Deputy finance minister Mikhail Kotyukov, 36, given key job amid 'crisis' over science reforms.
Alrosa calls for end to $25,000 ceiling on individual diamond exports.
Minister of Energy Alexander Novak is proposing to slash the mineral extraction tax on new developments for quarter of a century.
The strategic crossing to be built on permafrost in jeopardy due to funds needed for Crimea.
Russian government proposes intriguing solution if Ulaanbaatar halts plans for hydropower dams on the Selenga River.
PM Medvedev was ordered to 'reprimand' Regional Development Minister Oleg Govorun for the slow pace of proposals to boost the east of the country.
Siberia's colossal resource potential is a great competitive advantage that needs to be skilfully deployed.
Russian president warns that 'the work is going slowly' and calls for progress.