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The Defense Ministry's air defense forces continue to repel attacks by enemy drones. Sergei Sobyanin reported this on his channel in MAX messenger.

"Two more planes en route to Moscow have been shot down. Emergency services are working at the site of the crash," the Moscow Mayor wrote.

Since the large-scale drone attack on Moscow, which began on Monday evening, already 34 unmanned aerial vehicles.

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City services specialists have completed the main repairs to the entrances of apartment buildings. This was announced by the Deputy Mayor of Moscow for Housing, Utilities, and Public Works. Petr Biryukov.

"Maintaining the entrances of residential buildings in a state of good repair is a matter of utmost importance, so the capital has developed a unified approach to routine maintenance of these spaces. This year's plan included 16,700 entrances," noted Pyotr Biryukov.

Mandatory work includes cosmetic repairs, such as painting entrance areas, ceilings, and walls. Additionally, specialists tuck electrical wiring into special boxes, re-insulate pipes, refinish wall paneling, and repair mailboxes, steps, railings, and other damaged elements and structures. If necessary, they repair window and door frames in hallways and vestibules, railings, and steps, and replace floor signs and light fixtures.

Pyotr Biryukov emphasized that residents were notified in advance of the repair start dates. The information was posted on information boards and in public areas.

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The city announced bargaining for the right to enter into an agreement to implement a large-scale investment project (MaIP) in the Sokolinaya Gora district. The winner will be able to lease a 0.29-hectare plot of land at a preferential rate of one ruble per year. This was announced by the Deputy Mayor of Moscow for Transport and Industry. Maxim Liksutov.

"The creation of new modern production facilities is a key factor in the development of Moscow's industry. To support investment projects in the real sector of the economy, by order of Sergei Sobyanin, the city is providing land plots to auction winners for the construction of new enterprises at a preferential rate of one ruble per year. For example, a plot of land on Burakov Street could be used to build a light industry facility with an area of two thousand square meters," said Maxim Liksutov.

Bidding is a promising mechanism for supporting industrial development and achieving technological sovereignty. The advantage of this approach is that the municipality carries out all necessary work in advance to prepare the land for use. This simplifies matters for the future owner: by winning the bid, they are relieved of the need to deal with administrative procedures. The investor can immediately begin designing the plant based on documents provided by the city.

"Given investor interest in the real sector of the economy and the growing demand for ready-made industrial infrastructure, all the sites we offer at auction are in high demand among businesses. Following the auctions, four agreements have already been signed for the implementation of industrial MAIPs," noted the Moscow Government Minister and Head of the Department of Investment and Industrial Policy.

Anatoly Garbuzov.

Thanks to agreements concluded following open auctions for the right to implement large-scale investment projects in the industrial sector, winning bidders can sign land lease agreements with the city for the construction of production facilities.

Ekaterina SolovievaThe Moscow Government Minister and Head of the Department of City Property added that the implementation of large-scale investment projects helps create conditions for business development and the creation of new jobs in the capital. Following open auctions held earlier this year, the city has already awarded investors two land plots totaling over 1.5 hectares in the Novokosino and Nekrasovka districts for the construction of modern industrial complexes. Entrepreneurs will be able to choose their own industrial uses for the nearly 20,000 square meter facilities, based on the approved list of permitted uses.

The organizer of the auction is Moscow City Department for Competition PolicyAs Kirill Purtov, the director of the project, noted, applications for the open auction for the right to sell the MAIP in the Sokolinaya Gora district will close on September 29, and the auction will take place on October 8. Registration on the Roseltorg online platform and an enhanced, qualified electronic signature are required to participate.

Over 100 large-scale investment projects have been approved and are being implemented in Moscow, creating industrial facilities across the city. The total volume of industrial construction under the Moscow Industrial Investment Program (MAIP) will exceed four million square meters. These plants will create approximately 60,000 jobs.

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Since the beginning of 2025, 10,000 Moscow families have relocated across all districts of the capital under the renovation program. This was announced by the Deputy Mayor of Moscow for Urban Development Policy and Construction. Vladimir Efimov.

