Today, February 20, Aibek Matkerimov said goodbye to the team, confirming that he has submitted a resignation letter of his own accord. This information was received by the editorial office of Kaktus.media from sources familiar with the situation. At the moment, the order for his removal from the position has not yet been issued.
In the city of Osh, the expansion of Osmonov Street to eight lanes is planned. This information was announced by the press service of the local mayor's office. It has become known that Mayor Janar Akaev conducted an inspection of the current condition of this section of the road.
A cultural event titled “If I Am a Nation, I Am with My Language” took place at Correctional Institution No. 19, dedicated to International Mother Language Day. The participants of the evening were individuals sentenced to life imprisonment, as reported by the press service of the State Service for the Execution of Sentences (GSIN). Representatives of various nationalities participated in the program dedicated to the celebration on February 21, including Kyrgyz, Uzbeks, Azerbaijanis, Turks,
According to information provided by the Main Internal Affairs Directorate of the Chui Region, on February 5, a 42-year-old man, K.A., reported to the Internal Affairs Department of the Issyk-Ata District. He stated that at 13:21, he received a call from strangers via WhatsApp who asked him to dictate a four-digit code. After this, 1,999,006 soms were withdrawn from his electronic wallet at "Eldik Bank." Based on this incident, a criminal case was initiated under Article 209
Human rights activist Rita Karasartova has initiated a legal process against the leaders of the State Penitentiary Service (GSIN) and Detention Center No. 1, as she reported on her Facebook page. Karasartova noted that in 2006, a law was adopted that guarantees detainees in detention centers the right to a 15-minute phone call with relatives once a week.
On February 20, a meeting was held in the city of Osh to clarify the process of legalizing jewelry products. The event gathered traders of precious metal items. As noted by Asylbek Abdyrai uulu, head of the information support service of the State Tax Service, legalization will significantly reduce the tax burden and create more comfortable conditions for entrepreneurs. “Currently, over a hundred entrepreneurs engaged in the sale of gold are undergoing training on how to legalize their products
Rain is forecasted in Kyrgyzstan. In the capital, Bishkek, the air temperature will be +4 degrees at night and will rise to +11 during the day.
On February 22, the celebration of Maslenitsa will take place in the capital of Kyrgyzstan, Bishkek, as reported by the event organizers. As part of the festivities, there will be round dances, songs, dances, games, contests, and, of course, treats — delicious pancakes.
On February 20, hearings dedicated to the budget project of Bishkek for 2026 took place at the "Tunguch" theater. The event was attended by city residents, deputy mayors, deputies of the Bishkek City Council, and heads of various city services, the press service of the mayor's office reports. The First Deputy Mayor, Mirlanbek Baigonchokov, noted that over the past five years, the city budget has tripled.
In the Osh region, law enforcement officers stopped a large-scale telephone fraud scheme, as reported by the press service of the department. The investigative authorities have begun an investigation in connection with several criminal cases related to large-scale fraud.
The Ministry of Construction, Architecture, and Housing and Communal Services has proposed an initiative to transfer the authority for approving urban planning projects and land use regulations for Bishkek and Osh to the level of the Cabinet of Ministers. The corresponding draft law has already been published for public discussion. The ministry emphasized that urban planning documentation is a set of documents regulating the development and construction of territories at various levels—from
Construction near TSUM and GUM has become the most discussed topic in the city for almost a year. The closed road, recent traffic jams, and inconveniences for pedestrians are all consequences of the so-called renovation of Bishkek. On February 19, the mayor of Bishkek, Aibek Junushaliev, conducted an inspection at the construction site, where he issued a series of strict instructions.
Asel Asanbaeva, a teacher at secondary school No. 1 named after G.P. Kudryashov in Orlovka, located in the Kemin district of the Chui region, was surrounded by an atmosphere of respect for the teaching profession from an early age. Every morning, she was awakened by her father's accordion...
Colonel Mirlan Ryskeldiyev has been appointed as the head of the Internal Investigations Service of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic. Previously, he held the position of Deputy Head of the Internal Intelligence Service of the Ministry of Internal Affairs.
The 14th meeting of the ministers of economy and trade of the Turkic States Organization (OTG) took place in Turkestan. According to the OTG press service, delegates from participating countries gathered at the event to strengthen economic cooperation, deepen trade relations, and support sustainable and inclusive growth in the Turkic space.
The Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic has undergone a new personnel appointment. According to the information from the press service, the Minister of Internal Affairs has appointed Colonel of Police Myrlan Ryskeldiyev to the position of head of the internal investigations department. Previously, he held the position of deputy of this unit.
In the Ton District, the campaign for the voluntary surrender of weapons continues as part of the operation "Arsenal". According to the Interior Ministry of the Issyk-Kul region, operational groups engaged in the voluntary surrender of firearms that are in illegal circulation continue their work in the Ton District as part of the event called "Arsenal".
