The Central Bank of Uzbekistan announced that on Sunday, April 5th, despite it being a day off, a number of commercial banks will continue to serve the public. This decision was made to ensure uninterrupted access to financial services for citizens and visitors to the country.
This week in Uzbekistan, financial security measures and environmental initiatives were in focus. The Central Bank introduced strict regulations for online lending: applications are verified through registries, creditworthiness is assessed, and only the first application is processed if multiple are submitted under one PINFL. Access from new devices requires biometric verification, and sessions in apps automatically end after 3 minutes of inactivity. Banks are obligated to refund funds for loans obtained through fraud. However, monitoring transfers over 10 million soums may introduce additional bureaucratic hurdles for clients and businesses.
Uzbekistan has launched a large-scale social program titled 'Together with the People,' aimed at supporting the population and combating poverty. The program is expected to reach over 1.5 million people across the country by 2026, providing targeted assistance to families in need through various initiatives.
Robert Lewandowski scored a dramatic 87th-minute winner to secure a crucial 2-1 victory for Barcelona over Atletico Madrid, extending their lead at the top of La Liga to seven points. The Polish striker used his shoulder to deflect home a rebound from Joao Cancelo's effort after the goalkeeper's save, capping a hard-fought match at the Metropolitano Stadium.
Erling Haaland scored a hat-trick as Manchester City thrashed Liverpool 4-0 in the FA Cup quarterfinals on Saturday, securing a place in the semifinals and intensifying pressure on Reds manager Arne Slot. The match at Etihad Stadium saw City dominate, with Haaland netting twice late in the first half and completing his treble after halftime following an Antoine Semenyo strike.
Uzbekistan's real estate market has undergone a transformation over the past five years that would take decades in many developing countries. The capital, Tashkent, became the epicenter of a construction boom, with annual price increases per square meter in foreign currency reaching 15–20%. However, by the beginning of 2026, the market has entered a maturity phase. Today, Tashkent has ceased to be a platform for "quick and easy money," transforming into a reliable harbor for conservative investment. The landscape of Central Asia's main metropolis is actively influenced by regulatory changes, macroeconomic indicators, and new housing formats.
In Tashkent, at the Palace of National Cinematic Arts of Uzbekistan, the premiere of the feature film 'The Winner – Road to Tokyo' took place. The film is a biographical narrative dedicated to the life and sporting achievements of Olympic boxing champion Bakhodir Jalolov.
Authorities in Uzbekistan have detained two suspects in Tashkent and Samarkand region for attempting to illegally sell land plots by promising to process documents through "contacts" in cadastral services. The cases highlight ongoing issues with corruption and fraud in the country's land sector.
March 2026 in Uzbekistan was marked by significant rainfall, with precipitation levels at or above the norm across most of the country. According to data from the Uzbekistan Hydrometeorological Service (Uzhydromet), rainfall was observed almost daily in the first decade of the month, followed by heavy rains on March 22–23 and 28–29, reaching 15–30 millimeters per day in some areas and 40–45 millimeters in mountainous regions.
Warner Bros., founded on April 4, 1923, in the United States by the Warner brothers, has grown into a leading global company in film and media production and distribution. Over its long history, the company has undergone several significant mergers and name changes: in 1967, it merged with Seven Arts Productions to become Warner Bros.-Seven Arts, was acquired by Kinney National Company in 1969 and reverted to Warner Bros., and operated as Warner Communications in 1972.
Law enforcement agencies in Uzbekistan have conducted a series of large-scale special operations aimed at dismantling extensive drug distribution networks. During the operations, sales channels organized through online shops were blocked, and significant quantities of narcotics were seized. The focus of the operatives included both repeat offenders linked to international crime and students from capital universities.
The first stage of a large-scale 'Media Week' has successfully concluded in the Republic of Karakalpakstan, transforming the region into an innovation hub for hundreds of information sector professionals. The five-day intensive program brought together over 700 participants, including press service heads, journalists, bloggers, mobile videographers, and SMM specialists.