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The press service of the Traffic Safety Department of the Tashkent City Internal Affairs Directorate provided a comment regarding the video circulating on social media. This was reported by Upl.uz. A video showing a young boy driving a "Malibu" car circulated on social media. The incident occurred in the parking lot of one of the shopping centers on Bunyodkor Street in the Chilonzor district. Regarding this case, the boy's father and the boy himself were summoned to the Traffic Safety Department of the Tashkent City Internal Affairs Directorate, preventive measures were taken, and legal actions were implemented. An administrative report was drawn up against the boy's father under the article "Failure to fulfill the obligations of raising and educating children" of the Administrative Liability Code of the Republic of Uzbekistan. To prevent such incidents, it is important to increase parental responsibility and teach children to follow safety rules. It was emphasized that every citizen plays a significant role in ensuring traffic safety.

Information was provided by the press service of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Republic of Karakalpakstan. This was reported by Upl.uz. On July 22, 2024, at approximately 14:00, Kopjursin Utepovich Khojaniyazov, born in 1970 and residing in the "Berdak" neighborhood of Kungrat district in Karakalpakstan, went missing after leaving his home for an unknown destination. According to the information, this citizen is a person with a Group II disability. So far, there has been no information about his whereabouts. If you have any information about this missing person, please contact the short number 102 or the following phone numbers: 97 348 20 41, 93 488 88 87, 61 312 34 02. Your help and information are considered important.

The winners of the cyber sports competition within the framework of the Ferghana Regional Tax Department Head's Cup have been announced. This was reported by Upl.uz. The press service of the Ferghana Regional Administration reported on this. During the summer holidays, in order to organize meaningful leisure activities for general education school students, university students, and youth, the regional tax department held the cyber sports competition “Tax Department Head's Cup.” The teams that won at the city and district stages competed in the regional stage in popular and modern computer games – “Counter-Strike” and “Dota.” According to the competition results, the Buvaiddin district team took first place in the “Counter-Strike” game. The second place was taken by the team from Kokand city, and the third place by the Uchko‘prik district team. In the “Dota” game, the team from Ferghana city took first place. The second place was taken by the Yazyavan district team, and the third place by the Ferghana district team. These competitions serve to develop cyber sports among youth and contribute to their spiritual and physical development. Additionally, such events help young people spend their free time meaningfully.

According to the press service of the Emergency Situations Department of Bukhara region, a fire occurred on the night of August 25, 2024, in the "Shaykh ul olam" neighborhood of Bukhara city. This was reported by Upl.uz. The fire was caused by the burning of various household waste on the roadside. Two fire-rescue teams were dispatched to the scene, but upon arrival, it was found that the fire had already been extinguished by local residents. No one was injured as a result of this incident. The Emergency Situations Department emphasizes that reports claiming the fire occurred in front of the church gate are not true. Therefore, the department asks the public not to spread unfounded and false information, as this may cause panic and misunderstandings among the population. The department recommends obtaining official information about incidents only from reliable sources.

The press service of Uzenergoinspektsiya reported the detection of illegal use of natural gas. This was reported by Upl.uz. Control measures were carried out in cooperation with employees of the Jizzakh regional department and specialists from the gas supply company. During the event, the “J.Sh.T.B.” medical institution located in Jizzakh city was inspected. As a result of the inspection, it was found that the control seals of the gas meter were broken, and the institution continued to use natural gas without permission. Relevant documents were drawn up regarding this case. The initial damage caused to the gas supply company amounted to 951.7 million soums. Currently, preliminary investigative actions are being conducted by law enforcement agencies. A final legal assessment will be given regarding this case. It is emphasized that strict compliance with the laws and regulations on the use of natural gas is necessary.

According to the press service of the Traffic Safety Department of the Khorezm Region Internal Affairs Directorate, a minor was found driving a passenger car in Koshkupir district. This was reported by Upl.uz. The person driving the "Damas" vehicle stopped by the road patrol officer was identified as a minor student in the 8th grade. Additionally, there were three other minors in the car who were taking a ride in the district. Administrative documents have been drawn up against the child's parents regarding this incident. Preventive talks were also held with the parents and the child. The internal affairs authorities advise parents to be responsible towards their children and not to allow them to operate vehicles. They warn that such situations can lead to serious consequences, including death. Every parent should prioritize the safety of their child.

