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Nina, a participant in Moscow fairs from the Krasnodar Territory, personally delivers essential supplies to Special Military Operation (SVO) fighters. The farmer has been selling vegetables, fruits, and pickles at weekend fairs for many years. Her husband has been stationed in the SVO zone since September 2023.

Nina personally assembles humanitarian aid packages and delivers them to frontline areas. On each trip, she loads about 20 boxes of food into her car. To minimize risks, Nina carefully plans the delivery, consulting with her husband. As soon as the opportunity arises, she is ready to return with humanitarian aid.

A distinctive feature of Nina's missions is their targeted approach. Thanks to her initiative, soldiers receive exactly what they need. The supplies aren't transferred to warehouses, but rather delivered to the soldiers personally. The assistance is based on direct requests submitted by the husband of a fair participant. She also regularly treats the soldiers along the way.

Nina encourages not only material assistance but also moral support for the defenders. Warm words, children's drawings, and knitted items with kind messages help the soldiers feel a connection to the home front.

"These guys are going through a difficult time right now, and any show of concern gives them strength. Thanks to the soldiers, we have a peaceful sky above our heads," says Nina.

Products from more than 40 regions of Russia are brought to the capital's fairs. Each supplier guarantees the quality and freshness of their products, and specialists State Veterinary Service of the City of Moscow check the products before sending them to the shelves.

Fair participants are provided with free space. The pavilions are comfortable to visit year-round. They are equipped with heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and video surveillance systems, as well as commercial and refrigeration equipment. The pavilions are located near metro stations and other busy locations.

Industry, IT, and entrepreneurship. How the city helps Soviet military veterans find work.Moscow volunteers sent over 73 tons of bottled water to residents of the new regions and border areas.

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Many gynecological surgeries and diagnostic procedures in Moscow no longer require hospitalization. Modern standards of care allow them to be performed on an outpatient basis at women's health centers, with patients returning home the same day. Anastasia Rakova, Deputy Mayor of Moscow for Social Development.

"Thanks to equipping women's health centers with the latest equipment and implementing minimally invasive techniques, many gynecological surgeries that previously required hospitalization and lengthy recovery are now performed on an outpatient basis. We've converted these procedures to a 'same-day surgery' format. Doctors perform cervical biopsies, laser removal of tumors, and various diagnostic procedures. All of these procedures are performed in a gentle manner. Patients come to the center and receive the necessary care without having to go to a hospital ward. Since the launch of outpatient gynecology last year, 35,000 Muscovites have received this care," said Anastasia Rakova.

The range of outpatient gynecological procedures is broad and addresses the majority of common issues. Specifically, doctors perform cervical biopsies, laser removal of benign tumors, and cryodestruction (treatment with liquid nitrogen). Of particular note is office hysteroscopy—a safe examination of the uterine cavity performed without anesthesia and causing virtually no discomfort. The doctor can see the organ's condition on a screen in real time. Since March of last year, 1,400 Moscow women have taken advantage of this opportunity.

This new standard of care minimizes the risk of injury to patients, saves them time, and ensures psychological comfort, as treatment outside the hospital is a huge step forward in preserving women's mental well-being.

The new standard for the provision of outpatient obstetric and gynecological care, developed by the capital's Department of Health, provides comprehensive care for women's health and comfortable access to specialized treatment. It includes a full range of services—from consultations and examinations to pregnancy support—all within a single facility (women's health center, maternity hospital, or perinatal center, and gynecology department of a multidisciplinary hospital).

A key element of the new standard are women's health centers—modern clinics with a wide range of diagnostic capabilities where patients can receive obstetric and gynecological care throughout their lives, prepare for pregnancy, and receive medical attention until the birth of their child.

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On Nikolai Gogol's birthday, Mosbilet reports on city theater productions based on the writer's satirical and mystical works.

"The Overcoat" at the N.V. Gogol Moscow Drama Theater

Dates: April 4 and 19, May 6 and 21

Age limit: 12

Director Arina Bessergeneva has transferred the plot of Gogol's novella to the modern office, where every character is easily stripped of their individuality. The tragicomic story of a small man afraid to step outside the confines of his familiar, limited world becomes a universal fantasy about the impossible. Buying a new overcoat becomes a welcome way for Bashmachkin to escape the daily grind and become the hero of his new reality.

