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18 TIME OUT Friday, April 30, 2020 The Indian Weekender CROSSWORD FreeDailyCrosswords.com NO: 67 ACROSS------------, I) Large school of fish 39) Impel 6) Emulate a picador 40) Throw, as a coin 10) Pastrami source 41) In other words, in Ovid's 14) Bay of Naples isle words 15) Account of incidents or 42) It gets hot in a bag events 43) Quick gait 16) Very big birds 44) Historical leader? 17) It comes monthly 45) Word of respect to a woman 20) "No" in France 46) Bacterium 21) Coin introduced on 1/1/99 50) Backward, upon the waters 22) Baby's diversion 53) Cash in Cancun 23) Makes certain 54) Snapshot, in slang 25) Continuity problems 55) Change you shouldn't take 26) Smidge if offered 27) Man who hit 660 homeruns 58) Forget to include 28) Common title word 59) Pastoral woodwind 31) To remain in abeyance 60) Machete kin 34) Tourist's entry permit 61) They have kids 35) Relative of 16-Across 62) Plant parasite 36) They know their cues? 63) Ream unit WHATS HIS NAME? 14 17 2 3 4 5 18 6 7 15 8 9 19 B Carl Cranb 10 11 12 13 16 May 1st DOWN I) Vista 2) Fire extinguishing gas 3) Begins the bidding 4) Compass line 5) Book review types 6) Agitates 7) Cinco de Mayo snack 8) "Sting like a bee" athlete 9) Breach of trust 10) Financial burdens 11) Put off 12) Calm in a storm 13) Lighthouse locale 18) Kicked oneself for 19) Sharp barks 24) Affording benefit 25) Struggles for air 27) In the_ of (among) 28) "God shed His grace on_" 29) Term on terrycloth 30) Division for Orioles 31) Touch borders with 32) Covert transmitting device 33) Pond organism 34) Sound of acceleration 35) Actress Winona 37) Haphazardly 38) Anny branch until July 1947 43) Truck weight without fuel or load 44) Galileo's birthplace 45) Track & field get-togethers 46) Donnybrook 4 7) Editorialize 48) Place for stagnant water 49) Showy success 50) Physicist's study 51) Foolish oaf (Variant spelling) 52) Barbershop request 53) Conspiracy 56) Kimono belt 57) Ebenezer's exclamation ANSWERS CROSSWORD NO: 67 FreeDailyCrosswords.com ACROSS------------, May 1st DOWN I) Large school of fish 39) Impel I) Vista 6) Emulate a picador 40) Throw, as a coin 2) Fire extinguishing gas 10) Pastrami source 41) In other words, in Ovid's 3) Begins the bidding 14) Bay of Naples isle words 4) Compass line 15) Account of incidents or 42) It gets hot in a bag 5) Book review types events 43) Quick gait 6) Agitates 16) Very big birds 44) Historical leader? 7) Cinco de Mayo snack 17) It comes monthly 45) Word of respect to a woman 8) "Sting like a bee" athlete 20) "No" in France 46) Bacterium 9) Breach of trust 21) Coin introduced on 1/1/99 50) Backward, upon the waters 10) Financial burdens 22) Baby's diversion 53) Cash in Cancun 11) Put off 23) Makes certain 54) Snapshot, in slang 12) Calm in a storm 25) Continuity problems 55) Change you shouldn't take 13) Lighthouse locale 26) Smidge if offered 18) Kicked oneself for 27) Man who hit 660 homeruns 58) Forget to include 19) Sharp barks 28) Common title word 59) Pastoral woodwind 24) Affording benefit 31) To remain in abeyance 60) Machete kin 25) Struggles for air 34) Tourist's entry permit 61) They have kids 27) In the_ of (among) 35) Relative of 16-Across 62) Plant parasite 28) "God shed His grace on_" 36) They know their cues? 63) Ream unit 29) Term on terrycloth 30) Division for Orioles 31) Touch borders with 32) Covert transmitting device 33) Pond organism WHATS HIS NAME? B Carl Cranb 34) Sound of acceleration 1 2 s H 3 S 0 4A L 6 S1 1 1 1 s 7T A 9B b E l 31 35) Actress Winona 37) Haphazardly 1 1 1 c A p R I ;- A L E 38) Anny branch until July 1947 M u s 1 1 1 43) Truck weight without fuel or load L E C T k I C I T v B I L L 44) Galileo's birthplace 2 45) Track & field get-togethers 0 E u A T L E 46) Donnybrook 47) Editorialize 48) Place for stagnant water AV 49) Showy success 50) Physicist's study ISA 3R EA 51) Foolish oaf (Variant spelling) 52) Barbershop request -------- DPL3hYERS 53) Conspiracy s D 56) Kimono belt 57) Ebenezer's exclamation 5 AAM I 5 5 TERN 5t> s ---+-----,l---+-- 5 THREE D tl LL AR 1i I LL bMI T 5 bBOE 1>ANGA 6nilOMS 6f.111 TE 6 sHEE T HITORI NO: 67 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). SUDOKU SOLUSIONS AND ANSWERS NO: 67 50 51 52 55 56 57 58 60 61 63 GENERAL KNOWLEDGE QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS 1. What country has the longest coastline in the world? 2. What is the capital of Malta? 3. What country is the newest in the world to be recognised by the UN? 4. In which UK city would you find the river Clyde? 