https://riadagestan.ru https://riadagestan.ru/images/logo 100x100.png http://riadagestan.ru/images/logo 180x180.png.png Tue, 21 Jul 2026 04:10:13 +0300 60 https://riadagestan.ru/news/society/timur_baibulatov_from_dagestan_state_agrarian_university_to_receive_rub_1_million_for_development_of_his_scientific_project/ MAKHACHKALA, July 20 – RIA "Dagestan". SOCIETY <p><b>MAKHACHKALA, July 20 – RIA "Dagestan". </b>Timur Baibulatov, a postgraduate student at Dagestan State Agrarian University, has won the national "Student Startup" competition in the Biotechnologies category for his innovative potato harvesting technology. </p><p>His project, "Creation and Implementation of an Improved Design of a Bar Plowshare Ensuring Resource Conservation and Increased Productivity" aims to boost machine efficiency, cut fuel consumption and reduce tuber damage. </p><p>Baibulatov estimates the technology could yield economic benefits of RUB 18,000–20,000 per hectare from reduced spoilage and up to RUB 35,000 from lower losses. Established by the Ministry of Science and Higher Education in 2022 and organized by the Foundation for Assistance to Innovations, the 2026 contest spanned seven priority areas; Baibulatov is among 2,200 winners from over 300 universities who will each receive RUB 1 million to implement their projects in line with national technological development goals.</p> Mon, 20 Jul 2026 15:08:37 +0300 https://riadagestan.ru/news/politics/acting_head_of_dagestan_announces_new_initiative_to_attract_young_specialists/ MAKHACHKALA, July 20 – RIA "Dagestan". POLITICS <p><b>MAKHACHKALA, July 20 – RIA "Dagestan".</b> Acting Head of Dagestan Fyodor Shchukin announced the launch of a "Team Dagestan" new personnel program, during a meeting with top-performing graduates of the state final examinations and the All-Russian Olympiad of Schoolchildren. </p><p>The top official encouraged students to pursue higher education and gain experience before returning to home region. Emphasizing the republic's need for bold ideas and passionate specialists, Shchukin explained that the program is designed for those ready to solve real problems and improve life in their homeland, welcoming both local students and those studying elsewhere. </p><p>All attendees received a symbolic "Team Dagestan" T-shirt as a token of this initiative.</p> Mon, 20 Jul 2026 14:46:25 +0300 https://riadagestan.ru/news/sport/dagestani_wrestler_to_represent_russia_at_world_championship/ MAKHACHKALA, July 20 – RIA "Dagestan". SPORT <p><b>MAKHACHKALA, July 20 – RIA "Dagestan".</b> Soltan Yusupov has been included in the Russian national Greco-Roman wrestling team (U-17) for participation in the туче World Championship.&nbsp;The international event will take place from July 27 to August 2 in Baku. The Dagestani will compete as part of the Russian team in the weight category up to 48 kg.</p><p>Last year, Yusupov won the gold medal at the European Championship. Coached by Nurmagomed Nurmagomedov, the athlete represents the "Khalimbekaul" sports school based in Buynaksky District.</p> Mon, 20 Jul 2026 14:42:08 +0300 https://riadagestan.ru/news/sport/dagestani_para_table_tennis_player_wins_international_tournament_in_thailand/ MAKHACHKALA, July 20 – RIA "Dagestan". SPORT <p><b>MAKHACHKALA, July 20 – RIA "Dagestan". </b>Dagestani athlete Omar Musaev has won gold at the ITTF World Para Future Nakhon Ratchasima-2026 international table tennis tournament for athletes with musculoskeletal impairments. </p><p>Held in Thailand, the event featured over 260 competitors from 37 countries. Musaev, a trainee at Makhachkala Sports Adaptive School, claimed victory in the mixed doubles XD22 class alongside partner Victoria Minaeva. </p><p>This success secures their place on the Russian national team for the upcoming World Table Tennis Championships for athletes with disabilities.</p> Mon, 20 Jul 2026 12:59:00 +0300 https://riadagestan.ru/news/business/dagestan_ranks_84th_in_mortgage_activity_rating/ MAKHACHKALA, July 20 – RIA "Dagestan". BUSINESS <p><b>MAKHACHKALA, July 20 – RIA "Dagestan". </b>Dagestan’s housing loan market shrank by 13.2% in the first five months of 2026 relative to 2025, positioning it as one of the least dynamic in the Northern Caucasus, behind only Chechnya and Ingushetia. </p><p>Per RIA Novosti’s annual mortgage rating, the republic placed 84th out of 85 regions with 3.6 loans per thousand economically active residents (June 2025–May 2026), narrowly avoiding last place. </p><p>Nevertheless, the average loan values stayed strong at RUB 4 million (Jan–May 2026), aligning with Stavropol Krai and substantially surpassing the much lower averages seen in Chechnya and Ingushetia.</p> Mon, 20 Jul 2026 12:51:00 +0300 https://riadagestan.ru/news/sport/dagestani_shamil_musaev_to_fight_for_pfl_championship_belt/ MAKHACHKALA, July 20 – RIA "Dagestan". SPORT <p><b>MAKHACHKALA, July 20 – RIA "Dagestan". </b>On the night of July 26 (Moscow time), Dagestani Shamil Musaev will face undefeated American Ted Jin for the vacant PFL welterweight title in Washington, USA. This high-stakes matchup features Musaev, who holds a record of 20-1-1, against Jin, an unbeaten prospect with an 11-0 mark. The winner will be crowned the organization's new welterweight champion.</p> Mon, 20 Jul 2026 10:54:00 +0300 https://riadagestan.ru/news/sport/dagestani_track_and_field_athletes_win_34_medals_at_russian_championship_for_blind_sports/ CHELYABINSK, July 20 – RIA "Dagestan". SPORT <p><b>CHELYABINSK, July 20 – RIA "Dagestan". </b>Dagestan combined team delivered an outstanding performance at the Russian Championship for Blind Sports (track and field) in Chelyabinsk, winning a total of 34 medals: 16 gold, 11 silver, and 7 bronze.