THC-crossword thread-7; 5 answers PP till 4 pm IST

[deepakgita]

Grid at http://www.thehindu.com/todays-paper/tp-miscellaneous/the-hindu-crossword-11606/article8137036.ece

[pavalamani pragasam]

Grid at http://www.thehindu.com/todays-paper/tp-miscellaneous/the-hindu-crossword-11606/article8137036.ece

Going to Chennai in 2 days where I get the hard copy. But for all dear visitors to the thread the link to the grid will always be helpful. Thanks, Colonel!

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
1 Some teachers be lecturesome about famous people (6)
4 Northern state gets a reduction — that's a blow! (8)
9 Caught entering playfully — Judge ruled out a crime (6) IN[-j](+C)EST
10 Last hurrah from a graceful bird? (4,4)SWAN SONG
12 Tooth biting in sleep when it is freezing outside (8)
13 An alto could be jarring (6)ATONAL
15 A crow heading out from a small stream (4) [-b]ROOK
16 Condition I see a lot is dwarfism (10)
19 Woollen fabrics wrinkled in some regular creases (10)
20 Reject ingredients of medical drug (4)ACID
23 God provided your first branch (6) (RAM)(IF)(Y)
25 No upper-class Incas settled here? (8)
27 Hardly a font applicable to certification (8)
28 Having false statements on bachelor's, they don't deserve to be looked at (6)UGLIES
29 Placed golf ball around tree, swung and moved unsteadily (8)
30 Resolute support that's outwardly cunning (6)STEELY

Down
1 Cheerful carpenter, possibly (7) CHIPPER [2]
2 Promiscuous hero seduced by crafty clues (9) LECHEROUS*
3 For two times, betray a religious leader (6)
5 Uncle would take that puppet (4)
6 One could be involved in intense workout (8)
7 Head of country, Queen to possess this? (5)CROWN
8 Switches to somewhat minor bolting horse (7)
11 Strongholds of religious sects supporting Left (7)CASTLES
14 Navy is rather depressed (7)
17 Let go of rule when facing coldness after a lot of axe (9)
18 Defence to show off influence (3,5)
19 Military officer seizes yellow bag and small 7 Dn. (7)
21 Extremely deadly and foul family (7)
22 Honourable man emerging from dark times, say (6)
24 Leading milliner puts it on 3 Dn.? (5)
26 Friend, the game ends here! (4)

[deepakgita]

Across
1 Some teachers be lecturesome about famous people (6) CELEBS
4 Northern state gets a reduction — that's a blow! (8) UPPERCUT
9 Caught entering playfully — Judge ruled out a crime (6) IN[-j](+C)EST
10 Last hurrah from a graceful bird? (4,4)SWAN SONG
12 Tooth biting in sleep when it is freezing outside (8) PREMOLAR
13 An alto could be jarring (6)ATONAL
15 A crow heading out from a small stream (4) [-b]ROOK
16 Condition I see a lot is dwarfism (10) ATELEIOSIS
19 Woollen fabrics wrinkled in some regular creases (10) CASSIMERES
20 Reject ingredients of medical drug (4)ACID
23 God provided your first branch (6) (RAM)(IF)(Y)
25 No upper-class Incas settled here? (8)
27 Hardly a font applicable to certification (8)
28 Having false statements on bachelor's, they don't deserve to be looked at (6)UGLIES
29 Placed golf ball around tree, swung and moved unsteadily (8)
30 Resolute support that's outwardly cunning (6)STEELY

Down
1 Cheerful carpenter, possibly (7) CHIPPER [2]
2 Promiscuous hero seduced by crafty clues (9) LECHEROUS*
3 For two times, betray a religious leader (6)
5 Uncle would take that puppet (4)
6 One could be involved in intense workout (8)
7 Head of country, Queen to possess this? (5)CROWN
8 Switches to somewhat minor bolting horse (7)
11 Strongholds of religious sects supporting Left (7)CASTLES
14 Navy is rather depressed (7)
17 Let go of rule when facing coldness after a lot of axe (9)
18 Defence to show off influence (3,5)
19 Military officer seizes yellow bag and small 7 Dn. (7)
21 Extremely deadly and foul family (7)
22 Honourable man emerging from dark times, say (6)
24 Leading milliner puts it on 3 Dn.? (5)
26 Friend, the game ends here! (4)

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
1 Some teachers be lecturesome about famous people (6) CELEBS
4 Northern state gets a reduction — that's a blow! (8) UPPERCUT
9 Caught entering playfully — Judge ruled out a crime (6) IN[-j](+C)EST
10 Last hurrah from a graceful bird? (4,4)SWAN SONG
12 Tooth biting in sleep when it is freezing outside (8) PREMOLAR
13 An alto could be jarring (6)ATONAL
15 A crow heading out from a small stream (4) [-b]ROOK
16 Condition I see a lot is dwarfism (10) ATELEIOSIS
19 Woollen fabrics wrinkled in some regular creases (10) CASSIMERES
20 Reject ingredients of medical drug (4)ACID
23 God provided your first branch (6) (RAM)(IF)(Y)
25 No upper-class Incas settled here? (8)ASUNCION
27 Hardly a font applicable to certification (8)NOTARIAL
28 Having false statements on bachelor's, they don't deserve to be looked at (6)UGLIES
29 Placed golf ball around tree, swung and moved unsteadily (8)TEETERED
30 Resolute support that's outwardly cunning (6)STEELY

Down
1 Cheerful carpenter, possibly (7) CHIPPER [2]
2 Promiscuous hero seduced by crafty clues (9) LECHEROUS*
3 For two times, betray a religious leader (6)BISHOP
5 Uncle would take that puppet (4)PAWN
6 One could be involved in intense workout (8)EINSTEIN
7 Head of country, Queen to possess this? (5)CROWN
8 Switches to somewhat minor bolting horse (7)TOGGLES
11 Strongholds of religious sects supporting Left (7)CASTLES
14 Navy is rather depressed (7)BLUEISH
17 Let go of rule when facing coldness after a lot of axe (9)SACRIFICE
18 Defence to show off influence (3,5)AIR FORCE
19 Military officer seizes yellow bag and small 7 Dn. (7)CORONET
21 Extremely deadly and foul family (7)DYNASTY
22 Honourable man emerging from dark times, say (6)KNIGHT
24 Leading milliner puts it on 3 Dn.? (5)MITRE
26 Friend, the game ends here! (4)MATE

:clap::clap::clap: A nice game of chess!

[Joshuaceada]

Incognito

Across
8 Insect initially found next to meadow (4)
9 Colour of Adam’s ale held by naval warrior (10)
10 Levy charged by a French king after a month (6)
11,28 Meteor frequently seen in cowboy movies (8,4)
12,18 Better neckwear may result due to CBMs (8,4)
14 Eccentric in-charge leaves and makes a list of errors (6)
16 Special weapons and tactics are initially used in Pakistani valley (4)
17 Faith displayed by ten losing second direction and ten returning subsequently (5)
19 Drink stored in bar racks (6)
21 Ejaculates, “Old demands!” (8)
23 Mutilated visage of the common crossword criminal (8)
26 Threatening words usually giving unmentioned dire alternative (2,4)
27 Fruit consumed with love (10)

Down
1 People look up to this to find out the time (5,5)
2 Accomplish and take away (5,3)
3 Seaman's grading (6)
4 Things like this that learner left may be found on billiard tables (4)
5 Powerless person makes claim of being powerful (8)
6 Hole in the ground made right after the wooden box (6)
7 In short, an unknown author will be seen soon (4)
13 How far a gun can fire in the mountains (5)
15 Another most attractive appliance contains a temperature controller (10)
17 What a violinist may do at the beginning and at the end of his performance? (4,1,3)
18 Go over retrograde art and poetry (8)
20 This clue is not that type of a clue (6)
22 Strangler’s jewellery (6)
24 Cold headgear’s converse (4)
25 Dame bustled and excitedly made cheese (4)

GRID (http://www.thehindu.com/todays-paper/tp-miscellaneous/the-hindu-crossword-11440/article7389104.ece)

[Russellrvw]

Across
8 Insect initially found next to meadow (4) F/LEA
9 Colour of Adam’s ale held by naval warrior (10) (AQUA)(MARINE)
10 Levy charged by a French king after a month (6) (OCT)(ROI)
11,28 Meteor frequently seen in cowboy movies (8,4) SHOOTING STAR (CD)
12,18 Better neckwear may result due to CBMs (8,4) (STRONGER) (TIES)
14 Eccentric in-charge leaves and makes a list of errors (6)
16 Special weapons and tactics are initially used in Pakistani valley (4)
17 Faith displayed by ten losing second direction and ten returning subsequently (5)
19 Drink stored in bar racks (6)
21 Ejaculates, “Old demands!” (8)
23 Mutilated visage of the common crossword criminal (8)
26 Threatening words usually giving unmentioned dire alternative (2,4)
27 Fruit consumed with love (10)

Down
1 People look up to this to find out the time (5,5)
2 Accomplish and take away (5,3)
3 Seaman's grading (6)
4 Things like this that learner left may be found on billiard tables (4)
5 Powerless person makes claim of being powerful (8)
6 Hole in the ground made right after the wooden box (6)
7 In short, an unknown author will be seen soon (4)
13 How far a gun can fire in the mountains (5)
15 Another most attractive appliance contains a temperature controller (10)
17 What a violinist may do at the beginning and at the end of his performance? (4,1,3)
18 Go over retrograde art and poetry (8)
20 This clue is not that type of a clue (6)
22 Strangler’s jewellery (6)
24 Cold headgear’s converse (4)
25 Dame bustled and excitedly made cheese (4)

[Russellbew]

Across
8 Insect initially found next to meadow (4) F/LEA
9 Colour of Adam’s ale held by naval warrior (10) (AQUA)(MARINE)
10 Levy charged by a French king after a month (6) (OCT)(ROI)
11,28 Meteor frequently seen in cowboy movies (8,4) SHOOTING STAR (CD)
12,18 Better neckwear may result due to CBMs (8,4) (STRONGER) (TIES)
14 Eccentric in-charge leaves and makes a list of errors (6)
16 Special weapons and tactics are initially used in Pakistani valley (4) SWAT
17 Faith displayed by ten losing second direction and ten returning subsequently (5)
19 Drink stored in bar racks (6) ARRACK
21 Ejaculates, “Old demands!” (8)
23 Mutilated visage of the common crossword criminal (8)
26 Threatening words usually giving unmentioned dire alternative (2,4)
27 Fruit consumed with love (10)

Down
1 People look up to this to find out the time (5,5)
2 Accomplish and take away (5,3)
3 Seaman's grading (6)
4 Things like this that learner left may be found on billiard tables (4)
5 Powerless person makes claim of being powerful (8)
6 Hole in the ground made right after the wooden box (6)
7 In short, an unknown author will be seen soon (4)
13 How far a gun can fire in the mountains (5)
15 Another most attractive appliance contains a temperature controller (10)
17 What a violinist may do at the beginning and at the end of his performance? (4,1,3) TAKE A BOW
18 Go over retrograde art and poetry (8)
20 This clue is not that type of a clue (6)
22 Strangler’s jewellery (6)
24 Cold headgear’s converse (4) CHAT
25 Dame bustled and excitedly made cheese (4) EDAM

[deepakgita]

Across
8 Insect initially found next to meadow (4) F/LEA
9 Colour of Adam’s ale held by naval warrior (10) (AQUA)(MARINE)
10 Levy charged by a French king after a month (6) (OCT)(ROI)
11,28 Meteor frequently seen in cowboy movies (8,4) SHOOTING STAR (CD)
12,18 Better neckwear may result due to CBMs (8,4) (STRONGER) (TIES)
14 Eccentric in-charge leaves and makes a list of errors (6) ERRATA
16 Special weapons and tactics are initially used in Pakistani valley (4) SWAT
17 Faith displayed by ten losing second direction and ten returning subsequently (5) TENET
19 Drink stored in bar racks (6) ARRACK
21 Ejaculates, “Old demands!” (8) EXCLAIMS
23 Mutilated visage of the common crossword criminal (8) SCARFACE
26 Threatening words usually giving unmentioned dire alternative (2,4) OR ELSE
27 Fruit consumed with love (10)

Down
1 People look up to this to find out the time (5,5)
2 Accomplish and take away (5,3)
3 Seaman's grading (6)
4 Things like this that learner left may be found on billiard tables (4)
5 Powerless person makes claim of being powerful (8)
6 Hole in the ground made right after the wooden box (6)
7 In short, an unknown author will be seen soon (4)
13 How far a gun can fire in the mountains (5)
15 Another most attractive appliance contains a temperature controller (10)
17 What a violinist may do at the beginning and at the end of his performance? (4,1,3) TAKE A BOW
18 Go over retrograde art and poetry (8)
20 This clue is not that type of a clue (6)
22 Strangler’s jewellery (6)
24 Cold headgear’s converse (4) CHAT
25 Dame bustled and excitedly made cheese (4) EDAM

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
8 Insect initially found next to meadow (4) F/LEA
9 Colour of Adam’s ale held by naval warrior (10) (AQUA)(MARINE)
10 Levy charged by a French king after a month (6) (OCT)(ROI)
11,28 Meteor frequently seen in cowboy movies (8,4) SHOOTING STAR (CD)
12,18 Better neckwear may result due to CBMs (8,4) (STRONGER) (TIES)
14 Eccentric in-charge leaves and makes a list of errors (6) ERRATA
16 Special weapons and tactics are initially used in Pakistani valley (4) SWAT
17 Faith displayed by ten losing second direction and ten returning subsequently (5) TENET
19 Drink stored in bar racks (6) ARRACK
21 Ejaculates, “Old demands!” (8) EXCLAIMS
23 Mutilated visage of the common crossword criminal (8) SCARFACE
26 Threatening words usually giving unmentioned dire alternative (2,4) OR ELSE
27 Fruit consumed with love (10)

Down
1 People look up to this to find out the time (5,5)CLOCK TOWER
2 Accomplish and take away (5,3)CARRY OUT
3 Seaman's grading (6)RATING
4 Things like this that learner left may be found on billiard tables (4)CUES
5 Powerless person makes claim of being powerful (8)
6 Hole in the ground made right after the wooden box (6)CRATER
7 In short, an unknown author will be seen soon (4)
13 How far a gun can fire in the mountains (5)
15 Another most attractive appliance contains a temperature controller (10)
17 What a violinist may do at the beginning and at the end of his performance? (4,1,3) TAKE A BOW
18 Go over retrograde art and poetry (8)
20 This clue is not that type of a clue (6)
22 Strangler’s jewellery (6)
24 Cold headgear’s converse (4) CHAT
25 Dame bustled and excitedly made cheese (4) EDAM

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
8 Insect initially found next to meadow (4) F/LEA
9 Colour of Adam’s ale held by naval warrior (10) (AQUA)(MARINE)
10 Levy charged by a French king after a month (6) (OCT)(ROI)
11,28 Meteor frequently seen in cowboy movies (8,4) SHOOTING STAR (CD)
12,18 Better neckwear may result due to CBMs (8,4) (STRONGER) (TIES)
14 Eccentric in-charge leaves and makes a list of errors (6) ERRATA
16 Special weapons and tactics are initially used in Pakistani valley (4) SWAT
17 Faith displayed by ten losing second direction and ten returning subsequently (5) TENET
19 Drink stored in bar racks (6) ARRACK
21 Ejaculates, “Old demands!” (8) EXCLAIMS
23 Mutilated visage of the common crossword criminal (8) SCARFACE
26 Threatening words usually giving unmentioned dire alternative (2,4) OR ELSE
27 Fruit consumed with love (10)PASSIONATE

Down
1 People look up to this to find out the time (5,5)CLOCK TOWER
2 Accomplish and take away (5,3)CARRY OUT
3 Seaman's grading (6)RATING
4 Things like this that learner left may be found on billiard tables (4)CUES
5 Powerless person makes claim of being powerful (8)IMPOTENT
6 Hole in the ground made right after the wooden box (6)CRATER
7 In short, an unknown author will be seen soon (4)ANON
13 How far a gun can fire in the mountains (5)RANGE
15 Another most attractive appliance contains a temperature controller (10)THERMOSTAT
17 What a violinist may do at the beginning and at the end of his performance? (4,1,3) TAKE A BOW
18 Go over retrograde art and poetry (8)TRAVERSE
20 This clue is not that type of a clue (6)ACROSS
22 Strangler’s jewellery (6)CHOKER
24 Cold headgear’s converse (4) CHAT
25 Dame bustled and excitedly made cheese (4) EDAM

:clap::clap::clap: Excellent!

[Joshuaceada]

Incognito

Note: Starred clues have no definitions but share a common theme.
Across
8 Japanese container found in the middle of main road (4)
9 Old Mexican from Arizona’s next to Lawrence and Charlie (5)
10 First, tightly embrace a criminal (4)
11* That woman's after a soldier (6)
12* First Indian cry (8)
13 Kiss large copper after time (8)
15 Create electrically charged particles using material from onion? Is expensive! (6)
17 Pans used for frying eight legged creatures (7)
19 A six-footer on my back? Just the opposite (7)
22 Holds hundred and fifty snakes (6)
24 Handicapped devil broadcasted (8)
26 Had a second look at scene through mouthpiece of 32 (8)
28* Return sauce around first (6)
30 Rush past menagerie mortuary initially (4)
31* Eggs are placed on a line (5)
32 Boer is endlessly after round instrument (4)

Down
1 A 'no' in French can mean quite soon (4)
2 Baffle and persecute a dog (8)
3 Student renders song around the end of Lent as an adoration of the Holy Trinity (6)
4 I ran after Saint suffocated (7)
5 “Old maid, kill in Mumbai suburb!” (8)
6* Soldiers follow some terrorist attackers initially (6)
7 Run excitedly after model and gyrate (4)
14* Leaps around (5)
16* Found in nasty legends (5)
18 Got up in front of forest tree (8)
20 Miss Ono excitedly hugged setter by oversight (8)
21 One of those grains that one might sow in the heat of youth (4,3)
23* Mother chases soldier retreating on street (6)
25 Father has a yen for fruit (6)
27 Cupid's present at the tail of a rhinoceros (4)

http://www.thehindu.com/todays-paper/tp-miscellaneous/the-hindu-crossword-11553/article7891418.ece

[Russellfhc]

Note: Starred clues have no definitions but share a common theme.
Across
8 Japanese container found in the middle of main road (4)
9 Old Mexican from Arizona’s next to Lawrence and Charlie (5)
10 First, tightly embrace a criminal (4)
11* That woman's after a soldier (6)
12* First Indian cry (8)
13 Kiss large copper after time (8)
15 Create electrically charged particles using material from onion? Is expensive! (6)
17 Pans used for frying eight legged creatures (7)
19 A six-footer on my back? Just the opposite (7)
22 Holds hundred and fifty snakes (6)
24 Handicapped devil broadcasted (8) IMP AIRED
26 Had a second look at scene through mouthpiece of 32 (8)
28* Return sauce around first (6)
30 Rush past menagerie mortuary initially (4)
31* Eggs are placed on a line (5)OVA RY
32 Boer is endlessly after round instrument (4) O BOE(-r)

Down
1 A 'no' in French can mean quite soon (4)
2 Baffle and persecute a dog (8)
3 Student renders song around the end of Lent as an adoration of the Holy Trinity (6)
4 I ran after Saint suffocated (7)
5 “Old maid, kill in Mumbai suburb!” (8)
6* Soldiers follow some terrorist attackers initially (6)
7 Run excitedly after model and gyrate (4)
14* Leaps around (5)
16* Found in nasty legends (5)
18 Got up in front of forest tree (8)
20 Miss Ono excitedly hugged setter by oversight (8)
21 One of those grains that one might sow in the heat of youth (4,3)WILD OAT
23* Mother chases soldier retreating on street (6)
25 Father has a yen for fruit (6) PAP(A Y)A
27 Cupid's present at the tail of a rhinoceros (4)

[Russellrvw]

Note: Starred clues have no definitions but share a common theme.
Across
8 Japanese container found in the middle of main road (4)
9 Old Mexican from Arizona’s next to Lawrence and Charlie (5)
10 First, tightly embrace a criminal (4)
11* That woman's after a soldier (6) (ANT)(HER)
12* First Indian cry (8)
13 Kiss large copper after time (8)
15 Create electrically charged particles using material from onion? Is expensive! (6)
17 Pans used for frying eight legged creatures (7)
19 A six-footer on my back? Just the opposite (7)
22 Holds hundred and fifty snakes (6)
24 Handicapped devil broadcasted (8) IMP AIRED
26 Had a second look at scene through mouthpiece of 32 (8)
28* Return sauce around first (6) P(IST)IL <=
30 Rush past menagerie mortuary initially (4)
31* Eggs are placed on a line (5)OVA RY
32 Boer is endlessly after round instrument (4) O BOE(-r)

Down
1 A 'no' in French can mean quite soon (4)
2 Baffle and persecute a dog (8)
3 Student renders song around the end of Lent as an adoration of the Holy Trinity (6)
4 I ran after Saint suffocated (7)
5 “Old maid, kill in Mumbai suburb!” (8)
6* Soldiers follow some terrorist attackers initially (6) (STA)(MEN)
7 Run excitedly after model and gyrate (4)
14* Leaps around (5)
16* Found in nasty legends (5) STYLE (T)
18 Got up in front of forest tree (8)
20 Miss Ono excitedly hugged setter by oversight (8)
21 One of those grains that one might sow in the heat of youth (4,3)WILD OAT
23* Mother chases soldier retreating on street (6)(ST)(IG)(MA)
25 Father has a yen for fruit (6) PAP(A Y)A
27 Cupid's present at the tail of a rhinoceros (4)

[Russellbew]

Note: Starred clues have no definitions but share a common theme.
Across
8 Japanese container found in the middle of main road (4)
9 Old Mexican from Arizona’s next to Lawrence and Charlie (5)
10 First, tightly embrace a criminal (4)
11* That woman's after a soldier (6) (ANT)(HER)
12* First Indian cry (8)
13 Kiss large copper after time (8)
15 Create electrically charged particles using material from onion? Is expensive! (6)
17 Pans used for frying eight legged creatures (7)
19 A six-footer on my back? Just the opposite (7)
22 Holds hundred and fifty snakes (6)
24 Handicapped devil broadcasted (8) IMP AIRED
26 Had a second look at scene through mouthpiece of 32 (8)
28* Return sauce around first (6) P(IST)IL <=
30 Rush past menagerie mortuary initially (4)
31* Eggs are placed on a line (5)OVA RY
32 Boer is endlessly after round instrument (4) O BOE(-r)

Down
1 A 'no' in French can mean quite soon (4)
2 Baffle and persecute a dog (8)
3 Student renders song around the end of Lent as an adoration of the Holy Trinity (6)
4 I ran after Saint suffocated (7)STIFLED
5 “Old maid, kill in Mumbai suburb!” (8)
6* Soldiers follow some terrorist attackers initially (6) (STA)(MEN)
7 Run excitedly after model and gyrate (4)
14* Leaps around (5)SEPAL
16* Found in nasty legends (5) STYLE (T)
18 Got up in front of forest tree (8)ROSEWOOD
20 Miss Ono excitedly hugged setter by oversight (8)OMISSION
21 One of those grains that one might sow in the heat of youth (4,3)WILD OAT
23* Mother chases soldier retreating on street (6)(ST)(IG)(MA)
25 Father has a yen for fruit (6) PAP(A Y)A
27 Cupid's present at the tail of a rhinoceros (4) EROS

[deepakgita]

Across
1 Complete nonsense about sports car’s gentle pace (7) DOGTROT
5 Tasteless material was first dealt with (7) TACKLED
9 Self-control in contest with old firm (9) COMPOSURE
10 Reward bishop with responsibility (5) BONUS
11 Held in contempt, yob is vacant (5) EMPTY
12 Part that must be played, being ordered to boil bag (9)
13 Science lab is terribly hard to reach (12)
17 Turning bad in cup, a yellowish-brown soup (12)
20 Committee in favour of keeping nothing built badly (9)
21 Try to follow noise leading to wild dog (5)
22 Layabout unusually riled (5)
23 Devout learner, one in area mostly connected with America (9)
24 Refusal to join inspector in raincoat, wandering (7)
25 Gives up in seconds, breaking rules (7)


Down
1 Feeble law endlessly hollow (8)
2 Note, accepted by willing pawn, new strategy (4,4)
3 Wide unknown upland area to the north (5)
4 Contemptible person in broadcast cut out real artist (8-7)
5 Problem, part resolved, involving heather and tree (9,6)
6 Sailor in cold port hired car (9)
7 Straight part of tunnel in earth (6)
8 Awkward situation after editor upset dictator (6)
14 Edges of canal said to be untidy (9)
15 Child beset by worries getting up for last performance (8)
16 Singular arrangement of posy in small sketch (8)
18 Alternative procedure with oxygen in container (6)
19 All so excited before start of main race (6)
21 Depth for example in the role of artist (5)


http://www.thehindu.com/features/magazine/the-sunday-crossword/article8285935.ece

[Russellbew]

Across
1 Complete nonsense about sports car’s gentle pace (7) DOGTROT
5 Tasteless material was first dealt with (7) TACKLED
9 Self-control in contest with old firm (9) COMPOSURE
10 Reward bishop with responsibility (5) BONUS
11 Held in contempt, yob is vacant (5) EMPTY
12 Part that must be played, being ordered to boil bag (9) OBBLIGATO
13 Science lab is terribly hard to reach (12)INACCESSIBLE
17 Turning bad in cup, a yellowish-brown soup (12)
20 Committee in favour of keeping nothing built badly (9)POLITBURO
21 Try to follow noise leading to wild dog (5)
22 Layabout unusually riled (5)IDLER
23 Devout learner, one in area mostly connected with America (9)
24 Refusal to join inspector in raincoat, wandering (7)NOMADIC
25 Gives up in seconds, breaking rules (7)


Down
1 Feeble law endlessly hollow (8)
2 Note, accepted by willing pawn, new strategy (4,4)
3 Wide unknown upland area to the north (5)
4 Contemptible person in broadcast cut out real artist (8-7)
5 Problem, part resolved, involving heather and tree (9,6)
6 Sailor in cold port hired car (9)
7 Straight part of tunnel in earth (6)
8 Awkward situation after editor upset dictator (6)
14 Edges of canal said to be untidy (9)
15 Child beset by worries getting up for last performance (8)
16 Singular arrangement of posy in small sketch (8)
18 Alternative procedure with oxygen in container (6)
19 All so excited before start of main race (6)
21 Depth for example in the role of artist (5)

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
1 Complete nonsense about sports car’s gentle pace (7) DOGTROT
5 Tasteless material was first dealt with (7) TACKLED
9 Self-control in contest with old firm (9) COMPOSURE
10 Reward bishop with responsibility (5) BONUS
11 Held in contempt, yob is vacant (5) EMPTY
12 Part that must be played, being ordered to boil bag (9) OBBLIGATO
13 Science lab is terribly hard to reach (12)INACCESSIBLE
17 Turning bad in cup, a yellowish-brown soup (12)MALLIGATAWNY
20 Committee in favour of keeping nothing built badly (9)POLITBURO
21 Try to follow noise leading to wild dog (5)DINGO
22 Layabout unusually riled (5)IDLER
23 Devout learner, one in area mostly connected with America (9)RELIGIOUS
24 Refusal to join inspector in raincoat, wandering (7)NOMADIC
25 Gives up in seconds, breaking rules (7)RESIGNS


Down
1 Feeble law endlessly hollow (8)DECREPIT
2 Note, accepted by willing pawn, new strategy (4,4)GAME PLAN
3 Wide unknown upland area to the north (5)ROOMY
4 Contemptible person in broadcast cut out real artist (8-7)TOULOSE-LAUTREC
5 Problem, part resolved, involving heather and tree (9,6)TREMBLING POPLAR
6 Sailor in cold port hired car (9)GABRIOLET
7 Straight part of tunnel in earth (6)LINEAR
8 Awkward situation after editor upset dictator (6)DESPOT
14 Edges of canal said to be untidy (9)CLUTTERED
15 Child beset by worries getting up for last performance (8)SWANSONG
16 Singular arrangement of posy in small sketch (8)SYNOPSIS
18 Alternative procedure with oxygen in container (6)OPTION
19 All so excited before start of main race (6)SLALOM
21 Depth for example in the role of artist (5)DEGAS

:clap::clap::clap: Good!

[Joshuaceada]

Lightning

Across
1 Inclination to write and say Om (8)
5 Place where fishes learn to form a group? (6)
9 Arrange team trip for less than the customary duration (4-4)
10 War finally moved former US president to depression (6)
12 Liquid assets to cover Rupee’s fall (5)
13 Strip detective inspector’s responsibility (9)
14 Trimming selection of generic racquets (6)
16 For the most part, growing small fruits (7)
19 Passed through dock last month on the way back (7)
21 Have a look at a bird (6)
23 Spend life primarily restoring our magnificence (9)
25 Nearly neglected yield (5)
26 Computer manufacturer at the middle of testing plug-in (6)
27 Damage platform outside a branch office (8)
28 Put up with final period in office (second half only) (6)
29 Intrepid sales force oddly disorganised (8)

Down
1 Father disheartened clergy, office of the pope (6)
2 Arrive at noon in order to make a statement (9)
3 Hour-long stoppage (5)
4 Unsettled leader gets irritated with Cuba (7)
6 Air cannot set right flower (9)
7 Heads of opera combine to examine talent of group of eight (5)
8 Tip of big ship, tip of airplane (8)
11 Despots are sheltering despot (4)
15 Storyteller that mostly recounts a funny record primarily (9)
17 Drunkard, intoxicated to begin with, mixing tea with brine (9)
18 Disciple the French dismissed had become renegade (8)
20 Dire fate of doctor returning after work (4)
21 Trash rim of bus in parking structure (7)
22 Drives an influential person nuts in the end (6)
24 Fat in a body part is dangerous for starters (5)
25 Ceiling raised to accommodate large storey (5)

http://www.thehindu.com/todays-paper/tp-miscellaneous/the-hindu-crossword-11610/article8160060.ece

[deepakgita]

Across
1 Inclination to write and say Om (8) PENCHANT
5 Place where fishes learn to form a group? (6) SCHOOL
9 Arrange team trip for less than the customary duration (4-4) PART-TIME
10 War finally moved former US president to depression (6) CRATER
12 Liquid assets to cover Rupee’s fall (5) CRASH
13 Strip detective inspector’s responsibility (9)
14 Trimming selection of generic racquets (6)
16 For the most part, growing small fruits (7)
19 Passed through dock last month on the way back (7)
21 Have a look at a bird (6)
23 Spend life primarily restoring our magnificence (9)
25 Nearly neglected yield (5)
26 Computer manufacturer at the middle of testing plug-in (6)
27 Damage platform outside a branch office (8)
28 Put up with final period in office (second half only) (6)
29 Intrepid sales force oddly disorganised (8)

Down
1 Father disheartened clergy, office of the pope (6)
2 Arrive at noon in order to make a statement (9)
3 Hour-long stoppage (5)
4 Unsettled leader gets irritated with Cuba (7)
6 Air cannot set right flower (9)
7 Heads of opera combine to examine talent of group of eight (5)
8 Tip of big ship, tip of airplane (8)
11 Despots are sheltering despot (4)
15 Storyteller that mostly recounts a funny record primarily (9)
17 Drunkard, intoxicated to begin with, mixing tea with brine (9)
18 Disciple the French dismissed had become renegade (8)
20 Dire fate of doctor returning after work (4)
21 Trash rim of bus in parking structure (7)
22 Drives an influential person nuts in the end (6)
24 Fat in a body part is dangerous for starters (5)
25 Ceiling raised to accommodate large storey (5)

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
1 Inclination to write and say Om (8) PENCHANT
5 Place where fishes learn to form a group? (6) SCHOOL
9 Arrange team trip for less than the customary duration (4-4) PART-TIME
10 War finally moved former US president to depression (6) CRATER
12 Liquid assets to cover Rupee’s fall (5) CRASH
13 Strip detective inspector’s responsibility (9)
14 Trimming selection of generic racquets (6)
16 For the most part, growing small fruits (7)RAISING
19 Passed through dock last month on the way back (7)
21 Have a look at a bird (6)
23 Spend life primarily restoring our magnificence (9)
25 Nearly neglected yield (5)
26 Computer manufacturer at the middle of testing plug-in (6)
27 Damage platform outside a branch office (8)
28 Put up with final period in office (second half only) (6)
29 Intrepid sales force oddly disorganised (8)

Down
1 Father disheartened clergy, office of the pope (6)PAPACY
2 Arrive at noon in order to make a statement (9)
3 Hour-long stoppage (5)
4 Unsettled leader gets irritated with Cuba (7)
6 Air cannot set right flower (9)CARNATION
7 Heads of opera combine to examine talent of group of eight (5)OCTET
8 Tip of big ship, tip of airplane (8)
11 Despots are sheltering despot (4)TSAR
15 Storyteller that mostly recounts a funny record primarily (9)
17 Drunkard, intoxicated to begin with, mixing tea with brine (9)
18 Disciple the French dismissed had become renegade (8)
20 Dire fate of doctor returning after work (4)
21 Trash rim of bus in parking structure (7)
22 Drives an influential person nuts in the end (6)
24 Fat in a body part is dangerous for starters (5)
25 Ceiling raised to accommodate large storey (5)

[Russellrvw]

Across
1 Inclination to write and say Om (8) PENCHANT
5 Place where fishes learn to form a group? (6) SCHOOL
9 Arrange team trip for less than the customary duration (4-4) PART-TIME
10 War finally moved former US president to depression (6) CRATER
12 Liquid assets to cover Rupee’s fall (5) CRASH
13 Strip detective inspector’s responsibility (9)
14 Trimming selection of generic racquets (6)
16 For the most part, growing small fruits (7)
19 Passed through dock last month on the way back (7)
21 Have a look at a bird (6)
23 Spend life primarily restoring our magnificence (9)
25 Nearly neglected yield (5)
26 Computer manufacturer at the middle of testing plug-in (6)
27 Damage platform outside a branch office (8)
28 Put up with final period in office (second half only) (6)
29 Intrepid sales force oddly disorganised (8)

Down
1 Father disheartened clergy, office of the pope (6) (PAPA)(C.Y)
2 Arrive at noon in order to make a statement (9)
3 Hour-long stoppage (5) (H)(ITCH)
4 Unsettled leader gets irritated with Cuba (7)
6 Air cannot set right flower (9) CARNATION*
7 Heads of opera combine to examine talent of group of eight (5) O C T E T
8 Tip of big ship, tip of airplane (8)
11 Despots are sheltering despot (4)
15 Storyteller that mostly recounts a funny record primarily (9) (RACONTEU*-s)(R)
17 Drunkard, intoxicated to begin with, mixing tea with brine (9)
18 Disciple the French dismissed had become renegade (8)
20 Dire fate of doctor returning after work (4)
21 Trash rim of bus in parking structure (7)
22 Drives an influential person nuts in the end (6)
24 Fat in a body part is dangerous for starters (5)
25 Ceiling raised to accommodate large storey (5)

[sandhya.p61]

Across
1 Inclination to write and say Om (8) PENCHANT
5 Place where fishes learn to form a group? (6) SCHOOL
9 Arrange team trip for less than the customary duration (4-4) PART-TIME
10 War finally moved former US president to depression (6) CRATER
12 Liquid assets to cover Rupee’s fall (5) CRASH
13 Strip detective inspector’s responsibility (9) DISMANTLE
14 Trimming selection of generic racquets (6) RICRAC
16 For the most part, growing small fruits (7)
19 Passed through dock last month on the way back (7) PIERCED
21 Have a look at a bird (6)
23 Spend life primarily restoring our magnificence (9)
25 Nearly neglected yield (5)
26 Computer manufacturer at the middle of testing plug-in (6)
27 Damage platform outside a branch office (8)
28 Put up with final period in office (second half only) (6)
29 Intrepid sales force oddly disorganised (8) FEARLESS

Down
1 Father disheartened clergy, office of the pope (6) (PAPA)(C.Y)
2 Arrive at noon in order to make a statement (9) NARRATIVE
3 Hour-long stoppage (5) (H)(ITCH)
4 Unsettled leader gets irritated with Cuba (7)
6 Air cannot set right flower (9) CARNATION*
7 Heads of opera combine to examine talent of group of eight (5) O C T E T
8 Tip of big ship, tip of airplane (8) LARGESSSE
11 Despots are sheltering despot (4)
15 Storyteller that mostly recounts a funny record primarily (9) (RACONTEU*-s)(R)
17 Drunkard, intoxicated to begin with, mixing tea with brine (9)
18 Disciple the French dismissed had become renegade (8)
20 Dire fate of doctor returning after work (4)
21 Trash rim of bus in parking structure (7)
22 Drives an influential person nuts in the end (6)
24 Fat in a body part is dangerous for starters (5)
25 Ceiling raised to accommodate large storey (5)

[Joshuaceada]

Vulcan

Across
1 Independent and ultimately confident — it's working women primarily in this capital (8)
5 Run with son Mark (6)
10 One that looks like a brute, said to be a fighter (9)
11 Part of Chennai very green (5)
12 Coalition years behind in coming out with a plan (6)
13 A cinema complex that's dull (7)
14 Footwear ever so worn around the house (8)
15 Party's expression of outrage at big name falling short (6)
18 Boy present during a musical production? (6)
20 Very nice and healthy, keeps running miles (8)
22 Show's chief editor with an inclination to interrupt and to be pompous (7)
25 Rock music basically lacking in high voice (6)
27 Old Peruvian in prison (5)
28 Soldiers with explosive armaments (3-2-4)
29 Standard letters in Indonesian or Malay (6)
30 Breakaway from runner changing sides (8)

Down
1 Female is eating guava for starters, and another fruit (4)
2 Always ignorant? (9)
3 Territory's borders operated by heartless terrorists and dictators (7)
4 Everybody's in a fight over nothing, it's actually animalistic (8)
6 Indian from New Jersey area seen entering a bar on Interstate (7)
7 Dialect is mostly simple and is followed by millions (5)
8 Cutting a ditch with a new tool initially (9)
9 15 engaged in illegal activities (4)
14 Horrible boss, is one with an addition (9)
16 Suspect male star is having a fling with lady in the lead (5,1,3)
17 Record-breaking new version of iTunes, it gets people's attention (6,2)
19 First of all, it ain't unusual for a drama queen (7)
21 Teams up with Rhode Island musicians (7)
23 Hot dog experience (5)
24 Coin with obscure engravings on top (4)
26 Leader gets arrested/detained (4)

http://www.thehindu.com/todays-paper/tp-miscellaneous/the-hindu-crossword-11611/article8161825.ece

[Russellrvw]

Across
1 Independent and ultimately confident — it's working women primarily in this capital (8) {FREE}{T}{O(W)N}
5 Run with son Mark (6)
10 One that looks like a brute, said to be a fighter (9) GUERRILLA [2]
11 Part of Chennai very green (5)
12 Coalition years behind in coming out with a plan (6)
13 A cinema complex that's dull (7) ANAEMIC*
14 Footwear ever so worn around the house (8)
15 Party's expression of outrage at big name falling short (6)
18 Boy present during a musical production? (6)
20 Very nice and healthy, keeps running miles (8)
22 Show's chief editor with an inclination to interrupt and to be pompous (7)
25 Rock music basically lacking in high voice (6)
27 Old Peruvian in prison (5)
28 Soldiers with explosive armaments (3-2-4)
29 Standard letters in Indonesian or Malay (6)
30 Breakaway from runner changing sides (8)

Down
1 Female is eating guava for starters, and another fruit (4)
2 Always ignorant? (9)
3 Territory's borders operated by heartless terrorists and dictators (7) {T..Y}{RAN}{T..S}
4 Everybody's in a fight over nothing, it's actually animalistic (8)
6 Indian from New Jersey area seen entering a bar on Interstate (7)
7 Dialect is mostly simple and is followed by millions (5) (IDO[-t])(M)
8 Cutting a ditch with a new tool initially (9)
9 15 engaged in illegal activities (4)
14 Horrible boss, is one with an addition (9)
16 Suspect male star is having a fling with lady in the lead (5,1,3)
17 Record-breaking new version of iTunes, it gets people's attention (6,2)
19 First of all, it ain't unusual for a drama queen (7)
21 Teams up with Rhode Island musicians (7)
23 Hot dog experience (5)
24 Coin with obscure engravings on top (4)
26 Leader gets arrested/detained (4)

14d should read 'addiction'

[deepakgita]

Across
1 Independent and ultimately confident — it's working women primarily in this capital (8) {FREE}{T}{O(W)N}
5 Run with son Mark (6)
10 One that looks like a brute, said to be a fighter (9) GUERRILLA [2]
11 Part of Chennai very green (5)
12 Coalition years behind in coming out with a plan (6)
13 A cinema complex that's dull (7) ANAEMIC*
14 Footwear ever so worn around the house (8)
15 Party's expression of outrage at big name falling short (6)
18 Boy present during a musical production? (6)
20 Very nice and healthy, keeps running miles (8)
22 Show's chief editor with an inclination to interrupt and to be pompous (7)
25 Rock music basically lacking in high voice (6)
27 Old Peruvian in prison (5)
28 Soldiers with explosive armaments (3-2-4)
29 Standard letters in Indonesian or Malay (6)
30 Breakaway from runner changing sides (8)

Down
1 Female is eating guava for starters, and another fruit (4) FIGS
2 Always ignorant? (9) EVERGREEN
3 Territory's borders operated by heartless terrorists and dictators (7) {T..Y}{RAN}{T..S}
4 Everybody's in a fight over nothing, it's actually animalistic (8) WALLAROO
6 Indian from New Jersey area seen entering a bar on Interstate (7) PUNJABI
7 Dialect is mostly simple and is followed by millions (5) (IDO[-t])(M)
8 Cutting a ditch with a new tool initially (9) TRENCHANT
9 15 engaged in illegal activities (4)
14 Horrible boss, is one with an addition (9)
16 Suspect male star is having a fling with lady in the lead (5,1,3)
17 Record-breaking new version of iTunes, it gets people's attention (6,2)
19 First of all, it ain't unusual for a drama queen (7)
21 Teams up with Rhode Island musicians (7)
23 Hot dog experience (5)
24 Coin with obscure engravings on top (4)
26 Leader gets arrested/detained (4)

[sandhya.p61]

Across
1 Independent and ultimately confident — it's working women primarily in this capital (8) {FREE}{T}{O(W)N}
5 Run with son Mark (6)
10 One that looks like a brute, said to be a fighter (9) GUERRILLA [2]
11 Part of Chennai very green (5)
12 Coalition years behind in coming out with a plan (6)
13 A cinema complex that's dull (7) ANAEMIC*
14 Footwear ever so worn around the house (8)
15 Party's expression of outrage at big name falling short (6)
18 Boy present during a musical production? (6)
20 Very nice and healthy, keeps running miles (8)
22 Show's chief editor with an inclination to interrupt and to be pompous (7)
25 Rock music basically lacking in high voice (6)
27 Old Peruvian in prison (5) INCAN
28 Soldiers with explosive armaments (3-2-4)
29 Standard letters in Indonesian or Malay (6) NORMAL
30 Breakaway from runner changing sides (8)

Down
1 Female is eating guava for starters, and another fruit (4) FIGS
2 Always ignorant? (9) EVERGREEN
3 Territory's borders operated by heartless terrorists and dictators (7) {T..Y}{RAN}{T..S}
4 Everybody's in a fight over nothing, it's actually animalistic (8) WALLAROO
6 Indian from New Jersey area seen entering a bar on Interstate (7) PUNJABI
7 Dialect is mostly simple and is followed by millions (5) (IDO[-t])(M)
8 Cutting a ditch with a new tool initially (9) TRENCHANT
9 15 engaged in illegal activities (4)
14 Horrible boss, is one with an addition (9) OBSESSION
16 Suspect male star is having a fling with lady in the lead (5,1,3)
17 Record-breaking new version of iTunes, it gets people's attention (6,2)
19 First of all, it ain't unusual for a drama queen (7) TITANIA
21 Teams up with Rhode Island musicians (7)
23 Hot dog experience (5) INCUR
24 Coin with obscure engravings on top (4)
26 Leader gets arrested/detained (4)

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
1 Independent and ultimately confident — it's working women primarily in this capital (8) {FREE}{T}{O(W)N}
5 Run with son Mark (6)SPRINT
10 One that looks like a brute, said to be a fighter (9) GUERRILLA [2]
11 Part of Chennai very green (5)NAIVE
12 Coalition years behind in coming out with a plan (6)AGENDA
13 A cinema complex that's dull (7) ANAEMIC*
14 Footwear ever so worn around the house (8)
15 Party's expression of outrage at big name falling short (6)
18 Boy present during a musical production? (6)
20 Very nice and healthy, keeps running miles (8)
22 Show's chief editor with an inclination to interrupt and to be pompous (7)
25 Rock music basically lacking in high voice (6)
27 Old Peruvian in prison (5) INCAN
28 Soldiers with explosive armaments (3-2-4)MEN-AT-ARMS
29 Standard letters in Indonesian or Malay (6) NORMAL
30 Breakaway from runner changing sides (8)

Down
1 Female is eating guava for starters, and another fruit (4) FIGS
2 Always ignorant? (9) EVERGREEN
3 Territory's borders operated by heartless terrorists and dictators (7) {T..Y}{RAN}{T..S}
4 Everybody's in a fight over nothing, it's actually animalistic (8) WALLAROO
6 Indian from New Jersey area seen entering a bar on Interstate (7) PUNJABI
7 Dialect is mostly simple and is followed by millions (5) (IDO[-t])(M)
8 Cutting a ditch with a new tool initially (9) TRENCHANT
9 15 engaged in illegal activities (4)
14 Horrible boss, is one with an addition (9) OBSESSION
16 Suspect male star is having a fling with lady in the lead (5,1,3)SMELL A RAT
17 Record-breaking new version of iTunes, it gets people's attention (6,2)
19 First of all, it ain't unusual for a drama queen (7) TITANIA
21 Teams up with Rhode Island musicians (7)
23 Hot dog experience (5) INCUR
24 Coin with obscure engravings on top (4)
26 Leader gets arrested/detained (4)

[sandhya.p61]

typo:

7 Dialect is mostly simple and is followed by millions (5) (IDO[-t])(M) (IDOI[-t])(M)

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
1 Independent and ultimately confident — it's working women primarily in this capital (8) {FREE}{T}{O(W)N}
5 Run with son Mark (6)SPRINT
10 One that looks like a brute, said to be a fighter (9) GUERRILLA [2]
11 Part of Chennai very green (5)NAIVE
12 Coalition years behind in coming out with a plan (6)AGENDA
13 A cinema complex that's dull (7) ANAEMIC*
14 Footwear ever so worn around the house (8)OVERSHOE
15 Party's expression of outrage at big name falling short (6)FIESTA
18 Boy present during a musical production? (6)SONATA
20 Very nice and healthy, keeps running miles (8)FILMIEST
22 Show's chief editor with an inclination to interrupt and to be pompous (7)STILTED
25 Rock music basically lacking in high voice (6)TREBLE
27 Old Peruvian in prison (5) INCAN
28 Soldiers with explosive armaments (3-2-4)MEN-AT-ARMS
29 Standard letters in Indonesian or Malay (6) NORMAL
30 Breakaway from runner changing sides (8)SPLINTER

Down
1 Female is eating guava for starters, and another fruit (4) FIGS
2 Always ignorant? (9) EVERGREEN
3 Territory's borders operated by heartless terrorists and dictators (7) {T..Y}{RAN}{T..S}
4 Everybody's in a fight over nothing, it's actually animalistic (8) WALLAROO
6 Indian from New Jersey area seen entering a bar on Interstate (7) PUNJABI
7 Dialect is mostly simple and is followed by millions (5) (IDIO[-t])(M)
8 Cutting a ditch with a new tool initially (9) TRENCHANT
9 15 engaged in illegal activities (4)GALA
14 Horrible boss, is one with an addition (9) OBSESSION
16 Suspect male star is having a fling with lady in the lead (5,1,3)SMELL A RAT
17 Record-breaking new version of iTunes, it gets people's attention (6,2)LISTEN UP
19 First of all, it ain't unusual for a drama queen (7) TITANIA
21 Teams up with Rhode Island musicians (7)MAESTRI
23 Hot dog experience (5) INCUR
24 Coin with obscure engravings on top (4)DIME
26 Leader gets arrested/detained (4)TSAR

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

[deepakgita]

Anon

Across
1 Every year, recall boxes at source (6)
4 Retreat built at a marsh (6)
9 Return dumplings after removing ton of slush (4)
10 Reckless faculty member to sue after losing it (10)
11 European country, according to report, has mollusc (6)
12 Peacekeepers, never daunted at first, can be rattled (8)
13 Ran back for foodstuff in story (9)
15 Slip away to the left of the recess (5)
16 In retrospect, charts with suspicious headers are junk e-mails (5)
18 Mysterious man escapes from military, becomes bureaucrat (9)
22 Writer with umbrella leaves annexe, has shadow (8)
23 Unstable? Remove a rickety edge to make usable (6)
25 At sea, ruined gong is sinking (5,5)
26 Portrait of one criminal (4)
27 Fragments of rotting head found in huts (6)
28 It is a mistake to change sides (6)

Down
1 Confused men in this continent, have memory loss (7)
2 Canine werewolf characters are more novel (5)
3 Snake to stop on tar (7)
5 I slowly start returning what was given by mum (6)
6 Looking backwards, imagine worker (9)
7 Criticises, say, within boundaries of Madras (7)
8 Procedure made by ponderous maid (5,8)
14 Bootlegger on an unusual dispatch (9)
17 Outrageously talented biddy captured by Brits (7)
19 Move backwards into waterways, we hear (7)
20 Brutally behead mule on tour, eliminate (4,3)
21 Sailor irrational, illogical (6)
24 Accept a tender for sourcing engines (5)

Grid at http://www.thehindu.com/todays-paper/tp-miscellaneous/the-hindu-crossword-11503/article7662085.ece

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
1 Every year, recall boxes at source (6)
4 Retreat built at a marsh (6)
9 Return dumplings after removing ton of slush (4)
10 Reckless faculty member to sue after losing it (10)
11 European country, according to report, has mollusc (6)
12 Peacekeepers, never daunted at first, can be rattled (8)
13 Ran back for foodstuff in story (9)
15 Slip away to the left of the recess (5)
16 In retrospect, charts with suspicious headers are junk e-mails (5)SPAMS
18 Mysterious man escapes from military, becomes bureaucrat (9)
22 Writer with umbrella leaves annexe, has shadow (8)
23 Unstable? Remove a rickety edge to make usable (6)
25 At sea, ruined gong is sinking (5,5)
26 Portrait of one criminal (4)ICON
27 Fragments of rotting head found in huts (6)
28 It is a mistake to change sides (6)

Down
1 Confused men in this continent, have memory loss (7)AMNESIA
2 Canine werewolf characters are more novel (5)NEWER
3 Snake to stop on tar (7)ASPHALT
5 I slowly start returning what was given by mum (6)
6 Looking backwards, imagine worker (9)
7 Criticises, say, within boundaries of Madras (7)
8 Procedure made by ponderous maid (5,8)
14 Bootlegger on an unusual dispatch (9)
17 Outrageously talented biddy captured by Brits (7)
19 Move backwards into waterways, we hear (7)
20 Brutally behead mule on tour, eliminate (4,3)
21 Sailor irrational, illogical (6)
24 Accept a tender for sourcing engines (5)

[Russellrvw]

Across
1 Every year, recall boxes at source (6)
4 Retreat built at a marsh (6)
9 Return dumplings after removing ton of slush (4)
10 Reckless faculty member to sue after losing it (10)
11 European country, according to report, has mollusc (6)
12 Peacekeepers, never daunted at first, can be rattled (8) (UN)(NERVED*)
13 Ran back for foodstuff in story (9) (NAR)(RATION)
15 Slip away to the left of the recess (5)
16 In retrospect, charts with suspicious headers are junk e-mails (5)SPAMS
18 Mysterious man escapes from military, becomes bureaucrat (9)
22 Writer with umbrella leaves annexe, has shadow (8)
23 Unstable? Remove a rickety edge to make usable (6)
25 At sea, ruined gong is sinking (5,5)
26 Portrait of one criminal (4)ICON
27 Fragments of rotting head found in huts (6)
28 It is a mistake to change sides (6)

