The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic warns: advance payments for obtaining a visa to the USA do not exist

In Kyrgyzstan, there is an increase in offers from intermediaries who promise "guaranteed" success in obtaining a visa to the USA. This was reported by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic. The ministry emphasizes that advance payments do not exist, and no one can guarantee the receipt of a visa to the USA. Payment for the visa should only be made after the interview, through the official link provided by the embassy in Bishkek.

147.5 million soms. The VIK will purchase English and Russian trotters, modernize stables and arenas

As part of the preparations for the VI World Nomad Games, which will take place in 2026, the "State Holding of Breeding Horse Industry" intends to purchase 14 pedigree horses. Among them will be both stallions and mares of English and Russian trotting breeds. The total cost of this purchase will amount to 32.8 million soms, as reported by the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry of the Kyrgyz Republic. There are also plans to modernize stables, arenas,

Four previously wanted teenagers found in Bishkek

According to information provided by the police, the teenagers were taken to the internal affairs departments of the Lenin and May Day districts. In these institutions, they had preventive and explanatory talks with staff from the juvenile affairs inspection. Two of the sought-after teenagers were handed over to the educators of the "Ak-Niet" center, while the third minor returned to their parents.

Conflicts in School. Expert Calls for Comprehensive Investigations

In Kyrgyz schools, conflicts often arise; however, they usually remain within educational institutions and do not enter public discussion. This was reported on "Birinchi Radio" by Baktygul Jumakulova, an expert in school medicine. She emphasized that the priority should be the prevention of conflicts rather than their resolution after they occur. "It is necessary to understand the roots of the problem and find out why it arises. The first question always concerns the family. We

Weather for the First Days of March. Forecast in Bishkek and Across Kyrgyzstan

Bishkek February 25, Wednesday The temperature at night will be -1...-3 °C, with possible rain turning into snow.

There is Increased Demand for Certain Samovars at the "Flea Markets" of the Jayil District

In the Chui region, in the Jayil district, there is an increased interest in samovars produced during the Soviet era. These items are actively purchased for use. They are distinguished by their durability, attractive design, and high quality, maintaining their practical value even in modern times.

The Ministry of Health plans to develop liver transplantation at the NCOD and the M. Mamakeev National Center for Hepatology.

At the meeting of the Committee of the Jogorku Kenesh on labor, health, women's affairs, and social issues on February 24, Deputy Minister of Health Bakytbek Kadyraliev announced plans to develop a liver transplantation program at the National Surgical Center named after M.M. Mamakeev and the National Center for Maternal and Child Health. In his speech, he noted that one liver transplant operation had already been performed at the Osh State University clinic.

The Committee of the Jogorku Kenesh heard information on the epidemiological situation regarding hepatitis in the republic.

During the discussion, Deputy Zhyldyz Egenberdieva emphasized the importance of accelerating the screening program for hepatitis B and C, as well as creating a corresponding registry. She noted that vaccination should only be conducted after laboratory tests are performed. The issue of ensuring the population has access to clean drinking water was raised by Deputy Nurjamal Torobekova, pointing to this as one of the main reasons for the increase in infectious diseases.

The Ministry of Internal Affairs has identified violations for which drivers will be tested on their knowledge of traffic rules.

At a meeting of the Committee of the Jogorku Kenesh on Judicial and Legal Issues, Security, and Combating Corruption, Deputy Minister of Internal Affairs Adylbek Biibosunov presented amendments to the Code of Offenses of Kyrgyzstan. The proposed bill introduces a mechanism for testing drivers' knowledge of traffic rules immediately after certain violations are identified.

Insecticides worth 27 million soms will be purchased to combat locusts

The Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry of the Kyrgyz Republic, through the Department of Chemicalization, Plant Protection, and Quarantine, has announced a tender for the purchase of insecticides to combat locust pests and the American white moth. According to information posted on the government procurement portal, a budget of 27 million 289.6 thousand soms has been allocated for these purposes.

