Public transport in Chisinau will follow a special schedule on March 8

Buses and trolleybuses in Chisinau will operate on Saturday, March 8, according to Sunday schedules. This was announced by the Chisinau Electric Transport Company (RTEC).

Penalties for assaulting and intimidating journalists could be tightened. Grosu: "Violence against journalists cannot be tolerated"

The Parliament of the Republic of Moldova is set to consider the possibility of increasing penalties for the assault and intimidation of journalists. This initiative was announced by the Parliament Speaker, Igor Grosu, following the assault on two journalists from the publication "Ziarul de Garda," Măriuța Nistor and Igor Ionescu. They were attacked while covering a protest organized by Ilan Șor's network in front of the Chișinău Court based in Buiucani.

Diplomas of merit for women entrepreneurs transforming agriculture in Moldova

Many Moldovan women leading successful agricultural businesses received diplomas of merit and awards in the Women in Agriculture Gala. The event also focused on issues related to women's roles in agriculture and aimed at promoting the development of the sector.

People detained in the case of the kidnapping of a man from the left bank of the Nistru, placed under house arrest

Three suspects, who were detained for allegedly kidnapping a man in the center of Chisinau on February 6, were released from pretrial detention and were placed under house arrest. This information was confirmed by Violina Moraru, spokesperson for the Prosecutor General's Office, in a statement to Teleradio-Moldova.

A student project competition with a total budget of 2 million lei was launched

The Ministry of Education and Research has allocated two million lei for a project competition aimed at universities. Public higher education institutions, in collaboration with student self-government organizations, will have the opportunity to secure funding for projects that strengthen the student community. Proposed initiatives include the development of student spaces, experience exchanges, workshops, and mentoring programs.

Railway employees in Ocnița decided to suspend their work until their overdue salaries are paid

After several unsuccessful protests, the railway employees in Ocnita informed the management of Moldovan Railways (CFM) about their decision, effective from March 10. Ion Zaporajon, president of the Union Federation of Railway Workers of the Republic of Moldova, confirmed this information to Teleradio-Moldova. He stated that the railway workers in Ocnița submitted a formal request regarding the suspension and indicated that employees from other regions are also planning to stop their activities.

Police officer from Chisinau, detained for bribery

A police officer from Chisinau was detained by officers of the National Anticorruption Center (CNA) in connection with a corruption case. He is suspected of demanding and accepting 1,000 euros from a young man in exchange for not sanctioning him for a minor offense.

How Moldova's new law impacts real estate transactions

Real estate transactions between individuals in Moldova could soon be carried out in foreign currency once every three years.

Maia Sandu announces inheritance process reform in Moldova

The President of the Republic of Moldova, Maia Sandu, announced on Thursday that the inheritance process will be simplified and made more affordable, following numerous complaints from citizens during her visits to localities across the country.

Moldova General Prosecutor Ion Munteanu declares assets for 2024

General Prosecutor Ion Munteanu has submitted his declaration of assets and personal interests for 2024.

Moldova’s salary growth: what to know about wages in 2024

The average gross monthly salary in the last quarter of the year surpassed 15,000 lei (~750 euro). Data from the National Bureau of Statistics indicates a 12% increase compared to the same period in 2023.

Moldovan farmers threaten protests over state inaction

Farmers in Moldova are once again threatening to protest. They argue that the new agricultural year is at risk of being compromised, not only by natural disasters but especially by the "lack of effective state intervention in the cereals and oilseeds sector."