https://riadagestan.ru https://riadagestan.ru/images/logo 100x100.png http://riadagestan.ru/images/logo 180x180.png.png Thu, 22 Oct 2026 15:28:58 +0300 60 https://riadagestan.ru/news/business/measures_to_restore_operation_of_gypsum_plant_to_be_developed_in_dagestan/ MAKHACHKALA, October 21 – RIA "Dagestan". BUSINESS <p><b>MAKHACHKALA, October 21 – RIA "Dagestan".</b> A recent strategic audit of the Matis industrial facility in Buynaksky District underscores the regional government's focus on revitalizing core manufacturing assets in the construction materials sector.</p><p>Commissioned by Dagestan Prime Minister Magomed Ramazanov, the site visit was led by Gaidar Gadzhiev (Dagestan Development Corporation) and Ali Murtuzaliev (Chairman of the Parliamentary Economy Committee). The delegation evaluated the plant’s capacity utilization, operational bottlenecks and the administrative interventions necessary to restore output stability. </p><p>Matis is a key regional industrial asset specializing in the extraction of gypsum and the production of gypsum-based construction materials, including plasters and dry-mix mortars. The primary objective is to ensure the enterprise's sustainable operation, facilitate its return to full design capacity and establish a framework for long-term expansion. </p><p>Dagestan Development Corporation will coordinate with regional ministries and the plant's executive management to operationalize these recovery measures.</p> Thu, 22 Oct 2026 15:24:45 +0300 https://riadagestan.ru/news/society/dagestan_takes_second_place_in_ncfd_by_number_of_cars_worth_over_rub_10_million/ MAKHACHKALA, October 22 – RIA "Dagestan". SOCIETY <p><b>MAKHACHKALA, October 22 – RIA "Dagestan". </b>According to the analytical service of FinExpertiza, the number of luxury vehicles valued at over RUB 10 million in the North Caucasian Federal District (NCFD) increased 1.5-fold based on the results of 2025. The regional fleet of high-end automobiles reached 2,200 units, representing a year-on-year growth of 713 vehicles, or 47%. </p><p>Chechnya leads the district with 700 registered luxury cars, followed by Dagestan (537) and Stavropol Krai (514). The remaining NCFD regions recorded the following figures: North Ossetia (146), Kabardino-Balkaria (139), Ingushetia (132) and Karachay-Cherkessia (49). </p><p>Consequently, the fiscal yield from taxes on premium vehicles in the Northern Caucasus surged by 45% over the year, totaling RUB 223.7 million. On a national scale, the largest concentrations of elite vehicles remain in Moscow (18,700 units), St. Petersburg (4,000), Moscow Region (3,800) and Krasnodar Krai (1,900).</p> Thu, 22 Oct 2026 15:20:35 +0300 https://riadagestan.ru/news/society/62_year_old_strongman_omar_khanapiev_plans_to_set_four_world_records/ MAKHACHKALA, October 22 – RIA "Dagestan". SOCIETY <p><b>MAKHACHKALA, October 22 – RIA "Dagestan".</b> Renowned Dagestani strongman and Guinness World Record holder Omar Khanapiev has announced his intention to establish four new global records before the end of the year. The 62-year-old athlete plans to execute a series of high-tonnage towing feats using only his teeth. </p><p>On November 3, he aims to set a record by pulling an aircraft, followed by attempts to tow a locomotive and a maritime vessel by year's end. Additionally, Khanapiev is scheduled to perform an undisclosed record-breaking feat on November 1 at Makhachkala's Trud Stadium as part of the Festival of Culture and Sports of the Peoples of Southern Russia. Khanapiev's previous achievements include towing a 140-ton locomotive by 12 meters, a Tu-134 aircraft by 7 meters and a 567-ton ship by 15 meters.</p> Thu, 22 Oct 2026 15:08:30 +0300 https://riadagestan.ru/news/business/more_than_150_apartment_buildings_to_undergo_major_repairs_in_dagestan_by_2029/ MAKHACHKALA, October 22 – RIA "Dagestan". BUSINESS <p><b>MAKHACHKALA, October 22 – RIA "Dagestan". </b>Under the 2026–2028 short-term capital repair program, 152 multi-family residential buildings across 11 municipalities in the Republic of Dagestan are scheduled for comprehensive renovation.</p><p>This was announced by Zaur Bakhmudov, First Deputy Head of the Dagestan Capital Repair Fund, during oversight hearings at the Regional Public Chamber. The session, focused on the execution of state housing and utilities programs, was chaired by Sayputin Davdiev, Head of the Regional Center for Public Control in the Housing and Utilities Sector, with participation of relevant regulatory and supervisory agencies. </p><p>Bakhmudov noted that the overarching regional program encompassed 4,322 buildings totaling over 15.78 million square meters. The current short-term plan targets 571,900 square meters with an allocated budget of approximately RUB 1.2 billion. Planned interventions include the replacement of 77 elevators across 25 buildings, the repair of 77 roofs, 10 facades and one basement, alongside the modernization of internal engineering systems in 52 high-rise structures. </p><p>Design and cost estimation documentation has been finalized for all 152 facilities. Contracts have been executed for 91 buildings in the first phase, while contractor procurement is underway for the remaining 61 facilities in the second phase. As noted, renovations in 79 first-phase buildings have been fully completed and officially commissioned, with the remaining 12 facilities ranging from 55% to 98% completion, targeted for final delivery by the end of October.</p> Thu, 22 Oct 2026 14:23:00 +0300 https://riadagestan.ru/news/business/number_of_atms_and_payment_terminals_in_dagestan_grows_by_21/ MAKHACHKALA, October 22 – RIA "Dagestan". BUSINESS <p><b>MAKHACHKALA, October 22 – RIA "Dagestan".</b> H1 2026 retail payment metrics for Dagestan indicate a robust expansion of digital payment infrastructure, alongside a structural shift in consumer payment preferences. </p><p>The Bank of Russia’s regional branch reports a 21% YoY increase in the total installed base of ATMs and POS terminals, reaching 23,800 units. Crucially, QR-acquiring terminals surged by 27.6% to 16,700 devices. </p><p>This infrastructural scaling supported 140 million cashless transactions (cards and QR) valued at RUB 121 billion. However, a divergence in payment instruments is evident: while aggregate cashless volumes remain strong, data highlights a 14.8% contraction in traditional card-based transaction frequency and a 21.3% decline in card transaction value. </p><p>This divergence strongly suggests a cannibalization effect, where rapid QR-code and Fast Payment System (SBP) adoption is displacing legacy physical card usage at the point of sale.</p> Thu, 22 Oct 2026 13:17:00 +0300 https://riadagestan.ru/news/business/81_km_of_roads_upgraded_in_dagestan/ MAKHACHKALA, October 21 – RIA "Dagestan". BUSINESS <p><b>MAKHACHKALA, October 21 – RIA "Dagestan". </b>As of early October 2026, over 81 kilometers of roadways in the Republic of Dagestan have been upgraded to meet regulatory standards. These improvements have been executed under the "Infrastructure for Life" national project, encompassing 34 distinct road sections with a combined length of 101.5 kilometers. </p><p>According to the Ministry of Transport of Dagestan, the portfolio includes 20 projects designated as republican and inter-municipal roads, alongside 14 projects within Makhachkala's urban street-road network. </p><p>Ongoing strategic infrastructure developments include the construction of the access road to Makhachkala Sea Commercial Port, the connector to the Caspian Coastal Cluster resort from the R-217 Kavkaz federal highway (at the 922-km mark) and the access route to the "Dagestan" All-Russian Children's Center (at the 914-km mark). Additionally, construction is actively progressing on the Morskoye–Andreevka highway.