A resident of Chaldovar is suspected of the death of a neighbor
Incidents

A resident of Chaldovar is suspected of the death of a neighbor

In the village of Chaldovar, located in the Panfilov district, the body of a man was discovered. The press service of the Main Internal Affairs Directorate of the Chui region reports that a 49-year-old local resident has been detained on suspicion of causing serious harm that led to death.

27.02.2026, 12:05
A warning about increased avalanche danger has been issued in Tajikistan
World

A warning about increased avalanche danger has been issued in Tajikistan

Illustrative photo According to the agency, the greatest threat is expected on the highway from Dushanbe to Chanak, especially in the sections from 48 to 74 km and from 78 to 81 km, where there is a high probability of avalanche formation in the Varzob district. In addition, avalanches may also pose a threat in mountainous areas under the jurisdiction of the republican authorities, as well as in the western part of the Gorno-Badakhshan Autonomous Region.

27.02.2026, 12:01
Politics

Sadyr Japarov banned government officials from engaging in political intrigues

During the republican meeting held at "Yntymak Ordo," President Sadyr Japarov emphasized the importance of fulfilling the tasks outlined in the country's development strategy until 2030 for all levels of government officials, including the leaders of the most remote villages. The head of state stressed that honesty and the absence of corruption should become the fundamental principles of every leader's work.

27.02.2026, 11:55
Economy

Nearly 30,000 Seedlings Returned to Uzbekistan

According to the press service of the Ministry of Water Management and Agriculture, 28,762 seedlings imported from the Republic of Uzbekistan were returned. This occurred on February 23 at the phytosanitary control post "Kyzyl-Kiya," where employees of the Batken Department of Chemicalization, Plant Protection, and Quarantine identified the absence of labeling on the packaging of the seedlings.

27.02.2026, 11:53
Society

"Don't skimp on children, advises the doctor. What should school uniforms be like?"

On "Birinchi Radio," sanitary doctor Maria Kushubakova urged parents not to skimp on school uniforms. She emphasized that unified standards for school clothing were established in Kyrgyzstan in 2015. According to Kushubakova, the uniform should correspond to a business and secular style, as the country is secular, and religious symbols or attributes of informal associations should not be displayed in clothing. Currently, in the doctor's opinion, many children prefer to wear

27.02.2026, 11:38
Society

In 2025, 40 settlements were provided with drinking water

At the republican meeting today, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Water Management Erlis Akunbekov reported that by 2025, 40 settlements will gain access to drinking water. According to him, this improvement will provide clean water to 75,000 residents.

27.02.2026, 11:36
Kazakh Public Figure Arrested for Calls to Boycott Constitutional Referendum
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Kazakh Public Figure Arrested for Calls to Boycott Constitutional Referendum

During the investigation, it was revealed that his publications contained "false information and calls to boycott the referendum," as well as other information that misleads citizens, including phone numbers registered abroad. As a result, a criminal case was initiated for obstructing the exercise of electoral rights. According to information voiced by journalist Vadim Boreiko on his Telegram channel, Yerzhanov was arrested for ten days. His wife Aida confirmed that the activist will

27.02.2026, 11:34
Incidents

Man Stabbed and Part of Ear Bitten Off

In the Jalal-Abad region, a man was stabbed and part of his ear was bitten off. The suspect, however, was released under house arrest, which has caused dissatisfaction among the relatives of the victim, who are demanding stricter punishment. Incident Events Names have been changed at the request of relatives to protect the minor child.

27.02.2026, 11:33
Politics

Why is there a large-scale purge of personnel associated with Tashiev in the Kyrgyz Republic?

The answer to the question posed in the title seems obvious: there is a purge of people associated with General Tashiev. This is precisely why the recent dismissal of Bakyt Torobaev and Kanybek Dosmametov, who were considered close to Tashiev, has puzzled many. However, the surprise lies not so much in the resignations themselves but in the fact that they did not happen earlier, during the so-called "first wave".

27.02.2026, 11:31
Society

Osh and Tashkent will be connected by a new flight

Starting in April, regular air service will begin between Osh and Tashkent. This information was published by the JSC "Airports of Kyrgyzstan". Flights will be operated by the airline Centrum Air, registered in Uzbekistan. The first flight is scheduled for April 1.

27.02.2026, 11:25
The oldest veteran of the Great Patriotic War in Tajikistan, Aziz Kodirov, has passed away.
World

The oldest veteran of the Great Patriotic War in Tajikistan, Aziz Kodirov, has passed away.

