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According to the information provided by the press service of Uzenergoinspeksiya, illegal electricity consumption has been stopped. This was reported by Upl.uz. Control measures were carried out by the staff of the Uzenergoinspeksiya department in Samarkand region. During the events, the activities of individual entrepreneur A.D. operating in Bulungur district were inspected. As a result of the inspection, it was found that the entrepreneur had illegally connected to the public network without signing a contract with the electricity supply organization for the necessary electrical equipment in his activities. As a result of this violation, the electricity supply organization suffered a total damage of 3 billion 261 million soums. Currently, preliminary investigative actions are being conducted by law enforcement agencies. The individual entrepreneur may face a penalty of up to 15 years of imprisonment for theft under part 4 of Article 166 of the Criminal Code of the Republic of Uzbekistan. This case is being closely monitored to ensure legality and prevent illegal use of electricity.

Today, on August 7, the concert of the world-famous pop star Jennifer Lopes will take place in Tashkent. This was reported by Upl.uz. The Main Department of Internal Affairs announced that security measures have been strengthened in connection with this event. All attendees are required to strictly adhere to safety regulations. The organizers expect tens of thousands of people to attend the open-air concert. Therefore, strict control will be established at the entrance. First of all, bringing certain items is prohibited. Professional photo and video equipment, including high-quality cameras, camcorders, lenses, and tripods, cannot be brought in. It is recommended that attendees arrive early to avoid wasting time in queues and to ensure a smooth entry. Entrance to the stadium will begin at 17:30. All participants are requested to comply with public order and follow the instructions of security personnel. These measures have been implemented to ensure the concert is held peacefully and safely.

Today, a real music festival is taking place in the capital of Uzbekistan, Tashkent. This was reported by Upl.uz. The world-famous Jennifer Lopez will perform at the "Bunyodkor" stadium. To ensure safety and comfort, the authorities are asking all spectators to arrive early. Although the concert will start at 20:00, entry will open at 17:30. We recommend arriving in advance to avoid queues and to settle into your seats calmly. Additionally, the organizers remind that tickets should only be purchased from official box offices. This will help prevent fraud. It is advisable to use public transport or taxis for movement. Parking spaces may be limited, so it is better to leave your personal vehicle at home. Mutual respect is important at cultural events. Please treat the artists, other spectators, and organizers with respect. Follow the instructions of the security personnel, and the evening will go smoothly.

According to the press service of the Namangan region police department, a fraudulent individual has been identified. This was reported by Upl.uz. A citizen born in 1988, residing in the "Shifokor" neighborhood of the Uychi district, contacted the police. He stated that between April 26 and May 8, 2025, a total of 5,953,000 soums was stolen from his mother's bank card. As a result of the investigation, it was determined that the crime was linked to an individual born in 1983, living in the "Beltepa" neighborhood of the Shaykhontohur district of Tashkent city. The criminal gained the victim's trust and deceitfully obtained the bank card information and the secret code sent via SMS. A criminal case has been initiated under part 3 of article 168 of the Criminal Code of the Republic of Uzbekistan regarding this incident. The fraudster may face a sentence of up to 8 years of imprisonment. The investigation is ongoing

Today, on August 7 at 19:00, a concert by world star Jennifer Lopez will take place at the "Bunyodkor" stadium in the Chilonzor district. This was reported by Upl.uz. In connection with this event, vehicle traffic will be completely restricted on several streets from 12:00 to 23:00. The restrictions apply to the following streets: Chapanata Street — from the intersection with Katartal Street to the intersection with Chilonzor Street; Chilonzor Street — starting from Chapanata Street to the intersection with Malaya Koltsevaya Street; as well as the small road of Bunyodkor Street — from Malaya Koltsevaya Street to Chapanata Street. Drivers are advised to plan their routes in advance and use detours. The organizers apologize for the temporary inconveniences and ask all citizens to be understanding.