The roles are played by Mark Burlai, Andrey Kondratyev, Andrey Zlobin, Anatoly Prosalov, Kirill Malov, Evgeny Putsylo, Denis Lukin.

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"May Night" at the Moscow Puppet Theater

Date: April 9

Age limit: 12

The Puppet Theater has taken a very unusual approach to Nikolai Gogol's mystical tale. "May Night" is an interactive performance: all audience members will be involved in the process, wearing blindfolds to immerse themselves in the production through their senses of hearing, smell, touch, and taste. Participants will hear the splashing of water and the rustling of leaves, and sample hot potatoes and pies.

The director was Karolina Žernytė, who conceived and formulated a unique approach—theatre of sensations. This is both a creative statement and a therapeutic practice: the audience becomes the center of the performance, immersed in it far more intensely than simply sitting in the auditorium.

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"The Marriage" at the Mossovet State Academic Theatre

Date: April 12

Age limit: 16

Director Evgeny Marchelli has given a fresh take on Nikolai Gogol's classic play. The production retains the writer's signature humor, recognizable characters, and set design. The choir will perform folk and wedding-ritual musical compositions.

The plot centers on two people: he and she, their meeting, love affair, and the marriage that never happened. The production features Alexander Yatsko, Olga Ostroumova, Valery Yaremenko, Marina Kondratieva, Nika Zdorik, Anastasia Belova, and other actors.

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"The Night Before Christmas" at the Moscow Theatre of Illusion

Dates: April 12, May 7

Age limit: 12

Returning to a beloved Christmas tale is a joy even in the midst of spring. Eduard Livnev's stage adaptation of the story of the brave blacksmith Vakula and the capricious beauty Oksana will remind us of what matters most: the power of love and faith in miracles. Folk motifs, songs, and dance numbers will delight audiences of all ages.

The play will star Yulia Malinina, Valentina Koleva, Artem Leonov, Tamara Karant, Alexander Povalyaev, Egor Solovyov, Konstantin Nikiforov, Oleg Zhukov, and others.

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"The Gamblers. Illusion" at the N.V. Gogol Moscow Drama Theater

Dates: April 16, May 24

Age limit: 16

The Gogol Theatre will tell the story of a top-class card player who considers himself invincible. He is drawn into a high-stakes gambling competition, but the price of entry proves unexpectedly high.

Anton Yakovlev's production has been longlisted for the 2024 "Theater Star" award. The cast includes Mark Burlai, Irina Grineva, Andrei Finyagin, Vasily Neverov, Kirill Kovbas, Andrei Kondratyev, and others.

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"Old World Landowners" at the Moscow Et Cetera Theatre

Dates: April 25, May 30

Age limit: 16

The story "Old-World Landowners" is a less popular work for dramatization than, for example, Nikolai Gogol's famous comedies. However, director Vladimir Beldiyan has created a production that combines music and vibrant visuals, acting, and the author's words. The stage narration is provided by the Writer—he is both an eyewitness to the events and the author of the story about the old-world landowners Pulcheria Ivanovna and Afanasy Ivanovich.

People's Artist of Russia Lyudmila Dmitrieva, Kirill Loskutov, Artem Blinov, Natalia Balandina, Evgeny Shevchenko, Ekaterina Egorova and other actors will take the stage.

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"In the theater, everything is possible except vulgarity and boredom." Alexander Kalyagin talks about the history of Et Cetera

"The Government Inspector" at Nikita Mikhalkov's Workshop "12" Theatre

Dates: April 29 and 30, May 21 and 22

Age limit: 12

Vladimir Pankov presents an original sound drama interpretation of the comedic plot about the Mayor mistaking Khlestakov for an Inspector General from St. Petersburg. The music for the play was created by composers Sergei Rodyukov and Artem Kim.

The leading roles are played by People's Artists of Russia Sergei Garmash and Elena Yakovleva, as well as Galina Medvedeva and Polina Medvedeva.

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Dead Souls at the Moscow Southwest Theatre

Date: May 5

Age limit: 16

Mikhail Belyakovich's production, based on Nikolai Gogol's poem, centers on the familiar story of Chichikov, who buys dead souls from landowners. The director crafted the production as a mystical thriller, guiding the protagonist along the path laid out by the writer's famous characters.