5. What is the oldest recorded town in the UK? 6. If you travelled to the city of Volgograd, which country would be in? 7. What is the name of the largest river to flow through Paris? 8. What did Ceylon change its name to in 1972? 9. What is the most populous city in the US state of Illinois? 10. What is the highest mountain in Britain? 11. The world’s first national park was established in 1872 in which country? A bonus point for the name of the park… 12. What is the capital of Peru? 13. Mount Vesuvius casts a shadow over which modern Italian city? 14. There are three US states with just four letters in their name: can you name them? 15. What is the currency of Sweden? 16. To what country to the Canary Islands belong? 17. What is the capital of Canada? 18. How many states are there in Australia? 19. What African country has the largest population? 20. Constantinople and Byzantium are former names of which major city? Answers: 1.Canada, 2.Valetta, 3.South Sudan (2011), 4.Glasgow, 5.Colchester, 6.Russia, 7.The Seine, 8.Sri Lanka, 9.Chicago, 10.Ben Nevis, 11. USA, Yellowstone, 12.Lima, 13.Naples, 14.Utah, Iowa, Ohio, 15.Swedish Krona, 16.Spain, 17.Ottawa, 18.Six – New South Wales, Victoria, Queensland, Western Australia, Tasmania, South Australia, 19.Nigeria (190 million), 20.Istanbul 7 May to 13 May 2021 | By Manisha Koushik ARIES (MAR 21-APR 20) You will manage to overcome the hiccups faced in organising something important. Attending a celebrity do or a prestigious event is on the cards for some. A surprise on the romantic front is all set to delight you. Travelling with family and friends is indicated and will prove lots of fun. Your professional competence may get you amongst the top few in your organisation. Financially, you are likely to go from strength to strength. Buying new property is possible. Lucky colour: 4 / Lucky number: Dark Red TAURUS (APR 21-MAY 20) Your participation will be much appreciated, so go all out. At work, you may try to get your way, but someone may not allow you to do so. A family member, splurging your hard earned money, needs to be controlled, but it may not be as easy as it sounds. Those incommunicado with spouse need to work on a compromise. You may feel envious of someone gaining popularity on the social front. Health needs care. Lucky number:8/Lucky colour: Navy Blue GEMINI (MAY 21-JUN 21) You may need assistance in completing something, so don’t feel reluctant to ask. A loss making venture can put your financial front in doldrums, so review it. Soft pedaling an important issue can get you into trouble at work, so accord it the priority it deserves and act accordingly. Unwanted advice given to youngsters runs the risk of being rejected outright. Getting back into shape is the need of the hour. You get your way on the social front. Lucky colour:3 / Lucky number: Lemon CANCER (JUN 22-JUL 20) Providing an opportunity to someone you can easily overshadow at work will be in order. You may need to take some bold initiatives in the events unfolding on the social front. Lover may perplex you by remaining a bit reserved on the romantic front. You will manage to tie up all the loose ends in organising something important. A give-and-take relationship will work best on the academic front, so go for it. Health remains satisfactory. Lucky No.:15 / Lucky Colour: Red Manisha Koushik is a practicing astrologer, tarot card reader, numerologist, vastu and fengshui consultant based in India with a global presence through the online channels. She is available for consultations online as well. E-mail her at support@askmanisha.com or contact at +91-11-26449898 Mobile/Whatsapp: +91-9716145644 • www.askmanisha.com LEO (JUL21-AUG 20) You will be in for a pleasant surprise. Lover’s proximity may get you into a romantic mood, so enjoy! Some delay may be caused in an ongoing project on the professional front, but you will be able to complete it in time. You may need to be a bit assertive in having your way on the social front, as someone is out to sideline you. Financially, you will remain in a comfortable situation, as money flows in. Lucky colour: 5 / Lucky number: Bluish Green VIRGO (AUG 23-SEP 23) If you are quick enough, you will manage to salvage a situation being faced by you. This week, you may find yourself in the company of your near and dear ones and make some exciting plans! Your nature may seem irresistible to someone from the opposite camp, so get ready to usher in