The message about the veteran's death was disseminated by the district Council of War and Labor Veterans through the Asia-Plus agency. According to their information, in the last days of his life, Kodirov was receiving home treatment due to illness. Aziz Kodirov was born in 1922 in Shahrituz. In 1939, while working as a teacher, he went to the front, where he sustained several injuries. In 1943, he returned home and continued his career in education.

27.02.2026, 11:24
Society

School uniform. Wearing scarves is not provided for by the cabinet's decree.

According to government decree No. 572, adopted on August 12, 2015, wearing headscarves in educational institutions is not permitted. This was reported on "Birinchi Radio" by Altynbek Erkimbekov, who holds the position of head of the department for education and extracurricular activities at the Ministry of Education. Erkimbekov noted that Kyrgyzstan is a secular state.

27.02.2026, 11:22
Economy

Adylbek Kasymaliev: GDP by the end of 2025 will exceed 2 trillion soms

At the republican meeting on February 27, attended by President Sadyr Japarov, Prime Minister Adylbek Kasymaliev reported that by the end of 2025, the country's gross domestic product (GDP) could exceed 2 trillion soms. Kasymaliev characterized the past year as historic, noting that the domestic gross product for 2024 amounted to 1 trillion 976.4 billion soms, which corresponds to an 11.1% growth. However, these figures may be revised.

27.02.2026, 11:21
Education

In 2025, 25 former kindergarten buildings returned to the state

In 2025, 25 buildings that were previously used as kindergartens were returned to state ownership, as reported by Deputy Prime Minister Edil Baisalov at a republican meeting held on February 27 at "Yntymak Ordo". He clarified that these are buildings that were illegally privatized.

27.02.2026, 11:14
The level of air pollution in Bishkek has exceeded the norm by two times
Ecology

The level of air pollution in Bishkek has exceeded the norm by two times

In the capital of Kyrgyzstan, Bishkek, the level of air pollution has reached an alarming mark, exceeding the norms by twice, as reported by Kyrgyzhydromet. During the monitoring conducted from February 20 to 26, it was found that the average daily indicators of harmful substances in the atmosphere were twice as high as the maximum allowable values.

27.02.2026, 11:12
President Khurelsukh initiated a bill to annul the mandate of a parliamentary deputy
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President Khurelsukh initiated a bill to annul the mandate of a parliamentary deputy

The President of Mongolia, Ukhnaagiin Khurelsukh, has initiated a bill that will be discussed in the Great State Khural (parliament) and proposes the possibility of annulling parliamentary mandates. This was reported by MiddleAsianNews. During the discussion of this initiative, the head of the Presidential Administration, Uilstogoldor Altankhuyag, emphasized that the President, representing the unity of the people of Mongolia, bears responsibility for strengthening trustful relations between

27.02.2026, 11:10
Incidents

In Osh, a drone helped detain a foreigner with a kilogram of synthetic drugs

Employees of the Drug Control Service of the Ministry of Internal Affairs in Osh conducted a special operation during which a person was detained with more than one kilogram of synthetic drugs using a drone. This information was received from the department's office in the Osh region. According to law enforcement agencies, the detainee turned out to be a citizen of a neighboring country, L.Y.D., born in 2006. He was apprehended while carrying drugs in a brown bag. During the search, more

27.02.2026, 11:08
Demolition of the building near TSUM in Bishkek. How the dismantling work is progressing
Society

Demolition of the building near TSUM in Bishkek. How the dismantling work is progressing

Photo 24.kg The process of dismantling structures that were built in violation of the approved project continues in Bishkek. The demolition work began earlier this week, and journalists from 24.kg checked on the progress of the process. The metal frame built on the site of the old fountains near TSUM was deemed non-compliant with the agreed project requirements. Changes to the project were not discussed at the urban planning council.

27.02.2026, 11:06
Minister: Last year, farmers were issued more than 2,000 units of agricultural machinery
Economy

Minister: Last year, farmers were issued more than 2,000 units of agricultural machinery

During the republican meeting held at "Yntymak Ordo," the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry Erlis Akunbekov reported that in 2025, 2,069 units of agricultural machinery were leased to farmers and peasant farms for a total of 7.2 billion soms. According to the minister, this figure showed an increase of 2.6 billion soms and an increase of 876 units of machinery compared to the previous year. For reference, in 2024, 1,193 units

27.02.2026, 11:06
In Kazakhstan, seven people died in a gas explosion at a café
World

In Kazakhstan, seven people died in a gas explosion at a café

As a result of the incident, 26 people were injured, among whom seven died. Thirteen of the injured were hospitalized, while six received outpatient treatment. According to the latest data from the regional Emergency Situations Department, five of the injured were transferred to Kokshetau for hospitalization in the regional multidisciplinary hospital, and two more are awaiting transportation.

