Uzbekistan is set to implement a comprehensive action algorithm to protect public health and manage industrial activity during episodes of severe atmospheric air pollution. This initiative, outlined in a recent presidential decree, introduces a structured response system ranging from public warnings to significant shifts in the operations of state organizations and industrial enterprises..

Starting from May 1, 2026, Uzbekistan will officially resume the "10,000 Steps" experiment, a move aimed at fostering a healthier lifestyle and improving environmental awareness across the nation. The initiative will see the return of the "Healthy Lifestyle" platform, known as 1hls.uz, which previously incentivized citizens to stay active through financial rewards..

According to the latest data from the National Statistics Committee, citizens from Russia and Kazakhstan accounted for the largest share of individuals moving to Uzbekistan for permanent residence during 2025. The figures indicate a concentrated interest in the country’s urban centers, particularly the capital city..

Uzhydromet, the national hydro-meteorological service, has issued an urgent warning for residents and travelers in the mountainous and foothill regions of Uzbekistan. Due to expected heavy rainfall on March 31 and between April 2-6, there is a significant risk of flash floods and mudflows across nine provinces..

Family and Women’s Committee of Uzbekistan proposed tightening divorce procedures. The draft law offers leaving divorce applications without consideration by courts if marriage was registered less than a year before. It also proposed extending reconciliation period for spouses from 6 to 12 months.

Renowned journalist Karim Bahriyev passed away at the age of 63. In the 1990s, he was a deputy in the first convocation of the parliament. Known for his independent stance, he was chief editor of newspaper Hurriyat, wrote the book A Word on Freedom of Speech and translated 1984 and Animal Farm.

The government of Uzbekistan has introduced a comprehensive system of rewards and state honors to encourage public and private participation in the "Yashil Makon" (Green Space) nationwide project..

Starting from April 1, state medical institutions across Uzbekistan will transition to a five-day working week. This shift in the operational schedule is designed to streamline the working process within the healthcare sector while ensuring that the quality and accessibility of medical services remain high for the general population..

The foundation stone has been laid for the Arashan Resort, a major tourist complex valued at $150 million, in the Pop district of Namangan region. Spanning 600 hectares in the foothills near the Arashan lakes, the project aims to transform the area into a premier destination for ecotourism and winter sports..

In a momentous occasion for both the people of Uzbekistan and the wider Islamic world, the newly reconstructed Imam Bukhari complex in Samarkand was officially opened on the day of Eid al-Fitr. This grand opening marks the completion of a massive transformation project aimed at honoring the legacy of the great Muhaddith..

New botanical gardens and dendrological parks in Uzbekistan will be developed as unified green complexes featuring at least 50,000 trees each. Under new regulations, construction and amusement rides are strictly prohibited within these zones, which have been designated as assets of national importance and are ineligible for privatization..

A tragic incident has claimed the lives of three family members in Urta Chirchik district of Tashkent region. The victims reportedly died from carbon monoxide poisoning in their place of residence..

The snow leopard is one of the world’s most elusive predators. A BBC team travelled to a nature reserve in southern Uzbekistan in search of the rare cat. Presenter Michaela Strachan told Gazeta why even finding a single track can feel like a remarkable moment.

May this sacred holiday bring peace, serenity, and renewed hope to every heart. May our country continue to prosper in stability, and may every home be filled with blessings, abundance, and joy..

The Tashkent city administration has announced that the phased conclusion of the heating season will begin on March 24. The decision comes as a result of the consistently warm weather and stable temperatures established across the capital..