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10 million euros from PNRR for Destination Management Organizations

Irineu Darău, Minister of Economy, announced the launch of a financing program worth 10 million euros, intended for Destination Management Organizations (DMOs). The funds come from the National Recovery and Resilience Plan.

Bolojan: Starting next year, the mechanism for establishing local taxes will be modified

Prime Minister Ilie Bolojan announced on Tuesday that, starting next year, the mechanism for establishing local taxes will be modified.

Bacău. Romsilva wins lawsuit for over 43,000 hectares of forest

On Tuesday, Romsilva announced that it won the lawsuit for the restitution of the property right of 43,227 hectares of forest in Bacău, and the area remains in the ownership of the state.

64% of young Europeans used AI in 2025. Romanians at the bottom of the ranking

In 2025, almost 64% of young people in the European Union used Artificial Intelligence (AI). Romanian young people are at the bottom of this group, along with those in Italy and Poland.

Rapid sports base, modernized with 50 million lei

The sports base of the Rapid Bucharest club will be modernized with 50 million Lei, announced the Minister of Transport, Ciprian Şerban, on Tuesday.

Romania has consumed over half of its stored gas, but remains above the EU average

Romania has already extracted more than 50% of the gas stored in storage, but the current level remains above the European Union average. Authorities and operators estimate that the stocks are sufficient with more than a month left of the cold season.

Former President Iohannis’s protocol car put up for auction for 1,000 euros

A protocol car of former President Klaus Iohannis will be put up for auction. The starting price set by the organizers is 1,000 euros. Luxury gold watches will also be sold during the auction.

DNA chief on recent cases: nothing was scheduled, others will follow

DNA Chief, Marius Voineag, commented on the high-profile cases that have emerged in recent times. Nothing was scheduled, I am satisfied, others will follow, said Voineag.

Bolojan informs CCR: Romania risks losing 231 million euros from PNRR

Romanian Prime Minister Ilie Bolojan has sent the Constitutional Court of Romania an information letter warning about the risks generated by the delay in the magistrates' pension law.

US announces that it wants to cooperate with Romania regarding critical minerals

The US announced that it wants to cooperate with Romania regarding critical minerals. The announcement was made on Thursday through the US Embassy in Bucharest. Representatives of the Embassy in Bucharest published a message on their Facebook page. They claim that they want to collaborate with Romania regarding the consolidation of the sector. The collaboration […]

Manole announces support for pensioners in March and April. How much money will pensioners receive?

Florin Manole, Minister of Labor, announces the granting of support for pensioners from the Solidarity Package proposed by the PSD. „Pensioners with small pensions have felt more than anyone the impact of the VAT increase and inflation last year. Through the Solidarity Package, we propose a very simple thing: let’s be careful not to leave […]

Nicușor Dan: The Strategic Partnership between Romania and the United States of America is strong

The President of Romania, Nicușor Dan, stated that the military exercises that took place in Smârdan and in which Romanian and American forces participated show the solidity and continuous development of the Strategic Partnership between Romania and the United States. „The military exercises carried out in recent days in Smârdan, where Romanian forces trained alongside […]

Finance Minister: Parcel tax is a logistics tax that protects Romanian entrepreneurs

Finance Minister Alexandru Nazare said that no decision has been made at the Government level regarding a possible overlap of taxes on parcels from outside the European Union, taxes that were introduced in Romania, but which are also to be applied at the EU level. Minister Alexandru Nazare said in a press conference on Thursday […]

Drivers warned about the risk of involuntary roaming. Signs placed on the roads

Signs have been placed on several roads in the west of the country, warning drivers about the risk of involuntary roaming, which can lead to additional costs.

PMB: Bucharest residents without hot water and heat do not pay the heating agent at full price

The Bucharest City Hall announced on Wednesday that Bucharest residents without hot water and heat will not pay the heating agent at full price, but strictly according to the actual consumption and the parameters at which it is delivered.

Timi, the virtual assistant of the Timișoara City Hall, has been launched

 Timi, the virtual assistant of the Timișoara City Hall, was launched on Wednesday. She speaks in any language, makes online appointments and takes complaints.

Mihai Fifor asks the president to present evidence regarding the annulment of the elections

PSD deputy Mihai Fifor asks President Nicușor Dan to publicly present the evidence he said he has regarding the annulment of the elections: "The report of the Judiciary Committee of the US House of Representatives cannot be ignored."

PSD puts pressure on Bolojan: The social package is mandatory for 2026, there is nothing to negotiate

PSD is putting pressure on Prime Minister Ilie Bolojan. The social package is mandatory for 2026, there is nothing to negotiate, social democrat Adrian Câciu said. He was referring to the Solidarity Package proposed by PSD.

First artists confirmed for this year’s edition of Untold festival

Organizers announced on Tuesday the first artists who will come to Untold, the 2026 edition, organized between August 6 and 9 in Cluj-Napoca.

New car registrations plummeted in January

New car registrations plummeted in the first month of the year. Compared to January 2025, they decreased by a third.

