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Railway Accident Near Boychinovtsi Claims Two Lives, Injures One
The workers, employed by the National Railway Infrastructure Company, were performing routine maintenance on the railway line, including the replacement of sleepers, when they were struck by a tractor train
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Bulgaria Expands Rail Network with Five New Electric Trains from Skoda
This purchase builds upon an existing contract for 20 electric train units, marking a significant investment in modernizing Bulgaria's transportation network. During the meeting held in Sofia, Minister Stoyanova expressed optimism about the timely arrival of the new trains, alluding to previous delivery delays
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Bulgaria to Receive 20 New Electric Locomotives as Part of Recovery and Sustainability Plan
Alongside the locomotives, the contract includes a comprehensive maintenance package for a period of 15 years, ensuring the long-term operational reliability of the trains. Additionally, staff training will be provided to ensure proper handling and management of the new rolling stock
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Bulgarian State Railways Introduces Modern German Passenger Cars on Sofia-Burgas Route
Looking ahead, BDZ is preparing for a visit from a Deutsche Bahn team this fall. This visit will focus on providing comprehensive training for BDZ staff on the maintenance procedures for the new passenger cars
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Bulgaria Battles Water Crisis as Infrastructure Crumbles, Climate Worsens
The ministry revealed that more than 60% of water losses experienced by water and sanitation operators stem from outdated infrastructure, a situation mirrored in the irrigation sector, where over half of available water remains unused
Grigor Dimitrov Withdraws from Geneva Open Citing Medical Reasons
Dimitrov’s exit is a significant development ahead of the clay-court tournament, which serves as one of the final preparatory events before the French Open. His withdrawal opens up the draw for other contenders and removes a major obstacle for top-seeded players
Armed Robbery Targets Jewelry Studio in Sofia: Getaway Car Found Burned
No official statement has yet been issued by the Ministry of Internal Affairs, but sources from the Bulgarian National Radio have confirmed that the targeted premises was a workshop dealing in gold and fine jewelry
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Flu Season in Bulgaria Yet to Peak: Rising Cases and Health Warnings
Although some regions, like Blagoevgrad, have already seen a significant rise in flu cases, areas such as Sofia and Burgas have not experienced a major surge. However, hospitals in Sofia are beginning to fill up with flu patients, and the situation remains closely monitored
Bulgarian Sailors Reunite with Families After 14 Months in Houthi Captivity
The two sailors were accompanied by a Romanian crew member, who was welcomed by Romania’s ambassador. The release of the sailors followed a complex diplomatic operation spearheaded by Oman, a key mediator in regional conflicts