15 February 2026 · 10 clues

Marathon 11 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.

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Across

  1. 1A What paani-puri vendors often do to spicy water STIR
  2. 5A Badminton champ Popat APARNA
  3. 7A Give in RELENT
  4. 8A Chess game endings MATES

Down

  1. 1D NaCl SALT
  2. 2D Backdrop for December 25 pics TREE
  3. 3D Roadside retreats INNS
  4. 4D Character that appears at the end of Mahabharat? RAT
  5. 5D Baajuband location ARM
  6. 6D Pulao vegetable PEA
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