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12:32, today

First International Suzani Festival to take place in Panjakent

In honor of Panjakent’s official designation as a World Craft City, the city will host its first International Folk Art Festival, "Suzani of Panjakent.

12:15, today

Freedom Bank presents the future of banking services in Tajikistan

Freedom Bank held a press breakfast in Dushanbe on December 4, where the bank’s representatives shared insights into their new products and digital capabilities aimed at transforming banking

11:55, today

Tajikistan unveils program to address challenges in colleges and vocational lyceums

A four-year program has been adopted in Tajikistan to address the challenges facing vocational education, including colleges and professional lyceums.

11:33, today

EBRD and EU helping to tackle energy losses in Tajikistan

The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) is helping to enhance the sustainability and efficiency of Tajikistan’s electricity distribution network by organizing a financing

11:21, today

Tajik judo athletes maintain top-10 positions in IJF world ranking

On December 1, the International Judo Federation (IJF) released its updated world rankings, and Tajikistan's judo athletes continue to hold strong positions.

10:55, today

Leader of Palestinian group opposing Hamas killed in Gaza

Yasir Abu Shabab, the leader of the Palestinian group "Popular Forces," which opposes Hamas, has been killed in the Gaza Strip.

10:40, today

Court issues verdict in case of 2-year-old’s death at nursery in Dushanbe

A verdict has been issued in the case of the tragic death of 2-year-old Sudais at the private nursery "Pochemuchka" in Dushanbe’s Sino district.

10:20, today

South Korea announces 90-day voluntary departure program for Illegal migrants

South Korea has launched a 90-day voluntary departure program for foreigners living in the country without legal status.

10:10, today

The Roudaki Prize for Literature and Arts in Tajikistan now accepting submissions

The Committee for the State Roudaki Prize has announced the start of accepting submissions for the 2026 awards.

09:55, today

Asalbek Nazriyev: "The theater should be a mirror of life"

Famous Tajik actor Asalbek Nazriyev, People's Artist of Tajikistan, recently celebrated his 77th birthday.

09:28, today

Tajikistan's Government approves amendments offered to the Air Code

The Government of Tajikistan has approved a draft law amending the Air Code and sent it to the Majlisi Namoyandagon (Tajikistan’s lower chamber of parliament) for review.

09:00, today

SCO condemns armed attacks in Tajikistan’s border areas

The Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) condemned the armed attacks in Tajikistan’s border areas in a statement issued on December 3.

16:24, december 4

How student from Pamir becomes leader of a major bank: the story of Gulanor Atobek

Gulanor Atobek, the chairwoman of Alif Bank, skillfully manages not only a large financial institution but also her time, family, and personal interests.

15:36, december 4

Kyrgyzstan faces growing energy crisis, Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan step in to help

As winter approaches, concerns over potential heating and electricity shortages in Kyrgyzstan are intensifying, with neighboring Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan stepping in to prevent a full-scale crisis.

14:57, december 4

Russian lawmaker once again calls for the introduction of visa regime with Central Asian countries

The member of the State Duma (Russia’s lower chamber of parliament) Sergey Mironov, who is also the leader of the party "Fair Russia – For Truth," once again called for tougher

14:28, december 4

"Tajikistan must become more transparent" in precious metals mining sector

Tajikistan hosted Helen Clark, Chair of the Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative (EITI), from November 24-25.

14:05, december 4

Dushanbe to launch "QR Guide" project for tourists

A new project called "QR Guide" will be launched in Dushanbe, allowing visitors and locals to access information about the city's cultural, historical, and tourist sites.

11:01, december 4

"The homes are cold, there's nothing to warm up with." The blind in Hisor are left without electricity again

Residents of the Hayoti Nav settlement in Hisor district of Tajikistan, all of whom are visually impaired, are once again facing the problem of electricity cuts.

10:40, december 4

Tajikistan and Iran discuss expansion of industrial and technological cooperation

The Minister of Industry and New Technologies of Tajikistan, Sherali Kabir, yesterday met with the Ambassador of Islamic Republic of Iran to Tajikistan, Alireza Haghighiyan.

10:20, december 4

Kazakhstan approves penalty for wearing niqab in public places

Kazinform reports that the lower house of Kazakhstan's parliament has approved, in the second reading, a bill titled "On Preventing Offenses," which introduces penalties for wearing

10:00, december 4

Tajikistan announces new programs to support people with disabilities

Tajikistan is home to over 170,000 people with disabilities, making up 1.59% of the country's total population of 10.7 million, the lowest percentage among post-Soviet states.

09:45, december 4

Tajikistan denies talks about Russian military involvement in joint border patrols

Tajikistan has denied Reuters report on talks about involvement of Russian military personnel in joint patrols along Tajikistan’s common border with Afghanistan after deadly attack on Chinese

16:42, december 3

Revolut halts top-ups from cards issued in Tajikistan and 51 other countries

British fintech bank Revolut has blocked account top-ups from bank cards issued in 52 countries, including Tajikistan, Uzbekistan, and Kazakhstan, affecting customers residing in European Union

16:04, december 3

Putin signs decree facilitating resettlement of high-achieving foreign nationals in Russia

Russian President Vladimir Putin has signed a decree expanding resettlement opportunities for foreign nationals and stateless persons who have demonstrated significant achievements in science,

15:20, december 3

“The work of enemies”: Chinese ambassador discusses attacks on Chinese citizens with Taliban officials

Chinese Ambassador to Afghanistan Zhao Xing met with Mohammad Naeem Wardak, the Taliban government's Deputy Foreign Minister for Finance and Administration, to discuss recent attacks on Chinese

14:53, december 3

Tajikistan’s MFA denies reports of requesting Russian military aid in securing its border with Afghanistan

Tajikistan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs (NFA) has denied reports that the country requested Russian military assistance to help secure its border with Afghanistan.

14:28, december 3

Former EU foreign policy chief Federica Mogherini detained in Belgian anti-fraud probe

Media reports say former European Union foreign policy chief Federica Mogherini has been detained by Belgian police as part of a sweeping anti-fraud investigation.

13:54, december 3

When will the rains begin in Tajikistan, and what will winter 2025–2026 look like?

Winter 2025–2026 in Tajikistan is expected to be warmer than usual, according to a seasonal forecast provided to Asia-Plus by the national Hydrometeorology Center (Hydromet).

13:50, december 3

Tajik dried fruits shine at leading global food fair in Paris

Three dried fruit processors from the Tajik northern city of Isfara are representing Tajikistan at the prestigious Food Ingredients Europe 2025 exhibition, held in Paris from December 2 to 4.

11:02, december 3

Over 30 parents fined at mobile court session in Dushanbe

Authorities in Dushanbe have intensified efforts to hold parents accountable for the behavior of their children through mobile court sessions organized by the city’s police department.

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