The Bishkek City Hall promised that a cultural center will be built on the site of the "Chatyr-Kul" cinema.
Sketches of the new project have been presented
Sketches of the new project have been presented
At a press conference dedicated to the key trends in the Kyrgyz stock market, Pavel Pakhomov, head of the analytical department at ITS, emphasized that the development of securities trading infrastructure has become a landmark event for local investors.
In Kyrgyzstan, measures are being taken to prevent the possible importation of various infectious diseases. This was reported on the air of "Birinchi Radio" by the country's chief sanitary doctor and deputy minister of health, Ryspek Sydygaliev. He noted that the Republican Center for the Prevention and Control of Particularly Dangerous Infections operates under the Ministry of Health, which has already organized sanitary quarantine points at the borders with third countries.
Photo 24.kg At a meeting of the Environmental Council in Bishkek, Dmitry Pereyaslavsky, an ecologist-urbanist, emphasized the need for regular disclosure of information about the emissions from the new waste incineration plant located at the sanitary landfill in the residential area of "Altyn-Kazyk". He noted that this facility is situated in an area where the number of settlements has significantly increased in recent years, and residents are concerned about the potential release of
In the Naryn region, domestic violence continues to be a serious social problem, as reported by Turmush correspondent. At a recent collegial meeting held in Naryn, the results for 2025 were discussed, with particular attention given to issues related to domestic violence.
In the Ak-Turpak rural area, located in the Kadamjay district, an exhibition of breeding livestock was held, organized by the local agricultural development administration. This information was provided by the press service of the Ministry of Agriculture of the Kyrgyz Republic. Farmers engaged in breeding livestock, as well as private farms, veterinary specialists, and artificial insemination points were present at the event.
The State Tax Service of the Kyrgyz Republic (GNS KR) reminds taxpayers that all owners of taxable property are required to verify the compliance of information in ownership documents with the data stored in state registration bodies. In particular, this verification applies to both individuals and legal entities that own taxable properties. It is necessary to check the following information specified in the documents against the information provided in the system of the State Agency for Land
At the same time, if the organization received an advance payment, it must be included in the taxable base in the period when the funds were actually received, even if the goods have not yet been shipped or services have not been provided. Since the taxation applies to the sale of goods, works, or services paid for both in cash and cashless means, advance payments must also be accounted for in the reporting at the time of their receipt.
The appointment of Aibek Mamyraliyev as the chairman of the Antimonopoly Regulation Service became known thanks to information from the press service of the Ministry of Economy and Commerce. On February 17, Deputy Minister of Economy and Commerce Benazir Nurlanova introduced the new chairman to the department's staff.
Digital transformation will be a priority for the new speaker Today, during the regular session of the Jogorku Kenesh, the new speaker Marlen Mamataliyev presented his plans for changes in the work of the parliament to the deputies.
On February 18, the press service of the Internal Affairs Department of the October District reported the detention of suspects in a robbery in Bishkek. The incident occurred on February 7 on Suvanberdieva Street. The victim reported that around 21:30, several young men approached him, took his mobile phone and jacket, valued at 8,000 soms.
The President of Kyrgyzstan has signed a decree appointing Ermek Omuraliyev as the Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary Ambassador of the Kyrgyz Republic to Italy. He will also perform the duties of Permanent Representative of the country to organizations such as the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), the World Food Programme (WFP), and the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD). Photo from the internet. Ermek Omuraliyev Ermek Omuraliyev As an
The teams that will participate in the upcoming ranking tournament in sports wrestling in Albania have been announced. In the Greco-Roman wrestling category up to 82 kg, 17 participants have registered, including two representatives from Kyrgyzstan — Akjol Makhmudov and Yryskeldi Maksatbek uulu.
The State Tax Service of the Kyrgyz Republic draws taxpayers' attention to the importance of verifying information about taxable real estate. Individuals and legal entities owning such properties should compare the information from ownership documents with the data from state registrars.
At the plenary session of the Jogorku Kenesh on February 18, deputy Erulan Kokulov expressed dissatisfaction with the unfair distribution of positions among parliamentarians. He noted that some deputies received their posts without proper justification.
- The deadlines for the reform in the field of heat supply have been updated. According to the presidential decree dated February 11, 2026, No. 39, amendments have been made to the decree "On Certain Issues of the Fuel and Energy Complex" dated April 3, 2024, No. 89. The key change is related to the extension of the deadline for the cessation of subsidies for heat supply companies.
In 2025, there is an increase in cases of infectious diseases in Kyrgyzstan, including syphilis, brucellosis, and influenza. This was stated in an interview on "Birinchi Radio" by Ryspek Sydygaliev, Deputy Minister of Health and Chief State Sanitary Doctor. According to his information, the total number of registered infection cases in the country amounted to 491,516, which is 36.3% higher compared to 360,536 cases in 2024.
