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Several drug distributors detained in Tashkent region

In Tashkent region, police stopped the activities of a group distributing drugs through stash drops. In Chirchik, two girls born in 2006 and 2008 were detained for distributing synthetic drugs through 41 stash drops; 1 kg 259 g of synthetic narcotics were found in their apartment. A man, a woman, and a underage girl born in 2009 were also detained on suspicion of distributing mephedrone; 2 kg 850 g of mephedrone, 200 g of alpha-PVP, and 200 g of heroin were seized. Four more alleged group members were detained in the Kibray district with about 200 packets of synthetic drugs. Among the detainees are natives of Syrdarya, Fergana, and Namangan regions, including university students. A criminal case has been opened; law enforcement is identifying other persons involved.

Darakchi.uz1 min read
Uzbekistan

A suspect in fraud was detained in Tashkent: he promised a plot for $840,000

In Tashkent, a man born in 1970 was detained for fraud. He promised to arrange documents for developing four hectares out of nine hectares of a non-residential facility in the Bostanlyk district, claiming he could resolve the issue through acquaintances among officials of the Cadastre Agency. He demanded $100,000 first and then another $740,000, totaling $840,000. He was detained in the Yunusabad district while receiving the first $100,000. A criminal case was opened under Part 4 of Article 168 (fraud), as well as Part 3 of Article 28 and Part 3 of Article 211 (bribe-giving).

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World

A benefit for migrants in Russia: some workers may be exempted from the Russian language exam

Russia's Ministry of Internal Affairs has proposed exempting certain labor migrants working in territories of advanced development from the Russian language exam. The draft law has been published on the portal of draft regulatory legal acts. It would exempt foreign citizens with work permits in these territories from confirming knowledge of Russian, Russian history, and the basics of legislation. There are 16 such territories in the Far East and two in the Arctic zone. Earlier, in 2025, migrants with work permits under a special quota were exempted from the exam, while requirements for other categories were tightened. In October–December 2025, over 201,500 people took the exam; 35.5 percent failed on the first attempt, but 87.9 percent ultimately met the requirement.

Zamon.uz · Darakchi.uz2 min read
World

It has become known which agencies Erkinjon Turdimov will oversee

First Deputy Prime Minister — Minister of Preschool and School Education Erkinjon Turdimov will coordinate the work of a number of ministries, agencies and regional khokimiyats under a presidential decree of October 9. His remit covers education, health, the Academy of Sciences, youth affairs, as well as cooperation with the MIA, SSS and National Guard on drug prevention, violence in schools and youth protection.

Darakchi.uz2 min read
Uzbekistan

In Tashkent today it will warm up to +24

Today there will be no precipitation across the republic during the day, only in Samarkand, Kashkadarya and Surkhandarya regions rain is possible in some places. Wind 7-12 m/s, temperature 20-25°. In Tashkent, no precipitation, wind 3-8 m/s, temperature 22-24°. In foothill and mountain areas, rain in some places, possibly heavy, turning to snow in high mountains; mudslide and flood events are possible.

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Uzbekistan

In Tashkent, a 19-year-old Toyota driver lost control and crashed into a Tracker

In the Yunusabad district of Tashkent, a Toyota SUV driven by a 19-year-old driver lost control and collided with a Tracker 2. The moment of the accident was caught on video. The crash occurred on October 12 at around 23:10 on the bridge on A. Donish Street. No one was injured; police are conducting an investigation.

Darakchi.uz · Kun uz1 min read