Athlete from Kyrgyzstan Nurbek Abdykadyrov (8-3) once again showcased his skills at a mixed martial arts tournament. On February 21 in Toronto, Canada, he participated in the Unified Mixed Martial Arts league competition.
From 09:00 to 20:00 on February 26, 2026, the supply of drinking water will be interrupted in Bishkek. Affected will be residential buildings, educational institutions, kindergartens, medical facilities, as well as other social infrastructure and industrial facilities. Water will not be supplied to the residential areas of Ak-Zhar, Ak-Bata, and Kelechek.
In the capital of Kyrgyzstan, Bishkek, work has begun on the forced demolition of metal structures located near the Central Department Store "Aichurek". The mayor of the city, Aibek Junushaliev, is present at the scene.
The organization will also address issues related to trade and consumer services in the defense sector. A new state enterprise "Asker Service" has been established in Kyrgyzstan, which will serve as a single operator for armament issues. The decree on the reorganization of the departmental structures of the Ministry of Defense was signed by Adylbek Kasymaliev, the chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers. As a result of the reorganization, the state enterprise
- At the meeting of the committee of the Jogorku Kenesh, which is responsible for agricultural policy, water resources, and environmental protection, the draft law "On Geodesy, Cartography, and Spatial Data" was reviewed, which was supported in the second reading on February 23. The information was presented by the Deputy Director of the State Agency for Land Resources, Cadastre, Geodesy, and Cartography under the Cabinet of Ministers, Jakshylyk Toktosunov.
The 79th British Academy Film Awards (BAFTA) ceremony took place in London, where the film "Battle for Battle" won six awards, including the title of "Best Film." Director Paul Thomas Anderson and actor Sean Penn were honored with awards for Outstanding Direction and Best Supporting Actor, respectively, while Michael Bauman received the award for Best Cinematography.
The schedule for the first round of the Kyrgyzstan Football Championship has been published. The start of the new season of the Premier League is scheduled for March 1.
On February 21, the National Team of Kyrgyzstan in athletics took second place at the 18th Asian Cross Country Championship held in the Japanese city of Fukuoka. This information was published by the State Agency for Physical Culture and Sports. The team included Nursultan Keneshbekov, Jusup Sulayman uulu, and Tilekzhan Zhekshenaly uulu, who successfully completed the 10-kilometer distance and won silver medals.
In Bishkek, at the Turdakun Usubaliev Square, a ceremony was held to hand over the keys to 116 units of new special equipment for the Ministry of Emergency Situations. The event was attended by the Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers Adylbek Kasymaliev and was timed to coincide with Defender of the Fatherland Day, as reported by the government press service. In his address, Kasymaliev congratulated the Ministry of Emergency Situations staff on the holiday and emphasized the importance of a
- Kyrgyzstan, despite its participation in the Eurasian Economic Union, faces a number of problems that hinder the successful implementation of export deliveries. This was stated in an interview with the radio by Tilek Jumaliev, Deputy Director of the "Kyrgyzexport" Center. He noted that companies engaged in the production of clothing and food products, as well as freight carriers, regularly report delays of their trucks at the borders.
On February 20, 2026, the Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic, Kairat Tursunkulov, held a telephone conversation with James Jakye Kwaison, who serves as the Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Ghana. This information was provided by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic. During the conversation, aspects of developing bilateral cooperation were discussed, and an agreement was reached on the need to enhance interaction between the foreign
At the "Aysalyk" site, tax lawyer Kanybek Cherikov held a discussion with labor law expert Eldar Tajibaev, during which they touched upon the topic of reducing the share of informally employed workers in Kyrgyzstan. Eldar Tajibaev noted that three years ago, about 73% of the working-age population of the country was employed in the informal sector without official labor contracts. Referring to statistics from the National Statistical Committee, the expert pointed out that among
According to the information from the mayor of the capital, Aybek Junushaliev, the company was previously given time to dismantle the structure on their own, but no actions were taken on their part.
The military operation was conducted in Tapalpa, located in western Mexico. According to the Ministry of Defense, "El Mencho" died from injuries sustained during an attempt to transport him to the hospital. Four of his accomplices were also killed in the raid, and two were seriously injured. Among the military, three soldiers were wounded. The drug cartel was founded in 2010 in the state of Jalisco and has since significantly expanded its influence throughout the country. Oségera,
- According to the National Statistical Committee, in 2025, Kyrgyzstan imported 26.3 thousand tons of citrus fruits from China for a total of $19.6 million. This represents a 41% increase compared to 2024, when the import volume was 18.6 thousand tons worth $13.7 million. The main supplier countries of citrus fruits to Kyrgyzstan are listed below:
In Bishkek, police officers detained a man suspected of a series of frauds. This was reported by the press service of the Internal Affairs Department of the Lenin District.
The Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic, Zheenbek Kulubaev, will go on a working visit to Switzerland on February 23-24. His participation in high-level events of the 61st session of the UN Human Rights Council, as well as the Conference on Disarmament, was announced by the ministry's press service.
The UN report gathers evidence about the dire situation of hundreds of thousands of victims of human trafficking, forced to participate in fraudulent schemes in major crime hubs located in Southeast Asia and other regions. According to the UN News Service, the new study documents cases of torture, sexual violence, exploitation, forced abortions, deprivation of food, and solitary confinement. Victims also reported that some border guards assist criminals, while the police behave threateningly
As a result of dissatisfaction among businessmen and officials, around 500 complaints regarding various violations of official duties were submitted against employees of the State Committee for National Security (GKNB). This was reported by representatives of the law enforcement agencies to the publication Kaktus.media. It became known that Kamchybek Tashiev was relieved of his position as head of the GKNB, which led to the suspension of his subordinates at all levels, including Eldar
At the 2026 Winter Olympics held in Milan and Cortina, Jorrit Bergsma won the gold medal in the mass start event, setting a record as the oldest Olympic champion in long track speed skating. He was 40 years old at the time of his triumph.
The scandalous audio recording could have played an important role in this decision The Parliament of Kyrgyzstan is undergoing changes: Deputy Kundu zbek Su laymanov has decided to voluntarily resign from his mandate amid political instability.
The city hall shared plans for budget utilization The projected revenues of the budget of Kyrgyzstan's capital, Bishkek, in 2026 will exceed 32.9 billion soms. This information was announced during hearings held at the city hall.
During the CEC meeting, the invalidity of the deputy's certificate was officially announced.
Today, February 23, amendments to the law simplifying the process of obtaining a civil passport for citizens aged 16 were considered in the first reading at a meeting of the committee on science, education, innovative development, and information technology, as well as culture, sports, and youth affairs of the Jogorku Kenesh. The speaker at the meeting was Almaz Raimbekov, Deputy Head of the President's Office of Kyrgyzstan. He noted that the proposed changes aim to eliminate unnecessary
damaged presidential aircraft in Florida The visit took place from February 16 to 18 and aimed at strengthening trade, economic, and investment ties. During his stay, Berdymukhammedov held talks with representatives of companies such as Nicklaus Companies and John Deere, discussing cooperation opportunities in agriculture, infrastructure, and modern technologies. He also visited the La Victoria equestrian complex, where he familiarized himself with the conditions for training horses.
In the new meeting of the "Zhubaylar" section, we will get to know Turgunbek and Elmira Abdyzhaparov, who live in the Sokuluk district of the Chui region. Their acquaintance took place in 1986 in Frunze.
The Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic has approved the composition of its delegation to the Joint Committee, which will work on climate change issues with the Republic of Korea. The order was signed by Prime Minister Adylbek Kasymaliev on January 23, 2026. The establishment of the committee became possible thanks to the agreement on climate cooperation between the two states, signed in 2024. The Secretariat of this body has been designated as the Climate Finance Center, which operates
- From February 21 to February 25, 2026, inclusive, the license of the exchange office of LLC "Arzybay" is suspended due to violations of the requirements of the legislation of the Kyrgyz Republic and the regulatory legal acts of the National Bank of the Kyrgyz Republic. The license in question was issued on October 12, 2023, under number 6600. The exchange office is located in the Jalal-Abad region, in the Bazar-Korgon district, at the address: Bazar-Korgon city, Bazar-Korgon
As part of this plan, significant benefits are provided for farmers' children. Applicants from families engaged in agriculture who were unable to score enough points for admission to the Tashkent State Agrarian University will have the opportunity to study under reduced contract costs.
Athlete from Kyrgyzstan Nursultan Keneshbekov finished sixth at the Asian Cross Country Championship held in Japan. This tournament, the 18th in the series, took place on February 21 in Fukuoka.
A suspect has been detained in Bishkek who may be involved in a series of fraudulent activities. This was reported by the press service of the Internal Affairs Department of the Lenin District of the capital. According to information received on February 13, 2026, a citizen named M.B. contacted the Internal Affairs Department requesting action against an individual named U., who, in December 2024, deceitfully obtained 135,000 soms by promising to arrange a job for him at "Kumtor Gold
Asel Nogoybaeva, who became a victim of an attack by her ex-husband, underwent another surgery to restore her ear. “The operation is complete. I thank the doctors and everyone who supported me. Now the healing process begins, along with a new sense of confidence. There is still surgery on my nose left,” she wrote on her social media.
