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16:56, september 30, 2025

SOCIETY

Why are parents in Tajikistan preventing their children from going to school?

Despite ongoing efforts by authorities to control and penalize school absenteeism, there are still families in Tajikistan where parents refuse to send their children to school.

16:22, september 30, 2025

ECONOMY

Why businesses need their own "transfers," like in football

Companies frequently invest in the training of their employees, but these investments often end up benefiting competitors instead.

15:48, september 30, 2025

SOCIETY

Tajikistan concludes project on protecting vulnerable children's rights

A final conference titled "The Contribution of Social Work to the Protection of Vulnerable Children's Rights" was held in Dushanbe, bringing together over 40 representatives from

15:27, september 30, 2025

TAJKISTAN

Internet and phone services severed across Afghanistan, deepening isolation

In a significant move, internet and phone networks across Afghanistan were completely shut down, leaving millions of citizens without access to communication and information.

15:09, september 30, 2025

POLITICS

Sughd and Batken governors discuss resettlement amid Tajik-Kyrgyz border demarcation

Officials from Tajikistan and Kyrgyzstan met in Kyrgyzstan’s Batken Region on September 29 to address the resettlement of residents living in border areas affected by the ongoing delimitation

14:47, september 30, 2025

ECONOMY

Local seed banks established in GBAO to preserve agro-biodiversity

In Rushan and Ishkashim districts of the Gorno-Badakhshan Autonomous Region (GBAO), public seed banks have been established with the support of the Women and Earth and Pulse of the Planet NGOs.

14:36, september 30, 2025

SOCIETY

Tajikistan wins first medals at the 2025 CIS Games

The CIS Games in Azerbaijan have just begun, and Tajikistan's team has already made a strong impression by securing its first medals.

11:09, september 30, 2025

SOCIETY

Volunteers tackle pollution at Dushanbe’s “Mekhkaryer” Lake

On September 27, a significant environmental cleanup event took place on the southern outskirts of Dushanbe, aimed at restoring the shores of Mekhkaryer Lake.

10:31, september 30, 2025

POWER

Government discusses key development programs at September 29 meeting

On September 29, a government session was held under the chairmanship of President Emomali Rahmon, who is also Head of the Government.

10:08, september 30, 2025

POWER

Are Dushanbe residents satisfied with taxi services?

In recent weeks, social media has been abuzz with complaints about the work of Dushanbe's taxi services.

09:45, september 30, 2025

SOCIETY

Tajikistan's achievements in hydrometeorology showcased at CIS session in Tashkent

At the 36th session of the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS) Interstate Council for Hydrometeorology held in Uzbekistan’s capital, Tashkent, Tajikistan presented several key

09:28, september 30, 2025

POWER

Dushanbe CHP plants begin preparations for upcoming heating season

The combined heat and power (CHP) plants in Dushanbe, including Dushanbe-1, Dushanbe-2, and the Western and Eastern boilers, have officially started preparing for the upcoming heating season.

08:57, september 30, 2025

SOCIETY

Central Asia poised to become bridge between East and West, Tajik legal expert says

Central Asia is emerging as a region of growing strategic importance, with the potential to serve as a vital bridge between East and West in the coming decade.

17:09, september 29, 2025

SOCIETY

Eurasian Development Bank predicts decline in labor migration from Tajikistan to Russia

Tajikistan’s long-standing role as one of the world’s leading exporters of labor may gradually come to an end within the next three decades, according to analysts at the Eurasian

16:43, september 29, 2025

SOCIETY

Dushanbe to host international chess tournament for President’s Cup

Tajikistan will host a major international chess tournament for the President’s Cup from October 9-16.

15:44, september 29, 2025

SOCIETY

Which Tajik officials could be replaced by AI?

The idea of artificial intelligence taking on government roles is moving from science fiction into reality.

15:12, september 29, 2025

WORLD

Right-wing populist political party’s faction in State Duma proposes ending social pensions for foreign residents

The Liberal Democratic Party of Russia (LDPR)’s faction in the State Duma (Russia’s lower chamber of parliament) has once again raised the issue of abolishing social pensions for foreign

14:47, september 29, 2025

INCIDENTS

Case of woman accused of drowning her four children moves to Khatlon regional court

The criminal case of 28-year-old Madina Halimova from Farkhor district in Khatlon province, accused of killing her four young children by throwing them into the Surkhob River, has been finalized and

14:28, september 29, 2025

SOCIETY

Asia-Plus

A new medical facility has been inaugurated in the village of Jovidon, Vanj district of the Gorno Badakhshan Autonomous Region (GBAO), with funding from the Government of Japan amounting to nearly

14:07, september 29, 2025

ECONOMY

ADB to hold business opportunities seminar in Tajikistan

The Asian Development Bank (ADB), in partnership with the Tajikistan government, will hold a Business Opportunities Seminar in Dushanbe on October 16–17, 2025.

