Uzbekistan
Canadian singer David Carroll addresses Uzbeks
Canadian singer David Carroll, who performed the song “Don’t Fly Wizzness Class” about Hungary’s low-cost airline Wizz Air refusing to let Uzbek citizen Suhrob Ubaydullaev board a plane, has released a message on his Instagram page calling for full support of the track.
Uzbekistan
25.10.2025, 14:19
Man Caught Smuggling 5.2 Billion UZS Worth of Gold Jewelry from Kyrgyzstan into Uzbekistan
An Uzbek citizen has been detained while attempting to smuggle gold jewelry valued at over 5.2 billion UZS (approx. $410,000) into Uzbekistan from Kyrgyzstan, according to a report by the State Security Service.
Uzbekistan
18.07.2025, 10:07
World Bank allocates $100 million loan to modernize Uzbekistan’s power grids
The World Bank has approved a $100 million loan to support a program aimed at integrating renewable energy sources into Uzbekistan’s distribution networks and improving the reliability of electricity supply in priority regions across the country.
Uzbekistan
19.05.2025, 14:30
Nearly 27 kg of narcotic drugs seized at the Uzbekistan – Tajikistan border
Six individuals attempting to smuggle a total of 26.8 kg of narcotic substances from Tajikistan into Uzbekistan have been detained, according to the State Security Service (SSS).
Uzbekistan
19.05.2025, 11:09
The chairman of the Khanabad city court committed a crime
The Chairman of the Criminal Court of Khanabad city in Andijan region, Yu.E., has been held criminally liable for committing a crime, and his judicial powers have been terminated. This was reported by the Press Service of the Supreme Judicial Council.
Uzbekistan
12.05.2025, 12:43
130 sites in Uzbekistan may be added to the Cultural heritage register
A proposal has been made to include 130 sites located in various regions of Uzbekistan — including the Cabinet of Ministers building on Independence Square in Tashkent — in the national list of cultural heritage sites.
Uzbekistan
12.05.2025, 10:43
How Much of Gulnara Karimova's Assets Have Been Returned to Uzbekistan and Where Have They Been Spent?
A total of $313 million of Gulnara Karimova's funds frozen in Switzerland has been returned to the people of Uzbekistan. Of this amount, $95 million was transferred to the Trust Fund established jointly by the governments of Uzbekistan and Switzerland. From these funds, $87 million has been allocated equally between Uzbekistan’s healthcare and education sectors. The remaining funds are still being held in Swiss bank accounts under the supervision of the Swiss government.
Uzbekistan
29.04.2025, 12:21
China is both a risk and an opportunity for Uzbekistan
Recently, not only Uzbekistan but many other countries, particularly the United States, have started paying more attention to the economic risks and threats posed by China. In Uzbekistan's media and among some civil society activists, opinions are increasingly voiced openly about China being a threat not only economically but also geopolitically. Here, we will examine both the risks and the opportunities that China presents to Uzbekistan.
Uzbekistan
28.04.2025, 16:39
Tragedy in Uzun District: Detained Man Dies During Investigation
n the "Yangiyul" neighborhood of the Uzun district, Surkhandarya region, a man detained in connection with the brutal murder of a woman and her children has died during the investigation. The deceased man's family reported this to PARADIGMA.UZ journalists.
Uzbekistan
27.02.2025, 10:41
"Beshyog'och" controversy: Who is the owner of the land subject to demolition?
Today, on February 26, the next court hearing regarding the demolition of the "Beshyog'och" MFI building located in the Chilonzor district of Tashkent city was held at the Chilonzor district administrative court. PARADIGMA.UZ attended the court and witnessed the proceedings firsthand.
Uzbekistan
26.02.2025, 15:25
In Bukhara, more than 1,800 centuries-old trees are being relocated
Videos showing the uprooting of several decades-old trees along the Bukhara-Kogon road in Bukhara region have gone viral on social media, sparking widespread discussions. In response to the situation, the regional Ecology Department issued an official statement.
Uzbekistan
18.02.2025, 10:22
Seven people were arrested during a meeting in Samarkand
In Samarkand, seven employees from the energy sector were arrested during a meeting on the fight against corruption in the energy industry. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Energy.
Uzbekistan
17.02.2025, 11:33
Abandoned children in Russia brought back to Uzbekistan
Two children who were left without parental care have been brought back to Uzbekistan from the Russian Federation, according to the press service of the National Agency for Social Protection.
Uzbekistan
07.02.2025, 10:20
Five new universities to be established in Uzbekistan
According to decisions made by President Shavkat Mirziyoyev, five new higher education institutions will be established, including Bukhara State Technical University, Namangan State Technical University, Nukus State Technical University, the International University of Turkic States, and "Cyber University."
Uzbekistan
28.01.2025, 14:27
Fraud related to loan applications increases by 42% — Ombudsman
In 2024, cases of fraud related to loan applications increased by 42%. This was reported by the Commissioner for Human Rights of the Oliy Majlis (Ombudsman).
Uzbekistan
28.01.2025, 11:18
Mirziyoyev sends a letter to Trump: What did it say?
Shavkat Mirziyoyev, the President of Uzbekistan, sent a letter to the President of the United States, Donald Trump. In the letter, Mirziyoyev congratulated Donald Trump on officially assuming his position and invited him to visit Uzbekistan. This was announced by the President's press secretary, Sherzod Asadov.
Uzbekistan
21.01.2025, 17:17
Two-year-old girl from Fergana found with 135 magnetic beads in her stomach
A two-year-old girl from the Fergana region accidentally swallowed 135 magnetic beads. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Health.
Uzbekistan
11.01.2025, 10:12
Did the fire in the hotel spread to the "National Bank" building as well? The Ministry of Emergency Situations has released information regarding the fire
Reports circulated on social media yesterday, September 16, around 5:30 PM, about a fire breaking out at the "Miran International" hotel, located in the central part of Tashkent. It was also reported that the fire had spread to the nearby "National Bank" building. Two hours later, the Ministry of Emergency Situations announced that personnel had extinguished the fire.
Uzbekistan
17.10.2024, 10:56
In Russia, an Uzbek national died after being left in the woods by police officers
Two police officers in the Moscow region are set to stand trial after abandoning an Uzbek migrant in the forest. The man's body was found several months later, according to Mash. In May of this year, law enforcement officials detained a 45-year-old migrant who was intoxicated and left him in the woods between the villages of Dubrovo and Zagryazhskaya to "sober up." It is reported that they did not return for him, and as a result, he became lost in the forest.
Uzbekistan
09.09.2024, 14:55
Who is a journalist in Uzbekistan?
If the governor insults, if the minister accuses someone of serving someone, if the National Guard does not let him into the airport. Who is a journalist in Uzbekistan?
Uzbekistan
14.08.2024, 10:30