Starring Anton Bagirov, Maxim Gigenin, Anton Belov, Andrey Sannikov, Ksenia Efremova, Andrey Kudzin, Mikhail Belyakovich and others.

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"…Souls" at the Pyotr Fomenko Workshop Theatre

Dates: May 7 and 8

Age limit: 16

Audiences will be treated to a carnival-like menippea based on Nikolai Gogol's works about the search for the Russian soul. Gogol's characters—Pannochka, Kovalev, Manilov, Sobakevich, and Chichikov—will twirl to the orchestra's musical compositions.

The film stars Dmitry Zakharov, Fyodor Malyshev, Alexey Kolubkov, Dmitry Rudkov, Igor Voynarovsky, and others. Directed by Fyodor Malyshev.

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Viy at the Moscow Taganka Theatre

Dates: June 5, August 9

Age limit: 16

The text of the story from the "Mirgorod" cycle, directed by Alexander Barkar, is intertwined with music, poetry, and contemporary drama. One of the literary sources for the production is the play "Panochka" by Nina Sadur, whose books have been published in Finland, Germany, Slovakia, Japan, and other countries. Songs by singer-songwriter Venya D'rkin, who has been called the Vladimir Vysotsky of the 1990s, will be performed on stage.

Starring: Alexandra Basova, Philipp Kotov, Igor Pekhovich, Vasily Urievsky, Kirill Yanchevsky, Roman Kolotukhin and others.

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WITH By Mosbilet It's convenient and enjoyable to plan any kind of leisure activity—from theater and concert trips to sports activities and picnics. Tickets are sold without markups or intermediary commissions. The service also offers many free events. You can also purchase tickets for new season theater premieres and performances featuring famous artists. If you have a full or standard mos.ru account, you don't need to enter personal information when purchasing. A simplified procedure is available for purchasing a child's ticket. Users can skip the ID card and simply show the ticket inspector their digital ticket.

The program of events in Moscow's theaters contributes to the implementation of the goals and objectives of the national project in Moscow. "Family"More information about Russia's national projects and the capital's contribution can be found atspecial page.

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The capital continues to develop river transport. The Moscow Shipyard, a high-tech facility for the production and maintenance of electric vessels, has opened in the Nagatinsky Zaton district, becoming the most modern shipyard in Russia. Specialists have now begun assembling and welding the hulls of the fifth and sixth electric vessels of the "Moscow 1.0" project. This was announced by the Deputy Mayor of Moscow for Transport and Industry. Maxim Liksutov.

"The Moscow Shipyard is an innovative enterprise in the production and maintenance of Russian river transport. This year, we also plan to begin construction of the seventh and eighth electric vessels of the 'Moscow 1.0' project. We continue to develop the capital's unique, environmentally friendly electric fleet, as instructed by Sergei Sobyanin," noted Maxim Liksutov.

This environmentally friendly mode of transport will operate on regular river routes, offering residents of the capital new travel options and ensuring maximum comfort.

The Moscow Shipyard's production capacity allows it not only to build new vessels but also to quickly service existing ones. The shipyard also plans to produce electric pleasure craft and unmanned boats for safety and environmental monitoring on the Moscow River. Furthermore, it will build a hybrid cruise ship, the "Moscow Golden Ring," which will sail the eponymous route through Russia's historic cities. Construction is scheduled to begin in 2027.

Electric ships of the "Moscow 1.0" project

After the ship's hull blocks are assembled and welded, numerous stages of work remain. Specialists will paint the vessels, tighten cables and install insulation in compartments, install control panels, auxiliary machinery, lay pipelines, and assemble traction batteries. They will also work on the propulsion system that powers the vessel, furnish technical rooms and compartments, install components of the saloon and bridge, and complete the flooring.

To improve the ships' environmental friendliness and energy efficiency, they plan to use energy-saving engines and high-capacity batteries, which will increase their range and reduce their environmental impact. Purification systems, in turn, will prevent wastewater from entering the river.

The complex, multi-stage shipbuilding process requires state-of-the-art equipment. A CNC laser cutting machine is used for cutting aluminum and stainless steel—the production process of any ship begins with metal cutting. A 350-ton hydraulic press is used to form the sheet metal for the ship's walls, as well as to bend and twist the profiles on the ship's beam.

