Life in the Regions: How to Become "Teacher of the Year" While Raising Four Children — The Story of Aikerim Talantbekova

Aikerim Talantbekova, a teacher of Russian language and literature at the M.Elebaev School, is located in the village of Taldy-Suu in the Tyup District of the Issyk-Kul Region. Over her nine years in education, she has not only become an "Excellence in Education" awardee but has also opened doors for her students to the world, achieving victories in international competitions. Since childhood, Aikerim has been passionate about literature. Born in 1993 in the Chui Region, she developed

A new information system for obtaining government subsidies has been developed

Within the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry, an automated information system has been developed, named "Unified System for Providing State Subsidies to Seed Production Farms of the Kyrgyz Republic," or abbreviated as AIS "Subsidy." This system was created by the State Institution "AgroSmart." The main goal of AIS "Subsidy" is to digitize and automate all stages: from submitting applications for subsidies to their review

In Kant, a pawnshop employee is suspected of embezzling 4 million soms

In the Chui region, a pawnshop employee has been detained on suspicion of embezzling 4 million soms. This information was reported by the press service of the regional police department. A statement was submitted to law enforcement on January 11 by a citizen identified as T.K., born in 1999. She approached the police department of the Issyk-Ata district, requesting action against the employee of the pawnshop located in Kant.

Direct flight Bishkek - Guangzhou launched by China Southern Airlines

China Southern Airlines has announced the launch of a direct flight between Bishkek and Guangzhou. This news was announced during a meeting between representatives of the General Consulate of Kyrgyzstan and the airline's management in Guangzhou. During the meeting, details of the flight connecting Guangzhou and Bishkek were discussed, as well as the possibility of opening a new route linking Bishkek with Guangzhou and Hainan Island.

In 2025, retail enterprises with a total area of 226.1 thousand sq.m were put into operation.

- According to statistics, in 2025, the volume of investments directed towards the construction of water supply, waste treatment, and processing facilities increased by 1.8 times. The main sources of funding for these projects were the republican and local budgets, as well as foreign direct investments, foreign loans, grants, and humanitarian aid, which accounted for 96.7% of the total volume.

The mechanism for tracking shipments using navigation seals has been launched in the Kyrgyz Republic.

Since February 11, a mandatory system for continuous tracking of cargo transportation using navigation seals has been introduced in Kyrgyzstan and other countries of the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU). This was reported by the Customs Service.

The Supreme Court and the Main Department for Combating Organized Crime of the Ministry of Internal Affairs discussed the state of cybercrime in Kyrgyzstan

On February 11, a working meeting took place at the Supreme Court building, attended by judges and representatives of the Main Department of Criminal Investigation of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic. This information was provided by the press service of the Supreme Court. The meeting was chaired by the Deputy Chairman of the Supreme Court, Nurlan Musaev. Judges dealing with criminal, civil, and economic cases, as well as employees of the Main Department of Internal

The EU plans to ban any transactions with cryptocurrencies related to Russia

Sanctions may contribute to the emergence of new players in the market According to TRT, published in the Financial Times, the European Commission aims to impose a ban on any cryptocurrency transactions related to Russia.

Previously, 50–60% of farmers' loans remained unpaid, but the situation has changed, - Ministry of Agriculture

On February 11, the Deputy Minister of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry of Kyrgyzstan, Mirbek Duyyshev, spoke about the role of agriculture as a social sphere that receives support from the state. According to him, almost every country in the world subsidizes agriculture, which includes the provision of preferential loans, tax benefits, and other preferences. Even in highly developed countries in Europe, problems in this sector are observed, which are due to its dependence

"Abu Dhabi Kyrgyz Investment" will change its founder from the Kyrgyz side

- On February 3, 2026, a decision was made to amend the resolution regarding the establishment of the open joint-stock company "Abu Dhabi Kyrgyz Investment." According to the new version, the co-founder of OJSC "Abu Dhabi Kyrgyz Investment" will be OJSC "National Investment Fund of the Kyrgyz Republic," replacing the direct participation of the Cabinet of Ministers.

