The Indian Weekender, 2 April 2021

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Friday, April 2, 2021 The Indian Weekender
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NO: 65
5th February ANSWERS CROSSWORD NO: 65
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SUDOKU SOLUSIONS AND ANSWERS NO: 65
5th February
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I) What cymbals do 39) Cram into the overhead
I) What cymbals do 39) Cram into the overhead
6) Neurotic worry
11) "My country_
40) Nasty look
42) Some studio of thee
short
6) Neurotic worry
40) Nasty look
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tapes, for
44) It may gird a geisha
14) Nest on high
45) Elementary school practice
11) "My country_ of thee 42) Some studio tapes, for short
15) Legendary singer Vaughan book
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16) Genetic component 47) River horses
44) It may gird a geisha
17) One bite and you know it's 49) Stretcher at the gym?
14) Nest on high
45) Elementary school practice
not right
51) Casts out from the body
19) Small hotel
52) Alarm bell
15) Legendary singer Vaughan book
20) Ski hill
53) Giving the once-over
21) Told your dog "Attack!" 55) "Arabian Nights" name
16) Genetic component 47) River horses
23) Bora Bora neighbor 56) Like a good police witness
17) One bite and you know it's 49) Stretcher at the gym?
26) 100-meter runners, e.g.
27) Hardly melodious
61) Go against God
62) Skylit hotel lobbies
not right
51) Casts out from the body
28) Mix again
63) From around here
29) At all times, in verse 64) Big pig
19) Small hotel
52) Alarm bell
30) Type of nut
65) Freeloader
32) Things to wish upon 66) Dust particle
20) Ski hill
53) Giving the once-over
35) Have trouble saying "S"
21) Told your dog "Attack!" 55) "Arabian Nights" name
37) Greek architectural order
23) Bora Bora neighbor 56) Like a good police witness
26) 100-meter runners, e.g. 61) Go against God
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27) Hardly melodious 62) Skylit hotel lobbies
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63) From around here
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29) At all times, in verse 64) Big pig
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30) Type of nut
65) Freeloader
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32) Things to wish upon 66) Dust particle
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35) Have trouble saying "S"
37) Greek architectural order
DOWN
I) Front of a semi
2) Hawaiian neckwear
3) What you'll find in a museum
4) Jams with the band
5) Audible dance step
6) Right away, in memos
7) Back of the neck
8) Org. or assoc.
9) Dips for chips
10) They believe in God
11) Three-horned dinosaur
12) Adjective for sanctum
13) White_ Missile Range
18) Agitated
22) Debt markers
23) Chinese weight units
24) Dined at home
25) Sport with betting
26) Jeans fabric
28) Less frequent
31) Manuscript volume
33) Mechanical worker
34) Watch word?
36) Hammer ends
38) Beneficiary's brother, perhaps
41) Moderate's opposite
43) Heralds
46) Symbolize
48) Wooden spinning toy
49) Hidden supply
50) Salk vaccine target
53) Film with many extras
54) "Okey-dokey"
57) Valuable rock
58) Hockey surface
59) Wet-dry_
60) Broad-antlered animal
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I) Front of a semi
2) Hawaiian neckwear
3) What you'll find in a museum
4) Jams with the band
5) Audible dance step
6) Right away, in memos
7) Back of the neck
8) Org. or assoc.
9) Dips for chips
10) They believe in God
11) Three-horned dinosaur
12) Adjective for sanctum
13) White_ Missile Range
18) Agitated
22) Debt markers
23) Chinese weight units
24) Dined at home
25) Sport with betting
26) Jeans fabric
28) Less frequent
31) Manuscript volume
33) Mechanical worker
34) Watch word?
36) Hammer ends
38) Beneficiary's brother, perhaps
41) Moderate's opposite
43) Heralds
46) Symbolize
48) Wooden spinning toy
49) Hidden supply
50) Salk vaccine target
53) Film with many extras
54) "Okey-dokey"
57) Valuable rock
58) Hockey surface
59) Wet-dry_
60) Broad-antlered animal
Eliminate numbers until there are no duplicates in any row or
column. Eliminate numbers by marking them in Black. You are
not allowed to have two Black squares touching horizontally or
vertically (diagonally is ok). Any White square can be reached
from any other (i.e. they are connected).
GENERAL KNOWLEDGE
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
1. What does DNA stand for? Deoxyribonucleic acid
2. How many bones are in the human body?206
3. The concept of gravity was discovered by which famous
physicist? Sir Isaac Newton
4. What is the hardest natural substance on Earth? Diamond
5. Which is the main gas that makes up the Earth’s
atmosphere? Nitrogen
6. Humans and chimpanzees share roughly how much DNA?
98%
7. What is the most abundant gas in the Earth’s atmosphere?
Nitrogen
8. Roughly how long does it take for the sun’s light to reach
Earth – 8 minutes, 8 hours or 8 days? 8 minutes
9. Which famous British physicist wrote A Brief History of
Time? Stephen Hawking
10. At what temperature are Celsius and Fahrenheit equal? -40
11. What modern-day country was Marie Curie born in?
Poland
12. What is the biggest planet in our solar system? Jupiter
13. What name is given for the number of protons found in the
nucleus of an atom? Atomic number
14. How many vertebrae does the average human possess? 33
15. What was the name of the first man-made satellite launched
by the Soviet Union in 1957? Sputnik 1
16. Which oath of ethics taken by doctors is named after an
Ancient Greek physician? Hippocratic Oath
17. What is a material that will not carry an electrical charge
called? Insulator
18. Which Apollo moon mission was the first to carry a lunar
rover? Apollo 15
19. How many teeth does an adult human have? 32
20. What is the study of mushrooms called? Mycology
2 April to 8 April 2021 | By Manisha Koushik
ARIES (MAR 21-APR 20)
There is a bright chance of performing beyond
your expectations on the academic front. You
are likely to feel more fit and energetic this
week. Things that are weighing heavy on your
mind are set to disappear soon. A suitable
match for the eligible is likely to be found.