</p> Wed, 21 Oct 2026 22:32:28 +0300 https://riadagestan.ru/news/culture/documentary_series_pirogov_dagestan_summer_of_1847_presented_at_russia_my_history_park/ MAKHACHKALA, October 21 – RIA "Dagestan". CULTURE <p><b>MAKHACHKALA, October 21 – RIA "Dagestan".</b> The historical park "Russia – My History" in Makhachkala hosted a premiere of the documentary episode "Pirogov. Dagestan. Summer of 1847" part of the broader cinematic project "Russians in the Caucasus: Platov, Pastukhov, Pirogov".</p><p>Directed by Margarita Zhemchugova, editor-in-chief of the "Caucasus Today" portal, the film chronicles the pioneering medical work of eminent Russian surgeon Nikolai Pirogov in the region. Principal photography was conducted at Dagestan State Medical University and in the village of Salta, Gunibsky District, a site of profound historical significance. </p><p>During the 1847 siege of Salta, Pirogov made medical history by administering ether anesthesia in field conditions, marking a pivotal advancement in military surgery. Furthermore, the documentary highlights his collaborative engagement with local healers, studying indigenous methods for treating fractures and preserving limbs to avoid amputation. </p><p>Produced by Northern Caucasus – Media LLC with the backing of the Presidential Fund for Cultural Initiatives, the three-part series explores the shared historical heritage of Russia and the Caucasus through the legacies of Pirogov, Ataman Matvey Platov and topographer Andrey Pastukhov, with a strategic focus on engaging younger demographics.</p> Wed, 21 Oct 2026 22:25:42 +0300 https://riadagestan.ru/news/society/residents_of_dagestan_made_almost_30_million_payments_using_qr_codes/ MAKHACHKALA, October 21 – RIA "Dagestan". SOCIETY <p><b>MAKHACHKALA, October 21 – RIA "Dagestan".</b> H1 2026 retail payment metrics for Dagestan indicate a strong acceleration in digital payment adoption. QR code transaction volumes reached 29.8 million (RUB 33.4 billion), reflecting year-on-year growth rates of 19.5% in frequency and 23.4% in aggregate value. </p><p>This consumer shift is underpinned by aggressive infrastructure scaling, evidenced by a 27.6% expansion in QR-acquiring terminals, which totaled 16,700 units by July 1. Despite the rapid uptake of QR technologies, traditional payment cards retain market dominance, recording 110.5 million transactions and an RUB 88.2 billion turnover during the reporting period, underscoring a highly active and diversified regional cashless economy.</p> Wed, 21 Oct 2026 21:11:08 +0300 https://riadagestan.ru/news/society/dagestan_surgeons_save_limbs_of_two_patients_after_severe_angle_grinder_injuries/ MAKHACHKALA, October 21 – RIA "Dagestan". SOCIETY <p><b>MAKHACHKALA, October 21 – RIA "Dagestan". </b>The N.Ts. Tsakhaev Republican Center for Traumatology and Orthopedics reported on successful limb salvage of two patients who sustained severe upper-extremity injuries in angle grinder accidents. After emergency inter-facility transfers from a municipal hospital, the patients were diagnosed with incomplete traumatic amputations of the forearm and hand, involving critical damage to nerves, blood vessels and tendons.</p><p>A specialized surgical team performed complex microsurgical reconstructions to restore anatomical integrity and salvage both limbs. Notably, evaluations performed 72 hours after surgery confirmed full recovery of motor function in the affected body parts. Following the acute care phase, both patients have been successfully transitioned into structured rehabilitative programs to ensure full functional recovery.</p> Wed, 21 Oct 2026 18:11:00 +0300 https://riadagestan.ru/news/society/more_than_10_000_people_visited_first_zubutli_quince_festival_in_dagestan/ KAZBEKOVSKY DISTRICT, October 21 – RIA "Dagestan". SOCIETY <p><b>KAZBEKOVSKY DISTRICT, October 21 – RIA "Dagestan". </b>The inaugural Zubutli Quince Festival, hosted on the grounds of the Glavryba eco-tourism complex in Kazbekovsky District, successfully attracted over 10,000 attendees. </p><p>According to the Ministry of Tourism and Folk Arts and Crafts of the Republic of Dagestan, the event promotes the unique heritage quince cultivar native to the village of Zubutli, renowned for its large, golden-yellow fruits that can weigh up to 800 grams. </p><p>The festival program featured performances by prominent Dagestani pop artists, traditional cultural celebrations and culinary master classes focused on jam and compote preparation. Comprehensive recreational facilities were provided for children, including a non-competitive fun run where all participants were awarded certificates and commemorative gifts. A notable highlight of the event was the introduction of hot air balloon flights, marking their debut at the complex. Organizers have announced their intention to establish the festival as an annual regional tradition.</p> Wed, 21 Oct 2026 17:29:00 +0300 https://riadagestan.ru/news/politics/moscow_mufti_ildar_alyautdinov_meets_with_dagestan_prime_minister_magomed_ramazanov/ MAKHACHKALA, October 20 – RIA Dagestan. POLITICS <p><b>MAKHACHKALA, October 20 – RIA Dagestan.</b> Acting Chairman of the Dagestan Government Magomed Ramazanov hosted Moscow Mufti Ildar Alyautdinov for a working meeting in Makhachkala. The parties focused on issues related to fostering spiritual and moral development among the younger generation, reinforcing family values and enhancing engagement among state bodies and religious institutions.</p><p>As a gesture of goodwill, Mufti Alyautdinov presented a semantic translation of the Holy Quran to Dagestani prime minister. Special attention was paid to the social cohesion demonstrated during the recent spring floods, with Ramazanov extending gratitude to religious figures and volunteers for their humanitarian aid. The leaders reaffirmed the value of longstanding ties between Moscow and Dagestan in the spheres of education and cultural heritage.</p> Tue, 20 Oct 2026 21:22:00 +0300 https://riadagestan.ru/news/politics/delegates_from_14_countries_to_gather_in_dagestan_for_iv_international_forum_of_compatriots_living_abroad/ MAKHACHKALA, October 20 – RIA "Dagestan". POLITICS <p><b>MAKHACHKALA, October 20 – RIA "Dagestan". </b>The IV International Forum of Compatriots Living Abroad will be held in Dagestan on October 21–24. The event will bring together representatives from the Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, federal agencies (CIS Affairs and Ethnic Affairs), Moscow Government, the Assembly of the Peoples of Russia, Dagestan executive authorities and leaders of compatriot organizations worldwide. Participants also include business representatives, youth, women’s, and veterans’ groups, as well as cultural, educational and media figures.</p><p>Guests from Canada, Belarus, Moldova, Turkey, Azerbaijan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Uzbekistan, Georgia, Iraq, Greece, Egypt and Iran are expected to arrive. The program features three discussion sessions, a “Day of Belarusian Draniki”, a MFA photo exhibition on Soviet diplomacy during WWII, showcases of Dagestani folk arts and local publications and visits to the V.V. Makarov Museum of Military Glory and the Alley of Glory.</p><p>The plenary session "Unity of Peoples — the Foundation of Peace" will serve as the culminating event, focusing on strengthening diaspora ties, consolidating communities, preserving the Russian language and cultural memory, developing humanitarian and business cooperation, supporting Russian-language media abroad, expanding digital platforms and countering disinformation.