The raid "Den" took place According to information from the press service of the Sverdlovsk District Police Department, it was established during the inspection that several private houses and apartments on Mayakovsky Street in Bishkek are operating as hotels, offering services on a daily basis.
In the Jalal-Abad region, in the city of Kara-Kul, a landslide occurred on the internal access road leading to the Toktogul Hydroelectric Power Station. The volume of fallen stones is approximately 105 cubic meters, according to the Ministry of Emergency Situations. As a result of the incident, the road is temporarily closed; however, a detour route has been organized. Fortunately, no injuries have been reported.
Today, at approximately 15:15, an avalanche occurred on the 25th kilometer of the Torcken — Toluk — Sary-Kamysh highway, located in the Toktogul district of the Jalal-Abad region. As a result, traffic on the route has been temporarily suspended, as reported by the Ministry of Emergency Situations. According to preliminary information, no one was injured in this incident.
“Their children live on the new plots” In Kyrgyzstan, 2,500 families who received land plots have not relocated from hazardous zones. This was reported at a press conference by Azamat Mambetov, the First Deputy Minister of Emergency Situations.
During the audit conducted at the institution responsible for training athletes in swimming, modern pentathlon, fencing, triathlon, and judo, violations related to financial discipline were identified, as well as non-compliance with the legislative requirements of Kyrgyzstan in the areas of accounting, archival affairs, and internal control. The press service of the city hall reported this incident. The audit materials have been forwarded to the Bishkek prosecutor's office for further
Sadyr Japarov, the President of Kyrgyzstan, met with the Prime Minister of Tajikistan, Kohir Rasulzoda, during his official visit to the country. The press service of the head of state reports that key aspects of bilateral relations were discussed at the meeting.
- The Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic has amended its previous directive regarding the establishment and functioning of the Open Joint Stock Company "National Investment Fund of the Kyrgyz Republic," issued on November 5, 2024, under number 666. According to the new provisions approved by the resolution dated February 7, 2026, No. 69, paragraph 7 of document No. 666 will no longer be in effect.
- The Council of the Eurasian Economic Commission has updated the provisions regarding the import of products subject to mandatory conformity assessment into the customs territory of the EAEU. In the new document, the procedure for confirming compliance with technical regulation standards for goods entering through "bonded" warehouses of electronic commerce operators intended for sale to individuals is outlined.
The Ministry of Education of Russia is initiating a competition for vacant positions of heads of state and municipal educational institutions. In the republic, 206 vacancies are open:
Candidates will only undergo computer testing
An international women's wrestling tournament will take place in Sweden, featuring athletes from Kyrgyzstan. According to the State Agency for Physical Culture and Sports, the event will be held from February 13 to 15 and will be called the Klippen Lady Open.
Due to heavy snowfall, a state of emergency of level II has been declared in the Chatkal district. This was reported by the authorized representative of the president in the Jalal-Abad region. Photo provided by the authorized representative of the president in the Jalal-Abad region
A fire broke out in one of the commercial establishments in the Lenin District of Bishkek. According to preliminary data, the fire started on the roof of a store located on Chingiz Aitmatov Avenue. According to information from the press service of the Ministry of Emergency Situations of the Kyrgyz Republic, three fire crews and an operational headquarters were dispatched to the scene of the incident. Currently, information about the victims and the causes of the fire is being clarified.
Pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP), also known as доконтактная профилактика (ДКП), is a modern and scientifically-based method of protection against HIV. The press service of the Ministry of Health of the Kyrgyz Republic explained who needs PrEP and why, as well as how to obtain it. Who Should Consider PrEPThis prophylaxis is recommended for the following categories of people at increased risk of HIV infection:
An audit conducted by the Bishkek city hall revealed financial discrepancies in the municipal institution "Specialized Children's and Youth Olympic Reserve School for Swimming, Modern Pentathlon, Fencing, Triathlon, and Judo 'Dolphin'." The press service of the capital's city hall provided this information. As a result of the audit, violations in financial discipline were identified, as well as discrepancies with the requirements of the legislation of the Kyrgyz
In Kyrgyzstan, significant changes are taking place in education aimed at improving quality. The main objective of the reforms is to ensure access to knowledge for all citizens of the country, regardless of their social status or place of residence, as stated in the Development Program until 2030. Key state objectives:
The UN Scientific Committee on the Effects of Atomic Radiation (UNSCEAR) has published a new report asserting that the primary source of radiation exposure for the global population is natural background radiation. According to this document, natural sources of ionizing radiation, such as radon, thoron, cosmic rays, as well as radioactive substances in soil and food, constitute the majority of the exposure that humanity receives. In contrast, the contribution from anthropogenic sources of
A curious situation has been recorded in Russia: a neural network designed for servicing clients in the housing and utilities sector began to use profanity after a month of interacting with them. Mikhail Viktorov, president of the National Association of Organizations in the Field of Information Modeling, shared this information, noting that developers had to retrain the robot after it picked up coarse language. “I’ll give a funny example. This is a neural network that learns, and already in
The Society Awaits Clarifications from the General The return of Kamchybek Tashiev, the former chairman of the State Committee for National Security (GKNB), to Kyrgyzstan has removed many questions, but some remain unanswered. This was reported by activist Atai Beyshenbek on his social media page.
