08:52, 14 Jan
"Under pressure and without the right to defend themselves": Why were seven employees of Allamzhanov arrested for 15 days?
Following the assassination attempt on Komil Allamjonov, seven individuals employed by him were summoned to the Kibray District Police Department and charged with "petty hooliganism." Despite their denial of guilt, the judge of the district administrative court imposed a 15-day detention on each of them without hearing their testimonies.
08:52, 14 Jan
The Humo payment system was sold for $65 million.
An agreement has been reached regarding the privatization of the 100% state stake in the National Bank of Interbank Processing JSC. The auction winner, who offered the highest bid of $65 million, is Paynet JSC.
08:52, 14 Jan
In Tashkent, cash payments on buses have been eliminated. Have the issues been resolved?
Starting January 1, 2025, cash payments for bus fares in Tashkent will no longer be accepted. Payments will now be made using transport and bank cards, as well as one-time QR tickets. But how smoothly is the transition to this new system going? Reporters from Kun.uz sought to answer this question by conducting a survey on the streets of the capital.
08:52, 14 Jan
Political figure Rano Abdullaeva has passed away.
Rano Abdullaeva, the former Deputy Chairwoman of the Council of Ministers of the Uzbek SSR and Secretary of the Communist Party for Ideological Affairs, has passed away at the age of 89.
08:52, 14 Jan
Shavkat Mirziyoyev has embarked on an official visit to the UAE.
On January 13, the President of Uzbekistan, Shavkat Mirziyoyev, departed for the United Arab Emirates on an official visit.
08:52, 14 Jan
In Samarkand, five men died in one day due to poisoning.
In Samarkand, five men reportedly died in one day, presumably due to alcohol poisoning, according to a statement from the Prosecutor General's Office, as reported by Kun.uz.
08:52, 14 Jan
Uzbekistan will adopt a concept for the development of its transport and logistics system.
Uzbekistan is set to adopt a Concept for the Development of the Transport and Logistics System by 2030, as reported by Transport Minister Ilkhom Makhamov in an interview with Uzbekistan 24.
08:51, 14 Jan
Tashkent is set to receive 1,000 buses and will install 675 information kiosks to enhance public transport and access to information.
In 2025, Tashkent plans to introduce 1,000 buses and install 675 information kiosks for purchasing public transport tickets. This was announced by the Minister of Transport, Ilkhom Makhkamov, in an interview with "Uzbekistan 24."
08:51, 14 Jan
500 executives will be assessed for their susceptibility to corruption.
The aim is to cultivate an unwavering stance against corruption among public servants, implement a so-called "honesty vaccine," and develop preventive mechanisms in this area.
08:51, 14 Jan
"Ahangaran Cement" has been restructured into a limited liability company (LLC).
At the general shareholders' meeting of "Ahangarancement" on November 21 of last year, a decision was made to reorganize the company by transforming it into a limited liability company (LLC).
08:51, 14 Jan
A business center may be built on the site of the Beshagach market in Tashkent.
A business center is set to be constructed on the site of the Beshagach market in the Chilanzar district of Tashkent. Negotiations regarding this project have been conducted with the Turkish company Albayrak Holding.
08:51, 14 Jan
"What is the purpose of punishment?" - An in-depth interview discussing administrative arrests, judges, and the concept of justice.
In Uzbekistan, the number of individuals subjected to administrative detention each year exceeds 80,000, and this figure is on the rise. The portal Kun.uz conducted interviews with judges and human rights advocates to address issues related to the imposition of penalties for administrative offenses, pressure on the judiciary, "routine" articles, and more.
08:51, 14 Jan
JETEX will establish the first FBO service in Uzbekistan among CIS countries.
The private aviation company JETEX is set to establish the first and only FBO service in Uzbekistan. A memorandum of understanding has been signed between the Republic's Ministry of Transport and the company.
08:51, 13 Jan
Salim Abduvaliev has been released, according to sources.
Salim Abduvaliev, who was sentenced last year, was released on January 12 due to health issues, according to a source from Kun.uz.
08:51, 13 Jan
The Supreme Court of Uzbekistan will review the case involving the Allamjanov employees.
