What is Saudi Arabia’s 20-hour hotel rule? Ministry of Tourism enforces strict fixed check-out policy

Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Tourism enforces a strict 20-hour hotel stay rule: check-out times remain fixed regardless of late arrivals. Hotels must guarantee at least 20 hours of room use and clearly state check-in and check-out times in reservations. This policy balances guest rights with hotel needs for thorough room preparation, ensuring quality service and…

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Housing societies play vital role in building sustainable and safe cities: Municipal commissioner Abhinav Goel

Kalyan-Dombivli Municipal Commissioner Abhinav Goel emphasized that sustainable and safe practices are crucial for truly smart cities, speaking at a seminar for housing societies. He announced KDMC will incentivize compliant societies and penalize those neglecting norms, following an inspection of Mohan Altezza’s green initiatives. This move underscores the essential role of community-level sustainability.

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Dak Prescott reflects on racist encounter before NFL draft while emerging as Dallas’ franchise leader

Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott has revealed how racial bias impacted his early career. Despite his talent, he faced prejudice from a player and a promoter who doubted a Black quarterback’s success. Prescott credits his mother’s teachings for fostering resilience, enabling him to overcome these challenges and become a respected NFL star, proving his worth…

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Crocodile attack in Bhitarkanika: Woman feared dead

A woman is feared dead after being dragged into a river by a saltwater crocodile in Bhitarkanika National Park. The incident occurred while she was fishing, highlighting the escalating human-crocodile conflict in the area. Despite forest department efforts to prevent attacks, crocodiles have caused numerous fatalities in recent years, raising concerns among local communities.

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‘Sitaare Zameen Par’ Box Office Collection Day 17: Aamir Khan and Genelia D’Souza starrer performs impressively on Sunday, inches closer to 150 crores in India after its third weekend

Aamir Khan and Genelia D’Souza’s ‘Sitaare Zameen Par’ continues its box office success, earning over Rs. 6.25 crore on its third Sunday. Despite competition, the film’s total domestic collection nears Rs. 150 crore, standing at Rs 148.80 Cr. The movie experienced a surge in occupancy, particularly during evening shows, highlighting its enduring appeal.

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