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15:38, march 14

A working group has been established in Tajikistan to combat maternal and child mortality

A working group has been established under the Ministry of Health and Social Protection of the Population of Tajikistan (MoHSPP) to provide methodological assistance in preventing maternal and child

10:42, march 14

BCPs along Tajikistan’s common border with Kyrgyzstan: map and schedule of their operation

On March 13, the Presidents of Tajikistan and Kyrgyzstan participated in an online ceremony to open the Guliston – Kyzyl-Bel and Madaniyat – Kayragach border crossing points (BCPs) on the

11:57, march 13

Migrants contributed 123 billion rubles in taxes to Russia’s budget in 2024

In 2024, tax revenues from migrant workers employed under patent-based work permits in Russia increased by more than 16%, Irina Volk, a spokesperson for the Interior Ministry of the Russian

11:37, march 13

Say a word about the poor teacher: salaries and status of educators in Central Asia

The average salary of a teacher in Tajikistan is 1,646 somonis (just over US$150), significantly lower than that of educators in neighboring countries.

15:48, march 12

Tajikistan ranked the highest among 11 countries surveyed in the areas of civil registration of refugees and IDPs

Eurasianet reported on March 11 that according to a just-released survey conducted by the UNHCR, Tajikistan is the most welcoming nation in Central Asia for forced migrants.

14:48, march 12

State Duma to review a ban on preferential housing for migrants who recently acquired Russian citizenship

The State Duma (Russia’s lower chamber of parliament) will soon review a bill proposed by MP Mikhail Matveyev, which may limit access to preferential housing for large families only to those

17:30, march 11

Nine people awarded the Lohuti Prize on Tajik Press Day

On March 11, a ceremonial event dedicated to the Tajik Press Day took place at the Sadriddin Ayni Academic Opera and Ballet Theatre in Dushanbe.

16:44, march 11

Dushanbe to host Navrouz Youth World Festival

From March 15 to 21, Tajikistan will host the Navrouz Youth World Festival, bringing together young leaders, entrepreneurs, and activists from 30 countries, according to the Committee for Youth and

11:51, march 11

ICB supports the development of national football in Tajikistan

The Investment and Credit Bank of Tajikistan (ICB) has announced a partnership with the Tajikistan Football Federation, emphasizing the importance of developing this sport for the country.

15:29, march 7

Economic empowerment of NEET individuals in Khatlon region

The UNDP’s project “Livelihood Promotion in Tajik Afghan Cross-border Areas” (LITACA III) is a four-year initiative, financed by the Government of Japan through Japan

09:47, march 7

Women of Tajikistan appeal to president to mitigate journalist Rukhshona Hakimova’s sentence

Around 130 women-mothers from Tajikistan have sent an appeal to President Emomali Rahmon, requesting leniency for journalist Rukhshona Hakimova, who has been sentenced to eight years in prison.

09:18, march 7

From "Loiq’s Divan" to "Tutiname": How the book exhibition and sale in Dushanbe went

On March 4, a book exhibition and sale featuring new publications by Tajikistan’s state publishing houses took place near the Mirsaid Mirshakar State Library in Dushanbe.

16:42, march 6

"Hundred Flowers of Chakan" festival brings together designers and artisans from across Tajikistan

On March 5, the closing ceremony of the national festival "Hundred Flowers of Chakan" took place at the State Philharmonic Hall named after Akasharif Jurayev in Dushanbe, featuring an

15:38, march 6

Why are the residents of Asht district leaving their villages in mass numbers?

Deserted streets, houses locked up, and an unusual silence for these areas: residents of the Asht district in the northern province of Sughd are migrating in large numbers.

14:10, march 6

Governor of Russia’s Vologda oblast decides to lift ban on migrant workers in construction sector

Authorities in the Vologda oblast of the Russian Federation have decided to lift the ban on employing migrant workers in construction.

10:26, march 6

Human rights organizations call for immediate and unconditional release of independent journalist Rukhshona Hakimova

The Observatory for the Protection of Human Rights Defenders (Observatory) has been informed about the continued arbitrary detention of Ms.

16:32, march 5

Dispute erupts in Russia’s Sverdlovsk oblast over housing allocation to a Tajik family

A new controversy has emerged in Russia’s Sverdlovsk oblast over the allocation of housing to a Tajik family with Russian citizenship, ural-news.net reports .

15:18, march 5

Tirgon festival officially recognized as a holiday in Tajikistan

The President of Tajikistan, Emomali Rahmon, has instructed the inclusion of Tirgon Festival in the official list of holidays in the country.

11:10, march 5

Parliamentary elections 2025 in Tajikistan: party leaders – even those who lost – are satisfied

The leaders of most political parties in Tajikistan have expressed satisfaction with the results of the latest parliamentary elections in the country.

17:03, march 4

Tajikistan authorities change electricity supply schedule for the holy month of Ramadan

During the Islamic holy month of Ramadan, the electricity supply schedule for residential customers in the rural areas of Tajikistan has been changed.

09:16, march 4

Tajikistan ranked among the "worst" nations in terms of freedom and rights

By the end of 2024, Tajikistan scored only 5 out of 100 points in political rights and civil liberties.

15:58, march 3

Increase in overweight and obesity in Tajikistan over the last 11 years

Tajikistan has witnessed a rise in overweight and obesity rates over the past 11 year s. In 2012 , 46.

15:25, march 3

Dushanbe authorities tighten control over food prices during Ramadan

Special monitoring groups have been established in Dushanbe to control food prices during the holy month of Ramadan.

14:53, march 3

Rohat teahouse set for demolition despite public opposition

In recent days, construction workers have started fencing off the iconic Rohat teahouse in Dushanbe.

10:38, march 3

Roghun HPP workers may skip fasting: mufti of Tajikistan explains who is exempt from fasting

On the eve of the holy month of Ramadan, the Chairman of the Council of Ulema of Tajikistan (the only fatwa-issuing body in the country), Saidmukarram Abdulqodirzoda, issued a fatwa stating that

16:37, february 28

Some media outlets, including Asia-Plus, are denied the right to cover parliamentary elections

Asia-Plus news agency and some international media outlets will not be able to cover the parliamentary elections in Tajikistan, which are scheduled for March 2.

14:16, february 28

Labor migrants in Russia way be allowed to work in Moscow and adjacent region on one patent

In Russia, the territorial scope of the patent system for labor migrants working in Moscow and St. Petersburg may be expanded.

12:27, february 27

How zypl.ai raised US$3 million from Prosus Ventures

The startup zypl.ai raised US$3 million, becoming the first project in Central Asia to receive an investment from Prosus Ventures, the world’s largest technology investor.

16:02, february 26

Tajikistan attempts to diversify labor migration, but experts believe efforts are insufficient

Amid restrictions and pressure on migrants in Russia, Tajikistan is striving to expand labor migration to other countries.

16:04, february 25

This year the contribution for zakat for Tajik Muslims having annual income of TJS36,000 set at TJS900

This year, Shuroi Ulamo (Council of Ulema – Tajikistan’s highest Islamic institution) has set the contribution for zakat for Muslims having annual income of no less than 36,000 somonis

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