Mircea Lucescu’s health condition is serious – sources

The health condition of coach Mircea Lucescu is serious, sources revealed to ProSport. Lucescu is hospitalized at the Bucharest University Hospital, and doctors have reportedly refused to approve the patient's transport abroad.

Maia Sandu on the list for the Nobel Peace Prize. A Norwegian parliamentarian made the proposal

The President of the Republic of Moldova, Maia Sandu, has been proposed for nomination for the Nobel Peace Prize by the Norwegian parliamentarian Arild Hermstad, leader of the Green Party of Norway. The initiative aims at the role of the head of state in defending democracy and the rule of law.

Bucharest Air Traffic: Flights to Otopeni and Baneasa are operating in winter conditions

Air traffic at Henri Coandă International Airport and Bucharest Baneasa Aurel Vlaicu International Airport is operating without disruption, even in winter conditions, and aircraft are landing and taking off safely, the airport authorities announce.

Tap water, drinkable and free at Henri Coanda Airport

The National Airports Company of Bucharest announced that tap water at Henri Coanda Airport is drinkable and can be consumed by passengers. Water will also be offered free of charge at special stations located in all areas of the terminals.

Speed ​​restrictions at the Danube bridge in Brăila. Repairs are being made again in the area

Authorities announce that new speed restrictions have been imposed at the Danube bridge in Brăila. Repairs are being made again in the area, the authorities report.

Liberty Galați puts assets worth 690 million euros up for sale. International auction in March

The state has given the green light for the sale of the assets of Romania's largest steel producer. A Romanian company and the Ukrainian group controlled by billionaire Rinat Akhmetov are among those interested.

INSCOP Barometer: Which institutions do Romanians trust the most

The INSCOP Barometer, conducted between January 12-15, 2026, shows that Romanians continue to have the most trust in two institutions: the Church and the Army.

All 120 km of the Arad – Oradea Expressway, covered by contracts

Cristian Pistol, general director of CNAIR, announces the signing of the contract for the execution of Lot 3 of the Arad-Oradea Expressway. It is the last contract covering the 120.47 km of this strategic connection between the two cities.

„The problem does not stop at the purchase”. Rogobete announces leasing for medical equipment

Health Minister Alexandru Rogobete announces the introduction of leasing for medical equipment in public hospitals. The decision comes after a meeting with representatives of central institutions, hospital management and professional organizations.

Driver Had Drugs in His System, Sources Say, After Minibus Crash Leaves Seven Dead in Timiș. Seven PAOK Fans Killed in Romania

Marijuana, energy drinks and vodka were allegedly found inside a minibus carrying 10 Greek passengers that was involved in a deadly traffic crash in western Romania.

Marine mine stranded on the beach in Midia

Soldiers from the Midia firing range discovered a stranded marine mine on the beach in front of the range on Wednesday, the Ministry of National Defense (MApN) reports.

Small farmers demand increase in aid for solariums. Costs could increase by up to 70%

Small farmers have asked the Ministry of Agriculture to increase the de minimis aid from the Tomato program, due to the sharp increase in production costs in vegetable growing.

Condition of the three greek fans. Doctor: They survived almost miraculously

The Manager of the Timișoara County Hospital, Dorel Săndesc, says that the three greek fans involved in the accident in Timiș County are cooperative and in stable condition, and they can even be transferred if they wish. The doctor states that they survived "almost miraculously".

PSD conditions cuts in administration to adoption of economic recovery measures

PSD accepts cuts in administration only if they come together with clear economic recovery measures.

Alina Gorghiu demands explanations after the murder in Hârlău: Femicide is not an accident

MP Alina Gorghiu demands explanations from the authorities after the murder in Hârlău. She says that femicide occurs due to the state's negligence in protecting victims of violence.

Florin Piersic turns 90. Emotional anniversary gala at TNB

Florin Piersic, one of the most beloved and emblematic figures of Romanian theater and film, turns 90 on Tuesday, January 27. The anniversary was marked on Monday evening, through a special gala organized on the Ion Caramitru stage of the "I.L. Caragiale" National Theater.

Bolojan, talks with Fitch agency about fiscal stability and public spending control

Prime Minister Ilie Bolojan met, on Tuesday, with representatives of the Fitch rating agency to assess Romania's economic and fiscal developments, in which context he presented the Government's measures for fiscal consolidation.

Two Romanians investigated in a case involving a website for hiring assassins

Two Romanians are currently under investigation in connection with a website that allegedly facilitated the hiring of assassins.

Bolojan on possible cracks in support for the government: It will be tested in Parliament

Support for the government will be tested in Parliament, according to Prime Minister Ilie Bolojan, when asked about potential cracks in the governing coalition.

Bolojan: this year marks the end of measures aimed at correcting the budget deficit

Prime Minister Ilie Bolojan announced that this year marks the end of measures aimed at correcting the budget deficit, assuring the public that no new taxes or duties will be introduced. Instead, the government is preparing economic support packages.