For more detailed metal stamping and bending work, a numerically controlled hydraulic press is used, offering greater precision and a nearly complete level of automation. A rolling machine is used to bend metal profiles, pipes, angles, and channels at any angle in a single pass and operates automatically under operator control.

A lathe machining center enables machining of shafts, pipes, and other rotating parts, as well as turning, threading, and other similar operations. A four-roll hydraulic bending machine allows for the easy bending of complex asymmetrical metal shapes into three-dimensional objects before finishing on a press or sheet metal bending machine.

Moscow Shipyard

On November 26, 2025, First Deputy Prime Minister of the Russian Federation Denis Manturov, Aide to the President of the Russian Federation Nikolai Patrushev, and Moscow Mayor Sergei Sobyanin ceremoniously laid the keel of the lead vessel, "Moscow 1.0." They also unveiled a commemorative plaque and launched the enterprise.

A shipyard for the construction of innovative electric vessels has opened in Moscow, according to Sobyanin.

The Moscow shipyard was built in a record 22 months, following orders from Russian President Vladimir Putin. The launch of such a high-profile facility cemented Moscow's status as a center for the development, production, and deployment of electric vehicles. Cutting-edge vessels began to be built for the capital and other regions of Russia.

The new facility's capacity allows for the production of up to 40 vessels per year, as well as the maintenance and repair of over 100 vessels annually. Furthermore, over 500 new jobs for highly qualified specialists have been created.

Full-cycle production includes metal cutting, welding, and hull assembly, as well as outfitting and launching the vessels. Production is highly automated. Around 50,000 people are employed at facilities across the country to supply components.

The production is completely environmentally friendly—it creates no noise, uses wastewater treatment systems, and solar panels are used to generate additional energy.

In the coming years, Moscow plans to purchase approximately 40 modern electric vessels that will operate on regular river routes and offer residents and visitors an alternative to other modes of transport.

The area around the shipyard in the Nagatinsky Zaton district has also been improved. Recreation areas, terraces, and spacious walking areas are now open to the public. A children's playground, designed to match the shipyard building, has also been installed.

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The Moscow Longevity project, in collaboration with the social network Odnoklassniki, will present a video series titled "Eight Years for the Soul and Creativity." In the eight episodes, leaders of Moscow Longevity Center clubs will share personal stories about their hobbies and how participating in the project helped them discover their talents and find their true selves.

The video project's name is no coincidence: this year, "Moscow Longevity" turns eight years old—that's exactly how many stories they plan to release. The first episode will be released on April 2nd.official page "Moscow Longevity" on Odnoklassniki. New videos will be published weekly. The project aims to show that creativity can be achieved at any age, and that the best ideas are born from childhood memories and a sincere desire to share experiences.

Each story in the project is a dive into the past, drawing on personal artifacts and childhood experiences. The protagonists will share how their passion for art, sports, cooking, or foreign languages began in their early years and then took on new development and meaning thanks to Moscow's longevity centers.

The first episode featured Galina Chayanova from the Beskudnikovsky Moscow Longevity Center. She leads an art club where, along with other members, she paints in various genres and techniques. She's had a love of drawing since childhood, but she lacked sketchbooks, so her mother brought her gray wrapping paper from the grocery store. Now, Galina can afford any materials, but the memory of those rough sheets still inspires her.

As a child, Nadezhda Rukavtseva loved playing gorodki (skittles) with her brother and his friends. Years later, this passion was revived in a new format: she learned the rules of pétanque and formed a team at the Troitsk Moscow Longevity Center. To date, the team has won over 20 cups.

Another episode features Vera Titova, head of the "Legal Education" club at the Tagansky Center for Moscow Longevity. Since childhood, she dreamed of becoming an investigator and read a lot of legal literature. Her wish came true: she worked as a prosecutor and then taught at a law college. After retiring, she founded a club where they not only study theory but also organize mock trials with juries.

Elena Galabina worked in banking her entire life, but when she arrived at the Begovoy Moscow Longevity Center, she remembered how, as a child, she would put on her mother's shoes and sing into a matryoshka doll instead of a microphone. Today, she leads a music club and gives concerts with like-minded people.

