish again (4-4)
3 Struck 12 now (5)
5 Big message on civility (7)
6 Poet is perhaps Kingsley's sweetheart 'n heir (3,6) BEN JONSON
7 I have to chase a bishop to succeed (6)
8 Urge Rex to push out Bob from old entertainer (6) EXHORT
9 Kept taking some lozenges and worked very hard (6)SLAVED
15 Liberal and upcoming Italian composer is speaking candidly (7,2)
17 Attacked a ship that's distressed (8)ASSAILED
18 Back of French guitar (8)
20 State tour to Uran is curtailed (7)
21 Hint of an antenna (6)FEELER
22 Tailors big red tie (6)BRIDGE
23 Masseur is right next to the clumsy person scratching his head (6)
25 A point for developing nations (5)

[Joshuaceada]

xChequer

Across
7 Lady without capacity to change with time (6)
8 Prisons, cops and robbers (8)
9 Income tax during previous year is the main issue (8)
10 Cold days preventing elderly getting sponged (6)
11 This pigeon sometimes nods? (5)
12 Imprison trainee (6)
14 Hypothetical big bang theory describing nothing at depth, hence getting ignored (5,2,3,5)
17 Instrument in my bag (6)
18 Guide one through scheme (5)
22 Letters getting torn in post office right away (6)
23 Detectives in a spot? That's sweet (4,4)
24 Wild rush characterised by Ecstasy (8)
25 Legendary setter's almost stupid (6)

Down
1 It's the solver's responsibility now (4,2,3)
2 A delight in securing key niche (6)
3 Scheduled to return and resign (5)
4 Distinct creed is developed over time (8)
5 Cool twist and turn in dance (8)
6 Artful dodger making grand exit with stranger (5)
8 Outrageous hype, belated hustling carries on (6,3,4)
13 Ore coming out is related to efficiency in operation (9)
15 Prison label or tag (8)
16 Donkey, hitched, gets bored (8)
19 Say charge to write in olden days (6)
20 Gas price framework for furnace (5)
21 Transparent coating close to epoxy (5)

GRID (https://goo.gl/photos/uBxA4P3yL5hKYvC58)

[deepakgita]

Across
7 Lady without capacity to change with time (6)
8 Prisons, cops and robbers (8)
9 Income tax during previous year is the main issue (8)
10 Cold days preventing elderly getting sponged (6)
11 This pigeon sometimes nods? (5)
12 Imprison trainee (6)
14 Hypothetical big bang theory describing nothing at depth, hence getting ignored (5,2,3,5)
17 Instrument in my bag (6)
18 Guide one through scheme (5)
22 Letters getting torn in post office right away (6)
23 Detectives in a spot? That's sweet (4,4)
24 Wild rush characterised by Ecstasy (8)
25 Legendary setter's almost stupid (6)

Down
1 It's the solver's responsibility now (4,2,3) OVER TO YOU
2 A delight in securing key niche (6) ALCOVE
3 Scheduled to return and resign (5) DEMIT
4 Distinct creed is developed over time (8) DISCRETE
5 Cool twist and turn in dance (8)
6 Artful dodger making grand exit with stranger (5)
8 Outrageous hype, belated hustling carries on (6,3,4) BEYOND THE PALE
13 Ore coming out is related to efficiency in operation (9)
15 Prison label or tag (8)
16 Donkey, hitched, gets bored (8)
19 Say charge to write in olden days (6)
20 Gas price framework for furnace (5)
21 Transparent coating close to epoxy (5)

[sandhya.p61]

Across
7 Lady without capacity to change with time (6) EVOLVE
8 Prisons, cops and robbers (8) BRIGANDS
9 Income tax during previous year is the main issue (8) PRIORITY
10 Cold days preventing elderly getting sponged (6)
11 This pigeon sometimes nods? (5)
12 Imprison trainee (6) INTERN
14 Hypothetical big bang theory describing nothing at depth, hence getting ignored (5,2,3,5)
17 Instrument in my bag (6)
18 Guide one through scheme (5)
22 Letters getting torn in post office right away (6)
23 Detectives in a spot? That's sweet (4,4)
24 Wild rush characterised by Ecstasy (8)
25 Legendary setter's almost stupid (6)

Down
1 It's the solver's responsibility now (4,2,3) OVER TO YOU
2 A delight in securing key niche (6) ALCOVE
3 Scheduled to return and resign (5) DEMIT
4 Distinct creed is developed over time (8) DISCRETE
5 Cool twist and turn in dance (8)
6 Artful dodger making grand exit with stranger (5)
8 Outrageous hype, belated hustling carries on (6,3,4) BEYOND THE PALE
13 Ore coming out is related to efficiency in operation (9)
15 Prison label or tag (8)
16 Donkey, hitched, gets bored (8)
19 Say charge to write in olden days (6)
20 Gas price framework for furnace (5)
21 Transparent coating close to epoxy (5) FILMY

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
7 Lady without capacity to change with time (6) EVOLVE
8 Prisons, cops and robbers (8) BRIGANDS
9 Income tax during previous year is the main issue (8) PRIORITY
10 Cold days preventing elderly getting sponged (6)
11 This pigeon sometimes nods? (5)
12 Imprison trainee (6) INTERN
14 Hypothetical big bang theory describing nothing at depth, hence getting ignored (5,2,3,5)
17 Instrument in my bag (6)
18 Guide one through scheme (5)
22 Letters getting torn in post office right away (6)
23 Detectives in a spot? That's sweet (4,4)
24 Wild rush characterised by Ecstasy (8)STAMPEDE
25 Legendary setter's almost stupid (6)

Down
1 It's the solver's responsibility now (4,2,3) OVER TO YOU
2 A delight in securing key niche (6) ALCOVE
3 Scheduled to return and resign (5) DEMIT
4 Distinct creed is developed over time (8) DISCRETE
5 Cool twist and turn in dance (8)
6 Artful dodger making grand exit with stranger (5)ODDER
8 Outrageous hype, belated hustling carries on (6,3,4) BEYOND THE PALE
13 Ore coming out is related to efficiency in operation (9)ERGONOMIC
15 Prison label or tag (8)NICKNAME
16 Donkey, hitched, gets bored (8)
19 Say charge to write in olden days (6)
20 Gas price framework for furnace (5)GRATE
21 Transparent coating close to epoxy (5) FILMY

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
7 Lady without capacity to change with time (6) EVOLVE
8 Prisons, cops and robbers (8) BRIGANDS
9 Income tax during previous year is the main issue (8) PRIORITY
10 Cold days preventing elderly getting sponged (6)CADGED
11 This pigeon sometimes nods? (5)HOMER
12 Imprison trainee (6) INTERN
14 Hypothetical big bang theory describing nothing at depth, hence getting ignored (5,2,3,5)GOING BY THE BOARD
17 Instrument in my bag (6)CORNET
18 Guide one through scheme (5)PILOT
22 Letters getting torn in post office right away (6)PRONTO
23 Detectives in a spot? That's sweet (4,4)ACID DROP
24 Wild rush characterised by Ecstasy (8)STAMPEDE
25 Legendary setter's almost stupid (6)MYTHIC

Down
1 It's the solver's responsibility now (4,2,3) OVER TO YOU
2 A delight in securing key niche (6) ALCOVE
3 Scheduled to return and resign (5) DEMIT
4 Distinct creed is developed over time (8) DISCRETE
5 Cool twist and turn in dance (8)FANDANGO
6 Artful dodger making grand exit with stranger (5)ODDER
8 Outrageous hype, belated hustling carries on (6,3,4) BEYOND THE PALE
13 Ore coming out is related to efficiency in operation (9)ERGONOMIC
15 Prison label or tag (8)NICKNAME
16 Donkey, hitched, gets bored (8)BURROWED
19 Say charge to write in olden days (6)INDITE
20 Gas price framework for furnace (5)GRATE
21 Transparent coating close to epoxy (5) FILMY

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

[Joshuaceada]

xChequer

Across
7 Second childhood party gate crashed (6)
8 Leather tack for carpet (8)
9 Launch, missing bearing, able to drift on small swell (5-3)
10 International games played as doubles (6)
11 Bribery can be hard work (5)
12 Choose first class on return to earn miles with best conditions (6)
14 Do suppose a lemon's deviously conveyed! (4,7,1,3)
17 Bent to escape daughter planting kiss (6)
18 Instrument outlaw presented to sweetheart (5)
22 Makes harsh noises with angry looks when girl is born (6)
23 Very drained bucking a goddess of fate (8)
24 Hawker's rum a farce, Colonel's deprived of solace (8)
25 Venom from nearly all infesting vermin, say (6)

Down
1 Infallible Charlie's evidence (9)
2 Service provided in a compact range (6)
3 Bird that another one nests (5)
4 Dream of one working beyond reach (8)
5 Epic of Indian king filled with so-called worldly perception (8)
6 Sprinkle essence of herbs in jug (5)
8 Fairy tale films following publicity round book club (4,9)
13 Interim loan, ultimately expended in drink, awaiting legal settlement (3,6)
15 Hollow cement supports deviate dispersing energy, a beam can thus split (8)
16 Submissive love is a parting gift (8)
19 Good to grow fit following a reverse (6)
20 Pressure to head petition (5)
21 Body resistance comes through stature (5)

GRID (https://goo.gl/photos/uBxA4P3yL5hKYvC58)

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
7 Second childhood party gate crashed (6)
8 Leather tack for carpet (8)
9 Launch, missing bearing, able to drift on small swell (5-3)
10 International games played as doubles (6)
11 Bribery can be hard work (5)
12 Choose first class on return to earn miles with best conditions (6)
14 Do suppose a lemon's deviously conveyed! (4,7,1,3)
17 Bent to escape daughter planting kiss (6)
18 Instrument outlaw presented to sweetheart (5)
22 Makes harsh noises with angry looks when girl is born (6)
23 Very drained bucking a goddess of fate (8)
24 Hawker's rum a farce, Colonel's deprived of solace (8)
25 Venom from nearly all infesting vermin, say (6)

Down
1 Infallible Charlie's evidence (9)
2 Service provided in a compact range (6)
3 Bird that another one nests (5)
4 Dream of one working beyond reach (8)OPTIMISM
5 Epic of Indian king filled with so-called worldly perception (8)
6 Sprinkle essence of herbs in jug (5)
8 Fairy tale films following publicity round book club (4,9)
13 Interim loan, ultimately expended in drink, awaiting legal settlement (3,6)
15 Hollow cement supports deviate dispersing energy, a beam can thus split (8)
16 Submissive love is a parting gift (8)OBEISANT
19 Good to grow fit following a reverse (6)ARABLE
20 Pressure to head petition (5)PLEAD
21 Body resistance comes through stature (5)FRAME

[sandhya.p61]

Across
7 Second childhood party gate crashed (6) DOTAGE
8 Leather tack for carpet (8)
9 Launch, missing bearing, able to drift on small swell (5-3)
10 International games played as doubles (6)IMAGES
11 Bribery can be hard work (5) GRAFT
12 Choose first class on return to earn miles with best conditions (6)
14 Do suppose a lemon's deviously conveyed! (4,7,1,3)
17 Bent to escape daughter planting kiss (6)
18 Instrument outlaw presented to sweetheart (5)
22 Makes harsh noises with angry looks when girl is born (6)
23 Very drained bucking a goddess of fate (8) VERDANDI
24 Hawker's rum a farce, Colonel's deprived of solace (8)
25 Venom from nearly all infesting vermin, say (6)

Down
1 Infallible Charlie's evidence (9) FOOLPROOF
2 Service provided in a compact range (6)
3 Bird that another one nests (5)
4 Dream of one working beyond reach (8)OPTIMISM {AMBIT}{I}{ON}
5 Epic of Indian king filled with so-called worldly perception (8)
6 Sprinkle essence of herbs in jug (5)
8 Fairy tale films following publicity round book club (4,9)
13 Interim loan, ultimately expended in drink, awaiting legal settlement (3,6)
15 Hollow cement supports deviate dispersing energy, a beam can thus split (8)
16 Submissive love is a parting gift (8)OBEISANT
19 Good to grow fit following a reverse (6)ARABLE
20 Pressure to head petition (5)PLEAD
21 Body resistance comes through stature (5)FRAME

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
7 Second childhood party gate crashed (6) DOTAGE
8 Leather tack for carpet (8)LAMBASTE
9 Launch, missing bearing, able to drift on small swell (5-3)BLAST-OFF
10 International games played as doubles (6)IMAGES
11 Bribery can be hard work (5) GRAFT
12 Choose first class on return to earn miles with best conditions (6)OPTIMA
14 Do suppose a lemon's deviously conveyed! (4,7,1,3)SOLD SOMEONE A PUP
17 Bent to escape daughter planting kiss (6)FLEXED
18 Instrument outlaw presented to sweetheart (5)BANJO
22 Makes harsh noises with angry looks when girl is born (6)BLARES
23 Very drained bucking a goddess of fate (8) VERDANDI
24 Hawker's rum a farce, Colonel's deprived of solace (8)BALCONER
25 Venom from nearly all infesting vermin, say (6)MALICE

Down
1 Infallible Charlie's evidence (9) FOOLPROOF
2 Service provided in a compact range (6)MASSIF
3 Bird that another one nests (5)HERON
4 Dream of one working beyond reach (8)OPTIMISM {AMBIT}{I}{ON}
5 Epic of Indian king filled with so-called worldly perception (8)RAMAYANA
6 Sprinkle essence of herbs in jug (5)STREW
8 Fairy tale films following publicity round book club (4,9)LIFE PRESERVER
13 Interim loan, ultimately expended in drink, awaiting legal settlement (3,6)SUB JUDICE
15 Hollow cement supports deviate dispersing energy, a beam can thus split (8)DIFFRACT
16 Submissive love is a parting gift (8)OBEISANT
19 Good to grow fit following a reverse (6)ARABLE
20 Pressure to head petition (5)PLEAD
21 Body resistance comes through stature (5)FRAME

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

[Joshuaceada]

The Phantom

Across
1 Memorial built on path beside church (8)
5 Opera for example, without work returned to assimilate again (6)
9 Spending capital, couple of queens splurge (8)
10 Guard observed vehicles entering while going out (6)
12 I’m a leader of Muslims (4)
13 The pay’s too irregular in this branch of medicine (10)
15 Rogue breaking old British rule in bull market (12)
18 Statement got from book (3,9)
21 Part of speech that describes “the john” but not “John”? (6,4)
22 Couple has poise and character (4)
24 Ribald celebration for wedding (6)
25 Bird finally finds insect behind garbage heap (8)
26 Without restrictions, free to shake a leg to entertain (6)
27 Romanticism of that man doffing hat, escorting trendy ladies (8)

Down
1 Fool hidden amongst spies is a plant (6)
2 Confection from sugar’s uncovered (not wrapped) (6)
3 Somewhat hot in the shade (4)
4 Journalists perhaps raw, removed from newspaper? (5,7)
6 Bolt designed for auditor as part of watch mechanism (10)
7 Pass through gate (8)
8 Decomposed body near cemetery (8)
11 Losing very less time they mauled Tom brutally, not Frank (5-7)
14 Easy-going men drop out from a fight (4-3-3)
16 Eatery to lay off staff without final notification? (5,3)
17 Going on a diet to lose pounds, gaining weight by this activity! (8)
19 Malaise contracted consuming sausage? (6)
20 Acting Prime Minister quelled revolt by foreign troops (3,3)
23 Soldier preferred to leave battlement (4)

GRID (https://goo.gl/photos/xkydS6AURDeSVu8S9)

[deepakgita]

Across
1 Memorial built on path beside church (8)
5 Opera for example, without work returned to assimilate again (6)
9 Spending capital, couple of queens splurge (8)
10 Guard observed vehicles entering while going out (6)
12 I’m a leader of Muslims (4)
13 The pay’s too irregular in this branch of medicine (10)
15 Rogue breaking old British rule in bull market (12)
18 Statement got from book (3,9)
21 Part of speech that describes “the john” but not “John”? (6,4)
22 Couple has poise and character (4)
24 Ribald celebration for wedding (6)
25 Bird finally finds insect behind garbage heap (8)
26 Without restrictions, free to shake a leg to entertain (6)
27 Romanticism of that man doffing hat, escorting trendy ladies (8)

Down
1 Fool hidden amongst spies is a plant (6)
2 Confection from sugar’s uncovered (not wrapped) (6)
3 Somewhat hot in the shade (4)
4 Journalists perhaps raw, removed from newspaper? (5,7)
6 Bolt designed for auditor as part of watch mechanism (10)
7 Pass through gate (8)
8 Decomposed body near cemetery (8)
11 Losing very less time they mauled Tom brutally, not Frank (5-7)
14 Easy-going men drop out from a fight (4-3-3)
16 Eatery to lay off staff without final notification? (5,3) SNACK BAR
17 Going on a diet to lose pounds, gaining weight by this activity! (8) SWIMMING
19 Malaise contracted consuming sausage? (6) SALAMI
20 Acting Prime Minister quelled revolt by foreign troops (3,3) PRO TEM
23 Soldier preferred to leave battlement (4) PARA

[sandhya.p61]

Across
1 Memorial built on path beside church (8)
5 Opera for example, without work returned to assimilate again (6)
9 Spending capital, couple of queens splurge (8)
10 Guard observed vehicles entering while going out (6)
12 I’m a leader of Muslims (4)
13 The pay’s too irregular in this branch of medicine (10)
15 Rogue breaking old British rule in bull market (12) TROUBLEMAKER
18 Statement got from book (3,9)
21 Part of speech that describes “the john” but not “John”? (6,4) COMMON NOUN
22 Couple has poise and character (4)
24 Ribald celebration for wedding (6)
25 Bird finally finds insect behind garbage heap (8)
26 Without restrictions, free to shake a leg to entertain (6)
27 Romanticism of that man doffing hat, escorting trendy ladies (8)

Down
1 Fool hidden amongst spies is a plant (6)
2 Confection from sugar’s uncovered (not wrapped) (6)
3 Somewhat hot in the shade (4)
4 Journalists perhaps raw, removed from newspaper? (5,7) PRESS-CUTTING
6 Bolt designed for auditor as part of watch mechanism (10) ESCAPEMENT
7 Pass through gate (8)
8 Decomposed body near cemetery (8)
11 Losing very less time they mauled Tom brutally, not Frank (5-7) MEALY-MOUTHED
14 Easy-going men drop out from a fight (4-3-3)
16 Eatery to lay off staff without final notification? (5,3) SNACK BAR
17 Going on a diet to lose pounds, gaining weight by this activity! (8) SWIMMING
19 Malaise contracted consuming sausage? (6) SALAMI
20 Acting Prime Minister quelled revolt by foreign troops (3,3) PRO TEM
23 Soldier preferred to leave battlement (4) PARA

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
1 Memorial built on path beside church (8)
5 Opera for example, without work returned to assimilate again (6)
9 Spending capital, couple of queens splurge (8)
10 Guard observed vehicles entering while going out (6)
12 I’m a leader of Muslims (4)
13 The pay’s too irregular in this branch of medicine (10)
15 Rogue breaking old British rule in bull market (12) TROUBLEMAKER
18 Statement got from book (3,9)
21 Part of speech that describes “the john” but not “John”? (6,4) COMMON NOUN
22 Couple has poise and character (4)
24 Ribald celebration for wedding (6)
25 Bird finally finds insect behind garbage heap (8)
26 Without restrictions, free to shake a leg to entertain (6)
27 Romanticism of that man doffing hat, escorting trendy ladies (8)IDEALISM

Down
1 Fool hidden amongst spies is a plant (6)
2 Confection from sugar’s uncovered (not wrapped) (6)
3 Somewhat hot in the shade (4)TINT
4 Journalists perhaps raw, removed from newspaper? (5,7) PRESS-CUTTING
6 Bolt designed for auditor as part of watch mechanism (10) ESCAPEMENT
7 Pass through gate (8)OVERTAKE
8 Decomposed body near cemetery (8)BONEYARD
11 Losing very less time they mauled Tom brutally, not Frank (5-7) MEALY-MOUTHED
14 Easy-going men drop out from a fight (4-3-3)FREE-FOR-ALL
16 Eatery to lay off staff without final notification? (5,3) SNACK BAR
17 Going on a diet to lose pounds, gaining weight by this activity! (8) SWIMMING
19 Malaise contracted consuming sausage? (6) SALAMI
20 Acting Prime Minister quelled revolt by foreign troops (3,3) PRO TEM
23 Soldier preferred to leave battlement (4) PARA

[Russellbew]

Across
1 Memorial built on path beside church (8) CENOTAPH
5 Opera for example, without work returned to assimilate again (6)
9 Spending capital, couple of queens splurge (8) SQUANDER
10 Guard observed vehicles entering while going out (6)
12 I’m a leader of Muslims (4) IMAM
13 The pay’s too irregular in this branch of medicine (10) OSTEOPATHY
15 Rogue breaking old British rule in bull market (12) TROUBLEMAKER
18 Statement got from book (3,9) NEW TESTAMENT
21 Part of speech that describes “the john” but not “John”? (6,4) COMMON NOUN
22 Couple has poise and character (4)
24 Ribald celebration for wedding (6)
25 Bird finally finds insect behind garbage heap (8)
26 Without restrictions, free to shake a leg to entertain (6)
27 Romanticism of that man doffing hat, escorting trendy ladies (8)IDEALISM

Down
1 Fool hidden amongst spies is a plant (6)
2 Confection from sugar’s uncovered (not wrapped) (6)
3 Somewhat hot in the shade (4)TINT
4 Journalists perhaps raw, removed from newspaper? (5,7) PRESS-CUTTING
6 Bolt designed for auditor as part of watch mechanism (10) ESCAPEMENT
7 Pass through gate (8)OVERTAKE
8 Decomposed body near cemetery (8)BONEYARD
11 Losing very less time they mauled Tom brutally, not Frank (5-7) MEALY-MOUTHED
14 Easy-going men drop out from a fight (4-3-3)FREE-FOR-ALL
16 Eatery to lay off staff without final notification? (5,3) SNACK BAR
17 Going on a diet to lose pounds, gaining weight by this activity! (8) SWIMMING
19 Malaise contracted consuming sausage? (6) SALAMI
20 Acting Prime Minister quelled revolt by foreign troops (3,3) PRO TEM
23 Soldier preferred to leave battlement (4) PARA

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
1 Memorial built on path beside church (8) CENOTAPH
5 Opera for example, without work returned to assimilate again (6)RESORB
9 Spending capital, couple of queens splurge (8) SQUANDER
10 Guard observed vehicles entering while going out (6)SCREEN
12 I’m a leader of Muslims (4) IMAM
13 The pay’s too irregular in this branch of medicine (10) OSTEOPATHY
15 Rogue breaking old British rule in bull market (12) TROUBLEMAKER
18 Statement got from book (3,9) NEW TESTAMENT
21 Part of speech that describes “the john” but not “John”? (6,4) COMMON NOUN
22 Couple has poise and character (4)PAIR
24 Ribald celebration for wedding (6)BRIDAL
25 Bird finally finds insect behind garbage heap (8)PHEASANT
26 Without restrictions, free to shake a leg to entertain (6)REGALE
27 Romanticism of that man doffing hat, escorting trendy ladies (8)IDEALISM

Down
1 Fool hidden amongst spies is a plant (6)CASSIA
2 Confection from sugar’s uncovered (not wrapped) (6)NOUGAT
3 Somewhat hot in the shade (4)TINT
4 Journalists perhaps raw, removed from newspaper? (5,7) PRESS-CUTTING
6 Bolt designed for auditor as part of watch mechanism (10) ESCAPEMENT
7 Pass through gate (8)OVERTAKE
8 Decomposed body near cemetery (8)BONEYARD
11 Losing very less time they mauled Tom brutally, not Frank (5-7) MEALY-MOUTHED
14 Easy-going men drop out from a fight (4-3-3)FREE-FOR-ALL
16 Eatery to lay off staff without final notification? (5,3) SNACK BAR
17 Going on a diet to lose pounds, gaining weight by this activity! (8) SWIMMING
19 Malaise contracted consuming sausage? (6) SALAMI
20 Acting Prime Minister quelled revolt by foreign troops (3,3) PRO TEM
23 Soldier preferred to leave battlement (4) PARA

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

[Joshuaceada]

Afterdark

Across
9 Speculate release; advocate's good to go (7)
10 Accountant gets depression on LA's backing and money (7)
11 In nutshell, without hydrogen supply, there's something that has nothing (4,3)
12 Stone building gets excellent returns in a country (7)
13 Collection work withdrawn, tour arrangement goes haywire without money, trip curtailed at both ends (9)
15 When closet is half-broken, it reveals money (5)
16 Admission depends on institute name, top score/mark in GRE written earlier (7)
19 At the heart of Vellore, Mani constructed a road made of layers (7)
20 Cancels and keeps away, when leader is absent (5)
21 Rule before Supreme Court bar having a point (9)
25 Some separate having a top life (7)
26 Dumps damaged, unsold article (7)
28 Produce eggs from high value lots essentially (7)
29 Marketing grant disbursed, including many inaugural incentives (7)

Down
1 Decorated venue at Parliament square (4,2)
2 A trap to collect necklace essentially and another ornament (6)
3 Acquires vehicle without money at last (4)
4 One who owes Robert was beheaded, mutilated but dead earlier (6)
5 Pain at broken nail pertains to sunflower, say (8)
6 CEO's death in photochemical reaction related to the eye (10)
7 Selection of Best and Sinclair for substitutes (6,2)
8 Plant store in disarray outside field (8)
14 Cover no more, drapes are spoiled (10)
16 One who puts money in scrap iron receives grant (8)
17 Releasing rogue is very shameful (8)
18 Vendor is flexible, has interest in relationship primarily (8)
22 Quite upset with youth leader yielding ownership interest (6)
23 Indian Communist leaders welcome Stalin's basic style of slanting to the right (6)
24 Nose ring crafted without gold has standard (6)
27 Say, a horse or cow, changing sides to advance (4)

GRID (https://goo.gl/photos/zT9hxLp3H9Lbgvf46)

[deepakgita]

Across
9 Speculate release; advocate's good to go (7) VENTURE
10 Accountant gets depression on LA's backing and money (7) CAPITAL
11 In nutshell, without hydrogen supply, there's something that has nothing (4,3) NULL SET
12 Stone building gets excellent returns in a country (7) ESTONIA
13 Collection work withdrawn, tour arrangement goes haywire without money, trip curtailed at both ends (9) POTPOURRI
15 When closet is half-broken, it reveals money (5)
16 Admission depends on institute name, top score/mark in GRE written earlier (7)
19 At the heart of Vellore, Mani constructed a road made of layers (7)
20 Cancels and keeps away, when leader is absent (5)
21 Rule before Supreme Court bar having a point (9)
25 Some separate having a top life (7)
26 Dumps damaged, unsold article (7)
28 Produce eggs from high value lots essentially (7)
29 Marketing grant disbursed, including many inaugural incentives (7)

Down
1 Decorated venue at Parliament square (4,2)
2 A trap to collect necklace essentially and another ornament (6)
3 Acquires vehicle without money at last (4)
4 One who owes Robert was beheaded, mutilated but dead earlier (6)
5 Pain at broken nail pertains to sunflower, say (8)
6 CEO's death in photochemical reaction related to the eye (10)
7 Selection of Best and Sinclair for substitutes (6,2)
8 Plant store in disarray outside field (8)
14 Cover no more, drapes are spoiled (10)
16 One who puts money in scrap iron receives grant (8)
17 Releasing rogue is very shameful (8)
18 Vendor is flexible, has interest in relationship primarily (8)
22 Quite upset with youth leader yielding ownership interest (6)
23 Indian Communist leaders welcome Stalin's basic style of slanting to the right (6)
24 Nose ring crafted without gold has standard (6)
27 Say, a horse or cow, changing sides to advance (4)

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
9 Speculate release; advocate's good to go (7) VENTURE
10 Accountant gets depression on LA's backing and money (7) CAPITAL
11 In nutshell, without hydrogen supply, there's something that has nothing (4,3) NULL SET
12 Stone building gets excellent returns in a country (7) ESTONIA
13 Collection work withdrawn, tour arrangement goes haywire without money, trip curtailed at both ends (9) POTPOURRI
15 When closet is half-broken, it reveals money (5)
16 Admission depends on institute name, top score/mark in GRE written earlier (7)
19 At the heart of Vellore, Mani constructed a road made of layers (7)
20 Cancels and keeps away, when leader is absent (5)
21 Rule before Supreme Court bar having a point (9)
25 Some separate having a top life (7)
26 Dumps damaged, unsold article (7)
28 Produce eggs from high value lots essentially (7)
29 Marketing grant disbursed, including many inaugural incentives (7)

Down
1 Decorated venue at Parliament square (4,2)
2 A trap to collect necklace essentially and another ornament (6)
3 Acquires vehicle without money at last (4)
4 One who owes Robert was beheaded, mutilated but dead earlier (6)
5 Pain at broken nail pertains to sunflower, say (8)
6 CEO's death in photochemical reaction related to the eye (10)
7 Selection of Best and Sinclair for substitutes (6,2)
8 Plant store in disarray outside field (8)
14 Cover no more, drapes are spoiled (10)
16 One who puts money in scrap iron receives grant (8)
17 Releasing rogue is very shameful (8)GRIEVOUS
18 Vendor is flexible, has interest in relationship primarily (8)SUPPLIER
22 Quite upset with youth leader yielding ownership interest (6)EQUITY
23 Indian Communist leaders welcome Stalin's basic style of slanting to the right (6)ITALIC
24 Nose ring crafted without gold has standard (6)ENSIGN
27 Say, a horse or cow, changing sides to advance (4)

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
9 Speculate release; advocate's good to go (7) VENTURE
10 Accountant gets depression on LA's backing and money (7) CAPITAL
11 In nutshell, without hydrogen supply, there's something that has nothing (4,3) NULL SET
12 Stone building gets excellent returns in a country (7) ESTONIA
13 Collection work withdrawn, tour arrangement goes haywire without money, trip curtailed at both ends (9) POTPOURRI
15 When closet is half-broken, it reveals money (5)ASSET
16 Admission depends on institute name, top score/mark in GRE written earlier (7)INGRESS
19 At the heart of Vellore, Mani constructed a road made of layers (7)LAMINAR
20 Cancels and keeps away, when leader is absent (5)VOIDS
21 Rule before Supreme Court bar having a point (9)PRESCRIBE
25 Some separate having a top life (7)SEVERAL
26 Dumps damaged, unsold article (7)UNLOADS
28 Produce eggs from high value lots essentially (7)OVULATE
29 Marketing grant disbursed, including many inaugural incentives (7)TRADING

Down
1 Decorated venue at Parliament square (4,2)EVEN UP
2 A trap to collect necklace essentially and another ornament (6)ANKLET
3 Acquires vehicle without money at last (4)BUYS
4 One who owes Robert was beheaded, mutilated but dead earlier (6)DEBTOR
5 Pain at broken nail pertains to sunflower, say (8)ACHENIAL
6 CEO's death in photochemical reaction related to the eye (10)OPHTHALMIC
7 Selection of Best and Sinclair for substitutes (6,2)STANDS IN
8 Plant store in disarray outside field (8)OLEASTER
14 Cover no more, drapes are spoiled (10)OVERSPREAD
16 One who puts money in scrap iron receives grant (8)INVESTOR
17 Releasing rogue is very shameful (8)GRIEVOUS
18 Vendor is flexible, has interest in relationship primarily (8)SUPPLIER
22 Quite upset with youth leader yielding ownership interest (6)EQUITY
23 Indian Communist leaders welcome Stalin's basic style of slanting to the right (6)ITALIC
24 Nose ring crafted without gold has standard (6)ENSIGN
27 Say, a horse or cow, changing sides to advance (4)LOAN

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

[Joshuaceada]

Afterdark

Across
1 Relatively a typical move botched up with rook inside (13)
10 Ambassador is in trouble at England facing queen (9)
11 Black? Rich colour (5)
12 Young ladies procured hungry lioness at an Indian sanctuary earlier (5)
13 Is getting into suspicion leading to endless troubles? (9)
14 Observing genes I mutated (6)
16 Hinge nearly fell at one point (4)
19 Hunters want to conceal a bird (4)
20 One's tired about getting ahead (6)
25 Call, then elope in a frenzy (9)
26 Cut glass object found in renovated pyramids after daybreak (5)
27 Put down penny to get cake (5)
28 Excluding absent adult is rude (9)
29 Lacking direction, consult police officer about roaster and other kitchen appliances (13)

Down
2 Strangely sober theologian returning with reporter (8)
3 Skins prawn initially, later other fishes (5)
4 King is getting old and violent (6)
5 Last name's informal, form rejected (8)
6 Tremor in Nairobi; TV broadcast (9)
7 Set up a network to include Uruguay and Switzerland (6)
8 Concepts of one postgraduate tabled by company chief spokesman (6)
9 Spirit displayed by heads of government hospital orthopaedic section's terrific (5)
15 Publication suggests, “As per ESPN broadcast, South is toppled by West” (9)
17 Ann's marriage with Yogi's last son is trying (8)
18 Close relatives are mostly bizarre, oddly (8)
21 Compensation for lady importing silver (6)
22 Obstructs bribes circulated around RTO central (5)
23 Condition of beginner in California, America is safe at last (6)
24 Inferior watch guards arrested (6)
26 Purse contains one large flier (5)

GRID (https://goo.gl/photos/hgZPFwduqA7VNSAD9)

[deepakgita]

Across
1 Relatively a typical move botched up with rook inside (13) COMPARATIVELY
10 Ambassador is in trouble at England facing queen (9) MESSENGER
11 Black? Rich colour (5) BLUSH
12 Young ladies procured hungry lioness at an Indian sanctuary earlier (5) GIRLS
13 Is getting into suspicion leading to endless troubles? (9) NUISANCES
14 Observing genes I mutated (6)
16 Hinge nearly fell at one point (4)
19 Hunters want to conceal a bird (4)
20 One's tired about getting ahead (6)
25 Call, then elope in a frenzy (9)
26 Cut glass object found in renovated pyramids after daybreak (5)
27 Put down penny to get cake (5)
28 Excluding absent adult is rude (9)
29 Lacking direction, consult police officer about roaster and other kitchen appliances (13)

Down
2 Strangely sober theologian returning with reporter (8)
3 Skins prawn initially, later other fishes (5)
4 King is getting old and violent (6)
5 Last name's informal, form rejected (8)
6 Tremor in Nairobi; TV broadcast (9)
7 Set up a network to include Uruguay and Switzerland (6)
8 Concepts of one postgraduate tabled by company chief spokesman (6)
9 Spirit displayed by heads of government hospital orthopaedic section's terrific (5)
15 Publication suggests, “As per ESPN broadcast, South is toppled by West” (9)
17 Ann's marriage with Yogi's last son is trying (8)
18 Close relatives are mostly bizarre, oddly (8)
21 Compensation for lady importing silver (6)
22 Obstructs bribes circulated around RTO central (5)
23 Condition of beginner in California, America is safe at last (6)
24 Inferior watch guards arrested (6)
26 Purse contains one large flier (5)

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
1 Relatively a typical move botched up with rook inside (13) COMPARATIVELY
10 Ambassador is in trouble at England facing queen (9) MESSENGER
11 Black? Rich colour (5) BLUSH
12 Young ladies procured hungry lioness at an Indian sanctuary earlier (5) GIRLS
13 Is getting into suspicion leading to endless troubles? (9) NUISANCES
14 Observing genes I mutated (6)
16 Hinge nearly fell at one point (4)
19 Hunters want to conceal a bird (4)
20 One's tired about getting ahead (6)
25 Call, then elope in a frenzy (9)
26 Cut glass object found in renovated pyramids after daybreak (5)
27 Put down penny to get cake (5)
28 Excluding absent adult is rude (9)
29 Lacking direction, consult police officer about roaster and other kitchen appliances (13)

Down
2 Strangely sober theologian returning with reporter (8)
3 Skins prawn initially, later other fishes (5)
4 King is getting old and violent (6)
5 Last name's informal, form rejected (8)
6 Tremor in Nairobi; TV broadcast (9)
7 Set up a network to include Uruguay and Switzerland (6)
8 Concepts of one postgraduate tabled by company chief spokesman (6)
9 Spirit displayed by heads of government hospital orthopaedic section's terrific (5)GHOST
15 Publication suggests, “As per ESPN broadcast, South is toppled by West” (9)
17 Ann's marriage with Yogi's last son is trying (8)
18 Close relatives are mostly bizarre, oddly (8)
21 Compensation for lady importing silver (6)DAMAGE
22 Obstructs bribes circulated around RTO central (5)STOPS
23 Condition of beginner in California, America is safe at last (6)CLAUSE
24 Inferior watch guards arrested (6)
26 Purse contains one large flier (5)PILOT

[Russellbew]

Across
1 Relatively a typical move botched up with rook inside (13) COMPARATIVELY
10 Ambassador is in trouble at England facing queen (9) MESSENGER
11 Black? Rich colour (5) BLUSH
12 Young ladies procured hungry lioness at an Indian sanctuary earlier (5) GIRLS
13 Is getting into suspicion leading to endless troubles? (9) NUISANCES
14 Observing genes I mutated (6) SEEING
16 Hinge nearly fell at one point (4) AXIS
19 Hunters want to conceal a bird (4) SWAN
20 One's tired about getting ahead (6)
25 Call, then elope in a frenzy (9) TELEPHONE
26 Cut glass object found in renovated pyramids after daybreak (5) PRISM
27 Put down penny to get cake (5)
28 Excluding absent adult is rude (9)
29 Lacking direction, consult police officer about roaster and other kitchen appliances (13)

Down
2 Strangely sober theologian returning with reporter (8)
3 Skins prawn initially, later other fishes (5)
4 King is getting old and violent (6)
5 Last name's informal, form rejected (8)
6 Tremor in Nairobi; TV broadcast (9)
7 Set up a network to include Uruguay and Switzerland (6)
8 Concepts of one postgraduate tabled by company chief spokesman (6)
9 Spirit displayed by heads of government hospital orthopaedic section's terrific (5)GHOST
15 Publication suggests, “As per ESPN broadcast, South is toppled by West” (9)
17 Ann's marriage with Yogi's last son is trying (8)
18 Close relatives are mostly bizarre, oddly (8)
21 Compensation for lady importing silver (6)DAMAGE
22 Obstructs bribes circulated around RTO central (5)STOPS
23 Condition of beginner in California, America is safe at last (6)CLAUSE
24 Inferior watch guards arrested (6)
26 Purse contains one large flier (5)PILOT

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
1 Relatively a typical move botched up with rook inside (13) COMPARATIVELY
10 Ambassador is in trouble at England facing queen (9) MESSENGER
11 Black? Rich colour (5) BLUSH
12 Young ladies procured hungry lioness at an Indian sanctuary earlier (5) GIRLS
13 Is getting into suspicion leading to endless troubles? (9) NUISANCES
14 Observing genes I mutated (6) SEEING
16 Hinge nearly fell at one point (4) AXIS
19 Hunters want to conceal a bird (4) SWAN
20 One's tired about getting ahead (6)ONWARD
25 Call, then elope in a frenzy (9) TELEPHONE
26 Cut glass object found in renovated pyramids after daybreak (5) PRISM
27 Put down penny to get cake (5)PLUMP
28 Excluding absent adult is rude (9)INSULTING
29 Lacking direction, consult police officer about roaster and other kitchen appliances (13)REFRIGERATORS

Down
2 Strangely sober theologian returning with reporter (8)OBSERVER
3 Skins prawn initially, later other fishes (5)PEELS
4 King is getting old and violent (6)RAGING
5 Last name's informal, form rejected (8)TERMINAL
6 Tremor in Nairobi; TV broadcast (9)VIBRATION
7 Set up a network to include Uruguay and Switzerland (6)LAUNCH
8 Concepts of one postgraduate tabled by company chief spokesman (6)IMAGES
9 Spirit displayed by heads of government hospital orthopaedic section's terrific (5)GHOST
15 Publication suggests, “As per ESPN broadcast, South is toppled by West” (9)NEWSPAPER
17 Ann's marriage with Yogi's last son is trying (8)ANNOYING
18 Close relatives are mostly bizarre, oddly (8)FAMILIAR
21 Compensation for lady importing silver (6)DAMAGE
22 Obstructs bribes circulated around RTO central (5)STOPS
23 Condition of beginner in California, America is safe at last (6)CLAUSE
24 Inferior watch guards arrested (6)LESSER
26 Purse contains one large flier (5)PILOT

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

[deepakgita]

Across
1 Employees receiving nod resolved deadlock (5-3)
5 Bullet ends in target under tree (6)
9 Clubs in chains (5)
10 Company managed decline, losing large frequency (9) INCIDENCE
12 One dispute, a perfect example, beset by hollow scorn (13) DISPARAGEMENT
15 Case about skill with clear, good English (9)
16 Fish paste trader carries (5)
17 Plain across middle of plateau (5)
19 Search clothing when that is most uncomfortable (9) QUEASIEST
21 Tax in store, price that’s bad for part of nation’s economy (7,6) PRIVATE SECTOR
23 Profound corruption of real theft (9) HEARTFELT
24 Crumbs soldier provided for dog (5)
26 Walk out on wasteland (6)
27 Innocent yen to follow river put into action (4-4)


Down
1 Propagandist distorted drop in cost (4,6)
2 Fuss caused by commercial, then nothing (3)
3 Beginning to doubt psychic power, express loss of hope (7)
4 Figure after fashion defending country honestly (4,3,6)
6 Beef, say, about broadcast made ahead of time (3,4)
7 Part from emperor endlessly breaking agreement (11)
8 Feel dizzy and look unpleasantly upset (4)
11 Solution mostly found in bond with man offering drink (5,2,6)
13 Conceal pressure on places in film scripts (11)
14 Architect crazy about singular style at home (10)
18 Swindler’s wits exercised on odd parts of theory (7)
20 Slight cut in region of atmosphere (7)
22 Drop building in garden? (4)
25 Beam up in shiny armour (3)


Grid at http://www.thehindu.com/features/magazine/the-sunday-crossword/article7565749.ece

[Russellbew]

Across
1 Employees receiving nod resolved deadlock (5-3)
5 Bullet ends in target under tree (6)
9 Clubs in chains (5)
10 Company managed decline, losing large frequency (9) INCIDENCE
12 One dispute, a perfect example, beset by hollow scorn (13) DISPARAGEMENT
15 Case about skill with clear, good English (9)
16 Fish paste trader carries (5) TETRA
17 Plain across middle of plateau (5)
19 Search clothing when that is most uncomfortable (9) QUEASIEST
21 Tax in store, price that’s bad for part of nation’s economy (7,6) PRIVATE SECTOR
23 Profound corruption of real theft (9) HEARTFELT
24 Crumbs soldier provided for dog (5) CORGI
26 Walk out on wasteland (6)
27 Innocent yen to follow river put into action (4-4)


Down
1 Propagandist distorted drop in cost (4,6) SPIN DOCTOR
2 Fuss caused by commercial, then nothing (3) ADO
3 Beginning to doubt psychic power, express loss of hope (7)
4 Figure after fashion defending country honestly (4,3,6)
6 Beef, say, about broadcast made ahead of time (3,4)
7 Part from emperor endlessly breaking agreement (11)
8 Feel dizzy and look unpleasantly upset (4)
11 Solution mostly found in bond with man offering drink (5,2,6)
13 Conceal pressure on places in film scripts (11)
14 Architect crazy about singular style at home (10)
18 Swindler’s wits exercised on odd parts of theory (7)
20 Slight cut in region of atmosphere (7)
22 Drop building in garden? (4)
25 Beam up in shiny armour (3) RAY

[Joshuaceada]

Aspartame

Across
6 What happens in reality, not necessarily by law (2,5)
7 Farmer’s disastrous spell (7)
9 Never degrade self-confidence (5)
10 Sold curio that became dirty (9)
11 Tool reporter observed (7)
13 Remarkably tough woman had gone to war (6)
15 Byzantine slang primarily used with African languages (6,7)
19 Sensex consultants who have served a term (2-4)
20 Southern men swim in river to reach estate land (7)
23 Things related to flowers (9)
24 One can only go up from here (5)
26 People will remain powerless without him (7)
27 Note: Inert substance not working like pepper spray (4,3)

Down
1 Spanish tennis player is backed by Ethiopian people (4)
2 Obtain admission (6)
3 Excessive perspiration caused by infections? To start with, have food (4,5)
4 Work effectively on dress using books (2,2,4)
5 State supports stitching red bags which are serviceable (2,3,5)
6 Boat discovered while riding hyenas (6)
7 Clues often lead to perfect meeting point (4)
8 Fish with a red eye is said to be uncommon (6)
12 Tin dice con rolled at the same time (10)
14 Build and estimate using a phone ultimately (9)
16 Police officer with weapons escorting daughter to terrace (8)
17 Students consuming the wrong vitamin is dangerous (6)
18 Variant of red is black? That’s rubbish! (6)
21 Simple snack consisting of starters from north India (6)
22 Family is able to hoard money (4)
25 Probes on excavations (4)

GRID (https://goo.gl/photos/xaXLZPbng1YXDHNX7)

[deepakgita]

Across
6 What happens in reality, not necessarily by law (2,5) DE FACTO
7 Farmer’s disastrous spell (7) CROPPER
9 Never degrade self-confidence (5) NERVE
10 Sold curio that became dirty (9) DISCOLOUR
11 Tool reporter observed (7) HACKSAW
13 Remarkably tough woman had gone to war (6)
15 Byzantine slang primarily used with African languages (6,7)
19 Sensex consultants who have served a term (2-4)
20 Southern men swim in river to reach estate land (7)
23 Things related to flowers (9)
24 One can only go up from here (5)
26 People will remain powerless without him (7)
27 Note: Inert substance not working like pepper spray (4,3)

Down
1 Spanish tennis player is backed by Ethiopian people (4)
2 Obtain admission (6)
3 Excessive perspiration caused by infections? To start with, have food (4,5)
4 Work effectively on dress using books (2,2,4)
5 State supports stitching red bags which are serviceable (2,3,5)
6 Boat discovered while riding hyenas (6)
7 Clues often lead to perfect meeting point (4)
8 Fish with a red eye is said to be uncommon (6)
12 Tin dice con rolled at the same time (10)
14 Build and estimate using a phone ultimately (9)
16 Police officer with weapons escorting daughter to terrace (8)
17 Students consuming the wrong vitamin is dangerous (6)
18 Variant of red is black? That’s rubbish! (6)
21 Simple snack consisting of starters from north India (6)
22 Family is able to hoard money (4)
25 Probes on excavations (4)

[sandhya.p61]

Across
6 What happens in reality, not necessarily by law (2,5) DE FACTO
7 Farmer’s disastrous spell (7) CROPPER
9 Never degrade self-confidence (5) NERVE
10 Sold curio that became dirty (9) DISCOLOUR
11 Tool reporter observed (7) HACKSAW
13 Remarkably tough woman had gone to war (6)
15 Byzantine slang primarily used with African languages (6,7) LINGUA FRANCAS
19 Sensex consultants who have served a term (2-4)
20 Southern men swim in river to reach estate land (7) DEMESNE
23 Things related to flowers (9)
24 One can only go up from here (5)
26 People will remain powerless without him (7)
27 Note: Inert substance not working like pepper spray (4,3)

Down
1 Spanish tennis player is backed by Ethiopian people (4)
2 Obtain admission (6)
3 Excessive perspiration caused by infections? To start with, have food (4,5) COLD SWEAT
4 Work effectively on dress using books (2,2,4)
5 State supports stitching red bags which are serviceable (2,3,5) UP FOR GRABS
6 Boat discovered while riding hyenas (6)
7 Clues often lead to perfect meeting point (4)
8 Fish with a red eye is said to be uncommon (6)
12 Tin dice con rolled at the same time (10)
14 Build and estimate using a phone ultimately (9)
16 Police officer with weapons escorting daughter to terrace (8)
17 Students consuming the wrong vitamin is dangerous (6)
18 Variant of red is black? That’s rubbish! (6)
21 Simple snack consisting of starters from north India (6)
22 Family is able to hoard money (4)
25 Probes on excavations (4) DIGS

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
6 What happens in reality, not necessarily by law (2,5) DE FACTO
7 Farmer’s disastrous spell (7) CROPPER
9 Never degrade self-confidence (5) NERVE
10 Sold curio that became dirty (9) DISCOLOUR
11 Tool reporter observed (7) HACKSAW
13 Remarkably tough woman had gone to war (6)
15 Byzantine slang primarily used with African languages (6,7) LINGUA FRANCAS
19 Sensex consultants who have served a term (2-4)
20 Southern men swim in river to reach estate land (7) DEMESNE
23 Things related to flowers (9)
24 One can only go up from here (5)
26 People will remain powerless without him (7)
27 Note: Inert substance not working like pepper spray (4,3)

Down
1 Spanish tennis player is backed by Ethiopian people (4)
2 Obtain admission (6)ACCESS
3 Excessive perspiration caused by infections? To start with, have food (4,5) COLD SWEAT
4 Work effectively on dress using books (2,2,4)
5 State supports stitching red bags which are serviceable (2,3,5) UP FOR GRABS
6 Boat discovered while riding hyenas (6)DINGHY
7 Clues often lead to perfect meeting point (4)
8 Fish with a red eye is said to be uncommon (6)
12 Tin dice con rolled at the same time (10)COINCIDENT
14 Build and estimate using a phone ultimately (9)
16 Police officer with weapons escorting daughter to terrace (8)
17 Students consuming the wrong vitamin is dangerous (6)
18 Variant of red is black? That’s rubbish! (6)DEBRIS
21 Simple snack consisting of starters from north India (6)
22 Family is able to hoard money (4)CLAN
25 Probes on excavations (4) DIGS

[Russellbew]

Across
6 What happens in reality, not necessarily by law (2,5) DE FACTO
7 Farmer’s disastrous spell (7) CROPPER
9 Never degrade self-confidence (5) NERVE
10 Sold curio that became dirty (9) DISCOLOUR
11 Tool reporter observed (7) HACKSAW
13 Remarkably tough woman had gone to war (6)
15 Byzantine slang primarily used with African languages (6,7) LINGUA FRANCAS
19 Sensex consultants who have served a term (2-4) EX-CONS
20 Southern men swim in river to reach estate land (7) DEMESNE
23 Things related to flowers (9) HYDRAULIC
24 One can only go up from here (5) NADIR
26 People will remain powerless without him (7) LINEMAN
27 Note: Inert substance not working like pepper spray (4,3) TEAR GAS

Down
1 Spanish tennis player is backed by Ethiopian people (4)
2 Obtain admission (6)ACCESS
3 Excessive perspiration caused by infections? To start with, have food (4,5) COLD SWEAT
4 Work effectively on dress using books (2,2,4)
5 State supports stitching red bags which are serviceable (2,3,5) UP FOR GRABS
6 Boat discovered while riding hyenas (6)DINGHY
7 Clues often lead to perfect meeting point (4)
8 Fish with a red eye is said to be uncommon (6)
12 Tin dice con rolled at the same time (10)COINCIDENT
14 Build and estimate using a phone ultimately (9)
16 Police officer with weapons escorting daughter to terrace (8)
17 Students consuming the wrong vitamin is dangerous (6)
18 Variant of red is black? That’s rubbish! (6)DEBRIS
21 Simple snack consisting of starters from north India (6)
22 Family is able to hoard money (4)CLAN
25 Probes on excavations (4) DIGS