In the Kyrgyz Republic, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Meder Abakirov received copies of credentials from Yoav Bistritsky, the Ambassador of Israel, who represents his country from Astana. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic reported that during the meeting, Abakirov congratulated the ambassador on his new appointment and noted that his experience would contribute to strengthening bilateral relations.
In Balakchy, the missing 63-year-old Myktybek Semeev has been found. According to his relative Emir Medetov, the man was found on the evening of February 17, 2026. Although his condition is generally satisfactory, it turned out that he had not eaten, which significantly affected his health.
According to the information from the speaker, at the meeting he outlined a five-year strategy aimed at developing an effective parliament, as well as shared his plans for his activities in the role of speaker, including the planned reforms. In particular, he emphasized the importance of digitalization. Mamataliyev noted that currently, committees actively use paper, and to optimize this process, 90 tablets will be purchased. All necessary materials will be uploaded to these devices, including
In the last 24 hours, international publications and news agencies have reported a series of events concerning Ukraine and the global situation amid military actions. Here is a brief overview of the key news. The first day of trilateral negotiations involving representatives from Russia, Ukraine, and the USA has concluded in Geneva, with discussions set to continue on Wednesday. Rustem Umerov, the Secretary of the National Security and Defense Council of Ukraine, reported on a meeting held with
In anticipation of the agro-industrial forum "Agrodialog-2026," Zhanibek Kerimaliev, the First Deputy Minister of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry of the Kyrgyz Republic, shared the priorities for the sector during the broadcast of the program "Ala-Too Live." He emphasized that to address the issue of pasture degradation, it is necessary not only to increase the number of livestock but also to significantly enhance its productivity.
On February 18, the press service of the Internal Affairs Department of the Lenin District reported the detention of a suspect in a robbery. The incident occurred on December 8, 2025, when a young man approached the police. He reported that he was resting in a hotel on Krasnaya Street with a friend and two girls. Suddenly, strangers broke into their room, beat him up, took his mobile phone, and forced him to transfer 6,700 soms to an electronic wallet.
A court in Nizhnevartovsk has decided to impose a fine and deport a citizen of Uzbekistan who was praying in a dormitory. This was reported by the publication "Kommersant," citing data from the court registry. According to available information, the man worked on a rotational basis and lived in a dormitory at a production facility, where he performed prayers five times a day.
According to information received from law enforcement officials, Nurgazy Anarkulov was detained at the border of Kyrgyzstan on February 17. Interestingly, there are alternative reports stating that Anarkulov was arrested in Istanbul, Turkey. After a search of his home, he was placed in the temporary detention facility of the Bishkek City Police Department. We remind you that in January 2021, Nurgazy Anarkulov, who held the position of head of the information policy department of the
According to the discussed initiative, the use of phones during lessons is already prohibited; however, the rules for storing devices are set by each school individually. Deputies propose to create a unified ban for all educational institutions. The first violation may result in a warning, while a repeat offense could lead to a fine exceeding 20,000 tenge. The Ministry of Education noted that these restrictions are aimed at protecting children's health, minimizing distractions, and
The ministry is confident in the even distribution of rest for schoolchildren In response to parents' dissatisfaction regarding the spring break, the Ministry of Education reported that the academic quarters and rest periods are organized in accordance with the new norms of the Labor Code and the holidays for 2026. In particular, the spring break coincides with the only working day — Friday, March 6.
As reported by Kaktus.media, the information that the Orozо fast begins on February 18 is incorrect. This statement was made by the Spiritual Administration of Muslims of Kyrgyzstan. Starting on the evening of February 17, rumors began to spread on social media and messaging apps about the fast starting a day earlier than indicated in the decision of the Fatwa Council of the Muftiyats of the Organization of Turkic States.
The law enforcement agencies continue active actions in the fight against corruption Recently, two high-profile figures were detained in Kyrgyzstan: Nurgazy Anarkulov, who previously held a position in the presidential administration, and the vice president of the Football Union, Kanatbek Abdykadyrov. This information came from sources in law enforcement agencies and was confirmed by various media outlets.
A specialized Agroportal has been launched in the Kyrgyz Republic, created by the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry. This new digital resource is designed to provide the agricultural sector of the country with a unified platform that offers access to government services, fresh news, and current information about events in the agro-industrial complex.
According to information provided by Kаktus.media from law enforcement officials, Anarkulov was detained at the border while returning to Kyrgyzstan on February 17. However, there are also reports indicating his detention in Istanbul (Turkey).
