The Tale of the Viennese Waltz: The White Hall Opened the 20th Concert Season

Translation. Region: Russian Federal

Source: Peter the Great St. Petersburg Polytechnic University –

An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article.

The musical festival “Strauss Gala” marked the beginning of the new concert season in the White Hall – the 20th in its modern history.

You enter the assembly hall and are involuntarily surprised by its size… The hall is all white with a stucco ceiling, with huge windows in two rows, wide ceilings pouring in waves of light. Along three walls stretch choirs supported by light balustrades, – wrote the newspaper "Birzhevye Vedomosti" on October 2, 1902.

The history of the hall and the history of the university are common. The ceremonial opening of the Polytechnic Institute on October 1, 1902 took place in the White Hall. Many historical events took place there – from speeches of the country's political leaders to creative evenings of famous poets and actors. Permanent concert activity in the White Hall began 100 years later. On September 1, 2005, the hall opened after restoration with a concert by Vladimir Spivakov and the Moscow Virtuosi Orchestra.

"This performance became a kind of standard for all subsequent concerts in the White Hall," says Boris Kondin, head of the Directorate of Cultural Programs and Youth Creativity at SPbPU, who took charge of this work 20 years ago. "Since then, the White Hall has maintained an atmosphere of grandeur and is famous for unforgettable concerts of Russian and world stars, masters of culture and art."

On the opening day of the 20th season, guests of the White Hall were greeted by an exhibition of historical photographs, which showed how the hall had changed over the course of a century of its history.

The State St. Petersburg Symphony Orchestra "Classica" presented the audience with a double gift – a concert in honor of the 20th anniversary of the beginning of the new history of the hall and the 200th anniversary of the birth of Johann Strauss Jr. The Viennese "waltz king" Johann Strauss spent many years in his beloved St. Petersburg of the second half of the 19th century, leading the orchestra at the Pavlovsk Music Station and delighting the public, including the imperial family, with brilliant concerts.

And now, in our days, immortal waltzes, polkas and marches have filled the White Hall with the grace and atmosphere of a ball.

"Strauss's music is best suited to create a festive mood and open the anniversary concert season," said the orchestra's conductor, Maestro Alexander Kantorov. "I congratulate the team and the audience of the White Hall, and wish to continue to delight connoisseurs of great classics with such celebrations of music and inspiration!"

Please note: This information is raw content obtained directly from the source of the information. It is an accurate report of what the source claims and does not necessarily reflect the position of MIL-OSI or its clients.

.

We invite future lawyers to participate in the competitive selection for scholarships named after A.A. Sobchak

Translation. Region: Russian Federal

Source: Official website of the State –

An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article.

The Department of State Youth Policy and Educational Activities of the Ministry of Science and Higher Education of Russia and the State University of Management invite you to take part in the competitive selection for the A.A. Sobchak scholarships.

Students studying full-time in the second and subsequent years of state-accredited bachelor's degree programs, as well as in the first and subsequent years of state-accredited master's degree programs, who have significant achievements in the field of jurisprudence, are eligible for the scholarship.

The amount of the A. A. Sobchak scholarship is 15,000 rubles per month. It is awarded annually for 12 months. The accrual is made regardless of the receipt of other types of scholarships and other payments.

To participate in the competition for the appointment of a scholarship, the applicant must submit to the person responsible for processing the competition application from the organization a set of documents containing information about the applicant and confirmation of his achievements.

Detailed information and instructions can be found on the website stipendiya.rf or from the attached letter.

Applications can be submitted until October 6 (15:00).

Incoming_letter_from_the_Ministry_of_Education_and_Science_of_Russia_No._6237_dated_10_09_2025

Subscribe to the tg channel “Our State University” Announcement date: 09/15/2025

Please note: This information is raw content obtained directly from the source of the information. It is an accurate report of what the source claims and does not necessarily reflect the position of MIL-OSI or its clients.

.

NSU opens coworking zone from 2GIS

Translation. Region: Russian Federal

Source: Novosibirsk State University –

An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article.

At the opening, students had a unique opportunity to communicate with the 2GIS team, receive individual consultation, and also take part in a drawing of cool prizes. The new coworking area for study and relaxation is located in the NSU academic building in the 2nd block on the 2nd floor. It is equipped with a marker board, where you can write down and visualize your ideas, solve problems, and much more. This is also the first coworking space at NSU with a TV, which is available to all students – it can be used, for example, to rehearse a report.

— We looked at other areas of colleagues in your university and, of course, when creating the design project, we took into account, first of all, the needs of students: as many sockets as possible and the possibility of privacy. We added a little comfort in the form of small sitting areas, or green holes, as we call them, — shared Victoria Kostenko, 2GIS employer brand promotion specialist. Another interesting feature of the area is pillows in the form of popular emojis from the Friends on the Map app. In March of this year, the university hosted a lecture by NSU graduate, head of the 2GIS product marketing department Semyon Koltsov, who spoke about the creation of this function. With the help of Friends on the Map, you can track the location of friends and family, plan meetings in general chats and much more.