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
6 What happens in reality, not necessarily by law (2,5) DE FACTO
7 Farmer’s disastrous spell (7) CROPPER
9 Never degrade self-confidence (5) NERVE
10 Sold curio that became dirty (9) DISCOLOUR
11 Tool reporter observed (7) HACKSAW
13 Remarkably tough woman had gone to war (6)FOUGHT
15 Byzantine slang primarily used with African languages (6,7) LINGUA FRANCAS
19 Sensex consultants who have served a term (2-4) EX-CONS
20 Southern men swim in river to reach estate land (7) DEMESNE
23 Things related to flowers (9) HYDRAULIC
24 One can only go up from here (5) NADIR
26 People will remain powerless without him (7) LINEMAN
27 Note: Inert substance not working like pepper spray (4,3) TEAR GAS

Down
1 Spanish tennis player is backed by Ethiopian people (4)AFAR
2 Obtain admission (6)ACCESS
3 Excessive perspiration caused by infections? To start with, have food (4,5) COLD SWEAT
4 Work effectively on dress using books (2,2,4)GO TO TOWN
5 State supports stitching red bags which are serviceable (2,3,5) UP FOR GRABS
6 Boat discovered while riding hyenas (6)DINGHY
7 Clues often lead to perfect meeting point (4)CUSP
8 Fish with a red eye is said to be uncommon (6)RARITY
12 Tin dice con rolled at the same time (10)COINCIDENT
14 Build and estimate using a phone ultimately (9)PREDICATE
16 Police officer with weapons escorting daughter to terrace (8)GENDARME
17 Students consuming the wrong vitamin is dangerous (6)LETHAL
18 Variant of red is black? That’s rubbish! (6)DEBRIS
21 Simple snack consisting of starters from north India (6)MENIAL
22 Family is able to hoard money (4)CLAN
25 Probes on excavations (4) DIGS

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

[Joshuaceada]

Spinner

Across
1 Grouse with layout designed horribly (12)
10 Yellowish-brown insect eats peeled figs (5)
11 Make his parcel round (9)
12 Pole leaving from a Nordic country's end point (6)
13 England's Root disrupting form of its star players (8)
15 Moving flight to a clear ground having a bit of shrubbery (9)
16 Setter started going back to eatery (4)
20 Trendy fashion relating to subcontinent nation (4)
21 Left out, Cinderella danced with one from island country (9)
24 Husband I dreamt about is a great difficulty (4,4)
26 One who takes a bow before performing (6)
28 Champions show some notes to specialists (9)
29 Relatives are basically crazy nuts (5)
30 How one would describe a massage therapist's job in a media statement (5,7)

Down
2 Not charged, being part of worker's group (9)
3 Variable resistance turned hotter as... (8)
4 ... leads of galvanometer unexpectedly shorted, heightening flow (4)
5 Throw older bananas into place reserved for expired stuff (5,5)
6 Twist as Russian chief invades European country (6)
7 Vessel from small island capsized next to empty houseboat (5)
8 Sailor's a foot behind the stern (5)
9 Typical Spinner cryptic ultimately appears under 'Variety' (7)
14 Service areas hold 'Spinner' next to Sudoku, at first (10)
17 Engineer to help ants' evolution into giant beasts (9)
18 Solved by folding the grid! (7)
19 Batting line-up.... (8)
22 ... Sehwag & Tendulkar openers, followed by genius with top-notch posture while playing (6)
23 Hit or flop? (5)
25 Call off punishment, getting pressure at the top (3,2)
27 Geographical feature coming up in Helsinki (4)

GRID (https://goo.gl/photos/yc7VPKu1tEC36Grz7)

[deepakgita]

Across
1 Grouse with layout designed horribly (12) OUTRAGEOUSLY
10 Yellowish-brown insect eats peeled figs (5) BEIGE
11 Make his parcel round (9) SPHERICAL
12 Pole leaving from a Nordic country's end point (6) FINISH
13 England's Root disrupting form of its star players (8) ARTISTES
15 Moving flight to a clear ground having a bit of shrubbery (9)
16 Setter started going back to eatery (4)
20 Trendy fashion relating to subcontinent nation (4)
21 Left out, Cinderella danced with one from island country (9)
24 Husband I dreamt about is a great difficulty (4,4)
26 One who takes a bow before performing (6)
28 Champions show some notes to specialists (9)
29 Relatives are basically crazy nuts (5)
30 How one would describe a massage therapist's job in a media statement (5,7)

Down
2 Not charged, being part of worker's group (9)
3 Variable resistance turned hotter as... (8)
4 ... leads of galvanometer unexpectedly shorted, heightening flow (4)
5 Throw older bananas into place reserved for expired stuff (5,5)
6 Twist as Russian chief invades European country (6)
7 Vessel from small island capsized next to empty houseboat (5)
8 Sailor's a foot behind the stern (5)
9 Typical Spinner cryptic ultimately appears under 'Variety' (7)
14 Service areas hold 'Spinner' next to Sudoku, at first (10)
17 Engineer to help ants' evolution into giant beasts (9)
18 Solved by folding the grid! (7)
19 Batting line-up.... (8)
22 ... Sehwag & Tendulkar openers, followed by genius with top-notch posture while playing (6)
23 Hit or flop? (5)
25 Call off punishment, getting pressure at the top (3,2)
27 Geographical feature coming up in Helsinki (4)

[Russellrvw]

Across
1 Grouse with layout designed horribly (12) OUTRAGEOUSLY
10 Yellowish-brown insect eats peeled figs (5) BEIGE
11 Make his parcel round (9) SPHERICAL
12 Pole leaving from a Nordic country's end point (6) FINISH
13 England's Root disrupting form of its star players (8) ARTISTES
15 Moving flight to a clear ground having a bit of shrubbery (9)
16 Setter started going back to eatery (4)
20 Trendy fashion relating to subcontinent nation (4)
21 Left out, Cinderella danced with one from island country (9) ICELANDER*-L
24 Husband I dreamt about is a great difficulty (4,4) HARD TIME*
26 One who takes a bow before performing (6)
28 Champions show some notes to specialists (9)
29 Relatives are basically crazy nuts (5)
30 How one would describe a massage therapist's job in a media statement (5,7) (PRESS) (RELEASE) (c&dd)

Down
2 Not charged, being part of worker's group (9)
3 Variable resistance turned hotter as... (8)
4 ... leads of galvanometer unexpectedly shorted, heightening flow (4)
5 Throw older bananas into place reserved for expired stuff (5,5)
6 Twist as Russian chief invades European country (6)
7 Vessel from small island capsized next to empty houseboat (5)
8 Sailor's a foot behind the stern (5) AB/A/FT
9 Typical Spinner cryptic ultimately appears under 'Variety' (7)
14 Service areas hold 'Spinner' next to Sudoku, at first (10)
17 Engineer to help ants' evolution into giant beasts (9)
18 Solved by folding the grid! (7)
19 Batting line-up.... (8)
22 ... Sehwag & Tendulkar openers, followed by genius with top-notch posture while playing (6) S/T/A(N)CE
23 Hit or flop? (5)
25 Call off punishment, getting pressure at the top (3,2)
27 Geographical feature coming up in Helsinki (4)

[sandhya.p61]

Across
1 Grouse with layout designed horribly (12) OUTRAGEOUSLY
10 Yellowish-brown insect eats peeled figs (5) BEIGE
11 Make his parcel round (9) SPHERICAL
12 Pole leaving from a Nordic country's end point (6) FINISH
13 England's Root disrupting form of its star players (8) ARTISTES
15 Moving flight to a clear ground having a bit of shrubbery (9) ESCALATOR
16 Setter started going back to eatery (4) DELI
20 Trendy fashion relating to subcontinent nation (4)
21 Left out, Cinderella danced with one from island country (9) ICELANDER*-L
24 Husband I dreamt about is a great difficulty (4,4) HARD TIME*
26 One who takes a bow before performing (6)
28 Champions show some notes to specialists (9)
29 Relatives are basically crazy nuts (5)
30 How one would describe a massage therapist's job in a media statement (5,7) (PRESS) (RELEASE) (c&dd)

Down
2 Not charged, being part of worker's group (9) UNIONISED
3 Variable resistance turned hotter as... (8)
4 ... leads of galvanometer unexpectedly shorted, heightening flow (4)
5 Throw older bananas into place reserved for expired stuff (5,5)
6 Twist as Russian chief invades European country (6)
7 Vessel from small island capsized next to empty houseboat (5)
8 Sailor's a foot behind the stern (5) AB/A/FT
9 Typical Spinner cryptic ultimately appears under 'Variety' (7) CLASSIC
14 Service areas hold 'Spinner' next to Sudoku, at first (10) CATCHMENTS
17 Engineer to help ants' evolution into giant beasts (9)
18 Solved by folding the grid! (7)
19 Batting line-up.... (8)
22 ... Sehwag & Tendulkar openers, followed by genius with top-notch posture while playing (6) S/T/A(N)CE
23 Hit or flop? (5)
25 Call off punishment, getting pressure at the top (3,2)
27 Geographical feature coming up in Helsinki (4)

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
1 Grouse with layout designed horribly (12) OUTRAGEOUSLY
10 Yellowish-brown insect eats peeled figs (5) BEIGE
11 Make his parcel round (9) SPHERICAL
12 Pole leaving from a Nordic country's end point (6) FINISH
13 England's Root disrupting form of its star players (8) ARTISTES
15 Moving flight to a clear ground having a bit of shrubbery (9) ESCALATOR
16 Setter started going back to eatery (4) DELI
20 Trendy fashion relating to subcontinent nation (4)
21 Left out, Cinderella danced with one from island country (9) ICELANDER*-L
24 Husband I dreamt about is a great difficulty (4,4) HARD TIME*
26 One who takes a bow before performing (6)
28 Champions show some notes to specialists (9)
29 Relatives are basically crazy nuts (5)
30 How one would describe a massage therapist's job in a media statement (5,7) (PRESS) (RELEASE) (c&dd)

Down
2 Not charged, being part of worker's group (9) UNIONISED
3 Variable resistance turned hotter as... (8)
4 ... leads of galvanometer unexpectedly shorted, heightening flow (4)GUSH
5 Throw older bananas into place reserved for expired stuff (5,5)
6 Twist as Russian chief invades European country (6)
7 Vessel from small island capsized next to empty houseboat (5)
8 Sailor's a foot behind the stern (5) AB/A/FT
9 Typical Spinner cryptic ultimately appears under 'Variety' (7) CLASSIC
14 Service areas hold 'Spinner' next to Sudoku, at first (10) CATCHMENTS
17 Engineer to help ants' evolution into giant beasts (9)ELEPHANTS
18 Solved by folding the grid! (7)RIGHTED
19 Batting line-up.... (8)
22 ... Sehwag & Tendulkar openers, followed by genius with top-notch posture while playing (6) S/T/A(N)CE
23 Hit or flop? (5)CRASH
25 Call off punishment, getting pressure at the top (3,2)
27 Geographical feature coming up in Helsinki (4)ISLE

[Russellbew]

Across
1 Grouse with layout designed horribly (12) OUTRAGEOUSLY
10 Yellowish-brown insect eats peeled figs (5) BEIGE
11 Make his parcel round (9) SPHERICAL
12 Pole leaving from a Nordic country's end point (6) FINISH
13 England's Root disrupting form of its star players (8) ARTISTES
15 Moving flight to a clear ground having a bit of shrubbery (9) ESCALATOR
16 Setter started going back to eatery (4) DELI
20 Trendy fashion relating to subcontinent nation (4) INDO
21 Left out, Cinderella danced with one from island country (9) ICELANDER*-L
24 Husband I dreamt about is a great difficulty (4,4) HARD TIME*
26 One who takes a bow before performing (6) ARCHER
28 Champions show some notes to specialists (9)
29 Relatives are basically crazy nuts (5) AUNTS
30 How one would describe a massage therapist's job in a media statement (5,7) (PRESS) (RELEASE) (c&dd)

Down
2 Not charged, being part of worker's group (9) UNIONISED
3 Variable resistance turned hotter as... (8) RHEOSTAT
4 ... leads of galvanometer unexpectedly shorted, heightening flow (4)GUSH
5 Throw older bananas into place reserved for expired stuff (5,5)
6 Twist as Russian chief invades European country (6)
7 Vessel from small island capsized next to empty houseboat (5) YACHT
8 Sailor's a foot behind the stern (5) AB/A/FT
9 Typical Spinner cryptic ultimately appears under 'Variety' (7) CLASSIC
14 Service areas hold 'Spinner' next to Sudoku, at first (10) CATCHMENTS
17 Engineer to help ants' evolution into giant beasts (9)ELEPHANTS
18 Solved by folding the grid! (7)RIGHTED
19 Batting line-up.... (8)
22 ... Sehwag & Tendulkar openers, followed by genius with top-notch posture while playing (6) S/T/A(N)CE
23 Hit or flop? (5)CRASH
25 Call off punishment, getting pressure at the top (3,2)
27 Geographical feature coming up in Helsinki (4)ISLE

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
1 Grouse with layout designed horribly (12) OUTRAGEOUSLY
10 Yellowish-brown insect eats peeled figs (5) BEIGE
11 Make his parcel round (9) SPHERICAL
12 Pole leaving from a Nordic country's end point (6) FINISH
13 England's Root disrupting form of its star players (8) ARTISTES
15 Moving flight to a clear ground having a bit of shrubbery (9) ESCALATOR
16 Setter started going back to eatery (4) DELI
20 Trendy fashion relating to subcontinent nation (4) INDO
21 Left out, Cinderella danced with one from island country (9) ICELANDER*-L
24 Husband I dreamt about is a great difficulty (4,4) HARD TIME*
26 One who takes a bow before performing (6) ARCHER
28 Champions show some notes to specialists (9)EXPONENTS
29 Relatives are basically crazy nuts (5) AUNTS
30 How one would describe a massage therapist's job in a media statement (5,7) (PRESS) (RELEASE) (c&dd)

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

Down
2 Not charged, being part of worker's group (9) UNIONISED
3 Variable resistance turned hotter as... (8) RHEOSTAT
4 ... leads of galvanometer unexpectedly shorted, heightening flow (4)GUSH
5 Throw older bananas into place reserved for expired stuff (5,5)OTHER WORLD
6 Twist as Russian chief invades European country (6)SPRAIN
7 Vessel from small island capsized next to empty houseboat (5) YACHT
8 Sailor's a foot behind the stern (5) AB/A/FT
9 Typical Spinner cryptic ultimately appears under 'Variety' (7) CLASSIC
14 Service areas hold 'Spinner' next to Sudoku, at first (10) CATCHMENTS
17 Engineer to help ants' evolution into giant beasts (9)ELEPHANTS
18 Solved by folding the grid! (7)RIGHTED
19 Batting line-up.... (8)INCREASE
22 ... Sehwag & Tendulkar openers, followed by genius with top-notch posture while playing (6) S/T/A(N)CE
23 Hit or flop? (5)CRASH
25 Call off punishment, getting pressure at the top (3,2)RIP UP
27 Geographical feature coming up in Helsinki (4)ISLE

[Joshuaceada]

Exa

Across
1 Tempt graduate to join IT (4)
3 The hacks I'd engineered for dummies (10)
10 Journalist drinking rum is no longer social (9)
11 Float up in the air (5)
12 Hall, in that corner, will have a bar (7)
13 Loser desperate to have sex is wandering aimlessly (7)
14 Correspond with a girl over phone at last (5)
15 Synthesised drugs are right away sprinkled (7)
18 Essentially spent dollars to have trimmed pants and chain (7)
21 Cover diamonds on ship (5)
24 Paper boat I'd folded went around lake (7)
26 Top southern wrestler (7)
27 I court what's accurate (5)
28 Shabby bar set I meant to be thrown out (9)
29 Harry Potter eyes: a trait that's grown stale with time (10)
30 Foreigner invested in banks for business stakes (4)

Down
1 Wash clothes on air (6)
2 Good to feed poor, thin men for the most part (2,3,4)
4 He kept longing to have some gin as it's a healthy practise (7)
5 Cooks long-bodied fish with bits of dill laid evenly (7)
6 Partner consuming sandwiches and throwing up (7)
7 Emerged with revolutionary army to out opponents (5)
8 Model in the beach is meant for something more special (3,5)
9 Joking bartender left the German drunk (6)
16 Managed to take organ up at church — it gives out an amplified sound (9)
17 Southern-side grass not as much clean (8)
19 Position beer bottles for champion (7)
20 Liquid diet — it’s most systematic (7)
21 Student's workplace had to initially part with a sort of computer (7)
22 Riddle in game needs to be worked out (6)
23 Cases fancy art in extremely romantic place? Yes! (6)
25 Splendid bachelor party (5)

GRID (https://goo.gl/photos/femM7geBbEgrgv7q7)

[Russellrvw]

Across
1 Tempt graduate to join IT (4) BA/IT
3 The hacks I'd engineered for dummies (10) THICKHEADS*
10 Journalist drinking rum is no longer social (9)
11 Float up in the air (5)
12 Hall, in that corner, will have a bar (7)
13 Loser desperate to have sex is wandering aimlessly (7)
14 Correspond with a girl over phone at last (5)
15 Synthesised drugs are right away sprinkled (7)
18 Essentially spent dollars to have trimmed pants and chain (7)
21 Cover diamonds on ship (5)
24 Paper boat I'd folded went around lake (7)
26 Top southern wrestler (7)
27 I court what's accurate (5)
28 Shabby bar set I meant to be thrown out (9)
29 Harry Potter eyes: a trait that's grown stale with time (10)
30 Foreigner invested in banks for business stakes (4)

Down
1 Wash clothes on air (6)
2 Good to feed poor, thin men for the most part (2,3,4) IN THE M(A1)N*
4 He kept longing to have some gin as it's a healthy practise (7)
5 Cooks long-bodied fish with bits of dill laid evenly (7)
6 Partner consuming sandwiches and throwing up (7)
7 Emerged with revolutionary army to out opponents (5)
8 Model in the beach is meant for something more special (3,5)
9 Joking bartender left the German drunk (6)
16 Managed to take organ up at church — it gives out an amplified sound (9)
17 Southern-side grass not as much clean (8)
19 Position beer bottles for champion (7)
20 Liquid diet — it’s most systematic (7) TIDIEST*
21 Student's workplace had to initially part with a sort of computer (7)
22 Riddle in game needs to be worked out (6) ENIGMA*
23 Cases fancy art in extremely romantic place? Yes! (6)
25 Splendid bachelor party (5)

[deepakgita]

Across
1 Tempt graduate to join IT (4)BA/IT
3 The hacks I'd engineered for dummies (10)THICKHEADS*
10 Journalist drinking rum is no longer social (9)
11 Float up in the air (5)
12 Hall, in that corner, will have a bar (7)
13 Loser desperate to have sex is wandering aimlessly (7)
14 Correspond with a girl over phone at last (5)
15 Synthesised drugs are right away sprinkled (7)
18 Essentially spent dollars to have trimmed pants and chain (7)
21 Cover diamonds on ship (5)
24 Paper boat I'd folded went around lake (7)
26 Top southern wrestler (7)
27 I court what's accurate (5)
28 Shabby bar set I meant to be thrown out (9)
29 Harry Potter eyes: a trait that's grown stale with time (10)
30 Foreigner invested in banks for business stakes (4)

Down
1 Wash clothes on air (6)
2 Good to feed poor, thin men for the most part (2,3,4) IN THE M(A1)N*
4 He kept longing to have some gin as it's a healthy practise (7)
5 Cooks long-bodied fish with bits of dill laid evenly (7) CODDLES
6 Partner consuming sandwiches and throwing up (7)
7 Emerged with revolutionary army to out opponents (5)
8 Model in the beach is meant for something more special (3,5) SET ASIDE
9 Joking bartender left the German drunk (6)
16 Managed to take organ up at church — it gives out an amplified sound (9) RESONANCE
17 Southern-side grass not as much clean (8) SPOTLESS
19 Position beer bottles for champion (7) APOSTLE
20 Liquid diet — it’s most systematic (7) TIDIEST*
21 Student's workplace had to initially part with a sort of computer (7)
22 Riddle in game needs to be worked out (6) ENIGMA*
23 Cases fancy art in extremely romantic place? Yes! (6)
25 Splendid bachelor party (5)

[sandhya.p61]

Across
1 Tempt graduate to join IT (4)BA/IT
3 The hacks I'd engineered for dummies (10)THICKHEADS*
10 Journalist drinking rum is no longer social (9) ESTRANGED
11 Float up in the air (5)
12 Hall, in that corner, will have a bar (7)
13 Loser desperate to have sex is wandering aimlessly (7)
14 Correspond with a girl over phone at last (5)
15 Synthesised drugs are right away sprinkled (7)
18 Essentially spent dollars to have trimmed pants and chain (7) PENDANT
21 Cover diamonds on ship (5)
24 Paper boat I'd folded went around lake (7) TABLOID
26 Top southern wrestler (7) SPINNER
27 I court what's accurate (5)
28 Shabby bar set I meant to be thrown out (9)
29 Harry Potter eyes: a trait that's grown stale with time (10)
30 Foreigner invested in banks for business stakes (4)

Down
1 Wash clothes on air (6)
2 Good to feed poor, thin men for the most part (2,3,4) IN THE M(A1)N*
4 He kept longing to have some gin as it's a healthy practise (7) HYGIENE
5 Cooks long-bodied fish with bits of dill laid evenly (7) CODDLES
6 Partner consuming sandwiches and throwing up (7)
7 Emerged with revolutionary army to out opponents (5)
8 Model in the beach is meant for something more special (3,5) SET ASIDE
9 Joking bartender left the German drunk (6)
16 Managed to take organ up at church — it gives out an amplified sound (9) RESONANCE
17 Southern-side grass not as much clean (8) SPOTLESS
19 Position beer bottles for champion (7) APOSTLE
20 Liquid diet — it’s most systematic (7) TIDIEST*
21 Student's workplace had to initially part with a sort of computer (7)
22 Riddle in game needs to be worked out (6) ENIGMA*
23 Cases fancy art in extremely romantic place? Yes! (6)
25 Splendid bachelor party (5)

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
1 Tempt graduate to join IT (4)BA/IT
3 The hacks I'd engineered for dummies (10)THICKHEADS*
10 Journalist drinking rum is no longer social (9) ESTRANGED
11 Float up in the air (5)
12 Hall, in that corner, will have a bar (7)
13 Loser desperate to have sex is wandering aimlessly (7)
14 Correspond with a girl over phone at last (5)
15 Synthesised drugs are right away sprinkled (7)
18 Essentially spent dollars to have trimmed pants and chain (7) PENDANT
21 Cover diamonds on ship (5)
24 Paper boat I'd folded went around lake (7) TABLOID
26 Top southern wrestler (7) SPINNER
27 I court what's accurate (5)
28 Shabby bar set I meant to be thrown out (9)
29 Harry Potter eyes: a trait that's grown stale with time (10)STEREOTYPE
30 Foreigner invested in banks for business stakes (4)BETS

Down
1 Wash clothes on air (6)
2 Good to feed poor, thin men for the most part (2,3,4) IN THE M(A1)N*
4 He kept longing to have some gin as it's a healthy practise (7) HYGIENE
5 Cooks long-bodied fish with bits of dill laid evenly (7) CODDLES
6 Partner consuming sandwiches and throwing up (7)
7 Emerged with revolutionary army to out opponents (5)
8 Model in the beach is meant for something more special (3,5) SET ASIDE
9 Joking bartender left the German drunk (6)BANTER
16 Managed to take organ up at church — it gives out an amplified sound (9) RESONANCE
17 Southern-side grass not as much clean (8) SPOTLESS
19 Position beer bottles for champion (7) APOSTLE
20 Liquid diet — it’s most systematic (7) TIDIEST*
21 Student's workplace had to initially part with a sort of computer (7)DESKTOP
22 Riddle in game needs to be worked out (6) ENIGMA*
23 Cases fancy art in extremely romantic place? Yes! (6)
25 Splendid bachelor party (5)BRAVE

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
1 Tempt graduate to join IT (4)BA/IT
3 The hacks I'd engineered for dummies (10)THICKHEADS*
10 Journalist drinking rum is no longer social (9) ESTRANGED
11 Float up in the air (5)ALOFT
12 Hall, in that corner, will have a bar (7)THEATRE
13 Loser desperate to have sex is wandering aimlessly (7)LOITERS
14 Correspond with a girl over phone at last (5)AGREE
15 Synthesised drugs are right away sprinkled (7)SUGARED
18 Essentially spent dollars to have trimmed pants and chain (7) PENDANT
21 Cover diamonds on ship (5)DRESS
24 Paper boat I'd folded went around lake (7) TABLOID
26 Top southern wrestler (7) SPINNER
27 I court what's accurate (5)EXACT
28 Shabby bar set I meant to be thrown out (9)ESTAMINET
29 Harry Potter eyes: a trait that's grown stale with time (10)STEREOTYPE
30 Foreigner invested in banks for business stakes (4)BETS

Down
1 Wash clothes on air (6)BREATH
2 Good to feed poor, thin men for the most part (2,3,4) IN THE M(A1)N*
4 He kept longing to have some gin as it's a healthy practise (7) HYGIENE
5 Cooks long-bodied fish with bits of dill laid evenly (7) CODDLES
6 Partner consuming sandwiches and throwing up (7)HEAVING
7 Emerged with revolutionary army to out opponents (5)AROSE
8 Model in the beach is meant for something more special (3,5) SET ASIDE
9 Joking bartender left the German drunk (6)BANTER
16 Managed to take organ up at church — it gives out an amplified sound (9) RESONANCE
17 Southern-side grass not as much clean (8) SPOTLESS
19 Position beer bottles for champion (7) APOSTLE
20 Liquid diet — it’s most systematic (7) TIDIEST*
21 Student's workplace had to initially part with a sort of computer (7)DESKTOP
22 Riddle in game needs to be worked out (6) ENIGMA*
23 Cases fancy art in extremely romantic place? Yes! (6)CRATES
25 Splendid bachelor party (5)BRAVE

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

[Joshuaceada]

Mac

Across
6 Burette’s starting to drip ethanol (5)
7 Paternal worry during pregnancy (8)
10 Country established on 4th of April, before midday (7)
11 Looking back, Los Angeles, USA captivated us, like one would have expected (2,5)
12 Hamburger served up without sides lead to resentment (7)
13 Inexpert team at Euros owned (7)
14 Siren for one not secured by shackle lock (11)
19 Setter’s innate simplicity (7)
21 Case involving Islamic leader losing an eye, reportedly to cataract (7)
23 Mostly large ice formation (7)
25 Person’s half female (or male)? Operate! (7)
26 Confine wild critters (8)
27 Open on time (5)

Down
1 Mobile, laptop or tablet features (8)
2 Pain rehabilitation helping to counter agonising medical condition (6)
3 Be mortified as the place is in shambles (10)
4 That woman’s a goddess! (4)
5 Fertilizer made from initially melted and then processed urea infused with Nitrogen (6)
6 Strengthen by overturning charge to enter pub (4,2)
8 Excessively praise / perversely laud / frequently and inordinately exalt (7)
9 Territorial army filled with dread (5)
13 Expect a patient involved in an accident to get intensive care, to begin with (10)
15 Male involved in breach of ethics is a drug dealer (7)
16 Mature sperm carries a potential offspring (8)
17 A lake on east Georgia’s borders (5)
18 Agent backed to get prestigious university grant (6)
20 Hospice for travellers — one with free meat having partridge stuffing! (6)
22 Lecture son about sex, with hesitation at first (6)
24 Dishonest person upset by censure (4)

GRID (https://goo.gl/photos/zhSKBgzGxWWr2opo6)

[deepakgita]

Across
6 Burette’s starting to drip ethanol (5)
7 Paternal worry during pregnancy (8) PRENATAL
10 Country established on 4th of April, before midday (7) ESTONIA
11 Looking back, Los Angeles, USA captivated us, like one would have expected (2,5)
12 Hamburger served up without sides lead to resentment (7) UMBRAGE
13 Inexpert team at Euros owned (7) AMATEUR
14 Siren for one not secured by shackle lock (11) ENCHANTRESS
19 Setter’s innate simplicity (7)
21 Case involving Islamic leader losing an eye, reportedly to cataract (7)
23 Mostly large ice formation (7)
25 Person’s half female (or male)? Operate! (7)
26 Confine wild critters (8)
27 Open on time (5)

Down
1 Mobile, laptop or tablet features (8)
2 Pain rehabilitation helping to counter agonising medical condition (6)
3 Be mortified as the place is in shambles (10)
4 That woman’s a goddess! (4)
5 Fertilizer made from initially melted and then processed urea infused with Nitrogen (6)
6 Strengthen by overturning charge to enter pub (4,2)
8 Excessively praise / perversely laud / frequently and inordinately exalt (7)
9 Territorial army filled with dread (5)
13 Expect a patient involved in an accident to get intensive care, to begin with (10)
15 Male involved in breach of ethics is a drug dealer (7)
16 Mature sperm carries a potential offspring (8)
17 A lake on east Georgia’s borders (5)
18 Agent backed to get prestigious university grant (6)
20 Hospice for travellers — one with free meat having partridge stuffing! (6)
22 Lecture son about sex, with hesitation at first (6)
24 Dishonest person upset by censure (4)

[Russellrvw]

Across
6 Burette’s starting to drip ethanol (5)
7 Paternal worry during pregnancy (8) PRENATAL
10 Country established on 4th of April, before midday (7) ESTONIA
11 Looking back, Los Angeles, USA captivated us, like one would have expected (2,5) AS (US)UAL<=
12 Hamburger served up without sides lead to resentment (7) UMBRAGE
13 Inexpert team at Euros owned (7) AMATEUR
14 Siren for one not secured by shackle lock (11) ENCHANTRESS
19 Setter’s innate simplicity (7)
21 Case involving Islamic leader losing an eye, reportedly to cataract (7)
23 Mostly large ice formation (7)
25 Person’s half female (or male)? Operate! (7)
26 Confine wild critters (8) RESTRICT*
27 Open on time (5)

Down
1 Mobile, laptop or tablet features (8) PORTABLE (T)
2 Pain rehabilitation helping to counter agonising medical condition (6)
3 Be mortified as the place is in shambles (10)
4 That woman’s a goddess! (4) HER/A
5 Fertilizer made from initially melted and then processed urea infused with Nitrogen (6) M/A(N)URE*
6 Strengthen by overturning charge to enter pub (4,2)
8 Excessively praise / perversely laud / frequently and inordinately exalt (7)
9 Territorial army filled with dread (5)
13 Expect a patient involved in an accident to get intensive care, to begin with (10)
15 Male involved in breach of ethics is a drug dealer (7)
16 Mature sperm carries a potential offspring (8)
17 A lake on east Georgia’s borders (5)
18 Agent backed to get prestigious university grant (6)
20 Hospice for travellers — one with free meat having partridge stuffing! (6)
22 Lecture son about sex, with hesitation at first (6)
24 Dishonest person upset by censure (4)

[sandhya.p61]

Across
6 Burette’s starting to drip ethanol (5)
7 Paternal worry during pregnancy (8) PRENATAL
10 Country established on 4th of April, before midday (7) ESTONIA
11 Looking back, Los Angeles, USA captivated us, like one would have expected (2,5) AS (US)UAL<=
12 Hamburger served up without sides lead to resentment (7) UMBRAGE
13 Inexpert team at Euros owned (7) AMATEUR
14 Siren for one not secured by shackle lock (11) ENCHANTRESS
19 Setter’s innate simplicity (7)
21 Case involving Islamic leader losing an eye, reportedly to cataract (7) CASCADE
23 Mostly large ice formation (7)
25 Person’s half female (or male)? Operate! (7) PERFORM
26 Confine wild critters (8) RESTRICT*
27 Open on time (5)

Down
1 Mobile, laptop or tablet features (8) PORTABLE (T)
2 Pain rehabilitation helping to counter agonising medical condition (6)
3 Be mortified as the place is in shambles (10)
4 That woman’s a goddess! (4) HER/A
5 Fertilizer made from initially melted and then processed urea infused with Nitrogen (6) M/A(N)URE*
6 Strengthen by overturning charge to enter pub (4,2)
8 Excessively praise / perversely laud / frequently and inordinately exalt (7)ADULATE
9 Territorial army filled with dread (5)
13 Expect a patient involved in an accident to get intensive care, to begin with (10) ANTICIPATE
15 Male involved in breach of ethics is a drug dealer (7)
16 Mature sperm carries a potential offspring (8)
17 A lake on east Georgia’s borders (5)
18 Agent backed to get prestigious university grant (6) PERMIT
20 Hospice for travellers — one with free meat having partridge stuffing! (6)
22 Lecture son about sex, with hesitation at first (6) SERMON
24 Dishonest person upset by censure (4)

[Russellbew]

Across
6 Burette’s starting to drip ethanol (5)
7 Paternal worry during pregnancy (8) PRENATAL
10 Country established on 4th of April, before midday (7) ESTONIA
11 Looking back, Los Angeles, USA captivated us, like one would have expected (2,5) AS (US)UAL<=
12 Hamburger served up without sides lead to resentment (7) UMBRAGE
13 Inexpert team at Euros owned (7) AMATEUR
14 Siren for one not secured by shackle lock (11) ENCHANTRESS
19 Setter’s innate simplicity (7)
21 Case involving Islamic leader losing an eye, reportedly to cataract (7) CASCADE
23 Mostly large ice formation (7)
25 Person’s half female (or male)? Operate! (7) PERFORM
26 Confine wild critters (8) RESTRICT*
27 Open on time (5)

Down
1 Mobile, laptop or tablet features (8) PORTABLE (T)
2 Pain rehabilitation helping to counter agonising medical condition (6)
3 Be mortified as the place is in shambles (10)
4 That woman’s a goddess! (4) HER/A
5 Fertilizer made from initially melted and then processed urea infused with Nitrogen (6) M/A(N)URE*
6 Strengthen by overturning charge to enter pub (4,2)
8 Excessively praise / perversely laud / frequently and inordinately exalt (7)ADULATE
9 Territorial army filled with dread (5)
13 Expect a patient involved in an accident to get intensive care, to begin with (10) ANTICIPATE
15 Male involved in breach of ethics is a drug dealer (7) CHEMIST
16 Mature sperm carries a potential offspring (8) SEASONED
17 A lake on east Georgia’s borders (5) ONEGA
18 Agent backed to get prestigious university grant (6) PERMIT
20 Hospice for travellers — one with free meat having partridge stuffing! (6) IMARET
22 Lecture son about sex, with hesitation at first (6) SERMON
24 Dishonest person upset by censure (4) RAIL

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
6 Burette’s starting to drip ethanol (5)BOOZE
7 Paternal worry during pregnancy (8) PRENATAL
10 Country established on 4th of April, before midday (7) ESTONIA
11 Looking back, Los Angeles, USA captivated us, like one would have expected (2,5) AS (US)UAL<=
12 Hamburger served up without sides lead to resentment (7) UMBRAGE
13 Inexpert team at Euros owned (7) AMATEUR
14 Siren for one not secured by shackle lock (11) ENCHANTRESS
19 Setter’s innate simplicity (7)NAIVETE
21 Case involving Islamic leader losing an eye, reportedly to cataract (7) CASCADE
23 Mostly large ice formation (7)GLACIER
25 Person’s half female (or male)? Operate! (7) PERFORM
26 Confine wild critters (8) RESTRICT*
27 Open on time (5)OVERT

Down
1 Mobile, laptop or tablet features (8) PORTABLE (T)
2 Pain rehabilitation helping to counter agonising medical condition (6)HERNIA
3 Be mortified as the place is in shambles (10)SPHACELATE
4 That woman’s a goddess! (4) HER/A
5 Fertilizer made from initially melted and then processed urea infused with Nitrogen (6) M/A(N)URE*
6 Strengthen by overturning charge to enter pub (4,2)BEEF UP
8 Excessively praise / perversely laud / frequently and inordinately exalt (7)ADULATE
9 Territorial army filled with dread (5)ALARM
13 Expect a patient involved in an accident to get intensive care, to begin with (10) ANTICIPATE
15 Male involved in breach of ethics is a drug dealer (7) CHEMIST
16 Mature sperm carries a potential offspring (8) SEASONED
17 A lake on east Georgia’s borders (5) ONEGA
18 Agent backed to get prestigious university grant (6) PERMIT
20 Hospice for travellers — one with free meat having partridge stuffing! (6) IMARET
22 Lecture son about sex, with hesitation at first (6) SERMON
24 Dishonest person upset by censure (4) RAIL

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

[Joshuaceada]

Gridman

Across
1 Cuddle up as old canoe jolts (8)
5 Exile to leave with order for answer (6)
9 Daredevil clerks seem half-confused (8)
10 Intricate speed measure to try right away (6)
12 Accumulation the Italian found in street (4)
13 Abecedarians titled one ant crawling (10)
15 Strange withdrawal of quote including domestic animal (6)
17 Once and once again (5)
20 Head of school was in tears, having been forced into situation (5)
21 Virtue of Indian pilgrim centre going by the limitations of today (6)
24 Stifling in the car (10)
27 Be shipshape and get the boat ready to sail (4)
29 Almost loftier in training hand doll (6)
30 Revolutionaries departed before first Sunday (8)
31 Mentions America, in short (6)
32 Comes to know converts (8)

Down
1 A gentle stroking of son beset by worries (6)
2 From Venice, lyre exported in a pleasing manner (6)
3 One learner is overwhelmed by large paintings (4)
4 Girl with Indian drink (5)
6 Man stern in arrangement (5)
7 Coming into play by one's own choice (6,2)
8 Such a one for mini play? (3-5)
11 One using foil might be one building a barrier (6)
14 Go — you shouldn’t come through it (4)
16 Tip over best place at the end of line (6)
17 Adds up little ones (4)
18 Poet is so worried these may be radioactive (8)
19 Church given half of crop for work with first-class returns from tree (8)
22 After credit, one's doubly in a big problem (6)
23 Cheers up morning exercises (6)
25 Article's on that point (5)
26 Consuming drug in French city is a family member (5)
28 And others recalled after the deadline (2,2)

GRID (https://goo.gl/photos/8ksdDayoQiEGr2hk6)

[deepakgita]

Across
1 Cuddle up as old canoe jolts (8) CANOODLE
5 Exile to leave with order for answer (6) DEPORT
9 Daredevil clerks seem half-confused (8) RECKLESS
10 Intricate speed measure to try right away (6) KNOTTY
12 Accumulation the Italian found in street (4) SILT
13 Abecedarians titled one ant crawling (10)
15 Strange withdrawal of quote including domestic animal (6)
17 Once and once again (5)
20 Head of school was in tears, having been forced into situation (5)
21 Virtue of Indian pilgrim centre going by the limitations of today (6)
24 Stifling in the car (10)
27 Be shipshape and get the boat ready to sail (4)
29 Almost loftier in training hand doll (6)
30 Revolutionaries departed before first Sunday (8)
31 Mentions America, in short (6)
32 Comes to know converts (8)

Down
1 A gentle stroking of son beset by worries (6)
2 From Venice, lyre exported in a pleasing manner (6)
3 One learner is overwhelmed by large paintings (4)
4 Girl with Indian drink (5)
6 Man stern in arrangement (5)
7 Coming into play by one's own choice (6,2)
8 Such a one for mini play? (3-5)
11 One using foil might be one building a barrier (6)
14 Go — you shouldn’t come through it (4)
16 Tip over best place at the end of line (6)
17 Adds up little ones (4)
18 Poet is so worried these may be radioactive (8)
19 Church given half of crop for work with first-class returns from tree (8)
22 After credit, one's doubly in a big problem (6)
23 Cheers up morning exercises (6)
25 Article's on that point (5)
26 Consuming drug in French city is a family member (5)
28 And others recalled after the deadline (2,2)

[Russellrvw]

Across
1 Cuddle up as old canoe jolts (8) CANOODLE
5 Exile to leave with order for answer (6) DEPORT
9 Daredevil clerks seem half-confused (8) RECKLESS
10 Intricate speed measure to try right away (6) KNOTTY
12 Accumulation the Italian found in street (4) SILT
13 Abecedarians titled one ant crawling (10)
15 Strange withdrawal of quote including domestic animal (6)
17 Once and once again (5)
20 Head of school was in tears, having been forced into situation (5)
21 Virtue of Indian pilgrim centre going by the limitations of today (6)
24 Stifling in the car (10)
27 Be shipshape and get the boat ready to sail (4)
29 Almost loftier in training hand doll (6)
30 Revolutionaries departed before first Sunday (8)
31 Mentions America, in short (6)
32 Comes to know converts (8)

Down
1 A gentle stroking of son beset by worries (6)
2 From Venice, lyre exported in a pleasing manner (6)
3 One learner is overwhelmed by large paintings (4)
4 Girl with Indian drink (5) LASS/I
6 Man stern in arrangement (5)
7 Coming into play by one's own choice (6,2)
8 Such a one for mini play? (3-5)
11 One using foil might be one building a barrier (6)
14 Go — you shouldn’t come through it (4)
16 Tip over best place at the end of line (6)
17 Adds up little ones (4)
18 Poet is so worried these may be radioactive (8) ISOTOPES*
19 Church given half of crop for work with first-class returns from tree (8)
22 After credit, one's doubly in a big problem (6) CR IS IS
23 Cheers up morning exercises (6)
25 Article's on that point (5)
26 Consuming drug in French city is a family member (5) NI(E)CE
28 And others recalled after the deadline (2,2) (ET AL<=)

[sandhya.p61]

Across
1 Cuddle up as old canoe jolts (8) CANOODLE
5 Exile to leave with order for answer (6) DEPORT
9 Daredevil clerks seem half-confused (8) RECKLESS
10 Intricate speed measure to try right away (6) KNOTTY
12 Accumulation the Italian found in street (4) SILT
13 Abecedarians titled one ant crawling (10)
15 Strange withdrawal of quote including domestic animal (6)
17 Once and once again (5)
20 Head of school was in tears, having been forced into situation (5)
21 Virtue of Indian pilgrim centre going by the limitations of today (6)
24 Stifling in the car (10) THROTTLING
27 Be shipshape and get the boat ready to sail (4)
29 Almost loftier in training hand doll (6)
30 Revolutionaries departed before first Sunday (8) LEFTISTS
31 Mentions America, in short (6) STATES
32 Comes to know converts (8) REALISES

Down
1 A gentle stroking of son beset by worries (6)
2 From Venice, lyre exported in a pleasing manner (6)
3 One learner is overwhelmed by large paintings (4)
4 Girl with Indian drink (5) LASS/I
6 Man stern in arrangement (5)
7 Coming into play by one's own choice (6,2)
8 Such a one for mini play? (3-5)
11 One using foil might be one building a barrier (6)
14 Go — you shouldn’t come through it (4)
16 Tip over best place at the end of line (6)
17 Adds up little ones (4)
18 Poet is so worried these may be radioactive (8) ISOTOPES*
19 Church given half of crop for work with first-class returns from tree (8) CECROPIA
22 After credit, one's doubly in a big problem (6) CR IS IS
23 Cheers up morning exercises (6)
25 Article's on that point (5)
26 Consuming drug in French city is a family member (5) NI(E)CE
28 And others recalled after the deadline (2,2) (ET AL<=)

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
1 Cuddle up as old canoe jolts (8) CANOODLE
5 Exile to leave with order for answer (6) DEPORT
9 Daredevil clerks seem half-confused (8) RECKLESS
10 Intricate speed measure to try right away (6) KNOTTY
12 Accumulation the Italian found in street (4) SILT
13 Abecedarians titled one ant crawling (10)
15 Strange withdrawal of quote including domestic animal (6)
17 Once and once again (5)
20 Head of school was in tears, having been forced into situation (5)
21 Virtue of Indian pilgrim centre going by the limitations of today (6)
24 Stifling in the car (10) THROTTLING
27 Be shipshape and get the boat ready to sail (4)
29 Almost loftier in training hand doll (6)
30 Revolutionaries departed before first Sunday (8) LEFTISTS
31 Mentions America, in short (6) STATES
32 Comes to know converts (8) REALISES

Down
1 A gentle stroking of son beset by worries (6)
2 From Venice, lyre exported in a pleasing manner (6)
3 One learner is overwhelmed by large paintings (4)
4 Girl with Indian drink (5) LASS/I
6 Man stern in arrangement (5)
7 Coming into play by one's own choice (6,2)OPTING IN
8 Such a one for mini play? (3-5)
11 One using foil might be one building a barrier (6)
14 Go — you shouldn’t come through it (4)EXIT
16 Tip over best place at the end of line (6)
17 Adds up little ones (4)TOTS
18 Poet is so worried these may be radioactive (8) ISOTOPES*
19 Church given half of crop for work with first-class returns from tree (8) CECROPIA
22 After credit, one's doubly in a big problem (6) CR IS IS
23 Cheers up morning exercises (6)AMUSES
25 Article's on that point (5)THERE
26 Consuming drug in French city is a family member (5) NI(E)CE
28 And others recalled after the deadline (2,2) (ET AL<=)

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
1 Cuddle up as old canoe jolts (8) CANOODLE
5 Exile to leave with order for answer (6) DEPORT
9 Daredevil clerks seem half-confused (8) RECKLESS
10 Intricate speed measure to try right away (6) KNOTTY
12 Accumulation the Italian found in street (4) SILT
13 Abecedarians titled one ant crawling (10)DILETTANTI
15 Strange withdrawal of quote including domestic animal (6)EXOTIC
17 Once and once again (5)TWICE
20 Head of school was in tears, having been forced into situation (5)SWEPT
21 Virtue of Indian pilgrim centre going by the limitations of today (6)PURITY
24 Stifling in the car (10) THROTTLING
27 Be shipshape and get the boat ready to sail (4)TRIM
29 Almost loftier in training hand doll (6)PUPPET
30 Revolutionaries departed before first Sunday (8) LEFTISTS
31 Mentions America, in short (6) STATES
32 Comes to know converts (8) REALISES

Down
1 A gentle stroking of son beset by worries (6)CARESS
2 From Venice, lyre exported in a pleasing manner (6)NICELY
3 One learner is overwhelmed by large paintings (4)OILS
4 Girl with Indian drink (5) LASS/I
6 Man stern in arrangement (5)ERNST
7 Coming into play by one's own choice (6,2)OPTING IN
8 Such a one for mini play? (3-5)TOY-SIZED
11 One using foil might be one building a barrier (6)FENCER
14 Go — you shouldn’t come through it (4)EXIT
16 Tip over best place at the end of line (6)TOPPLE
17 Adds up little ones (4)TOTS
18 Poet is so worried these may be radioactive (8) ISOTOPES*
19 Church given half of crop for work with first-class returns from tree (8) CECROPIA
22 After credit, one's doubly in a big problem (6) CR IS IS
23 Cheers up morning exercises (6)AMUSES
25 Article's on that point (5)THERE
26 Consuming drug in French city is a family member (5) NI(E)CE
28 And others recalled after the deadline (2,2) (ET AL<=)

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

[deepakgita]

Across
1 Spirit of recklessness making a station master follow a primarily dangerous tube (11)
9 Mother's brew might be in it retaining warmth (7)
10 Sort of computer depot's disposed of, getting 1000 (7)
11 Low joint to get one's goat as entrance's broken (5)
12 Not keen to run at Celt, fallen and trembling (9)
13 The same said in French by transport officer (5)
15 Might my soup end up with a fictitious name (9)
18 Dancer's leap has teacher worried over new student's foot (9)
21 Seductress' emergency signal (5)
22 Woodworker to knock and go in (9)
24 University president gets group ruffled (5)
26 Performance not quite right in extra game (7)
27 More strange, son, after daughter, walks shakily (7)
28 Sis, sis, sis... (4-7) HALF-SISTERS


Down
1 Alert dads moved, with legs wide apart (9) ASTRADDLE
2 You and I told to touch type of jumper (1,4)
3 A big hit for the earliest anaesthetized individual (6,3) NUMBER ONE
4 Release from peacekeepers' bind (7)
5 Humour eluding in different ways (7)
6 Strains Mylaporeans uploaded serenading Indian cheerleaders (5)
7 Saint on a mount lost one kitchen gadget (8)
8 Catch sight of blemish (4)
14 Disapproval voiced by one involved in test in a how-to programme (8)
16 Argues against boy going back to get reportedly soft leathers (9) DISSUADES
17 Mints endless rupees with well-designed sites (9) MONETISES
19 Detestable! Headwear falls on spilt fuel (7)
20 Rants by one involved in barters (7)
22 Deal with Commissioner of Police with extreme patience... (4)
23 ...His Excellency holds him up for a considerable period (5)
25 South Indian woman's kitchen gadget (5)

4416

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
1 Spirit of recklessness making a station master follow a primarily dangerous tube (11)
9 Mother's brew might be in it retaining warmth (7)
10 Sort of computer depot's disposed of, getting 1000 (7)
11 Low joint to get one's goat as entrance's broken (5)
12 Not keen to run at Celt, fallen and trembling (9)
13 The same said in French by transport officer (5)
15 Might my soup end up with a fictitious name (9)
18 Dancer's leap has teacher worried over new student's foot (9)
21 Seductress' emergency signal (5)
22 Woodworker to knock and go in (9)
24 University president gets group ruffled (5)
26 Performance not quite right in extra game (7)
27 More strange, son, after daughter, walks shakily (7)
28 Sis, sis, sis... (4-7) HALF-SISTERS


Down
1 Alert dads moved, with legs wide apart (9) ASTRADDLE
2 You and I told to touch type of jumper (1,4)
3 A big hit for the earliest anaesthetized individual (6,3) NUMBER ONE
4 Release from peacekeepers' bind (7)
5 Humour eluding in different ways (7)
6 Strains Mylaporeans uploaded serenading Indian cheerleaders (5)
7 Saint on a mount lost one kitchen gadget (8)
8 Catch sight of blemish (4)
14 Disapproval voiced by one involved in test in a how-to programme (8)
16 Argues against boy going back to get reportedly soft leathers (9) DISSUADES
17 Mints endless rupees with well-designed sites (9) MONETISES
19 Detestable! Headwear falls on spilt fuel (7)HATEFUL
20 Rants by one involved in barters (7)TIRADES
22 Deal with Commissioner of Police with extreme patience... (4)COPE
23 ...His Excellency holds him up for a considerable period (5)EPOCH
25 South Indian woman's kitchen gadget (5)SIEVE

[Russellbew]

Across
1 Spirit of recklessness making a station master follow a primarily dangerous tube (11)
9 Mother's brew might be in it retaining warmth (7) THERMOS
10 Sort of computer depot's disposed of, getting 1000 (7) DESKTOP
11 Low joint to get one's goat as entrance's broken (5) ANKLE
12 Not keen to run at Celt, fallen and trembling (9)
13 The same said in French by transport officer (5) DITTO
15 Might my soup end up with a fictitious name (9)
18 Dancer's leap has teacher worried over new student's foot (9)
21 Seductress' emergency signal (5) SIREN
22 Woodworker to knock and go in (9)
24 University president gets group ruffled (5)
26 Performance not quite right in extra game (7)
27 More strange, son, after daughter, walks shakily (7)
28 Sis, sis, sis... (4-7) HALF-SISTERS


Down
1 Alert dads moved, with legs wide apart (9) ASTRADDLE
2 You and I told to touch type of jumper (1,4)
3 A big hit for the earliest anaesthetized individual (6,3) NUMBER ONE
4 Release from peacekeepers' bind (7)
5 Humour eluding in different ways (7)
6 Strains Mylaporeans uploaded serenading Indian cheerleaders (5)
7 Saint on a mount lost one kitchen gadget (8)
8 Catch sight of blemish (4)
14 Disapproval voiced by one involved in test in a how-to programme (8)
16 Argues against boy going back to get reportedly soft leathers (9) DISSUADES
17 Mints endless rupees with well-designed sites (9) MONETISES
19 Detestable! Headwear falls on spilt fuel (7)HATEFUL
20 Rants by one involved in barters (7)TIRADES
22 Deal with Commissioner of Police with extreme patience... (4)COPE
23 ...His Excellency holds him up for a considerable period (5)EPOCH
25 South Indian woman's kitchen gadget (5)SIEVE

[Russellrvw]

Across
1 Spirit of recklessness making a station master follow a primarily dangerous tube (11) A/D/VENTURI/SM
9 Mother's brew might be in it retaining warmth (7)
10 Sort of computer depot's disposed of, getting 1000 (7)
11 Low joint to get one's goat as entrance's broken (5)
12 Not keen to run at Celt, fallen and trembling (9) RELUCTANT*
13 The same said in French by transport officer (5)
15 Might my soup end up with a fictitious name (9) PSUEDONYM*
18 Dancer's leap has teacher worried over new student's foot (9) {E(N)TRECHA*}{T}
21 Seductress' emergency signal (5)
22 Woodworker to knock and go in (9)
24 University president gets group ruffled (5)
26 Performance not quite right in extra game (7) P(L)AY OFF
27 More strange, son, after daughter, walks shakily (7)
28 Sis, sis, sis... (4-7) HALF-SISTERS


Down
1 Alert dads moved, with legs wide apart (9) ASTRADDLE
2 You and I told to touch type of jumper (1,4)
3 A big hit for the earliest anaesthetized individual (6,3) NUMBER ONE
4 Release from peacekeepers' bind (7)
5 Humour eluding in different ways (7)
6 Strains Mylaporeans uploaded serenading Indian cheerleaders (5)
7 Saint on a mount lost one kitchen gadget (8)
8 Catch sight of blemish (4)
14 Disapproval voiced by one involved in test in a how-to programme (8)
16 Argues against boy going back to get reportedly soft leathers (9) DISSUADES
17 Mints endless rupees with well-designed sites (9) MONETISES
19 Detestable! Headwear falls on spilt fuel (7)HATEFUL
20 Rants by one involved in barters (7)TIRADES
22 Deal with Commissioner of Police with extreme patience... (4)COPE
23 ...His Excellency holds him up for a considerable period (5)EPOCH
25 South Indian woman's kitchen gadget (5)SIEVE

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
1 Spirit of recklessness making a station master follow a primarily dangerous tube (11) A/D/VENTURI/SM
9 Mother's brew might be in it retaining warmth (7)THERMOS
10 Sort of computer depot's disposed of, getting 1000 (7)DESKTOP
11 Low joint to get one's goat as entrance's broken (5)ANKLE
12 Not keen to run at Celt, fallen and trembling (9) RELUCTANT*
13 The same said in French by transport officer (5)DITTO
15 Might my soup end up with a fictitious name (9) PSUEDONYM*
18 Dancer's leap has teacher worried over new student's foot (9) {E(N)TRECHA*}{T}
21 Seductress' emergency signal (5)SIREN
22 Woodworker to knock and go in (9)CARPENTER
24 University president gets group ruffled (5)UPSET
26 Performance not quite right in extra game (7) P(L)AY OFF
27 More strange, son, after daughter, walks shakily (7)DODDERS
28 Sis, sis, sis... (4-7) HALF-SISTERS


Down
1 Alert dads moved, with legs wide apart (9) ASTRADDLE
2 You and I told to touch type of jumper (1,4)V NECK
3 A big hit for the earliest anaesthetized individual (6,3) NUMBER ONE
4 Release from peacekeepers' bind (7)UNSTRAP
5 Humour eluding in different ways (7)INDULGE
6 Strains Mylaporeans uploaded serenading Indian cheerleaders (5)MUSIC
7 Saint on a mount lost one kitchen gadget (8)STRAINER
8 Catch sight of blemish (4)SPOT
14 Disapproval voiced by one involved in test in a how-to programme (8)TUTORIAL
16 Argues against boy going back to get reportedly soft leathers (9) DISSUADES
17 Mints endless rupees with well-designed sites (9) MONETISES
19 Detestable! Headwear falls on spilt fuel (7)HATEFUL
20 Rants by one involved in barters (7)TIRADES
22 Deal with Commissioner of Police with extreme patience... (4)COPE
23 ...His Excellency holds him up for a considerable period (5)EPOCH
25 South Indian woman's kitchen gadget (5)SIEVE

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

[deepakgita]

Across
1 Toy rattled, interrupting father with a variable routine (3-2-3)
6 Revolutionary plans for unwanted messages (4)
10 Five hundred wander in herd (5)
11 Great round left for fan (9)
12 Spot temperature after dance party (5,3)
13 Dark colour in strand (6)
15 Study, keen, or cry desperately for calculation aid (5,8)
18 Dull name carried by blend not working (13)
20 Cook accepting fish willingly (6)
21 Element in mobile ringtone (8)
24 Go too far across section of river (9)
25 Carnivore has endlessly consuming hunger (5)
26 Responsibility for tax (4)
27 Botched raid’s set to be calamity (8)


Down
2 Chain of islands completely enthralling first pair of tourists (5) ATOLL
3 Film in which Alec Guinness appeared sinister in dark style he developed (3,11) THE LADY KILLERS
4 Single saint taken in by attractive fraud (10) DISHONESTY
5 During party a psychiatrist talks annoyingly (4) YAPS
7 Worked up prior to producing medley (9) POTPOURRI
8 Start of research into state of the sea (6)
9 Composer having bad manners has job capturing hearts (8,6)
10 Go and catch editor up (6)
14 Encounters room on island, quiet in upper regions (10)
16 Purpose in elevated novel, not heartless fun (9)
17 Old article about northern programme (6)
19 Give answer following crossing (6)
22 Understanding finally about live bird (5)
23 Settled softly with relief (4)


http://www.thehindu.com/features/magazine/the-sunday-crossword/article7593528.ece

[Russellbew]

Across
1 Toy rattled, interrupting father with a variable routine (3-2-3) DAY-TO-DAY
6 Revolutionary plans for unwanted messages (4) SPAM
10 Five hundred wander in herd (5)
11 Great round left for fan (9)
12 Spot temperature after dance party (5,3)
13 Dark colour in strand (6)
15 Study, keen, or cry desperately for calculation aid (5,8) READY RECKONER
18 Dull name carried by blend not working (13)
20 Cook accepting fish willingly (6)
21 Element in mobile ringtone (8)
24 Go too far across section of river (9)
25 Carnivore has endlessly consuming hunger (5)
26 Responsibility for tax (4)
27 Botched raid’s set to be calamity (8) DISASTER


Down
2 Chain of islands completely enthralling first pair of tourists (5) ATOLL
3 Film in which Alec Guinness appeared sinister in dark style he developed (3,11) THE LADY KILLERS
4 Single saint taken in by attractive fraud (10) DISHONESTY
5 During party a psychiatrist talks annoyingly (4) YAPS
7 Worked up prior to producing medley (9) POTPOURRI
8 Start of research into state of the sea (6)
9 Composer having bad manners has job capturing hearts (8,6)
10 Go and catch editor up (6)
14 Encounters room on island, quiet in upper regions (10)
16 Purpose in elevated novel, not heartless fun (9)
17 Old article about northern programme (6)
19 Give answer following crossing (6)
22 Understanding finally about live bird (5)
23 Settled softly with relief (4) PAID

[sandhya.p61]

Across
1 Toy rattled, interrupting father with a variable routine (3-2-3) DAY-TO-DAY
6 Revolutionary plans for unwanted messages (4) SPAM
10 Five hundred wander in herd (5)
11 Great round left for fan (9)
12 Spot temperature after dance party (5,3) POLKA DOT
13 Dark colour in strand (6)
15 Study, keen, or cry desperately for calculation aid (5,8) READY RECKONER
18 Dull name carried by blend not working (13) UNINTERESTING
20 Cook accepting fish willingly (6)
21 Element in mobile ringtone (8)
24 Go too far across section of river (9)
25 Carnivore has endlessly consuming hunger (5)
26 Responsibility for tax (4)
27 Botched raid’s set to be calamity (8) DISASTER


Down
2 Chain of islands completely enthralling first pair of tourists (5) ATOLL
3 Film in which Alec Guinness appeared sinister in dark style he developed (3,11) THE LADY KILLERS
4 Single saint taken in by attractive fraud (10) DISHONESTY
5 During party a psychiatrist talks annoyingly (4) YAPS
7 Worked up prior to producing medley (9) POTPOURRI
8 Start of research into state of the sea (6)
9 Composer having bad manners has job capturing hearts (8,6) JOHANNES BRAHMS
10 Go and catch editor up (6)
14 Encounters room on island, quiet in upper regions (10) SKIRMISHES
16 Purpose in elevated novel, not heartless fun (9) AMUSEMENT
17 Old article about northern programme (6)
19 Give answer following crossing (6)
22 Understanding finally about live bird (5)
23 Settled softly with relief (4) PAID

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
1 Toy rattled, interrupting father with a variable routine (3-2-3) DAY-TO-DAY
6 Revolutionary plans for unwanted messages (4) SPAM
10 Five hundred wander in herd (5)DROVE
11 Great round left for fan (9)SUPPORTER
12 Spot temperature after dance party (5,3) POLKA DOT
13 Dark colour in strand (6)MAROON
15 Study, keen, or cry desperately for calculation aid (5,8) READY RECKONER
18 Dull name carried by blend not working (13) UNINTERESTING
20 Cook accepting fish willingly (6)FREELY
21 Element in mobile ringtone (8)NITROGEN
24 Go too far across section of river (9)
25 Carnivore has endlessly consuming hunger (5)
26 Responsibility for tax (4)
27 Botched raid’s set to be calamity (8) DISASTER


Down
2 Chain of islands completely enthralling first pair of tourists (5) ATOLL
3 Film in which Alec Guinness appeared sinister in dark style he developed (3,11) THE LADY KILLERS
4 Single saint taken in by attractive fraud (10) DISHONESTY
5 During party a psychiatrist talks annoyingly (4) YAPS
7 Worked up prior to producing medley (9) POTPOURRI
8 Start of research into state of the sea (6)
9 Composer having bad manners has job capturing hearts (8,6) JOHANNES BRAHMS
10 Go and catch editor up (6)
14 Encounters room on island, quiet in upper regions (10) SKIRMISHES
16 Purpose in elevated novel, not heartless fun (9) AMUSEMENT
17 Old article about northern programme (6)
19 Give answer following crossing (6)
22 Understanding finally about live bird (5)
23 Settled softly with relief (4) PAID

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
1 Toy rattled, interrupting father with a variable routine (3-2-3) DAY-TO-DAY
6 Revolutionary plans for unwanted messages (4) SPAM
10 Five hundred wander in herd (5)DROVE
11 Great round left for fan (9)SUPPORTER
12 Spot temperature after dance party (5,3) POLKA DOT
13 Dark colour in strand (6)MAROON
15 Study, keen, or cry desperately for calculation aid (5,8) READY RECKONER
18 Dull name carried by blend not working (13) UNINTERESTING
20 Cook accepting fish willingly (6)FREELY
21 Element in mobile ringtone (8)NITROGEN
24 Go too far across section of river (9)OVERREACH
25 Carnivore has endlessly consuming hunger (5)HYENA
26 Responsibility for tax (4)DUTY
27 Botched raid’s set to be calamity (8) DISASTER


Down
2 Chain of islands completely enthralling first pair of tourists (5) ATOLL
3 Film in which Alec Guinness appeared sinister in dark style he developed (3,11) THE LADY KILLERS
4 Single saint taken in by attractive fraud (10) DISHONESTY
5 During party a psychiatrist talks annoyingly (4) YAPS
7 Worked up prior to producing medley (9) POTPOURRI
8 Start of research into state of the sea (6)MARINE
9 Composer having bad manners has job capturing hearts (8,6) JOHANNES BRAHMS
10 Go and catch editor up (6)DEPART
14 Encounters room on island, quiet in upper regions (10) SKIRMISHES
16 Purpose in elevated novel, not heartless fun (9) AMUSEMENT
17 Old article about northern programme (6)AGENDA
19 Give answer following crossing (6)AFFORD
22 Understanding finally about live bird (5)GREBE
23 Settled softly with relief (4) PAID

:clap::clap::clap: Good!

[Joshuaceada]

Gridman

Across
1 Rise! Soar excitedly for rows of beads (8)
6 Reckless in collision without a bit of care or caution (4)
9 Utter reconstruction around royal tower (6)
10 Thin — to a certain degree (7)
13 Completely impressed by making a point at crease (9)
14 Violent behaviour of a Gulag group (5)
15 They are used to fashion models (4)
16 Gone to the bathroom, Puducherry leader is kept informed (2,3,4)
19 No way? A girl denied right squirms with a bit of sentimentality (9)
21 Nothing but a pond (4)
24 Took a tumble with a jolly good bloke (5)
25 Tired? Was that man, with daughter, away from home? (6-3)
26 Dazed American general leans back among coterie (7)
27 Get old boy's volunteers home (6)
28 Is in possession of papa's door fastener (4)
29 Indeed fellows get model mad (8)

Down
2 Nothing the French loaded in boat is rich (7)
3 Ma upright about one taking a heavenly drink? (6)
4 Turning, Di found comic coming in uninvited (9)
5 Make catty remarks on Poles' boat (5)
7 Fast! Almost claim run out! (7)
8 Then only Prof. broke cornucopia (4,2,6)
11 Marks stages (6)
12 Sees how it goes both ways (4,3,5)
17 To change, I got off train at second half of platform (9)
18 Japanese mat the industrialist gets with a note (6)
20 Son states having bagged fifty trophies (7)
22 Brought me back to books I have found stirring (7)
23 The sort of track that leaves you knocked off? (6)
25 Conducted a bit of witch-hunt with the old (5)

GRID (https://goo.gl/photos/Kh8Q1nxafqRkJBdh6)

[Russellrvw]

Grid mistake. 16A & 19A are of 9 letters. The first cell of 16 and last of 19 should have been crossed.

Across
1 Rise! Soar excitedly for rows of beads (8)
6 Reckless in collision without a bit of care or caution (4)
9 Utter reconstruction around royal tower (6)
10 Thin — to a certain degree (7)
13 Completely impressed by making a point at crease (9)
14 Violent behaviour of a Gulag group (5)
15 They are used to fashion models (4)
16 Gone to the bathroom, Puducherry leader is kept informed (2,3,4) (IN THE LOO)(P)
19 No way? A girl denied right squirms with a bit of sentimentality (9) NO/ST/A/LGI*[-r]/A
21 Nothing but a pond (4)
24 Took a tumble with a jolly good bloke (5)
25 Tired? Was that man, with daughter, away from home? (6-3)
26 Dazed American general leans back among coterie (7)
27 Get old boy's volunteers home (6)
28 Is in possession of papa's door fastener (4)
29 Indeed fellows get model mad (8)

Down
2 Nothing the French loaded in boat is rich (7)
3 Ma upright about one taking a heavenly drink? (6)
4 Turning, Di found comic coming in uninvited (9)
5 Make catty remarks on Poles' boat (5)
7 Fast! Almost claim run out! (7)
8 Then only Prof. broke cornucopia (4,2,6) HORN OF PLENTY*
11 Marks stages (6)
12 Sees how it goes both ways (4,3,5) BACK AND FORTH [CD]
17 To change, I got off train at second half of platform (9) TRA[-i]N/S/[-plat]FORM
18 Japanese mat the industrialist gets with a note (6)
20 Son states having bagged fifty trophies (7)
22 Brought me back to books I have found stirring (7)
23 The sort of track that leaves you knocked off? (6)
25 Conducted a bit of witch-hunt with the old (5)

[deepakgita]

Across
1 Rise! Soar excitedly for rows of beads (8) ROSARIES
6 Reckless in collision without a bit of care or caution (4) RASH
9 Utter reconstruction around royal tower (6) TURRET
10 Thin — to a certain degree (7) ANGULAR
13 Completely impressed by making a point at crease (9) AWESTRUCK
14 Violent behaviour of a Gulag group (5)
15 They are used to fashion models (4)
16 Gone to the bathroom, Puducherry leader is kept informed (2,3,4) (IN THE LOO)(P)
19 No way? A girl denied right squirms with a bit of sentimentality (9) NO/ST/A/LGI*[-r]/A
21 Nothing but a pond (4)
24 Took a tumble with a jolly good bloke (5)
25 Tired? Was that man, with daughter, away from home? (6-3)
26 Dazed American general leans back among coterie (7)
27 Get old boy's volunteers home (6)
28 Is in possession of papa's door fastener (4)
29 Indeed fellows get model mad (8)

Down
2 Nothing the French loaded in boat is rich (7)
3 Ma upright about one taking a heavenly drink? (6)
4 Turning, Di found comic coming in uninvited (9)
5 Make catty remarks on Poles' boat (5)
7 Fast! Almost claim run out! (7)
8 Then only Prof. broke cornucopia (4,2,6) HORN OF PLENTY*
11 Marks stages (6)
12 Sees how it goes both ways (4,3,5) BACK AND FORTH [CD]
17 To change, I got off train at second half of platform (9) TRA[-i]N/S/[-plat]FORM
18 Japanese mat the industrialist gets with a note (6)
20 Son states having bagged fifty trophies (7)
22 Brought me back to books I have found stirring (7)
23 The sort of track that leaves you knocked off? (6)
25 Conducted a bit of witch-hunt with the old (5)

[deepakgita]

News from the IXL Chief Patron posted on the Facebook page of IXL Players


Dear IXLer


Here's the news you were waiting for. The third edition of Indian Crossword League (IXL) is gearing up for the launch. We have decided to have the launch tentatively on September 27, a Sunday, in Kolkata. The tentative date for the Grand Finale is December 20, again a Sunday. The registration will begin on September 1.


The broad format of the contest will remain as it has been for the past two years. The only change, we hope you will relish this, is that it is going to be bigger, and so, tougher. To engage the bright Indian diaspora, we are planning New York and Toronto legs of this unique contest. The winners from both cities will get a direct entry to the Grand Finale. However, we will slightly tweak the norms for the two cities. Instead of online rounds, there will be a one-time one-hour offline written test. A formal announcement will be made soon.


For the past two years, we have travelled together on the road hardly trodden and found that it leads to mental succour seldom realised. We solicit your company on another such adventure. It's also a rare opportunity to bond with the like-minded.


So, mark the two dates in your appointment diary in bold and be part of an incredible fun.


Chief Patron
Extra-C
B-55 Buddha Colony
Patna-800001

[Russellbew]

Across
1 Rise! Soar excitedly for rows of beads (8) ROSARIES
6 Reckless in collision without a bit of care or caution (4) RASH
9 Utter reconstruction around royal tower (6) TURRET
10 Thin — to a certain degree (7) ANGULAR
13 Completely impressed by making a point at crease (9) AWESTRUCK
14 Violent behaviour of a Gulag group (5)
15 They are used to fashion models (4)
16 Gone to the bathroom, Puducherry leader is kept informed (2,3,4) (IN THE LOO)(P)
19 No way? A girl denied right squirms with a bit of sentimentality (9) NO/ST/A/LGI*[-r]/A
21 Nothing but a pond (4)
24 Took a tumble with a jolly good bloke (5)
25 Tired? Was that man, with daughter, away from home? (6-3) WASHED-OUT
26 Dazed American general leans back among coterie (7) REELING
27 Get old boy's volunteers home (6) OBTAIN
28 Is in possession of papa's door fastener (4) HASP
29 Indeed fellows get model mad (8) DEMENTED

Down
2 Nothing the French loaded in boat is rich (7)
3 Ma upright about one taking a heavenly drink? (6)
4 Turning, Di found comic coming in uninvited (9)
5 Make catty remarks on Poles' boat (5)
7 Fast! Almost claim run out! (7)
8 Then only Prof. broke cornucopia (4,2,6) HORN OF PLENTY*
11 Marks stages (6)
12 Sees how it goes both ways (4,3,5) BACK AND FORTH [CD]
17 To change, I got off train at second half of platform (9) TRA[-i]N/S/[-plat]FORM
18 Japanese mat the industrialist gets with a note (6)
20 Son states having bagged fifty trophies (7)
22 Brought me back to books I have found stirring (7)
23 The sort of track that leaves you knocked off? (6)
25 Conducted a bit of witch-hunt with the old (5)

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
1 Rise! Soar excitedly for rows of beads (8) ROSARIES
6 Reckless in collision without a bit of care or caution (4) RASH
9 Utter reconstruction around royal tower (6) TURRET
10 Thin — to a certain degree (7) ANGULAR
13 Completely impressed by making a point at crease (9) AWESTRUCK
14 Violent behaviour of a Gulag group (5)
15 They are used to fashion models (4)
16 Gone to the bathroom, Puducherry leader is kept informed (2,3,4) (IN THE LOO)(P)
19 No way? A girl denied right squirms with a bit of sentimentality (9) NO/ST/A/LGI*[-r]/A
21 Nothing but a pond (4)
24 Took a tumble with a jolly good bloke (5)
25 Tired? Was that man, with daughter, away from home? (6-3) WASHED-OUT
26 Dazed American general leans back among coterie (7) REELING
27 Get old boy's volunteers home (6) OBTAIN
28 Is in possession of papa's door fastener (4) HASP
29 Indeed fellows get model mad (8) DEMENTED

Down
2 Nothing the French loaded in boat is rich (7)OPULENT
3 Ma upright about one taking a heavenly drink? (6)
4 Turning, Di found comic coming in uninvited (9)
5 Make catty remarks on Poles' boat (5)
7 Fast! Almost claim run out! (7)
8 Then only Prof. broke cornucopia (4,2,6) HORN OF PLENTY*
11 Marks stages (6)GRADES
12 Sees how it goes both ways (4,3,5) BACK AND FORTH [CD]
17 To change, I got off train at second half of platform (9) TRA[-i]N/S/[-plat]FORM
18 Japanese mat the industrialist gets with a note (6)
20 Son states having bagged fifty trophies (7)
22 Brought me back to books I have found stirring (7)EMOTIVE
23 The sort of track that leaves you knocked off? (6)BEATEN
25 Conducted a bit of witch-hunt with the old (5)WAGED

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
1 Rise! Soar excitedly for rows of beads (8) ROSARIES
6 Reckless in collision without a bit of care or caution (4) RASH
9 Utter reconstruction around royal tower (6) TURRET
10 Thin — to a certain degree (7) ANGULAR
13 Completely impressed by making a point at crease (9) AWESTRUCK
14 Violent behaviour of a Gulag group (5)AGGRO
15 They are used to fashion models (4)KITS
16 Gone to the bathroom, Puducherry leader is kept informed (2,3,4) (IN THE LOO)(P)
19 No way? A girl denied right squirms with a bit of sentimentality (9) NO/ST/A/LGI*[-r]/A
21 Nothing but a pond (4)MERE
24 Took a tumble with a jolly good bloke (5)FELLA
25 Tired? Was that man, with daughter, away from home? (6-3) WASHED-OUT
26 Dazed American general leans back among coterie (7) REELING
27 Get old boy's volunteers home (6) OBTAIN
28 Is in possession of papa's door fastener (4) HASP
29 Indeed fellows get model mad (8) DEMENTED

Down
2 Nothing the French loaded in boat is rich (7)OPULENT
3 Ma upright about one taking a heavenly drink? (6)AMRITA
4 Turning, Di found comic coming in uninvited (9)INTRUDING
5 Make catty remarks on Poles' boat (5)SNARK
7 Fast! Almost claim run out! (7)ALLEGRO
8 Then only Prof. broke cornucopia (4,2,6) HORN OF PLENTY*
11 Marks stages (6)GRADES
12 Sees how it goes both ways (4,3,5) BACK AND FORTH [CD]
17 To change, I got off train at second half of platform (9) TRA[-i]N/S/[-plat]FORM
18 Japanese mat the industrialist gets with a note (6)TATAMI
20 Son states having bagged fifty trophies (7)SALVERS
22 Brought me back to books I have found stirring (7)EMOTIVE
23 The sort of track that leaves you knocked off? (6)BEATEN
25 Conducted a bit of witch-hunt with the old (5)WAGED

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

[Joshuaceada]

Gridman

Across
1 They are “just looking” on the Net (8)
5 Journalist tore around to catch princess (6)
9 Learner's reality endlessly translating word for word (7)
10 Switzerland weapons supplier is a smooth operator (7)
11 Frank's turn to coast (9)
12 On with morning paper pack (4)
14 Miss openings available in good Indian realty launches (4)
15 Straying from the subject and making message unintelligible (10)
17 He finishes off period in a reversal of twaddle (10)
19 Ruler withdraws from supra-state (4)
22 Said to run away from a kind of market (4)
23 Tamil leader developing roofing material (9)
25 Try to contain struggle that is more massive (7)
26 How funds may be held under guardianship (2,5)
27 Obese, that woman's relative (6)
28 More knotty in larger formation (8)

Down
1 Struggles against headstrong one at sporting events (10)
2 Last longer in clothes that are not “in” (7)
3 Son's slow speed in writing (6)
4 Wave to ship from fairground ride (13)
6 Vitriolic venting in violent tirade about Information Bureau (8)
7 Man's criticism on one percussion set (7)
8 Hard to come by in Agra residences (4)
10 Joint work by fifty in company science room, with speech following (13)
13 Garret agog about one who collects things (10)
16 Activate A-list I've put together (8)
18 Dependent on broken nail on the tip of instrument (7)
20 Incentives from university in outstretched limits (7)
21 Duck rest frolicking outside company (6)
24 Head dismisses one cook (4)

[Russellrvw]

Across
1 They are “just looking” on the Net (8)
5 Journalist tore around to catch princess (6)
9 Learner's reality endlessly translating word for word (7) (L)(ITERAL*[-y])
10 Switzerland weapons supplier is a smooth operator (7)
11 Frank's turn to coast (9)
12 On with morning paper pack (4)
14 Miss openings available in good Indian realty launches (4)
15 Straying from the subject and making message unintelligible (10)
17 He finishes off period in a reversal of twaddle (10)
19 Ruler withdraws from supra-state (4)
22 Said to run away from a kind of market (4) ~flee FLEA
23 Tamil leader developing roofing material (9)
25 Try to contain struggle that is more massive (7)
26 How funds may be held under guardianship (2,5) IN TRUST (CD)
27 Obese, that woman's relative (6)
28 More knotty in larger formation (8) GNARLIER*

Down
1 Struggles against headstrong one at sporting events (10)
2 Last longer in clothes that are not “in” (7)
3 Son's slow speed in writing (6)
4 Wave to ship from fairground ride (13)
6 Vitriolic venting in violent tirade about Information Bureau (8)
7 Man's criticism on one percussion set (7)
8 Hard to come by in Agra residences (4)
10 Joint work by fifty in company science room, with speech following (13) CO(L)LAB/ORATION
13 Garret agog about one who collects things (10)
16 Activate A-list I've put together (8)
18 Dependent on broken nail on the tip of instrument (7)
20 Incentives from university in outstretched limits (7)
21 Duck rest frolicking outside company (6)
24 Head dismisses one cook (4)

[deepakgita]

Across
1 They are “just looking” on the Net (8) BROWSERS
5 Journalist tore around to catch princess (6) EDITOR
9 Learner's reality endlessly translating word for word (7) (L)(ITERAL*[-y])
10 Switzerland weapons supplier is a smooth operator (7) CHARMER
11 Frank's turn to coast (9) FREEWHEEL
12 On with morning paper pack (4) REAM
14 Miss openings available in good Indian realty launches (4)
15 Straying from the subject and making message unintelligible (10)
17 He finishes off period in a reversal of twaddle (10)
19 Ruler withdraws from supra-state (4)
22 Said to run away from a kind of market (4) ~flee FLEA
23 Tamil leader developing roofing material (9)
25 Try to contain struggle that is more massive (7)
26 How funds may be held under guardianship (2,5) IN TRUST (CD)
27 Obese, that woman's relative (6)
28 More knotty in larger formation (8) GNARLIER*

Down
1 Struggles against headstrong one at sporting events (10)
2 Last longer in clothes that are not “in” (7)
3 Son's slow speed in writing (6)
4 Wave to ship from fairground ride (13)
6 Vitriolic venting in violent tirade about Information Bureau (8)
7 Man's criticism on one percussion set (7)
8 Hard to come by in Agra residences (4)
10 Joint work by fifty in company science room, with speech following (13) CO(L)LAB/ORATION
13 Garret agog about one who collects things (10)
16 Activate A-list I've put together (8)
18 Dependent on broken nail on the tip of instrument (7)
20 Incentives from university in outstretched limits (7)
21 Duck rest frolicking outside company (6)
24 Head dismisses one cook (4)

[sandhya.p61]

Across
1 They are “just looking” on the Net (8) BROWSERS
5 Journalist tore around to catch princess (6) EDITOR
9 Learner's reality endlessly translating word for word (7) (L)(ITERAL*[-y])
10 Switzerland weapons supplier is a smooth operator (7) CHARMER
11 Frank's turn to coast (9) FREEWHEEL
12 On with morning paper pack (4) REAM
14 Miss openings available in good Indian realty launches (4)
15 Straying from the subject and making message unintelligible (10)
17 He finishes off period in a reversal of twaddle (10) TERMINATOR
19 Ruler withdraws from supra-state (4)
22 Said to run away from a kind of market (4) ~flee FLEA
23 Tamil leader developing roofing material (9) THATCHING
25 Try to contain struggle that is more massive (7)
26 How funds may be held under guardianship (2,5) IN TRUST (CD)
27 Obese, that woman's relative (6)
28 More knotty in larger formation (8) GNARLIER*

Down
1 Struggles against headstrong one at sporting events (10) BULLFIGHTS
2 Last longer in clothes that are not “in” (7)
3 Son's slow speed in writing (6)
4 Wave to ship from fairground ride (13) ROLLERCOASTER
6 Vitriolic venting in violent tirade about Information Bureau (8)
7 Man's criticism on one percussion set (7) TIMPANI
8 Hard to come by in Agra residences (4)
10 Joint work by fifty in company science room, with speech following (13) CO(L)LAB/ORATION
13 Garret agog about one who collects things (10)
16 Activate A-list I've put together (8)
18 Dependent on broken nail on the tip of instrument (7)
20 Incentives from university in outstretched limits (7)
21 Duck rest frolicking outside company (6)
24 Head dismisses one cook (4)

[CLUELESS]

Across
1 They are “just looking” on the Net (8) BROWSERS
5 Journalist tore around to catch princess (6) EDITOR
9 Learner's reality endlessly translating word for word (7) (L)(ITERAL*[-y])
10 Switzerland weapons supplier is a smooth operator (7) CHARMER
11 Frank's turn to coast (9) FREEWHEEL
12 On with morning paper pack (4) REAM
14 Miss openings available in good Indian realty launches (4) GIRL
15 Straying from the subject and making message unintelligible (10)
17 He finishes off period in a reversal of twaddle (10) TERMINATOR
19 Ruler withdraws from supra-state (4) TSAR
22 Said to run away from a kind of market (4) ~flee FLEA
23 Tamil leader developing roofing material (9) THATCHING
25 Try to contain struggle that is more massive (7)
26 How funds may be held under guardianship (2,5) IN TRUST (CD)
27 Obese, that woman's relative (6)
28 More knotty in larger formation (8) GNARLIER*

Down
1 Struggles against headstrong one at sporting events (10) BULLFIGHTS
2 Last longer in clothes that are not “in” (7)
3 Son's slow speed in writing (6)
4 Wave to ship from fairground ride (13) ROLLERCOASTER
6 Vitriolic venting in violent tirade about Information Bureau (8) DIATRIBE
7 Man's criticism on one percussion set (7) TIMPANI
8 Hard to come by in Agra residences (4) RARE
10 Joint work by fifty in company science room, with speech following (13) CO(L)LAB/ORATION
13 Garret agog about one who collects things (10)
16 Activate A-list I've put together (8)
18 Dependent on broken nail on the tip of instrument (7)
20 Incentives from university in outstretched limits (7)
21 Duck rest frolicking outside company (6)
24 Head dismisses one cook (4) CHEF

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
1 They are “just looking” on the Net (8) BROWSERS
5 Journalist tore around to catch princess (6) EDITOR
9 Learner's reality endlessly translating word for word (7) (L)(ITERAL*[-y])
10 Switzerland weapons supplier is a smooth operator (7) CHARMER
11 Frank's turn to coast (9) FREEWHEEL
12 On with morning paper pack (4) REAM
14 Miss openings available in good Indian realty launches (4) GIRL
15 Straying from the subject and making message unintelligible (10)
17 He finishes off period in a reversal of twaddle (10) TERMINATOR
19 Ruler withdraws from supra-state (4) TSAR
22 Said to run away from a kind of market (4) ~flee FLEA
23 Tamil leader developing roofing material (9) THATCHING
25 Try to contain struggle that is more massive (7)
26 How funds may be held under guardianship (2,5) IN TRUST (CD)
27 Obese, that woman's relative (6)
28 More knotty in larger formation (8) GNARLIER*

Down
1 Struggles against headstrong one at sporting events (10) BULLFIGHTS
2 Last longer in clothes that are not “in” (7)OUTWEAR
3 Son's slow speed in writing (6)
4 Wave to ship from fairground ride (13) ROLLERCOASTER
6 Vitriolic venting in violent tirade about Information Bureau (8) DIATRIBE
7 Man's criticism on one percussion set (7) TIMPANI
8 Hard to come by in Agra residences (4) RARE
10 Joint work by fifty in company science room, with speech following (13) CO(L)LAB/ORATION
13 Garret agog about one who collects things (10)AGGREGATOR
16 Activate A-list I've put together (8)VITALISE
18 Dependent on broken nail on the tip of instrument (7)RELIANT
20 Incentives from university in outstretched limits (7)STIMULI
21 Duck rest frolicking outside company (6)
24 Head dismisses one cook (4) CHEF

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
1 They are “just looking” on the Net (8) BROWSERS
5 Journalist tore around to catch princess (6) EDITOR
9 Learner's reality endlessly translating word for word (7) (L)(ITERAL*[-y])
10 Switzerland weapons supplier is a smooth operator (7) CHARMER
11 Frank's turn to coast (9) FREEWHEEL
12 On with morning paper pack (4) REAM
14 Miss openings available in good Indian realty launches (4) GIRL
15 Straying from the subject and making message unintelligible (10)SCRAMBLING
17 He finishes off period in a reversal of twaddle (10) TERMINATOR
19 Ruler withdraws from supra-state (4) TSAR
22 Said to run away from a kind of market (4) ~flee FLEA
23 Tamil leader developing roofing material (9) THATCHING
25 Try to contain struggle that is more massive (7)HEAVIER
26 How funds may be held under guardianship (2,5) IN TRUST (CD)
27 Obese, that woman's relative (6)FATHER
28 More knotty in larger formation (8) GNARLIER*

Down
1 Struggles against headstrong one at sporting events (10) BULLFIGHTS
2 Last longer in clothes that are not “in” (7)OUTWEAR
3 Son's slow speed in writing (6)SCRAWL
4 Wave to ship from fairground ride (13) ROLLERCOASTER
6 Vitriolic venting in violent tirade about Information Bureau (8) DIATRIBE
7 Man's criticism on one percussion set (7) TIMPANI
8 Hard to come by in Agra residences (4) RARE
10 Joint work by fifty in company science room, with speech following (13) CO(L)LAB/ORATION
13 Garret agog about one who collects things (10)AGGREGATOR
16 Activate A-list I've put together (8)VITALISE
18 Dependent on broken nail on the tip of instrument (7)RELIANT
20 Incentives from university in outstretched limits (7)STIMULI
21 Duck rest frolicking outside company (6)SCOTER
24 Head dismisses one cook (4) CHEF

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

[Joshuaceada]

Neyartha

Across
1 Musical compositions making the cat hide inside the torn coats (8)
5 Mother returns to embrace difficult duty in the church's chancel (6)
9 Violations of battle codes by Washington at church on the border with Spain (3,6)
11 Eccentric neurotic rankled to some extent (5)
12 Hospital diagnostic found in a container placed outside the Austrian Supreme Court (1,1,1,4)
14 Irradiate by accident after loss of note in an attack by armed planes (3,4)
15 Criminal hackers muted by an outdated currency (8,4)
17 Choose to run out with the student around a city for a type of capacitor (12)
20 Noble's correct to follow the superior power (7)
22 Spinner capable of wreaking havoc? (7)
23 Subject's flat (5)
24 Urgency oddly lacking before expression of hesitation by criminal lying down (9)
26 Stop and oppose the Republican leader getting expelled by a Democrat (6)
27 Obliquely sew daisy in an intricate manner (8)

Down
1 Strike for the patchwork processed by the missing pro (6)
2 Sing about the opening into a mine from the south near a major artery (9)
3 Manner of the beneficiary in conversation (3)
4 Ram's tradition misinterpreted by the chief executive (13)
6 Opinionated about rich king going up to get rid of the gem initially having two colours (11)
7 In Croatia, Raja finds a jewelled headdress (5)
8 Japanese emperor's sacred chant in retreat interrupted by an Islamic judge's rising ego (6)
10 Coach clips toy smeared with some bacteria (13)
13 Some religious people with a former British PM (not sick) go with hesitation on Sabbath (11)
16 Work on stage after hearing mythical bird in a type of music album (4,5)
18 Tense with excitement when questioned persistently (6)
19 Odd pages making some Protestant clergymen renounce a right (6)
21 Are these taken for acceptance? (5)
25 Crazed daughter makes way for the Oriental — a famous Miss West (3)

[deepakgita]

4424

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[deepakgita]

Across
1 Musical compositions making the cat hide inside the torn coats (8) TOCCATAS
5 Mother returns to embrace difficult duty in the church's chancel (6) ADYTUM
9 Violations of battle codes by Washington at church on the border with Spain (3,6) WAR CRIMES
11 Eccentric neurotic rankled to some extent (5) CRANK
12 Hospital diagnostic found in a container placed outside the Austrian Supreme Court (1,1,1,4) C A T SCAN
14 Irradiate by accident after loss of note in an attack by armed planes (3,4)
15 Criminal hackers muted by an outdated currency (8,4)
17 Choose to run out with the student around a city for a type of capacitor (12)
20 Noble's correct to follow the superior power (7)
22 Spinner capable of wreaking havoc? (7)
23 Subject's flat (5)
24 Urgency oddly lacking before expression of hesitation by criminal lying down (9)
26 Stop and oppose the Republican leader getting expelled by a Democrat (6)
27 Obliquely sew daisy in an intricate manner (8)

Down
1 Strike for the patchwork processed by the missing pro (6)
2 Sing about the opening into a mine from the south near a major artery (9)
3 Manner of the beneficiary in conversation (3)
4 Ram's tradition misinterpreted by the chief executive (13)
6 Opinionated about rich king going up to get rid of the gem initially having two colours (11)
7 In Croatia, Raja finds a jewelled headdress (5)
8 Japanese emperor's sacred chant in retreat interrupted by an Islamic judge's rising ego (6)
10 Coach clips toy smeared with some bacteria (13)
13 Some religious people with a former British PM (not sick) go with hesitation on Sabbath (11)
16 Work on stage after hearing mythical bird in a type of music album (4,5)
18 Tense with excitement when questioned persistently (6)
19 Odd pages making some Protestant clergymen renounce a right (6)
21 Are these taken for acceptance? (5)
25 Crazed daughter makes way for the Oriental — a famous Miss West (3)

[Russellbew]

Across
1 Musical compositions making the cat hide inside the torn coats (8) TOCCATAS
5 Mother returns to embrace difficult duty in the church's chancel (6) ADYTUM
9 Violations of battle codes by Washington at church on the border with Spain (3,6) WAR CRIMES
11 Eccentric neurotic rankled to some extent (5) CRANK
12 Hospital diagnostic found in a container placed outside the Austrian Supreme Court (1,1,1,4) C A T SCAN
14 Irradiate by accident after loss of note in an attack by armed planes (3,4) AIR RAID
15 Criminal hackers muted by an outdated currency (8,4) DEUTSCHE MARK
17 Choose to run out with the student around a city for a type of capacitor (12)
20 Noble's correct to follow the superior power (7)
22 Spinner capable of wreaking havoc? (7)
23 Subject's flat (5)
24 Urgency oddly lacking before expression of hesitation by criminal lying down (9)
26 Stop and oppose the Republican leader getting expelled by a Democrat (6)
27 Obliquely sew daisy in an intricate manner (8) SIDEWAYS

Down
1 Strike for the patchwork processed by the missing pro (6) [/B]THWACK[/B]
2 Sing about the opening into a mine from the south near a major artery (9)
3 Manner of the beneficiary in conversation (3)
4 Ram's tradition misinterpreted by the chief executive (13) ADMINISTRATOR
6 Opinionated about rich king going up to get rid of the gem initially having two colours (11)
7 In Croatia, Raja finds a jewelled headdress (5)
8 Japanese emperor's sacred chant in retreat interrupted by an Islamic judge's rising ego (6)
10 Coach clips toy smeared with some bacteria (13)
13 Some religious people with a former British PM (not sick) go with hesitation on Sabbath (11)
16 Work on stage after hearing mythical bird in a type of music album (4,5)
18 Tense with excitement when questioned persistently (6)
19 Odd pages making some Protestant clergymen renounce a right (6)
21 Are these taken for acceptance? (5)
25 Crazed daughter makes way for the Oriental — a famous Miss West (3)

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
1 Musical compositions making the cat hide inside the torn coats (8) TOCCATAS
5 Mother returns to embrace difficult duty in the church's chancel (6) ADYTUM
9 Violations of battle codes by Washington at church on the border with Spain (3,6) WAR CRIMES
11 Eccentric neurotic rankled to some extent (5) CRANK
12 Hospital diagnostic found in a container placed outside the Austrian Supreme Court (1,1,1,4) C A T SCAN
14 Irradiate by accident after loss of note in an attack by armed planes (3,4) AIR RAID
15 Criminal hackers muted by an outdated currency (8,4) DEUTSCHE MARK
17 Choose to run out with the student around a city for a type of capacitor (12)
20 Noble's correct to follow the superior power (7)UPRIGHT
22 Spinner capable of wreaking havoc? (7)CYCLONE
23 Subject's flat (5)
24 Urgency oddly lacking before expression of hesitation by criminal lying down (9)RECUMBENT
26 Stop and oppose the Republican leader getting expelled by a Democrat (6)DESIST
27 Obliquely sew daisy in an intricate manner (8) SIDEWAYS

Down
1 Strike for the patchwork processed by the missing pro (6) THWACK
2 Sing about the opening into a mine from the south near a major artery (9)
3 Manner of the beneficiary in conversation (3)AIR
4 Ram's tradition misinterpreted by the chief executive (13) ADMINISTRATOR
6 Opinionated about rich king going up to get rid of the gem initially having two colours (11)
7 In Croatia, Raja finds a jewelled headdress (5)TIARA
8 Japanese emperor's sacred chant in retreat interrupted by an Islamic judge's rising ego (6)
10 Coach clips toy smeared with some bacteria (13)
13 Some religious people with a former British PM (not sick) go with hesitation on Sabbath (11)
16 Work on stage after hearing mythical bird in a type of music album (4,5)
18 Tense with excitement when questioned persistently (6)
19 Odd pages making some Protestant clergymen renounce a right (6)
21 Are these taken for acceptance? (5)
25 Crazed daughter makes way for the Oriental — a famous Miss West (3)

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
1 Musical compositions making the cat hide inside the torn coats (8) TOCCATAS
5 Mother returns to embrace difficult duty in the church's chancel (6) ADYTUM
9 Violations of battle codes by Washington at church on the border with Spain (3,6) WAR CRIMES
11 Eccentric neurotic rankled to some extent (5) CRANK
12 Hospital diagnostic found in a container placed outside the Austrian Supreme Court (1,1,1,4) C A T SCAN
14 Irradiate by accident after loss of note in an attack by armed planes (3,4) AIR RAID
15 Criminal hackers muted by an outdated currency (8,4) DEUTSCHE MARK
17 Choose to run out with the student around a city for a type of capacitor (12)ELECTROLYTIC
20 Noble's correct to follow the superior power (7)UPRIGHT
22 Spinner capable of wreaking havoc? (7)CYCLONE
23 Subject's flat (5)PRONE
24 Urgency oddly lacking before expression of hesitation by criminal lying down (9)RECUMBENT
26 Stop and oppose the Republican leader getting expelled by a Democrat (6)DESIST
27 Obliquely sew daisy in an intricate manner (8) SIDEWAYS

Down
1 Strike for the patchwork processed by the missing pro (6) THWACK
2 Sing about the opening into a mine from the south near a major artery (9)CAROTIDAL
3 Manner of the beneficiary in conversation (3)AIR
4 Ram's tradition misinterpreted by the chief executive (13) ADMINISTRATOR
6 Opinionated about rich king going up to get rid of the gem initially having two colours (11)DICHROMATIC
7 In Croatia, Raja finds a jewelled headdress (5)TIARA
8 Japanese emperor's sacred chant in retreat interrupted by an Islamic judge's rising ego (6)MIKADO
10 Coach clips toy smeared with some bacteria (13)STAPHYLOCOCCI
13 Some religious people with a former British PM (not sick) go with hesitation on Sabbath (11)CHURCHGOERS
16 Work on stage after hearing mythical bird in a type of music album (4,5)ROCK OPERA
18 Tense with excitement when questioned persistently (6)PUMPED
19 Odd pages making some Protestant clergymen renounce a right (6)RECTOS
21 Are these taken for acceptance? (5)ROOTS
25 Crazed daughter makes way for the Oriental — a famous Miss West (3)MAE

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

[Joshuaceada]

Neyartha

Across
1 Revolutionary fines settler for opportunism (4-8)
8 Make a hole to accommodate the quiet artist with a kitchen aid (7)
9 Princess and old partner return to the side building (6)
11 Security provided by a nest egg? (9)
12 Sail after misplacing a rib (5)
14 Break down in session on getting the auditory effect characterized by too much sound (9)
16 Letters from Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan with old currency (4)
18 Partner's apprentice replaced by a bishop with great skill (4)
19 Sober and mild (9)
21 Inert gas removed from a DNA base in the glandular organs (5)
22 Votes strangely to retain the tube around a tall silk hat (9)
23 Scottish chief makes way for the new wide scarves obtained illegally (6)
25 Mark's mischievous child with Rhode Island books (7)
26 Novel garment design is relating to the affairs of the state (12)

Down
2 Playing with the seal in style deep down (11)
3 Judicial supervisor dismissed graduate reporting ill (8)
4 Careless about lithium penetrating the mesh trapping new egg inside (9)
5 Letter travelling at the speed of light? (1-4)
6 An ineffectual person's upset tone breaks the Greek character with Charlie (6)
7 Duty's a burden (3)
8 Protects harbour worker and the persons getting sued (10)
10 Criminal magnate imprisons half the seamen on board (10)
13 Congenital defect found in Spain? FBI aid distributed (5,6)
15 Allegory by a Seychelles doctor on the storage tower brought up by the Frenchman (9)
17 In recital, pick up and discard the company voucher after this (8)
20 Sierra Leone gets introduced to the Ukrainian capital in this Jewish month (6)
22 Boys on a road trip smuggling an echo sounder (5)
24 Loot sent up with a small powerful boat (3)

[Russellrvw]

Across
1 Revolutionary fines settler for opportunism (4-8) SELF-INTEREST*
8 Make a hole to accommodate the quiet artist with a kitchen aid (7)
9 Princess and old partner return to the side building (6) (ANNE)(XE<=)
11 Security provided by a nest egg? (9)
12 Sail after misplacing a rib (5)
14 Break down in session on getting the auditory effect characterized by too much sound (9)
16 Letters from Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan with old currency (4) LIRA (T)
18 Partner's apprentice replaced by a bishop with great skill (4)
19 Sober and mild (9)
21 Inert gas removed from a DNA base in the glandular organs (5)
22 Votes strangely to retain the tube around a tall silk hat (9)
23 Scottish chief makes way for the new wide scarves obtained illegally (6)
25 Mark's mischievous child with Rhode Island books (7) IMP/RI/NT
26 Novel garment design is relating to the affairs of the state (12) GOVERNMENTAL*

Down
2 Playing with the seal in style deep down (11)
3 Judicial supervisor dismissed graduate reporting ill (8)
4 Careless about lithium penetrating the mesh trapping new egg inside (9)
5 Letter travelling at the speed of light? (1-4)
6 An ineffectual person's upset tone breaks the Greek character with Charlie (6)
7 Duty's a burden (3)
8 Protects harbour worker and the persons getting sued (10)
10 Criminal magnate imprisons half the seamen on board (10)
13 Congenital defect found in Spain? FBI aid distributed (5,6)
15 Allegory by a Seychelles doctor on the storage tower brought up by the Frenchman (9)
17 In recital, pick up and discard the company voucher after this (8)
20 Sierra Leone gets introduced to the Ukrainian capital in this Jewish month (6)
22 Boys on a road trip smuggling an echo sounder (5)
24 Loot sent up with a small powerful boat (3)

[deepakgita]

Across
1 Revolutionary fines settler for opportunism (4-8) SELF-INTEREST*
8 Make a hole to accommodate the quiet artist with a kitchen aid (7)
9 Princess and old partner return to the side building (6) (ANNE)(XE<=)
11 Security provided by a nest egg? (9)
12 Sail after misplacing a rib (5)
14 Break down in session on getting the auditory effect characterized by too much sound (9)
16 Letters from Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan with old currency (4) LIRA (T)
18 Partner's apprentice replaced by a bishop with great skill (4)
19 Sober and mild (9)
21 Inert gas removed from a DNA base in the glandular organs (5)
22 Votes strangely to retain the tube around a tall silk hat (9)
23 Scottish chief makes way for the new wide scarves obtained illegally (6)
25 Mark's mischievous child with Rhode Island books (7) IMP/RI/NT
26 Novel garment design is relating to the affairs of the state (12) GOVERNMENTAL*

Down
2 Playing with the seal in style deep down (11) ESSENTIALLY
3 Judicial supervisor dismissed graduate reporting ill (8) FORENSIC
4 Careless about lithium penetrating the mesh trapping new egg inside (9)
5 Letter travelling at the speed of light? (1-4)
6 An ineffectual person's upset tone breaks the Greek character with Charlie (6)
7 Duty's a burden (3)
8 Protects harbour worker and the persons getting sued (10) DEFENDANTS
10 Criminal magnate imprisons half the seamen on board (10) MANAGEMENT
13 Congenital defect found in Spain? FBI aid distributed (5,6) SPINA BIFIDA
15 Allegory by a Seychelles doctor on the storage tower brought up by the Frenchman (9)
17 In recital, pick up and discard the company voucher after this (8)
20 Sierra Leone gets introduced to the Ukrainian capital in this Jewish month (6)
22 Boys on a road trip smuggling an echo sounder (5)
24 Loot sent up with a small powerful boat (3)

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
1 Revolutionary fines settler for opportunism (4-8) SELF-INTEREST*
8 Make a hole to accommodate the quiet artist with a kitchen aid (7)
9 Princess and old partner return to the side building (6) (ANNE)(XE<=)
11 Security provided by a nest egg? (9)
12 Sail after misplacing a rib (5)
14 Break down in session on getting the auditory effect characterized by too much sound (9)
16 Letters from Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan with old currency (4) LIRA (T)
18 Partner's apprentice replaced by a bishop with great skill (4)
19 Sober and mild (9)
21 Inert gas removed from a DNA base in the glandular organs (5)
22 Votes strangely to retain the tube around a tall silk hat (9)
23 Scottish chief makes way for the new wide scarves obtained illegally (6)
25 Mark's mischievous child with Rhode Island books (7) IMP/RI/NT
26 Novel garment design is relating to the affairs of the state (12) GOVERNMENTAL*

Down
2 Playing with the seal in style deep down (11) ESSENTIALLY
3 Judicial supervisor dismissed graduate reporting ill (8) FORENSIC
4 Careless about lithium penetrating the mesh trapping new egg inside (9)NEGLIGENT
5 Letter travelling at the speed of light? (1-4)E-MAIL
6 An ineffectual person's upset tone breaks the Greek character with Charlie (6)
7 Duty's a burden (3)TAX
8 Protects harbour worker and the persons getting sued (10) DEFENDANTS
10 Criminal magnate imprisons half the seamen on board (10) MANAGEMENT
13 Congenital defect found in Spain? FBI aid distributed (5,6) SPINA BIFIDA
15 Allegory by a Seychelles doctor on the storage tower brought up by the Frenchman (9)
17 In recital, pick up and discard the company voucher after this (8)
20 Sierra Leone gets introduced to the Ukrainian capital in this Jewish month (6)
22 Boys on a road trip smuggling an echo sounder (5)SONAR
24 Loot sent up with a small powerful boat (3)TUG

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
1 Revolutionary fines settler for opportunism (4-8) SELF-INTEREST*
8 Make a hole to accommodate the quiet artist with a kitchen aid (7)DISHRAG
9 Princess and old partner return to the side building (6) (ANNE)(XE<=)
11 Security provided by a nest egg? (9)FINANCIAL
12 Sail after misplacing a rib (5)COSTA
14 Break down in session on getting the auditory effect characterized by too much sound (9)NOISINESS
16 Letters from Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan with old currency (4) LIRA (T)
18 Partner's apprentice replaced by a bishop with great skill (4)ABLY
19 Sober and mild (9)TEMPERATE
21 Inert gas removed from a DNA base in the glandular organs (5)THYMI
22 Votes strangely to retain the tube around a tall silk hat (9)STOVEPIPE
23 Scottish chief makes way for the new wide scarves obtained illegally (6)STOLEN
25 Mark's mischievous child with Rhode Island books (7) IMP/RI/NT
26 Novel garment design is relating to the affairs of the state (12) GOVERNMENTAL*

Down
2 Playing with the seal in style deep down (11) ESSENTIALLY
3 Judicial supervisor dismissed graduate reporting ill (8) FORENSIC
4 Careless about lithium penetrating the mesh trapping new egg inside (9)NEGLIGENT
5 Letter travelling at the speed of light? (1-4)E-MAIL
6 An ineffectual person's upset tone breaks the Greek character with Charlie (6)EUNUCH
7 Duty's a burden (3)TAX
8 Protects harbour worker and the persons getting sued (10) DEFENDANTS
10 Criminal magnate imprisons half the seamen on board (10) MANAGEMENT
13 Congenital defect found in Spain? FBI aid distributed (5,6) SPINA BIFIDA
15 Allegory by a Seychelles doctor on the storage tower brought up by the Frenchman (9)SYMBOLISM
17 In recital, pick up and discard the company voucher after this (8)HEREUPON
20 Sierra Leone gets introduced to the Ukrainian capital in this Jewish month (6)KISLEV
22 Boys on a road trip smuggling an echo sounder (5)SONAR
24 Loot sent up with a small powerful boat (3)TUG

:clap::clap::clap: A toughie!

[Joshuaceada]

Buzzer

Across
1 Young girl wearing a denim (6)
5 Keep mum's photograph (5,2)
9 Creatively very unoriginal work (4,4,6)
11 Have flipping fine overturned no matter what (4,2)
12 Resistance for new start up business (8)
13 Go chasing trendy pop group (5)
14 Try again about attending draw (9)
16 A winged god's speed in air during flight (9)
18 Arsenal is trying to assemble sought-after individuals (1-4)
20 Go into details of experiment briefly with professor (6,2)
22 Judge, any other biblical character (6)
24 Prays clue gets commendation? (6,2,6)
25 Rising northern climb (7)
26 Keep so fresh with black teas (6)

Down
2 Tight and neat over (2,2,3)
3 All-pervading in essence surrounding squalor (9)
4 Frequently disappearing into town by midday (4)
5 C-consumed salt (9)
6 Cricket match umpire shortened to a third caused widespread disgust (5)
7 Quip about horse going over gorge (7)
8 Painting, to me is different in colour (12)
10 Tender small change in Tokyo's food shop (12)
14 Conclude choppy tour on sea (6,3)
15 Characteristic of traffic sign (9)
17 Running repairs for some swords (7)
19 Popular aversion to accept society quickly (2,5)
21 Well suited position for a recess (5)
23 Each article post office processed at first (1,3)

GRID (https://goo.gl/photos/TEEy5dcRDRiemYwq7)

[deepakgita]

Across
1 Young girl wearing a denim (6) MAIDEN
5 Keep mum's photograph (5,2) CLOSE UP
9 Creatively very unoriginal work (4,4,6) EARN YOUR LIVING
11 Have flipping fine overturned no matter what (4,2) EVEN IF
12 Resistance for new start up business (8) COMMERCE
13 Go chasing trendy pop group (5)
14 Try again about attending draw (9)
16 A winged god's speed in air during flight (9)
18 Arsenal is trying to assemble sought-after individuals (1-4)
20 Go into details of experiment briefly with professor (6,2)
22 Judge, any other biblical character (6)
24 Prays clue gets commendation? (6,2,6)
25 Rising northern climb (7)
26 Keep so fresh with black teas (6)

Down
2 Tight and neat over (2,2,3)
3 All-pervading in essence surrounding squalor (9)
4 Frequently disappearing into town by midday (4)
5 C-consumed salt (9)
6 Cricket match umpire shortened to a third caused widespread disgust (5)
7 Quip about horse going over gorge (7)
8 Painting, to me is different in colour (12)
10 Tender small change in Tokyo's food shop (12)
14 Conclude choppy tour on sea (6,3)
15 Characteristic of traffic sign (9)
17 Running repairs for some swords (7)
19 Popular aversion to accept society quickly (2,5)
21 Well suited position for a recess (5)
23 Each article post office processed at first (1,3)

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
1 Young girl wearing a denim (6) MAIDEN
5 Keep mum's photograph (5,2) CLOSE UP
9 Creatively very unoriginal work (4,4,6) EARN YOUR LIVING
11 Have flipping fine overturned no matter what (4,2) EVEN IF
12 Resistance for new start up business (8) COMMERCE
13 Go chasing trendy pop group (5)
14 Try again about attending draw (9)
16 A winged god's speed in air during flight (9)
18 Arsenal is trying to assemble sought-after individuals (1-4)
20 Go into details of experiment briefly with professor (6,2)
22 Judge, any other biblical character (6)
24 Prays clue gets commendation? (6,2,6)
25 Rising northern climb (7)
26 Keep so fresh with black teas (6)

Down
2 Tight and neat over (2,2,3)
3 All-pervading in essence surrounding squalor (9)
4 Frequently disappearing into town by midday (4)
5 C-consumed salt (9)
6 Cricket match umpire shortened to a third caused widespread disgust (5)
7 Quip about horse going over gorge (7)
8 Painting, to me is different in colour (12)
10 Tender small change in Tokyo's food shop (12)
14 Conclude choppy tour on sea (6,3)REASONS OUT
15 Characteristic of traffic sign (9)
17 Running repairs for some swords (7)RAPIERS
19 Popular aversion to accept society quickly (2,5)IN HASTE
21 Well suited position for a recess (5)NICHE
23 Each article post office processed at first (1,3)A POP

[Joshuaceada]

Buzzer

Across
1 Maybe illness affecting a series of factory workers (8,4)
8 Beige colour fan (4)
9 Perfect trick some say to get a friend (10)
11 Compose very ordinary article (6)
12 Big band's performance stunt (8)
14 Not oddly aviation is unprofitable (4)
16 Reel from funny gagster (7)
18 Strikes during LS poll awful in retrospect (7)
19 Penned a legal document (4)
22 Happen to regret following a star (4,4)
23 Sort of junction/intersection for a mess (6)
24 Now is represented thus in time (4,6)
26 Slip, scratching head in a church recess (4)
27 Killing is his happiness (12)

Down
2 Outlet manufactured a fine velvet say (6,5)
3 English setter seen outside church is an entertainer (5)
4 It is not dangerous to go past 8 reportedly (6)
5 One might be representing genus tyro? (9)
6 Lives by dogmata essentially showing faith (3)
7 Pleasure getting into bed? (5)
10 Essays about leader of Bantu families (6)
13 Bird can be sailing through near strong wind (11)
15 Give one a latitude to be objective (9)
17 See-through cut in a boot (6)
20 Ungulate flicking an unusual tongue (6)
21 Girl's after college rank (5)
23 False things coming out of one's mouth? (5)
25 It is bad, 'cos standing under it gives tan (3)

GRID (https://goo.gl/photos/nJHMkhtFYEjD6gGp6)

[Russellrvw]

Across
1 Maybe illness affecting a series of factory workers (8,4) ASSEMBLY LINE*
8 Beige colour fan (4)
9 Perfect trick some say to get a friend (10) CON/SUM~some/MATE
11 Compose very ordinary article (6)
12 Big band's performance stunt (8)
14 Not oddly aviation is unprofitable (4)
16 Reel from funny gagster (7)
18 Strikes during LS poll awful in retrospect (7)
19 Penned a legal document (4)
22 Happen to regret following a star (4,4)
23 Sort of junction/intersection for a mess (6)
24 Now is represented thus in time (4,6)
26 Slip, scratching head in a church recess (4)
27 Killing is his happiness (12) MAN'S/LAUGHTER

Down
2 Outlet manufactured a fine velvet say (6,5) SAFETY VALVE*
3 English setter seen outside church is an entertainer (5)
4 It is not dangerous to go past 8 reportedly (6) BE/NIGN ~be nine
5 One might be representing genus tyro? (9)
6 Lives by dogmata essentially showing faith (3)
7 Pleasure getting into bed? (5)
10 Essays about leader of Bantu families (6)
13 Bird can be sailing through near strong wind (11)
15 Give one a latitude to be objective (9)
17 See-through cut in a boot (6)
20 Ungulate flicking an unusual tongue (6)
21 Girl's after college rank (5)
23 False things coming out of one's mouth? (5)
25 It is bad, 'cos standing under it gives tan (3)

[deepakgita]

Across
1 Maybe illness affecting a series of factory workers (8,4) ASSEMBLY LINE*
8 Beige colour fan (4) BUFF
9 Perfect trick some say to get a friend (10) CON/SUM~some/MATE
11 Compose very ordinary article (6) SOOTHE
12 Big band's performance stunt (8) GIGANTIC
14 Not oddly aviation is unprofitable (4) VAIN
16 Reel from funny gagster (7) STAGGER
18 Strikes during LS poll awful in retrospect (7)
19 Penned a legal document (4)
22 Happen to regret following a star (4,4)
23 Sort of junction/intersection for a mess (6)
24 Now is represented thus in time (4,6)
26 Slip, scratching head in a church recess (4)
27 Killing is his happiness (12) MAN'S/LAUGHTER

Down
2 Outlet manufactured a fine velvet say (6,5) SAFETY VALVE*
3 English setter seen outside church is an entertainer (5)
4 It is not dangerous to go past 8 reportedly (6) BE/NIGN ~be nine
5 One might be representing genus tyro? (9)
6 Lives by dogmata essentially showing faith (3)
7 Pleasure getting into bed? (5)
10 Essays about leader of Bantu families (6)
13 Bird can be sailing through near strong wind (11)
15 Give one a latitude to be objective (9)
17 See-through cut in a boot (6)
20 Ungulate flicking an unusual tongue (6)
21 Girl's after college rank (5)
23 False things coming out of one's mouth? (5)
25 It is bad, 'cos standing under it gives tan (3)

[Russellbew]

Across
1 Maybe illness affecting a series of factory workers (8,4) ASSEMBLY LINE*
8 Beige colour fan (4) BUFF
9 Perfect trick some say to get a friend (10) CON/SUM~some/MATE
11 Compose very ordinary article (6) SOOTHE
12 Big band's performance stunt (8) GIGANTIC
14 Not oddly aviation is unprofitable (4) VAIN
16 Reel from funny gagster (7) STAGGER
18 Strikes during LS poll awful in retrospect (7) WALLOPS
19 Penned a legal document (4) WRIT
22 Happen to regret following a star (4,4)
23 Sort of junction/intersection for a mess (6)
24 Now is represented thus in time (4,6)
26 Slip, scratching head in a church recess (4) APSE
27 Killing is his happiness (12) MAN'S/LAUGHTER

Down
2 Outlet manufactured a fine velvet say (6,5) SAFETY VALVE*
3 English setter seen outside church is an entertainer (5)
4 It is not dangerous to go past 8 reportedly (6) BE/NIGN ~be nine
5 One might be representing genus tyro? (9) YOUNGSTER
6 Lives by dogmata essentially showing faith (3) ISM
7 Pleasure getting into bed? (5)
10 Essays about leader of Bantu families (6)
13 Bird can be sailing through near strong wind (11)
15 Give one a latitude to be objective (9)
17 See-through cut in a boot (6)
20 Ungulate flicking an unusual tongue (6)
21 Girl's after college rank (5)
23 False things coming out of one's mouth? (5)
25 It is bad, 'cos standing under it gives tan (3)

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
1 Maybe illness affecting a series of factory workers (8,4) ASSEMBLY LINE*
8 Beige colour fan (4) BUFF
9 Perfect trick some say to get a friend (10) CON/SUM~some/MATE
11 Compose very ordinary article (6) SOOTHE
12 Big band's performance stunt (8) GIGANTIC
14 Not oddly aviation is unprofitable (4) VAIN
16 Reel from funny gagster (7) STAGGER
18 Strikes during LS poll awful in retrospect (7) WALLOPS
19 Penned a legal document (4) WRIT
22 Happen to regret following a star (4,4)
23 Sort of junction/intersection for a mess (6)
24 Now is represented thus in time (4,6)
26 Slip, scratching head in a church recess (4) APSE
27 Killing is his happiness (12) MAN'S/LAUGHTER

Down
2 Outlet manufactured a fine velvet say (6,5) SAFETY VALVE*
3 English setter seen outside church is an entertainer (5)
4 It is not dangerous to go past 8 reportedly (6) BE/NIGN ~be nine
5 One might be representing genus tyro? (9) YOUNGSTER
6 Lives by dogmata essentially showing faith (3) ISM
7 Pleasure getting into bed? (5)
10 Essays about leader of Bantu families (6)TRIBES
13 Bird can be sailing through near strong wind (11)
15 Give one a latitude to be objective (9)IMPARTIAL
17 See-through cut in a boot (6)
20 Ungulate flicking an unusual tongue (6)
21 Girl's after college rank (5)CLASS
23 False things coming out of one's mouth? (5)TEETH
25 It is bad, 'cos standing under it gives tan (3)SIN

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
1 Maybe illness affecting a series of factory workers (8,4) ASSEMBLY LINE*
8 Beige colour fan (4) BUFF
9 Perfect trick some say to get a friend (10) CON/SUM~some/MATE
11 Compose very ordinary article (6) SOOTHE
12 Big band's performance stunt (8) GIGANTIC
14 Not oddly aviation is unprofitable (4) VAIN
16 Reel from funny gagster (7) STAGGER
18 Strikes during LS poll awful in retrospect (7) WALLOPS
19 Penned a legal document (4) WRIT
22 Happen to regret following a star (4,4)COME TRUE
23 Sort of junction/intersection for a mess (6)TANGLE
24 Now is represented thus in time (4,6)THIS MINUTE
26 Slip, scratching head in a church recess (4) APSE
27 Killing is his happiness (12) MAN'S/LAUGHTER

Down
2 Outlet manufactured a fine velvet say (6,5) SAFETY VALVE*
3 English setter seen outside church is an entertainer (5)EMCEE
4 It is not dangerous to go past 8 reportedly (6) BE/NIGN ~be nine
5 One might be representing genus tyro? (9) YOUNGSTER
6 Lives by dogmata essentially showing faith (3) ISM
7 Pleasure getting into bed? (5)FUTON
10 Essays about leader of Bantu families (6)TRIBES
13 Bird can be sailing through near strong wind (11)
15 Give one a latitude to be objective (9)IMPARTIAL
17 See-through cut in a boot (6)GALOSH
20 Ungulate flicking an unusual tongue (6)TELUGU
21 Girl's after college rank (5)CLASS
23 False things coming out of one's mouth? (5)TEETH
25 It is bad, 'cos standing under it gives tan (3)SIN

:clap::clap::clap: A big thanks to all teachers, academic and else!

[deepakgita]

Across
1 Horrible stranger’s second sin (10)
6 Bitter revolutionary in predicament (4)
9 Projecting part, large one attached to a plant (7)
10 Lie concocted with certain freedom (7)
12 Fight back, restricting opening of secret files (5)
13 Number, day by day in urban area, subdued (5,4) TONED DOWN
14 False idol accepted by foolish curates (11) TREACHEROUS
18 Mad to keep new vehicle around rear of insecure jail (11) INCARCERATE
21 Church right with trade union in tendency to show conviction (9) CERTITUDE
23 Some campaigns win great change (5) SWING
24 I arrive to unwind in coastal region (7)
25 Outlaw protected by pseudonym mostly in country (7)
26 Promoted thus by lord (4)
27 Colony’s resolution (10)


Down
1 Swallow in group coming north over Spain with speed (8)
2 Surprised to get exhausted after a mile (8)
3 Cleric’s safe if involved in generous action (4-9)
4 Cook when in decline (5)
5 Give love, seized by urge for glory (9)
7 Company happy about entry form (6)
8 Colouring fading, according to report (6)
11 Essential corruption of a penniless bid (13)
15 Cheer on cue stirring passion (9)
16 Disagreement’s very bad in a race (8)
17 Police officer having material on worker? (8)
19 A great many scratches (6)
20 Nonsense from learner following ambition (6)


http://www.thehindu.com/features/magazine/the-sunday-crossword/article7619150.ece

[Russellbew]

Across
1 Horrible stranger’s second sin (10) TRANSGRESS
6 Bitter revolutionary in predicament (4) ACID
9 Projecting part, large one attached to a plant (7)
10 Lie concocted with certain freedom (7) LEISURE
12 Fight back, restricting opening of secret files (5)
13 Number, day by day in urban area, subdued (5,4) TONED DOWN
14 False idol accepted by foolish curates (11) TREACHEROUS
18 Mad to keep new vehicle around rear of insecure jail (11) INCARCERATE
21 Church right with trade union in tendency to show conviction (9) CERTITUDE
23 Some campaigns win great change (5) SWING
24 I arrive to unwind in coastal region (7)
25 Outlaw protected by pseudonym mostly in country (7) ALBANIA
26 Promoted thus by lord (4)
27 Colony’s resolution (10) SETTLEMENT


Down
1 Swallow in group coming north over Spain with speed (8)
2 Surprised to get exhausted after a mile (8)
3 Cleric’s safe if involved in generous action (4-9)
4 Cook when in decline (5)
5 Give love, seized by urge for glory (9)
7 Company happy about entry form (6)
8 Colouring fading, according to report (6)
11 Essential corruption of a penniless bid (13)
15 Cheer on cue stirring passion (9)
16 Disagreement’s very bad in a race (8)
17 Police officer having material on worker? (8)
19 A great many scratches (6)
20 Nonsense from learner following ambition (6)

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
1 Horrible stranger’s second sin (10) TRANSGRESS
6 Bitter revolutionary in predicament (4) ACID
9 Projecting part, large one attached to a plant (7)LOBELIA
10 Lie concocted with certain freedom (7) LEISURE
12 Fight back, restricting opening of secret files (5)
13 Number, day by day in urban area, subdued (5,4) TONED DOWN
14 False idol accepted by foolish curates (11) TREACHEROUS
18 Mad to keep new vehicle around rear of insecure jail (11) INCARCERATE
21 Church right with trade union in tendency to show conviction (9) CERTITUDE
23 Some campaigns win great change (5) SWING
24 I arrive to unwind in coastal region (7)RIVIERA
25 Outlaw protected by pseudonym mostly in country (7) ALBANIA
26 Promoted thus by lord (4)SOLD
27 Colony’s resolution (10) SETTLEMENT


Down
1 Swallow in group coming north over Spain with speed (8)TOLERATE
2 Surprised to get exhausted after a mile (8)AMBUSHED
3 Cleric’s safe if involved in generous action (4-9)SELF-SACRIFICE
4 Cook when in decline (5)ROAST
5 Give love, seized by urge for glory (9)SPLENDOUR
7 Company happy about entry form (6)COUPON
8 Colouring fading, according to report (6)DYEING
11 Essential corruption of a penniless bid (13)INDISPENSABLE
15 Cheer on cue stirring passion (9)ENCOURAGE
16 Disagreement’s very bad in a race (8)VARIANCE
17 Police officer having material on worker? (8)SERGEANT
19 A great many scratches (6)SCORES
20 Nonsense from learner following ambition (6)EXACT

:clap::clap::clap: Good!

[Joshuaceada]

Arden

Across
1 Writer's ambition to be a storehouse of data (8)
5 'I'd avoid tamarind' — perhaps it's an oft-repeated sentence (6)
10 Starts with energy conservation — a subject which is out of place (7)
11 Material in newspaper on South Africa (7)
12 Bar over a business, split fifty-fifty (5)
13 Stoically develop thick skin (9)
14 Wayside inn where one can arrive as a replacement (12)
18 American art critic, so straight and noble (12)
21 Inspiration to promote auto component (5,4)
23 Outburst of trainee-in-charge (5)
24 In pain, skips one US city for another (7)
25 Pirate set up exclusive group (7)
26 After mass, say it under your breath (6)
27 Nurse admitted tense old woman in old city (8)

Down
1 Dish may be palatable, if tab's ignored (6)
2 See, it isn't frozen! (6)
3 Loathsome on skin — an insect (9)
4 University administrator's very cool — will risk putting up the list (4,10)
6 Trouble for Greece in the past (5)
7 Inert gas used in an African city (8)
8 Broadcast action replay, rope removed on examination (8)
9 Voice disapproval, allege an error, and support a subject (7,7)
15 Scrooge fell on stone (9)
16 Top music composition may be hot (8)
17 A haze follows — gross violation of union laws by him (8)
19 State borders of China, Namibia and Dominica (6)
20 May be pressing the French obelisk (6)
22 Villain said to be somewhere inside church (5)

GRID (https://goo.gl/photos/keFGTkAA5MAxbpar7)

[Russellrvw]

Across
1 Writer's ambition to be a storehouse of data (8)
5 'I'd avoid tamarind' — perhaps it's an oft-repeated sentence (6)
10 Starts with energy conservation — a subject which is out of place (7)
11 Material in newspaper on South Africa (7)
12 Bar over a business, split fifty-fifty (5)
13 Stoically develop thick skin (9)
14 Wayside inn where one can arrive as a replacement (12) CARAVANSERAI*
18 American art critic, so straight and noble (12) A/RISTOCRATIC*
21 Inspiration to promote auto component (5,4)
23 Outburst of trainee-in-charge (5)
24 In pain, skips one US city for another (7)
25 Pirate set up exclusive group (7)
26 After mass, say it under your breath (6)
27 Nurse admitted tense old woman in old city (8) CAR(T)(HAG)E

Down
1 Dish may be palatable, if tab's ignored (6)
2 See, it isn't frozen! (6)
3 Loathsome on skin — an insect (9)
4 University administrator's very cool — will risk putting up the list (4,10) (V)(ICE)-(CHANCE)(LLOR<=)
6 Trouble for Greece in the past (5)
7 Inert gas used in an African city (8)
8 Broadcast action replay, rope removed on examination (8)
9 Voice disapproval, allege an error, and support a subject (7,7) (BOO)(LEAN ALGE*)(BRA)
15 Scrooge fell on stone (9)
16 Top music composition may be hot (8)
17 A haze follows — gross violation of union laws by him (8)
19 State borders of China, Namibia and Dominica (6)
20 May be pressing the French obelisk (6)
22 Villain said to be somewhere inside church (5)

[deepakgita]

Across
1 Writer's ambition to be a storehouse of data (8) PENDRIVE
5 'I'd avoid tamarind' — perhaps it's an oft-repeated sentence (6) MANTRA
10 Starts with energy conservation — a subject which is out of place (7) ECTOPIC
11 Material in newspaper on South Africa (7) ORGANZA
12 Bar over a business, split fifty-fifty (5) LOCAL
13 Stoically develop thick skin (9)
14 Wayside inn where one can arrive as a replacement (12) CARAVANSERAI*
18 American art critic, so straight and noble (12) A/RISTOCRATIC*
21 Inspiration to promote auto component (5,4)
23 Outburst of trainee-in-charge (5)
24 In pain, skips one US city for another (7)
25 Pirate set up exclusive group (7)
26 After mass, say it under your breath (6)
27 Nurse admitted tense old woman in old city (8) CAR(T)(HAG)E

Down
1 Dish may be palatable, if tab's ignored (6)
2 See, it isn't frozen! (6)
3 Loathsome on skin — an insect (9)
4 University administrator's very cool — will risk putting up the list (4,10) (V)(ICE)-(CHANCE)(LLOR<=)
6 Trouble for Greece in the past (5)
7 Inert gas used in an African city (8)
8 Broadcast action replay, rope removed on examination (8)
9 Voice disapproval, allege an error, and support a subject (7,7) (BOO)(LEAN ALGE*)(BRA)
15 Scrooge fell on stone (9)
16 Top music composition may be hot (8)
17 A haze follows — gross violation of union laws by him (8)
19 State borders of China, Namibia and Dominica (6)
20 May be pressing the French obelisk (6)
22 Villain said to be somewhere inside church (5)

[CLUELESS]

Across
1 Writer's ambition to be a storehouse of data (8) PENDRIVE
5 'I'd avoid tamarind' — perhaps it's an oft-repeated sentence (6) MANTRA
10 Starts with energy conservation — a subject which is out of place (7) ECTOPIC
11 Material in newspaper on South Africa (7) ORGANZA
12 Bar over a business, split fifty-fifty (5) LOCAL
13 Stoically develop thick skin (9)
14 Wayside inn where one can arrive as a replacement (12) CARAVANSERAI*
18 American art critic, so straight and noble (12) A/RISTOCRATIC*
21 Inspiration to promote auto component (5,4)
23 Outburst of trainee-in-charge (5)
24 In pain, skips one US city for another (7)
25 Pirate set up exclusive group (7)
26 After mass, say it under your breath (6)
27 Nurse admitted tense old woman in old city (8) CAR(T)(HAG)E

Down
1 Dish may be palatable, if tab's ignored (6)
2 See, it isn't frozen! (6) NOTICE
3 Loathsome on skin — an insect (9) REPELLANT
4 University administrator's very cool — will risk putting up the list (4,10) (V)(ICE)-(CHANCE)(LLOR<=)
6 Trouble for Greece in the past (5)
7 Inert gas used in an African city (8)
8 Broadcast action replay, rope removed on examination (8) ANALYTIC
9 Voice disapproval, allege an error, and support a subject (7,7) (BOO)(LEAN ALGE*)(BRA)
15 Scrooge fell on stone (9)
16 Top music composition may be hot (8) CAPSICUM
17 A haze follows — gross violation of union laws by him (8) BIGAMIST
19 State borders of China, Namibia and Dominica (6)
20 May be pressing the French obelisk (6)
22 Villain said to be somewhere inside church (5)

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
1 Writer's ambition to be a storehouse of data (8) PENDRIVE
5 'I'd avoid tamarind' — perhaps it's an oft-repeated sentence (6) MANTRA
10 Starts with energy conservation — a subject which is out of place (7) ECTOPIC
11 Material in newspaper on South Africa (7) ORGANZA
12 Bar over a business, split fifty-fifty (5) LOCAL
13 Stoically develop thick skin (9)CALLOSITY
14 Wayside inn where one can arrive as a replacement (12) CARAVANSERAI*
18 American art critic, so straight and noble (12) A/RISTOCRATIC*
21 Inspiration to promote auto component (5,4)SPARK PLUG
23 Outburst of trainee-in-charge (5)FLARE
24 In pain, skips one US city for another (7)CHICAGO
25 Pirate set up exclusive group (7)BRIGAND
26 After mass, say it under your breath (6)MUTTER
27 Nurse admitted tense old woman in old city (8) CAR(T)(HAG)E

Down
1 Dish may be palatable, if tab's ignored (6)PAELLA
2 See, it isn't frozen! (6) NOTICE
3 Loathsome on skin — an insect (9) REPELLANT
4 University administrator's very cool — will risk putting up the list (4,10) (V)(ICE)-(CHANCE)(LLOR<=)
6 Trouble for Greece in the past (5)AGGRO
7 Inert gas used in an African city (8)TANGIERS
8 Broadcast action replay, rope removed on examination (8) ANALYTIC
9 Voice disapproval, allege an error, and support a subject (7,7) (BOO)(LEAN ALGE*)(BRA)
15 Scrooge fell on stone (9)SKINFLINT
16 Top music composition may be hot (8) CAPSICUM
17 A haze follows — gross violation of union laws by him (8) BIGAMIST
19 State borders of China, Namibia and Dominica (6)CANADA
20 May be pressing the French obelisk (6)NEEDLE
22 Villain said to be somewhere inside church (5)KNAVE

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

[Joshuaceada]

Arden

Across
1 Correct hunch about the thing to disengage (7)
5 Complain over John's travel arrangement (3,4)
9 Gem may appear luminous somewhat (5)
10 Can sail through via Bengal, perhaps (9)
11 Restless to move to hospital in another city, a short distance away... (5,4)
12 ...and old painting's returned (5)
13 Start with nose, get into ear, get a breather (4)
15 Looking around French capital for some extreme sport (8)
18 Mandatory, detailed, becomes indiscriminate (2,6)
19 Fat land owner's heartless (4)
22 They may be solemn, endlessly secretive (5)
24 Don Corleone started with a song — a matter of habit, perhaps (5,4)
26 Seamen finally reach Goa, make port (9)
27 A team backed by almost every one — like X, Y and Z, say (5)
28 Mercurial but no cuckoo painting (7)
29 Essential text kept under vaults — taking precautions (4,3)

Down
1 It's due — regular turn-up will help (6)
2 For number of people, boss is noble (4,5)
3 A model associate for 2 (5)
4 Harassed fellow started nibbling and nibbled some more (9)
5 Stud changed topcat (5)
6 Feeling bad — fret about being covered by rule, but only partly (9)
7 It's exorbitant, having to go around (5)
8 Drift from general procedure (6)
14 A Prime Minister was willing to carry weight (9)
16 Working with them — some reading, some showing resistance (9)
17 Costa Rican criminal dumped American drugs (9)
20 Bearing on one — the law maker and the law (6)
21 King had run away — shortly turned backwards (6)
23 Stand in spot as seconds become minutes (5)
24 Say No to dosa — not very big, but full of butter (5)
25 Rod gets erect — depends on one in the middle (5)

GRID (https://goo.gl/photos/4QmvYno4YGK923nT8)

[Russellrvw]

Across
1 Correct hunch about the thing to disengage (7)
5 Complain over John's travel arrangement (3,4)
9 Gem may appear luminous somewhat (5)
10 Can sail through via Bengal, perhaps (9) NAVIGABLE*
11 Restless to move to hospital in another city, a short distance away... (5,4)
12 ...and old painting's returned (5) (EX)(TRA<=)
13 Start with nose, get into ear, get a breather (4)
15 Looking around French capital for some extreme sport (8)
18 Mandatory, detailed, becomes indiscriminate (2,6)
19 Fat land owner's heartless (4)
22 They may be solemn, endlessly secretive (5)
24 Don Corleone started with a song — a matter of habit, perhaps (5,4)
26 Seamen finally reach Goa, make port (9)
27 A team backed by almost every one — like X, Y and Z, say (5)
28 Mercurial but no cuckoo painting (7)
29 Essential text kept under vaults — taking precautions (4,3) (SAFE S)(EX)

Down
1 It's due — regular turn-up will help (6)
2 For number of people, boss is noble (4,5)
3 A model associate for 2 (5)
4 Harassed fellow started nibbling and nibbled some more (9)
5 Stud changed topcat (5)
6 Feeling bad — fret about being covered by rule, but only partly (9)
7 It's exorbitant, having to go around (5)
8 Drift from general procedure (6)
14 A Prime Minister was willing to carry weight (9) (GLAD)(STONE)
16 Working with them — some reading, some showing resistance (9)
17 Costa Rican criminal dumped American drugs (9) NARCOTICS*-a
20 Bearing on one — the law maker and the law (6)
21 King had run away — shortly turned backwards (6)
23 Stand in spot as seconds become minutes (5)
24 Say No to dosa — not very big, but full of butter (5)
25 Rod gets erect — depends on one in the middle (5)

[deepakgita]

Across
1 Correct hunch about the thing to disengage (7)
5 Complain over John's travel arrangement (3,4)
9 Gem may appear luminous somewhat (5) PEARL
10 Can sail through via Bengal, perhaps (9) NAVIGABLE*
11 Restless to move to hospital in another city, a short distance away... (5,4) ITCHY FEET
12 ...and old painting's returned (5) (EX)(TRA<=)
13 Start with nose, get into ear, get a breather (4) LUNG
15 Looking around French capital for some extreme sport (8) KLOOFING
18 Mandatory, detailed, becomes indiscriminate (2,6) AT RANDOM
19 Fat land owner's heartless (4)
22 They may be solemn, endlessly secretive (5)
24 Don Corleone started with a song — a matter of habit, perhaps (5,4)
26 Seamen finally reach Goa, make port (9)
27 A team backed by almost every one — like X, Y and Z, say (5)
28 Mercurial but no cuckoo painting (7)
29 Essential text kept under vaults — taking precautions (4,3) (SAFE S)(EX)

Down
1 It's due — regular turn-up will help (6)
2 For number of people, boss is noble (4,5)
3 A model associate for 2 (5)
4 Harassed fellow started nibbling and nibbled some more (9)
5 Stud changed topcat (5)
6 Feeling bad — fret about being covered by rule, but only partly (9)
7 It's exorbitant, having to go around (5)
8 Drift from general procedure (6)
14 A Prime Minister was willing to carry weight (9) (GLAD)(STONE)
16 Working with them — some reading, some showing resistance (9)
17 Costa Rican criminal dumped American drugs (9) NARCOTICS*-a
20 Bearing on one — the law maker and the law (6)
21 King had run away — shortly turned backwards (6)
23 Stand in spot as seconds become minutes (5)
24 Say No to dosa — not very big, but full of butter (5)
25 Rod gets erect — depends on one in the middle (5)

[CLUELESS]

Across
1 Correct hunch about the thing to disengage (7)
5 Complain over John's travel arrangement (3,4)
9 Gem may appear luminous somewhat (5) PEARL
10 Can sail through via Bengal, perhaps (9) NAVIGABLE*
11 Restless to move to hospital in another city, a short distance away... (5,4) ITCHY FEET
12 ...and old painting's returned (5) (EX)(TRA<=)
13 Start with nose, get into ear, get a breather (4) LUNG
15 Looking around French capital for some extreme sport (8) KLOOFING
18 Mandatory, detailed, becomes indiscriminate (2,6) AT RANDOM
19 Fat land owner's heartless (4)
22 They may be solemn, endlessly secretive (5) MOLES
24 Don Corleone started with a song — a matter of habit, perhaps (5,4)
26 Seamen finally reach Goa, make port (9) ANCHORAGE
27 A team backed by almost every one — like X, Y and Z, say (5)
28 Mercurial but no cuckoo painting (7)
29 Essential text kept under vaults — taking precautions (4,3) (SAFE S)(EX)

Down
1 It's due — regular turn-up will help (6)
2 For number of people, boss is noble (4,5) HEAD COUNT
3 A model associate for 2 (5) TALLY
4 Harassed fellow started nibbling and nibbled some more (9)
5 Stud changed topcat (5)
6 Feeling bad — fret about being covered by rule, but only partly (9)
7 It's exorbitant, having to go around (5) ORBIT
8 Drift from general procedure (6)
14 A Prime Minister was willing to carry weight (9) (GLAD)(STONE)
16 Working with them — some reading, some showing resistance (9)
17 Costa Rican criminal dumped American drugs (9) NARCOTICS*-a
20 Bearing on one — the law maker and the law (6)
21 King had run away — shortly turned backwards (6)
23 Stand in spot as seconds become minutes (5)
24 Say No to dosa — not very big, but full of butter (5)
25 Rod gets erect — depends on one in the middle (5)

[Joshuaceada]

Arden

Across
9 Train soldiers can use, when empty (7)
10 Didn't like as it was definitely among other articles carried (7)
11 Storm in a tea cup as Bill plucked a flower (7)
12 Squatter finally turned a hotel into a squalid place (7)
13 Sailors play matches between end of May and beginning of November (9)
15 Excuse maybe inevitable, event missed (5)
16 See 16 dn (7)
19 His girl was, say, getting flogged (7)
20 Foie gras prepared — not for protection (5)
21 Standard marriage card (5,4)
25 Fret about entering church when liberated (3,4)
26 Figure and shape — finally God can change them (7)
28 Concept of things by themselves spread on a menu (7)
29 At last approaching with trepidation before a thug (7)

Down
1 Swelling reduces by day's end (6)
2 Charge raised — it's part of a musical (6)
3 Oil loses it immediately (4)
4 Trainer's advice to keep motionless (6)
5 Client order includes essential part for instrument (8)
6 Found some food as it deprived one of vigour (10)
7 He speculates on final amount of gold involved in robbery (8)
8 It's sticking — had trouble with raising din (8)
14 Striptease perhaps leaves them hanging (10)
16 Glitterati accompanied by priests set a standard (5,3)
17 Ugly, not loud and fair (8)
18 Such cheek to criticize what's found in the kitchen (8)
22 Fashionable to appreciate and love a shade... (6)
23 ... or it just blows for a month (6)
24 Understand any other subject? (6)
27 Stick for cat, not to be allowed in (4)

GRID (https://goo.gl/photos/u8potDiudtV1Ly9p8)

[Russellrvw]

Across
9 Train soldiers can use, when empty (7)
10 Didn't like as it was definitely among other articles carried (7)
11 Storm in a tea cup as Bill plucked a flower (7)
12 Squatter finally turned a hotel into a squalid place (7)
13 Sailors play matches between end of May and beginning of November (9) Y(ACHTSME*)N
15 Excuse maybe inevitable, event missed (5)
16 See 16 dn (7)
19 His girl was, say, getting flogged (7)
20 Foie gras prepared — not for protection (5)
21 Standard marriage card (5,4)
25 Fret about entering church when liberated (3,4) SE(T FRE*)E
26 Figure and shape — finally God can change them (7)
28 Concept of things by themselves spread on a menu (7)
29 At last approaching with trepidation before a thug (7)

Down
1 Swelling reduces by day's end (6)
2 Charge raised — it's part of a musical (6)
3 Oil loses it immediately (4)
4 Trainer's advice to keep motionless (6)
5 Client order includes essential part for instrument (8)
6 Found some food as it deprived one of vigour (10)
7 He speculates on final amount of gold involved in robbery (8)
8 It's sticking — had trouble with raising din (8)
14 Striptease perhaps leaves them hanging (10) TAPESTRIES*
16 Glitterati accompanied by priests set a standard (5,3)
17 Ugly, not loud and fair (8)
18 Such cheek to criticize what's found in the kitchen (8)
22 Fashionable to appreciate and love a shade... (6) IN/DIG/O
23 ... or it just blows for a month (6)
24 Understand any other subject? (6) (KEN)(YAN*)
27 Stick for cat, not to be allowed in (4)

[deepakgita]

Across
9 Train soldiers can use, when empty (7)
10 Didn't like as it was definitely among other articles carried (7)
11 Storm in a tea cup as Bill plucked a flower (7)
12 Squatter finally turned a hotel into a squalid place (7)
13 Sailors play matches between end of May and beginning of November (9) Y(ACHTSME*)N
15 Excuse maybe inevitable, event missed (5)
16 See 16 dn (7)
19 His girl was, say, getting flogged (7)
20 Foie gras prepared — not for protection (5)
21 Standard marriage card (5,4)
25 Fret about entering church when liberated (3,4) SE(T FRE*)E
26 Figure and shape — finally God can change them (7) DECAGON
28 Concept of things by themselves spread on a menu (7) NOUMENA
29 At last approaching with trepidation before a thug (7) GANGSTA

Down
1 Swelling reduces by day's end (6) DROPSY
2 Charge raised — it's part of a musical (6) STATIC
3 Oil loses it immediately (4)
4 Trainer's advice to keep motionless (6)
5 Client order includes essential part for instrument (8)
6 Found some food as it deprived one of vigour (10)
7 He speculates on final amount of gold involved in robbery (8)
8 It's sticking — had trouble with raising din (8)
14 Striptease perhaps leaves them hanging (10) TAPESTRIES*
16 Glitterati accompanied by priests set a standard (5,3)
17 Ugly, not loud and fair (8)
18 Such cheek to criticize what's found in the kitchen (8)
22 Fashionable to appreciate and love a shade... (6) IN/DIG/O
23 ... or it just blows for a month (6)
24 Understand any other subject? (6) (KEN)(YAN*)
27 Stick for cat, not to be allowed in (4)

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
9 Train soldiers can use, when empty (7)
10 Didn't like as it was definitely among other articles carried (7)
11 Storm in a tea cup as Bill plucked a flower (7)
12 Squatter finally turned a hotel into a squalid place (7)
13 Sailors play matches between end of May and beginning of November (9) Y(ACHTSME*)N
15 Excuse maybe inevitable, event missed (5)
16 See 16 dn (7)
19 His girl was, say, getting flogged (7)
20 Foie gras prepared — not for protection (5)
21 Standard marriage card (5,4)
25 Fret about entering church when liberated (3,4) SE(T FRE*)E
26 Figure and shape — finally God can change them (7) DECAGON
28 Concept of things by themselves spread on a menu (7) NOUMENA
29 At last approaching with trepidation before a thug (7) GANGSTA

Down
1 Swelling reduces by day's end (6) DROPSY
2 Charge raised — it's part of a musical (6) STATIC
3 Oil loses it immediately (4)
4 Trainer's advice to keep motionless (6)
5 Client order includes essential part for instrument (8)CLARINET
6 Found some food as it deprived one of vigour (10)
7 He speculates on final amount of gold involved in robbery (8)THEORIST
8 It's sticking — had trouble with raising din (8)
14 Striptease perhaps leaves them hanging (10) TAPESTRIES*
16 Glitterati accompanied by priests set a standard (5,3)
17 Ugly, not loud and fair (8)
18 Such cheek to criticize what's found in the kitchen (8)SAUCEPAN
22 Fashionable to appreciate and love a shade... (6) IN/DIG/O
23 ... or it just blows for a month (6)AUGUST
24 Understand any other subject? (6) (KEN)(YAN*)
27 Stick for cat, not to be allowed in (4)CANE

[Russellbew]

Across
9 Train soldiers can use, when empty (7)
10 Didn't like as it was definitely among other articles carried (7)LOATHED
11 Storm in a tea cup as Bill plucked a flower (7) PETUNIA
12 Squatter finally turned a hotel into a squalid place (7) RATHOLE
13 Sailors play matches between end of May and beginning of November (9) Y(ACHTSME*)N
15 Excuse maybe inevitable, event missed (5)ALIBI
16 See 16 dn (7)
19 His girl was, say, getting flogged (7)
20 Foie gras prepared — not for protection (5)
21 Standard marriage card (5,4)UNION JACK
25 Fret about entering church when liberated (3,4) SE(T FRE*)E
26 Figure and shape — finally God can change them (7) DECAGON
28 Concept of things by themselves spread on a menu (7) NOUMENA
29 At last approaching with trepidation before a thug (7) GANGSTA

Down
1 Swelling reduces by day's end (6) DROPSY
2 Charge raised — it's part of a musical (6) STATIC
3 Oil loses it immediately (4)
4 Trainer's advice to keep motionless (6)
5 Client order includes essential part for instrument (8)CLARINET
6 Found some food as it deprived one of vigour (10)
7 He speculates on final amount of gold involved in robbery (8)THEORIST
8 It's sticking — had trouble with raising din (8)
14 Striptease perhaps leaves them hanging (10) TAPESTRIES*
16 Glitterati accompanied by priests set a standard (5,3)
17 Ugly, not loud and fair (8)
18 Such cheek to criticize what's found in the kitchen (8)SAUCEPAN
22 Fashionable to appreciate and love a shade... (6) IN/DIG/O
23 ... or it just blows for a month (6)AUGUST
24 Understand any other subject? (6) (KEN)(YAN*)
27 Stick for cat, not to be allowed in (4)CANE

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
9 Train soldiers can use, when empty (7)RETINUE
10 Didn't like as it was definitely among other articles carried (7)LOATHED
11 Storm in a tea cup as Bill plucked a flower (7) PETUNIA
12 Squatter finally turned a hotel into a squalid place (7) RATHOLE
13 Sailors play matches between end of May and beginning of November (9) Y(ACHTSME*)N
15 Excuse maybe inevitable, event missed (5)ALIBI
16 See 16 dn (7)
19 His girl was, say, getting flogged (7)TRISTAN
20 Foie gras prepared — not for protection (5)AEGIS
21 Standard marriage card (5,4)UNION JACK
25 Fret about entering church when liberated (3,4) SE(T FRE*)E
26 Figure and shape — finally God can change them (7) DECAGON
28 Concept of things by themselves spread on a menu (7) NOUMENA
29 At last approaching with trepidation before a thug (7) GANGSTA

Down
1 Swelling reduces by day's end (6) DROPSY
2 Charge raised — it's part of a musical (6) STATIC
3 Oil loses it immediately (4)ANON
4 Trainer's advice to keep motionless (6)BECALM
5 Client order includes essential part for instrument (8)CLARINET
6 Found some food as it deprived one of vigour (10)CASTRATION
7 He speculates on final amount of gold involved in robbery (8)THEORIST
8 It's sticking — had trouble with raising din (8)ADHESION
14 Striptease perhaps leaves them hanging (10) TAPESTRIES*
16 Glitterati accompanied by priests set a standard (5,3)STARS AND STRIPES
17 Ugly, not loud and fair (8)RIGHTFUL
18 Such cheek to criticize what's found in the kitchen (8)SAUCEPAN
22 Fashionable to appreciate and love a shade... (6) IN/DIG/O
23 ... or it just blows for a month (6)AUGUST
24 Understand any other subject? (6) (KEN)(YAN*)
27 Stick for cat, not to be allowed in (4)CANE

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

[Joshuaceada]

Arden

Across
1 Find direction in a daze (6)
4 Dance with a Bedouin, say in the desert (8)
10 Sprinkle on Italian sausage (9)
11 A ship perhaps arrived and left (5)
12 Rose is out with a boy — it denotes strength of attraction (7)
13 A cry of admiration from the back — girl's so hot! (7)
14 God man had somehow entered United States from Europe (5)
15 Head priest told to charter boat (8)
18 Overlook our current state (8)
20 Drink no good, cut short dance (5)
23 Routine win for a county (7)
25 Fish bait and line assembled (7)
26 Varied works — not a composition by him (5)
27 Maybe well groomed, but leaders missing — whom to follow? (4,5)
28 It's refreshing to see American featured in a French paper (8)
29 For copper to get into oral agreement makes sense (6)

Down
1 Winding path by river leading to tavern (8)
2 Aimed to disguise despair (7)
3 Horses from revolutionary escapades brought up (9)
5 Computationally, let him work out with alacrity (14)
6 Flies in a curve over America (5)
7 A little crazy, not showing interest in the table (7)
8 Every one wears blue when raised in Texas (6)
9 New creed without old should be ignored (4-10)
16 One coming or going wrong on crop production? (9)
17 Instrument will work — work with a short string (8)
19 Meanwhile it's middle of winter at the border (7)
21 Dike works — growing bananas (7)
22 Fear wild Oliver will lose interest for girl (6)
24 One gets through on fliers (5)

GRID (https://goo.gl/photos/kSpoZQZMZecZfEN9A)

[Russellrvw]

Across
1 Find direction in a daze (6)
4 Dance with a Bedouin, say in the desert (8)
10 Sprinkle on Italian sausage (9)
11 A ship perhaps arrived and left (5)
12 Rose is out with a boy — it denotes strength of attraction (7)
13 A cry of admiration from the back — girl's so hot! (7)
14 God man had somehow entered United States from Europe (5)
15 Head priest told to charter boat (8)
18 Overlook our current state (8)
20 Drink no good, cut short dance (5)
23 Routine win for a county (7)
25 Fish bait and line assembled (7)
26 Varied works — not a composition by him (5)
27 Maybe well groomed, but leaders missing — whom to follow? (4,5)
28 It's refreshing to see American featured in a French paper (8) LE/MON(A)DE
29 For copper to get into oral agreement makes sense (6)

Down
1 Winding path by river leading to tavern (8)
2 Aimed to disguise despair (7)
3 Horses from revolutionary escapades brought up (9)
5 Computationally, let him work out with alacrity (14) ARITHMETICALLY*
6 Flies in a curve over America (5)
7 A little crazy, not showing interest in the table (7)
8 Every one wears blue when raised in Texas (6)
9 New creed without old should be ignored (4-10) {C(OLD-SHOULD)ERED*}
16 One coming or going wrong on crop production? (9)
17 Instrument will work — work with a short string (8)
19 Meanwhile it's middle of winter at the border (7) INTE/RIM
21 Dike works — growing bananas (7)
22 Fear wild Oliver will lose interest for girl (6)
24 One gets through on fliers (5) {A(VIA)N}

[deepakgita]

Across
1 Find direction in a daze (6)
4 Dance with a Bedouin, say in the desert (8)
10 Sprinkle on Italian sausage (9)
11 A ship perhaps arrived and left (5)
12 Rose is out with a boy — it denotes strength of attraction (7)
13 A cry of admiration from the back — girl's so hot! (7)
14 God man had somehow entered United States from Europe (5)
15 Head priest told to charter boat (8)
18 Overlook our current state (8)
20 Drink no good, cut short dance (5)
23 Routine win for a county (7)
25 Fish bait and line assembled (7)
26 Varied works — not a composition by him (5)
27 Maybe well groomed, but leaders missing — whom to follow? (4,5) ROLE MODEL
28 It's refreshing to see American featured in a French paper (8) LE/MON(A)DE
29 For copper to get into oral agreement makes sense (6) ACUMEN

Down
1 Winding path by river leading to tavern (8) TAPHOUSE
2 Aimed to disguise despair (7) ASPIRED
3 Horses from revolutionary escapades brought up (9) CHESTNUTS
5 Computationally, let him work out with alacrity (14) ARITHMETICALLY*
6 Flies in a curve over America (5)
7 A little crazy, not showing interest in the table (7)
8 Every one wears blue when raised in Texas (6)
9 New creed without old should be ignored (4-10) {C(OLD-SHOULD)ERED*}
16 One coming or going wrong on crop production? (9)
17 Instrument will work — work with a short string (8)
19 Meanwhile it's middle of winter at the border (7) INTE/RIM
21 Dike works — growing bananas (7)
22 Fear wild Oliver will lose interest for girl (6)
24 One gets through on fliers (5) {A(VIA)N}