The Supreme Court of Uzbekistan will hear the case of Komil Allamjanov's employees, who were arrested for 15 days for allegedly violating public order, during an open session on January 13.
08:51, 13 Jan
In 2024, Uzbekistan's imports of electric vehicles and hybrids surpassed those of gasoline cars.
Last year, Uzbekistan imported 74,525 passenger cars with a total value of $1.27 billion. This represents a 7% decrease in quantity and a 33% decline in value compared to 2023. Additionally, the share of gasoline vehicles in the overall passenger car imports for the year also fell to 44.2%.
08:51, 13 Jan
In Uzbekistan, freight forwarding companies in the transportation sector will be exempt from VAT.
In Uzbekistan, freight forwarding companies engaged in international transportation will be exempt from VAT. The President of the country, Shavkat Mirziyoyev, reviewed a presentation on measures to further develop the transport and logistics system.
08:51, 13 Jan
New restrictions could reduce car imports to Uzbekistan by four times. How will this happen?
Three out of every four cars imported by Uzbekistanis may remain in customs warehouses. This is due to the introduction of new vehicle compliance assessment requirements and the insufficient capacity of the only laboratory available, resulting in prolonged electronic queues.
08:51, 12 Jan
Info kiosks will be installed at bus stops to sell electronic tickets for cash.
To prioritize bus movement, there are plans to extend the length of dedicated lanes for public transport to 150 kilometers.
08:51, 12 Jan
Cogeneration units will be launched in four districts of Tashkent.
In four districts of Tashkent, a project is set to be implemented for the launch of cogeneration plants that will produce both thermal and electrical energy.
08:51, 12 Jan
Large buses will be introduced on 10 new interregional routes.
The number of international bus routes will increase from 36 to 40.
08:51, 12 Jan
Environmental inspectors will be provided with service weapons.
Inspection vehicles will be equipped with special sound and light signals, as well as distinctive markings, classifying them as special vehicles.
08:51, 12 Jan
The Prime Minister of Pakistan will visit Uzbekistan.
According to The News International, citing its sources, Pakistani Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif is scheduled to visit Uzbekistan in February.
08:51, 12 Jan
New tax incentives may be introduced for certain companies in the electrical engineering sector.
To support the products of local electrical engineering manufacturers, a guaranteed market worth 15 trillion sums is set to be established. Additionally, a procurement process for renewable energy equipment from local producers for social facilities is being developed.
08:52, 11 Jan
The head of the Papkovsky district emergency services was arrested for accepting a bribe.
The head of the Emergency Situations Department for the Pap district of the Namangan region was apprehended while accepting a bribe, according to reports from UzA.
08:52, 11 Jan
Uzbekistan ranks 113th in the minimum wage index.
According to the ranking, in 2020, the minimum annual salary in Uzbekistan was $1,041, with an hourly wage of just $0.50. This is 30 times lower than in leading countries.
08:51, 11 Jan
"Top Secret" - The case regarding the assassination attempt on Komil Allamjonov is currently being reviewed in court.
The criminal case regarding the attempted assassination of former Uzbek presidential administration employee Komil Allamjonov has been submitted for review to the military court.
08:51, 11 Jan
Uzbekistan plans to implement assessments to evaluate the susceptibility of public officials to corruption.
In Uzbekistan, it is proposed to implement a practice for assessing the susceptibility of public officials to corruption, announced Akmal Burkhanov, the head of the Anti-Corruption Agency.
08:51, 11 Jan
Following criticism, a developer in Navoi has been detained for selling 167 apartments to 425 individuals.
Entrepreneur Mekhroz Rahmatov is accused of committing large-scale fraud. According to investigation materials, he deceitfully obtained funds from 133 individuals, totaling 37.8 billion sums. Previously, Kun.uz had inquired about the reasons for Rahmatov's freedom, despite the severity of the charges against him.
08:51, 11 Jan
The Central Bank of Uzbekistan has denied reports of fraud involving money withdrawals through phone calls.
The Central Bank of Uzbekistan has denied reports that scammers are withdrawing money from devices when receiving calls.