"The steady pace of the renovation program is helping thousands of Muscovites improve their living conditions. New residents receive apartments with modern finishes, allowing them to move into their new buildings without incurring additional costs. Since the beginning of 2025, more than 10,800 families have moved into new apartments in accordance with the renovation program. Specifically, more than 3,000 families have celebrated housewarming in the Eastern Administrative District. About 1,600 families moved into the north of the city, and another 1,300 in the southeast," said Vladimir Efimov.

In total, about a million Muscovites will have their housing conditions improved as part of the renovation program.

"The key goal of the renovation program is not only to provide comfortable housing but also to provide comprehensive support to residents during the relocation process. Using the "Moving Assistance" service, Muscovites can order free movers and transportation to transport their belongings from their old apartment to their new one. Since the beginning of this year, 8,100 families have already used this service. In the east of the city, more than 2,200 families have used movers, and in the north, more than 1,400. Over a thousand more families have used the moving service in the South-Eastern Administrative District. You can order it through the mos.ru portal or at resettlement information centers, which are located on the ground floors of new buildings under the renovation program," added the Moscow Government Minister and Head of the Department of Urban Development Policy.

Vladislav Ovchinsky.

As noted in the capital Department of Information TechnologyFor Muscovites in the process of moving, the "Moving Under the Renovation Program" super service offers detailed, personalized instructions that are automatically customized for each resident and their situation, as well as electronic services and informational notifications. This will help speed up the move and make it more comfortable.

Earlier, Sergei Sobyanin spoke about a new building under the renovation program in the area Vernadsky Avenue.

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

Moscow is one of the region's leaders in terms of construction volume. Its 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 atspecial page.

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Two more enemy drones flying toward Moscow have been destroyed, Sergei Sobyanin announced on his channel. MAX messenger.

"Emergency services are working at the site of the fallen debris," the Moscow Mayor wrote.

Earlier, the Mayor of Moscow stated that the air defense system successfully repelled the attack. 30 drones, heading towards the capital.

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The Defense Ministry's air defense forces shot down four UAVs flying toward Moscow. Sergei Sobyanin announced this on his channel inMAX messenger.

"Emergency services are working at the site of the fallen debris," the Moscow Mayor wrote.

Earlier, Sergei Sobyanin reported that air defense forces shot down more 26 drones, flying to Moscow.

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Neural interfaces, exoskeletons, bionic prostheses, and transformable wheelchairs—these and other innovative devices were presented by developers at the Moscow Open Cybathletics Championship, held at the Phoenix Assistive Technology Center at VDNKh. This is the third citywide competition, combining athletics and willpower with the achievements of modern engineering and cutting-edge technology.

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Smart mirror and orthopedic trainer

Pavilion No. 37 (the Phoenix Assistive Technologies Center) at VDNKh hosted participants and spectators for all three days of the Moscow Open Cybathletics Championship. Athletes from across Russia demonstrated the capabilities of exoskeletons, neural interfaces, powered wheelchairs, and functional prosthetics, while Moscow and regional companies presented their latest developments.

The ground floor housed the "Innovation Showcase" exhibition. Russian manufacturers presented over 80 cutting-edge projects. Among them were a system for restoring hand motor function after stroke or injury, a platform for developing social skills in children, a smart mirror with speech therapy games, rehabilitation devices, bionic and cosmetic prosthetics, and other solutions designed to make life more comfortable for people with disabilities.

Moscow-based RehabMedical unveiled its latest invention, the "Dynamika" orthopedic trainer, designed to develop walking skills in children and adults. Its complex wheeled design supports the body's weight, allowing for upright posture and independent movement without restricting arm movement.

"The simulator helps develop motor skills in children with cerebral palsy and restore them after stroke, limb amputation, or spinal injury. Thanks to its sophisticated fastening system, dynamic frame, and adjustable height, it is suitable for the rehabilitation of patients of various ages, heights, and weights," explains the company's CEO, Natalia Kushvakha.

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Adaptive frame, electric wheelchairs, and a gadget for the visually impaired

Sport is accessible to anyone who wants to move forward. This is confirmed by the unique developments of Adaptive Sport. The adaptive support frame for the SkyTekSport all-season ski training simulator allows people with disabilities to independently develop their physical abilities, not by fighting fear, but by overcoming it calmly and at their own pace.

