Samarkand State University enters QS Top 300 for modern languages

Samarkand State University has been ranked in the 251–300 band for modern languages in the QS World University Rankings by Subject 2026 results. A ceremonial event titled "Linguistic Victory: A Historic Step in the International Rankings" was held to mark...

14:45 09.04.2026
Film on the Center of Islamic Civilization featuring Ben Kingsley advances to New York Festivals 2026 finals

The documentary series “Whispers of Wisdom”, produced by the Islamic Civilization Center in Uzbekistan and created on the authorial initiative of the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan, has advanced the final stage of the New York Festivals TV &...

13:45 30.03.2026
Uzbekistan launches construction of first nuclear power plant

Construction of Uzbekistan’s first nuclear power plant (NPP) has officially begun, the Uzatom Agency reported, adding that initial concrete works are now underway at the site.

17:45 26.03.2026
Shavkat Mirziyoyev awards compatriot for heroic act in Russia

As previously reported, an Uzbek migrant worker, Khayrullo Ibadullayev, rescued achild who had fallen from the window of a multi-storey residential building in Saint Petersburg, Russia.

13:10 24.02.2026
Uzbekistan to contribute to construction of housing, schools, and hospitals in Gaza

President of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev delivered a speech at the first meeting of the “Peace Council,” held at the United States Institute of Peace. The event was broadcast live by the White House.

14:30 20.02.2026
Shavkat Mirziyoyev reviews proposals on training the first Uzbek cosmonaut

President Shavkat Mirziyoyev reviewed a presentation outlining initial efforts to launch an artificial satellite and prepare Uzbekistan’s first cosmonaut.

13:50 17.02.2026
Uzbek rider claims victory at prestigious Abu Dhabi tournament

From 11 to 15 February, one of the world’s most prestigious equestrian events - the CSI5* international show jumping competition - officially got underway in Abu Dhabi.

10:30 13.02.2026
Uzbek President awarded honorary titles of Doctor and Professor by a leading university of Pakistan 

As part of the first meeting of the Strategic Cooperation Council, a ceremony was held to confer the honorary titles of Doctor and Professor of the National Universityof Sciences and Technology (NUST) of Pakistan on the President of the Republic...

13:50 06.02.2026
A national hazardous waste disposal complex to be built in Navoi

Navoi regional governor Normat Tursunov met with Silver Delone, Vice President of Vision International Investment and Chief Executive Officer for Central Asia andthe Caucasus.

17:50 03.02.2026
The first inter-parliamentary forum “Uzbekistan – Canada” will be held in Uzbekistan

On January 26, First Deputy Chairman of the Senate of Uzbekistan Sodik Safoyev held a video conference meeting with Ziyad Abultaif, Chairman of the Canada–Uzbekistan Friendship Group in the House of Commons of Canada.

14:30 29.01.2026
UAE President awards Uzbekistan’s Ambassador Abdulaziz Akkulov with the “Independence” order

President of the United Arab Emirates Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan awarded Uzbekistan’s Ambassador to the UAE, Abdulaziz Akkulov, the First Class Order of Independence on the occasion of the completion of his diplomatic mission in the country, Dunyo...

13:25 22.01.2026
Uzbekistan among world’s seven fastest-growing tourism destinations — UN report

According to the Cultural Heritage Agency, a total of 6.1 million domestic and foreign tourists visited 114 state museums across Uzbekistan in 2025, representing a 12.5% increase compared with the same period in 2024.

18:25 16.01.2026
Khusanov delivered an unbelievable performance — Guardiola

Manchester City were held to a 1–1 draw at home by Brighton in the 21st round of the English Premier League on Tuesday.

15:30 09.01.2026
Samarkand — a tourism hub attracting millions of visitors

More than 3 million foreign and 5.5 million domestic tourists visited Samarkand Region in the first 11 months of 2025, pushing the average length of stay from 2.5 to 3 days and lifting tourism services exports to $606 million.

12:45 06.01.2026
Renowned pulmonologist and academician Abdulla Ubaydullaev passes away

Abdulla Muharramovich Ubaydullaev, an Honored Healthcare Worker of Uzbekistan and a prominent pulmonologist and academician, passed away at the age of 91. The news was confirmed by the Academy of Sciences of Uzbekistan.

14:50 10.12.2025
Jamshid Kuchkarov: No one gave us loans to cover the budget deficit

Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Economy and Finance Jamshid Kuchkarov explained why the state budget ran a surplus under the previous administration. He made the remarks on 3 December during a session of the Legislative Chamber of the Oliy...

17:25 04.12.2025
Ziroat Mirziyoyeva named among the world’s 100 most influential women fighting cancer

The international platform OncoDaily has published a list of the world’s leading women in the fight against cancer. Among them is Ziroat Mahmudovna Mirziyoyeva, First Lady of Uzbekistan and Chairperson of the Board of Trustees of the Zamin International Public...

11:12 12.11.2025
Uzbekistan's AI implementation and development strategy reviewed

As part of the 43rd session of the UNESCO General Conference in Samarkand, a presentation was held on the results of UNESCO’s Readiness Assessment Methodology project, which evaluated Uzbekistan’s preparedness for adopting artificial intelligence (AI).

10:08 11.11.2025
Uzbekistan national team to compete in international tournament in Dubai

The Uzbekistan national football team will take part in an international friendly tournament in Dubai during the FIFA international match window in November, the Uzbekistan Football Association reported on its official page. 

13:55 27.10.2025
Tourist Police: Safety and peace of mind for every visitor

The tourism sector in Uzbekistan is developing rapidly, creating a growing need for additional services and infrastructure networks to support it. In response, and in line with the Presidential Decree of 18 July 2024, “On Additional Measures to Improve Tourism...

17:20 20.10.2025

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