Down
1 Confused men in this continent, have memory loss (7)AMNESIA
2 Canine werewolf characters are more novel (5)NEWER
3 Snake to stop on tar (7)ASPHALT
5 I slowly start returning what was given by mum (6)
6 Looking backwards, imagine worker (9)
7 Criticises, say, within boundaries of Madras (7)
8 Procedure made by ponderous maid (5,8) MODUS OPERANDI*
14 Bootlegger on an unusual dispatch (9) (RUM)(RUNNER)
17 Outrageously talented biddy captured by Brits (7)
19 Move backwards into waterways, we hear (7)
20 Brutally behead mule on tour, eliminate (4,3) RULE OUT*-m
21 Sailor irrational, illogical (6)
24 Accept a tender for sourcing engines (5)

[sandhya.p61]

Across
1 Every year, recall boxes at source (6)
4 Retreat built at a marsh (6)
9 Return dumplings after removing ton of slush (4)
10 Reckless faculty member to sue after losing it (10) PROFLIGATE
11 European country, according to report, has mollusc (6) OSTREA
12 Peacekeepers, never daunted at first, can be rattled (8) (UN)(NERVED*)
13 Ran back for foodstuff in story (9) (NAR)(RATION)
15 Slip away to the left of the recess (5)
16 In retrospect, charts with suspicious headers are junk e-mails (5)SPAMS
18 Mysterious man escapes from military, becomes bureaucrat (9) SECRETARY
22 Writer with umbrella leaves annexe, has shadow (8)
23 Unstable? Remove a rickety edge to make usable (6)
25 At sea, ruined gong is sinking (5,5)
26 Portrait of one criminal (4)ICON
27 Fragments of rotting head found in huts (6)
28 It is a mistake to change sides (6)

Down
1 Confused men in this continent, have memory loss (7)AMNESIA
2 Canine werewolf characters are more novel (5)NEWER
3 Snake to stop on tar (7)ASPHALT
5 I slowly start returning what was given by mum (6) SILENT
6 Looking backwards, imagine worker (9) REGARDANT
7 Criticises, say, within boundaries of Madras (7)
8 Procedure made by ponderous maid (5,8) MODUS OPERANDI*
14 Bootlegger on an unusual dispatch (9) (RUM)(RUNNER)
17 Outrageously talented biddy captured by Brits (7)
19 Move backwards into waterways, we hear (7)
20 Brutally behead mule on tour, eliminate (4,3) RULE OUT*-m
21 Sailor irrational, illogical (6)
24 Accept a tender for sourcing engines (5)

[Russellbew]

Across
1 Every year, recall boxes at source (6) ANNUAL
4 Retreat built at a marsh (6) ASHRAM
9 Return dumplings after removing ton of slush (4) SNOW
10 Reckless faculty member to sue after losing it (10) PROFLIGATE
11 European country, according to report, has mollusc (6) OSTREA
12 Peacekeepers, never daunted at first, can be rattled (8) (UN)(NERVED*)
13 Ran back for foodstuff in story (9) (NAR)(RATION)
15 Slip away to the left of the recess (5) LAPSE
16 In retrospect, charts with suspicious headers are junk e-mails (5)SPAMS
18 Mysterious man escapes from military, becomes bureaucrat (9) SECRETARY
22 Writer with umbrella leaves annexe, has shadow (8)PENUMBRA
23 Unstable? Remove a rickety edge to make usable (6)
25 At sea, ruined gong is sinking (5,5)
26 Portrait of one criminal (4)ICON
27 Fragments of rotting head found in huts (6)
28 It is a mistake to change sides (6)

Down
1 Confused men in this continent, have memory loss (7)AMNESIA
2 Canine werewolf characters are more novel (5)NEWER
3 Snake to stop on tar (7)ASPHALT
5 I slowly start returning what was given by mum (6) SILENT
6 Looking backwards, imagine worker (9) REGARDANT
7 Criticises, say, within boundaries of Madras (7)
8 Procedure made by ponderous maid (5,8) MODUS OPERANDI*
14 Bootlegger on an unusual dispatch (9) (RUM)(RUNNER)
17 Outrageously talented biddy captured by Brits (7)
19 Move backwards into waterways, we hear (7)
20 Brutally behead mule on tour, eliminate (4,3) RULE OUT*-m
21 Sailor irrational, illogical (6)
24 Accept a tender for sourcing engines (5)

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
1 Every year, recall boxes at source (6) ANNUAL
4 Retreat built at a marsh (6) ASHRAM
9 Return dumplings after removing ton of slush (4) SNOW
10 Reckless faculty member to sue after losing it (10) PROFLIGATE
11 European country, according to report, has mollusc (6) OSTREA
12 Peacekeepers, never daunted at first, can be rattled (8) (UN)(NERVED*)
13 Ran back for foodstuff in story (9) (NAR)(RATION)
15 Slip away to the left of the recess (5) LAPSE
16 In retrospect, charts with suspicious headers are junk e-mails (5)SPAMS
18 Mysterious man escapes from military, becomes bureaucrat (9) SECRETARY
22 Writer with umbrella leaves annexe, has shadow (8)PENUMBRA
23 Unstable? Remove a rickety edge to make usable (6)VIABLE
25 At sea, ruined gong is sinking (5,5)GOING UNDER
26 Portrait of one criminal (4)ICON
27 Fragments of rotting head found in huts (6)SHREDS
28 It is a mistake to change sides (6)DEFECT

Down
1 Confused men in this continent, have memory loss (7)AMNESIA
2 Canine werewolf characters are more novel (5)NEWER
3 Snake to stop on tar (7)ASPHALT
5 I slowly start returning what was given by mum (6) SILENT
6 Looking backwards, imagine worker (9) REGARDANT
7 Criticises, say, within boundaries of Madras (7)MUTTERS
8 Procedure made by ponderous maid (5,8) MODUS OPERANDI*
14 Bootlegger on an unusual dispatch (9) (RUM)(RUNNER)
17 Outrageously talented biddy captured by Brits (7)PHENOMS
19 Move backwards into waterways, we hear (7)REVERSE
20 Brutally behead mule on tour, eliminate (4,3) RULE OUT*-m
21 Sailor irrational, illogical (6)ABSURD
24 Accept a tender for sourcing engines (5)ABIDE

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

[Joshuaceada]

Sunnet

Across
1 From pillar, I attached a rope (6)
4 Represent South's top Pro (5,3)
10 Decay of French pen (9)
11 Finally no hesitation to swallow good drug (5)
12 Number's not odd (5)
13 Above article is taken in a philosophical text (9)
14 Shot a bishop on full moon day (7)
16 Goya's convoluted philosophy (4)
19 Cipher, a philosopher king left for knight (4)
21 An important person from a state institution (7)
24 Life out of excise net (9)
25 Negative person's empty act to stop the woman (5)
26 Riddle missing right bit (5)
27 One in Arms Act (9)
28 Chorus costume (8)
29 Nearly abandon number one grain (6)

Down
1 Guide left celebrity holding poem (8)
2 Rallies on screens (8)
3 Through human soul (5)
5 Mostly request's not complete (7)
6 Fondly waggled lady around two rings (9)
7 Escape fluorine's electromagnetic radiation (6)
8 Correct medicine (6)
9 Cheerful sweetheart takes copper to North Dakota (6)
15 He grew half-Tamsik ingredients for health food (5,4)
17 Fibre in contact with twig (6,2)
18 You always pushed ahead and raved about health science (8)
20 Individual ambition leads to a costly lapse in the field (3,4)
21 Knowledge buried in Countess Lovelace's program (6)
22 A cross missing from pattern in a place of worship (6)
23 Perhaps Krishna & Son split upper house (6)
25 Back superior paper (5)

GRID (http://www.thehindu.com/todays-paper/tp-miscellaneous/the-hindu-crossword-11618/article8197530.ece)

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
1 From pillar, I attached a rope (6)
4 Represent South's top Pro (5,3)
10 Decay of French pen (9)
11 Finally no hesitation to swallow good drug (5)
12 Number's not odd (5)SEVEN
13 Above article is taken in a philosophical text (9)
14 Shot a bishop on full moon day (7)
16 Goya's convoluted philosophy (4)YOGA
19 Cipher, a philosopher king left for knight (4)
21 An important person from a state institution (7)
24 Life out of excise net (9)EXISTENCE
25 Negative person's empty act to stop the woman (5)
26 Riddle missing right bit (5)PIECE
27 One in Arms Act (9)
28 Chorus costume (8)ENSEMBLE
29 Nearly abandon number one grain (6)

Down
1 Guide left celebrity holding poem (8)
2 Rallies on screens (8)
3 Through human soul (5)
5 Mostly request's not complete (7)
6 Fondly waggled lady around two rings (9)
7 Escape fluorine's electromagnetic radiation (6)
8 Correct medicine (6)
9 Cheerful sweetheart takes copper to North Dakota (6)
15 He grew half-Tamsik ingredients for health food (5,4)
17 Fibre in contact with twig (6,2)
18 You always pushed ahead and raved about health science (8)
20 Individual ambition leads to a costly lapse in the field (3,4)
21 Knowledge buried in Countess Lovelace's program (6)
22 A cross missing from pattern in a place of worship (6)
23 Perhaps Krishna & Son split upper house (6)
25 Back superior paper (5)

[Russellbew]

Across
1 From pillar, I attached a rope (6) LARIAT
4 Represent South's top Pro (5,3)SPEAK FOR
10 Decay of French pen (9)DECOMPOSE
11 Finally no hesitation to swallow good drug (5)OPIUM
12 Number's not odd (5)SEVEN
13 Above article is taken in a philosophical text (9)
14 Shot a bishop on full moon day (7)
16 Goya's convoluted philosophy (4)YOGA
19 Cipher, a philosopher king left for knight (4)ZERO
21 An important person from a state institution (7)
24 Life out of excise net (9)EXISTENCE
25 Negative person's empty act to stop the woman (5)
26 Riddle missing right bit (5)PIECE
27 One in Arms Act (9)
28 Chorus costume (8)ENSEMBLE
29 Nearly abandon number one grain (6)

Down
1 Guide left celebrity holding poem (8)
2 Rallies on screens (8)
3 Through human soul (5)
5 Mostly request's not complete (7)
6 Fondly waggled lady around two rings (9)
7 Escape fluorine's electromagnetic radiation (6)
8 Correct medicine (6)
9 Cheerful sweetheart takes copper to North Dakota (6)
15 He grew half-Tamsik ingredients for health food (5,4)
17 Fibre in contact with twig (6,2)
18 You always pushed ahead and raved about health science (8)
20 Individual ambition leads to a costly lapse in the field (3,4)
21 Knowledge buried in Countess Lovelace's program (6)
22 A cross missing from pattern in a place of worship (6)
23 Perhaps Krishna & Son split upper house (6)
25 Back superior paper (5)

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
1 From pillar, I attached a rope (6) LARIAT
4 Represent South's top Pro (5,3)SPEAK FOR
10 Decay of French pen (9)DECOMPOSE
11 Finally no hesitation to swallow good drug (5)OPIUM
12 Number's not odd (5)SEVEN
13 Above article is taken in a philosophical text (9)UPANISHAD
14 Shot a bishop on full moon day (7)ARROWED
16 Goya's convoluted philosophy (4)YOGA
19 Cipher, a philosopher king left for knight (4)ZERO
21 An important person from a state institution (7)ANYBODY
24 Life out of excise net (9)EXISTENCE
25 Negative person's empty act to stop the woman (5)HATER
26 Riddle missing right bit (5)PIECE
27 One in Arms Act (9)ORDINANCE
28 Chorus costume (8)ENSEMBLE
29 Nearly abandon number one grain (6)QUINOA

Down
1 Guide left celebrity holding poem (8)LODESTAR
2 Rallies on screens (8)RECOVERS
3 Through human soul (5)ATMAN
5 Mostly request's not complete (7)PLENARY
6 Fondly waggled lady around two rings (9)ADORINGLY
7 Escape fluorine's electromagnetic radiation (6)FLIGHT
8 Correct medicine (6)REMEDY
9 Cheerful sweetheart takes copper to North Dakota (6)JOCUND
15 He grew half-Tamsik ingredients for health food (5,4)WHEAT GERM
17 Fibre in contact with twig (6,2)COTTON ON
18 You always pushed ahead and raved about health science (8)AYURVEDA
20 Individual ambition leads to a costly lapse in the field (3,4)OWN GOAL
21 Knowledge buried in Countess Lovelace's program (6)AGENDA
22 A cross missing from pattern in a place of worship (6)TEMPLE
23 Perhaps Krishna & Son split upper house (6)RIVERS
25 Back superior paper (5)HINDU

:clap::clap::clap: Hinduism is the theme!

[Joshuaceada]

xChequer

Across
7 Guys are endlessly forced to become mushy (6)
8 No more mobile selfie sticks, large and small (8)
9 Close, recalling its cast (8)
10 Military commander of old chambering round in silent weapon (6)
11 Titles regularly screened gathering fan club raves (5)
12 Best cut, carbon-free, twinkling stone (6)
14 One can get lost in these non-realistic fantasies essentially getting built (7,2,3,3)
17 Exa — nothing short of full measure (6)
18 Loop sound bite (5)
22 Playful sweetheart, intimate, but drawing line (6)
23 Exam preparation is over in courses (8)
24 Fixed costs initially paid, one covered overhead (8)
25 Recite from Bible, bringing about unity twice (6)

Down
1 Line spoken at audition varied daily (9)
2 Having authority, left miserable (6)
3 Thrown like close to many a boomerang (5)
4 Not working, also withdrawn, keeping quiet in effect (8)
5 Drink accepting fate, extremely terrible for one to share (8)
6 Poser as afterthought, proper in retrospect (5)
8 Digital colour profile of thief? (5-8)
13 Best part wasted on purpose (4,5)
15 Dinosaur one admired in time capsule (8)
16 Rampant rage to cross through European Community widely followed (8)
19 Embedded displays in circles (6)
20 Quiz on all plants of a region (5)
21 A useless duck (5)

http://www.thehindu.com/todays-paper/tp-miscellaneous/the-hindu-crossword-11614/article8174941.ece

[Russellfhc]

Across
7 Guys are endlessly forced to become mushy (6)
8 No more mobile selfie sticks, large and small (8) LIFELESS (SELFIE L S)*
9 Close, recalling its cast (8)
10 Military commander of old chambering round in silent weapon (6)
11 Titles regularly screened gathering fan club raves (5)
12 Best cut, carbon-free, twinkling stone (6)
14 One can get lost in these non-realistic fantasies essentially getting built (7,2,3,3)CASTLES IN THE AIR
17 Exa — nothing short of full measure (6)
18 Loop sound bite (5)
22 Playful sweetheart, intimate, but drawing line (6)
23 Exam preparation is over in courses (8)REVISION*
24 Fixed costs initially paid, one covered overhead (8)
25 Recite from Bible, bringing about unity twice (6)

Down
1 Line spoken at audition varied daily (9)
2 Having authority, left miserable (6)
3 Thrown like close to many a boomerang (5)
4 Not working, also withdrawn, keeping quiet in effect (8)
5 Drink accepting fate, extremely terrible for one to share (8)
6 Poser as afterthought, proper in retrospect (5)
8 Digital colour profile of thief? (5-8)
13 Best part wasted on purpose (4,5)
15 Dinosaur one admired in time capsule (8)
16 Rampant rage to cross through European Community widely followed (8)
19 Embedded displays in circles (6)
20 Quiz on all plants of a region (5)
21 A useless duck (5)A VOID

[Russellrvw]

Across
7 Guys are endlessly forced to become mushy (6)
8 No more mobile selfie sticks, large and small (8) LIFELESS (SELFIE L S)*
9 Close, recalling its cast (8)
10 Military commander of old chambering round in silent weapon (6)
11 Titles regularly screened gathering fan club raves (5)
12 Best cut, carbon-free, twinkling stone (6)
14 One can get lost in these non-realistic fantasies essentially getting built (7,2,3,3)CASTLES IN THE AIR
17 Exa — nothing short of full measure (6)
18 Loop sound bite (5)
22 Playful sweetheart, intimate, but drawing line (6)
23 Exam preparation is over in courses (8)REVISION*
24 Fixed costs initially paid, one covered overhead (8)
25 Recite from Bible, bringing about unity twice (6)

Down
1 Line spoken at audition varied daily (9)
2 Having authority, left miserable (6)
3 Thrown like close to many a boomerang (5)
4 Not working, also withdrawn, keeping quiet in effect (8) (OFF)(SH)(OOT<=)
5 Drink accepting fate, extremely terrible for one to share (8) ALLOCATE
6 Poser as afterthought, proper in retrospect (5)
8 Digital colour profile of thief? (5-8) LIGHT-FINGERED (CD)
13 Best part wasted on purpose (4,5)
15 Dinosaur one admired in time capsule (8)
16 Rampant rage to cross through European Community widely followed (8) EPIDEMIC
19 Embedded displays in circles (6)
20 Quiz on all plants of a region (5)
21 A useless duck (5)A VOID

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
7 Guys are endlessly forced to become mushy (6)SUGARY
8 No more mobile selfie sticks, large and small (8) LIFELESS (SELFIE L S)*
9 Close, recalling its cast (8)
10 Military commander of old chambering round in silent weapon (6)
11 Titles regularly screened gathering fan club raves (5)IDOLS
12 Best cut, carbon-free, twinkling stone (6)
14 One can get lost in these non-realistic fantasies essentially getting built (7,2,3,3)CASTLES IN THE AIR
17 Exa — nothing short of full measure (6)
18 Loop sound bite (5)
22 Playful sweetheart, intimate, but drawing line (6)
23 Exam preparation is over in courses (8)REVISION*
24 Fixed costs initially paid, one covered overhead (8)CANOPIED
25 Recite from Bible, bringing about unity twice (6)INTONE

Down
1 Line spoken at audition varied daily (9)
2 Having authority, left miserable (6)LAWFUL
3 Thrown like close to many a boomerang (5)
4 Not working, also withdrawn, keeping quiet in effect (8) (OFF)(SH)(OOT<=)
5 Drink accepting fate, extremely terrible for one to share (8) ALLOCATE
6 Poser as afterthought, proper in retrospect (5)
8 Digital colour profile of thief? (5-8) LIGHT-FINGERED (CD)
13 Best part wasted on purpose (4,5)
15 Dinosaur one admired in time capsule (8)
16 Rampant rage to cross through European Community widely followed (8) EPIDEMIC
19 Embedded displays in circles (6)
20 Quiz on all plants of a region (5)
21 A useless duck (5)A VOID

[deepakgita]

Across
7 Guys are endlessly forced to become mushy (6)SUGARY
8 No more mobile selfie sticks, large and small (8) LIFELESS (SELFIE L S)*
9 Close, recalling its cast (8) STIFLING
10 Military commander of old chambering round in silent weapon (6) SHOGUN
11 Titles regularly screened gathering fan club raves (5)IDOLS
12 Best cut, carbon-free, twinkling stone (6) UTMOST
14 One can get lost in these non-realistic fantasies essentially getting built (7,2,3,3)CASTLES IN THE AIR
17 Exa — nothing short of full measure (6) ENOUGH
18 Loop sound bite (5) BIGHT
22 Playful sweetheart, intimate, but drawing line (6)
23 Exam preparation is over in courses (8)REVISION*
24 Fixed costs initially paid, one covered overhead (8)CANOPIED
25 Recite from Bible, bringing about unity twice (6)INTONE

Down
1 Line spoken at audition varied daily (9)
2 Having authority, left miserable (6)LAWFUL
3 Thrown like close to many a boomerang (5)
4 Not working, also withdrawn, keeping quiet in effect (8) (OFF)(SH)(OOT<=)
5 Drink accepting fate, extremely terrible for one to share (8) ALLOCATE Correction ALLOTTEE
6 Poser as afterthought, proper in retrospect (5)
8 Digital colour profile of thief? (5-8) LIGHT-FINGERED (CD)
13 Best part wasted on purpose (4,5)
15 Dinosaur one admired in time capsule (8)
16 Rampant rage to cross through European Community widely followed (8) EPIDEMIC Correction EXOTERIC
19 Embedded displays in circles (6)
20 Quiz on all plants of a region (5)
21 A useless duck (5)A VOID

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
7 Guys are endlessly forced to become mushy (6)SUGARY
8 No more mobile selfie sticks, large and small (8) LIFELESS (SELFIE L S)*
9 Close, recalling its cast (8) STIFLING
10 Military commander of old chambering round in silent weapon (6) SHOGUN
11 Titles regularly screened gathering fan club raves (5)IDOLS
12 Best cut, carbon-free, twinkling stone (6) UTMOST
14 One can get lost in these non-realistic fantasies essentially getting built (7,2,3,3)CASTLES IN THE AIR
17 Exa — nothing short of full measure (6) ENOUGH
18 Loop sound bite (5) BIGHT
22 Playful sweetheart, intimate, but drawing line (6)JOCOSE
23 Exam preparation is over in courses (8)REVISION*
24 Fixed costs initially paid, one covered overhead (8)CANOPIED
25 Recite from Bible, bringing about unity twice (6)INTONE

Down
1 Line spoken at audition varied daily (9)QUOTIDIAN
2 Having authority, left miserable (6)LAWFUL
3 Thrown like close to many a boomerang (5)KYLIE
4 Not working, also withdrawn, keeping quiet in effect (8) (OFF)(SH)(OOT<=)
5 Drink accepting fate, extremely terrible for one to share (8) ALLOCATE Correction ALLOTTEE
6 Poser as afterthought, proper in retrospect (5)PSEUD
8 Digital colour profile of thief? (5-8) LIGHT-FINGERED (CD)
13 Best part wasted on purpose (4,5)HIGH POINT
15 Dinosaur one admired in time capsule (8)THEROPOD
16 Rampant rage to cross through European Community widely followed (8) EPIDEMIC Correction EXOTERIC
19 Embedded displays in circles (6)INSETS
20 Quiz on all plants of a region (5)ZONAL
21 A useless duck (5)A VOID

:clap::clap::clap: A tough pangram!

[deepakgita]

xChequer

Across
7 Those that should be done on time in prescribed measure (6)
8 Spade and place to bury producing shiver (8)
9 Conduct audit test ignoring second opinion (8)
10 Heaved, say stomach turning with disgust, primarily (6)
11 Beginning of Gold Rush displaying this? (5)
12 Notice over notice (hand-out) providing summary (6)
14 'Be good enough then to never get involved', I snapped, 'forget it!' (4,4,2,5)
17 Appear in register at university (4-2)
18 Amber-coloured fish (5)
22 Hat for American hood (6)
23 Livid when daughter's put on perfume (8)
24 Nut associated with itch and rash (8)
25 Note dead link (6)

Down
1 Anger reflected in letters men left behind (9)
2 Standing outside at home when there's nothing to eat (6)
3 Decide murder cases, raise objections (5)
4 In form, lethal turn (3,3,2)
5 Special effects picture produced by silver line in any two corners of photograph (8)
6 Honoured to provide food, clothing — philanthropic at heart (5)
8 Narcotic in peg includes synthetic (5-8)
13 Means to getting arrayed, including, at times, a ring? (9)
15 Keen on the dry winds (8)
16 Diminished capacity, one forced into execution of will (8)
19 Reverse joint to put out (6)
20 Heralds coming to barn with songs of praise (5)
21 Stole vehicle parts, emptied shelf (5)

Grid same as yesterday

[Russellrvw]

Across
7 Those that should be done on time in prescribed measure (6) (DO'S)(AGE)
8 Spade and place to bury producing shiver (8)
9 Conduct audit test ignoring second opinion (8) ATTITUDE*-s
10 Heaved, say stomach turning with disgust, primarily (6)
11 Beginning of Gold Rush displaying this? (5) (G)(REED) &lit
12 Notice over notice (hand-out) providing summary (6)
14 'Be good enough then to never get involved', I snapped, 'forget it!' (4,4,2,5)
17 Appear in register at university (4-2)
18 Amber-coloured fish (5)
22 Hat for American hood (6)
23 Livid when daughter's put on perfume (8)
24 Nut associated with itch and rash (8)
25 Note dead link (6)

Down
1 Anger reflected in letters men left behind (9) (POST)(ERI<-)(OR)
2 Standing outside at home when there's nothing to eat (6)
3 Decide murder cases, raise objections (5)
4 In form, lethal turn (3,3,2)
5 Special effects picture produced by silver line in any two corners of photograph (8)
6 Honoured to provide food, clothing — philanthropic at heart (5)
8 Narcotic in peg includes synthetic (5-8) SLEEP-INDUCING*
13 Means to getting arrayed, including, at times, a ring? (9)
15 Keen on the dry winds (8)
16 Diminished capacity, one forced into execution of will (8)
19 Reverse joint to put out (6)
20 Heralds coming to barn with songs of praise (5)
21 Stole vehicle parts, emptied shelf (5)

[sandhya.p61]

Across
7 Those that should be done on time in prescribed measure (6) (DO'S)(AGE)
8 Spade and place to bury producing shiver (8)
9 Conduct audit test ignoring second opinion (8) ATTITUDE*-s
10 Heaved, say stomach turning with disgust, primarily (6)
11 Beginning of Gold Rush displaying this? (5) (G)(REED) &lit
12 Notice over notice (hand-out) providing summary (6)
14 'Be good enough then to never get involved', I snapped, 'forget it!' (4,4,2,5)
17 Appear in register at university (4-2)
18 Amber-coloured fish (5)
22 Hat for American hood (6)
23 Livid when daughter's put on perfume (8) INCENSED
24 Nut associated with itch and rash (8)
25 Note dead link (6) RELATE

Down
1 Anger reflected in letters men left behind (9) (POST)(ERI<-)(OR)
2 Standing outside at home when there's nothing to eat (6) FAMINE
3 Decide murder cases, raise objections (5) DEMUR
4 In form, lethal turn (3,3,2)
5 Special effects picture produced by silver line in any two corners of photograph (8)
6 Honoured to provide food, clothing — philanthropic at heart (5)
8 Narcotic in peg includes synthetic (5-8) SLEEP-INDUCING*
13 Means to getting arrayed, including, at times, a ring? (9)
15 Keen on the dry winds (8)
16 Diminished capacity, one forced into execution of will (8)
19 Reverse joint to put out (6)
20 Heralds coming to barn with songs of praise (5)
21 Stole vehicle parts, emptied shelf (5) SCARF

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
7 Those that should be done on time in prescribed measure (6) (DO'S)(AGE)
8 Spade and place to bury producing shiver (8)
9 Conduct audit test ignoring second opinion (8) ATTITUDE*-s
10 Heaved, say stomach turning with disgust, primarily (6)
11 Beginning of Gold Rush displaying this? (5) (G)(REED) &lit
12 Notice over notice (hand-out) providing summary (6)
14 'Be good enough then to never get involved', I snapped, 'forget it!' (4,4,2,5)
17 Appear in register at university (4-2) SHOW-UP
18 Amber-coloured fish (5)
22 Hat for American hood (6)BONNET
23 Livid when daughter's put on perfume (8) INCENSED
24 Nut associated with itch and rash (8)
25 Note dead link (6) RELATE

Down
1 Anger reflected in letters men left behind (9) (POST)(ERI<-)(OR)
2 Standing outside at home when there's nothing to eat (6) FAMINE
3 Decide murder cases, raise objections (5)DEMUR
4 In form, lethal turn (3,3,2)
5 Special effects picture produced by silver line in any two corners of photograph (8)
6 Honoured to provide food, clothing — philanthropic at heart (5)FETED
8 Narcotic in peg includes synthetic (5-8) SLEEP-INDUCING*
13 Means to getting arrayed, including, at times, a ring? (9)
15 Keen on the dry winds (8)THRENODY
16 Diminished capacity, one forced into execution of will (8)
19 Reverse joint to put out (6)RANKLE
20 Heralds coming to barn with songs of praise (5)
21 Stole vehicle parts, emptied shelf (5) SCARF

[deepakgita]

Across
7 Those that should be done on time in prescribed measure (6) (DO'S)(AGE)
8 Spade and place to bury producing shiver (8) SPLINTER
9 Conduct audit test ignoring second opinion (8) ATTITUDE*-s
10 Heaved, say stomach turning with disgust, primarily (6) TUGGED
11 Beginning of Gold Rush displaying this? (5) (G)(REED) &lit
12 Notice over notice (hand-out) providing summary (6) SPEEDY
14 'Be good enough then to never get involved', I snapped, 'forget it!' (4,4,2,5)
17 Appear in register at university (4-2) SHOW-UP
18 Amber-coloured fish (5) BREAM
22 Hat for American hood (6)BONNET
23 Livid when daughter's put on perfume (8) INCENSED
24 Nut associated with itch and rash (8)
25 Note dead link (6) RELATE

Down
1 Anger reflected in letters men left behind (9) (POST)(ERI<-)(OR)
2 Standing outside at home when there's nothing to eat (6) FAMINE
3 Decide murder cases, raise objections (5)DEMUR
4 In form, lethal turn (3,3,2)
5 Special effects picture produced by silver line in any two corners of photograph (8) ANAGLYPH
6 Honoured to provide food, clothing — philanthropic at heart (5)FETED
8 Narcotic in peg includes synthetic (5-8) SLEEP-INDUCING*
13 Means to getting arrayed, including, at times, a ring? (9)
15 Keen on the dry winds (8)THRENODY
16 Diminished capacity, one forced into execution of will (8)
19 Reverse joint to put out (6)RANKLE
20 Heralds coming to barn with songs of praise (5)
21 Stole vehicle parts, emptied shelf (5) SCARF

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
7 Those that should be done on time in prescribed measure (6) (DO'S)(AGE)
8 Spade and place to bury producing shiver (8) SPLINTER
9 Conduct audit test ignoring second opinion (8) ATTITUDE*-s
10 Heaved, say stomach turning with disgust, primarily (6) TUGGED
11 Beginning of Gold Rush displaying this? (5) (G)(REED) &lit
12 Notice over notice (hand-out) providing summary (6) SPEEDY
14 'Be good enough then to never get involved', I snapped, 'forget it!' (4,4,2,5)DON'T EVEN GO THERE
17 Appear in register at university (4-2) SHOW-UP
18 Amber-coloured fish (5) BREAM
22 Hat for American hood (6)BONNET
23 Livid when daughter's put on perfume (8) INCENSED
24 Nut associated with itch and rash (8)HEADLONG
25 Note dead link (6) RELATE

Down
1 Anger reflected in letters men left behind (9) (POST)(ERI<-)(OR)
2 Standing outside at home when there's nothing to eat (6) FAMINE
3 Decide murder cases, raise objections (5)DEMUR
4 In form, lethal turn (3,3,2)ALL THE GO
5 Special effects picture produced by silver line in any two corners of photograph (8) ANAGLYPH
6 Honoured to provide food, clothing — philanthropic at heart (5)FETED
8 Narcotic in peg includes synthetic (5-8) SLEEP-INDUCING*
13 Means to getting arrayed, including, at times, a ring? (9)ORNAMENTS
15 Keen on the dry winds (8)THRENODY
16 Diminished capacity, one forced into execution of will (8)VOLITION
19 Reverse joint to put out (6)RANKLE
20 Heralds coming to barn with songs of praise (5)BODES
21 Stole vehicle parts, emptied shelf (5) SCARF

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

[deepakgita]

Across
1 Bar restricts sandwiches (7)
5 Instrument of Ethiopian origin (5)
9 Stand in market and play for time (5)
10 Peculiar part about period custom (9) PATRONAGE
11 Holding forth with jibe about search linked to offence (11) DISCOURSING
12 Final trap (3) NET
13 Rough earth behind shelter covered with light, shiny material (6,7) PATENT LEATHER
17 Modern studios sadly not appreciated (13) MISUNDERSTOOD
19 Witty in speech? It’s the whisky (3)
21 Busy river tour is arranged (11)
22 Advance point of view, being content (9)
23 Investigate pair with honour (5)
24 More recent tune we recognise partly (5)
25 Field left in wild condition for advertisement? (7)


Down
1 Next to see bid going awry (6)
2 Tour’s leader conducted groups around quiet parts of church (9)
3 Illegally acquired title long abandoned (3-6)
4 Police officer’s great purpose securing result (14)
5 Incorrect, first off, under pressure to make projection (5)
6 Cooker fashionable once more (5)
7 Plain vase set aside (8)
8 Engineer sees all in tests for alloy resisting corrosion (9,5)
14 Dubious writings, variable in approach, confused (9)
15 Crossing last bits of slippery marsh, turned up with fuel for boat (9)
16 Put away promising reforms? Not good (8)
18 Agreement when posted (6)
20 Joint venture’s ending with large yield (5)
21 Bury regular items in tip, not near (5)


http://www.thehindu.com/features/the-sunday-crossword/article8313856.ece

[Russellbew]

Across
1 Bar restricts sandwiches (7)
5 Instrument of Ethiopian origin (5)
9 Stand in market and play for time (5)
10 Peculiar part about period custom (9) PATRONAGE
11 Holding forth with jibe about search linked to offence (11) DISCOURSING
12 Final trap (3) NET
13 Rough earth behind shelter covered with light, shiny material (6,7) PATENT LEATHER
17 Modern studios sadly not appreciated (13) MISUNDERSTOOD
19 Witty in speech? It’s the whisky (3)
21 Busy river tour is arranged (11)
22 Advance point of view, being content (9)
23 Investigate pair with honour (5)
24 More recent tune we recognise partly (5)
25 Field left in wild condition for advertisement? (7)


Down
1 Next to see bid going awry (6) BESIDE
2 Tour’s leader conducted groups around quiet parts of church (9) TRANSEPTS
3 Illegally acquired title long abandoned (3-6)ILL GOTTEN
4 Police officer’s great purpose securing result (14) SUPERINTENDENT
5 Incorrect, first off, under pressure to make projection (5)PRONG
6 Cooker fashionable once more (5)
7 Plain vase set aside (8)
8 Engineer sees all in tests for alloy resisting corrosion (9,5)
14 Dubious writings, variable in approach, confused (9)
15 Crossing last bits of slippery marsh, turned up with fuel for boat (9)
16 Put away promising reforms? Not good (8)
18 Agreement when posted (6)
20 Joint venture’s ending with large yield (5)
21 Bury regular items in tip, not near (5)

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
1 Bar restricts sandwiches (7)
5 Instrument of Ethiopian origin (5)PIANO
9 Stand in market and play for time (5)STALL
10 Peculiar part about period custom (9) PATRONAGE
11 Holding forth with jibe about search linked to offence (11) DISCOURSING
12 Final trap (3) NET
13 Rough earth behind shelter covered with light, shiny material (6,7) PATENT LEATHER
17 Modern studios sadly not appreciated (13) MISUNDERSTOOD
19 Witty in speech? It’s the whisky (3)
21 Busy river tour is arranged (11)INDUSTRIOUS
22 Advance point of view, being content (9)
23 Investigate pair with honour (5)PROBE
24 More recent tune we recognise partly (5)NEWER
25 Field left in wild condition for advertisement? (7)


Down
1 Next to see bid going awry (6) BESIDE
2 Tour’s leader conducted groups around quiet parts of church (9) TRANSEPTS
3 Illegally acquired title long abandoned (3-6)ILL GOTTEN
4 Police officer’s great purpose securing result (14) SUPERINTENDENT
5 Incorrect, first off, under pressure to make projection (5)PRONG
6 Cooker fashionable once more (5)
7 Plain vase set aside (8)
8 Engineer sees all in tests for alloy resisting corrosion (9,5)
14 Dubious writings, variable in approach, confused (9)
15 Crossing last bits of slippery marsh, turned up with fuel for boat (9)
16 Put away promising reforms? Not good (8)
18 Agreement when posted (6)
20 Joint venture’s ending with large yield (5)
21 Bury regular items in tip, not near (5)

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
1 Bar restricts sandwiches (7)BUTTIES
5 Instrument of Ethiopian origin (5)PIANO
9 Stand in market and play for time (5)STALL
10 Peculiar part about period custom (9) PATRONAGE
11 Holding forth with jibe about search linked to offence (11) DISCOURSING
12 Final trap (3) NET
13 Rough earth behind shelter covered with light, shiny material (6,7) PATENT LEATHER
17 Modern studios sadly not appreciated (13) MISUNDERSTOOD
19 Witty in speech? It’s the whisky (3)RYE
21 Busy river tour is arranged (11)INDUSTRIOUS
22 Advance point of view, being content (9)SUBSTANCE
23 Investigate pair with honour (5)PROBE
24 More recent tune we recognise partly (5)NEWER
25 Field left in wild condition for advertisement? (7)LEAFLET


Down
1 Next to see bid going awry (6) BESIDE
2 Tour’s leader conducted groups around quiet parts of church (9) TRANSEPTS
3 Illegally acquired title long abandoned (3-6)ILL GOTTEN
4 Police officer’s great purpose securing result (14) SUPERINTENDENT
5 Incorrect, first off, under pressure to make projection (5)PRONG
6 Cooker fashionable once more (5)AGAIN
7 Plain vase set aside (8)OVERTURN
8 Engineer sees all in tests for alloy resisting corrosion (9,5)STAINLESS STEEL
14 Dubious writings, variable in approach, confused (9)APOCRYPHA
15 Crossing last bits of slippery marsh, turned up with fuel for boat (9)HYDROFOIL
16 Put away promising reforms? Not good (8)IMPRISON
18 Agreement when posted (6)ASSENT
20 Joint venture’s ending with large yield (5)ELBOW
21 Bury regular items in tip, not near (5)ENTER

:clap::clap::clap: Good!

[Joshuaceada]

The Phantom

Across
8 Sign placed outside worker's shed (4-2)
9 Jockey is on tall horse (8)
10 If so fed up with itch, shave off prickly facial hair (8)
11 Utilise tactic of French to get ahead (6)
12 Superintendent’s somewhat mean (6)
13 Men involved in hate crime (8)
15 Very abnormal goitre leads to lightheadedness? (7)
17 To sum up, overcoming difficulties is appreciated (7)
20 Dior's creation in ring shaped metal framework (8)
22 Fancy cliches cover up something recurrent (6)
23 A female and male’s affair is passionate (6)
25 Tie and your pants got from this material (8)
26 Narcotic drip inserted to relax (8)
27 Paper from Times publication (6)

Down
1 Trust managed by church without priest? (8)
2 One performance overshadowing another is supreme (10)
3 Full barrel of wine in bar (6)
4 A revolutionary students union’s uprising in BITS? (7)
5 House owner's eccentric, carrying genetic data around! (8)
6 Century gets round of cheer (4)
7 Give up without entering contest! (3,3)
14 Minor cause ruined fundamental part of meal (4,6)
16 Drainage destroyed evergreen shrub (8)
18 One breaking record after record, often rules at close of play (8)
19 Giggle at son's bloomers endlessly (7)
21 Fellow’s upset about being sacked (6)
22 Clergyman's prompt to entertain sailor in retreat (6)
24 A long distance safari crossing borders (4)

http://www.thehindu.com/todays-paper/tp-miscellaneous/the-hindu-crossword-11615/article8182694.ece

[Russellrvw]

Across
8 Sign placed outside worker's shed (4-2) LE(AN T)O
9 Jockey is on tall horse (8)
10 If so fed up with itch, shave off prickly facial hair (8)
11 Utilise tactic of French to get ahead (6)
12 Superintendent’s somewhat mean (6)
13 Men involved in hate crime (8)
15 Very abnormal goitre leads to lightheadedness? (7)
17 To sum up, overcoming difficulties is appreciated (7)
20 Dior's creation in ring shaped metal framework (8)
22 Fancy cliches cover up something recurrent (6)
23 A female and male’s affair is passionate (6)
25 Tie and your pants got from this material (8)
26 Narcotic drip inserted to relax (8) SEDAT(IV)E
27 Paper from Times publication (6) (T)(ISSUE)

Down
1 Trust managed by church without priest? (8)
2 One performance overshadowing another is supreme (10)
3 Full barrel of wine in bar (6)
4 A revolutionary students union’s uprising in BITS? (7)
5 House owner's eccentric, carrying genetic data around! (8)
6 Century gets round of cheer (4)
7 Give up without entering contest! (3,3)
14 Minor cause ruined fundamental part of meal (4,6) MAIN COURSE*
16 Drainage destroyed evergreen shrub (8)
18 One breaking record after record, often rules at close of play (8)
19 Giggle at son's bloomers endlessly (7)
21 Fellow’s upset about being sacked (6)
22 Clergyman's prompt to entertain sailor in retreat (6) CU(RAT<=)E
24 A long distance safari crossing borders (4)

[sandhya.p61]

Across
8 Sign placed outside worker's shed (4-2) LE(AN T)O
9 Jockey is on tall horse (8)
10 If so fed up with itch, shave off prickly facial hair (8)
11 Utilise tactic of French to get ahead (6)
12 Superintendent’s somewhat mean (6)
13 Men involved in hate crime (8)
15 Very abnormal goitre leads to lightheadedness? (7)
17 To sum up, overcoming difficulties is appreciated (7)
20 Dior's creation in ring shaped metal framework (8)
22 Fancy cliches cover up something recurrent (6) CYCLIC
23 A female and male’s affair is passionate (6)
25 Tie and your pants got from this material (8) CORDUROY
26 Narcotic drip inserted to relax (8) SEDAT(IV)E
27 Paper from Times publication (6) (T)(ISSUE)

Down
1 Trust managed by church without priest? (8)
2 One performance overshadowing another is supreme (10)
3 Full barrel of wine in bar (6)
4 A revolutionary students union’s uprising in BITS? (7)
5 House owner's eccentric, carrying genetic data around! (8)
6 Century gets round of cheer (4)
7 Give up without entering contest! (3,3)
14 Minor cause ruined fundamental part of meal (4,6) MAIN COURSE*
16 Drainage destroyed evergreen shrub (8) GARDENIA
18 One breaking record after record, often rules at close of play (8) EPILOGUE
19 Giggle at son's bloomers endlessly (7)
21 Fellow’s upset about being sacked (6)
22 Clergyman's prompt to entertain sailor in retreat (6) CU(RAT<=)E
24 A long distance safari crossing borders (4) AFAR

[deepakgita]

Across
8 Sign placed outside worker's shed (4-2) LE(AN T)O
9 Jockey is on tall horse (8) STALLION
10 If so fed up with itch, shave off prickly facial hair (8)
11 Utilise tactic of French to get ahead (6) DEPLOY
12 Superintendent’s somewhat mean (6) INTEND
13 Men involved in hate crime (8) ENORMITY
15 Very abnormal goitre leads to lightheadedness? (7) VERTIGO
17 To sum up, overcoming difficulties is appreciated (7)
20 Dior's creation in ring shaped metal framework (8)
22 Fancy cliches cover up something recurrent (6)
23 A female and male’s affair is passionate (6)
25 Tie and your pants got from this material (8)
26 Narcotic drip inserted to relax (8) SEDAT(IV)E
27 Paper from Times publication (6) (T)(ISSUE)

Down
1 Trust managed by church without priest? (8)
2 One performance overshadowing another is supreme (10)
3 Full barrel of wine in bar (6)
4 A revolutionary students union’s uprising in BITS? (7)
5 House owner's eccentric, carrying genetic data around! (8)
6 Century gets round of cheer (4)
7 Give up without entering contest! (3,3)
14 Minor cause ruined fundamental part of meal (4,6) MAIN COURSE*
16 Drainage destroyed evergreen shrub (8)
18 One breaking record after record, often rules at close of play (8)
19 Giggle at son's bloomers endlessly (7)
21 Fellow’s upset about being sacked (6)
22 Clergyman's prompt to entertain sailor in retreat (6) CU(RAT<=)E
24 A long distance safari crossing borders (4)

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
8 Sign placed outside worker's shed (4-2) LE(AN T)O
9 Jockey is on tall horse (8) STALLION
10 If so fed up with itch, shave off prickly facial hair (8)
11 Utilise tactic of French to get ahead (6) DEPLOY
12 Superintendent’s somewhat mean (6) INTEND
13 Men involved in hate crime (8) ENORMITY
15 Very abnormal goitre leads to lightheadedness? (7) VERTIGO
17 To sum up, overcoming difficulties is appreciated (7)ADMIRED
20 Dior's creation in ring shaped metal framework (8)
22 Fancy cliches cover up something recurrent (6)CYCLIC
23 A female and male’s affair is passionate (6)AFLAME
25 Tie and your pants got from this material (8)CORDUROY
26 Narcotic drip inserted to relax (8) SEDAT(IV)E
27 Paper from Times publication (6) (T)(ISSUE)

Down
1 Trust managed by church without priest? (8)
2 One performance overshadowing another is supreme (10)UNDEFEATED
3 Full barrel of wine in bar (6)
4 A revolutionary students union’s uprising in BITS? (7)ASUNDER
5 House owner's eccentric, carrying genetic data around! (8)
6 Century gets round of cheer (4)CLAP
7 Give up without entering contest! (3,3)
14 Minor cause ruined fundamental part of meal (4,6) MAIN COURSE*
16 Drainage destroyed evergreen shrub (8)GARDENIA
18 One breaking record after record, often rules at close of play (8)EPILOGUE
19 Giggle at son's bloomers endlessly (7)
21 Fellow’s upset about being sacked (6)
22 Clergyman's prompt to entertain sailor in retreat (6) CU(RAT<=)E
24 A long distance safari crossing borders (4)AFAR

[Russellbew]

Across
8 Sign placed outside worker's shed (4-2) LE(AN T)O
9 Jockey is on tall horse (8) STALLION
10 If so fed up with itch, shave off prickly facial hair (8)
11 Utilise tactic of French to get ahead (6) DEPLOY
12 Superintendent’s somewhat mean (6) INTEND
13 Men involved in hate crime (8) ENORMITY
15 Very abnormal goitre leads to lightheadedness? (7) VERTIGO
17 To sum up, overcoming difficulties is appreciated (7)ADMIRED
20 Dior's creation in ring shaped metal framework (8)GRIDIRON
22 Fancy cliches cover up something recurrent (6)CYCLIC
23 A female and male’s affair is passionate (6)AFLAME
25 Tie and your pants got from this material (8)CORDUROY
26 Narcotic drip inserted to relax (8) SEDAT(IV)E
27 Paper from Times publication (6) (T)(ISSUE)

Down
1 Trust managed by church without priest? (8)RELIANCE
2 One performance overshadowing another is supreme (10)UNDEFEATED
3 Full barrel of wine in bar (6)ROTUND
4 A revolutionary students union’s uprising in BITS? (7)ASUNDER
5 House owner's eccentric, carrying genetic data around! (8)LANDLORD
6 Century gets round of cheer (4)CLAP
7 Give up without entering contest! (3,3)BOW OUT
14 Minor cause ruined fundamental part of meal (4,6) MAIN COURSE*
16 Drainage destroyed evergreen shrub (8)GARDENIA
18 One breaking record after record, often rules at close of play (8)EPILOGUE
19 Giggle at son's bloomers endlessly (7)
21 Fellow’s upset about being sacked (6)
22 Clergyman's prompt to entertain sailor in retreat (6) CU(RAT<=)E
24 A long distance safari crossing borders (4)AFAR

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
8 Sign placed outside worker's shed (4-2) LE(AN T)O
9 Jockey is on tall horse (8) STALLION
10 If so fed up with itch, shave off prickly facial hair (8)SIDEBURN
11 Utilise tactic of French to get ahead (6) DEPLOY
12 Superintendent’s somewhat mean (6) INTEND
13 Men involved in hate crime (8) ENORMITY
15 Very abnormal goitre leads to lightheadedness? (7) VERTIGO
17 To sum up, overcoming difficulties is appreciated (7)ADMIRED
20 Dior's creation in ring shaped metal framework (8)GRIDIRON
22 Fancy cliches cover up something recurrent (6)CYCLIC
23 A female and male’s affair is passionate (6)AFLAME
25 Tie and your pants got from this material (8)CORDUROY
26 Narcotic drip inserted to relax (8) SEDAT(IV)E
27 Paper from Times publication (6) (T)(ISSUE)

Down
1 Trust managed by church without priest? (8)RELIANCE
2 One performance overshadowing another is supreme (10)UNDEFEATED
3 Full barrel of wine in bar (6)ROTUND
4 A revolutionary students union’s uprising in BITS? (7)ASUNDER
5 House owner's eccentric, carrying genetic data around! (8)LANDLORD
6 Century gets round of cheer (4)CLAP
7 Give up without entering contest! (3,3)BOW OUT
14 Minor cause ruined fundamental part of meal (4,6) MAIN COURSE*
16 Drainage destroyed evergreen shrub (8)GARDENIA
18 One breaking record after record, often rules at close of play (8)EPILOGUE
19 Giggle at son's bloomers endlessly (7)SNICKER
21 Fellow’s upset about being sacked (6)RIFLED
22 Clergyman's prompt to entertain sailor in retreat (6) CU(RAT<=)E
24 A long distance safari crossing borders (4)AFAR

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

[Joshuaceada]

Afterdark

Across
1 A computer language written by people in IT has firm's endless backing (13)
10 Special duty's to get half drum of fuel (9)
11 Meat-cuts for food; man dispensed for Victor (5)
12 Lost opener? Worry more (5)
13 Disorganised Bolt lost, perhaps (9)
14 Major ignores order, loses German capital (6)
16 Say, antelope heads off to grounds... (4)
19 ...group lost in slaughter at Israeli port (4)
20 Letters from Aruna's sister for help (6)
25 Find faults with landlord in the absence of supervisor and worker (9)
26 Worsens without the first two couples (5)
27 Expression of annoyance over dismissal of a swimmer (5)
28 Denounce laymen walking out of military science program (9)
29 Setting up new tables? His men will take time (13)

Down
2 Gripping act playing, cashing as it goes (8)
3 Order to act on sporadic curry smell (5)
4 Wish to get empty parcel with skillfulness (6)
5 Figures lure man deviously at school (8)
6 Shifts love men against ladies; men arrive on time on Sunday (9)
7 More or less, spec's given out in constructing screenplay (6)
8 Utensils brought by children contains polonium (6)
9 Apart from every third blackmail case, blindly indict abettors (5)
15 Horse cart arranged for band (9)
17 Extremely short and almost tall describes one Chief Cop standing (8)
18 101-6-50-1 — A number given for a retired soldier, perhaps (8)
21 Experienced editor stays behind when it is dry outside (6)
22 A suggestion to save time is shrewd (5)
23 Pointers for a bank to disburse money (6)
24 Results qualify Rugby Union to get into finals at last (6)
26 King of Troy is particular about answer (5)

http://www.thehindu.com/todays-paper/tp-miscellaneous/the-hindu-crossword-11509/article7684749.ece

[Russellfhc]

Across
1 A computer language written by people in IT has firm's endless backing (13)
10 Special duty's to get half drum of fuel (9)
11 Meat-cuts for food; man dispensed for Victor (5)
12 Lost opener? Worry more (5)
13 Disorganised Bolt lost, perhaps (9)
14 Major ignores order, loses German capital (6)
16 Say, antelope heads off to grounds... (4)
19 ...group lost in slaughter at Israeli port (4)
20 Letters from Aruna's sister for help (6) ASSIST (T)
25 Find faults with landlord in the absence of supervisor and worker (9)
26 Worsens without the first two couples (5)
27 Expression of annoyance over dismissal of a swimmer (5)
28 Denounce laymen walking out of military science program (9)
29 Setting up new tables? His men will take time (13)ESTABLISHMEN* T

