On April 27, a platform frequented by cybercriminals and data brokers saw a high-stakes listing: the personal data of employees from the Cybersecurity Center State Unitary Enterprise.

Uzbekistan plans to transform 25 high-priority reservoirs into major recreation hubs for both locals and international tourists, president Shavkat Mirziyoyev announced during a government meeting in Fergana province Tuesday.

The Public Safety Department of the Interior Ministry has launched a probe following social media reports of alleged misconduct by a patrol officer involving a minor.

The Environmental Police have launched a probe into a spill involving an oil-based fluid that leaked into a river in Boysun district of Surkhandarya.

In recent years, Uzbekistan's schools have seen a decline in the number of classrooms with more than 35 students. However, 5.2% of classrooms — some 13,500 out of a total of 259,636 — still exceed that threshold. At a press conference on April 21, senior officials from the Ministry of Preschool and School Education outlined their plans for addressing the shortage of school places.

In keeping with its tradition, the Tashkent Times is highlighting certain provisions of Uzbekistan's legislation that will come into force on May 1, 2026.

The Central Bank has deployed several amendments to the regulations governing foreign exchange operations. The resolution, approved by the regulator's board on March 30, was registered by the Ministry of Justice on April 22 with immediate effect.

In an exclusive interview, we spoke with Lisa Kaestner, IFC’s Regional Director for Türkiye, Kazakhstan, and Uzbekistan. Since assuming her role in early 2026, Ms. Kaestner has overseen a significant expansion of the IFC’s portfolio in the region.

By the end of the Q1 of 2026, the average gross monthly wage in Uzbekistan reached 6,825,000 soums, marking a 17.4% increase compared to the same period last year, the National Statistics Committee said in a report.

President Shavkat Mirziyoyev inspected the new facilities at the IT Park in Fergana. The complex was developed following directives issued by the head of state during his August 2024 visit. Constructed with 150 billion soums from the state budget, the facility can accommodate up to 200 people at once. It is designed to train and engage over 3,000 young people annually in practical projects and professional IT services.

The National PR-Center under the Tourism Committee of the Republic of Uzbekistan and Global Tech Weekend (GTW) have signed a memorandum of cooperation, marking the official launch of Global Cinema Weekend, a dedicated industry platform to be held as part of GTW Tashkent this May.

Uzbekistan must accelerate its economic growth and boost industrial efficiency, as current results have yet to match the country's true potential. president Shavkat Mirziyoyev delivered this message during a meeting on April 24.

In the collective memory of Uzbekistan, Sharof Rashidov remains a figure of grand, Shakespearean proportions—a man who navigated the treacherous waters of the Kremlin to build a nation under the guise of serving an empire. Born in a small city of Jizzakh to a family of a farmer, his story is not just a biography of a leader; it is the legend of a man who played a high-stakes game of "Oriental Chess" against the most powerful empire of the 20th century. While Moscow viewed him as their loyal proconsul in the East, many Uzbeks saw a "Great Protector" who successfully siphoned the Empire’s lifeblood to build a home for his people.

Uzbekistan is planning a comprehensive inventory of vacation rental homes (tourist cottages) alongside new measures to monitor rental pricing. These proposals are part of a draft resolution by the Tax Committee aimed at curbing the shadow economy within the tourism sector, which is currently open for public discussion.

As of 2025, Uzbekistan’s marriage stability index stands at 175.6 per mille, meaning there are approximately 175 divorces for every 1,000 marriages.

On Monday, the Burkhoniddin Marginoni Scientific, Enlightenment, and Tourism Complex officially opened in Margilan. Named after the renowned thinker, theologian, and Islamic jurist, the ceremony was attended by President Shavkat Mirziyoyev, his press service said.

The government has issued the Approval of Program of Steps to Enhance Legal Culture in Society for 2026–2027 resolution.

Over the past decade, the Jizzakh province has successfully transitioned from an agrarian economy to an industrial powerhouse. This transformation was highlighted by provincial governor Ulugbek Mustafayev during a meeting with the president on April 24.

On April 24, president Shavkat Mirziyoyev convened a meeting with regional governors and industry heads, demanding concrete results on key economic indicators and warning officials of their personal accountability for meeting these targets.

In Uzbekistan, residents are set for an extended break to mark the Day of Remembrance and Honor on May 9. Since May 9 falls on a Saturday this year, the public holiday will be observed on Monday, May 11. For those on a five-day work week, this creates a three-day holiday weekend: