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Residents demand return of 27 cancelled commuter trainsResidents demand return of 27 cancelled commuter trains
Residents demand return of 27 cancelled commuter trainsThe cancellation of 27 commuter trains in Voronezh region from January 1, 2026, has sparked outrage among residents who rely on them for work and daily needs, with similar cuts in neighboring regions.
"We’re Not Moving": Dozens Stuck in Arkhangelsk"We’re Not Moving": Dozens Stuck in Arkhangelsk
"We’re Not Moving": Dozens Stuck in ArkhangelskA 1.3-kilometer traffic jam formed on the Ring Highway in Arkhangelsk, with dozens of cars stuck near a railway crossing; drivers said they did not move for 15 minutes.
Reserve plane ends Krasnoyarsk-Phu Quoc flight delayReserve plane ends Krasnoyarsk-Phu Quoc flight delay
Reserve plane ends Krasnoyarsk-Phu Quoc flight delayAfter more than a day's delay, passengers will fly to Phu Quoc on a reserve aircraft early February 5, as another flight to the island appears on the board.
Arzamas-Nizhny Novgorod train late an hour five daysArzamas-Nizhny Novgorod train late an hour five days
Arzamas-Nizhny Novgorod train late an hour five daysA commuter train from Arzamas to Nizhny Novgorod has been delayed by an hour or more for five consecutive days.
Morning commuter train over an hour late angers passengersMorning commuter train over an hour late angers passengers
Morning commuter train over an hour late angers passengersFor five consecutive days, the morning commuter train from Arzamas to Nizhny Novgorod has been arriving at least an hour late, infuriating passengers who are rushing to work.
Yaroslavl and Region Agree to Exchange RoadsYaroslavl and Region Agree to Exchange Roads
Yaroslavl and Region Agree to Exchange RoadsThe authorities of Yaroslavl agreed to take over a number of regional roads in exchange for transferring the problematic Surinsky overpass to regional ownership.
Yaroslavl Municipality and Region to Swap RoadsYaroslavl Municipality and Region to Swap Roads
Yaroslavl Municipality and Region to Swap RoadsThe Surinsky Overpass in Yaroslavl is set to be transferred to regional ownership as part of a road exchange between the city and the regional government.
New KAMAZ Mid-Size Bus Tested in OrenburgNew KAMAZ Mid-Size Bus Tested in Orenburg
New KAMAZ Mid-Size Bus Tested in OrenburgA KAMAZ-4290 mid-size bus started test runs on Orenburg's route 21 from February 3, as the city plans to acquire 25 such vehicles to address transport issues.
Ex-Komdorstroy Head Wins Volgograd Road Marking ContractEx-Komdorstroy Head Wins Volgograd Road Marking Contract
Ex-Komdorstroy Head Wins Volgograd Road Marking ContractIndividual entrepreneur Yevgeny Vilkov won a tender to update road markings in Volgograd; the contract is worth 150 million rubles (approximately $1,578,900 at current rates).
Ufa Expands Paid Parking Zone — New Streets AddedUfa Expands Paid Parking Zone — New Streets Added
Ufa Expands Paid Parking Zone — New Streets AddedDrivers in Ufa, get ready: authorities have decided to expand the paid parking zone, adding 3,394 spaces on new streets.
Ex-director of Komdorstroy wins road marking tenderEx-director of Komdorstroy wins road marking tender
Ex-director of Komdorstroy wins road marking tenderIndividual entrepreneur Yevgeny Vilkov, former director of the Municipal Institution "Komdorstroy", will handle 150 million rubles (approximately $1.58 million at current rates) for road marking in Volgograd.
Kurgan governor details road plans for this yearKurgan governor details road plans for this year
Kurgan governor details road plans for this yearGovernor Vadim Shumkov of Kurgan has outlined plans for road construction and repairs in the city this year, including major projects in the Zaozyorny district.
Architects Boulevard and TV Bridge Contractor Sued for 17M DebtArchitects Boulevard and TV Bridge Contractor Sued for 17M Debt
Architects Boulevard and TV Bridge Contractor Sued for 17M DebtStroyTrust, the contractor for Architects Boulevard and the bridge near the TV Center, must pay over 17 million rubles for equipment and transport services provided by AvtoArbat.