Down
2 Gripping act playing, cashing as it goes (8)
3 Order to act on sporadic curry smell (5)
4 Wish to get empty parcel with skillfulness (6)
5 Figures lure man deviously at school (8) NUMERAL* S
6 Shifts love men against ladies; men arrive on time on Sunday (9)
7 More or less, spec's given out in constructing screenplay (6)
8 Utensils brought by children contains polonium (6)
9 Apart from every third blackmail case, blindly indict abettors (5)
15 Horse cart arranged for band (9)ORCHESTRA*
17 Extremely short and almost tall describes one Chief Cop standing (8)
18 101-6-50-1 — A number given for a retired soldier, perhaps (8) CI VI L I A N
21 Experienced editor stays behind when it is dry outside (6)
22 A suggestion to save time is shrewd (5)
23 Pointers for a bank to disburse money (6)
24 Results qualify Rugby Union to get into finals at last (6)
26 King of Troy is particular about answer (5)

[Russellrvw]

Across
1 A computer language written by people in IT has firm's endless backing (13) {A}{C}{COMPAN[-y]}{I(MEN)T}
10 Special duty's to get half drum of fuel (9) (PET)(ROLE)(UM)
11 Meat-cuts for food; man dispensed for Victor (5)
12 Lost opener? Worry more (5)
13 Disorganised Bolt lost, perhaps (9)
14 Major ignores order, loses German capital (6) SENIOR*-g
16 Say, antelope heads off to grounds... (4)
19 ...group lost in slaughter at Israeli port (4)
20 Letters from Aruna's sister for help (6) ASSIST (T)
25 Find faults with landlord in the absence of supervisor and worker (9)
26 Worsens without the first two couples (5)
27 Expression of annoyance over dismissal of a swimmer (5)
28 Denounce laymen walking out of military science program (9)
29 Setting up new tables? His men will take time (13)ESTABLISHMEN* T

Down
2 Gripping act playing, cashing as it goes (8)
3 Order to act on sporadic curry smell (5) (O)(DO)(UR)
4 Wish to get empty parcel with skillfulness (6)
5 Figures lure man deviously at school (8) NUMERAL* S
6 Shifts love men against ladies; men arrive on time on Sunday (9)
7 More or less, spec's given out in constructing screenplay (6)
8 Utensils brought by children contains polonium (6) S(PO)ONS
9 Apart from every third blackmail case, blindly indict abettors (5)
15 Horse cart arranged for band (9)ORCHESTRA*
17 Extremely short and almost tall describes one Chief Cop standing (8)
18 101-6-50-1 — A number given for a retired soldier, perhaps (8) CI VI L I A N
21 Experienced editor stays behind when it is dry outside (6)
22 A suggestion to save time is shrewd (5)
23 Pointers for a bank to disburse money (6)
24 Results qualify Rugby Union to get into finals at last (6)
26 King of Troy is particular about answer (5)

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
1 A computer language written by people in IT has firm's endless backing (13) {A}{C}{COMPAN[-y]}{I(MEN)T}
10 Special duty's to get half drum of fuel (9) (PET)(ROLE)(UM)
11 Meat-cuts for food; man dispensed for Victor (5)
12 Lost opener? Worry more (5)
13 Disorganised Bolt lost, perhaps (9)
14 Major ignores order, loses German capital (6) SENIOR*-g
16 Say, antelope heads off to grounds... (4)
19 ...group lost in slaughter at Israeli port (4)
20 Letters from Aruna's sister for help (6) ASSIST (T)
25 Find faults with landlord in the absence of supervisor and worker (9)
26 Worsens without the first two couples (5)
27 Expression of annoyance over dismissal of a swimmer (5)
28 Denounce laymen walking out of military science program (9)
29 Setting up new tables? His men will take time (13)ESTABLISHMEN* T

Down
2 Gripping act playing, cashing as it goes (8)CATCHING
3 Order to act on sporadic curry smell (5) (O)(DO)(UR)
4 Wish to get empty parcel with skillfulness (6)
5 Figures lure man deviously at school (8) NUMERAL* S
6 Shifts love men against ladies; men arrive on time on Sunday (9)
7 More or less, spec's given out in constructing screenplay (6)
8 Utensils brought by children contains polonium (6) S(PO)ONS
9 Apart from every third blackmail case, blindly indict abettors (5)
15 Horse cart arranged for band (9)ORCHESTRA*
17 Extremely short and almost tall describes one Chief Cop standing (8)
18 101-6-50-1 — A number given for a retired soldier, perhaps (8) CI VI L I A N
21 Experienced editor stays behind when it is dry outside (6)
22 A suggestion to save time is shrewd (5)ACUTE
23 Pointers for a bank to disburse money (6)ARROWS
24 Results qualify Rugby Union to get into finals at last (6)FRUITS
26 King of Troy is particular about answer (5)PRIAM

[Russellbew]

Across
1 A computer language written by people in IT has firm's endless backing (13) {A}{C}{COMPAN[-y]}{I(MEN)T}
10 Special duty's to get half drum of fuel (9) (PET)(ROLE)(UM)
11 Meat-cuts for food; man dispensed for Victor (5)
12 Lost opener? Worry more (5)
13 Disorganised Bolt lost, perhaps (9)
14 Major ignores order, loses German capital (6) SENIOR*-g
16 Say, antelope heads off to grounds... (4)
19 ...group lost in slaughter at Israeli port (4)
20 Letters from Aruna's sister for help (6) ASSIST (T)
25 Find faults with landlord in the absence of supervisor and worker (9) CARPENTER
26 Worsens without the first two couples (5)
27 Expression of annoyance over dismissal of a swimmer (5)
28 Denounce laymen walking out of military science program (9) CRITICISE
29 Setting up new tables? His men will take time (13)ESTABLISHMEN* T

Down
2 Gripping act playing, cashing as it goes (8)CATCHING
3 Order to act on sporadic curry smell (5) (O)(DO)(UR)
4 Wish to get empty parcel with skillfulness (6) PLEASE
5 Figures lure man deviously at school (8) NUMERAL* S
6 Shifts love men against ladies; men arrive on time on Sunday (9) MOVEMENTS
7 More or less, spec's given out in constructing screenplay (6) NEARLY
8 Utensils brought by children contains polonium (6) S(PO)ONS
9 Apart from every third blackmail case, blindly indict abettors (5)
15 Horse cart arranged for band (9)ORCHESTRA*
17 Extremely short and almost tall describes one Chief Cop standing (8)
18 101-6-50-1 — A number given for a retired soldier, perhaps (8) CI VI L I A N
21 Experienced editor stays behind when it is dry outside (6)
22 A suggestion to save time is shrewd (5)ACUTE
23 Pointers for a bank to disburse money (6)ARROWS
24 Results qualify Rugby Union to get into finals at last (6)FRUITS
26 King of Troy is particular about answer (5)PRIAM

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
1 A computer language written by people in IT has firm's endless backing (13) {A}{C}{COMPAN[-y]}{I(MEN)T}
10 Special duty's to get half drum of fuel (9) (PET)(ROLE)(UM)
11 Meat-cuts for food; man dispensed for Victor (5)VEALS
12 Lost opener? Worry more (5)OTHER
13 Disorganised Bolt lost, perhaps (9)SCRAMBLED
14 Major ignores order, loses German capital (6) SENIOR*-g
16 Say, antelope heads off to grounds... (4)LAND
19 ...group lost in slaughter at Israeli port (4)ACRE
20 Letters from Aruna's sister for help (6) ASSIST (T)
25 Find faults with landlord in the absence of supervisor and worker (9) CARPENTER
26 Worsens without the first two couples (5)PAIRS
27 Expression of annoyance over dismissal of a swimmer (5)TROUT
28 Denounce laymen walking out of military science program (9) CRITICISE
29 Setting up new tables? His men will take time (13)ESTABLISHMEN* T

Down
2 Gripping act playing, cashing as it goes (8)CATCHING
3 Order to act on sporadic curry smell (5) (O)(DO)(UR)
4 Wish to get empty parcel with skillfulness (6) PLEASE
5 Figures lure man deviously at school (8) NUMERAL* S
6 Shifts love men against ladies; men arrive on time on Sunday (9) MOVEMENTS
7 More or less, spec's given out in constructing screenplay (6) NEARLY
8 Utensils brought by children contains polonium (6) S(PO)ONS
9 Apart from every third blackmail case, blindly indict abettors (5)ASIDE
15 Horse cart arranged for band (9)ORCHESTRA*
17 Extremely short and almost tall describes one Chief Cop standing (8)VERTICAL
18 101-6-50-1 — A number given for a retired soldier, perhaps (8) CI VI L I A N
21 Experienced editor stays behind when it is dry outside (6)TASTED
22 A suggestion to save time is shrewd (5)ACUTE
23 Pointers for a bank to disburse money (6)ARROWS
24 Results qualify Rugby Union to get into finals at last (6)FRUITS
26 King of Troy is particular about answer (5)PRIAM

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

[Joshuaceada]

Afterdark

Across
9 Well-informed about pressure behind difficult duel at centre court (5-2)
10 Come through evil... (7)
11 ...boor's power, energy and Satan's designs (7)
12 Meet was organised by actress (3,4)
13 Criticises model pupil, perhaps having erratic sense (9)
15 Yankee leaves circle of grind (5)
16 Songs written by everyone in substandard school (7)
19 Supreme Court perhaps helps stupid people (7)
20 Cinematic technique displayed by Ang Lee (5)
21 Old and loud female's consummation is annoying (9)
25 Humbled the peeper, say going back in agreement (7)
26 Cocktail procured from Fabmart in India (7)
28 Actor's fault to get irregular cast and artists (7)
29 Psychopath with a jerk tails a Roman Goddess (7)

Down
1 Son manages to get rooms (6)
2 Country to stand by King and upper class leadership (6)
3 Plan to have idli, dosa for starters followed by timeless tea (4)
4 Irritates police officer by contaminating site (6)
5 Carbon causes diffusion, perhaps in Galaxies (8)
6 Encourage England as well, to follow rest about giving up energy (10)
7 Overdue? Hold premier bank to reverse Euro deposit as ransom (8)
8 Survives wife and others without love, but constant acting within (8)
14 Legitimate circumstances to acquire English asset (4,6)
16 Display of liquor cut short at hotel; is restricted (8)
17 Tissue provided by wise men coming home during fast (8)
18 Immobilise arrogant despot now (4,4)
22 Ladylike fellow's weak, upset with sweetheart (6)
23 Fools use jargons, time to replace many (6)
24 Girl's love and longing is a mishap (6)
27 Harass, evict Tom and collect lease (4)

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[Russellrvw]

Across
9 Well-informed about pressure behind difficult duel at centre court (5-2) (C)(LUED*) (U)(P)
10 Come through evil... (7)
11 ...boor's power, energy and Satan's designs (7) P/E/ASANT*
12 Meet was organised by actress (3,4) MAE WEST*
13 Criticises model pupil, perhaps having erratic sense (9)
15 Yankee leaves circle of grind (5)
16 Songs written by everyone in substandard school (7) {B(ALL)AD}S
19 Supreme Court perhaps helps stupid people (7)
20 Cinematic technique displayed by Ang Lee (5)
21 Old and loud female's consummation is annoying (9)
25 Humbled the peeper, say going back in agreement (7)
26 Cocktail procured from Fabmart in India (7)
28 Actor's fault to get irregular cast and artists (7)
29 Psychopath with a jerk tails a Roman Goddess (7)

Down
1 Son manages to get rooms (6) (S)(COPES)
2 Country to stand by King and upper class leadership (6)
3 Plan to have idli, dosa for starters followed by timeless tea (4)
4 Irritates police officer by contaminating site (6)
5 Carbon causes diffusion, perhaps in Galaxies (8)
6 Encourage England as well, to follow rest about giving up energy (10)
7 Overdue? Hold premier bank to reverse Euro deposit as ransom (8)
8 Survives wife and others without love, but constant acting within (8)
14 Legitimate circumstances to acquire English asset (4,6)
16 Display of liquor cut short at hotel; is restricted (8)
17 Tissue provided by wise men coming home during fast (8)
18 Immobilise arrogant despot now (4,4)
22 Ladylike fellow's weak, upset with sweetheart (6)
23 Fools use jargons, time to replace many (6)
24 Girl's love and longing is a mishap (6)
27 Harass, evict Tom and collect lease (4)

[Russellfhc]

cross
9 Well-informed about pressure behind difficult duel at centre court (5-2) (C)(LUED*) (U)(P)
10 Come through evil... (7)
11 ...boor's power, energy and Satan's designs (7) P/E/ASANT*
12 Meet was organised by actress (3,4) MAE WEST*
13 Criticises model pupil, perhaps having erratic sense (9)
15 Yankee leaves circle of grind (5)
16 Songs written by everyone in substandard school (7) {B(ALL)AD}S
19 Supreme Court perhaps helps stupid people (7)
20 Cinematic technique displayed by Ang Lee (5)
21 Old and loud female's consummation is annoying (9) O F F ENDING
25 Humbled the peeper, say going back in agreement (7)
26 Cocktail procured from Fabmart in India (7) MARTINI(T)
28 Actor's fault to get irregular cast and artists (7)
29 Psychopath with a jerk tails a Roman Goddess (7)

Down
1 Son manages to get rooms (6) (S)(COPES)
2 Country to stand by King and upper class leadership (6)
3 Plan to have idli, dosa for starters followed by timeless tea (4) I D (-t)EA
4 Irritates police officer by contaminating site (6) SP ITES*
5 Carbon causes diffusion, perhaps in Galaxies (8)
6 Encourage England as well, to follow rest about giving up energy (10)
7 Overdue? Hold premier bank to reverse Euro deposit as ransom (8)
8 Survives wife and others without love, but constant acting within (8)
14 Legitimate circumstances to acquire English asset (4,6)
16 Display of liquor cut short at hotel; is restricted (8)
17 Tissue provided by wise men coming home during fast (8)
18 Immobilise arrogant despot now (4,4) STOP DE* AD
22 Ladylike fellow's weak, upset with sweetheart (6)
23 Fools use jargons, time to replace many (6)
24 Girl's love and longing is a mishap (6)
27 Harass, evict Tom and collect lease (4)

[deepakgita]

Across
9 Well-informed about pressure behind difficult duel at centre court (5-2) (C)(LUED*) (U)(P)
10 Come through evil... (7) OUTLIVE
11 ...boor's power, energy and Satan's designs (7) P/E/ASANT*
12 Meet was organised by actress (3,4) MAE WEST*
13 Criticises model pupil, perhaps having erratic sense (9) SATIRISES
15 Yankee leaves circle of grind (5) GRATE
16 Songs written by everyone in substandard school (7) {B(ALL)AD}S
19 Supreme Court perhaps helps stupid people (7) SCHLEPS
20 Cinematic technique displayed by Ang Lee (5) ANGLE
21 Old and loud female's consummation is annoying (9) O F F ENDING
25 Humbled the peeper, say going back in agreement (7)
26 Cocktail procured from Fabmart in India (7) MARTINI(T)
28 Actor's fault to get irregular cast and artists (7)
29 Psychopath with a jerk tails a Roman Goddess (7)

Down
1 Son manages to get rooms (6) (S)(COPES)
2 Country to stand by King and upper class leadership (6)
3 Plan to have idli, dosa for starters followed by timeless tea (4) I D (-t)EA
4 Irritates police officer by contaminating site (6) SP ITES*
5 Carbon causes diffusion, perhaps in Galaxies (8)
6 Encourage England as well, to follow rest about giving up energy (10)
7 Overdue? Hold premier bank to reverse Euro deposit as ransom (8)
8 Survives wife and others without love, but constant acting within (8)
14 Legitimate circumstances to acquire English asset (4,6)
16 Display of liquor cut short at hotel; is restricted (8)
17 Tissue provided by wise men coming home during fast (8)
18 Immobilise arrogant despot now (4,4) STOP DE* AD
22 Ladylike fellow's weak, upset with sweetheart (6)
23 Fools use jargons, time to replace many (6)
24 Girl's love and longing is a mishap (6)
27 Harass, evict Tom and collect lease (4)

[pavalamani pragasam]

cross
9 Well-informed about pressure behind difficult duel at centre court (5-2) (C)(LUED*) (U)(P)
10 Come through evil... (7)OUTLIVE
11 ...boor's power, energy and Satan's designs (7) P/E/ASANT*
12 Meet was organised by actress (3,4) MAE WEST*
13 Criticises model pupil, perhaps having erratic sense (9)SATIRISES
15 Yankee leaves circle of grind (5)GRATE
16 Songs written by everyone in substandard school (7) {B(ALL)AD}S
19 Supreme Court perhaps helps stupid people (7)SCHLEPS
20 Cinematic technique displayed by Ang Lee (5)ANGLE
21 Old and loud female's consummation is annoying (9) O F F ENDING
25 Humbled the peeper, say going back in agreement (7)
26 Cocktail procured from Fabmart in India (7) MARTINI(T)
28 Actor's fault to get irregular cast and artists (7)
29 Psychopath with a jerk tails a Roman Goddess (7)

Down
1 Son manages to get rooms (6) (S)(COPES)
2 Country to stand by King and upper class leadership (6)
3 Plan to have idli, dosa for starters followed by timeless tea (4) I D (-t)EA
4 Irritates police officer by contaminating site (6) SP ITES*
5 Carbon causes diffusion, perhaps in Galaxies (8)
6 Encourage England as well, to follow rest about giving up energy (10)STRENGTHEN
7 Overdue? Hold premier bank to reverse Euro deposit as ransom (8)
8 Survives wife and others without love, but constant acting within (8)
14 Legitimate circumstances to acquire English asset (4,6)REAL ESTATE
16 Display of liquor cut short at hotel; is restricted (8)
17 Tissue provided by wise men coming home during fast (8)LIGAMENT
18 Immobilise arrogant despot now (4,4) STOP DE* AD
22 Ladylike fellow's weak, upset with sweetheart (6)FEMALE
23 Fools use jargons, time to replace many (6)
24 Girl's love and longing is a mishap (6)
27 Harass, evict Tom and collect lease (4)RENT

[pavalamani pragasam]

cross
9 Well-informed about pressure behind difficult duel at centre court (5-2) (C)(LUED*) (U)(P)
10 Come through evil... (7)OUTLIVE
11 ...boor's power, energy and Satan's designs (7) P/E/ASANT*
12 Meet was organised by actress (3,4) MAE WEST*
13 Criticises model pupil, perhaps having erratic sense (9)SATIRISES
15 Yankee leaves circle of grind (5)GRATE
16 Songs written by everyone in substandard school (7) {B(ALL)AD}S
19 Supreme Court perhaps helps stupid people (7)SCHLEPS
20 Cinematic technique displayed by Ang Lee (5)ANGLE
21 Old and loud female's consummation is annoying (9) O F F ENDING
25 Humbled the peeper, say going back in agreement (7)DEMOTED
26 Cocktail procured from Fabmart in India (7) MARTINI(T)
28 Actor's fault to get irregular cast and artists (7)SINATRA
29 Psychopath with a jerk tails a Roman Goddess (7)LUNATIC

Down
1 Son manages to get rooms (6) (S)(COPES)
2 Country to stand by King and upper class leadership (6)KUWAIT
3 Plan to have idli, dosa for starters followed by timeless tea (4) I D (-t)EA
4 Irritates police officer by contaminating site (6) SP ITES*
5 Carbon causes diffusion, perhaps in Galaxies (8)COSMOSES
6 Encourage England as well, to follow rest about giving up energy (10)STRENGTHEN
7 Overdue? Hold premier bank to reverse Euro deposit as ransom (8)LIBERATE
8 Survives wife and others without love, but constant acting within (8)WEATHERS
14 Legitimate circumstances to acquire English asset (4,6)REAL ESTATE
16 Display of liquor cut short at hotel; is restricted (8)BRANDISH
17 Tissue provided by wise men coming home during fast (8)LIGAMENT
18 Immobilise arrogant despot now (4,4) STOP DE* AD
22 Ladylike fellow's weak, upset with sweetheart (6)FEMALE
23 Fools use jargons, time to replace many (6)IDIOTS
24 Girl's love and longing is a mishap (6)GLITCH
27 Harass, evict Tom and collect lease (4)RENT

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

[Joshuaceada]

Aspartame

*Starred clues have no definition, but share a common theme

Across
1* Ian has a sip of cognac and horilka (6)
4 Call from Chanel bra worker returned (6)
9* Does this author have intoxicating effect on his readers? (4)
10 I developed apple balm that cannot be felt (10)
11 Animal needs time to become a bird (6)
12 Database regarding significance of railway (8)
13 A rib slice cooked to be crusty (9)
15* Coal, upon refinement, gives this drug (4)
16 Yearn for a trouser (4)
17* A solution of our angst (9)
21 Tin is above Lanthanum and Tungsten. Those are rules! (5,3)
22* Priest heartily mixes one round (6)
24* Inns where I get sloshed (5,5)
25 Without doubt, lift turn over for a turn over (4)
26* Woman rapidly puked insides out having a drop of raki (6)
27 Write down a case on Nurnberg city (6)

Down
1 Rougher calipers that do not have extreme precision are being recycled (7)
2 Declare that leaders of Oman preaching intolerance need education (5)
3* Extremely inebriated worker is made content with spirit (7)
5 Assert that loyalty with one party is no longer present (6)
6 Spooner is afraid of shoe on plant (5,4)
7 Measure lager brewed with supplement (7)
8* Argue with new ilk disturbing gin cocktail consumption (9,4)
14 A place to relax at a hot zone (3, 6)
16 Speaks about leaving for duck hunts (7)
18 To control hangover, seek extract (7)
19 King got sick, obtained support (7)
20 Telephone — it can heat one up (6)
23 Under the violation, half the content must be erased (5)

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[Russellrvw]

cross
1* Ian has a sip of cognac and horilka (6)
4 Call from Chanel bra worker returned (6) WARBLE (<=T)
9* Does this author have intoxicating effect on his readers? (4)
10 I developed apple balm that cannot be felt (10) (I)(MPALPABLE*)
11 Animal needs time to become a bird (6)
12 Database regarding significance of railway (8)
13 A rib slice cooked to be crusty (9) IRASCIBLE*
15* Coal, upon refinement, gives this drug (4)
16 Yearn for a trouser (4)
17* A solution of our angst (9)
21 Tin is above Lanthanum and Tungsten. Those are rules! (5,3)
22* Priest heartily mixes one round (6)
24* Inns where I get sloshed (5,5)
25 Without doubt, lift turn over for a turn over (4)
26* Woman rapidly puked insides out having a drop of raki (6)
27 Write down a case on Nurnberg city (6)

Down
1 Rougher calipers that do not have extreme precision are being recycled (7)
2 Declare that leaders of Oman preaching intolerance need education (5)
3* Extremely inebriated worker is made content with spirit (7)
5 Assert that loyalty with one party is no longer present (6)
6 Spooner is afraid of shoe on plant (5,4)
7 Measure lager brewed with supplement (7)
8* Argue with new ilk disturbing gin cocktail consumption (9,4) (SPAR)(KL(ING*) WINE*)
14 A place to relax at a hot zone (3, 6)
16 Speaks about leaving for duck hunts (7)
18 To control hangover, seek extract (7)
19 King got sick, obtained support (7)
20 Telephone — it can heat one up (6)
23 Under the violation, half the content must be erased (5)

[Russellfhc]

Across
1* Ian has a sip of cognac and horilka (6) SCOT C H
4 Call from Chanel bra worker returned (6)
9* Does this author have intoxicating effect on his readers? (4)
10 I developed apple balm that cannot be felt (10) IMPALPABLE*
11 Animal needs time to become a bird (6) PIG EON
12 Database regarding significance of railway (8)
13 A rib slice cooked to be crusty (9)
15* Coal, upon refinement, gives this drug (4)
16 Yearn for a trouser (4)
17* A solution of our angst (9)
21 Tin is above Lanthanum and Tungsten. Those are rules! (5,3)
22* Priest heartily mixes one round (6)
24* Inns where I get sloshed (5,5)
25 Without doubt, lift turn over for a turn over (4)
26* Woman rapidly puked insides out having a drop of raki (6)
27 Write down a case on Nurnberg city (6)

Down
1 Rougher calipers that do not have extreme precision are being recycled (7)
2 Declare that leaders of Oman preaching intolerance need education (5) O P I N E
3* Extremely inebriated worker is made content with spirit (7)
5 Assert that loyalty with one party is no longer present (6)
6 Spooner is afraid of shoe on plant (5,4)
7 Measure lager brewed with supplement (7)
8* Argue with new ilk disturbing gin cocktail consumption (9,4) SPAR( KLING WINE)*
14 A place to relax at a hot zone (3, 6)
16 Speaks about leaving for duck hunts (7)
18 To control hangover, seek extract (7)
19 King got sick, obtained support (7)
20 Telephone — it can heat one up (6)
23 Under the violation, half the content must be erased (5)

[deepakgita]

Across
1* Ian has a sip of cognac and horilka (6) SCOT C H
4 Call from Chanel bra worker returned (6) WARBLE (<=T)
9* Does this author have intoxicating effect on his readers? (4) SAKI
10 I developed apple balm that cannot be felt (10) IMPALPABLE*
11 Animal needs time to become a bird (6) PIG EON
12 Database regarding significance of railway (8) REGISTRY
13 A rib slice cooked to be crusty (9) IRASCIBLE*
15* Coal, upon refinement, gives this drug (4) COKE
16 Yearn for a trouser (4) PANT
17* A solution of our angst (9) ANGOUSTRA
21 Tin is above Lanthanum and Tungsten. Those are rules! (5,3)
22* Priest heartily mixes one round (6)
24* Inns where I get sloshed (5,5)
25 Without doubt, lift turn over for a turn over (4)
26* Woman rapidly puked insides out having a drop of raki (6)
27 Write down a case on Nurnberg city (6)

Down
1 Rougher calipers that do not have extreme precision are being recycled (7)
2 Declare that leaders of Oman preaching intolerance need education (5) O P I N E
3* Extremely inebriated worker is made content with spirit (7)
5 Assert that loyalty with one party is no longer present (6)
6 Spooner is afraid of shoe on plant (5,4)
7 Measure lager brewed with supplement (7)
8* Argue with new ilk disturbing gin cocktail consumption (9,4) SPAR( KLING WINE)*
14 A place to relax at a hot zone (3, 6)
16 Speaks about leaving for duck hunts (7)
18 To control hangover, seek extract (7)
19 King got sick, obtained support (7)
20 Telephone — it can heat one up (6)
23 Under the violation, half the content must be erased (5)

[sandhya.p61]

Across
1* Ian has a sip of cognac and horilka (6) SCOT C H
4 Call from Chanel bra worker returned (6) WARBLE (<=T)
9* Does this author have intoxicating effect on his readers? (4) SAKI
10 I developed apple balm that cannot be felt (10) IMPALPABLE*
11 Animal needs time to become a bird (6) PIG EON
12 Database regarding significance of railway (8) REGISTRY
13 A rib slice cooked to be crusty (9) IRASCIBLE*
15* Coal, upon refinement, gives this drug (4) COKE
16 Yearn for a trouser (4) PANT
17* A solution of our angst (9) ANGOUSTRA
21 Tin is above Lanthanum and Tungsten. Those are rules! (5,3) CANON LAW
22* Priest heartily mixes one round (6) ELIXIR
24* Inns where I get sloshed (5,5)
25 Without doubt, lift turn over for a turn over (4)
26* Woman rapidly puked insides out having a drop of raki (6)
27 Write down a case on Nurnberg city (6) PENANG

Down
1 Rougher calipers that do not have extreme precision are being recycled (7)
2 Declare that leaders of Oman preaching intolerance need education (5) O P I N E
3* Extremely inebriated worker is made content with spirit (7)
5 Assert that loyalty with one party is no longer present (6)
6 Spooner is afraid of shoe on plant (5,4) BEAR'S FOOT
7 Measure lager brewed with supplement (7)
8* Argue with new ilk disturbing gin cocktail consumption (9,4) SPAR( KLING WINE)*
14 A place to relax at a hot zone (3, 6)
16 Speaks about leaving for duck hunts (7) POACHES
18 To control hangover, seek extract (7)
19 King got sick, obtained support (7)
20 Telephone — it can heat one up (6)
23 Under the violation, half the content must be erased (5)

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
1* Ian has a sip of cognac and horilka (6) SCOT C H
4 Call from Chanel bra worker returned (6) WARBLE (<=T)
9* Does this author have intoxicating effect on his readers? (4) SAKI
10 I developed apple balm that cannot be felt (10) IMPALPABLE*
11 Animal needs time to become a bird (6) PIG EON
12 Database regarding significance of railway (8) REGISTRY
13 A rib slice cooked to be crusty (9) IRASCIBLE*
15* Coal, upon refinement, gives this drug (4) COKE
16 Yearn for a trouser (4) PANT
17* A solution of our angst (9) ANGOUSTRA
21 Tin is above Lanthanum and Tungsten. Those are rules! (5,3) CANON LAW
22* Priest heartily mixes one round (6) ELIXIR
24* Inns where I get sloshed (5,5)
25 Without doubt, lift turn over for a turn over (4)
26* Woman rapidly puked insides out having a drop of raki (6) SHERRY
27 Write down a case on Nurnberg city (6) PENANG

Down
1 Rougher calipers that do not have extreme precision are being recycled (7)
2 Declare that leaders of Oman preaching intolerance need education (5) O P I N E
3* Extremely inebriated worker is made content with spirit (7)
5 Assert that loyalty with one party is no longer present (6)
6 Spooner is afraid of shoe on plant (5,4) BEARS FOOT
7 Measure lager brewed with supplement (7)
8* Argue with new ilk disturbing gin cocktail consumption (9,4) SPAR( KLING WINE)*
14 A place to relax at a hot zone (3, 6)SUN LOUNGE
16 Speaks about leaving for duck hunts (7) POACHES
18 To control hangover, seek extract (7)OVERSEE
19 King got sick, obtained support (7)RAILING
20 Telephone — it can heat one up (6)BLOWER
23 Under the violation, half the content must be erased (5)INFRA

[sandhya.p61]

17* A solution of our angst (9) ANGOUSTRA

Typo: ANGOSTURA

[Russellbew]

Across
1* Ian has a sip of cognac and horilka (6) SCOT C H
4 Call from Chanel bra worker returned (6) WARBLE (<=T)
9* Does this author have intoxicating effect on his readers? (4) SAKI
10 I developed apple balm that cannot be felt (10) IMPALPABLE*
11 Animal needs time to become a bird (6) PIG EON
12 Database regarding significance of railway (8) REGISTRY
13 A rib slice cooked to be crusty (9) IRASCIBLE*
15* Coal, upon refinement, gives this drug (4) COKE
16 Yearn for a trouser (4) PANT
17* A solution of our angst (9) ANGOUSTRA
21 Tin is above Lanthanum and Tungsten. Those are rules! (5,3) CANON LAW
22* Priest heartily mixes one round (6) ELIXIR
24* Inns where I get sloshed (5,5)RHINE WINES
25 Without doubt, lift turn over for a turn over (4)FLIP
26* Woman rapidly puked insides out having a drop of raki (6) SHERRY
27 Write down a case on Nurnberg city (6) PENANG

Down
1 Rougher calipers that do not have extreme precision are being recycled (7)SCALIER
2 Declare that leaders of Oman preaching intolerance need education (5) O P I N E
3* Extremely inebriated worker is made content with spirit (7)CHIANTI
5 Assert that loyalty with one party is no longer present (6)ALLEGE
6 Spooner is afraid of shoe on plant (5,4) BEARS FOOT
7 Measure lager brewed with supplement (7)ENLARGE
8* Argue with new ilk disturbing gin cocktail consumption (9,4) SPAR( KLING WINE)*
14 A place to relax at a hot zone (3, 6)SUN LOUNGE
16 Speaks about leaving for duck hunts (7) POACHES
18 To control hangover, seek extract (7)OVERSEE
19 King got sick, obtained support (7)RAILING
20 Telephone — it can heat one up (6)BLOWER
23 Under the violation, half the content must be erased (5)INFRA

[Russellbew]

All done :D

[pavalamani pragasam]

:clap::clap::clap: Well done, LV! Heady!!!

[deepakgita]

Spinner

Across
1 Garden used to form type of fern (6,6) ADDERS TONGUE
10 Fruit beer's two-pence (5) APPLE
11 Dear old wife's serious! (9) EXPENSIVE
12 Five sixes extraordinarily hit over short boundary, at the end (6) THIRTY
13 Ladies to split, becoming single (8) ISOLATED
15 Exceptional virtue of a front-runner (9)
16 Dig through cash box (4)
20 Rally for beef, say (4)
21 Regularly marks log with some indication of mass units (9)
24 Teach it properly, keeping student in good shape (8)
26 Sharp reflection in reshined dustpan (6)
28 Diplomatic invitees dance following start of soir?e (9)
29 Remove periods next to end of sentence (5)
30 Agreements broken? Air missile seen around edges of Indian territory! (12)

Down
2 Copy a top clue I'd constructed without a trace of originality (9)
3 Sadly, Isaac wasn't involved in representing accelerations of a particle (8)
4 Court and date, leading to offspring (4)
5 Competition for operator's job (10)
6 Man’s with woman losing heart gradually (6)
7 Be a chauvinist, short of some stuff at the top (5)
8 Squander a point on returning, throwing set (5)
9 Happily recite “I love you”, for starters (7)
14 Insincere gift provided by referee — Not out! (10)
17 Spinner's ways — extremely trouble-free and quick (9)
18 Ministry upset setter by inducting idiot (7)
19 Turn game around with controversy (8)
22 Die peculiarly in quiet surroundings (6)
23 Backer of a new upcoming member (5)
25 Chases Asiatic war clan rallying around terrific leader (5)
27 Short/long period of time (4)

Grid at http://www.thehindu.com/todays-paper/tp-miscellaneous/the-hindu-crossword-11592/article8061276.ece

[Russellfhc]

Across
1 Garden used to form type of fern (6,6) ADDERS TONGUE
10 Fruit beer's two-pence (5) APPLE
11 Dear old wife's serious! (9) EXPENSIVE
12 Five sixes extraordinarily hit over short boundary, at the end (6) THIRTY
13 Ladies to split, becoming single (8) ISOLATED
15 Exceptional virtue of a front-runner (9)FAVOURITE*
16 Dig through cash box (4)
20 Rally for beef, say (4)
21 Regularly marks log with some indication of mass units (9)
24 Teach it properly, keeping student in good shape (8)ATH(L)ETIC*
26 Sharp reflection in reshined dustpan (6)SUDDEN<-
28 Diplomatic invitees dance following start of soir?e (9)
29 Remove periods next to end of sentence (5)
30 Agreements broken? Air missile seen around edges of Indian territory! (12)

Down
2 Copy a top clue I'd constructed without a trace of originality (9)DUPLICATE*
3 Sadly, Isaac wasn't involved in representing accelerations of a particle (8)
4 Court and date, leading to offspring (4)
5 Competition for operator's job (10)OP POSITION
6 Man’s with woman losing heart gradually (6)
7 Be a chauvinist, short of some stuff at the top (5)
8 Squander a point on returning, throwing set (5)
9 Happily recite “I love you”, for starters (7)
14 Insincere gift provided by referee — Not out! (10)
17 Spinner's ways — extremely trouble-free and quick (9)
18 Ministry upset setter by inducting idiot (7)
19 Turn game around with controversy (8)
22 Die peculiarly in quiet surroundings (6)
23 Backer of a new upcoming member (5)
25 Chases Asiatic war clan rallying around terrific leader (5)
27 Short/long period of time (4)

[Russellrvw]

Across
1 Garden used to form type of fern (6,6) ADDER'S TONGUE*
10 Fruit beer's two-pence (5) A(PP)LE
11 Dear old wife's serious! (9) (EX)(PENSIVE)
12 Five sixes extraordinarily hit over short boundary, at the end (6) THI*/R/T/Y
13 Ladies to split, becoming single (8) ISOLATED*
15 Exceptional virtue of a front-runner (9)
16 Dig through cash box (4)
20 Rally for beef, say (4)
21 Regularly marks log with some indication of mass units (9)
24 Teach it properly, keeping student in good shape (8)
26 Sharp reflection in reshined dustpan (6)
28 Diplomatic invitees dance following start of soir?e (9)
29 Remove periods next to end of sentence (5)
30 Agreements broken? Air missile seen around edges of Indian territory! (12)

Down
2 Copy a top clue I'd constructed without a trace of originality (9)
3 Sadly, Isaac wasn't involved in representing accelerations of a particle (8)
4 Court and date, leading to offspring (4)
5 Competition for operator's job (10)
6 Man’s with woman losing heart gradually (6)
7 Be a chauvinist, short of some stuff at the top (5)
8 Squander a point on returning, throwing set (5)
9 Happily recite “I love you”, for starters (7)
14 Insincere gift provided by referee — Not out! (10)
17 Spinner's ways — extremely trouble-free and quick (9)
18 Ministry upset setter by inducting idiot (7)
19 Turn game around with controversy (8)
22 Die peculiarly in quiet surroundings (6)
23 Backer of a new upcoming member (5)
25 Chases Asiatic war clan rallying around terrific leader (5)
27 Short/long period of time (4)

[sandhya.p61]

Across
1 Garden used to form type of fern (6,6) ADDERS TONGUE
10 Fruit beer's two-pence (5) APPLE
11 Dear old wife's serious! (9) EXPENSIVE
12 Five sixes extraordinarily hit over short boundary, at the end (6) THIRTY
13 Ladies to split, becoming single (8) ISOLATED
15 Exceptional virtue of a front-runner (9)FAVOURITE*
16 Dig through cash box (4)
20 Rally for beef, say (4)
21 Regularly marks log with some indication of mass units (9) KILOGRAMS
24 Teach it properly, keeping student in good shape (8)ATH(L)ETIC*
26 Sharp reflection in reshined dustpan (6)SUDDEN<-
28 Diplomatic invitees dance following start of soir?e (9) SENSITIVE
29 Remove periods next to end of sentence (5)
30 Agreements broken? Air missile seen around edges of Indian territory! (12) SIMILARITIES

Down
2 Copy a top clue I'd constructed without a trace of originality (9)DUPLICATE*
3 Sadly, Isaac wasn't involved in representing accelerations of a particle (8) ELECTRON
4 Court and date, leading to offspring (4)
5 Competition for operator's job (10)OP POSITION
6 Man’s with woman losing heart gradually (6)
7 Be a chauvinist, short of some stuff at the top (5)
8 Squander a point on returning, throwing set (5)
9 Happily recite “I love you”, for starters (7)
14 Insincere gift provided by referee — Not out! (10) ARTIFIICIAL
17 Spinner's ways — extremely trouble-free and quick (9)
18 Ministry upset setter by inducting idiot (7)
19 Turn game around with controversy (8)
22 Die peculiarly in quiet surroundings (6)
23 Backer of a new upcoming member (5)
25 Chases Asiatic war clan rallying around terrific leader (5)
27 Short/long period of time (4)

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
1 Garden used to form type of fern (6,6) ADDERS TONGUE
10 Fruit beer's two-pence (5) APPLE
11 Dear old wife's serious! (9) EXPENSIVE
12 Five sixes extraordinarily hit over short boundary, at the end (6) THIRTY
13 Ladies to split, becoming single (8) ISOLATED
15 Exceptional virtue of a front-runner (9)FAVOURITE*
16 Dig through cash box (4)
20 Rally for beef, say (4)
21 Regularly marks log with some indication of mass units (9) KILOGRAMS
24 Teach it properly, keeping student in good shape (8)ATH(L)ETIC*
26 Sharp reflection in reshined dustpan (6)SUDDEN<-
28 Diplomatic invitees dance following start of soir?e (9) SENSITIVE
29 Remove periods next to end of sentence (5)
30 Agreements broken? Air missile seen around edges of Indian territory! (12) SIMILARITIES

Down
2 Copy a top clue I'd constructed without a trace of originality (9)DUPLICATE*
3 Sadly, Isaac wasn't involved in representing accelerations of a particle (8) ELECTRON
4 Court and date, leading to offspring (4)SEED
5 Competition for operator's job (10)OP POSITION
6 Man’s with woman losing heart gradually (6)
7 Be a chauvinist, short of some stuff at the top (5)
8 Squander a point on returning, throwing set (5)
9 Happily recite “I love you”, for starters (7)
14 Insincere gift provided by referee — Not out! (10) ARTIFIICIAL
17 Spinner's ways — extremely trouble-free and quick (9)
18 Ministry upset setter by inducting idiot (7)EMBASSY
19 Turn game around with controversy (8)ARGUMENT
22 Die peculiarly in quiet surroundings (6)
23 Backer of a new upcoming member (5)
25 Chases Asiatic war clan rallying around terrific leader (5)HUNTS
27 Short/long period of time (4)YEAR

[Russellbew]

Across
1 Garden used to form type of fern (6,6) ADDERS TONGUE
10 Fruit beer's two-pence (5) APPLE
11 Dear old wife's serious! (9) EXPENSIVE
12 Five sixes extraordinarily hit over short boundary, at the end (6) THIRTY
13 Ladies to split, becoming single (8) ISOLATED
15 Exceptional virtue of a front-runner (9)FAVOURITE*
16 Dig through cash box (4)
20 Rally for beef, say (4)
21 Regularly marks log with some indication of mass units (9) KILOGRAMS
24 Teach it properly, keeping student in good shape (8)ATH(L)ETIC*
26 Sharp reflection in reshined dustpan (6)SUDDEN<-
28 Diplomatic invitees dance following start of soir?e (9) SENSITIVE
29 Remove periods next to end of sentence (5)
30 Agreements broken? Air missile seen around edges of Indian territory! (12) SIMILARITIES

Down
2 Copy a top clue I'd constructed without a trace of originality (9)DUPLICATE*
3 Sadly, Isaac wasn't involved in representing accelerations of a particle (8) ELECTRON
4 Court and date, leading to offspring (4)SEED
5 Competition for operator's job (10)OP POSITION
6 Man’s with woman losing heart gradually (6)
7 Be a chauvinist, short of some stuff at the top (5)
8 Squander a point on returning, throwing set (5)WASTE
9 Happily recite “I love you”, for starters (7) READILY
14 Insincere gift provided by referee — Not out! (10) ARTIFIICIAL
17 Spinner's ways — extremely trouble-free and quick (9) IMMEDIATE
18 Ministry upset setter by inducting idiot (7)EMBASSY
19 Turn game around with controversy (8)ARGUMENT
22 Die peculiarly in quiet surroundings (6) MEDIUM
23 Backer of a new upcoming member (5) ANGEL
25 Chases Asiatic war clan rallying around terrific leader (5)HUNTS
27 Short/long period of time (4)YEAR

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
1 Garden used to form type of fern (6,6) ADDERS TONGUE
10 Fruit beer's two-pence (5) APPLE
11 Dear old wife's serious! (9) EXPENSIVE
12 Five sixes extraordinarily hit over short boundary, at the end (6) THIRTY
13 Ladies to split, becoming single (8) ISOLATED
15 Exceptional virtue of a front-runner (9)FAVOURITE*
16 Dig through cash box (4)TILL
20 Rally for beef, say (4)MEET
21 Regularly marks log with some indication of mass units (9) KILOGRAMS
24 Teach it properly, keeping student in good shape (8)ATH(L)ETIC*
26 Sharp reflection in reshined dustpan (6)SUDDEN<-
28 Diplomatic invitees dance following start of soir?e (9) SENSITIVE
29 Remove periods next to end of sentence (5)ERASE
30 Agreements broken? Air missile seen around edges of Indian territory! (12) SIMILARITIES

Down
2 Copy a top clue I'd constructed without a trace of originality (9)DUPLICATE*
3 Sadly, Isaac wasn't involved in representing accelerations of a particle (8) ELECTRON
4 Court and date, leading to offspring (4)SEED
5 Competition for operator's job (10)OP POSITION
6 Man’s with woman losing heart gradually (6)GENTLY
7 Be a chauvinist, short of some stuff at the top (5)EXIST
8 Squander a point on returning, throwing set (5)WASTE
9 Happily recite “I love you”, for starters (7) READILY
14 Insincere gift provided by referee — Not out! (10) ARTIFIICIAL
17 Spinner's ways — extremely trouble-free and quick (9) IMMEDIATE
18 Ministry upset setter by inducting idiot (7)EMBASSY
19 Turn game around with controversy (8)ARGUMENT
22 Die peculiarly in quiet surroundings (6) MEDIUM
23 Backer of a new upcoming member (5) ANGEL
25 Chases Asiatic war clan rallying around terrific leader (5)HUNTS
27 Short/long period of time (4)YEAR

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

[deepakgita]

Exa

Across
5 Batting master-class (6)
7 My steel is forged into a piece of armour (8) CORSELET
9 No date after bachelor party (4)
10 Site with guitar playing tips? (10) GRATUITIES
11 Differentiate 9sin(t)/cos(t) to solve for variable (12) INCONSISTENT
13 A little toddler rolled a smoke? Shocking! (6)
15 Follow men's fashion (6)
18 Proof of business — business in a country (12) CONFIRMATION
21 Showing dislike towards popular PG houses (10)
22 Change for 100 spent in an order (4)
23 A male wild boar is heavenly food (8) AMBROSIA
24 Fly across through the borders (6)

Down
1 Reckless of the topless drunk lad to have gone around without drug (8)
2 Admitting travel is about seeing friends (6)
3 Reason a crack's filled with cement (8)
4 Leave for lunch in a bit (4,2)
6 Sports shoes for high terrains (8)
7 Paragraph about a trainee engaged in work (6)
8 Watched river receding around the end of January (4)
12 Immigrant: one on the street (8)
14 Treat as St. John, one saving lives (8)
16 Hernia, it's spreading — yes, it's spreading! (2,3,3)
17 Fossil I carved yields an abundant mineral (6)
18 Fabulous actor's a controversial world figure (6)
19 Seduction of girl by mature woman is hot stuff (6)
20 Down drink in container (4)


http://www.thehindu.com/todays-paper/tp-miscellaneous/the-hindu-crossword-11593/article8068527.ece

[Russellfhc]

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Exa

Across
5 Batting master-class (6)
7 My steel is forged into a piece of armour (8) CORSELET
9 No date after bachelor party (4)
10 Site with guitar playing tips? (10) GRATUITIES
11 Differentiate 9sin(t)/cos(t) to solve for variable (12) INCONSISTENT
13 A little toddler rolled a smoke? Shocking! (6)
15 Follow men's fashion (6)
18 Proof of business — business in a country (12) CONFIRMATION
21 Showing dislike towards popular PG houses (10)
22 Change for 100 spent in an order (4)
23 A male wild boar is heavenly food (8) AMBROSIA
24 Fly across through the borders (6)

Down
1 Reckless of the topless drunk lad to have gone around without drug (8)
2 Admitting travel is about seeing friends (6)
3 Reason a crack's filled with cement (8)
4 Leave for lunch in a bit (4,2)
6 Sports shoes for high terrains (8)
7 Paragraph about a trainee engaged in work (6)
8 Watched river receding around the end of January (4)E(Y)ED<-
12 Immigrant: one on the street (8)
14 Treat as St. John, one saving lives (8)
16 Hernia, it's spreading — yes, it's spreading! (2,3,3)
17 Fossil I carved yields an abundant mineral (6)SILICA(T)
18 Fabulous actor's a controversial world figure (6)CASTRO*
19 Seduction of girl by mature woman is hot stuff (6)
20 Down drink in container (4)

[sandhya.p61]

Across
5 Batting master-class (6)
7 My steel is forged into a piece of armour (8) CORSELET
9 No date after bachelor party (4)
10 Site with guitar playing tips? (10) GRATUITIES
11 Differentiate 9sin(t)/cos(t) to solve for variable (12) INCONSISTENT
13 A little toddler rolled a smoke? Shocking! (6)
15 Follow men's fashion (6) TAILOR
18 Proof of business — business in a country (12) CONFIRMATION
21 Showing dislike towards popular PG houses (10) PRESENTING
22 Change for 100 spent in an order (4)
23 A male wild boar is heavenly food (8) AMBROSIA
24 Fly across through the borders (6) AVIATE

Down
1 Reckless of the topless drunk lad to have gone around without drug (8)
2 Admitting travel is about seeing friends (6)
3 Reason a crack's filled with cement (8)
4 Leave for lunch in a bit (4,2)
6 Sports shoes for high terrains (8)
7 Paragraph about a trainee engaged in work (6)
8 Watched river receding around the end of January (4) E{Y}ED<-
12 Immigrant: one on the street (8) COLONIST
14 Treat as St. John, one saving lives (8)
16 Hernia, it's spreading — yes, it's spreading! (2,3,3) IN THE AIR
17 Fossil I carved yields an abundant mineral (6) SILICA (T)
18 Fabulous actor's a controversial world figure (6) CASTRO*
19 Seduction of girl by mature woman is hot stuff (6)
20 Down drink in container (4)

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
5 Batting master-class (6)
7 My steel is forged into a piece of armour (8) CORSELET
9 No date after bachelor party (4)
10 Site with guitar playing tips? (10) GRATUITIES
11 Differentiate 9sin(t)/cos(t) to solve for variable (12) INCONSISTENT
13 A little toddler rolled a smoke? Shocking! (6)
15 Follow men's fashion (6) TAILOR
18 Proof of business — business in a country (12) CONFIRMATION
21 Showing dislike towards popular PG houses (10) PRESENTING
22 Change for 100 spent in an order (4)
23 A male wild boar is heavenly food (8) AMBROSIA
24 Fly across through the borders (6) AVIATE

Down
1 Reckless of the topless drunk lad to have gone around without drug (8)
2 Admitting travel is about seeing friends (6)
3 Reason a crack's filled with cement (8)
4 Leave for lunch in a bit (4,2)BEAT IT
6 Sports shoes for high terrains (8)TRAINERS
7 Paragraph about a trainee engaged in work (6)CLAUSE
8 Watched river receding around the end of January (4) E{Y}ED<-
12 Immigrant: one on the street (8) COLONIST
14 Treat as St. John, one saving lives (8)CANONISE
16 Hernia, it's spreading — yes, it's spreading! (2,3,3) IN THE AIR
17 Fossil I carved yields an abundant mineral (6) SILICA (T)
18 Fabulous actor's a controversial world figure (6) CASTRO*
19 Seduction of girl by mature woman is hot stuff (6)
20 Down drink in container (4)DRUM

[Russellbew]

Across
5 Batting master-class (6)STREAM
7 My steel is forged into a piece of armour (8) CORSELET
9 No date after bachelor party (4)
10 Site with guitar playing tips? (10) GRATUITIES
11 Differentiate 9sin(t)/cos(t) to solve for variable (12) INCONSISTENT
13 A little toddler rolled a smoke? Shocking! (6)
15 Follow men's fashion (6) TAILOR
18 Proof of business — business in a country (12) CONFIRMATION
21 Showing dislike towards popular PG houses (10) PRESENTING
22 Change for 100 spent in an order (4)
23 A male wild boar is heavenly food (8) AMBROSIA
24 Fly across through the borders (6) AVIATE

Down
1 Reckless of the topless drunk lad to have gone around without drug (8)HEADLONG
2 Admitting travel is about seeing friends (6)AMIGOS
3 Reason a crack's filled with cement (8)ARGUMENT
4 Leave for lunch in a bit (4,2)BEAT IT
6 Sports shoes for high terrains (8)TRAINERS
7 Paragraph about a trainee engaged in work (6)CLAUSE
8 Watched river receding around the end of January (4) E{Y}ED<-
12 Immigrant: one on the street (8) COLONIST
14 Treat as St. John, one saving lives (8)CANONISE
16 Hernia, it's spreading — yes, it's spreading! (2,3,3) IN THE AIR
17 Fossil I carved yields an abundant mineral (6) SILICA (T)
18 Fabulous actor's a controversial world figure (6) CASTRO*
19 Seduction of girl by mature woman is hot stuff (6) MAGMAS
20 Down drink in container (4)DRUM

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
5 Batting master-class (6)STREAM
7 My steel is forged into a piece of armour (8) CORSELET
9 No date after bachelor party (4)BAND
10 Site with guitar playing tips? (10) GRATUITIES
11 Differentiate 9sin(t)/cos(t) to solve for variable (12) INCONSISTENT
13 A little toddler rolled a smoke? Shocking! (6)TRAGIC
15 Follow men's fashion (6) TAILOR
18 Proof of business — business in a country (12) CONFIRMATION
21 Showing dislike towards popular PG houses (10) PRESENTING
22 Change for 100 spent in an order (4)EDIT
23 A male wild boar is heavenly food (8) AMBROSIA
24 Fly across through the borders (6) AVIATE

Down
1 Reckless of the topless drunk lad to have gone around without drug (8)HEADLONG
2 Admitting travel is about seeing friends (6)AMIGOS
3 Reason a crack's filled with cement (8)ARGUMENT
4 Leave for lunch in a bit (4,2)BEAT IT
6 Sports shoes for high terrains (8)TRAINERS
7 Paragraph about a trainee engaged in work (6)CLAUSE
8 Watched river receding around the end of January (4) E{Y}ED<-
12 Immigrant: one on the street (8) COLONIST
14 Treat as St. John, one saving lives (8)CANONISE
16 Hernia, it's spreading — yes, it's spreading! (2,3,3) IN THE AIR
17 Fossil I carved yields an abundant mineral (6) SILICA (T)
18 Fabulous actor's a controversial world figure (6) CASTRO*
19 Seduction of girl by mature woman is hot stuff (6) MAGMAS
20 Down drink in container (4)DRUM

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

[deepakgita]

Across
1 Optional term otherwise relating to large city (12) METROPOLITAN
9 Crush good part of orange (5) GRIND
10 Attention occupied by work in New York waterway (4,5) EAST RIVER
11 Delicate eastern article, not fake (8) ETHEREAL
12 Hearts captured by artist with a flower (6) DAHLIA
14 Exposes new troubles (5)
16 Maintain faltering debate, finally lifeless (9)
18 Source of popular fashion followed by worker? (9)
19 County’s southern dialect, not northern (5)
20 Cowboy with a cough in a bad way (6)
22 Historic event set down by gospel writer (8)
25 Repose interrupted by coach in control (9)
26 Improve condition in mixture of dye (5)
27 Film from Billy Wilder’s collection with skill seen by people time after time (3,9)


Down
2 Singer showing heart of defiance in depth if suffering (5,4)
3 Jockey relieved to be over hesitation (5)
4 Regarding hurt, appeal to stop friend before tying the knot (10)
5 Go on at the end (4)
6 Small turtles, poor pair, grabbed by seabirds (9)
7 Original verse during Christmas (5)
8 Doubtful about facility, brother? Get a mechanic (6,6)
9 Envious, identifies growing ability (5,7)
13 Expert rates stamp poorly (4,6)
15 Cleaner in rush for additional payment (9)
17 Disturbance produced by taint Iago concocted (9)
21 Out of bed and ready for trouble (5)
23 Democrat with drive filled with energy and hope (5)
24 Drooping, walk unevenly (4)


http://www.thehindu.com/features/magazine/the-sunday-crossword/article8341701.ece

[sandhya.p61]

Across
1 Optional term otherwise relating to large city (12) METROPOLITAN
9 Crush good part of orange (5) GRIND
10 Attention occupied by work in New York waterway (4,5) EAST RIVER
11 Delicate eastern article, not fake (8) ETHEREAL
12 Hearts captured by artist with a flower (6) DAHLIA
14 Exposes new troubles (5)
16 Maintain faltering debate, finally lifeless (9)
18 Source of popular fashion followed by worker? (9)
19 County’s southern dialect, not northern (5)
20 Cowboy with a cough in a bad way (6)
22 Historic event set down by gospel writer (8)
25 Repose interrupted by coach in control (9) RESTRAINT
26 Improve condition in mixture of dye (5)
27 Film from Billy Wilder’s collection with skill seen by people time after time (3,9)


Down
2 Singer showing heart of defiance in depth if suffering (5,4)
3 Jockey relieved to be over hesitation (5)
4 Regarding hurt, appeal to stop friend before tying the knot (10) PREMARITAL
5 Go on at the end (4)
6 Small turtles, poor pair, grabbed by seabirds (9) TERRAPINS
7 Original verse during Christmas (5)
8 Doubtful about facility, brother? Get a mechanic (6,6) GREASE MONKEY
9 Envious, identifies growing ability (5,7) GREEN FINGERS
13 Expert rates stamp poorly (4,6)
15 Cleaner in rush for additional payment (9)
17 Disturbance produced by taint Iago concocted (9)
21 Out of bed and ready for trouble (5)
23 Democrat with drive filled with energy and hope (5)
24 Drooping, walk unevenly (4)

[Russellbew]

Across
1 Optional term otherwise relating to large city (12) METROPOLITAN
9 Crush good part of orange (5) GRIND
10 Attention occupied by work in New York waterway (4,5) EAST RIVER
11 Delicate eastern article, not fake (8) ETHEREAL
12 Hearts captured by artist with a flower (6) DAHLIA
14 Exposes new troubles (5)
16 Maintain faltering debate, finally lifeless (9)
18 Source of popular fashion followed by worker? (9)
19 County’s southern dialect, not northern (5)
20 Cowboy with a cough in a bad way (6)
22 Historic event set down by gospel writer (8)
25 Repose interrupted by coach in control (9) RESTRAINT
26 Improve condition in mixture of dye (5)
27 Film from Billy Wilder’s collection with skill seen by people time after time (3,9)


Down
2 Singer showing heart of defiance in depth if suffering (5,4)
3 Jockey relieved to be over hesitation (5)RIDER
4 Regarding hurt, appeal to stop friend before tying the knot (10) PREMARITAL
5 Go on at the end (4)LAST
6 Small turtles, poor pair, grabbed by seabirds (9) TERRAPINS
7 Original verse during Christmas (5)
8 Doubtful about facility, brother? Get a mechanic (6,6) GREASE MONKEY
9 Envious, identifies growing ability (5,7) GREEN FINGERS
13 Expert rates stamp poorly (4,6)PAST MASTER
15 Cleaner in rush for additional payment (9)
17 Disturbance produced by taint Iago concocted (9)AGITATION
21 Out of bed and ready for trouble (5)UPSET
23 Democrat with drive filled with energy and hope (5)
24 Drooping, walk unevenly (4)

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
1 Optional term otherwise relating to large city (12) METROPOLITAN
9 Crush good part of orange (5) GRIND
10 Attention occupied by work in New York waterway (4,5) EAST RIVER
11 Delicate eastern article, not fake (8) ETHEREAL
12 Hearts captured by artist with a flower (6) DAHLIA
14 Exposes new troubles (5)NAILS
16 Maintain faltering debate, finally lifeless (9)INANIMATE
18 Source of popular fashion followed by worker? (9)INFORMANT
19 County’s southern dialect, not northern (5)SLIGO
20 Cowboy with a cough in a bad way (6)GAUCHO
22 Historic event set down by gospel writer (8)LANDMARK
25 Repose interrupted by coach in control (9) RESTRAINT
26 Improve condition in mixture of dye (5)EDIFY
27 Film from Billy Wilder’s collection with skill seen by people time after time (3,9)THE APARTMENT


Down
2 Singer showing heart of defiance in depth if suffering (5,4)EDITH PIAF
3 Jockey relieved to be over hesitation (5)RIDER
4 Regarding hurt, appeal to stop friend before tying the knot (10) PREMARITAL
5 Go on at the end (4)LAST
6 Small turtles, poor pair, grabbed by seabirds (9) TERRAPINS
7 Original verse during Christmas (5)NOVEL
8 Doubtful about facility, brother? Get a mechanic (6,6) GREASE MONKEY
9 Envious, identifies growing ability (5,7) GREEN FINGERS
13 Expert rates stamp poorly (4,6)PAST MASTER
15 Cleaner in rush for additional payment (9)SURCHARGE
17 Disturbance produced by taint Iago concocted (9)AGITATION
21 Out of bed and ready for trouble (5)UPSET
23 Democrat with drive filled with energy and hope (5)DREAM
24 Drooping, walk unevenly (4)LIMP

:clap::clap::clap: Good!