Generated Faces Become "More Real" Than Real Ones: Even Experts Make Mistakes

An example of a video created by the new AI-based text-to-video model from Meta, Make-A-Video. The text prompt for creating the video was "a teddy bear painting a portrait." Image: Meta Such neural networks are capable of generating faces that increasingly pass human visual checks. Sometimes people not only confuse generated images with real ones but also consider them more "plausible" compared to regular photographs. A study conducted by a group of scientists indicates

In 2025, 14,365 parrots were brought to Krasnoyarsk from Kyrgyzstan

According to information provided by the press service of the Rosselkhoznadzor administration for the Krasnoyarsk Territory, 870 parrots were delivered from Kyrgyzstan to Krasnoyarsk. Photo by the press service of the Rosselkhoznadzor administration for the Krasnoyarsk Territory

In 2026, Kyrgyzstan will host the Asian Wrestling Championship and the Central Asia Sailing Championship

The year 2026 will be significant for Kyrgyzstan in the context of sports development and event tourism. Major international competitions are planned in the country, including the Asian Wrestling Championship and the Central Asia Sailing Championship, which will take place on Lake Issyk-Kul. The World Nomad Games are also expected. These plans were announced at a meeting of the board of the State Agency for Physical Culture and Sports, where Edil Baisalov, Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of

Kanybek Dosmambetov has been relieved of his duties as Minister of Health

Today, a presidential decree was published announcing the dismissal of Kanybek Dosmbetov from the position of Minister of Health of the Kyrgyz Republic. The information was provided by the press service of the head of state. The document was signed today, but the reasons for Dosmbetov's removal from office remain unknown. The name of the acting Minister of Health will be announced soon, and a candidate will also be presented for approval in the Jogorku Kenesh.

Abdumalik Karachev will once again compete at the PWL tournament in Uzbekistan

Kyrgyz wrestler Abdumalik Karachov will participate in an international wrestling tournament that will take place in Uzbekistan. The PWL 11 tournament is scheduled for March 27 in the capital of the country — Tashkent.

Four Previously Wanted Teenagers Found in Bishkek

Employees of the Main Department of Internal Affairs (GUVD) of Bishkek conducted operational activities, as a result of which they were able to establish the location and find four teenagers who were wanted. This was reported by the press service of the GUVD of the capital. The minors were sent to the district departments of internal affairs of the Lenin and Pervomaisky districts, where they had preventive and explanatory conversations with the staff of the juvenile affairs inspection.

In Bishkek, the winners of the city championship and tournament in Shotokan Karate-Do have been determined.

From February 21 to 22, the city championship and championship in Shotokan Karate-Do took place in Bishkek. This information was provided by the city administration. About 450 athletes representing various clubs and sections of the city participated in the event.

Why Political Crises in Kyrgyzstan Repeat: A Political Scientist's Perspective

Discussion of the roots of political instability in Kyrgyzstan is becoming relevant once again. Political scientist Mars Sariev asserts that the true reasons for these crises are significantly deeper than the commonly accepted explanations related to elite struggles or economic challenges. Photo from internet sources According to him, Kyrgyz society is characterized by a complex structure, which includes significant regional differences, active civic groups, multiple centers of influence, and

Damirbek Osmonov became the acting Minister of Health

The candidacy of Osmonov will be submitted for approval to the Jogorku Kenesh. The presidential administration announced the appointment of Damir Osmonov as the acting Minister of Health.

In Bishkek, four out of eight missing teenagers have been found

Four minors who were previously wanted have been found in Bishkek. This information was provided by the press service of the Main Department of Internal Affairs of the capital. According to their data, the teenagers were sent to the Internal Affairs Departments of the Lenin and Pervomaisky districts of the city.

In 2025, 116 medical institutions were closed in Kyrgyzstan for violations of sanitary and epidemiological standards

In 2025, 3,145 comprehensive inspections were conducted in medical institutions, of which 959 inspections concerned private clinics. This was reported by Sanjar Temirbekov, head of the public health department, at a meeting of the relevant committee of the Jogorku Kenesh. As a result of these inspections, 2,245 sanitary prescriptions were issued, and 1,111 individuals faced administrative penalties. Due to serious violations of sanitary regulations, the activities of 116 institutions were

In the Batken region, the relocation of residents from landslide and rockfall zones is being considered

In the Batken region, in the upper part of the rural municipality of Altyn-Beshik, 62 households are located in areas prone to landslides and rockfalls, reports Turmush correspondent. In response to this threat, employees of the Emergency Situations Department for the Batken region and local authorities conducted an inspection in the specified areas. Residents were handed warnings about the possible danger.

The Foreign Ministers of Central Asian Countries to Meet in the United Kingdom

Jeenbek Kulubaev, the head of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Kyrgyzstan, will travel to the United Kingdom to participate in the first meeting of the foreign ministers of Central Asia with representatives of this country. The press service of the ministry confirmed the information about the visit. According to available information, the trip is scheduled for February 25-26, 2026.

Bakyt Torobaev has been relieved of his duties as Deputy Head of the Cabinet, Kanybek Dosmambetov has been relieved of his duties as Minister of Health.