</p><p>Anastasia Ogneva led the team as a four-time Russian champion, while Alexander Sorokin claimed three golds. Dmitry Alexandrov, Rasul Madaev, and Alexander Dormidontov each earned two titles, with Magomed Makasharipov, Idris Gamzaev and Aslan Kazimagomedov also becoming champions. </p><p>Silver and bronze honors were awarded to Zainab Magomedova, Murad Ibragimov, Zapir Magomedrasulov, Nukh Salikhov, Magomedzakir Magomedov, Yusup Rasulov, Shamil Gazimagomedov, Shamil Aliyev, Svyatoslav Evgrafov and Gamzat Vakilov.</p> Mon, 20 Jul 2026 09:59:00 +0300 https://riadagestan.ru/news/sport/dagestani_wrestler_wins_tournament_in_budapest/ BUDAPEST, July 20 – RIA "Dagestan". SPORT <p><b>BUDAPEST, July 20 – RIA "Dagestan". </b>Dinislam Bammatov claimed gold in the 67 kg Greco-Roman category at the UWW international ranking tournament in Budapest, defeating Egypt’s Mohamed Abdelrehim in the final. Fellow Dagestani wrestler Milad Alirzaev also reached the podium for the Russian national team, winning silver in the 87 kg division.</p> Mon, 20 Jul 2026 06:10:00 +0300 https://riadagestan.ru/news/sport/olympic_champion_magomed_ramazanov_makes_victorious_debut_in_raf/ MILWAUKEE, July 20 – RIA "Dagestan". SPORT <p><b>MILWAUKEE, July 20 – RIA "Dagestan". </b>Olympic freestyle wrestling champion Magomed Ramazanov made a successful debut in the American Real Freestyle (RAF) league by defeating Aioden Sinclair 6-3 at a tournament in Milwaukee, USA. Competing in the 86 kg weight class, Ramazanov secured victory in his first appearance for the organization.</p> Mon, 20 Jul 2026 06:00:00 +0300 https://riadagestan.ru/news/sport/ruslan_satiev_prevails_over_previously_undefeated_opponent_at_one_championship_event/ BANGKOK, July 20 – RIA "Dagestan". SPORT <p><b>BANGKOK, July 20 – RIA "Dagestan". </b>Dagestani MMA fighter Ruslan Satiev kept his perfect record intact at 7-0 with a unanimous decision win over Uzbekistan’s Sanzhar Zakirov at the ONE Championship event in Bangkok. The three-round bout resulted in Zakirov’s first professional loss, ending his previously unblemished 16-0 streak.</p> Mon, 20 Jul 2026 05:04:00 +0300 https://riadagestan.ru/news/business/dagestan_maintains_growth_in_private_housing_construction_amid_nationwide_decline/ MAKHACHKALA, July 17 – RIA "Dagestan". BUSINESS <p><b>MAKHACHKALA, July 17 – RIA "Dagestan".</b> In H1 2026, Dagestan emerged as one of only 13 regions in Russia with expanding individual housing construction, per Cian analytics. The republic completed 892,000 sq m of housing (+15% YoY), driven by a 32% surge in private home builds. </p><p>This growth contrasts sharply with national trends, as regions like Tuva (−83%) and Moscow (−56%) saw major contractions. Chechnya, Samara, and Vladimir also posted gains. Notably, the top ten regions—including Dagestan, Bashkortostan and Rostov—continue to concentrate nearly half (46%) of all new private housing in Russia, consistent with 2025 levels.</p> Fri, 17 Jul 2026 19:38:59 +0300 https://riadagestan.ru/news/society/event_management_becomes_one_of_most_in_demand_sectors_in_dagestan/ MAKHACHKALA, July 17 – RIA "Dagestan". SOCIETY <p><b>MAKHACHKALA, July 17 – RIA "Dagestan". </b>During the first five months of 2026, Dagestan’s event management sector recorded the largest expansion in job openings, rising 159% compared to January–May 2025, according to Avito Jobs and PEC. </p><p>It also led in salaries, with an average monthly offer of RUB 89,062. Household and personal services came in second with 107% growth and an average salary of RUB 67,964, followed by retail and wholesale trade at +17% growth and RUB 67,661 on average.</p> Fri, 17 Jul 2026 19:36:40 +0300 https://riadagestan.ru/news/sport/dagestani_powerlifters_successfully_perform_at_prestigious_tournament_in_moscow/ MAKHACHKALA, July 17 – RIA "Dagestan". SPORT <p><b>MAKHACHKALA, July 17 – RIA "Dagestan". </b>Dagestani powerlifters claimed multiple medals at the Nikolai Kagansky Memorial Cup, held within the "Pride Sport Fest" strength sports festival in Moscow under WPFP and WRPF federations. </p><p>Shamil Dzhangulaev (Khasavyurt) won gold and set an Asian record in strict bicep curl (87.5 kg) in the 82.5 kg category. Khalid Kakharov (Khasavyurt) took silver in bench press with a new Dagestan record of 195 kg in the same weight class. </p><p>Heavyweight Dalgat Khanbabaev (Kurush) earned bronze in deadlift (350 kg) and set a Russian bench press record (245 kg), though he did not place in the classic three-lift powerlifting event.</p> Fri, 17 Jul 2026 18:41:00 +0300 https://riadagestan.ru/news/politics/dagestan_to_become_main_platform_for_interethnic_and_religious_dialogue_this_autumn/ MAKHACHKALA, July 17 – RIA "Dagestan". POLITICS <p><b>MAKHACHKALA, July 17 – RIA "Dagestan". </b>As to Acting Minister for National Policy and Religious Affairs Temirlan Abutalimov, Dagestan gets prepared to host a big international interfaith youth forum in October 2026. </p><p>The event is expected to draw participants from at least ten constituent entities of the Russian Federation, including representatives from the new regions. </p><p>Abutalimov made clear that the event centered on young people, with faith representatives from three religions contributing their personal experiences and offering mentorship to the younger generation.</p><p>Bisides, September and October will host multiple significant events: an Interregional Conference of Executive Authorities responsible for state national policy (September 7–9), alongside the forums "The Wisdom of Generations in the Unity of Russia" and "The Future of Russia is in the Hands of Mothers".