[Joshuaceada]

Gridman

Across
1 A grave order to second-grade weapon (4,4)
5 Solvent ace has nothing hidden in apartment (6)
9 Everyone sailing is totally confused (3,2,3)
10 Not in accord with old Nicaraguan rebel (6)
12 Hold-all's beginning to halt relatives (4)
13 Task of worker is to go around messing about (10)
15 Was soldier back to begin joining picture in pieces? (6)
17 Search for small trial room cut short (5)
20 Well-oiled Greek left disburdened (5)
21 European publication bringing back some light (6)
24 A piece for father's little bird? Too late for that sort of thing (1,3,4,2)
27 Limitless cane for Indian flour (4)
29 Endless dearth overwhelmed Rajasthan's premier merchant (6)
30 Prose Sen composed elicits rejoinder (8)
31 Joint on free movement (6)
32 Educated ones' almost matter-of-fact hint stopped short (8)

Down
1 A learner faces question on a US territory (6)
2 Concerning the dead in recent times (2,4)
3 Stakes by letting ace among Indian sons to leave (4)
4 Fulfils the requirements of athletic events (5)
6 Gone to circulate news at first (5)
7 John to be trained so as to be working (2,3,3)
8 Time ryot begins to cast farm machines (8)
11 Important person extensive with police officer (6)
14 Soft note lingered end to end (4)
16 Prophet in South Africa gets Indian delicacy (6)
17 A burst of this might cause a wardrobe malfunction (4)
18 Bad stratagem: time-out for Bollywood mogul... (4,4)
19 ...In the role of criminal: take a big breath (8)
22 Lines half-stop teetotallers going around New Zealand (6)
23 Own incompletely illumined mansion (6)
25 A bit calm, say (5)
26 Ancient tribe bringing up some elephantine citizens (5)
28 Mistake drives many away from church recess (4)

http://www.thehindu.com/todays-paper/tp-miscellaneous/the-hindu-crossword-11596/article8081661.ece

[Russellrvw]

Across
1 A grave order to second-grade weapon (4,4) (A)(TOM B)(OM)(B)
5 Solvent ace has nothing hidden in apartment (6)
9 Everyone sailing is totally confused (3,2,3) (ALL) (AT SEA)
10 Not in accord with old Nicaraguan rebel (6)
12 Hold-all's beginning to halt relatives (4)
13 Task of worker is to go around messing about (10)
15 Was soldier back to begin joining picture in pieces? (6)
17 Search for small trial room cut short (5)
20 Well-oiled Greek left disburdened (5)
21 European publication bringing back some light (6)
24 A piece for father's little bird? Too late for that sort of thing (1,3,4,2)
27 Limitless cane for Indian flour (4)
29 Endless dearth overwhelmed Rajasthan's premier merchant (6)
30 Prose Sen composed elicits rejoinder (8)
31 Joint on free movement (6)
32 Educated ones' almost matter-of-fact hint stopped short (8)

Down
1 A learner faces question on a US territory (6) (A)(L)(ASK)(A)
2 Concerning the dead in recent times (2,4) (OF) (LATE)
3 Stakes by letting ace among Indian sons to leave (4) BET[-a]S
4 Fulfils the requirements of athletic events (5)
6 Gone to circulate news at first (5)
7 John to be trained so as to be working (2,3,3)
8 Time ryot begins to cast farm machines (8)
11 Important person extensive with police officer (6)
14 Soft note lingered end to end (4)
16 Prophet in South Africa gets Indian delicacy (6)
17 A burst of this might cause a wardrobe malfunction (4)
18 Bad stratagem: time-out for Bollywood mogul... (4,4)
19 ...In the role of criminal: take a big breath (8)
22 Lines half-stop teetotallers going around New Zealand (6)
23 Own incompletely illumined mansion (6)
25 A bit calm, say (5)
26 Ancient tribe bringing up some elephantine citizens (5)
28 Mistake drives many away from church recess (4)

[deepakgita]

Across
1 A grave order to second-grade weapon (4,4) (A)(TOM B)(OM)(B)
5 Solvent ace has nothing hidden in apartment (6) AFLOAT
9 Everyone sailing is totally confused (3,2,3) (ALL) (AT SEA)
10 Not in accord with old Nicaraguan rebel (6) CONTRA
12 Hold-all's beginning to halt relatives (4) KITH
13 Task of worker is to go around messing about (10) ASSIGNMENT
15 Was soldier back to begin joining picture in pieces? (6) JIGSAW
17 Search for small trial room cut short (5)
20 Well-oiled Greek left disburdened (5)
21 European publication bringing back some light (6)
24 A piece for father's little bird? Too late for that sort of thing (1,3,4,2)
27 Limitless cane for Indian flour (4)
29 Endless dearth overwhelmed Rajasthan's premier merchant (6)
30 Prose Sen composed elicits rejoinder (8)
31 Joint on free movement (6)
32 Educated ones' almost matter-of-fact hint stopped short (8)

Down
1 A learner faces question on a US territory (6) (A)(L)(ASK)(A)
2 Concerning the dead in recent times (2,4) (OF) (LATE)
3 Stakes by letting ace among Indian sons to leave (4) BET[-a]S
4 Fulfils the requirements of athletic events (5)
6 Gone to circulate news at first (5)
7 John to be trained so as to be working (2,3,3)
8 Time ryot begins to cast farm machines (8)
11 Important person extensive with police officer (6)
14 Soft note lingered end to end (4)
16 Prophet in South Africa gets Indian delicacy (6)
17 A burst of this might cause a wardrobe malfunction (4)
18 Bad stratagem: time-out for Bollywood mogul... (4,4)
19 ...In the role of criminal: take a big breath (8)
22 Lines half-stop teetotallers going around New Zealand (6)
23 Own incompletely illumined mansion (6)
25 A bit calm, say (5)
26 Ancient tribe bringing up some elephantine citizens (5)
28 Mistake drives many away from church recess (4)

[sandhya.p61]

Across
1 A grave order to second-grade weapon (4,4) (A)(TOM B)(OM)(B)
5 Solvent ace has nothing hidden in apartment (6) AFLOAT
9 Everyone sailing is totally confused (3,2,3) (ALL) (AT SEA)
10 Not in accord with old Nicaraguan rebel (6) CONTRA
12 Hold-all's beginning to halt relatives (4) KITH
13 Task of worker is to go around messing about (10) ASSIGNMENT
15 Was soldier back to begin joining picture in pieces? (6) JIGSAW
17 Search for small trial room cut short (5)
20 Well-oiled Greek left disburdened (5)
21 European publication bringing back some light (6) MAGYAR
24 A piece for father's little bird? Too late for that sort of thing (1,3,4,2)
27 Limitless cane for Indian flour (4)
29 Endless dearth overwhelmed Rajasthan's premier merchant (6)
30 Prose Sen composed elicits rejoinder (8)
31 Joint on free movement (6)
32 Educated ones' almost matter-of-fact hint stopped short (8) LITERATI

Down
1 A learner faces question on a US territory (6) (A)(L)(ASK)(A)
2 Concerning the dead in recent times (2,4) (OF) (LATE)
3 Stakes by letting ace among Indian sons to leave (4) BET[-a]S
4 Fulfils the requirements of athletic events (5)
6 Gone to circulate news at first (5)
7 John to be trained so as to be working (2,3,3)
8 Time ryot begins to cast farm machines (8)
11 Important person extensive with police officer (6)
14 Soft note lingered end to end (4)
16 Prophet in South Africa gets Indian delicacy (6)
17 A burst of this might cause a wardrobe malfunction (4)
18 Bad stratagem: time-out for Bollywood mogul... (4,4) MEGA STAR
19 ...In the role of criminal: take a big breath (8)
22 Lines half-stop teetotallers going around New Zealand (6) STANZA
23 Own incompletely illumined mansion (6) HAVELI
25 A bit calm, say (5)
26 Ancient tribe bringing up some elephantine citizens (5)
28 Mistake drives many away from church recess (4)

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
1 A grave order to second-grade weapon (4,4) (A)(TOM B)(OM)(B)
5 Solvent ace has nothing hidden in apartment (6) AFLOAT
9 Everyone sailing is totally confused (3,2,3) (ALL) (AT SEA)
10 Not in accord with old Nicaraguan rebel (6) CONTRA
12 Hold-all's beginning to halt relatives (4) KITH
13 Task of worker is to go around messing about (10) ASSIGNMENT
15 Was soldier back to begin joining picture in pieces? (6) JIGSAW
17 Search for small trial room cut short (5)
20 Well-oiled Greek left disburdened (5)
21 European publication bringing back some light (6) MAGYAR
24 A piece for father's little bird? Too late for that sort of thing (1,3,4,2)
27 Limitless cane for Indian flour (4)
29 Endless dearth overwhelmed Rajasthan's premier merchant (6)
30 Prose Sen composed elicits rejoinder (8)
31 Joint on free movement (6)
32 Educated ones' almost matter-of-fact hint stopped short (8) LITERATI

Down
1 A learner faces question on a US territory (6) (A)(L)(ASK)(A)
2 Concerning the dead in recent times (2,4) (OF) (LATE)
3 Stakes by letting ace among Indian sons to leave (4) BET[-a]S
4 Fulfils the requirements of athletic events (5)MEETS
6 Gone to circulate news at first (5)
7 John to be trained so as to be working (2,3,3)
8 Time ryot begins to cast farm machines (8)TRACTORS
11 Important person extensive with police officer (6)
14 Soft note lingered end to end (4)
16 Prophet in South Africa gets Indian delicacy (6)
17 A burst of this might cause a wardrobe malfunction (4)
18 Bad stratagem: time-out for Bollywood mogul... (4,4) MEGA STAR
19 ...In the role of criminal: take a big breath (8)ASPIRATE
22 Lines half-stop teetotallers going around New Zealand (6) STANZA
23 Own incompletely illumined mansion (6) HAVELI
25 A bit calm, say (5)PIECE
26 Ancient tribe bringing up some elephantine citizens (5)
28 Mistake drives many away from church recess (4)APSE

[Russellbew]

Across
1 A grave order to second-grade weapon (4,4) (A)(TOM B)(OM)(B)
5 Solvent ace has nothing hidden in apartment (6) AFLOAT
9 Everyone sailing is totally confused (3,2,3) (ALL) (AT SEA)
10 Not in accord with old Nicaraguan rebel (6) CONTRA
12 Hold-all's beginning to halt relatives (4) KITH
13 Task of worker is to go around messing about (10) ASSIGNMENT
15 Was soldier back to begin joining picture in pieces? (6) JIGSAW
17 Search for small trial room cut short (5)
20 Well-oiled Greek left disburdened (5)EASED
21 European publication bringing back some light (6) MAGYAR
24 A piece for father's little bird? Too late for that sort of thing (1,3,4,2)
27 Limitless cane for Indian flour (4)ATTA
29 Endless dearth overwhelmed Rajasthan's premier merchant (6)TRADER
30 Prose Sen composed elicits rejoinder (8)RESPONSE
31 Joint on free movement (6)
32 Educated ones' almost matter-of-fact hint stopped short (8) LITERATI

Down
1 A learner faces question on a US territory (6) (A)(L)(ASK)(A)
2 Concerning the dead in recent times (2,4) (OF) (LATE)
3 Stakes by letting ace among Indian sons to leave (4) BET[-a]S
4 Fulfils the requirements of athletic events (5)MEETS
6 Gone to circulate news at first (5)
7 John to be trained so as to be working (2,3,3) ON THE JOB
8 Time ryot begins to cast farm machines (8)TRACTORS
11 Important person extensive with police officer (6)
14 Soft note lingered end to end (4)
16 Prophet in South Africa gets Indian delicacy (6)
17 A burst of this might cause a wardrobe malfunction (4)
18 Bad stratagem: time-out for Bollywood mogul... (4,4) MEGA STAR
19 ...In the role of criminal: take a big breath (8)ASPIRATE
22 Lines half-stop teetotallers going around New Zealand (6) STANZA
23 Own incompletely illumined mansion (6) HAVELI
25 A bit calm, say (5)PIECE
26 Ancient tribe bringing up some elephantine citizens (5)
28 Mistake drives many away from church recess (4)APSE

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
1 A grave order to second-grade weapon (4,4) (A)(TOM B)(OM)(B)
5 Solvent ace has nothing hidden in apartment (6) AFLOAT
9 Everyone sailing is totally confused (3,2,3) (ALL) (AT SEA)
10 Not in accord with old Nicaraguan rebel (6) CONTRA
12 Hold-all's beginning to halt relatives (4) KITH
13 Task of worker is to go around messing about (10) ASSIGNMENT
15 Was soldier back to begin joining picture in pieces? (6) JIGSAW
17 Search for small trial room cut short (5)SCOUR
20 Well-oiled Greek left disburdened (5)EASED
21 European publication bringing back some light (6) MAGYAR
24 A piece for father's little bird? Too late for that sort of thing (1,3,4,2)A BIT PAST IT
27 Limitless cane for Indian flour (4)ATTA
29 Endless dearth overwhelmed Rajasthan's premier merchant (6)TRADER
30 Prose Sen composed elicits rejoinder (8)RESPONSE
31 Joint on free movement (6)REEFER
32 Educated ones' almost matter-of-fact hint stopped short (8) LITERATI

Down
1 A learner faces question on a US territory (6) (A)(L)(ASK)(A)
2 Concerning the dead in recent times (2,4) (OF) (LATE)
3 Stakes by letting ace among Indian sons to leave (4) BET[-a]S
4 Fulfils the requirements of athletic events (5)MEETS
6 Gone to circulate news at first (5)FLOWN
7 John to be trained so as to be working (2,3,3) ON THE JOB
8 Time ryot begins to cast farm machines (8)TRACTORS
11 Important person extensive with police officer (6)BIGWIG
14 Soft note lingered end to end (4)MILD
16 Prophet in South Africa gets Indian delicacy (6)SAMOSA
17 A burst of this might cause a wardrobe malfunction (4)SNAP
18 Bad stratagem: time-out for Bollywood mogul... (4,4) MEGA STAR
19 ...In the role of criminal: take a big breath (8)ASPIRATE
22 Lines half-stop teetotallers going around New Zealand (6) STANZA
23 Own incompletely illumined mansion (6) HAVELI
25 A bit calm, say (5)PIECE
26 Ancient tribe bringing up some elephantine citizens (5)ICENI
28 Mistake drives many away from church recess (4)APSE

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

[Joshuaceada]

Gridman

Across
1 Look, accept a danger's looming (4,1,6)
9 Fixes blame back on a plant (7)
10 The French politician working around old satire (7)
11 Setting straight: Labour leader goes out feeling remorseful (5)
12 Fix mother's part in elaborate procedure (9)
13 Powai streetwalker exposes midriff (5)
15 Somehow need approval, with female leaving enterprise (9)
18 Check seat, fix again (9)
21 Return early to set central hangman's halter (5)
22 Former African island given Indian article (9)
24 Handled prince — quite feared (5)
26 Goalie you finally drafted gets praise (7)
27 Noble dissipated ire before now (7)
28 Walk two times aimlessly, mix up, say senseless things (4,7)

Down
1 Two pieces of garment are of the highest quality (3-6)
2 Former UN leader gets one women's dress in India (5)
3 Sailor cancels out and gives up (9)
4 Slander according to senior engineer (7)
5 Overwhelmed big brute indeed (7)
6 Spirit with which graduate joins dance (5)
7 Sadly, do see spoor getting lost with power gone (8)
8 At one time ostentatious, without any limit (4)
14 “__ __ __, then I would” (2,1,5)
16 Tamil brother and father pass over vessel in peak (9)
17 Confirm again ordering of sorer need (2-7)
19 Suffer, following a large girl (7)
20 Look, new hotel customer, not superior, is most tedious (7)
22 King to escape back leaving female in dance (4)
23 Therefore begin terminating plant disease (5)
25 Crazy with dire manifestation (5)

http://www.thehindu.com/todays-paper/tp-miscellaneous/the-hindu-crossword-11597/article8085881.ece

[deepakgita]

Across
1 Look, accept a danger's looming (4,1,6) TAKE A GANDER
9 Fixes blame back on a plant (7) PARSNIP
10 The French politician working around old satire (7) LAMPOON
11 Setting straight: Labour leader goes out feeling remorseful (5) RUING
12 Fix mother's part in elaborate procedure (9) RIGMAROLE
13 Powai streetwalker exposes midriff (5)
15 Somehow need approval, with female leaving enterprise (9)
18 Check seat, fix again (9)
21 Return early to set central hangman's halter (5)
22 Former African island given Indian article (9)
24 Handled prince — quite feared (5)
26 Goalie you finally drafted gets praise (7)
27 Noble dissipated ire before now (7)
28 Walk two times aimlessly, mix up, say senseless things (4,7)

Down
1 Two pieces of garment are of the highest quality (3-6)
2 Former UN leader gets one women's dress in India (5)
3 Sailor cancels out and gives up (9)
4 Slander according to senior engineer (7)
5 Overwhelmed big brute indeed (7)
6 Spirit with which graduate joins dance (5)
7 Sadly, do see spoor getting lost with power gone (8)
8 At one time ostentatious, without any limit (4)
14 “__ __ __, then I would” (2,1,5)
16 Tamil brother and father pass over vessel in peak (9)
17 Confirm again ordering of sorer need (2-7)
19 Suffer, following a large girl (7)
20 Look, new hotel customer, not superior, is most tedious (7)
22 King to escape back leaving female in dance (4)
23 Therefore begin terminating plant disease (5)
25 Crazy with dire manifestation (5)

[Russellrvw]

Across
1 Look, accept a danger's looming (4,1,6) TAKE A GANDER
9 Fixes blame back on a plant (7) PARSNIP
10 The French politician working around old satire (7) LAMPOON
11 Setting straight: Labour leader goes out feeling remorseful (5) RUING
12 Fix mother's part in elaborate procedure (9) RIGMAROLE
13 Powai streetwalker exposes midriff (5)
15 Somehow need approval, with female leaving enterprise (9) (ENDE*)([-f]AVOUR)
18 Check seat, fix again (9)
21 Return early to set central hangman's halter (5)
22 Former African island given Indian article (9)
24 Handled prince — quite feared (5)
26 Goalie you finally drafted gets praise (7)
27 Noble dissipated ire before now (7)
28 Walk two times aimlessly, mix up, say senseless things (4,7)

Down
1 Two pieces of garment are of the highest quality (3-6) (TOP)-(DRAWER)
2 Former UN leader gets one women's dress in India (5) (KURT)(I)
3 Sailor cancels out and gives up (9)
4 Slander according to senior engineer (7) AS/PER/SE
5 Overwhelmed big brute indeed (7)
6 Spirit with which graduate joins dance (5)
7 Sadly, do see spoor getting lost with power gone (8) (DO)(LO)(ROSO*-p)
8 At one time ostentatious, without any limit (4)
14 “__ __ __, then I would” (2,1,5)
16 Tamil brother and father pass over vessel in peak (9)
17 Confirm again ordering of sorer need (2-7)
19 Suffer, following a large girl (7)
20 Look, new hotel customer, not superior, is most tedious (7)
22 King to escape back leaving female in dance (4)
23 Therefore begin terminating plant disease (5)
25 Crazy with dire manifestation (5)

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
1 Look, accept a danger's looming (4,1,6) TAKE A GANDER
9 Fixes blame back on a plant (7) PARSNIP
10 The French politician working around old satire (7) LAMPOON
11 Setting straight: Labour leader goes out feeling remorseful (5) RUING
12 Fix mother's part in elaborate procedure (9) RIGMAROLE
13 Powai streetwalker exposes midriff (5)
15 Somehow need approval, with female leaving enterprise (9) (ENDE*)([-f]AVOUR)
18 Check seat, fix again (9)
21 Return early to set central hangman's halter (5)NOOSE
22 Former African island given Indian article (9)
24 Handled prince — quite feared (5)
26 Goalie you finally drafted gets praise (7)
27 Noble dissipated ire before now (7)EARLIER
28 Walk two times aimlessly, mix up, say senseless things (4,7)

Down
1 Two pieces of garment are of the highest quality (3-6) (TOP)-(DRAWER)
2 Former UN leader gets one women's dress in India (5) (KURT)(I)
3 Sailor cancels out and gives up (9)
4 Slander according to senior engineer (7) AS/PER/SE
5 Overwhelmed big brute indeed (7)
6 Spirit with which graduate joins dance (5)RUMBA
7 Sadly, do see spoor getting lost with power gone (8) (DO)(LO)(ROSO*-p)
8 At one time ostentatious, without any limit (4)ONCE
14 “__ __ __, then I would” (2,1,5)
16 Tamil brother and father pass over vessel in peak (9)
17 Confirm again ordering of sorer need (2-7)RE-ENDORSE
19 Suffer, following a large girl (7)
20 Look, new hotel customer, not superior, is most tedious (7)
22 King to escape back leaving female in dance (4)
23 Therefore begin terminating plant disease (5)
25 Crazy with dire manifestation (5)

[sandhya.p61]

Across
1 Look, accept a danger's looming (4,1,6) TAKE A GANDER
9 Fixes blame back on a plant (7) PARSNIP
10 The French politician working around old satire (7) LAMPOON
11 Setting straight: Labour leader goes out feeling remorseful (5) RUING
12 Fix mother's part in elaborate procedure (9) RIGMAROLE
13 Powai streetwalker exposes midriff (5)
15 Somehow need approval, with female leaving enterprise (9) (ENDE*)([-f]AVOUR)
18 Check seat, fix again (9)
21 Return early to set central hangman's halter (5)NOOSE
22 Former African island given Indian article (9)
24 Handled prince — quite feared (5)
26 Goalie you finally drafted gets praise (7) EULOGIA
27 Noble dissipated ire before now (7)EARLIER
28 Walk two times aimlessly, mix up, say senseless things (4,7)

Down
1 Two pieces of garment are of the highest quality (3-6) (TOP)-(DRAWER)
2 Former UN leader gets one women's dress in India (5) (KURT)(I)
3 Sailor cancels out and gives up (9) ABNEGATES
4 Slander according to senior engineer (7) AS/PER/SE
5 Overwhelmed big brute indeed (7)
6 Spirit with which graduate joins dance (5)RUMBA
7 Sadly, do see spoor getting lost with power gone (8) (DO)(LO)(ROSO*-p)
8 At one time ostentatious, without any limit (4)ONCE
14 “__ __ __, then I would” (2,1,5) IF I COULD
16 Tamil brother and father pass over vessel in peak (9) ANNAPURNA
17 Confirm again ordering of sorer need (2-7)RE-ENDORSE
19 Suffer, following a large girl (7)
20 Look, new hotel customer, not superior, is most tedious (7) LONGEST
22 King to escape back leaving female in dance (4)
23 Therefore begin terminating plant disease (5)
25 Crazy with dire manifestation (5)

[Russellbew]

Across
1 Look, accept a danger's looming (4,1,6) TAKE A GANDER
9 Fixes blame back on a plant (7) PARSNIP
10 The French politician working around old satire (7) LAMPOON
11 Setting straight: Labour leader goes out feeling remorseful (5) RUING
12 Fix mother's part in elaborate procedure (9) RIGMAROLE
13 Powai streetwalker exposes midriff (5)WAIST
15 Somehow need approval, with female leaving enterprise (9) (ENDE*)([-f]AVOUR)
18 Check seat, fix again (9)
21 Return early to set central hangman's halter (5)NOOSE
22 Former African island given Indian article (9)
24 Handled prince — quite feared (5)
26 Goalie you finally drafted gets praise (7) EULOGIA
27 Noble dissipated ire before now (7)EARLIER
28 Walk two times aimlessly, mix up, say senseless things (4,7)TALK TWADDLE

Down
1 Two pieces of garment are of the highest quality (3-6) (TOP)-(DRAWER)
2 Former UN leader gets one women's dress in India (5) (KURT)(I)
3 Sailor cancels out and gives up (9) ABNEGATES
4 Slander according to senior engineer (7) AS/PER/SE
5 Overwhelmed big brute indeed (7)
6 Spirit with which graduate joins dance (5)RUMBA
7 Sadly, do see spoor getting lost with power gone (8) (DO)(LO)(ROSO*-p)
8 At one time ostentatious, without any limit (4)ONCE
14 “__ __ __, then I would” (2,1,5) IF I COULD
16 Tamil brother and father pass over vessel in peak (9) ANNAPURNA
17 Confirm again ordering of sorer need (2-7)RE-ENDORSE
19 Suffer, following a large girl (7)
20 Look, new hotel customer, not superior, is most tedious (7) LONGEST
22 King to escape back leaving female in dance (4)REEL
23 Therefore begin terminating plant disease (5)ERGOT
25 Crazy with dire manifestation (5)WEIRD

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
1 Look, accept a danger's looming (4,1,6) TAKE A GANDER
9 Fixes blame back on a plant (7) PARSNIP
10 The French politician working around old satire (7) LAMPOON
11 Setting straight: Labour leader goes out feeling remorseful (5) RUING
12 Fix mother's part in elaborate procedure (9) RIGMAROLE
13 Powai streetwalker exposes midriff (5)WAIST
15 Somehow need approval, with female leaving enterprise (9) (ENDE*)([-f]AVOUR)
18 Check seat, fix again (9)REINSTALL
21 Return early to set central hangman's halter (5)NOOSE
22 Former African island given Indian article (9)RHODESIAN
24 Handled prince — quite feared (5)PAWED
26 Goalie you finally drafted gets praise (7) EULOGIA
27 Noble dissipated ire before now (7)EARLIER
28 Walk two times aimlessly, mix up, say senseless things (4,7)TALK TWADDLE

Down
1 Two pieces of garment are of the highest quality (3-6) (TOP)-(DRAWER)
2 Former UN leader gets one women's dress in India (5) (KURT)(I)
3 Sailor cancels out and gives up (9) ABNEGATES
4 Slander according to senior engineer (7) AS/PER/SE
5 Overwhelmed big brute indeed (7)DELUGED
6 Spirit with which graduate joins dance (5)RUMBA
7 Sadly, do see spoor getting lost with power gone (8) (DO)(LO)(ROSO*-p)
8 At one time ostentatious, without any limit (4)ONCE
14 “__ __ __, then I would” (2,1,5) IF I COULD
16 Tamil brother and father pass over vessel in peak (9) ANNAPURNA
17 Confirm again ordering of sorer need (2-7)RE-ENDORSE
19 Suffer, following a large girl (7)ABIGAIL
20 Look, new hotel customer, not superior, is most tedious (7) LONGEST
22 King to escape back leaving female in dance (4)REEL
23 Therefore begin terminating plant disease (5)ERGOT
25 Crazy with dire manifestation (5)WEIRD

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

[Joshuaceada]

Gridman

Across
1 Helps fix reverse rotation (8)
6 Sailor and French second in crime (4)
9 Bones almost hit, with some hesitations within (6)
10 Decipher escort has changed top (4,3)
13 Haulage vehicle, having no time, dismisses hikers' burdens (9)
14 North Indian merchants are back offering evergreen shrub (5)
15 Very right type (4)
16 Red with rage, a father's quirkily varied market outside (10)
19 “No, my tirade is skewered.” Setter's confession that he needs some more time (2,3,5)
21 And in France you and I to get a decorative case (4)
24 Raw colour (5)
25 Original modest covers in Eden (3,6)
26 A couple of females have diamonds deposited in large business establishments (7)
27 Good worker, extremely ready, gets framework (6)
28 A network backs mythological character (4)
29 Such grapes are easy to eat (8)

Down
2 Vehicle that goes on water (7)
3 Stickler gets no credit revising German poet (6)
4 Rule the college head announced (9)
5 Specifies sick seamen without a bit of etiquette (5)
7 With reserve, allow tract (7)
8 Top celestial disposition in astronomical phenomenon (5,7)
11 King desi's gone around and touched lightly (6)
12 A stripteaser’s act gets severe reprimand (8,4)
17 Teacher gaped wildly at rowdy losing head (9)
18 Culturally distinct alien, hot, makes near mark (6)
20 Required that upright boy gets feud settled (7)
22 Houses of the spirits? (7)
23 Financial paper has a couple of names for the Spanish aromatic herb (6)
25 Handy weapons? (5)

http://www.thehindu.com/todays-paper/tp-miscellaneous/the-hindu-crossword-11622/article8217980.ece

[Russellrvw]

Across
1 Helps fix reverse rotation (8)
6 Sailor and French second in crime (4)
9 Bones almost hit, with some hesitations within (6)
10 Decipher escort has changed top (4,3)
13 Haulage vehicle, having no time, dismisses hikers' burdens (9) ([-t]RUCK)(SACKS)
14 North Indian merchants are back offering evergreen shrub (5)
15 Very right type (4)
16 Red with rage, a father's quirkily varied market outside (10)
19 “No, my tirade is skewered.” Setter's confession that he needs some more time (2,3,5) I'M NOT READY*
21 And in France you and I to get a decorative case (4)
24 Raw colour (5)
25 Original modest covers in Eden (3,6)
26 A couple of females have diamonds deposited in large business establishments (7)
27 Good worker, extremely ready, gets framework (6)
28 A network backs mythological character (4)
29 Such grapes are easy to eat (8)

Down
2 Vehicle that goes on water (7)
3 Stickler gets no credit revising German poet (6)
4 Rule the college head announced (9)
5 Specifies sick seamen without a bit of etiquette (5)
7 With reserve, allow tract (7)
8 Top celestial disposition in astronomical phenomenon (5,7) TOTAL ECLIPSE*
11 King desi's gone around and touched lightly (6)
12 A stripteaser’s act gets severe reprimand (8,4) DRESSING DOWN (c&dd)
17 Teacher gaped wildly at rowdy losing head (9) (PEDAG*)([-r]OGUE)
18 Culturally distinct alien, hot, makes near mark (6)
20 Required that upright boy gets feud settled (7)
22 Houses of the spirits? (7)
23 Financial paper has a couple of names for the Spanish aromatic herb (6)
25 Handy weapons? (5)

[Russellfhc]

Across
1 Helps fix reverse rotation (8)
6 Sailor and French second in crime (4)
9 Bones almost hit, with some hesitations within (6)
10 Decipher escort has changed top (4,3)
13 Haulage vehicle, having no time, dismisses hikers' burdens (9) ([-t]RUCK)(SACKS)
14 North Indian merchants are back offering evergreen shrub (5)
15 Very right type (4)
16 Red with rage, a father's quirkily varied market outside (10)
19 “No, my tirade is skewered.” Setter's confession that he needs some more time (2,3,5) I'M NOT READY*
21 And in France you and I to get a decorative case (4) ET U I
24 Raw colour (5)
25 Original modest covers in Eden (3,6)FIG LEAVES (CD)
26 A couple of females have diamonds deposited in large business establishments (7)
27 Good worker, extremely ready, gets framework (6)G ANT R...Y
28 A network backs mythological character (4)
29 Such grapes are easy to eat (8)SEEDLESS

Down
2 Vehicle that goes on water (7)
3 Stickler gets no credit revising German poet (6)
4 Rule the college head announced (9) PRINCIPLE hp PRINCIPAL
5 Specifies sick seamen without a bit of etiquette (5)
7 With reserve, allow tract (7)
8 Top celestial disposition in astronomical phenomenon (5,7) TOTAL ECLIPSE*
11 King desi's gone around and touched lightly (6)
12 A stripteaser’s act gets severe reprimand (8,4) DRESSING DOWN (c&dd)
17 Teacher gaped wildly at rowdy losing head (9) (PEDAG*)([-r]OGUE)
18 Culturally distinct alien, hot, makes near mark (6)
20 Required that upright boy gets feud settled (7)
22 Houses of the spirits? (7)
23 Financial paper has a couple of names for the Spanish aromatic herb (6)
25 Handy weapons? (5)

[deepakgita]

Across
1 Helps fix reverse rotation (8)
6 Sailor and French second in crime (4)
9 Bones almost hit, with some hesitations within (6)
10 Decipher escort has changed top (4,3)
13 Haulage vehicle, having no time, dismisses hikers' burdens (9) ([-t]RUCK)(SACKS)
14 North Indian merchants are back offering evergreen shrub (5)
15 Very right type (4)
16 Red with rage, a father's quirkily varied market outside (10)
19 “No, my tirade is skewered.” Setter's confession that he needs some more time (2,3,5) I'M NOT READY*
21 And in France you and I to get a decorative case (4) ET U I
24 Raw colour (5)
25 Original modest covers in Eden (3,6)FIG LEAVES (CD)
26 A couple of females have diamonds deposited in large business establishments (7)
27 Good worker, extremely ready, gets framework (6)G ANT R...Y
28 A network backs mythological character (4)
29 Such grapes are easy to eat (8)SEEDLESS

Down
2 Vehicle that goes on water (7)
3 Stickler gets no credit revising German poet (6)
4 Rule the college head announced (9) PRINCIPLE hp PRINCIPAL
5 Specifies sick seamen without a bit of etiquette (5)
7 With reserve, allow tract (7)
8 Top celestial disposition in astronomical phenomenon (5,7) TOTAL ECLIPSE*
11 King desi's gone around and touched lightly (6)
12 A stripteaser’s act gets severe reprimand (8,4) DRESSING DOWN (c&dd)
17 Teacher gaped wildly at rowdy losing head (9) (PEDAG*)([-r]OGUE)
18 Culturally distinct alien, hot, makes near mark (6) ETHNIC
20 Required that upright boy gets feud settled (7) NEEDFUL
22 Houses of the spirits? (7) TAVERNS
23 Financial paper has a couple of names for the Spanish aromatic herb (6) FENNEL
25 Handy weapons? (5) FISTS

[sandhya.p61]

Across
1 Helps fix reverse rotation (8) BACKSPIN
6 Sailor and French second in crime (4)
9 Bones almost hit, with some hesitations within (6) HUMERI
10 Decipher escort has changed top (4,3) MAKE OUT
13 Haulage vehicle, having no time, dismisses hikers' burdens (9) ([-t]RUCK)(SACKS)
14 North Indian merchants are back offering evergreen shrub (5) SALAL
15 Very right type (4)
16 Red with rage, a father's quirkily varied market outside (10) APOPLECTIC
19 “No, my tirade is skewered.” Setter's confession that he needs some more time (2,3,5) I'M NOT READY*
21 And in France you and I to get a decorative case (4) ET U I
24 Raw colour (5)
25 Original modest covers in Eden (3,6)FIG LEAVES (CD)
26 A couple of females have diamonds deposited in large business establishments (7)
27 Good worker, extremely ready, gets framework (6)G ANT R...Y
28 A network backs mythological character (4)
29 Such grapes are easy to eat (8)SEEDLESS

Down
2 Vehicle that goes on water (7)
3 Stickler gets no credit revising German poet (6)
4 Rule the college head announced (9) PRINCIPLE hp PRINCIPAL
5 Specifies sick seamen without a bit of etiquette (5)
7 With reserve, allow tract (7)
8 Top celestial disposition in astronomical phenomenon (5,7) TOTAL ECLIPSE*
11 King desi's gone around and touched lightly (6)
12 A stripteaser’s act gets severe reprimand (8,4) DRESSING DOWN (c&dd)
17 Teacher gaped wildly at rowdy losing head (9) (PEDAG*)([-r]OGUE)
18 Culturally distinct alien, hot, makes near mark (6) ETHNIC
20 Required that upright boy gets feud settled (7) NEEDFUL
22 Houses of the spirits? (7) TAVERNS
23 Financial paper has a couple of names for the Spanish aromatic herb (6) FENNEL
25 Handy weapons? (5) FISTS

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
1 Helps fix reverse rotation (8)BACKSPIN
6 Sailor and French second in crime (4)ABET
9 Bones almost hit, with some hesitations within (6)HUMERI
10 Decipher escort has changed top (4,3)MAKE OUT
13 Haulage vehicle, having no time, dismisses hikers' burdens (9) ([-t]RUCK)(SACKS)
14 North Indian merchants are back offering evergreen shrub (5)SALAL
15 Very right type (4)SORT
16 Red with rage, a father's quirkily varied market outside (10)APOPLECTIC
19 “No, my tirade is skewered.” Setter's confession that he needs some more time (2,3,5) I'M NOT READY*
21 And in France you and I to get a decorative case (4) ET U I
24 Raw colour (5)GREEN
25 Original modest covers in Eden (3,6)FIG LEAVES (CD)
26 A couple of females have diamonds deposited in large business establishments (7)OFFICES
27 Good worker, extremely ready, gets framework (6)G ANT R...Y
28 A network backs mythological character (4)
29 Such grapes are easy to eat (8)SEEDLESS

Down
2 Vehicle that goes on water (7)
3 Stickler gets no credit revising German poet (6)
4 Rule the college head announced (9) PRINCIPLE hp PRINCIPAL
5 Specifies sick seamen without a bit of etiquette (5)
7 With reserve, allow tract (7)BOOKLET
8 Top celestial disposition in astronomical phenomenon (5,7) TOTAL ECLIPSE*
11 King desi's gone around and touched lightly (6)
12 A stripteaser’s act gets severe reprimand (8,4) DRESSING DOWN (c&dd)
17 Teacher gaped wildly at rowdy losing head (9) (PEDAG*)([-r]OGUE)
18 Culturally distinct alien, hot, makes near mark (6) ETHNIC
20 Required that upright boy gets feud settled (7) NEEDFUL
22 Houses of the spirits? (7) TAVERNS
23 Financial paper has a couple of names for the Spanish aromatic herb (6) FENNEL
25 Handy weapons? (5) FISTS

[Russellbew]

Across
1 Helps fix reverse rotation (8)BACKSPIN
6 Sailor and French second in crime (4)ABET
9 Bones almost hit, with some hesitations within (6)HUMERI
10 Decipher escort has changed top (4,3)MAKE OUT
13 Haulage vehicle, having no time, dismisses hikers' burdens (9) ([-t]RUCK)(SACKS)
14 North Indian merchants are back offering evergreen shrub (5)SALAL
15 Very right type (4)SORT
16 Red with rage, a father's quirkily varied market outside (10)APOPLECTIC
19 “No, my tirade is skewered.” Setter's confession that he needs some more time (2,3,5) I'M NOT READY*
21 And in France you and I to get a decorative case (4) ET U I
24 Raw colour (5)GREEN
25 Original modest covers in Eden (3,6)FIG LEAVES (CD)
26 A couple of females have diamonds deposited in large business establishments (7)OFFICES
27 Good worker, extremely ready, gets framework (6)G ANT R...Y
28 A network backs mythological character (4)NALA
29 Such grapes are easy to eat (8)SEEDLESS

Down
2 Vehicle that goes on water (7)AQUACAR
3 Stickler gets no credit revising German poet (6)KLEIST
4 Rule the college head announced (9) PRINCIPLE hp PRINCIPAL
5 Specifies sick seamen without a bit of etiquette (5)NAMES
7 With reserve, allow tract (7)BOOKLET
8 Top celestial disposition in astronomical phenomenon (5,7) TOTAL ECLIPSE*
11 King desi's gone around and touched lightly (6)KISSED
12 A stripteaser’s act gets severe reprimand (8,4) DRESSING DOWN (c&dd)
17 Teacher gaped wildly at rowdy losing head (9) (PEDAG*)([-r]OGUE)
18 Culturally distinct alien, hot, makes near mark (6) ETHNIC
20 Required that upright boy gets feud settled (7) NEEDFUL
22 Houses of the spirits? (7) TAVERNS
23 Financial paper has a couple of names for the Spanish aromatic herb (6) FENNEL
25 Handy weapons? (5) FISTS

[pavalamani pragasam]

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

[deepakgita]

Gridman

Across
1 Key team heads fasten securely (4,4)
5 Steering devices are with bounders (6)
9 Map store leaves honour for place where there are drawers (3,4)
10 Giant sets out one goal with West Indian departing (7)
11 What vehicles do in sluggish traffic — what they do at traffic lights (4,3,2)
12 Something invigorating from Australian individual (5)
13 Enemy cut and squeezed herb (4)
14 They do some bare running (9)
17 Tip: party to entertain King. He’s sozzled after consuming Ecstasy (9)
19 Thinker has no millions for manipulative sort (4)
23 Coach affords some banter (5)
24 Also held two smalls haphazardly in handyman's storerooms (9)
25 Rest upon lover — that is exciting! (7)
26 Chief bowler's aim (7)
27 Tamil leader approves Hungarian wines (6)
28 Truth-teller's protestation as to what he does not do (1,4,3)

Down
1 Makes crude scams holding a right, limited group (8)
2 One tries to avoid this on a road — it’s right outside window (7) POTHOLE
3 Look, oafs toss bathroom sponges (6) LOOFAS
4 It plays out nothing but humour (6,7)
6 Small elevations where I'll have birds of prey, say, all around (8) HILLOCKS
7 Attract by altering our name flamboyantly (7) ENAMOUR
8 Carry school record about learner (6) SCHLEP
10 Finished cookies? So, Ed, go out! (5,2,6)
15 Exploit completely in a beneficial manner (8)
16 Just being there might be an imposing appearance (8)
18 In top form — on Doddabetta? (2,1,4)
20 Prepare oneself to bear politician's surname (7)
21 Meet squarely price of a cooling machine? (6)
22 Knows of central visit? No, no! (2,2,2)

[Russellrvw]

Across
1 Key team heads fasten securely (4,4)
5 Steering devices are with bounders (6)
9 Map store leaves honour for place where there are drawers (3,4)
10 Giant sets out one goal with West Indian departing (7) (GOLIA*)([-wi]TH)
11 What vehicles do in sluggish traffic — what they do at traffic lights (4,3,2) STOP AND GO [2]
12 Something invigorating from Australian individual (5) (OZ)(ONE)
13 Enemy cut and squeezed herb (4)
14 They do some bare running (9) STREAKERS (CD)
17 Tip: party to entertain King. He’s sozzled after consuming Ecstasy (9)
19 Thinker has no millions for manipulative sort (4)
23 Coach affords some banter (5)
24 Also held two smalls haphazardly in handyman's storerooms (9)
25 Rest upon lover — that is exciting! (7)
26 Chief bowler's aim (7)
27 Tamil leader approves Hungarian wines (6)
28 Truth-teller's protestation as to what he does not do (1,4,3)

Down
1 Makes crude scams holding a right, limited group (8)
2 One tries to avoid this on a road — it’s right outside window (7) POTHOLE
3 Look, oafs toss bathroom sponges (6) LOOFAS
4 It plays out nothing but humour (6,7)
6 Small elevations where I'll have birds of prey, say, all around (8) HILLOCKS
7 Attract by altering our name flamboyantly (7) ENAMOUR
8 Carry school record about learner (6) SCHLEP
10 Finished cookies? So, Ed, go out! (5,2,6) GOOSE IS COOKED*
15 Exploit completely in a beneficial manner (8)
16 Just being there might be an imposing appearance (8)
18 In top form — on Doddabetta? (2,1,4)
20 Prepare oneself to bear politician's surname (7)
21 Meet squarely price of a cooling machine? (6)
22 Knows of central visit? No, no! (2,2,2)

[sandhya.p61]

Across
1 Key team heads fasten securely (4,4) CAPS LOCK
5 Steering devices are with bounders (6) WHEELS
9 Map store leaves honour for place where there are drawers (3,4)
10 Giant sets out one goal with West Indian departing (7) (GOLIA*)([-wi]TH)
11 What vehicles do in sluggish traffic — what they do at traffic lights (4,3,2) STOP AND GO [2]
12 Something invigorating from Australian individual (5) (OZ)(ONE)
13 Enemy cut and squeezed herb (4)
14 They do some bare running (9) STREAKERS (CD)
17 Tip: party to entertain King. He’s sozzled after consuming Ecstasy (9) BAKSHEESH
19 Thinker has no millions for manipulative sort (4)
23 Coach affords some banter (5) CHAFF
24 Also held two smalls haphazardly in handyman's storerooms (9)
25 Rest upon lover — that is exciting! (7)
26 Chief bowler's aim (7)
27 Tamil leader approves Hungarian wines (6)
28 Truth-teller's protestation as to what he does not do (1,4,3)

Down
1 Makes crude scams holding a right, limited group (8)
2 One tries to avoid this on a road — it’s right outside window (7) POTHOLE
3 Look, oafs toss bathroom sponges (6) LOOFAS
4 It plays out nothing but humour (6,7)
6 Small elevations where I'll have birds of prey, say, all around (8) HILLOCKS
7 Attract by altering our name flamboyantly (7) ENAMOUR
8 Carry school record about learner (6) SCHLEP
10 Finished cookies? So, Ed, go out! (5,2,6) GOOSE IS COOKED*
15 Exploit completely in a beneficial manner (8) USEFULLY
16 Just being there might be an imposing appearance (8)
18 In top form — on Doddabetta? (2,1,4)
20 Prepare oneself to bear politician's surname (7)
21 Meet squarely price of a cooling machine? (6)
22 Knows of central visit? No, no! (2,2,2)