The Foreign Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic and Germany discussed projects in hydropower, logistics, and tourism.

On February 11, 2026, a meeting took place in Berlin between the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic, Jeenbek Kulubaev, and Dr. Johann Wadephul, the Federal Minister of Foreign Affairs of Germany. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic. The ministers confirmed their intention to deepen cooperation between the two countries based on the principles of mutual respect and equality. A wide range of issues related to political,

Candidate for the position of Speaker of the House of Representatives named

Marlen Mamataliyev, a member of parliament, has been nominated for the position of Speaker of the Jogorku Kenesh. This is reported by sources close to the parliament on the pages of Kaktus.media. According to preliminary information, no other candidates for this position are anticipated.

The President appealed to the Constitutional Court of the Kyrgyz Republic for an official interpretation of the Constitution.

The request concerns the terms of office of the president and the procedure for conducting elections The President of the Kyrgyz Republic has submitted a request to the Constitutional Court asking for an official interpretation of certain provisions of the Constitution. In particular, it concerns the rules regarding the terms of office of the current president and the procedure for appointing both regular and early elections, the press service of the head of state reports.

The Ministry of Economy of the Kyrgyz Republic has outlined a course for GDP at $4500 and new industrialization

At a recent meeting of the Collegium of the Ministry of Economy and Commerce of the Kyrgyz Republic, important issues related to the implementation of the National Development Program until 2030 were discussed. The main goal of this program is to achieve a GDP per capita level of $4,500. In his report for 2025, First Deputy Minister of Economy Choro Seitiov emphasized that economic growth has been quite successful: the GDP volume reached 1,976.4 billion soms, and the real growth rate was

Speaker of the Parliament of Kyrgyzstan Resigns

Today, at a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, Nurlanbek Turgunbek uulu announced his voluntary resignation from the position of Speaker of the Parliament of Kyrgyzstan. Turgunbek uulu, who has held this position since 2022, noted that his work has always been aimed at the benefit of the country and the people of Kyrgyzstan. He emphasized that he participated in important decisions for the state and does not plan to completely leave politics, remaining a deputy.

An avalanche has descended on the alternative North-South route

The Aral–Kazarman section is closed to traffic On February 12, an avalanche occurred on the alternative North-South highway in the Aral–Kazarman area (length 243–296 km), reported the Ministry of Transport and Communications of the Kyrgyz Republic.

The Supreme Court Discussed the State of Cybercrime in Kyrgyzstan

On February 11, a meeting was held at the Supreme Court where judges discussed the state of cybercrime in the country. The event was attended by employees of the sixth department of the Main Directorate for Criminal Investigation of the Ministry of Internal Affairs, as well as judges from the criminal, civil, and economic law panels. Under the leadership of the Deputy Chairman of the Supreme Court, Nurlan Musaev, the main types of internet fraud and the interaction between the judicial system

In Bishkek, a man was placed in a temporary detention facility for torturing his wife

A man has been detained in Bishkek, accused of cruel treatment of his wife. This was reported by representatives of the press service of the Sverdlovsk District Police Department. According to the provided information, on January 27, 2026, a woman named M. D. filed a complaint stating that her husband, M. D., had subjected her to physical and psychological abuse for a long time.

Zelensky commented on Financial Times reports that he plans to announce elections on February 24

In response to journalists' questions, Zelensky noted: "This is the first time I hear about plans to announce elections on February 24. I learned this from the Financial Times, and now I hear it from you." He added that discussions about elections are taking place when there are security guarantees, emphasizing: "We are ready for elections, but the security situation is the main obstacle." According to him, allies are raising the issue of elections, not the Ukrainian

The GKNB announced "attempts to discredit national security agencies" against the backdrop of personnel changes

After the resignation of Kamchybek Tashiev, the State Committee for National Security (GKNB) noted that "unfounded accusations" are actively spreading in the information space, which may undermine public trust in state institutions. The committee's press service pointed out the need to refrain from harsh criticism of the agency's employees, emphasizing that they act in accordance with the Constitution and current legislation.

