Number of residents of Georgia increases slightly over the year
The Georgian authorities have presented up-to-date data on the country's population. Over the past year, the number of residents has increased slightly, rising by 0.3%.
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Georgia reports on major power outage
Company representatives promised citizens that electricity would soon be restored to all households left without power
Elon Musk launches Starlink in Armenia
Starlink satellite internet is now available in Armenia, Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan said. “Starlink subscribers can organize their work throughout the territory of the Republic of Armenia, in the bosom …
Azerbaijan extends special quarantine regime once again
The special quarantine regime in Azerbaijan has been extended. Azerbaijan's Prime Minister Ali Asadov signed a decree to that effect. Under the …
Azerbaijani population returning to Karabakh's Hasanriz village
The first group of former displaced persons has been relocated to the restored Hasanriz village in Aghdara district as part of Azerbaijan's large-scale …
700 schools closed in Georgia due to bad weather
In Georgia, the educational process has been suspended in 700 schools due to unfavorable weather conditions. The Ministry of Education has provided updates on when schools may reopen in Georgia.
Foreigners purchase over 400 properties in Azerbaijan
Real estate in Azerbaijan remains in high demand among foreigners, with most buyers coming from Russia, Türkiye, and Georgia.
Baku Metro carried 18 mln people in January
The busiest day was January 10
New buildings in Georgia become almost 55% more expensive
Prices for new housing continue to rise in Tbilisi. Over the past year, prices have increased by about 10-11%, and since 2020, they have soared by almost 55%.
Sukhum minibuses drivers go on strike
Drivers of minibuses in Sukhum did not show up for work today
Pensions raised across Georgia
Pensions across Georgia have been increased by 35 lari starting this year, bringing the total to 350 lari per month for those under 70 and 450 lari for individuals aged 70 and over. Pensioners residing in highland settlements would …
Shusha welcomes back 200 more people
This morning, another group of former internally displaced persons has departed from the Garadagh district of Baku to the Azerbaijani city of Shusha. At this stage, 51 families of 208 people are being relocated to Shusha. …
Russia to provide emergency power to Abkhazia
Russia will start humanitarian supplies of electricity to Abkhazia from Monday, December 23. "In response to Abkhazia's appeal, the Russian leadership has once again extended a helping hand to us and is starting …
Life expectancy increased in Dagestan
There are about 400,000 people over 60 years old living in the republic
Public sector employees still receive salaries in Abkhazia
The situation with funds for these purposes was discussed by the republic's authorities
Annual inflation surges in Georgia
Annual inflation in Georgia accelerated to 1.3% in November from 0.3% in October, the national statistics agency Sakstat reported. Consumer prices …
Azerbaijani citizens to celebrate New Year for 7 days
The Cabinet of Ministers of Azerbaijan has announced a change in the New Year's holiday schedule. As per the decision, December 30, 2024, …
Tbilisi to start celebrating New Year on December 14
New Year festive events will be held in the Georgian capital of Tbilisi from December 13 to January 7, Tbilisi Mayor Kakha Kaladze …
Armenian lawmakers seek to ban energy drinks for minors
The sale of energy drinks to young people in Armenia should be banned, according to a number of lawmakers. Several MPs of the Armenian Parliament from the ruling Civil Contract party drafted legislation seeking to …
New Year in Tbilisi: Melikishvili Avenue to be closed for decoration
Some of the streets are blocked at night due to a need to install festive illuminations