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
1 Key team heads fasten securely (4,4) CAPS LOCK
5 Steering devices are with bounders (6) WHEELS
9 Map store leaves honour for place where there are drawers (3,4)
10 Giant sets out one goal with West Indian departing (7) (GOLIA*)([-wi]TH)
11 What vehicles do in sluggish traffic — what they do at traffic lights (4,3,2) STOP AND GO [2]
12 Something invigorating from Australian individual (5) (OZ)(ONE)
13 Enemy cut and squeezed herb (4)
14 They do some bare running (9) STREAKERS (CD)
17 Tip: party to entertain King. He’s sozzled after consuming Ecstasy (9) BAKSHEESH
19 Thinker has no millions for manipulative sort (4)
23 Coach affords some banter (5) CHAFF
24 Also held two smalls haphazardly in handyman's storerooms (9)
25 Rest upon lover — that is exciting! (7)
26 Chief bowler's aim (7)KINGPIN
27 Tamil leader approves Hungarian wines (6)
28 Truth-teller's protestation as to what he does not do (1,4,3)I DON'T LIE

Down
1 Makes crude scams holding a right, limited group (8)COARSENS
2 One tries to avoid this on a road — it’s right outside window (7) POTHOLE
3 Look, oafs toss bathroom sponges (6) LOOFAS
4 It plays out nothing but humour (6,7)
6 Small elevations where I'll have birds of prey, say, all around (8) HILLOCKS
7 Attract by altering our name flamboyantly (7) ENAMOUR
8 Carry school record about learner (6) SCHLEP
10 Finished cookies? So, Ed, go out! (5,2,6) GOOSE IS COOKED*
15 Exploit completely in a beneficial manner (8) USEFULLY
16 Just being there might be an imposing appearance (8)PRESENCE
18 In top form — on Doddabetta? (2,1,4)AT A PEAK
20 Prepare oneself to bear politician's surname (7)
21 Meet squarely price of a cooling machine? (6)
22 Knows of central visit? No, no! (2,2,2)

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
1 Key team heads fasten securely (4,4) CAPS LOCK
5 Steering devices are with bounders (6) WHEELS
9 Map store leaves honour for place where there are drawers (3,4)ART ROOM
10 Giant sets out one goal with West Indian departing (7) (GOLIA*)([-wi]TH)
11 What vehicles do in sluggish traffic — what they do at traffic lights (4,3,2) STOP AND GO [2]
12 Something invigorating from Australian individual (5) (OZ)(ONE)
13 Enemy cut and squeezed herb (4)NEEM
14 They do some bare running (9) STREAKERS (CD)
17 Tip: party to entertain King. He’s sozzled after consuming Ecstasy (9) BAKSHEESH
19 Thinker has no millions for manipulative sort (4)USER
23 Coach affords some banter (5) CHAFF
24 Also held two smalls haphazardly in handyman's storerooms (9)TOOLSHEDS
25 Rest upon lover — that is exciting! (7)OVERLIE
26 Chief bowler's aim (7)KINGPIN
27 Tamil leader approves Hungarian wines (6)TOKAYS
28 Truth-teller's protestation as to what he does not do (1,4,3)I DON'T LIE

Down
1 Makes crude scams holding a right, limited group (8)COARSENS
2 One tries to avoid this on a road — it’s right outside window (7) POTHOLE
3 Look, oafs toss bathroom sponges (6) LOOFAS
4 It plays out nothing but humour (6,7)COMEDY THEATRE
6 Small elevations where I'll have birds of prey, say, all around (8) HILLOCKS
7 Attract by altering our name flamboyantly (7) ENAMOUR
8 Carry school record about learner (6) SCHLEP
10 Finished cookies? So, Ed, go out! (5,2,6) GOOSE IS COOKED*
15 Exploit completely in a beneficial manner (8) USEFULLY
16 Just being there might be an imposing appearance (8)PRESENCE
18 In top form — on Doddabetta? (2,1,4)AT A PEAK
20 Prepare oneself to bear politician's surname (7)STEMPEL
21 Meet squarely price of a cooling machine? (6)ACCOST
22 Knows of central visit? No, no! (2,2,2)IS IN ON

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

[deepakgita]

Neyartha

Across
1 Building materials for a painful inflammatory disease (8)
5 In an emergency, one goes out for soft fried potato slices (6)
9 Transfers back to the original owner to conserve in order to employ the Yankee (9)
11 Arab chief on the radio creates a tremble (5)
12 A small party had allowed local tenders initially to get a material for building roads (7)
14 Most promising alternative brought back with the site's redesign (7)
15 List of references for the single lawyer featuring in a life story (12)
17 Orderly and doctor met to interrupt malfunctioning catalysis (12)
20 Insincere Greek character returns with a note on an insect (7)
22 Vet making a bug acquire power (7)
23 Finish off dairy product to get to a flat-topped hill (5)
24 Taken another good look at the bent axe with a strange ermine lining (2-7)
26 Laurel is heckled for concealing a spicy condiment (6)
27 Criminal leaving albatrosses at sea has no right to get a fibrous amphibole (8)

Down
1 Current issue (6)
2 Indian tribe meets quiet sailor and heartless lady in an unqualified manner (9)
3 Spy edges away to get information (3)
4 Doctor on the rocky hill goes down to choose the right chip for an energy converter (8,5)
6 Struggles of the northbound prophet going around South Carolina to get satin stitched (11)
7 It could be wiped clean for a fresh start (5)
8 Son brought up the desolate tracts in the case (6)
10 Animation of a police officer with appropriate rope on the ship (13)
13 Angry barrister confiscates silver for some stock market players (11)
16 Greek fan's armed robbery is a cover for the initially missing toll in retreat (9)
18 It might be burnt to achieve rapid acceleration (6)
19 States that a duck could replace the university's aquatic mammals (6)
21 Musical genre getting on the auditor's nerve (4)
25 Letters from the outlawed people demanding respect (3)


Grid at http://www.thehindu.com/todays-paper/tp-miscellaneous/the-hindu-crossword-11401/article7230889.ece

[Russellrvw]

Across
1 Building materials for a painful inflammatory disease (8)
5 In an emergency, one goes out for soft fried potato slices (6) CRIS[-i](+P)S
9 Transfers back to the original owner to conserve in order to employ the Yankee (9)
11 Arab chief on the radio creates a tremble (5)
12 A small party had allowed local tenders initially to get a material for building roads (7)
14 Most promising alternative brought back with the site's redesign (7) (RO<=)(SIEST*)
15 List of references for the single lawyer featuring in a life story (12) B(1)(BL)IOGRAPHY
17 Orderly and doctor met to interrupt malfunctioning catalysis (12)
20 Insincere Greek character returns with a note on an insect (7)
22 Vet making a bug acquire power (7)
23 Finish off dairy product to get to a flat-topped hill (5)
24 Taken another good look at the bent axe with a strange ermine lining (2-7)
26 Laurel is heckled for concealing a spicy condiment (6)
27 Criminal leaving albatrosses at sea has no right to get a fibrous amphibole (8)

Down
1 Current issue (6)
2 Indian tribe meets quiet sailor and heartless lady in an unqualified manner (9)
3 Spy edges away to get information (3)
4 Doctor on the rocky hill goes down to choose the right chip for an energy converter (8,5) (ELECT)(R)(IC) (MO)(TOR)
6 Struggles of the northbound prophet going around South Carolina to get satin stitched (11)
7 It could be wiped clean for a fresh start (5)
8 Son brought up the desolate tracts in the case (6)
10 Animation of a police officer with appropriate rope on the ship (13) SP/RIGHT/LINE/SS
13 Angry barrister confiscates silver for some stock market players (11)
16 Greek fan's armed robbery is a cover for the initially missing toll in retreat (9)
18 It might be burnt to achieve rapid acceleration (6)
19 States that a duck could replace the university's aquatic mammals (6)
21 Musical genre getting on the auditor's nerve (4)
25 Letters from the outlawed people demanding respect (3)

[Russellfhc]

Across
1 Building materials for a painful inflammatory disease (8)
5 In an emergency, one goes out for soft fried potato slices (6)
9 Transfers back to the original owner to conserve in order to employ the Yankee (9)
11 Arab chief on the radio creates a tremble (5)
12 A small party had allowed local tenders initially to get a material for building roads (7)
14 Most promising alternative brought back with the site's redesign (7)RO<-SIEST*
15 List of references for the single lawyer featuring in a life story (12)
17 Orderly and doctor met to interrupt malfunctioning catalysis (12)
20 Insincere Greek character returns with a note on an insect (7)
22 Vet making a bug acquire power (7)
23 Finish off dairy product to get to a flat-topped hill (5)
24 Taken another good look at the bent axe with a strange ermine lining (2-7)RE-EXAMINE*
26 Laurel is heckled for concealing a spicy condiment (6)RELISH(T)
27 Criminal leaving albatrosses at sea has no right to get a fibrous amphibole (8)

Down
1 Current issue (6)
2 Indian tribe meets quiet sailor and heartless lady in an unqualified manner (9)
3 Spy edges away to get information (3)
4 Doctor on the rocky hill goes down to choose the right chip for an energy converter (8,5)
6 Struggles of the northbound prophet going around South Carolina to get satin stitched (11) RE S(ISTAN)*C ES<-
7 It could be wiped clean for a fresh start (5)SLATE(CD)
8 Son brought up the desolate tracts in the case (6)
10 Animation of a police officer with appropriate rope on the ship (13)
13 Angry barrister confiscates silver for some stock market players (11)
16 Greek fan's armed robbery is a cover for the initially missing toll in retreat (9)
18 It might be burnt to achieve rapid acceleration (6)
19 States that a duck could replace the university's aquatic mammals (6)
21 Musical genre getting on the auditor's nerve (4)
25 Letters from the outlawed people demanding respect (3)AWE(T)

[deepakgita]

Across
1 Building materials for a painful inflammatory disease (8)
5 In an emergency, one goes out for soft fried potato slices (6) CRISPS
9 Transfers back to the original owner to conserve in order to employ the Yankee (9)
11 Arab chief on the radio creates a tremble (5)
12 A small party had allowed local tenders initially to get a material for building roads (7)
14 Most promising alternative brought back with the site's redesign (7)RO<-SIEST*
15 List of references for the single lawyer featuring in a life story (12) BIBLIOGRAPHY
17 Orderly and doctor met to interrupt malfunctioning catalysis (12)
20 Insincere Greek character returns with a note on an insect (7)
22 Vet making a bug acquire power (7)
23 Finish off dairy product to get to a flat-topped hill (5)
24 Taken another good look at the bent axe with a strange ermine lining (2-7)RE-EXAMINE*
26 Laurel is heckled for concealing a spicy condiment (6)RELISH(T)
27 Criminal leaving albatrosses at sea has no right to get a fibrous amphibole (8)

Down
1 Current issue (6)
2 Indian tribe meets quiet sailor and heartless lady in an unqualified manner (9)
3 Spy edges away to get information (3)
4 Doctor on the rocky hill goes down to choose the right chip for an energy converter (8,5) ELECTRIC MOTOR
6 Struggles of the northbound prophet going around South Carolina to get satin stitched (11) RE S(ISTAN)*C ES<-
7 It could be wiped clean for a fresh start (5)SLATE(CD)
8 Son brought up the desolate tracts in the case (6)
10 Animation of a police officer with appropriate rope on the ship (13) SPRIGHTLINESS
13 Angry barrister confiscates silver for some stock market players (11) ARBITRAGERS
16 Greek fan's armed robbery is a cover for the initially missing toll in retreat (9) HELLENIST
18 It might be burnt to achieve rapid acceleration (6) RUBBER
19 States that a duck could replace the university's aquatic mammals (6) OTTERS
21 Musical genre getting on the auditor's nerve (4) METAL
25 Letters from the outlawed people demanding respect (3)AWE(T)

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
1 Building materials for a painful inflammatory disease (8)SHINGLES
5 In an emergency, one goes out for soft fried potato slices (6) CRISPS
9 Transfers back to the original owner to conserve in order to employ the Yankee (9)RECONVEYS
11 Arab chief on the radio creates a tremble (5)SHAKE
12 A small party had allowed local tenders initially to get a material for building roads (7)ASPHALT
14 Most promising alternative brought back with the site's redesign (7)RO<-SIEST*
15 List of references for the single lawyer featuring in a life story (12) BIBLIOGRAPHY
17 Orderly and doctor met to interrupt malfunctioning catalysis (12)
20 Insincere Greek character returns with a note on an insect (7)
22 Vet making a bug acquire power (7)
23 Finish off dairy product to get to a flat-topped hill (5)
24 Taken another good look at the bent axe with a strange ermine lining (2-7)RE-EXAMINE*
26 Laurel is heckled for concealing a spicy condiment (6)RELISH(T)
27 Criminal leaving albatrosses at sea has no right to get a fibrous amphibole (8)ASBESTOS

Down
1 Current issue (6)
2 Indian tribe meets quiet sailor and heartless lady in an unqualified manner (9)
3 Spy edges away to get information (3)
4 Doctor on the rocky hill goes down to choose the right chip for an energy converter (8,5) ELECTRIC MOTOR
6 Struggles of the northbound prophet going around South Carolina to get satin stitched (11) RE S(ISTAN)*C ES<-
7 It could be wiped clean for a fresh start (5)SLATE(CD)
8 Son brought up the desolate tracts in the case (6)
10 Animation of a police officer with appropriate rope on the ship (13) SPRIGHTLINESS
13 Angry barrister confiscates silver for some stock market players (11) ARBITRAGERS
16 Greek fan's armed robbery is a cover for the initially missing toll in retreat (9) HELLENIST
18 It might be burnt to achieve rapid acceleration (6) RUBBER
19 States that a duck could replace the university's aquatic mammals (6) OTTERS
21 Musical genre getting on the auditor's nerve (4) METAL
25 Letters from the outlawed people demanding respect (3)AWE(T)

[Russellbew]

Across
1 Building materials for a painful inflammatory disease (8)SHINGLES
5 In an emergency, one goes out for soft fried potato slices (6) CRISPS
9 Transfers back to the original owner to conserve in order to employ the Yankee (9)RECONVEYS
11 Arab chief on the radio creates a tremble (5)SHAKE
12 A small party had allowed local tenders initially to get a material for building roads (7)ASPHALT
14 Most promising alternative brought back with the site's redesign (7)RO<-SIEST*
15 List of references for the single lawyer featuring in a life story (12) BIBLIOGRAPHY
17 Orderly and doctor met to interrupt malfunctioning catalysis (12) SYSTEMATICAL
20 Insincere Greek character returns with a note on an insect (7)
22 Vet making a bug acquire power (7)INSPECT
23 Finish off dairy product to get to a flat-topped hill (5)BUTTE
24 Taken another good look at the bent axe with a strange ermine lining (2-7)RE-EXAMINE*
26 Laurel is heckled for concealing a spicy condiment (6)RELISH(T)
27 Criminal leaving albatrosses at sea has no right to get a fibrous amphibole (8)ASBESTOS

Down
1 Current issue (6)STREAM
2 Indian tribe meets quiet sailor and heartless lady in an unqualified manner (9)INCAPABLY
3 Spy edges away to get information (3)
4 Doctor on the rocky hill goes down to choose the right chip for an energy converter (8,5) ELECTRIC MOTOR
6 Struggles of the northbound prophet going around South Carolina to get satin stitched (11) RE S(ISTAN)*C ES<-
7 It could be wiped clean for a fresh start (5)SLATE(CD)
8 Son brought up the desolate tracts in the case (6)
10 Animation of a police officer with appropriate rope on the ship (13) SPRIGHTLINESS
13 Angry barrister confiscates silver for some stock market players (11) ARBITRAGERS
16 Greek fan's armed robbery is a cover for the initially missing toll in retreat (9) HELLENIST
18 It might be burnt to achieve rapid acceleration (6) RUBBER
19 States that a duck could replace the university's aquatic mammals (6) OTTERS
21 Musical genre getting on the auditor's nerve (4) METAL
25 Letters from the outlawed people demanding respect (3)AWE(T)

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
1 Building materials for a painful inflammatory disease (8)SHINGLES
5 In an emergency, one goes out for soft fried potato slices (6) CRISPS
9 Transfers back to the original owner to conserve in order to employ the Yankee (9)RECONVEYS
11 Arab chief on the radio creates a tremble (5)SHAKE
12 A small party had allowed local tenders initially to get a material for building roads (7)ASPHALT
14 Most promising alternative brought back with the site's redesign (7)RO<-SIEST*
15 List of references for the single lawyer featuring in a life story (12) BIBLIOGRAPHY
17 Orderly and doctor met to interrupt malfunctioning catalysis (12) SYSTEMATICAL
20 Insincere Greek character returns with a note on an insect (7)UNMEANT
22 Vet making a bug acquire power (7)INSPECT
23 Finish off dairy product to get to a flat-topped hill (5)BUTTE
24 Taken another good look at the bent axe with a strange ermine lining (2-7)RE-EXAMINE*
26 Laurel is heckled for concealing a spicy condiment (6)RELISH(T)
27 Criminal leaving albatrosses at sea has no right to get a fibrous amphibole (8)ASBESTOS

Down
1 Current issue (6)STREAM
2 Indian tribe meets quiet sailor and heartless lady in an unqualified manner (9)INCAPABLY
3 Spy edges away to get information (3)GEN
4 Doctor on the rocky hill goes down to choose the right chip for an energy converter (8,5) ELECTRIC MOTOR
6 Struggles of the northbound prophet going around South Carolina to get satin stitched (11) RE S(ISTAN)*C ES<-
7 It could be wiped clean for a fresh start (5)SLATE(CD)
8 Son brought up the desolate tracts in the case (6)SHEATH
10 Animation of a police officer with appropriate rope on the ship (13) SPRIGHTLINESS
13 Angry barrister confiscates silver for some stock market players (11) ARBITRAGERS
16 Greek fan's armed robbery is a cover for the initially missing toll in retreat (9) HELLENIST
18 It might be burnt to achieve rapid acceleration (6) RUBBER
19 States that a duck could replace the university's aquatic mammals (6) OTTERS
21 Musical genre getting on the auditor's nerve (4) METAL
25 Letters from the outlawed people demanding respect (3)AWE(T)

:clap::clap::clap: "Neyartha's building on top"!

[deepakgita]

Neyartha

Across
1 A gun in such hands could be dangerous (7-5)
8 Reach out to embrace the doctor in the assembly room (7)
9 Minaret in Assam features a part of the eye (6)
11 Intentionally got poorly made bottle for gin concoction (9)
12 Clear in understanding that a missing hothead needs expulsion (5)
14 Fail to snare alternative inside a small bed (4,5)
16 Dismiss criticism (4)
18 Unsure about gate encircling the castle (4)
19 Anil's gong used in a musical gathering (9)
21 Rig looks out-of-place somewhat in a dome-shaped dwelling (5)
22 Shreds for the lads trapping an insect (9)
23 Auditor's depressed after a Greek character is caught with small pastry sheets (6)
25 Monarch gets rid of a vitamin in some fruits and freshwater fishes (7)
26 Act as a host by voicing right to shun hooter in trouble (2,3,7)

Down
2 Naval officer married Lara at sea (4,7)
3 Most talkative toddlers cut out the article with a return label around it (8)
4 For example, ten drowning in the northbound stream is shocking (9)
5 Trouble with the luxury car driving into something used as fodder (5)
6 Time for the king with the baggage-attendant to monkey around (6)
7 Irritate by censoring article written up in old style over there (3)
8 Son at the wrong place in Universal tour gets a newspaper cartoon (5,5)
10 Absence of a lid distressingly breaks down some drugs (10) SYNERGISTS
13 Greek character and the Spanish work with her to get to the thinker (11) PHILOSOPHER
15 Dangerous prison's number put on top by one making a living off a sport (6,3) TENNIS PRO
17 Fair trials are unlikely in this court (8) KANGAROO
20 Oscar's discarded bootleg concoction in a chalice (6) GOBLET
22 Gem from Boulder (5)
24 Note sent up in an open box attached to a long pole handle (3)


http://www.thehindu.com/todays-paper/tp-miscellaneous/the-hindu-crossword-11402/article7234766.ece

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
1 A gun in such hands could be dangerous (7-5)TRIGGER-HAPPY
8 Reach out to embrace the doctor in the assembly room (7)
9 Minaret in Assam features a part of the eye (6)RETINA
11 Intentionally got poorly made bottle for gin concoction (9)
12 Clear in understanding that a missing hothead needs expulsion (5)
14 Fail to snare alternative inside a small bed (4,5)
16 Dismiss criticism (4)
18 Unsure about gate encircling the castle (4)
19 Anil's gong used in a musical gathering (9)SINGALONG
21 Rig looks out-of-place somewhat in a dome-shaped dwelling (5)IGLOO
22 Shreds for the lads trapping an insect (9)
23 Auditor's depressed after a Greek character is caught with small pastry sheets (6)
25 Monarch gets rid of a vitamin in some fruits and freshwater fishes (7)
26 Act as a host by voicing right to shun hooter in trouble (2,3,7)DO THE HONOURS

Down
2 Naval officer married Lara at sea (4,7)
3 Most talkative toddlers cut out the article with a return label around it (8)
4 For example, ten drowning in the northbound stream is shocking (9)
5 Trouble with the luxury car driving into something used as fodder (5)
6 Time for the king with the baggage-attendant to monkey around (6)
7 Irritate by censoring article written up in old style over there (3)
8 Son at the wrong place in Universal tour gets a newspaper cartoon (5,5)
10 Absence of a lid distressingly breaks down some drugs (10) SYNERGISTS
13 Greek character and the Spanish work with her to get to the thinker (11) PHILOSOPHER
15 Dangerous prison's number put on top by one making a living off a sport (6,3) TENNIS PRO
17 Fair trials are unlikely in this court (8) KANGAROO
20 Oscar's discarded bootleg concoction in a chalice (6) GOBLET
22 Gem from Boulder (5)
24 Note sent up in an open box attached to a long pole handle (3)

[sandhya.p61]

Across
1 A gun in such hands could be dangerous (7-5)
8 Reach out to embrace the doctor in the assembly room (7)
9 Minaret in Assam features a part of the eye (6)
11 Intentionally got poorly made bottle for gin concoction (9)
12 Clear in understanding that a missing hothead needs expulsion (5)
14 Fail to snare alternative inside a small bed (4,5)
16 Dismiss criticism (4)
18 Unsure about gate encircling the castle (4)
19 Anil's gong used in a musical gathering (9)
21 Rig looks out-of-place somewhat in a dome-shaped dwelling (5)
22 Shreds for the lads trapping an insect (9)
23 Auditor's depressed after a Greek character is caught with small pastry sheets (6) PHYLLO
25 Monarch gets rid of a vitamin in some fruits and freshwater fishes (7)
26 Act as a host by voicing right to shun hooter in trouble (2,3,7) DO THE HONOURS

Down
2 Naval officer married Lara at sea (4,7)
3 Most talkative toddlers cut out the article with a return label around it (8) GABBIEST
4 For example, ten drowning in the northbound stream is shocking (9) EGREGIOUS
5 Trouble with the luxury car driving into something used as fodder (5)
6 Time for the king with the baggage-attendant to monkey around (6)
7 Irritate by censoring article written up in old style over there (3)
8 Son at the wrong place in Universal tour gets a newspaper cartoon (5,5) COMIC STRIP
10 Absence of a lid distressingly breaks down some drugs (10) SYNERGISTS
13 Greek character and the Spanish work with her to get to the thinker (11) PHILOSOPHER
15 Dangerous prison's number put on top by one making a living off a sport (6,3) TENNIS PRO
17 Fair trials are unlikely in this court (8) KANGAROO
20 Oscar's discarded bootleg concoction in a chalice (6) GOBLET
22 Gem from Boulder (5)
24 Note sent up in an open box attached to a long pole handle (3)

[deepakgita]

Across
1 A gun in such hands could be dangerous (7-5) TRIGGER-HAPPY
8 Reach out to embrace the doctor in the assembly room (7) CHAMBER
9 Minaret in Assam features a part of the eye (6) RETINA
11 Intentionally got poorly made bottle for gin concoction (9) MEANINGLY
12 Clear in understanding that a missing hothead needs expulsion (5) EMPTY
14 Fail to snare alternative inside a small bed (4,5) COME SHORT
16 Dismiss criticism (4) FIRE
18 Unsure about gate encircling the castle (4) TORN
19 Anil's gong used in a musical gathering (9) SINGALONG
21 Rig looks out-of-place somewhat in a dome-shaped dwelling (5) IGLOO
22 Shreds for the lads trapping an insect (9) SMIDGEONS
23 Auditor's depressed after a Greek character is caught with small pastry sheets (6) PHYLLO
25 Monarch gets rid of a vitamin in some fruits and freshwater fishes (7) PERCHES
26 Act as a host by voicing right to shun hooter in trouble (2,3,7) DO THE HONOURS

Down
2 Naval officer married Lara at sea (4,7) REAR ADMIRAL
3 Most talkative toddlers cut out the article with a return label around it (8) GABBIEST
4 For example, ten drowning in the northbound stream is shocking (9) EGREGIOUS
5 Trouble with the luxury car driving into something used as fodder (5) HARRY
6 Time for the king with the baggage-attendant to monkey around (6) POTTER
7 Irritate by censoring article written up in old style over there (3) YON
8 Son at the wrong place in Universal tour gets a newspaper cartoon (5,5) COMIC STRIP
10 Absence of a lid distressingly breaks down some drugs (10) SYNERGISTS
13 Greek character and the Spanish work with her to get to the thinker (11) PHILOSOPHER
15 Dangerous prison's number put on top by one making a living off a sport (6,3) TENNIS PRO
17 Fair trials are unlikely in this court (8) KANGAROO
20 Oscar's discarded bootleg concoction in a chalice (6) GOBLET
22 Gem from Boulder (5) STONE
24 Note sent up in an open box attached to a long pole handle (3) HOD

[deepakgita]

Across
1 Dismal churl’s plea out of order (10)
6 Fancy missing hour after second reel (4)
10 Deceive kind partner (7)
11 Funds from hundred volunteers (7)
12 Undemanding music, say, is in gentle broadcast (4,9)
14 Academic posers for unravelling (9)
16 Empty clamour surrounding artist (5)
17 Blushing about thanks, in retirement, deserved (5)
19 Old life is transformed in areas yielding fuel (9)
21 Sales talk in particular behind desire for ceramic design (6,7)
24 Clear sailor with volume in fish (7)
25 Confirm contest to grab attention (4,3)
26 Back in classes learning more (4)
27 Soldier enters inflexible city alone (10)


Down
1 Excerpt from classic known poorly (4)
2 Write meal menus, including price for church members (15) PENTECOSTALISTS
3 Viewing river going north in Cornish town (4-3) LOOK-SEE
4 Part of Bible taken in by man and left in place for guests? (5) HISTORY
5 Name received by experts on search yielding weight of family history (9) ANCESTRAL
7 Song on life will have moving, overwhelming emotion finally (4,1,4,2,4) WHEN I FALL IN LOVE
8 Not loudly, signify most cranky person averse to women (10)
9 Hurt, not on purpose (6)
13 Sea creature well below wave in south-west (5,5)
15 Whose epic developed into outstanding example? (9)
18 Drawing line in poem supporting party (6)
20 Restriction in furniture seller’s floral art (7)
22 Bone identified by one cutting a fragment up (5)
23 Wait for prop (4)


Grid at http://www.thehindu.com/features/magazine/the-sunday-crossword/article8374657.ece

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
1 Dismal churl’s plea out of order (10)
6 Fancy missing hour after second reel (4)
10 Deceive kind partner (7)
11 Funds from hundred volunteers (7)
12 Undemanding music, say, is in gentle broadcast (4,9)
14 Academic posers for unravelling (9)
16 Empty clamour surrounding artist (5)
17 Blushing about thanks, in retirement, deserved (5)
19 Old life is transformed in areas yielding fuel (9)
21 Sales talk in particular behind desire for ceramic design (6,7)
24 Clear sailor with volume in fish (7)
25 Confirm contest to grab attention (4,3)
26 Back in classes learning more (4)
27 Soldier enters inflexible city alone (10)


Down
1 Excerpt from classic known poorly (4)
2 Write meal menus, including price for church members (15) PENTECOSTALISTS
3 Viewing river going north in Cornish town (4-3) LOOK-SEE
4 Part of Bible taken in by man and left in place for guests? (5) HISTORY
5 Name received by experts on search yielding weight of family history (9) ANCESTRAL
7 Song on life will have moving, overwhelming emotion finally (4,1,4,2,4) WHEN I FALL IN LOVE
8 Not loudly, signify most cranky person averse to women (10)
9 Hurt, not on purpose (6)OFFEND
13 Sea creature well below wave in south-west (5,5)
15 Whose epic developed into outstanding example? (9)SHOWPIECE
18 Drawing line in poem supporting party (6)
20 Restriction in furniture seller’s floral art (7)IKEBANA
22 Bone identified by one cutting a fragment up (5)TIBIA
23 Wait for prop (4)STAY

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
1 Dismal churl’s plea out of order (10)SEPULCHRAL
6 Fancy missing hour after second reel (4)SWIM
10 Deceive kind partner (7)CONSORT
11 Funds from hundred volunteers (7)COFFERS
12 Undemanding music, say, is in gentle broadcast (4,9)EASY LISTENING
14 Academic posers for unravelling (9)PROFESSOR
16 Empty clamour surrounding artist (5)DRAIN
17 Blushing about thanks, in retirement, deserved (5)RATED
19 Old life is transformed in areas yielding fuel (9)OILFIELDS
21 Sales talk in particular behind desire for ceramic design (6,7)WILLOW PATTERN
24 Clear sailor with volume in fish (7)ABSOLVE
25 Confirm contest to grab attention (4,3)BEAR OUT
26 Back in classes learning more (4)ELSE
27 Soldier enters inflexible city alone (10)SEPARATELY


Down
1 Excerpt from classic known poorly (4)SICK
2 Write meal menus, including price for church members (15) PENTECOSTALISTS
3 Viewing river going north in Cornish town (4-3) LOOK-SEE
4 Part of Bible taken in by man and left in place for guests? (5) HISTORY
5 Name received by experts on search yielding weight of family history (9) ANCESTRAL
7 Song on life will have moving, overwhelming emotion finally (4,1,4,2,4) WHEN I FALL IN LOVE
8 Not loudly, signify most cranky person averse to women (10)MISOGYNIST
9 Hurt, not on purpose (6)OFFEND
13 Sea creature well below wave in south-west (5,5)SPERM WHALE
15 Whose epic developed into outstanding example? (9)SHOWPIECE
18 Drawing line in poem supporting party (6)DOODLE
20 Restriction in furniture seller’s floral art (7)IKEBANA
22 Bone identified by one cutting a fragment up (5)TIBIA
23 Wait for prop (4)STAY

:clap::clap::clap: Good!

[deepakgita]

BUZZER

Across
8 Terrible experience said to stifle retiring editor (6)
9 During college initially studying and working simultaneously (2,6)
10 Part of hand held by maiden is cold (8)
11 Escort in suit (2,4)
12 Abandoned building for users of firing range (8,7)
14 Romantic I had knocked back cold breaking hearts (7)
16 Chap is reportedly an angler (7)
19 Those discriminating against women have masculinist bent (4,11)
22 Newlyweds in couples, not grooms primarily (6)
24 Safe nest rarely contains a hole (8)
25 Staff reductions, they make people distressed (4,4)
26 Will left nothing but rubbish (6)


Down
1 Divided farm inside a garden (8)
2 Carrot a gelding ate up smoothly (6)
3 Idolism had turned exacting and punctilious (3-7)
4 Get to understand old mythical monster (7)
5 Suspended a barbarian government (4)
6 Lose will to be involved in boring places (3,5)
7 Be unsteady after tripping right foot (6)
13 Lover from a timeless story having trouble (10)
15 Fellow lost in snowfield fitfully rests (4,4)
17 Quipped it is wrong to cut grass (8)
18 Dark stubby? Four such appeared frequently (7)
20 Sunrise in the middle of Nauru, more fab (6)
21 Impress and awe flaunting waistline (6)
23 Horse to bolt (4)


4930

[Russellfhc]

Across
8 Terrible experience said to stifle retiring editor (6)
9 During college initially studying and working simultaneously (2,6)
10 Part of hand held by maiden is cold (8)
11 Escort in suit (2,4)
12 Abandoned building for users of firing range (8,7)
14 Romantic I had knocked back cold breaking hearts (7)
16 Chap is reportedly an angler (7)
19 Those discriminating against women have masculinist bent (4,11)MALE CHAUVINISTS*
22 Newlyweds in couples, not grooms primarily (6)
24 Safe nest rarely contains a hole (8)
25 Staff reductions, they make people distressed (4,4)
26 Will left nothing but rubbish (6)


Down
1 Divided farm inside a garden (8)
2 Carrot a gelding ate up smoothly (6)
3 Idolism had turned exacting and punctilious (3-7)OLD MAIDISH*
4 Get to understand old mythical monster (7)
5 Suspended a barbarian government (4)
6 Lose will to be involved in boring places (3,5)OIL WELLS*
7 Be unsteady after tripping right foot (6)
13 Lover from a timeless story having trouble (10)
15 Fellow lost in snowfield fitfully rests (4,4)LIES DOWN* snowfield(-)f
17 Quipped it is wrong to cut grass (8)
18 Dark stubby? Four such appeared frequently (7)
20 Sunrise in the middle of Nauru, more fab (6) AUR OR A
21 Impress and awe flaunting waistline (6)
23 Horse to bolt (4)

[deepakgita]

Across
8 Terrible experience said to stifle retiring editor (6) ORDEAL
9 During college initially studying and working simultaneously (2,6)
10 Part of hand held by maiden is cold (8) UNARMED
11 Escort in suit (2,4) GO WITH
12 Abandoned building for users of firing range (8,7) SHOOTING GALLERY
14 Romantic I had knocked back cold breaking hearts (7) IDYLLIC
16 Chap is reportedly an angler (7)
19 Those discriminating against women have masculinist bent (4,11)MALE CHAUVINISTS*
22 Newlyweds in couples, not grooms primarily (6)
24 Safe nest rarely contains a hole (8)
25 Staff reductions, they make people distressed (4,4)
26 Will left nothing but rubbish (6)


Down
1 Divided farm inside a garden (8)
2 Carrot a gelding ate up smoothly (6)
3 Idolism had turned exacting and punctilious (3-7)
4 Get to understand old mythical monster (7)
5 Suspended a barbarian government (4)
6 Lose will to be involved in boring places (3,5)OIL WELLS*
7 Be unsteady after tripping right foot (6)
13 Lover from a timeless story having trouble (10)
15 Fellow lost in snowfield fitfully rests (4,4)LIES DOWN* snowfield(-)f
17 Quipped it is wrong to cut grass (8)
18 Dark stubby? Four such appeared frequently (7)
20 Sunrise in the middle of Nauru, more fab (6)
21 Impress and awe flaunting waistline (6)
23 Horse to bolt (4)

[Russellrvw]

Across
8 Terrible experience said to stifle retiring editor (6) OR(DE<=)AL
9 During college initially studying and working simultaneously (2,6)
10 Part of hand held by maiden is cold (8) UNW(ARM)ED
11 Escort in suit (2,4)
12 Abandoned building for users of firing range (8,7)
14 Romantic I had knocked back cold breaking hearts (7)
16 Chap is reportedly an angler (7)
19 Those discriminating against women have masculinist bent (4,11) MALE CHAUVINISTS*
22 Newlyweds in couples, not grooms primarily (6)
24 Safe nest rarely contains a hole (8)
25 Staff reductions, they make people distressed (4,4)
26 Will left nothing but rubbish (6)


Down
1 Divided farm inside a garden (8) B(RANCH)ED
2 Carrot a gelding ate up smoothly (6)
3 Idolism had turned exacting and punctilious (3-7) OLD-MAIDISH*
4 Get to understand old mythical monster (7)
5 Suspended a barbarian government (4)
6 Lose will to be involved in boring places (3,5)
7 Be unsteady after tripping right foot (6)
13 Lover from a timeless story having trouble (10)
15 Fellow lost in snowfield fitfully rests (4,4)
17 Quipped it is wrong to cut grass (8)
18 Dark stubby? Four such appeared frequently (7)
20 Sunrise in the middle of Nauru, more fab (6)
21 Impress and awe flaunting waistline (6)
23 Horse to bolt (4)

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
8 Terrible experience said to stifle retiring editor (6) ORDEAL
9 During college initially studying and working simultaneously (2,6)
10 Part of hand held by maiden is cold (8) UNWARMED
11 Escort in suit (2,4) GO WITH
12 Abandoned building for users of firing range (8,7) SHOOTING GALLERY
14 Romantic I had knocked back cold breaking hearts (7) IDYLLIC
16 Chap is reportedly an angler (7)
19 Those discriminating against women have masculinist bent (4,11)MALE CHAUVINISTS*
22 Newlyweds in couples, not grooms primarily (6)
24 Safe nest rarely contains a hole (8)
25 Staff reductions, they make people distressed (4,4)
26 Will left nothing but rubbish (6)


Down
1 Divided farm inside a garden (8)BRANCHED
2 Carrot a gelding ate up smoothly (6)
3 Idolism had turned exacting and punctilious (3-7)OLD-MAIDISH
4 Get to understand old mythical monster (7)
5 Suspended a barbarian government (4)
6 Lose will to be involved in boring places (3,5)OIL WELLS*
7 Be unsteady after tripping right foot (6)TOTTER
13 Lover from a timeless story having trouble (10)
15 Fellow lost in snowfield fitfully rests (4,4)LIES DOWN* snowfield(-)f
17 Quipped it is wrong to cut grass (8)RETORTED
18 Dark stubby? Four such appeared frequently (7)
20 Sunrise in the middle of Nauru, more fab (6)AURORA
21 Impress and awe flaunting waistline (6)INSTIL
23 Horse to bolt (4)STUD

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
8 Terrible experience said to stifle retiring editor (6) ORDEAL
9 During college initially studying and working simultaneously (2,6)IN UNISON
10 Part of hand held by maiden is cold (8) UNWARMED
11 Escort in suit (2,4) GO WITH
12 Abandoned building for users of firing range (8,7) SHOOTING GALLERY
14 Romantic I had knocked back cold breaking hearts (7) IDYLLIC
16 Chap is reportedly an angler (7)FISSURE
19 Those discriminating against women have masculinist bent (4,11)MALE CHAUVINISTS*
22 Newlyweds in couples, not grooms primarily (6)BRIDES
24 Safe nest rarely contains a hole (8)FENESTRA
25 Staff reductions, they make people distressed (4,4)CREW CUTS
26 Will left nothing but rubbish (6)DRIVEL


Down
1 Divided farm inside a garden (8)BRANCHED
2 Carrot a gelding ate up smoothly (6)LEGATO
3 Idolism had turned exacting and punctilious (3-7)OLD-MAIDISH
4 Get to understand old mythical monster (7)WINDIGO
5 Suspended a barbarian government (4)HUNG
6 Lose will to be involved in boring places (3,5)OIL WELLS*
7 Be unsteady after tripping right foot (6)TOTTER
13 Lover from a timeless story having trouble (10)AFICIANADO
15 Fellow lost in snowfield fitfully rests (4,4)LIES DOWN* snowfield(-)f
17 Quipped it is wrong to cut grass (8)RETORTED
18 Dark stubby? Four such appeared frequently (7)SUBFUSC
20 Sunrise in the middle of Nauru, more fab (6)AURORA
21 Impress and awe flaunting waistline (6)INSTIL
23 Horse to bolt (4)STUD

:clap::clap::clap: Nina:'Blow hot and cold'!

[deepakgita]

Across
1 Deputy taking over in speech (5)
4 Tiny portable mosaic tub (9)
9 Laid-back group having second exclusive language (7)
10 Estate agent is utter rubbish on reflection (7)
11 Insufficient message has nothing mostly (3,6)
12 Having a tendency to be lying (5)
13 Rue losing regularly designer sock (6)
15 Standing minister, one in the end government rep at the centre (8)
18 Internal petition to inspect aerosol (5,3)
19 Liberal class has a stronghold (6)
22 Tea very revolting in mess (5)
24 High-level art second preference for a tourist (9)
26 Place for hanging perhaps each dress: clothes-line (7)
27 Fear smuggling electronic goods... (7)
28 ... next in line cutting such tax as an alternative (9)
29 Going west, fashionable wearing torn outfit (5)


Down
1 Review and vet a system of philosophy (7)
2 Doing exercise being unfit (5)
3 Essentially pet bird, friend forever (9)
4 Arrange for leave (3,3)
5 It shows a plot by lawyers talking around rule (3,5)
6 Walk wearily through public transport parking (5)
7 Believer is fickle — do test him (9)
8 Get upset in essence with entourage (7)
14 Old and doddering e.g. 20 (9)
16 Telling statistic setter initially omitted (9)
17 One serving on ship, underweight reportedly (8)
18 Revolts thus succeeded gaining understanding (7)
20 Wandering sewer rat I chased around (7)
21 Bear the cost or suffer consequences (3,3)
23 Range of street deliveries curtailed (5)
25 Block in operation to gain access to a computer (3,2)

4937

[Russellfhc]

Across
1 Deputy taking over in speech (5)
4 Tiny portable mosaic tub (9)
9 Laid-back group having second exclusive language (7) DIAL<-ECT
10 Estate agent is utter rubbish on reflection (7)
11 Insufficient message has nothing mostly (3,6)
12 Having a tendency to be lying (5)
13 Rue losing regularly designer sock (6)
15 Standing minister, one in the end government rep at the centre (8)
18 Internal petition to inspect aerosol (5,3)
19 Liberal class has a stronghold (6)
22 Tea very revolting in mess (5)
24 High-level art second preference for a tourist (9)
26 Place for hanging perhaps each dress: clothes-line (7)
27 Fear smuggling electronic goods... (7)
28 ... next in line cutting such tax as an alternative (9)
29 Going west, fashionable wearing torn outfit (5)TU(NI)C<-


Down
1 Review and vet a system of philosophy (7) VEDANTA*
2 Doing exercise being unfit (5)
3 Essentially pet bird, friend forever (9)
4 Arrange for leave (3,3)
5 It shows a plot by lawyers talking around rule (3,5)
6 Walk wearily through public transport parking (5)
7 Believer is fickle — do test him (9)
8 Get upset in essence with entourage (7)
14 Old and doddering e.g. 20 (9)
16 Telling statistic setter initially omitted (9)
17 One serving on ship, underweight reportedly (8)
18 Revolts thus succeeded gaining understanding (7)
20 Wandering sewer rat I chased around (7) ERRATIC(T)
21 Bear the cost or suffer consequences (3,3)
23 Range of street deliveries curtailed (5)
25 Block in operation to gain access to a computer (3,2)

[Russellrvw]

Across
1 Deputy taking over in speech (5)
4 Tiny portable mosaic tub (9)
9 Laid-back group having second exclusive language (7) DIAL<-ECT
10 Estate agent is utter rubbish on reflection (7) (REAL)(TOR<=)
11 Insufficient message has nothing mostly (3,6) (NOT E)(NOUGH[-t])
12 Having a tendency to be lying (5)
13 Rue losing regularly designer sock (6)
15 Standing minister, one in the end government rep at the centre (8)
18 Internal petition to inspect aerosol (5,3)
19 Liberal class has a stronghold (6)
22 Tea very revolting in mess (5)
24 High-level art second preference for a tourist (9)
26 Place for hanging perhaps each dress: clothes-line (7)
27 Fear smuggling electronic goods... (7)
28 ... next in line cutting such tax as an alternative (9)
29 Going west, fashionable wearing torn outfit (5)TU(NI)C<-


Down
1 Review and vet a system of philosophy (7) VEDANTA*
2 Doing exercise being unfit (5)
3 Essentially pet bird, friend forever (9) (E)(TERN)(ALLY)
4 Arrange for leave (3,3)
5 It shows a plot by lawyers talking around rule (3,5) {BAR} {CHA(R)T}
6 Walk wearily through public transport parking (5)
7 Believer is fickle — do test him (9) METHODIST*
8 Get upset in essence with entourage (7)
14 Old and doddering e.g. 20 (9)
16 Telling statistic setter initially omitted (9)
17 One serving on ship, underweight reportedly (8)
18 Revolts thus succeeded gaining understanding (7)
20 Wandering sewer rat I chased around (7) ERRATIC(T)
21 Bear the cost or suffer consequences (3,3)
23 Range of street deliveries curtailed (5)
25 Block in operation to gain access to a computer (3,2)

[deepakgita]

Across
1 Deputy taking over in speech (5) VOICE
4 Tiny portable mosaic tub (9) SUBATOMIC
9 Laid-back group having second exclusive language (7) DIAL<-ECT
10 Estate agent is utter rubbish on reflection (7) (REAL)(TOR<=)
11 Insufficient message has nothing mostly (3,6) (NOT E)(NOUGH[-t])
12 Having a tendency to be lying (5) PRONE
13 Rue losing regularly designer sock (6) ARGYLL
15 Standing minister, one in the end government rep at the centre (8) PRESTIGE
18 Internal petition to inspect aerosol (5,3)
19 Liberal class has a stronghold (6)
22 Tea very revolting in mess (5)
24 High-level art second preference for a tourist (9)
26 Place for hanging perhaps each dress: clothes-line (7)
27 Fear smuggling electronic goods... (7)
28 ... next in line cutting such tax as an alternative (9)
29 Going west, fashionable wearing torn outfit (5)TU(NI)C<-


Down
1 Review and vet a system of philosophy (7) VEDANTA*
2 Doing exercise being unfit (5)
3 Essentially pet bird, friend forever (9) (E)(TERN)(ALLY)
4 Arrange for leave (3,3)
5 It shows a plot by lawyers talking around rule (3,5) {BAR} {CHA(R)T}
6 Walk wearily through public transport parking (5)
7 Believer is fickle — do test him (9) METHODIST*
8 Get upset in essence with entourage (7)
14 Old and doddering e.g. 20 (9)
16 Telling statistic setter initially omitted (9)
17 One serving on ship, underweight reportedly (8)
18 Revolts thus succeeded gaining understanding (7)
20 Wandering sewer rat I chased around (7) ERRATIC(T)
21 Bear the cost or suffer consequences (3,3)
23 Range of street deliveries curtailed (5)
25 Block in operation to gain access to a computer (3,2)

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
1 Deputy taking over in speech (5) VOICE
4 Tiny portable mosaic tub (9) SUBATOMIC
9 Laid-back group having second exclusive language (7) DIAL<-ECT
10 Estate agent is utter rubbish on reflection (7) (REAL)(TOR<=)
11 Insufficient message has nothing mostly (3,6) (NOT E)(NOUGH[-t])
12 Having a tendency to be lying (5) PRONE
13 Rue losing regularly designer sock (6) ARGYLL
15 Standing minister, one in the end government rep at the centre (8) PRESTIGE
18 Internal petition to inspect aerosol (5,3)
19 Liberal class has a stronghold (6)CASTLE
22 Tea very revolting in mess (5)
24 High-level art second preference for a tourist (9)TRAVELLER
26 Place for hanging perhaps each dress: clothes-line (7)
27 Fear smuggling electronic goods... (7)
28 ... next in line cutting such tax as an alternative (9)
29 Going west, fashionable wearing torn outfit (5)TU(NI)C<-


Down
1 Review and vet a system of philosophy (7) VEDANTA*
2 Doing exercise being unfit (5)
3 Essentially pet bird, friend forever (9) (E)(TERN)(ALLY)
4 Arrange for leave (3,3)SET OUT
5 It shows a plot by lawyers talking around rule (3,5) {BAR} {CHA(R)T}
6 Walk wearily through public transport parking (5)
7 Believer is fickle — do test him (9) METHODIST*
8 Get upset in essence with entourage (7)CORTEGE
14 Old and doddering e.g. 20 (9)
16 Telling statistic setter initially omitted (9)
17 One serving on ship, underweight reportedly (8)
18 Revolts thus succeeded gaining understanding (7)
20 Wandering sewer rat I chased around (7) ERRATIC(T)
21 Bear the cost or suffer consequences (3,3)
23 Range of street deliveries curtailed (5)
25 Block in operation to gain access to a computer (3,2)LOG IN

[sandhya.p61]

Across
1 Deputy taking over in speech (5) VOICE
4 Tiny portable mosaic tub (9) SUBATOMIC
9 Laid-back group having second exclusive language (7) DIAL<-ECT
10 Estate agent is utter rubbish on reflection (7) (REAL)(TOR<=)
11 Insufficient message has nothing mostly (3,6) (NOT E)(NOUGH[-t])
12 Having a tendency to be lying (5) PRONE
13 Rue losing regularly designer sock (6) ARGYLL
15 Standing minister, one in the end government rep at the centre (8) PRESTIGE
18 Internal petition to inspect aerosol (5,3) SPRAY CAN
19 Liberal class has a stronghold (6) CASTLE
22 Tea very revolting in mess (5)
24 High-level art second preference for a tourist (9)
26 Place for hanging perhaps each dress: clothes-line (7)
27 Fear smuggling electronic goods... (7)
28 ... next in line cutting such tax as an alternative (9)
29 Going west, fashionable wearing torn outfit (5)TU(NI)C<-


Down
1 Review and vet a system of philosophy (7) VEDANTA*
2 Doing exercise being unfit (5)
3 Essentially pet bird, friend forever (9) (E)(TERN)(ALLY)
4 Arrange for leave (3,3) SET OUT
5 It shows a plot by lawyers talking around rule (3,5) {BAR} {CHA(R)T}
6 Walk wearily through public transport parking (5)
7 Believer is fickle — do test him (9) METHODIST*
8 Get upset in essence with entourage (7) CORTEGE
14 Old and doddering e.g. 20 (9) GERIATRIC
16 Telling statistic setter initially omitted (9)
17 One serving on ship, underweight reportedly (8)
18 Revolts thus succeeded gaining understanding (7)
20 Wandering sewer rat I chased around (7) ERRATIC(T)
21 Bear the cost or suffer consequences (3,3)
23 Range of street deliveries curtailed (5)
25 Block in operation to gain access to a computer (3,2)

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
1 Deputy taking over in speech (5) VOICE
4 Tiny portable mosaic tub (9) SUBATOMIC
9 Laid-back group having second exclusive language (7) DIAL<-ECT
10 Estate agent is utter rubbish on reflection (7) (REAL)(TOR<=)
11 Insufficient message has nothing mostly (3,6) (NOT E)(NOUGH[-t])
12 Having a tendency to be lying (5) PRONE
13 Rue losing regularly designer sock (6) ARGYLL
15 Standing minister, one in the end government rep at the centre (8) PRESTIGE
18 Internal petition to inspect aerosol (5,3) SPRAY CAN
19 Liberal class has a stronghold (6) CASTLE
22 Tea very revolting in mess (5)CHAOS
24 High-level art second preference for a tourist (9)TRAVELLER
26 Place for hanging perhaps each dress: clothes-line (7)EARLOBE
27 Fear smuggling electronic goods... (7)FREIGHT
28 ... next in line cutting such tax as an alternative (9)SUCCESSOR
29 Going west, fashionable wearing torn outfit (5)TU(NI)C<-


Down
1 Review and vet a system of philosophy (7) VEDANTA*
2 Doing exercise being unfit (5)INAPT
3 Essentially pet bird, friend forever (9) (E)(TERN)(ALLY)
4 Arrange for leave (3,3) SET OUT
5 It shows a plot by lawyers talking around rule (3,5) {BAR} {CHA(R)T}
6 Walk wearily through public transport parking (5)TRAMP
7 Believer is fickle — do test him (9) METHODIST*
8 Get upset in essence with entourage (7) CORTEGE
14 Old and doddering e.g. 20 (9) GERIATRIC
16 Telling statistic setter initially omitted (9)STATEMENT
17 One serving on ship, underweight reportedly (8)WAITRESS
18 Revolts thus succeeded gaining understanding (7)SICKENS
20 Wandering sewer rat I chased around (7) ERRATIC(T)
21 Bear the cost or suffer consequences (3,3)PAY FOR
23 Range of street deliveries curtailed (5)STOVE
25 Block in operation to gain access to a computer (3,2)LOG IN

