Tajkistan

14:15, october 30, 2025

ECONOMY

EBRD opens applications for Central Asian startups to join Star Venture program

The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has launched a regional call for applications to its Star Venture program, targeting high-potential startups from Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan,

11:07, october 30, 2025

ECONOMY

Meat prices climb, fruits get cheaper in Tajikistan

Consumer prices in Tajikistan rose by an average of 2.2% from September 2024 to September 2025, according to new data from the country’s Statistics Agency.

10:33, october 30, 2025

SECURITY

Dushanbe completes autumn military draft ahead of schedule

The city of Dushanbe has fully met its autumn military draft quota ahead of schedule, according to the capital’s municipal administration.

10:08, october 30, 2025

SOCIETY

Tajikistan to develop national biodiversity strategy amid growing environmental challenges

Tajikistan has begun drafting a National Biodiversity Strategy and Action Plan — a landmark document that will shape the country’s long-term vision for environmental protection,

09:20, october 30, 2025

SOCIETY

Dust storm to blanket Tajikistan for four days

Tajikistan is bracing for a significant dust storm expected to impact several regions from October 31 to November 3, according to the country's Hydrometeorology Agency (Hydromet).

09:10, october 30, 2025

ECONOMY

GCF commits $250 million to ADB's glacier resilience program in Central Asia and beyond

The Green Climate Fund (GCF) has approved $250 million in funding for the "Glaciers to Farms" program, a major climate adaptation initiative led by the Asian Development Bank (ADB).

16:55, october 29, 2025

POWER

Tajikistan grants full military service exemption to all school teachers

In a significant policy shift, Tajikistan has amended its law on military service, granting a full exemption from compulsory military duty to all school teachers for the duration of their

16:34, october 29, 2025

LAW-ORDER

Three men arrested in Dushanbe with 36 kilograms of opium in major drug bust

Authorities in Dushanbe have arrested three men on suspicion of drug trafficking, seizing a significant haul of opium in the process, according to a statement from the Dushanbe Police Directorate.

16:11, october 29, 2025

ECONOMY

Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan launch joint work to boost regional cooperation and investment

In a significant step toward strengthening regional water governance and enhancing investment prospects, Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan have officially launched a bilateral commission for the joint

15:20, october 29, 2025

SOCIETY

Tajikistan makes history at Asian MMA Games in Bahrain

For the first time, Tajikistan has won gold medals at the Asian Games—an achievement secured during the debut of Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) at the 3rd Asian Games held in Manama, Bahrain.

14:55, october 29, 2025

SOCIETY

Russian Ombudsperson visits penal colony in Tajikistan, meets with jailed Russian citizens

Russia’s Human Rights Commissioner, Ms.

10:52, october 29, 2025

ECONOMY

Tajikistan increases consular fees for citizenship and visa services

The Government of Tajikistan has significantly raised consular fees for several services related to citizenship and visas, according to a recent official decree.

10:29, october 29, 2025

POLITICS

Iranian president and Tajik interior minister discuss security cooperation

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian and Tajikistan’s Minister of Internal Affairs, Ramazon Rahimzoda, yesterday held high-level talks in Tehran on strengthening bilateral cooperation in

10:00, october 29, 2025

SOCIETY

Tajik athletes praise TİKA’s support in advancing wheelchair basketball

Athletes from Tajikistan’s wheelchair basketball clubs “Ghayrat” and “Vahdat” have expressed gratitude to the Turkish Cooperation and Coordination Agency (TİKA) for its

09:55, october 29, 2025

SOCIETY

Tajikistan ranks among global leaders in volunteerism, according to 2025 World Happiness Report

Tajikistan has emerged as one of the world’s most altruistic nations, ranking fourth globally in volunteerism, according to the 2025 World Happiness Report.

09:45, october 29, 2025

SOCIETY

Tajikistan showcases contemporary art at inaugural Astana Art Fair

Tajikistan was among the participating countries at the first-ever Astana Art Fair, a major international contemporary art exhibition held from October 24 to 26 in the capital of Kazakhstan.

09:35, october 29, 2025

ECONOMY

Dushanbe City Bank expands cashless payments in GBAO

Dushanbe City Bank is broadening its digital services network and preparing to open branches in some of the most remote areas of the Gorno-Badakhshan Autonomous Region (GBAO).

09:00, october 29, 2025

LAW-ORDER

“Preventive measure changed”: anticorruption agency comments on release of ex-director of DIA

The Agency for State Financial Control and Combating Corruption under the President of Tajikistan has confirmed that the preventive measure against Ismatullo Abdullozoda, the former head of Dushanbe

16:52, october 28, 2025

INCIDENTS

Large portion of Ismoil Somoni Glacier breaks off in Tajikistan

A large chunk of the Ismoil Somoni Glacier has broken off in the Tojikobod district of Tajikistan, according to the country’s Emergencies Committee .

16:30, october 28, 2025

ECONOMY

Fish production in Tajikistan grows by 9%: trout, amur, and carp lead the way

Fish farming production in Tajikistan reached 96.7 million somonis from January to September 2025, marking an 8.

15:55, october 28, 2025

SOCIETY

Business and universities in Tajikistan: time to act in sync

The need for a unified standard in business education in Tajikistan has been a topic of discussion for some time.

15:03, october 28, 2025

SOCIETY

Kazakh Film Days kick off in Dushanbe

The Kazakh Film Days have officially started in Dushanbe, offering a selection of three films showcasing the vibrant cinematic talent of Kazakhstan.

11:32, october 28, 2025

POLITICS

Umut Acar: "Simplified visa procedure between Turkiye and Tajikistan is being discussed at the highest level"

Turkish Ambassador to Tajikistan, Umut Acar, was a guest on the Asia-Plus radio station, where he discussed the development of Tajik-Turkish relations, cultural diplomacy, and a topic that concerns

10:38, october 28, 2025

ECONOMY

Alif launches international transfers to UnionPay cards in over 180 countries

Fintech company Alif has expanded its international transfer services, now allowing users to send money directly to any UnionPay card issued anywhere in the world through the Alif mobile app.

10:23, october 28, 2025

POWER

Tajikistan to host first-ever National Telecom Awards in December 2025

Tajikistan will hold its first national telecom industry awards ceremony, Telecom Awards Tajikistan 2025 , in December this year.

10:06, october 28, 2025

ECONOMY

Tajikistan sees rise in average wages, but salary arrears persist

The average monthly salary of hired workers in Tajikistan reached 2,468 somonis in August 2025, marking an 8.

09:42, october 28, 2025

SOCIETY

Conservation outlook for Tigrovaya Balka Nature Reserve rated as ‘concern’ by IUCN

The conservation outlook for Tajikistan’s Tigrovaya Balka Nature Reserve has been assessed as “of concern” in the latest evaluation by the International Union for Conservation of

09:06, october 28, 2025

LAW-ORDER

Teacher charged for slapping student in Levakant, case moves to court

The criminal case against Farhod Nazarov, a teacher accused of slapping an 11th-grade student in the city of Levakant, has been forwarded to court.

16:40, october 27, 2025

ECONOMY

Tajikistan’s agricultural output grows by 8%: cotton booms, silk declines

Tajikistan's agriculture sector has posted significant growth over the first nine months of 2025, with a notable surge in cotton production and a downturn in silk output, according to official

15:58, october 27, 2025

INCIDENTS

Armed clash reported between Taliban forces and Tajik border guards

An armed confrontation reportedly occurred between Tajik border guards and Taliban forces along the Tajikistan-Afghanistan border on October 25 in the area between Shamsiddin-Shohin district of