</p> Tue, 20 Oct 2026 19:34:00 +0300 https://riadagestan.ru/news/society/three_dagestanis_to_compete_in_abilympics_2026/ MAKHACHKALA, October 20 – RIA "Dagestan". SOCIETY <p><b>MAKHACHKALA, October 20 – RIA "Dagestan". </b>Dagestan sends three of its most talented young professionals to Moscow for the Abilympics–2026 National Championship, Russia’s premier skills competition for people with disabilities, running from October 31 to November 3. </p><p>According to the republican Ministry of Education and Science, the delegation features Albina Isaeva, a student at Medzhidov Professional Pedagogical College and Raziyat Khalidova—both competing in Decorative Arts—alongside Iliana Gasanbegova, a graduate of the Special Boarding School Type II, who will showcase her abilities in Sign Art. Isaeva will contest the students’ division, while Khalidova and Gasanbegova face off in the Specialists category. </p><p>The Abilympics movement has grown dramatically since launching in Russia in 2015, drawing more than 180,000 competitors and 110,000 experts through regional rounds. Beyond the medals, the championship’s mission is practical: to guide participants toward vocational training, open doors to real employment and help people with disabilities become fully integrated members of society. The event runs under the federal "Professionalitet" project, part of the national "Youth and Children" initiative.</p> Tue, 20 Oct 2026 18:44:00 +0300 https://riadagestan.ru/news/society/dstu_and_saudi_university_of_petroleum_and_minerals_launch_academic_partnership/ MAKHACHKALA, October 20 – RIA "Dagestan". SOCIETY <p><b>MAKHACHKALA, October 20 – RIA "Dagestan".</b> Dagestan State Technical University (DSTU) hosted an official delegation from Saudi Arabia’s King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals (KFUPM), a globally recognized leader in petroleum and minerals education. The visiting delegation comprised Suleiman Saleh Al-Khomidan, Dean of the College of Graduate Studies and Interdisciplinary Research; Ammar Mohammed Adam Mohammed, Director of the Office of International Relations; and Almir Miftakhutdinov, a geophysics scholar and university ambassador. </p><p>The visit to the Northern Caucasus was facilitated by education sector entrepreneurs Adam Malsagov and Muslim Talgaev. The itinerary commenced with a strategic meeting with DSTU Rector Nazim Balamirzoev, where both institutions identified priority collaboration vectors in oil and gas engineering, chemical technologies, geosciences and information technology. </p><p>The partnership aims to establish dual-degree programs, joint research initiatives and faculty-student exchange mechanisms. Following a comprehensive presentation for DSTU students highlighting academic infrastructure and international internship prospects a roundtable with faculty deans finalized the roadmap for a bilateral cooperation agreement. </p><p>Rector Balamirzoev emphasized the shared strategic vision of both universities in engineering and digital research, noting the transition from preliminary agreements to concrete project implementation. The Saudi delegation commended DSTU’s scientific capacity, with the official signing of the partnership agreement and the launch of inaugural joint initiatives slated as the next operational phase.</p> Tue, 20 Oct 2026 17:48:00 +0300 https://riadagestan.ru/news/sport/dagestani_parachutists_win_two_bronze_medals_at_north_caucasian_competitions/ YESSENTUKI, October 20 – RIA "Dagestan". SPORT <p><b>YESSENTUKI, October 20 – RIA "Dagestan". </b>Athletes from Dagestan won two bronze medals at the North Caucasus Federal District parachuting competitions held in Yessentuki. The tournament was held in the "Landing Accuracy" discipline in the individual and team standings. A total of 34 athletes as part of 10 teams took part in the event.</p><p>Khabib Davudgadzhiev, representing Makhachkala Polyot sports school, took third place in the individual men's standings. The Dagestani team added another bronze in the team standings, with Khabib Davudgadzhiev, Magomed Aliev and Kairat Khalimov on the roster. Stavropol Krai won the team competition, the Donetsk People's Republic team finished second and Dagestan's athletes placed third.</p> Tue, 20 Oct 2026 16:52:00 +0300 https://riadagestan.ru/news/sport/makhachkala_hosts_all_russian_freestyle_wrestling_tournament_in_memory_of_kadi_abakarov/ MAKHACHKALA, October 20 – RIA "Dagestan". SPORT <p><b>MAKHACHKALA, October 20 – RIA "Dagestan". </b>More than 250 athletes took part in the 53rd All-Russian freestyle wrestling tournament dedicated to the memory of Hero of the Soviet Union Kadi Abakarov. The competitions took place on October 17–18 in Makhachkala. The wrestlers competed in ten weight categories.</p><p>Due to infrastructure damage (a fire) at its traditional site in Agvali (Tsumadinsky District), the tournament was hosted for the third successive cycle at the Trud Stadium volleyball center in Makhachkala. </p><p>The competitive results highlight a significant regional concentration of talent, with the host city securing eight out of ten available gold medals. </p><p>The weight class victors are O. Sultanov (Kaspiysk, -57 kg), M. Alibulatov (Khasavyurt, -61 kg), and A. Nurakhmaev (Moscow, -74 kg), while Makhachkala-based athletes dominated the remaining brackets: G. Omarov (-65 kg), A. Magomedov (-70 kg), K. Abdulvagabov (-79 kg), M. Aliev (-86 kg), R. Gadzhiev (-92 kg), O. Ziyautdinov (-97 kg) and R. Malakhmedov (-125 kg).&nbsp;</p> Tue, 20 Oct 2026 13:56:00 +0300 https://riadagestan.ru/news/business/satellite_city_of_makhachkala_moves_to_implementation_stage_after_republican_level_support/ MAKHACHKALA, October 20 – RIA "Dagestan". BUSINESS <p><b>MAKHACHKALA, October 20 – RIA "Dagestan". </b>The initiative to establish a satellite city for Makhachkala, initially proposed in December 2025 by Deputy Mayor Timur Galbatsov, has secured republican-level approval and transitioned into the active implementation phase. </p><p>Following a comprehensive project review, official directives were issued to relevant ministries, agencies and utility providers to convene coordination sessions at the city administration to resolve implementation prerequisites. Recently, a working session with utility operators—including the Unified Operator of the Republic of Dagestan and Rosseti Northern Caucasus – Dagenergo—focused on engineering infrastructure, specifically water supply, wastewater management and electricity distribution. </p><p>The forthcoming phase involves detailed project elaboration and the formulation of proposals. A series of stakeholder meetings is scheduled in the city hall prior to a strategic review with Dagestan’s Prime Minister Magomed Ramazanov, culminating in a final presentation to Head of the Republic Fyodor Shchukin. </p><p>Envisioned as a self-sustaining urban hub with comprehensive social and utility infrastructure, the satellite city aims to integrate nearby settlements such as Shamkhal-Termen, Shamkhal and Bogatyrevka. </p><p>Preliminary projections indicate a 10–15% reduction in vehicular and commuter traffic directed toward the capital's center. Furthermore, the project will expand the municipal tax base, generate new revenue streams and facilitate the development of social and municipal housing funds. "This long-term, large-scale initiative requires systematic planning and interagency coordination" Galbatsov said, emphasizing its role in the socio-economic advancement and infrastructural optimization of Dagestani capital.