More than 570 schoolchildren from Kochkor participate in the district round of the Republican Olympiad

In the Kochkor district, the second stage of the Republican Olympiad is taking place — the district round. This was reported by the head of the district education department, Mirzat Mambetova, in an interview for Turmush. According to Mambetova, 578 students from 35 educational institutions are participating in the Olympiad. Registration for participation was carried out through the electronic application "Ekündölük".

In Bishkek, a man was detained for the systematic torture of his wife

On January 27, a woman named M.D. approached the Sverdlovsk District Police Department, stating that her husband had subjected her to both physical and psychological abuse for a long time. This was reported by the press service of the department. It is important to note that protective orders had previously been issued against this individual due to incidents of domestic violence. Nevertheless, despite these measures, he did not cease his unlawful actions and continued to harm his wife.

In Russia, WhatsApp and YouTube are completely blocked, Telegram - partially

Military bloggers express concerns about the consequences of the blockade In Russia, the WhatsApp application and the YouTube platform have been completely blocked, while the Telegram messenger has faced partial restrictions. This information has come from Russian news agencies and Telegram channels.

Yuan and Tenge Set New Records Against the Som. Currency Exchange Rates for February 12

As of February 12, there is an increase in the official exchange rates of currencies such as the euro, Kazakh tenge, and Chinese yuan. At the same time, the Russian ruble has slightly weakened, while the US dollar remains stable. This data was provided by the National Bank of Kyrgyzstan and exchange points in Bishkek. US Dollar Rate:

Substitution of Species and Product Fraud. Up to 20% of Fish Trade is Linked to Fraud

According to information published by the UN News Service, fraudulent schemes account for about 20% of the global turnover in the fishing industry. This level is significantly higher than in other sectors, such as meat or vegetable trade, which is related to the greater diversity of product types. In a new report from the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), fraud in the fishing sector is characterized as "a deliberate practice aimed at misleading." The

Kursan Asanov and Aaly Karashev Detained. They Signed an Appeal for Early Elections

Earlier, three more people were detained — Bekbolot Talgarbekov, Emilbek Uzakbaev, and former deputy Kurmanbek Dyikanbaev. The signing of the appeal caused a public outcry and was actively discussed on social media. It was published on February 9, and by February 10, President Japarov dismissed Kamchybek Tashiev, his close associate, from the position of head of the State Committee for National Security (GKNB). Deputy Prime Minister Edil Baisalov and presidential press secretary Askat Alagozov

Fifth Day of the Olympics: Victories of the Favorites and New Gender Narratives

The fifth day of the 2026 Winter Olympic Games in Italy was marked by significant events: outstanding victories, national-level records, and the first successes in the medal standings. Some teams continue to confirm their leading positions, while others, including the Kyrgyzstan team, are just beginning their journey in the competitions. Biathlon: French TriumphÉric Perrot from France became the star of the day, winning the individual 20 km race with a time of 47:58.1, having only one miss.

Exchange Rate at the Moscow City Council on February 12: Which Currency Has Decreased in Value?

On the morning of February 12, the exchange rates for foreign currencies at the Moskovsky Soviet exchange points are presented as follows:

UTS in Turkey: "Neftchi" crushed the Uzbek club. Match results from February 11

On February 11, the teams participating in the Kyrgyzstan Football Championship held a series of friendly matches during the off-season. In Belek (Turkey), the Kochkor-Ata club "Neftchi" confidently defeated the Uzbek team "Khorezm," finishing the match with an impressive score of 4:0.

