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Students receiving social payments for loss of head of family will no longer be required to provide certificates

— NEWS FEED, SOCIETY
In Azerbaijan, students will no longer be required to provide certificates to continue receiving social payments for the loss of the head of the family. This was reported to “Elchi” by the Ministry of Labor and Social Protection of the Population. It was stated that while previously they were required to submit a certificate from […]
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Mobile phone worth 2900 manats stolen from electronics store in Baku

— INCIDENT, NEWS FEED, SOCIETY
A person suspected of stealing a mobile phone worth 2,900 manats from an electronics store in the Yasamal district of Baku has been detained. This was reported to “Elchi” by the Ministry of Internal Affairs. It was stated that 36-year-old O. Burciyev, suspected of committing the act, was detained as a result of measures taken […]
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Diplomas of 255 people studying abroad have not been recognized

— SOCIETY
In the first quarter of 2026, the Quality Assurance in Education Agency received 1305 applications regarding the recognition of foreign qualifications. This was reported to “Elchi” by the Quality Assurance in Education Agency. Positive decisions were made regarding 1050 of the applicants and relevant certificates were presented to them, while the applications of 255 people […]
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Non-working days for May ANNOUNCED

— SOCIETY
The non-working days for May 2026 have been announced. According to the calendar, a number of rest days are scheduled throughout the month due to both weekends and official holidays. “Elchi” reports that for those working a 5-day work week, May 2, 16, 23, and 30 are non-working days as they fall on Saturdays. Sundays, […]
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Status of road projects implemented in the liberated territories has been announced

— SOCIETY
Construction works on 30 road projects with a total length of 1,454.3 km have been completed in the territories liberated from occupation. According to the information provided to “Elchi” by the State Agency of Azerbaijan Automobile Roads (AAYDA), construction works are currently underway on 38 projects with a total length of 2,432.8 km. According to […]
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Tomorrow’s weather forecast has been announced

— SOCIETY
What will the weather be like in Azerbaijan tomorrow? The weather forecast for April 17 has been announced. What will the weather be like in Baku and the Absheron Peninsula? According to the information provided to “Elchi” by the National Hydrometeorology Service, the weather in Baku and the Absheron Peninsula is expected to be partly […]
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Registration for the 2nd stage of the university entrance exam begins

— SOCIETY
Registration is announced for applicants who wish to participate in the 1st attempt of the 2nd stage of the entrance exam to higher education institutions. This information was provided to elchi by the State Examination Center. Stages of application submission It was stated that the submission of applications for student admission to higher education institutions […]
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Sahiba Gafarova: Hosting WUF13 is a testament to Azerbaijan’s ability to unite joint efforts

— ECONOMY, NEWS FEED, SOCIETY
After successfully hosting COP29, hosting the 13th session of the World Urban Forum (WUF13) is another manifestation of the trust placed in Azerbaijan’s ability to unite joint efforts in the face of common challenges. “Elchi” reports that Speaker of the Milli Majlis Sahiba Gafarova stated this at the 5th Conference of the Non-Aligned Movement Parliamentary […]
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Gas supply will be suspended in 2 districts of Baku

— SOCIETY
Due to repair and installation works, gas supply to some areas of Surakhani and Sabunchu districts will be temporarily restricted starting from 10:00 on 16.04.2026. “Elchi” reports that “Azerigaz” has released information regarding this. “Due to repair and installation works, gas supply to the MIDA residential complex and “Sahil” residential area in Surakhani district, as […]