</p><p>On October 20 - 24, the republic will also serve as the platform for the International Forum of Compatriots Living Abroad and the respected interethnic harmony forum "Russian Caucasus".</p><p>Furthermore, a new grant program developed by the Center for Civic Initiatives under the Ministry has been introduced to support non-profit and youth organizations; it specifically funds creative, modern projects aimed at preventing radical ideologies, with priority given to initiatives that strengthen interethnic and interfaith harmony and promote societal rejection of religious radicalism, extremism and xenophobia.</p> Fri, 17 Jul 2026 16:32:00 +0300 https://riadagestan.ru/news/business/over_10_million_kutum_fry_released_into_caspian_sea/ MAKHACHKALA, July 17 – RIA "Dagestan". BUSINESS <p><b>MAKHACHKALA, July 17 – RIA "Dagestan". </b>Over 10 million kutum fry have been released into Sulak Bay in the Caspian Sea, exceeding the state target of 9 million, the North Caucasian Territorial Directorate of the Federal Fisheries Agency reports.</p><p>Raised at Mekhteb Fish Hatchery under "Glavrybvod" each juvenile averaged two grams in weight. Favorable conditions—including moderate temperatures, ample rainfall, and abundant food—allowed production to surpass expectations, with unofficial estimates suggesting up to 12 million fish were stocked. </p><p>The release was strictly monitored by agency staff. As an endemic Caspian species threatened by poaching, habitat loss, and sea-level changes, every additional fry represents a vital step toward preserving this unique population.</p> Fri, 17 Jul 2026 15:23:00 +0300 https://riadagestan.ru/news/sport/dagestani_sanda_fighters_win_russian_students_spartakiad/ KAZAN, July 17 – RIA "Dagestan". SPORT <p><b>KAZAN, July 17 – RIA "Dagestan".</b> Dagestan’s wushu-sanda team claimed three gold medals at the Russian Students' Spartakiad finals in Kazan. The regional Ministry of Sports confirmed that Khalid Magomedov (48 kg), Muhammad Salamov (52 kg) and Muhammad Magomedov (60 kg) each secured first place in their respective weight categories. Fellow Dagestani athlete Ali Amiraliev (56 kg) also competed in the tournament but fell short of the podium.</p> Fri, 17 Jul 2026 12:20:00 +0300 https://riadagestan.ru/news/sport/dagestani_footballers_to_play_in_white_nights_all_russian_rfu_tournament/ SAINT PETERSBURG, July 17 – RIA "Dagestan". SPORT <p><b>SAINT PETERSBURG, July 17 – RIA "Dagestan".</b> The final stage of the All-Russian "White Nights" 6x6 tournament kicks off today in St. Petersburg with Dagestan’s "Fahrenheit NFL" among the 48 participating teams. </p><p>Divided into 16 groups, the Dagestanis are scheduled to face Sokol (Udmurtia) and Mandzhikiny (Kalmykia). Their berth in this national finals was earned by topping the regional selection event held in June.</p> Fri, 17 Jul 2026 11:23:00 +0300 https://riadagestan.ru/news/sport/dagestani_weightlifters_to_compete_in_moscow_tournament/ MAKHACHKALA, July 17 – RIA Dagestan. SPORT <p><b>MAKHACHKALA, July 17 – RIA Dagestan. </b>Dagestan youth weightlifting team, comprising 19 athletes coached by Elmurzaev, Temirbekov, Nazirov, Zakaryaev, Biybolatov and Aliev, heads to Moscow for the "Path to Olympus" tournament (July 23–26). Mansur&nbsp;Elmurzaev noted that only host city Moscow is expected to field a similarly large team. Notably, 10-year-old Amina Migadova (trainee of Nazirov) will make history as the youngest female lifter ever to represent Dagestan at this event; she turns 11 next month.&nbsp;</p><p>Success at this competition is widely regarded as a key pathway to earning spots on the national youth championship roster.</p> Fri, 17 Jul 2026 11:15:00 +0300 https://riadagestan.ru/news/sport/akhmed_tazhudinov_wins_uww_ranking_tournament_in_budapest/ BUDAPEST, July 17 – RIA Dagestan. SPORT <p><b>BUDAPEST, July 17 – RIA Dagestan. </b>Olympic champion Akhmed Tazhudinov, representing Bahrain, claimed gold in the 97 kg category at the UWW ranking tournament in Budapest. </p><p>Dagestan-born wrestler dominated early rounds with technical superiority wins over Ukraine’s Ivan Prymachenko (10-0), France’s Adlan Viskhanov (12-0) and Poland’s Zbigniew Baranowski (10-0 by pin). In a dramatic final against Slovakia’s Batyrbek Tsakulov—a World and European medalist—Tazhudinov trailed late but scored a four-point throw and counterattack to win 13-7 with 25 seconds remaining. </p><p>Fellow Dagestani Dzhabrail Gadzhiev took silver at 79 kg. While Russian freestyle wrestlers are absent from this event, Russia is represented in Greco-Roman and women’s competitions.</p> Fri, 17 Jul 2026 11:09:00 +0300 https://riadagestan.ru/news/sport/ankalaev_and_two_other_dagestanis_to_compete_at_july_ufc_event/ MAKHACHKALA, July 16 – RIA "Dagestan". SPORT <p><b>MAKHACHKALA, July 16 – RIA "Dagestan". </b>On July 25, three representatives of Dagestan will take part in the UFC tournament in Abu Dhabi. Magomed Ankalaev headlines the event in a light heavyweight matchup versus Uzbekistan’s Bogdan Guskov. Fellow Dagestani lightweight Magomed Zainukov makes his UFC debut on the main card against Poland's Damian Żepiecki. Meanwhile, heavyweight Rizvan Kuniev enters his third fight with the promotion against American opponent Tyrell Fortune.