Tariff increase from October 1, 2025 Another round of tariff hikes for heating and hot water is being planned in Tashkent. According to a proposal announced on August 12, 2025, at a session of the city council of people’s deputies, prices could rise by 15% for households, 40% for businesses, and 19% for budget-funded organizations …
The Yakkasaray District Criminal Court in Tashkent has found four individuals guilty in the case of the death of Russian journalist Inessa Papernaya, her companion Maksym Radchenko, and Uzbek citizen Khushnud Udekov, who died from carbon monoxide poisoning at the Karaman Palace Hotel in October last year. The verdict was delivered on July 25 by …
Yesterday, my husband and I visited Dodo Pizza on Said Baraka Street — an area once considered one of the most prestigious in Tashkent, now turning into a gastronomic hub. The pizzeria is located in a central part of the city, with heavy foot traffic. On the surface, everything suggested a good experience — but …
Chilla in Uzbekistan means 41°C in the shade today, and 43°C is expected in the coming days. That’s the temperature in the capital — in the regions, it’s even higher. In direct sunlight, it likely reaches 60°C. You can’t even touch the car door — it’s scorching hot. What is сhilla? Chilla, also known as …
The Qur’an Museum in Tashkent is one of the most significant Islamic sites in Uzbekistan. It houses the legendary Qur’an of Uthman, also known as the world’s first Qur’an. This 7th-century manuscript is kept in the Muyi Muborak madrasah, located within the Khast-Imam complex, and attracts thousands of pilgrims and tourists. Many ask where the …
Earlier this week, the Tashkent Metro announced a significant reduction in train speeds and even the possible suspension of service due to high temperatures. The announcement appears to refer to the elevated sections of the metro system, although this is not explicitly stated. These elevated lines make up a substantial part of the network. It …