11:07, september 29, 2025

SOCIETY

Tajik lawmaker proposes social media ban for children under 14 — experts say it’s not the answer

Tajik lawmaker Dilnoza Ahmadzoda has proposed a controversial ban on social media use for children under 14, suggesting strict parental controls for teens aged 14 to 17.

10:42, september 29, 2025

SOCIETY

Qingdao Grand Prix: Tajikistan breaks into top 10 in international judo tournament

The 2025 Judo Grand Prix in Qingdao wrapped up with over 200 athletes from 26 countries competing for international ranking points and medals in one of the year's most prestigious judo events.

10:05, september 29, 2025

SOCIETY

Tourism in Tajikistan: what’s improved since 2020 – and what still holds it back

Tourism in Tajikistan: What’s Improved Since 2020 – And What Still Holds It Back Five years ago, Canadian traveler and researcher Christian Bleuer identified 25 key problems in

09:37, september 29, 2025

POWER

President Rahmon launches new industrial projects during visit to Vahdat

On Friday September 26, President Emomali Rahmon visited Vahdat Township, where he inaugurated several industrial facilities aimed at boosting local production and employment, the Tajik

09:16, september 29, 2025

SOCIETY

Romit Biosphere Reserve becomes part of the UNESCO’s World Network of Biosphere Reserves

On September 27, 2025, at the 37th Session of the International Coordinating Council of the Man and Biosphere Program in Hangzhou, China, the Romit Biosphere Reserve has officially been designated as

16:32, september 26, 2025

SOCIETY

Future leaders: what will participants discuss at Women in Tech Tajikistan 2025?

On September 27, the Women in Tech Tajikistan 2025 initiative will be officially launched at the IT Park in Dushanbe.

16:30, september 26, 2025

TAJKISTAN

The UN World Food Programme in Tajikistan invites to an online auction

The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) in Tajikistan invites you to participate in an Online Auction from Tuesday 30 th September to Monday 13 th October 2025, the auctioned assets are Light

16:00, september 26, 2025

POWER

Dushanbe Invest-2025: Tajikistan prepares to host major green investment forum in the region

From October 14 to 16, Dushanbe will become the focal point for global investors, entrepreneurs, and experts.

15:30, september 26, 2025

SOCIETY

National children TB hospital funded by Germany inaugurated in Tajikistan

The Machiton Tuberculosis Center for Children was officially inaugurated on September 26 in a ceremony led by Tajik President Emomali Rahmon and German Ambassador to Tajikistan York Schuegraf,

15:03, september 26, 2025

CENTRAL ASIA

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Why are parents in Tajikistan preventing their children from going to school?

Despite ongoing efforts by authorities to control and penalize school absenteeism, there are still families in Tajikistan where parents refuse to send their children to school.

Why businesses need their own "transfers," like in football

Companies frequently invest in the training of their employees, but these investments often end up benefiting competitors instead.

Tajikistan concludes project on protecting vulnerable children's rights

A final conference titled "The Contribution of Social Work to the Protection of Vulnerable Children's Rights" was held in Dushanbe, bringing together over 40 representatives from

Internet and phone services severed across Afghanistan, deepening isolation

In a significant move, internet and phone networks across Afghanistan were completely shut down, leaving millions of citizens without access to communication and information.

Sughd and Batken governors discuss resettlement amid Tajik-Kyrgyz border demarcation

Officials from Tajikistan and Kyrgyzstan met in Kyrgyzstan’s Batken Region on September 29 to address the resettlement of residents living in border areas affected by the ongoing delimitation

Local seed banks established in GBAO to preserve agro-biodiversity

In Rushan and Ishkashim districts of the Gorno-Badakhshan Autonomous Region (GBAO), public seed banks have been established with the support of the Women and Earth and Pulse of the Planet NGOs.

Tajikistan wins first medals at the 2025 CIS Games

The CIS Games in Azerbaijan have just begun, and Tajikistan's team has already made a strong impression by securing its first medals.

Volunteers tackle pollution at Dushanbe’s “Mekhkaryer” Lake

On September 27, a significant environmental cleanup event took place on the southern outskirts of Dushanbe, aimed at restoring the shores of Mekhkaryer Lake.