</p> Thu, 16 Jul 2026 21:06:11 +0300 https://riadagestan.ru/news/politics/parliaments_of_dagestan_and_primorye_sign_agreement_on_interparliamentary_cooperation/ MAKHACHKALA, July 16 – RIA "Dagestan". POLITICS <p><b>MAKHACHKALA, July 16 – RIA "Dagestan". </b>Dagestan and Primorsky Krai have formalized interparliamentary cooperation through an agreement signed by People’s Assembly Chairman Zaur Askenderov and Legislative Assembly Speaker Anton Voloshko, with Deputy Speaker Dzhambulat Tekiev also in attendance. </p><p>The document establishes a framework for strengthening ties, exchanging legislative best practices and implementing joint initiatives to enhance public welfare.</p><p>Askenderov underscored the symbolic significance of linking Russia’s geographic extremes and the practical value of horizontal parliamentary collaboration for sharing innovative governance tools. Voloshko thanked his counterparts for their receptiveness, citing Dagestan’s legislative expertise as especially relevant before major elections. The official talks ended with a mutual gift exchange showcasing each region’s cultural traditions.</p> Thu, 16 Jul 2026 20:53:34 +0300 https://riadagestan.ru/news/sport/shamil_gaziev_to_return_to_ufc_octagon_on_august_22/ MAKHACHKALA, July 16 – RIA "Dagestan". SPORT <p><b>MAKHACHKALA, July 16 – RIA "Dagestan".</b> Dagestani UFC heavyweight Shamil Gaziev, representing Bahrain, is scheduled to face American fighter Kennedy Nzechukwu on August 22 at a UFC event in Sacramento, USA. This will mark Gaziev’s sixth appearance in the promotion, where he currently holds a record of three wins and two losses, having dropped his last two bouts. His opponent, Nzechukwu, also enters the contest seeking to rebound from two consecutive defeats.</p> Thu, 16 Jul 2026 18:08:00 +0300 https://riadagestan.ru/news/sport/dagestani_greco_roman_wrestlers_to_represent_russia_at_tournament_in_hungary/ MAKHACHKALA, July 16 – RIA "Dagestan". SPORT <p><b>MAKHACHKALA, July 16 – RIA "Dagestan". </b>Russia’s Greco-Roman wrestling lineup for the Budapest ranking tournament features Dagestan’s Gamzat Gadzhiev (82 kg) and Milad Alirzaev (87 kg) as official regional representatives. The national team also includes two more athletes of Dagestani origin—Anvar Yallakhyarov (60 kg) and Dinislam Bammatov (67 kg)—who compete via other regions. The competition in Hungary runs from July 17 to 19 and serves as a key international ranking event.</p> Thu, 16 Jul 2026 18:01:00 +0300 https://riadagestan.ru/news/culture/aul_kubachi_recognized_as_best_place_of_traditional_folk_crafts_in_russia/ MOSCOW, July 14 – RIA "Dagestan". CULTURE <p><b>MOSCOW, July 14 – RIA "Dagestan". </b>Kubachi Art Combine has been named a laureate of the 1st National Prize of the Russian Federation in the field of folk arts and crafts, winning the "Best Place of Traditional Existence of Folk Arts and Crafts" nomination.</p><p>The award was presented at the Federation Council by Chairperson Valentina Matvienko and Minister of Industry and Trade Anton Alikhanov, with Acting Minister for Tourism and Folk Arts and Crafts of Dagestan Emin Merdanov in attendance. </p><p>This federal recognition affirms Kubachi’s status as a premier center of artistic metalworking and supports its tourism potential. Matvienko underlined the big role of such enterprises in preserving cultural heritage, creating jobs and driving regional development. </p><p>Kubachi, officially designated a place of traditional existence by republican decree in February 2026, outperformed 12 other finalists. Combine Director Murad Gadzhiyakhyaev called the win a major stimulus for future growth, while the prize itself, established in May 2026, aims to support and popularize traditional crafts nationwide across ten nominations.</p> Thu, 16 Jul 2026 16:57:00 +0300 https://riadagestan.ru/news/business/aerial_treatment_against_locusts_carried_out_on_4_000_hectares_of_farmland_in_dagestan/ MAKHACHKALA, July 16 – RIA "Dagestan". BUSINESS <p><b>MAKHACHKALA, July 16 – RIA "Dagestan". </b>According to Dagestan branch of the Russian Agricultural Center, aerial locust control measures have reached 4,000 hectares, resulting in a combined treated area of 44,197 hectares—split between 34,646 hectares for larvae and 9,551 hectares for adults. </p><p>Ground applications span 40,147 hectares, supplemented by 4,050 hectares of aerial intervention. Monitoring efforts encompass 251,400 hectares, with larval surveys on 127,400 hectares detecting severe infestations on 65,800 hectares (average density 12/m², reaching 150/m² in Kizlyarsky’s Tushilovka) and adult surveys on 45,800 hectares finding infestations on 12,700 hectares (average 8.4/m², peaking at 50/m² in Tarumovsky’s Tushilovka). </p><p>Biologically, Moroccan locusts continue oviposition amid declining adult numbers, while Asian locusts sustain flight activity in natural outbreak zones. </p><p>Significantly, zero crop damage has been recorded. Cooperative border checks with Stavropol and Kalmykia counterparts verified initial Moroccan larval emergence in shared territories, notably Tarumovsky District. Anticipated developments include continued dispersal of Asian locust adults within established foci during the coming week.</p> Thu, 16 Jul 2026 15:09:00 +0300 https://riadagestan.ru/news/sport/shamil_mamedov_wins_wrestling_tournament_in_hungary/ MAKHACHKALA, July 16 – RIA "Dagestan". SPORT <p>MAKHACHKALA, July 16 – RIA "Dagestan". World freestyle wrestling medalist Shamil Mamedov, now representing Bulgaria, claimed gold in the 65 kg category at the international ranking tournament in Budapest. Dagestan native dominated all five of his bouts, finishing each early with a cumulative score of 53:1, including a decisive 12:0 victory over Iran’s Abbas Ebrahimzadeh in the final. </p><p>He was one of two Dagestani wrestlers to reach the podium; Murad Kuramagomedov, competing for Hungary, won bronze in the 74 kg division. Day two in Budapest sees more Dagestani athletes chasing medals.