romance! Networking will help in getting good placement on the academic front. Complete the given task quickly, if you don’t want to face the music. Lucky number:7 / Lucky colour: Baby Pink LIBRA (SEP 24-OCT 23) This is a great time to renew old contacts. You will get the opportunity to exercise your initiative at work and impress people who matter. Your excellent performance on the academic front will be a shot in the arm. Networking may come in handy in getting out of a tight corner. You will get all the help you need for organising something on the social front. Lover is likely to meet your romantic aspirations, so rejoice! Lucky number:7 / Lucky colour: Light Red SCORPIO (OCT 24-NOV 22) Tie things up properly at work, if you are taking a break. You are likely to take on more than you can handle on the professional front and become hard pressed for time. A dip in performance is foreseen, as you risk becoming increasingly error-prone. A showdown with spouse cannot be ruled out. A disappointing performance on the academic front may lower your morale. Love life is badly in need of resurrection, so don’t neglect it anymore. Lucky number: 3 / Lucky colour: Rust SAGITTARIUS (NOV 23-DEC 21) Some more time may be required for you to get into the groove, so don’t lose patience. A job well done is likely to bring you into the notice of those who matter on the professional front. Money invested in a lucrative scheme may start giving good returns. A hectic schedule is in store for you on the social front. Keep travel plans open, as some change is visualised. You will buy an item that you wanted for long. Lucky number:4 / Lucky colour: Maroon CAPRICORN (DEC 22-JAN 21) Keep some spare time up your sleeve, as you You are likely to put your best foot forward on the social front. A challenging situation on the financial front is likely to arise, but will be handled competently. Good networking will be of help on the professional front, so get down to refreshing old contacts. Getting an expected outcome on the academic front will seem like a godsend and boost your morale. Be upfront with lover about your past, before catches up with you! Lucky number:15 / Lucky colour: Purple AQUARIUS (JAN 22-FEB 19) Some more effort is desirable, if you want no comebacks. This is the week to complete the work you had been postponing for long. An evening out with lover is foreseen, so don’t forget to dress your best! Clubbing leisure with business will help lighten the load. Good planning will see you complete a task at work in record time. Money may come to you from unexpected sources. A surprise gift from someone is likely to warm your heart. Lucky Number: 2 / Lucky colour: Cream PISCES (FEB 20-MAR 20) Cooperation is the key, especially on the social front. Your worst fears are likely to be realised on the professional front. A family youngster’s performance on the academic front may disappoint you. Don’t be hasty in investing in whatever scheme is on offer, as you can end up losing money. You may eat something that does not agree with your system and suffer. Love life remains satisfactory. Cater to the weather, if undertaking a journey. Lucky number: 1 / Lucky colour: Light Yellow
The Indian Weekender Friday, May 7, 2021 FEATURES 19 TRAVEL TO INDIA DURING COVID-19: What you need to know before you go If you’re planning to travel to India, here’s what you’ll need to know and expect if you want to visit during the coronavirus pandemic. The basics India is currently the global center of a devastating new wave of the pandemic, with the country’s health system close to collapse. The country swiftly closed its borders at the start of the pandemic, banning all scheduled international flights in March 2020. Tourists are still banned, though those traveling on other visas from the continents of Europe, Africa and South America are now allowed, along with travelers from other destinations who meet strict criteria. Current flight bans Due to the second wave of infections, many places are massively reducing, indefinitely suspending or banning travel to and from India. At present, those destinations include Australia, Canada, China (including Hong Kong), Germany, Italy, New Zealand, Saudi Arabia, the UAE, the United Kingdom (which added India to its “red list”) and the United States. The U.S. State Department alert reads in part, “If you must travel to India, get fully vaccinated before travel. All travelers should wear a mask, stay six feet from others, avoid crowds, and wash their hands.” A