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ANAS to expel Ramiz Mehdiyev from full membership

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The leadership of the Azerbaijan National Academy of Sciences has repeatedly expressed its firm position on the expulsion of Ramiz Mehdiyev from the Academy’s full membership. “Elchi” was informed about this from ANAS. “We reiterate that Ramiz Mehdiyev, who is accused by the State Security Service of treason and forcible seizure of power, cannot remain […]
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Over 91,000 applications submitted to the Ministry of Justice were reviewed last year

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During 2025, 91,197 applications addressed by citizens to the Apparatus of the Ministry of Justice were reviewed in accordance with the requirements of the legislation. According to the information provided to “Elchi” from the Ministry, 37,133 of the applications were received by mail, and 39,241 were received electronically. 14,823 applications received through the “881” Call […]
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An awareness event on the danger of mines was held in Kalbajar

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Residents of the city of Kalbajar were informed about social protection measures and the danger of mines. This was reported to “Elchi” by the State Committee for Refugees and Internally Displaced Persons. It was reported that at the event held at the State Committee, video clips on the social protection issues of internally displaced persons […]
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A Magnificent View of the Great Return – VIDEO

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The State Committee for Refugees and Internally Displaced Persons of the Republic of Azerbaijan, with the support of the special representative offices of the President of the Republic of Azerbaijan in the liberated territories, has prepared a video flash mob. This was reported to “Elchi” from the Committee. This project, consisting of drone footage, visually […]
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36 Early Marriage Cases Recorded

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“In 2025, the number of beneficiaries of the services of the Child and Family Support Centers was 29,746.” “Elchi” reports that this was stated by Bahar Muradova, Chairperson of the State Committee for Family, Women and Children’s Problems, at an event on the results of the Committee’s activities in 2025. She noted that 1888 applications […]
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New rule established regarding e-commerce in Azerbaijan

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The mechanism for tax registration of non-resident individuals engaged in e-commerce for VAT purposes will be improved. “Elchi” reports that this issue is reflected in the draft law on amendments to the Tax Code, which was discussed at today’s meeting of the Milli Majlis. According to the draft law, non-residents engaged in e-commerce through internet […]
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Wind will intensify in some places – WARNING

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Yellow and orange warnings have been issued regarding the windy weather conditions expected in Baku and the Absheron Peninsula, as well as in the regions, on February 14-16. According to the information provided to “Elchi” from the National Hydrometeorology Service, a north-west wind will blow in Kalbajar, Goranboy, Dashkasan, Naftalan, Barda, Gusar, Gobustan, Khizi, Mingachevir […]
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The procedure for mandatory collection of fines is changing

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The procedure for mandatory collection of fines is changing. According to “Elchi”, this is reflected in the amendment to the Code of Execution of Punishments, which was discussed at today’s meeting of the Milli Majlis. According to the current law, if the convict does not pay the fine within the specified period, the execution of […]
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Minimum wage proposal passed the third reading

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Parliament has adopted in the final reading the revision of the minimum wage in Azerbaijan at least once a year. “Elchi” reports that the proposed amendments to the Labor Code were discussed at today’s plenary session of the Milli Majlis’s spring session. According to the amendment, the amount of the minimum wage will be reviewed […]
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Minimum wage will be reviewed at least once a year

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In Azerbaijan, the minimum wage will be reviewed at least once a year. According to “Elchi”, this is reflected in the amendment to the Labor Code, which was discussed at today’s meeting of the Milli Majlis. According to the project, the amount of the minimum wage will be reviewed at least once a year by […]