Reports have been coming in about a constant burning smell appearing in some areas of Tashkent city, particularly in the Yakkasaray district. This was reported by Upl.uz. This smell is mainly noticeable after 11:00 PM. The "Tashkent Land" Telegram channel provided information about this situation. According to a local resident, it is impossible to open windows around the Korzinka store near the Airport on Bobur Street in the Yakkasaray district. This problem becomes more pressing as the autumn season approaches. Since the burning smell negatively affects air quality and people's health, it is necessary to resolve the issue. The city administration and relevant organizations should take this matter seriously and take prompt measures. Protecting the health of the local population and ensuring clean air is an urgent task.

According to the press service of the Pension Fund of the Republic of Uzbekistan, it has now become easier to determine the amount of accumulated pension. This was reported by Upl.uz. Citizens can register through the my.gov.uz portal and obtain complete information about the pension funds accumulated during their employment. It is recommended to follow the link below for this purpose: The accumulated pension funds are independent of the state pension system and are paid as a one-time payment by Xalq Bank upon reaching retirement age. In this way, citizens have the opportunity to conveniently and promptly monitor their pension funds. This service contributes to making the pension system in society more transparent and reliable.

Information was provided about a temporary restriction of vehicle traffic on a part of Shota Rustaveli street in Tashkent city due to reconstruction works. This was reported by Upl.uz. The press service of the Tashkent city administration reported this. The restrictions apply to the area from the intersection with Chuponota street (near the Bratskie mogily memorial) to the intersection with Mirabad street (next to the Rossiya hotel). These restrictions will be in effect from August 24 to August 31, 2025. The administration apologizes for the temporary inconvenience and asks drivers to plan their routes in advance and use detour roads. These measures are aimed at ensuring safe and orderly city traffic. Drivers are advised to determine their routes in advance.

As of January 1, 2025, it has been reported that there are a total of 10,244,241 families in Uzbekistan. This was reported by Upl.uz. These data were provided by the State Committee of the Republic of Uzbekistan on Statistics. The number of families varies by region. The highest number of families is in Fergana region, where 1,177,396 families are registered. Fergana is followed by Samarkand region (1,082,846 families) and the city of Tashkent (1,011,537 families). The lowest number of families was recorded in Sirdaryo region (251,415 families) and Navoi region (307,744 families). Below is the list of the number of families in the regions and the city of Tashkent as of January 1, 2025, arranged in descending order: Fergana region — 1,177,396 families, Samarkand region — 1,082,846, city of Tashkent — 1,011,537, Andijan region — 946,450, Tashkent region — 913,510, Kashkadarya region — 911,917, Namangan region — 834,796, Surkhandarya region — 740,005, Bukhara region — 615,418, Khorezm region — 580,823, Karakalpakstan — 499,417, Jizzakh region — 370,967, Navoi region — 307,744, and Sirdaryo region — 251,415 families. These figures clearly show the distribution of the number of families by regions.

A video showing a conflict between a law enforcement officer and citizens has circulated on social media. This was reported by Upl.uz. The video was posted by one of the affected citizens. It shows the citizen demanding the law enforcement officer not to violate parking rules. Then a conflict begins between the parties, and as a result, medical assistance is provided to the citizen. So far, official authorities have not commented on the incident. It is assumed that an internal investigation may be initiated against the officer. An inquiry and investigation are underway regarding this incident. It is emphasized that laws and regulations must always be respected in interactions between people. It is important that law enforcement officers perform their duties fairly and within the law. Additionally, citizens should know their rights and responsibilities and comply with rules and regulations. To prevent such incidents, all parties must approach the matter responsibly. Maintaining peace and order is the primary goal in ensuring social security.

