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In honor of Hydrometeorological Service Workers' Day, celebrated in Russia on March 23, Moscow's main meteorological station, VDNKh, has prepared a themed tour, "Nature Has No Bad Weather." It will take place at 3:00 PM and 6:00 PM. Participants will learn about the history of meteorology in Russia and discover the secrets of the country's oldest meteorological station, located at VDNKh.

Participation in the excursion is free, but advance booking is required. registration.

The capital's main weather station

The Moscow, VDNKh weather station opened its doors on August 1, 1939, alongside the exhibition. Suspended only during the Great Patriotic War, it is now the capital's main weather station. Data from this weather station is used to calculate the city's temperature and precipitation norms over a 30-year period.

The station includes an observation post and a meteorological platform equipped with modern equipment. Each month, specialists take up to 4,000 weather measurements. Every three hours, meteorologists visit the platform to take readings. They record air temperature and humidity, atmospheric pressure, meteorological visibility, and cloud height.

Within 10 minutes, a staff member processes the received data and sends it as a telegram to the Russian Hydrometeorological Center, where the weather map, showing precipitation and fog zones, is promptly updated. Additionally, station specialists report thunderstorms, snowfalls, and other atmospheric changes that occur between standard observation periods. All weather data for the month is compiled into separate report folders and stored in both electronic and paper formats.

It was the VDNKh weather station that recorded a new record for snow depth in Moscow on February 21, 2026: snowdrifts reached 70 centimeters, beating the record set in 1966 (64 centimeters).

In the spring of 2025, a meteorological booth was rebuilt opposite Pavilion No. 16 "Hydrometeorology." Now, anyone within walking distance of the station can view current temperature, atmospheric pressure, and humidity readings, which are displayed on a dedicated screen.

Thousands of measurements per month: how the VDNKh weather station works

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More than 90 unique developments were presented by residents of the special economic zone (SEZ). "Technopolis Moscow" in 2025. Sergei Sobyanin announced this on his channel in MAX messenger.

"The core of the intellectual property portfolio consists of solutions in information technology, microelectronics, and original high-tech equipment. One of the leaders in terms of the number of registered developments was a laser equipment manufacturer. Of the seven products presented, six were modern laser marking and engraving machines," the Moscow Mayor noted.

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A company that produces domestic ATMs has registered a machine for selling and refilling public transport tickets. Another resident has unveiled a Russian-made AI accelerator for high-density computing, which is on par with leading global peers.

Another important innovation is a drug for the treatment of severe forms of chronic kidney disease.

During the operation of the Technopolis Moscow SEZ, residents have already registered 818 results of intellectual activity in the form of patents, licenses, certificates, and trademarks.

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An urban development plan has been issued for a plot of land for the construction of an apartment building in the Ryazan District at Mikhailova Street, plot No. 13. It will be built as part of the renovation program, according to the Moscow Government Minister and Head of the Moscow Department of Urban Development Policy. Vladislav Ovchinsky.

"A new building with modern architecture and a landscaped courtyard will be constructed on a 0.98-hectare site. The total floor area of the building will be 34,000 square meters. Furthermore, the project includes retail and utility spaces on the ground floors, providing residents with everyday services within walking distance," said Vladislav Ovchinsky.

The South-Eastern Administrative District demonstrates high performance in implementing the state program and ranks second in the number of residential complexes already built and commissioned, designed for the wave resettlement of citizens as part of a large-scale renovation project.

A land plot urban development plan is one of the fundamental documents required for construction projects. It contains detailed information about what can be built on the site and the maximum permitted dimensions for a given building.

Earlier, the Mayor of Moscow announced the inclusion of more in the renovation program five sites.

About 85 thousand families have moved into new buildings since the beginning of the renovation program.

The renovation program was approved in August 2017. It affects approximately one million Muscovites and provides for the resettlement of 5,176 buildings. Sergei Sobyanin ordered the pace of implementation of the renovation program to be accelerated. twice.

Moscow is one of the region's leaders in terms of construction volume. The high rate of housing construction is in line with the goals and initiatives of the national project. Infrastructure for LifeMore information about Russia's national projects and the capital's contribution can be found at special page.