planned travel bubble with Sri Lanka has been postponed. What’s on offer The question is: What isn’t on offer in India? This vast country has an astonishing range of landscapes, architecture, cultures and religions. Most first-timers stick to the “golden triangle” of Delhi, Agra and Jaipur, but other big hitters for newbies include the Kerala waterways, beaches of Goa and Mumbai, one of the world’s most thrilling cities. Who can go Tourists are not yet permitted. Only Indian nationals, those moving to the country as residents, and those from certain countries who qualify for visas other than tourist visas may go. From the United States, United Kingdom and Canada, things are more restricted -- only diplomats and those listed in a government memorandum may travel. However other visa holders from the European Union, Africa and South America may travel -- as long as it is not on a tourist visa. What are the restrictions? All arrivals are screened. Anyone showing symptoms will be taken to a medical facility. Land borders are closed, other than for returning India nationals. As of February 22, all travellers must upload a self-declaration form on the Air Suvidha Portal, as well as a negative PCR test taken within 72 hours of the journey. They must also declare via the portal that they will quarantine at home for 14 days on arrival. Travellers arriving from the UK or Middle East must fill in the same form, declaring their travel history of the past 14 days, and any connecting flights on arrival in India, as well as provide a negative PCR test. They will be segregated in-flight or while disembarking and must undergo a further PCR test on arrival at their own expense. They must stay at the airport until they get their results. Transit passengers coming from these countries who test negative can catch their connecting flights, but must quarantine at home for seven days, and take a test at the end of the quarantine period. What’s the Covid situation? India has seen over 18.3 million cases and nearly 205,000 deaths as of April 29, overtaking Brazil as the country with the world’s second highest case numbers, after the United States. Health services are close to collapse. The outbreak has pushed the country’s healthcare system to near breaking point. With no space left in hospitals, patients are being left to die at home, in ambulances and outside clinics. Even those who are given a bed remain in danger, with hospitals running out of oxygen and asking patients’ families to bring their own. On the first anniversary of its initial lockdown, India recorded 50,000 new cases -- a record since November. India reported 295,041 cases of coronavirus and 2,023 deaths on April 21, its highest rise in cases and highest death increase recorded in a single day since the beginning of the pandemic, according to a the Indian Ministry of Health. By April 28, that figure was 379,308 new cases, and 3,645 deaths -- another record. India is now registering over a million new cases every three days. It follows what experts say was a relaxing of behavior in early March, after the federal health minister declared that India was “in the endgame” of the pandemic. What can visitors expect? India imposed one of the world’s strictest lockdowns in March 2020, though restrictions have been eased as the months have gone on. Weddings and religious events are now allowed to take place, and domestic travel is allowed. However, different states are imposing different regulations. Maharashtra -- where Mumbai is located -- imposed an evening curfew on 28 March. Non-essential shops are now closed in Maharashtra, and grocery stores are only open from 7 a.m. to 11 a.m. Gatherings of more than five people are banned. Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who has been holding political rallies across the country, addressed the nation on April 20. He appealed to states to “use a lockdown as their last option,” even as the capital New Delhi entered its first full day lockdown. The Kumbh Mela, an important Hindu festival and one of the biggest pilgrimages on Earth, has gone ahead throughout April. Millions of Indians have traveled from across the country to Haridwar, an ancient city in Uttarakhand state, to attend ceremonies and prayers and take sacred dips in the Ganges River. Visitors must register online and test negative before bathing, but experts have warned it “could go down as one of the largest mass super spreading events ever.”
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