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07 August 2026, 18:32

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16:54
Researchers from the LEPL Scientific-Research Center of Agriculture presented their findings at an international symposium

15:26
Rustaveli Avenue rehabilitation means preserving historical heritage, making major investment in Tbilisi - Zurab Abashidze

14:45
Opposition’s anti-Russian rhetoric and various steps they are taking today are dictated precisely from outside the country - Zviad Shalamberidze

14:05
During the first seven months of 2026, nearly 200 companies and facilities were inspected within the framework of wine quality control
13:50
Baramidze’s statement was a very grave attack on the Georgian state and army – Kaladze

13:27
Declaring August 7 as the 2008 war start date is incomprehensible - Kakha Kaladze

12:54
General Prosecutor’s Office has launched an investigation into Giorgi Baramidze’s statement under the charge of treason

12:38
In July, employees of the National Forestry Agency detected 48 environmental violations
12:30
Georgia’s Gross international reserves exceed USD 7.5 billion as of July 2026

12:29
Instead of apologizing, he made it worse, claiming that not only Georgian soldiers but also volunteers executed prisoners without mercy - Zarkua on Baramidze’s statement

12:17
At least six killed, 15 wounded in Thailand school shooting, police say

12:01
This was an irresponsible, anti-state declaration that insulted every fighter and the families of the fallen - Kobaladze on Baramidze’s statement
11:49
It is a historical fact that the Russian occupying army carried out its barbaric aggression precisely on August 7 - Pavlenishvili

11:06
Articles published in Kazakh media as part of the Georgian National Tourism Administration’s marketing campaign

10:43
Investigation Service exposed a fact of counterfeiting alcoholic beverages and manufacturing and sale of counterfeited excise marks

10:33
International recognition places the NBG at the forefront of financial innovation and solidifies its regional hub ambition - Varlam Ebanoidze
06 August

21:37
Criminal case of Giga Avaliani - Prosecutor`s Office charges two individuals with inciting a group to intentionally cause serious harm to health and failing to report a particularly serious crime

17:45
Prime Minister of Georgia inspects upgraded educational and training infrastructure at Batumi State Maritime Academy

17:33
Prime Minister of Georgia inspects container and fertilizer terminals at Batumi Sea Port

17:08
With the Anaklia Port`s operation model we will have the opportunity to ensure that the port is under Georgian ownership, and to secure the involvement of numerous international partners in its operation – Kvrivishvili
16:23
This is an utterly shameful, treasonous statement; when you dare to insult your own people, it is unimaginable even for a UNM member - Kobakhidze on Baramidze`s statement

16:19
People appointed as the main Russophobes today - Khoshtaria, Japaridze, Merabishvili - used to openly welcome Russian tourists and money, but now their rhetoric is completely different - Kobakhidze

15:59
Today we travelled by train at its new operating speed; previously, the journey time was 5,5 hours, now it has been cut to under 4 hours - Kobakhidze

14:32
Public Service Hall Chairperson, his deputies visit Imereti region branches
14:13
Nika Melia has been found guilty on the charge of contempt of court

14:11
The UNM is trying to "suffocate" other small or independent parties to remain the sole opposition - Samkharadze

13:43
The court found the defendant guilty of the intentional murder of a newborn by his mother - PoG

13:11
Infrastructural projects planned in Gudauri for the winter season will contribute to increasing Gudauri’s tourism potential - Levan Darsalia
12:09
Three persons arrested for issuing fake tech inspection certificates for faulty vehicles

11:20
Starting from August, Georgian Railway customers will be able to travel from Tbilisi to Batumi in 4 hours - Tamar Ioseliani

11:15
Four wounded, two IDF soldiers killed as southern Lebanon conflict flares up

10:33
A foreign-funded "hybrid war" against Georgia had intensified in recent months - Rati Ionatamishvili
10:06
Labour Inspection Service is monitoring occupational safety standards in high-temperature conditions nationwide

10:04
Three Iranians arrested for illegal border crossing attempt and fake documents – MIA

