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09:08, november 5

EDB expands cooperation with Tajikistan in digital transformation and artificial intelligence

A Memorandum of Understanding on Cooperation between Tajikistan's Ministry of Industry and New Technologies and the Eurasian Development Bank’s (EDB) Digital Initiatives Fund (DIF) was

17:05, november 4

Tajikistan's President holds key bilateral meetings in Doha

On the sidelines of the Second World Summit for Social Development in Doha, President Emomali Rahmon held a series of bilateral meetings on November 4 to discuss cooperation, according to the Tajik

16:45, november 4

WFP is looking for office space in Khujand

The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) is looking for a modern and secure office premise in Khujand city to establish a new field office.

16:33, november 4

Tajikistan’s President addresses UN Social Development Summit in Doha

On Tuesday November 4, President Emomali Rahmon of Tajikistan participated in the Second World Summit for Social Development held in the capital of Qatar, according to the Tajik president’s

15:29, november 4

Russia’s interior ministry warns migrants about risks of using exit and reentry to legalize status

The Russian Interior Ministry has issued a warning to foreign nationals regarding the misconception that they can renew their migration status and extend their stay in Russia by simply leaving and

14:38, november 4

Bokhtar power supply inspector fined for embezzling funds from consumers

A Bokhtar city court has fined Akobir Kholmumin, an inspector from the sales department of OJSC Electricity Distribution Networks" of Bokhtar, 15,000 somonis for embezzling 7,500 somoni.

14:12, november 4

Tajikistan to launch national 5G consortium to boost digitalization

Tajikistan is moving forward with the creation of a national 5G consortium aimed at accelerating the rollout of 5G technology across the country.

13:53, november 4

Tajikistan upgraded to Tier 2 in U.S. Human Trafficking Report, but faces significant challenges

The Government of Tajikistan has made significant progress in its efforts to combat human trafficking, earning an upgrade to Tier 2 in the U.S.

13:36, november 4

Uzbekistan introduces visa-free regime for U.S. citizens

Starting January 1, 2026, U.S. citizens will be able to visit Uzbekistan without a visa for up to 30 days.

13:24, november 4

Maldives imposes smoking ban for citizens born on or after January 1, 2007

The Maldives has officially banned the purchase, sale, and use of tobacco products for citizens born on or after January 1, 2007.

11:11, november 4

President appoints new leaders at key institutions, including universities and prosecutor’s office

In a series of recent government decrees, President of Tajikistan Emomali Rahmon has announced a series of high-level appointments across various sectors, including the Prosecutor General’s

10:48, november 4

Jailed journalist transferred to Dushanbe-based prison No.1, still awaiting surgery

The health condition of imprisoned journalist Abdusattor Pirmuhammadzoda continues to raise serious concerns.

10:16, november 4

Former chief of Tajikistan’s prison system, General Izzatullo Sharifzoda, dies in Dushanbe

Colonel-General Izzatullo Sharifzoda, former head of Tajikistan’s Main Directorate for the Execution of Criminal Sentences (GUIN), has died at the age of 71.

09:28, november 4

Central Asia-US summit should focus on addressing region’s growing repression, says HRW statement

Governments attending the Central Asia-US summit on November 6, 2025, should focus on improving their human rights records amid discussions of economic and security cooperation, Human Rights Watch

09:10, november 4

Tajikistan and Russia to launch $150 million cotton industry cluster

Tajikistan, in partnership with the Russian BTK consortium, is launching the country’s largest full-cycle light industry cluster—from cotton cultivation to garment manufacturing.

17:08, november 3

Over 1,000 earthquakes recorded in Central Asia and Afghanistan in one month

According to Volcano Discovery , a powerful earthquake with a magnitude of 6.3 struck Afghanistan on the night of November 3.

16:49, november 3

Emomali Rahmon to attend international summits in Qatar and the United States

President of Tajikistan Emomali Rahmon departed for the State of Qatar on November 3 for an official visit to take part in the Second World Summit on Social Development, according to the Tajik

16:22, november 3

“I’m tired of staying silent”: young woman in Varzob speaks out on disability barriers

At 29, Lailo Mamadyorova lives every day with cerebral palsy, yet her voice has grown louder than her obstacles.

15:41, november 3

Uzbekistan to penalize abuse of artificial intelligence technologies

The Senate (Uzbekistan’s upper chamber of parliament) has approved legislative amendments introducing administrative liability for the misuse of artificial intelligence (AI) technologies,

15:14, november 3

Once-disputed section of the Isfara–Chorkuh–Vorukh road reopens to traffic

A once-disputed section of the Isfara–Chorkuh–Vorukh highway, long closed due to border tensions between Tajikistan and Kyrgyzstan, has officially reopened to traffic.

14:36, november 3

World’s largest archaeological museum opens near Egypt’s pyramids

Media reports say Egypt has officially unveiled the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM), a monumental cultural project two decades in the making.

14:12, november 3

Tourism in Tajikistan on the rise: number of foreign visitors up by 24%

Tajikistan continues to strengthen its position on the global tourism map. According to the Agency for Statistics under the President of the Republic of Tajikistan, nearly 1.

11:12, november 3

Tajik authorities respond to overnight earthquake

The Geophysical Service of the National Academy of Sciences of Tajikistan has released details about the earthquake that struck during the early hours of November 3 and was felt across the country.

10:56, november 3

Tajikistan national team heads to Riyadh for 2025 Islamic Solidarity Games

Tajikistan is preparing to participate in one of the key sporting events of the year: the 6th Islamic Solidarity Games, set to take place in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, from November 7 to 21, 2025.

10:29, november 3

Lonely Planet names Tajikistan one of the world’s most inspiring travel destinations

Tajikistan has been recognized as one of the most inspiring destinations for hiking and wild camping in Lonely Planet’s prestigious Best in Travel 2026 list.

10:10, november 3

A celebration of flavor and tradition: Dushanbe marks World Food Day

On November 1, the gardens of the Serena Hotel in Dushanbe came alive with the sights, sounds, and tastes of the World Food Day Festival.

09:54, november 3

Moscow legislature approves increase in work permit fees for migrants

The Moscow City Duma has approved an increase in the cost of work patents for foreign nationals, raising the monthly fee from 8,900 to 10,000 rubles starting next year.

09:31, november 3

Powerful earthquake in Afghanistan sends tremors across Tajikistan and Central Asia

At least eight people have been confirmed dead and around 180 injured after a powerful earthquake struck northern Afghanistan early Monday morning, according to local authorities.

16:47, november 1

Tajikistan issues new commemorative banknotes to mark 25th anniversary of the national currency

Tajikistan has introduced new 100 somoni banknotes to commemorate the 25th anniversary of the introduction of the country’s national currency, the somoni.

16:06, november 1

Somon Air launches direct flights from Dushanbe to Mineralnye Vody

Tajikistan’s privately owned air company, Somon Air, has announced the launch of a new direct flight route between Dushanbe and Mineralnye Vody, Russia.

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