Sherali Jorayev was born on April 12, 1947, in Asaka city, Andijan region. He studied at the Mannon Uygur Tashkent State Institute of Arts from 1966 to 1971, beginning his artistic career in 1972 with the “Shodlik” song and dance ensemble. Later, he worked at the Andijan Regional Philharmonic and the State Philharmonic of Uzbekistan from 1979 to 1996, and served as chairman of the Supreme Council of the Republic of Uzbekistan from 1990 to 1995.
X, the social network owned by Elon Musk, is preparing a major expansion of its ecosystem. Starting April 17, iPhone and iPad owners will be able to install XChat—a standalone messaging app designed to transform the platform's personal messages into a full-fledged messenger on par with Telegram, WhatsApp, or Signal. Initially, the product will be exclusive to Apple devices, with no Android version planned in the near future.
Uzbekistan's Committee for Industrial, Radiation, and Nuclear Safety has approved updated rules for transporting radioactive objects within the republic. The new regulations introduce strict requirements for the packaging and transportation of such cargo, aimed at fully minimizing risks for service personnel, the civilian population, and the environment.
In Tashkent, at the Ministry of Internal Affairs (MIA) Palace of Culture, a press conference was held on the topic "Openness and Dialogue with the People – The Main Criterion: Analytical Report on the Activities of Internal Affairs Bodies for the First Quarter of 2026." The event was attended by ministry leadership, responsible employees, and media representatives.
In the first quarter of 2026, 36 crimes were committed by employees of the internal affairs bodies, and 32 employees who grossly violated service discipline were dismissed from the system. This was announced by Deputy Minister of Internal Affairs – Head of the Investigation Department Ramazon Ashrapov at a press conference on April 11. He acknowledged that among the employees faithfully performing their duties, there are also those who tarnish the system.
A reform aimed at restricting cash payments in Uzbekistan, intended to accelerate economic digitization and reduce shadow turnover, has in practice slowed down the daily lives of drivers. After the introduction of mandatory bank card payments at fuel stations, issues such as a shortage of ATMs, fees for card top-ups, and unstable internet outside major cities have emerged. As a result, instead of speeding up transactions, users are losing time on intermediate operations, and the cashless system is burdened with additional costs.
Uzbekistan President Shavkat Mirziyoyev delivered significant statements today at an economic forum in Tashkent. He announced new strategies for developing the country’s economy, attracting investments, and creating jobs. The President emphasized: “Our main goal is to ensure economic growth and improve the living standards of the population. To achieve this, we need to work closely with foreign partners.”
Abror Khudoyberdiev, head of the Crime Prevention Department of the Olmazor District Internal Affairs Coordination Office in Tashkent, has been dismissed from his position. This was announced by Deputy Minister of Internal Affairs Ramazon Ashrapov at a press conference on April 11. Khudoyberdiev's dismissal is linked to his improper order to prevention inspectors to find individuals engaged in vagrancy on the streets and formalize administrative protocols against them.
Former world heavyweight champion Tyson Fury marked his return to the ring with a comprehensive unanimous points victory over Russian boxer Arslanbek Makhmudov at London's Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. Fury secured the win with scores of 120-108 on two judges' cards and 119-109 on the third after a full 12 rounds on Saturday, showcasing his dominance throughout the match.
All Performances by Artists to Be Registered via Soliq App – New Tax Reform Project Under Discussion
Uzbekistan has announced official data for its cotton harvest. Reports indicate that in the 2024 season, the country harvested 3.5 million tons of cotton, an 8% increase compared to the previous year. This result is attributed to agricultural reforms and the adoption of modern technologies.
The leadership of the Ministry of Internal Affairs (MIA) of Uzbekistan announced the dismissal of Abror Khudoyberdiyev, an officer from the Almazar District Police Department. This decision followed a service inspection that uncovered his unlawful actions, which came to light through an audio recording disseminated in the media and on social networks.