[Russellbew]

Across
1 Find direction in a daze (6) TRANCE
4 Dance with a Bedouin, say in the desert (8) SARABAND
10 Sprinkle on Italian sausage (9) PEPPERONI
11 A ship perhaps arrived and left (5) CAMEL
12 Rose is out with a boy — it denotes strength of attraction (7)
13 A cry of admiration from the back — girl's so hot! (7)
14 God man had somehow entered United States from Europe (5) SADHU
15 Head priest told to charter boat (8)
18 Overlook our current state (8)
20 Drink no good, cut short dance (5)
23 Routine win for a county (7)
25 Fish bait and line assembled (7)
26 Varied works — not a composition by him (5)
27 Maybe well groomed, but leaders missing — whom to follow? (4,5) ROLE MODEL
28 It's refreshing to see American featured in a French paper (8) LE/MON(A)DE
29 For copper to get into oral agreement makes sense (6) ACUMEN

Down
1 Winding path by river leading to tavern (8) TAPHOUSE
2 Aimed to disguise despair (7) ASPIRED
3 Horses from revolutionary escapades brought up (9) CHESTNUTS
5 Computationally, let him work out with alacrity (14) ARITHMETICALLY*
6 Flies in a curve over America (5)
7 A little crazy, not showing interest in the table (7)
8 Every one wears blue when raised in Texas (6)
9 New creed without old should be ignored (4-10) {C(OLD-SHOULD)ERED*}
16 One coming or going wrong on crop production? (9)
17 Instrument will work — work with a short string (8)
19 Meanwhile it's middle of winter at the border (7) INTE/RIM
21 Dike works — growing bananas (7)
22 Fear wild Oliver will lose interest for girl (6)
24 One gets through on fliers (5) {A(VIA)N}

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
1 Find direction in a daze (6) TRANCE
4 Dance with a Bedouin, say in the desert (8) SARABAND
10 Sprinkle on Italian sausage (9) PEPPERONI
11 A ship perhaps arrived and left (5) CAMEL
12 Rose is out with a boy — it denotes strength of attraction (7)
13 A cry of admiration from the back — girl's so hot! (7)
14 God man had somehow entered United States from Europe (5) SADHU
15 Head priest told to charter boat (8)
18 Overlook our current state (8)
20 Drink no good, cut short dance (5)RUMBA
23 Routine win for a county (7)RUTLAND
25 Fish bait and line assembled (7)
26 Varied works — not a composition by him (5)
27 Maybe well groomed, but leaders missing — whom to follow? (4,5) ROLE MODEL
28 It's refreshing to see American featured in a French paper (8) LE/MON(A)DE
29 For copper to get into oral agreement makes sense (6) ACUMEN

Down
1 Winding path by river leading to tavern (8) TAPHOUSE
2 Aimed to disguise despair (7) ASPIRED
3 Horses from revolutionary escapades brought up (9) CHESTNUTS
5 Computationally, let him work out with alacrity (14) ARITHMETICALLY*
6 Flies in a curve over America (5)
7 A little crazy, not showing interest in the table (7)ALMANAC
8 Every one wears blue when raised in Texas (6)DALLAS
9 New creed without old should be ignored (4-10) {C(OLD-SHOULD)ERED*}
16 One coming or going wrong on crop production? (9)
17 Instrument will work — work with a short string (8)
19 Meanwhile it's middle of winter at the border (7) INTE/RIM
21 Dike works — growing bananas (7)
22 Fear wild Oliver will lose interest for girl (6)GROVEL
24 One gets through on fliers (5) {A(VIA)N}

[CLUELESS]

Across
1 Find direction in a daze (6) TRANCE
4 Dance with a Bedouin, say in the desert (8) SARABAND
10 Sprinkle on Italian sausage (9) PEPPERONI
11 A ship perhaps arrived and left (5) CAMEL
12 Rose is out with a boy — it denotes strength of attraction (7)
13 A cry of admiration from the back — girl's so hot! (7) HOSANNA
14 God man had somehow entered United States from Europe (5) SADHU
15 Head priest told to charter boat (8) HIERARCH
18 Overlook our current state (8) MISSOURI
20 Drink no good, cut short dance (5)RUMBA
23 Routine win for a county (7)RUTLAND
25 Fish bait and line assembled (7) ANNELID
26 Varied works — not a composition by him (5) VERDI
27 Maybe well groomed, but leaders missing — whom to follow? (4,5) ROLE MODEL
28 It's refreshing to see American featured in a French paper (8) LE/MON(A)DE
29 For copper to get into oral agreement makes sense (6) ACUMEN

Down
1 Winding path by river leading to tavern (8) TAPHOUSE
2 Aimed to disguise despair (7) ASPIRED
3 Horses from revolutionary escapades brought up (9) CHESTNUTS
5 Computationally, let him work out with alacrity (14) ARITHMETICALLY*
6 Flies in a curve over America (5)
7 A little crazy, not showing interest in the table (7)ALMANAC
8 Every one wears blue when raised in Texas (6)DALLAS
9 New creed without old should be ignored (4-10) {C(OLD-SHOULD)ERED*}
16 One coming or going wrong on crop production? (9)
17 Instrument will work — work with a short string (8)
19 Meanwhile it's middle of winter at the border (7) INTE/RIM
21 Dike works — growing bananas (7)
22 Fear wild Oliver will lose interest for girl (6)GROVEL
24 One gets through on fliers (5) {A(VIA)N}

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
1 Find direction in a daze (6) TRANCE
4 Dance with a Bedouin, say in the desert (8) SARABAND
10 Sprinkle on Italian sausage (9) PEPPERONI
11 A ship perhaps arrived and left (5) CAMEL
12 Rose is out with a boy — it denotes strength of attraction (7)OERSTED
13 A cry of admiration from the back — girl's so hot! (7) HOSANNA
14 God man had somehow entered United States from Europe (5) SADHU
15 Head priest told to charter boat (8) HIERARCH
18 Overlook our current state (8) MISSOURI
20 Drink no good, cut short dance (5)RUMBA
23 Routine win for a county (7)RUTLAND
25 Fish bait and line assembled (7) ANNELID
26 Varied works — not a composition by him (5) VERDI
27 Maybe well groomed, but leaders missing — whom to follow? (4,5) ROLE MODEL
28 It's refreshing to see American featured in a French paper (8) LE/MON(A)DE
29 For copper to get into oral agreement makes sense (6) ACUMEN

Down
1 Winding path by river leading to tavern (8) TAPHOUSE
2 Aimed to disguise despair (7) ASPIRED
3 Horses from revolutionary escapades brought up (9) CHESTNUTS
5 Computationally, let him work out with alacrity (14) ARITHMETICALLY*
6 Flies in a curve over America (5)ARCUS
7 A little crazy, not showing interest in the table (7)ALMANAC
8 Every one wears blue when raised in Texas (6)DALLAS
9 New creed without old should be ignored (4-10) {C(OLD-SHOULD)ERED*}
16 One coming or going wrong on crop production? (9)AGRONOMIC
17 Instrument will work — work with a short string (8)MANDOLIN
19 Meanwhile it's middle of winter at the border (7) INTE/RIM
21 Dike works — growing bananas (7)MILLDAM
22 Fear wild Oliver will lose interest for girl (6)GROVEL
24 One gets through on fliers (5) {A(VIA)N}

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

[Joshuaceada]

Scintillator

Across
1 In case of coming back in future, that's not a drain (6)
4 Decoct for a nice drink without milk (4,4)
9 Sufficient reason to prevent a plane from flying (6)
10 Command everyone to drink in Hindi? (8)
12 Peripheral elements of electromagnetic noise over the moon (8)
13 It's regular treat for a group of musicians (6)
15 Danger in climbing apartments (4)
16 Old Indian car of a diplomat (10)
19 Therapy-induced goitre can be treated without iodine (10)
20 Fail to include note in books (4)
23 Publicise odds and criticise fiercely (6)
25 Certified cadet set target to turn over in part (8)
27 When playing sitar, hear creative genius (8)
28 Half of new recruits taking care of wall painting (6)
29 Heads of plants protested riots following sacking of director (8)
30 Precious items from Fagin largely sell out (6)

Down
1 A forbidden fruit signified an illusion (7)
2 Be smart to expect a tense Mrs. to be upset (4,5)
3 Three times four points advantage (6)
5 Be next to a bar (4)
6 Compel very much to eat after having energy drink (8)
7 Clearly showing up on time (5)
8 Plan's to procure a kitchen equipment (7)
11 More transparent and less realistic? (7)
14 Server in public house is much obliged (7)
17 Give up advantage, eventually losing cup (9)
18 She is out on shift to look after residence (5-3)
19 Second home's heartless insult (7)
21 Routine is due to be broken (7)
22 Eighteen scores of this might amount to zilch (6)
24 Not lasting the distance? Second coffee! (5)
26 Chief doctor's last word supporting intravenous therapy (4)

GRID (https://goo.gl/photos/eEymfPb8QBkxN7vQ8)

[Russellrvw]

Across
1 In case of coming back in future, that's not a drain (6)
4 Decoct for a nice drink without milk (4,4)
9 Sufficient reason to prevent a plane from flying (6) GROUND [2]
10 Command everyone to drink in Hindi? (8)
12 Peripheral elements of electromagnetic noise over the moon (8)
13 It's regular treat for a group of musicians (6)
15 Danger in climbing apartments (4)
16 Old Indian car of a diplomat (10) AMBASSADOR [2]
19 Therapy-induced goitre can be treated without iodine (10) IATROGEN(I)C*
20 Fail to include note in books (4)
23 Publicise odds and criticise fiercely (6)
25 Certified cadet set target to turn over in part (8)
27 When playing sitar, hear creative genius (8)
28 Half of new recruits taking care of wall painting (6) (FRES[-hers])(C/O)
29 Heads of plants protested riots following sacking of director (8)
30 Precious items from Fagin largely sell out (6)

Down
1 A forbidden fruit signified an illusion (7)
2 Be smart to expect a tense Mrs. to be upset (4,5)
3 Three times four points advantage (6)
5 Be next to a bar (4)
6 Compel very much to eat after having energy drink (8)
7 Clearly showing up on time (5)
8 Plan's to procure a kitchen equipment (7)
11 More transparent and less realistic? (7)
14 Server in public house is much obliged (7)
17 Give up advantage, eventually losing cup (9) DEMIT/ASSE[-t]
18 She is out on shift to look after residence (5-3)
19 Second home's heartless insult (7)
21 Routine is due to be broken (7)
22 Eighteen scores of this might amount to zilch (6)
24 Not lasting the distance? Second coffee! (5)
26 Chief doctor's last word supporting intravenous therapy (4)

[deepakgita]

Across
1 In case of coming back in future, that's not a drain (6)
4 Decoct for a nice drink without milk (4,4)
9 Sufficient reason to prevent a plane from flying (6) GROUND [2]
10 Command everyone to drink in Hindi? (8)
12 Peripheral elements of electromagnetic noise over the moon (8)
13 It's regular treat for a group of musicians (6)
15 Danger in climbing apartments (4)
16 Old Indian car of a diplomat (10) AMBASSADOR [2]
19 Therapy-induced goitre can be treated without iodine (10) IATROGEN(I)C*
20 Fail to include note in books (4)
23 Publicise odds and criticise fiercely (6)
25 Certified cadet set target to turn over in part (8)
27 When playing sitar, hear creative genius (8)
28 Half of new recruits taking care of wall painting (6) (FRES[-hers])(C/O)
29 Heads of plants protested riots following sacking of director (8)
30 Precious items from Fagin largely sell out (6)

Down
1 A forbidden fruit signified an illusion (7)
2 Be smart to expect a tense Mrs. to be upset (4,5)
3 Three times four points advantage (6)
5 Be next to a bar (4)
6 Compel very much to eat after having energy drink (8)
7 Clearly showing up on time (5)
8 Plan's to procure a kitchen equipment (7)
11 More transparent and less realistic? (7)
14 Server in public house is much obliged (7) BARISTA
17 Give up advantage, eventually losing cup (9) DEMIT/ASSE[-t]
18 She is out on shift to look after residence (5-3) HOUSE-SIT
19 Second home's heartless insult (7) INSTANT
21 Routine is due to be broken (7) TEDIOUS
22 Eighteen scores of this might amount to zilch (6) DEGREE
24 Not lasting the distance? Second coffee! (5)
26 Chief doctor's last word supporting intravenous therapy (4)

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
1 In case of coming back in future, that's not a drain (6)FILTER
4 Decoct for a nice drink without milk (4,4)CAFE NOIR
9 Sufficient reason to prevent a plane from flying (6) GROUND [2]
10 Command everyone to drink in Hindi? (8)
12 Peripheral elements of electromagnetic noise over the moon (8)
13 It's regular treat for a group of musicians (6)
15 Danger in climbing apartments (4)TRAP
16 Old Indian car of a diplomat (10) AMBASSADOR [2]
19 Therapy-induced goitre can be treated without iodine (10) IATROGEN(I)C*
20 Fail to include note in books (4)
23 Publicise odds and criticise fiercely (6)
25 Certified cadet set target to turn over in part (8)ATTESTED
27 When playing sitar, hear creative genius (8)
28 Half of new recruits taking care of wall painting (6) (FRES[-hers])(C/O)
29 Heads of plants protested riots following sacking of director (8)TREETOPS
30 Precious items from Fagin largely sell out (6)

Down
1 A forbidden fruit signified an illusion (7)
2 Be smart to expect a tense Mrs. to be upset (4,5)
3 Three times four points advantage (6)
5 Be next to a bar (4)
6 Compel very much to eat after having energy drink (8)
7 Clearly showing up on time (5)
8 Plan's to procure a kitchen equipment (7)
11 More transparent and less realistic? (7)
14 Server in public house is much obliged (7) BARISTA
17 Give up advantage, eventually losing cup (9) DEMIT/ASSE[-t]
18 She is out on shift to look after residence (5-3) HOUSE-SIT
19 Second home's heartless insult (7) INSTANT
21 Routine is due to be broken (7) TEDIOUS
22 Eighteen scores of this might amount to zilch (6) DEGREE
24 Not lasting the distance? Second coffee! (5)
26 Chief doctor's last word supporting intravenous therapy (4)

[CLUELESS]

Across
1 In case of coming back in future, that's not a drain (6)FILTER
4 Decoct for a nice drink without milk (4,4)CAFE NOIR
9 Sufficient reason to prevent a plane from flying (6) GROUND [2]
10 Command everyone to drink in Hindi? (8)
12 Peripheral elements of electromagnetic noise over the moon (8)
13 It's regular treat for a group of musicians (6)
15 Danger in climbing apartments (4)TRAP
16 Old Indian car of a diplomat (10) AMBASSADOR [2]
19 Therapy-induced goitre can be treated without iodine (10) IATROGEN(I)C*
20 Fail to include note in books (4) OMIT
23 Publicise odds and criticise fiercely (6)
25 Certified cadet set target to turn over in part (8)ATTESTED
27 When playing sitar, hear creative genius (8) ARTISTRY
28 Half of new recruits taking care of wall painting (6) (FRES[-hers])(C/O)
29 Heads of plants protested riots following sacking of director (8)TREETOPS
30 Precious items from Fagin largely sell out (6)

Down
1 A forbidden fruit signified an illusion (7)
2 Be smart to expect a tense Mrs. to be upset (4,5)
3 Three times four points advantage (6)
5 Be next to a bar (4) ABUT
6 Compel very much to eat after having energy drink (8)
7 Clearly showing up on time (5)
8 Plan's to procure a kitchen equipment (7)
11 More transparent and less realistic? (7)
14 Server in public house is much obliged (7) BARISTA
17 Give up advantage, eventually losing cup (9) DEMIT/ASSE[-t]
18 She is out on shift to look after residence (5-3) HOUSE-SIT
19 Second home's heartless insult (7) INSTANT
21 Routine is due to be broken (7) TEDIOUS
22 Eighteen scores of this might amount to zilch (6) DEGREE
24 Not lasting the distance? Second coffee! (5) LATTE
26 Chief doctor's last word supporting intravenous therapy (4) DRIP

[Joshuaceada]

Incognito

Across
1 Boxer's dog has one heel (8)
5 13 lost? OK. He's a humorist (6)
10, 11 This, in a pack, may be 15 (5,5,4)
12 Stitch certain to hold ulcerated tongue initially (6)
13 Hoaxer fractured jerk's toe (8)
15 If practical, he is a prankster (5)
17 Key promotes speed (9)
19 Applicant Frank had food (9)
20 Thou has money — it is thine (5)
21 Bats flying back before boy in Germany and injuring (8)
23 Permanent Account Number that is rejected initially by 15 (6)
27 Resort behind mountain chain (9)
28 His pants usually come off on the flying trapeze when crown changes hands (5)
29 Ram punster replacing saint with nuncio at first (6)
30 Some lass dances and gets black treacle (8)

Down
1 Enlarges pants (5)
2 Present counter's redeemable coupon (4,5)
3 Film hen, for example (5)
4 Poses with sex-appeal in ship (4)
6 I hear Leslie chases aim perpetually (9)
7 Ultra itinerant's hidden nature (5)
8 Without any conditions like a horse with reversed boots in the stirrups? (9)
9 Doc Veer is running around un-married persons? (9)
14 Getting old boy place money around a gin cocktail (9)
15 Support American sportsman's type of shooting (9)
16 Mix beers and rum around one and compensate (9)
18 A glowing compound of Al (9)
22 Once more, a profit! (5)
24 Accountant's car crashed in capital (5)
25 Royals (actually nubile Indian sirens), initially (5)
26 Vote about right to reject (4)

GRID (https://goo.gl/photos/hKbYedNxeESBQcwh8)

[Russellrvw]

Across
1 Boxer's dog has one heel (8)
5 13 lost? OK. He's a humorist (6)
10, 11 This, in a pack, may be 15 (5,5,4) FIFTY THIRD CARD (CD)
12 Stitch certain to hold ulcerated tongue initially (6)
13 Hoaxer fractured jerk's toe (8) JOKESTER*
15 If practical, he is a prankster (5)
17 Key promotes speed (9) BACKS/PACE
19 Applicant Frank had food (9) (CANDID)(ATE)
20 Thou has money — it is thine (5)
21 Bats flying back before boy in Germany and injuring (8)
23 Permanent Account Number that is rejected initially by 15 (6)
27 Resort behind mountain chain (9)
28 His pants usually come off on the flying trapeze when crown changes hands (5)
29 Ram punster replacing saint with nuncio at first (6)
30 Some lass dances and gets black treacle (8)

Down
1 Enlarges pants (5)
2 Present counter's redeemable coupon (4,5)
3 Film hen, for example (5)
4 Poses with sex-appeal in ship (4)
6 I hear Leslie chases aim perpetually (9) (END)(LESSLY ~leslie)
7 Ultra itinerant's hidden nature (5)
8 Without any conditions like a horse with reversed boots in the stirrups? (9)
9 Doc Veer is running around un-married persons? (9)
14 Getting old boy place money around a gin cocktail (9)
15 Support American sportsman's type of shooting (9)
16 Mix beers and rum around one and compensate (9)
18 A glowing compound of Al (9)
22 Once more, a profit! (5)
24 Accountant's car crashed in capital (5)
25 Royals (actually nubile Indian sirens), initially (5)
26 Vote about right to reject (4)

[deepakgita]

Across
1 Boxer's dog has one heel (8) PUGILIST
5 13 lost? OK. He's a humorist (6) JESTER
10, 11 This, in a pack, may be 15 (5,5,4) FIFTY THIRD CARD (CD)
12 Stitch certain to hold ulcerated tongue initially (6)
13 Hoaxer fractured jerk's toe (8) JOKESTER*
15 If practical, he is a prankster (5) JOKER
17 Key promotes speed (9) BACKS/PACE
19 Applicant Frank had food (9) (CANDID)(ATE)
20 Thou has money — it is thine (5)
21 Bats flying back before boy in Germany and injuring (8)
23 Permanent Account Number that is rejected initially by 15 (6)
27 Resort behind mountain chain (9)
28 His pants usually come off on the flying trapeze when crown changes hands (5) CLOWN
29 Ram punster replacing saint with nuncio at first (6) PUNNER
30 Some lass dances and gets black treacle (8)

Down
1 Enlarges pants (5)
2 Present counter's redeemable coupon (4,5)
3 Film hen, for example (5)
4 Poses with sex-appeal in ship (4)
6 I hear Leslie chases aim perpetually (9) (END)(LESSLY ~leslie)
7 Ultra itinerant's hidden nature (5)
8 Without any conditions like a horse with reversed boots in the stirrups? (9)
9 Doc Veer is running around un-married persons? (9)
14 Getting old boy place money around a gin cocktail (9)
15 Support American sportsman's type of shooting (9)
16 Mix beers and rum around one and compensate (9)
18 A glowing compound of Al (9)
22 Once more, a profit! (5)
24 Accountant's car crashed in capital (5)
25 Royals (actually nubile Indian sirens), initially (5)
26 Vote about right to reject (4)

[Russellbew]

Across
1 Boxer's dog has one heel (8) PUGILIST
5 13 lost? OK. He's a humorist (6) JESTER
10, 11 This, in a pack, may be 15 (5,5,4) FIFTY THIRD CARD (CD)
12 Stitch certain to hold ulcerated tongue initially (6)
13 Hoaxer fractured jerk's toe (8) JOKESTER*
15 If practical, he is a prankster (5) JOKER
17 Key promotes speed (9) BACKS/PACE
19 Applicant Frank had food (9) (CANDID)(ATE)
20 Thou has money — it is thine (5)
21 Bats flying back before boy in Germany and injuring (8)
23 Permanent Account Number that is rejected initially by 15 (6)
27 Resort behind mountain chain (9)
28 His pants usually come off on the flying trapeze when crown changes hands (5) CLOWN
29 Ram punster replacing saint with nuncio at first (6) PUNNER
30 Some lass dances and gets black treacle (8)

Down
1 Enlarges pants (5)
2 Present counter's redeemable coupon (4,5)
3 Film hen, for example (5)
4 Poses with sex-appeal in ship (4)
6 I hear Leslie chases aim perpetually (9) (END)(LESSLY ~leslie)
7 Ultra itinerant's hidden nature (5)
8 Without any conditions like a horse with reversed boots in the stirrups? (9)
9 Doc Veer is running around un-married persons? (9)
14 Getting old boy place money around a gin cocktail (9) OBTAINING
15 Support American sportsman's type of shooting (9)
16 Mix beers and rum around one and compensate (9) REIMBURSE
18 A glowing compound of Al (9)
22 Once more, a profit! (5) AGAIN
24 Accountant's car crashed in capital (5)
25 Royals (actually nubile Indian sirens), initially (5) RANIS
26 Vote about right to reject (4) VETO

[CLUELESS]

Across
1 Boxer's dog has one heel (8) PUGILIST
5 13 lost? OK. He's a humorist (6) JESTER
10, 11 This, in a pack, may be 15 (5,5,4) FIFTY THIRD CARD (CD)
12 Stitch certain to hold ulcerated tongue initially (6) SUTURE
13 Hoaxer fractured jerk's toe (8) JOKESTER*
15 If practical, he is a prankster (5) JOKER
17 Key promotes speed (9) BACKS/PACE
19 Applicant Frank had food (9) (CANDID)(ATE)
20 Thou has money — it is thine (5) YOURS
21 Bats flying back before boy in Germany and injuring (8)
23 Permanent Account Number that is rejected initially by 15 (6)
27 Resort behind mountain chain (9)
28 His pants usually come off on the flying trapeze when crown changes hands (5) CLOWN
29 Ram punster replacing saint with nuncio at first (6) PUNNER
30 Some lass dances and gets black treacle (8) MOLASSES

Down
1 Enlarges pants (5)
2 Present counter's redeemable coupon (4,5) GIFT TOKEN
3 Film hen, for example (5)
4 Poses with sex-appeal in ship (4)
6 I hear Leslie chases aim perpetually (9) (END)(LESSLY ~leslie)
7 Ultra itinerant's hidden nature (5)
8 Without any conditions like a horse with reversed boots in the stirrups? (9)
9 Doc Veer is running around un-married persons? (9) DIVORCEES
14 Getting old boy place money around a gin cocktail (9) OBTAINING
15 Support American sportsman's type of shooting (9)
16 Mix beers and rum around one and compensate (9) REIMBURSE
18 A glowing compound of Al (9)
22 Once more, a profit! (5) AGAIN
24 Accountant's car crashed in capital (5)
25 Royals (actually nubile Indian sirens), initially (5) RANIS
26 Vote about right to reject (4) VETO

[deepakgita]

Across
1 System maintaining speed in swirling current is cool (6,7) CRUISE CONTROL
9 Coffee made by doctor before tea (5) MOCHA
10 Assorted clothing I start to collect, second-hand (9) VICARIOUS
11 Form of language that’s ideal ordered by court (7) DIALECT
12 Relative losing heart has broken free (7) UNLEASH
13 Finish changing most new gifts (10)
16 Moisture expected by the sound of it (3)
17 Invite offer (3)
18 Front of rampart in the south contains points of entry (10)
20 Nothing right, for example, with a refusal to supply herb (7)
22 Satisfied about weight, went off course (7)
23 Puzzle behind quiet work in part of factory (4,5)
24 Reverse in channel unnavigable to the west (5)
25 Fearful shout, one’s first, will be adjusted by editor (6-7)


Down
1 Protest about to be raised over variable entertainment (6)
2 Song stirring audience, old hymn (9,6)
3 Saint keeping lid on self esteem, a fall guy (9)
4 Desire firm check (5)
5 Lyrical pieces on sect run strangely (9)
6 Regular members of group really relating to countryside (5)
7 Working in field excited avid Nordic artist (8,2,5)
8 Avoid extremes in encounters with champ (6)
14 Pack up old game to become traveller (5,4)
15 Delay in overtures to new alliance (9)
17 Happen to absorb arguments read casually (6)
19 Attach light-emitting diode, getting confused (6)
21 Just missing line? That’s terrible (5)
22 Abandon stunted vegetation (5)


http://www.thehindu.com/features/magazine/the-sunday-crossword/article7641320.ece

[Russellbew]

Across
1 System maintaining speed in swirling current is cool (6,7) CRUISE CONTROL
9 Coffee made by doctor before tea (5) MOCHA
10 Assorted clothing I start to collect, second-hand (9) VICARIOUS
11 Form of language that’s ideal ordered by court (7) DIALECT
12 Relative losing heart has broken free (7) UNLEASH
13 Finish changing most new gifts (10) ENDOWMENTS
16 Moisture expected by the sound of it (3)DEW
17 Invite offer (3) BID
18 Front of rampart in the south contains points of entry (10) THRESHOLDS
20 Nothing right, for example, with a refusal to supply herb (7) OREGANO
22 Satisfied about weight, went off course (7)
23 Puzzle behind quiet work in part of factory (4,5)
24 Reverse in channel unnavigable to the west (5)
25 Fearful shout, one’s first, will be adjusted by editor (6-7)


Down
1 Protest about to be raised over variable entertainment (6)
2 Song stirring audience, old hymn (9,6)
3 Saint keeping lid on self esteem, a fall guy (9)
4 Desire firm check (5)
5 Lyrical pieces on sect run strangely (9)
6 Regular members of group really relating to countryside (5)
7 Working in field excited avid Nordic artist (8,2,5)
8 Avoid extremes in encounters with champ (6)
14 Pack up old game to become traveller (5,4)
15 Delay in overtures to new alliance (9)
17 Happen to absorb arguments read casually (6)
19 Attach light-emitting diode, getting confused (6)
21 Just missing line? That’s terrible (5)
22 Abandon stunted vegetation (5)

[Russellrvw]

Across
1 System maintaining speed in swirling current is cool (6,7) CRUISE CONTROL
9 Coffee made by doctor before tea (5) MOCHA
10 Assorted clothing I start to collect, second-hand (9) VICARIOUS
11 Form of language that’s ideal ordered by court (7) DIALECT
12 Relative losing heart has broken free (7) UNLEASH
13 Finish changing most new gifts (10) ENDOWMENTS
16 Moisture expected by the sound of it (3)DEW
17 Invite offer (3) BID
18 Front of rampart in the south contains points of entry (10) THRESHOLDS
20 Nothing right, for example, with a refusal to supply herb (7) OREGANO
22 Satisfied about weight, went off course (7) S(W)ERVED
23 Puzzle behind quiet work in part of factory (4,5) SH/OP/ FLOOR
24 Reverse in channel unnavigable to the west (5)
25 Fearful shout, one’s first, will be adjusted by editor (6-7) YELL/O/W-BELLI*/ED


Down
1 Protest about to be raised over variable entertainment (6)
2 Song stirring audience, old hymn (9,6) UNCHAINED MELODY*
3 Saint keeping lid on self esteem, a fall guy (9)
4 Desire firm check (5)
5 Lyrical pieces on sect run strangely (9)
6 Regular members of group really relating to countryside (5)
7 Working in field excited avid Nordic artist (8,2,5) {LE(ON)A}{RDO DA VINCI*}
8 Avoid extremes in encounters with champ (6)
14 Pack up old game to become traveller (5,4)
15 Delay in overtures to new alliance (9)
17 Happen to absorb arguments read casually (6)
19 Attach light-emitting diode, getting confused (6)
21 Just missing line? That’s terrible (5)
22 Abandon stunted vegetation (5)

[CLUELESS]

Across
1 System maintaining speed in swirling current is cool (6,7) CRUISE CONTROL
9 Coffee made by doctor before tea (5) MOCHA
10 Assorted clothing I start to collect, second-hand (9) VICARIOUS
11 Form of language that’s ideal ordered by court (7) DIALECT
12 Relative losing heart has broken free (7) UNLEASH
13 Finish changing most new gifts (10) ENDOWMENTS
16 Moisture expected by the sound of it (3)DEW
17 Invite offer (3) BID
18 Front of rampart in the south contains points of entry (10) THRESHOLDS
20 Nothing right, for example, with a refusal to supply herb (7) OREGANO
22 Satisfied about weight, went off course (7) S(W)ERVED
23 Puzzle behind quiet work in part of factory (4,5) SH/OP/ FLOOR
24 Reverse in channel unnavigable to the west (5) ANNUL
25 Fearful shout, one’s first, will be adjusted by editor (6-7) YELL/O/W-BELLI*/ED


Down
1 Protest about to be raised over variable entertainment (6)
2 Song stirring audience, old hymn (9,6) UNCHAINED MELODY*
3 Saint keeping lid on self esteem, a fall guy (9) SCAPEGOAT
4 Desire firm check (5)
5 Lyrical pieces on sect run strangely (9)
6 Regular members of group really relating to countryside (5) RURAL
7 Working in field excited avid Nordic artist (8,2,5) {LE(ON)A}{RDO DA VINCI*}
8 Avoid extremes in encounters with champ (6)
14 Pack up old game to become traveller (5,4)
15 Delay in overtures to new alliance (9)
17 Happen to absorb arguments read casually (6)
19 Attach light-emitting diode, getting confused (6) ADDLED
21 Just missing line? That’s terrible (5) AWFUL
22 Abandon stunted vegetation (5)

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
1 System maintaining speed in swirling current is cool (6,7) CRUISE CONTROL
9 Coffee made by doctor before tea (5) MOCHA
10 Assorted clothing I start to collect, second-hand (9) VICARIOUS
11 Form of language that’s ideal ordered by court (7) DIALECT
12 Relative losing heart has broken free (7) UNLEASH
13 Finish changing most new gifts (10) ENDOWMENTS
16 Moisture expected by the sound of it (3)DEW
17 Invite offer (3) BID
18 Front of rampart in the south contains points of entry (10) THRESHOLDS
20 Nothing right, for example, with a refusal to supply herb (7) OREGANO
22 Satisfied about weight, went off course (7) S(W)ERVED
23 Puzzle behind quiet work in part of factory (4,5) SH/OP/ FLOOR
24 Reverse in channel unnavigable to the west (5) ANNUL
25 Fearful shout, one’s first, will be adjusted by editor (6-7) YELL/O/W-BELLI*/ED


Down
1 Protest about to be raised over variable entertainment (6)COMEDY
2 Song stirring audience, old hymn (9,6) UNCHAINED MELODY*
3 Saint keeping lid on self esteem, a fall guy (9) SCAPEGOAT
4 Desire firm check (5)COVET
5 Lyrical pieces on sect run strangely (9)NOCTURNES
6 Regular members of group really relating to countryside (5) RURAL
7 Working in field excited avid Nordic artist (8,2,5) {LE(ON)A}{RDO DA VINCI*}
8 Avoid extremes in encounters with champ (6)ESCHEW
14 Pack up old game to become traveller (5,4)MARCO POLO
15 Delay in overtures to new alliance (9)STONEWALL
17 Happen to absorb arguments read casually (6)BROWSE
19 Attach light-emitting diode, getting confused (6) ADDLED
21 Just missing line? That’s terrible (5) AWFUL
22 Abandon stunted vegetation (5)SCRUB

:clap::clap::clap: Good!

[Joshuaceada]

Incognito

Across
7 JFK's playing card (4)
8 It is supposed to be superfast, especially when greased (9)
10 Teases model relatives who are not 29 (6)
11 Naughty nieces capture knight's clothing accessories (8)
12 Regatta's snake spot (4-4)
14 Adder is between spring and fall (6)
16 Bart's ban on extra-terrestrial (7)
18 Greenish-blue colour I had exhibited at first with poison (7)
21 Flower had Ali confused (6)
23 Mash pulpier pie endlessly with the superior part of osculatory appendage (5,3)
25 Turn anticlockwise after swine has gone and get a mixed drink (8)
27 Smart intelligence agent carries telecom device to identify friend or foe (6)
29 They manage enlightenment without hint (9)
30 Look at a nobleman as a person of equal status (4)

Down
1 Philanderer can save endlessly by carrying a ring, silly! (8)
2 Hide southern relative (4)
3 State of matter found in People's Liberation Army's main armoury, initially (6)
4 A Government Order rejected in Spain leads to troubles (7)
5 Remains loyal to bars near ... (6,2)
6 ... money making plant or Herb (4)
9 Birds first go erratically, and then East-South-East (5)
13 Take some training and dance with an ugly creature (5)
15 Roman ruined building (5)
17 Time a small creature becomes capable of being removed (8)
19 Administer a solution drop by drop after deep fried mixture lost energy (4,4)
20 Magnificent miniature submarine Emil built (7)
22 In between, a girl hugs Scotsman (5)
24 Pilot Officer Singh's endlessly sitting (6)
26 Critical, but not the most powerful one on board (4)
28 I left groups of Zulu soldiers, the devils (4)

GRID (https://goo.gl/photos/aGMCy672Hg11zkECA)

[Russellrvw]

Across
7 JFK's playing card (4)
8 It is supposed to be superfast, especially when greased (9) LIGHTNING (E)
10 Teases model relatives who are not 29 (6)
11 Naughty nieces capture knight's clothing accessories (8) NEC(KT)IES*
12 Regatta's snake spot (4-4) (BOA-T)(RACE)
14 Adder is between spring and fall (6)
16 Bart's ban on extra-terrestrial (7)
18 Greenish-blue colour I had exhibited at first with poison (7) CYAN/I'D/E
21 Flower had Ali confused (6)
23 Mash pulpier pie endlessly with the superior part of osculatory appendage (5,3)
25 Turn anticlockwise after swine has gone and get a mixed drink (8)
27 Smart intelligence agent carries telecom device to identify friend or foe (6)
29 They manage enlightenment without hint (9)
30 Look at a nobleman as a person of equal status (4)

Down
1 Philanderer can save endlessly by carrying a ring, silly! (8)
2 Hide southern relative (4)
3 State of matter found in People's Liberation Army's main armoury, initially (6)
4 A Government Order rejected in Spain leads to troubles (7)
5 Remains loyal to bars near ... (6,2)
6 ... money making plant or Herb (4)
9 Birds first go erratically, and then East-South-East (5)
13 Take some training and dance with an ugly creature (5)
15 Roman ruined building (5)
17 Time a small creature becomes capable of being removed (8)
19 Administer a solution drop by drop after deep fried mixture lost energy (4,4) DRIP-FEED*-e
20 Magnificent miniature submarine Emil built (7)
22 In between, a girl hugs Scotsman (5)
24 Pilot Officer Singh's endlessly sitting (6)
26 Critical, but not the most powerful one on board (4)
28 I left groups of Zulu soldiers, the devils (4)

[deepakgita]

Across
7 JFK's playing card (4) JACK
8 It is supposed to be superfast, especially when greased (9) LIGHTNING (E)
10 Teases model relatives who are not 29 (6) TAUNTS
11 Naughty nieces capture knight's clothing accessories (8) NEC(KT)IES*
12 Regatta's snake spot (4-4) (BOA-T)(RACE)
14 Adder is between spring and fall (6) SUMMER
16 Bart's ban on extra-terrestrial (7) BARONET
18 Greenish-blue colour I had exhibited at first with poison (7) CYAN/I'D/E
21 Flower had Ali confused (6) DAHLIA
23 Mash pulpier pie endlessly with the superior part of osculatory appendage (5,3)
25 Turn anticlockwise after swine has gone and get a mixed drink (8)
27 Smart intelligence agent carries telecom device to identify friend or foe (6)
29 They manage enlightenment without hint (9)
30 Look at a nobleman as a person of equal status (4)

Down
1 Philanderer can save endlessly by carrying a ring, silly! (8)
2 Hide southern relative (4)
3 State of matter found in People's Liberation Army's main armoury, initially (6)
4 A Government Order rejected in Spain leads to troubles (7)
5 Remains loyal to bars near ... (6,2)
6 ... money making plant or Herb (4)
9 Birds first go erratically, and then East-South-East (5)
13 Take some training and dance with an ugly creature (5)
15 Roman ruined building (5)
17 Time a small creature becomes capable of being removed (8)
19 Administer a solution drop by drop after deep fried mixture lost energy (4,4) DRIP-FEED*-e
20 Magnificent miniature submarine Emil built (7)
22 In between, a girl hugs Scotsman (5)
24 Pilot Officer Singh's endlessly sitting (6)
26 Critical, but not the most powerful one on board (4)
28 I left groups of Zulu soldiers, the devils (4)

[CLUELESS]

Across
7 JFK's playing card (4) JACK
8 It is supposed to be superfast, especially when greased (9) LIGHTNING (E)
10 Teases model relatives who are not 29 (6) TAUNTS
11 Naughty nieces capture knight's clothing accessories (8) NEC(KT)IES*
12 Regatta's snake spot (4-4) (BOA-T)(RACE)
14 Adder is between spring and fall (6) SUMMER
16 Bart's ban on extra-terrestrial (7) BARONET
18 Greenish-blue colour I had exhibited at first with poison (7) CYAN/I'D/E
21 Flower had Ali confused (6) DAHLIA
23 Mash pulpier pie endlessly with the superior part of osculatory appendage (5,3) UPPER LIP
25 Turn anticlockwise after swine has gone and get a mixed drink (8) COCKTAIL
27 Smart intelligence agent carries telecom device to identify friend or foe (6)
29 They manage enlightenment without hint (9) GENTLEMEN
30 Look at a nobleman as a person of equal status (4)

Down
1 Philanderer can save endlessly by carrying a ring, silly! (8) CASANOVA
2 Hide southern relative (4)
3 State of matter found in People's Liberation Army's main armoury, initially (6) PLASMA
4 A Government Order rejected in Spain leads to troubles (7)
5 Remains loyal to bars near ... (6,2)
6 ... money making plant or Herb (4)
9 Birds first go erratically, and then East-South-East (5)
13 Take some training and dance with an ugly creature (5)
15 Roman ruined building (5)
17 Time a small creature becomes capable of being removed (8)
19 Administer a solution drop by drop after deep fried mixture lost energy (4,4) DRIP-FEED*-e
20 Magnificent miniature submarine Emil built (7)
22 In between, a girl hugs Scotsman (5)
24 Pilot Officer Singh's endlessly sitting (6)
26 Critical, but not the most powerful one on board (4)
28 I left groups of Zulu soldiers, the devils (4)

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
7 JFK's playing card (4) JACK
8 It is supposed to be superfast, especially when greased (9) LIGHTNING (E)
10 Teases model relatives who are not 29 (6) TAUNTS
11 Naughty nieces capture knight's clothing accessories (8) NEC(KT)IES*
12 Regatta's snake spot (4-4) (BOA-T)(RACE)
14 Adder is between spring and fall (6) SUMMER
16 Bart's ban on extra-terrestrial (7) BARONET
18 Greenish-blue colour I had exhibited at first with poison (7) CYAN/I'D/E
21 Flower had Ali confused (6) DAHLIA
23 Mash pulpier pie endlessly with the superior part of osculatory appendage (5,3) UPPER LIP
25 Turn anticlockwise after swine has gone and get a mixed drink (8) COCKTAIL
27 Smart intelligence agent carries telecom device to identify friend or foe (6)
29 They manage enlightenment without hint (9) GENTLEMEN
30 Look at a nobleman as a person of equal status (4)

Down
1 Philanderer can save endlessly by carrying a ring, silly! (8) CASANOVA
2 Hide southern relative (4)
3 State of matter found in People's Liberation Army's main armoury, initially (6) PLASMA
4 A Government Order rejected in Spain leads to troubles (7)
5 Remains loyal to bars near ... (6,2)
6 ... money making plant or Herb (4)
9 Birds first go erratically, and then East-South-East (5)
13 Take some training and dance with an ugly creature (5)
15 Roman ruined building (5)MANOR
17 Time a small creature becomes capable of being removed (8)
19 Administer a solution drop by drop after deep fried mixture lost energy (4,4) DRIP-FEED*-e
20 Magnificent miniature submarine Emil built (7)SUBLIME
22 In between, a girl hugs Scotsman (5)
24 Pilot Officer Singh's endlessly sitting (6)POSING
26 Critical, but not the most powerful one on board (4)KING
28 I left groups of Zulu soldiers, the devils (4)IMPS

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
7 JFK's playing card (4) JACK
8 It is supposed to be superfast, especially when greased (9) LIGHTNING (E)
10 Teases model relatives who are not 29 (6) TAUNTS
11 Naughty nieces capture knight's clothing accessories (8) NEC(KT)IES*
12 Regatta's snake spot (4-4) (BOA-T)(RACE)
14 Adder is between spring and fall (6) SUMMER
16 Bart's ban on extra-terrestrial (7) BARONET
18 Greenish-blue colour I had exhibited at first with poison (7) CYAN/I'D/E
21 Flower had Ali confused (6) DAHLIA
23 Mash pulpier pie endlessly with the superior part of osculatory appendage (5,3) UPPER LIP
25 Turn anticlockwise after swine has gone and get a mixed drink (8) COCKTAIL
27 Smart intelligence agent carries telecom device to identify friend or foe (6)SPIFFY
29 They manage enlightenment without hint (9) GENTLEMEN
30 Look at a nobleman as a person of equal status (4)PEER

Down
1 Philanderer can save endlessly by carrying a ring, silly! (8) CASANOVA
2 Hide southern relative (4)SKIN
3 State of matter found in People's Liberation Army's main armoury, initially (6) PLASMA
4 A Government Order rejected in Spain leads to troubles (7)AGONIES
5 Remains loyal to bars near ... (6,2)STICKS BY
6 ... money making plant or Herb (4)MINT
9 Birds first go erratically, and then East-South-East (5)GEESE
13 Take some training and dance with an ugly creature (5)TROLL
15 Roman ruined building (5)MANOR
17 Time a small creature becomes capable of being removed (8)ERASABLE
19 Administer a solution drop by drop after deep fried mixture lost energy (4,4) DRIP-FEED*-e
20 Magnificent miniature submarine Emil built (7)SUBLIME
22 In between, a girl hugs Scotsman (5)AMONG
24 Pilot Officer Singh's endlessly sitting (6)POSING
26 Critical, but not the most powerful one on board (4)KING
28 I left groups of Zulu soldiers, the devils (4)IMPS

:clap::clap::clap: Wow! Awesome for all PGWodehouse diehard fans like me! (Right at present am rereading all my favourite Wodehouse books after about 5 decades with undiminished, unchanged glee as at first reading!)

[Joshuaceada]

Skulldugger

Across
1 Gradually, Italian co-ops reordered boxed English article (4,1,4)
6 Mischievous sprite has plum cake regularly (4)
8 Lively dance by girl with sporadic interest (romantic chiefly) in boy (8)
9 In which the 11 is not very accommodating: heart of Tartarus (6)
10 A giant Airbus fan malfunction might be one heck of a deal (8,7)
11 “Unadulterated evil” describes underworld boss (5)
13 Spooner's firework plant (8)
15 Hottest Serrano peppers initially far from hot (8)
18 After death, spirit appears in Hades following typo (5)
20 11ish phosphate in lime compound (15)
23 Nonsense spouted by bookish characters on a bender after love-loss? (6)
24 Slips careless, dropping last two at Ashes final (8)
25 Little 11s instigating minor, paltry sins chiefly (4)
26 An exotic bloom profaned her bodice (3,6)

Down
1 11's preferred fashion brand excellent, Dad admits (5)
2 Little officer is so revolutionary in Gargantua and Pantagruel, for instance (7)
3 Setter takes taxi at the beginning of autumn, returns in the summers (5)
4 Could be thirteenth nobleman beheaded in the heart of Male (7)
5 12 for 11 or 'hardly improved' (3,5)
6 Cauldron takes forever to make soups (7)
7 Wept, overwhelmed, quit performing for being judged (9)
12 Crumbling empire turning to mush after king kicked the bucket, for instance (9)
14 Married British leader concealed terrible shame — an Indian mistress (8)
16 Upset ejaculation breaks musical partnership (7)
17 Beat badly, centurions in hostilities finally decamp (7)
19 The bloke's gained a couple of pounds, he has no energy and is extremely unpleasant (7)
21 Voracity without moderation ultimately results in more fat (5)
22 Change effected by people in this day and age (5)

GRID (https://goo.gl/photos/vhfvmdfRPwWqRvAe9)

[Russellrvw]

Across
1 Gradually, Italian co-ops reordered boxed English article (4,1,4)
6 Mischievous sprite has plum cake regularly (4)
8 Lively dance by girl with sporadic interest (romantic chiefly) in boy (8)
9 In which the 11 is not very accommodating: heart of Tartarus (6)
10 A giant Airbus fan malfunction might be one heck of a deal (8,7) FAUSTIAN BARGAIN*
11 “Unadulterated evil” describes underworld boss (5) DEVIL (T)
13 Spooner's firework plant (8)
15 Hottest Serrano peppers initially far from hot (8)
18 After death, spirit appears in Hades following typo (5)
20 11ish phosphate in lime compound (15) MEPHISTOPHELIAN*
23 Nonsense spouted by bookish characters on a bender after love-loss? (6)
24 Slips careless, dropping last two at Ashes final (8)
25 Little 11s instigating minor, paltry sins chiefly (4)
26 An exotic bloom profaned her bodice (3,6) BEE ORCHID*

Down
1 11's preferred fashion brand excellent, Dad admits (5)
2 Little officer is so revolutionary in Gargantua and Pantagruel, for instance (7)
3 Setter takes taxi at the beginning of autumn, returns in the summers (5) A(BAC)I <=
4 Could be thirteenth nobleman beheaded in the heart of Male (7)
5 12 for 11 or 'hardly improved' (3,5)
6 Cauldron takes forever to make soups (7)
7 Wept, overwhelmed, quit performing for being judged (9)
12 Crumbling empire turning to mush after king kicked the bucket, for instance (9)
14 Married British leader concealed terrible shame — an Indian mistress (8)
16 Upset ejaculation breaks musical partnership (7)
17 Beat badly, centurions in hostilities finally decamp (7)
19 The bloke's gained a couple of pounds, he has no energy and is extremely unpleasant (7)
21 Voracity without moderation ultimately results in more fat (5)
22 Change effected by people in this day and age (5)

[Russellbew]

Across
1 Gradually, Italian co-ops reordered boxed English article (4,1,4)
6 Mischievous sprite has plum cake regularly (4)
8 Lively dance by girl with sporadic interest (romantic chiefly) in boy (8)
9 In which the 11 is not very accommodating: heart of Tartarus (6) DETAIL
10 A giant Airbus fan malfunction might be one heck of a deal (8,7) FAUSTIAN BARGAIN*
11 “Unadulterated evil” describes underworld boss (5) DEVIL (T)
13 Spooner's firework plant (8)
15 Hottest Serrano peppers initially far from hot (8)
18 After death, spirit appears in Hades following typo (5)
20 11ish phosphate in lime compound (15) MEPHISTOPHELIAN*
23 Nonsense spouted by bookish characters on a bender after love-loss? (6)
24 Slips careless, dropping last two at Ashes final (8)
25 Little 11s instigating minor, paltry sins chiefly (4) IMPS
26 An exotic bloom profaned her bodice (3,6) BEE ORCHID*

Down
1 11's preferred fashion brand excellent, Dad admits (5)
2 Little officer is so revolutionary in Gargantua and Pantagruel, for instance (7)
3 Setter takes taxi at the beginning of autumn, returns in the summers (5) A(BAC)I <=
4 Could be thirteenth nobleman beheaded in the heart of Male (7)
5 12 for 11 or 'hardly improved' (3,5)
6 Cauldron takes forever to make soups (7)
7 Wept, overwhelmed, quit performing for being judged (9)
12 Crumbling empire turning to mush after king kicked the bucket, for instance (9) EUPHEMISM
14 Married British leader concealed terrible shame — an Indian mistress (8) MEMSAHIB
16 Upset ejaculation breaks musical partnership (7)
17 Beat badly, centurions in hostilities finally decamp (7)
19 The bloke's gained a couple of pounds, he has no energy and is extremely unpleasant (7)
21 Voracity without moderation ultimately results in more fat (5)
22 Change effected by people in this day and age (5) AMEND

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
1 Gradually, Italian co-ops reordered boxed English article (4,1,4)
6 Mischievous sprite has plum cake regularly (4)PUCK
8 Lively dance by girl with sporadic interest (romantic chiefly) in boy (8)
9 In which the 11 is not very accommodating: heart of Tartarus (6)
10 A giant Airbus fan malfunction might be one heck of a deal (8,7) FAUSTIAN BARGAIN*
11 “Unadulterated evil” describes underworld boss (5) DEVIL (T)
13 Spooner's firework plant (8)
15 Hottest Serrano peppers initially far from hot (8)SPICIEST
18 After death, spirit appears in Hades following typo (5)
20 11ish phosphate in lime compound (15) MEPHISTOPHELIAN*
23 Nonsense spouted by bookish characters on a bender after love-loss? (6)
24 Slips careless, dropping last two at Ashes final (8)
25 Little 11s instigating minor, paltry sins chiefly (4)IMPS
26 An exotic bloom profaned her bodice (3,6) BEE ORCHID*

Down
1 11's preferred fashion brand excellent, Dad admits (5)
2 Little officer is so revolutionary in Gargantua and Pantagruel, for instance (7)
3 Setter takes taxi at the beginning of autumn, returns in the summers (5) A(BAC)I <=
4 Could be thirteenth nobleman beheaded in the heart of Male (7)
5 12 for 11 or 'hardly improved' (3,5)
6 Cauldron takes forever to make soups (7)
7 Wept, overwhelmed, quit performing for being judged (9)
12 Crumbling empire turning to mush after king kicked the bucket, for instance (9)
14 Married British leader concealed terrible shame — an Indian mistress (8)
16 Upset ejaculation breaks musical partnership (7)
17 Beat badly, centurions in hostilities finally decamp (7)
19 The bloke's gained a couple of pounds, he has no energy and is extremely unpleasant (7)
21 Voracity without moderation ultimately results in more fat (5)HUGER
22 Change effected by people in this day and age (5)AMEND

[CLUELESS]

Across
1 Gradually, Italian co-ops reordered boxed English article (4,1,4)
6 Mischievous sprite has plum cake regularly (4)PUCK
8 Lively dance by girl with sporadic interest (romantic chiefly) in boy (8)
9 In which the 11 is not very accommodating: heart of Tartarus (6)
10 A giant Airbus fan malfunction might be one heck of a deal (8,7) FAUSTIAN BARGAIN*
11 “Unadulterated evil” describes underworld boss (5) DEVIL (T)
13 Spooner's firework plant (8)
15 Hottest Serrano peppers initially far from hot (8)SPICIEST
18 After death, spirit appears in Hades following typo (5)
20 11ish phosphate in lime compound (15) MEPHISTOPHELIAN*
23 Nonsense spouted by bookish characters on a bender after love-loss? (6)
24 Slips careless, dropping last two at Ashes final (8) NEGLIGES
25 Little 11s instigating minor, paltry sins chiefly (4)IMPS
26 An exotic bloom profaned her bodice (3,6) BEE ORCHID*

Down
1 11's preferred fashion brand excellent, Dad admits (5)
2 Little officer is so revolutionary in Gargantua and Pantagruel, for instance (7) COLOSSI
3 Setter takes taxi at the beginning of autumn, returns in the summers (5) A(BAC)I <=
4 Could be thirteenth nobleman beheaded in the heart of Male (7)
5 12 for 11 or 'hardly improved' (3,5)
6 Cauldron takes forever to make soups (7) POTAGES
7 Wept, overwhelmed, quit performing for being judged (9) CRITIQUED
12 Crumbling empire turning to mush after king kicked the bucket, for instance (9)
14 Married British leader concealed terrible shame — an Indian mistress (8) MEMSAHIB
16 Upset ejaculation breaks musical partnership (7)
17 Beat badly, centurions in hostilities finally decamp (7)
19 The bloke's gained a couple of pounds, he has no energy and is extremely unpleasant (7)
21 Voracity without moderation ultimately results in more fat (5)HUGER
22 Change effected by people in this day and age (5)AMEND

[deepakgita]

Across
1 Gradually, Italian co-ops reordered boxed English article (4,1,4) POCO A POCO
6 Mischievous sprite has plum cake regularly (4)PUCK
8 Lively dance by girl with sporadic interest (romantic chiefly) in boy (8) GALLIARD
9 In which the 11 is not very accommodating: heart of Tartarus (6) DETAIL
10 A giant Airbus fan malfunction might be one heck of a deal (8,7) FAUSTIAN BARGAIN*
11 “Unadulterated evil” describes underworld boss (5) DEVIL (T)
13 Spooner's firework plant (8) LARKSPUR
15 Hottest Serrano peppers initially far from hot (8)SPICIEST
18 After death, spirit appears in Hades following typo (5) SHADE
20 11ish phosphate in lime compound (15) MEPHISTOPHELIAN*
23 Nonsense spouted by bookish characters on a bender after love-loss? (6)
24 Slips careless, dropping last two at Ashes final (8) NEGLIGES
25 Little 11s instigating minor, paltry sins chiefly (4)IMPS
26 An exotic bloom profaned her bodice (3,6) BEE ORCHID*

Down
1 11's preferred fashion brand excellent, Dad admits (5)
2 Little officer is so revolutionary in Gargantua and Pantagruel, for instance (7) COLOSSI
3 Setter takes taxi at the beginning of autumn, returns in the summers (5) A(BAC)I <=
4 Could be thirteenth nobleman beheaded in the heart of Male (7)
5 12 for 11 or 'hardly improved' (3,5)
6 Cauldron takes forever to make soups (7) POTAGES
7 Wept, overwhelmed, quit performing for being judged (9) CRITIQUED
12 Crumbling empire turning to mush after king kicked the bucket, for instance (9)
14 Married British leader concealed terrible shame — an Indian mistress (8) MEMSAHIB
16 Upset ejaculation breaks musical partnership (7)
17 Beat badly, centurions in hostilities finally decamp (7)
19 The bloke's gained a couple of pounds, he has no energy and is extremely unpleasant (7)
21 Voracity without moderation ultimately results in more fat (5)HUGER
22 Change effected by people in this day and age (5)AMEND

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
1 Gradually, Italian co-ops reordered boxed English article (4,1,4) POCO A POCO
6 Mischievous sprite has plum cake regularly (4)PUCK
8 Lively dance by girl with sporadic interest (romantic chiefly) in boy (8) GALLIARD
9 In which the 11 is not very accommodating: heart of Tartarus (6) DETAIL
10 A giant Airbus fan malfunction might be one heck of a deal (8,7) FAUSTIAN BARGAIN*
11 “Unadulterated evil” describes underworld boss (5) DEVIL (T)
13 Spooner's firework plant (8) LARKSPUR
15 Hottest Serrano peppers initially far from hot (8)SPICIEST
18 After death, spirit appears in Hades following typo (5) SHADE
20 11ish phosphate in lime compound (15) MEPHISTOPHELIAN*
23 Nonsense spouted by bookish characters on a bender after love-loss? (6)KIBOSH
24 Slips careless, dropping last two at Ashes final (8) NEGLIGES
25 Little 11s instigating minor, paltry sins chiefly (4)IMPS
26 An exotic bloom profaned her bodice (3,6) BEE ORCHID*

Down
1 11's preferred fashion brand excellent, Dad admits (5)PRADA
2 Little officer is so revolutionary in Gargantua and Pantagruel, for instance (7) COLOSSI
3 Setter takes taxi at the beginning of autumn, returns in the summers (5) A(BAC)I <=
4 Could be thirteenth nobleman beheaded in the heart of Male (7)ORDINAL
5 12 for 11 or 'hardly improved' (3,5)OLD HARRY
6 Cauldron takes forever to make soups (7) POTAGES
7 Wept, overwhelmed, quit performing for being judged (9) CRITIQUED
12 Crumbling empire turning to mush after king kicked the bucket, for instance (9)EUPHEMISM
14 Married British leader concealed terrible shame — an Indian mistress (8) MEMSAHIB
16 Upset ejaculation breaks musical partnership (7)CAHOOTS
17 Beat badly, centurions in hostilities finally decamp (7)TROUNCE
19 The bloke's gained a couple of pounds, he has no energy and is extremely unpleasant (7)HELLISH
21 Voracity without moderation ultimately results in more fat (5)HUGER
22 Change effected by people in this day and age (5)AMEND

:clap::clap::clap: A toughie!

