SOCIETY

New fines will be determined for violating legislation on receiving or granting grants. “Elchi” reports that this is reflected in the draft law on amendments to the Code of Administrative Offenses, which was discussed at the joint meeting of the Legal Policy and State Building, Human Rights committees of the Milli Majlis held on March […]

Tonight is the last Laylat al-Qadr (Night of Power) of the month of Ramadan in Azerbaijan. “Elchi” reminds that the Holy Quran was revealed to Prophet Muhammad gradually over 23 years, but completely on Laylat al-Qadr. It should be noted that on the 1st of Shawwal (March 20), Ramadan (Eid al-Fitr) will be celebrated in […]

As of January 1, 2026, 1098.9 thousand (1098.3 thousand as of January 1 last year) pensioners were registered. “Elchi” reports that the State Statistical Committee disseminated information on this matter. It was stated that this constitutes 10.7 percent of the country’s population. The average amount of assigned monthly pensions increased by 9.1 percent compared to […]

A new proposal has been put forward regarding the expansion of social support provided to large families in Azerbaijan. Currently, monthly social allowances are mainly paid to families with six or more children, while certain pension-related benefits apply to families with five or more children. However, statistical indicators show that the number of large families […]

What will the weather be like in Azerbaijan tomorrow? The expected weather forecast for March 17 has been announced. What will the weather be like in Baku and the Absheron Peninsula? According to information provided to “Elchi” by the National Hydrometeorology Service, the weather in Baku and the Absheron Peninsula is expected to be variable […]

While an employee is on leave, their job and position are maintained, and in cases stipulated by the Labor Code, an average salary is also paid to them, provided that it is not less than their last salary. “Elchi” reports that this was stated in the information provided by the Ministry of Labor and Social […]

The duration of the special quarantine regime has been extended in the territory of the Republic of Azerbaijan. According to “Elchi”‘s report, the Cabinet of Ministers has made a decision on this matter. To prevent the spread of Coronavirus (COVID-19) infection in the country and the complications it may cause, the duration of the special […]

Rules against those who evade military service are being tightened. This was reported to “Elchi” by the State Service for Mobilization and Conscription. It was stated that with the aim of timely and effective prevention of cases of evasion from conscription for fixed-term active military service, a law dated December 27, 2024, was adopted regarding […]

The first stage of the second attempt of the university admission exam will be held on May 24 and June 7. Information about this was provided to “Elchi” from DİM. It was reported that the exam for specialization groups II and III will be on May 24, while for specialization groups I and IV, it […]

Today, in connection with the upcoming holidays, the State Social Protection Fund under the Ministry of Labor and Social Protection of Population has also paid out March’s benefits, pensions, and targeted social assistance.The ministry informed “Elchi” about this.”The Fund has completed all social payments for this month ahead of schedule. Previously, on March 6, pensions […]