</p> Tue, 20 Oct 2026 13:02:00 +0300 https://riadagestan.ru/news/culture/folk_arts_and_crafts_of_dagestan_presented_in_tatarstan/ MAKHACHKALA, October 20 – RIA "Dagestan". CULTURE <p><b>MAKHACHKALA, October 20 – RIA "Dagestan". </b>Galiasgar Kamal Tatar State Academic Theater hosted the "Day of the Peoples of Dagestan in Tatarstan" cultural gala, organized in alignment with the Year of the Unity of the Peoples of Russia. </p><p>The comprehensive event offered attendees an immersive experience of the republic’s heritage, featuring exhibitions, culinary showcases and performing arts. Artisans from Dagestan exhibited masterpieces across six traditional craft disciplines, including handwoven carpets, Balkhar ceramics, traditional tastar headscarves, intricate wood inlay and metalwork from Untsukul and Kubachi, and artistic copper repoussé. </p><p>The official program was enriched by performances from state folk ensembles, a showcase of national attire, and a curated tasting of authentic Dagestani cuisine, underscoring the strengthening of interregional cultural ties and the preservation of intangible heritage.</p> Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:14:00 +0300 https://riadagestan.ru/news/sport/two_dagestani_boxers_win_at_world_championship_in_montenegro/ BUDVA, October 20 – RIA "Dagestan". SPORT <p><b>BUDVA, October 20 – RIA "Dagestan".</b> Dagestani boxers Islam Magomedov and Temirsultan Temirsultanov made a successful start at the World Championship among athletes aged 13–14, which is taking place in Budva (Montenegro). Islam Magomedov defeated Czech boxer Dorian Kropog with a score of 5:0 in the first bout of the tournament. With the same result, Temirsultan Temirsultanov got the better of Ilija Hornet from North Macedonia.</p> Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:08:00 +0300 https://riadagestan.ru/news/politics/dagestan_delegation_studies_samara_region_s_experience_in_waste_management/ MAKHACHKALA, October 20 – RIA "Dagestan". POLITICS <p><b>MAKHACHKALA, October 20 – RIA "Dagestan". </b>Acting on the directive of Acting Chairman of the Government of Dagestan Magomed Ramazanov, the republican Acting Minister of Natural Resources and Ecology Ratmir Rasulov, accompanied by Deputy Minister Saniyat Bilalova, undertook an official working visit to the Samara Region. </p><p>During the trip, Dagestani delegation held bilateral consultations with Samara Region Governor Vyacheslav Fedorishchev. The agenda centered on the strategic development of modern infrastructure for municipal solid waste processing and disposal. </p><p>Furthermore, the parties engaged in a comprehensive exchange of regional best practices and operational frameworks in waste management, identifying actionable methodologies and technological solutions that could be adapted to optimize Dagestan’s ecological and sanitary infrastructure.</p> Tue, 20 Oct 2026 04:12:00 +0300 https://riadagestan.ru/news/society/unemployment_rate_in_dagestan_drops_to_10/ MAKHACHKALA, October 19 – RIA Dagestan. SOCIETY <p><b>MAKHACHKALA, October 19 – RIA Dagestan. </b>According to Dagestanstat, the republic recorded 155,100 unemployed individuals aged 15 and older between June and August 2026. This represents an unemployment rate of 10%, a decrease from 10.3% during the same period last year. These figures follow International Labour Organization (ILO) methodology.</p><p>Compared to the start of the year, the number of unemployed persons dropped by 23,300 (13.1%). In the first quarter of 2026, there were 178,400 unemployed individuals, with a rate of 11.4%. Meanwhile, employment rose by 17,000, growing from 1.381 million to 1.398 million. The total labor force for the summer period stood at 1.553 million, with an employment rate of 55.5%.</p> Mon, 19 Oct 2026 20:16:56 +0300 https://riadagestan.ru/news/business/khasavyurt_karlanyurt_railway_section_modernized_in_dagestan/ MAKHACHKALA, October 19 – RIA "Dagestan". BUSINESS <p><b>MAKHACHKALA, October 19 – RIA "Dagestan".</b> The Northern Caucasus Railway has incorporated the "Khasavyurt–Karlanyurt" section in Dagestan into its track modernization program for the January–September 2026 period. This strategic segment is critical for facilitating transit traffic toward the Caspian Sea and handling freight from local industrial enterprises. </p><p>During the nine-month reporting window, the company executed comprehensive overhauls on 51 kilometers of track and replaced rails across an additional 54 kilometers, with total investments reaching RUB 4.2 billion. These infrastructure upgrades were not limited to Dagestan but also extended to key sections within Rostov Region, Krasnodar Krai and Stavropol Krai, reflecting a broad-based approach to network maintenance and capacity enhancement.</p> Mon, 19 Oct 2026 18:57:55 +0300 https://riadagestan.ru/news/society/new_resource_center_for_ngos_opens_in_dagestan/ MAKHACHKALA, October 19 – RIA "Dagestan". SOCIETY <p><b>MAKHACHKALA, October 19 – RIA "Dagestan". </b>In accordance with federal guidelines on supporting socially oriented non-commercial organizations, the Republic of Dagestan is implementing the "NGO House" pilot program. </p><p>An audit of existing support mechanisms has revealed insufficient infrastructure for non-governmental organizations, despite their critical role in emergency response operations, partially observed in March 2026. To address this gap, Acting Prime Minister of Dagestan Magomed Ramazanov announced the establishment of a specialized resource center spanning more than 600 square meters.</p><p>The hub will adhere to strict protocols for providing gratuitous services: legal counseling, grant-writing workshops and event hosting for social initiatives. Regulatory oversight ensures that renovation milestones are met by December 2026, with certification for opening procedures to follow in January 2027. This structural adjustment aligns regional practice with national best practices for civil society empowerment, ensuring transparent and accountable distribution of state-supported resources.</p> Mon, 19 Oct 2026 18:12:00 +0300 https://riadagestan.ru/news/society/dagestan_launches_many_peoples_one_country_competition/ MAKHACHKALA, October 19 – RIA Dagestan. SOCIETY <p><b>MAKHACHKALA, October 19 – RIA Dagestan.</b> The regional competition "Many Peoples – One Country" has been launched in Dagestan, aimed at strengthening interethnic harmony, preserving traditional values and supporting native languages.</p><p>Zikrula Ilyasov, Chairman of the Regional Branch of the All-Russian Public-State Organization "Assembly of the Peoples of Russia" briefed journalists on the goals, format and rules of the creative contest.</p><p>The initiative is implemented as part of the "Heritage Uniting Peoples" project with the support of Dagestan Ministry for National Policy and Religious Affairs. According to Ilyasov, participation is free and open to art school, college and university students, as well as teachers, mentors and educators.</p><p>The competition will be held in two main categories. To participate in the "Best Written Work on Friendship of the Peoples of Dagestan" nomination, contestants must submit an essay, story or interview about traditions of good neighborliness and interethnic harmony based on real events.</p><p>The second category is "Preservation and Development of Native Languages". Participants are required to write an essay titled "My Native Language: Past, Present, Future" and record a video featuring an expressive reading of literary works in national languages (with a brief translation into Russian) or a demonstration of language games, riddles and tongue twisters.</p> Mon, 19 Oct 2026 16:48:00 +0300 https://riadagestan.ru/news/sport/dagestani_karatekas_win_24_medals_at_all_russian_competition_in_orenburg/ MAKHACHKALA, October 19 – RIA Dagestan. SPORT <p><b>MAKHACHKALA, October 19 – RIA Dagestan.