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Russia's first full-cycle test center for unmanned robotic systems is operating in the capital. The center's developments are being tested in its blog wrote Sergei Sobyanin.

“I recently spoke about the active introduction of robots in

Moscow healthcare system"But before becoming part of the city's economy and environment, new technologies must undergo rigorous and comprehensive testing. To this end, the Moscow Innovation Cluster has opened Russia's first full-cycle testing center, designed for testing utility, warehouse, logistics, transport, monitoring, construction, and many other unmanned robotic systems," the Moscow Mayor announced.

The test center's main site is located in Skolkovo. It houses the headquarters, a venue for specialized events, and several sites suitable for testing various types of equipment. Additionally, the testing grounds of the Federal Center for Unmanned Aircraft Systems and several other sites will also be used. Applications for testing can be submitted on the platform. and.MoscowDocument review is expedited, allowing you to begin testing your systems within just a few days of submitting your application.

Developers can test their technology in a wide variety of conditions: in offices, public spaces, on and under water, in the air, and in open areas—on asphalt, natural soil, or wooden decks.

"Having our own testing center will shorten the path from prototype to serial production. This is an important tool for stimulating the development of domestic technologies," Sergei Sobyanin emphasized.

Among the first developments being tested at the center is the autonomous floor scrubber "Unit," which is being tested by Yaku Robotics LLC. The robot automatically maps the room in real time, plots a route, and avoids obstacles—both stationary and moving. It operates confidently even in crowded areas or other challenging conditions, cleaning quickly and efficiently. When needed, the robot automatically returns to its docking station, where it recharges and replaces its water, after which it can resume work.

Gumich RTK LLC is testing the "City Guard" robot, whose task is to patrol restricted areas and public spaces. It monitors the situation and, if necessary, alerts emergency services. The robot is equipped with stereo cameras and computer vision technology. Using these technologies, "City Guard" creates precise maps of the area in real time and detects even small moving objects. The system is connected to video surveillance systems, allowing for a faster response to potential threats.

Robcom's Venom-Locust tracked platform is also undergoing testing. This maneuverable, electric-powered all-terrain vehicle offers excellent cross-country capability. It can be used for mowing grass in the summer and for clearing snow in the winter. The robot moves silently, potentially allowing it to be used in residential areas even at night. It demonstrated its effectiveness in testing, clearing snow up to 40 centimeters deep and overcoming drifts up to one meter.

Autonomous mobile robots "Moros" from Mobile Robotic Systems are designed for transporting loads weighing up to 1.5 tons in warehouses and industrial facilities. They can also interact with other smart devices, allowing the system to automatically assign tasks and plot routes. Using these robots allows for a two- to three-fold increase in labor productivity, a doubling of cargo processing speed, and a 20 percent increase in storage capacity through more efficient use of warehouse space.

Applied Robotics Group is testing a new model of the ARM robotic arm. This robotic arm is suitable for a variety of tasks: it can assemble and package products, paint, or perform precision operations on small parts. It is already being used in the automotive, pharmaceutical, and heavy industry sectors. The manufacturer produces five models with different specifications.

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In the new academic year, Moscow colleges will introduce three training programs in information technology (IT). Students will be able to study in-depth software development and management, technical operation and maintenance of information systems, and the integration of artificial intelligence solutions. Anastasia Rakova, Deputy Mayor of Moscow for Social Development.

"Moscow colleges are training qualified personnel for the city's digital economy. This has become possible thanks to close collaboration with industry leaders. More than 300 leading IT companies are already partners with the colleges. Together, we are creating a cutting-edge material and technical base and providing in-depth retraining for teachers in specialized disciplines. Currently, nearly 23,000 students are studying at Moscow's IT colleges. Interest in information technology is growing: in 2025, nearly 8,000 students entered their first year—a 10 percent increase from the previous year. They are mastering 12 in-demand specialties, including computer game development, augmented and virtual reality technologies, and the fundamentals of quantum communications. In the new academic year, students at Moscow colleges will be able to study three new areas of IT: software development and management, technical operation and maintenance of information systems, and the integration of solutions using artificial intelligence," noted Anastasia Rakova.