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

[deepakgita]

Arden

Across
6 It's also outside American state capital (5) TOKYO
7 One fled to the West in a lawless state (8) ANARCHIC
10 Relying on support to end Monarchy (7) BANKING
11 What you ask for when you sneeze loudly (7) ATISHOO
12 A grand design to annex Eastern island State (7) GRENADA
13 Magical spell may make you fall (7)
14 “Picnic food wasn't spicy” said Spooner (6,5)
19 Resolute way to start becoming lawless (7)
21 It blooms as you plead for love in a resort (7)
23 Talk about a field event on Sunday (7)
25 A second to wake up — unending display of love (7)
26 Animal trainers not allowed in representational set up (8)
27 Power cut takes centre stage (5)

Down
1 Church quiet about being compassionate — like beauty, perhaps (4-4)
2 On leave, keen to take up bare back riding like her (6)
3 Land report by boy — he's confused (10)
4 A big NO, say, to come up with a story (4)
5 Article goes in free over Twitter... (6)
6 ...besides carrying luggage to a place in the Caribbean (6)
8 Tied up hair restricting style — no, no good bringing them up (7)
9 Agent's idle, gets sentimental (5)
13 Graduated as a politician, boxed in from all sides (10)
15 Middle row certainly invites criticism (7)
16 European city has a constant headache, say (8)
17 Like fish it is outside the subject discussed (5)
18 Carriage in fact is better than some cabs (6)
20 Poisonous gas used during wars in Europe (6)
22 Bird's moan (6)
24 Loafer may be asked to go away (4)


http://www.thehindu.com/todays-paper/tp-miscellaneous/the-hindu-crossword-11407/article7251485.ece

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
6 It's also outside American state capital (5) TOKYO
7 One fled to the West in a lawless state (8) ANARCHIC
10 Relying on support to end Monarchy (7) BANKING
11 What you ask for when you sneeze loudly (7) ATISHOO
12 A grand design to annex Eastern island State (7) GRENADA
13 Magical spell may make you fall (7)
14 “Picnic food wasn't spicy” said Spooner (6,5)
19 Resolute way to start becoming lawless (7)STAUNCH
21 It blooms as you plead for love in a resort (7)BEGONIA
23 Talk about a field event on Sunday (7)DISCUSS
25 A second to wake up — unending display of love (7)
26 Animal trainers not allowed in representational set up (8)
27 Power cut takes centre stage (5)

Down
1 Church quiet about being compassionate — like beauty, perhaps (4-4)SKIN-DEEP
2 On leave, keen to take up bare back riding like her (6)GODIVA
3 Land report by boy — he's confused (10)
4 A big NO, say, to come up with a story (4)
5 Article goes in free over Twitter... (6)
6 ...besides carrying luggage to a place in the Caribbean (6)
8 Tied up hair restricting style — no, no good bringing them up (7)
9 Agent's idle, gets sentimental (5)
13 Graduated as a politician, boxed in from all sides (10)
15 Middle row certainly invites criticism (7)
16 European city has a constant headache, say (8)
17 Like fish it is outside the subject discussed (5)
18 Carriage in fact is better than some cabs (6)
20 Poisonous gas used during wars in Europe (6)
22 Bird's moan (6)
24 Loafer may be asked to go away (4)

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
6 It's also outside American state capital (5) TOKYO
7 One fled to the West in a lawless state (8) ANARCHIC
10 Relying on support to end Monarchy (7) BANKING
11 What you ask for when you sneeze loudly (7) ATISHOO
12 A grand design to annex Eastern island State (7) GRENADA
13 Magical spell may make you fall (7)CANTRIP
14 “Picnic food wasn't spicy” said Spooner (6,5)PACKED LUNCH
19 Resolute way to start becoming lawless (7)STAUNCH
21 It blooms as you plead for love in a resort (7)BEGONIA
23 Talk about a field event on Sunday (7)DISCUSS
25 A second to wake up — unending display of love (7)AMOROUS
26 Animal trainers not allowed in representational set up (8)ANTELOPE
27 Power cut takes centre stage (5)STEAM

Down
1 Church quiet about being compassionate — like beauty, perhaps (4-4)SKIN-DEEP
2 On leave, keen to take up bare back riding like her (6)GODIVA
3 Land report by boy — he's confused (10)BANGLADESH
4 A big NO, say, to come up with a story (4)SAGA
5 Article goes in free over Twitter... (6)DITHER
6 ...besides carrying luggage to a place in the Caribbean (6)TOBAGO
8 Tied up hair restricting style — no, no good bringing them up (7)CHIGNON
9 Agent's idle, gets sentimental (5)SOPPY
13 Graduated as a politician, boxed in from all sides (10)CALIBRATED
15 Middle row certainly invites criticism (7)CENSURE
16 European city has a constant headache, say (8)HANGOVER
17 Like fish it is outside the subject discussed (5)ASIDE
18 Carriage in fact is better than some cabs (6)HANSOM
20 Poisonous gas used during wars in Europe (6)ARSINE
22 Bird's moan (6)GROUSE
24 Loafer may be asked to go away (4)SHOE

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

[deepakgita]

Arden

Across
1 May be no. 6 dealt with true justice, say (8,6)
10 Material from Long island (5)
11 Please freely invest money in the Middle East (9)
12 Document makes former US President hold his head (7)
13 Music plays havoc in business (7)
14 Star or delta? Been switching (5)
16 Schedule over issue of story book internally (9)
19 It's normal resolution as opposed to 1 (6,3)
20 For example, one must understand the thing (5)
22 Loaded gun went off — Bill fled as one slouched (7) LOUNGED
25 Praise a good man — one follows ancient language (7) AVESTAN
27 Kids leave with low density ore (5,4) FOOLS GOLD
28 Express pain to allow one so young to fly (5) OWLET
29 Fireworks as Tom's girl pours wine over the rascal (9,5) CATHERINE WHEEL

Down
2 Can Frank Sinatra be a teetotaller? (9)
3 Stayed to dig up dirty secret at last (5)
4 Uses this pen, writing one complaint (9)
5 Name surfaced about island flower (5)
6 Offended as American held and put in a secure environment (9)
7 Heart transplant hasn't made him any better (5)
8 Looks at 27 — it's ugly (7)
9 Still no sign — displacing freely (6)
15 Stay for a month — is French English making a fine gesture? (4,5)
17 Push and shove — he will deal with it (9)
18 Grab at a fashion magazine — it's nothing much (9)
19 Not good if camel goes crazy (7)
21 Note — practice principles (6)
23 About to become deadly under water (1-4)
24 Worked endlessly wrapping warm piece of clothing (5)
26 Policeman covering up for some time (5)

Grid at http://www.thehindu.com/todays-paper/tp-miscellaneous/the-hindu-crossword-11406/article7251092.ece

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
1 May be no. 6 dealt with true justice, say (8,6)
10 Material from Long island (5)
11 Please freely invest money in the Middle East (9)
12 Document makes former US President hold his head (7)
13 Music plays havoc in business (7)
14 Star or delta? Been switching (5)
16 Schedule over issue of story book internally (9)
19 It's normal resolution as opposed to 1 (6,3)
20 For example, one must understand the thing (5)
22 Loaded gun went off — Bill fled as one slouched (7) LOUNGED
25 Praise a good man — one follows ancient language (7) AVESTAN
27 Kids leave with low density ore (5,4) FOOLS GOLD
28 Express pain to allow one so young to fly (5) OWLET
29 Fireworks as Tom's girl pours wine over the rascal (9,5) CATHERINE WHEEL

Down
2 Can Frank Sinatra be a teetotaller? (9)
3 Stayed to dig up dirty secret at last (5)
4 Uses this pen, writing one complaint (9)
5 Name surfaced about island flower (5)
6 Offended as American held and put in a secure environment (9)
7 Heart transplant hasn't made him any better (5)
8 Looks at 27 — it's ugly (7)
9 Still no sign — displacing freely (6)
15 Stay for a month — is French English making a fine gesture? (4,5)
17 Push and shove — he will deal with it (9)MANHANDLE
18 Grab at a fashion magazine — it's nothing much (9)
19 Not good if camel goes crazy (7)MALEFIC
21 Note — practice principles (6)
23 About to become deadly under water (1-4)U-BOAT
24 Worked endlessly wrapping warm piece of clothing (5)DHOTI
26 Policeman covering up for some time (5)EPOCH

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
1 May be no. 6 dealt with true justice, say (8,6)CARDINAL VIRTUE
10 Material from Long island (5)LISLE
11 Please freely invest money in the Middle East (9)PALESTINE
12 Document makes former US President hold his head (7)CHARTER
13 Music plays havoc in business (7)CALYPSO
14 Star or delta? Been switching (5)DENEB
16 Schedule over issue of story book internally (9)TIMETABLE
19 It's normal resolution as opposed to 1 (6,3)MORTAL SIN
20 For example, one must understand the thing (5)DIGIT
22 Loaded gun went off — Bill fled as one slouched (7) LOUNGED
25 Praise a good man — one follows ancient language (7) AVESTAN
27 Kids leave with low density ore (5,4) FOOLS GOLD
28 Express pain to allow one so young to fly (5) OWLET
29 Fireworks as Tom's girl pours wine over the rascal (9,5) CATHERINE WHEEL

Down
2 Can Frank Sinatra be a teetotaller? (9)ABSTAINER
3 Stayed to dig up dirty secret at last (5)DWELT
4 Uses this pen, writing one complaint (9)NEPHRITIS
5 Name surfaced about island flower (5)LILAC
6 Offended as American held and put in a secure environment (9)INSULATED
7 Heart transplant hasn't made him any better (5)TWIRP
8 Looks at 27 — it's ugly (7)EYESORE
9 Still no sign — displacing freely (6)PLACID
15 Stay for a month — is French English making a fine gesture? (4,5)BEAU GESTE
17 Push and shove — he will deal with it (9)MANHANDLE
18 Grab at a fashion magazine — it's nothing much (9)BAGATELLE
19 Not good if camel goes crazy (7)MALEFIC
21 Note — practice principles (6)TENETS
23 About to become deadly under water (1-4)U-BOAT
24 Worked endlessly wrapping warm piece of clothing (5)DHOTI
26 Policeman covering up for some time (5)EPOCH

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

[deepakgita]

Arden

Across
1 Girl's service return — it's not easy to get on top of it (5-8)
10 Crime committed under pressure by a man of god (5)
11 Alliance cut short — atomic bombs make it self-evident (9)
12 Complain about complaint (9)
13 Make a hole through material (5)
14 Avoid dip in wading pool — it could be self-defeating (3,4)
16 Saw finally three animals (7)
18 Identification grants entry, he goes west (4,3)
20 It prevents loosening of hair on head (7)
22 Tailless ram on the hill (5) BUTTE
24 Lignites for making mutton chops, say (9) SIDEBURNS
26 Scandal breaks up, private banks create a scene (9) LANDSCAPE
27 Brace Mark? (5) TWAIN
28 A big mistake for vehicles to carry small outdated arms (13) BLUNDERBUSSES


Down
2 Character used pen to describe grain storage (7)
3 Girl in a big city will attack animal (5-4)
4 Most of the country once used this money (5)
5 Sid will create a scene (5,4)
6 Odd hour, foolish to get up — it's hot (5)
7 New attire makes one better dressed (7)
8 Rentable wombs — surrogate services issue? (3,6,4)
9 Getting used to a capital overseas — that said, siting is difficult (13)
15 Make laws with support and seal it off (9)
17 Develops slowly in country set up (9)
19 Limited format in a larger context of morning service (7)
21 “Kind of warrantee, we reject”, you say (7)
23 City in Europe makes sensational claims (5)
25 The nerd departs with a small book (5)


http://www.thehindu.com/todays-paper/tp-miscellaneous/the-hindu-crossword-11436/article7373825.ece

[Russellrvw]

Across
1 Girl's service return — it's not easy to get on top of it (5-8)
10 Crime committed under pressure by a man of god (5)
11 Alliance cut short — atomic bombs make it self-evident (9)
12 Complain about complaint (9)
13 Make a hole through material (5)
14 Avoid dip in wading pool — it could be self-defeating (3,4)
16 Saw finally three animals (7)
18 Identification grants entry, he goes west (4,3)
20 It prevents loosening of hair on head (7)
22 Tailless ram on the hill (5) BUTTE
24 Lignites for making mutton chops, say (9) SIDEBURNS
26 Scandal breaks up, private banks create a scene (9) LANDSCAPE
27 Brace Mark? (5) TWAIN
28 A big mistake for vehicles to carry small outdated arms (13) BLUNDERBUSSES


Down
2 Character used pen to describe grain storage (7)
3 Girl in a big city will attack animal (5-4)
4 Most of the country once used this money (5)
5 Sid will create a scene (5,4)
6 Odd hour, foolish to get up — it's hot (5)
7 New attire makes one better dressed (7)
8 Rentable wombs — surrogate services issue? (3,6,4)
9 Getting used to a capital overseas — that said, siting is difficult (13)
15 Make laws with support and seal it off (9) (LEG)(ISLATE*)
17 Develops slowly in country set up (9) (IN)(CUBA)(TES<=)
19 Limited format in a larger context of morning service (7) MATINAL (T)
21 “Kind of warrantee, we reject”, you say (7)
23 City in Europe makes sensational claims (5) ESSEN (T)
25 The nerd departs with a small book (5) D/WEE/B

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
1 Girl's service return — it's not easy to get on top of it (5-8)
10 Crime committed under pressure by a man of god (5)
11 Alliance cut short — atomic bombs make it self-evident (9)
12 Complain about complaint (9)
13 Make a hole through material (5)
14 Avoid dip in wading pool — it could be self-defeating (3,4)
16 Saw finally three animals (7)
18 Identification grants entry, he goes west (4,3)
20 It prevents loosening of hair on head (7)
22 Tailless ram on the hill (5) BUTTE
24 Lignites for making mutton chops, say (9) SIDEBURNS
26 Scandal breaks up, private banks create a scene (9) LANDSCAPE
27 Brace Mark? (5) TWAIN
28 A big mistake for vehicles to carry small outdated arms (13) BLUNDERBUSSES


Down
2 Character used pen to describe grain storage (7)EPSILON
3 Girl in a big city will attack animal (5-4)
4 Most of the country once used this money (5)FRANC
5 Sid will create a scene (5,4)RAISE HELL
6 Odd hour, foolish to get up — it's hot (5)HUMID
7 New attire makes one better dressed (7)NATTIER
8 Rentable wombs — surrogate services issue? (3,6,4)
9 Getting used to a capital overseas — that said, siting is difficult (13)
15 Make laws with support and seal it off (9) (LEG)(ISLATE*)
17 Develops slowly in country set up (9) (IN)(CUBA)(TES<=)
19 Limited format in a larger context of morning service (7) MATINAL (T)
21 “Kind of warrantee, we reject”, you say (7)
23 City in Europe makes sensational claims (5) ESSEN (T)
25 The nerd departs with a small book (5) D/WEE/B

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
1 Girl's service return — it's not easy to get on top of it (5-8)PENNY-FARTHING
10 Crime committed under pressure by a man of god (5)ARSON
11 Alliance cut short — atomic bombs make it self-evident (9)AXIOMATIC
12 Complain about complaint (9)BELLYACHE
13 Make a hole through material (5)DRILL
14 Avoid dip in wading pool — it could be self-defeating (3,4)OWN GOAL
16 Saw finally three animals (7)EPIGRAM
18 Identification grants entry, he goes west (4,3)NAME TAG
20 It prevents loosening of hair on head (7)LOCKNUT
22 Tailless ram on the hill (5) BUTTE
24 Lignites for making mutton chops, say (9) SIDEBURNS
26 Scandal breaks up, private banks create a scene (9) LANDSCAPE
27 Brace Mark? (5) TWAIN
28 A big mistake for vehicles to carry small outdated arms (13) BLUNDERBUSSES


Down
2 Character used pen to describe grain storage (7)EPSILON
3 Girl in a big city will attack animal (5-4)NANNY-GOAT
4 Most of the country once used this money (5)FRANC
5 Sid will create a scene (5,4)RAISE HELL
6 Odd hour, foolish to get up — it's hot (5)HUMID
7 New attire makes one better dressed (7)NATTIER
8 Rentable wombs — surrogate services issue? (3,6,4)SAM BROWNE BELT
9 Getting used to a capital overseas — that said, siting is difficult (13)ACCLIMATISING
15 Make laws with support and seal it off (9) (LEG)(ISLATE*)
17 Develops slowly in country set up (9) (IN)(CUBA)(TES<=)
19 Limited format in a larger context of morning service (7) MATINAL (T)
21 “Kind of warrantee, we reject”, you say (7)NARRATE
23 City in Europe makes sensational claims (5) ESSEN (T)
25 The nerd departs with a small book (5) D/WEE/B

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

[deepakgita]

Arden

Across
1 Refreshing to see Bill inland (7)
5 Wealthy people act fast, surprisingly (3,4)
9 Sloshed over at the store (5)
10 Nothing survived except rejected army material (5,4)
11 Once you British occupied a number of plants (9)
12 Seat under lock and key — it's the other way around (5)
13 Gets special entry, a bit fast (4)
15 Resolute and mean-spirited — not same but different (8)
18 Represent Stanford? (5,3)
19 Shout and cry out in pain like a coward (4)
22 Backward American city, leading American state (5)
24 Got up wet and smelling good (4,5)
26 Calm around midnight, it's back to the reserve (9)
27 Polish people follow government (5)
28 Night service during midweek, all together (2,5)
29 Refined metal — exchanging information for end products (7)

Down
1 Trouble the animal... (6)
2 ...now Pat Riley won't like it (2,7)
3 Season hasn't started — keep it underground (5)
4 My god! An oxymoron! (4,5)
5 Fob off with empty hand (5)
6 Go outside, come to the point using guile (9)
7 It comes straight from the heart, say in Kannada or Tamil (5)
8 Corrupt forcibly take up during a day (6)
14 Houses oriental people in temporary shelters (9)
16 Beating it, overspeeding (9)
17 May be local anaesthetic will not catch on, feeling uncomfortable (3,2,4)
20 Harry and Henry in sales (6)
21 Good choice before an author (6)
23 Hesitate to crack problem of drug (5)
24 Official bird (5)
25 Vehicle came first, but got second prize (5)


Grid at http://www.thehindu.com/todays-paper/tp-miscellaneous/the-hindu-crossword-11603/article8121854.ece

[Russellfhc]

Across
1 Refreshing to see Bill inland (7)
5 Wealthy people act fast, surprisingly (3,4)FAT CATS*
9 Sloshed over at the store (5)
10 Nothing survived except rejected army material (5,4)
11 Once you British occupied a number of plants (9)
12 Seat under lock and key — it's the other way around (5)
13 Gets special entry, a bit fast (4)
15 Resolute and mean-spirited — not same but different (8)
18 Represent Stanford? (5,3)
19 Shout and cry out in pain like a coward (4)
22 Backward American city, leading American state (5)
24 Got up wet and smelling good (4,5)
26 Calm around midnight, it's back to the reserve (9)
27 Polish people follow government (5)
28 Night service during midweek, all together (2,5)
29 Refined metal — exchanging information for end products (7)

Down
1 Trouble the animal... (6)
2 ...now Pat Riley won't like it (2,7)
3 Season hasn't started — keep it underground (5)
4 My god! An oxymoron! (4,5)
5 Fob off with empty hand (5)
6 Go outside, come to the point using guile (9)
7 It comes straight from the heart, say in Kannada or Tamil (5)AORTA(T)
8 Corrupt forcibly take up during a day (6)
14 Houses oriental people in temporary shelters (9)
16 Beating it, overspeeding (9)
17 May be local anaesthetic will not catch on, feeling uncomfortable (3,2,4) ILL AT EASE(LOCAL ANAESTHETIC - CATCH ON)*
20 Harry and Henry in sales (6)
21 Good choice before an author (6)
23 Hesitate to crack problem of drug (5)
24 Official bird (5)
25 Vehicle came first, but got second prize (5)

[deepakgita]

Across
1 Refreshing to see Bill inland (7)
5 Wealthy people act fast, surprisingly (3,4)FAT CATS*
9 Sloshed over at the store (5)
10 Nothing survived except rejected army material (5,4)
11 Once you British occupied a number of plants (9)
12 Seat under lock and key — it's the other way around (5)
13 Gets special entry, a bit fast (4)
15 Resolute and mean-spirited — not same but different (8)
18 Represent Stanford? (5,3)
19 Shout and cry out in pain like a coward (4)
22 Backward American city, leading American state (5)
24 Got up wet and smelling good (4,5) ROSE WATER
26 Calm around midnight, it's back to the reserve (9) SERENGETI
27 Polish people follow government (5) GRACE
28 Night service during midweek, all together (2,5) EN MASSE
29 Refined metal — exchanging information for end products (7) GENTEEL

Down
1 Trouble the animal... (6)
2 ...now Pat Riley won't like it (2,7)
3 Season hasn't started — keep it underground (5)
4 My god! An oxymoron! (4,5)
5 Fob off with empty hand (5)
6 Go outside, come to the point using guile (9)
7 It comes straight from the heart, say in Kannada or Tamil (5)AORTA(T)
8 Corrupt forcibly take up during a day (6)
14 Houses oriental people in temporary shelters (9)
16 Beating it, overspeeding (9)
17 May be local anaesthetic will not catch on, feeling uncomfortable (3,2,4) ILL AT EASE(LOCAL ANAESTHETIC - CATCH ON)*
20 Harry and Henry in sales (6)
21 Good choice before an author (6)
23 Hesitate to crack problem of drug (5)
24 Official bird (5)
25 Vehicle came first, but got second prize (5)

[Russellrvw]

Across
1 Refreshing to see Bill inland (7)
5 Wealthy people act fast, surprisingly (3,4)FAT CATS*
9 Sloshed over at the store (5)
10 Nothing survived except rejected army material (5,4)
11 Once you British occupied a number of plants (9)
12 Seat under lock and key — it's the other way around (5)
13 Gets special entry, a bit fast (4)
15 Resolute and mean-spirited — not same but different (8)
18 Represent Stanford? (5,3)
19 Shout and cry out in pain like a coward (4) YELL-ow
22 Backward American city, leading American state (5)
24 Got up wet and smelling good (4,5) ROSE WATER
26 Calm around midnight, it's back to the reserve (9) SERENGETI
27 Polish people follow government (5) GRACE
28 Night service during midweek, all together (2,5) EN MASSE
29 Refined metal — exchanging information for end products (7) GENTEEL

Down
1 Trouble the animal... (6)
2 ...now Pat Riley won't like it (2,7)
3 Season hasn't started — keep it underground (5)
4 My god! An oxymoron! (4,5)
5 Fob off with empty hand (5)
6 Go outside, come to the point using guile (9)
7 It comes straight from the heart, say in Kannada or Tamil (5)AORTA(T)
8 Corrupt forcibly take up during a day (6)
14 Houses oriental people in temporary shelters (9) TEN(E/MEN)TS
16 Beating it, overspeeding (9)
17 May be local anaesthetic will not catch on, feeling uncomfortable (3,2,4) ILL AT EASE(LOCAL ANAESTHETIC - CATCH ON)*
20 Harry and Henry in sales (6)
21 Good choice before an author (6) OR/WELL
23 Hesitate to crack problem of drug (5) S(ER)UM
24 Official bird (5)
25 Vehicle came first, but got second prize (5) WAGON

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
1 Refreshing to see Bill inland (7)
5 Wealthy people act fast, surprisingly (3,4)FAT CATS*
9 Sloshed over at the store (5)
10 Nothing survived except rejected army material (5,4)
11 Once you British occupied a number of plants (9)
12 Seat under lock and key — it's the other way around (5)
13 Gets special entry, a bit fast (4)
15 Resolute and mean-spirited — not same but different (8)
18 Represent Stanford? (5,3)
19 Shout and cry out in pain like a coward (4) YELL-ow
22 Backward American city, leading American state (5)
24 Got up wet and smelling good (4,5) ROSE WATER
26 Calm around midnight, it's back to the reserve (9) SERENGETI
27 Polish people follow government (5) GRACE
28 Night service during midweek, all together (2,5) EN MASSE
29 Refined metal — exchanging information for end products (7) GENTEEL

Down
1 Trouble the animal... (6)BADGER
2 ...now Pat Riley won't like it (2,7)AT PRESENT
3 Season hasn't started — keep it underground (5)INTER
4 My god! An oxymoron! (4,5)GOOD GRIEF
5 Fob off with empty hand (5)FOIST
6 Go outside, come to the point using guile (9)
7 It comes straight from the heart, say in Kannada or Tamil (5)AORTA(T)
8 Corrupt forcibly take up during a day (6)
14 Houses oriental people in temporary shelters (9) TEN(E/MEN)TS
16 Beating it, overspeeding (9)
17 May be local anaesthetic will not catch on, feeling uncomfortable (3,2,4) ILL AT EASE(LOCAL ANAESTHETIC - CATCH ON)*
20 Harry and Henry in sales (6)
21 Good choice before an author (6) OR/WELL
23 Hesitate to crack problem of drug (5) S(ER)UM
24 Official bird (5)
25 Vehicle came first, but got second prize (5) WAGON

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
1 Refreshing to see Bill inland (7)BRACING
5 Wealthy people act fast, surprisingly (3,4)FAT CATS*
9 Sloshed over at the store (5)DEPOT
10 Nothing survived except rejected army material (5,4)OLIVE DRAB
11 Once you British occupied a number of plants (9)EYEBRIGHT
12 Seat under lock and key — it's the other way around (5)CHAIR
13 Gets special entry, a bit fast (4)LENT
15 Resolute and mean-spirited — not same but different (8)INTREPID
18 Represent Stanford? (5,3)STAND FOR
19 Shout and cry out in pain like a coward (4) YELL-ow
22 Backward American city, leading American state (5)ASSAM
24 Got up wet and smelling good (4,5) ROSE WATER
26 Calm around midnight, it's back to the reserve (9) SERENGETI
27 Polish people follow government (5) GRACE
28 Night service during midweek, all together (2,5) EN MASSE
29 Refined metal — exchanging information for end products (7) GENTEEL

Down
1 Trouble the animal... (6)BADGER
2 ...now Pat Riley won't like it (2,7)AT PRESENT
3 Season hasn't started — keep it underground (5)INTER
4 My god! An oxymoron! (4,5)GOOD GRIEF
5 Fob off with empty hand (5)FOIST
6 Go outside, come to the point using guile (9)TREACHERY
7 It comes straight from the heart, say in Kannada or Tamil (5)AORTA(T)
8 Corrupt forcibly take up during a day (6)SUBORN
14 Houses oriental people in temporary shelters (9) TEN(E/MEN)TS
16 Beating it, overspeeding (9)THRASHING
17 May be local anaesthetic will not catch on, feeling uncomfortable (3,2,4) ILL AT EASE(LOCAL ANAESTHETIC - CATCH ON)*
20 Harry and Henry in sales (6)HASSLE
21 Good choice before an author (6) OR/WELL
23 Hesitate to crack problem of drug (5) S(ER)UM
24 Official bird (5)REEVE
25 Vehicle came first, but got second prize (5) WAGON

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

[deepakgita]

ACROSS
1 Clumsy person breaking section in wall (7) PARAPET
5 Discourage delay (3,3) PUT OFF
8 Reliable police officer with watchword back in base (6-8) COPPER-BOTTOMED
10 Left with desire to disrupt mad show (10) ILLUSTRATE
11 Ring linked to odd elements in sale of capital (4) OSLO
13 Learn good tip (5)
14 Air in large shed (9)
15 Controller's true goal ruined by resistance (9)
17 Substitute returning pass with doubtful expression (5)
19 Gain vase, according to report (4)
20 Pressure to join in courses arranged for part of orchestra (10)
23 Fellows taken in by devious effect, false modesty (4-10)
24 Level enclosure filled with mineral (6)
25 Article in store, not right for impetuous type (7)


DOWN
1 Exercises on record oddly involving monarch and hierarchy (7,5)
2 Agent with service admitting large defeat (7)
3 Agreeably different panel last year (10)
4 River in wood, miles away (5)
5 Prepared to erupt if getting little cake? (5,4)
6 Attempt to encapsulate love for city of Paris? (4)
7 Flower father planted on raised area, I notice (7)
9 No admittance after development is polluted (12)
12 Benefit in advancement for young person (10)
14 Book entirely about loud insect (9)
16 Something with which chap covers part of body? (7)
18 Language used by machines extensively (7)
21 Disagree with Conservative whip (5)
22 At a distance from Nadal, upset? (4)

[pavalamani pragasam]

ACROSS
1 Clumsy person breaking section in wall (7) PARAPET
5 Discourage delay (3,3) PUT OFF
8 Reliable police officer with watchword back in base (6-8) COPPER-BOTTOMED
10 Left with desire to disrupt mad show (10) ILLUSTRATE
11 Ring linked to odd elements in sale of capital (4) OSLO
13 Learn good tip (5)GLEAN
14 Air in large shed (9)
15 Controller's true goal ruined by resistance (9)
17 Substitute returning pass with doubtful expression (5)
19 Gain vase, according to report (4)
20 Pressure to join in courses arranged for part of orchestra (10)
23 Fellows taken in by devious effect, false modesty (4-10)
24 Level enclosure filled with mineral (6)
25 Article in store, not right for impetuous type (7)


DOWN
1 Exercises on record oddly involving monarch and hierarchy (7,5)
2 Agent with service admitting large defeat (7)REPULSE
3 Agreeably different panel last year (10)PLEASANTLY
4 River in wood, miles away (5)TIBER
5 Prepared to erupt if getting little cake? (5,4)
6 Attempt to encapsulate love for city of Paris? (4)TROY
7 Flower father planted on raised area, I notice (7)
9 No admittance after development is polluted (12)
12 Benefit in advancement for young person (10)
14 Book entirely about loud insect (9)
16 Something with which chap covers part of body? (7)
18 Language used by machines extensively (7)
21 Disagree with Conservative whip (5)
22 At a distance from Nadal, upset? (4)

[Russellbew]

ACROSS
1 Clumsy person breaking section in wall (7) PARAPET
5 Discourage delay (3,3) PUT OFF
8 Reliable police officer with watchword back in base (6-8) COPPER-BOTTOMED
10 Left with desire to disrupt mad show (10) ILLUSTRATE
11 Ring linked to odd elements in sale of capital (4) OSLO
13 Learn good tip (5)GLEAN
14 Air in large shed (9)
15 Controller's true goal ruined by resistance (9)
17 Substitute returning pass with doubtful expression (5)
19 Gain vase, according to report (4) EARN
20 Pressure to join in courses arranged for part of orchestra (10) PERCUSSION
23 Fellows taken in by devious effect, false modesty (4-10)
24 Level enclosure filled with mineral (6)
25 Article in store, not right for impetuous type (7)


DOWN
1 Exercises on record oddly involving monarch and hierarchy (7,5)
2 Agent with service admitting large defeat (7)REPULSE
3 Agreeably different panel last year (10)PLEASANTLY
4 River in wood, miles away (5)TIBER
5 Prepared to erupt if getting little cake? (5,4)
6 Attempt to encapsulate love for city of Paris? (4)TROY
7 Flower father planted on raised area, I notice (7)
9 No admittance after development is polluted (12) CONTAMINATED
12 Benefit in advancement for young person (10)
14 Book entirely about loud insect (9)
16 Something with which chap covers part of body? (7)
18 Language used by machines extensively (7)
21 Disagree with Conservative whip (5) CLASH
22 At a distance from Nadal, upset? (4) AFAR

[pavalamani pragasam]

ACROSS
1 Clumsy person breaking section in wall (7) PARAPET
5 Discourage delay (3,3) PUT OFF
8 Reliable police officer with watchword back in base (6-8) COPPER-BOTTOMED
10 Left with desire to disrupt mad show (10) ILLUSTRATE
11 Ring linked to odd elements in sale of capital (4) OSLO
13 Learn good tip (5)GLEAN
14 Air in large shed (9)BROADCAST
15 Controller's true goal ruined by resistance (9)REGULATOR
17 Substitute returning pass with doubtful expression (5)LOCUM
19 Gain vase, according to report (4) EARN
20 Pressure to join in courses arranged for part of orchestra (10) PERCUSSION
23 Fellows taken in by devious effect, false modesty (4-10)SELF-EFFACEMENT
24 Level enclosure filled with mineral (6)STOREY
25 Article in store, not right for impetuous type (7)HOTHEAD


DOWN
1 Exercises on record oddly involving monarch and hierarchy (7,5)PECKING ORDER
2 Agent with service admitting large defeat (7)REPULSE
3 Agreeably different panel last year (10)PLEASANTLY
4 River in wood, miles away (5)TIBER
5 Prepared to erupt if getting little cake? (5,4)PETIT FOUR
6 Attempt to encapsulate love for city of Paris? (4)TROY
7 Flower father planted on raised area, I notice (7)FREESIA
9 No admittance after development is polluted (12) CONTAMINATED
12 Benefit in advancement for young person (10)ADOLESCENT
14 Book entirely about loud insect (9)BUTTERFLY
16 Something with which chap covers part of body? (7)GARMENT
18 Language used by machines extensively (7)CHINESE
21 Disagree with Conservative whip (5) CLASH
22 At a distance from Nadal, upset? (4) AFAR

:clap::clap::clap: Good!

[deepakgita]

Scintillator

Across
1 With special festivities following, abandoned afternoon sleep (6) SIESTA
4 A bid to become part of Union (8) PROPOSAL
9 Stray kid that's ordinary managed to secure a concentration (6) ORPHAN
10 Harvest from cultivar bore a leaf on trees (8) ARBOREAL
12 Is moaning somewhat terrible bedroom complaint? (8) INSOMNIA
13 Calling in Spanish, “Hello!”, priest interrupts a commotion (6)
15 Rage for designer clothes (4)
16 Albeit in half measure, approximately or completely (10)
19 In formal meetings, put to rest personal opinions (10)
20 Over and above all round production (4)
23 Forty winks not just for Tom (6)
25 Tall person with head upright (8)
27 Tower, public house and cabin building (8)
28 In bed — husband or ... partner? (6)
29 Son loafing around without hesitation and playing with catapult (8)
30 Northern parts vital to remain with an African (6)

Down
1 It's unpleasant in bedroom to sing and not be comprehended (7)
2 Tricky position — in the end, spent a second over a move in chess (2,7)
3 With Uma Thurman killing a human, this problem is resolved (6)
5 Remarkable letters in literary circles (4)
6 Expert criminal put off (8)
7 Strips from the bottom to hit the sack (5)
8 This is to soothe baby to get rid of bawling, primarily (7)
11 Nearly fasten a loose garment (7)
14 Had 7 Dn. worded differently to protect Saint (7)
17 Study heavy edges on constructed polygon (9)
18 Aspiring German wanders off, one in Germany previously (8)
19 Inexperienced person in America going out — that's a nightmare! (7)
21 Soften small butts in gun (7)
22 Continue button in the Land of Nod? (6)
24 One roti doled out outside temple gateway (5)
26 A boring person with yellow beard (4)

Grid at http://www.thehindu.com/todays-paper/tp-miscellaneous/the-hindu-crossword-11606/article8137036.ece

[Russellrvw]

Across
1 With special festivities following, abandoned afternoon sleep (6) SIESTA
4 A bid to become part of Union (8) PROPOSAL
9 Stray kid that's ordinary managed to secure a concentration (6) ORPHAN
10 Harvest from cultivar bore a leaf on trees (8) ARBOREAL
12 Is moaning somewhat terrible bedroom complaint? (8) INSOMNIA
13 Calling in Spanish, “Hello!”, priest interrupts a commotion (6)
15 Rage for designer clothes (4)
16 Albeit in half measure, approximately or completely (10)
19 In formal meetings, put to rest personal opinions (10) INTER/VIEWS
20 Over and above all round production (4)
23 Forty winks not just for Tom (6) CATNAP
25 Tall person with head upright (8)
27 Tower, public house and cabin building (8)
28 In bed — husband or ... partner? (6)
29 Son loafing around without hesitation and playing with catapult (8)
30 Northern parts vital to remain with an African (6)

Down
1 It's unpleasant in bedroom to sing and not be comprehended (7)
2 Tricky position — in the end, spent a second over a move in chess (2,7) EN PASSANT
3 With Uma Thurman killing a human, this problem is resolved (6) TRAUMA
5 Remarkable letters in literary circles (4)
6 Expert criminal put off (8)
7 Strips from the bottom to hit the sack (5)
8 This is to soothe baby to get rid of bawling, primarily (7)
11 Nearly fasten a loose garment (7)
14 Had 7 Dn. worded differently to protect Saint (7)
17 Study heavy edges on constructed polygon (9)
18 Aspiring German wanders off, one in Germany previously (8)
19 Inexperienced person in America going out — that's a nightmare! (7)
21 Soften small butts in gun (7)
22 Continue button in the Land of Nod? (6)
24 One roti doled out outside temple gateway (5) TOR(I)I*
26 A boring person with yellow beard (4)

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
1 With special festivities following, abandoned afternoon sleep (6) SIESTA
4 A bid to become part of Union (8) PROPOSAL
9 Stray kid that's ordinary managed to secure a concentration (6) ORPHAN
10 Harvest from cultivar bore a leaf on trees (8) ARBOREAL
12 Is moaning somewhat terrible bedroom complaint? (8) INSOMNIA
13 Calling in Spanish, “Hello!”, priest interrupts a commotion (6)
15 Rage for designer clothes (4)GEAR
16 Albeit in half measure, approximately or completely (10)THOROUGHLY
19 In formal meetings, put to rest personal opinions (10) INTER/VIEWS
20 Over and above all round production (4)OPUS
23 Forty winks not just for Tom (6) CATNAP
25 Tall person with head upright (8)
27 Tower, public house and cabin building (8)
28 In bed — husband or ... partner? (6)
29 Son loafing around without hesitation and playing with catapult (8)SLINGING
30 Northern parts vital to remain with an African (6)

Down
1 It's unpleasant in bedroom to sing and not be comprehended (7)SNORING
2 Tricky position — in the end, spent a second over a move in chess (2,7) EN PASSANT
3 With Uma Thurman killing a human, this problem is resolved (6) TRAUMA
5 Remarkable letters in literary circles (4)
6 Expert criminal put off (8)
7 Strips from the bottom to hit the sack (5)
8 This is to soothe baby to get rid of bawling, primarily (7)
11 Nearly fasten a loose garment (7)
14 Had 7 Dn. worded differently to protect Saint (7)
17 Study heavy edges on constructed polygon (9)
18 Aspiring German wanders off, one in Germany previously (8)
19 Inexperienced person in America going out — that's a nightmare! (7)
21 Soften small butts in gun (7)
22 Continue button in the Land of Nod? (6)
24 One roti doled out outside temple gateway (5) TOR(I)I*
26 A boring person with yellow beard (4)

[Russellbew]

Across
1 With special festivities following, abandoned afternoon sleep (6) SIESTA
4 A bid to become part of Union (8) PROPOSAL
9 Stray kid that's ordinary managed to secure a concentration (6) ORPHAN
10 Harvest from cultivar bore a leaf on trees (8) ARBOREAL
12 Is moaning somewhat terrible bedroom complaint? (8) INSOMNIA
13 Calling in Spanish, “Hello!”, priest interrupts a commotion (6)HOOPLA
15 Rage for designer clothes (4)GEAR
16 Albeit in half measure, approximately or completely (10)THOROUGHLY
19 In formal meetings, put to rest personal opinions (10) INTER/VIEWS
20 Over and above all round production (4)OPUS
23 Forty winks not just for Tom (6) CATNAP
25 Tall person with head upright (8)BEANPOLE
27 Tower, public house and cabin building (8)BARBICAN
28 In bed — husband or ... partner? (6)COHORT
29 Son loafing around without hesitation and playing with catapult (8)SLINGING
30 Northern parts vital to remain with an African (6)KENYAN

Down
1 It's unpleasant in bedroom to sing and not be comprehended (7)SNORING
2 Tricky position — in the end, spent a second over a move in chess (2,7) EN PASSANT
3 With Uma Thurman killing a human, this problem is resolved (6) TRAUMA
5 Remarkable letters in literary circles (4)RARE
6 Expert criminal put off (8)PROROGUE
7 Strips from the bottom to hit the sack (5)SLEEP
8 This is to soothe baby to get rid of bawling, primarily (7)LULLABY
11 Nearly fasten a loose garment (7)NIGHTIE
14 Had 7 Dn. worded differently to protect Saint (7)DROWSED
17 Study heavy edges on constructed polygon (9)HYPNOLOGY
18 Aspiring German wanders off, one in Germany previously (8)DREAMING
19 Inexperienced person in America going out — that's a nightmare! (7)INCUBUS
21 Soften small butts in gun (7)SWEETEN
22 Continue button in the Land of Nod? (6)SNOOZE
24 One roti doled out outside temple gateway (5) TOR(I)I*
26 A boring person with yellow beard (4)YAWN

[Russellbew]

Yay :D

[pavalamani pragasam]

Yay :D

Thanks, LV! :-D

[pavalamani pragasam]

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

[deepakgita]

Incognito

Across
8 Furniture I abandoned in capital (4)
9 Get dry kiln rebuilt for Svlad Cjelli (4,6)
10 Grade top-grade perfume (6)
11 Cap distilled murky ale (8)
12 Prohibit watering hole in charge becoming inhuman (8)
14 Seduce ET with nice cocktail (6)
16 Wild animal returned to stream (4)
17,18 Hurry and dance (5,1,3)
19 A forbidding behind (6)
21 State Banks are restructured (8) NEBRASKA
23 Noble lady's drinking place on English ship (8) BARONESS
26 Magical baton possessed by artist's country (6) RWANDA
27 Living around Santana's BMW? Enchanting! (10) BEWITCHING
28 Trip to the outskirts of Ulaanbaatar (4) TOUR

Down
1 Policemen study animal quarters (10)
2 What Archer may do before and after a successful performance (4,1,3)
3 Edward returned Indian bread to newspaperman (6)
4 Force resident in Kolar, Mysore (4)
5 Possibly give rage? (8)
6 Introduce Indian pipe (6)
7 Anti-aircraft fire from Florida and Alaska (4)
13 Shackle top-notch naxalite chief behind church (5)
15 Inspected and left a hotel (7,3)
17 A judgment may contain some words like this (8)
18 Herb's Amarnath transportation (8)
20 Electronic chip containing rubbish can be arousing (6)
22 Plant embargo's revised after losing of some money (6)
24 Birds found in Gravesend (4)
25 Float small whaler in Madras initially (4)


Grid at http://www.thehindu.com/todays-paper/tp-miscellaneous/the-hindu-crossword-11440/article7389104.ece

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
8 Furniture I abandoned in capital (4)
9 Get dry kiln rebuilt for Svlad Cjelli (4,6)
10 Grade top-grade perfume (6)
11 Cap distilled murky ale (8)
12 Prohibit watering hole in charge becoming inhuman (8)
14 Seduce ET with nice cocktail (6)
16 Wild animal returned to stream (4)
17,18 Hurry and dance (5,1,3)
19 A forbidding behind (6)
21 State Banks are restructured (8) NEBRASKA
23 Noble lady's drinking place on English ship (8) BARONESS
26 Magical baton possessed by artist's country (6) RWANDA
27 Living around Santana's BMW? Enchanting! (10) BEWITCHING
28 Trip to the outskirts of Ulaanbaatar (4) TOUR

Down
1 Policemen study animal quarters (10)
2 What Archer may do before and after a successful performance (4,1,3)TAKE A BOW
3 Edward returned Indian bread to newspaperman (6)EDITOR
4 Force resident in Kolar, Mysore (4)
5 Possibly give rage? (8)
6 Introduce Indian pipe (6)
7 Anti-aircraft fire from Florida and Alaska (4)
13 Shackle top-notch naxalite chief behind church (5)
15 Inspected and left a hotel (7,3)CHECKED OUT
17 A judgment may contain some words like this (8)EVIDENCE
18 Herb's Amarnath transportation (8)AMARANTH
20 Electronic chip containing rubbish can be arousing (6)
22 Plant embargo's revised after losing of some money (6)
24 Birds found in Gravesend (4)
25 Float small whaler in Madras initially (4)

[Russellbew]

Across
8 Furniture I abandoned in capital (4)
9 Get dry kiln rebuilt for Svlad Cjelli (4,6)
10 Grade top-grade perfume (6)
11 Cap distilled murky ale (8)
12 Prohibit watering hole in charge becoming inhuman (8)
14 Seduce ET with nice cocktail (6)
16 Wild animal returned to stream (4)
17,18 Hurry and dance (5,1,3)
19 A forbidding behind (6)
21 State Banks are restructured (8) NEBRASKA
23 Noble lady's drinking place on English ship (8) BARONESS
26 Magical baton possessed by artist's country (6) RWANDA
27 Living around Santana's BMW? Enchanting! (10) BEWITCHING
28 Trip to the outskirts of Ulaanbaatar (4) TOUR

Down
1 Policemen study animal quarters (10)
2 What Archer may do before and after a successful performance (4,1,3)TAKE A BOW
3 Edward returned Indian bread to newspaperman (6)EDITOR
4 Force resident in Kolar, Mysore (4)
5 Possibly give rage? (8)
6 Introduce Indian pipe (6)
7 Anti-aircraft fire from Florida and Alaska (4)
13 Shackle top-notch naxalite chief behind church (5)CHAIN
15 Inspected and left a hotel (7,3)CHECKED OUT
17 A judgment may contain some words like this (8)EVIDENCE
18 Herb's Amarnath transportation (8)AMARANTH
20 Electronic chip containing rubbish can be arousing (6)EXOTIC
22 Plant embargo's revised after losing of some money (6)BORAGE
24 Birds found in Gravesend (4)AVES
25 Float small whaler in Madras initially (4) SWIM

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
8 Furniture I abandoned in capital (4)SOFA
9 Get dry kiln rebuilt for Svlad Cjelli (4,6)DIRK GENTLY
10 Grade top-grade perfume (6)ASCENT
11 Cap distilled murky ale (8)YARMULKE
12 Prohibit watering hole in charge becoming inhuman (8)BARBARIC
14 Seduce ET with nice cocktail (6)ENTICE
16 Wild animal returned to stream (4)FLOW
17,18 Hurry and dance (5,1,3)SHAKE A LEG
19 A forbidding behind (6)ASTERN
21 State Banks are restructured (8) NEBRASKA
23 Noble lady's drinking place on English ship (8) BARONESS
26 Magical baton possessed by artist's country (6) RWANDA
27 Living around Santana's BMW? Enchanting! (10) BEWITCHING
28 Trip to the outskirts of Ulaanbaatar (4) TOUR

Down
1 Policemen study animal quarters (10)CONSTABLES
2 What Archer may do before and after a successful performance (4,1,3)TAKE A BOW
3 Edward returned Indian bread to newspaperman (6)EDITOR
4 Force resident in Kolar, Mysore (4)ARMY
5 Possibly give rage? (8)AGGRIEVE
6 Introduce Indian pipe (6)INDUCT
7 Anti-aircraft fire from Florida and Alaska (4)FLAK
13 Shackle top-notch naxalite chief behind church (5)CHAIN
15 Inspected and left a hotel (7,3)CHECKED OUT
17 A judgment may contain some words like this (8)SENTENCE
18 Herb's Amarnath transportation (8)AMARANTH
20 Electronic chip containing rubbish can be arousing (6)EXOTIC
22 Plant embargo's revised after losing of some money (6)BORAGE
24 Birds found in Gravesend (4)AVES
25 Float small whaler in Madras initially (4) SWIM

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

[deepakgita]

Lightning

Across
1 Save criminal valet (8)
5 Swear by a fellow organisation (6)
9 Chapter we learn has to be rewritten by novelist (8)
10 Country ruled primarily by an extremist group in a state of distress (6)
12 A fight’s close (5)
13 Respect order to stop working at national church (9)
14 Secret agent covering thousand international miles — not enough? (6)
16 Boss that makes a gent grow older by end of hour (7)
19 Annoyance at communist disrupting prosperity (7)
21 Trade exposed resistance to accept final amendment (6)
23 Most voters care for a change, respond strongly (9)
25 Celebrity packing one instrument (5)
26 Optimistic of having an advantage, take a chance with second hand (6)
27 German in middle-eastern territory to relocate (8)
28 Make a mistake next to a list of corrections (6)
29 Returns to bury saint outside central cathedral (8)

Down
1 Grab a leash (6) COLLAR
2 Novel delivery by East American (3,6) NEW YORKER
3 Powerless authority to make a strenuous effort (5) EXERT
4 Triumph of conservative after six by-elections essentially (7) VICTORY
6 One from outside in favour of admitting rule by earl (9) FOREIGNER
7 Glib sentry providing asylum to playwright (5)
8 Skill at shooting deer, perhaps with extremely negligible effort (8)
11 Side match (4)
15 Paintings from 20th century not marred by accident (6,3)
17 Magnificent dog from Demark? (5,4)
18 A black substance that can be dissolved is pure (8)
20 Malicious person consuming ecstasy (4)
21 Border, say of British Isle thrust back at the start (7)
22 Stripe worn by father (6)
24 Remembered to supply a piece of wood (5)
25 Proceed to institute legal proceedings against harbours, say (5)


Grid at http://www.thehindu.com/todays-paper/tp-miscellaneous/the-hindu-crossword-11637/article8289681.ece

[sandhya.p61]

Across
1 Save criminal valet (8)
5 Swear by a fellow organisation (6)
9 Chapter we learn has to be rewritten by novelist (8)
10 Country ruled primarily by an extremist group in a state of distress (6)
12 A fight’s close (5)
13 Respect order to stop working at national church (9) OBEDIENCE
14 Secret agent covering thousand international miles — not enough? (6)
16 Boss that makes a gent grow older by end of hour (7)
19 Annoyance at communist disrupting prosperity (7) BOREDOM
21 Trade exposed resistance to accept final amendment (6)
23 Most voters care for a change, respond strongly (9)
25 Celebrity packing one instrument (5)
26 Optimistic of having an advantage, take a chance with second hand (6) UPBEAT
27 German in middle-eastern territory to relocate (8)
28 Make a mistake next to a list of corrections (6)
29 Returns to bury saint outside central cathedral (8)

Down
1 Grab a leash (6) COLLAR
2 Novel delivery by East American (3,6) NEW YORKER
3 Powerless authority to make a strenuous effort (5) EXERT
4 Triumph of conservative after six by-elections essentially (7) VICTORY
6 One from outside in favour of admitting rule by earl (9) FOREIGNER
7 Glib sentry providing asylum to playwright (5)
8 Skill at shooting deer, perhaps with extremely negligible effort (8) MUSKETRY
11 Side match (4)
15 Paintings from 20th century not marred by accident (6,3)
17 Magnificent dog from Demark? (5,4)
18 A black substance that can be dissolved is pure (8) ABSOLUTE
20 Malicious person consuming ecstasy (4)
21 Border, say of British Isle thrust back at the start (7)
22 Stripe worn by father (6)
24 Remembered to supply a piece of wood (5)
25 Proceed to institute legal proceedings against harbours, say (5)

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
1 Save criminal valet (8)
5 Swear by a fellow organisation (6)
9 Chapter we learn has to be rewritten by novelist (8)
10 Country ruled primarily by an extremist group in a state of distress (6)
12 A fight’s close (5)
13 Respect order to stop working at national church (9) OBEDIENCE
14 Secret agent covering thousand international miles — not enough? (6)
16 Boss that makes a gent grow older by end of hour (7)
19 Annoyance at communist disrupting prosperity (7) BOREDOM
21 Trade exposed resistance to accept final amendment (6)
23 Most voters care for a change, respond strongly (9)
25 Celebrity packing one instrument (5)
26 Optimistic of having an advantage, take a chance with second hand (6) UPBEAT
27 German in middle-eastern territory to relocate (8)
28 Make a mistake next to a list of corrections (6)
29 Returns to bury saint outside central cathedral (8)