Tatyana Yevsyukova's favorite hobby is cooking, a passion passed on to her by her grandmother. She runs a popular themed club at the Zyuzino Moscow Longevity Center. She is also proud to have participated in a culinary competition between generations, which pitted teams from the Moscow Longevity Center against college students.

Retired police colonel Irina Ardasheva from the Orekhovo-Borisovo Yuzhnoye Moscow Longevity Center has become a designer: she creates collections, hosts fashion shows, and runs a neurographics club. She also manages to play sports and mentor orphans.

Elena Greaves of the Zyablikovo Moscow Longevity Center's love for the English language began with a gift from her father—Alice in Wonderland. She decided to read it in the original. Elena Aleksandrovna graduated from a pedagogical university and worked in a British school, and now she teaches English to Moscow Longevity participants.

Tatyana Persiyanova, a ballet dancer with 25 years of experience, began her career with a small tutu gifted to her by her mother. This tutu became her talisman on tour. Today, Tatyana Stanislavovna is a mentor at the Pechatniki Center for Longevity in Moscow, where she teaches dance and proper posture to others.

Premieres, meetings with actors and directors: How film clubs operate at Moscow's longevity centersParticipants of the Moscow Longevity project will learn how to keep a video blog.

You can join the project online – at mos.ru portal orwebsite, as well as in person at any Moscow longevity center or My Documents office.

Support for older citizens in Moscow meets the goals and objectives of the federal project "Older Generation" of the national project "Family", which has been implemented in Russia since 2025 by decision of Vladimir Putin. More information about Russia's national projects and the capital's contribution can be found atspecial page.

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There are over 100 eSports clubs in Moscow schools and supplementary education centers. The most popular games among young eSports athletes are Standoff, Dota 2, and Fortnite, according to the press service. Moscow Department of Education and Science.

"Esports appeared in Moscow schools and colleges in 2020. During this time, the number of new clubs and sections for this sport within supplementary education has increased fivefold. Nearly two thousand schoolchildren are participating," the department's press service reported.

In addition to supplementary education programs, the Moscow School Esports League is held annually in the capital. More than 30,000 young players have participated. The league is organized by the Moscow Center for Educational Practices (MCEP) of the Moscow Department of Education and Science, with the support of the Moscow Esports Federation.

"Esports disciplines aren't just games; they're training for strategic thinking, reaction time, teamwork, and the ability to act in challenging, critical situations. Esports is arousing interest among young Muscovites, and it's constantly growing: the number of participants in the Moscow School Esports League increases by an average of six percent annually," noted Maxim Zalilov, Head of Digital Sports Development at the Moscow School Esports Center.

The competition is held in three age categories: junior (for students in grades 5–8), senior (for students in grades 9–11), and also within the College League for students aged 16 and over.

More than 200 educational institutions, including 22 colleges, are participating in the league's seventh season. Schoolchildren and students compete in 12 different esports disciplines.

The "Victory Tournament" eSports competition has become a tradition for Moscow cadets and young army cadets in May. Dedicated to Victory Day, it features two eSports disciplines: Dota 2 and Counter-Strike 2. Last year, more than four thousand young Muscovites participated in the tournament.

More than 370,000 young Muscovites attend technical clubs and sections.

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Supplemental education programs develop students' creative and critical thinking and develop skills that will be useful in their future careers. Activities held as part of the supplemental education program contribute to the project. "All the best for the children" national project Youth and ChildrenMore information about Russia's national projects and the capital's contribution can be found atspecial page.

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Registration for the "Moscow Masters" competition for employees of Moscow's non-profit organizations (NPOs) has begun. Applications are accepted until April 19. Details are available at website.

"It's important for us not only to recognize the best, but also to demonstrate that working for an NGO is a serious professional choice that changes people's lives and develops the city. Participating in the competition is a challenge, an opportunity to make a name for yourself and receive high praise," she noted.

Ekaterina Dragunova, Chairman of the Committee for Public Relations and Youth Policy of the City of Moscow.

Employees of socially oriented nonprofits registered and operating in Moscow are eligible to participate. Required conditions: 18 years of age or older and at least one year of experience with the organization. The competition is open to professionals who collaborate with beneficiaries, coordinate processes, and lead teams to achieve results, but are not organizational leaders.