— 2GIS is a well-known company not only in Russia, but also in the world. Its head office is located in Novosibirsk, and many graduates of Novosibirsk State University work in the company. NSU and 2GIS are close friends: the company actively supports the initiatives of our university, and NSU, in turn, supports 2GIS events.

The result is a very bright and beautiful coworking space, equipped with electrical outlets, comfortable chairs and tables, as well as a recreation area, which is important. Judging by the number of students who are there all the time, they really like it, – said Svetlana Dovgal, Director of the Career Development Center (CDC) of NSU.

NSU and 2GIS have been fruitfully cooperating for a long time. The company takes an active part in the "Career Days" event organized by the NSU Career Development Center. Students have the opportunity to go on a tour of the 2GIS office by registering in advance at the Career Development Center. This fall, NSU will also host a lecture by the company's experts "Testing in IT: Modern Approaches and Career Opportunities."

Please note: This information is raw content obtained directly from the source of the information. It is an accurate report of what the source claims and does not necessarily reflect the position of MIL-OSI or its clients.

.

Innovations, AIC and AI: GUU delegation visited GGNTU named after academician M.D. Millionshchikov

Translation. Region: Russian Federal

Source: Official website of the State –

An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article.

From September 10 to 12, a delegation from the State University of Management took part in the scientific seminar "Synergy of Technologies for the AIC. From Data to Solutions", organized within the framework of the Advanced Engineering School based at the Grozny State Oil Technological University named after Academician M.D. Millionshchikov.

The key issue of the discussion was the transition from collecting information to its intellectual analysis and developing effective management decisions. The participants also discussed the prospects for integrating digital technologies – artificial intelligence, big data, the Internet of Things and remote sensing – into the agro-industrial complex.

The event was attended by the Vice-Rector of the State University of Management Maria Karelina, the specialist of the Engineering Projects Management Center Vladimir Kutkov, and junior research fellows of the Scientific Research Coordination Department Anton Velichko and Dmitry Taldykin.

The seminar included a section with reports, in which employees of our university spoke about “Development of an optimization stochastic model for transport routing taking into account the spoilage of perishable agricultural products” and presented “Comparative analysis of computer vision methods based on UAV data for predictive assessment of winter crop germination”.

Vice-Rector for Research at GGNTU named after academician M.D. Millionshchikov Magomed Saidumov, who moderated the section, noted: "Digital technology has finally arrived on fields and farms. Now everything is decided by data and algorithms: from harvest forecasts based on drone images to smart logistics that preserve products."

As part of the visit to the Grozny Oil University, an excursion program was also organized for the representatives of the State University of Management: the participants got acquainted with the Science Park, High Park, the Center for Innovative Development and the GGNTU Museum. After the excursion, a working meeting was held with the management and scientific community of the university, during which issues of interaction, development of joint projects and promising areas of research were discussed.

On the final day of the seminar, the staff of the State University of Management held an open lecture "What is artificial in AI?" for students in grades 10-11. Vladimir Kutkov, a specialist at the Center for Management of Engineering Projects of the State University of Management, told the students about the principles and algorithms of artificial intelligence and its capabilities in conducting scientific research. The event allowed high school students to get acquainted with modern technologies and the possibilities of engineering education in an accessible form, as well as directly communicate with expert practitioners.

Subscribe to the TG channel “Our GUU” Date of publication: 09/15/2025

Please note: This information is raw content obtained directly from the source of the information. It is an accurate report of what the source claims and does not necessarily reflect the position of MIL-OSI or its clients.

.

Financial News: Testing the linkage of the PLZL_CLT collateral instrument and premium options to the new FBC PLZLM

Translation. Region: Russian Federal

Source: Moscow Exchange – Moscow Exchange –

An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article.

Dear clients of the urgent market,

In the period from 17.09.2025 to 18.09.2025, it is planned to test the Linking of the collateral instrument and premium options on ordinary shares of PJSC Polyus to the new FBC PLZLM Polyus (mini) on the test site of the T1 futures market.