Government discusses key development programs at September 29 meeting

On September 29, a government session was held under the chairmanship of President Emomali Rahmon, who is also Head of the Government.

Are Dushanbe residents satisfied with taxi services?

In recent weeks, social media has been abuzz with complaints about the work of Dushanbe's taxi services.

Tajikistan's achievements in hydrometeorology showcased at CIS session in Tashkent

At the 36th session of the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS) Interstate Council for Hydrometeorology held in Uzbekistan’s capital, Tashkent, Tajikistan presented several key

Dushanbe CHP plants begin preparations for upcoming heating season

The combined heat and power (CHP) plants in Dushanbe, including Dushanbe-1, Dushanbe-2, and the Western and Eastern boilers, have officially started preparing for the upcoming heating season.

Central Asia poised to become bridge between East and West, Tajik legal expert says

Central Asia is emerging as a region of growing strategic importance, with the potential to serve as a vital bridge between East and West in the coming decade.

Eurasian Development Bank predicts decline in labor migration from Tajikistan to Russia

Tajikistan’s long-standing role as one of the world’s leading exporters of labor may gradually come to an end within the next three decades, according to analysts at the Eurasian

Dushanbe to host international chess tournament for President’s Cup

Tajikistan will host a major international chess tournament for the President’s Cup from October 9-16.

Which Tajik officials could be replaced by AI?

The idea of artificial intelligence taking on government roles is moving from science fiction into reality.

Right-wing populist political party’s faction in State Duma proposes ending social pensions for foreign residents

The Liberal Democratic Party of Russia (LDPR)’s faction in the State Duma (Russia’s lower chamber of parliament) has once again raised the issue of abolishing social pensions for foreign

Case of woman accused of drowning her four children moves to Khatlon regional court

The criminal case of 28-year-old Madina Halimova from Farkhor district in Khatlon province, accused of killing her four young children by throwing them into the Surkhob River, has been finalized and

Asia-Plus

A new medical facility has been inaugurated in the village of Jovidon, Vanj district of the Gorno Badakhshan Autonomous Region (GBAO), with funding from the Government of Japan amounting to nearly

ADB to hold business opportunities seminar in Tajikistan

The Asian Development Bank (ADB), in partnership with the Tajikistan government, will hold a Business Opportunities Seminar in Dushanbe on October 16–17, 2025.

Tajik lawmaker proposes social media ban for children under 14 — experts say it’s not the answer

Tajik lawmaker Dilnoza Ahmadzoda has proposed a controversial ban on social media use for children under 14, suggesting strict parental controls for teens aged 14 to 17.

Qingdao Grand Prix: Tajikistan breaks into top 10 in international judo tournament

The 2025 Judo Grand Prix in Qingdao wrapped up with over 200 athletes from 26 countries competing for international ranking points and medals in one of the year's most prestigious judo events.

Tourism in Tajikistan: what’s improved since 2020 – and what still holds it back

Tourism in Tajikistan: What’s Improved Since 2020 – And What Still Holds It Back Five years ago, Canadian traveler and researcher Christian Bleuer identified 25 key problems in

President Rahmon launches new industrial projects during visit to Vahdat

On Friday September 26, President Emomali Rahmon visited Vahdat Township, where he inaugurated several industrial facilities aimed at boosting local production and employment, the Tajik

Romit Biosphere Reserve becomes part of the UNESCO’s World Network of Biosphere Reserves

On September 27, 2025, at the 37th Session of the International Coordinating Council of the Man and Biosphere Program in Hangzhou, China, the Romit Biosphere Reserve has officially been designated as

Future leaders: what will participants discuss at Women in Tech Tajikistan 2025?

On September 27, the Women in Tech Tajikistan 2025 initiative will be officially launched at the IT Park in Dushanbe.

The UN World Food Programme in Tajikistan invites to an online auction

The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) in Tajikistan invites you to participate in an Online Auction from Tuesday 30 th September to Monday 13 th October 2025, the auctioned assets are Light

Dushanbe Invest-2025: Tajikistan prepares to host major green investment forum in the region

From October 14 to 16, Dushanbe will become the focal point for global investors, entrepreneurs, and experts.

National children TB hospital funded by Germany inaugurated in Tajikistan

The Machiton Tuberculosis Center for Children was officially inaugurated on September 26 in a ceremony led by Tajik President Emomali Rahmon and German Ambassador to Tajikistan York Schuegraf,

Kazakhstan’s foreign minister replaced

Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev has appointed a new Foreign Minister.