00:45
National Bank sets new exchange rate for GEL

00:03
In connection with the Giga Avaliani case, the MIA has arrested Nia Imnadze and Anastasia Beruashvili

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Researchers from the LEPL Scientific-Research Center of Agriculture presented their findings at an international symposium

Rustaveli Avenue rehabilitation means preserving historical heritage, making major investment in Tbilisi - Zurab Abashidze

Opposition’s anti-Russian rhetoric and various steps they are taking today are dictated precisely from outside the country - Zviad Shalamberidze

During the first seven months of 2026, nearly 200 companies and facilities were inspected within the framework of wine quality control

Baramidze’s statement was a very grave attack on the Georgian state and army – Kaladze

Declaring August 7 as the 2008 war start date is incomprehensible - Kakha Kaladze

General Prosecutor’s Office has launched an investigation into Giorgi Baramidze’s statement under the charge of treason

In July, employees of the National Forestry Agency detected 48 environmental violations

Georgia’s Gross international reserves exceed USD 7.5 billion as of July 2026

Instead of apologizing, he made it worse, claiming that not only Georgian soldiers but also volunteers executed prisoners without mercy - Zarkua on Baramidze’s statement

At least six killed, 15 wounded in Thailand school shooting, police say

This was an irresponsible, anti-state declaration that insulted every fighter and the families of the fallen - Kobaladze on Baramidze’s statement

It is a historical fact that the Russian occupying army carried out its barbaric aggression precisely on August 7 - Pavlenishvili

Articles published in Kazakh media as part of the Georgian National Tourism Administration’s marketing campaign

Investigation Service exposed a fact of counterfeiting alcoholic beverages and manufacturing and sale of counterfeited excise marks

International recognition places the NBG at the forefront of financial innovation and solidifies its regional hub ambition - Varlam Ebanoidze

06-08-2026 21:37

Criminal case of Giga Avaliani - Prosecutor`s Office charges two individuals with inciting a group to intentionally cause serious harm to health and failing to report a particularly serious crime

06-08-2026 17:45

Prime Minister of Georgia inspects upgraded educational and training infrastructure at Batumi State Maritime Academy

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General Prosecutor’s Office has launched an investigation into Giorgi Baramidze’s statement under the charge of treason

The General Prosecutor’s Office of Georgia has launched a criminal investigation into allegations of high treason and sabotage following public statements made by Giorgi Baramidze, a member of the United National Movement [UNM].
People appointed as the main Russophobes today - Khoshtaria, Japaridze, Merabishvili - used to openly welcome Russian tourists and money, but now their rhetoric is completely different - Kobakhidze

The individuals who today are appointed as the primary anti-Russian voices, Khoshtaria, Zurab Japaridze, Vano Merabishvili, openly declared that Russian tourists and Russian money were completely acceptable to them.

Researchers from the LEPL Scientific-Research Center of Agriculture presented their findings at an international symposium

Rustaveli Avenue rehabilitation means preserving historical heritage, making major investment in Tbilisi - Zurab Abashidze

Opposition’s anti-Russian rhetoric and various steps they are taking today are dictated precisely from outside the country - Zviad Shalamberidze

During the first seven months of 2026, nearly 200 companies and facilities were inspected within the framework of wine quality control

Baramidze’s statement was a very grave attack on the Georgian state and army – Kaladze

Declaring August 7 as the 2008 war start date is incomprehensible - Kakha Kaladze

General Prosecutor’s Office has launched an investigation into Giorgi Baramidze’s statement under the charge of treason

In July, employees of the National Forestry Agency detected 48 environmental violations

Georgia’s Gross international reserves exceed USD 7.5 billion as of July 2026

Instead of apologizing, he made it worse, claiming that not only Georgian soldiers but also volunteers executed prisoners without mercy - Zarkua on Baramidze’s statement

At least six killed, 15 wounded in Thailand school shooting, police say

This was an irresponsible, anti-state declaration that insulted every fighter and the families of the fallen - Kobaladze on Baramidze’s statement