27.02.2026, 11:06
Society

More than 28 thousand seedlings from Uzbekistan were not allowed into Kyrgyzstan

On February 23, at the phytosanitary control post "Kyzyl-Kiya," which operates under the management of the Batken Department of Chemicalization, Plant Protection, and Quarantine of the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry, it was recorded that 28,762 seedlings received from Uzbekistan lacked the necessary labeling on the packaging. According to the resolution of the Eurasian Economic Commission Council dated November 30, 2016, No. 157, each package of

27.02.2026, 11:03
In Bishkek, suspects in a 12 million som fraud case have been detained
Incidents

In Bishkek, suspects in a 12 million som fraud case have been detained

On February 20, a complaint was received at the Sverdlovsk District Department of Internal Affairs in Bishkek from a citizen L. K., born in 1955. He reported that he was deceived by strangers who introduced themselves as employees of the State Committee for National Security of the Kyrgyz Republic and took his funds amounting to 12 million soms. This information was announced by the press service of the Main Internal Affairs Department of Bishkek. According to the department, a criminal case

27.02.2026, 11:02
The EU urged Kyrgyzstan to tighten control over the re-export of goods to Russia
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The EU urged Kyrgyzstan to tighten control over the re-export of goods to Russia

David O'Sullivan noted that Brussels is concerned about the significant increase in equipment imports to Kyrgyzstan. He emphasized that such purchases could violate existing sanctions on goods with potential military applications. According to agency data, after the onset of military actions in Ukraine, Kyrgyzstan significantly increased the export of dual-use goods to Russia, contributing to a 9% annual growth in the republic's economy. February statistics from the Financial Times

27.02.2026, 10:59
Investments of up to $30 million in the "Sayakat" and "Dostuk" hotels
Economy

Investments of up to $30 million in the "Sayakat" and "Dostuk" hotels

In Bishkek, work continues on the renovation of the tourist complex "Sayakat" and the hotel "Dostuk." According to information provided by the Directorate under the Office of the President of the Kyrgyz Republic, a significant amount of foreign investment will be directed towards these goals: a Russian company has already invested 5 million dollars in "Sayakat," while expenses for the comprehensive renovation of "Dostuk" are planned to range from 15 to

27.02.2026, 10:59
Russia Arrests Mongolian Shepherd for Espionage
World

Russia Arrests Mongolian Shepherd for Espionage

Recent reports indicate the detention of Ts. Ganbold, a citizen of the Bayan-Uul sum of Dornod aimag, in Russia. This is reported by MiddleAsianNews. According to Mongolian sources, the citizen of Mongolia will be held in a pre-trial detention center in Chita for a month on suspicion of espionage. Ts. Ganbold, who lives with his wife at the Ulkhan checkpoint located 50 km from the Bayan-Uul sum, has worked as an electrician and has been herding livestock for over a year.

27.02.2026, 10:56
Adylbek Kasymaliev: The budget for 2025 exceeded 1 trillion soms
Economy

Adylbek Kasymaliev: The budget for 2025 exceeded 1 trillion soms

An important meeting is taking place at the republican center "Yntymak Ordo," attended by President Sadyr Japarov. Adylbek Kasymaliev, who holds the position of Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers and Head of the Presidential Administration, presented a report on financial and economic indicators.

27.02.2026, 10:55
In 2025, 1.7 billion soms were allocated for the development of irrigation.
Economy

In 2025, 1.7 billion soms were allocated for the development of irrigation.

During a national meeting at "Yntymak Ordo," Erlis Akunbekov, Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers and Minister of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry, announced the allocation of 1.7 billion soms for the development of irrigation infrastructure in Kyrgyzstan in 2025. He noted that project work is currently underway on 41 sites, while construction is ongoing at 33 sites.

27.02.2026, 10:53
Education

1606 students participate in the regional olympiad

On February 27, the regional stage of the Republican Olympiad for students begins in Kyrgyzstan. According to information from the Ministry of Education, 1,606 schoolchildren who took prize places (1st and 2nd) in district Olympiads are participating in this stage.

27.02.2026, 10:53