BISHKEK, Kyrgyzstan (MNTV) — In a move reminiscent of its Soviet past, Kyrgyzstan is set to implement new regulations that tighten state control over religious education and the distribution of religious materials. The State Commission for Religious Affairs has drafted a proposal outlining procedures for state religious studies examinations an...
KABUL, Afghanistan (MNTV)– Firooza, a 36-year-old woman, has defied the odds to build a thriving sewing business in the Ghor province of Afghanistan. Having turned her childhood dream into reality, she is now empowering other women. According to Salam Watandar, her journey began 12 years ago when she brought home her first sewing machine. Toda...
TASHKENT, Uzbekistan (MNTV) – For the first time in Central Asia, Uzbekistan’s capital Tashkent will host the 150th Assembly of the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) from April 5 to 9, bringing together around 2,000 delegates from 181 countries, including 15 observer states and more than 25 international and interparliamentary organizations. Acc...
ASTANA, Kazakhstan (MNTV) — As part of its growing environmental efforts, Kazakhstan marked March 23—the final day of the Nauryznama decade—as the Day of a Pure Mind and Intentions, dedicated to ecological awareness and sustainability. The initiative reflects the country’s commitment to fostering an eco-friendly mindset and transitioning into ...
KABUL, Afghanistan (MNTV) — The Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) and the Indonesian embassy in Kabul have pledged support for the Afghanistan Football Federation (AFF) in strengthening sports development in the country. OIC Deputy Representative Khalil Ibrahim Oukor and Indonesia’s Deputy Ambassador Ricky Subagja met with AFF Presiden...
ASTANA, Kazakhstan (MNTV) — The National Museum of Kazakhstan in Astana is hosting The Heritage in Stitches, an exhibition showcasing the intricate art of Uzbek embroidery. Opened on March 20, the exhibition runs until June 1, featuring rare artifacts from Uzbekistan’s top museums. According to The Astana Times, for the first time, visitors in...
ASTANA, Kazakhstan (MNTV) — Kazakhstan has approved the construction of a $1.35 billion fertilizer plant in the Mangistau region, aiming to expand domestic production and reduce reliance on imports. The project, a joint venture between Kazakhstan’s national gas company QazaqGaz and Turkish construction firm ESTA Construction, will be overseen...
KABUL, Afghanistan (MNTV) — The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) has announced that it provided access to clean drinking water for 688,000 people in Afghanistan in 2024, as part of its ongoing efforts to improve living conditions for children and families. In a statement marking World Water Day on March 22, UNICEF highlighted that clean...
BISHKEK, Kyrgyzstan (MNTV) — Kyrgyzstan is considering the construction of a monorail system in its capital Bishkek to modernize public transport and tackle worsening traffic congestion. According to the Kyrgyz Ministry of Economy and Commerce, discussions have taken place between representatives of the Chinese company CRRC Changchun Railway V...
ASTANA, Kazakhstan (MNTV) — Kazakhstan is set to host AlmatyFair.ai, the country’s largest artificial intelligence exhibition, from March 28 to March 30. The event will bring together leading global and regional tech companies, startups, and AI experts to present cutting-edge innovations in sectors like industry, finance, public administratio...