The website Toktom.kg reports that the Cabinet of Ministers of Kyrgyzstan has adopted a resolution concerning national telecommunications operators. According to the document, adopted on February 13 under number 104, the list of national operators includes:
It is important to register online in time The Ministry of Education informs about the start of online registration for the nationwide testing, which will last until April 2. Registration began on February 17 on the platform of the Center for Assessment and Learning testing.kg.
Today, February 20, the Bishkek City Court upheld the decision of the Pervomaisky District Court to keep Kadyrbek Atambaev in custody. As reported by his relatives, the next hearing in the case is scheduled for March.
The Minister of Transport and Communications, Talantbek Soltobaev, at a meeting held on February 19, 2026, instructed to expedite the construction process of a new transport control point. This facility will be located on the northern side of the existing checkpoint "Aral," situated in the Jumgal district. The purpose of establishing the new point is to enhance road safety and to monitor compliance with weight and dimensional standards for freight vehicles. This will also help prevent
On February 20, the press service of the SBON of the Ministry of Internal Affairs reported the detention of suspects in illegal drug trafficking. The investigation established that three individuals: R.U.U., born in 1992, O.u.N., born in 1995, and B.u.K., born in 1997, were detained while transporting a significant volume of drugs from the Toktogul district to the capital of Kyrgyzstan.
China achieved a record in electric vehicle exports in 2025, sending 2.2 million cars abroad, according to information published by the country's General Administration of Customs. Compared to the previous year, exports increased by 34.3%, which is equivalent to nearly 566,000 cars. Additionally, the value of exported electric vehicles rose by 13.8%, totaling $36.4 billion in 2025.
- According to the Ministry of Economy, in 2025, farmers in the republic were provided with equipment for drip and sprinkler irrigation totaling 342 million soms. Of this amount, 139.6 million soms was spent on the purchase of 3,110.1 tons of tubular tape, while 202.4 million soms went towards the acquisition of 32 sprinkler systems and equipment for drip irrigation covering 324 hectares. On average, drip irrigation systems are installed annually in the country on 1,000 to 2,500 hectares.
The decree was signed by President Sadyr Japarov In an effort to create gender balance in state policy, President Sadyr Japarov approved a decree regarding changes to a number of existing decrees.
- On February 18, 2026, a meeting of the Commission on Economic Issues under the Economic Council of the CIS took place in Moscow. During the meeting, participants discussed important aspects of economic cooperation among CIS countries, including the results of the implementation of the Intergovernmental Target Program "Reclamation of Territories of States Affected by Uranium Mining Activities".
- According to information provided by the National Statistics Committee, in 2025, the volume of poultry meat imports to Kyrgyzstan increased by 11.1% in natural terms compared to the previous year. The total amount of imported meat was 89.2 thousand tons, with China being the main supplier, accounting for about three-fifths of the total import volume.
During the operational and preventive event "Illegal" in the Batken region, nine foreigners were held administratively liable. This information was received from the regional internal affairs department. Photo of the Batken Region Internal Affairs Department. Nine foreigners fined
The Japanese Ministry of Health has given the green light for the commercial use of revolutionary regenerative medicine drugs based on induced pluripotent stem cells (iPS). These developments are intended for the therapy of serious diseases such as Parkinson's disease and heart failure, reports Kazinform, citing SCMP. In particular, this concerns the ReHeart drug, used for the treatment of ischemic cardiomyopathy, and Amchepry, which is used to correct degenerative changes in
On her Facebook page, Karasartova announced her appeal to the court. She mentioned that a law was passed back in 2006 allowing prisoners in pre-trial detention to communicate with relatives by phone for 15 minutes once a week. However, she claims that this right is not being upheld. The human rights activist stated that she had repeatedly asked the administration of the pre-trial detention center to allow her to call her loved ones. "Today, February 20, I officially filed a lawsuit in the
The President signed a decree to establish the State Protection Service based on the 9th service of the State National Security Committee (GKNB), which will report directly to the head of state and be responsible for the protection of facilities and individuals. On that day, a decision was also made to withdraw the Border Service from the GKNB. What changes are expected for the GKNB of the Kyrgyz Republic in the near future and in the long term was discussed with Jumgalbek Shabdanbekov in an
Constitution // Constitution In Kazakhstan, a republican referendum on the adoption of a new Constitution is scheduled for March 15, 2026. The initiator of the reform is President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, who positions the changes as a continuation of the political transformations of 2025. The project essentially represents a new version of the Fundamental Law: the changes affect 77 articles, or about 84% of the current text.
- In Kyrgyzstan, leasing is used as one of the ways to finance the purchase of fixed assets, especially in areas such as transport, agricultural equipment, commercial machinery, and small businesses. This mechanism allows for the distribution of financial burden over time and reduces the need for large one-time investments, making it attractive for various categories of businesses and individual entrepreneurs.