Uzbekistan's judicial system has become a battleground for a new dispute in the education sector. This was reported by Upl.uz. Four history teachers filed a lawsuit against the Ministry of Preschool and School Education. They criticized the results of their qualification attestation, demanding a review of the final scores and compensation for moral damages. The case is being heard at the Interdistrict Civil Court of Shaykhontohur district. The session scheduled for 3:00 PM on August 14 started two hours late, only beginning at 5:00 PM. The proceedings, which were supposed to be presided over by Judge Gulhayo Jumaeva, were postponed indefinitely because the defendant—the ministry—had not received the lawsuit and had no opportunity to review it. The dispute arose from a single question in the attestation test. In the exam held on May 8, 2025, the question was: "Which tribe conquered all of Spain after Justinian I?" The test system accepted "Lombards" as the correct answer, based on the seventh-grade world history textbook published in 2022. However, the plaintiffs—two men and two women from various educational institutions—selected "Visigoths" as their answer. They supported their position with reliable sources such as the Britannica Encyclopedia, the English Wikipedia, the 2017 textbook edition, and historian Fozila Sulaymonova's work "West and East." The teachers emphasized that it is widely accepted in academic circles that Spain was conquered by the Visigoths, and this is also taught at the university level. The lawsuit stated that the test question creators should not rely on a single source, especially if that source contains factual errors. "When forming test questions, the defendant must rely on reliable and verified sources. Textbooks are written by people and are not free from errors," the complaint reads. The teachers noted that using conflicting information from different editions of the same textbook is incorrect. Additionally, the plaintiffs complained about procedural violations during the process. They reminded that according to the Cabinet of Ministers' resolution No. 572 dated September 17, 2021, attestation should be conducted based on the principles of transparency, cooperation, and fairness. In practice, however, the principle of transparency was violated. The timing of the appeal review is not announced through official websites, so they are unable to know which questions they answered incorrectly. Furthermore, the teachers claim their right to participate in the appeal process was violated. The appeal commission gave formal and identical rejections to all complaints without any explanations. These circumstances have damaged their professional reputation and caused psychological discomfort. Therefore, the teachers are demanding through the court that the ministry acknowledge their answer "Visigoths" as correct, recalculate the attestation scores, and change the final results. They are also requesting compensation of 10 million soums each for moral damages and 3 million soums each to cover attorney fees. Attestation holds significant importance in a teacher's professional career in Uzbekistan and directly affects their salary. According to Sardor Rahimboev, head of the department of the Ministry of Preschool and School Education, based on attestation results, a teacher is awarded a higher, first, or second qualification category for five years. Examinations are mandatory once every five years, and additionally, paid supplementary exams are held twice a year. The cost of these is one base calculation amount

In the first six months of 2025, the production of asphalt mixtures used in road pavements in Uzbekistan amounted to 760.3 thousand tons. This was reported by Upl.uz. This information is based on data from the State Statistics Committee of the Republic of Uzbekistan. This figure has increased by almost 69 percent compared to the same period last year, with production volume rising by 309.5 thousand tons. Over the past three years, asphalt mixture production has changed as follows: 249.6 thousand tons in 2023, 450.8 thousand tons in 2024, and 760.3 thousand tons in 2025. These figures confirm the effectiveness of the efforts being made to develop road infrastructure and create quality pavements. Additionally, the increase in production volume serves to improve quality and safety in the transport sector. The continuous development of road construction and repair works in Uzbekistan positively impacts the stable growth of the country's economy.

From January to June 2025, 9,738 pairs of twin babies were born in Uzbekistan. This was reported by Upl.uz. These data were provided by the State Statistics Committee of the Republic of Uzbekistan. The leading region in twin birth rates is Samarkand region, where 1,197 pairs of twins were born during this period. Additionally, Fergana region with 1,172 pairs and Kashkadarya region with 1,054 pairs ranked in the top three. The lowest twin birth rates were recorded in Navoi region with 233 pairs and Syrdarya region with 258 pairs. The number of twins by region is as follows: Samarkand region – 1,197 pairs, Fergana region – 1,172 pairs, Kashkadarya region – 1,054 pairs, Andijan region – 883 pairs, Surkhandarya region – 856 pairs, Namangan region – 778 pairs, Tashkent city – 730 pairs, Tashkent region – 686 pairs, Khorezm region – 544 pairs, Bukhara region – 486 pairs, Karakalpakstan – 451 pairs, Jizzakh region – 410 pairs, Syrdarya region – 258 pairs, Navoi region – 233 pairs. These data clearly show the distribution of the number of twin babies across regions in Uzbekistan. By analyzing birth rates, it is possible to study the demographic situation in the regions more deeply.

