Malatya

Malatya Chamber of Commerce election campaign

5 clusters · 11 sources · last updated about 11 hours ago

Latest: Mahmut Boyraz visits Darende for MTSO election campaign

The Malatya Chamber of Commerce and Industry (MTSO) presidency election has become a focal point for discussions regarding the economic future of Malatya. Initially, the Malatya Entrepreneurs and Businessmen Association

Turkey martyr and veteran benefits legislation (2024-2026)

13 clusters · 57 sources · last updated about 17 hours ago

Latest: Turkey to pay 217.2 million lira to veterans and martyrs' relatives

Following extensive consultations by the Defence Commission, a draft law to improve support for families of martyrs and veterans was prepared and debated. By early August 2024, a joint AK Party‑MHP amendment was approved

Turkish earthquake-related criminal trials

2 clusters · 28 sources · last updated about 20 hours ago

Latest: Avşar Otel earthquake collapse trial postponed to December 1

Turkish courts are conducting various legal proceedings related to the February 6 earthquakes. In Kahramanmaraş, a trial concerning the collapse of the Ezgi Apartment concluded with prison sentences for bakery operators

Turkish school supply safety and price inspections

9 clusters · 62 sources · last updated about 21 hours ago

Latest: Turkey school canteens prepare for new academic year

As the 2026-2027 academic year begins in Turkey, families face economic strain and health preparation challenges. The cost of school essentials continues to climb, with stationery, uniforms, and books contributing to wha

2026 Türkiye Culture Route Festival: Regional Updates

12 clusters · 65 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: Kahramanmaraş to host Turkey Culture Route Festival for the first time

The summer 2026 Türkiye Culture Route Festival continues to drive regional engagement and tourism across Nevşehir, Malatya, Erzurum, Ordu, and Kahramanmaraş. In Nevşehir and the Cappadocia region, the program has booste

TEKNOFEST 2026: Tech Entrepreneurship and UAV Competition

10 clusters · 50 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: Trendyol and T3 Foundation conclude TEKNOFEST E-commerce Competition

The TEKNOFEST 2026 technology festival continues to showcase advancements in maritime, quantum, and mobility sectors across Turkey. In Kocaeli, the Mavi Vatan festival featured naval and aerial demonstrations, including

Ongoing seismic activity in Turkey

4 clusters · 14 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: Seismic activity reported across Turkey and Aegean Sea

Turkey has experienced a series of seismic events across various provinces and maritime regions. Initial reports indicated multiple small-scale earthquakes in Balıkesir, specifically within the Sındırgı district, with ma

Malatya Bar Association presidential candidacy

2 clusters · 4 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: Ankara Bar Association: Democratic Left Lawyers Group announces candidate

Lawyer Çiğdem Ağdağ Baydoğan has announced her candidacy for the presidency of the Malatya Bar Association. If elected, she would become the first female president of the association. Baydoğan has pledged a management s

Historical cemetery and martyrdom restorations in Turkey

2 clusters · 4 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: Kırk Kardeşler Cemetery restoration to preserve Seljuk heritage

Various restoration and archaeological projects are being conducted at historical cemetery and martyrdom sites in Turkey. In Afyonkarahisar, students from the İscehisar Hacı Süleyman Selek Vocational and Technical Anato

Turkey 2026-27 school year preparation

14 clusters · 112 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: Turkey prepares for 2026-2027 academic year with new schools and support

As the 2026–2027 academic year approaches, Turkey is implementing significant curriculum reforms alongside logistical and regulatory changes. The ‘Turkey Century Maarif Model’ is being rolled out over a four-year period,

Malatya economic recovery and reconstruction

3 clusters · 7 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: Oğuzhan Ata Sadıkoğlu announces economic goals for Malatya

Economic recovery and reconstruction efforts in Malatya following the February 6 earthquakes remain a primary focus for local business and civic organizations. Leaders from the Malatya Chamber of Commerce and Industry

Turkey's housing reforms and urban transformation progress

13 clusters · 73 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: Turkey extends Yarısı Bizden urban transformation campaign

Turkey is expanding its urban renewal and social housing initiatives through a long-term reform plan. The ‘Yarısı Bizden’ (Half is Ours) project, designed to transform risky structures, has been extended until December 3

Turkey municipal police 200th anniversary celebrations

3 clusters · 37 sources · last updated 5 days ago

Latest: Turkish municipalities celebrate 200 years of Municipal Police

Municipalities across Turkey are holding ceremonies to commemorate the 200th anniversary of the Zabıta Teşkilatı (Municipal Police Force) and Zabıta Week, observed from September 1–7. In various cities, including Malatya

Smoking cessation in Malatya, Turkey

2 clusters · 20 sources · last updated 5 days ago

Latest: Turkey launches nationwide public health and addiction prevention initiatives

A 52-year-old civil servant in Malatya, Turkey, successfully ended a 35-year smoking habit. The individual was motivated by social feedback from a grandchild, who remarked, “Grandpa, you smell very bad,” as well as physi

Malatya earthquake reconstruction and restoration

9 clusters · 30 sources · last updated 5 days ago

Latest: Malatya officials inspect earthquake recovery efforts in Akçadağ

Reconstruction and restoration efforts in Malatya following the February 2023 earthquakes continue to progress through the reopening of commercial and cultural sites. In July 2026, the Bakırcılar Market and Şire Pazarı r

