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Two key bus routes in greater Krasnoyarsk to change — which ones and whyTwo key bus routes in greater Krasnoyarsk to change — which ones and why
Two key bus routes in greater Krasnoyarsk to change — which ones and whyBus routes in Krasnoyarsk will be adjusted based on passenger feedback, the transport department has announced. Surveys are underway in newly incorporated areas to gather resident input.
Hour-long bus delays in Moscow Region; route numbers releasedHour-long bus delays in Moscow Region; route numbers released
Hour-long bus delays in Moscow Region; route numbers releasedDozens of buses heading to Moscow from the Moscow Region are experiencing significant delays following two accidents on Shchyolkovskoye Highway.
Sochi Airport shut down for over six hours after drone attackSochi Airport shut down for over six hours after drone attack
Sochi Airport shut down for over six hours after drone attackThe Federal Air Transport Agency lifted flight restrictions at Sochi Airport in the early morning, but reports indicate no widespread flight disruptions.
New Barnaul Airport Terminal 85% Complete, March Launch ExpectedNew Barnaul Airport Terminal 85% Complete, March Launch Expected
New Barnaul Airport Terminal 85% Complete, March Launch ExpectedThe new passenger terminal at Barnaul Airport is 85% complete, with construction having started in 2023 and operations set to begin in March.
Utility accident on Sibirskaya in Tomsk leads to bus route adjustmentsUtility accident on Sibirskaya in Tomsk leads to bus route adjustments
Utility accident on Sibirskaya in Tomsk leads to bus route adjustmentsBus routes 13 and 14 are being temporarily rerouted due to a pipeline rupture on Sibirskaya Street in Tomsk, according to city officials.
Omsk heated bus stop malfunctions, authorities blame unstable internetOmsk heated bus stop malfunctions, authorities blame unstable internet
Omsk heated bus stop malfunctions, authorities blame unstable internetResidents of Omsk complained that a heated bus stop pavilion on Kirova Street is cold, its display fails to show arrival times, and its door closer is broken. The district administration blamed unstable internet for the display problems and promised repairs by spring.
Vladivostok's Borodinskaya-Bagration bridge to have single-lane trafficVladivostok's Borodinskaya-Bagration bridge to have single-lane traffic
Vladivostok's Borodinskaya-Bagration bridge to have single-lane trafficExperts have approved the project for a bridge between Borodinskaya Street and Bagration Ring in Vladivostok, which will feature single-lane traffic in each direction.
"Drivers, We're Afloat": Kuznetsky Avenue in Kemerovo Drowns in Frost"Drivers, We're Afloat": Kuznetsky Avenue in Kemerovo Drowns in Frost
"Drivers, We're Afloat": Kuznetsky Avenue in Kemerovo Drowns in FrostCold water has flooded the entire roadway on Kuznetsky Avenue in Kemerovo after a pipe burst. Utility crews are trying to stop the flow, which continues to spread across the street.
Kurgan Airport to Stay Open During Runway RenovationKurgan Airport to Stay Open During Runway Renovation
Kurgan Airport to Stay Open During Runway RenovationThe runway modernization at Kurgan Airport is planned for 2026, but flights will not be interrupted during the work.
Yekaterinburg driver waits 11 hours to report minor accidentYekaterinburg driver waits 11 hours to report minor accident
Yekaterinburg driver waits 11 hours to report minor accidentA mother from Yekaterinburg spent 11 hours in line with her children to process a fender bender, as drivers decry chronic delays at reporting centers.
Fares on Several Minibus Routes in Chita to IncreaseFares on Several Minibus Routes in Chita to Increase
Fares on Several Minibus Routes in Chita to IncreaseThe fare on several minibus routes in Chita will rise to 50 rubles (about $1) starting in February, according to the city administration.
Dispute Erupts as Drivers Speed on Novosibirsk's Fourth BridgeDispute Erupts as Drivers Speed on Novosibirsk's Fourth Bridge
Dispute Erupts as Drivers Speed on Novosibirsk's Fourth BridgeA controversy has arisen in Novosibirsk over the fourth bridge across the Ob River, where drivers are ignoring a 40 km/h speed limit while the structure remains under construction with only temporary traffic open.