A key training principle is integration with real businesses. Partners with Moscow colleges include Yandex, VKontakte, MTS, Sber, and Rostelecom. They participate in the development of curricula and laboratory equipment standards, assess students' knowledge through exams, invite students to internships with job placement opportunities, and conduct internships for faculty.

Collaboration with market leaders allows us to introduce unique formats into the educational process. For example, nearly 3,500 students at the IT. Moscow College of Information Technology received free access to specialized Yandex Practicum programs in six areas, including Python development, data analysis, and system administration. They solve real-world cases and earn certificates that help them find jobs.

Hackathons and cybersecurity competitions are also held for students. Moscow transport companies participate in these competitions. Winners are invited to internships. For example, Dmitry Ivanov, a student at the IT.Moscow College of Information Technology, won the hackathon, completed an internship at the Moscow Metro, and is now working as a chief specialist at the Center for Research and Development of Unmanned Transport. He is involved in developing the concept for a driverless tram.

Teachers are also upgrading their skills. For example, 200 teachers from 14 colleges completed intensive training at the free digital technology school "School 21." They learned how to use neural networks, automate assessments, and create educational materials. This allows them to personalize the learning process and devote more time to working with each student.

Another 180 teachers are currently completing a course at the School of Programmers, a leading online IT training service. They are studying the programming languages C, Kotlin, and Java, as well as software architecture and DevOps practices, which will be used to prepare students.

To hone professional skills in conditions as close to real life as possible, IT colleges are upgrading their workshops and laboratories. In recent years, more than 360 labs have been modernized for practical training. These include spaces for programming and big data analysis, as well as labs for quantum technologies, mobile app development, and AR/VR testing.

In the coming years, a new flagship college will be built in Moscow. It will train specialists in key industry areas—from equipment and network installation and maintenance to cybersecurity, the Internet of Things, and artificial intelligence. It is planned to establish specialized interdisciplinary laboratories and testing grounds for urban environment modeling, transportation management, software development and artificial intelligence, social digitalization, communications and infocommunications, and the IT. Moscow technology park. This educational format ensures deep immersion in the profession from the first year and is based exclusively on current industry practices.

Earlier, Anastasia Rakova announced the start college forum, which will take place from March 21 to 24 at Gostiny Dvor. At the event, everyone will have the opportunity to learn about current educational programs presented by over 60 city, federal, and private colleges.

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In preparation for the opening of the underground transfer between the Akademicheskaya metro station on both lines and the new exit at Vavilovskaya on the Troitskaya line, specialists modernized digital signage and installed 10 screens capable of displaying dynamic information.

Instead of the traditional full-scale nighttime maintenance, the Troitskaya Line used deferred content loading technology for the first time. Developed by Russian IT engineers, this technology allowed passengers to see up-to-date information on screens the moment the underground transfer between Akademicheskaya station and exit No. 3 at Vavilovskaya station opened. This approach allowed Muscovites to plan the most convenient routes both before and after the new facilities opened.

"Over the past year, the number of digital navigation elements in the metro has more than doubled. Thanks to a domestic development, we implemented a deferred information loading technology. This allowed us to instantly update information on 59 Troitskaya Line station signs at the opening of transfers and exits, as well as implement a personalized approach by posting special messages. Furthermore, Akademicheskaya became the third station on this line to feature continuous exit numbering. We continue to develop digital navigation at the initiative of Sergei Sobyanin," noted the Deputy Mayor of Moscow for Transport and Industry.

Maxim Liksutov.

With the opening of the transfer at Akademicheskaya, digital signs introduced sequential exit numbers. Now passengers can find the exit they need even if it's at a neighboring station with the same name. The number is displayed next to the name of the station to which the transfer is possible.

To inform passengers about the new convenient transfer between lines, a special message was added to the signs notifying them of the underground transfer option when traveling to the neighboring station. A similar announcement also announces the opening of the new exit #3 from Vavilovskaya. This is another advantage of digital wayfinding: signs can flexibly combine primary and secondary information by varying the arrangement of text and graphic blocks.