In the city of Tokmok, Jamiliya Dzhamanbaeva, the ombudsman of the Kyrgyz Republic, met with local residents, gathering over 200 participants from the Issyk-Ata, Chui, and Kemin districts, as well as from Tokmok and Kant. The main concerns addressed were related to socio-economic issues.
- The wheat harvest forecast for Russia and Kazakhstan, presented by the U.S. Department of Agriculture in February, has not changed compared to the January data. The new report is available on the agency's website. In Russia, the harvest is expected to be 89.5 million tons, while in Kazakhstan, this figure is projected at 18.9 million tons. For comparison, last season's harvest in Russia was 81.6 million tons, and in Kazakhstan, it was 18.6 million tons.
In the Russian Federation, a new tightening of the rules for the recycling fee is planned, which, according to experts' estimates, will lead to an increase in car prices. This bill, which is already the second in recent months, has been submitted for consideration to the government of the Russian Federation. The initiative, developed by the Ministry of Industry and Trade, proposes changes to the calculation rules for the recycling fee for cars imported from the countries of the Eurasian
As part of this competition, leaders in educational institutions across the country will be changed, including: Bishkek - 11; Osh - 8; Chui Region - 21; Naryn Region - 10; Osh Region - 59; Batken Region - 20; Issyk-Kul Region - 11; Talas Region - 9; Jalal-Abad Region - 54; boarding schools - 3. In Bishkek, the competition will affect the following educational institutions:
At the final meeting of the city hall, held at the "Tunguch" theater on February 12, 2026, chaired by Adylbek Kasymaliev, the results of the capital's work for 2025 were summarized and future plans were discussed.
- Kazakhstan intends to significantly increase the capacity of hydroelectric power stations by 2030, according to information from the Ministry of Energy of the Republic of Kazakhstan. As reported on February 13, there are currently 43 hydropower facilities operating in the country with a total installed capacity of 313 MW.
Due to heavy snowfall in the Chatkal district, a state of emergency of level II has been declared. This was reported by the authorized representative of the president in the Jalal-Abad region. According to the agency, due to the snow that has been falling since February 11 of this year, snow avalanches have occurred on the roads Aala-Buka—Zhany-Bazar—Kirovka and Krasnaya Gorka—Ak-Tash, and traffic is temporarily closed.
According to information obtained from two sources in investment circles, the owners of "Aviasales" are considering the possibility of selling their company. Investment banker Ilya Shumov estimates that the value of this search engine is at least $300 million, as reported by the publication "Kommersant". According to anonymous informants, the process of preparing for the sale has already begun; however, negotiations with potential buyers have not yet been initiated. One of
Drivers holding category B and C licenses can obtain subcategory B1 or C1 licenses only after successfully passing a practical exam, as reported by the State Center for Vehicle Registration and Driver Licensing. If a citizen with a category B license wishes to upgrade to category C or D, they must complete a retraining course that lasts three months.
In 2025, according to the directive of the Ministry of Energy of the Kyrgyz Republic, at least 10 charging stations were successfully installed across the country, confirming the full implementation of this plan. This was reported by Kanat Askeev, Deputy General Director of JSC "Chakan HPP," in an interview on the radio. Askeev also noted that further expansion of the charging station network is planned for 2026. The creation of 10 new locations is anticipated, where 2-3 charging
As a result of the audit, not only financial violations were recorded, but also instances of non-compliance with legal requirements in various areas, including accounting and internal control. As a result of the inspection, 414.5 thousand soms were restored and returned to the city budget. All audit materials have been sent to the Bishkek city prosecutor's office for further legal assessment.
The decision was made by the First May District Court According to the latest data, five individuals detained in connection with the appeal from a group of politicians and scholars to the president and the speaker of the Jogorku Kenesh regarding the holding of early presidential elections have been placed in the SIZO-1 detention center until April 10. This was reported by the First May District Court of Bishkek.
- According to the updated development plan of the Ministry of Transport of the Republic of Kazakhstan until 2027, published on February 5, Kazakhstan predicts a 3.5% growth in transit transportation by 2026 compared to 2025. The total volume of transportation is expected to be at 35.2 million tons, which is 1.2 million tons more than last year.
