The Hindu Sunday Crossword No. 76
Published – October 01, 2026 11:26 am IST
The excitement of crossword enthusiasts continues with the latest installment of The Hindu Sunday crossword, no. 76, offering a challenging array of clues crafted to engage and stimulate the intellect.
Overview of the Crossword
In this edition, participants are invited to solve a variety of clues that range from straightforward to complex. The crossword features a mixture of themes and cultural references that challenge solvers to think laterally and draw from a broad range of knowledge. Below, clues from both the “Across” and “Down” sections are detailed, providing a glimpse into the intellectual pursuits that await solvers.
Across Clues
- 8: Letter from Tibet arrived (4)
- 9: Engineers mentioned in the number (5)
- 10: One leaves heavenly female in 60 minutes (4)
- 11: Some Middle Easterners and European soldiers follow Yankee at institute (6)
- 12: Acacia, for example, from one door now being repaired (8)
- 13: Left university girl in European country (8)
- 15: Take for short time old Rolls Royce parked in front of ship (6)
- 17: Horribly cursed a second-hand automobile (4-3)
- 19: Hoped snake with anger died (7)
- 22: Accompany from Spanish court after discarding uniform (6)
- 24: For example, Paddy and Rishi strangely manage in absence of time (8)
- 26: After the middle of night, excitedly pour champagne, for example, at first for musical band (3,5)
- 28: Wrongly buries precious stones (6)
- 30: Consumed after soft mincemeat (4)
- 31: Rise and dress (3,2)
- 32: Colour bird carrying a piece of nut (4)
Down Clues
- 1: Give away editor hiding in church (4)
- 2: Secured legal right to place temporary accommodation next to Father Edward (8)
- 3: Group following saint to get packing material (6)
- 4: Dotty communication from a superb rail leaflet (7)
- 5: Engineers with scepticism starting to scrap fortifications (8)
- 6: One who displays a bathroom fitting (6)
- 7: Embrace with love, the author of The Hunchback of Notre-Dame (4)
- 14: Individual leaving fertile spot around Middle Eastern kilns (5)
- 16: Final letter from Santhome garrison (5)
- 18: Like hats manufactured (2,6)
- 20: Lives in horrible sin, possessing addictive practice (8)
- 21: Can spot damaged metal vessels (7)
- 23: Wild parties from Oregon soldiers having Ecstasy (6)
- 25: In absence of net, wrongly interrupt and intrude (6)
- 27: Major Albert’s hiding a sort of test (4)
- 29: Bird from other nest (4)
Engagement and Participation
Crossword puzzles like this one not only provide a source of entertainment but also serve as a cognitive exercise that can enhance critical thinking skills and vocabulary. Fans of The Hindu crossword can look forward to a vibrant community of solvers who share tips and strategies, fostering a collaborative environment.
Conclusion
The Hindu Sunday crossword no. 76 promises both a challenge and an enjoyable experience for avid crossword solvers. As enthusiasts dive into the clues, they are not just solving puzzles but also participating in a rich tradition of wordplay and intellectual engagement.