To participate in the competitive trials, you must prepare a one-and-a-half-minute video introducing yourself and your work. It should highlight your professional achievements and personal qualities. An organization may nominate any number of employees, but each specialist may submit only one application.

The competition consists of four stages, with participants receiving points for completing each. During the first, qualifying stage, participants' video pitches and submitted documents are evaluated. The best videos will be selected by an expert panel consisting of leaders from the nonprofit sector. They will review the applications from April 20 to May 17.

In the second stage, the quarterfinals, participants will tackle cases that require analyzing work situations and making management decisions. The semifinals will feature a business game simulating communication challenges: participants will need to conduct negotiations and build effective teamwork. The final stage will involve presenting their experience and professional achievements to an audience and an expert panel.

The winners will be announced on June 30. First place will receive 150,000 rubles, second place 100,000 rubles, and third place 75,000 rubles.

The Moscow Masters competition for specialists from socially oriented NPOs is being held for the second year in a row at the initiative of the capital Committee on Public Relations and Youth PolicyLast year's winners were Alexey Bezymyanny from the VBlagodarannost Charitable Foundation, Artur Kushakov from the Pravmir Charitable Foundation, and Ekaterina Yaritskaya from the Yaseneva Polyana Resource Center for Support of People with Sensory Impairments. Participants will be supported by network of NPO coworking centers.

"Moscow Masters" is an annual city competition for those who make the capital a better place every day. Rescuers, engineers, public transportation drivers, medical workers, and other professionals in in-demand professions compete for the title of best in their profession. This year, the competition will be held for the 29th time as part of a social partnership between the Moscow Government, the Moscow Federation of Trade Unions, and the Moscow Confederation of Industrialists and Entrepreneurs (Employers), with the support of the Moscow City Council. Committee on Public Relations and Youth PolicyDetailed information about the competition is published on its website.

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A thematic program dedicated to International Bird Day, which is celebrated annually on April 1, will be held at the Moscow Zoo, the State Darwin Museum, and the Biocluster, all under the jurisdiction of the capital. Department of CultureTickets for events are available to city residents through the Mosbilet service.

Master classes and interactive quests

From April 1st to 5th, the Moscow Zoo will host the "Bird Week" quest from 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM. Participants will be offered a route filled with riddles about the zoo's birds. The results of the quest will be published on April 8th on the zoo's social media pages, and the winners will be invited to a special program on April 11th. Admission is by ticket to the zoo.

On April 1st and 3rd at 2:00 PM, the zoo will also host interactive quests. Participants will answer questions, complete tasks, and learn more about the zoo's inhabitants. Admission is available by pre-registration And ticket to the zoo.

On April 2, 3, and 4, from 12:00 to 14:00, the Moscow Zoo's Bird House pavilion will host a master class at the creative space "Robin the Penguin Workshop." Guests will be able to make bird-shaped souvenirs from eco-friendly materials. Admission is by ticket to the zoo.

On April 4, from 10:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., the Darwin Museum will host a "Who's Singing?" class where everyone can try to identify bird calls. To participate, you must museum ticket.

Additionally, on the same day from 10:30 AM to 4:00 PM, the museum will host a class on "How to Make a Birdhouse." Visitors will learn the secrets of birdhouse making. Admission is by tickets to the museum.

From 10:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., the Darwin Museum will host the quest "Great Crested Grebe – Bird of the Year 2026." Guests will be offered tasks to complete using a goose feather. To participate, you must museum ticket.

On April 11 at 2:30 PM, a workshop in collaboration with the City Farm at VDNKh will be held at the Biocluster in Pavilion No. 28, Beekeeping. Participants will be able to make starling and birdhouse figurines using appliqué techniques. Admission is by tickets to the pavilion.

Excursions and lectures dedicated to birds

On April 1, 2, and 3, from 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM, the Moscow Zoo will offer mini-tours dedicated to birds. They will take place every 30 minutes in the left and right wings of the Bird House pavilion. Admission is by ticket to the zoo.

On April 2 and 4 at 2:00 PM, the zoo will also host a tour dedicated to ornithology. Residents will learn about the secrets of the Big Presnensky Pond and the history of the birds on display at the zoo. Admission is available by prior registration. ticket to the zoo.

