The awards ceremony of the 2026 Berlinale International Film Festival took place, during which the names of the winners were announced. The festival's main prize, the "Golden Bear," was awarded to the film "Yellow Letters," created by German director of Turkish descent Ilker Catak.
He was given words of support and wishes for a speedy recovery. Teacher of school No. 83 Bolatkhan Karibzhanov, who became a victim of an attack by a student, received a visit from the mayor of Bishkek Aibek Junushaliev and the Minister of Education Dogdurkul Kendirbaeva at the hospital. This information was published by the press service of the mayor's office. During the meeting, they inquired about the teacher's health and expressed their support, wishing him a swift recovery. It
Nazira Ibraim kyzy, who began her educational career at the age of 14, has achieved significant success, winning a lawsuit against the Ministry of Justice during her studies. Her journey has taken her from Kyrgyz courts to participating in international economic projects in Saudi Arabia. Today, she represents the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of the Kyrgyz Republic in Riyadh, establishing connections between Kyrgyz businesses and one of the fastest-growing economies in the world.
The ITF Taekwondo Cup of Kyrgyzstan has started in Bishkek, as reported by the ITF Taekwondo Federation of the Kyrgyz Republic.
The recovery from the recent fire at the Scientific Research Institute of Heart Surgery and Organ Transplantation is nearing completion. This information was announced by the press service of the Ministry of Health. As reported by the director of the institute, Jalil Sheishenov, the repair work is already at the final stage, and within the next ten days, the team intends to fully return to their previous premises.
In the run-up to February 23, 24.kg conducted a survey among residents of the capital of Kyrgyzstan to find out what gifts they plan to give on Defender of the Fatherland Day. The results turned out to be quite predictable.
On February 21, a price monitoring event took place at the local market in Kara-Kul, which occurs every Saturday. The purpose of the inspection was to ensure food security and to monitor compliance with pricing policies. According to a Turmush correspondent, members of the food security commission participated in the event, overseeing the compliance of prices set by the antimonopoly authority. In particular, points of sale for meat and coal were checked.
February 22, 1974, became the coldest day in Bishkek, when the temperature dropped to -25.2 degrees. This data is provided by the "Weather and Climate" resource. At that time, the warmest February 22 was in 1963, when the temperature rose to +18 degrees.
Meteorologists report upcoming precipitation in Bishkek at the beginning of the week. February 23 is expected to be cloudy. At night, the temperature will be around +1 degree, and during the day it will rise to +10 degrees.
By 2030, the government plans to increase this figure to 25 percent At the "Agrodialog" forum, Prime Minister Adylbek Kasymaliev reported that in 2025, the volume of agricultural production reached 459.7 billion soms, which is 62.9 billion soms more compared to 2024.
A resident of the village of On-Eki-Bel in the Kök-Jar ayil district of the Nookat region, Nurlan Karabaev, reported that his stepmother is deceiving him and refusing to return the documents for the land plot he purchased. He made this statement yesterday, February 20, at an on-site press conference held in the mentioned village. According to him, in 2014, when his mother was alive, an oral agreement was reached with his stepmother, and a receipt was drawn up, after which he purchased the plot
The Internal Affairs Department of the Lenin District of Bishkek has refuted the information contained in a video that is being circulated via the WhatsApp messenger. The video showing the eviction of residents from a house on Samoylenko Street is not current. According to law enforcement data, the video mentions "eviction in winter," however, this video was filmed a long time ago. The enforcement of the court decision regarding the eviction at this address is scheduled for October
At the "Baitik" airfield in Bishkek, exercises were held during which emergency responders conducted parachute jumps. These activities were carried out under the guidance of Major General Urmatbek Shamyrkanov and became part of a new training program scheduled for 2026 in accordance with the president's decree. The main objective of these exercises was to improve the readiness of rescuers for actions in emergency situations, as well as to practice safe landings in challenging
The Kyrgyz National Museum of Fine Arts named after Gapar Aitiev announces the launch of a tactile corner for visitors in Bishkek. This unique space is located on the second floor in the western hall and is intended for everyone who wishes to experience art in a new way.
In Kara-Kul, a cultural event dedicated to the International Mother Language Day took place yesterday, as reported by Turmush correspondent. The main goal of this event is to promote the preservation of linguistic diversity and support the culture of multilingualism.
A night raid called "Teenager - Night" took place in Manas, aimed at identifying minors who were on the streets without the accompaniment of parents or legal guardians. According to information provided by the city administration, employees from various departments participated in the raid, including the social development department, the juvenile affairs inspection, as well as representatives from the family and children protection department of the city labor, social security, and
The Ministry of Culture will hold a competition to select the best project The initiative to install a copy of the world map created in the 11th century by Mahmud Kashgari-Barskani was announced by State Secretary Arslan Koichiev. The information was provided by the press service of the President's administration.
On February 19 in Turkey, Andrea Lucidi, the editor-in-chief of the Italian edition of International Reporters, was detained and placed in a temporary detention center for foreigners in the Istanbul area. He was later deported, but the reasons for his detention were never officially explained. The Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs confirmed that it maintained contact with the journalist and facilitated his return home. It is remarkable that the detention occurred just after an interview was
Strong winds that swept through Bishkek and the Chui region caused damage to buildings, fallen trees, and other destruction. This was reported by the Ministry of Emergency Situations (MES). As of 11:55, in the Lenin district of the capital, on Moskovskaya Street, the wind tore off the roof of a multi-story building, which fell onto a neighboring structure, posing a threat to residents. Additionally, on Bakayev and Intergelpo streets, the wind damaged roofs and knocked down trees.