</b> Dagestan regional karate team secured a total of twenty-four medals at the All-Russian "Europe – Asia" Tournament dedicated to the memory of Hero of Russia Alexander Prokhorenko, held in Orenburg. The team members yielded six gold, seven silver and eleven bronze awards across various age and weight categories.</p><p>Individual gold medals were achieved by Ilyas Gadzhiev (U-18, +76 kg), Dzhabrail Gichibekov (U-18, -76 kg), Imam Kamiyev (Cadets, -52 kg), and Said Abdulhalimov (Boys, -50 kg), while two additional gold medals were conferred upon the boys' team squads in the U-18 and U-16 age divisions. </p><p>Silver honors were awarded to Gamzat Gunashev (Seniors, -60 kg), Ramazan Chupanov (Seniors, -67 kg), Aliya Asadulayeva (U-18, -59 kg), Karim Minatullayev (Cadets, +70 kg), and Said Magomedov (Boys, -50 kg), complemented by team silver for the girls in the U-18 and U-16 <a>age divisions</a>. </p><p>The bronze medal tally comprised individual victories for Abdulkadir Magomedaliyev and Shamil Bagatov (Seniors, -75 kg), Roman Danilenko (Seniors, -60 kg), Umar Tagibekov (Seniors, -84 kg), Marat Bagatov (U-18, -76 kg), Shamil Khanmagomedov (Cadets, -57 kg), Khadizha Kerimova (Cadets, +61 kg), Anvar Khaskhalapov (Cadets, -52 kg), Aminat Akhmedova (Cadets, -54 kg), and Muhammad Abakarov (Boys, -40 kg), along with one team bronze for the girls in the U-14 age division.</p> Mon, 19 Oct 2026 16:34:00 +0300 https://riadagestan.ru/news/society/international_charity_forum_sunny_coast_ngos_new_vector_opens_in_dagestan/ MAKHACHKALA, October 19 – RIA Dagestan. SOCIETY <p><b>MAKHACHKALA, October 19 – RIA Dagestan. </b>The international charity forum "Sunny Coast. NGOs. New Vector" is currently underway at the Dzhami hotel complex in Makhachkala.&nbsp;The&nbsp; Speaker of Dagestan Parliament Zaur Askenderov, the Acting Chairman of the Government of Dagestan Magomed Ramazanov, the President of the Pure Heart Charitable Foundation and the Vice President of the Wrestling Federation of Russia Omar Murtuzaliyev&nbsp; attended&nbsp;&nbsp;the&nbsp;opening ceremony.</p><p>The event brought together representatives of charitable foundations, NGOs, public and religious organizations, government bodies and businesses from 23 Russian regions and 5 foreign countries.</p><p>Speaking at the forum, Magomed Ramazanov noted that the wide geographic representation of participants demonstrated significant interest in charitable issues and a readiness to join forces to address pressing social challenges.</p><p>"Today, people of different nationalities, cultures and faiths have gathered here, united by shared values: mercy, compassion, respect for human dignity and a desire to make the world better. It is upon these values that the work of non-profit and charitable organizations is built, which is why your efforts are so vital to society" – the top official said. </p><p>The key objective of the forum is not merely to exchange experiences, but to develop joint solutions aimed at improving people's quality of life and supporting families facing difficult circumstances.</p> Mon, 19 Oct 2026 15:02:00 +0300 https://riadagestan.ru/news/sport/dagestani_wrestler_wins_gold_at_world_junior_championship_in_usa/ LAS VEGAS, October 19 – RIA Dagestan. SPORT <p><b>LAS VEGAS, October 19 – RIA Dagestan. </b>Dagestani wrestler Mukhamed-Takhir Khaniev won a gold medal at the U20 World Freestyle Wrestling Championship held in Las Vegas, USA.</p><p>The athlete claimed victory in the under-97 kg weight category. On his way to the title, he achieved five wins. In the final bout, Khaniev defeated American Justin Lee Rademacher with a score of 9-7.</p><p>Two other representatives of Dagestan also won medals as part of the Russian national team. Said Saidulov won a silver in the under-79 kg category, while Eldar Akhmadudinov took bronze in the under-65 kg division.</p> Mon, 19 Oct 2026 14:12:00 +0300 https://riadagestan.ru/news/sport/dagestan_team_takes_first_place_at_peaceful_caucasus_hand_to_hand_combat_festival/ VLADIKAVKAZ, October 19 – RIA Dagestan. SPORT <p><b>VLADIKAVKAZ, October 19 – RIA Dagestan. </b>Dagestan team won first place in the overall team standings at the all-Russian "Peaceful Caucasus" hand-to-hand combat sports festival held in Vladikavkaz.</p><p>More than 200 athletes from four North Caucasian regions took part in the competition: Dagestan, the Chechen Republic, North Ossetia-Alania and Kabardino-Balkaria.</p><p>Dagestan was represented by 40 trainees of the Polet sports school guided by coaches Artur Abdullayev, Zurab Aliyev, Usman Khanipayev and Dzhabrail Zubayriyev. Competeing across five age categories, ranging from 8 to 17 years, they won a total of 28 medals, including 10 gold, 8 silver and 10 bronze.</p> Mon, 19 Oct 2026 14:10:00 +0300 https://riadagestan.ru/news/sport/fencer_aizanat_murtazaeva_wins_bronze_at_world_cup_stage_in_morocco/ MAKHACHKALA, October 19 – RIA Dagestan. SPORT <p><b>MAKHACHKALA, October 19 – RIA Dagestan.</b> Dagestani épée fencer Aizanat Murtazaeva took bronze at the World Cup stage in Casablanca, Morocco. Khunzakhsky District native advanced by defeating fencers from Italy, Hong Kong and Poland before losing a tight semifinal bout to a representative from Ukraine.</p> Mon, 19 Oct 2026 13:41:00 +0300 https://riadagestan.ru/news/sport/dagestani_sanda_athletes_dominate_russian_championship/ MAKHACHKALA, October 19 – RIA Dagestan. SPORT <p><b>MAKHACHKALA, October 19 – RIA Dagestan.</b> Dagestan wushu sanda team finished first in the team standings at the Russian Championship in Moscow, winning 10 of the 11 available gold medals. </p><p>Safar Magomedov (48 kg), Abakar Azizov (56 kg), Salavutdin Guseynov (60 kg), Ramazan Arslanbekov (65 kg), Bashir Mamayev (70 kg), Magomed-Rasul Magomedtagirov (75 kg), Umalat Gadzhiev (80 kg), Isker Abdulmuslimov (85 kg), Dzhafer Magomedov (90 kg) and Shamil Abdulmuslimov (+90 kg) have become the national champions.</p><p>Concurrently, Dagestan also took first place in the team standings at the Russian Junior Wushu Sanda Championship (for athletes aged 17–20) held in Moscow alongside the senior event.</p> Mon, 19 Oct 2026 13:21:00 +0300 https://riadagestan.ru/news/society/four_dsu_projects_among_winners_of_federal_student_startup_competition/ MAKHACHKALA, October 16 – RIA "Dagestan". SOCIETY <p><b>MAKHACHKALA, October 16 – RIA "Dagestan". </b>Four innovative projects developed by students at Dagestan State University (DSU) have been selected as winners in the seventh round of the federal "Student Startup" competition. The awarded developments span biotechnology, artificial intelligence, environmental education and the preservation of Dagestan linguistic heritage. </p><p>Daniyal Dandamaev (Institute of Ecology and Sustainable Development) was recognized for developing test systems for the effective diagnosis of bovine leukemia. Patimat SheikhMagomedova (Faculty of Biology) presented the "Interactive Zoological Guide to Dagestan", a digital platform showcasing the region's biodiversity. The Faculty of Informatics and Information Technologies secured two victories: Aminat Osmanova with "DagLingo", a gamified AI platform for learning indigenous Dagestani languages and Alimagomed Zagirov with "SmartFlow", an AI-driven service for generating educational courses. </p><p>Prior to their success, all winners participated in DSU’s "Boiling Point" innovation hub programs, including the "From Idea to Prototype" accelerator. DSU Rector Murtazali Rabadanov and Taisia Kasimova, Head of the Department for Innovation Activity and Technology Transfer, emphasized that this achievement validated the university's comprehensive support system for technological entrepreneurship. </p><p>The competition, conducted under the federal "Technologies" project, received 12,600 applications nationwide; the 2,250 winning projects will each receive a RUB 1 million grant to transition from prototype to market-ready product.