</p> Thu, 16 Jul 2026 13:20:00 +0300 https://riadagestan.ru/news/business/pjsc_rosseti_northern_caucasus_to_invest_over_rub_1_7_billion_in_preparing_dagestan_s_power_grids_for_winter/ MAKHACHKALA, July 16 – RIA "Dagestan". BUSINESS <p><b>MAKHACHKALA, July 16 – RIA "Dagestan". </b>In preparation for the 2026–2027 autumn-winter season, power engineers in Dagestan prioritize grid resilience with RUB 1.74 billion invested in maintenance and flood-resistant infrastructure. </p><p>After addressing spring flood consequences (March 28 – April 6, 2026), 97% of repairs were completed by mid-year. The modernization program has reconstructed seventeen 35–110 kV substations, three transmission lines and procured fifteen modern transformer units. </p><p>To prevent future flood damage, the "Primorskaya" and "Makhachkala" 110 kV substations will be rebuilt with elevated equipment designs, while immediate attention focuses on replacing cables at the 110 kV "Novaya" substation following last year's reliability issues.</p> Thu, 16 Jul 2026 11:30:00 +0300 https://riadagestan.ru/news/business/dagestan_s_tourism_tax_revenues_surge_to_rub_16_7_million/ MAKHACHKALA, July 15 – RIA "Dagestan". BUSINESS <p><b>MAKHACHKALA, July 15 – RIA "Dagestan".</b> Tourism tax revenues in Dagestan have reached RUB 16.7 million since January, marking a more than threefold increase compared to the same timeframe in 2025. </p><p>The tax was originally introduced last year in six municipalities—Makhachkala, Kaspiysk, Kizilyurt, Izberbash, Derbent and Dagestanskiye Ogni—as well as in 22 municipal districts. This year, its coverage has expanded to include Buynaksk and Kizlyar, plus seven districts: Akushinsky, Babayurtovsky, Buynaksky, Gergebilsky, Rutulsky, Khivsky, and Tsumadinsky. </p><p>All revenue flows into the budgets of the municipalities where the guesthouses and hotels are situated and can be earmarked for tourism and urban infrastructure development. The tourism tax cap is 2% as of 1 January 2026.</p> Wed, 15 Jul 2026 19:10:06 +0300 https://riadagestan.ru/news/sport/shamil_mamedov_to_compete_for_gold_at_ranking_tournament_in_budapest/ MAKHACHKALA, July 15 – RIA "Dagestan". SPORT <p><b>MAKHACHKALA, July 15 – RIA "Dagestan".</b> Dagestan-born wrestler Shamil Mamedov, now representing Bulgaria, has advanced to the 65 kg final at the ranking tournament in Budapest after a dominant run of victories. He defeated China’s Xuexiang (10:0), Kazakhstan’s Adil Ospanov (11:1), Nachyn Kuular (10:0), and India’s Kumar Mohit (10:0), with all matches ending before time limit. Mamedov will face Iran’s Abbas Ebrahimzadeh for the gold medal and was the only athlete from Dagestan to reach final on the opening day of competition.</p> Wed, 15 Jul 2026 18:55:25 +0300 https://riadagestan.ru/news/business/dagestan_harvests_around_55_000_tons_of_winter_grain_crops/ MAKHACHKALA, July 15 – RIA "Dagestan". BUSINESS <p><b>MAKHACHKALA, July 15 – RIA "Dagestan". </b>Winter grain harvesting in Dagestan is in full swing, with 20,800 hectares already covered. The regional Ministry of Agriculture states that an average yield of 26.5 centners per hectare has delivered a gross harvest of 55,300 tons to date. The overall area sown with winter crops this season makes over 80,000 hectares. The top-performing areas by volume of grain harvested are Khasavyurtovsky, Kizlyarsky and Nogaysky municipal districts.</p> Wed, 15 Jul 2026 18:52:18 +0300 https://riadagestan.ru/news/politics/yuri_chaika_holds_working_meeting_with_fyodor_shchukin/ MAKHACHKALA, July 15 – RIA "Dagestan". POLITICS <p><b>MAKHACHKALA, July 15 – RIA "Dagestan".</b> Presidential Plenipotentiary Envoy to the North Caucasian Federal District Yuri Chaika has met with the Acting Head of Dagestan Fyodor Shchukin to assess regional stability and target projects execution amid post-flood recovery. </p><p>Shchukin highlighted sustained positive dynamics: industry grew 3.6% in early 2026, with shipped goods/services at RUB 47.8 billion (up 20.9%). Tourism flourished—719,000 visitors arrived in H1, contributing RUB 7.7 billion in revenue over five months, supported by expanded legal lodging. </p><p>Infrastructure milestones include the commissioning of the 102.3 MW Derbent Solar Power Plant, Dagestan’s largest renewable facility. </p><p>Discussions prioritized near-term actions on security, fuel logistics and comprehensive support for special military operation participants and their families.</p> Wed, 15 Jul 2026 17:43:00 +0300 https://riadagestan.ru/news/sport/dagestan_wrestlers_complete_training_for_russian_championship/ MAKHACHKALA, July 15 – RIA "Dagestan". SPORT <p><b>MAKHACHKALA, July 15 – RIA "Dagestan". </b>Dagestan freestyle wrestling team has completed the final stage of preparation for the Russian Championships, scheduled to take place in Moscow from July 30 to August 1.</p><p>The Regional Sports Training Centre on the outskirts of Makhachkala gathered around 60 athletes invited to take part.</p><p>According to Dagestan freestyle wrestling head coach Makhach Murtazaliev, the team's current training phase focuses on mat work and sparring following general physical preparation, with the entire squad on track to enter the national championships fully prepared except for captain Abdulrashid Sadulaev, sidelined by injury. This preparation builds on last year's dominant performance, when Dagestani freestylers won nine of ten possible gold medals at the Russian Championships.