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10:16, today

Tajikistan to miss the 2026 Winter Olympics in Italy

Tajikistan will not be represented at the 2026 Winter Olympic Games, which will be held in the Italian cities of Milan and Cortina d’Ampezzo.

09:21, today

Tajik citizens to gain access to employment opportunities in Japan and Benelux countries

The authorities of Tajikistan have stepped up efforts to diversify labor migration destinations by expanding cooperation with a number of European and Asian countries.

09:11, today

280,000 jobs created in Tajikistan in 2025 — Ministry of Labor

In 2025, approximately 280,000 jobs were created, restored, and put into operation in Tajikistan, although only about a quarter of them are permanent.

15:55, february 3

Tajik labor minister outlines key mechanisms for protecting labor migrants

On February 3, Tajikistan’s Minister of Labor, Migration and Employment of the Population, Ms.

14:53, february 3

Tajikistan’s grand mufti proposes establishing a Waqf Authority to regulate charity

Tajikistan’s Mufti and Chairman of the Council of Ulema (Shuroi Ulamo -- Tajikistan’s highest Islamic institution), Saidmukarram Abdulqodirzoda, has proposed the establishment of a Waqf

10:49, february 3

Religious organizations in Tajikistan donate more than 11.2 million somoni to charity

In 2025, religious organizations in Tajikistan provided more than 11.

10:38, february 3

Dushanbe–Chanak highway temporarily closed due to avalanches

The Dushanbe–Chanak highway, connecting Dushanbe to Uzbekistan, has been temporarily closed following a series of snow avalanches in Varzob district, the local branch of Innovative Road

10:19, february 3

Giving children “compound” names is not prohibited in Tajikistan — Language Committee

Giving children so-called “two-root” or “three-root” names is not prohibited in Tajikistan, Chairman of the Committee on Language and Terminology Sakhidod Rahmatullozoda told

16:41, february 2

More than 1,200 people fined last year for violating the law on traditions and rituals

In 2025, courts in Tajikistan fined 1,268 citizens, including three public officials, for violating the law on regulating traditions, celebrations, and rituals.

14:26, february 2

Tajikistan’s health ministry debunks fake reports about “doctors” spreading dangerous disease

The Ministry of Health and Social Protection of the Population of Tajikistan (MoHSSP) has denied reports circulating on WhatsApp about an alleged “group of unknown doctors” supposedly

16:24, january 30

Over 600 Tajik students expelled from Russian universities – Tajikistan’s Ministry of Education

In 2025, more than 600 Tajik students were expelled from universities in Russia. This was announced by Ms.

14:07, january 30

9,000 Tajik children return from Russia after struggling to access education

In 2025, approximately 9,000 Tajik children who had been studying in schools across Russia returned to Tajikistan due to difficulties in continuing their education abroad, the country’s

12:40, january 30

WHO assesses Nipah virus spread risk as low, no travel restrictions recommended

The World Health Organization (WHO) has assessed the risk of the Nipah virus spreading as low and does not recommend imposing travel or trade restrictions due to recent cases in India, according to a

12:07, january 30

Tajikistan reportedly resolves teacher shortage, education ministry reports significant increase in educators

The Ministry of Education and Science of Tajikistan has announced that the shortage of teachers in the country’s schools has been fully addressed.

11:45, january 30

Tajikistan’s education budget to increase to 14 billion somonis in 2026

In 2026, Tajikistan’s government spending on education will rise to 14 billion somonis, marking a 25.4% increase compared to 2025 and a 5.

10:23, january 30

Solar panels being installed in Dushanbe: a step towards energy savings and a sustainable future

The installation of solar panels has begun in the capital of Tajikistan, Dushanbe, including on roadways. This initiative reportedly aims to save electricity and ensure sustainable energy supply.

13:55, january 29

Dust storms in Tajikistan reach record numbers in 2025

In a report released at a news conference in Dushanbe, Bahodour Sheralizoda, Chairman of the Committee for Environmental Protection, revealed on January 29 that in 2025, Tajikistan recorded 63 dust

13:31, january 29

Tajikistan faces shortage of over 1,400 medical workers

As of early 2026, Tajikistan has 22,419 doctors and 64,909 mid-level medical professionals, representing a 1.9% and 2.3% increase, respectively, compared to the previous year.

10:48, january 29

Communications service agency discusses internet quality, 4G/5G coverage, and mobile operator penalties

On January 28, 2025, the Communications Service of Tajikistan held a press conference addressing key issues surrounding internet quality, pricing, 4G and 5G coverage, mobile operator penalties, and

09:59, january 29

Nearly 1,600 Tajiks returned home in coffins via Dushanbe last year

A press release from Dushanbe International Airport (DIA) says a total of 1,585 bodies of Tajik citizens were returned to Tajikistan via DIA last year.

09:00, january 29

Use of artificial intelligence identified in academic works in Tajikistan

In 2025, no cases of plagiarism were recorded in academic works in Tajikistan. However, the use of artificial intelligence was detected in over 100 academic works, leading to their rejection.

16:00, january 28

Tajik youth invited to apply for study program in Hungary

The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), in cooperation with the Government of Hungary, has announced the start of the application process for the International Scholarship

15:45, january 28

Free “Sayri Sada” tour organized for tourists in Dushanbe

On January 31, a free tourist route called “Sayri Sada” will be organized in the capital of Tajikistan, Dushanbe, for tourists and guests of the city, according to the Dushanbe Tourism

15:23, january 28

Tajikistan and Qatar expand cooperation in employment sector

On January 27, Tajikistan's Minister of Labor, Migration, and Employment of the Population, Ms. Soliha Kholmahamadzoda met here with Mr.

10:54, january 28

Regional administrator from Sughd links decline in peanut production in Mastchoh to Taliban’s rise to power in Afghanistan

The decline in peanut production in the Mastchoh District of Sughd Provincen has been linked to political changes in Afghanistan following the Taliban’s rise to power.

10:27, january 28

Nearly 3,800 people fined for electricity theft in Tajikistan over the past year

In 2025, nearly 3,800 people in Tajikistan were fined for violating electricity consumption rules—commonly referred to as electricity theft—with total fines amounting to approximately 1.

13:59, january 27

The official opening ceremony of the OVOP Shop took place in Dushanbe city

On January 26, 2026, the opening ceremony of the first “TOJIKZAMIN” brand shop (at Aini str. 42), established as part of the One Village One Product (OVOP) initiative, took place in Dushanbe.

11:57, january 27

Tajikistan to begin training military doctors

Starting from the 2026–2027 academic year, a new faculty for training military doctors will begin operations at the Avicenna Tajik State Medical University.

09:41, january 27

Tajikistan performs first endoscopic surgeries for prostate cancer patients

Until now, such operations were performed only via the open method—involving a large incision and tissue damage.

17:19, january 23

This year, the holy month of Ramadan will start in Tajikistan on February 18

According to the preliminary calculations, the holy month of Ramadan his year will start in Tajikistan on February 18, the Committee on Religious Affairs under the Government of Tajikistan (CRA) says.

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