Taxi drivers in Chelyabinsk demand extra pay for working in coldTaxi drivers in Chelyabinsk demand extra pay for working in cold
Taxi drivers in Chelyabinsk demand extra pay for working in coldTaxi drivers in Chelyabinsk are complaining about low prices during extreme cold spells and demanding 'frost coefficients.' Their colleagues and ride-hailing services have commented on the demands.
Police name list of most problematic roads in OmskPolice name list of most problematic roads in Omsk
Police name list of most problematic roads in OmskOmsk police identified 69 dangerous road sections. The majority of accidents in the region last year occurred in the city.
Siberian bus stop freezing video garners million viewsSiberian bus stop freezing video garners million views
Siberian bus stop freezing video garners million viewsAs temperatures drop, complaints about public transport have surged in Siberia. A woman from Tomsk recorded a video showing people freezing at a bus stop, which has garnered over a million views.
Filyovskaya Line Extension to Include Six Right-Angle TurnsFilyovskaya Line Extension to Include Six Right-Angle Turns
Filyovskaya Line Extension to Include Six Right-Angle TurnsAuthorities have revealed the planned route with tunnels featuring several sharp turns, and potential station locations for the extension into Maysky District and Skolkovo.
Flipped car remains on road in Yekaterinburg for three daysFlipped car remains on road in Yekaterinburg for three days
Flipped car remains on road in Yekaterinburg for three daysA flipped car has been blocking traffic on Shefskaya Street in Yekaterinburg for three days, and its owner has not come forward.
Overturned car blocks right lane on El'mash road for third dayOverturned car blocks right lane on El'mash road for third day
Overturned car blocks right lane on El'mash road for third dayAn overturned car has been left on a road in Yekaterinburg for three days, hindering traffic in the right lane as authorities conduct an inspection.
Trolleybus Service Restored in StavropolTrolleybus Service Restored in Stavropol
Trolleybus Service Restored in StavropolA short circuit in the contact network temporarily disrupted trolleybus service in Stavropol, but repairs have been completed and operations have resumed.
Orenburg Launches App-Based Fare Payment for Public TransportOrenburg Launches App-Based Fare Payment for Public Transport
Orenburg Launches App-Based Fare Payment for Public TransportPassengers no longer need to search for a conductor or card validator on board.
Snowfall Causes Traffic Collapse in ChelyabinskSnowfall Causes Traffic Collapse in Chelyabinsk
Snowfall Causes Traffic Collapse in ChelyabinskOn the evening of January 20, heavy snowfall in Chelyabinsk led to the highest-level traffic jams, noted by all popular mapping services.
Snowfall causes ten-point traffic gridlock in ChelyabinskSnowfall causes ten-point traffic gridlock in Chelyabinsk
Snowfall causes ten-point traffic gridlock in ChelyabinskAfter a snowfall on January 20, Chelyabinsk experienced severe traffic jams reaching ten points, with services reporting maximum congestion levels on major streets due to accidents and snow banks.
Nizhny Novgorod Transport Companies Fined 2.9 Million RublesNizhny Novgorod Transport Companies Fined 2.9 Million Rubles
Nizhny Novgorod Transport Companies Fined 2.9 Million RublesA year-long inspection of 560 buses in Nizhny Novgorod uncovered over 8,300 violations in 2025, leading to fines totaling 2.9 million rubles.
Nizhny Novgorod transport inspections reveal 8,300 violationsNizhny Novgorod transport inspections reveal 8,300 violations
Nizhny Novgorod transport inspections reveal 8,300 violationsTransport authorities in Nizhny Novgorod have inspected 560 buses, uncovering nearly 8,300 violations that resulted in fines totaling 2.9 million rubles (approximately $29,000 at current rates).
Bus driver in Severodvinsk loses license after door traps passenger's legBus driver in Severodvinsk loses license after door traps passenger's leg
Bus driver in Severodvinsk loses license after door traps passenger's legA bus driver in Severodvinsk has been banned from driving for 1.5 years after a passenger's leg was trapped in the door, leading to injuries including a finger amputation.