In the first half of 2025, 95,300 marriages were registered in Uzbekistan. This was reported by Upl.uz. This information was provided by the State Statistics Committee of the Republic of Uzbekistan. Among the regions, Samarkand region led in the number of marriages. The distribution of registered marriages by regions is as follows: 10,500 in Samarkand region, 9,800 in Fergana region, 9,600 in Kashkadarya region, 9,400 in Tashkent city, 8,000 in Surkhandarya region, 7,600 in Andijan region, 7,200 in Tashkent region, 6,900 in Khorezm region, 6,200 in Namangan region, 5,700 in the Republic of Karakalpakstan, 5,700 in Bukhara region, 3,600 in Jizzakh region, 2,700 in Navoi region, and 2,400 in Syrdarya region. These figures reflect the activity of family relationships in the country.

In connection with Jennifer Lopez's concert at the "Bunyodkor" stadium, the "Toshshaharttransxizmat" company has organized special free bus services for the audience. This was reported by Upl.uz. Buses will start departing from the following locations at 16:00: in front of the Tashkent City Mall shopping and entertainment center, in front of the Hyatt Regency hotel, and in front of the Humo Arena ice palace. Each bus will have a sign "Bunyodkor Stadium" on the front window, which will help passengers find the right transport. Buses will run continuously and for free. After the concert, these same buses will return the audience to the starting points. If you are planning to attend the concert and do not know how to get there, you can use these free buses. This will allow you to avoid traffic jams and save time. In this way, you can start and end your evening comfortably and without any issues

According to the press service of the State Security Service, the director of a private company providing geological services located in Samarkand has been detained. This was reported by Upl.uz. The suspect was caught during a special operational event while receiving 10,000 US dollars. It has been revealed that he established a trusting relationship with a citizen and promised to provide maps and photographs of gold mines in the Samarkand and Jizzakh regions. The suspect emphasized that the map was confidential and demanded 25,000 dollars for it. According to the conclusions of the relevant authorities, the map intended for sale has no value and is not considered confidential. A criminal case has been initiated regarding this incident, and the investigation is ongoing.

The press service of the Ministry of Energy provided information. This was reported by Upl.uz. According to the report, special body cameras and tablets will be provided to inspectors of electricity supply organizations. These devices will be connected to a unified reporting system, the "E-Report" platform. Currently, 158 tablets have been distributed for the Samarkand branch of "Regional Electric Networks" under "Energosavdo" JSC. Additionally, 54 body cameras have been provided to inspectors who work directly with consumers in Samarkand city and region. Through these innovations, transparency in the relationships between electricity supply organizations and consumers will be ensured, and cases of corruption will be prevented. From now on, all documents will be stored in a special electronic system and will be under control, which differs from paper documents.

The press service of the Department under the Prosecutor General's Office reported the exposure of the illegal circulation of potent drugs. This was reported by Upl.uz. Employees of the Urganch district department, in cooperation with representatives of the National Security Service and the internal affairs department, conducted a special operational event. During the event, a seller from a private pharmacy was arrested. He sold 44 units of the potent drug "Omnadren 250" to a citizen without a doctor's prescription for 2.4 million soums. Additionally, an individual who sold 50 units of the "Omnadren" drug for 2.5 million soums in the Qamashi district of the Kashkadarya region was also arrested. In both cases, criminal cases have been initiated, and investigations are currently underway. These cases highlight the importance of measures against the illegal sale and distribution of potent drugs. It is recommended that people obtain medications only with a doctor's prescription.

The famous American singer Jennifer Lopez's team has arrived in Tashkent. This was reported by Upl.uz. Yesterday evening, the Telegram channel "Tashkent Sky News" reported this. According to the information, there were approximately 90 people on the plane. The team consists of the fifth concert tour "Up All Night — LIVE IN 2025," which will take place in 2025, with a total of 21 concerts planned worldwide. The team includes: a music group (drums, electric and bass guitar, keyboard, etc.), backing vocal group, dancers group, specialists in organizing the show (lighting, sound, decoration, and special effects), clothing and makeup specialists, personal security for the singer, as well as logistics and management team. They will coordinate the star and the team's nutrition, accommodation, and movement during the concert. It is reminded that Jennifer Lopez will perform at the "Milliy" stadium ("Bunyodkor") on August 7. The organizers plan to sell 25,000 tickets, and by mid-July, 40 percent of them have been purchased by foreigners. According to the Cultural and Arts Development Fund, major sponsors are expected to participate in organizing the event. The concert will help the development of small and medium businesses, as well as the hotel and restaurant sectors. Additionally, temporary job opportunities will be created for technical staff and marketing specialists. Thus, the visit of the world star will not only provide unforgettable impressions to thousands of spectators but will also positively impact the city's economy.