Today, over 150 Moscow-based companies operate in the assistive technology sector. Some of them presented their innovative developments at the championship. The company "Ortez" showcased vibrant and stylish orthopedic devices for arms and legs, corsets, and head supports essential for injury rehabilitation. The company "Krust" created a unique gadget for the visually impaired, "Voice," with mobile internet and voice control. It allows users to listen to music and audiobooks, make calls, and take notes. And the company "Innovatika" developed a wireless device for the hearing-impaired that transmits sound directly to a hearing implant.

A separate stand was dedicated to modern wheelchairs. Some are powered by an electric motor, while others gain speed thanks to an electric attachment resembling the front of a scooter. The device is resistant to snowdrifts and steep slopes, and its removable battery allows for comfortable travel around the world.

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Bionic prostheses and neural interfaces

At the Innovation Showcase exhibition, Moscow manufacturers presented a wide range of modern prosthetics. These included cosmetic and functional bionic hands, wrists, forearms, shins, and feet. The capabilities of these artificial limbs are also impressive: wrists rotate 360 degrees, and fingers bend at the joints. And bionic prosthetics with sensors and microprocessor control perform movements based on muscle impulses. Large-volume carbon and rubber overlays contribute to their aesthetic appeal.

"I lost both legs while serving in a special military operation. I received prosthetics, but the mechanical designs weren't particularly appealing. So I tried 3D-printing my own. The first ones were made of cardboard bonded with carbon fiber film, then plastic, and finally, I settled on practical rubber. Not long ago, I registered my brand, and the first orders have already arrived," shares Boris Petrikov, founder of Nolan.

Among the cutting-edge developments, the neurochat system created by the Moscow-based company of the same name deserves special attention. This innovative hardware and software system enables people with speech and movement impairments to communicate online. Using a wireless neurochat headset, users can mentally focus on specific letters and images highlighted on the screen and then send a message to the chat.

Guests and participants of the championship were able to test modern neurotechnology in the right wing of the pavilion. Neuroracing was held there. Red cars surrounded by orange cones were controlled solely by the power of thought. A "pilot" propelled them forward and stopped them at the finish line using a wireless neuroheadset worn like a headband.

"It's a very interesting technology. It's not always easy to control the car the first time; you need to really concentrate to get it going. I think developments like this could significantly make life easier for people with disabilities and be a step into the future," says championship participant Pavel Kachura.

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Electric wheelchair racing

The championship's main event, the cybathletics track, hosted the cybathletics competition in seven disciplines. This year, three times as many participants applied as in the first season: 324 athletes from 46 regions of Russia, Belarus, and Kazakhstan. Of these, experts selected 130. Various tracks were prepared for the cybathletics competitors. Speed was required, but precision was also a factor.

"The courses were challenging, and the cybathletes pushed themselves to the limit. We change the tasks and routes every time, introducing new disciplines. Participants can come to the center at any time to prepare for the competition. The lineup of competitors changes year after year: this time, the majority of athletes competed in the lower-limb prosthetics categories, and they demonstrated exceptional skills," says Alexander Lyubinsky, Director of the Cybathletics Union.

One of the most spectacular was the "Electric Wheelchairs" category. Participants navigated obstacles simulating everyday environments: elevators, ramps, stairs, and public transportation. Judges recorded their time and accuracy, then tallied their scores. After a fierce and spectacular battle, second place went to Elena Lebedeva, a graduate of the Patrice Lumumba Peoples' Friendship University of Russia. Last year, she also won silver at the championship. Olga Persianova, meanwhile, once again took home the gold cup, completing the course in a record time of two minutes and 14 seconds.

"I've been using a wheelchair for 16 years now: I travel a lot around the city and use public transportation. I'm also developing the 'Wheelchair Football' project, which has an adult and youth team. I'll use the prize money to purchase a special wheelchair for the players," the winner shares.

The Phoenix Assistive Technology Center is a unique space for stimulating the growth of new developers and manufacturers of assistive technologies. The project, run by the Human Capital Development ANO, is being implemented for entrepreneurs in the field of assistive technologies, foundations, government organizations, and other companies involved in the industry.

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