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Javlon Tursunov — tafs uz coverage of uzbekistan. News, key facts and context in English, Uzbek and Russian.

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An artificial lake covering 1.7 hectares is being built near Tashkent airport

Construction of an artificial lake with fountains covering 17 thousand sq. m has begun in the Kumaryk mahalla of the Sergeli district of Tashkent. The reservoir will be located directly under the aircraft landing approach path. The work is more than 30% complete, with completion planned by the end of the year. Water will be supplied from underground wells at a depth of 30 m.

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Abdulaziz Abdulhakov Appointed as Head of Yashnabad District in Tashkent

The press service of the Tashkent City Administration announced the appointment of Abdulaziz Abdulhakov as the head of Yashnabad District. Previously, he served as the Director of the Social Infrastructure Construction Department at UET Construction LLC. The former district head, Bakhtiyor Rahmankulov, has been relieved of his duties due to a transfer to another position.

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Hayot Inogamov Approved as Khokim of Chilanzar District of Tashkent

The press service of the capital's khokimiyat announced the approval of Hayot Inogamov as khokim of the Chilanzar district of Tashkent. Previously, since November 2020, he had headed the Yangihayot district. In Chilanzar he replaced Saidkakhor Kholkhujaev, who is expected to become Deputy Minister of Investment, Industry and Trade.

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Oncology patients in Tashkent complain about difficulties with electronic benefit referrals; Medical Insurance Fund responded

After the Republican Oncology and Radiology Center switched to electronic referrals via the DMED system, patients from Tashkent report delays and hours of running between offices. The Center explained the changes as relieving the polyclinic of load and ensuring transparency, while the State Medical Insurance Fund stated that financing does not imply delays in treatment. The Center and the Ministry of Health have not yet commented on the publications.

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Mont Blanc: new French measurements, summit 'grows' to 4,807m

The idea of a mountain growing may sound strange, but that is exactly what happens. Its height can even change in just a few years, as has occurred with Mont Blanc which, according to measurements released in France on Wednesday, now reaches 4,807.47 metres above sea level , almost two metres more than in 2023. The new calculations were carried out on 17 September by experts from the Haute-Savoie Departmental Chamber of Surveyors, whose territory includes part of the mountain shared by France a

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Tashkent lists addresses of gas shutdowns on October 14

On Wednesday, October 14, natural gas supply will be temporarily suspended in some mahallas of Tashkent due to repair work on gas pipelines. The restrictions will last from 10:00 to 18:00, the Hududgaz Poytaxt gas company reported. Affected areas include mahallas in Shaykhantahur, Chilanzar, Yakkasaray and Yunusabad districts, with thousands of households, multi-apartment buildings and wholesale consumers, including the Minor Jome mosque and the Embassy of Afghanistan, affected. Gas supply will be restored gradually after the work is completed.

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Vatan Construction Company

Vatan Construction Company handed over 3,000 apartments on time within the “Yangi Qo‘yliq 1” project, with cadastral documents ready along with the keys. The next 3,500 apartments will be handed over within about 3 months. The next project, “Yangi Qo‘yliq 2”, offers a down payment starting from 29 million soums and monthly payments from 4 million soums.

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Air quality in Tashkent may deteriorate to an unhealthy level in the evening

In Tashkent, air quality is expected to worsen on the evening of October 14. The pollution index may reach 100–150 points, which is considered an unhealthy level for sensitive groups of the population, according to the National Commission on Ecology and Climate Change. The highest concentration of pollutants is forecast between 22:00 and 23:00 in the northern and western parts of the city. The causes may be weak wind and temperature inversion, which cause pollutants to accumulate near the ground. People with respiratory illnesses and other sensitive groups are advised to limit prolonged outdoor stays and intense physical activity.

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Namangan to Host the V International Honey Festival

From October 23 to 25, the V International Honey Festival will be held at the Afsanalar Vodiysi theme park in Namangan. Local and foreign honey producers, entrepreneurs, international experts and industry representatives will take part. The program includes an exhibition and sale of honey and beekeeping products, agricultural fairs, an exhibition of agricultural innovations, business meetings, a pilaf-cooking championship, concerts and cultural events. Information tours of the region's investment, economic and tourist sites will be organized for foreign guests. The festival aims to develop international cooperation in beekeeping and expand export opportunities for local producers.

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It is +24 in Tashkent today

Weather forecast for the republic: most of the territory will be without precipitation during the day, wind 7-12 m/s, temperature 20-25°. In Tashkent, no precipitation, wind 3-8 m/s, temperature 22-24°. In foothill and mountain districts, rain is possible in places, turning to snow in high-mountain areas, with possible mudslide and flood events.

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Ukraine received no intelligence from partners about missiles headed to Kyiv, Zelenskyy says

A Russian ballistic missile hit a power plant in Kyiv on Tuesday evening, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said, without Ukraine receiving advance warning from its Western allies and despite US President Donald Trump's claim for an "energy ceasefire" in effect. Ukraine depends heavily on Western intelligence, especially from the US, to detect incoming Russian attacks and identify its own targets. Kyiv, home to about three million people, has faced intensifying attacks from Russian drones and miss

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First mobile palliative care service for children launched in Samarkand region

Since September 28, a mobile palliative care service for children with severe and incurable illnesses has been operating in the Samarkand region. More than 300 children in need of such assistance have been identified. Mobile teams of doctors, social workers and psychologists help children at home, relieve pain, develop individual care plans and teach parents necessary skills. The 'Inson' centers help families obtain social services and rehabilitation equipment. Construction of Uzbekistan's first children's hospice continues in parallel.

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Cold water will be shut off in 15 mahallas of Uchtepa and 9 mahallas of the Shaykhantahur district

Drinking water supply will be temporarily suspended in the Uchtepa and Shaykhantahur districts of Tashkent from 09:00 on October 14 until 15:00 on October 15 due to repairs of a 300 mm main water pipeline on the section from Ipakchilik street to Faziltepa street. In the Uchtepa district, 15 mahallas will be affected, including Degrez, Bogichinor, Bekabad, Koryogdi, Khondamir, Nishabariq, Sharq Yulduzi, Shofaizbog, Pakhtakor, Kukcha Oktepa, Jurjoni, Abdulla Qodiri, Beshkayragach, Khayratiy and Davlatabad. In the Shaykhantahur district, 9 mahallas will be affected: Kukcha, Zafarobod, Khuvaydo, Buston, Ipakchi, Eski Jarariq, Shofaiz, Uzbekiston and Beltepa. Residents are asked to stock up on drinking water in advance; after the work is completed, water supply should be restored.

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A suspect in fraud was detained in Tashkent: he promised a plot for $840,000

In Tashkent, a man born in 1970 was detained for fraud. He promised to arrange documents for developing four hectares out of nine hectares of a non-residential facility in the Bostanlyk district, claiming he could resolve the issue through acquaintances among officials of the Cadastre Agency. He demanded $100,000 first and then another $740,000, totaling $840,000. He was detained in the Yunusabad district while receiving the first $100,000. A criminal case was opened under Part 4 of Article 168 (fraud), as well as Part 3 of Article 28 and Part 3 of Article 211 (bribe-giving).

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