Foreign Ministry deems U.S. comments on NGO law gross interferenceThe statement made by the United States expressing concern for the recently passed law on non-profit organizations is a brazen attempt to interfere in the government's operation, Foreign Ministry Human Rights, Democracy and Rule of Law Envoy Konstantin Dolgov said on Friday.17:49 13.07.2012
EU commissioner concerned by new NGO's law and websites blacklistEuropean Commissioner for Home Affairs Anna Cecilia Malmstroem expressed her concern on Twitter on Friday over Russia's adoption of a law branding non-profit organizations "foreign agents" and a "website blacklist" containing information banned from distribution in the country.16:57 13.07.2012
Police to be held liable for unfounded reports on journalists' conductThe police officers who drew up inaccurate reports on the conduct of journalists detained during an unauthorized rally on Sunday have been disciplined.16:12 13.07.2012
Nemiroff lawsuit on brand name alleged misuse to be heard in AugustThe Moscow Commercial Court will hear on August 3 the consolidated case into the Ukrainian Nemiroff's lawsuit against Nemiroff Vodka Rus to prohibit the company from using its brand name. Nemiroff also seeks to invalidate Nemiroff Vodka Rus' registration.15:21 13.07.2012
Legislators restore 'defamation' article in Criminal CodeThe State Duma adopted amendments to the Criminal Code restoring the "defamation" article in the third reading on Friday.14:47 13.07.2012
Two suspects in May 6 riots investigation may get political asylumTwo participants in the March of Millions, which took place in Moscow on May 6 and ended with clashes with the police, may be granted political asylum abroad by July 26, the date scheduled for the next opposition rally in support of those involved in the case on mass riots.14:06 13.07.2012
Case opened in $6 mln theft from Nokian ShinaThe Prosecutor General's Office opened a criminal case in the attempted theft of $6 million from Nokian Shina.13:49 13.07.2012
Pussy Riot trial to start on July 20The case proceedings regarding the Pussy Riot group members accused of hooliganism at the Christ the Savior Cathedral will start on July 20.13:06 13.07.2012
Attorney receives 5 years in prison for $350,000 fraudThe Moscow City Court has sentenced defense attorney Vera Lychkina to five years in jail for fraudulently claiming $350,000 from a client.12:39 13.07.2012
Ookla LLC loses court challenge against fine for data storage violationsA Russian court said on Tuesday it had rejected a complaint filed by Ookla LLC against a 1-million ruble fine for not storing the personal data of Russian users in databases on Russian territory.17:20 17.01.2023
Russian Justice Ministry vows to improve jail conditionsRussia's Ministry of Justice has unveiled its proposals aimed at amending the internal rules of pre-trial detention centers and correctional facilities.15:29 13.01.2023
Bill on establishing Military Ombudsman post submitted to Russia’s State DumaLawmakers representing the New People party in the lower house of the Russian parliament have submitted to the State Duma a bill envisaging the introduction of the post of military ombudsman.16:17 12.10.2022