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Night Buses with Special Fare May Appear in Bishkek
Society

Night Buses with Special Fare May Appear in Bishkek

The city hall reported that public transport operates until 1 AM In Bishkek, a new type of public transport may be introduced — night buses that will operate at a special fare. This was announced by Ulanbek Beishenbaev, the director of the Department of Transport and Road Infrastructure Development, during a meeting with city residents.

20.02.2026, 08:20
Society

The Labor Market of the IT Sector in Kyrgyzstan: Where There Are More Vacancies and Higher Salaries

The field of information technology continues to be one of the most in-demand sectors in the labor market. In 2025, on the platform headhunter.kg, employers actively posted job advertisements in various IT specializations, while job seekers updated their resumes. Analyzing the results, HeadHunter examined the structure of demand by specialties, the level of offered salaries, the distribution of vacancies by regions, and the dynamics of employer and job seeker activity over the year, as well as

20.02.2026, 08:19
Society

In the BGC, the mayor's office is criticized for the additional burden on entrepreneurs

At a meeting of the permanent commission of the Bishkek City Council dedicated to issues of municipal property and urban planning, Deputy Kazybek Ergeshov raised the topic of increasing rental rates for land and markets in the city. He expressed the opinion that the actions of local authorities are unjustified and create additional difficulties for representatives of small and medium-sized businesses.

20.02.2026, 08:10
The atmospheric column for the first Mongolian oil refinery is ready for its journey: Mumbai – Tianjin – Altanshiree
World

The atmospheric column for the first Mongolian oil refinery is ready for its journey: Mumbai – Tianjin – Altanshiree

This column has a height of 58.4 meters, a diameter of 3.2 meters, and weighs 245 tons. It was produced by the Indian company KCP Limited, located in Chennai. Before setting off, the column underwent 17 stages of inspection, including hydro testing and non-destructive testing. It was then preserved using nitrogen and prepared for multimodal transportation. For this, the column will be divided into four parts. The sea delivery from the port of Mumbai (India) is expected to take place in

20.02.2026, 07:50
A Mongolian family purchased a house in Hong Kong for $31.5 million, planning to retire.
World

A Mongolian family purchased a house in Hong Kong for $31.5 million, planning to retire.

The President and CEO of "Mongolian Gold," Ms. Tselmuun Nyamtayshir, announced that the new house will be used for retirees living with family. This was reported by MiddleAsianNews. The family, which manages one of Mongolia's leading mining conglomerates, purchased a standalone building in a prestigious area of southern Hong Kong for 247 million HKD (31.5 million USD), planning to use it as a "residence for retirees in a family setting." According to land registry

20.02.2026, 07:42
The Ambassador of Mongolia met with Scott Kirby, the CEO of United Airlines
World

The Ambassador of Mongolia met with Scott Kirby, the CEO of United Airlines

In May 2025, the first flight of the Boeing 737-800 from the well-known American airline United Airlines to Mongolia took place. According to MiddleAsianNews, "the Ambassador of Mongolia in Washington, Batbayar Olziidelger, met with the CEO of United Airlines, Scott Kirby, on February 10, 2026." During the meeting, both regional and international issues related to aviation were discussed, as well as deepening cooperation between Mongolia and the USA in this field.

20.02.2026, 07:01
Economy

Ysmail Esenaliev headed the Osh Regional Office of State Architectural and Construction Control

- As part of the reorganization in several departments under the State Architectural and Construction Control Department of the Ministry of Construction, there have been personnel appointments. Ismail Mitalipovich Esenaliev has been appointed as the head of the Osh Regional Department of State Architectural and Construction Control; Azizbek Gulamovich Seydaliev has become the head of the State Architectural and Construction Control Department of the city of Osh. Samad Janteliyev, the First

20.02.2026, 06:55
The advertisement for cosmetics mentioning the rosy cheeks of a Mongolian baby sparked controversy
World

The advertisement for cosmetics mentioning the rosy cheeks of a Mongolian baby sparked controversy

