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Russia to write off $300mn Tajikistan electricity debt
Russia has agreed to gradually write off Tajikistan’s $300mn debt for electricity supplied by the joint Sangtuda-1 Hydropower Plant (HPP), in a move widely seen as a gesture of strategic partnership and regional influence. Source: Daryo The deal,...

India Under-23 men’s national team goes down fighting to Tajikistan
The Blue Colts led 1-0 at half-time. Suhail Ahmad Bhat (33’) and Parthib Sundar Gogoi (85’) put India in the lead twice, but Ansor Khabibov (59’) and Muhammadiqbol Davlatov (90+1’) restored parity on both occasions, before Muhammadali Azizboev...

Foreign Ministries of Tajikistan and Venezuela hold political consultations
AKIPRESS.COM - The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Tajikistan and the Ministry for International Relations of Venezuela held political consultations in Dushanbe on June 17, the Foreign Ministry of Tajikistan reported. The delegation of Tajikistan...
Tajikistan performs first-ever endovascular brain surgery to prevent aneurysm ruptur
15:24, todayAuthor: Asia-Pluis For the first time in Tajikistan, a complex endovascular brain surgery has been successfully performed, marking a breakthrough in the country’s medical capabilities. The procedure was carried out at the Shifobakhsh...

Pakistan start Billie Jean King Cup campaign with 2-1 win against Tajikistan
LAHORE - Pakistan women’s tennis team made a good start to their campaign in the Billie Jean King Cup Group III Asia/Oceania - Zone A, defeating Tajikistan 2-1 in their opening tie, currently underway in Colombo, Sri Lanka from June 17 to 21,...

Tajikistan-born Russian national arrested in the U.S. on suspicion of being a member of the Al-Qaeda terrorist organization
16:23, todayAuthor: Asia-Plus U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has arrested a Tajikistan-born Russian national who is wanted overseas on suspicion of being linked to the Al-Qaeda terrorist organization, ICE reported on June 3. A...

Tajik President: We can achieve sustainable development by preventing conflicts
Tajikistan considers Israel’s attack on Iran unacceptable, said Tajikistan President Emomali Rahmon at the 17th Summit of the Economic Cooperation Organization (ECO), APA’s correspondent dispatched to Khankendi reports. The President of Tajikistan...

Tajikistan Plans To Set Regional Coordination Center For Glaciology In Its Dushanbe
(MENAFN- Trend News Agency) DUSHANBE, Tajikistan, June 9. Tajikistan will establish a Regional Coordination Center for Glaciology in Dushanbe, President Emomali Rahmon announced at a high-level event in France's Nice marking the start of the...

India gears up for friendlies against Tajikistan
India U23 men's football team is in Tajikistan for friendlies against the hosts and Kyrgyz Republic as part of preparations for the AFC U23 Asian Cup 2026 Qualifiers in September Hyderabad: The India under-23 men’s team has arrived in Tajikistan...

Transnational drug trafficking group busted in southern Tajikistan
14:44, todayAuthor: Asia-Plus A major transnational drug trafficking ring has been dismantled in Tajikistan’s southern Khatlon province, with five individuals arrested in connection with the smuggling of nearly 180 kilograms of narcotics allegedly...

First direct flight connects Dushanbe and Beijing
10:19, todayAuthor: Asia-Plus The capitals of Tajikistan and China are now linked by a direct passenger air route for the first time, following the launch of a new service by China Southern Airlines. The inaugural flight on this historic route was...

Sangtuda-1 HPP: agreement revised, Tajikistan and Russia lower tariffs, cancel debts
10:52, todayAuthor: Asia-Plus Tajikistan and Russia have signed a revised protocol to the agreement on cooperation in operating the Sangtuda-1 hydropower plant (HPP), significantly reducing electricity tariffs and annulling accumulated debt. The...

Naushad Moosa’s U23 boys all set for Tajikistan test
The India U23 men’s team have arrived in Tajikistan to play two friendly matches against the hosts and the Kyrgyz Republic. The Blue Colts will first take on Tajikistan on Wednesday at the Hisor Central Stadium at 20:30 IST. Led by head coach...

What Role Do Migrant Remittances Play in the Development of Modern Tajikistan?
June 16 marks the International Day of Family Remittances. For modern Tajikistan and its citizens, migration and earnings abroad play a crucial role in the country’s development and in sustaining household livelihoods. Tajikistan is one of the...

Football: Naushad Moosa-Led India U23 Team All Set For Tajikistan Test
New Delhi: The India U23 men’s team has reached Tajikistan to play two friendly matches against the hosts and the Kyrgyz Republic. The Blue Colts will first take on Tajikistan on Wednesday at the Hisor Central Stadium. Led by head coach Naushad...

Gasoline prices drop in Tajikistan: 92-octane gasoline now costs 9.5 somonis per liter
In recent days, Tajikistan has seen a noticeable decline in fuel prices. Thus, the price for one liter of 92-octane gasoline, which is the most sought-after grade of automobile gas in the country, is now 9.5 somonis, down from 10.5 somonis – 11...

Starting July 1, Tajikistan to impose 20% customs import duty on mobile phones
15:41, todayAuthor: Asia-Plus From July 1, 2025, all imports of mobile phones and smartphones into Tajikistan will be subject to a 20% customs duty, a change that analysts say could significantly impact both the market and consumer behavior. The...

India gear up for Tajikistan test ahead of U-23 Asian Cup qualifiers
New Delhi, India men's football team will take on hosts Tajikistan in a friendly match on Wednesday, kicking off a crucial two-match tour that serves as preparation for the AFC U-23 Asian Cup 2026 Qualifiers later this year. HT Image The match...

Sports News | India Gear Up for Tajikistan Test Ahead of U-23 Asian Cup Qualifiers
New Delhi, Jun 17 (PTI) India men's football team will take on hosts Tajikistan in a friendly match on Wednesday, kicking off a crucial two-match tour that serves as preparation for the AFC U-23 Asian Cup 2026 Qualifiers later this year. The match...

Xi calls on China, Tajikistan to increase bilateral trade, investment
Chinese President Xi Jinping on Tuesday called on China and Tajikistan to expand the scale of bilateral trade and investment. Xi made the remarks during a meeting with Tajik President Emomali Rahmon on the sidelines of the second China-Central...