Due to the temporary closure of airports in some cities of Russia, the following Uzbekistan Airways flights have been redirected to alternate airports: flight HY649, flying from Tashkent to Kazan, is currently at the alternate airport in Samara; also, flight HY9671, redirected from Tashkent to Nizhniy Novgorod, is currently located at the Domodedovo alternate airport in Moscow. This was reported by Upl.uz. These changes have been made to ensure the safety of passengers. The airline asks passengers for understanding and patience and provides additional information about flight schedules through the official website and customer service center. Once air traffic restrictions are lifted, flights will return to their original routes. All necessary measures are being taken to ensure passenger convenience.

The press service of the Tashkent region Department of Internal Affairs commented on the information circulating on social networks. This was reported by Upl.uz. On the night of August 22 to August 23, in the city of Chirchiq, a preventive inspector identified the identity of a citizen who had committed a crime and was hiding from the investigative authorities. The internal affairs officer attempted to apprehend this person and take them to the local internal affairs department. However, the criminal resisted and damaged the service vehicle. As a result of the incident, no one was injured, and the citizen was taken to the internal affairs department in accordance with the established procedure. Relevant documents have been drawn up against him. The investigation into the previously opened criminal case is ongoing. It was emphasized at the relevant agency that this incident was not a special raid or operation by internal affairs officers, but one of the situations encountered during their daily work activities.

The press service of the Department under the Prosecutor General's Office announced that cases of illegal electricity consumption have been identified. This was reported by Upl.uz. During an inspection conducted by the Angren city department employees, it was found that officials of the landscaping department had externally interfered with the electricity consumption measuring device of the transformer in Gulzor neighborhood. This transformer was used as a street light. As a result, a total damage of 289 million soums was caused. Additionally, in the Urtachirchiq district, two citizens living in the Yangiobod and Yorik neighborhoods were found to have connected their homes to the electrical network without permission, causing a total damage of 159.8 million soums. In both cases, criminal proceedings have been initiated and investigative actions are underway. These incidents demonstrate the ongoing fight against illegal use of electricity. Law enforcement agencies are taking strict measures against such cases. Compliance with legality and order in electricity consumption is the duty of every citizen.

According to information obtained from the press service of the Traffic Police Department of the Tashkent region, on August 23 at around 07:00, a road traffic accident occurred in the Yukorichirchiq district section of the Tashkent-Osh highway A373. This was reported by Upl.uz. The driver of a HOWO brand concrete mixer truck lost control and collided with a Cobalt car parked on the roadside. As a result, the truck overturned and caught fire. As a consequence of the incident, the concrete mixer was completely burned, and the Cobalt car was severely damaged. Additionally, one passenger inside the Cobalt was injured and hospitalized. An investigation is underway regarding this incident.

An official investigation has been completed regarding an incident that occurred at a preschool institution in Karmaninskiy district of Navoi region. This was reported by Upl.uz. This incident attracted wide public attention. The investigation began as a result of parents filing an official complaint with the local ombudsman office. According to court documents, a child under the supervision of the kindergarten staff suffered a serious injury with a broken forearm. However, the subsequent actions of the institution's employees raised questions. According to established protocols, instead of immediately taking the injured child to the nearest medical facility, they preferred to consult a local doctor. The parents' complaint was officially submitted to the Karmaninskiy district internal affairs department. Law enforcement agencies conducted an official investigation to clarify all circumstances of the incident. During the inquiry, it was found that the kindergarten staff did not adequately perform their duties and showed negligence towards the child's health and safety. As a result of the investigation, strict administrative measures were taken. The employment contract of the educator responsible for the child's safety was terminated. The person who assisted the staff member received an official disciplinary warning. According to the legislation of the Republic of Uzbekistan, employees of educational and upbringing institutions are responsible for the lives and health of children. When a child is injured, they must immediately provide first aid and take the child to the nearest healthcare facility for qualified medical assistance.