On April 4, from 10:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., the Darwin Museum will host a class titled "Feathers and Down Under the Microscope" and "How Eggshells Work." Visitors will be able to examine feathers and eggshells under a microscope and identify birds by their feathers. Admission is by tickets to the museum.

On the same day at 12:30 PM, the museum will host a popular science lecture, "Birds of Moscow." Participants will learn about the birds that inhabit the capital and where they can be seen and heard. The meeting point is the Eco-Moscow multimedia center. To participate, you must have a museum ticket.

At 1:30 PM, the museum will also offer a tour of the "Penguins" exhibit. Visitors will learn about the anatomy of these birds, their origins, and their lifestyle. Admission is by tickets to the exhibition.

At 3:00 PM, the Darwin Museum will host a lecture, "In the Wilds of the Ussuri Taiga," led by scientist and writer Vladimir Gorbatovsky. Visitors will learn about the wildlife, national parks, and nature reserves of the Ussuri region. The meeting point will be the Eco-Moscow multimedia center. Admission is by tickets to the museum.

On April 5 at 11:00 a.m., the Moscow Zoo will host a lecture titled "Is a Chicken Not a Bird?" It will cover the topic of evolution—from ancient lizards to modern bird species. The lecture will be held at the educational center at 4a Krasnaya Presnya Street. Admission is by tickets.

On April 11 at 4:00 PM, a tour will begin at Pavilion No. 28, "Beekeeping," at the Biocluster. It will be led by Olga Kalashnikova, a research fellow at the K.A. Timiryazev State Biological Museum. Guests will learn about synanthropes and how birds build their nests. Admission is by tickets.

In addition, the Moscow Zoo has prepared an online quiz with daily questions about birds, which will be held on its social media pages from April 1 to 5.

Anyone can also watch Japanese cranes online at the zoo and then test their knowledge about them in the project with broadcasts on mos.ruHere you can also learn more about two other bird species—green peacocks and spotted turkeys. Live streams from the aviary are available daily. The project is being implemented in collaboration with the Moscow Department of Information TechnologyThe program of events in city museums contributes to the implementation of the goals and objectives of the national project in Moscow. "Family"More information about Russia's national projects and the capital's contribution can be found at special page.

The Mosbilet service makes planning any kind of vacation convenient and enjoyable—from theater and concert trips to sports activities and picnics. Tickets are sold without markups or intermediary commissions. The service also offers many free events. Tickets for new season theater premieres and performances featuring renowned artists are also available. If you have a full or standard mos.ru account, you don't need to enter personal information when purchasing. Tickets for children are purchased using a simplified process. Users don't need to bring identification to attend cultural events; they simply show the ticket inspector their digital ticket's QR code.

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They put it up for open auction 27 land plots, intended for individual housing construction (IHC). They are available for purchase to all interested individuals. This was announced by the head of the Moscow Department of Competition Policy. Kirill Purtov.

"The capital is selling land for individual housing construction through open auctions: 27 plots in various districts of the city are currently up for auction. Twenty-one plots are available in the New Moscow, five in the Eastern Administrative District, and one in the Western Administrative District. Their sizes range from five to 26 hundred square meters. Homes ranging from 207,200 to 1,300 square meters can be built there. The auctions are held online, and only individuals are allowed to participate. The average competition is eight bidders per lot," noted Kirill Purtov.

On plots designated for individual housing construction, owners can build not only private homes but also outbuildings, garages, and other auxiliary structures. Furthermore, they can also operate a private farm or engage in gardening.

Applications for participation in the auction will be accepted from April 3 to May 15, depending on the lot. Auctions will be held from April 9 to May 21 on the Roseltorg electronic platform. Registration and an enhanced, qualified electronic signature are required to participate.

"Purchasing land for individual housing construction in Moscow allows you to take advantage of the city's developed infrastructure while still living in a private home. This opportunity attracts many citizens, as evidenced by the high demand for city-issued land. Currently, there isn't a single plot on Moscow's investment portal that has fewer than two potential buyers. As past experience shows, over 95 percent of the total number of land plots available to citizens for individual housing construction have been sold through city auctions. Over the past five years, 452 plots have been purchased at auctions, while 20 plots have been purchased without bidding. If only one bid is submitted for a plot, the land can be purchased from the city at its cadastral value. This becomes the starting value during the auction," she explained.

