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According to the Uzhydromet forecast, from October 23 to 25, dry and warm weather without precipitation is expected across Uzbekistan. At night +3 to +8 degrees (in the north down to 2 degrees of frost), during the day up to +20. East wind 7–12 m/s, strengthening to 13–18 m/s in the north and desert zone, with dust in places. No precipitation is expected in Tashkent.
Sevara AzamovaAccording to the Uzhydromet forecast for October 23, Uzbekistan will see variable cloudiness without precipitation, with an easterly wind of 7–12 m/s, strengthening to 13–18 m/s in the north and desert zone. In Tashkent, 19–21 degrees of warmth; across the republic, 17–22; in the mountains, 12–17.
Sevara AzamovaThe Ministry of Construction and Housing and Communal Services of Uzbekistan corrected the figure previously announced by Minister Sherzod Khidoyatov: 61 illegally built high-rise buildings have been identified in Tashkent, not 720. In total, the capital has more than 320 illegally built structures. The ministry apologized for the error but did not explain the discrepancy in the data.
Sevara AzamovaOn October 21, Tashkent mayor Shavkat Umarzakov met with Max Lamy, Oppenheimer & Co.'s head of investment banking for EMEA. The parties discussed the city's access to international capital markets, municipal bond issuance, public-private partnerships and attracting investment into infrastructure, signing a cooperation agreement. Details of the issuance were not disclosed. The city administration also held talks with Aquatech International on modernizing the water sector.
Javlon TursunovA forum was held in Tashkent with the participation of representatives of the technology industry, the scientific community, specialists from relevant agencies, and students. Topics discussed included drone security, electronic warfare, cargo logistics using UAVs, and resilient communication channels. Experts from EAS Company and foreign specialists delivered presentations.
Sevara AzamovaThe Tashkent khokimiyat reported that, as part of measures for the socio-economic development of the capital in 2026–2027, the financial condition of markets and trade complexes will be studied, an inventory of their property will be conducted, illegal structures and debts will be identified. Based on the results, proposals will be prepared, including the possible listing of assets for public auction.
Sevara AzamovaJSC 'Tashkent Metro' commented on social media reports about passenger crowding at the Pakhtakor station on October 20 at around 17:43. The cause was cited as the simultaneous arrival of two trains during rush hour. Due to passenger traffic growth exceeding 1.2 million people per day, the metro is reducing train intervals on all lines.
Javlon TursunovNIGMI director Donyor Turgunov reported that from September 28 to October 6 the main cause of air pollution in Tashkent was natural dust — 52−78% of PM2.5 sample composition. According to monitoring stations, since the beginning of the year PM2.5 concentration decreased by 28%, PM10 by 32% compared to 2025.
Sevara AzamovaThe State Assets Management Agency has put up for sale on E-auksion a four-story office building in Tashkent's Mirabad district, which currently houses the Ministry of Investments, Industry and Trade. The starting price is 159.52 billion soums, and the auction is scheduled for November 4.
Sevara AzamovaA ceremony marking the opening of the Honorary Consulate of Croatia took place in Tashkent. The initiative belongs to the President of Croatia, Zoran Milanovic. The event was attended by the Croatian Ambassador to Uzbekistan Refik Sabanovic and Honorary Consul Sarvar Ismailov. The consulate will facilitate business contacts, investments, tourism and culture, and also provide consular assistance to Croatian citizens.
Sevara AzamovaOn October 19, at around 15:10, in the Shaykhantahur district of Tashkent on the territory of the Malika shopping complex, internal affairs officers attempted to detain a wanted man. While fleeing, he collided with a BYD car, shattered its windshield, but continued running and was detained. He had been repeatedly summoned for investigative procedures and was placed on the wanted list for failing to appear. An investigation is underway.
Sevara AzamovaSince this year, Uzbek language speaking club meetings have been held in Tashkent on Sundays, led by teacher Abdulaziz Uzakov. Participants — mostly Russian-speaking city residents with A2–B1 level — practice live speech over tea and games. The club idea was proposed by student Diana Pchelintseva, who could not find similar meetings in the city.
Javlon TursunovAccording to Uzhydromet as of October 22, in Uzbekistan there will be no precipitation during the day. In the republic the temperature is 20–25 degrees, in Tashkent 21–23 degrees, in mountainous areas 13–18 degrees. Wind 7–12 m/s across the country and 3–8 m/s in the capital.
Sevara AzamovaOver the past year, more than 113,000 administrative protocols were drawn up against fare evaders in Tashkent, and 2.7 billion soums in fines were collected. 98% of those who did not pay are people under 30. The Ministry of Transport of Uzbekistan has developed a proposal to increase the current fine of 44,000 soums fivefold; the matter is being coordinated with other agencies.
Sevara AzamovaThe “Drive avenue” MCHJ car dealership in Tashkent promised to bring BYD cars from China on favorable terms and collected tens of thousands of dollars from customers. According to Kun.uz, Bekzod Bahtimurodov stood behind the company unofficially; a fraud case had previously been opened against him. According to the capital’s Main Department of Internal Affairs, the damages in the consolidated case amounted to 10 billion 902 million soums, of which 5 billion 207 million soums have been reimbursed.
Sevara AzamovaFrom October 21, a second high-speed CRRC Dalian electric train with five economy-class cars seating 415 passengers enters service on the Tashkent — Andijan — Tashkent route. Uztemiryulyulovchi reports a new timetable, cancellation of daytime runs No. 730/729 on Mondays from October 26, and schedule changes for several other trains and suburban electric trains.
Javlon TursunovFrom October 26 to November 1, 2026, Tashkent will host the second season of Tashkent Design Week under the theme “How Design Changes the City.” The central event will be the first public presentation of a model of New Tashkent — a city for 2 million residents — at Tashkent City Mall. The program includes public talks, an exhibition of object design, and city activations.
Sevara AzamovaMoona founder Saida Azim told Spot how she moved from Moscow to Tashkent in 2022 and created a concept store with niche international brands. The project, with investments of about 10 billion soums, opened offline in February 2024, brings together 27 labels, develops a café and pop-ups in Moscow and Tashkent, and has an average check of about $1,100.
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