On August 12, 2025, a court hearing began at the Shaykhontohur Interdistrict Civil Court building in the capital regarding a lawsuit filed by a group of educators against the Ministry of Preschool and School Education. This was reported by Upl.uz. Five native language and literature teachers from various regions of the country are demanding the annulment of the spring attestation results. They claim that numerous violations occurred during this process. The case being reviewed by Judge Guli Shukrullaeva has attracted wide public attention. The plaintiffs are represented by lawyer Nazirjon Khotamjonov. They are demanding a retake of the exam and compensation for moral damages from the Pedagogical Mastery Scientific and Practical Center under the Ministry, which is responsible. At the first court session, representatives of the ministry requested restrictions on press activities, asking that journalists be allowed to participate only as listeners and that photo and audio recordings be prohibited. After hearing the initial evidence, the court decided to suspend the sessions until August 26 to collect the necessary documents for a comprehensive review of the case. This case is related to the attestation process, which is crucial in determining teachers' professional qualifications. The attestation results determine whether a teacher attains the second, first, or highest category, which in turn sets their salary level. The category is granted for five years. According to Sardor Rahimboev, head of the Department of Preschool and School Education, mandatory attestation is conducted once every five years, while voluntary attestations are held twice a year. This allows teachers the opportunity to advance their category ahead of schedule. According to official ministry data, over 190,000 applications were submitted for the 2025 spring attestation campaign, with 177,600 teachers participating. More than 73,000 of them achieved successful results. Over 5,000 teachers scored 86 points or higher, qualifying not only for the highest category but also for a 70% special salary bonus. However, according to the plaintiffs, the low scores they received were not due to a lack of knowledge but stemmed from systemic errors and violations. The lawsuit lists nine main complaints. One of the most significant concerns involves technical malfunctions, with teachers reporting that computers and software frequently froze during the exam. It was noted that after mandatory restarts within a short period, some participants' previously selected answers changed. Due to the indefinite suspension of the test process, participants were forced to remain in closed, unventilated rooms for hours, negatively affecting their mental state. Another major complaint concerns the complexity of the test questions. Teachers believe that the number and difficulty of the questions did not correspond to the allotted time. Some questions consisted of three to four parts, requiring 5-6 minutes to analyze and answer, making it difficult to successfully complete the test within the designated time. Additionally, the plaintiffs are dissatisfied with the lack of transparency in the result determination process. Participants were not allowed to view their answers immediately after completing the test. They argue that despite the test being conducted in two shifts, the technical capability to promptly display results existed but was not implemented. Among educators, there is significant concern about the potential leakage of exam materials on the internet. On social media, sample questions appeared after the first shift.

According to the press service of the Capital's Compulsory Enforcement Bureau, the debt on the loan has been recovered. This was reported by Upl.uz. The Interdistrict Civil Court of Uchtepa received an enforcement order regarding the debt from the Chilonzor district Compulsory Enforcement Bureau. The debtor took a loan of 31,101,883 soums from "TBC Bank" and failed to repay it on time. After the enforcement proceedings began, the debtor was given a 15-day period to voluntarily repay the debt. However, no payment was made during this time, so the enforcement actions continued. Employees of the Compulsory Enforcement Bureau identified the debtor's property, including one vehicle, through the special electronic program "MIB-portal," and imposed a restriction on it. Following these measures, the debtor fully repaid the debt to the bank, and the enforcement case was completely closed due to the debt being settled. This case demonstrates the effectiveness of legal measures in recovering loan debts.

According to the press service of the Department under the Prosecutor General's Office, the fraudsters have been arrested. This was reported by Upl.uz. Department employees in the Samarkand region and representatives of the State Security Service jointly conducted a special rapid operation. During the operation, the head of a private enterprise named “A.D.” was caught while receiving money. He was apprehended while taking an amount of 7 thousand US dollars. It was revealed that this person gained the trust of two citizens and promised to help them go to work in Slovakia. This amount included the processing of all documents necessary for labor migration. Additionally, another person was arrested by the Department and State Security Service employees in the Jizzakh region. He took 2 thousand US dollars from two citizens and promised to arrange visas for them to go to the United States of America. In both cases, criminal cases were initiated under the “Fraud” article of the Criminal Code of the Republic of Uzbekistan. Currently, investigative actions are being carried out to identify other victims of the criminals. Such cases demonstrate serious measures being taken to protect the rights and interests of citizens.