Accusations of racism have been directed at a South Korean cosmetics brand after reports surfaced online on Thursday about an advertisement for one of its blushes featuring the phrase "cheeks like a Mongolian baby," reports MiddleAsianNews. The brand, which specializes in decorative cosmetics including blushes and lipsticks, released moisturizing blushes in December of last year. In posts shared on various platforms, one of the nine shades, "Mocha pop," was described as

20.02.2026, 06:28
Sports

Who became the champion of Kyrgyzstan in combat sambo? List

In Bishkek, at the Koyomkul Sports Palace, the Kyrgyzstan Sambo Championship 2026 took place on February 18. According to the press service of the State Agency for Physical Culture and Sports, 360 athletes from various regions of the country participated in the tournament, competing for medals.

19.02.2026, 23:43
Sports

Championship of Kyrgyzstan: List of Winners and Prizewinners Among Women

On February 18, the championship of Kyrgyzstan in sambo for the year 2026 concluded in Bishkek, held at the Koshomkul Sports Palace. According to the press service of the State Agency for Physical Culture and Sports, 360 athletes from all regions of the country participated in the competitions.

19.02.2026, 23:22
Society

Dedicated bus lanes will appear on three streets in Bishkek

Ulanbek Beishenbaev, the director of the Department of Transport and Development of Road Transport Infrastructure of the mayor's office, announced plans to implement new dedicated lanes for public transport in Bishkek. In 2025, a pilot project was launched on Akhunbaev Street, covering the section from Ch. Aitmatov Avenue to Abdrakhmanov Street, which will continue this year. Currently, the possibility of creating dedicated lanes on Tokombaev Street (Southern Highway), Abdrakhmanov Street,

19.02.2026, 22:48
Society

Janar Akayev appointed two vice-mayors of Osh

Zhanarbek Akayev, the mayor of Osh, has appointed new deputies. According to official orders published on the city hall's website, the new vice-mayors are Masuda Aydarbekova, who previously headed the city hall's office, and Shumkarbek Paiziev, who held the position of director of the capital construction department.

19.02.2026, 22:44
Society

Photo Report — The City of Metallurgists in Batken Region

In the Batken region, in the city of Kadamjay, there are more than 15 thousand residents. The city is located along the Ak-Suu River and was established on September 27, 2012, in accordance with the law of the Kyrgyz Republic No. 168. It includes the settlement of Kadamjay and the villages of Pulgon, Tashkyya, and Chaltash, which were previously part of the Orozbekov rural district.

19.02.2026, 22:42
Society

How Energy Efficiency of Public Buildings is Improved in Kyrgyzstan

In Bishkek, the initiative "Reducing Investment Risks in Low-Carbon Solutions for Public Buildings in the Kyrgyz Republic" was launched, supported by the Green Climate Fund (GCF). The project is being implemented by the Agency for Community Development and Investments of the Kyrgyz Republic (ARIS) in collaboration with the Climate Finance Center under the government. The main goal of this initiative is to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and improve energy efficiency in public

19.02.2026, 22:19
Society

The Ministry of Economic Development proposes to block bloggers' accounts for organizing giveaways

The Ministry of Economy and Commerce has initiated changes to the legislation regarding gambling activities. A draft of the new law has been published for public discussion. The agency emphasizes that in recent years there has been a growing number of cases of illegal lottery and binary options operations conducted via the internet. These activities are often disguised as promotional campaigns or charitable events and are carried out through social networks, messengers, and various websites.

19.02.2026, 22:01
Society

In Bishkek, all bus route schemes will be changed

Significant changes are expected in the public transport system of the capital of Kyrgyzstan. All 72 routes will be completely redesigned, and new routes will also be introduced. This was announced by Ulanbek Beishenbaev, the director of the transport department and road transport infrastructure development of the mayor's office. He noted that familiar routes will be changed, and in some cases, transfers will be required for trips from one point to another.