Furthermore, references to the ground-level transfer have been removed from all digital navigation elements. This has allowed for larger font sizes for the names of points of interest located near the stations. Signs installed directly in the underpass not only indicate the direction to the adjacent line but also show the names of facilities at the shared exits of both stations.

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In 2025, Moscow clients saved over 200 billion rubles thanks to a preliminary analysis of initial (maximum) price calculations in urban development projects. This was reported by the Deputy Mayor of Moscow for Urban Development Policy and Construction. Vladimir Efimov.

"Verifying the initial (maximum) price calculations for contracts and agreements allows us to optimize procurement costs in urban development even before the procedures are announced. Thanks to a thorough analysis of price indicators, Moscow customers receive a correctly calculated maximum amount for the future transaction, which reduces the overall project cost and ensures compliance with procurement laws. In 2025, such preliminary work helped save 219.1 billion rubles," said Vladimir Efimov.

Verification of the calculation and justification of initial prices is mandatory when coordinating centralized purchases of the capital Urban Development Policy ComplexThis procedure is carried out if construction, reconstruction, major repairs, or demolition of buildings and structures is planned. In addition, procurement by other organizations under the jurisdiction of the Moscow Government is subject to approval if they include design and survey work and construction and installation work in a single lot.

The assessment is carried out by the state-owned institution (GKU) Mosstroyzakupki, subordinate to To the Moscow City Committee for Pricing Policy in Construction and State Expertise of Projects (Moscow Committee for Expertise).

"When requesting a service, the customer provides a draft contract (agreement), technical specifications, and a protocol for calculating the initial price, as well as other supporting documents depending on the subject of the procurement. Specialists verify the calculations for compliance with approved methods and rules established by procurement legislation. Over the past year, the State Budgetary Institution Mosstroyzakupki has reviewed over three thousand applications for initial price verification," noted the Chairman of Moskomexpertiza.

Ivan Shcherbakov.

The amount agreed upon during the verification process becomes the starting price, with which the contractor selection procedure is published in the unified procurement information system.

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With the arrival of warmer weather and dry weather, vacuum sweepers have taken to the streets of Moscow. This was announced by the Moscow city administration. urban economy complex.

To remove dirt, the machines are equipped with side round brushes and two tanks. One is for suctioned dirt, and the other (containing liquid) is for moistening the road surface. The unit uses pressure to suck dirt, dust, and small debris from the roadway and gutter area into the tank. For greater cleaning efficiency, the roads are moistened.

To clear sidewalks, specialists from the State Budgetary Institution "Avtomobilnye Dorogi" (Motor Roads) use compact and maneuverable machines that easily work in narrow and confined spaces without disturbing pedestrians. They are ideal for high-traffic areas.

New electric street sweepers have been operating on the city's streets since 2025. They have already been refitted for the current season. This model is compact, versatile, and maneuverable. In summer, it functions as a roadside vacuum cleaner, and in winter, it cleans urban spaces with a front brush and distributes de-icing materials. A key advantage of this machine is its environmentally friendly electric motor.

Vacuum sweeping and cleaning equipment is used year-round when the road surface is dry and there is no precipitation.

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IN register of sports facilities Another sports and fitness center has been included in the list of eligible organizations for property tax benefits. Now, the owners of 61 sports facilities will be able to take advantage of this support measure, which reduces property taxes by a factor of 10. This was reported by Maria Bagreeva, Deputy Mayor of Moscow, Head of the Moscow Department of Economic Policy and Development.

"The tax break was introduced in 2022 to support major sports facilities. Previously, the register included multifunctional sports complexes, stadiums, an ice palace, a tennis center, a sports training facility, and other facilities that contribute to the development of sports in the capital. Now, the list has been expanded to include a new fitness and wellness center. Owners of all the facilities included in the register will be able to save over one and a half billion rubles annually on property taxes," noted Maria Bagreeva.

The registry is updated as applications are received from owners. Owners of sports facilities over 8,000 square meters in area, which are included in the All-Russian Register of Sports Facilities, can apply for inclusion.

To receive the benefit, the owner must submit an application toDepartment of Economic Policy and Development of the City of MoscowThe property will be included in the register after all criteria are confirmed. The exemption will apply from the date compliance begins, but not before January 1, 2022.

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