The President of the country has made the decision to dismiss two members of the Cabinet of Ministers: Bakyt Torobaev will no longer serve as Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers, as well as Minister of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry.

In Bishkek, part of a café is being dismantled. 340 square meters of land will be freed.

Photo courtesy of the mayor's office The Land Use Control Department of the Bishkek mayor's office has begun the dismantling of part of the café "Al Bukhari," located on Tynalieva Street. This information was provided by the municipality's press service. This decision to dismantle is based on the conclusions of the commission dealing with land allocation issues in the city: the lease has been terminated, and the property must be vacated.

Kanibek Dosmambetov has been relieved of his duties as Minister of Health

Kanibek Dosmambetov has ceased to perform the duties of the Minister of Health, as reported by the president's press service. Dosmambetov took this position on December 24, 2025.

Pavel Durov has become a subject of a criminal case in Russia

During the investigation, which involves Durov's actions, there are mentions of recruitment and involvement of individuals in terrorist acts, as well as financing of terrorist groups. According to information from the Ministry of Internal Affairs and the FSB, since 2022, the number of crimes related to Telegram has exceeded 153,000, among which 33,000 are acts of sabotage-terrorism and extremism. Among the mentioned incidents are the terrorist attack at the event in "Crocus City

Small and medium-sized businesses provided employment for over 1 million people in 2025, - Ministry of Economic Development

- In 2025, small and medium-sized enterprises created more than 1 million jobs. This information was announced by the Ministry of Economy, citing the National Statistics Committee in the context of the draft Program for the Support and Development of Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises [SME] for the period until 2030. The main objective of the SME-2030 program, as noted by the Ministry of Economy, is to create a clear, accessible, and institutionally protected support system for SMEs,

"Naryn Diary": The film of the Builder of the Toktogul Hydroelectric Station No. 1 has been restored

Digital restoration has allowed modern viewers to see the iconic documentary film from the 1970s anew. The documentary "Naryn Diary," which has become significant in the history of Kyrgyz cinema, has been restored in digital format. The film highlights the construction of the Toktogul Hydroelectric Power Station and the events leading up to the creation of the country's largest hydroelectric facility.

Erlis Akunbekov appointed Acting Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet and Minister of Agriculture

He is actively involved in business related to the agricultural sector. The decree appointing Erlis Akunbekov as acting Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers and Minister of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry was signed by President Sadyr Japarov. This was reported by the press service of the President's Administration. Erlis Akunbekov was born on June 10, 1983, in the city of Osh. He is a graduate of Osh State University and Moscow State University. Prior to his

How Many Electric Vehicles Are Registered in Kyrgyzstan? Chart

By the end of 2025, there were 15,278 electric vehicles registered in the country, according to data from the Ministry of Natural Resources. The ministry also announced plans to launch the "Green Taxi" project in collaboration with the National Investment Fund.

The powers of a number of local council deputies have been prematurely terminated

In Kyrgyzstan, they want to increase the share of women entrepreneurs among individual entrepreneurs and small businesses.

Small enterprises and individual entrepreneurs play a key role in the country's economy. This is confirmed by the draft program developed by the Ministry of Economy, which aims to support and develop small and medium-sized businesses until 2030. According to an analysis conducted by the OSCE, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) significantly impact the gross domestic product of Kyrgyzstan. However, for most SMEs, especially microbusinesses, as well as enterprises managed by women and

The National Academy of Sciences was handed the keys to new official vehicles.

Photo of the Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic. President of the Academy of Sciences Kanat Abdrakhmatov (left) and Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers Edil Baisalov Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers of Kyrgyzstan Edil Baisalov handed over the keys to 26 new official vehicles to the National Academy of Sciences. The government press service reported this event. According to the information, 44.8 million soms were allocated for the purchase of the vehicles.

The Cabinet reported how much was spent on supporting sports in the country last year

The meeting of the board of the State Agency for Physical Culture and Sports of the Kyrgyz Republic took place today, February 24, where the results of the work for 2025 were summarized. The event was attended by Edil Baisalov, board members, heads of physical culture and sports departments, as well as representatives of the National Olympic Committee. This was reported by the press service of the Cabinet of Ministers. Edil Baisalov noted that "the state continuously supports the

Deputy Prime Minister - Minister of Agriculture Bakyt Torobaev Resigned

According to sources, Bakyt Torobaev has decided to leave his position as Deputy Prime Minister and head of the Ministry of Agriculture, Water Resources, and Processing Industry. Photo from the internet

Provocateurs or Reformers? Calls in Social Media to Rename Districts in Bishkek and Get Rid of "February 23"

Initiators demand to get rid of the Soviet legacy Calls for changing the names of districts in the capital Bishkek and canceling the celebration of "February 23" have intensified on social media. This initiative has attracted attention and sparked heated debates among citizens.