</p> Wed, 15 Jul 2026 14:20:00 +0300 https://riadagestan.ru/news/sport/basketball_player_from_dagestan_wins_nations_league_with_russian_national_team/ TANGSHAN, July 15 – RIA Dagestan. SPORT <p><b>TANGSHAN, July 15 – RIA Dagestan.</b> Russian U21 national 3x3 basketball team member Magomednabi Khalilulaev, a native of Dagestan, claimed first place at the "Nations League" Asia-1 tournament in Tangshan, China. The team clinched the gold medal with a decisive 21:14 victory over Kazakhstan in the final match. Khalilulaev, aged 20 and standing 186 cm, has been playing for Grozny’s Dynamo this season and contributed significantly to the win. The championship result qualifies the squad for the U23 World Cup in China this September.</p> Wed, 15 Jul 2026 12:04:00 +0300 https://riadagestan.ru/news/society/scientist_designer_shamil_aliyev_presents_three_new_monographs/ MAKHACHKALA, July 14 – RIA "Dagestan". SOCIETY <p><b>MAKHACHKALA, July 14 – RIA "Dagestan". </b>Academician and Honored Scientist Shamil Aliyev has summarized five decades of scientific work through a trilogy of monographs dedicated to artificial intelligence in marine engineering. Titles include Mathematical Support for Computer-Aided Design of Underwater Products, Artificial Intelligence in Simulation Modeling Tasks and a revised Fundamental Technical Complexes: The Theory of Analytical Design. </p><p>Rooted in his extensive teaching career, these books emphasize applying AI to automate computations and simulate hydrodynamic processes. The third volume notably updates his foundational theory from over 30 years ago—once reprinted in Torpedo Weaponry and now rare—with contemporary digital methodologies. </p><p>Rich in technical detail, each publication incorporates original diagrams and tables based on both public data and Aliyev’s practical expertise. The project was supported by "Concern 'Marine Underwater Weapons – Gidropribor'" JSC from St. Petersburg and "Dagdizel" JSC from Kaspiysk - both institutions tied to his legacy. </p><p>The Gidropribor editorial board underscored the state-level significance of this research, affirming that AI-driven underwater systems are critical to Russia’s defense capabilities and naval modernization efforts.</p> Tue, 14 Jul 2026 15:24:44 +0300 https://riadagestan.ru/news/business/dagestan_becomes_participant_in_federal_digital_tourism_promotion_project/ MAKHACHKALA, July 14 – RIA "Dagestan". BUSINESS <p><b>MAKHACHKALA, July 14 – RIA "Dagestan". </b>The Russian Ministry of Economic Development in collaboration with RWB (Wildberries and Russ), has launched a digital tourism promotion pilot project featuring Dagestan alongside St. Petersburg, Kaliningrad, Murmansk and Tula. </p><p>Dagestan was chosen due to its active base of certified guides listed in the federal register and the availability of services on the WB Travel "Marketplace of Impressions". Participation will bring additional federal support and promotion: regional attractions and tour offers will be displayed on digital screens across more than 20 regions via the Russ media holding, while Wildberries users can discover and book Dagestani excursions directly through WB Travel service.</p> Tue, 14 Jul 2026 15:20:34 +0300 https://riadagestan.ru/news/sport/dagestani_judoka_wins_bronze_medal_at_european_tournament/ MAKHACHKALA, July 14 – RIA "Dagestan". SPORT <p><b>MAKHACHKALA, July 14 – RIA "Dagestan".</b> Representing Dagestan at the European Cup in Paks, Hungary, judoka Abdurakhman Bekeev finished third in the under-21, 73 kg category. Bekeev fought six times at the tournament, losing only in the semifinal stage before defeating Adam Ozov from Bashkortostan in the bronze-medal bout to claim his podium spot.&nbsp;</p> Tue, 14 Jul 2026 12:27:00 +0300 https://riadagestan.ru/news/politics/putin_awards_everything_for_victory_prize_to_dagestani_who_saved_over_20_people_during_floods/ MOSCOW, July 14 – RIA "Dagestan". POLITICS <p><b>MOSCOW, July 14 – RIA "Dagestan".</b> Shamil Ustarbekov, a 19-year-old resident of Kaspiysk with autism spectrum disorder, has been awarded the "Everything for Victory!" cup by President Vladimir Putin for rescuing over 20 people during devastating flooding in Dagestan. </p><p>Without any safety equipment, he anchored himself with a rope and braved icy currents to pull 23 individuals to safety, as later verified by street cameras, before going missing for three days until found in Makhachkala. </p><p>Though he retained few details of the event beyond feeling compelled to help, his actions earned presidential recognition at the National Center "Russia". Putin lauded his bravery, affirming that facing and surmounting fear and difficulty is fundamental to national fortitude and perpetual progress.</p> Tue, 14 Jul 2026 05:56:00 +0300 https://riadagestan.ru/news/politics/new_schools_in_dagestan_to_be_provided_with_engineering_infrastructure_by_august_10/ MAKHACHKALA, July 13 – RIA "Dagestan". POLITICS <p><b>MAKHACHKALA, July 13 – RIA "Dagestan". </b>Addressing the urgent need for utility hookups at modular school sites, Dagestan Prime Minister Magomed Ramazanov gathered representatives of resource-supplying organizations for a coordination meeting. The top official outlined that the Russian Government had provided over RUB 2 billion to rehabilitate 36 affected schools, allocating roughly RUB 1.5 billion to erect seven prefabricated structures and landscape their territories. </p><p>With procurement contracts signed, the focus turned to operational execution and deadline compliance. Ramazanov ordered utility heads to deploy maximum capacity to finish all infrastructure integration by August 10.