Novokuznetsk to Repair 12 Road Sections in 2026Novokuznetsk to Repair 12 Road Sections in 2026
Novokuznetsk to Repair 12 Road Sections in 2026More than 1 billion rubles (about $11.1 million at current rates) will be spent to repair 12 road sections in Novokuznetsk in 2026, authorities announced Wednesday, February 4.
Oka Bridge 16.7% Complete Despite Billions InvestedOka Bridge 16.7% Complete Despite Billions Invested
Oka Bridge 16.7% Complete Despite Billions InvestedConstruction of a multi-billion-ruble bridge over the Oka River in the Ryazan region is only 16.7% complete. The project also includes two smaller bridges and involves 115 workers.
Aeroflot launches subsidized tickets Vladivostok–Moscow at 10,200 rublesAeroflot launches subsidized tickets Vladivostok–Moscow at 10,200 rubles
Aeroflot launches subsidized tickets Vladivostok–Moscow at 10,200 rublesAeroflot has launched subsidized ticket sales for the 2026 summer season, with flights from Vladivostok to Moscow starting at 10,200 rubles ($113 at current rates).
Lada Priora Crashes Into Pole Near Volgograd PoliceLada Priora Crashes Into Pole Near Volgograd Police
Lada Priora Crashes Into Pole Near Volgograd PoliceA driver suffered head injuries and was taken to the hospital by ambulance after his Lada Priora crashed into a lighting pole opposite a police station in Volgograd. Medics assess his condition as moderate.
Priora Crashes Into Pole Opposite Police Station VolgogradPriora Crashes Into Pole Opposite Police Station Volgograd
Priora Crashes Into Pole Opposite Police Station VolgogradA driver was taken to hospital in a resuscitation ambulance after his Lada Priora crashed into a pole opposite a police station in Volgograd's Krasnoarmeysky district. The driver suffered severe head trauma and was in an altered state of consciousness.
Tram 21 returns on Leninsky route this summerTram 21 returns on Leninsky route this summer
Tram 21 returns on Leninsky route this summerTram No. 21 service between Nizhny Novgorod's center and Leninsky District was temporarily suspended in late 2025 due to large-scale rail replacement, with a return planned for summer 2026.
Two new trams begin service in IrkutskTwo new trams begin service in Irkutsk
Two new trams begin service in IrkutskTwo new trams, adapted for mobility-impaired passengers, have started running in Irkutsk on routes No. 1 and No. 3, the mayor's office said.
Tram route 21 to return in summer 2026Tram route 21 to return in summer 2026
Tram route 21 to return in summer 2026Tram route 21, which connects central Nizhny Novgorod with the Leninsky district, was temporarily suspended for rail replacement and is expected to resume in summer 2026.
Trolleybus, tram, bus: Which is fastest from ZhBI?Trolleybus, tram, bus: Which is fastest from ZhBI?
Trolleybus, tram, bus: Which is fastest from ZhBI?E1.RU reporters raced from the ZhBI district to central Yekaterinburg by tram, bus, and trolleybus to find the best commute.
Yaroslavl Region transport apps entered white listYaroslavl Region transport apps entered white list
Yaroslavl Region transport apps entered white listGovernor Mikhail Evraev of Yaroslavl Region announced that the «Yaroslavl Oblast Transport» and «Yandex Go» apps have been whitelisted to ensure stable operation in public transport even during internet outages starting April 1.
S7 to receive 100 Tu-214 aircraft, 213 seatsS7 to receive 100 Tu-214 aircraft, 213 seats
S7 to receive 100 Tu-214 aircraft, 213 seatsS7 Airlines has signed a memorandum to receive 100 new Tu-214 aircraft, with a final agreement due by the end of 2026. The planes will accommodate up to 213 passengers.
Tula carrier Irbis fined for numerous violationsTula carrier Irbis fined for numerous violations
Tula carrier Irbis fined for numerous violationsThe Tula transport operator Irbis LLC, which runs multiple bus routes in and around the city, was fined for numerous safety violations.