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Starting today, the retirement age for women in Azerbaijan has been increased

— SOCIETY
Starting today, the retirement age for women in Azerbaijan has been increased. elchi reports that the retirement age for women has been raised to 65, equalizing it with the retirement age for men.   The age limit for men provided for in Article 7 of the Law “On Labor Pensions” is increased by 6 months […]
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From today, citizens of Japan and the Republic of Korea will travel to Azerbaijan visa-free

— SOCIETY
In order to facilitate travel opportunities for citizens, strengthen cooperation between countries, and promote the development of tourism, the visa requirement for citizens of Japan and the Republic of Korea holding ordinary passports to enter the territory of the Republic of Azerbaijan for tourism purposes has been abolished from July 1, 2026, to July 1, […]
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Clarification provided regarding allegations of illegal demolition of a house in “Sovetski”

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Clarification has been provided regarding allegations circulating on several social media platforms about the illegal demolition of a citizen’s house located at 78 B. Safaroglu Street, Yasamal district. This information was provided to “Elchi” by the Yasamal District Executive Authority. “We inform you that the operational life of the house where resident Tatyana Agafonova lives, […]
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Gas supply will be suspended in some areas of Nizami and Sabunchu districts tomorrow

— NEWS FEED, SOCIETY
Tomorrow, gas supply will be suspended in some areas of Nizami and Sabunchu districts of Baku. “Elchi” reports that “Azerigaz” Production Union has released information regarding this. Due to the elimination of detected gas leaks and repair-installation works, there will be a short-term interruption in the gas supply from 10:00 until the completion of the […]
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Event titled “Voices Reborn in Karabakh” held in Fuzuli

— NEWS FEED, SOCIETY
An event titled “Voices Reborn in Karabakh” has been held in Fuzuli. “Elchi” reports that information about this was shared on the “X” social media account of the Special Representative Office of the President of Azerbaijan in the Aghdam, Fuzuli, and Khojavand districts. “Music, creativity, and inclusivity came together at the ‘Voices Reborn in Karabakh’ […]
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Results of the Azerbaijani language exam have been announced

— SOCIETY
The results of the test exam in Azerbaijani language (state language) held on June 21 have been announced. “Elchi” reports that the State Examination Center (SEC) has released information regarding this. According to the information, on June 21, 2026, the State Examination Center conducted a test exam in the Azerbaijani language (state language) for current-year […]
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Results of the exams held on June 21 have been announced

— SOCIETY
The State Examination Center has announced the results of various types of exams (repeat) for the general (9-year) secondary education level held on June 21, 2026. This was reported to elchi by the SEC. Applicants can check their exam results via the provided link: https://eservices.dim.gov.az/2026/nettex/. Students should use this link to check their exam results: […]
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Movement scheme of 7 bus routes in the capital is temporarily changed

— SOCIETY
Due to repair works carried out by the relevant authority on Huseyn Javid Avenue (from Seyfaddin Dagli Street to Mikayil Mushfig Street) and Ayna Sultanova Street (from Huseyn Javid Avenue to Matbuat Avenue) in the capital, restrictions are being applied to the movement of vehicles. Regarding this, elchi reports, citing the Azerbaijan Land Transport Agency […]