EAEU Agricultural Producers Increased Prices for Their Products by 8.5% in 2025

The Ministry of Agriculture launches an electronic queue for obtaining preferential loans

The Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry of the Kyrgyz Republic, with the support of JSC "Ayil Bank" and JSC "Eldik Bank", is preparing to launch an electronic queue system for obtaining preferential loans. The development of this digital tool was carried out by the State Enterprise "AgroSmart," which acted as the technical operator, on the "i-Dyikan" platform. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of

In Bishkek, the shortage of emergency doctors has decreased by almost three times - Shayahmetov

According to Iskender Shayahmetov, the chief physician of the city Emergency Medical Center, the shortage of ambulance doctors in Bishkek has significantly decreased—by almost three times. This became possible due to an increase in salaries. Shayahmetov noted that in 2025, by presidential decree, salaries for ambulance doctors in Bishkek and Osh, as well as for surgeons, pediatricians, and medical specialists working in remote areas, were indexed.

The President of Kazakhstan appointed a referendum on the new Constitution for March 15. What has changed in it?

Tokayev noted on the same day he signed the decree that the adoption of amendments would be an important step for the development of Kazakhstan and would help realize the potential of every citizen. He emphasized that the current direction of political reforms shows that Kazakhstan is moving away from a super-presidential model and towards a presidential republic with a strong parliament. However, human rights activists and lawyers express concerns that the proposed changes may actually

Trump after meeting with Netanyahu stated that he insists on continuing negotiations with Iran

Trump added: “Last time, Iran decided that it was more beneficial not to reach a deal and faced the consequences. I hope that this time they will show more reason and responsibility. We also discussed the significant successes achieved in Gaza and the Middle East as a whole. There is indeed peace in this region.” According to information from The Financial Times, the president of Iran stated his readiness to open nuclear facilities for international inspections. Masoud Pezeshkian confirmed

The resilience of business in the Kyrgyz Republic through compliance was discussed by entrepreneurs and experts

In Bishkek, a dialogue took place between the public and private sectors, focusing on strengthening business resilience through compliance mechanisms and responsible governance. This was reported by the event organizers. During the discussion, participants examined proposals for improving the legislative framework in Central Asian countries. Attention was also given to the importance of regular and structured interaction between the government and entrepreneurs on compliance and good governance

What to do before the arrival of doctors if a heart attack occurs, explained a cardiac surgeon

Cardiac surgeon Nurlan Koshoybek uulu shared important information on "Birinchi Radio" about what to do in case of a heart attack before medical personnel arrive. The doctor explained that there are various symptoms of cardiovascular diseases that require urgent medical attention. These include burning sensations, pain that may radiate to the arm, jaw, or area between the shoulder blades, as well as shortness of breath during physical activity. Even brief manifestations of these

New Head of the SGO: Regarding the Protection of Kamchybek Tashiev, the President Gave Necessary Instructions

The State Service has taken into account the opinions of citizens Sadyr Japarov, the president of the country, has given instructions regarding the security of Kamchybek Tashiev, who previously held the position of chairman of the State National Security Committee (GKNB). This was reported by the new head of the State Guard Service, Syrgak Berdikozhoev. According to him, "citizens expressed concern on social media about the safety of Kamchybek Tashiev. The president instructed to continue

In most regions of Mongolia, an intensification of cold weather is expected

// photo: ©Batzaya Choijiljav From February 13, snowfall and blizzards are predicted in northern Mongolia, and by February 14, the worsening weather will affect the eastern part of the country. At the same time, a drop in temperature is expected in most regions, with strong winds in the mountainous areas of Altai and Gobi, as well as in the steppe regions. According to meteorologists, from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM on February 12, 2026, the weather in the country will be mostly cloudy. Snow is

Events in Ukraine and the World. Main Highlights by the Morning of February 12

International media provided information about key events that occurred over the past 24 hours in Ukraine and beyond, amid ongoing military actions. Main points. Firefighters are working at a residential building in Kharkiv, damaged as a result of a drone attack. Photo Reuters / Sofia Gatilova. According to the Financial Times, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky plans to announce presidential elections and a referendum on February 24, however, Reuters reports that the implementation of this