&nbsp;</p> Mon, 13 Jul 2026 13:01:40 +0300 https://riadagestan.ru/news/sport/another_dagestani_fighter_joins_ufc_roster/ MAKHACHKALA, July 13 – RIA "Dagestan". SPORT <p><b>MAKHACHKALA, July 13 – RIA "Dagestan". </b>Magomed "Kubik" Saidov, an undefeated fighter from Dagestan with nine professional wins and five stoppages, has been added to the UFC roster in the light heavyweight division. His first appearance in the world’s premier MMA organization will take place on July 25 in Abu Dhabi, where he is matched up against American contender Dustin Jacoby.</p> Mon, 13 Jul 2026 12:58:31 +0300 https://riadagestan.ru/news/sport/dagestani_judoka_wins_european_cup/ PAKS, July 13 – RIA "Dagestan". SPORT <p><b>PAKS, July 13 – RIA "Dagestan". </b>Dagestani judoka Abdula Suleymanov claimed the gold medal at the European Judo Cup in Paks, Hungary, competing in the under-21 category up to 90 kg. According to the republican Ministry of Sports, he defeated opponents from Serbia, Hungary and the Netherlands en route to victory. This triumph secured him a spot in the Russian national team for the upcoming European Championship. A former cadet world champion, Suleymanov is coached by Ruslan Gamzatov.</p> Mon, 13 Jul 2026 11:04:00 +0300 https://riadagestan.ru/news/sport/muslim_gadzhimagomedov_claims_seventh_victory_in_professional_ring/ MAKHACHKALA, July 13 – RIA "Dagestan". SPORT <p><b>MAKHACHKALA, July 13 – RIA "Dagestan". </b>At the WINLINE.IBA.PRO 19 tournament, Dagestan’s Muslim Gadzhimagomedov extended his undefeated streak to seven wins with a ninth-round technical knockout over Mexican fighter Kevin Martinez. The cruiserweight contest was halted early as Gadzhimagomedov asserted his superiority in the ring. The defeat marked only the second career loss for Martinez, highlighting the significance of Gadzhimagomedov’s continued success.</p> Mon, 13 Jul 2026 08:24:04 +0300 https://riadagestan.ru/news/sport/sharabutdin_ataev_gains_permit_to_fight_for_wba_world_champion_title/ MAKHACHKALA, July 13 – RIA "Dagestan". SPORT <p><b>MAKHACHKALA, July 13 – RIA "Dagestan".</b> Following a decisive unanimous decision victory over Venezuelan veteran José Uzcátegui in Moscow, Dagestan’s Sharabutdin Ataev has been named the mandatory challenger for the WBA light heavyweight world title. The 12-round rating bout served as Ataev’s tenth professional fight, all of which have resulted in victories. Maintaining his perfect undefeated record, the boxer has successfully earned the opportunity to compete for the prestigious WBA belt.</p> Mon, 13 Jul 2026 08:19:30 +0300 https://riadagestan.ru/news/culture/sun_in_the_city_unique_exhibition_opens_in_makhachkala/ MAKHACHKALA, July 13 – RIA "Dagestan". CULTURE <p><b>MAKHACHKALA, July 13 – RIA "Dagestan". </b>"Sun in the City" a collaborative exhibition by the "Sun" art studio and "Kuklograd" festival has launched at the House of Friendship with a focus on harmonizing modern urban themes with Dagestani ornamental traditions. Artists translated their impressions of author dolls into canvases where city life meets national jewelry aesthetics, embodying the connection between ethnic heritage and current art trends. </p><p>In her welcoming speech, director of the House of Friendship Ilgama Zagirova noted the importance of such platforms for youth development and intercultural dialogue during the vernissage, which drew prominent figures including Honored Artist Natalia Savelyeva. Curated by Patimat Akhmaeva and Marina Dibirova, the free exhibition invites all visitors until August 22, 2026.</p> Mon, 13 Jul 2026 08:14:00 +0300 https://riadagestan.ru/news/society/modern_outpatient_clinic_opens_in_high_mountain_village_of_dagestan/ GUMBETOVSKY DISTRICT, July 13 – RIA "Dagestan". SOCIETY <p><b>GUMBETOVSKY DISTRICT, July 13 – RIA "Dagestan".</b> A fully renovated medical outpatient clinic has opened in the high-mountain village of Mekhelta, Gumbetovsky District, following extensive reconstruction that significantly improves healthcare access for nearly 4,000 residents living at 1,500 meters above sea level. </p><p>According to the republican Public Health Ministry, the facility was previously housed in a dilapidated building requiring urgent overhaul. The modernized clinic offers comfortable conditions for staff and patients alike, featuring advanced diagnostic and therapeutic equipment. </p><p>Locals can now receive primary care, preventive exams, vaccinations, and lab tests on-site without traveling to district or republican centers. This upgrade was implemented under the national project "Long and Active Life", specifically its program for modernizing primary healthcare infrastructure.</p> Mon, 13 Jul 2026 08:07:00 +0300 https://riadagestan.ru/news/business/road_to_agrakhan_bay_in_dagestan_is_one_third_complete/ MAKHACHKALA, July 13 – RIA "Dagestan". BUSINESS <p><b>MAKHACHKALA, July 13 – RIA "Dagestan". </b>The "Glavsulak – Novaya Kosa – Staroterechnaya – Krainovka" road is being overhauled as part of the "Infrastructure for Life" national target project, with work on the 15-kilometer segment (km 66–81) reaching 30 percent completion. </p><p>According to Dagestan Transport Ministry, the current focus is on preparing the subgrade and pavement, with one kilometer of the lower asphalt course already laid and culvert construction underway. The project scope covers restoring and stabilizing the roadway, forming the subgrade, applying two layers of asphalt concrete, placing culverts, strengthening shoulders, building bus stops and installing signage, guardrails and markings. </p><p>The highway serves the coastal areas of Babayurtovsky and Kizlyarsky districts, connects to the federal R-215 route and leads to the Agrakhansky nature reserve, an area known for its biodiversity. The modernization will improve access to these natural sites for residents and tourists alike and support the growth of ecotourism. The renovated section is scheduled to open by late October 2027.