A new land scandal has erupted in the Andijan region of Uzbekistan, where a mahalla chairman and a deputy governor were caught in an illegal land deal. The officials allegedly demanded tens of thousands of dollars to process 30 hectares of land, promising to change its category and complete the paperwork.
A number of new construction projects are being implemented in Tashkent, aimed at improving urban infrastructure and creating amenities for the population. The projects include the construction of new residential complexes, shopping centers, and road infrastructure.
Jamila Olimboyeva announced on her Instagram page the conclusion of a long-standing dispute over ownership of a residential house in the Mirzo-Ulugbek district of Tashkent. According to her, on April 30, 2026, based on a court ruling, the property was re-registered in her mother's name through a notary office.
The press service of Tashkent Metro has announced that from May 1, train services on the overground ring line will begin at 5:00 AM, one hour earlier than the previous schedule.
Uzbekistan, Tashkent – AN Podrobno.uz. Starting May 3, the high-speed electric train 'Jaloliddin Manguberdi' will begin service on the 'Tashkent – Khiva – Tashkent' route. The new service aims to provide comfortable and fast connections between the capital and the ancient city, boosting tourism and travel opportunities.
President Shavkat Mirziyoyev on April 30 reviewed a presentation on environmental protection, sustainability, waste management, and development of protected areas.
Uzbekistan, Tashkent – Podrobno.uz. The global chess community is eagerly awaiting a historic showdown: from November 23 to December 17, 2026, the World Chess Championship match will take place between reigning champion Gukesh Dommaraju of India and challenger Javokhir Sindorov of Uzbekistan. According to the official website of the International Chess Federation (FIDE), this duel will be the 'youngest' in the history of the fight for the chess crown — both grandmasters will be only 20 years old at the start of the match.
The chairman of a mahalla (neighborhood community) and the deputy governor of that mahalla in the Andijan district have been detained on suspicion of corruption, according to the State Security Service (SSS).
Violence broke out outside an Australian hospital where Jefferson Lewis, the man suspected of murdering a five-year-old girl, was being treated. Lewis was arrested late Thursday night local time in Alice Springs after being seen by local community members and reportedly attacked.
Palestinian Football Association President Jibril Rajoub refused to stand alongside Israel Football Association Vice-President Basim Sheikh Suliman during the 76th FIFA Congress in a heated moment. FIFA President Gianni Infantino attempted to bring the two leaders together, but Rajoub declined.
Early this month, a major fire broke out at the Beshqorgon market near the Hippodrome on the outskirts of Tashkent. It took over two hours to extinguish. The head of the Ministry of Emergency Situations arrived at the scene.
On April 30, a meeting chaired by Energy Minister Jorabek Mirzamakhmudov at the company 'Hududiy Elektr Tarmoqlari' resulted in the dismissal of 44 district and city electricity supply enterprise managers.