Turkey seismic activity & Marmara Sea fault movement

35 clusters · 132 sources · last updated 5 days ago

Latest: Osman Bektaş identifies new earthquake risk zones in Marmara region

Seismic monitoring in Turkey remained intense through August 2026. Following a 4.5 magnitude earthquake in Gaziantep on 9 August, activity intensified in the Marmara Sea near the Princes' Islands between 18 and 20 August

Turkey summer music & cultural festivals 2026

41 clusters · 82 sources · last updated 6 days ago

Latest: Turkey Culture Route Festival holds major events in Çanakkale and Kayseri

The Ministry of Culture and Tourism’s nationwide summer programme continued through August 2026, with the Türkiye Culture Route Festival expanding across multiple regions. In Malatya, the festival highlighted the city’s

Turkish municipal infrastructure and urban renewal projects

5 clusters · 70 sources · last updated 7 days ago

Latest: Turkish municipalities launch new social and cultural infrastructure projects

Turkish municipalities continue extensive road, infrastructure, and urban renewal projects across several regions. In Kahramanmaraş, families in Doğukent are receiving keys to new homes following the February 6 earthquak

Turkey July 15 commemorations

2 clusters · 6 sources · last updated 7 days ago

Latest: Gümüşhane commemorates July 15 martyrs with memorial program

Commemorations for the July 15 Democracy and National Unity Day have taken place across various regions in Turkey. In Malatya, Yeniden Refah Party Provincial Chairman Burhan Kılıç issued a statement characterizing the e

Fiber internet infrastructure access issues in Turkey

2 clusters · 4 sources · last updated 8 days ago

Latest: Türk Telekom restores fiber internet access in Altındağ apartment

In Gaziantep, residents of the Cebeler neighborhood in the Şahinbey district have protested the lack of fiber internet infrastructure. Approximately 160 households have relied on insufficient VDSL connections for nearly

Mining activity protests in Malatya

2 clusters · 4 sources · last updated 8 days ago

Latest: Hekimhan residents protest planned mining activities

In the Hekimhan district of Malatya, Turkey, local residents have launched protests against planned mining activities. Demonstrators blocked a meeting involving company representatives and notary officials, demanding the

Domestic violence murder-suicides in Turkey

2 clusters · 13 sources · last updated 10 days ago

Latest: Menteşe murder-suicide: Former couple found dead in Muğla

Two separate murder-suicide incidents involving former partners were reported in different regions of Turkey. In the Afşin district of Kahramanmaraş, a 46-year-old man killed his 36-year-old former spouse following an a

Turkish apricot branding and economic development

2 clusters · 4 sources · last updated 11 days ago

Latest: Malatya officials seek to boost economic value of local apricots

Stakeholders in the Turkish apricot sector are focusing on branding and geographical indication to enhance economic value. In the Baskil district of Elazığ, local authorities and agricultural cooperatives have launched a

Turkish judicial infrastructure and service reforms

2 clusters · 51 sources · last updated 13 days ago

Latest: Turkey begins new judicial year with ‘Alo Adalet 135’ launch

Turkish judicial officials have been conducting inspections of legal services and infrastructure across various regions. In Malatya, officials reviewed the construction of a new courthouse designed to include 100 courtro

International sporting events in Malatya, Turkey

2 clusters · 7 sources · last updated 14 days ago

Latest: Malatya hosts international wrestling tournament with 1,200 athletes

Malatya, Turkey, has hosted several international sporting events aimed at regional development and social normalization following recent earthquakes. In late August 2026, the city hosted the 9th International Golden Ap

Turkish athletic and sporting achievements

2 clusters · 12 sources · last updated 14 days ago

Latest: Turkish athletes achieve success in Mediterranean Games and UK athletics

Turkish athletes have achieved various milestones in both domestic and international sporting competitions. Domestically, sprinter Zülal Gültepe secured first place in the 100m, 200m, and 4x100m relay at the U-20 Club T

Turkey's summer cultural festivals continue nationwide

21 clusters · 72 sources · last updated 18 days ago

Latest: Toroslar Municipality hosts second annual Yörük cultural festival

The municipal-driven cultural wave that began in early July has expanded across Turkey through August. In late June, Denizli opened the 6th International Cartoon Competition exhibition, drawing artists from 41 countries.

Fatal coal mine collapse in Ankara, Turkey

2 clusters · 46 sources · last updated 20 days ago

Latest: Diyarbakır plaza fire leaves eight people affected by smoke

A fatal coal mine collapse occurred at the Çayırhan Energy Enterprise in the Beypazarı district of Ankara, Turkey. The incident, which took place around 18:00, was triggered by a ceiling collapse that created a sudden ai

Inönü University academic and outreach initiatives

2 clusters · 2 sources · last updated 20 days ago

Latest: Inönü University completes AI literacy academy for teachers

Inönü University in Malatya has undertaken several initiatives focused on academic outreach and professional development. In late July, the university launched a campus outreach program featuring information booths at a

Flooding and agricultural damage in Malatya

2 clusters · 27 sources · last updated 21 days ago

Latest: Turkish agricultural sectors face rising costs and market volatility

Heavy rainfall and flooding in the Hekimhan district of Malatya caused significant damage to homes, warehouses, barns, and vehicles. The flooding, caused by overflowing local streams such as the Uma, Sarıl, and Kızıldere