</p> Mon, 13 Jul 2026 03:10:00 +0300 https://riadagestan.ru/news/sport/razambek_zhamalov_makes_winning_debut_in_raf_league/ MAKHACHKALA, July 13 – RIA "Dagestan". SPORT <p><b>MAKHACHKALA, July 13 – RIA "Dagestan". </b>Olympic freestyle wrestling champion Razambek Zhamalov has made a successful debut in the American Real American Freestyle (RAF) league. Competing at a tournament in Tbilisi, the Dagestani faced American wrestler Jarrett Jacques in a closely contested match. Zhamalov ultimately secured victory with a score of 3:2, marking his first appearance in the new league with a win.</p> Mon, 13 Jul 2026 01:17:00 +0300 https://riadagestan.ru/news/business/dagestan_ranks_among_leading_regions_in_sweet_cherry_harvest/ MAKHACHKALA, July 10 – RIA "Dagestan". BUSINESS <p><b>MAKHACHKALA, July 10 – RIA "Dagestan".</b> With a harvest of 13.5 thousand tons in 2025, Dagestan has become the nation’s second-biggest sweet cherry producer, trailing only Stavropol Krai’s 25.5 thousand tons. The Center for Industry Expertise of the Russian Agricultural Bank also listed Krasnodar Krai, Kabardino-Balkaria and Rostov Region among the top five, with each collecting around 3 thousand tons. Experts anticipate continued growth this season, forecasting a national yield exceeding 60 thousand tons—approximately 10% higher than last year’s figures.</p> Fri, 10 Jul 2026 22:09:12 +0300 https://riadagestan.ru/news/society/ai_analyzes_nearly_10_000_medical_studies_in_dagestan/ MAKHACHKALA, July 10 – RIA "Dagestan". SOCIETY <p><b>MAKHACHKALA, July 10 – RIA "Dagestan". </b>According to the regional Public Health Ministry of Dagestan, AI-assisted medical studies reached 9,639 in the first half of 2026, with the Republican Diagnostic Center acting as the central hub for this technological adoption. The technology currently supports five diagnostic areas: brain and chest CTs, fluorography, mammography, and electronic medical record analysis. To maintain high standards, all potential abnormalities detected by AI on CT scans undergo mandatory confirmation by a physician. </p><p>The system also processes electronic records to flag disease risks, ensuring patients receive timely care. This effort is part of the national project "Long and Active Life" and relies on a unified digital ecosystem connecting rural, district, and republican-level facilities. Ultimately, the integration of AI accelerates data handling and boosts the objectivity of medical diagnostics throughout the region.</p> Fri, 10 Jul 2026 22:06:46 +0300 https://riadagestan.ru/news/society/dsu_scientists_substantiate_role_of_caspian_sea_as_ecological_hub_in_global_spread_of_avian_influenza/ MAKHACHKALA, July 10 – RIA "Dagestan". SOCIETY <p><b>MAKHACHKALA, July 10 – RIA "Dagestan". </b>Scientists from Dagestan State University (DSU), collaborating with an international team, have published a comprehensive analysis of avian influenza data spanning two decades. Their findings highlight the Caspian Sea as a critical ecological hub linking Eurasia and Africa in the spread of infectious diseases among wildlife. </p><p>The university emphasizes that understanding viral movement via migratory birds is essential for assessing infection risks and establishing early warning systems, particularly in areas where wetlands, coastal ecosystems and agricultural lands intersect. The study examines the 2022–2023 mass mortality of colonial birds in the northern Caspian, with genomic analysis confirming intercontinental viral exchange and the region's global significance. </p><p>Alimurad Gadzhiev, DSU Vice-Rector for Research and Innovation, noted the work’s applied value for epizootological monitoring, biodiversity conservation and risk assessment across veterinary medicine, agriculture and public health. Supported by the "RSF–Dagestan" grant, the research involved experts from the Caspian Nature Conservation Center, Astrakhan Nature Reserve, Siberian Branch RAS Virology Institute and Austrian University of Veterinary Medicine Vienna.</p> Fri, 10 Jul 2026 22:01:53 +0300 https://riadagestan.ru/news/culture/representatives_of_14_countries_to_attend_v_international_biennale_of_printed_graphics_in_dagestan/ MAKHACHKALA, July 10 – RIA "Dagestan". CULTURE <p><b>MAKHACHKALA, July 10 – RIA "Dagestan".</b> On July 12 - 25, Dagestan will host the V International Biennale "Kubachi Tower", the largest professional graphic art event in Southern Russia. </p><p>Supported by a governmental grant and organized by the "DaGraf" creative association and the "Zirikhgeran" Center for Cultural Initiatives, the biennale has been running since 2018. </p><p>This year event will span four venues: the medieval Akaila Kala watchtower in Kubachi, Makhachkala History Museum, the Poetry Theater and the Union of Artists exhibition hall. </p><p>Out of over 600 applications, approximately 830 works by 574 artists and students from 14 countries and 92 Russian settlements were selected across the "Ex Libris", "Book Graphics" and "General Theme" nominations. The competition program features 571 artists judged by experts from major cities, alongside an educational program of lectures, printmaking master classes and a plein air session in Kubachi.</p> Fri, 10 Jul 2026 21:52:36 +0300