"In the future, we must address the issue of disabled children." Kadyrov calls for e-cigarette ban
Alisher Kadyrov, a deputy in the Legislative Chamber of the Oliy Majlis and head of the Milliy Tiklanish Democratic Party faction, has called for the adoption of a law to ban e-cigarettes in Uzbekistan. He made this statement during a session of the Legislative Chamber of the Oliy Majlis. Read more👉https://qalampir.uz/en/n/112363
Plane bound for Samarkand makes emergency landing in Moscow
On January 7, a Boeing 737 en route from St. Petersburg, Russia, to Samarkand made an emergency landing at Moscow’s Vnukovo Airport due to a technical malfunction. The incident was reported by UTAir.
The President of the Republic of Uzbekistan, Shavkat Mirziyoyev, has extended his condolences to Chinese President Xi Jinping following a devastating earthquake in Dingji County, Shigatse City, in southwestern China. The earthquake resulted in significant casualties and injuries. The statement was made by the Presidential Spokesperson, Sherzod Asadov.
Bakhtiyor Saidov engages with the EU’s high representative on key cooperation issues
Uzbekistan’s Foreign Minister, Bakhtiyor Saidov, held a telephone conversation with the High Representative of the European Union for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy, Vice-President of the European Commission, Kaia Kallas. Saidov shared this update on his social media page.
Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan, and Tajikistan Prime Ministers to meet on border issues
The Prime Ministers of Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan, and Tajikistan will hold a crucial meeting on border issues tomorrow, January 8, at the intersection of the three countries' borders. This was announced by the press service of the Kyrgyzstan Cabinet of Ministers.
Government imposes restrictions on unnecessary expenses in the 2025 budget
Officials in Uzbekistan have been instructed to cut back on unnecessary expenditures related to official cars, expensive soft furnishings, and office equipment. This directive is outlined in the Presidential Decree titled "On Measures to Ensure the Implementation of the Law of the Republic of Uzbekistan 'On the State Budget of the Republic of Uzbekistan for 2025'," signed on December 25, 2024.
485.7 billion sums to be paid to family of employee who died at work in Andijan
A total of 485.7 million sums has been allocated for payment to the family of an employee who tragically died while working in the Andijan region. The Ministry of Poverty Reduction and Employment reported this decision.
FIDE December rankings: Uzbek chess players shine with improved positions
The World Chess Federation (FIDE) has updated its December rankings, with 5 Uzbek chess players making notable improvements. This was reported by the FIDE press service.
Stanionis seeks to avoid mandatory title defense against Giyasov
IBF welterweight champion Jaron Ennis (33-0, 29 KOs) and WBA titleholder Eimantas Stanionis (15-0, 9 KOs) are in discussions for a unification bout, according to the Professional Boxing Federation of Uzbekistan.
Nexia crashes into pole, leaving 200 homes without electricity in Syrdarya
On December 7, 200 homes in Syrdarya region were left without power after a Nexia driver crashed into a utility pole. This was reported by the Ministry of Energy.
Uzbekistan sees higher IQ scores, ranks 69th internationally
Uzbekistan has risen to 69th place out of 127 countries in the global IQ (Intelligence Quotient) ranking, according to a report published by the International IQ Registry.
Khusanov transfer battle heats up with "Newcastle", "Man City", and "Real Madrid"
"Newcastle" has entered the race to sign Abdukodir Khusanov, the Uzbekistan national team defender currently playing for French club "Lens", according to "Goal.com".
Cash payments for bus fares in Tashkent now subject to fines
Starting January 1, cash payments for bus fares in Tashkent have been suspended, and passengers who attempt to pay in cash will face fines, according to a report by UzA.
Official silence on Gulnara Karimova’s penal colony transfer
Gulnara Karimova, the eldest daughter of Uzbekistan's First President, Islam Karimov, has been transferred to a penal colony in the Zangiota district of the Tashkent region. This information was reported by QALAMPIR.UZ.
Uzbekistan is considering a ban on the storage, transportation, or sale of certain tobacco products and nicotine consumption devices, including electronic cigarettes.