Authorities attribute the deterioration of air quality in Tashkent to large dust masses detected by satellites on October 25–26 and precipitation levels nearly six times below normal. On the evening of October 26, the AQI reached 155–195, indicating an ‘Unhealthy’ level. The Ecology Committee has issued warnings to construction organizations, industrial enterprises, and thermal power plants, while Uzhydromet anticipates elevated dust concentrations until November 1.
Uzhydromet warned that until November 1, due to the absence of precipitation, weak wind and atmospheric inversion, concentrations of dust and other pollutants may rise in Tashkent. Daytime temperatures are expected to reach +18…+20, with around +8…+10 at night.
The outlet Sarpa.media examined a closed decision of the Tashkent khokim dated 29 November 2024, under which 131 facilities were transferred to entrepreneurs for the creation of standard mahalla centers under public-private partnership. The review showed that in many projects the mahalla is allotted only part of the first floor or basement, while the rest is occupied by hotels, residential buildings and commercial facilities. Violations of environmental legislation and links between developer companies were identified. The khokimiyat did not respond to the outlet's request. The outlet Sarpa.media examined a closed decision of the Tashkent khokim dated November 29, 2024, under which 131 facilities were transferred to entrepreneurs for the creation of standard mahalla centers under a public-private partnership. The review showed that in many projects the mahalla is allotted only part of the first or ground floor, while the rest is occupied by hotels, residential buildings and commercial facilities. Violations of environmental legislation and ties between the developer companies were identified. The khokimiyat did not respond to the outlet's request.
At the Republican Specialized Scientific and Practical Medical Center for Traumatology and Orthopedics in Tashkent, a hip joint replacement surgery was performed for the first time in Uzbekistan using a robotic assistant controlled by artificial intelligence. The surgery was broadcast live to all regions of the country. Chinese traumatologist-orthopedist Xu Peng took part in the procedure. The technology is planned to be introduced at the center's regional branches.
A court case in Tashkent has concluded regarding the fire of a Zeekr 001 electric vehicle while charging in April 2025. According to Kun.uz, the expert examination concluded that the manufacturer was not involved: the fire arose due to an imbalance of battery cells after a repair.
On the night of October 25–26, air quality in Tashkent deteriorated due to a temperature inversion, a sharp cold snap, and weak wind: PM2.5 and PM10 concentrations rose, and at certain monitoring stations the international AQI reached the 'unhealthy' and 'very unhealthy' categories. The Meteosat satellite recorded dust suspended over the city from 00:00 to 08:00. Throughout Monday, the air is forecast to remain unhealthy.
The Bureau of Enforcement is auctioning the lower three floors of a building in Tashkent's Shaykhantakhur district on the Jangokh massif. The starting price is 16.305 billion soums, with bidding scheduled for November 16. The lot is being sold by decision of the Bukhara Interdistrict Court for Economic Cases over debts.
The city administration responded to residents' appeals about the timing of the start of the heating season. Under the established rule, launching requires an average daily temperature below +8°C for five consecutive days, but the authorities promised to take the actual weather into account and not delay the decision in the event of a sharp cold snap. The exact date has not yet been determined.
Uzhydromet has presented a forecast for the week of October 26–30: Monday and Tuesday will be dry, on October 28 light rain is expected in places, turning into snow in the mountains. The temperature background corresponds to the climatic norm, and no precipitation is expected in Tashkent.
JSC Toshshahartranskhizmat responded to passengers' complaints about overly loud advertising on Tashkent buses: the company held a meeting with the lessee of the advertising spaces and recommended lowering the volume of the clips. The matter has been taken under control.
In the Utepa district of Tashkent on October 22, a 20-year-old driver in a Chevrolet Onix hit a pedestrian at an unregulated pedestrian crossing. The victim was hospitalized but, despite the care provided, died in hospital. According to the Millar program, the victim was a 20-year-old second-year student. An investigation is underway; a traffic light has been installed at the scene.
From October 25, temporary traffic restrictions are in effect in Tashkent on two sections — in the Sergeli and Yunusabad districts — where dedicated BRT bus lanes with a total length of about 2.8 km are being built. The roads are not fully closed: the works are taking place in the central part of the roadway.
JSC City Suburban Passenger Transport announced that the Choshtepa railway station, integrated with the metro, has been open for use since 23 October 2026. The project aims to reduce travel time and simplify transfers between suburban trains and the metro.
According to Uzhydromet's forecast for October 26, variable cloudiness without precipitation is expected in Uzbekistan. The temperature will be 15–20 degrees Celsius, and 10–15 degrees in the north. In Tashkent, 18–20 degrees; in mountainous areas, 12–17 degrees. The wind will be easterly, intensifying in places with blowing dust.
There is no pedestrian walkway in front of kindergarten No. 21 on Sebzor Street in Tashkent: after the territory belonging to 'REAL QURILISH BUILDING' was fenced off, parents with children are forced to walk along the roadway. Deputy mayor of the Shaykhantahur district Rasul Kuchkarov promised to arrange a temporary sidewalk within 15–20 days on the site of the frozen embassy construction.
From 09:00 on October 26 until 14:00 on October 27, the supply of drinking water will be suspended in six districts of Tashkent due to scheduled preventive and repair work on the networks as part of preparations for the 2026 autumn-winter season. Affected are the Yashnabad, Bektemir, Sergeli, Mirabad, Yangihayot and Mirzo-Ulugbek districts, including the airport, the GM plant and a number of social facilities. Drinking water is promised to be delivered by special vehicles.
The National Committee for Ecology and Climate Change of Uzbekistan reported that on the night of October 25 to 26, due to unfavorable meteorological conditions, PM concentrations in Tashkent may rise: under the international AQI the air may become 'unhealthy', and under the national index — 'orange'. The causes cited are cooling, weak wind and a temperature inversion.