The Mirobod district court of Tashkent city reviewed the case regarding the brawl that occurred at the "Mangal Fest" festival and issued a ruling. This was reported by Upl.uz. Six individuals involved in the incident were found guilty of administrative offenses — petty hooliganism and disobeying the lawful demands of law enforcement officers. Each was sentenced to five days of administrative detention. One of those detained stated that the brawl arose due to a misunderstanding among acquaintances. The timely intervention of National Guard officers and other law enforcement agencies prevented the situation from escalating further. This court ruling is aimed at maintaining public order and ensuring stability before the law. This case serves as a reminder of the importance of citizens adhering to the laws.

Starting from September 1, 2025, a new cooperation mechanism between businesses and internal affairs agencies will be implemented in Uzbekistan. This was reported by Upl.uz. Legal entities will have the right to enter into contracts with patrol-post service divisions to provide services for maintaining order and security in densely populated areas. This initiative has been formalized by the Cabinet of Ministers' decision No. 477 dated July 30, 2025. The decision approved the administrative regulations for providing patrol-post services, which will create a legal framework. However, the regulations do not cover the guarding of public events, including rallies, street marches, and demonstrations. The cooperation process between the customer and the contractor will be digitized. Applications from legal entities will be accepted through the unified interactive state services portal and state service centers. Coordination and monitoring of the contract execution will be carried out through the Ministry of Internal Affairs' "Electronic Patrol" information system. The regulations specify a clear procedure. After the application is submitted, the authorized body will review it within ten working days. Then, the area will be jointly inspected with the participation of representatives of law enforcement agencies and applicants. As a result of the inspection, a detailed act will be drawn up. This document will specify the boundaries of the guarded area, the number of necessary personnel, their work schedule, the location of posts, and the patrolling schemes. Based on this act, an official contract will be developed and signed. Financial matters are also regulated. The tariffs for patrol-post services will be approved in accordance with the established procedure, in agreement with the Ministry of Economy and Finance of the Republic of Uzbekistan. This will serve to ensure a unified and transparent pricing policy. The decision will come into force on July 31, 2025, marking a new phase in ensuring public safety in commercial and private areas. The "E-Patrol" system began to be gradually implemented in internal affairs agencies starting from January 1, 2023. Its initial task is to electronically identify citizens on-site, allowing for a shift away from the practice of bringing individuals to internal affairs departments for identity verification.

In the Dehqonobod district of the Kashkadarya region, cases of illegal logging and damage to rare and protected trees have been identified. This was reported by Upl.uz. According to preliminary assessments by the regional ecology department, the damage to nature exceeds 122 million soums. After reports of the logging of valuable tree species appeared on social media, environmental control inspectors arrived at the scene and recorded the complete destruction of 17 trees. Among the destroyed trees are important species such as "Zarafshon juniper" and "Uchkad." Additionally, another 14 "Zarafshon juniper" trees have been severely damaged, putting their lives at risk. The Kashkadarya regional ecology department has submitted all materials regarding this case to the Dehqonobod district prosecutor's office. Currently, law enforcement agencies are conducting investigative actions to identify the participants in the crime and the details of the incident. At the end of the investigation, legal measures will be taken against the actions of the perpetrators. This incident serves as a reminder that despite the ongoing moratorium on the logging of valuable trees and shrubs that has been in effect since the end of 2021, problems in the field of ecology continue. Recently, entrepreneur Murad Nazarov proposed to lift the moratorium and introduce compensation mechanisms. However, the Ministry of Ecology has maintained its position, emphasizing that a complete ban on tree cutting is crucial for the country, especially for Uzbekistan, which is facing the negative consequences of global climate change. At the same time, administrative responsibility for such violations is being intensified. Starting from August 1, 2025, fines for illegal logging and other ecological violations have been increased. This demonstrates the authorities' determination to preserve green areas. The Zarafshon juniper (Juniperus seravschanica) is a very slow-growing tree that can survive up to 3000 meters in harsh mountainous conditions. Some trees live for over a thousand years and are considered living natural monuments.