[Joshuaceada]

Lightning

Across
8 Chapter fifty included in test? Not in the score awarded! (11,4)
9 Irritable engineer with thug regularly breaking into manufacturing facility (8)
10 Flawless in diplomacy (6)
11 Criticism of one ousting university building (9)
12 Show topless chest (5)
15 Afflicted with scary illness in the heart becomes underweight (7)
17 Eternal goal? Not so much (7)
19 Range of strategic chess move cut short at the beginning (5)
20 Designed for comfort, therefore no mount in chair for starters (9)
23 For qualified gain (6)
25 Ends of snake spanning greyish-brown ridge in a desert (4,4)
26 Now freebie might not be distributed (3,3,4,5)

Down
1 Omit passage right away (6)
2 Enlightened group’s aim until one left devastated (10)
3 Bestowing one with special skill to entice Member of Parliament in German (9)
4 Importance of the frame of mind I hear you are in (7)
5 These gates admit the truth (5)
6 Release monthly payment by end of August (4)
7 Return journeys (8)
13 Animal freed by mistake, let inside (6,4)
14 Bump into noble one almost breaking into register (9)
16 Rekindling old romance in this country (8)
18 Old kingdom of northern Poland and its neighbour (7)
21 Losing opener, unbeaten for 50 overs, say (6)
22 Animal seen in hot territories (5)
24 Chance fellow had (4)

GRID (https://goo.gl/photos/TTvF2ZdqmPhuRUJN9)

[Russellrvw]

Across
8 Chapter fifty included in test? Not in the score awarded! (11,4)
9 Irritable engineer with thug regularly breaking into manufacturing facility (8)
10 Flawless in diplomacy (6)
11 Criticism of one ousting university building (9)
12 Show topless chest (5)
15 Afflicted with scary illness in the heart becomes underweight (7)
17 Eternal goal? Not so much (7)
19 Range of strategic chess move cut short at the beginning (5) [-g]AMBIT
20 Designed for comfort, therefore no mount in chair for starters (9)
23 For qualified gain (6) PRO/FIT
25 Ends of snake spanning greyish-brown ridge in a desert (4,4)
26 Now freebie might not be distributed (3,3,4,5) FOR THE TIME BEING*

Down
1 Omit passage right away (6)
2 Enlightened group’s aim until one left devastated (10) ILLUMINATI*
3 Bestowing one with special skill to entice Member of Parliament in German (9)
4 Importance of the frame of mind I hear you are in (7)
5 These gates admit the truth (5)
6 Release monthly payment by end of August (4)
7 Return journeys (8)
13 Animal freed by mistake, let inside (6,4)
14 Bump into noble one almost breaking into register (9)
16 Rekindling old romance in this country (8) CAMEROON*
18 Old kingdom of northern Poland and its neighbour (7)
21 Losing opener, unbeaten for 50 overs, say (6)
22 Animal seen in hot territories (5)
24 Chance fellow had (4)

[deepakgita]

Across
8 Chapter fifty included in test? Not in the score awarded! (11,4) EXCLAMATION MARK
9 Irritable engineer with thug regularly breaking into manufacturing facility (8) PETULANT
10 Flawless in diplomacy (6) INTACT
11 Criticism of one ousting university building (9) STRICTURE
12 Show topless chest (5) OFFER
15 Afflicted with scary illness in the heart becomes underweight (7)
17 Eternal goal? Not so much (7)
19 Range of strategic chess move cut short at the beginning (5) [-g]AMBIT
20 Designed for comfort, therefore no mount in chair for starters (9)
23 For qualified gain (6) PRO/FIT
25 Ends of snake spanning greyish-brown ridge in a desert (4,4)
26 Now freebie might not be distributed (3,3,4,5) FOR THE TIME BEING*

Down
1 Omit passage right away (6)
2 Enlightened group’s aim until one left devastated (10) ILLUMINATI*
3 Bestowing one with special skill to entice Member of Parliament in German (9)
4 Importance of the frame of mind I hear you are in (7)
5 These gates admit the truth (5)
6 Release monthly payment by end of August (4)
7 Return journeys (8)
13 Animal freed by mistake, let inside (6,4)
14 Bump into noble one almost breaking into register (9)
16 Rekindling old romance in this country (8) CAMEROON*
18 Old kingdom of northern Poland and its neighbour (7)
21 Losing opener, unbeaten for 50 overs, say (6)
22 Animal seen in hot territories (5)
24 Chance fellow had (4)

[CLUELESS]

Across
8 Chapter fifty included in test? Not in the score awarded! (11,4) EXCLAMATION MARK
9 Irritable engineer with thug regularly breaking into manufacturing facility (8) PETULANT
10 Flawless in diplomacy (6) INTACT
11 Criticism of one ousting university building (9) STRICTURE
12 Show topless chest (5) OFFER
15 Afflicted with scary illness in the heart becomes underweight (7)
17 Eternal goal? Not so much (7) ENDLESS
19 Range of strategic chess move cut short at the beginning (5) [-g]AMBIT
20 Designed for comfort, therefore no mount in chair for starters (9)
23 For qualified gain (6) PRO/FIT
25 Ends of snake spanning greyish-brown ridge in a desert (4,4)
26 Now freebie might not be distributed (3,3,4,5) FOR THE TIME BEING*

Down
1 Omit passage right away (6) EXCEPT
2 Enlightened group’s aim until one left devastated (10) ILLUMINATI*
3 Bestowing one with special skill to entice Member of Parliament in German (9)
4 Importance of the frame of mind I hear you are in (7) STATURE
5 These gates admit the truth (5)
6 Release monthly payment by end of August (4)
7 Return journeys (8)
13 Animal freed by mistake, let inside (6,4)
14 Bump into noble one almost breaking into register (9) ENCOUNTER
16 Rekindling old romance in this country (8) CAMEROON*
18 Old kingdom of northern Poland and its neighbour (7)
21 Losing opener, unbeaten for 50 overs, say (6) INNING
22 Animal seen in hot territories (5)
24 Chance fellow had (4)

[Russellbew]

Across
8 Chapter fifty included in test? Not in the score awarded! (11,4) EXCLAMATION MARK
9 Irritable engineer with thug regularly breaking into manufacturing facility (8) PETULANT
10 Flawless in diplomacy (6) INTACT
11 Criticism of one ousting university building (9) STRICTURE
12 Show topless chest (5) OFFER
15 Afflicted with scary illness in the heart becomes underweight (7)
17 Eternal goal? Not so much (7) ENDLESS
19 Range of strategic chess move cut short at the beginning (5) [-g]AMBIT
20 Designed for comfort, therefore no mount in chair for starters (9)
23 For qualified gain (6) PRO/FIT
25 Ends of snake spanning greyish-brown ridge in a desert (4,4)
26 Now freebie might not be distributed (3,3,4,5) FOR THE TIME BEING*

Down
1 Omit passage right away (6) EXCEPT
2 Enlightened group’s aim until one left devastated (10) ILLUMINATI*
3 Bestowing one with special skill to entice Member of Parliament in German (9)
4 Importance of the frame of mind I hear you are in (7) STATURE
5 These gates admit the truth (5)
6 Release monthly payment by end of August (4) EMIT
7 Return journeys (8)
13 Animal freed by mistake, let inside (6,4) FALLOW DEER
14 Bump into noble one almost breaking into register (9) ENCOUNTER
16 Rekindling old romance in this country (8) CAMEROON*
18 Old kingdom of northern Poland and its neighbour (7) PRUSSIA
21 Losing opener, unbeaten for 50 overs, say (6) INNING
22 Animal seen in hot territories (5) OTTER
24 Chance fellow had (4) FATE

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
8 Chapter fifty included in test? Not in the score awarded! (11,4) EXCLAMATION MARK
9 Irritable engineer with thug regularly breaking into manufacturing facility (8) PETULANT
10 Flawless in diplomacy (6) INTACT
11 Criticism of one ousting university building (9) STRICTURE
12 Show topless chest (5) OFFER
15 Afflicted with scary illness in the heart becomes underweight (7)SCRAWNY
17 Eternal goal? Not so much (7) ENDLESS
19 Range of strategic chess move cut short at the beginning (5) [-g]AMBIT
20 Designed for comfort, therefore no mount in chair for starters (9)ERGONOMIC
23 For qualified gain (6) PRO/FIT
25 Ends of snake spanning greyish-brown ridge in a desert (4,4)SAND DUNE
26 Now freebie might not be distributed (3,3,4,5) FOR THE TIME BEING*

Down
1 Omit passage right away (6) EXCEPT
2 Enlightened group’s aim until one left devastated (10) ILLUMINATI*
3 Bestowing one with special skill to entice Member of Parliament in German (9)IMPARTING
4 Importance of the frame of mind I hear you are in (7) STATURE
5 These gates admit the truth (5)LOGIC
6 Release monthly payment by end of August (4) EMIT
7 Return journeys (8)PROCEEDS
13 Animal freed by mistake, let inside (6,4) FALLOW DEER
14 Bump into noble one almost breaking into register (9) ENCOUNTER
16 Rekindling old romance in this country (8) CAMEROON*
18 Old kingdom of northern Poland and its neighbour (7) PRUSSIA
21 Losing opener, unbeaten for 50 overs, say (6) INNING
22 Animal seen in hot territories (5) OTTER
24 Chance fellow had (4) FATE

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

[Joshuaceada]

Vulcan

Across
1 To experience the beginning of never-ending ecstasy, entering it is the answer (6)
4 Shows on the radio station (5)
8 A way to bind and make layers (8)
9 Writer on the internet, say, answers a baffling question about beginning of time (6)
11 Show extraordinary skill after coming back to expand a restaurant (9)
12 Party leader runs into trouble, gets time (5)
13 It's a deplorable old Indian practice (4)
14 Dust loosely getting settled eventually inside grand wooden framework (8)
18 To do away with a barrier, brother's breaking it (8)
19 Friendly clash with Manchester to start with (4)
22 People's trust initially had by successor (5)
24 Cautioned about learning (9)
25 Spoke of nothing with value, got bored finally (6)
26 Dislike a story (8)
27 Girls prevailed over guys for the most part (5)
28 Small list that's permanent (6)

Down
1 In future, Helium energy may be conserved in a beam (9)
2 Through Drona's tutelage gets sharp (6)
3 Tear off somehow without a trouble (6)
5 Garments sold with rate slashed (8)
6 Provide for the empty vehicle parked outside (5)
7 Discussion with an expert with large ego, one from Kerala (12)
8 It's a strange society, a section has no right to happiness (12)
10 Order that's not in order when stratified (5)
15 Make stuff like spaghetti? (9)
16 Endlessly violent with one woman, causing distress (8)
17 Perfect state (5)
20 Bend, squat in the end and leap (6)
21 City's engineers in South Africa and Great Britain (6)
23 A time to muse (5)

GRID (https://goo.gl/photos/Y3VuyfshwcoPk6Vb9)

[deepakgita]

Across
1 To experience the beginning of never-ending ecstasy, entering it is the answer (6)
4 Shows on the radio station (5)
8 A way to bind and make layers (8)
9 Writer on the internet, say, answers a baffling question about beginning of time (6)
11 Show extraordinary skill after coming back to expand a restaurant (9)
12 Party leader runs into trouble, gets time (5)
13 It's a deplorable old Indian practice (4)
14 Dust loosely getting settled eventually inside grand wooden framework (8)
18 To do away with a barrier, brother's breaking it (8)
19 Friendly clash with Manchester to start with (4)
22 People's trust initially had by successor (5)
24 Cautioned about learning (9)
25 Spoke of nothing with value, got bored finally (6)
26 Dislike a story (8)
27 Girls prevailed over guys for the most part (5)
28 Small list that's permanent (6)

Down
1 In future, Helium energy may be conserved in a beam (9)
2 Through Drona's tutelage gets sharp (6)
3 Tear off somehow without a trouble (6)
5 Garments sold with rate slashed (8)
6 Provide for the empty vehicle parked outside (5)
7 Discussion with an expert with large ego, one from Kerala (12)
8 It's a strange society, a section has no right to happiness (12)
10 Order that's not in order when stratified (5)
15 Make stuff like spaghetti? (9)
16 Endlessly violent with one woman, causing distress (8) AGGRIEVE
17 Perfect state (5) UTTER
20 Bend, squat in the end and leap (6) CURVET
21 City's engineers in South Africa and Great Britain (6) ZAGREB
23 A time to muse (5) ERATO

[Russellrvw]

Across
1 To experience the beginning of never-ending ecstasy, entering it is the answer (6)
4 Shows on the radio station (5)
8 A way to bind and make layers (8)
9 Writer on the internet, say, answers a baffling question about beginning of time (6)
11 Show extraordinary skill after coming back to expand a restaurant (9) (TRA)(TTO)(RIA) <=
12 Party leader runs into trouble, gets time (5)
13 It's a deplorable old Indian practice (4)
14 Dust loosely getting settled eventually inside grand wooden framework (8)
18 To do away with a barrier, brother's breaking it (8) A(BRO)GATE
19 Friendly clash with Manchester to start with (4)
22 People's trust initially had by successor (5)
24 Cautioned about learning (9)
25 Spoke of nothing with value, got bored finally (6)
26 Dislike a story (8)
27 Girls prevailed over guys for the most part (5)
28 Small list that's permanent (6)

Down
1 In future, Helium energy may be conserved in a beam (9) HE/R(E)AFTER
2 Through Drona's tutelage gets sharp (6) ASTUTE (T)
3 Tear off somehow without a trouble (6)
5 Garments sold with rate slashed (8)
6 Provide for the empty vehicle parked outside (5)
7 Discussion with an expert with large ego, one from Kerala (12)
8 It's a strange society, a section has no right to happiness (12) (SATI*)(S)(F[-r]ACTION)
10 Order that's not in order when stratified (5)
15 Make stuff like spaghetti? (9)
16 Endlessly violent with one woman, causing distress (8) AGGRIEVE
17 Perfect state (5) UTTER
20 Bend, squat in the end and leap (6) CURVET
21 City's engineers in South Africa and Great Britain (6) ZAGREB
23 A time to muse (5) ERATO

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
1 To experience the beginning of never-ending ecstasy, entering it is the answer (6)HEAVEN
4 Shows on the radio station (5)PLACE
8 A way to bind and make layers (8)STRATIFY
9 Writer on the internet, say, answers a baffling question about beginning of time (6)POSTER
11 Show extraordinary skill after coming back to expand a restaurant (9) (TRA)(TTO)(RIA) <=
12 Party leader runs into trouble, gets time (5)APRIL
13 It's a deplorable old Indian practice (4)SATI
14 Dust loosely getting settled eventually inside grand wooden framework (8)STUDDING
18 To do away with a barrier, brother's breaking it (8) A(BRO)GATE
19 Friendly clash with Manchester to start with (4)WARM
22 People's trust initially had by successor (5)THEIR
24 Cautioned about learning (9)EDUCATION
25 Spoke of nothing with value, got bored finally (6)ORATED
26 Dislike a story (8)AVERSION
27 Girls prevailed over guys for the most part (5)WOMEN
28 Small list that's permanent (6)STABLE

Down
1 In future, Helium energy may be conserved in a beam (9) HE/R(E)AFTER
2 Through Drona's tutelage gets sharp (6) ASTUTE (T)
3 Tear off somehow without a trouble (6)EFFORT
5 Garments sold with rate slashed (8)LEOTARDS
6 Provide for the empty vehicle parked outside (5)CATER
7 Discussion with an expert with large ego, one from Kerala (12)PROLEGOMENON
8 It's a strange society, a section has no right to happiness (12) (SATI*)(S)(F[-r]ACTION)
10 Order that's not in order when stratified (5)CASTE
15 Make stuff like spaghetti? (9)ITALICISE
16 Endlessly violent with one woman, causing distress (8) AGGRIEVE
17 Perfect state (5) UTTER
20 Bend, squat in the end and leap (6) CURVET
21 City's engineers in South Africa and Great Britain (6) ZAGREB
23 A time to muse (5) ERATO

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

[Joshuaceada]

Anon

Across
1 Melon for clan leaving Moroccan port city (6)
4 Tamil Nadu town began to dry, was destroyed (6)
9 Suspicious of hostilities by Yemen leader (4)
10 Irritates heartless lady unnecessarily (10)
11 Banker edges away from offshore revolt (6)
12 Across clue partly targets praises (8)
13 Show off round meshes around London gallery (9)
15 Choke heads of Supreme Court with old towel (5)
16 Worth of girl replacing lady is unclear (5)
18 Leader reports when returning from Vietnam (9)
22 Request for the most small particle (8)
23 Son leaves Russian region for European peninsula (6)
25 Real fat pig cunning at blackjack (6,4)
26 Letters from Iranian queen… (4)
27 …at newly formed secret building (6)
28 Paste notice at this place (6)

Down
1 Pain withheld by firm’s instructors… (7)
2 …but authority utters nothing? (3-2)
3 Is new England leader in shape to gain? (7)
5 Duplicates father removed are mementos (6)
6 Withdraws from two positions (9)
7 In a predicament, confused middleman loses disheartened Dalmatian (7)
8 Stitched giant lady vest dreadfully (13)
14 Sheds light on surprisingly delicate head of union (9)
17 Fish, beer for spouse (7)
19 Sorted three of the elderly (7)
20 Man leaving surroundings has tendency to withdraw (7)
21 Is returning from the French borders of Nantucket speechless (6)
24 Spooky Eastern American lake (5)

GRID (https://goo.gl/photos/ASJzMkCWSWF7msxg8)

[deepakgita]

Across
1 Melon for clan leaving Moroccan port city (6)
4 Tamil Nadu town began to dry, was destroyed (6)
9 Suspicious of hostilities by Yemen leader (4)
10 Irritates heartless lady unnecessarily (10)
11 Banker edges away from offshore revolt (6)
12 Across clue partly targets praises (8)
13 Show off round meshes around London gallery (9)
15 Choke heads of Supreme Court with old towel (5)
16 Worth of girl replacing lady is unclear (5)
18 Leader reports when returning from Vietnam (9)
22 Request for the most small particle (8)
23 Son leaves Russian region for European peninsula (6)
25 Real fat pig cunning at blackjack (6,4)
26 Letters from Iranian queen… (4)
27 …at newly formed secret building (6)
28 Paste notice at this place (6)

Down
1 Pain withheld by firm’s instructors… (7)
2 …but authority utters nothing? (3-2)
3 Is new England leader in shape to gain? (7)
5 Duplicates father removed are mementos (6)
6 Withdraws from two positions (9) DISTANCES
7 In a predicament, confused middleman loses disheartened Dalmatian (7) DILEMMA
8 Stitched giant lady vest dreadfully (13) DEVASTATINGLY
14 Sheds light on surprisingly delicate head of union (9) ELUCIDATES
17 Fish, beer for spouse (7) ALEWIFE
19 Sorted three of the elderly (7)
20 Man leaving surroundings has tendency to withdraw (7)
21 Is returning from the French borders of Nantucket speechless (6)
24 Spooky Eastern American lake (5)

[Russellrvw]

Across
1 Melon for clan leaving Moroccan port city (6)
4 Tamil Nadu town began to dry, was destroyed (6) ERODE/D
9 Suspicious of hostilities by Yemen leader (4)
10 Irritates heartless lady unnecessarily (10)
11 Banker edges away from offshore revolt (6)
12 Across clue partly targets praises (8)
13 Show off round meshes around London gallery (9)
15 Choke heads of Supreme Court with old towel (5)
16 Worth of girl replacing lady is unclear (5) VA(+G)[-L]UE
18 Leader reports when returning from Vietnam (9)
22 Request for the most small particle (8)
23 Son leaves Russian region for European peninsula (6)
25 Real fat pig cunning at blackjack (6,4) PIRATE FLAG*
26 Letters from Iranian queen… (4)
27 …at newly formed secret building (6)
28 Paste notice at this place (6)

Down
1 Pain withheld by firm’s instructors… (7)
2 …but authority utters nothing? (3-2)
3 Is new England leader in shape to gain? (7)
5 Duplicates father removed are mementos (6) RE[-p]LIC[-a]S
6 Withdraws from two positions (9) DISTANCES
7 In a predicament, confused middleman loses disheartened Dalmatian (7) DILEMMA
8 Stitched giant lady vest dreadfully (13) DEVASTATINGLY
14 Sheds light on surprisingly delicate head of union (9) ELUCIDATE
17 Fish, beer for spouse (7) ALEWIFE
19 Sorted three of the elderly (7)
20 Man leaving surroundings has tendency to withdraw (7)
21 Is returning from the French borders of Nantucket speechless (6) SI<=LE NT
24 Spooky Eastern American lake (5)

[CLUELESS]

Across
1 Melon for clan leaving Moroccan port city (6) CASABA
4 Tamil Nadu town began to dry, was destroyed (6) ERODE/D
9 Suspicious of hostilities by Yemen leader (4) WARY
10 Irritates heartless lady unnecessarily (10)
11 Banker edges away from offshore revolt (6) SHROFF
12 Across clue partly targets praises (8)
13 Show off round meshes around London gallery (9)
15 Choke heads of Supreme Court with old towel (5)
16 Worth of girl replacing lady is unclear (5) VA(+G)[-L]UE
18 Leader reports when returning from Vietnam (9)
22 Request for the most small particle (8)
23 Son leaves Russian region for European peninsula (6)
25 Real fat pig cunning at blackjack (6,4) PIRATE FLAG*
26 Letters from Iranian queen… (4) RANI
27 …at newly formed secret building (6)
28 Paste notice at this place (6)

Down
1 Pain withheld by firm’s instructors… (7)
2 …but authority utters nothing? (3-2)
3 Is new England leader in shape to gain? (7)
5 Duplicates father removed are mementos (6) RE[-p]LIC[-a]S
6 Withdraws from two positions (9) DISTANCES
7 In a predicament, confused middleman loses disheartened Dalmatian (7) DILEMMA
8 Stitched giant lady vest dreadfully (13) DEVASTATINGLY
14 Sheds light on surprisingly delicate head of union (9) ELUCIDATE
17 Fish, beer for spouse (7) ALEWIFE
19 Sorted three of the elderly (7)
20 Man leaving surroundings has tendency to withdraw (7)
21 Is returning from the French borders of Nantucket speechless (6) SI<=LE NT
24 Spooky Eastern American lake (5) EERIE

[Russellbew]

Across
1 Melon for clan leaving Moroccan port city (6) CASABA
4 Tamil Nadu town began to dry, was destroyed (6) ERODE/D
9 Suspicious of hostilities by Yemen leader (4) WARY
10 Irritates heartless lady unnecessarily (10) NEEDLESSLY
11 Banker edges away from offshore revolt (6) SHROFF
12 Across clue partly targets praises (8) ACCLAIMS
13 Show off round meshes around London gallery (9)
15 Choke heads of Supreme Court with old towel (5)
16 Worth of girl replacing lady is unclear (5) VA(+G)[-L]UE
18 Leader reports when returning from Vietnam (9)
22 Request for the most small particle (8) PETITION
23 Son leaves Russian region for European peninsula (6)
25 Real fat pig cunning at blackjack (6,4) PIRATE FLAG*
26 Letters from Iranian queen… (4) RANI
27 …at newly formed secret building (6)
28 Paste notice at this place (6) ADHERE

Down
1 Pain withheld by firm’s instructors… (7) COACHES
2 …but authority utters nothing? (3-2)
3 Is new England leader in shape to gain? (7)
5 Duplicates father removed are mementos (6) RE[-p]LIC[-a]S
6 Withdraws from two positions (9) DISTANCES
7 In a predicament, confused middleman loses disheartened Dalmatian (7) DILEMMA
8 Stitched giant lady vest dreadfully (13) DEVASTATINGLY
14 Sheds light on surprisingly delicate head of union (9) ELUCIDATE
17 Fish, beer for spouse (7) ALEWIFE
19 Sorted three of the elderly (7)
20 Man leaving surroundings has tendency to withdraw (7)
21 Is returning from the French borders of Nantucket speechless (6) SI<=LE NT
24 Spooky Eastern American lake (5) EERIE

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
1 Melon for clan leaving Moroccan port city (6) CASABA
4 Tamil Nadu town began to dry, was destroyed (6) ERODE/D
9 Suspicious of hostilities by Yemen leader (4) WARY
10 Irritates heartless lady unnecessarily (10) NEEDLESSLY
11 Banker edges away from offshore revolt (6) SHROFF
12 Across clue partly targets praises (8) ACCLAIMS
13 Show off round meshes around London gallery (9)OSTENTATE
15 Choke heads of Supreme Court with old towel (5)SCRAG
16 Worth of girl replacing lady is unclear (5) VA(+G)[-L]UE
18 Leader reports when returning from Vietnam (9)STATESMAN
22 Request for the most small particle (8) PETITION
23 Son leaves Russian region for European peninsula (6)IBERIA
25 Real fat pig cunning at blackjack (6,4) PIRATE FLAG*
26 Letters from Iranian queen… (4) RANI
27 …at newly formed secret building (6)ERECTS
28 Paste notice at this place (6) ADHERE

Down
1 Pain withheld by firm’s instructors… (7) COACHES
2 …but authority utters nothing? (3-2)SAY-SO
3 Is new England leader in shape to gain? (7)BENEFIT
5 Duplicates father removed are mementos (6) RE[-p]LIC[-a]S
6 Withdraws from two positions (9) DISTANCES
7 In a predicament, confused middleman loses disheartened Dalmatian (7) DILEMMA
8 Stitched giant lady vest dreadfully (13) DEVASTATINGLY
14 Sheds light on surprisingly delicate head of union (9) ELUCIDATE
17 Fish, beer for spouse (7) ALEWIFE
19 Sorted three of the elderly (7)TRIAGED
20 Man leaving surroundings has tendency to withdraw (7)ALIENEE
21 Is returning from the French borders of Nantucket speechless (6) SI<=LE NT
24 Spooky Eastern American lake (5) EERIE

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

[Joshuaceada]

Sunnet

Across
1 Can I randomly add in a vitamin? (6)
4 Disentangles entangled news unit (8)
10 Quiet local leader (9)
11 Lean on superior tree (5)
12 Finally lost important part of a leg (5)
13 Came by fashionable woman's special diet (9)
14 Beside a profit on Street (7)
16 Help back unknown explorer (4)
19 Care about a unit (4)
21 Modify rail camera's front half to get wind condition (4,3)
24 Dispatch school's letter carrier (4,5)
25 Birth from cervical vent (5)
26 English speaker representing Golan (5)
27 Sent packing grass to extinguish last bit of fire inside (6,3)
28 Visual aids possessed by electronic visor (8)
29 Deformed Manila savage (6)

Down
1 Upcoming pan-Indian newspaper has incendiary articles (8)
2 A French sea touches one Canadian national (8)
3 Rishi transformed those lucky people (5)
5 Number printed without the crown is cut (7)
6 Force of wet pitch (9)
7 Number central to a boxcar (6)
8 Outfits court in ship (6)
9 On insurer's final settlement to widow (6)
15 Make out fabric of cravat (9)
17 Put everything in to sweep the dance area (8)
18 Align with criminal from the East (8)
20 Honoured by former key journalist (7)
21 Group's nothing invested in malfunctioning torch (6)
22 Spike rascal's drink (6)
23 Metallic sound in tune (6)
25 Wipe carbon tip (5)

GRID (https://goo.gl/photos/1FuhWNmM9Y4Bdhue7)

[deepakgita]

Across
1 Can I randomly add in a vitamin? (6) NIACIN
4 Disentangles entangled news unit (8) UNTWINES
10 Quiet local leader (9) PRESIDENT
11 Lean on superior tree (5) TENDU
12 Finally lost important part of a leg (5) THIGH
13 Came by fashionable woman's special diet (9)
14 Beside a profit on Street (7)
16 Help back unknown explorer (4)
19 Care about a unit (4)
21 Modify rail camera's front half to get wind condition (4,3)
24 Dispatch school's letter carrier (4,5)
25 Birth from cervical vent (5)
26 English speaker representing Golan (5)
27 Sent packing grass to extinguish last bit of fire inside (6,3)
28 Visual aids possessed by electronic visor (8)
29 Deformed Manila savage (6)

Down
1 Upcoming pan-Indian newspaper has incendiary articles (8)
2 A French sea touches one Canadian national (8)
3 Rishi transformed those lucky people (5)
5 Number printed without the crown is cut (7)
6 Force of wet pitch (9)
7 Number central to a boxcar (6)
8 Outfits court in ship (6)
9 On insurer's final settlement to widow (6)
15 Make out fabric of cravat (9)
17 Put everything in to sweep the dance area (8)
18 Align with criminal from the East (8)
20 Honoured by former key journalist (7)
21 Group's nothing invested in malfunctioning torch (6)
22 Spike rascal's drink (6)
23 Metallic sound in tune (6)
25 Wipe carbon tip (5)

[Russellrvw]

Across
1 Can I randomly add in a vitamin? (6) NIACIN
4 Disentangles entangled news unit (8) UNTWINES
10 Quiet local leader (9) PRESIDENT
11 Lean on superior tree (5) TENDU
12 Finally lost important part of a leg (5) THIGH
13 Came by fashionable woman's special diet (9) IN/HER/ITED*
14 Beside a profit on Street (7) A/GAIN/ST
16 Help back unknown explorer (4)
19 Care about a unit (4)
21 Modify rail camera's front half to get wind condition (4,3)
24 Dispatch school's letter carrier (4,5)
25 Birth from cervical vent (5)
26 English speaker representing Golan (5)
27 Sent packing grass to extinguish last bit of fire inside (6,3)
28 Visual aids possessed by electronic visor (8)
29 Deformed Manila savage (6)

Down
1 Upcoming pan-Indian newspaper has incendiary articles (8)
2 A French sea touches one Canadian national (8)
3 Rishi transformed those lucky people (5)
5 Number printed without the crown is cut (7)
6 Force of wet pitch (9)
7 Number central to a boxcar (6)
8 Outfits court in ship (6)
9 On insurer's final settlement to widow (6) RE/LIC/T
15 Make out fabric of cravat (9)
17 Put everything in to sweep the dance area (8) B(ALL)ROOM
18 Align with criminal from the East (8)
20 Honoured by former key journalist (7)
21 Group's nothing invested in malfunctioning torch (6)
22 Spike rascal's drink (6)
23 Metallic sound in tune (6)
25 Wipe carbon tip (5) C/LEAN

[CLUELESS]

Across
1 Can I randomly add in a vitamin? (6) NIACIN
4 Disentangles entangled news unit (8) UNTWINES
10 Quiet local leader (9) PRESIDENT
11 Lean on superior tree (5) TENDU
12 Finally lost important part of a leg (5) THIGH
13 Came by fashionable woman's special diet (9) IN/HER/ITED*
14 Beside a profit on Street (7) A/GAIN/ST
16 Help back unknown explorer (4)
19 Care about a unit (4) ACRE
21 Modify rail camera's front half to get wind condition (4,3) CALM AIR
24 Dispatch school's letter carrier (4,5)
25 Birth from cervical vent (5) CALVE
26 English speaker representing Golan (5) ANGLO
27 Sent packing grass to extinguish last bit of fire inside (6,3)
28 Visual aids possessed by electronic visor (8)
29 Deformed Manila savage (6) ANIMAL

Down
1 Upcoming pan-Indian newspaper has incendiary articles (8)
2 A French sea touches one Canadian national (8)
3 Rishi transformed those lucky people (5)
5 Number printed without the crown is cut (7)
6 Force of wet pitch (9)
7 Number central to a boxcar (6)
8 Outfits court in ship (6)
9 On insurer's final settlement to widow (6) RE/LIC/T
15 Make out fabric of cravat (9)
17 Put everything in to sweep the dance area (8) B(ALL)ROOM
18 Align with criminal from the East (8)
20 Honoured by former key journalist (7)
21 Group's nothing invested in malfunctioning torch (6)
22 Spike rascal's drink (6)
23 Metallic sound in tune (6)
25 Wipe carbon tip (5) C/LEAN

[Russellbew]

Across
1 Can I randomly add in a vitamin? (6) NIACIN
4 Disentangles entangled news unit (8) UNTWINES
10 Quiet local leader (9) PRESIDENT
11 Lean on superior tree (5) TENDU
12 Finally lost important part of a leg (5) THIGH
13 Came by fashionable woman's special diet (9) IN/HER/ITED*
14 Beside a profit on Street (7) A/GAIN/ST
16 Help back unknown explorer (4)
19 Care about a unit (4) ACRE
21 Modify rail camera's front half to get wind condition (4,3) CALM AIR
24 Dispatch school's letter carrier (4,5)
25 Birth from cervical vent (5) CALVE
26 English speaker representing Golan (5) ANGLO
27 Sent packing grass to extinguish last bit of fire inside (6,3)
28 Visual aids possessed by electronic visor (8) EYESHADE
29 Deformed Manila savage (6) ANIMAL

Down
1 Upcoming pan-Indian newspaper has incendiary articles (8)
2 A French sea touches one Canadian national (8)
3 Rishi transformed those lucky people (5) IRISH
5 Number printed without the crown is cut (7)
6 Force of wet pitch (9)
7 Number central to a boxcar (6)
8 Outfits court in ship (6)
9 On insurer's final settlement to widow (6) RE/LIC/T
15 Make out fabric of cravat (9) NECKCLOTH
17 Put everything in to sweep the dance area (8) B(ALL)ROOM
18 Align with criminal from the East (8)
20 Honoured by former key journalist (7) EXALTED
21 Group's nothing invested in malfunctioning torch (6) COHORT
22 Spike rascal's drink (6)
23 Metallic sound in tune (6)
25 Wipe carbon tip (5) C/LEAN

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
1 Can I randomly add in a vitamin? (6) NIACIN
4 Disentangles entangled news unit (8) UNTWINES
10 Quiet local leader (9) PRESIDENT
11 Lean on superior tree (5) TENDU
12 Finally lost important part of a leg (5) THIGH
13 Came by fashionable woman's special diet (9) IN/HER/ITED*
14 Beside a profit on Street (7) A/GAIN/ST
16 Help back unknown explorer (4)
19 Care about a unit (4) ACRE
21 Modify rail camera's front half to get wind condition (4,3) CALM AIR
24 Dispatch school's letter carrier (4,5)
25 Birth from cervical vent (5) CALVE
26 English speaker representing Golan (5) ANGLO
27 Sent packing grass to extinguish last bit of fire inside (6,3)
28 Visual aids possessed by electronic visor (8) EYESHADE
29 Deformed Manila savage (6) ANIMAL

Down
1 Upcoming pan-Indian newspaper has incendiary articles (8)
2 A French sea touches one Canadian national (8)AMERICAN
3 Rishi transformed those lucky people (5) IRISH
5 Number printed without the crown is cut (7)
6 Force of wet pitch (9)WATERFALL
7 Number central to a boxcar (6)
8 Outfits court in ship (6)
9 On insurer's final settlement to widow (6) RE/LIC/T
15 Make out fabric of cravat (9) NECKCLOTH
17 Put everything in to sweep the dance area (8) B(ALL)ROOM
18 Align with criminal from the East (8)ORIENTAL
20 Honoured by former key journalist (7) EXALTED
21 Group's nothing invested in malfunctioning torch (6) COHORT
22 Spike rascal's drink (6)IMPALE
23 Metallic sound in tune (6)JINGLE
25 Wipe carbon tip (5) C/LEAN

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
1 Can I randomly add in a vitamin? (6) NIACIN
4 Disentangles entangled news unit (8) UNTWINES
10 Quiet local leader (9) PRESIDENT
11 Lean on superior tree (5) TENDU
12 Finally lost important part of a leg (5) THIGH
13 Came by fashionable woman's special diet (9) IN/HER/ITED*
14 Beside a profit on Street (7) A/GAIN/ST
16 Help back unknown explorer (4)DIAZ
19 Care about a unit (4) ACRE
21 Modify rail camera's front half to get wind condition (4,3) CALM AIR
24 Dispatch school's letter carrier (4,5)MAIL COACH
25 Birth from cervical vent (5) CALVE
26 English speaker representing Golan (5) ANGLO
27 Sent packing grass to extinguish last bit of fire inside (6,3)TURFED OUT
28 Visual aids possessed by electronic visor (8) EYESHADE
29 Deformed Manila savage (6) ANIMAL

Down
1 Upcoming pan-Indian newspaper has incendiary articles (8)NAPHTHAS
2 A French sea touches one Canadian national (8)AMERICAN
3 Rishi transformed those lucky people (5) IRISH
5 Number printed without the crown is cut (7)NOTCHED
6 Force of wet pitch (9)WATERFALL
7 Number central to a boxcar (6)NINETY
8 Outfits court in ship (6)SQUADS
9 On insurer's final settlement to widow (6) RE/LIC/T
15 Make out fabric of cravat (9) NECKCLOTH
17 Put everything in to sweep the dance area (8) B(ALL)ROOM
18 Align with criminal from the East (8)ORIENTAL
20 Honoured by former key journalist (7) EXALTED
21 Group's nothing invested in malfunctioning torch (6) COHORT
22 Spike rascal's drink (6)IMPALE
23 Metallic sound in tune (6)JINGLE
25 Wipe carbon tip (5) C/LEAN

:clap::clap::clap: A Regency puzzle!

[deepakgita]

Across
1 Bankrupt regretted embracing hollow illusion (6) RUINED
4 Material in article pinched by humorous writer (7)
9 New set primed for paint (9)
10 Dance in uncertain state (5)
11 Captured period, retaining look in old-fashioned cinema (11)
14 Run into great area of land (4)
15 Dramatic rendition of choir isn’t entertaining one (10) HISTRIONIC
17 Guarantee fuel, securing litre subsequently (10) COLLATERAL
18 Speaker’s solitary advance (4)
20 Betray twenty in style of ancient Rome? (6-5)
23 Engineers joining line in charge for survival (5)
24 Proper uncertainty reflected in gambling (9)
25 Mark for each escape (7)
26 Superior ordered no rise (6)


Down
1 Sadly cry and end up without power, showing uselessness (10) REDUNDANCY
2 Home and dry, you finally rest safely? On the contrary (10) INSECURITY
3 Team taking part in cruel event (6)
4 Flair the angler wildly exaggerated (6,4,4)
5 Opponent among last struggling for lost land (8)
6 Be busy, quietly coming to prominence (4)
7 Rip off piece starting in corner (4)
8 Counterpart to pope is afflicted with senseless hesitation (8,6) OPPOSITE NUMBER
12 Motion in an old car showing advancing age (4,6)
13 Using garlic in a stew, left out sweet powder (5,5)
16 Hamper with help I cover (8)
19 Tool chest rattled, holding unknown quantity (6)
21 Flower heads for instance rich in scent (4)
22 Fold, lacking time for appeal (4)


http://www.thehindu.com/features/magazine/the-sunday-crossword/article7664555.ece

[Russellbew]

Across
1 Bankrupt regretted embracing hollow illusion (6) RUINED
4 Material in article pinched by humorous writer (7)
9 New set primed for paint (9)
10 Dance in uncertain state (5)
11 Captured period, retaining look in old-fashioned cinema (11)
14 Run into great area of land (4)
15 Dramatic rendition of choir isn’t entertaining one (10) HISTRIONIC
17 Guarantee fuel, securing litre subsequently (10) COLLATERAL
18 Speaker’s solitary advance (4)
20 Betray twenty in style of ancient Rome? (6-5)
23 Engineers joining line in charge for survival (5)
24 Proper uncertainty reflected in gambling (9)
25 Mark for each escape (7)
26 Superior ordered no rise (6)


Down
1 Sadly cry and end up without power, showing uselessness (10) REDUNDANCY
2 Home and dry, you finally rest safely? On the contrary (10) INSECURITY
3 Team taking part in cruel event (6)
4 Flair the angler wildly exaggerated (6,4,4)
5 Opponent among last struggling for lost land (8)
6 Be busy, quietly coming to prominence (4)
7 Rip off piece starting in corner (4)
8 Counterpart to pope is afflicted with senseless hesitation (8,6) OPPOSITE NUMBER
12 Motion in an old car showing advancing age (4,6)
13 Using garlic in a stew, left out sweet powder (5,5)ICING,SUGAR
16 Hamper with help I cover (8) HANDICAP
19 Tool chest rattled, holding unknown quantity (6) SCYTHE
21 Flower heads for instance rich in scent (4) IRIS
22 Fold, lacking time for appeal (4) PLEA

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
1 Bankrupt regretted embracing hollow illusion (6) RUINED
4 Material in article pinched by humorous writer (7)LEATHER
9 New set primed for paint (9)DISTEMPER
10 Dance in uncertain state (5)LIMBO
11 Captured period, retaining look in old-fashioned cinema (11)NICKELODEON
14 Run into great area of land (4)ACRE
15 Dramatic rendition of choir isn’t entertaining one (10) HISTRIONIC
17 Guarantee fuel, securing litre subsequently (10) COLLATERAL
18 Speaker’s solitary advance (4)LOAN
20 Betray twenty in style of ancient Rome? (6-5)DOUBLE-CROSS
23 Engineers joining line in charge for survival (5)RELIC
24 Proper uncertainty reflected in gambling (9)BEFITTING
25 Mark for each escape (7)SCARPER
26 Superior ordered no rise (6)SENIOR


Down
1 Sadly cry and end up without power, showing uselessness (10) REDUNDANCY
2 Home and dry, you finally rest safely? On the contrary (10) INSECURITY
3 Team taking part in cruel event (6)ELEVEN
4 Flair the angler wildly exaggerated (6,4,4)LARGER THAN LIFE
5 Opponent among last struggling for lost land (8)ATLANTIS
6 Be busy, quietly coming to prominence (4)HUMP
7 Rip off piece starting in corner (4)ROOK
8 Counterpart to pope is afflicted with senseless hesitation (8,6) OPPOSITE NUMBER
12 Motion in an old car showing advancing age (4,6)ANNO DOMINI
13 Using garlic in a stew, left out sweet powder (5,5)ICING,SUGAR
16 Hamper with help I cover (8) HANDICAP
19 Tool chest rattled, holding unknown quantity (6) SCYTHE
21 Flower heads for instance rich in scent (4) IRIS
22 Fold, lacking time for appeal (4) PLEA

:clap::clap::clap: Good!