Erlis Akunbekov appointed acting deputy chairman of the cabinet of ministers

According to the decree of President Sadyr Japarov, Erlis Akunbekov is now performing the duties of Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers, as well as Minister of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry. Photo from the internet In his new position, Akunbekov will be responsible for issues related to water policy, support for farming enterprises, as well as the development of processing and implementation of state programs in the agricultural sector.

Appointed Acting Deputy Head of the Cabinet and Minister of Health of Kyrgyzstan

In accordance with the new decree of the President of Kyrgyzstan, Sadyr Japarov has appointed new acting members of the Cabinet of Ministers: Erlis Akunbekov will now serve as the acting Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers and Minister of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry, while Damirbek Osmonov has become the acting Minister of Health.

Starting May 1, 2026, electricity rates will rise again. How much will we pay?

Starting from May 1, 2026, a significant increase in electricity prices is expected in Kyrgyzstan. Representatives of the Department of Fuel and Energy Regulation under the Ministry of Energy shared with Kaktus.media information about the upcoming changes and how to optimize electricity expenses. Tariff Formation ProcessCurrently, electricity tariffs for the population are socially oriented and set below the actual cost of production. In this regard, the Cabinet of Ministers approved the

In Uzbekistan, cars older than fifty years are being banned. Owners of old vehicles criticize the decision.

Starting from February 1, police officers began checking old cars on the roads of the country. If a vehicle was manufactured before 1976, it will be immediately stopped, and the license plate will be confiscated. Owners of such cars will have to either tow them home or take them to a scrap metal collection point. According to the new rules, the movement of cars manufactured before 1976 on the roads is prohibited, which is due to the need to improve road safety,” explained an inspection officer.

In Bishkek on Kuliyev Street, a teenager's phone was stolen at night

On February 24, the press service of the Bishkek City Police reported the detention of a suspect in a robbery. The incident occurred on February 3, around 00:30, when a 17-year-old boy was attacked on Kuliev Street and had his mobile phone stolen. It was only on February 21 that the victim's brother decided to contact the police, after which the case was registered under Article 206 ("Robbery") of the Criminal Code of the Kyrgyz Republic.

Kyrgyzstan Reduced Passenger Car Imports in 2025

According to the National Statistical Committee, from January to December 2025, Kyrgyzstan imported 139,065 passenger cars worth $1 billion 78.6 million. This is 1,967 cars fewer than the previous year, which corresponds to a decrease of 38.1% in monetary terms. The main exporting countries of passenger cars in 2025 were South Korea (58,920 cars), China (49,497), the USA (9,792), Japan (4,869), and Russia (4,036).

In Bishkek, the "Clean City" competition will take place. Schoolchildren will receive valuable prizes.

From March 1 to May 1, 2026, a competition called "Clean City" will take place in Bishkek, aimed at collecting plastic waste. This was reported by the Jogorku Kenesh. The winner will be the school that collects the most plastic, and its participants will receive valuable prizes.

The president's press secretary denied rumors about renaming the city of Manas

In recent days, information has appeared on social media and messaging apps about a possible return to the former name of the city of Manas, located in the Jalal-Abad region. The press secretary of the President of Kyrgyzstan, Askat Alagozov, denied these rumors on his social media page.

In March, the Mamakeev National Center will perform its first liver transplant

At the National Surgical Center named after Mambet Mamakeev, the first liver transplant is scheduled to take place in March. This was announced during a meeting of the relevant committee of the Jogorku Kenesh by Deputy Minister of Health Bakytbek Kadyraliev. He reported that all necessary preparations for the operation have been completed and the equipment has been installed. Russian specialists will participate in the surgery.

Traffic on the Bishkek-Osh highway will be restricted due to snow melting.

From February 24 to 28, temporary restrictions on vehicle movement will be introduced on eight sections of the Bishkek—Osh highway. This is related to the forced snow removal operations. The information was provided by the Ministry of Emergency Situations for the Jalal-Abad region.

The President appointed the acting Minister of Health

Damirbek Osmonov has been appointed as the acting Minister of Health. This information was announced by the press service of the presidential administration. It is worth reminding that prior to this, Kanibek Dosmambetov held the position of Minister of Health of the Kyrgyz Republic.