19.02.2026, 21:57
Social Portal

Young Talents: Young Virtuoso from At-Bashy Ainazyk Abytalipova Draws Inspiration from Great Classics

In the Naryn region, a talented young performer stands out — Ainazyk Abytalipova. From an early age, she has immersed herself in the world of national art and the music of the komuz, and even now, despite her young age, she is achieving significant success in this field. Ainazyk, who recently turned 13, is a 5th-grade student at the komuz department of the Children's Art School named after J. Sheralieva, located in the At-Bashy district. In an interview with a Turmush correspondent, she

19.02.2026, 21:54
Incidents

In Bishkek, a suspect in a $285,000 fraud has been detained.

A man suspected of fraudulent activities has been detained in the capital of Kyrgyzstan. According to the Bishkek City Police Department, H. M. reported to the police that a certain U. T. gained his trust and, under the pretext of purchasing an apartment in one of the residential complexes on M. Gorky Street, deceived him out of $284,267, which has not been returned to this day.

19.02.2026, 21:18
In Bishkek, a suspect in a large housing fraud has been detained
Incidents

In Bishkek, a suspect in a large housing fraud has been detained

In the capital of Kyrgyzstan, Bishkek, a man suspected of a major fraud related to the sale of an apartment in the residential complex "Nova City" has been detained. This information was provided by the press service of the Main Department of Internal Affairs (GUVD) of the city. According to the investigation, from October 2020 to February 2024, a 43-year-old citizen, U.T., managed to gain the trust of the victim and, under the pretext of formalizing a deal for the purchase of an

19.02.2026, 20:45
Society

The U.S. State Department is preparing a portal to bypass internet restrictions - Reuters

According to information from Reuters, the U.S. State Department is working on creating an internet portal that will allow users from countries with strict censorship to access blocked information. Sources report that the project is named freedom.gov. With this resource, residents of Europe and other regions will be able to bypass local restrictions on content access. One informant noted that the use of VPN technologies is being discussed to mask the traffic so that it appears to be originating

19.02.2026, 20:18
Society

In the Chuy Region, 12 illegal trading facilities were dismantled

From February 17 to 19, 12 objects engaged in illegal trade along the Bishkek – Kara-Balta highway were dismantled in the Moscow district of the Chui region. According to the Chui regional department of the state architectural and construction control of the Ministry of Construction, the demolition work was carried out in cooperation with the department of urban planning and architecture, as well as local authorities.

19.02.2026, 20:08
Incidents

In Chuy Region, the head of the investigation department of the GKNB has been detained on suspicion of corruption

According to sources in law enforcement, the head of the investigative department of the GKNB in the Chui region, B.B., was detained on suspicion of corrupt activities. The detention took place on February 17, and on February 19, the Pervomaisky District Court of Bishkek reviewed the petition of the interdepartmental investigative group and imposed a preventive measure in the form of detention until April 15, 2026.

19.02.2026, 19:57
Society

The deputy did not find the title "Honored Doctor" in the proposed system of state awards.

At the meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh on February 19, Baatyrova stated that the proposed draft law on the system of state awards lacks titles and awards for medical workers. According to her, the current legislation provides for two awards for healthcare workers: "Honored Doctor" and "Honored Healthcare Worker." Baatyrova emphasized: "I reviewed the document, and there is not a word about healthcare in it. In our country, over 80,000 medical professionals work, among

19.02.2026, 19:52
Health

Ministry of Health of the Kyrgyz Republic and UNDP Discussed Partnership and Development of International Procurement Mechanisms

On February 19, 2026, a meeting took place between the Minister of Health of the Kyrgyz Republic, Kanibek Dosmambetov, and Alexandra Solovyova, the UN Development Programme (UNDP) Resident Representative in the country. During the discussion, the parties emphasized key areas of cooperation that align with the priorities for the development of the healthcare system until 2030. Important topics included strengthening institutional foundations, developing human resources, digitalization of medical

19.02.2026, 19:51
Society

The court has chosen a preventive measure for the nephrologist of the NCODiM.

The decision for house arrest for Nasir Beyshebaev, a nephrologist at the National Center for Urology and Nephrology (NCOMiD), was made by the Pervomaisky District Court, as reported by lawyer Evgeniya Krapivina from the Kaktus.media editorial office. Recall that on February 18 in Bishkek, the nephrologist, a candidate of medical sciences and associate professor, was detained on charges of possible medical malpractice related to the amputation of a patient's right leg, as reported by her

19.02.2026, 19:51
Exclusive

By December 1, the Cabinet plans to complete 60 km of earthworks and lay 25 km of the lower asphalt layer on the Issyk-Kul ring road.