</p> Fri, 16 Oct 2026 19:01:06 +0300 https://riadagestan.ru/news/society/first_specialized_skate_park_opens_in_makhachkala/ MAKHACHKALA, October 16 – RIA "Dagestan". SOCIETY <p><b>MAKHACHKALA, October 16 – RIA "Dagestan".</b> The first specialized skate park in Dagestan has opened in Makhachkala, at 70 Petra I Avenue. The ground features a modern modular design equipped with professional-grade obstacles, including quarterpipes, a funbox with edges and rails, banks, a flybox, manual pads and a comprehensive skate plaza. </p><p>Designed to accommodate skateboarders, BMX riders and freestyle scooter enthusiasts, the venue provides a structured alternative to unorganized street recreation. </p><p>Acting Youth Affairs Minister Kamil Saidov hailed the new hub as a vital step in giving young people a safe, active alternative to hanging out on the streets. "We want our youth to have more opportunities for sports and self-realization," Saidov noted, predicting the park will quickly become a focal point for new community initiatives. Built through a collaboration between the regional Youth Ministry and the city administration, the project serves a key component of broader campaign in Dagestan to promote healthy lifestyles and substance abuse prevention.</p> Fri, 16 Oct 2026 18:51:15 +0300 https://riadagestan.ru/news/politics/ministry_of_industry_and_trade_of_dagestan_to_help_regional_agricultural_enterprise_enter_federal_retail_networks/ MAKHACHKALA, October 16 – RIA "Dagestan". POLITICS <p><b>MAKHACHKALA, October 16 – RIA "Dagestan". </b>Acting Minister of Industry and Trade of Dagestan Abdula Yusupov, alongside his deputy Magomed Isuev, convened a working meeting with Zagidin Kasumov, Director General of Niva LLC, a rapidly expanding agricultural enterprise specializing in grain and forage crop production. </p><p>The dialogue centered on the company’s strategic growth trajectory, specifically exploring avenues for scaling production and integrating its output into regional and federal retail distribution networks. </p><p>Besides, particular emphasis was placed on structuring targeted state support mechanisms via the Industrial Development Fund, as well as defining the procedural requirements for certifying the products of the enterprise under the official "Brand Dagestan" regional quality mark to strengthen its market positioning.</p> Fri, 16 Oct 2026 17:12:00 +0300 https://riadagestan.ru/news/sport/dagestani_archers_win_medals_at_russian_championship/ MAKHACHKALA, October 16 – RIA "Dagestan". SPORT <p><b>MAKHACHKALA, October 16 – RIA "Dagestan". </b>Dagestani archers claimed multiple podium finishes at the Russian Championship among people with musculoskeletal impairments in Ramenskoye. </p><p>In individual competition, Bariyat Mirzaalieva won silver and Eduard Kildaliev won bronze. The pair of Bariyat Mirzaalieva and Elmira Basirova took bronze in the team recurve bow event, while Anzhela Sultanova and Amina Abdulbekova placed third in the compound bow discipline. </p><p>Eduard Kildaliev, who represented the Paralympic Reserve Sports School of Dagestan's Ministry of Sports, and Murad Dzhamaev of the "Dynamo" Olympic Reserve Sports School added another bronze in the men's team compound bow category.</p> Fri, 16 Oct 2026 15:08:00 +0300 https://riadagestan.ru/news/sport/shara_bullet_to_face_former_ufc_champion_israel_adesanya_at_tournament_in_saudi_arabia/ MAKHACHKALA, October 16 – RIA "Dagestan". SPORT <p><b>MAKHACHKALA, October 16 – RIA "Dagestan". </b>Dagestani mixed martial artist Sharabutdin "Shara Bullet" Magomedov is reportedly in negotiations to face former UFC Middleweight Champion Israel Adesanya. </p><p>While the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) has yet to issue an official confirmation, prominent MMA journalist Ariel Helwani reports that the bout is slated for December 5 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, where it is expected to headline the card. </p><p>The 32-year-old Magomedov enters the potential matchup with a professional record of 17-1, while Adesanya holds a career ledger of 24 wins and 6 losses.</p> Fri, 16 Oct 2026 13:10:00 +0300 https://riadagestan.ru/news/business/dagestan_bank_deposits_fall_by_rub_2_4_billion_in_august/ MAKHACHKALA, October 16 – RIA "Dagestan". BUSINESS <p><b>MAKHACHKALA, October 16 – RIA "Dagestan".</b> Dagestanis pulled RUB 2.4 billion out of their bank accounts in August, the Bank of Russia reports. The withdrawal brings the republic’s total retail deposit volume down to RUB 172.5 billion. Meanwhile, neighboring Stavropol Krai continues to dominate the regional leaderboard, with residents holding a massive RUB 614.5 billion in savings.</p><p>The local dip in Dagestan stands in stark contrast to the broader national picture, where total household deposits across Russia managed a slight 0.2% growth last month, suggesting localized shifts in consumer financial behavior.</p> Fri, 16 Oct 2026 10:44:00 +0300 https://riadagestan.ru/news/business/kurushskaya_hpp_to_become_first_hybrid_storage_small_hydroelectric_power_plant_in_dagestan/ MAKHACHKALA, October 15 – RIA "Dagestan". BUSINESS <p><b>MAKHACHKALA, October 15 – RIA "Dagestan". </b>SamurEnergy JSC, a subsidiary of the EcoEnergy Group, has initiated the transformation of the Kurushskaya Small Hydroelectric Power Plant (HPP) into Russia's first hybrid energy storage small HPP, a modernization that will double its peak capacity to 1 MW. </p><p>Originally commissioned in 1951 to electrify highland settlements with a 480-kW run-of-river capacity, the facility recently underwent a comprehensive capital repair utilizing 3D scanning and reverse engineering, with components manufactured locally in Dagestan. </p><p>The upcoming phase involves integrating a 500-kW battery energy storage system (BESS), power inverters, and a 20-kW solar array directly on-site. </p><p>According to Director General Artur Alibekov, this configuration will convert the plant's baseload generation into dispatchable peak capacity, effectively solving the historical lack of flow regulation in run-of-river facilities without the environmental impact of constructing dams or reservoirs. This pioneering approach, building on the success of the Akhtsakh solar-storage hybrid in Akhtynsky District, aims to redefine the operational flexibility of small hydropower across the Russian Federation.&nbsp;</p> Thu, 15 Oct 2026 19:38:22 +0300 https://riadagestan.ru/news/business/dagestan_intends_to_expand_cooperation_with_magnit/ MAKHACHKALA, October 15 – RIA "Dagestan". BUSINESS <p><b>MAKHACHKALA, October 15 – RIA "Dagestan". </b>Acting Minister of Industry and Trade of the Republic of Dagestan Abdula Yusupov convened an official working meeting with a delegation from Magnit PJSC to address the strategic expansion of the retail network and collaborative supply-chain frameworks within the republic. </p><p>Magnit delegation was represented by Marina Moskalenko, Head of External Communications and Government Relations (GR) and Director for Regional Government Affairs Elena Patkina. </p><p>The agenda prioritized mechanisms for integrating regional producers into the retailer’s federal distribution ecosystem. It was formally noted that PJSC Magnit actively facilitates the federal market access of Dagestani brands, which has contributed to increased production volumes and revenue growth among local enterprises. </p><p>The company currently maintains contractual partnerships with 30 regional suppliers. Having operated in the republic since 2021, PJSC Magnit has established 127 retail outlets to date. Both parties affirmed their mutual commitment to further network expansion and deepening cooperation with the regional entrepreneurial community.