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In Tashkent, cameras have appeared on Fargona yuli street monitoring traffic along dedicated 'A' bus lanes. They cover a 6 km section in both directions. The cameras are also being installed in stages on other streets of the capital. Traffic on 'A' lanes for vehicles without the corresponding right is prohibited from 06:00 to 23:00, and a fine is provided for violations.
Javlon TursunovThe Tashkent Center for Traffic Organization synchronized 21 traffic lights on a 10-kilometer section of the Small Ring Road — from the intersection with Beruni Street to Katta Darkhon Street. According to measurements by the Traffic Management Center, travel time outside rush hour decreased from 26 to 20 minutes, i.e., by 23%. This is the longest 'green corridor' in the capital; the total length of the continuous 'green wave' on the MKAD reached 15 km.
Javlon TursunovBy order of the prosecutor general, Nilufar Allabergenova has been appointed deputy prosecutor of the city of Tashkent. She previously served as khokim of Yakkasaray district and worked in the prosecutor's offices of several districts of the capital.
Javlon TursunovConstruction 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.
Javlon TursunovThe 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.
Javlon TursunovThe press service of the capital's administration reported that Lazizbek Temirov has been approved as khokim of the Yangihayot district of Tashkent. Previously, he served as first deputy khokim of the Yashnabad district for economy and finance.
Javlon TursunovNilufar Allabergenova has been dismissed from the post of khokim of Yakkasaray district due to moving to another job and, according to Gazeta, has been appointed deputy prosecutor of Tashkent. Akmal Jumaboyev, first deputy khokim of Sergeli district, is being considered as a candidate for her post.
Javlon TursunovThe 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.
Javlon TursunovAfter 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.
Javlon TursunovEuronews Travel tells about Sigulda, which is called the autumn capital of Latvia: a cable car over the Gauja valley, the largest cave in the Baltics, Turaida Castle from 1214 and the legend of the 'Rose of Turaida'. It can be reached from Riga in about an hour by train.
Javlon TursunovThe 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
Javlon TursunovOn 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.
Javlon TursunovVatan 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.
Javlon TursunovIn 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.
Javlon TursunovFrom 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.
Javlon TursunovWeather 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.
Javlon TursunovA 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
Javlon TursunovSince 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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