Today, on August 6, at 15:15, the Tashkent city Emergency Situations Department received a report about a dry grass fire on Eski Otchopar Street in the Mirabad district. This was reported by Upl.uz. Fire and rescue teams arrived at the scene at 15:21 and quickly extinguished the fire by 15:32. There is no information about anyone being injured or harmed as a result of the incident. Measures are being taken to determine the causes of the fire and to prevent such incidents in the future. Citizens are urged to exercise caution and refrain from burning dry grass. Emergency services are always ready to ensure safety.

A call was received at the short number 112 from the Chilonzor district of Tashkent city. This was reported by Upl.uz. A local woman requested help because she could not remove a ring that was stuck on her finger. A team of rescuers from the Tashkent city Emergency Situations Department quickly arrived at the scene. Using special tools, the ring was carefully removed, and the woman was not harmed. Emergency services personnel are always ready to assist the public in various situations, from dealing with serious incidents to providing help to ordinary citizens. Such events remind us that the qualifications and prompt actions of rescuers are crucial in preventing severe consequences and providing support in any complex situation. The Emergency Situations Department is always prepared to serve for the safety of the city’s residents.

An unprecedented case has been recorded in family law practice in Karakalpakstan. This was reported by Upl.uz. A citizen living in Nukus made an alimony payment of 2.27 billion soums, which is approximately equivalent to 180 thousand dollars. This individual paid the full amount of alimony due for the child in advance, covering the next 13 years. The monthly payment amount is approximately 14 million soums and will continue until the child turns 18. It has been reported that this amount is the largest alimony payment in the history of the country. According to the press service of the Enforcement Bureau under the Prosecutor General's Office of the Republic of Uzbekistan, this citizen expressed his intention to fully pay his future alimony obligations during the court proceedings. The payment amount was calculated in accordance with the decision of the Cabinet of Ministers and covers the period until the child reaches adulthood. This case is considered unique in the Uzbek legal system, as alimony enforcement issues are closely monitored by the state. Strict measures are established in legislation against individuals who evade parental obligations. In particular, for failure to pay alimony, administrative detention of up to 15 days or a fine of up to 20 basic calculation amounts may be imposed. Additionally, criminal liability is provided for serious alimony payers, who may be deprived of liberty for up to three years. Since 2009, the practice of imposing a ban on leaving the country has been introduced as an effective measure against debtors. These measures are aimed at ensuring the fulfillment of parental obligations.

In Tashkent city, intensified inspections against traveling without a ticket on public transport are ongoing. This was reported by Upl.uz. The Transport Inspection and the State Institution for Monitoring and Controlling Public Transport are conducting raids in cooperation to identify violations. Since the beginning of this year, administrative measures have been taken against 4,090 individuals who used transport without paying for a ticket. Responsible organizations emphasize that every purchased ticket contributes to the development and improvement of the urban transport system. Therefore, preventive raids are continuing. These measures aim to protect the interests of legal users and enhance the efficiency of public transport. The city administration and relevant organizations call on the public to comply with the laws. Such inspections will be carried out regularly to ensure discipline and order in the transport system.

According to the press service of the capital's main traffic safety department, measures have been taken against a driver who violated traffic rules. This was reported by Upl.uz. A video of a passenger bus driver grossly violating traffic rules in Tashkent city has circulated on social media. This driver passed through a pedestrian crossing at full speed, while other road users were stopped to give way to pedestrians. Fortunately, a girl pedestrian noticed the danger in time and stepped back, preventing a serious accident. Otherwise, this situation could have led to tragic consequences. In this case, an administrative report was drawn up against the passenger bus driver under the article of the Administrative Responsibility Code of the Republic of Uzbekistan regarding "Driving vehicles on the roadside, pedestrian and bicycle paths, green areas, violating road signs and other traffic rules." The department is asking drivers to reduce speed when approaching irregular pedestrian crossings and to stop to give way to pedestrians. These measures are crucial for ensuring traffic safety

Upl.uz reported this.