Comprehensive support for victims is necessary Nazgul Turdubekova, head of the Public Fund "League of Child Rights Defenders," has sent an appeal to the president, the prime minister, and the deputy speaker of parliament, pointing out the persistently high level of domestic violence. She reported this on her social media blog.
The Spiritual Administration of Muslims of Kyrgyzstan and the Council of Ulema have determined the amount of fitr-sadaqah for the year 2026. In this article, you will find answers to questions about the amount and deadlines for payments, the obligation to make contributions through the mosque, and the consequences of delays. What is fitr-sadaqah?Fitr-sadaqah is a mandatory almsgiving that is paid exclusively during the month of fasting. Almsgiving given on other days of the Islamic calendar is
Representatives of the company responsible for delivering utility bills in Bishkek responded to residents' concerns regarding issues with delays or the absence of receipts. It should be noted that in some areas of the city, there were indeed cases where residents received bills later than expected.
Photo from the internet. The main character of the film ‘Peaky Blinders: The Immortal Man’ This week, trailers for several anticipated projects appeared online, including the feature film version of ‘Peaky Blinders’, the third season of ‘House of the Dragon’, and a new installment of ‘Toy Story’. Third Season of ‘House of the Dragon’ The first teaser trailer for the third season of ‘House of the Dragon’ is now available for viewing. The plot unfolds in Westeros 200 years before the events of
In an interview with a local publication, the new head of the State National Security Committee (GKNB), Jumgalbek Shabdanbekov, stated: “I also do not support the practice of ‘mask shows’. The activities of special services imply a significant degree of secrecy and non-publicity.” He noted that during the organizational and staffing reforms in the GKNB, the focus will be on traditional and proven methods of operational and analytical work.
In 2026, the replacement of 8,772 outdated insulators in the Batken region is planned. As part of the energy sector modernization program initiated by the Ministry of Energy, the branch of OJSC "NESC" — Batken Electric Networks Enterprise, will replace old insulators with new glass ones. The work will be carried out on high-voltage lines of 220/110/35 kV.
In Kyrgyzstan, the option for digital payment of fitr-sadaqah has been implemented, which has become a convenient solution for believers. Now donations can be made through the "Finik" app or on the website finik.kg. Users only need to select the desired mosque and transfer funds using a QR code. This electronic payment system was launched by the muftiate in 2025, and according to information from the Spiritual Administration of Muslims, its testing was successful.
In his address to the chairman of the State Committee for National Security (GKNB), Deputy of the Jogorku Kenesh Dastan Bekeshev raised the issue of unblocking TikTok in Kyrgyzstan. Bekeshev claims that the introduced blockade does not achieve its security-related goals and only creates additional threats for citizens and the country's economy.
In honor of Defender of the Fatherland Day, celebrated on February 23, events for schoolchildren are taking place in the Ak-Suu district of the Issyk-Kul region. This information was provided by Bolot Zhayloobaev, chairman of the veterans' council of the Batken war in this district.
In Library No. 2 of the village of Kenesh in the Kochkorbaev Ayil District of the Issyk-Ata region, unique photographs are preserved, capturing the visit of Marshal of the Soviet Union Semyon Budyonny, as well as meetings with outstanding figures of the country. About the history of these photographs, Mira Emilbakova, the head of the library, told Turmush. “The photo taken inside a yurt dates back to the 1970s. It features the Hero of Socialist Labor, chairman of the collective farm
The continuation of the story of a little monkey named Punch, who captured the hearts of social media users, unfolds against the backdrop of new challenges. Six-month-old Punch was introduced to other monkeys, and it seemed he finally found a friend.
During the current training camp in Turkey, "Bars" from Karakol faced the Georgian club "Dinamo Batumi," which is the vice-champion of its country.
In order to prevent the involvement of citizens in the activities of banned structures, the State National Security Committee (GKNB), in partnership with the National Agency for Religious Affairs and Interethnic Relations, as well as the Spiritual Administration of Muslims of Kyrgyzstan (DUMK), is implementing preventive measures in schools, colleges, and universities. As reported on February 20 by the GKNB press service, cases of citizens being drawn into the ideology of various banned
Donald Trump, the President of the United States, has extended sanctions against Russia for one more year, which were imposed in response to aggression in Ukraine. These restrictions came into effect in 2014, 2018, and 2022, as reported by "Meduza," citing information from the Federal Register of the United States. In the document signed on February 18, it is noted that the actions of the Russian authorities continue to pose a serious threat to the national security and foreign policy
According to investigative authorities, the incident occurred on February 20 near Cape Khoboy, when a UAZ vehicle, carrying nine people, fell through the ice. An investigative operational group is working at the scene. The Governor of the Irkutsk region, Igor Kobzev, published information that only one passenger managed to survive; the others are likely deceased.