Down
1 Grab a leash (6) COLLAR
2 Novel delivery by East American (3,6) NEW YORKER
3 Powerless authority to make a strenuous effort (5) EXERT
4 Triumph of conservative after six by-elections essentially (7) VICTORY
6 One from outside in favour of admitting rule by earl (9) FOREIGNER
7 Glib sentry providing asylum to playwright (5)IBSEN
8 Skill at shooting deer, perhaps with extremely negligible effort (8) MUSKETRY
11 Side match (4)TEAM
15 Paintings from 20th century not marred by accident (6,3)MODERN ART
17 Magnificent dog from Demark? (5,4)GREAT DANE
18 A black substance that can be dissolved is pure (8) ABSOLUTE
20 Malicious person consuming ecstasy (4)
21 Border, say of British Isle thrust back at the start (7)
22 Stripe worn by father (6)PRIEST
24 Remembered to supply a piece of wood (5)
25 Proceed to institute legal proceedings against harbours, say (5)

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
1 Save criminal valet (8)CONSERVE
5 Swear by a fellow organisation (6)AFFIRM
9 Chapter we learn has to be rewritten by novelist (8)LAWRENCE
10 Country ruled primarily by an extremist group in a state of distress (6)CRISIS
12 A fight’s close (5)ABOUT
13 Respect order to stop working at national church (9) OBEDIENCE
14 Secret agent covering thousand international miles — not enough? (6)SKIMPY
16 Boss that makes a gent grow older by end of hour (7)MANAGER
19 Annoyance at communist disrupting prosperity (7) BOREDOM
21 Trade exposed resistance to accept final amendment (6)BARTER
23 Most voters care for a change, respond strongly (9)OVERREACT
25 Celebrity packing one instrument (5)SITAR
26 Optimistic of having an advantage, take a chance with second hand (6) UPBEAT
27 German in middle-eastern territory to relocate (8)EMIGRATE
28 Make a mistake next to a list of corrections (6)ERRATA
29 Returns to bury saint outside central cathedral (8)INTEREST

Down
1 Grab a leash (6) COLLAR
2 Novel delivery by East American (3,6) NEW YORKER
3 Powerless authority to make a strenuous effort (5) EXERT
4 Triumph of conservative after six by-elections essentially (7) VICTORY
6 One from outside in favour of admitting rule by earl (9) FOREIGNER
7 Glib sentry providing asylum to playwright (5)IBSEN
8 Skill at shooting deer, perhaps with extremely negligible effort (8) MUSKETRY
11 Side match (4)TEAM
15 Paintings from 20th century not marred by accident (6,3)MODERN ART
17 Magnificent dog from Demark? (5,4)GREAT DANE
18 A black substance that can be dissolved is pure (8) ABSOLUTE
20 Malicious person consuming ecstasy (4)MEAN
21 Border, say of British Isle thrust back at the start (7)BATSMAN
22 Stripe worn by father (6)PRIEST
24 Remembered to supply a piece of wood (5)EMBER
25 Proceed to institute legal proceedings against harbours, say (5)SEGUE

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

[Joshuaceada]

Vulcan

Across
1 Prepare a report about India's capital city (8)
5 European style (6)
10 Hear about old divorced female becoming a crime boss! (9)
11 Scenes from Eclipse (5)
12 A very bitter dressing to taste (6)
13 Manage to rope in our male connoisseur (7)
14 Method followed by an American state, for the most part, to develop uncultivated stretch (8)
15 England's leading trial judge backing/ protecting the rich (3,3)
18 Old follower of street band (6)
20 In U.S., coated with lead? Deem unfit (8)
22 You don't need any written material to do this (3-4)
25 Red polish that's mostly expensive (6)
27 Primarily crass and vulgar (5)
28 Bizarre U-turn Alan made (9)
29 Be around to participate in meeting/ discussion (6)
30 Oddly eager to change suppressing envy (8)

Down
1 Call out for bellboy (4)
2 Attempt to complete under any circumstances, say (9)
3 Experiencing success without end, having a ball (2,1,4)
4 At home guy takes a break — it's natural (8)
6 Stop upcoming company getting a hint about the beginning of downtrend (7)
7 Expression coming from mostly stupid men at the top (5)
8 Wavered after the date is fixed (9)
9 Pull a paper with a note on top (4)
14 Misguided MCP ladies thrashed (9)
16 Old desire somehow fulfilled — served in the army (9)
17 Fascinate with approach (8)
19 Offer to host (7)
21 Second suspect, best ringleader, member of a crime syndicate (7)
23 This is what the fruit sounds like when pronounced exactly (5)
24 Down with stroke, beat (4)
26 What is this? Hint to get letters basically in (4)

http://www.thehindu.com/todays-paper/tp-miscellaneous/the-hindu-crossword-11611/article8161825.ece

[Russellrvw]

Across
1 Prepare a report about India's capital city (8)
5 European style (6) POLISH (DD)
10 Hear about old divorced female becoming a crime boss! (9)
11 Scenes from Eclipse (5) CLIPS (T)
12 A very bitter dressing to taste (6)
13 Manage to rope in our male connoisseur (7)
14 Method followed by an American state, for the most part, to develop uncultivated stretch (8)
15 England's leading trial judge backing/ protecting the rich (3,3)
18 Old follower of street band (6)
20 In U.S., coated with lead? Deem unfit (8)
22 You don't need any written material to do this (3-4)
25 Red polish that's mostly expensive (6)
27 Primarily crass and vulgar (5)
28 Bizarre U-turn Alan made (9)
29 Be around to participate in meeting/ discussion (6)
30 Oddly eager to change suppressing envy (8)

Down
1 Call out for bellboy (4)
2 Attempt to complete under any circumstances, say (9)
3 Experiencing success without end, having a ball (2,1,4)
4 At home guy takes a break — it's natural (8)
6 Stop upcoming company getting a hint about the beginning of downtrend (7) (OC<=)(CLU(D)E)
7 Expression coming from mostly stupid men at the top (5) (IDIO[-t])(M)
8 Wavered after the date is fixed (9) HESITATED*
9 Pull a paper with a note on top (4)
14 Misguided MCP ladies thrashed (9)
16 Old desire somehow fulfilled — served in the army (9)
17 Fascinate with approach (8)
19 Offer to host (7)
21 Second suspect, best ringleader, member of a crime syndicate (7)
23 This is what the fruit sounds like when pronounced exactly (5)
24 Down with stroke, beat (4)
26 What is this? Hint to get letters basically in (4)

[Russellrvw]

Across
1 Prepare a report about India's capital city (8)
5 European style (6) POLISH (DD)
10 Hear about old divorced female becoming a crime boss! (9)
11 Scenes from Eclipse (5) CLIPS (T)
12 A very bitter dressing to taste (6)
13 Manage to rope in our male connoisseur (7)
14 Method followed by an American state, for the most part, to develop uncultivated stretch (8)
15 England's leading trial judge backing/ protecting the rich (3,3)
18 Old follower of street band (6)
20 In U.S., coated with lead? Deem unfit (8)
22 You don't need any written material to do this (3-4)
25 Red polish that's mostly expensive (6)
27 Primarily crass and vulgar (5)
28 Bizarre U-turn Alan made (9)
29 Be around to participate in meeting/ discussion (6)
30 Oddly eager to change suppressing envy (8)

Down
1 Call out for bellboy (4)
2 Attempt to complete under any circumstances, say (9)
3 Experiencing success without end, having a ball (2,1,4)
4 At home guy takes a break — it's natural (8)
6 Stop upcoming company getting a hint about the beginning of downtrend (7) (OC<=)(CLU(D)E)
7 Expression coming from mostly stupid men at the top (5) (IDIO[-t])(M)
8 Wavered after the date is fixed (9) HESITATED*
9 Pull a paper with a note on top (4)
14 Misguided MCP ladies thrashed (9)
16 Old desire somehow fulfilled — served in the army (9)
17 Fascinate with approach (8)
19 Offer to host (7)
21 Second suspect, best ringleader, member of a crime syndicate (7)
23 This is what the fruit sounds like when pronounced exactly (5)
24 Down with stroke, beat (4)
26 What is this? Hint to get letters basically in (4)

[deepakgita]

Across
1 Prepare a report about India's capital city (8) PRETORIA
5 European style (6) POLISH (DD)
10 Hear about old divorced female becoming a crime boss! (9) GOADFATHER
11 Scenes from Eclipse (5) CLIPS (T)
12 A very bitter dressing to taste (6) SAVOUR
13 Manage to rope in our male connoisseur (7) GOURMET
14 Method followed by an American state, for the most part, to develop uncultivated stretch (8)
15 England's leading trial judge backing/ protecting the rich (3,3) JET SET
18 Old follower of street band (6)
20 In U.S., coated with lead? Deem unfit (8)
22 You don't need any written material to do this (3-4)
25 Red polish that's mostly expensive (6)
27 Primarily crass and vulgar (5)
28 Bizarre U-turn Alan made (9)
29 Be around to participate in meeting/ discussion (6)
30 Oddly eager to change suppressing envy (8)

Down
1 Call out for bellboy (4)
2 Attempt to complete under any circumstances, say (9)
3 Experiencing success without end, having a ball (2,1,4)
4 At home guy takes a break — it's natural (8)
6 Stop upcoming company getting a hint about the beginning of downtrend (7) (OC<=)(CLU(D)E)
7 Expression coming from mostly stupid men at the top (5) (IDIO[-t])(M)
8 Wavered after the date is fixed (9) HESITATED*
9 Pull a paper with a note on top (4)
14 Misguided MCP ladies thrashed (9)
16 Old desire somehow fulfilled — served in the army (9)
17 Fascinate with approach (8)
19 Offer to host (7)
21 Second suspect, best ringleader, member of a crime syndicate (7)
23 This is what the fruit sounds like when pronounced exactly (5)
24 Down with stroke, beat (4)
26 What is this? Hint to get letters basically in (4)

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
1 Prepare a report about India's capital city (8) PRETORIA
5 European style (6) POLISH (DD)
10 Hear about old divorced female becoming a crime boss! (9) GOADFATHER
11 Scenes from Eclipse (5) CLIPS (T)
12 A very bitter dressing to taste (6) SAVOUR
13 Manage to rope in our male connoisseur (7) GOURMET
14 Method followed by an American state, for the most part, to develop uncultivated stretch (8)
15 England's leading trial judge backing/ protecting the rich (3,3) JET SET
18 Old follower of street band (6)
20 In U.S., coated with lead? Deem unfit (8)
22 You don't need any written material to do this (3-4)LIP-READ
25 Red polish that's mostly expensive (6)
27 Primarily crass and vulgar (5)CRUDE
28 Bizarre U-turn Alan made (9)UNNATURAL
29 Be around to participate in meeting/ discussion (6)DEBATE
30 Oddly eager to change suppressing envy (8)

Down
1 Call out for bellboy (4)
2 Attempt to complete under any circumstances, say (9)
3 Experiencing success without end, having a ball (2,1,4)ON A ROLL
4 At home guy takes a break — it's natural (8)
6 Stop upcoming company getting a hint about the beginning of downtrend (7) (OC<=)(CLU(D)E)
7 Expression coming from mostly stupid men at the top (5) (IDIO[-t])(M)
8 Wavered after the date is fixed (9) HESITATED*
9 Pull a paper with a note on top (4)
14 Misguided MCP ladies thrashed (9)
16 Old desire somehow fulfilled — served in the army (9)
17 Fascinate with approach (8)
19 Offer to host (7)
21 Second suspect, best ringleader, member of a crime syndicate (7)
23 This is what the fruit sounds like when pronounced exactly (5)
24 Down with stroke, beat (4)
26 What is this? Hint to get letters basically in (4)

[Russellbew]

Across
1 Prepare a report about India's capital city (8) PRETORIA
5 European style (6) POLISH (DD)
10 Hear about old divorced female becoming a crime boss! (9) GOADFATHER
11 Scenes from Eclipse (5) CLIPS (T)
12 A very bitter dressing to taste (6) SAVOUR
13 Manage to rope in our male connoisseur (7) GOURMET
14 Method followed by an American state, for the most part, to develop uncultivated stretch (8)
15 England's leading trial judge backing/ protecting the rich (3,3) JET SET
18 Old follower of street band (6)
20 In U.S., coated with lead? Deem unfit (8)
22 You don't need any written material to do this (3-4)LIP-READ
25 Red polish that's mostly expensive (6)
27 Primarily crass and vulgar (5)CRUDE
28 Bizarre U-turn Alan made (9)UNNATURAL
29 Be around to participate in meeting/ discussion (6)DEBATE
30 Oddly eager to change suppressing envy (8)

Down
1 Call out for bellboy (4)
2 Attempt to complete under any circumstances, say (9)
3 Experiencing success without end, having a ball (2,1,4)ON A ROLL
4 At home guy takes a break — it's natural (8)
6 Stop upcoming company getting a hint about the beginning of downtrend (7) (OC<=)(CLU(D)E)
7 Expression coming from mostly stupid men at the top (5) (IDIO[-t])(M)
8 Wavered after the date is fixed (9) HESITATED*
9 Pull a paper with a note on top (4)
14 Misguided MCP ladies thrashed (9)MISPLACED
16 Old desire somehow fulfilled — served in the army (9)SOLDIERED
17 Fascinate with approach (8)
19 Offer to host (7)PRESENT
21 Second suspect, best ringleader, member of a crime syndicate (7)
23 This is what the fruit sounds like when pronounced exactly (5)
24 Down with stroke, beat (4)DRUB
26 What is this? Hint to get letters basically in (4)CLUE

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
1 Prepare a report about India's capital city (8) PRETORIA
5 European style (6) POLISH (DD)
10 Hear about old divorced female becoming a crime boss! (9) GOADFATHER
11 Scenes from Eclipse (5) CLIPS (T)
12 A very bitter dressing to taste (6) SAVOUR
13 Manage to rope in our male connoisseur (7) GOURMET
14 Method followed by an American state, for the most part, to develop uncultivated stretch (8)MOORLAND
15 England's leading trial judge backing/ protecting the rich (3,3) JET SET
18 Old follower of street band (6)STRIPE
20 In U.S., coated with lead? Deem unfit (8)ENAMELED
22 You don't need any written material to do this (3-4)LIP-READ
25 Red polish that's mostly expensive (6)RUBRIC
27 Primarily crass and vulgar (5)CRUDE
28 Bizarre U-turn Alan made (9)UNNATURAL
29 Be around to participate in meeting/ discussion (6)DEBATE
30 Oddly eager to change suppressing envy (8)BEGRUDGE

Down
1 Call out for bellboy (4)PAGE
2 Attempt to complete under any circumstances, say (9)ENDEAVOUR
3 Experiencing success without end, having a ball (2,1,4)ON A ROLL
4 At home guy takes a break — it's natural (8)INHERENT
6 Stop upcoming company getting a hint about the beginning of downtrend (7) (OC<=)(CLU(D)E)
7 Expression coming from mostly stupid men at the top (5) (IDIO[-t])(M)
8 Wavered after the date is fixed (9) HESITATED*
9 Pull a paper with a note on top (4)DRAG
14 Misguided MCP ladies thrashed (9)MISPLACED
16 Old desire somehow fulfilled — served in the army (9)SOLDIERED
17 Fascinate with approach (8)ENTRANCE
19 Offer to host (7)PRESENT
21 Second suspect, best ringleader, member of a crime syndicate (7)MOBSTER
23 This is what the fruit sounds like when pronounced exactly (5)PLUMB
24 Down with stroke, beat (4)DRUB
26 What is this? Hint to get letters basically in (4)CLUE

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

[Joshuaceada]

Incognito

Across
8 Stop Indian aircraft company's truck at first (4)
9 Doctor's personal duck (5)
10 Fatigue? Relinquish fag and develop case (4)
11 Revolutionary direction with South European food (6)
12 Noisy proposal by man (8)
13 Bear tale compilation can be appraised (8)
15 Corners of eyes seen in Tuscan thingamajigs (6)
17 He leaked a secret police agent’s circular without a hint of trickery (7)
19 Mates French and Indian objectives (7)
22 A person who causes injury and thus may lead to rheumatism (6)
24 Picture left by artist has sex appeal (8)
26 Rhythmic area in the central part of a city (8)
28 Exchange an electrical component (6)
30 She can be found around this crossword (4)
31 Language spoken by Lieutenant returning with French friend (5)
32 Primarily, say, a Red Indian garb (4)

Down
1 Party buffet (4)
2 Alien care is organised (including extraterrestrial), and so on (2,6)
3 Brave toured around delta rapidly, for example (6)
4 John's on the seaside structure and is more insane (7)
5 Hence, RNA may be a booster (8)
6 Dutch (president) rebuilt a range (6)
7 Rotate model vessel (4)
14 As tea may be brewed during a voyage (2,3)
16 Pilgrim greeting — wearing a dinner jacket initially. Quite the contrary (5)
18 Mutilated target around Romania showed execution device (8)
20 Trees Ali chopped up first (8)
21 My peons, oddly, are persons whose names are used to name other places or things (7)
23 Madcap has gent in aggressive clasp initially (6)
25 Railway carries light ash compound imprudently (6)
27 State, “State briefly — Input/Output” (4)
29 Accountant's costly vehicle in boggy copse (4)

http://www.thehindu.com/todays-paper/tp-miscellaneous/the-hindu-crossword-11636/article8284880.ece

[Russellrvw]

Across
8 Stop Indian aircraft company's truck at first (4)
9 Doctor's personal duck (5)
10 Fatigue? Relinquish fag and develop case (4)
11 Revolutionary direction with South European food (6)
12 Noisy proposal by man (8)
13 Bear tale compilation can be appraised (8)
15 Corners of eyes seen in Tuscan thingamajigs (6)
17 He leaked a secret police agent’s circular without a hint of trickery (7)
19 Mates French and Indian objectives (7)
22 A person who causes injury and thus may lead to rheumatism (6)
24 Picture left by artist has sex appeal (8)
26 Rhythmic area in the central part of a city (8)
28 Exchange an electrical component (6)
30 She can be found around this crossword (4)
31 Language spoken by Lieutenant returning with French friend (5) {T(AMIL)L<=}
32 Primarily, say, a Red Indian garb (4) S A R I

Down
1 Party buffet (4)
2 Alien care is organised (including extraterrestrial), and so on (2,6) {ET} {C(ET)ERA*}
3 Brave toured around delta rapidly, for example (6)
4 John's on the seaside structure and is more insane (7) LOO/PIER
5 Hence, RNA may be a booster (8)
6 Dutch (president) rebuilt a range (6)
7 Rotate model vessel (4)
14 As tea may be brewed during a voyage (2,3) AT SEA*
16 Pilgrim greeting — wearing a dinner jacket initially. Quite the contrary (5)
18 Mutilated target around Romania showed execution device (8)
20 Trees Ali chopped up first (8)
21 My peons, oddly, are persons whose names are used to name other places or things (7)
23 Madcap has gent in aggressive clasp initially (6)
25 Railway carries light ash compound imprudently (6)
27 State, “State briefly — Input/Output” (4)
29 Accountant's costly vehicle in boggy copse (4)

[Russellfhc]

Across
8 Stop Indian aircraft company's truck at first (4)
9 Doctor's personal duck (5)
10 Fatigue? Relinquish fag and develop case (4)
11 Revolutionary direction with South European food (6)
12 Noisy proposal by man (8)
13 Bear tale compilation can be appraised (8)RATEABLE*
15 Corners of eyes seen in Tuscan thingamajigs (6)CANTHI[T]
17 He leaked a secret police agent’s circular without a hint of trickery (7)
19 Mates French and Indian objectives (7)
22 A person who causes injury and thus may lead to rheumatism (6)
24 Picture left by artist has sex appeal (8)
26 Rhythmic area in the central part of a city (8)
28 Exchange an electrical component (6)
30 She can be found around this crossword (4)
31 Language spoken by Lieutenant returning with French friend (5) {T(AMIL)L<=}
32 Primarily, say, a Red Indian garb (4) S A R I

Down
1 Party buffet (4)
2 Alien care is organised (including extraterrestrial), and so on (2,6) {ET} {C(ET)ERA*}
3 Brave toured around delta rapidly, for example (6)
4 John's on the seaside structure and is more insane (7) LOO/PIER
5 Hence, RNA may be a booster (8)
6 Dutch (president) rebuilt a range (6)
7 Rotate model vessel (4) T URN
14 As tea may be brewed during a voyage (2,3) AT SEA*
16 Pilgrim greeting — wearing a dinner jacket initially. Quite the contrary (5)
18 Mutilated target around Romania showed execution device (8)
20 Trees Ali chopped up first (8)
21 My peons, oddly, are persons whose names are used to name other places or things (7)EPONYMS*
23 Madcap has gent in aggressive clasp initially (6)
25 Railway carries light ash compound imprudently (6)
27 State, “State briefly — Input/Output” (4) OH I O
29 Accountant's costly vehicle in boggy copse (4)

[sandhya.p61]

Across
8 Stop Indian aircraft company's truck at first (4)
9 Doctor's personal duck (5)
10 Fatigue? Relinquish fag and develop case (4)
11 Revolutionary direction with South European food (6)
12 Noisy proposal by man (8) PLANGENT
13 Bear tale compilation can be appraised (8)RATEABLE*
15 Corners of eyes seen in Tuscan thingamajigs (6)CANTHI[T]
17 He leaked a secret police agent’s circular without a hint of trickery (7)
19 Mates French and Indian objectives (7) FRIENDS
22 A person who causes injury and thus may lead to rheumatism (6)
24 Picture left by artist has sex appeal (8) PORTRAIT
26 Rhythmic area in the central part of a city (8) DOWNTOWN
28 Exchange an electrical component (6)
30 She can be found around this crossword (4)
31 Language spoken by Lieutenant returning with French friend (5) {T(AMIL)L<=}
32 Primarily, say, a Red Indian garb (4) S A R I

Down
1 Party buffet (4)
2 Alien care is organised (including extraterrestrial), and so on (2,6) {ET} {C(ET)ERA*}
3 Brave toured around delta rapidly, for example (6)
4 John's on the seaside structure and is more insane (7) LOO/PIER
5 Hence, RNA may be a booster (8)
6 Dutch (president) rebuilt a range (6)
7 Rotate model vessel (4) T URN
14 As tea may be brewed during a voyage (2,3) AT SEA*
16 Pilgrim greeting — wearing a dinner jacket initially. Quite the contrary (5) HADJI
18 Mutilated target around Romania showed execution device (8)
20 Trees Ali chopped up first (8)
21 My peons, oddly, are persons whose names are used to name other places or things (7)EPONYMS*
23 Madcap has gent in aggressive clasp initially (6)
25 Railway carries light ash compound imprudently (6)
27 State, “State briefly — Input/Output” (4) OH I O
29 Accountant's costly vehicle in boggy copse (4)

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
8 Stop Indian aircraft company's truck at first (4)
9 Doctor's personal duck (5)
10 Fatigue? Relinquish fag and develop case (4)
11 Revolutionary direction with South European food (6)
12 Noisy proposal by man (8) PLANGENT
13 Bear tale compilation can be appraised (8)RATEABLE*
15 Corners of eyes seen in Tuscan thingamajigs (6)CANTHI[T]
17 He leaked a secret police agent’s circular without a hint of trickery (7)
19 Mates French and Indian objectives (7) FRIENDS
22 A person who causes injury and thus may lead to rheumatism (6)
24 Picture left by artist has sex appeal (8) PORTRAIT
26 Rhythmic area in the central part of a city (8) DOWNTOWN
28 Exchange an electrical component (6)
30 She can be found around this crossword (4)
31 Language spoken by Lieutenant returning with French friend (5) {T(AMIL)L<=}
32 Primarily, say, a Red Indian garb (4) S A R I

Down
1 Party buffet (4)
2 Alien care is organised (including extraterrestrial), and so on (2,6) {ET} {C(ET)ERA*}
3 Brave toured around delta rapidly, for example (6)
4 John's on the seaside structure and is more insane (7) LOO/PIER
5 Hence, RNA may be a booster (8)ENHANCER
6 Dutch (president) rebuilt a range (6)REAGAN
7 Rotate model vessel (4) T URN
14 As tea may be brewed during a voyage (2,3) AT SEA*
16 Pilgrim greeting — wearing a dinner jacket initially. Quite the contrary (5) HADJI
18 Mutilated target around Romania showed execution device (8)
20 Trees Ali chopped up first (8)EARLIEST
21 My peons, oddly, are persons whose names are used to name other places or things (7)EPONYMS*
23 Madcap has gent in aggressive clasp initially (6)MANIAC
25 Railway carries light ash compound imprudently (6)RASHLY
27 State, “State briefly — Input/Output” (4) OH I O
29 Accountant's costly vehicle in boggy copse (4)

[Russellbew]

Across
8 Stop Indian aircraft company's truck at first (4)HALT
9 Doctor's personal duck (5)DROWN
10 Fatigue? Relinquish fag and develop case (4)ETUI
11 Revolutionary direction with South European food (6)CHEESE
12 Noisy proposal by man (8) PLANGENT
13 Bear tale compilation can be appraised (8)RATEABLE*
15 Corners of eyes seen in Tuscan thingamajigs (6)CANTHI[T]
17 He leaked a secret police agent’s circular without a hint of trickery (7)ASSANGE
19 Mates French and Indian objectives (7) FRIENDS
22 A person who causes injury and thus may lead to rheumatism (6)
24 Picture left by artist has sex appeal (8) PORTRAIT
26 Rhythmic area in the central part of a city (8) DOWNTOWN
28 Exchange an electrical component (6)
30 She can be found around this crossword (4)
31 Language spoken by Lieutenant returning with French friend (5) {T(AMIL)L<=}
32 Primarily, say, a Red Indian garb (4) S A R I

Down
1 Party buffet (4)
2 Alien care is organised (including extraterrestrial), and so on (2,6) {ET} {C(ET)ERA*}
3 Brave toured around delta rapidly, for example (6)
4 John's on the seaside structure and is more insane (7) LOO/PIER
5 Hence, RNA may be a booster (8)ENHANCER
6 Dutch (president) rebuilt a range (6)REAGAN
7 Rotate model vessel (4) T URN
14 As tea may be brewed during a voyage (2,3) AT SEA*
16 Pilgrim greeting — wearing a dinner jacket initially. Quite the contrary (5) HADJI
18 Mutilated target around Romania showed execution device (8)
20 Trees Ali chopped up first (8)EARLIEST
21 My peons, oddly, are persons whose names are used to name other places or things (7)EPONYMS*
23 Madcap has gent in aggressive clasp initially (6)MANIAC
25 Railway carries light ash compound imprudently (6)RASHLY
27 State, “State briefly — Input/Output” (4) OH I O
29 Accountant's costly vehicle in boggy copse (4)

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
8 Stop Indian aircraft company's truck at first (4)HALT
9 Doctor's personal duck (5)DROWN
10 Fatigue? Relinquish fag and develop case (4)ETUI
11 Revolutionary direction with South European food (6)CHEESE
12 Noisy proposal by man (8) PLANGENT
13 Bear tale compilation can be appraised (8)RATEABLE*
15 Corners of eyes seen in Tuscan thingamajigs (6)CANTHI[T]
17 He leaked a secret police agent’s circular without a hint of trickery (7)ASSANGE
19 Mates French and Indian objectives (7) FRIENDS
22 A person who causes injury and thus may lead to rheumatism (6)MAIMER
24 Picture left by artist has sex appeal (8) PORTRAIT
26 Rhythmic area in the central part of a city (8) DOWNTOWN
28 Exchange an electrical component (6)SWITCH
30 She can be found around this crossword (4)NINA
31 Language spoken by Lieutenant returning with French friend (5) {T(AMIL)L<=}
32 Primarily, say, a Red Indian garb (4) S A R I

Down
1 Party buffet (4)BASH
2 Alien care is organised (including extraterrestrial), and so on (2,6) {ET} {C(ET)ERA*}
3 Brave toured around delta rapidly, for example (6)ADVERB
4 John's on the seaside structure and is more insane (7) LOO/PIER
5 Hence, RNA may be a booster (8)ENHANCER
6 Dutch (president) rebuilt a range (6)REAGAN
7 Rotate model vessel (4) T URN
14 As tea may be brewed during a voyage (2,3) AT SEA*
16 Pilgrim greeting — wearing a dinner jacket initially. Quite the contrary (5) HADJI
18 Mutilated target around Romania showed execution device (8)GARROTTE
20 Trees Ali chopped up first (8)EARLIEST
21 My peons, oddly, are persons whose names are used to name other places or things (7)EPONYMS*
23 Madcap has gent in aggressive clasp initially (6)MANIAC
25 Railway carries light ash compound imprudently (6)RASHLY
27 State, “State briefly — Input/Output” (4) OH I O
29 Accountant's costly vehicle in boggy copse (4)CARR

:clap::clap::clap: A nina is present, indeed!

[Joshuaceada]

Skulldugger

Across
1 Vacant ramshackle villa a European sailor occupied (9)
6 Untalented scribbler's sorry steed (4)
8 Semipro to colonel: “Boxing rules” (8)
9 Outstanding protests? On the contrary (3-3)
10 Councillors spoiled veterans' respite (15)
11 Ideas rubbished in a stage whisper (5)
13 This Riley's popped Ecstasy and is misbehaving peevishly (8)
15 By the sound of it, baby’s scared of large numbers (8)
18 Vocally praises cricket ground (5)
20 Properties with arthritic access, potentially (15)
23 Deliverance for fifty one trapped in submerged rock ridge (6)
24 Fantasised (in Spain, Germany) about enchantment endlessly (8)
25 Brits beginning to go westward, wind up in American prison (4)
26 By accident, enlists heartless eavesdropper who might be all ears? (9)

Down
1 Sepia, green pots go well together (5)
2 Stumbled, took top off, then changed completely (7)
3 Strikes top off curls (5)
4 Reporting credits obtained by sensibly avoiding spurious source, fabrication (2-5)
5 Eastern Church lacking dynamism, ends up in seventh heaven (8)
6 Roster of people soon likely to be late! (3,4)
7 Inconspicuous set with cocaine for George (9)
12 Type of monsoon experienced in Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram? Not quite (5-4)
14 Forgiving terrible crime by female University lecturer (8)
16 More unsanitary and more dangerous to take it in the other way (7)
17 Sort of curious chess piece revolutionary abandoned (7)
19 Rough idea routinely trimmed, revised (7)
21 Empty noggin anemones exhibited (5)
22 Head of prison officers decapitated by gangs (5)

http://www.thehindu.com/todays-paper/tp-miscellaneous/the-hindu-crossword-11609/article8150805.ece

[Russellfhc]

Across
1 Vacant ramshackle villa a European sailor occupied (9)
6 Untalented scribbler's sorry steed (4)
8 Semipro to colonel: “Boxing rules” (8)
9 Outstanding protests? On the contrary (3-3)SIT INS opp.
10 Councillors spoiled veterans' respite (15)
11 Ideas rubbished in a stage whisper (5)ASIDE*
13 This Riley's popped Ecstasy and is misbehaving peevishly (8)
15 By the sound of it, baby’s scared of large numbers (8)
18 Vocally praises cricket ground (5)
20 Properties with arthritic access, potentially (15)CHARACTERISTICS*
23 Deliverance for fifty one trapped in submerged rock ridge (6)
24 Fantasised (in Spain, Germany) about enchantment endlessly (8)
25 Brits beginning to go westward, wind up in American prison (4)
26 By accident, enlists heartless eavesdropper who might be all ears? (9)

Down
1 Sepia, green pots go well together (5)
2 Stumbled, took top off, then changed completely (7)
3 Strikes top off curls (5)
4 Reporting credits obtained by sensibly avoiding spurious source, fabrication (2-5)
5 Eastern Church lacking dynamism, ends up in seventh heaven (8)
6 Roster of people soon likely to be late! (3,4)
7 Inconspicuous set with cocaine for George (9)
12 Type of monsoon experienced in Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram? Not quite (5-4)SOUTH EAST by location example
14 Forgiving terrible crime by female University lecturer (8)
16 More unsanitary and more dangerous to take it in the other way (7)
17 Sort of curious chess piece revolutionary abandoned (7)
19 Rough idea routinely trimmed, revised (7)
21 Empty noggin anemones exhibited (5)INANE[T]
22 Head of prison officers decapitated by gangs (5)

[deepakgita]

Across
1 Vacant ramshackle villa a European sailor occupied (9) AVAILABLE
6 Untalented scribbler's sorry steed (4)
8 Semipro to colonel: “Boxing rules” (8) PROTOCOL
9 Outstanding protests? On the contrary (3-3)SIT INS opp.
10 Councillors spoiled veterans' respite (15) REPRESENTATIVES
11 Ideas rubbished in a stage whisper (5)ASIDE*
13 This Riley's popped Ecstasy and is misbehaving peevishly (8) SHIRTILY
15 By the sound of it, baby’s scared of large numbers (8)
18 Vocally praises cricket ground (5) LORDS
20 Properties with arthritic access, potentially (15)CHARACTERISTICS*
23 Deliverance for fifty one trapped in submerged rock ridge (6)
24 Fantasised (in Spain, Germany) about enchantment endlessly (8)
25 Brits beginning to go westward, wind up in American prison (4)
26 By accident, enlists heartless eavesdropper who might be all ears? (9)

Down
1 Sepia, green pots go well together (5)
2 Stumbled, took top off, then changed completely (7)
3 Strikes top off curls (5)
4 Reporting credits obtained by sensibly avoiding spurious source, fabrication (2-5)
5 Eastern Church lacking dynamism, ends up in seventh heaven (8)
6 Roster of people soon likely to be late! (3,4)
7 Inconspicuous set with cocaine for George (9)
12 Type of monsoon experienced in Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram? Not quite (5-4)SOUTH EAST by location example Correction SOUTH-WEST
14 Forgiving terrible crime by female University lecturer (8)
16 More unsanitary and more dangerous to take it in the other way (7)
17 Sort of curious chess piece revolutionary abandoned (7)
19 Rough idea routinely trimmed, revised (7)
21 Empty noggin anemones exhibited (5)INANE[T]
22 Head of prison officers decapitated by gangs (5)

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
1 Vacant ramshackle villa a European sailor occupied (9) AVAILABLE
6 Untalented scribbler's sorry steed (4)
8 Semipro to colonel: “Boxing rules” (8) PROTOCOL
9 Outstanding protests? On the contrary (3-3)SIT INS opp.
10 Councillors spoiled veterans' respite (15) REPRESENTATIVES
11 Ideas rubbished in a stage whisper (5)ASIDE*
13 This Riley's popped Ecstasy and is misbehaving peevishly (8) SHIRTILY
15 By the sound of it, baby’s scared of large numbers (8)
18 Vocally praises cricket ground (5) LORDS
20 Properties with arthritic access, potentially (15)CHARACTERISTICS*
23 Deliverance for fifty one trapped in submerged rock ridge (6)
24 Fantasised (in Spain, Germany) about enchantment endlessly (8)
25 Brits beginning to go westward, wind up in American prison (4)
26 By accident, enlists heartless eavesdropper who might be all ears? (9)

Down
1 Sepia, green pots go well together (5)AGREE
2 Stumbled, took top off, then changed completely (7)ALTERED
3 Strikes top off curls (5)LICKS
4 Reporting credits obtained by sensibly avoiding spurious source, fabrication (2-5)BY-LANES
5 Eastern Church lacking dynamism, ends up in seventh heaven (8)ECSTATIC
6 Roster of people soon likely to be late! (3,4)
7 Inconspicuous set with cocaine for George (9)
12 Type of monsoon experienced in Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram? Not quite (5-4)SOUTH EAST by location example Correction SOUTH-WEST
14 Forgiving terrible crime by female University lecturer (8)
16 More unsanitary and more dangerous to take it in the other way (7)
17 Sort of curious chess piece revolutionary abandoned (7)
19 Rough idea routinely trimmed, revised (7)
21 Empty noggin anemones exhibited (5)INANE[T]
22 Head of prison officers decapitated by gangs (5)

[Russellbew]

Across
1 Vacant ramshackle villa a European sailor occupied (9) AVAILABLE
6 Untalented scribbler's sorry steed (4)
8 Semipro to colonel: “Boxing rules” (8) PROTOCOL
9 Outstanding protests? On the contrary (3-3)SIT INS opp.
10 Councillors spoiled veterans' respite (15) REPRESENTATIVES
11 Ideas rubbished in a stage whisper (5)ASIDE*
13 This Riley's popped Ecstasy and is misbehaving peevishly (8) SHIRTILY
15 By the sound of it, baby’s scared of large numbers (8)
18 Vocally praises cricket ground (5) LORDS
20 Properties with arthritic access, potentially (15)CHARACTERISTICS*
23 Deliverance for fifty one trapped in submerged rock ridge (6)
24 Fantasised (in Spain, Germany) about enchantment endlessly (8)
25 Brits beginning to go westward, wind up in American prison (4)
26 By accident, enlists heartless eavesdropper who might be all ears? (9)

Down
1 Sepia, green pots go well together (5)AGREE
2 Stumbled, took top off, then changed completely (7)ALTERED
3 Strikes top off curls (5)LICKS
4 Reporting credits obtained by sensibly avoiding spurious source, fabrication (2-5)BY-LANES
5 Eastern Church lacking dynamism, ends up in seventh heaven (8)ECSTATIC
6 Roster of people soon likely to be late! (3,4)
7 Inconspicuous set with cocaine for George (9)
12 Type of monsoon experienced in Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram? Not quite (5-4)SOUTH EAST by location example Correction SOUTH-WEST
14 Forgiving terrible crime by female University lecturer (8)MERCIFUL
16 More unsanitary and more dangerous to take it in the other way (7)DIRTIER
17 Sort of curious chess piece revolutionary abandoned (7)SPECIES
19 Rough idea routinely trimmed, revised (7)OUTLINE
21 Empty noggin anemones exhibited (5)INANE[T]
22 Head of prison officers decapitated by gangs (5)CREWS

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
1 Vacant ramshackle villa a European sailor occupied (9) AVAILABLE
6 Untalented scribbler's sorry steed (4)HACK
8 Semipro to colonel: “Boxing rules” (8) PROTOCOL
9 Outstanding protests? On the contrary (3-3)SIT INS opp.
10 Councillors spoiled veterans' respite (15) REPRESENTATIVES
11 Ideas rubbished in a stage whisper (5)ASIDE*
13 This Riley's popped Ecstasy and is misbehaving peevishly (8) SHIRTILY
15 By the sound of it, baby’s scared of large numbers (8)HUNDREDS
18 Vocally praises cricket ground (5) LORDS
20 Properties with arthritic access, potentially (15)CHARACTERISTICS*
23 Deliverance for fifty one trapped in submerged rock ridge (6)RELIEF
24 Fantasised (in Spain, Germany) about enchantment endlessly (8)IMAGINED
25 Brits beginning to go westward, wind up in American prison (4)STIR
26 By accident, enlists heartless eavesdropper who might be all ears? (9)LISTENERS

Down
1 Sepia, green pots go well together (5)AGREE
2 Stumbled, took top off, then changed completely (7)ALTERED
3 Strikes top off curls (5)LOCKS
4 Reporting credits obtained by sensibly avoiding spurious source, fabrication (2-5)BY-LINES
5 Eastern Church lacking dynamism, ends up in seventh heaven (8)ECSTATIC
6 Roster of people soon likely to be late! (3,4)HIT LIST
7 Inconspicuous set with cocaine for George (9)CONCEALED
12 Type of monsoon experienced in Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram? Not quite (5-4)SOUTH EAST by location example Correction SOUTH-WEST
14 Forgiving terrible crime by female University lecturer (8)MERCIFUL
16 More unsanitary and more dangerous to take it in the other way (7)DIRTIER
17 Sort of curious chess piece revolutionary abandoned (7)SPECIES
19 Rough idea routinely trimmed, revised (7)OUTLINE
21 Empty noggin anemones exhibited (5)INANE[T]
22 Head of prison officers decapitated by gangs (5)CREWS

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

[deepakgita]

ACROSS
1 Short broadcast including a siren prepared for preliminary event (7-6) CURTAIN-RAISER
9 Payment to shelter dog not available? Disgusting (9) REPUGNANT
10 Odd editor backing protest (5) DEMUR
11 Just occupied by exercises in public (6) OPENLY
12 Buy tea, filling bag (8) PURCHASE
14 Leader needing attention, in bad shape and beginning to despair (9) }
15 Part of poem originally about lover (5)
16 Comments put forward after reflection (5)
18 Abandoned right purpose, holding weight (9)
20 Charm obtaining access (8)
21 Grow quiet during second defeat (6)
24 Finish on intimate terms (5)
25 Tests to carry out, designed to provide lessons (9)
26 Jumping main hurdles as novelist (6,7)


DOWN
1 Load vehicle and leave (5)
2 Complaints about awards (15)
3 Run gala badly, becoming gaunt (7)
4 Interact with odd characters out to be smart (4)
5 Incredible article on time put into measurement of water depth (10)
6 Cocktail, rushed, is coming up (7)
7 Mad scandal mayor sorted out for prime minister (6,9)
8 Force here wrecked ancient property (8)
13 React to art reproduced in reddish-brown colour (10)
14 Pass judgement on grammatical structure (8)
17 Faces swimming large lake to reach mountain (7)
19 Politician with anger restricted by American judges (7)
22 Some detest a stew's flavour (5)
23 Root initially under stone I move (4)

[Russellbew]

ACROSS
1 Short broadcast including a siren prepared for preliminary event (7-6) CURTAIN-RAISER
9 Payment to shelter dog not available? Disgusting (9) REPUGNANT
10 Odd editor backing protest (5) DEMUR
11 Just occupied by exercises in public (6) OPENLY
12 Buy tea, filling bag (8) PURCHASE
14 Leader needing attention, in bad shape and beginning to despair (9) SPEARHEAD
15 Part of poem originally about lover (5)ROMEO
16 Comments put forward after reflection (5) NOTES
18 Abandoned right purpose, holding weight (9) RENOUNCED
20 Charm obtaining access (8) ENTRANCE
21 Grow quiet during second defeat (6)
24 Finish on intimate terms (5)
25 Tests to carry out, designed to provide lessons (9)
26 Jumping main hurdles as novelist (6,7)


DOWN
1 Load vehicle and leave (5)
2 Complaints about awards (15)
3 Run gala badly, becoming gaunt (7)
4 Interact with odd characters out to be smart (4)
5 Incredible article on time put into measurement of water depth (10)
6 Cocktail, rushed, is coming up (7)
7 Mad scandal mayor sorted out for prime minister (6,9)
8 Force here wrecked ancient property (8)
13 React to art reproduced in reddish-brown colour (10)
14 Pass judgement on grammatical structure (8)
17 Faces swimming large lake to reach mountain (7)
19 Politician with anger restricted by American judges (7)
22 Some detest a stew's flavour (5)
23 Root initially under stone I move (4)

[pavalamani pragasam]

ACROSS
1 Short broadcast including a siren prepared for preliminary event (7-6) CURTAIN-RAISER
9 Payment to shelter dog not available? Disgusting (9) REPUGNANT
10 Odd editor backing protest (5) DEMUR
11 Just occupied by exercises in public (6) OPENLY
12 Buy tea, filling bag (8) PURCHASE
14 Leader needing attention, in bad shape and beginning to despair (9) SPEARHEAD
15 Part of poem originally about lover (5)ROMEO
16 Comments put forward after reflection (5) NOTES
18 Abandoned right purpose, holding weight (9) RENOUNCED
20 Charm obtaining access (8) ENTRANCE
21 Grow quiet during second defeat (6)
24 Finish on intimate terms (5)
25 Tests to carry out, designed to provide lessons (9)
26 Jumping main hurdles as novelist (6,7)


DOWN
1 Load vehicle and leave (5)
2 Complaints about awards (15)
3 Run gala badly, becoming gaunt (7)
4 Interact with odd characters out to be smart (4)
5 Incredible article on time put into measurement of water depth (10)
6 Cocktail, rushed, is coming up (7)
7 Mad scandal mayor sorted out for prime minister (6,9)
8 Force here wrecked ancient property (8)
13 React to art reproduced in reddish-brown colour (10)TERRACOTTA
14 Pass judgement on grammatical structure (8)SENTENCE
17 Faces swimming large lake to reach mountain (7)
19 Politician with anger restricted by American judges (7)UMPIRES
22 Some detest a stew's flavour (5)TASTE
23 Root initially under stone I move (4)STIR

[pavalamani pragasam]

ACROSS
1 Short broadcast including a siren prepared for preliminary event (7-6) CURTAIN-RAISER
9 Payment to shelter dog not available? Disgusting (9) REPUGNANT
10 Odd editor backing protest (5) DEMUR
11 Just occupied by exercises in public (6) OPENLY
12 Buy tea, filling bag (8) PURCHASE
14 Leader needing attention, in bad shape and beginning to despair (9) SPEARHEAD
15 Part of poem originally about lover (5)ROMEO
16 Comments put forward after reflection (5) NOTES
18 Abandoned right purpose, holding weight (9) RENOUNCED
20 Charm obtaining access (8) ENTRANCE
21 Grow quiet during second defeat (6)SPROUT
24 Finish on intimate terms (5)CLOSE
25 Tests to carry out, designed to provide lessons (9)TUTORIALS
26 Jumping main hurdles as novelist (6,7)SALMAN RUSHDIE


DOWN
1 Load vehicle and leave (5)CARGO
2 Complaints about awards (15)REPRESENTATIONS
3 Run gala badly, becoming gaunt (7)ANGULAR
4 Interact with odd characters out to be smart (4)NEAT
5 Incredible article on time put into measurement of water depth (10)ASTOUNDING
6 Cocktail, rushed, is coming up (7)SIDECAR
7 Mad scandal mayor sorted out for prime minister (6,9)RAMSAY MACDONALD
8 Force here wrecked ancient property (8)FREEHOLD
13 React to art reproduced in reddish-brown colour (10)TERRACOTTA
14 Pass judgement on grammatical structure (8)SENTENCE
17 Faces swimming large lake to reach mountain (7)SCAFELL
19 Politician with anger restricted by American judges (7)UMPIRES
22 Some detest a stew's flavour (5)TASTE
23 Root initially under stone I move (4)STIR

:clap::clap::clap: Good!