[Joshuaceada]

xChequer

Across
7 Duct not empty but free-flowing (6)
8 Arrived without energy, voicing distress in drive (8)
9 Rocket leaves earth at separating sequence (8)
10 Everyone else got her seat reserved (6)
11 Slips in small jokes (5)
12 Alternative thesis holds up (6)
14 Prepare to shift onus, losing pride (4,2,4,5)
17 Dog spacing out blackbird (6)
18 Limited firm (5)
22 Release book without jacket, butler intervenes (6)
23 Mention glitches after one in two shakes (2,2,4)
24 My ideal spot in coastal road (8)
25 Withdraw in simulated trance (6)

Down
1 Intimate secret about kin abroad (5-4)
2 Tip one sketching picture, say, a complimentary payment (6)
3 Small-time music band (5)
4 Stamps with impression of 'Yours truly' rejected by managers (8)
5 A physicality essentially seen in male and his manner of doing something (8)
6 Originally ancient area to gather, over in Greece (5)
8 Excited seeing caramel custard (5,8)
13 Picking up beefcakes that don't upset stomachs? (2,3,4)
15 Spot fish, including bass, gently moving in water (8)
16 Policy fee to cover undertaking (8)
19 Flawless in diplomacy (6)
20 Folding mattress, put up merino tufted cushions (5)
21 Still to introduce missing son (5)

GRID (https://goo.gl/photos/FiqixtYdW5F6DESX7)

[Russellrvw]

Across
7 Duct not empty but free-flowing (6) (FLUE)(N[-o]T)
8 Arrived without energy, voicing distress in drive (8) (CAM)(PAIGN ~pain)
9 Rocket leaves earth at separating sequence (8)
10 Everyone else got her seat reserved (6)
11 Slips in small jokes (5)
12 Alternative thesis holds up (6)
14 Prepare to shift onus, losing pride (4,2,4,5) GIRD UP ONES LOINS*
17 Dog spacing out blackbird (6)
18 Limited firm (5)
22 Release book without jacket, butler intervenes (6)
23 Mention glitches after one in two shakes (2,2,4)
24 My ideal spot in coastal road (8)
25 Withdraw in simulated trance (6)

Down
1 Intimate secret about kin abroad (5-4)
2 Tip one sketching picture, say, a complimentary payment (6)
3 Small-time music band (5)
4 Stamps with impression of 'Yours truly' rejected by managers (8)
5 A physicality essentially seen in male and his manner of doing something (8)
6 Originally ancient area to gather, over in Greece (5)
8 Excited seeing caramel custard (5,8) CREME ANGLAISE*
13 Picking up beefcakes that don't upset stomachs? (2,3,4)
15 Spot fish, including bass, gently moving in water (8)
16 Policy fee to cover undertaking (8)
19 Flawless in diplomacy (6) IN/TACT
20 Folding mattress, put up merino tufted cushions (5)
21 Still to introduce missing son (5)

[deepakgita]

Across
7 Duct not empty but free-flowing (6) (FLUE)(N[-o]T)
8 Arrived without energy, voicing distress in drive (8) (CAM)(PAIGN ~pain)
9 Rocket leaves earth at separating sequence (8)
10 Everyone else got her seat reserved (6)
11 Slips in small jokes (5)
12 Alternative thesis holds up (6)
14 Prepare to shift onus, losing pride (4,2,4,5) GIRD UP ONES LOINS*
17 Dog spacing out blackbird (6)
18 Limited firm (5)
22 Release book without jacket, butler intervenes (6)
23 Mention glitches after one in two shakes (2,2,4)
24 My ideal spot in coastal road (8)
25 Withdraw in simulated trance (6)

Down
1 Intimate secret about kin abroad (5-4)
2 Tip one sketching picture, say, a complimentary payment (6)
3 Small-time music band (5)
4 Stamps with impression of 'Yours truly' rejected by managers (8)
5 A physicality essentially seen in male and his manner of doing something (8)
6 Originally ancient area to gather, over in Greece (5)
8 Excited seeing caramel custard (5,8) CREME ANGLAISE*
13 Picking up beefcakes that don't upset stomachs? (2,3,4) ON THE MEND
15 Spot fish, including bass, gently moving in water (8) DABBLING
16 Policy fee to cover undertaking (8) PRACTICE
19 Flawless in diplomacy (6) IN/TACT
20 Folding mattress, put up merino tufted cushions (5) FUTON
21 Still to introduce missing son (5) INERT

[sandhya.p61]

Across
7 Duct not empty but free-flowing (6) (FLUE)(N[-o]T)
8 Arrived without energy, voicing distress in drive (8) (CAM)(PAIGN ~pain)
9 Rocket leaves earth at separating sequence (8)
10 Everyone else got her seat reserved (6)
11 Slips in small jokes (5)
12 Alternative thesis holds up (6)
14 Prepare to shift onus, losing pride (4,2,4,5) GIRD UP ONES LOINS*
17 Dog spacing out blackbird (6) BEAGLE
18 Limited firm (5)
22 Release book without jacket, butler intervenes (6)OUTLET
23 Mention glitches after one in two shakes (2,2,4) IN NO TIME
24 My ideal spot in coastal road (8) CORNICHE
25 Withdraw in simulated trance (6)

Down
1 Intimate secret about kin abroad (5-4) CLOSE-KNIT
2 Tip one sketching picture, say, a complimentary payment (6)
3 Small-time music band (5)
4 Stamps with impression of 'Yours truly' rejected by managers (8)
5 A physicality essentially seen in male and his manner of doing something (8)
6 Originally ancient area to gather, over in Greece (5)
8 Excited seeing caramel custard (5,8) CREME ANGLAISE*
13 Picking up beefcakes that don't upset stomachs? (2,3,4) ON THE MEND
15 Spot fish, including bass, gently moving in water (8) DABBLING
16 Policy fee to cover undertaking (8) PRACTICE
19 Flawless in diplomacy (6) IN/TACT
20 Folding mattress, put up merino tufted cushions (5) FUTON
21 Still to introduce missing son (5) INERT

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
7 Duct not empty but free-flowing (6) (FLUE)(N[-o]T)
8 Arrived without energy, voicing distress in drive (8) (CAM)(PAIGN ~pain)
9 Rocket leaves earth at separating sequence (8)ESCALATE
10 Everyone else got her seat reserved (6)OTHERS
11 Slips in small jokes (5)SKIDS
12 Alternative thesis holds up (6)HEISTS
14 Prepare to shift onus, losing pride (4,2,4,5) GIRD UP ONES LOINS*
17 Dog spacing out blackbird (6) BEAGLE
18 Limited firm (5)TIGHT
22 Release book without jacket, butler intervenes (6)OUTLET
23 Mention glitches after one in two shakes (2,2,4) IN NO TIME
24 My ideal spot in coastal road (8) CORNICHE
25 Withdraw in simulated trance (6)RECANT

Down
1 Intimate secret about kin abroad (5-4) CLOSE-KNIT
2 Tip one sketching picture, say, a complimentary payment (6)REWARD
3 Small-time music band (5)STRAP
4 Stamps with impression of 'Yours truly' rejected by managers (8)EMBOSSES
5 A physicality essentially seen in male and his manner of doing something (8)MACHISMO
6 Originally ancient area to gather, over in Greece (5)AGORA
8 Excited seeing caramel custard (5,8) CREME ANGLAISE*
13 Picking up beefcakes that don't upset stomachs? (2,3,4) ON THE MEND
15 Spot fish, including bass, gently moving in water (8) DABBLING
16 Policy fee to cover undertaking (8) PRACTICE
19 Flawless in diplomacy (6) IN/TACT
20 Folding mattress, put up merino tufted cushions (5) FUTON
21 Still to introduce missing son (5) INERT

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

[Joshuaceada]

xChequer

Across
7 Spit out a normal drink like barley water (6)
8 Favourite in shows up in contests with others (8)
9 Unpretentious places where people live, a joke (8)
10 Rowing over daughter lacking in guts (6)
11 Fashion model has exercise (5)
12 Exhausted nurse is overcome (6)
14 Come back to plague his rule, a tragedy in the making (4,3,4,4)
17 Observing zero hour is irrelevant (6)
18 Does this to stop littering? Society benefits (5)
22 Particular assignment (6)
23 Institution turned sick, pounds not easily cashed (8)
24 One accustomed to crow before being introduced to cuckoo clock (8)
25 Beer we drunk came from here (6)

Down
1 Degenerates are attached to souvenirs (9)
2 A notice describing essence of healthy power napping (6)
3 Bird in ecstasy, legs flipped (5)
4 Abiding extremes of idealism before killing (8)
5 Cut back on chain stores, rent in different places (8)
6 Could be 1d (5)
8 Question clean baffled attendant (13)
13 Dismayed with nuclear bombs becoming versatile (4-5)
15 Controlled fire with small rifles (8)
16 Utterly spoilt without a guardian (8)
19 Reportedly pale and irritated (6)
20 Trade corporate shares, furnishing scheme (5)
21 World should be left in good order (5)

GRID (https://goo.gl/photos/FiqixtYdW5F6DESX7)

[deepakgita]

Across
7 Spit out a normal drink like barley water (6)
8 Favourite in shows up in contests with others (8)
9 Unpretentious places where people live, a joke (8)
10 Rowing over daughter lacking in guts (6)
11 Fashion model has exercise (5)
12 Exhausted nurse is overcome (6)
14 Come back to plague his rule, a tragedy in the making (4,3,4,4)
17 Observing zero hour is irrelevant (6)
18 Does this to stop littering? Society benefits (5)
22 Particular assignment (6)
23 Institution turned sick, pounds not easily cashed (8)
24 One accustomed to crow before being introduced to cuckoo clock (8)
25 Beer we drunk came from here (6)

Down
1 Degenerates are attached to souvenirs (9)
2 A notice describing essence of healthy power napping (6)
3 Bird in ecstasy, legs flipped (5)
4 Abiding extremes of idealism before killing (8)
5 Cut back on chain stores, rent in different places (8)
6 Could be 1d (5)
8 Question clean baffled attendant (13) CONSEQUENTIAL
13 Dismayed with nuclear bombs becoming versatile (4-5) MANY-SIDED
15 Controlled fire with small rifles (8) RANSACKED
16 Utterly spoilt without a guardian (8) TUTELARY
19 Reportedly pale and irritated (6)
20 Trade corporate shares, furnishing scheme (5)
21 World should be left in good order (5) GLOBE

[sandhya.p61]

Across
7 Spit out a normal drink like barley water (6)
8 Favourite in shows up in contests with others (8) COMPETES
9 Unpretentious places where people live, a joke (8)
10 Rowing over daughter lacking in guts (6)
11 Fashion model has exercise (5)
12 Exhausted nurse is overcome (6)
14 Come back to plague his rule, a tragedy in the making (4,3,4,4)
17 Observing zero hour is irrelevant (6)
18 Does this to stop littering? Society benefits (5) SPAYS
22 Particular assignment (6)
23 Institution turned sick, pounds not easily cashed (8) ILLIQUID
24 One accustomed to crow before being introduced to cuckoo clock (8) COCKEREL
25 Beer we drunk came from here (6)

Down
1 Degenerates are attached to souvenirs (9)
2 A notice describing essence of healthy power napping (6)
3 Bird in ecstasy, legs flipped (5)
4 Abiding extremes of idealism before killing (8)
5 Cut back on chain stores, rent in different places (8)
6 Could be 1d (5)
8 Question clean baffled attendant (13) CONSEQUENTIAL
13 Dismayed with nuclear bombs becoming versatile (4-5) MANY-SIDED
15 Controlled fire with small rifles (8) RANSACKS
16 Utterly spoilt without a guardian (8) TUTELARY
19 Reportedly pale and irritated (6) PIQUED
20 Trade corporate shares, furnishing scheme (5)
21 World should be left in good order (5) GLOBE

[Russellbew]

Across
7 Spit out a normal drink like barley water (6)
8 Favourite in shows up in contests with others (8) COMPETES
9 Unpretentious places where people live, a joke (8)
10 Rowing over daughter lacking in guts (6)
11 Fashion model has exercise (5)
12 Exhausted nurse is overcome (6)
14 Come back to plague his rule, a tragedy in the making (4,3,4,4)
17 Observing zero hour is irrelevant (6) NOTING
18 Does this to stop littering? Society benefits (5) SPAYS
22 Particular assignment (6) DETAIL
23 Institution turned sick, pounds not easily cashed (8) ILLIQUID
24 One accustomed to crow before being introduced to cuckoo clock (8) COCKEREL
25 Beer we drunk came from here (6) BREWER

Down
1 Degenerates are attached to souvenirs (9)
2 A notice describing essence of healthy power napping (6)
3 Bird in ecstasy, legs flipped (5)
4 Abiding extremes of idealism before killing (8) IMMORTAL
5 Cut back on chain stores, rent in different places (8)
6 Could be 1d (5)
8 Question clean baffled attendant (13) CONSEQUENTIAL
13 Dismayed with nuclear bombs becoming versatile (4-5) MANY-SIDED
15 Controlled fire with small rifles (8) RANSACKS
16 Utterly spoilt without a guardian (8) TUTELARY
19 Reportedly pale and irritated (6) PIQUED
20 Trade corporate shares, furnishing scheme (5) DECOR
21 World should be left in good order (5) GLOBE

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
7 Spit out a normal drink like barley water (6)PTISAN
8 Favourite in shows up in contests with others (8) COMPETES
9 Unpretentious places where people live, a joke (8)HOMESPUN
10 Rowing over daughter lacking in guts (6)OARING
11 Fashion model has exercise (5)SHAPE
12 Exhausted nurse is overcome (6)BEATEN
14 Come back to plague his rule, a tragedy in the making (4,3,4,4)REAR ITS UGLY HEAD
17 Observing zero hour is irrelevant (6) NOTING
18 Does this to stop littering? Society benefits (5) SPAYS
22 Particular assignment (6) DETAIL
23 Institution turned sick, pounds not easily cashed (8) ILLIQUID
24 One accustomed to crow before being introduced to cuckoo clock (8) COCKEREL
25 Beer we drunk came from here (6) BREWER

Down
1 Degenerates are attached to souvenirs (9)ATROPHIES
2 A notice describing essence of healthy power napping (6)ASLEEP
3 Bird in ecstasy, legs flipped (5)SNIPE
4 Abiding extremes of idealism before killing (8) IMMORTAL
5 Cut back on chain stores, rent in different places (8)RETRENCH
6 Could be 1d (5)WEANS
8 Question clean baffled attendant (13) CONSEQUENTIAL
13 Dismayed with nuclear bombs becoming versatile (4-5) MANY-SIDED
15 Controlled fire with small rifles (8) RANSACKS
16 Utterly spoilt without a guardian (8) TUTELARY
19 Reportedly pale and irritated (6) PIQUED
20 Trade corporate shares, furnishing scheme (5) DECOR
21 World should be left in good order (5) GLOBE

:clap::clap::clap: A toughie!

[Joshuaceada]

The Phantom

Across
1 Corporation sucked dry by individual and ruined (10)
6 Fellow left to cut down plant (4)
10 House breaker caught in St. Petersburg larceny (7)
11 This knife out of place in chief surgeon’s hand? (7)
12 Bill's to wed chic girl next door (9)
13 Poster put up, making Puducherry for example popular (3-2)
14 Smack including heroin is a narcotic substance (5)
15 Those people got bald very quickly as if by magic! (3,6)
17 Ways to induct labour for building of thoroughfares (9)
21 Prick sending woman out for smack (5)
22 Supplement, Times had to withdraw having had regular losses (5)
24 Dapper one in tight sort of trousers (9)
26 In a peaceful manner leave lady on vacation to go round Spain (7)
27 Fly presently disturbing ruler (7)
28 Contest’s not quite fair (4)
29 Millions remitted by common people — persons in the street for taxation (10)

Down
1 A setter chewed up bone (5)
2 Tea for uplifting mood in the morning, sipped by Juan? The opposite (9)
3 Gill’s collection includes metal — music that’s rhythmic (7)
4 Vessel blocking another vessel’s somewhat poor light (7)
5 Solomon’s kid a know-all? (4,3)
7 Elated to be in love showing up with flower (5)
8 Felix’s last hope — only to play this instrument (9)
9 Prevent fake double agent assassinating head of state (6)
14 Annoy the Parisian with that French satire (9)
16 Diplomatic visit seen to be controversial (9)
18 Breaking the law to get money? (6)
19 Faulty flash photography frightened deer, absolutely! (3-4)
20 Chain saw used in cutting silver, oddly! (7)
21 Shaky, laborious opener dismissed, run out (7)
23 Double XX? (5)
25 Boat crew skipper’s lost importance (5)

GRID (https://goo.gl/photos/n3UdZFyCzmMrxqgDA)

[deepakgita]

Across
1 Corporation sucked dry by individual and ruined (10)
6 Fellow left to cut down plant (4)
10 House breaker caught in St. Petersburg larceny (7)
11 This knife out of place in chief surgeon’s hand? (7)
12 Bill's to wed chic girl next door (9)
13 Poster put up, making Puducherry for example popular (3-2)
14 Smack including heroin is a narcotic substance (5)
15 Those people got bald very quickly as if by magic! (3,6)
17 Ways to induct labour for building of thoroughfares (9)
21 Prick sending woman out for smack (5)
22 Supplement, Times had to withdraw having had regular losses (5)
24 Dapper one in tight sort of trousers (9)
26 In a peaceful manner leave lady on vacation to go round Spain (7)
27 Fly presently disturbing ruler (7)
28 Contest’s not quite fair (4)
29 Millions remitted by common people — persons in the street for taxation (10)

Down
1 A setter chewed up bone (5)
2 Tea for uplifting mood in the morning, sipped by Juan? The opposite (9)
3 Gill’s collection includes metal — music that’s rhythmic (7)
4 Vessel blocking another vessel’s somewhat poor light (7)
5 Solomon’s kid a know-all? (4,3)
7 Elated to be in love showing up with flower (5)
8 Felix’s last hope — only to play this instrument (9)
9 Prevent fake double agent assassinating head of state (6)
14 Annoy the Parisian with that French satire (9)
16 Diplomatic visit seen to be controversial (9)
18 Breaking the law to get money? (6)
19 Faulty flash photography frightened deer, absolutely! (3-4) RED-EYES
20 Chain saw used in cutting silver, oddly! (7) SHACKLE
21 Shaky, laborious opener dismissed, run out (7) TENUOUS
23 Double XX? (5) TWICE
25 Boat crew skipper’s lost importance (5) EIGHT

[sandhya.p61]

Across
1 Corporation sucked dry by individual and ruined (10)
6 Fellow left to cut down plant (4)
10 House breaker caught in St. Petersburg larceny (7) BURGLAR
11 This knife out of place in chief surgeon’s hand? (7)
12 Bill's to wed chic girl next door (9)
13 Poster put up, making Puducherry for example popular (3-2)
14 Smack including heroin is a narcotic substance (5)
15 Those people got bald very quickly as if by magic! (3,6)
17 Ways to induct labour for building of thoroughfares (9) ROADWORKS
21 Prick sending woman out for smack (5)
22 Supplement, Times had to withdraw having had regular losses (5)
24 Dapper one in tight sort of trousers (9)
26 In a peaceful manner leave lady on vacation to go round Spain (7) QUIETLY
27 Fly presently disturbing ruler (7)
28 Contest’s not quite fair (4)
29 Millions remitted by common people — persons in the street for taxation (10) ASSESMENT

Down
1 A setter chewed up bone (5)
2 Tea for uplifting mood in the morning, sipped by Juan? The opposite (9)
3 Gill’s collection includes metal — music that’s rhythmic (7)
4 Vessel blocking another vessel’s somewhat poor light (7)
5 Solomon’s kid a know-all? (4,3)
7 Elated to be in love showing up with flower (5)
8 Felix’s last hope — only to play this instrument (9)
9 Prevent fake double agent assassinating head of state (6)
14 Annoy the Parisian with that French satire (9) BURLESQUE
16 Diplomatic visit seen to be controversial (9)
18 Breaking the law to get money? (6)
19 Faulty flash photography frightened deer, absolutely! (3-4) RED-EYES
20 Chain saw used in cutting silver, oddly! (7) SHACKLE
21 Shaky, laborious opener dismissed, run out (7) TENUOUS
23 Double XX? (5) TWICE
25 Boat crew skipper’s lost importance (5) EIGHT

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
1 Corporation sucked dry by individual and ruined (10)
6 Fellow left to cut down plant (4)
10 House breaker caught in St. Petersburg larceny (7) BURGLAR
11 This knife out of place in chief surgeon’s hand? (7)SCALPEL
12 Bill's to wed chic girl next door (9)ADJOINING
13 Poster put up, making Puducherry for example popular (3-2)PIN-UP
14 Smack including heroin is a narcotic substance (5)
15 Those people got bald very quickly as if by magic! (3,6)
17 Ways to induct labour for building of thoroughfares (9) ROADWORKS
21 Prick sending woman out for smack (5)TINGE
22 Supplement, Times had to withdraw having had regular losses (5)
24 Dapper one in tight sort of trousers (9)
26 In a peaceful manner leave lady on vacation to go round Spain (7) QUIETLY
27 Fly presently disturbing ruler (7)
28 Contest’s not quite fair (4)EVEN
29 Millions remitted by common people — persons in the street for taxation (10) ASSESMENT

Down
1 A setter chewed up bone (5)
2 Tea for uplifting mood in the morning, sipped by Juan? The opposite (9)
3 Gill’s collection includes metal — music that’s rhythmic (7)
4 Vessel blocking another vessel’s somewhat poor light (7)
5 Solomon’s kid a know-all? (4,3)
7 Elated to be in love showing up with flower (5)
8 Felix’s last hope — only to play this instrument (9)
9 Prevent fake double agent assassinating head of state (6)
14 Annoy the Parisian with that French satire (9) BURLESQUE
16 Diplomatic visit seen to be controversial (9)
18 Breaking the law to get money? (6)
19 Faulty flash photography frightened deer, absolutely! (3-4) RED-EYES
20 Chain saw used in cutting silver, oddly! (7) SHACKLE
21 Shaky, laborious opener dismissed, run out (7) TENUOUS
23 Double XX? (5) TWICE
25 Boat crew skipper’s lost importance (5) EIGHT

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
1 Corporation sucked dry by individual and ruined (10)TUMBLEDOWN
6 Fellow left to cut down plant (4)FLAX
10 House breaker caught in St. Petersburg larceny (7) BURGLAR
11 This knife out of place in chief surgeon’s hand? (7)SCALPEL
12 Bill's to wed chic girl next door (9)ADJOINING
13 Poster put up, making Puducherry for example popular (3-2)PIN-UP
14 Smack including heroin is a narcotic substance (5)BHANG
15 Those people got bald very quickly as if by magic! (3,6)HEY PRESTO
17 Ways to induct labour for building of thoroughfares (9) ROADWORKS
21 Prick sending woman out for smack (5)TINGE
22 Supplement, Times had to withdraw having had regular losses (5)EXTRA
24 Dapper one in tight sort of trousers (9)DRAINPIPE
26 In a peaceful manner leave lady on vacation to go round Spain (7) QUIETLY
27 Fly presently disturbing ruler (7)KNOWING
28 Contest’s not quite fair (4)EVEN
29 Millions remitted by common people — persons in the street for taxation (10) ASSESMENT

Down
1 A setter chewed up bone (5)TIBIA
2 Tea for uplifting mood in the morning, sipped by Juan? The opposite (9)MARIJUANA
3 Gill’s collection includes metal — music that’s rhythmic (7)LILTING
4 Vessel blocking another vessel’s somewhat poor light (7)DARKISH
5 Solomon’s kid a know-all? (4,3)WISE GUY
7 Elated to be in love showing up with flower (5)LUPIN
8 Felix’s last hope — only to play this instrument (9)XYLOPHONE
9 Prevent fake double agent assassinating head of state (6)HAMPER
14 Annoy the Parisian with that French satire (9) BURLESQUE
16 Diplomatic visit seen to be controversial (9)SENSITIVE
18 Breaking the law to get money? (6)WEALTH
19 Faulty flash photography frightened deer, absolutely! (3-4) RED-EYES
20 Chain saw used in cutting silver, oddly! (7) SHACKLE
21 Shaky, laborious opener dismissed, run out (7) TENUOUS
23 Double XX? (5) TWICE
25 Boat crew skipper’s lost importance (5) EIGHT

:clap::clap::clap: It's a Z short of a pangram!

[Joshuaceada]

Afterdark

Across
1 Strong bishop besieged by ebola, somehow passed away (4-6)
6 A little part of gigabit (1,3)
10 US e-tailer gives free (2,7)
11 Overthrow from second gully, pressure at boundary (5)
12 Perhaps, a losing gambler's eternal hope (3,2,8)
14 A type of window Orientals constructed for ants to escape (5)
15 Employ agent to go around getting help to procure a type of postage cover (5-4)
17 Man on horse is behind time, in a mess, from another standpoint (4,5)
21 Teacher returns in the afternoon with crystal (5)
22 Go ahead, plan a marriage, organise the beginning and the end (5,3,5)
24 Leading royal airmen detect attacks rapidly with this equipment (5)
25 Fielder's trousers taken by spinner (5-4)
26 Strikes in fightback (4)
27 Tom's cards shuffled, large point in a game (4,6)

Down
1 No matter what, a dubious company will be on street corners at last (2,3,5)
2 L'il Yankee found with spurious drug is blameless (4-5)
3 Filled to capacity with British (IMFL) cocktail, union leader walks in (7)
4 One of the two magistrates depositing mud around central court's opposed to in-absentia ruling primarily (7)
5 Say, I let go of medicine (3-4)
7 Magnify the contents of cables sent (5)
8 Without cap, stood out in a commotion (2-2)
9 Country lacking acreage goes without food (6)
13 By mistake, sampled a pint of arrack first; formed a lump in throat (5,5)
16 Well-fed soldiers coming behind a large unit hunted out the barbarian (9)
18 A player needs constant and right energy to have a goal (6)
19 Dar es Salaam demolished dams, removed from a water body (4,3)
20 Say, sergeants seem to lack common sense under fire (7)
21 University officer's crop in bad condition, decomposition is back (7)
22 To make sense of advertisement, state article appearing before (3,2)
23 Essentially betting earns crore getting a run (4)

GRID (https://goo.gl/photos/pP8tgbUXZjYYj1Yn7)

[deepakgita]

Across
1 Strong bishop besieged by ebola, somehow passed away (4-6)
6 A little part of gigabit (1,3)
10 US e-tailer gives free (2,7)
11 Overthrow from second gully, pressure at boundary (5)
12 Perhaps, a losing gambler's eternal hope (3,2,8)
14 A type of window Orientals constructed for ants to escape (5)
15 Employ agent to go around getting help to procure a type of postage cover (5-4) REPLY-PAID
17 Man on horse is behind time, in a mess, from another standpoint (4,5) THEN AGAIN
21 Teacher returns in the afternoon with crystal (5) PRISM
22 Go ahead, plan a marriage, organise the beginning and the end (5,3,5) ALPHA AND OMEGA
24 Leading royal airmen detect attacks rapidly with this equipment (5) RADAR
25 Fielder's trousers taken by spinner (5-4)
26 Strikes in fightback (4)
27 Tom's cards shuffled, large point in a game (4,6)

Down
1 No matter what, a dubious company will be on street corners at last (2,3,5)
2 L'il Yankee found with spurious drug is blameless (4-5)
3 Filled to capacity with British (IMFL) cocktail, union leader walks in (7)
4 One of the two magistrates depositing mud around central court's opposed to in-absentia ruling primarily (7)
5 Say, I let go of medicine (3-4)
7 Magnify the contents of cables sent (5)
8 Without cap, stood out in a commotion (2-2)
9 Country lacking acreage goes without food (6)
13 By mistake, sampled a pint of arrack first; formed a lump in throat (5,5)
16 Well-fed soldiers coming behind a large unit hunted out the barbarian (9)
18 A player needs constant and right energy to have a goal (6)
19 Dar es Salaam demolished dams, removed from a water body (4,3)
20 Say, sergeants seem to lack common sense under fire (7)
21 University officer's crop in bad condition, decomposition is back (7)
22 To make sense of advertisement, state article appearing before (3,2)
23 Essentially betting earns crore getting a run (4)

[Russellbew]

Across
1 Strong bishop besieged by ebola, somehow passed away (4-6)
6 A little part of gigabit (1,3)A BIT
10 US e-tailer gives free (2,7)
11 Overthrow from second gully, pressure at boundary (5)
12 Perhaps, a losing gambler's eternal hope (3,2,8)
14 A type of window Orientals constructed for ants to escape (5)
15 Employ agent to go around getting help to procure a type of postage cover (5-4) REPLY-PAID
17 Man on horse is behind time, in a mess, from another standpoint (4,5) THEN AGAIN
21 Teacher returns in the afternoon with crystal (5) PRISM
22 Go ahead, plan a marriage, organise the beginning and the end (5,3,5) ALPHA AND OMEGA
24 Leading royal airmen detect attacks rapidly with this equipment (5) RADAR
25 Fielder's trousers taken by spinner (5-4)
26 Strikes in fightback (4)
27 Tom's cards shuffled, large point in a game (4,6)

Down
1 No matter what, a dubious company will be on street corners at last (2,3,5)
2 L'il Yankee found with spurious drug is blameless (4-5)
3 Filled to capacity with British (IMFL) cocktail, union leader walks in (7) BRIMFUL
4 One of the two magistrates depositing mud around central court's opposed to in-absentia ruling primarily (7)
5 Say, I let go of medicine (3-4)
7 Magnify the contents of cables sent (5) BLESS
8 Without cap, stood out in a commotion (2-2)
9 Country lacking acreage goes without food (6) HUNGRY
13 By mistake, sampled a pint of arrack first; formed a lump in throat (5,5) ADAMS APPLE
16 Well-fed soldiers coming behind a large unit hunted out the barbarian (9)
18 A player needs constant and right energy to have a goal (6)
19 Dar es Salaam demolished dams, removed from a water body (4,3)
20 Say, sergeants seem to lack common sense under fire (7)
21 University officer's crop in bad condition, decomposition is back (7)
22 To make sense of advertisement, state article appearing before (3,2)
23 Essentially betting earns crore getting a run (4)

[sandhya.p61]

Across
1 Strong bishop besieged by ebola, somehow passed away (4-6) ABLE-BODIED
6 A little part of gigabit (1,3)A BIT
10 US e-tailer gives free (2,7)
11 Overthrow from second gully, pressure at boundary (5)
12 Perhaps, a losing gambler's eternal hope (3,2,8) LAW OF AVERAGES
14 A type of window Orientals constructed for ants to escape (5)
15 Employ agent to go around getting help to procure a type of postage cover (5-4) REPLY-PAID
17 Man on horse is behind time, in a mess, from another standpoint (4,5) THEN AGAIN
21 Teacher returns in the afternoon with crystal (5) PRISM
22 Go ahead, plan a marriage, organise the beginning and the end (5,3,5) ALPHA AND OMEGA
24 Leading royal airmen detect attacks rapidly with this equipment (5) RADAR
25 Fielder's trousers taken by spinner (5-4)
26 Strikes in fightback (4)
27 Tom's cards shuffled, large point in a game (4,6)

Down
1 No matter what, a dubious company will be on street corners at last (2,3,5)AT ALL COSTS
2 L'il Yankee found with spurious drug is blameless (4-5) LILY-WHITE
3 Filled to capacity with British (IMFL) cocktail, union leader walks in (7) BRIMFUL
4 One of the two magistrates depositing mud around central court's opposed to in-absentia ruling primarily (7)DUUMVIR
5 Say, I let go of medicine (3-4)EYE-DROP
7 Magnify the contents of cables sent (5) BLESS
8 Without cap, stood out in a commotion (2-2)
9 Country lacking acreage goes without food (6) HUNGRY
13 By mistake, sampled a pint of arrack first; formed a lump in throat (5,5) ADAMS APPLE
16 Well-fed soldiers coming behind a large unit hunted out the barbarian (9)
18 A player needs constant and right energy to have a goal (6)
19 Dar es Salaam demolished dams, removed from a water body (4,3)
20 Say, sergeants seem to lack common sense under fire (7)
21 University officer's crop in bad condition, decomposition is back (7)
22 To make sense of advertisement, state article appearing before (3,2)
23 Essentially betting earns crore getting a run (4)

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
1 Strong bishop besieged by ebola, somehow passed away (4-6) ABLE-BODIED
6 A little part of gigabit (1,3)A BIT
10 US e-tailer gives free (2,7)
11 Overthrow from second gully, pressure at boundary (5)
12 Perhaps, a losing gambler's eternal hope (3,2,8) LAW OF AVERAGES
14 A type of window Orientals constructed for ants to escape (5)
15 Employ agent to go around getting help to procure a type of postage cover (5-4) REPLY-PAID
17 Man on horse is behind time, in a mess, from another standpoint (4,5) THEN AGAIN
21 Teacher returns in the afternoon with crystal (5) PRISM
22 Go ahead, plan a marriage, organise the beginning and the end (5,3,5) ALPHA AND OMEGA
24 Leading royal airmen detect attacks rapidly with this equipment (5) RADAR
25 Fielder's trousers taken by spinner (5-4)
26 Strikes in fightback (4)
27 Tom's cards shuffled, large point in a game (4,6)

Down
1 No matter what, a dubious company will be on street corners at last (2,3,5)AT ALL COSTS
2 L'il Yankee found with spurious drug is blameless (4-5) LILY-WHITE
3 Filled to capacity with British (IMFL) cocktail, union leader walks in (7) BRIMFUL
4 One of the two magistrates depositing mud around central court's opposed to in-absentia ruling primarily (7)DUUMVIR
5 Say, I let go of medicine (3-4)EYE-DROP
7 Magnify the contents of cables sent (5) BLESS
8 Without cap, stood out in a commotion (2-2)
9 Country lacking acreage goes without food (6) HUNGRY
13 By mistake, sampled a pint of arrack first; formed a lump in throat (5,5) ADAMS APPLE
16 Well-fed soldiers coming behind a large unit hunted out the barbarian (9)ALIMENTED
18 A player needs constant and right energy to have a goal (6)ASPIRE
19 Dar es Salaam demolished dams, removed from a water body (4,3)ARAL SEA
20 Say, sergeants seem to lack common sense under fire (7)
21 University officer's crop in bad condition, decomposition is back (7)
22 To make sense of advertisement, state article appearing before (3,2)ADD UP
23 Essentially betting earns crore getting a run (4)TROT

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
1 Strong bishop besieged by ebola, somehow passed away (4-6) ABLE-BODIED
6 A little part of gigabit (1,3)A BIT
10 US e-tailer gives free (2,7)AT LEISURE
11 Overthrow from second gully, pressure at boundary (5)UPEND
12 Perhaps, a losing gambler's eternal hope (3,2,8) LAW OF AVERAGES
14 A type of window Orientals constructed for ants to escape (5)ORIEL
15 Employ agent to go around getting help to procure a type of postage cover (5-4) REPLY-PAID
17 Man on horse is behind time, in a mess, from another standpoint (4,5) THEN AGAIN
21 Teacher returns in the afternoon with crystal (5) PRISM
22 Go ahead, plan a marriage, organise the beginning and the end (5,3,5) ALPHA AND OMEGA
24 Leading royal airmen detect attacks rapidly with this equipment (5) RADAR
25 Fielder's trousers taken by spinner (5-4)SHORT-STOP
26 Strikes in fightback (4)TAPS
27 Tom's cards shuffled, large point in a game (4,6)CATS CRADLE

Down
1 No matter what, a dubious company will be on street corners at last (2,3,5)AT ALL COSTS
2 L'il Yankee found with spurious drug is blameless (4-5) LILY-WHITE
3 Filled to capacity with British (IMFL) cocktail, union leader walks in (7) BRIMFUL
4 One of the two magistrates depositing mud around central court's opposed to in-absentia ruling primarily (7)DUUMVIR
5 Say, I let go of medicine (3-4)EYE-DROP
7 Magnify the contents of cables sent (5) BLESS
8 Without cap, stood out in a commotion (2-2)TO-DO
9 Country lacking acreage goes without food (6) HUNGRY
13 By mistake, sampled a pint of arrack first; formed a lump in throat (5,5) ADAMS APPLE
16 Well-fed soldiers coming behind a large unit hunted out the barbarian (9)ALIMENTED
18 A player needs constant and right energy to have a goal (6)ASPIRE
19 Dar es Salaam demolished dams, removed from a water body (4,3)ARAL SEA
20 Say, sergeants seem to lack common sense under fire (7)NONCOMS
21 University officer's crop in bad condition, decomposition is back (7)PROCTOR
22 To make sense of advertisement, state article appearing before (3,2)ADD UP
23 Essentially betting earns crore getting a run (4)TROT

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

[Joshuaceada]

Afterdark

Across
1 Lunatic prayed Shah to reorganise central region (6,7)
10 Nanny's surname misspelt on ID (9)
11 Concentrate first on career, upliftment, service primarily (5)
12 Dye layer is on new attire's tip (5)
13 State of tragic hero in Indian epic at odds with king; sad essentially (9)
14 City Banks union follows advisory with keenness (6)
16 First smoke joint, float! No much bigger (4)
19 Gym cashier contributing to a non-profit organisation, say (4)
20 No luck breaking open (6)
25 King's call up decoded in ship to procure headgears (9)
26 Jump a car without power/energy (5)
27 L Sign (5)
28 Buzzer gives a large projection to account for low loss at the beginning (5,4)
29 Good cocktail, drunk stores Ohio for shots, but not in the air (6,7)

Down
2 Agony aunt is after a point made by radical Ohio pilot (8)
3 Bird having male chromosome mated with one animal (5)
4 A girl almost touched jumping snake at an American state (6)
5 Association for the inflamed and angry (3,5)
6 Terribly inflated, nothing in it. No, it is not inflation, just the opposite (9)
7 Significant other meets first lover, odd climax in get-together (6)
8 Our neighbour's hand broke, applied cream regularly (6)
9 A service reciprocated by one of the seven sisters (5)
15 State ambiguously 'I’m an adult' (5,4)
17 Indian chef is coming up after Harry's daughter; she is one of the 29 (8)
18 Company representative gets permission to collect final due in total (8)
21 Innovative lawbreaker, smuggles brew out of state (6)
22 Lighting lamps in prayer (5)
23 Conductor of vehicle is at saloon (6)
24 Age, sex, location of worker sent across (6)
26 Mercurial comedian stands out of din in a brief appearance (5)

GRID (https://goo.gl/photos/dgkPVuTC3DpH44DcA)

[Russellrvw]

Across
1 Lunatic prayed Shah to reorganise central region (6,7)
10 Nanny's surname misspelt on ID (9) NURSEMAID*
11 Concentrate first on career, upliftment, service primarily (5) F O C U S
12 Dye layer is on new attire's tip (5) HEN/N/A
13 State of tragic hero in Indian epic at odds with king; sad essentially (9)
14 City Banks union follows advisory with keenness (6)
16 First smoke joint, float! No much bigger (4)
19 Gym cashier contributing to a non-profit organisation, say (4)
20 No luck breaking open (6)
25 King's call up decoded in ship to procure headgears (9)
26 Jump a car without power/energy (5)
27 L Sign (5)
28 Buzzer gives a large projection to account for low loss at the beginning (5,4)
29 Good cocktail, drunk stores Ohio for shots, but not in the air (6,7)

Down
2 Agony aunt is after a point made by radical Ohio pilot (8)
3 Bird having male chromosome mated with one animal (5)
4 A girl almost touched jumping snake at an American state (6)
5 Association for the inflamed and angry (3,5)
6 Terribly inflated, nothing in it. No, it is not inflation, just the opposite (9) DEFLATI(O)N*
7 Significant other meets first lover, odd climax in get-together (6)
8 Our neighbour's hand broke, applied cream regularly (6)
9 A service reciprocated by one of the seven sisters (5)
15 State ambiguously 'I’m an adult' (5,4) TAMIL NADU*
17 Indian chef is coming up after Harry's daughter; she is one of the 29 (8)
18 Company representative gets permission to collect final due in total (8)
21 Innovative lawbreaker, smuggles brew out of state (6)
22 Lighting lamps in prayer (5)
23 Conductor of vehicle is at saloon (6)
24 Age, sex, location of worker sent across (6)
26 Mercurial comedian stands out of din in a brief appearance (5)

[Russellbew]

Across
1 Lunatic prayed Shah to reorganise central region (6,7) MADHYA PRADESH
10 Nanny's surname misspelt on ID (9) NURSEMAID*
11 Concentrate first on career, upliftment, service primarily (5) F O C U S
12 Dye layer is on new attire's tip (5) HEN/N/A
13 State of tragic hero in Indian epic at odds with king; sad essentially (9) KARNATAKA
14 City Banks union follows advisory with keenness (6)
16 First smoke joint, float! No much bigger (4)
19 Gym cashier contributing to a non-profit organisation, say (4) YMCA
20 No luck breaking open (6) UNLOCK
25 King's call up decoded in ship to procure headgears (9)
26 Jump a car without power/energy (5)
27 L Sign (5) LIBRA
28 Buzzer gives a large projection to account for low loss at the beginning (5,4)
29 Good cocktail, drunk stores Ohio for shots, but not in the air (6,7)

Down
2 Agony aunt is after a point made by radical Ohio pilot (8)
3 Bird having male chromosome mated with one animal (5)
4 A girl almost touched jumping snake at an American state (6)
5 Association for the inflamed and angry (3,5)
6 Terribly inflated, nothing in it. No, it is not inflation, just the opposite (9) DEFLATI(O)N*
7 Significant other meets first lover, odd climax in get-together (6)
8 Our neighbour's hand broke, applied cream regularly (6)
9 A service reciprocated by one of the seven sisters (5)
15 State ambiguously 'I’m an adult' (5,4) TAMIL NADU*
17 Indian chef is coming up after Harry's daughter; she is one of the 29 (8)
18 Company representative gets permission to collect final due in total (8)
21 Innovative lawbreaker, smuggles brew out of state (6)
22 Lighting lamps in prayer (5)
23 Conductor of vehicle is at saloon (6)
24 Age, sex, location of worker sent across (6)
26 Mercurial comedian stands out of din in a brief appearance (5)

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
1 Lunatic prayed Shah to reorganise central region (6,7) MADHYA PRADESH
10 Nanny's surname misspelt on ID (9) NURSEMAID*
11 Concentrate first on career, upliftment, service primarily (5) F O C U S
12 Dye layer is on new attire's tip (5) HEN/N/A
13 State of tragic hero in Indian epic at odds with king; sad essentially (9) KARNATAKA
14 City Banks union follows advisory with keenness (6)
16 First smoke joint, float! No much bigger (4)
19 Gym cashier contributing to a non-profit organisation, say (4) YMCA
20 No luck breaking open (6) UNLOCK
25 King's call up decoded in ship to procure headgears (9)
26 Jump a car without power/energy (5)
27 L Sign (5) LIBRA
28 Buzzer gives a large projection to account for low loss at the beginning (5,4)
29 Good cocktail, drunk stores Ohio for shots, but not in the air (6,7)

Down
2 Agony aunt is after a point made by radical Ohio pilot (8)
3 Bird having male chromosome mated with one animal (5)
4 A girl almost touched jumping snake at an American state (6)
5 Association for the inflamed and angry (3,5)
6 Terribly inflated, nothing in it. No, it is not inflation, just the opposite (9) DEFLATI(O)N*
7 Significant other meets first lover, odd climax in get-together (6)
8 Our neighbour's hand broke, applied cream regularly (6)
9 A service reciprocated by one of the seven sisters (5)ASSAM
15 State ambiguously 'I’m an adult' (5,4) TAMIL NADU*
17 Indian chef is coming up after Harry's daughter; she is one of the 29 (8)
18 Company representative gets permission to collect final due in total (8)
21 Innovative lawbreaker, smuggles brew out of state (6)KERALA
22 Lighting lamps in prayer (5)PSALM
23 Conductor of vehicle is at saloon (6)
24 Age, sex, location of worker sent across (6)ASLANT
26 Mercurial comedian stands out of din in a brief appearance (5)CAMEO

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
1 Lunatic prayed Shah to reorganise central region (6,7) MADHYA PRADESH
10 Nanny's surname misspelt on ID (9) NURSEMAID*
11 Concentrate first on career, upliftment, service primarily (5) F O C U S
12 Dye layer is on new attire's tip (5) HEN/N/A
13 State of tragic hero in Indian epic at odds with king; sad essentially (9) KARNATAKA
14 City Banks union follows advisory with keenness (6)ACUITY
16 First smoke joint, float! No much bigger (4)SHIP
19 Gym cashier contributing to a non-profit organisation, say (4) YMCA
20 No luck breaking open (6) UNLOCK
25 King's call up decoded in ship to procure headgears (9)SKULLCAPS
26 Jump a car without power/energy (5)CAPER
27 L Sign (5) LIBRA
28 Buzzer gives a large projection to account for low loss at the beginning (5,4)ALARM BELL
29 Good cocktail, drunk stores Ohio for shots, but not in the air (6,7)GROUND STROKES

Down
2 Agony aunt is after a point made by radical Ohio pilot (8)AERONAUT
3 Bird having male chromosome mated with one animal (5)HYENA
4 A girl almost touched jumping snake at an American state (6)ALSKA
5 Association for the inflamed and angry (3,5)RED CROSS
6 Terribly inflated, nothing in it. No, it is not inflation, just the opposite (9) DEFLATI(O)N*
7 Significant other meets first lover, odd climax in get-together (6)SOCIAL
8 Our neighbour's hand broke, applied cream regularly (6)ANDHRA
9 A service reciprocated by one of the seven sisters (5)ASSAM
15 State ambiguously 'I’m an adult' (5,4) TAMIL NADU*
17 Indian chef is coming up after Harry's daughter; she is one of the 29 (8)NAGALAND
18 Company representative gets permission to collect final due in total (8)COMPLETE
21 Innovative lawbreaker, smuggles brew out of state (6)KERALA
22 Lighting lamps in prayer (5)PSALM
23 Conductor of vehicle is at saloon (6)BUSBAR
24 Age, sex, location of worker sent across (6)ASLANT
26 Mercurial comedian stands out of din in a brief appearance (5)CAMEO

:clap::clap::clap: States of India puzzle!

[Joshuaceada]

Aspartame

Across
6 Free from relative finally leaving to receive spa treatment (7)
7 Detectives return with pest control to be free from germs (7)
9 Bodily discharge doctor got back from restroom (5)
10 A temple is shot to show a cinematography technique (4-5)
11 Jujitsu Namibians showcase is a force to be reckoned with (7)
13 Studying for a bachelor’s degree with a political group in Africa (6)
15 Boy, after starting to enjoy a pork product, takes second helping by showing a sign (7, 6)
19 Challenge work attitude (6)
20 Spooner’s son leaves for England probably to find a promoter (7)
23 Same as knack, skill (9)
24 Report on food joint in the city (5)
26 Flower found in France, central Greece and most of Asia being cultivated (7)
27 One line composed into a verse (7)

Down
1 Repeat a phonetic alphabet (4)
2 Dial a helpline primarily to order flower (6)
3 See brilliance at centre stage (9)
4 Ailment that’s relapsing in vulgar gal — leprosy (8)
5 Salary one spent for posh house with broken walls. It’s unreal! (10)
6 Notify and improve standards (6)
7 Top star got top medal (4)
8 Timely relation that twins share? (6)
12 Surprisingly, peacekeepers (except editor) are trading PC components (10)
14 Embarrassingly awful delay while holding party (9)
16 Inn’s eats used most nuts (8)
17 Approximately half of sorbet and toffee is consumed (4, 2)
18 Highest promotion and salary increment? Congratulations! (6)
21 Film an alumnus (3, 3)
22 Band colour (4)
25 Network carrying current has been placed (4)

GRID (https://goo.gl/photos/HLFpTfHDwEPVb2e77)

[Russellbew]

Aspartame

Across
6 Free from relative finally leaving to receive spa treatment (7)
7 Detectives return with pest control to be free from germs (7)
9 Bodily discharge doctor got back from restroom (5)
10 A temple is shot to show a cinematography technique (4-5) TIME-LAPSE
11 Jujitsu Namibians showcase is a force to be reckoned with (7) TSUNAMI
13 Studying for a bachelor’s degree with a political group in Africa (6)
15 Boy, after starting to enjoy a pork product, takes second helping by showing a sign (7, 6)
19 Challenge work attitude (6)
20 Spooner’s son leaves for England probably to find a promoter (7)
23 Same as knack, skill (9)
24 Report on food joint in the city (5) DELHI
26 Flower found in France, central Greece and most of Asia being cultivated (7)
27 One line composed into a verse (7)

Down
1 Repeat a phonetic alphabet (4)
2 Dial a helpline primarily to order flower (6) DAHLIA
3 See brilliance at centre stage (9)
4 Ailment that’s relapsing in vulgar gal — leprosy (8)
5 Salary one spent for posh house with broken walls. It’s unreal! (10)
6 Notify and improve standards (6)
7 Top star got top medal (4) ACME
8 Timely relation that twins share? (6)
12 Surprisingly, peacekeepers (except editor) are trading PC components (10)
14 Embarrassingly awful delay while holding party (9)
16 Inn’s eats used most nuts (8)
17 Approximately half of sorbet and toffee is consumed (4, 2)
18 Highest promotion and salary increment? Congratulations! (6)
21 Film an alumnus (3, 3)
22 Band colour (4)
25 Network carrying current has been placed (4)

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
6 Free from relative finally leaving to receive spa treatment (7)UNCLASP
7 Detectives return with pest control to be free from germs (7)ASEPTIC
9 Bodily discharge doctor got back from restroom (5)DROOL
10 A temple is shot to show a cinematography technique (4-5) TIME-LAPSE
11 Jujitsu Namibians showcase is a force to be reckoned with (7) TSUNAMI
13 Studying for a bachelor’s degree with a political group in Africa (6)UGANDA
15 Boy, after starting to enjoy a pork product, takes second helping by showing a sign (7, 6)BELISHA BEACON
19 Challenge work attitude (6)OPPOSE
20 Spooner’s son leaves for England probably to find a promoter (7)SPONSOR
23 Same as knack, skill (9)TECHNIQUE
24 Report on food joint in the city (5) DELHI
26 Flower found in France, central Greece and most of Asia being cultivated (7)FREESIA
27 One line composed into a verse (7)LEONINE

Down
1 Repeat a phonetic alphabet (4)ECHO
2 Dial a helpline primarily to order flower (6) DAHLIA
3 See brilliance at centre stage (9)SPOTLIGHT
4 Ailment that’s relapsing in vulgar gal — leprosy (8)PELLAGRA
5 Salary one spent for posh house with broken walls. It’s unreal! (10)STUPENDOUS
6 Notify and improve standards (6)UPDATE
7 Top star got top medal (4) ACME
8 Timely relation that twins share? (6)COEVAL
12 Surprisingly, peacekeepers (except editor) are trading PC components (10)UNEXPECTED
14 Embarrassingly awful delay while holding party (9)ABASHEDLY
16 Inn’s eats used most nuts (8)INSANEST
17 Approximately half of sorbet and toffee is consumed (4, 2)SORT OF
18 Highest promotion and salary increment? Congratulations! (6)PRAISE
21 Film an alumnus (3, 3)OLD BOY
22 Band colour (4)AQUA
25 Network carrying current has been placed (4)LANE

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

[deepakgita]

Across
1 Broadcast omits a cub, extremely small (9) SUBATOMIC
6 Story reversed within eighty minutes (4) MYTH
8 Commercial cars and farm vehicles, carbon-free? They’ll manage (14) ADMINISTRATORS
10 Annoying one in front of king and son in capital city (7) IRKSOME
11 Crumbly crisp coating that is more strongly flavoured (7) SPICIER
12 Voice necessary to debate normally (5)
14 Post-Victorian dawn I read about (9)
16 Problem with fraud United Nations beat (9)
18 Dreams ending in rubble in skips (5)
20 Deeds in parties lacking force (7)
22 Large alien with soft feathers? It’s a disappointment (3-4)
24 Play new role in judo team (5,3,6)
25 Slip in small joke (4)
26 State perfect answer, suppressing wrong ones (9)


Down
1 Analyst of data that’s roughly intact as it is (12)
2 Yokel having impact on family (7)
3 Colour and energy in dance (5)
4 Soldier, using aromatic substance with hesitation, receiving support (9)
5 Run into police group (5)
6 Parade involving endless trouble for powerful woman (9)
7 Interim changes for stations (7)
9 Substantial artist holding positions popular as singer and actor (5,7)
13 Recording’s first tune does sadly deteriorate (3,2,4)
15 I’m drained, enthralled by upset today in tennis tournament (9)
17 Overall employment system (7)
19 Volume is in poor, distressed condition (7)
21 Star initially followed by ardent crowd (5)
23 Clubs in genuine agreement to send hostilities (5)


http://www.thehindu.com/features/magazine/the-sunday-crossword/article7684703.ece

[Russellbew]

Across
1 Broadcast omits a cub, extremely small (9) SUBATOMIC
6 Story reversed within eighty minutes (4) MYTH
8 Commercial cars and farm vehicles, carbon-free? They’ll manage (14) ADMINISTRATORS
10 Annoying one in front of king and son in capital city (7) IRKSOME
11 Crumbly crisp coating that is more strongly flavoured (7) SPICIER
12 Voice necessary to debate normally (5) TENOR
14 Post-Victorian dawn I read about (9)EDWARDIAN
16 Problem with fraud United Nations beat (9) CONUNDRUM
18 Dreams ending in rubble in skips (5)HOPES
20 Deeds in parties lacking force (7)ACTIONS
22 Large alien with soft feathers? It’s a disappointment (3-4)
24 Play new role in judo team (5,3,6)
25 Slip in small joke (4)
26 State perfect answer, suppressing wrong ones (9)


Down
1 Analyst of data that’s roughly intact as it is (12)
2 Yokel having impact on family (7)
3 Colour and energy in dance (5)
4 Soldier, using aromatic substance with hesitation, receiving support (9)
5 Run into police group (5)
6 Parade involving endless trouble for powerful woman (9)
7 Interim changes for stations (7)
9 Substantial artist holding positions popular as singer and actor (5,7)
13 Recording’s first tune does sadly deteriorate (3,2,4)
15 I’m drained, enthralled by upset today in tennis tournament (9)
17 Overall employment system (7)
19 Volume is in poor, distressed condition (7)
21 Star initially followed by ardent crowd (5)
23 Clubs in genuine agreement to send hostilities (5)

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
1 Broadcast omits a cub, extremely small (9) SUBATOMIC
6 Story reversed within eighty minutes (4) MYTH
8 Commercial cars and farm vehicles, carbon-free? They’ll manage (14) ADMINISTRATORS
10 Annoying one in front of king and son in capital city (7) IRKSOME
11 Crumbly crisp coating that is more strongly flavoured (7) SPICIER
12 Voice necessary to debate normally (5) TENOR
14 Post-Victorian dawn I read about (9)EDWARDIAN
16 Problem with fraud United Nations beat (9) CONUNDRUM
18 Dreams ending in rubble in skips (5)HOPES
20 Deeds in parties lacking force (7)ACTIONS
22 Large alien with soft feathers? It’s a disappointment (3-4)LET-DOWN
24 Play new role in judo team (5,3,6)ROMEO AND JULIET
25 Slip in small joke (4)SKID
26 State perfect answer, suppressing wrong ones (9)MINNESOTA


Down
1 Analyst of data that’s roughly intact as it is (12)STATISTICIAN
2 Yokel having impact on family (7)BUMPKIN
3 Colour and energy in dance (5)TANGO
4 Soldier, using aromatic substance with hesitation, receiving support (9)MUSKETEER
5 Run into police group (5)CORPS
6 Parade involving endless trouble for powerful woman (9)MATRIARCH
7 Interim changes for stations (7)TERMINI
9 Substantial artist holding positions popular as singer and actor (5,7)FRANK SINATRA
13 Recording’s first tune does sadly deteriorate (3,2,4)RUN TO SEED
15 I’m drained, enthralled by upset today in tennis tournament (9)WIMBLEDON
17 Overall employment system (7)NETWOEK
19 Volume is in poor, distressed condition (7)PROVISO
21 Star initially followed by ardent crowd (5)SWARM
23 Clubs in genuine agreement to send hostilities (5)TRUCE

:clap::clap::clap: Good!