Kulubaev to the Head of the German Foreign Ministry: There Are No Grounds for Sanctions Against Kyrgyzstan

Jeenbek Kulubaev and Johann Wadephul at the meeting. Photo from the press service of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic. On February 11, a bilateral meeting took place in Berlin between Jeenbek Kulubaev, the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Kyrgyzstan, and Johann Wadephul, the Federal Minister of Foreign Affairs of Germany. This information was provided by the press service of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic. During the meeting, various aspects of

National League: "Bek" from Manas Takes 1st Place

In the first round tournament of the new season of the National League, held at the Koyomkul Sports Palace in Bishkek, eight teams are participating. After a successful game, the team "Bek Jalal-Abad" achieved its fourth victory and scored 9 points, allowing it to surpass "Kara-Suu" and the Ministry of Internal Affairs (MVD) due to additional indicators.

TMK will cooperate with Mongolia in the gas sector

The Ministry of Energy of Mongolia, together with representatives of TMK Energy, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) TMK, in collaboration with the Ministry of Energy of Mongolia, has begun developing strategies for the extraction and processing of methane generated in coal seams. Details can be found here. The Ministry of Energy of Mongolia and TMK Energy have signed an agreement aimed at exploring the possibilities of rapidly integrating natural gas into the country's energy

Fuel imports to Mongolia increased by 40% last month

According to the data from the Main Customs Administration, diesel fuel imports amounted to 147 thousand tons, which is 13.4% lower than the figures for the same period last year. It is also worth noting that in January of last year, 6,014 vehicles were imported, which is a decrease of 62.3% compared to the same month in 2025. At the same time, the number of imported trucks was 1,347 units, which is 48.8% less than last year.

In January 2026, the inflation rate across the country rose to 7.5%

Overview of the Economic Situation in Mongolia for January 2026 According to the report from the National Statistical Committee, the total volume of foreign economic activity in Mongolia at the beginning of 2026 amounted to $2.59 billion, which is an increase of 30.1% compared to January of last year. The trade balance set a new record with a surplus of $906.5 million, where exports significantly exceeded imports.

Ulaanbaatar Plans to Issue Bonds to Finance the Construction of CHP-5

According to the adopted decision, the project fully complies with the norms of the Law on State Debt, as well as the most important strategic documents, including the Medium-Term Fiscal Policy and the Energy Development Plan. The results of the Feasibility Study and Environmental Impact Assessment are also taken into account. The implementation of the project will be carried out under the Law on Public-Private Partnership in the format of "Design, Build, Operate and Transfer." This

The Speaker of the Parliament of Mongolia Emphasized the Importance of Partnership with Russia

// United Russia During a meeting with Dmitry Medvedev, Deputy Chairman of the Security Council of Russia, Uchral Nyam-Osor noted that he chose to begin his first official visit with Russia, thereby emphasizing the importance of relations between the two countries. For his part, Dmitry Medvedev, who is also the chairman of the United Russia party, characterized the relations between Russia and Mongolia as friendly and based on centuries of history.

The Mongolian freestyle wrestler will meet world stars of freestyle wrestling in Bishkek

TULGA Tömör-Ochir In this competition, the four best wrestlers in each of the five Olympic weight categories will compete: 57 kg, 65 kg, 74 kg, 86 kg, and 97 kg. Mongolia will be represented in the 65 kg category by Tulga Tömör-Ochir, who is a silver and bronze medalist at world championships, as well as a two-time silver medalist at Asian championships.

The Great State Khural Denied TASS Report

TASS reported that "this is the first official foreign visit of Nyam-Osoryn Uchral since his election in November 2025 as the 14th speaker of the Parliament of Mongolia," and that he allegedly descends from Russian emigrants. Tögsbayar Batsaihan, head of the press service of the Great State Khural (parliament), today denied the information published on the TASS website. He officially stated that the information regarding the origins of Nyam-Osoryn Uchral mentioned in the article is