[Joshuaceada]

Anon

Across
1 Critical points are not obtuse (5,6)
9 Peacekeepers start off journey to extricate (7)
10 Attack by revolutionary to capture South American country (6)
11 Plate is transparent? Not quite (5)
12 Damsel I dubiously deceive (7)
15 Beware! Staff conceal lie (4)
16 Peculiar looking sequin for setter is a prerequisite (4,3,3)
18 First off, choose discourse for constituency (10)
20 Immediately starts something then and there (4)
23 Follow stoic comic receiving Knowledge Transfer (5,2)
24 Brave soldier initially to boast (5)
26 Ancient football had leading clergy and laymen cheering incessantly outdoors (6)
27 Best alien instrument (7)
28 In a riot, smash store’s windows (5,6)

Down
2 Giving in to urge after losing initial resolve (6)
3 Endlessly delight, bring up story (4)
4 Designers vandalise sci-tech art (10)
5 Do your best, proceed to lose all ten wickets (2,3,3)
6 Impress English rani by accident (7)
7 Unopened wine included in meal for sponsor (9)
8 Buccaneers remove one who blabbers (6)
13 Head of Mumbai police restricts movements (10)
14 Establish an academy (9)
17 Send back beds, return rack in automobile (5,3)
19 Quote old pamphlet (7)
21 Soldiers return impoverished, hide in empty tents (6)
22 Broken pieces of statue are sharp (6)
25 Company that gives you a lift? (4)

http://www.thehindu.com/todays-paper/tp-miscellaneous/the-hindu-crossword-11612/article8167329.ece

[deepakgita]

Across
1 Critical points are not obtuse (5,6) ACUTE ANGLES
9 Peacekeepers start off journey to extricate (7) UNRAVEL
10 Attack by revolutionary to capture South American country (6) CHARGE
11 Plate is transparent? Not quite (5) PATEN
12 Damsel I dubiously deceive (7) MISLEAD
15 Beware! Staff conceal lie (4)
16 Peculiar looking sequin for setter is a prerequisite (4,3,3)
18 First off, choose discourse for constituency (10)
20 Immediately starts something then and there (4)
23 Follow stoic comic receiving Knowledge Transfer (5,2)
24 Brave soldier initially to boast (5)
26 Ancient football had leading clergy and laymen cheering incessantly outdoors (6)
27 Best alien instrument (7)
28 In a riot, smash store’s windows (5,6)

Down
2 Giving in to urge after losing initial resolve (6)
3 Endlessly delight, bring up story (4)
4 Designers vandalise sci-tech art (10)
5 Do your best, proceed to lose all ten wickets (2,3,3)
6 Impress English rani by accident (7)
7 Unopened wine included in meal for sponsor (9)
8 Buccaneers remove one who blabbers (6)
13 Head of Mumbai police restricts movements (10)
14 Establish an academy (9)
17 Send back beds, return rack in automobile (5,3)
19 Quote old pamphlet (7)
21 Soldiers return impoverished, hide in empty tents (6)
22 Broken pieces of statue are sharp (6)
25 Company that gives you a lift? (4)

[Russellrvw]

Across
1 Critical points are not obtuse (5,6) ACUTE ANGLES
9 Peacekeepers start off journey to extricate (7) UNRAVEL
10 Attack by revolutionary to capture South American country (6) CHARGE
11 Plate is transparent? Not quite (5) PATEN
12 Damsel I dubiously deceive (7) MISLEAD
15 Beware! Staff conceal lie (4)
16 Peculiar looking sequin for setter is a prerequisite (4,3,3)
18 First off, choose discourse for constituency (10)
20 Immediately starts something then and there (4)
23 Follow stoic comic receiving Knowledge Transfer (5,2)
24 Brave soldier initially to boast (5)
26 Ancient football had leading clergy and laymen cheering incessantly outdoors (6)
27 Best alien instrument (7)
28 In a riot, smash store’s windows (5,6)

Down
2 Giving in to urge after losing initial resolve (6)
3 Endlessly delight, bring up story (4)
4 Designers vandalise sci-tech art (10) ARCHITECTS*
5 Do your best, proceed to lose all ten wickets (2,3,3) GO ALL OUT (CD)
6 Impress English rani by accident (7) (ENG)(RAIN*)
7 Unopened wine included in meal for sponsor (9)
8 Buccaneers remove one who blabbers (6) P[-i]RATES
13 Head of Mumbai police restricts movements (10)
14 Establish an academy (9) INSTITUTE [2]
17 Send back beds, return rack in automobile (5,3)
19 Quote old pamphlet (7)
21 Soldiers return impoverished, hide in empty tents (6)
22 Broken pieces of statue are sharp (6)
25 Company that gives you a lift? (4)

[sandhya.p61]

Across
1 Critical points are not obtuse (5,6) ACUTE ANGLES
9 Peacekeepers start off journey to extricate (7) UNRAVEL
10 Attack by revolutionary to capture South American country (6) CHARGE
11 Plate is transparent? Not quite (5) PATEN
12 Damsel I dubiously deceive (7) MISLEAD
15 Beware! Staff conceal lie (4)
16 Peculiar looking sequin for setter is a prerequisite (4,3,3) SINE QUA NON
18 First off, choose discourse for constituency (10) ELECTORATE
20 Immediately starts something then and there (4)
23 Follow stoic comic receiving Knowledge Transfer (5,2) STICK TO
24 Brave soldier initially to boast (5)
26 Ancient football had leading clergy and laymen cheering incessantly outdoors (6)
27 Best alien instrument (7)
28 In a riot, smash store’s windows (5,6)

Down
2 Giving in to urge after losing initial resolve (6)
3 Endlessly delight, bring up story (4)
4 Designers vandalise sci-tech art (10) ARCHITECTS*
5 Do your best, proceed to lose all ten wickets (2,3,3) GO ALL OUT (CD)
6 Impress English rani by accident (7) (ENG)(RAIN*)
7 Unopened wine included in meal for sponsor (9)
8 Buccaneers remove one who blabbers (6) P[-i]RATES
13 Head of Mumbai police restricts movements (10) MIGRATION
14 Establish an academy (9) INSTITUTE [2]
17 Send back beds, return rack in automobile (5,3) STOCK CAR
19 Quote old pamphlet (7)
21 Soldiers return impoverished, hide in empty tents (6)
22 Broken pieces of statue are sharp (6)
25 Company that gives you a lift? (4)

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
1 Critical points are not obtuse (5,6) ACUTE ANGLES
9 Peacekeepers start off journey to extricate (7) UNRAVEL
10 Attack by revolutionary to capture South American country (6) CHARGE
11 Plate is transparent? Not quite (5) PATEN
12 Damsel I dubiously deceive (7) MISLEAD
15 Beware! Staff conceal lie (4)
16 Peculiar looking sequin for setter is a prerequisite (4,3,3) SINE QUA NON
18 First off, choose discourse for constituency (10) ELECTORATE
20 Immediately starts something then and there (4)
23 Follow stoic comic receiving Knowledge Transfer (5,2) STICK TO
24 Brave soldier initially to boast (5)
26 Ancient football had leading clergy and laymen cheering incessantly outdoors (6)
27 Best alien instrument (7)
28 In a riot, smash store’s windows (5,6)

Down
2 Giving in to urge after losing initial resolve (6)
3 Endlessly delight, bring up story (4)TALLE
4 Designers vandalise sci-tech art (10) ARCHITECTS*
5 Do your best, proceed to lose all ten wickets (2,3,3) GO ALL OUT (CD)
6 Impress English rani by accident (7) (ENG)(RAIN*)
7 Unopened wine included in meal for sponsor (9)
8 Buccaneers remove one who blabbers (6) P[-i]RATES
13 Head of Mumbai police restricts movements (10) MIGRATION
14 Establish an academy (9) INSTITUTE [2]
17 Send back beds, return rack in automobile (5,3) STOCK CAR
19 Quote old pamphlet (7)EXTRACT
21 Soldiers return impoverished, hide in empty tents (6)TROOPS
22 Broken pieces of statue are sharp (6)ASTUTE
25 Company that gives you a lift? (4)OTIS

[Russellbew]

Across
1 Critical points are not obtuse (5,6) ACUTE ANGLES
9 Peacekeepers start off journey to extricate (7) UNRAVEL
10 Attack by revolutionary to capture South American country (6) CHARGE
11 Plate is transparent? Not quite (5) PATEN
12 Damsel I dubiously deceive (7) MISLEAD
15 Beware! Staff conceal lie (4)
16 Peculiar looking sequin for setter is a prerequisite (4,3,3) SINE QUA NON
18 First off, choose discourse for constituency (10) ELECTORATE
20 Immediately starts something then and there (4)STAT
23 Follow stoic comic receiving Knowledge Transfer (5,2) STICK TO
24 Brave soldier initially to boast (5)STOUT
26 Ancient football had leading clergy and laymen cheering incessantly outdoors (6)
27 Best alien instrument (7)TRUMPET
28 In a riot, smash store’s windows (5,6)

Down
2 Giving in to urge after losing initial resolve (6)CAVING
3 Endlessly delight, bring up story (4)TALLE
4 Designers vandalise sci-tech art (10) ARCHITECTS*
5 Do your best, proceed to lose all ten wickets (2,3,3) GO ALL OUT (CD)
6 Impress English rani by accident (7) (ENG)(RAIN*)
7 Unopened wine included in meal for sponsor (9)SUPPORTER
8 Buccaneers remove one who blabbers (6) P[-i]RATES
13 Head of Mumbai police restricts movements (10) MIGRATION
14 Establish an academy (9) INSTITUTE [2]
17 Send back beds, return rack in automobile (5,3) STOCK CAR
19 Quote old pamphlet (7)EXTRACT
21 Soldiers return impoverished, hide in empty tents (6)TROOPS
22 Broken pieces of statue are sharp (6)ASTUTE
25 Company that gives you a lift? (4)OTIS

[Joshuaceada]

Sunnet

Across
1 Selection of Mariam as queen leads to dramatic entertainment (6)
4 Detailed and written description provided to Chip (8)
10 Charm of mid-January? (9)
11 Servant to bear fruit (5)
12 Spherical bullet (5)
13 Spies decoded nine lists (7,2)
14 Cut German's yen for sweetener (7)
16 Torpedoed last sailor (4)
19 Direction to measure tree (4)
21 Mostly predates muddled bureaucracy (3,4)
24 See freedom fighter's unwilling to cover (9)
25 Drug, a diabetic has in the beginning of the year (5)
26 Minute to Kansas is several days (5)
27 Chronicler Scot follows his central characters in the story (9)
28 Let's face a local (8)
29 Heavy food for dull person (6)

Down
1 Open a piece of meat brought up to king (8)
2 Indian Railway division's waiting room is missing hand sponge (8)
3 Overturn state's limit (5)
5 Exhorts printers (7)
6 Urged the Spanish, French and German company representative to move ahead (9)
7 Covering the heart of Nordic people in the end (6)
8 Cries to seize partner's coins (6)
9 Cold empty cry around mound (6)
15 Applied to Queen to block cut (9)
17 Roll up carpet with a peel of fruit (8)
18 I have raised ball's exterior abnormality (8)
20 Flier to secure ambassador's number (7)
21 Note #change (6)
22 Perhaps rose to run with engineers from the south (6)
23 Virtuoso Sen unusually shrivels (6)
25 Snake in Chandigarh perhaps — One that attacks by surprise (1-4)

http://www.thehindu.com/todays-paper/tp-miscellaneous/the-hindu-crossword-11640/article8303986.ece

[sandhya.p61]

Across
1 Selection of Mariam as queen leads to dramatic entertainment (6)
4 Detailed and written description provided to Chip (8)
10 Charm of mid-January? (9)
11 Servant to bear fruit (5)
12 Spherical bullet (5)
13 Spies decoded nine lists (7,2) LISTENS IN
14 Cut German's yen for sweetener (7)
16 Torpedoed last sailor (4) SALT
19 Direction to measure tree (4)
21 Mostly predates muddled bureaucracy (3,4) RED TAPE
24 See freedom fighter's unwilling to cover (9)
25 Drug, a diabetic has in the beginning of the year (5)
26 Minute to Kansas is several days (5)
27 Chronicler Scot follows his central characters in the story (9)
28 Let's face a local (8)
29 Heavy food for dull person (6)

Down
1 Open a piece of meat brought up to king (8)
2 Indian Railway division's waiting room is missing hand sponge (8)
3 Overturn state's limit (5)
5 Exhorts printers (7) PRESSES{/b]
6 Urged the Spanish, French and German company representative to move ahead (9) [b]COMPELLED
7 Covering the heart of Nordic people in the end (6)
8 Cries to seize partner's coins (6)
9 Cold empty cry around mound (6)
15 Applied to Queen to block cut (9)
17 Roll up carpet with a peel of fruit (8)
18 I have raised ball's exterior abnormality (8)
20 Flier to secure ambassador's number (7)
21 Note #change (6)
22 Perhaps rose to run with engineers from the south (6)
23 Virtuoso Sen unusually shrivels (6)
25 Snake in Chandigarh perhaps — One that attacks by surprise (1-4)

[Joshuaceada]

xChequer

Across
7 Vest husband wears at home before retiring (6)
8 Calmed down when position described at depth (8)
9 Opener, yards away, stranded — falling and getting up (8)
10 Heavy loss of wickets leaving score below hundred (6)
11 Changes to copy trend around school (5)
12 Make beloved finish kissing each fingertip (6)
14 Treating public as foe at head office perhaps (5,2,8)
17 Just when reasonable margins in venture should be returned (4,2)
18 Award cash for Australian swimmer (5)
22 Stuck-up, left lying next to one in desi hang-out (2-2-2)
23 Constant absence of barriers, say, for wise guys (4-4)
24 Aimless rover, having crossed fifty, pleased — more or less (8)
25 Female swans taking on grooms (6)

Down
1 People, without exception, fancy land alone (3,3,3)
2 Fraud bound to go up round these days (6)
3 Bespoke, centrally vented, tailor-made suit (5)
4 Bottom line: census periodically skipped without justification (8)
5 Parasite in spleen infecting pet (6-2)
6 Mole, black, an eyesore perhaps popping out of skin (5)
8 Hot dog, panting like crazy over sea dog? (3,2,1,7)
13 One mugging silly Latin, stupidly cramming answer (9)
15 Religious circle represented by a Liberal (8)
16 Symbol in mathematics, one possibly connecting a number (8)
19 Satisfied with money collected in welfare drive (6)
20 Heart-rending devotional song for one from Barbados (5)
21 Manage without posh car (5)

http://www.thehindu.com/todays-paper/tp-miscellaneous/the-hindu-crossword-11641/article8308858.ece

[Russellfhc]

Across
7 Vest husband wears at home before retiring (6)
8 Calmed down when position described at depth (8)
9 Opener, yards away, stranded — falling and getting up (8)
10 Heavy loss of wickets leaving score below hundred (6) (-w)EIGHTY
11 Changes to copy trend around school (5)
12 Make beloved finish kissing each fingertip (6)
14 Treating public as foe at head office perhaps (5,2,8) (PLACE OF BUSI)*NESS
17 Just when reasonable margins in venture should be returned (4,2)
18 Award cash for Australian swimmer (5)
22 Stuck-up, left lying next to one in desi hang-out (2-2-2)
23 Constant absence of barriers, say, for wise guys (4-4)
24 Aimless rover, having crossed fifty, pleased — more or less (8)
25 Female swans taking on grooms (6)

Down
1 People, without exception, fancy land alone (3,3,3) ONE AND ALL*
2 Fraud bound to go up round these days (6)
3 Bespoke, centrally vented, tailor-made suit (5)
4 Bottom line: census periodically skipped without justification (8)
5 Parasite in spleen infecting pet (6-2)H(ANGER) ON
6 Mole, black, an eyesore perhaps popping out of skin (5)
8 Hot dog, panting like crazy over sea dog? (3,2,1,7)PIG IN A BLANKET (panting like)* and BA?
13 One mugging silly Latin, stupidly cramming answer (9)
15 Religious circle represented by a Liberal (8)
16 Symbol in mathematics, one possibly connecting a number (8)
19 Satisfied with money collected in welfare drive (6)
20 Heart-rending devotional song for one from Barbados (5)
21 Manage without posh car (5)

[Russellrvw]

Across
7 Vest husband wears at home before retiring (6)
8 Calmed down when position described at depth (8) {PLAC(AT)E}{D}
9 Opener, yards away, stranded — falling and getting up (8)
10 Heavy loss of wickets leaving score below hundred (6)
11 Changes to copy trend around school (5)
12 Make beloved finish kissing each fingertip (6)
14 Treating public as foe at head office perhaps (5,2,8) (PLACE OF BUSI)*NESS
17 Just when reasonable margins in venture should be returned (4,2)
18 Award cash for Australian swimmer (5)
22 Stuck-up, left lying next to one in desi hang-out (2-2-2)
23 Constant absence of barriers, say, for wise guys (4-4) ~no walls KNOW-ALLS
24 Aimless rover, having crossed fifty, pleased — more or less (8)
25 Female swans / taking on / grooms (6) P(RE)ENS

Down
1 People, without exception, fancy land alone (3,3,3) ONE AND ALL*
2 Fraud bound to go up round these days (6)
3 Bespoke, centrally vented, tailor-made suit (5)
4 Bottom line: census periodically skipped without justification (8)
5 Parasite in spleen infecting pet (6-2)
6 Mole, black, an eyesore perhaps popping out of skin (5)
8 Hot dog, panting like crazy over sea dog? (3,2,1,7)PIG IN A BLANKET (panting like)* and BA?
13 One mugging //silly / Latin, stupidly / cramming answer (9) (ASS)(A)(ILANT*)
15 Religious circle represented by a Liberal (8)
16 Symbol in mathematics, one possibly connecting a number (8)
19 Satisfied with money collected in welfare drive (6)
20 Heart-rending devotional song for one from Barbados (5)
21 Manage without posh car (5) CO(U)PE

[deepakgita]

Across
7 Vest husband wears at home before retiring (6)
8 Calmed down when position described at depth (8) {PLAC(AT)E}{D}
9 Opener, yards away, stranded — falling and getting up (8)
10 Heavy loss of wickets leaving score below hundred (6)
11 Changes to copy trend around school (5)
12 Make beloved finish kissing each fingertip (6)
14 Treating public as foe at head office perhaps (5,2,8) (PLACE OF BUSI)*NESS
17 Just when reasonable margins in venture should be returned (4,2)
18 Award cash for Australian swimmer (5)
22 Stuck-up, left lying next to one in desi hang-out (2-2-2) LA-DI-DA
23 Constant absence of barriers, say, for wise guys (4-4) ~no walls KNOW-ALLS
24 Aimless rover, having crossed fifty, pleased — more or less (8)
25 Female swans / taking on / grooms (6) P(RE)ENS

Down
1 People, without exception, fancy land alone (3,3,3) ONE AND ALL*
2 Fraud bound to go up round these days (6)
3 Bespoke, centrally vented, tailor-made suit (5)
4 Bottom line: census periodically skipped without justification (8) BASELESS
5 Parasite in spleen infecting pet (6-2) HANGER-ON
6 Mole, black, an eyesore perhaps popping out of skin (5)
8 Hot dog, panting like crazy over sea dog? (3,2,1,7)PIG IN A BLANKET (panting like)* and BA?
13 One mugging //silly / Latin, stupidly / cramming answer (9) (ASS)(A)(ILANT*)
15 Religious circle represented by a Liberal (8) CLERICAL
16 Symbol in mathematics, one possibly connecting a number (8)
19 Satisfied with money collected in welfare drive (6)
20 Heart-rending devotional song for one from Barbados (5) BAJAN
21 Manage without posh car (5) CO(U)PE

[sandhya.p61]

Across
7 Vest husband wears at home before retiring (6)
8 Calmed down when position described at depth (8) {PLAC(AT)E}{D}
9 Opener, yards away, stranded — falling and getting up (8)
10 Heavy loss of wickets leaving score below hundred (6)
11 Changes to copy trend around school (5) EDITS
12 Make beloved finish kissing each fingertip (6) ENDEAR
14 Treating public as foe at head office perhaps (5,2,8) (PLACE OF BUSI)*NESS
17 Just when reasonable margins in venture should be returned (4,2) EVEN AS
18 Award cash for Australian swimmer (5)
22 Stuck-up, left lying next to one in desi hang-out (2-2-2) LA-DI-DA
23 Constant absence of barriers, say, for wise guys (4-4) ~no walls KNOW-ALLS
24 Aimless rover, having crossed fifty, pleased — more or less (8) LAYABOUT
25 Female swans / taking on / grooms (6) P(RE)ENS

Down
1 People, without exception, fancy land alone (3,3,3) ONE AND ALL*
2 Fraud bound to go up round these days (6)
3 Bespoke, centrally vented, tailor-made suit (5)
4 Bottom line: census periodically skipped without justification (8) BASELESS
5 Parasite in spleen infecting pet (6-2) HANGER-ON
6 Mole, black, an eyesore perhaps popping out of skin (5)
8 Hot dog, panting like crazy over sea dog? (3,2,1,7)PIG IN A BLANKET (panting like)* and BA?
13 One mugging //silly / Latin, stupidly / cramming answer (9) (ASS)(A)(ILANT*)
15 Religious circle represented by a Liberal (8) CLERICAL
16 Symbol in mathematics, one possibly connecting a number (8) OPERATOR
19 Satisfied with money collected in welfare drive (6)
20 Heart-rending devotional song for one from Barbados (5) BAJAN
21 Manage without posh car (5) CO(U)PE

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
7 Vest husband wears at home before retiring (6)INHERE
8 Calmed down when position described at depth (8) {PLAC(AT)E}{D}
9 Opener, yards away, stranded — falling and getting up (8)WAKENING
10 Heavy loss of wickets leaving score below hundred (6)EIGHTY
11 Changes to copy trend around school (5) EDITS
12 Make beloved finish kissing each fingertip (6) ENDEAR
14 Treating public as foe at head office perhaps (5,2,8) (PLACE OF BUSI)*NESS
17 Just when reasonable margins in venture should be returned (4,2) EVEN AS
18 Award cash for Australian swimmer (5)OSCAR
22 Stuck-up, left lying next to one in desi hang-out (2-2-2) LA-DI-DA
23 Constant absence of barriers, say, for wise guys (4-4) ~no walls KNOW-ALLS
24 Aimless rover, having crossed fifty, pleased — more or less (8) LAYABOUT
25 Female swans / taking on / grooms (6) P(RE)ENS

Down
1 People, without exception, fancy land alone (3,3,3) ONE AND ALL*
2 Fraud bound to go up round these days (6)DECEIT
3 Bespoke, centrally vented, tailor-made suit (5)BEFIT
4 Bottom line: census periodically skipped without justification (8) BASELESS
5 Parasite in spleen infecting pet (6-2) HANGER-ON
6 Mole, black, an eyesore perhaps popping out of skin (5)JETTY
8 Hot dog, panting like crazy over sea dog? (3,2,1,7)PIG IN A BLANKET (panting like)* and BA?
13 One mugging //silly / Latin, stupidly / cramming answer (9) (ASS)(A)(ILANT*)
15 Religious circle represented by a Liberal (8) CLERICAL
16 Symbol in mathematics, one possibly connecting a number (8) OPERATOR
19 Satisfied with money collected in welfare drive (6)SLAKED
20 Heart-rending devotional song for one from Barbados (5) BAJAN
21 Manage without posh car (5) CO(U)PE

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

[Joshuaceada]

xChequer

Across
7 Collected watch straps, extremely rare and new (6)
8 States repeatedly ignoring liberal, educated people (8)
9 Blissful time for music providing one a tonic (8)
10 Hand in old gold — government finally appearing to provide encouragement (6)
11 Conservative, mature and restrained (5)
12 Butterfly's mission to reach the moon (6)
14 Set any decent norm so as to observe protocol (5,2,8)
17 Salutes perfectly maintaining singular bearing (6)
18 Applications for relief primarily based on charity (5)
22 A gun for everyone (6)
23 Rabbi, in short, getting cross (8)
24 Set free, let dogs breed occasionally (8)
25 Continent having cold precipitation (6)

Down
1 Beams of forged steel found breaking (9)
2 Temperament of people when son is married (6)
3 Inspiring one — stand up to worship as god (5)
4 Run constantly sipping drink, then shower (8)
5 Sweeper employed at hotel getting place to shower (8)
6 Sports related goods (5)
8 Describing one unfit, an accident apt to leave one essentially thus? (13)
13 Sadly no, amity is quite the contrary (9)
15 School attender shot the bull (8)
16 Dash over, upset when husband is restrained (2,1,5)
19 Primitive being more or less reflected in a genus of chimps (6)
20 Regularly attend after work is decided (5)
21 Miles to go before leading in progress (5)

http://www.thehindu.com/todays-paper/tp-miscellaneous/the-hindu-crossword-11641/article8308858.ece

[Russellfhc]

Across
7 Collected watch straps, extremely rare and new (6)
8 States repeatedly ignoring liberal, educated people (8)
9 Blissful time for music providing one a tonic (8)
10 Hand in old gold — government finally appearing to provide encouragement (6) EX(H)OR T
11 Conservative, mature and restrained (5)
12 Butterfly's mission to reach the moon (6)
14 Set any decent norm so as to observe protocol (5,2,8)STAND ON CEREMONY*
17 Salutes perfectly maintaining singular bearing (6)
18 Applications for relief primarily based on charity (5)
22 A gun for everyone (6)
23 Rabbi, in short, getting cross (8)
24 Set free, let dogs breed occasionally (8)
25 Continent having cold precipitation (6)

Down
1 Beams of forged steel found breaking (9)
2 Temperament of people when son is married (6)
3 Inspiring one — stand up to worship as god (5)
4 Run constantly sipping drink, then shower (8)
5 Sweeper employed at hotel getting place to shower (8)
6 Sports related goods (5)
8 Describing one unfit, an accident apt to leave one essentially thus? (13)INCAPACITATED
13 Sadly no, amity is quite the contrary (9)ANIMOSITY*
15 School attender shot the bull (8)
16 Dash over, upset when husband is restrained (2,1,5)
19 Primitive being more or less reflected in a genus of chimps (6)
20 Regularly attend after work is decided (5) OP T E D
21 Miles to go before leading in progress (5)

[deepakgita]

Across
7 Collected watch straps, extremely rare and new (6) SERENE
8 States repeatedly ignoring liberal, educated people (8) ITERATES
9 Blissful time for music providing one a tonic (8) BEATIFIC
10 Hand in old gold — government finally appearing to provide encouragement (6) EX(H)OR T
11 Conservative, mature and restrained (5) CAGED
12 Butterfly's mission to reach the moon (6) APOLLO
14 Set any decent norm so as to observe protocol (5,2,8)STAND ON CEREMONY*
17 Salutes perfectly maintaining singular bearing (6)
18 Applications for relief primarily based on charity (5)
22 A gun for everyone (6)
23 Rabbi, in short, getting cross (8)
24 Set free, let dogs breed occasionally (8)
25 Continent having cold precipitation (6)

Down
1 Beams of forged steel found breaking (9)
2 Temperament of people when son is married (6)
3 Inspiring one — stand up to worship as god (5)
4 Run constantly sipping drink, then shower (8)
5 Sweeper employed at hotel getting place to shower (8)
6 Sports related goods (5)
8 Describing one unfit, an accident apt to leave one essentially thus? (13)INCAPACITATED
13 Sadly no, amity is quite the contrary (9)ANIMOSITY*
15 School attender shot the bull (8)
16 Dash over, upset when husband is restrained (2,1,5)
19 Primitive being more or less reflected in a genus of chimps (6)
20 Regularly attend after work is decided (5)
21 Miles to go before leading in progress (5)

[Russellrvw]

Across
7 Collected watch straps, extremely rare and new (6) SERENE
8 States repeatedly ignoring liberal, educated people (8) ITERATES
9 Blissful time for music providing one a tonic (8) BEATIFIC
10 Hand in old gold — government finally appearing to provide encouragement (6) EX(H)OR T
11 Conservative, mature and restrained (5) CAGED
12 Butterfly's mission to reach the moon (6) APOLLO
14 Set any decent norm so as to observe protocol (5,2,8)STAND ON CEREMONY*
17 Salutes perfectly maintaining singular bearing (6)
18 Applications for relief primarily based on charity (5)
22 A gun for everyone (6)
23 Rabbi, in short, getting cross (8)
24 Set free, let dogs breed occasionally (8)
25 Continent having cold precipitation (6)

Down
1 Beams of forged steel found breaking (9) {TELE(CAST)S*}
2 Temperament of people when son is married (6) [-s](+M)ETTLE
3 Inspiring one — stand up to worship as god (5) DE(I)FY
4 Run constantly sipping drink, then shower (8) {R}{EVE(ALE)R}
5 Sweeper employed at hotel getting place to shower (8) B(AT/H)ROOM
6 Sports related goods (5)
8 Describing one unfit, an accident apt to leave one essentially thus? (13)INCAPACITATED
13 Sadly no, amity is quite the contrary (9)ANIMOSITY*
15 School attender shot the bull (8)
16 Dash over, upset when husband is restrained (2,1,5)
19 Primitive being more or less reflected in a genus of chimps (6)
20 Regularly attend after work is decided (5)
21 Miles to go before leading in progress (5)

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
7 Collected watch straps, extremely rare and new (6) SERENE
8 States repeatedly ignoring liberal, educated people (8) ITERATES
9 Blissful time for music providing one a tonic (8) BEATIFIC
10 Hand in old gold — government finally appearing to provide encouragement (6) EX(H)OR T
11 Conservative, mature and restrained (5) CAGED
12 Butterfly's mission to reach the moon (6) APOLLO
14 Set any decent norm so as to observe protocol (5,2,8)STAND ON CEREMONY*
17 Salutes perfectly maintaining singular bearing (6)
18 Applications for relief primarily based on charity (5)
22 A gun for everyone (6)
23 Rabbi, in short, getting cross (8)
24 Set free, let dogs breed occasionally (8)
25 Continent having cold precipitation (6)CHASTE

Down
1 Beams of forged steel found breaking (9) {TELE(CAST)S*}
2 Temperament of people when son is married (6) [-s](+M)ETTLE
3 Inspiring one — stand up to worship as god (5) DE(I)FY
4 Run constantly sipping drink, then shower (8) {R}{EVE(ALE)R}
5 Sweeper employed at hotel getting place to shower (8) B(AT/H)ROOM
6 Sports related goods (5)
8 Describing one unfit, an accident apt to leave one essentially thus? (13)INCAPACITATED
13 Sadly no, amity is quite the contrary (9)ANIMOSITY*
15 School attender shot the bull (8)
16 Dash over, upset when husband is restrained (2,1,5)ON A LEASH
19 Primitive being more or less reflected in a genus of chimps (6)APEMAN
20 Regularly attend after work is decided (5)OPTED
21 Miles to go before leading in progress (5)MARCH

[Russellbew]

Across
7 Collected watch straps, extremely rare and new (6) SERENE
8 States repeatedly ignoring liberal, educated people (8) ITERATES
9 Blissful time for music providing one a tonic (8) BEATIFIC
10 Hand in old gold — government finally appearing to provide encouragement (6) EX(H)OR T
11 Conservative, mature and restrained (5) CAGED
12 Butterfly's mission to reach the moon (6) APOLLO
14 Set any decent norm so as to observe protocol (5,2,8)STAND ON CEREMONY*
17 Salutes perfectly maintaining singular bearing (6)
18 Applications for relief primarily based on charity (5)BALMS
22 A gun for everyone (6)APIECE
23 Rabbi, in short, getting cross (8)TRAVERSE
24 Set free, let dogs breed occasionally (8)RELEASED
25 Continent having cold precipitation (6)CHASTE

Down
1 Beams of forged steel found breaking (9) {TELE(CAST)S*}
2 Temperament of people when son is married (6) [-s](+M)ETTLE
3 Inspiring one — stand up to worship as god (5) DE(I)FY
4 Run constantly sipping drink, then shower (8) {R}{EVE(ALE)R}
5 Sweeper employed at hotel getting place to shower (8) B(AT/H)ROOM
6 Sports related goods (5)WEARS
8 Describing one unfit, an accident apt to leave one essentially thus? (13)INCAPACITATED
13 Sadly no, amity is quite the contrary (9)ANIMOSITY*
15 School attender shot the bull (8)
16 Dash over, upset when husband is restrained (2,1,5)ON A LEASH
19 Primitive being more or less reflected in a genus of chimps (6)APEMAN
20 Regularly attend after work is decided (5)OPTED
21 Miles to go before leading in progress (5)MARCH

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
7 Collected watch straps, extremely rare and new (6) SERENE
8 States repeatedly ignoring liberal, educated people (8) ITERATES
9 Blissful time for music providing one a tonic (8) BEATIFIC
10 Hand in old gold — government finally appearing to provide encouragement (6) EX(H)OR T
11 Conservative, mature and restrained (5) CAGED
12 Butterfly's mission to reach the moon (6) APOLLO
14 Set any decent norm so as to observe protocol (5,2,8)STAND ON CEREMONY*
17 Salutes perfectly maintaining singular bearing (6)TOASTS
18 Applications for relief primarily based on charity (5)BALMS
22 A gun for everyone (6)APIECE
23 Rabbi, in short, getting cross (8)TRAVERSE
24 Set free, let dogs breed occasionally (8)RELEASED
25 Continent having cold precipitation (6)CHASTE

Down
1 Beams of forged steel found breaking (9) {TELE(CAST)S*}
2 Temperament of people when son is married (6) [-s](+M)ETTLE
3 Inspiring one — stand up to worship as god (5) DE(I)FY
4 Run constantly sipping drink, then shower (8) {R}{EVE(ALE)R}
5 Sweeper employed at hotel getting place to shower (8) B(AT/H)ROOM
6 Sports related goods (5)WEARS
8 Describing one unfit, an accident apt to leave one essentially thus? (13)INCAPACITATED
13 Sadly no, amity is quite the contrary (9)ANIMOSITY*
15 School attender shot the bull (8)NATTERED
16 Dash over, upset when husband is restrained (2,1,5)ON A LEASH
19 Primitive being more or less reflected in a genus of chimps (6)APEMAN
20 Regularly attend after work is decided (5)OPTED
21 Miles to go before leading in progress (5)MARCH

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

[Joshuaceada]

The Phantom

Across
8 Atom taking half second to split? (6)
9 Rated safe to consume alcoholic drink? On the contrary (8)
10 Politician’s at home wearing title of respect (8)
11 Frank takes last flight home (6)
12 To arbitrate in Somalia is exasperating (6)
13 Spiked attachment hampers leg breaks (8)
15 “Anti-gas, anti-gas”... (7)
17 ... Bill's latest speech (7)
20 Hiding old car in armour plated ship? (8)
22 Visitors like to go round Blue Nile (6)
23 Gun without original owner's licence is hot (6)
25 Look out; wild lions' pride is provoked! (8)
26 Will providing fence finally confine 500 animals? (8)
27 Digging for nickel in China perhaps (6)

Down
1 See, individual in hotel, search rooms, looking for water (8)
2 Do infinite exercises to get part of clue (10)
3 Uniform top opened to reveal bust (6)
4 Aim to take part in race scheduled in this land (7)
5 Person without interest to teach loses right to profess (8)
6 Girl hides from harsh relative (4)
7 Old woman received prayer leading to bliss (6)
14 Experts overseeing plans (10)
16 Loan during slump, raised after second August (8)
18 Punishes fraud joints duping millions (8)
19 Liked the present day sandwiches (basically bread and jam) (7)
21 Keep army in check (6)
22 Expect problem in choppy sea (6)
24 Swimming pool’s depth obscured by rising greasy liquid (4)

http://www.thehindu.com/todays-paper/tp-miscellaneous/the-hindu-crossword-11643/article8314082.ece

[Russellfhc]

Across
8 Atom taking half second to split? (6)BI(SEC)T
9 Rated safe to consume alcoholic drink? On the contrary (8)
10 Politician’s at home wearing title of respect (8)
11 Frank takes last flight home (6)
12 To arbitrate in Somalia is exasperating (6)
13 Spiked attachment hampers leg breaks (8)
15 “Anti-gas, anti-gas”... (7) AGAINST*
17 ... Bill's latest speech (7)
20 Hiding old car in armour plated ship? (8)IRONCLAD*
22 Visitors like to go round Blue Nile (6)
23 Gun without original owner's licence is hot (6)
25 Look out; wild lions' pride is provoked! (8)
26 Will providing fence finally confine 500 animals? (8)
27 Digging for nickel in China perhaps (6)

Down
1 See, individual in hotel, search rooms, looking for water (8)
2 Do infinite exercises to get part of clue (10)DEFINITION*
3 Uniform top opened to reveal bust (6)
4 Aim to take part in race scheduled in this land (7)
5 Person without interest to teach loses right to profess (8)
6 Girl hides from harsh relative (4)
7 Old woman received prayer leading to bliss (6)
14 Experts overseeing plans (10)PRO(VISION)S
16 Loan during slump, raised after second August (8)
18 Punishes fraud joints duping millions (8)
19 Liked the present day sandwiches (basically bread and jam) (7)
21 Keep army in check (6)
22 Expect problem in choppy sea (6)
24 Swimming pool’s depth obscured by rising greasy liquid (4)

[Russellrvw]

Across
8 Atom taking half second to split? (6)BI(SEC)T
9 Rated safe to consume alcoholic drink? On the contrary (8)
10 Politician’s at home wearing title of respect (8)
11 Frank takes last flight home (6)
12 To arbitrate in Somalia is exasperating (6) LIAISE (T)
13 Spiked attachment hampers leg breaks (8)
15 “Anti-gas, anti-gas”... (7) AGAINST*
17 ... Bill's latest speech (7)
20 Hiding old car in armour plated ship? (8)IRONCLAD*
22 Visitors like to go round Blue Nile (6) A(LIEN*)S
23 Gun without original owner's licence is hot (6)
25 Look out; wild lions' pride is provoked! (8)
26 Will providing fence finally confine 500 animals? (8)
27 Digging for nickel in China perhaps (6) {MI(NI)NG}

Down
1 See, individual in hotel, search rooms, looking for water (8) [DI(V){IN(I)N}G]
2 Do infinite exercises to get part of clue (10)DEFINITION*
3 Uniform top opened to reveal bust (6)
4 Aim to take part in race scheduled in this land (7)
5 Person without interest to teach loses right to profess (8)
6 Girl hides from harsh relative (4)
7 Old woman received prayer leading to bliss (6)
14 Experts overseeing plans (10)PRO(VISION)S
16 Loan during slump, raised after second August (8)
18 Punishes fraud joints duping millions (8) {CON}{DE(M)NS}
19 Liked the present day sandwiches (basically bread and jam) (7)
21 Keep army in check (6)
22 Expect problem in choppy sea (6)
24 Swimming pool’s depth obscured by rising greasy liquid (4)

[deepakgita]

Across
8 Atom taking half second to split? (6)BI(SEC)T
9 Rated safe to consume alcoholic drink? On the contrary (8)
10 Politician’s at home wearing title of respect (8)
11 Frank takes last flight home (6)
12 To arbitrate in Somalia is exasperating (6) LIAISE (T)
13 Spiked attachment hampers leg breaks (8) CRAMPONS
15 “Anti-gas, anti-gas”... (7) AGAINST*
17 ... Bill's latest speech (7) INVOICE
20 Hiding old car in armour plated ship? (8)IRONCLAD*
22 Visitors like to go round Blue Nile (6) A(LIEN*)S
23 Gun without original owner's licence is hot (6) STOLEN
25 Look out; wild lions' pride is provoked! (8) INSPIRED
26 Will providing fence finally confine 500 animals? (8) WILDLIFE
27 Digging for nickel in China perhaps (6) {MI(NI)NG}

Down
1 See, individual in hotel, search rooms, looking for water (8) [DI(V){IN(I)N}G]
2 Do infinite exercises to get part of clue (10)DEFINITION*
3 Uniform top opened to reveal bust (6)
4 Aim to take part in race scheduled in this land (7)
5 Person without interest to teach loses right to profess (8)
6 Girl hides from harsh relative (4)
7 Old woman received prayer leading to bliss (6)
14 Experts overseeing plans (10)PRO(VISION)S
16 Loan during slump, raised after second August (8)
18 Punishes fraud joints duping millions (8) {CON}{DE(M)NS}
19 Liked the present day sandwiches (basically bread and jam) (7)
21 Keep army in check (6)
22 Expect problem in choppy sea (6)
24 Swimming pool’s depth obscured by rising greasy liquid (4)

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
8 Atom taking half second to split? (6)BI(SEC)T
9 Rated safe to consume alcoholic drink? On the contrary (8)
10 Politician’s at home wearing title of respect (8)
11 Frank takes last flight home (6)NATIVE
12 To arbitrate in Somalia is exasperating (6) LIAISE (T)
13 Spiked attachment hampers leg breaks (8) CRAMPONS
15 “Anti-gas, anti-gas”... (7) AGAINST*
17 ... Bill's latest speech (7) INVOICE
20 Hiding old car in armour plated ship? (8)IRONCLAD*
22 Visitors like to go round Blue Nile (6) A(LIEN*)S
23 Gun without original owner's licence is hot (6) STOLEN
25 Look out; wild lions' pride is provoked! (8) INSPIRED
26 Will providing fence finally confine 500 animals? (8) WILDLIFE
27 Digging for nickel in China perhaps (6) {MI(NI)NG}

Down
1 See, individual in hotel, search rooms, looking for water (8) [DI(V){IN(I)N}G]
2 Do infinite exercises to get part of clue (10)DEFINITION*
3 Uniform top opened to reveal bust (6)
4 Aim to take part in race scheduled in this land (7)AMERICA
5 Person without interest to teach loses right to profess (8)
6 Girl hides from harsh relative (4)AUNT
7 Old woman received prayer leading to bliss (6)HEAVEN
14 Experts overseeing plans (10)PRO(VISION)S
16 Loan during slump, raised after second August (8)
18 Punishes fraud joints duping millions (8) {CON}{DE(M)NS}
19 Liked the present day sandwiches (basically bread and jam) (7)
21 Keep army in check (6)RETAIN
22 Expect problem in choppy sea (6)
24 Swimming pool’s depth obscured by rising greasy liquid (4)

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
8 Atom taking half second to split? (6)BI(SEC)T
9 Rated safe to consume alcoholic drink? On the contrary (8)MEASURED
10 Politician’s at home wearing title of respect (8)MINISTER
11 Frank takes last flight home (6)NATIVE
12 To arbitrate in Somalia is exasperating (6) LIAISE (T)
13 Spiked attachment hampers leg breaks (8) CRAMPONS
15 “Anti-gas, anti-gas”... (7) AGAINST*
17 ... Bill's latest speech (7) INVOICE
20 Hiding old car in armour plated ship? (8)IRONCLAD*
22 Visitors like to go round Blue Nile (6) A(LIEN*)S
23 Gun without original owner's licence is hot (6) STOLEN
25 Look out; wild lions' pride is provoked! (8) INSPIRED
26 Will providing fence finally confine 500 animals? (8) WILDLIFE
27 Digging for nickel in China perhaps (6) {MI(NI)NG}

Down
1 See, individual in hotel, search rooms, looking for water (8) [DI(V){IN(I)N}G]
2 Do infinite exercises to get part of clue (10)DEFINITION*
3 Uniform top opened to reveal bust (6)STATUE
4 Aim to take part in race scheduled in this land (7)AMERICA
5 Person without interest to teach loses right to profess (8)MAINTAIN
6 Girl hides from harsh relative (4)AUNT
7 Old woman received prayer leading to bliss (6)HEAVEN
14 Experts overseeing plans (10)PRO(VISION)S
16 Loan during slump, raised after second August (8)SPLENDID
18 Punishes fraud joints duping millions (8) {CON}{DE(M)NS}
19 Liked the present day sandwiches (basically bread and jam) (7)ADMIRED
21 Keep army in check (6)RETAIN
22 Expect problem in choppy sea (6)ASSUME
24 Swimming pool’s depth obscured by rising greasy liquid (4)LIDO

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

[Joshuaceada]

Afterdark

Across
1 Friend's venture is small (6)
4 Breaks off from arguments without point (6)
9 Letters from Shiite Muslims in consideration (4)
10 Bet it’s my wife (6,4)
11 Risk losing direction securing a ball from passage (6)
12 Youth leader migrates to a country, Israel perhaps (4,4)
13 Quick action against VIP's article, maybe (9)
15 Attempted to make a group of three to get middlemen to answer (5)
16 Instant justice's doubtful (5)
18 See me playing catching game with staff (9)
22 None left; on the contrary, it’s OK (3,5)
23 Somehow practiced to get rid of trust (6)
25 Confirmed the validity of study about females taking on stripped airmen (10)
26 Old star's comeback is a burden (4)
27 Sausage from Islamabad's spoiled, bad, to be thrown out (6)
28 Cross segment of filthy bridge (6)

Down
1 Power, desire, energy; never-ending requirement for a baseball player (7)
2 Say, handball's left in the air (5)
3 Robert's love note's cold and emotionless (7)
5 Never endlessly back heartless lady in an impartial manner (6)
6 Well-read are historically churned out from IIT dropouts (9)
7 Because restraining the French provides peace... (7)
8 ... however estimate them to agitate following afternoon (2,3,4,4)
14 To place iron counter on tower is tiring, almost burdensome (9)
17 A hungry lion in inferior environments gets disease (7)
19 Lady frequently entertains one in disc on 29th February (4,3)
20 Describe fair one's daughter (7)
21 Passage is malicious, displays discrimination (6)
24 Singers' chapter hires men without ego (5)

http://www.thehindu.com/todays-paper/tp-miscellaneous/the-hindu-crossword-11562/article7927342.ece

[deepakgita]

Across
1 Friend's venture is small (6)
4 Breaks off from arguments without point (6)
9 Letters from Shiite Muslims in consideration (4)
10 Bet it’s my wife (6,4)
11 Risk losing direction securing a ball from passage (6)
12 Youth leader migrates to a country, Israel perhaps (4,4)
13 Quick action against VIP's article, maybe (9)
15 Attempted to make a group of three to get middlemen to answer (5)
16 Instant justice's doubtful (5)
18 See me playing catching game with staff (9) EMPLOYEES
22 None left; on the contrary, it’s OK (3,5) ALL RIGHT
23 Somehow practiced to get rid of trust (6) ACCEPT
25 Confirmed the validity of study about females taking on stripped airmen (10) REAFFIRMED
26 Old star's comeback is a burden (4) ONUS
27 Sausage from Islamabad's spoiled, bad, to be thrown out (6)
28 Cross segment of filthy bridge (6)

Down
1 Power, desire, energy; never-ending requirement for a baseball player (7)
2 Say, handball's left in the air (5)
3 Robert's love note's cold and emotionless (7)
5 Never endlessly back heartless lady in an impartial manner (6)
6 Well-read are historically churned out from IIT dropouts (9)
7 Because restraining the French provides peace... (7)
8 ... however estimate them to agitate following afternoon (2,3,4,4)
14 To place iron counter on tower is tiring, almost burdensome (9)
17 A hungry lion in inferior environments gets disease (7)
19 Lady frequently entertains one in disc on 29th February (4,3)
20 Describe fair one's daughter (7)
21 Passage is malicious, displays discrimination (6)
24 Singers' chapter hires men without ego (5)

[Russellbew]

Across
1 Friend's venture is small (6)
4 Breaks off from arguments without point (6)
9 Letters from Shiite Muslims in consideration (4)
10 Bet it’s my wife (6,4)BETTER HALF
11 Risk losing direction securing a ball from passage (6)
12 Youth leader migrates to a country, Israel perhaps (4,4)
13 Quick action against VIP's article, maybe (9)
15 Attempted to make a group of three to get middlemen to answer (5)
16 Instant justice's doubtful (5)
18 See me playing catching game with staff (9) EMPLOYEES
22 None left; on the contrary, it’s OK (3,5) ALL RIGHT
23 Somehow practiced to get rid of trust (6) ACCEPT
25 Confirmed the validity of study about females taking on stripped airmen (10) REAFFIRMED
26 Old star's comeback is a burden (4) ONUS
27 Sausage from Islamabad's spoiled, bad, to be thrown out (6)SALAMI
28 Cross segment of filthy bridge (6)

Down
1 Power, desire, energy; never-ending requirement for a baseball player (7)
2 Say, handball's left in the air (5)
3 Robert's love note's cold and emotionless (7)
5 Never endlessly back heartless lady in an impartial manner (6)EVENLY
6 Well-read are historically churned out from IIT dropouts (9)SCHOLARLY
7 Because restraining the French provides peace... (7)
8 ... however estimate them to agitate following afternoon (2,3,4,4)
14 To place iron counter on tower is tiring, almost burdensome (9)
17 A hungry lion in inferior environments gets disease (7)
19 Lady frequently entertains one in disc on 29th February (4,3)
20 Describe fair one's daughter (7)
21 Passage is malicious, displays discrimination (6)AGEISM
24 Singers' chapter hires men without ego (5)

[Russellrvw]

cross
1 Friend's venture is small (6)
4 Breaks off from arguments without point (6)
9 Letters from Shiite Muslims in consideration (4)
10 Bet it’s my wife (6,4) BETTER HALF (= bet)
11 Risk losing direction securing a ball from passage (6)
12 Youth leader migrates to a country, Israel perhaps (4,4)
13 Quick action against VIP's article, maybe (9)
15 Attempted to make a group of three to get middlemen to answer (5)
16 Instant justice's doubtful (5)
18 See me playing catching game with staff (9) EMPLOYEES
22 None left; on the contrary, it’s OK (3,5) ALL RIGHT
23 Somehow practiced to get rid of trust (6) ACCEPT
25 Confirmed the validity of study about females taking on stripped airmen (10) REAFFIRMED
26 Old star's comeback is a burden (4) ONUS
27 Sausage from Islamabad's spoiled, bad, to be thrown out (6)
28 Cross segment of filthy bridge (6)

Down
1 Power, desire, energy; never-ending requirement for a baseball player (7) P/ITCH/ER[-g]
2 Say, handball's left in the air (5)
3 Robert's love note's cold and emotionless (7) ROB/O/TI/C
5 Never endlessly back heartless lady in an impartial manner (6)
6 Well-read are historically churned out from IIT dropouts (9)
7 Because restraining the French provides peace... (7)
8 ... however estimate them to agitate following afternoon (2,3,4,4)
14 To place iron counter on tower is tiring, almost burdensome (9)
17 A hungry lion in inferior environments gets disease (7)
19 Lady frequently entertains one in disc on 29th February (4,3) [L{E(A)P} DAY*]
20 Describe fair one's daughter (7) (EXPO)(UN)(D)
21 Passage is malicious, displays discrimination (6)
24 Singers' chapter hires men without ego (5)

[pavalamani pragasam]

cross
1 Friend's venture is small (6)PALTRY
4 Breaks off from arguments without point (6)
9 Letters from Shiite Muslims in consideration (4)ITEM
10 Bet it’s my wife (6,4) BETTER HALF (= bet)
11 Risk losing direction securing a ball from passage (6)
12 Youth leader migrates to a country, Israel perhaps (4,4)HOLY LAND
13 Quick action against VIP's article, maybe (9)BRIEFCASE
15 Attempted to make a group of three to get middlemen to answer (5)TRIED
16 Instant justice's doubtful (5)
18 See me playing catching game with staff (9) EMPLOYEES
22 None left; on the contrary, it’s OK (3,5) ALL RIGHT
23 Somehow practiced to get rid of trust (6) ACCEPT
25 Confirmed the validity of study about females taking on stripped airmen (10) REAFFIRMED
26 Old star's comeback is a burden (4) ONUS
27 Sausage from Islamabad's spoiled, bad, to be thrown out (6)SALAMI
28 Cross segment of filthy bridge (6)

Down
1 Power, desire, energy; never-ending requirement for a baseball player (7) P/ITCH/ER[-g]
2 Say, handball's left in the air (5)
3 Robert's love note's cold and emotionless (7) ROB/O/TI/C
5 Never endlessly back heartless lady in an impartial manner (6)EVENLY
6 Well-read are historically churned out from IIT dropouts (9)SCHOLARLY
7 Because restraining the French provides peace... (7)
8 ... however estimate them to agitate following afternoon (2,3,4,4)
14 To place iron counter on tower is tiring, almost burdensome (9)
17 A hungry lion in inferior environments gets disease (7)
19 Lady frequently entertains one in disc on 29th February (4,3) [L{E(A)P} DAY*]
20 Describe fair one's daughter (7) (EXPO)(UN)(D)
21 Passage is malicious, displays discrimination (6)AGEISM
24 Singers' chapter hires men without ego (5)

[pavalamani pragasam]

Across
1 Friend's venture is small (6)PALTRY
4 Breaks off from arguments without point (6)CEASES
9 Letters from Shiite Muslims in consideration (4)ITEM
10 Bet it’s my wife (6,4) BETTER HALF (= bet)
11 Risk losing direction securing a ball from passage (6)THROAT
12 Youth leader migrates to a country, Israel perhaps (4,4)HOLY LAND
13 Quick action against VIP's article, maybe (9)BRIEFCASE
15 Attempted to make a group of three to get middlemen to answer (5)TRIED
16 Instant justice's doubtful (5)JIFFY
18 See me playing catching game with staff (9) EMPLOYEES
22 None left; on the contrary, it’s OK (3,5) ALL RIGHT
23 Somehow practiced to get rid of trust (6) ACCEPT
25 Confirmed the validity of study about females taking on stripped airmen (10) REAFFIRMED
26 Old star's comeback is a burden (4) ONUS
27 Sausage from Islamabad's spoiled, bad, to be thrown out (6)SALAMI
28 Cross segment of filthy bridge (6)HYBRID

Down
1 Power, desire, energy; never-ending requirement for a baseball player (7) P/ITCH/ER[-g]
2 Say, handball's left in the air (5)LIMBO
3 Robert's love note's cold and emotionless (7) ROB/O/TI/C
5 Never endlessly back heartless lady in an impartial manner (6)EVENLY
6 Well-read are historically churned out from IIT dropouts (9)SCHOLARLY
7 Because restraining the French provides peace... (7)SILENCE
8 ... however estimate them to agitate following afternoon (2,3,4,4)AT THE SAME TIME
14 To place iron counter on tower is tiring, almost burdensome (9)EFFORTFUL
17 A hungry lion in inferior environments gets disease (7)ILLNESS
19 Lady frequently entertains one in disc on 29th February (4,3) [L{E(A)P} DAY*]
20 Describe fair one's daughter (7) (EXPO)(UN)(D)
21 Passage is malicious, displays discrimination (6)AGEISM
24 Singers' chapter hires men without ego (5)CHOIR

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

[deepakgita]

For the last couple of weeks though the CW can be partially seen in preview in the magazine section, when we click on the link the CW does not show up only the title shows and even the first few clues seen in the preview cannot be seen

ACROSS
1 Tudor monarch keeping church in English system (9) MACHINERY
6 Examine condition in street (4) SIFT
8 Sort booing diva ruined song (4,10) GOOD VIBRATIONS
10 Note element required for language (5) LATIN
11 Enclose phone receiver (4-5) RING-FENCE
12 Crackpot free to obtain capital (6)
14 Erase ink, resolved to be more furtive (8)
17 Noise men whipped up for candidates (8)
18 Try and gamble about conclusion of final in cup (6)
20 Heavenly messenger, in peculiar change, lost (9)
22 Light chapter after revolutionary nonsense (5) }
24 Old man heads for power unopposed again with sum of money for nation (5,3,6)
25 Use writing machine in class (4)
26 Rigorous sequence connected with area of medicine (9)


DOWN
1 One lusting for power with evil aim came along (12)
2 Influence from chlorine revealed (5)
3 Fashionable outlet I love with name for originality (9)
4 Board game's ending with bishop in spot (6)
5 Desire unknown quantity, being paid (8)
6 Small argument becoming difficult (5)
7 Panic badly, losing power in last of money matters (9)
9 Judge, dry old man with skill in private conversation (5-2-5)
13 Protest and shout about a cold form of government (9)
15 Change of direction in contest dividing planet without leader (5-4)
16 Stage performances including new close-fitting trousers (8)
19 Bloom with force cut down (6)
21 Delight in the morning service (5)
23 Hurried, for example, climbing series of hills (5)

[Russellbew]

ACROSS
1 Tudor monarch keeping church in English system (9) MACHINERY
6 Examine condition in street (4) SIFT
8 Sort booing diva ruined song (4,10) GOOD VIBRATIONS
10 Note element required for language (5) LATIN
11 Enclose phone receiver (4-5) RING-FENCE
12 Crackpot free to obtain capital (6)
14 Erase ink, resolved to be more furtive (8) SNEAKIEST
17 Noise men whipped up for candidates (8) NOMINEES
18 Try and gamble about conclusion of final in cup (6)
20 Heavenly messenger, in peculiar change, lost (9) ARCHANGEL
22 Light chapter after revolutionary nonsense (5) TORCH
24 Old man heads for power unopposed again with sum of money for nation (5,3,6) PAPUA NEW GUINEA
25 Use writing machine in class (4)
26 Rigorous sequence connected with area of medicine (9)


DOWN
1 One lusting for power with evil aim came along (12)
2 Influence from chlorine revealed (5)
3 Fashionable outlet I love with name for originality (9)
4 Board game's ending with bishop in spot (6)
5 Desire unknown quantity, being paid (8)
6 Small argument becoming difficult (5)
7 Panic badly, losing power in last of money matters (9)
9 Judge, dry old man with skill in private conversation (5-2-5)
13 Protest and shout about a cold form of government (9)
15 Change of direction in contest dividing planet without leader (5-4)
16 Stage performances including new close-fitting trousers (8)
19 Bloom with force cut down (6)
21 Delight in the morning service (5)
23 Hurried, for example, climbing series of hills (5)