The essence of the change: September 4, 2025 a new FBC PLZLM was created and a new futures contract on ordinary shares of PJSC Polyus (mini) was launched. After the execution of the current futures contract on ordinary shares of PJSC Polyus (PLZL-9.25) it is planned to link the PLZL_CLT collateral and premium options to the new FBC PLZLM. This action is necessary to optimize the calculation of the collateral for contracts in terms of risk netting. New terms will not be introduced in the current futures contract for ordinary shares of PJSC Polyus (trade code PLZL). Test plan:

On 17.09.2025 the futures contract PLZL-9.25 will be executed. Test participants are invited to open positions in the futures contract PLZLM-12.25 and in premium options (PLZL)

09/18/2025 during evening clearing:

the PLZL_CLT collateral and premium options will be re-linked to the new FBC PLZLM. The isin of the PLZL_CLT instruments will be preserved and will not be renamed

After evening clearing:

The PLZL_CLT collateral and premium options on PLZL are linked to the new FBC PLZLM. This change will be reflected in the directories Contact information for the media 7 (495) 363-3232Pr@moex.kom

Please note: This information is raw content obtained directly from the source of the information. It is an accurate report of what the source claims and does not necessarily reflect the position of MIL-OSI or its clients.

.

Mikhail Mishustin congratulated the staff of the Federal Service for Supervision of Consumer Rights Protection and Human Wellbeing on their professional holiday

Translation. Region: Russian Federal

Source: Government of the Russian Federation – Government of the Russian Federation –

An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article.

September 15 marks a professional holiday – the Day of Federal State Sanitary and Epidemiological Surveillance.

Dear friends!

I congratulate you on the Day of Federal State Sanitary and Epidemiological Surveillance.

The establishment of this professional holiday emphasizes how important the selfless work of the Service’s workforce is.

For many years, scientists, hygienists, epidemiologists, microbiologists, virologists, and specialists have been fighting dangerous infectious diseases, monitoring the quality of water, air, and food products, and reliably protecting the health and lives of millions of citizens.

Today, Rospotrebnadzor is implementing large-scale projects, conducting research and development activities to develop unique tests and vaccines, and developing digital technologies. It ensures one of the highest levels of our country's readiness to respond to biological security threats. Within the framework of the federal program "Sanitary Shield of the Country", much is being done to prevent and identify unfavorable epidemiological situations. The automated information system monitors, allows assessing the risks of importation and spread of infectious diseases, and carrying out preventive measures. And of course, I would like to note the important contribution that you make to the formation of a healthy lifestyle for Russians.

On this festive day I want to thank you for your noble work, responsible attitude to professional duty. I wish you new successes and achievements, happiness, health, well-being to you and your loved ones.

M. Mishustin

Please note: This information is raw content obtained directly from the source of the information. It is an accurate report of what the source claims and does not necessarily reflect the position of MIL-OSI or its clients.

.

Forever in history! Polytechnic hockey players win the Student Hockey League Super Cup

Translation. Region: Russian Federal

Source: Peter the Great St. Petersburg Polytechnic University –

An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article.

September 14 will forever remain in the history of student hockey. The final of the first ever Super Cup of the Student Hockey League took place at the small arena of the Yubileiny sports complex, where Black Bears-Polytech won a confident victory over the West of Russia team with a score of 5:2.

Match progress

The game started off against the hosts: in the first minutes Daniil Melnik put Zapad Rossii ahead. However, the Politekh hockey players quickly came to their senses. At the end of the first period Nikita Kanukhin evened the score.

The second period was a turning point. Ivan Balykin put the Bears ahead, and Tigran Martirosyan doubled the advantage. Despite a goal by Danil Demin, which reduced the gap to a minimum, the initiative remained with the home team. The Black Bears made a decisive breakthrough in the third period. Yaroslav Abornev opened the scoring in the period, and Igor Ranyev put the final point, setting the final score of 5:2.

Recognition of merit

The tournament organizers especially noted the contribution of Alexander Butorin to the team's victory. His play was one of the key factors in the Bears' success in the decisive match.

Congratulations from the rector

"The victory came in a dramatic series, where the third match was decisive. The team proved that it can be a single whole: each period brought new heroes," SPbPU Rector Andrey Rudskoy congratulated our hockey players on their victory. "Our hockey club "Black Bears-Polytech" today became the winner of the first ever Super Cup of the Student Hockey League! Our guys won the cup, winning the series against the current champions of the Student Hockey League in three matches. Polytech is proud of you! Black Bears, only forward!"

Historical significance

This victory is more than just a title. Black Bears-Polytech made history as the first winners of the SHL Super Cup, forever inscribing their names in the annals of Russian student hockey.

Please note: This information is raw content obtained directly from the source of the information. It is an accurate report of what the source claims and does not necessarily reflect the position of MIL-OSI or its clients.

.

Financial news: On the conduct of trading on the stock market

Translation. Region: Russian Federal

Source: Moscow Exchange – Moscow Exchange –

An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article.

On September 13, 2025, an error occurred on the Moscow Exchange stock market during the opening auction, as a result of which trading was automatically suspended at 10:00.

The exchange carried out the necessary checks of the integrity of the data and the validity of the opening auction results, trading resumed at 11:40.

Trading on the futures market is conducted as usual.