[Joshuaceada]

Spinner

Across
1 Online app built loosely without user interface marker (4-5,3)
10 System with mass data transmission device (5)
11 Controlled by bowling maiden to destructive opener at the start (9)
12 Hidden segment of wall at entrance (6)
13 Two points followed by zero — Convert message to code (8)
15 Ordered trainee to adapt (9)
16 US Open ends Serena's exploits (4)
20 Gemstone ring has raised segment (4)
21 They pronounce remission of sins regularly, maybe to people attempting this puzzle (9)
24 Standards of setter satisfy some specifications, not others, ultimately! (8)
26 Quite insignificant to protect right (6)
28 Huge amount (A lot, in other words) invested in components of a deck (9)
29 Central Bank to come together with sponsor (5)
30 Bowler's trick resolved problem of number 1's delivery not coming through? (7,5)

Down
2 Places where speeches maybe made to listener about first class (9)
3 Cried with editor after poor book (8)
4 Advantage of drawing diamond/spade initially (4)
5 Henchman kidnaps a model following 'no' to proposal (10)
6 Wordplay preceding definition's top! It's expert!(6)
7 “Nick Knight's returning to coach” : Insider exclusive! (5)
8 Enough beer to entertain politician (5)
9 Post administration's first-day cover (7)
14 Draw on capturing bishop with horse from the same side (10)
17 Calculated target is off by hundred (9)
18 Adding old money to small amount makes it an excessive amount (3,4)
19 Set of deliveries by transport service (8)
22 Eyes finally on clue set by Spinner (6)
23 Set extremely crafty clue not understood at first (5)
25 Bolt, leading after running rapidly, obviously wins ! (5)
27 Fool has thousand questions (4)

GRID (https://goo.gl/photos/Le2vg2biEfuhCwpN8)

[Russellbew]

Spinner

Across
1 Online app built loosely without user interface marker (4-5,3)
10 System with mass data transmission device (5)
11 Controlled by bowling maiden to destructive opener at the start (9)
12 Hidden segment of wall at entrance (6) LATENT
13 Two points followed by zero — Convert message to code (8)
15 Ordered trainee to adapt (9)
16 US Open ends Serena's exploits (4) USES
20 Gemstone ring has raised segment (4)
21 They pronounce remission of sins regularly, maybe to people attempting this puzzle (9)
24 Standards of setter satisfy some specifications, not others, ultimately! (8)
26 Quite insignificant to protect right (6)
28 Huge amount (A lot, in other words) invested in components of a deck (9)
29 Central Bank to come together with sponsor (5) ANGEL
30 Bowler's trick resolved problem of number 1's delivery not coming through? (7,5)

Down
2 Places where speeches maybe made to listener about first class (9)
3 Cried with editor after poor book (8)
4 Advantage of drawing diamond/spade initially (4)
5 Henchman kidnaps a model following 'no' to proposal (10)
6 Wordplay preceding definition's top! It's expert!(6)
7 “Nick Knight's returning to coach” : Insider exclusive! (5)
8 Enough beer to entertain politician (5) AMPLE
9 Post administration's first-day cover (7)
14 Draw on capturing bishop with horse from the same side (10)
17 Calculated target is off by hundred (9) STRATEGIC
18 Adding old money to small amount makes it an excessive amount (3,4)
19 Set of deliveries by transport service (8)
22 Eyes finally on clue set by Spinner (6)
23 Set extremely crafty clue not understood at first (5)
25 Bolt, leading after running rapidly, obviously wins ! (5)
27 Fool has thousand questions (4)

[deepakgita]

Across
1 Online app built loosely without user interface marker (4-5,3) BALL-POINT PEN
10 System with mass data transmission device (5) MODEM
11 Controlled by bowling maiden to destructive opener at the start (9) DOMINATED
12 Hidden segment of wall at entrance (6) LATENT
13 Two points followed by zero — Convert message to code (8) ENCIPHER
15 Ordered trainee to adapt (9) ORIENTATE
16 US Open ends Serena's exploits (4) USES
20 Gemstone ring has raised segment (4)
21 They pronounce remission of sins regularly, maybe to people attempting this puzzle (9)
24 Standards of setter satisfy some specifications, not others, ultimately! (8)
26 Quite insignificant to protect right (6)
28 Huge amount (A lot, in other words) invested in components of a deck (9)
29 Central Bank to come together with sponsor (5) ANGEL
30 Bowler's trick resolved problem of number 1's delivery not coming through? (7,5)

Down
2 Places where speeches maybe made to listener about first class (9)
3 Cried with editor after poor book (8)
4 Advantage of drawing diamond/spade initially (4)
5 Henchman kidnaps a model following 'no' to proposal (10)
6 Wordplay preceding definition's top! It's expert!(6)
7 “Nick Knight's returning to coach” : Insider exclusive! (5)
8 Enough beer to entertain politician (5) AMPLE
9 Post administration's first-day cover (7)
14 Draw on capturing bishop with horse from the same side (10)
17 Calculated target is off by hundred (9) STRATEGIC
18 Adding old money to small amount makes it an excessive amount (3,4)
19 Set of deliveries by transport service (8)
22 Eyes finally on clue set by Spinner (6)
23 Set extremely crafty clue not understood at first (5)
25 Bolt, leading after running rapidly, obviously wins ! (5)
27 Fool has thousand questions (4)

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
1 Online app built loosely without user interface marker (4-5,3) BALL-POINT PEN
10 System with mass data transmission device (5) MODEM
11 Controlled by bowling maiden to destructive opener at the start (9) DOMINATED
12 Hidden segment of wall at entrance (6) LATENT
13 Two points followed by zero — Convert message to code (8) ENCIPHER
15 Ordered trainee to adapt (9) ORIENTATE
16 US Open ends Serena's exploits (4) USES
20 Gemstone ring has raised segment (4)
21 They pronounce remission of sins regularly, maybe to people attempting this puzzle (9)
24 Standards of setter satisfy some specifications, not others, ultimately! (8)
26 Quite insignificant to protect right (6)
28 Huge amount (A lot, in other words) invested in components of a deck (9)CARTLOADS
29 Central Bank to come together with sponsor (5) ANGEL
30 Bowler's trick resolved problem of number 1's delivery not coming through? (7,5)WRITERS BLOCK

Down
2 Places where speeches maybe made to listener about first class (9)
3 Cried with editor after poor book (8)
4 Advantage of drawing diamond/spade initially (4)ODDS
5 Henchman kidnaps a model following 'no' to proposal (10)NOMINATION
6 Wordplay preceding definition's top! It's expert!(6)PUNDIT
7 “Nick Knight's returning to coach” : Insider exclusive! (5)
8 Enough beer to entertain politician (5) AMPLE
9 Post administration's first-day cover (7)
14 Draw on capturing bishop with horse from the same side (10)
17 Calculated target is off by hundred (9) STRATEGIC
18 Adding old money to small amount makes it an excessive amount (3,4)
19 Set of deliveries by transport service (8)
22 Eyes finally on clue set by Spinner (6)
23 Set extremely crafty clue not understood at first (5)
25 Bolt, leading after running rapidly, obviously wins ! (5)
27 Fool has thousand questions (4)

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
1 Online app built loosely without user interface marker (4-5,3) BALL-POINT PEN
10 System with mass data transmission device (5) MODEM
11 Controlled by bowling maiden to destructive opener at the start (9) DOMINATED
12 Hidden segment of wall at entrance (6) LATENT
13 Two points followed by zero — Convert message to code (8) ENCIPHER
15 Ordered trainee to adapt (9) ORIENTATE
16 US Open ends Serena's exploits (4) USES
20 Gemstone ring has raised segment (4)OPAL
21 They pronounce remission of sins regularly, maybe to people attempting this puzzle (9)ABSOLVERS
24 Standards of setter satisfy some specifications, not others, ultimately! (8)MEASURES
26 Quite insignificant to protect right (6)PRETTY
28 Huge amount (A lot, in other words) invested in components of a deck (9)CARTLOADS
29 Central Bank to come together with sponsor (5) ANGEL
30 Bowler's trick resolved problem of number 1's delivery not coming through? (7,5)WRITERS BLOCK

Down
2 Places where speeches maybe made to listener about first class (9)AUDITORIA
3 Cried with editor after poor book (8)LAMENTED
4 Advantage of drawing diamond/spade initially (4)ODDS
5 Henchman kidnaps a model following 'no' to proposal (10)NOMINATION
6 Wordplay preceding definition's top! It's expert!(6)PUNDIT
7 “Nick Knight's returning to coach” : Insider exclusive! (5)NOTCH
8 Enough beer to entertain politician (5) AMPLE
9 Post administration's first-day cover (7)ADDRESS
14 Draw on capturing bishop with horse from the same side (10)STABLEMATE
17 Calculated target is off by hundred (9) STRATEGIC
18 Adding old money to small amount makes it an excessive amount (3,4)TOO MUCH
19 Set of deliveries by transport service (8)OVERHAUL
22 Eyes finally on clue set by Spinner (6)NUCLEI
23 Set extremely crafty clue not understood at first (5)CYCLE
25 Bolt, leading after running rapidly, obviously wins ! (5)ARROW
27 Fool has thousand questions (4)ASKS

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

[Joshuaceada]

Mac

Across
6 She's covered in glitter (5)
8 Partner played cello, a stringed instrument (9)
10 Rodent let loose to frighten (6)
11 Islamic ruler caught blaspheming in the extreme had to leave the country for good (8)
12 GRE: an exam to unearth the most exceptional (8)
13 Alone and very depressed, reportedly (4)
15 Discipline shown by criminal lacking sense of right or wrong? On the contrary! (7)
17 A Frenchman residing in a shack is embarrassed (7)
20 Poster boy's sick (4)
22 Popular setter (yours truly) overwhelmed by words of appreciation and warmth (8)
25 Rodent often heard to live in murky waters (5,3)
26 Danger posed by mad hatter (6)
27 Immature bachelor left work, ran away with girl instead (9)
28 Support black people (5)

Down
1 The racist resorted to histrionics (9)
2 Pious man taken in by attractive girl's openness (7)
3 Large, trimmed hips borne by otherwise small figures (8)
4 Mysterious allure of acclaim (6)
5 Relatives haunt sis's house (5)
7 Measure the concentration of a solution as solvent at the bottom is replaced with new inorganic compound (7)
9 Function held in cafeteria (4)
14 Impedance can create complication (9)
16 State of agitation following coal-gate; UPA ultimately not involved (8)
18 In rebellion, married sweetheart (7)
19 Unusually tense about turning 11 — an important age for an adolescent (7)
21 Adulterous Irish princess misused sensuality without any hint of shame (6)
23 Songbird, one South American little creature (4)
24 Medium / medium-small (5)

GRID (https://goo.gl/photos/GCxCVYjo3Z9XwgJt6)

[Russellrvw]

Across
6 She's covered in glitter (5)
8 Partner played cello, a stringed instrument (9)
10 Rodent let loose to frighten (6) (RAT)(TLE*)
11 Islamic ruler caught blaspheming in the extreme had to leave the country for good (8)
12 GRE: an exam to unearth the most exceptional (8) (GRE)(A/TEST)
13 Alone and very depressed, reportedly (4)
15 Discipline shown by criminal lacking sense of right or wrong? On the contrary! (7)
17 A Frenchman residing in a shack is embarrassed (7)
20 Poster boy's sick (4)
22 Popular setter (yours truly) overwhelmed by words of appreciation and warmth (8)
25 Rodent often heard to live in murky waters (5,3) SEW(ER) RAT*
26 Danger posed by mad hatter (6) THREAT*
27 Immature bachelor left work, ran away with girl instead (9)
28 Support black people (5)

Down
1 The racist resorted to histrionics (9) THEATRICS*
2 Pious man taken in by attractive girl's openness (7)
3 Large, trimmed hips borne by otherwise small figures (8)
4 Mysterious allure of acclaim (6)
5 Relatives haunt sis's house (5)
7 Measure the concentration of a solution as solvent at the bottom is replaced with new inorganic compound (7)
9 Function held in cafeteria (4)
14 Impedance can create complication (9)
16 State of agitation following coal-gate; UPA ultimately not involved (8)
18 In rebellion, married sweetheart (7)
19 Unusually tense about turning 11 — an important age for an adolescent (7)
21 Adulterous Irish princess misused sensuality without any hint of shame (6)
23 Songbird, one South American little creature (4)
24 Medium / medium-small (5)

[deepakgita]

Across
6 She's covered in glitter (5) SHINE
8 Partner played cello, a stringed instrument (9) COLLEAGUE
10 Rodent let loose to frighten (6) (RAT)(TLE*)
11 Islamic ruler caught blaspheming in the extreme had to leave the country for good (8) EMIGRATE
12 GRE: an exam to unearth the most exceptional (8) (GRE)(A/TEST)
13 Alone and very depressed, reportedly (4) SOLO
15 Discipline shown by criminal lacking sense of right or wrong? On the contrary! (7) SCIENCE
17 A Frenchman residing in a shack is embarrassed (7)
20 Poster boy's sick (4)
22 Popular setter (yours truly) overwhelmed by words of appreciation and warmth (8)
25 Rodent often heard to live in murky waters (5,3) SEW(ER) RAT*
26 Danger posed by mad hatter (6) THREAT*
27 Immature bachelor left work, ran away with girl instead (9)
28 Support black people (5)

Down
1 The racist resorted to histrionics (9) THEATRICS*
2 Pious man taken in by attractive girl's openness (7)
3 Large, trimmed hips borne by otherwise small figures (8)
4 Mysterious allure of acclaim (6)
5 Relatives haunt sis's house (5)
7 Measure the concentration of a solution as solvent at the bottom is replaced with new inorganic compound (7)
9 Function held in cafeteria (4)
14 Impedance can create complication (9)
16 State of agitation following coal-gate; UPA ultimately not involved (8)
18 In rebellion, married sweetheart (7)
19 Unusually tense about turning 11 — an important age for an adolescent (7)
21 Adulterous Irish princess misused sensuality without any hint of shame (6)
23 Songbird, one South American little creature (4)
24 Medium / medium-small (5)

[Russellbew]

Across
6 She's covered in glitter (5) SHINE
8 Partner played cello, a stringed instrument (9) COLLEAGUE
10 Rodent let loose to frighten (6) (RAT)(TLE*)
11 Islamic ruler caught blaspheming in the extreme had to leave the country for good (8) EMIGRATE
12 GRE: an exam to unearth the most exceptional (8) (GRE)(A/TEST)
13 Alone and very depressed, reportedly (4) SOLO
15 Discipline shown by criminal lacking sense of right or wrong? On the contrary! (7) SCIENCE
17 A Frenchman residing in a shack is embarrassed (7) ASHAMED
20 Poster boy's sick (4) BILL
22 Popular setter (yours truly) overwhelmed by words of appreciation and warmth (8)
25 Rodent often heard to live in murky waters (5,3) SEW(ER) RAT*
26 Danger posed by mad hatter (6) THREAT*
27 Immature bachelor left work, ran away with girl instead (9)
28 Support black people (5) BRACE

Down
1 The racist resorted to histrionics (9) THEATRICS*
2 Pious man taken in by attractive girl's openness (7)
3 Large, trimmed hips borne by otherwise small figures (8) ELLIPSES
4 Mysterious allure of acclaim (6) LAUREL
5 Relatives haunt sis's house (5)
7 Measure the concentration of a solution as solvent at the bottom is replaced with new inorganic compound (7)
9 Function held in cafeteria (4)
14 Impedance can create complication (9)
16 State of agitation following coal-gate; UPA ultimately not involved (8)
18 In rebellion, married sweetheart (7)
19 Unusually tense about turning 11 — an important age for an adolescent (7)
21 Adulterous Irish princess misused sensuality without any hint of shame (6)
23 Songbird, one South American little creature (4)
24 Medium / medium-small (5)

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
6 She's covered in glitter (5) SHINE
8 Partner played cello, a stringed instrument (9) COLLEAGUE
10 Rodent let loose to frighten (6) (RAT)(TLE*)
11 Islamic ruler caught blaspheming in the extreme had to leave the country for good (8) EMIGRATE
12 GRE: an exam to unearth the most exceptional (8) (GRE)(A/TEST)
13 Alone and very depressed, reportedly (4) SOLO
15 Discipline shown by criminal lacking sense of right or wrong? On the contrary! (7) SCIENCE
17 A Frenchman residing in a shack is embarrassed (7) ASHAMED
20 Poster boy's sick (4) BILL
22 Popular setter (yours truly) overwhelmed by words of appreciation and warmth (8)
25 Rodent often heard to live in murky waters (5,3) SEW(ER) RAT*
26 Danger posed by mad hatter (6) THREAT*
27 Immature bachelor left work, ran away with girl instead (9)
28 Support black people (5) BRACE

Down
1 The racist resorted to histrionics (9) THEATRICS*
2 Pious man taken in by attractive girl's openness (7)
3 Large, trimmed hips borne by otherwise small figures (8) ELLIPSES
4 Mysterious allure of acclaim (6) LAUREL
5 Relatives haunt sis's house (5)AUNTS
7 Measure the concentration of a solution as solvent at the bottom is replaced with new inorganic compound (7)
9 Function held in cafeteria (4)FETE
14 Impedance can create complication (9)
16 State of agitation following coal-gate; UPA ultimately not involved (8)
18 In rebellion, married sweetheart (7)ADMIRER
19 Unusually tense about turning 11 — an important age for an adolescent (7)SIXTEEN
21 Adulterous Irish princess misused sensuality without any hint of shame (6)
23 Songbird, one South American little creature (4)
24 Medium / medium-small (5)MEANS

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
6 She's covered in glitter (5) SHINE
8 Partner played cello, a stringed instrument (9) COLLEAGUE
10 Rodent let loose to frighten (6) (RAT)(TLE*)
11 Islamic ruler caught blaspheming in the extreme had to leave the country for good (8) EMIGRATE
12 GRE: an exam to unearth the most exceptional (8) (GRE)(A/TEST)
13 Alone and very depressed, reportedly (4) SOLO
15 Discipline shown by criminal lacking sense of right or wrong? On the contrary! (7) SCIENCE
17 A Frenchman residing in a shack is embarrassed (7) ASHAMED
20 Poster boy's sick (4) BILL
22 Popular setter (yours truly) overwhelmed by words of appreciation and warmth (8)
25 Rodent often heard to live in murky waters (5,3) SEW(ER) RAT*
26 Danger posed by mad hatter (6) THREAT*
27 Immature bachelor left work, ran away with girl instead (9)UNFLEDGED
28 Support black people (5) BRACE

Down
1 The racist resorted to histrionics (9) THEATRICS*
2 Pious man taken in by attractive girl's openness (7)HONESTY
3 Large, trimmed hips borne by otherwise small figures (8) ELLIPSES
4 Mysterious allure of acclaim (6) LAUREL
5 Relatives haunt sis's house (5)AUNTS
7 Measure the concentration of a solution as solvent at the bottom is replaced with new inorganic compound (7)NITRATE
9 Function held in cafeteria (4)FETE
14 Impedance can create complication (9)REACTANCE
16 State of agitation following coal-gate; UPA ultimately not involved (8)COLORADO
18 In rebellion, married sweetheart (7)ADMIRER
19 Unusually tense about turning 11 — an important age for an adolescent (7)SIXTEEN
21 Adulterous Irish princess misused sensuality without any hint of shame (6)ISEULT
23 Songbird, one South American little creature (4)TITI
24 Medium / medium-small (5)MEANS

:clap::clap::clap: Nina LAST ONE looks like Mac's goodbye!

[Joshuaceada]

Gridman

Across
1 Deliver supplies in a down-to-earth manner (7)
5 Black stuff over luxury car in enclosure (6)
9 Incomplete mark following operation of the eye (5)
10 Support primarily silky feathers for chickens out? (5,4)
11 Stumble on oil spills in a Mediterranean port (7)
12 As a point of fact, pounds were exchanged for rupee by insurance statistician (7)
13 Fabric gathered from two world cities, in short (5)
14 Chief newspaperman on holiday is intercepted (6,3)
16 Was the meat delivered in a sort of clumsy way? (3-6)
19 Extremely cold: river bird stopped short (5)
21 Reportedly forsake dry land (7)
23 Put a name to warrant (7)
24 Thus a human standing up finds balance (2,3,4)
25 A face in the filmi crowd (5)
26 One bit for each one (6)
27 Involve brother in lime-squashing (7)

Down
1 This should provide more than a toehold for you to make an entry (1,4,2,3,4)
2 New hearing of revised trailer (7)
3 Artist’s small measure on overworking animal (7)
4 Out at the bar, the woman in cover (9)
5 Two companies produce a shade of brown (5)
6 Gridman, for one, last now first, given round badge of honour (7)
7 Fruit brought by a village officer to California party (7)
8 Asset of a punctilious pupil in the proofreading department (2,3,3,6)
15 One receiving a garment in the river (9)
17 Bypass rising favourite — it’s bad move (7)
18 Shock a bit terrifying (7)
19 Lead, taking different cookery ingredient (7)
20 Free attempt after title dispensation (3,2,2)
22 “What I am really like” — that's dominant idea (5)

GRID (https://goo.gl/photos/TJJhki4m9CwkPKCT7)

[Russellrvw]

Across
1 Deliver supplies in a down-to-earth manner (7)
5 Black stuff over luxury car in enclosure (6)
9 Incomplete mark following operation of the eye (5)
10 Support primarily silky feathers for chickens out? (5,4)
11 Stumble on oil spills in a Mediterranean port (7)
12 As a point of fact, pounds were exchanged for rupee by insurance statistician (7)
13 Fabric gathered from two world cities, in short (5)
14 Chief newspaperman on holiday is intercepted (6,3)
16 Was the meat delivered in a sort of clumsy way? (3-6)
19 Extremely cold: river bird stopped short (5)
21 Reportedly forsake dry land (7)
23 Put a name to warrant (7)
24 Thus a human standing up finds balance (2,3,4)
25 A face in the filmi crowd (5)
26 One bit for each one (6)
27 Involve brother in lime-squashing (7) EM(BRO)IL*

Down
1 This should provide more than a toehold for you to make an entry (1,4,2,3,4) A FOOT IN THE DOOR (CD)
2 New hearing of revised trailer (7)
3 Artist’s small measure on overworking animal (7)
4 Out at the bar, the woman in cover (9) {PUB}{LI(SHE)D}
5 Two companies produce a shade of brown (5)
6 Gridman, for one, last now first, given round badge of honour (7) +R(O)SETTE[-r]
7 Fruit brought by a village officer to California party (7)
8 Asset of a punctilious pupil in the proofreading department (2,3,3,6) AN EYE FOR DETAIL (CD)
15 One receiving a garment in the river (9)
17 Bypass rising favourite — it’s bad move (7)
18 Shock a bit terrifying (7)
19 Lead, taking different cookery ingredient (7)
20 Free attempt after title dispensation (3,2,2)
22 “What I am really like” — that's dominant idea (5)

[deepakgita]

Across
1 Deliver supplies in a down-to-earth manner (7) AIRDROP
5 Black stuff over luxury car in enclosure (6) CORRAL
9 Incomplete mark following operation of the eye (5) OPTIC
10 Support primarily silky feathers for chickens out? (5,4) BACKS DOWN
11 Stumble on oil spills in a Mediterranean port (7) TRIPOLI
12 As a point of fact, pounds were exchanged for rupee by insurance statistician (7)
13 Fabric gathered from two world cities, in short (5)
14 Chief newspaperman on holiday is intercepted (6,3)
16 Was the meat delivered in a sort of clumsy way? (3-6)
19 Extremely cold: river bird stopped short (5)
21 Reportedly forsake dry land (7)
23 Put a name to warrant (7)
24 Thus a human standing up finds balance (2,3,4)
25 A face in the filmi crowd (5)
26 One bit for each one (6)
27 Involve brother in lime-squashing (7) EM(BRO)IL*

Down
1 This should provide more than a toehold for you to make an entry (1,4,2,3,4) A FOOT IN THE DOOR (CD)
2 New hearing of revised trailer (7)
3 Artist’s small measure on overworking animal (7)
4 Out at the bar, the woman in cover (9) {PUB}{LI(SHE)D}
5 Two companies produce a shade of brown (5)
6 Gridman, for one, last now first, given round badge of honour (7) +R(O)SETTE[-r]
7 Fruit brought by a village officer to California party (7)
8 Asset of a punctilious pupil in the proofreading department (2,3,3,6) AN EYE FOR DETAIL (CD)
15 One receiving a garment in the river (9)
17 Bypass rising favourite — it’s bad move (7)
18 Shock a bit terrifying (7)
19 Lead, taking different cookery ingredient (7)
20 Free attempt after title dispensation (3,2,2)
22 “What I am really like” — that's dominant idea (5)

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
1 Deliver supplies in a down-to-earth manner (7) AIRDROP
5 Black stuff over luxury car in enclosure (6) CORRAL
9 Incomplete mark following operation of the eye (5) OPTIC
10 Support primarily silky feathers for chickens out? (5,4) BACKS DOWN
11 Stumble on oil spills in a Mediterranean port (7) TRIPOLI
12 As a point of fact, pounds were exchanged for rupee by insurance statistician (7)
13 Fabric gathered from two world cities, in short (5)
14 Chief newspaperman on holiday is intercepted (6,3)
16 Was the meat delivered in a sort of clumsy way? (3-6)
19 Extremely cold: river bird stopped short (5)
21 Reportedly forsake dry land (7)
23 Put a name to warrant (7)
24 Thus a human standing up finds balance (2,3,4)
25 A face in the filmi crowd (5)
26 One bit for each one (6)
27 Involve brother in lime-squashing (7) EM(BRO)IL*

Down
1 This should provide more than a toehold for you to make an entry (1,4,2,3,4) A FOOT IN THE DOOR (CD)
2 New hearing of revised trailer (7)
3 Artist’s small measure on overworking animal (7)
4 Out at the bar, the woman in cover (9) {PUB}{LI(SHE)D}
5 Two companies produce a shade of brown (5)
6 Gridman, for one, last now first, given round badge of honour (7) +R(O)SETTE[-r]
7 Fruit brought by a village officer to California party (7)
8 Asset of a punctilious pupil in the proofreading department (2,3,3,6) AN EYE FOR DETAIL (CD)
15 One receiving a garment in the river (9)ADDRESSEE
17 Bypass rising favourite — it’s bad move (7)MISSTEP
18 Shock a bit terrifying (7)AWESOME
19 Lead, taking different cookery ingredient (7)
20 Free attempt after title dispensation (3,2,2)LET IT GO
22 “What I am really like” — that's dominant idea (5)THEME

[Russellbew]

Across
1 Deliver supplies in a down-to-earth manner (7) AIRDROP
5 Black stuff over luxury car in enclosure (6) CORRAL
9 Incomplete mark following operation of the eye (5) OPTIC
10 Support primarily silky feathers for chickens out? (5,4) BACKS DOWN
11 Stumble on oil spills in a Mediterranean port (7) TRIPOLI
12 As a point of fact, pounds were exchanged for rupee by insurance statistician (7)
13 Fabric gathered from two world cities, in short (5)
14 Chief newspaperman on holiday is intercepted (6,3)
16 Was the meat delivered in a sort of clumsy way? (3-6)
19 Extremely cold: river bird stopped short (5)
21 Reportedly forsake dry land (7)
23 Put a name to warrant (7)
24 Thus a human standing up finds balance (2,3,4) ON THE LEG
25 A face in the filmi crowd (5) EXTRA
26 One bit for each one (6)
27 Involve brother in lime-squashing (7) EM(BRO)IL*

Down
1 This should provide more than a toehold for you to make an entry (1,4,2,3,4) A FOOT IN THE DOOR (CD)
2 New hearing of revised trailer (7) RETRIAL
3 Artist’s small measure on overworking animal (7)
4 Out at the bar, the woman in cover (9) {PUB}{LI(SHE)D}
5 Two companies produce a shade of brown (5) COCOA ( Col's pet :) )
6 Gridman, for one, last now first, given round badge of honour (7) +R(O)SETTE[-r]
7 Fruit brought by a village officer to California party (7) AVOCADO
8 Asset of a punctilious pupil in the proofreading department (2,3,3,6) AN EYE FOR DETAIL (CD)
15 One receiving a garment in the river (9)ADDRESSEE
17 Bypass rising favourite — it’s bad move (7)MISSTEP
18 Shock a bit terrifying (7)AWESOME
19 Lead, taking different cookery ingredient (7)
20 Free attempt after title dispensation (3,2,2)LET IT GO
22 “What I am really like” — that's dominant idea (5)THEME

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
1 Deliver supplies in a down-to-earth manner (7) AIRDROP
5 Black stuff over luxury car in enclosure (6) CORRAL
9 Incomplete mark following operation of the eye (5) OPTIC
10 Support primarily silky feathers for chickens out? (5,4) BACKS DOWN
11 Stumble on oil spills in a Mediterranean port (7) TRIPOLI
12 As a point of fact, pounds were exchanged for rupee by insurance statistician (7)ACTUARY
13 Fabric gathered from two world cities, in short (5)NYLON
14 Chief newspaperman on holiday is intercepted (6,3)HEADED OFF
16 Was the meat delivered in a sort of clumsy way? (3-6)HAM-HANDED
19 Extremely cold: river bird stopped short (5)POLAR
21 Reportedly forsake dry land (7)DESSERT
23 Put a name to warrant (7)ENTITLE
24 Thus a human standing up finds balance (2,3,4) ON THE LEG
25 A face in the filmi crowd (5) EXTRA
26 One bit for each one (6)APIECE
27 Involve brother in lime-squashing (7) EM(BRO)IL*

Down
1 This should provide more than a toehold for you to make an entry (1,4,2,3,4) A FOOT IN THE DOOR (CD)
2 New hearing of revised trailer (7) RETRIAL
3 Artist’s small measure on overworking animal (7)RACCOON
4 Out at the bar, the woman in cover (9) {PUB}{LI(SHE)D}
5 Two companies produce a shade of brown (5) COCOA ( Col's pet )
6 Gridman, for one, last now first, given round badge of honour (7) +R(O)SETTE[-r]
7 Fruit brought by a village officer to California party (7) AVOCADO
8 Asset of a punctilious pupil in the proofreading department (2,3,3,6) AN EYE FOR DETAIL (CD)
15 One receiving a garment in the river (9)ADDRESSEE
17 Bypass rising favourite — it’s bad move (7)MISSTEP
18 Shock a bit terrifying (7)AWESOME
19 Lead, taking different cookery ingredient (7)POTHERB
20 Free attempt after title dispensation (3,2,2)LET IT GO
22 “What I am really like” — that's dominant idea (5)THEME

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

[Joshuaceada]

Gridman

Across
1 One should decline to be in such morally corrupt state (8)
5 Graduate doctor rings for cane (6)
10 Darts around with mantra to attain celebrity status (7)
11 No doubt fool tore up Durex after snipping tip off (7)
12 Take stock that is not yours (6)
13 Disreputable person, one being in the basement? (3-5)
15 Comfort stop not launched (4)
16 One cannot be dull while on such work (6,4)
18 Zesty alarm about a slow trickle (4,6)
20 Beat it with footwear, say (4)
23 Enjoyable moments in the attic? (4,4)
24 Son, really enjoy! That's excellent! (4-2)
26 Normal, till criticism returned (2,2,3)
27 One makes changes to the electrical accessory (7)
28 Pardon former wife's blasphemous cry with no heart in it (6)
29 15/4 or 4/15 as you may put it (3-5)

Down
1 Oh, use may yet result from what Indian Parliament often is (10,5)
2 In case the boy and half-sister appear... (7)
3 Handout about Doordarshan? That's easy to do (6)
4 Identify a father leaving Tarzan climbing up (4)
6 Frees sailors and loves to go hither and thither (8)
7 Girl said to have disappeared in virus outbreak (4,3)
8 This military soldier could well be poor Carl (7,8)
9 Authoritative setter in charge overwhelmed by a great amount rising (9)
14 Stinging comment in the Arctic? (3,6)
17 Atomic elements presented in bizarre depositions without din (8)
19 Gorky's ___ Mynci: Welsh rock band (7)
21 Trendy joint, all but strict (7)
22 Fabric of turned-out headwear in a low key (6)
25 Wise men’s conjury is unfinished (4)

GRID (https://goo.gl/photos/usrb5se3WADu9PWWA)

[Russellrvw]

Across
1 One should decline to be in such morally corrupt state (8)
5 Graduate doctor rings for cane (6)
10 Darts around with mantra to attain celebrity status (7)
11 No doubt fool tore up Durex after snipping tip off (7)
12 Take stock that is not yours (6)
13 Disreputable person, one being in the basement? (3-5)
15 Comfort stop not launched (4)
16 One cannot be dull while on such work (6,4) ACTIVE DUTY (CD)
18 Zesty alarm about a slow trickle (4,6)
20 Beat it with footwear, say (4)
23 Enjoyable moments in the attic? (4,4)
24 Son, really enjoy! That's excellent! (4-2)
26 Normal, till criticism returned (2,2,3)
27 One makes changes to the electrical accessory (7)
28 Pardon former wife's blasphemous cry with no heart in it (6)
29 15/4 or 4/15 as you may put it (3-5)

Down
1 Oh, use may yet result from what Indian Parliament often is (10,5) DISORDERLY HOUSE (HOUSE*= Oh use)
2 In case the boy and half-sister appear... (7)
3 Handout about Doordarshan? That's easy to do (6)
4 Identify a father leaving Tarzan climbing up (4)
6 Frees sailors and loves to go hither and thither (8)
7 Girl said to have disappeared in virus outbreak (4,3) (BIRD) (FLU)~flew
8 This military soldier could well be poor Carl (7,8) ORDERLY CORPORAL (CORPORAL* = poor Carl)
9 Authoritative setter in charge overwhelmed by a great amount rising (9) {C(ANON)(IC)AL<=}
14 Stinging comment in the Arctic? (3,6)
17 Atomic elements presented in bizarre depositions without din (8)
19 Gorky's ___ Mynci: Welsh rock band (7)
21 Trendy joint, all but strict (7)
22 Fabric of turned-out headwear in a low key (6)
25 Wise men’s conjury is unfinished (4)

[Russellbew]

Across
1 One should decline to be in such morally corrupt state (8)
5 Graduate doctor rings for cane (6) BAMBOO
10 Darts around with mantra to attain celebrity status (7) STARDOM
11 No doubt fool tore up Durex after snipping tip off (7) ASSURED
12 Take stock that is not yours (6)
13 Disreputable person, one being in the basement? (3-5) LOW-LIFER
15 Comfort stop not launched (4) EASE
16 One cannot be dull while on such work (6,4) ACTIVE DUTY (CD)
18 Zesty alarm about a slow trickle (4,6)
20 Beat it with footwear, say (4)
23 Enjoyable moments in the attic? (4,4)
24 Son, really enjoy! That's excellent! (4-2)
26 Normal, till criticism returned (2,2,3)
27 One makes changes to the electrical accessory (7)
28 Pardon former wife's blasphemous cry with no heart in it (6)
29 15/4 or 4/15 as you may put it (3-5)

Down
1 Oh, use may yet result from what Indian Parliament often is (10,5) DISORDERLY HOUSE (HOUSE*= Oh use)
2 In case the boy and half-sister appear... (7)
3 Handout about Doordarshan? That's easy to do (6)
4 Identify a father leaving Tarzan climbing up (4)
6 Frees sailors and loves to go hither and thither (8)
7 Girl said to have disappeared in virus outbreak (4,3) (BIRD) (FLU)~flew
8 This military soldier could well be poor Carl (7,8) ORDERLY CORPORAL (CORPORAL* = poor Carl)
9 Authoritative setter in charge overwhelmed by a great amount rising (9) {C(ANON)(IC)AL<=}
14 Stinging comment in the Arctic? (3,6)
17 Atomic elements presented in bizarre depositions without din (8)
19 Gorky's ___ Mynci: Welsh rock band (7)
21 Trendy joint, all but strict (7)
22 Fabric of turned-out headwear in a low key (6)
25 Wise men’s conjury is unfinished (4)

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
1 One should decline to be in such morally corrupt state (8)DECADENT
5 Graduate doctor rings for cane (6) BAMBOO
10 Darts around with mantra to attain celebrity status (7) STARDOM
11 No doubt fool tore up Durex after snipping tip off (7) ASSURED
12 Take stock that is not yours (6)
13 Disreputable person, one being in the basement? (3-5) LOW-LIFER
15 Comfort stop not launched (4) EASE
16 One cannot be dull while on such work (6,4) ACTIVE DUTY (CD)
18 Zesty alarm about a slow trickle (4,6)LAZY STREAM
20 Beat it with footwear, say (4)SHOO
23 Enjoyable moments in the attic? (4,4)HIGH TIME
24 Son, really enjoy! That's excellent! (4-2)
26 Normal, till criticism returned (2,2,3)UP TO PAR
27 One makes changes to the electrical accessory (7)
28 Pardon former wife's blasphemous cry with no heart in it (6)
29 15/4 or 4/15 as you may put it (3-5)

Down
1 Oh, use may yet result from what Indian Parliament often is (10,5) DISORDERLY HOUSE (HOUSE*= Oh use)
2 In case the boy and half-sister appear... (7)
3 Handout about Doordarshan? That's easy to do (6)
4 Identify a father leaving Tarzan climbing up (4)
6 Frees sailors and loves to go hither and thither (8)
7 Girl said to have disappeared in virus outbreak (4,3) (BIRD) (FLU)~flew
8 This military soldier could well be poor Carl (7,8) ORDERLY CORPORAL (CORPORAL* = poor Carl)
9 Authoritative setter in charge overwhelmed by a great amount rising (9) {C(ANON)(IC)AL<=}
14 Stinging comment in the Arctic? (3,6)
17 Atomic elements presented in bizarre depositions without din (8)
19 Gorky's ___ Mynci: Welsh rock band (7)
21 Trendy joint, all but strict (7)
22 Fabric of turned-out headwear in a low key (6)
25 Wise men’s conjury is unfinished (4)

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
1 One should decline to be in such morally corrupt state (8)DECADENT
5 Graduate doctor rings for cane (6) BAMBOO
10 Darts around with mantra to attain celebrity status (7) STARDOM
11 No doubt fool tore up Durex after snipping tip off (7) ASSURED
12 Take stock that is not yours (6)RUSTLE
13 Disreputable person, one being in the basement? (3-5) LOW-LIFER
15 Comfort stop not launched (4) EASE
16 One cannot be dull while on such work (6,4) ACTIVE DUTY (CD)
18 Zesty alarm about a slow trickle (4,6)LAZY STREAM
20 Beat it with footwear, say (4)SHOO
23 Enjoyable moments in the attic? (4,4)HIGH TIME
24 Son, really enjoy! That's excellent! (4-2)SLAP-UP
26 Normal, till criticism returned (2,2,3)UP TO PAR
27 One makes changes to the electrical accessory (7)ADAPTER
28 Pardon former wife's blasphemous cry with no heart in it (6)EXCUSE
29 15/4 or 4/15 as you may put it (3-5)MID-APRIL

Down
1 Oh, use may yet result from what Indian Parliament often is (10,5) DISORDERLY HOUSE (HOUSE*= Oh use)
2 In case the boy and half-sister appear... (7)CHASSIS
3 Handout about Doordarshan? That's easy to do (6)DODDLE
4 Identify a father leaving Tarzan climbing up (4)NAME
6 Frees sailors and loves to go hither and thither (8)ABSOLVES
7 Girl said to have disappeared in virus outbreak (4,3) (BIRD) (FLU)~flew
8 This military soldier could well be poor Carl (7,8) ORDERLY CORPORAL (CORPORAL* = poor Carl)
9 Authoritative setter in charge overwhelmed by a great amount rising (9) {C(ANON)(IC)AL<=}
14 Stinging comment in the Arctic? (3,6)ICY REMARK
17 Atomic elements presented in bizarre depositions without din (8)ISOTOPES
19 Gorky's ___ Mynci: Welsh rock band (7)ZYCOTIC
21 Trendy joint, all but strict (7)HIPSTER
22 Fabric of turned-out headwear in a low key (6)ALPACA
25 Wise men’s conjury is unfinished (4)MAGI

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

[Joshuaceada]

Gridman

Across
1 Within possibility, one is replaced by potato of great worth (8)
5 Cruel brother, upstart, not completing story (6)
9 Madrid native revamps Iran pads (8)
10 Fig variety in Atlanta suburb (6)
12 Man leaves country supporter in civil disorder (4)
13 NYC kerbs up to some renovation by computer nerds (10)
15 True believers don't have them (6)
17 Groom about to enter a West Indies plantation (5)
20 In decline, poor desi’s pocketed lakhier at first (5)
21 State desi's changed to the optimistic view (6)
24 Put Lords' wives ashore: they have tenants to look after (10)
27 Retreat from snooker? (4)
29 Teachers' noises of disapproval about primarily offensive remarks (6)
30 Tired individual is comprehensive (3-2-3)
31 Staggered drunkenly and leered rudely (6)
32 Snap! Soaks back cooking vessels (8)

Down
1 Travellers lose one-time face masks (6)
2 Field fellow to entice (4,2)
3 A footloose royal is of the same sort (4)
4 Look, railway's transporting red truck (5)
6 Gather man is in to plot again (5)
7 Formed crowd to see girl is sitting in gaddi, starting declamation (8)
8 Networking includes one in sailing trip (8)
11 Reportedly picks up perfumes (6)
14 Only advance mentioned (4)
16 Leaps in spring and start of summer (6)
17 Stationery stock in apartments (4)
18 Liars too treated by one who quarantines (8)
19 Produce short sketch by vetting comic scene at last (8)
22 Ring for girl possessing nothing new (6)
23 They go high in the air or down the slope (6)
25 Gross display from muscular gendarme (5)
26 Election Commission almost tardy in applause (5)
28 See six accepting Middlesex blow finally (4)

GRID (https://goo.gl/photos/H4vMhxuzDHipiejc7)

[Russellrvw]

Across
1 Within possibility, one is replaced by potato of great worth (8) V[-i](+ALU)ABLE potato = ALU (Hindi)
5 Cruel brother, upstart, not completing story (6) BR/U/TAL[-e]
9 Madrid native revamps Iran pads (8) SPANIARD*
10 Fig variety in Atlanta suburb (6)
12 Man leaves country supporter in civil disorder (4)
13 NYC kerbs up to some renovation by computer nerds (10) CYBERPUNKS*
15 True believers don't have them (6)
17 Groom about to enter a West Indies plantation (5)
20 In decline, poor desi’s pocketed lakhier at first (5)
21 State desi's changed to the optimistic view (6)
24 Put Lords' wives ashore: they have tenants to look after (10)
27 Retreat from snooker? (4)
29 Teachers' noises of disapproval about primarily offensive remarks (6)
30 Tired individual is comprehensive (3-2-3)
31 Staggered drunkenly and leered rudely (6)
32 Snap! Soaks back cooking vessels (8)

Down
1 Travellers lose one-time face masks (6)
2 Field fellow to entice (4,2)
3 A footloose royal is of the same sort (4)
4 Look, railway's transporting red truck (5)
6 Gather man is in to plot again (5)
7 Formed crowd to see girl is sitting in gaddi, starting declamation (8)
8 Networking includes one in sailing trip (8)
11 Reportedly picks up perfumes (6)
14 Only advance mentioned (4)
16 Leaps in spring and start of summer (6)
17 Stationery stock in apartments (4)
18 Liars too treated by one who quarantines (8)
19 Produce short sketch by vetting comic scene at last (8)
22 Ring for girl possessing nothing new (6)
23 They go high in the air or down the slope (6)
25 Gross display from muscular gendarme (5)
26 Election Commission almost tardy in applause (5)
28 See six accepting Middlesex blow finally (4) (VI)(E)(W)

[Russellbew]

Across
1 Within possibility, one is replaced by potato of great worth (8) V[-i](+ALU)ABLE potato = ALU (Hindi)
5 Cruel brother, upstart, not completing story (6) BR/U/TAL[-e]
9 Madrid native revamps Iran pads (8) SPANIARD*
10 Fig variety in Atlanta suburb (6)
12 Man leaves country supporter in civil disorder (4)
13 NYC kerbs up to some renovation by computer nerds (10) CYBERPUNKS*
15 True believers don't have them (6)
17 Groom about to enter a West Indies plantation (5)
20 In decline, poor desi’s pocketed lakhier at first (5) SLIDE
21 State desi's changed to the optimistic view (6)
24 Put Lords' wives ashore: they have tenants to look after (10)
27 Retreat from snooker? (4)
29 Teachers' noises of disapproval about primarily offensive remarks (6)
30 Tired individual is comprehensive (3-2-3)
31 Staggered drunkenly and leered rudely (6)
32 Snap! Soaks back cooking vessels (8) STEWPANS

Down
1 Travellers lose one-time face masks (6) VISORS
2 Field fellow to entice (4,2)
3 A footloose royal is of the same sort (4)
4 Look, railway's transporting red truck (5) LORRY
6 Gather man is in to plot again (5)
7 Formed crowd to see girl is sitting in gaddi, starting declamation (8)
8 Networking includes one in sailing trip (8)
11 Reportedly picks up perfumes (6)
14 Only advance mentioned (4)
16 Leaps in spring and start of summer (6)
17 Stationery stock in apartments (4)
18 Liars too treated by one who quarantines (8)
19 Produce short sketch by vetting comic scene at last (8)
22 Ring for girl possessing nothing new (6)
23 They go high in the air or down the slope (6)
25 Gross display from muscular gendarme (5) LARGE
26 Election Commission almost tardy in applause (5)
28 See six accepting Middlesex blow finally (4) (VI)(E)(W)

[deepakgita]

Across
1 Within possibility, one is replaced by potato of great worth (8) V[-i](+ALU)ABLE potato = ALU (Hindi)
5 Cruel brother, upstart, not completing story (6) BR/U/TAL[-e]
9 Madrid native revamps Iran pads (8) SPANIARD*
10 Fig variety in Atlanta suburb (6) SMYRNA
12 Man leaves country supporter in civil disorder (4) RIOT
13 NYC kerbs up to some renovation by computer nerds (10) CYBERPUNKS*
15 True believers don't have them (6) DOUBTS
17 Groom about to enter a West Indies plantation (5) PREEN
20 In decline, poor desi’s pocketed lakhier at first (5) SLIDE
21 State desi's changed to the optimistic view (6) UPSIDE
24 Put Lords' wives ashore: they have tenants to look after (10)
27 Retreat from snooker? (4)
29 Teachers' noises of disapproval about primarily offensive remarks (6)
30 Tired individual is comprehensive (3-2-3)
31 Staggered drunkenly and leered rudely (6)
32 Snap! Soaks back cooking vessels (8) STEWPANS

Down
1 Travellers lose one-time face masks (6) VISAGE
2 Field fellow to entice (4,2)
3 A footloose royal is of the same sort (4)
4 Look, railway's transporting red truck (5) LORRY
6 Gather man is in to plot again (5)
7 Formed crowd to see girl is sitting in gaddi, starting declamation (8)
8 Networking includes one in sailing trip (8)
11 Reportedly picks up perfumes (6)
14 Only advance mentioned (4)
16 Leaps in spring and start of summer (6)
17 Stationery stock in apartments (4)
18 Liars too treated by one who quarantines (8)
19 Produce short sketch by vetting comic scene at last (8)
22 Ring for girl possessing nothing new (6)
23 They go high in the air or down the slope (6)
25 Gross display from muscular gendarme (5) LARGE
26 Election Commission almost tardy in applause (5)
28 See six accepting Middlesex blow finally (4) (VI)(E)(W)

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
1 Within possibility, one is replaced by potato of great worth (8) V[-i](+ALU)ABLE potato = ALU (Hindi)
5 Cruel brother, upstart, not completing story (6) BR/U/TAL[-e]
9 Madrid native revamps Iran pads (8) SPANIARD*
10 Fig variety in Atlanta suburb (6) SMYRNA
12 Man leaves country supporter in civil disorder (4) RIOT
13 NYC kerbs up to some renovation by computer nerds (10) CYBERPUNKS*
15 True believers don't have them (6) DOUBTS
17 Groom about to enter a West Indies plantation (5) PREEN
20 In decline, poor desi’s pocketed lakhier at first (5) SLIDE
21 State desi's changed to the optimistic view (6) UPSIDE
24 Put Lords' wives ashore: they have tenants to look after (10)LANDLADIES
27 Retreat from snooker? (4)NOOK
29 Teachers' noises of disapproval about primarily offensive remarks (6)TUTORS
30 Tired individual is comprehensive (3-2-3)ALL-IN-ONE
31 Staggered drunkenly and leered rudely (6)REELED
32 Snap! Soaks back cooking vessels (8) STEWPANS

Down
1 Travellers lose one-time face masks (6) VISAGE
2 Field fellow to entice (4,2)
3 A footloose royal is of the same sort (4)
4 Look, railway's transporting red truck (5) LORRY
6 Gather man is in to plot again (5)
7 Formed crowd to see girl is sitting in gaddi, starting declamation (8)
8 Networking includes one in sailing trip (8)
11 Reportedly picks up perfumes (6)
14 Only advance mentioned (4)
16 Leaps in spring and start of summer (6)
17 Stationery stock in apartments (4)
18 Liars too treated by one who quarantines (8)
19 Produce short sketch by vetting comic scene at last (8)
22 Ring for girl possessing nothing new (6)
23 They go high in the air or down the slope (6)
25 Gross display from muscular gendarme (5) LARGE
26 Election Commission almost tardy in applause (5)
28 See six accepting Middlesex blow finally (4) (VI)(E)(W)