</p> Thu, 15 Oct 2026 19:07:30 +0300 https://riadagestan.ru/news/politics/fyodor_shchukin_addresses_deputies_of_regional_parliament_after_being_elected_head_of_dagestan/ MAKHACHKALA, October 15 – RIA "Dagestan". POLITICS <p><b>MAKHACHKALA, October 15 – RIA "Dagestan". </b>Following his election as Head of the Republic of Dagestan, Fyodor Shchukin delivered an inaugural address to the deputies of the People's Assembly, expressing profound gratitude for their trust and acknowledging the immense responsibility toward the residents of all municipalities and rural settlements. </p><p>Shchukin commended his fellow candidates for their expertise and commitment to the region's development, pledging to integrate their proposals into the broader governmental agenda. He extended special thanks to Russian President Vladimir Putin for his confidence, emphasizing the duty to justify this high-level mandate. </p><p>Highlighting the People's Assembly as a vital representative platform for Dagestan’s diverse, multiethnic population across all geographic zones, Shchukin called for unified, non-partisan collaboration between the executive and legislative branches. </p><p>The Head of the Republic affirmed his commitment to regular attendance at sessions of the People's Assembly, commended Speaker Zaur Askenderov for his effective stewardship of the legislative body and summed up by a vow to pour his will, experience and energy into making Dagestan stronger, more stable and a genuinely better place to live for every single resident.&nbsp;</p> Thu, 15 Oct 2026 17:57:00 +0300 https://riadagestan.ru/news/politics/fyodor_shchukin_confirmed_as_dagestan_governor/ MAKHACHKALA, October 15 – RIA "Dagestan". POLITICS <p><b>MAKHACHKALA, October 15 – RIA "Dagestan". </b>On Thursday, October 15, the People's Assembly of the Republic of Dagestan formally elected Fyodor Shchukin as the Head of the Republic. His candidacy was supported by a majority vote of 78 deputies in the regional parliament. </p><p>Chairman of the People's Assembly Zaur Askenderov confirmed that Shchukin was elected to serve a full five-year constitutional term. This legislative ratification marks the culmination of his transitional period, and officially establishes his long-term executive mandate over the region.</p> Thu, 15 Oct 2026 16:52:00 +0300 https://riadagestan.ru/news/sport/six_dagestani_athletes_to_compete_at_two_european_muay_thai_tournaments/ MAKHACHKALA, October 15 – RIA "Dagestan". SPORT <p><b>MAKHACHKALA, October 15 – RIA "Dagestan". </b>Six athletes representing the Republic of Dagestan have been selected for the Russian national Muay Thai squads competing at the European Championship and Junior Championship, scheduled for October 16–26 in Paris, France. </p><p>In the senior adult division, Muhammad Muradisov will contest the up to 75 kg weight class, while Khadzhibeg Dadaev will compete in the up to 86 kg category. </p><p>The U-18 junior roster features three Dagestani representatives: Abdulmalik Usmanov (up to 48 kg), Murad Artyukhov (up to 86 kg), and Sagid Mamaev (up to 91 kg). Additionally, Gasan Amirgaliev will represent the region in the U-16 youth division in the up to 57 kg bracket, underscoring the republic's systemic depth across multiple age demographics.</p> Thu, 15 Oct 2026 16:35:00 +0300 https://riadagestan.ru/news/society/dagestanis_to_take_part_in_xi_international_kremlin_charity_cadet_ball/ MOSCOW, October 15 – RIA "Dagestan". SOCIETY <p><b>MOSCOW, October 15 – RIA "Dagestan". </b>The Republic of Dagestan will participate in the XI International Kremlin Charity Cadet Ball 2026, scheduled for December at the historic Gostiny Dvor in Moscow.</p><p>This large-scale patriotic initiative, aligned with the Year of the Unity of the Peoples of Russia and the Day of Heroes of the Fatherland, is also dedicated to supporting the special military operation. </p><p>Dagestan delegation will comprise cadets from the I.I. Khanbalaev Republican Center of Education and the First Dagestan Cadet Corps named after Colonel-General G.N. Troshev. </p><p>The Head of the Republic Fyodor Shchukin endorsed the initiative, highlighting its vital role in the civic and patriotic education of youth. </p><p>Implemented with the backing of Russian President Vladimir Putin, the project has engaged over 35,000 participants from all Russian regions and youth delegations from 63 allied nations since its inception in 2016.</p> Thu, 15 Oct 2026 16:18:00 +0300 https://riadagestan.ru/news/culture/dagestani_schoolchildren_invited_to_participate_in_all_russian_circus_art_campaign/ MAKHACHKALA, October 15 – RIA "Dagestan". CULTURE <p><b>MAKHACHKALA, October 15 – RIA "Dagestan". </b>Schoolchildren and students of supplementary arts education programs in Dagestan are invited to participate in the all-Russian cultural and educational initiative "The Magic Begins Here!" </p><p>The submission period for the creative competition runs from October 20 to November 20. Designed to foster interest in circus arts and identify emerging youth talent, the campaign features a comprehensive range of performing and artistic categories. </p><p>The "Circus Mastery" track encompasses Specialty Acts (illusion, manipulation, and prop work), Aerial Arts, Juggling, Clowning, Sports Acrobatics and Animal Training (featuring small animals). The "Creative Works" track includes Visual Arts (original poster design) and Performance Reviews (literary essays or critiques of circus shows). </p><p>Applicants must upload their materials to an open-access cloud storage service (Mail.ru Cloud is recommended) and complete the registration form via their user dashboard on the "Culture for Schoolchildren" (Kulturadlyashkolnikov.RF) portal. Individual participants are limited to one submission, while educators may submit ensemble entries. </p><p>An expert jury will select approximately 100 top submissions nationwide, with the official list of laureates to be published on the project’s website on December 8, 2026. The initiative is jointly organized by the Ministries of Culture and Education of the Russian Federation, ROSKULTPROEKT and the Russian Cultural Foundation.</p> Thu, 15 Oct 2026 15:32:00 +0300 https://riadagestan.ru/news/society/dagestan_ranks_5th_among_russian_regions_with_lowest_smoking_rates/ MAKHACHKALA, October 14 – RIA "Dagestan". SOCIETY <p><b>MAKHACHKALA, October 14 – RIA "Dagestan". </b>September 2026 epidemiological data from the Russian Public Health Ministry confirms position of Dagestan as the fifth-lowest smoking region nationally, with an adult (18+) prevalence rate of 8.81%. </p><p>The top decile is characterized by pronounced geographic clustering: four of the ten lowest-prevalence federal subjects belong to the North Caucasian Federal District, led by the Chechen Republic (0.28%), followed by Ingushetia (5.94%) and North Ossetia–Alania (10.19%). </p><p>Krasnodar Krai (4.51%) and Tuva (6.26%) represent non-Caucasian exceptions within this cohort. The remaining positions are held by Yamalo-Nenets AO, Mordovia and Chuvashia. Longitudinal analysis indicates structural stability in this ranking over multiple annual cycles, reflecting persistent sociocultural determinants of tobacco use: national republics maintain suppressed consumption norms, whereas Siberian and Far Eastern regions exhibit elevated prevalence rates, suggesting divergent regional risk profiles requiring differentiated intervention strategies.