7 January 2026 · 11 clues

Jan 7 clues & answers

Every clue of this Indian mini crossword by Mangesh Ghogre, with the answer and, where it helps, how the wordplay works. Solve it yourself first: the puzzle is open to subscribers.

Across

  1. 1A Swiss one has many uses KNIFE
  2. 6A Northeastern Indian state MANIPUR
  3. 8A Boat on Dal Lake SHIKARA
  4. 9A Like some wealthy neighborhoods GATED

Down

  1. 1D Work on a muffler KNIT
  2. 2D "Just Do It" brand NIKE
  3. 3D Mac alternative IPAD
  4. 4D Fighter in a cold war? FUR
  5. 5D Historical period ERA
  6. 6D Flavor enhancer, for short MSG
  7. 7D “Eureka!” AHA
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