CTC and Melnitsa Sue Grindev Khleb BakeryIn late January, TV channel CTC and animation studio Melnitsa filed lawsuits against the Rostov bakery chain Grindev Khleb, seeking compensation for unauthorized use of cartoon characters.
Urals Authorities Uncover Pyramid Scheme Promising Marketplace BonusesThe Ural branch of the Bank of Russia has discovered a company operating as a financial pyramid. Participants are offered to purchase cards with promises of large bonuses exchangeable for marketplace certificates.
Bashkiria Leads in Workforce Drain Due to Labor MigrationA deputy from Bashkiria commented on the labor market situation, explaining why the republic leads in residents working outside their region, with 159,700 people employed elsewhere according to Rosstat.
Maternity Capital and Benefits Rise 5.6% in Far NorthSeveral key payments for families with children and beneficiaries in Russia were indexed by 5.6% starting February 1, 2026. Here's a brief overview of what increased and the new amounts.
Locals Protest Noisy Nighttime Beet Transport in Snowy BashkiriaResidents in Bashkiria's Blagovarsky District complain about constant noise and dangerous driving from beet hauling trucks operating at night, with officials citing autumn delays and processing deadlines.
Russia Bets on Indian and Central Asian Migrant LaborIn 2025, Russia issued record work permits to Indians and Bangladeshis, with government plans to further increase quotas for foreign workers from Asia and Africa.
Omsk: vegetable, vodka prices up; sausage downPrices for certain foods in the Omsk region have changed significantly since the start of 2026. Vegetables and vodka have become more expensive, while sausage has dropped in price.
Gasoline Prices Rise Again in Chita This WeekAI-95 and AI-92 gasoline prices increased at a Rosneft station in Chita, while other monitored stations showed no change, according to a local news outlet's check.
Can We Afford It? Yakutia Ranks 12th for Gasoline AffordabilityAccording to experts, residents of the Sakha Republic (Yakutia) can purchase 1,500 liters of AI-92 gasoline with their average monthly salary, placing the region 12th in a national ranking.
New village planned for Zabaikalskaya TPP workersA new village is being considered in Transbaikal Krai to house the thousands of skilled specialists required for the upcoming Zabaikalskaya Thermal Power Plant and expansion at the Kharanor Power Plant.
Secondary Housing Interest in Chita Rises 1% Over YearIn Chita, interest in secondary housing increased by only 1% over the past year, with the average price per square meter at 124,000 rubles (approximately $1,240 at current rates).