Ekaterina Solovieva, Minister of the Moscow Government, head of the capital's Department of City Property.

The capital is putting various properties up for auction, and the Moscow investment portal is serving as a showcase for them. In the section Moscow Auctions There is all the necessary information about the lots, including photographs, documentation, conditions and form of sale.

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The development of electronic services for business is in line with the objectives of the national project "Data Economy and Digital Transformation of the State" and the Moscow regional project "Digital Public Administration." More information about Russia's national projects and the capital's contribution can be found atspecial page.

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The delegation of the Moscow Government headed by the Minister of the Moscow Government, the head of the capital's Department of Foreign Economic and International Relations (DVMS) Sergei Cheremin concluded her visit to India. During her stay, she participated in key international events dedicated to digitalization, sustainable development of megacities, and Russian-Indian cooperation.

For the third time, Moscow is participating in Asia's largest exhibition, Smart Cities India Expo, in Delhi, showcasing cutting-edge technological solutions. This year, the Russian capital's stand won a silver award. It featured over 30 leading Moscow companies and organizations working in high technology and urban innovation, including SberCity, VisionLabs, Logos, Bazalt SPO, Oxygen Technologies Rus, the Element Group, the Moscow Institute of Physics and Technology, the Financial University under the Government of the Russian Federation, and others. Their developments span digitalization, transportation, ecology, and urban security. Innovations in cybersecurity and microelectronics were of particular interest to stand visitors.

Sergey Cheremin spoke at the opening ceremony of the exhibition "India's Impact: Tech Today. Transformation Tomorrow." Also in attendance were Shri Anil Kumar Lahoti, Chairman of the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI), and Neeraj Kharwal, Managing Director of the Trade Promotion Corporation of India (ITPO), Indian Administrative Service (IAS).

In his speech, the head of the Moscow Department of State and Municipal Affairs emphasized that Moscow is a global leader in smart city technologies. Significant investments in recent years in digital infrastructure, artificial intelligence, big data analysis, and intelligent transportation systems have significantly improved the city's governance efficiency and the quality of the urban environment.

Smart Cities Forum

A Moscow Government delegation also participated in the 3rd Smart Cities Forum, held in New Delhi. This is an important platform for discussing the prospects of Russian-Indian cooperation. Particular attention was paid to the development of sustainable, technologically advanced, and value-based urban development models, as well as joint approaches to financial architecture and strengthening a culture of trust.

At the forum, Sergey Cheremin presented Moscow's transformation experience, noting that the capital has become one of the most advanced and economically developed cities in the world thanks to the implementation of a long-term strategy. He emphasized that in recent years, a comfortable urban environment has been created. This is confirmed by international recognition: Moscow has received numerous awards for 2025, including in the areas of urban management and digitalization.

The development of economic ties with India was particularly noted: Moscow accounts for more than 50 percent of the total trade turnover between the two countries, which reached US$62 billion in 2025.

Strategic partnership

As part of the official exhibition program, a meeting was held between the Minister of the Moscow Government, the head of Department of Foreign Economic and International Relations of the City of Moscow Sergey Cheremin met with Delhi Mayor Raja Iqbal Singh. During the conversation, Sergey Cheremin confirmed the Russian capital's readiness to further deepen cooperation with the Indian capital and proposed signing a cooperation program between the Moscow Government and the National Capital Territory of Delhi.

The visit concluded with a trip to Mumbai, where a meeting was held with Sanjay Mukherjee, Commissioner of the Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority. Following the talks, a memorandum of understanding was signed between the Moscow Government, the Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority, and the Department of Urban Development of the Government of Maharashtra. The document enshrines the parties' intentions to strengthen cooperation in the areas of sustainable urban development, economics, culture, and tourism.

Significantly, the Moscow Government's visit took place during India's BRICS Presidency. The signing of such an important document as a memorandum of understanding between the Moscow Government, the Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority, and the Department of Urban Development of the Government of Maharashtra once again confirms the high level of strategic partnership between the two countries.

Moscow is strengthening technological cooperation with India.

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