It is a historical fact that the Russian occupying army carried out its barbaric aggression precisely on August 7 - Pavlenishvili

Articles published in Kazakh media as part of the Georgian National Tourism Administration’s marketing campaign

Investigation Service exposed a fact of counterfeiting alcoholic beverages and manufacturing and sale of counterfeited excise marks

International recognition places the NBG at the forefront of financial innovation and solidifies its regional hub ambition - Varlam Ebanoidze

06-08-2026 21:37

Criminal case of Giga Avaliani - Prosecutor`s Office charges two individuals with inciting a group to intentionally cause serious harm to health and failing to report a particularly serious crime

06-08-2026 17:45

Prime Minister of Georgia inspects upgraded educational and training infrastructure at Batumi State Maritime Academy

All news

POLITICS

Rustaveli Avenue rehabilitation means preserving historical heritage, making major investment in Tbilisi - Zurab Abashidze

Opposition’s anti-Russian rhetoric and various steps they are taking today are dictated precisely from outside the country - Zviad Shalamberidze

Baramidze’s statement was a very grave attack on the Georgian state and army – Kaladze

Declaring August 7 as the 2008 war start date is incomprehensible - Kakha Kaladze

Instead of apologizing, he made it worse, claiming that not only Georgian soldiers but also volunteers executed prisoners without mercy - Zarkua on Baramidze’s statement

ECONOMICS

Georgia’s Gross international reserves exceed USD 7.5 billion as of July 2026

Articles published in Kazakh media as part of the Georgian National Tourism Administration’s marketing campaign

International recognition places the NBG at the forefront of financial innovation and solidifies its regional hub ambition - Varlam Ebanoidze

Prime Minister of Georgia inspects container and fertilizer terminals at Batumi Sea Port

With the Anaklia Port`s operation model we will have the opportunity to ensure that the port is under Georgian ownership, and to secure the involvement of numerous international partners in its operation – Kvrivishvili

SOCIETY

During the first seven months of 2026, nearly 200 companies and facilities were inspected within the framework of wine quality control

Articles published in Kazakh media as part of the Georgian National Tourism Administration’s marketing campaign

Criminal case of Giga Avaliani - Prosecutor`s Office charges two individuals with inciting a group to intentionally cause serious harm to health and failing to report a particularly serious crime

Prime Minister of Georgia inspects upgraded educational and training infrastructure at Batumi State Maritime Academy

Labour Inspection Service is monitoring occupational safety standards in high-temperature conditions nationwide

LAW

General Prosecutor’s Office has launched an investigation into Giorgi Baramidze’s statement under the charge of treason

In July, employees of the National Forestry Agency detected 48 environmental violations

Investigation Service exposed a fact of counterfeiting alcoholic beverages and manufacturing and sale of counterfeited excise marks

Criminal case of Giga Avaliani - Prosecutor`s Office charges two individuals with inciting a group to intentionally cause serious harm to health and failing to report a particularly serious crime

Nika Melia has been found guilty on the charge of contempt of court

REGIONS

Researchers from the LEPL Scientific-Research Center of Agriculture presented their findings at an international symposium

Prime Minister of Georgia inspects upgraded educational and training infrastructure at Batumi State Maritime Academy

Prime Minister of Georgia inspects container and fertilizer terminals at Batumi Sea Port

Public Service Hall Chairperson, his deputies visit Imereti region branches

Prime Minister of Georgia inspects Ambrolauri Arts & Culture Centre soon to undergo full rehabilitation

INTERNATIONAL NEWS

At least six killed, 15 wounded in Thailand school shooting, police say

Four wounded, two IDF soldiers killed as southern Lebanon conflict flares up

Trump says Strait of Hormuz to open 'very soon,' warns Iran of 'very hard' response if talks fail

Ukraine will never join NATO - Ukraine`s former military chief Zaluzhnyi

Cargo ship hit by unknown projectile in Strait of Hormuz

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