Some celebration or ritual may be performed
at home. Spending time with lover is foreseen.
An adventure trip undertaken will prove most exhilarating. Taking
up a hobby seriously is possible. Lucky No.:6 / Lucky Colour:
Rosy Brown
TAURUS (APR 21-MAY 20)
An excellent opportunity awaits some on the
academic front. You are likely to plan something
exciting with family and friends. Lover responds
positively to your romantic aspirations, so brace
yourself for an electrifying evening. You may be
in a mood for a vacation and may drive off to
someplace exotic. Something committed to you
on the professional front will be fulfilled. Keeping fit and healthy
will not be too difficult, as you make all the right moves. Lucky
No.:8 / Lucky Colour: Parrot Green
GEMINI (MAY 21-JUN 21)
Keep emotions under check to keep from
spilling the beans in a confidential matter.
Spending time with lover is foreseen and will
help you in letting your hair down. Someone
may motivate you to accompany him or her for
a short journey to someplace interesting. You
may become extra careful of what you eat and
drink for retaining good health. Something not completed at work
may make you spend extra time in office. Sale of property is likely.
Lucky No.:7 / Lucky Colour: Lemon
CANCER (JUN 22-JUL 20)
Helping others is in your nature and you will
get your due soon. You are likely to take long
strides in achieving something important on the
professional front. Professionals will be able
to add to their client’s list. An exciting week on
the family front is foreseen with the arrival of
someone close. A drive with family will be most refreshing and
help bring the members closer. No difficulty is foreseen in securing
a loan. Lucky No.: 11 / Lucky Colour: Peach
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LEO (JUL21-AUG 20)
You may have to get a pressing matter sorted out
quickly, before it becomes an albatross round your
neck. Those suffering from some medical problem
will be able to make full recovery. Resuming an
exercise routine is indicated for some. You will
be able to add to your wealth as profits accrue.
Money is not likely to pose any problems for those
thinking of a new venture. Salaried persons can expect additional
perks on the professional front. Lucky No.22 / Lucky Colour:
Dark Turquoise
VIRGO (AUG 23-SEP 23)
Don’t trust anyone blindly, who promises you
the moon. You will financially be in a position
to upgrade an expensive gadget. A good advice
will let you seize an investment opportunity. An
evening out with lover is indicated. Loving bonds
are likely to get strengthened for newly married
couples. Children are likely to brighten the
domestic atmosphere. Shifting to a new house is indicated for some.
Health remains perfect by being regular in your daily exercises.
Lucky No.: 9 / Lucky Colour: Maroon
LIBRA (SEP 24-OCT 23)
You will need to be absolutely clear regarding
your career options. Getting more focussed
on the academic front will not be difficult.
Someone at work may have a pleasant surprise
waiting for you. Don’t be impulsive in spending
money or you may regret your actions later.
Not adhering to doctor’s advice may have its
repercussions. You manage to bring peace and tranquility on the
home front. A short journey will help in refreshing and unburdening
your mind. Lucky No.:5 / Lucky Colour: Dark Green
SCORPIO (OCT 24-NOV 22)
You will need to come into the flow of things
quickly at work. This is a good week to organise a
gathering of your near and dear ones at your place.
Meeting people and visiting places will keep some
happily engaged. You are likely to keep the ones
who matter in good humour on the professional
front. Your bargaining skills are likely to come to
your rescue in negotiating a deal. Regular workouts will help in
keeping fit. Lucky No.:15 / Lucky Colour: Coffee
SAGITTARIUS (NOV 23-DEC 21)
You may find the grass greener on the other side of
the fence, but looks can be deceptive. Enlisting for
a social cause is indicated for some. Organising a
function or an event on the home front can keep
some busy this week. A lot of planning may be
required before starting a project, so put on your
thinking cap. Weigh someone’s advice carefully before you commit
your money as it may not give the promised returns. Lucky No.:3 /
Lucky Colour: Beige
CAPRICORN (DEC 22-JAN 21)
Someone may try to get the better of you on the
professional front and upset you. Your financial
situation may worsen due to some dubious
investments. An added responsibility awaits
you on the professional front and is likely to
add to your workload. Promises made by lover
on the romantic front may not be kept. Some
of you may be compelled to travel on an official tour. An active
lifestyle will keep you in good shape. Lucky No.:22 / Lucky
Colour: Turquoise
AQUARIUS (JAN 22-FEB 19)
Your competence in tackling with issues at work
may be in full evidence this week. A new venture
is likely to turn profitable soon. Someone will
be considerate enough to assist you on the
academic front. You may make plans to meet a
family member not with you at present. Positive
nature of someone close will keep the domestic
atmosphere light. Happiness in love life is yours
for the asking! Efforts on the fitness front will give rich dividends.
Lucky No.:18 / Lucky Colour: Saffron
PISCES (FEB 20-MAR 20)
An influential person is likely to patronise you.
An excellent opportunity for networking on the
social front is likely to present itself. Help from
someone from the family side will save a lot
of your time. Your ideas to rekindle your love
life will curry favour with partner. Something
positive will come off by meeting an old
associate. Speed will remain on your side in a journey. You will be
able to manage the work front well. Lucky No.: 9 / Lucky Colour:
Dark Red