The court issued sentences to 11 individuals regarding the poisoning of children in a kindergarten that occurred in the Tashkent region.
Six defendants were found guilty and sentenced to imprisonment for a term of three to three and a half years. Another five people received a sentence of restricted liberty for three years.
The Criminal Court of the Boka district found them guilty under Article 257-1-1 Part 1 of the Criminal Code for violating sanitary norms or epidemic control rules.
Three managers and an employee of LLC 'Shark Milk Product' were sentenced to 3.5 years in prison, while four managers from other companies and a laboratory assistant of LLC 'Shark Milk Product' received a three-year restriction of liberty.
The defendants were also deprived of certain rights. According to the law, a complaint or protest can be filed against the verdict in the Tashkent region court.
As previously reported, cases of poisoning among kindergarten pupils were identified in September 2025 in the settlements of Bekobod, Boka, Akkorgon, Piskent, and Kuyichirchik, after which a criminal case was initiated.
The Guzarboshi neighborhood in the Olmazor district of Tashkent city is one of the areas that attracts attention due to its rich history, resident population, and extensive construction works. This neighborhood is located in the old part of the capital and is developing in a modern way while preserving its historical environment.
According to historical sources, two of the ancient twelve gates of Tashkent—the Sagbon and Chigatay gates—are located in the area of the current Guzarboshi neighborhood. This area was known as an important entry point where trade, craftsmanship, and agriculture developed over centuries.
The history of the Guzarboshi neighborhood dates back to the late 19th century. Initially, this area was called Sagbon neighborhood, later it was named Ittifaq in the 1930s. In 1999, the new Guzarboshi neighborhood was formed by merging the entire Academic Obid Sodikov neighborhood, as well as parts of Koštut, Achabod, and Shoshiy neighborhoods.
Currently, 8,110 residents live in the neighborhood, with 2,404 families. The area has 303 single-family houses and 34 multi-story buildings. The main areas of the neighborhood cover Nurafshon, Sagbon, Farobi, Shoshiy, Sariksuv, Maqola, Hurriyet, Kokzor, Omonat, and Tarix streets.
The construction and improvement works carried out in recent years have significantly changed the appearance of the neighborhood. In particular, large-scale construction was carried out under the 'Old City Reconstruction' program. Wide and smooth roads were established instead of old streets, and multi-story buildings, playgrounds, and trade and service facilities were built. Internal roads were asphalted, and electricity supply and engineering-communication networks were renewed.
Great attention is paid to issues of social support for the population in the neighborhood. Regular assistance is provided by the state and sponsors to people who are insufficiently supported, needy, bereaved, and disabled.
Furthermore, additional educational buildings were constructed at the 11th general education school due to the increase in the number of students, which is one way to create conditions for the qualified education of the younger generation.
As part of measures to turn the 'Old City' area into a tourist attraction in 2025, 21 houses along the Kaikovus canal were capitalized, which created more convenient conditions for the residents. These works serve to preserve the historical appearance of the neighborhood and increase its tourist attractiveness.
The Guzarboshi neighborhood is proud of its famous children, such as Obid Sodikov and Abdulvali Abduvahobov, and Lieutenant General Sobirjon Okhunjonov. The neighborhood citizens' assembly carries out systematic work on resolving citizen appeals, strengthening family peace, preventing violations of the law, and supporting families in need of social protection.
In the near future, plans are underway to restore the appearance of the neighborhood to a modern look, build kindergartens, green the area, develop tourism directions, and create new conveniences for the residents. The Guzarboshi neighborhood demonstrates the potential of the neighborhood system in New Uzbekistan.
The first quarter of 2026 demonstrated positive trends in the country's labor market. The growth in available vacancies, expansion of private sector employment, wage increases, and a relatively low unemployment rate confirm economic activity and stable domestic demand.
According to Central Bank data, in March, the number of vacant jobs increased by 9.8% compared to the same period last year. This indicates a growing demand for labor in the real sector of the economy. Particularly high demand for personnel remains in the service, retail, catering, and manufacturing sectors, which once again highlights their significance in economic growth.
Simultaneously, population activity in the labor market has noticeably increased. In the first quarter, the number of active resumes grew by 31.5%, reaching 636 thousand people. This growth shows the activation of citizens seeking employment and broader use of modern job placement platforms. This process contributes to increasing the openness and competitiveness of the labor market.
Analytical data indicates that the private sector remains the main source of employment growth. By the end of 2025, employment in this sector increased by 5.2%. Achievements in reforms aimed at supporting private entrepreneurship, improving the investment climate, and creating new business entities confirm the practical effectiveness of these measures in the labor market.
The formation of an unemployment rate at 4.8% indicates a relatively stable balance in the labor market. It also demonstrates the increasing effectiveness of state programs aimed at creating new jobs, professional training, and developing entrepreneurship.
A positive trend in household income growth was also observed. In the first quarter, nominal wages increased by 17.4%, and real wages by 9.5%. The growth in real wages means an strengthening of the population's purchasing power after accounting for inflation, which is an important factor supporting the domestic consumer market and ensuring economic growth.
Furthermore, remittances related to external labor migration reached $3.8 billion, which is 13% more than in the same period last year. These funds serve as an important source of income support for the population, directed towards domestic consumption, housing improvement, education, and small business financing.
Overall, the indicators for the first quarter of 2026 confirm the sustainable development of positive changes in the labor market. The growth in labor demand, the strengthening role of the private sector in the economy, the increase in household income, and the maintenance of a relatively low unemployment rate indicate stable economic development of the country and the successful implementation of structural reforms in the labor market.
Specialists from the state institution 'Soil Analysis Center' are participating in an international seminar held in Bangkok, Thailand. The seminar is dedicated to the topic 'Nutrient balance in soil, erosion, and soil health.'
This seminar was organized to gain new knowledge in this field, familiarize participants with advanced data, and explore its practical application. The event was supported by the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), the FAO Asian Regional Office (ARFO), and the Global Soil Partnership with FAO.
During the seminar, issues concerning enhancing countries' potential for creating modern digital soil maps were examined. The training covered practical tasks, including the creation of maps of macro- and microelement balance in soil, soil erosion maps, and soil health maps, as well as their integration into National Soil Information Systems.