Moscow Exchange apologizes for the inconvenience caused.

Contact information for media 7 (495) 363-3232Pr@moex.kom

Please note: This information is raw content obtained directly from the source of the information. It is an accurate report of what the source claims and does not necessarily reflect the position of MIL-OSI or its clients.

.

Tatyana Golikova presented the third Hermitage Prize

Translation. Region: Russian Federal

Source: Government of the Russian Federation – Government of the Russian Federation –

An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article.

Previous news Next news

Tatyana Golikova presented the third Hermitage Prize in the field of culture and art

On the final day of the XI St. Petersburg International Forum of United Cultures, a ceremony to award the Hermitage Prize in the field of culture and art took place in the St. George Hall of the Winter Palace.

"The Hermitage Prize was born as a sign of respect for Russian and foreign cultural figures for their contribution to the development of world culture and the formation of cultural dialogue. In the first two years, its laureates were iconic people in the world – Valery Gergiev, Boris Eifman, Nacho Duato, Polad Bulbul oglu," noted Deputy Prime Minister of Russia, Chair of the Forum Organizing Committee Tatyana Golikova.

She thanked all the participants of the XI St. Petersburg Forum of United Cultures and hospitable St. Petersburg, expressing hope that the discussions held during the forum would benefit the development of the cultures of the states.

"The Hermitage Prize emphasizes the importance of St. Petersburg as a custodian of world heritage, a city that unites cultures and peoples. Today we are awarding two outstanding people. It is difficult to imagine the cultural life of St. Petersburg without them. I congratulate the winners of the Hermitage Prize on behalf of all residents of the city. May St. Petersburg always inspire you to new successes!" said St. Petersburg Governor Alexander Beglov.

He especially thanked all the foreign guests of the forum who came to St. Petersburg despite the difficulties.

This year's Russian laureate of the Hermitage Prize in the field of culture and art is Mikhail Piotrovsky, a renowned scholar, orientalist with a worldwide reputation, an intellectual, and an erudite person who has headed the State Hermitage for more than three decades.

The award was presented to him by Deputy Prime Minister Tatyana Golikova and Governor of St. Petersburg Alexander Beglov.

"This is a great honor, I am shocked. This is what the year has been like: the President personally presented me with the Order of Merit for the Fatherland, 1st class, and now the Hermitage Prize. It bears the name of the great museum to which my family and I have dedicated our lives. And there is nothing more wonderful than to be recognized by your museum. This prize goes to the Hermitage, which constantly confirms its role in the world, in culture, in art, its right to bear this wonderful name, which is meaningful to the whole world. The Hermitage is trying to do a lot so that the Forum of United Cultures, a powerful innovation in world cultural life, can continue to flourish," Mikhail Piotrovsky emphasized.

The foreign laureate of the Hermitage Prize was Teodor Currentzis, conductor, artistic director of musicAeterna. He was unable to attend the ceremony. The commemorative diploma of the prize was received on his behalf by Pavel Kurdakov, director of the orchestra musicAeterna.

"Teodor Currentzis is a very famous conductor in the world, a man who chose our country with his creativity and spirit, who develops world and Russian art with great pleasure. I am sure that the contribution of all the Hermitage Prize laureates to the development of Russian and world culture will continue," noted Tatyana Golikova.

The Hermitage Prize has been awarded since 2023. Its symbol is a copy of the Great Kolyvan Vase, a masterpiece of Russian stone-cutting art from the early 19th century, a famous exhibit of the State Hermitage.

Please note: This information is raw content obtained directly from the source of the information. It is an accurate report of what the source claims and does not necessarily reflect the position of MIL-OSI or its clients.

.

The government has expanded the list of awards whose winners are exempt from personal income tax

Translation. Region: Russian Federal

Source: Government of the Russian Federation – Government of the Russian Federation –

An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article.

Resolution of September 10, 2025 No. 1397

Document

Resolution of September 10, 2025 No. 1397

The Russian Government Prize in Medical Science has been included in the list of prizes whose laureates do not pay personal income tax (PIT) of 13% on the reward they receive. An order to this effect has been signed.

The government prize in the field of medical science was approved in December 2024 and will be awarded for the first time in 2025. Its amount will be 1 million rubles.

The award will be presented to Russian scientists for developments that help preserve the lives and health of people and help solve previously unsolved medical issues. The laureates will be scientists who have achieved success in three areas – preventive and personalized medicine, neurotechnologies, including cognitive ones, and biomedical technologies. The corresponding scientific and technological solutions must be applied in practice for at least a year.

The signed document introduces changes toGovernment Resolution of February 6, 2001 No. 89.

Please note: This information is raw content obtained directly from the source of the information. It is an accurate report of what the source claims and does not necessarily reflect the position of MIL-OSI or its clients.

.