- The Minister of Integration and Macroeconomics of the Eurasian Economic Commission, Daniyar Imanaliev, presented the strategic development plan for the EAEU until 2030. During a meeting with the Vice Prime Minister of Armenia, Mger Grigoryan, the results of the implementation of the Strategy - 2025 were analyzed, and a plan based on the Declaration "Eurasian Economic Path" was discussed.
According to information provided by the Bishkek Center for Health Strengthening, up to 40% of cancer cases can be prevented by avoiding known carcinogens such as tobacco smoke. Early detection and adequate treatment can significantly increase the chances of recovery for many forms of this disease. Cancer encompasses more than a hundred different diseases that can affect any part of the body. The BCUZ highlighted several key facts about cancer:
Many have surely heard of cases where people lost money or even property, becoming victims of internet scammers who believed in fictional stories about investigations. Unfortunately, such situations have also affected the citizens of Kyrgyzstan. The National Bank, as the main financial regulator of the country, is taking active measures to curb such fraudulent schemes. In this material, we will examine the innovations and their significance for everyone who uses bank cards and the internet.
According to the announcement, on February 24, 2026, more than 6000 subscribers in Bishkek will be disconnected from electricity due to unpaid bills. The Bishkek electric grid company reminds its customers of the importance of timely payment to avoid inconveniences. The company's website also features a section called "Subscriber Balance," where users, both residential and industrial, can check the status of their accounts at any time. Additionally, residential subscribers can
According to IQAir data, as of February 23, 2026, at 11:00, the air quality in Bishkek is 89 AQI. This index indicates a satisfactory state of the air.
In the Chuy region, in the city of Kant, the Maslenitsa festival took place, according to information from the city hall. Local residents and guests of the city gathered to bid farewell to winter and welcome spring. The event featured folk games, musical performances, dances, and a variety of treats. The main delicacy of the festival was hot pancakes.
When cash flow is exhausted in the early years, the IRR appears "compressed," highlighting the importance of the financial time structure in Royal Central Park. It's not just about short-term benefits, but about building a financial model that provides cash flow flexibility for investors. This allows holding apartments until the market begins to grow actively, avoiding forced exits from investments under pressure from interest rates. The first three years serve not merely as a
The dismantling of metal structures at the TSUM began on the instruction of the Bishkek city hall, where the mayor Aibek Junushaliev was present at that time. He noted that the owners of the property must collect the construction materials by today.
The weekends in Bishkek turned into a real musical event, full of nostalgia and live emotions. The capital hosted the international festival Dari Fest 2026, which brought together artists from different corners of the world and a multitude of spectators for whom the hit songs became a part of their youth. This event united different generations: to familiar melodies danced both those who listened to them on cassette tapes and on MTV, as well as the youth who discovered music in the streaming
The incident occurred on February 22, when two of the four elevators in the tower unexpectedly stopped. One elevator was empty, while in the second, people were trapped at a height of about 30 meters. The rescue operation lasted about 5.5 hours, after which all those trapped were evacuated without any injuries. Additionally, the situation affected other visitors: about 1,200 people on the observation deck at a height of 350 meters waited for about three hours until the elevators were restored.
A member of the ruling family of the United Arab Emirates, Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, has expressed interest in the project "Ala-Too Resort." This became known as a result of online negotiations between his representatives and the management of JSC "Ala-Too Resort," as reported by the company.
What are the consequences for the parents? A criminal case was initiated following an incident that occurred on February 16, when a conflict arose between 69-year-old teacher B. K. and 13-year-old student M. K., during which the teacher became a victim of physical violence. Information about the incident was reported to the Internal Affairs Department of the Pervomaisky District, and an investigative operational group was dispatched to the scene.
At the meeting of the Central Election Commission of the Kyrgyz Republic, held today, February 23, a decision was made to prematurely terminate the powers of Deputy Kunduzabek Suimanov of the Jogorku Kenesh based on his own statement. As a result, the certificate of Deputy K.Suimanov of the Jogorku Kenesh of the Kyrgyz Republic has lost its validity.
- In the Chuy region, in the Moscow district, a fair was held where meat products were offered at reduced prices. According to information from the press service of the Ministry of Agriculture, meat prices ranged from 650 to 700 soms per kilogram. The Ministry reported that this initiative is aimed at providing local residents with quality and affordable food products, as well as improving price stability in the domestic market.
At the meeting of the committee on agrarian policy, water resources, subsoil use, ecology, and environmental protection of the Jogorku Kenesh, deputy Alisher Kozyuev expressed the opinion that the Ministry of Agriculture should acknowledge its mistake related to the establishment of pasture committees. Kozyuev noted that several years ago, the ministry made the decision to create these committees, which required significant financial investments from external sources. “These loans have become a
According to the Financial Times, the United States has significantly increased its air force presence at bases in Jordan and Saudi Arabia, located in close proximity to Iran.