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The first solar eclipse of the year has begun

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The first solar eclipse of the year has begun and will end at 18:27. This was reported by the Shamakhi Astrophysical Observatory. The maximum phase of the solar eclipse will occur at 16:12. This eclipse is mainly observed over Antarctica. Since the type of eclipse depends on the observer’s position, it is visible in Argentina, […]
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NEWS from the teacher shot by a student

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On February 6, a person (female), born in 1997, who was hospitalized to the Clinical Medical Center by an ambulance team from the “Idrak” lyceum of Binagadi district, was discharged home for outpatient treatment on February 16, 2026. “Elchi” reports that Ruzbeh Mammad, the head of the Press Service of KTM, provided information about this. […]
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The Caucasus Muslims Office announced the amount of Fitra alms

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As we reported, the Council of Qazis of the Caucasus Muslims Office has issued a fatwa on the occasion of the beginning of the month of Ramadan. “Elchi” reports that the fatwa states that the amount of Fitra alms has been determined to be around 10-15 manats per person.
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Tomorrow’s weather forecast announced

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What will the weather be like in Azerbaijan tomorrow? The expected weather forecast for February 18 has been announced. What will the weather be like in Baku and the Absheron Peninsula? According to the National Hydrometeorology Service to “Elchi”, the weather in Baku and the Absheron Peninsula is expected to be variably cloudy, occasionally overcast, […]
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Expansion of Artificial Intelligence Application in Disability Assessment

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Comprehensive work is underway to further expand the application of artificial intelligence technologies in the disability assessment system. This was reported to “Elchi” from the Ministry of Labor and Social Protection of the Population. It was noted that the application will also ensure the integration of multi-source information databases, systematic analysis of data, and prompt […]
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The Caucasus Muslims Office recommends adjusting Novruz tables to Iftar times

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“This year, the blessed Ramadan calendar, which is an important divine command of our Lord, coincides with Novruz, which has a special place and national importance in the centuries-old history of the Azerbaijani people.” “Elchi” reports that this was noted in the fatwa of the Council of Qazis of the Caucasus Muslims Office on the […]
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Those who smoke e-cigarettes on the streets and in public places will be fined

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Those who smoke e-cigarettes in prohibited places, streets and other public places will be fined. According to “Elchi”, this is reflected in the proposed amendment to the Code of Administrative Offenses, which will be discussed at today’s meeting of the Parliament’s Committee on Legal Policy and State Building. According to the project, from April 1, […]
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Ramadan calendar announced – SCHEDULE

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The Ramadan calendar has been announced. “Elchi” reports that the Caucasus Muslims Office has released information about this. Note that the first day of Ramadan will be on February 19. Laylat al-Qadr will fall on March 8, 10, 12 and 16. Ramadan Bayram will be on March 20.
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Emin Amrullayev meets with his Moroccan counterpart

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As part of the visit of the delegation led by the Minister of Science and Education, Emin Amrullayev, to the Kingdom of Morocco, a meeting was held with Mohamed Saad Berrada, the Minister of National Education, Preschool and Sports of this country. The Ministry of Science and Education told “Elchi” about this. During the meeting, […]
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There will be no electricity in Bilgah today

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There will be an interruption in the supply of electricity in the areas included in the Mashtaga Energy Supply and Sales Department (ESSD). According to the information provided to “Elchi” from “Azerishig”, repair works will be carried out at the 35/10/6 kV “Bilgah” substation in the ESSD area on February 17. In this regard, there […]