At the parliamentary meeting on February 12, the Jogorku Kenesh approved amendments to several legislative acts concerning gender equality. As a result, a decision was made to introduce a gender quota in the civil service. According to the new amendments, when appointing members of the cabinet of ministers, a limitation must be observed, whereby no more than 70% of representatives of one gender can hold these positions. The same conditions will apply when selecting judges for the
Ulan Bekzhanovich Akmatov has been appointed as the head of the education department of the Issyk-Ata district, located in the Chuy region. This information was announced by the district state administration, according to Turmush. Ulan Akmatov was born on November 23, 1988.
The Ministry of Health has planned expenditures of 40,775.5 million soms for 2026. According to information provided by the Ministry of Finance, the funding structure is as follows:
Illustrative photo Kazakhstan is leasing land at Issyk-Kul from Kyrgyzstan for 49 years. The deputies of the Senate of the Republic of Kazakhstan ratified the corresponding agreement on February 12, according to Tengrinews.kz. The agreement between the governments of the two countries establishes the conditions for the modernization of resort and recreational facilities in the Issyk-Kul region, extending Kazakhstan's obligations until the end of 2029. These obligations are aimed at
According to IQAir data, as of 11:00 on February 12, 2026, the air quality index in Bishkek is 66 AQI. This value is considered satisfactory.
- The Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic has decided to recognize the resolution dated December 22, 2022, No. 710 "On the Composition of the Crew of Civil Aircraft of the Kyrgyz Republic" as having lost its force. This decision was formalized by a new resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers No. 83, adopted on February 10, 2026.
This work will be carried out in stages from March to November, covering the Kadamjay, Leilek, and Batken districts of the Batken region. Currently, scheduled repairs have already begun in the Sulukta area, where the 110 kV overhead lines "Khoja-Bakirgan – Arka" and "Arka – Morskaya," with a total length of 7 km, are being restored. As part of this work, 190 worn-out insulators will be replaced, and the line fittings will be updated with modern equipment that meets all
The entertainment park "Asman Park" is set to open in the "Asanbay" microdistrict of Bishkek, the capital of Kyrgyzstan, in time for Children's Day. This information was announced in a letter addressed to the Deputy of the Jogorku Kenesh, Dastan Bekeshov, from the city hall. Photo from the press service of the Bishkek city hall. Project "Asman Park" in illustration
As of 11:00 on February 13, 2026, IQAir reports the air quality in Bishkek to be 62 AQI. This air quality level is classified as satisfactory.
The Ministry of Transport and Communications of the Kyrgyz Republic has announced that the restrictions for trucks on the Otmok pass, located on the Suusamyr - Talas - Taraz route, have been lifted. According to the department, transport movement on this section of the road is currently proceeding without any problems. Road clearing and the addition of inert materials are being carried out by specialists from DEP No. 36.
- At a press conference held on February 13 at AKIpress, residents of the Manas aiyl okmotu in the Sokuluk district of the Chui region appealed to President Sadyr Japarov for assistance regarding land amnesty issues. Participants in the event included Kudaybergenova T., Useinova N., Kitaeva T.
The Prime Minister of Tajikistan, Kohir Rasulzoda, during a working visit to Kyrgyzstan, met with the head of the Cabinet of Ministers, Adylbek Kasymaliev. The visit is timed to coincide with the first meeting of the Kyrgyz-Tajik Intergovernmental Council. Rasulzoda thanked the Kyrgyz side for the warm welcome and emphasized the importance of this meeting for the further development and strengthening of cooperation between the two countries in various fields.
A tragedy occurred in the Philippines involving food blogger Emma Amit, who passed away after tasting the most poisonous crab in the country — the devil crab. This was reported by the Daily Mail. The 51-year-old woman went with friends to the mangrove forests to catch crabs and mollusks. During the process, she cooked the crabs in coconut milk and filmed everything for her blog. After the meal, the friends went home.
The international wrestling tournament Super 4 Wrestling is starting in Bishkek. As part of the event, five mini-tournaments are planned, each featuring four athletes. The competitions will take place in five Olympic weight categories — 57, 65, 74, 86, and 97 kg. Kyrgyzstan will be represented by athletes: Bekzat Almaz uulu, Bilol Sharip uulu, Orozbek Toktomambetov, and Malik Shavaev.
The U.S. administration has decided to cease operations to detain illegal immigrants in Minneapolis. This was stated by Tom Homan, who is responsible for border security and the deportation of illegal immigrants, and who was sent to this state. Homan noted: “I proposed to end the operation, and this proposal received support from President Donald Trump,” NBC News quotes him as saying.
During the meeting, participants discussed common forms of internet fraud and cases of drug trafficking among children. In particular, emphasis was placed on telephone scams, hacking of social media and messaging accounts, as well as deceptive schemes promising high returns with minimal risks. The methods of distributing and selling drugs online were also discussed. An important aspect of the meeting was the focus on measures to combat cybercrime in light of active digitalization. Participants