Over the past 24 hours, 7 fires have been recorded in Kyrgyzstan, with 8 fire brigades involved in their extinguishing, as reported by the press service of the Ministry of Emergency Situations on February 18. Of all the incidents, three occurred in the Chui region, one each in the Issyk-Kul and Jalal-Abad regions, as well as in the cities of Bishkek and Osh.
Akjol Makhmudov has joined the Greco-Roman wrestling team, which is currently undergoing training camps in Croatia. Under the guidance of Ulukbek Karacholokov, the athletes are participating in international training sessions, where more than 300 athletes from countries such as Bulgaria, Georgia, Egypt, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Poland, Tajikistan, Uzbekistan, Croatia, and Japan are training simultaneously.
On the morning of February 18, the exchange rates in the currency exchange offices at the Moscow City Council are presented as follows:
The regular stage of the open championship of Uzbekistan in hockey has concluded. The competition began in November 2025, gathering five teams from Kyrgyzstan and Uzbekistan.
In Kyrgyzstan, there is a possibility of legalizing industrial hemp cultivation, as reported by Deputy Dastan Bekeshev on his Telegram channel. At the current session of the Jogorku Kenesh, a discussion is planned on a draft law that will allow both individuals and legal entities to engage in the cultivation of medicinal herbs, including sage and aconite, on agricultural lands.
In addition, the Israeli authorities have issued numerous orders for the expulsion of people from the complex and restricted access for staff of the Waqf Administration, which hinders their activities on site. Under these restrictions, the Israeli police plan to increase the number of forces deployed around the Al-Aqsa complex during Ramadan.
On February 17, several sets of medals were contested at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan and Cortina d'Ampezzo, and the battle for leadership in the medal standings reached a new level. Norway was once again in the spotlight, while France showcased a dramatic victory in biathlon, and Germany achieved a historic podium sweep in bobsleigh. Key Achievements of the DayThe eleventh competition day confirmed the sustained superiority of the favorites, who not only maintained their positions
As specialists noted, "the Sun is demonstrating unusual behavior": - brief solitary flares are observed, followed by silence,
The removal of President José Heri occurred just four months after his appointment, as reported by Bloomberg. Among the accusations against him, it is noted that Heri failed to declare meetings with representatives of Chinese businesses and was caught hiring young women without proper qualifications.
On February 17, the first day of a new round of trilateral negotiations aimed at resolving the conflict between Russia and Ukraine began in Geneva, Switzerland. The venue for the meetings, which are closed to the press, was chosen in one of the local hotels. Sessions involving delegations from the USA, Ukraine, and Russia will continue on Wednesday. The head of the Ukrainian delegation, Rustem Umerov, who also serves as the Secretary of the National Security and Defense Council of Ukraine,
Starting from February 11, 2026, according to the decision of the Veterinary Control and Supervision Committee of Kazakhstan, temporary restrictions have been imposed on the import of products from several regions of the Russian Federation. This was reported by the trade representation of Russia in Kyrgyzstan.
Sadyr Japarov, the president of Kyrgyzstan, has pardoned Daniil Azhiev, who recently was released from a correctional facility. This information was confirmed by the editorial office of Kaktus.media through the Penal Enforcement Service. According to available data, on February 17, a letter from the president regarding the pardon was received at the colony located in the village of Petrovka. Based on this, Azhiev was released the same day.
The Azhiev family confirmed his release, which was made possible by a pardon from the President of Kyrgyzstan. The sentence handed down in the fall of 2024 included nine years of imprisonment, confiscation of property, and a significant fine. Daniel Azhiev was convicted of organizing brothels and distributing pornographic materials, which affected his future.
According to information from the Center for Employment of Citizens Abroad, the third group of citizens from Kyrgyzstan has gone to work in Slovakia. This deployment took place after the completion of pre-departure training, which was aimed at preparing applicants for employment outside the country. During the training, participants were informed about the working conditions, as well as their rights and responsibilities as employees. Special attention was given to the labor legislation of
Online betting in Kazakhstan continues to develop confidently, attracting more and more users. Betting platforms, such as Pinko Casino, offer a wide range of sports events and slot machines, catering to the demands of even the most discerning players. Football matches, esports tournaments, and traditional sports are becoming particularly popular among Kazakhstani bettors, shaping the unique character of the local betting market. Top Sports for Betting Kazakhstani players show a clear interest
During the training camp in Turkey, the Bishkek club "Dordoi" played another friendly match. On February 17 in Antalya, the team led by Vladimir Salo faced "Spartak" from Kostroma, which currently holds the 4th place in the FNL of the Russian championship.
“Dad is back!” — the joyful cry rang out in his home It has become known that Daniel Azhiev, the owner of the scandalously famous network of webcam studios, has received a pardon from the president. This event took place on the eve of February 17.