- As part of the Cabinet of Ministers' plan for 2026, aimed at implementing the National Development Program of the Kyrgyz Republic until 2030, improvements to the Issyk-Kul Ring Road are planned. According to the plan, earthworks on 60 km and the laying of the lower layer of asphalt concrete pavement on the section from Barskoon to Karakol will be completed by December 1 of this year.

19.02.2026, 19:40
The new mayor of Osh, Janar Akaev: between budget deficit and the shadow of his predecessor
Politics

The new mayor of Osh, Janar Akaev: between budget deficit and the shadow of his predecessor

The appointment of Janar Akayev as the mayor of Osh came as a surprise to observers of the political situation in Kyrgyzstan. Akayev has a reputation as a political figure, but lacks experience in managing urban affairs, which is a multi-layered and complex system. Nevertheless, he possesses the necessary skills of flexibility, and he will likely have enough time to adapt to his new responsibilities. Photo of the Osh City Hall. Janar Akayev begins his duties as mayor of Osh

19.02.2026, 19:37
Incidents

Teacher reported being beaten by a student. Footage from the scene has emerged.

Journalists Kaktus.media received a video from readers, allegedly filmed at school No. 83 in Bishkek. According to the information, there was no fight between the student and the teacher, and the teacher is being accused without grounds. The video shows a man being pushed, and he falls onto the concrete floor. Soon, students surround him, one of whom is holding the person who pushed the teacher.

19.02.2026, 19:37
Society

In Talas, young people are being trained in in-demand professions with subsequent internships.

In the Talas Interdistrict Department of Labor, Social Protection, and Migration, the "Youth Internship" program has been launched, aimed at the employment of young people. This was announced by representatives of the department. According to the department's information, this program began operating on November 13, 2024. This initiative is being implemented in accordance with the KR Law "On Youth," the decree of the Cabinet of Ministers of the KR dated September 11,

19.02.2026, 19:36
Two New Vice Mayors Appointed in the City of Osh
Politics

Two New Vice Mayors Appointed in the City of Osh

There has been a change in the leadership at the Osh mayor's office: the new first deputy mayor is Shumkarbek Paiziev. This appointment was approved by Janarbek Akayev, who recently took office as the mayor of the city. Photo of the Osh mayor's office Paiziev previously headed the capital construction department, where he managed significant infrastructure projects since the end of 2022. There has also been a change in the position of head of the apparatus: Masuda Aydarbekova, who

19.02.2026, 19:36
Society

In two months, 95 new buses will be released onto the streets of Bishkek.

According to the information presented at the meeting of the road council, the director of the Department of Transport and Development of Road Transport Infrastructure, Ulan Beyshenbaev, reported that new buses will start accepting passengers within the next two months. Currently, the buses are undergoing the necessary preparation stages, including customs procedures. "After receiving the license plates through 'Unaa', we will be able to put them into service," he specified.

19.02.2026, 19:36
Society

The Social Fund Simplified Pension Appointments and Introduced Preferential Rates for Taxi Drivers

The Social Fund of the Kyrgyz Republic has successfully completed the transition to a new automated system and updated numerous procedures related to pension appointments. In addition, preferential rates for insurance contributions have been introduced for certain categories of workers, as indicated in last year's report. Since 2025, the Fund has implemented a new automated information system (AIS) designed for pensioners receiving payments through banks. The "Tunduk" platform is

19.02.2026, 19:23
Society

Our People Abroad: Kenesh Temirov Arrived in America Not Knowing the Language, and Now He is Engaged in Charity

34-year-old Kenesh Temirov, originally from the Nookat district of the Osh region, is now taking his first steps in charity work in America. When he was just seven years old, his family moved to Naryn, where his parents began trading. In Naryn, he graduated from Chkalov School, where his two sons currently study. After finishing high school, he enrolled in the law department of the college at the Kyrgyz National University.

19.02.2026, 19:19