</p> Wed, 14 Oct 2026 20:54:15 +0300 https://riadagestan.ru/news/society/dagestan_surgeons_remove_25_kilogram_breast_tumor_from_patient_in_life_threatening_condition/ MAKHACHKALA, October 14 – RIA "Dagestan". SOCIETY <p><b>MAKHACHKALA, October 14 – RIA "Dagestan". </b>Surgeons at the Republican Oncology Center successfully performed a complex resection of a 25-kilogram breast neoplasm from a 55-year-old patient referred from an adjacent region. </p><p>The tumor, which had progressed unchecked for two years due to delayed medical consultation, exhibited necrotic decay causing severe hemorrhagic anemia. </p><p>After her home region refused to perform surgery because of prohibitive risks, the patient arrived in Dagestan in critical condition. Upon admission in critical status, the patient underwent rapid hematologic stabilization via transfusion protocols. Surgical execution faced significant technical challenges, specifically extensive neovascularization and fixed attachment to the chest wall. Through precise tissue plane dissection, the surgical team achieved complete resection while preserving the intercostobrachial neurovascular bundle, thus maintaining intact limb motor function and avoiding iatrogenic neurological injury.</p><p>Post-operative staging via CT imaging of the thorax, abdomen and pelvis revealed no distant metastases or lymphadenopathy. The patient is currently recovering satisfactorily under observation, with a favorable prognosis pending final histopathological analysis to determine adjuvant treatment strategies.</p> Wed, 14 Oct 2026 20:27:57 +0300 https://riadagestan.ru/news/society/dagestan_state_university_celebrates_95th_anniversary_with_grand_event_in_makhachkala/ MAKHACHKALA, October 14 – RIA "Dagestan". SOCIETY <p><b>MAKHACHKALA, October 14 – RIA "Dagestan". </b>The 95th anniversary of Dagestan State University (DSU), marked by a ceremonial gathering in Makhachkala attended by regional governor Fyodor Shchukin, served as an occasion to assess the institution’s developmental trajectory and regional impact. </p><p>Founded in 1931, DSU has produced over 150,000 graduates and now operates with an enrollment exceeding 18,000 students taught by approximately 800 pedagogues, solidifying its position as a premier higher education provider across the Northern Caucasus. </p><p>Rector Murtazali Rabadanov framed the anniversary as a testament to sustained institutional growth. Acting Head Shchukin’s address linked educational attainment to broader socio-civic formation, awarding honors to pedagogical staff and exhorting students to align academic pursuits with ambitious career objectives. </p><p>Endorsements from external stakeholders—including Lomonosov MSU Rector Viktor Sadovnichy and Makhachkala Mayor Dzhambulat Salavov—underscored DSU’s integration within national academic networks and local governance structures, reinforcing its dual role as an educational engine and cultural anchor.</p> Wed, 14 Oct 2026 20:01:00 +0300 https://riadagestan.ru/news/society/dagestan_students_named_laureates_at_memory_is_alive_forum/ MAKHACHKALA, October 14 – RIA "Dagestan". SOCIETY <p><b>MAKHACHKALA, October 14 – RIA "Dagestan". </b>A team of local history researchers from the TOKS detachment of Gymnasium No. 35 in Makhachkala has been recognized as a laureate of the All-Russian School Museums Competition, held in Moscow Region under the auspices of the Russian "Znanie" Society and the Ministry of Education of the Russian Federation. </p><p>The competition, which formed part of the "Memory is Alive" forum for activists aged 14–17 and their mentors, selected 70 winners from educational institutions across 44 regions. </p><p>Dagestan delegation presented their school museum under the thematic banner "The museum is the keeper of history and history is the memory of the people" detailing its archival activities and the regional impact of the Youth Tourist Search Detachment (TOKS) movement. </p><p>Their presentation received high commendation from Zurbek Basiti, Deputy Head of the Main Staff of "YUNARMIYA". Over three days, participants engaged with experts in museum pedagogy, visited the Patriot Park Center, met Hero of Russia Vladislav Golovin and toured national museums virtually. </p><p>Winners were awarded equipment grants to enhance their institutional resources, fulfilling presidential directives on preserving historical memory through youth engagement.</p> Wed, 14 Oct 2026 20:00:00 +0300 https://riadagestan.ru/news/politics/tax_revenues_to_local_budgets_in_dagestan_grow_by_9/ MAKHACHKALA, October 14 – RIA "Dagestan". POLITICS <p><b>MAKHACHKALA, October 14 – RIA "Dagestan".</b> On October 14, the Directorate of the Federal Tax Service (FTS) across the Republic of Dagestan convened a seminar-meeting with heads of municipal formations and city districts to coordinate efforts on increasing local budget revenues. </p><p>Acting Head Omar Omarov reported that over the first nine months of 2026, local budgets received RUB 14.8 billion, achieving 109% of planned indicators and representing a 17% year-on-year growth (an increase of over RUB 2 billion). </p><p>The session featured presentations by FTS divisions on tax arrears collection, legalization of unregistered entrepreneurial activity, cash register compliance and enhanced interdepartmental interaction via the System of Interdepartmental Electronic Interaction. </p><p>Participants emphasized the role of digital tools in analyzing revenue discrepancies and agreed to strengthen cooperation across all operational areas, specifically targeting debt reduction, identification of shadow businesses and improved mobilization efficiency for municipal finances.</p> Wed, 14 Oct 2026 19:11:00 +0300 https://riadagestan.ru/news/culture/dagestan_hosts_ix_russian_stage_festival/ MAKHACHKALA, October 14 – RIA "Dagestan". CULTURE <p><b>MAKHACHKALA, October 14 – RIA "Dagestan".</b> The IX All-Russian Theater Festival "Russian Stage", held on October 5–13 in Dagestan as part of the Year of the Unity of the Peoples of Russia, has officially finished. The event featured 14 creative ensembles from Kazan, Mariupol, Ufa, Elista, Donetsk, Adygea, Ingushetia, Moscow, North Ossetia and Dagestan, under the artistic direction of Honored Art Worker Skandarbek Tulparov. </p><p>At the closing ceremony, Acting Minister of Culture Zarema Butaeva characterized the festival as a significant platform for professional dialogue and cultural exchange, emphasizing its role as a symbol of the unifying power of Russian culture and language within the republic’s multiethnic theatrical landscape. </p><p>The jury, chaired by Dr. Elena Dunaeva, Professor of Art History and laureate of the "Theatrical Novel" prize, evaluated competitive performances alongside master classes led by distinguished guests: People’s Artist Evgeny Knyazev, Honored Artist Mikhail Morozov and Honored Cultural Worker Maria Ossovskaya.</p> Wed, 14 Oct 2026 18:34:00 +0300 https://riadagestan.ru/news/sport/sharabutdin_ataev_to_fight_for_interim_wba_title/ MAKHACHKALA, October 14 – RIA "Dagestan". SPORT <p><b>MAKHACHKALA, October 14 – RIA "Dagestan".</b> The upcoming WBA interim title bout on December 12 in Yekaterinburg presents a statistically compelling matchup between two undefeated fighters: Sharabutdin Ataev (10-0, 5 KOs) and reigning interim champion Albert Ramirez (23-0, 19 KOs). </p><p>While Ataev maintains a flawless record, Ramirez brings significantly greater experience and a higher finishing rate (82% KO ratio vs. Ataev’s 50%), suggesting a potential power differential despite both fighters’ unblemished ledgers. </p><p>The 34-year-old Venezuelan’s volume of professional rounds serves as a key variable against the younger Dagestani prospect. This contest anchors the undercard of a major event featuring WBO light heavyweight champion Dmitry Bivol versus mandatory challenger Callum Smith, positioning the interim title fight as a critical benchmark for contender status within the division.</p> Wed, 14 Oct 2026 17:58:00 +0300