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President Shavkat Mirziyoyev visited the administration of the Mirzo-Ulugbek district in Tashkent on April 23, according to the presidential press service.

Mirzo Ulugbek district has become the fourth district in Tashkent to establish a situation center and implement the 'Smart District' platform. President Shavkat Mirziyoyev visited the district administration on Thursday to review the center.

Uzbekistan, Tashkent – AN Podrobno.uz. President Shavkat Mirziyoyev visited the administration of Mirzo-Ulugbek district on April 23, where he reviewed the implementation of a new digital management and public security system.

The Bakhmal district of Uzbekistan's Jizzakh region may soon launch a pilot project introducing 'ice stupa' technology — artificial glaciers designed to mitigate seasonal water shortages. This was reported by the office of the UN Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) in Uzbekistan.

Barcelona winger Lamine Yamal has been ruled out for the remainder of the season after suffering a hamstring injury, but the Spanish international is expected to be fit for the 2026 World Cup, the club confirmed on Thursday.

The number of housing transactions in Uzbekistan reached 43,600 in March 2026, a 47% increase compared to February and more than double the figure from March last year. The sharp spike in activity, observed across all regions, is attributed to the transition to escrow account payments that took effect in April: buyers rushed to complete deals under the old rules.

Uzbekistan is expected to allow cash payments for alcoholic beverages in cafes, restaurants, and hotels, as announced during an open dialogue with entrepreneurs in the catering sector on April 21. Business owners complained that the current non-cash payment system has made it difficult to work with tourists.

Tashkent city authorities have decided to eliminate so-called bus 'pockets' at stops as part of a broader reconstruction of public transport infrastructure. Mirakbar Ikramov, head of the Main Department for Transport and Road Transport Infrastructure Development of Tashkent, confirmed the decision in an interview with the press service of the Toshshahartransxizmat company.

The capital of Uzbekistan, Tashkent, has been officially confirmed as the host city for the 2027 World Para Athletics Championships for senior athletes. This marks the first time such a high-level tournament will be held not only in Uzbekistan but also in the entire Central Asian region.

The Sanitary-Epidemiological Committee of Uzbekistan has reported a slight increase in meningococcal infections in 2026.

Many Uzbek citizens are reluctant to keep money on bank cards, fearing automatic deductions for loan repayments. Starting April 15, a new rule has taken effect: after automatic debiting, Uzcard cards must retain a non-reducible balance of 3 BRV (1.236 million soums).

On April 23, advertising holding Ledokol Group celebrated its 18th anniversary. The company's leaders shared their insights on current industry trends and what advertisers should expect.