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Tajikistan’s Ombudsman inspects prison conditions in Vahdat

On September 24, Tajikistan’s Ombudsman, Umed Bobozoda, visited the YS 3/1 correctional facility in Vahdat to inspect the conditions under which inmates are held.

13:31, october 3, 2025

How much money do Dushanbe residents need for a good life?

For a comfortable life in Dushanbe, a single person needs about 4,850 somonis (518 USD) per month, excluding rent.

12:36, october 3, 2025

MBAKids: a new era of education and patronage in Tajikistan

Tajikistan stands on the brink of a new developmental phase, where the main focus is shifting from investments in infrastructure, businesses, and housing to the most valuable strategic asset: the

11:06, october 3, 2025

Hundreds of thousands of migrant children in Russia left outside school system, HRC head warns

Valery Fadeyev, Chairman of the Presidential Council for Civil Society and Human Rights (HRC), has raised serious concerns over the exclusion of hundreds of thousands of migrant children from

10:16, october 3, 2025

Islamic Institute of Tajikistan: a look into the religious education system

The Islamic Institute of Tajikistan, named after Imam Azam Abu Hanifa, is the country’s only religious educational institution.

09:49, october 3, 2025

Tajik dried fruits to be showcased at this leading food and beverage trade fair in Germany

13 dried fruits processors from Tajikistan, leading players in the Central Asian dried fruits industry, will participate in the prestigious Anuga exhibition to be held in Cologne, Germany from

09:26, october 3, 2025

CENTRAL ASIA

Uzbekistan to launch Central Asia’s first sustainable aviation fuel plant

In a groundbreaking move for Central Asia, Uzbekistan has announced plans to build the region’s first plant dedicated to producing sustainable aviation fuel (SAF).

09:08, october 3, 2025

Roghun Dam Project to offset environmental impact through forest restoration

The construction of Tajikistan’s Roghun Hydropower Plant (HPP) will proceed under t he environmental principle of “no net loss,” according to the updated Environmental and Social

17:18, october 2, 2025

SECURITY

Tajikistan reportedly completes 55% of draft target on first day, prompting questions about timing and transparency

Tajikistan’s Ministry of Defense announced that 55% of the national recruitment plan for the autumn military draft was fulfilled on the very first day of the campaign, which began on October 1.

16:55, october 2, 2025

EDB and Dushanbe launch project to create digital map of the Tajik capital

The Eurasian Development Bank (EDB) and the state unitary enterprise “Smart City” under the Dushanbe Mayor’s Office have initiated the development of a digital platform to create an

16:36, october 2, 2025

SECURITY

Tajikistan and Russia advance uranium site cleanup and peaceful nuclear cooperation

Tajikistan and Russia are strengthening their partnership in the field of nuclear energy, with a focus on the cleanup of uranium legacy sites and expanding cooperation in peaceful nuclear

16:22, october 2, 2025

WFP and the government of Korea rebuild schools in remote Tajikistan areas to strengthen food security

The Government of Tajikistan, the United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) and the Government of the Republic of Korea have completed the reconstruction of two schools in Rasht and Tojikobod

16:07, october 2, 2025

President Emomali Rahmon inaugurates a number of social and economic facilities in Temurmalik district

On October 2, President Emomali Rahmon paid a working visit to Temurmalik district in Khatlon province, participating in the opening of new educational, healthcare, and infrastructure facilities,

15:11, october 2, 2025

Power cuts begin early in Tajikistan amid unofficial electricity limits

Since September 21, residents of rural arears across Tajikistan have faced unofficial limits on electricity, with many reporting that power is available only for a few hours per day.

14:39, october 2, 2025

Tajikistan’s free economic zones: which of them is thriving and which exists only on paper?

Two of Tajikistan’s five free economic zones (FEZs) account for nearly all industrial output, highlighting stark disparities in development across the country’s special economic zones.

14:02, october 2, 2025

Vasl Bonk launches special promotion for money transfers to Uzbekistan and China

From October 1 to December 31, 2025, Vasl Bank is offering a special promotion: international transfers to Uzbekistan and China via the SWIFT system with 0% commission.

13:39, october 2, 2025

Internet and telecom networks restored in Afghanistan after 72-hour blackout

Afghan and international media reports say Internet and telecom networks have been restored in Afghanistan after a 72-hour blackout, resuming gradually with slow speeds, technical restrictions, and

13:18, october 2, 2025

Divorce fees in Tajikistan double following recent law changes

On October 1, Tajikistan's President Emomali Rahmon signed several laws, including a significant amendment to the country’s divorce fees, which have now doubled.

10:59, october 2, 2025

Tajik woman in Russia sentenced to 4 years in prison for housing fraud

A Tajik-born Russian citizen Tahmina Samadova, a large family mother, has been sentenced to four years in prison for committing fraud to obtain housing in Russia.

10:38, october 2, 2025

Teacher reportedly slaps student, leading to injury: Education Department responds

A slap from a teacher to a student has sparked controversy, with the student and his family claiming that the incident resulted in a traumatic brain injury.

09:48, october 2, 2025

ADB maintains strong growth forecasts for Tajikistan despite expected slowdown

The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has maintained its short-term economic growth forecasts for Tajikistan, predicting a slight slowdown over the next two years.

09:31, october 2, 2025

Judicial shake-up in Tajikistan: new appointments and retirements announced

Tajikistan’s upper chamber (Majlisi Milli) of parliament yesterday approved a series of high-level judicial appointments and dismissals proposed by President Emomali Rahmon, marking significant

09:07, october 2, 2025

Onion harvest in Tajikistan drops by a quarter

In the first eight months of 2025, Tajikistan produced over 500,000 tons of onions, marking a 27.3% decrease compared to the same period last year.

16:29, october 1, 2025

Tajikistan's proposed law on the status of teachers: progress or missed opportunity?

The recently proposed Law on the Status of Teachers in Tajikistan has sparked significant discussions among experts and the public.

16:00, october 1, 2025

CENTRAL ASIA

US investments in Uzbekistan's energy sector could reach $4 billion

Uzbekistan's Energy Minister, Jurabek Mirzamahmudov, announced that American investors are prepared to invest between $3 billion and $4 billion in the country's energy sector.

15:01, october 1, 2025

POLITICS

Central Asia in focus for the Kremlin: what will Putin's visit bring?

On October 9, 2025, Russian President Vladimir Putin will visit Tajikistan for a state visit, marking a significant diplomatic event.

14:37, october 1, 2025

SECURITY

The autumn conscription campaign starts in Tajikistan

The autumn conscription campaign began in Tajikistan on October 1 and runs through November. The autumn conscription campaign is carried out from October 1 through November.

11:23, october 1, 2025

U.S. Government shuts down partially — fourth time under Trump’s presidency

A partial shutdown of the U.S.

11:00, october 1, 2025

Kazakhstan donates 5,000 tons of fuel oil to Tajikistan as humanitarian aid

Kazakhstan has delivered 5,000 tons of fuel oil to Tajikistan as part of a humanitarian aid package valued at approximately $1.65 million.

10:41, october 1, 2025