Asel Nogoybaeva, who became a victim of a brutal attack by her husband, reported on her Instagram page about undergoing another surgery. She noted that the surgery was successfully completed.
The story of Pan, a little monkey left without maternal care, touches the depths of the soul. Zoo staff, learning about his tragic fate, decided to gift him a plush orangutan, reports DW. This soft friend has become a true substitute for Pan's mother. He constantly keeps the toy close and finds comfort in it when other macaques bully him.
In Kyrgyzstan, clear weather without rain is expected throughout the day. In the capital city, Bishkek, the air temperature will drop to -1 degree at night and rise to +15 during the day.
Human rights activist Rita Karasartova has filed a lawsuit against the leadership of the State Penitentiary Service (GPS) and SIZO-1, receiving a response from the agency. Previously, Karasartova reported that during her imprisonment, she was not allowed to make phone calls to her relatives, despite the fact that the law provides for 15-minute calls once a week.
Within the Padishah-Atinsky Nature Reserve in the Aksy District, a golden eagle attacked a drone that was in the air. This situation was captured by the drone's camera. The device did not crash after the collision, and the eagle, having made its attack, soon flew away.
Asel Nogoybaeva reported on her Instagram account about the surgery she underwent. According to her, the procedure was successful. She expressed her gratitude to the medical staff and everyone who supported her: "The surgery is over. Thank you to the doctors and everyone who was by my side. Now, ahead is the recovery process and a new confidence in myself," Asel wrote.
Today, February 21, a meeting took place in the Moscow district of the Chuy region between the regional leader A. Osmonov and local residents. This was reported by Turmush correspondent. At the meeting, the issue of the closed livestock market in Belovodsk was raised again.
Yesterday, February 21, in the Chuy region, in the Moscow district, the International Mother Language Day was held. This was reported by the Deputy Head of the District Administration, Nazgul Mekeshova. She noted that this event was organized in accordance with the President's Decree "Uluu'tuk dem — düynölük biik'tik" ("National Spirit — World Height").
Auctions in Astana continue the sale of property seized from the former head of the National Security Committee of Kazakhstan. During the bidding, a samurai sword and a leather belt, which were confiscated during a search of Karim Massimov's house, were sold, reports Orda.kz. The sword, which had an initial price of 461 thousand tenge, was sold for 3 million 413 thousand 825 tenge.
In the capital of Kyrgyzstan, a copy of the historical world map created in the 11th century by the great scholar Mahmud Kashgari is set to be installed. On this map, the center of the Earth will be marked by Lake Issyk-Kul. The initiative on this matter was proposed by the Secretary of State of Kyrgyzstan, Arslan Koichiev.
In the Naryn region, there is a mass outbreak of a severe form of foot-and-mouth disease in cows, as reported by a Turmush correspondent. Local residents express dissatisfaction with the authorities' insufficient attention to this problem.
A group of scientists from the United States is working on creating a universal vaccine capable of combating all types of lung infections, reports BBC News. Experts from Stanford University have already conducted trials of their vaccine on animals and are now preparing for clinical tests involving humans.
On April 3 and 4, the stage of the Chingiz Aitmatov Russian Drama Theater in Bishkek will host performances by artists from the East Kazakhstan Regional Drama and Operetta Theater from Ust-Kamenogorsk. This information was announced by the GNRDTD. The troupe will bring a variety of performances that will be interesting for both children and adult audiences who appreciate theatrical art.
In the local history center located in the Moscow district of Chui region, work continues to clarify the historical context of ancient items used by Kyrgyz, Slavs, and other ethnic groups. According to information from a Turmush correspondent.
In Bishkek, the installation of new sites for garbage containers has begun. The city's vice-mayor, Ramiz Aliyev, is actively seeking the opinions of residents and has published a video on his social media page. As Aliyev noted, he borrowed the idea of creating such sites from Moscow and decided to adapt it for Bishkek.
A meeting was held at the Ministry of Health, where Deputy Minister Temirbek Erkinov discussed the results of joint work with the Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary Ambassador of Switzerland to Kyrgyzstan, Siroko Messerli. According to the press service of the Ministry of Health, the discussion focused on the outcomes of projects implemented with the support of Switzerland in the country's healthcare sector, as well as future plans for cooperation.
On February 17, an international festival of beauty, culture, and creativity for children — TURAN BEAUTY — took place in Bishkek. Children from Kyrgyzstan, Kazakhstan, Turkey, and Uzbekistan showcased their talents at this event. The festival has become an important international project aimed at the Turkic world. Its main goal is the development of children's creativity, preservation of cultural heritage, and strengthening humanitarian ties between countries that share common historical
The event was dedicated to the International Mother Language Day, which is celebrated on February 21. A language festival in the format of "Sarmerden" took place at the Ministry of Emergency Situations, featuring talented youth. This was reported by the press service of the ministry.
Bishkek February 22, SundayAt night, the temperature will be 0...2 °C, and the weather will be cloudy. During the day, it is expected to be +13...+15 °C, also cloudy.
A copy of the historical map created in the 11th century by the renowned scholar Mahmud Kashgari-Barskani, on which Issyk-Kul is marked as the center of the world, is planned to be installed in Bishkek. This was announced by the Secretary of State of Kyrgyzstan, Arslan Koichiev. The Ministry of Culture has been tasked with organizing a competition to select the most suitable project for the implementation of this idea.
On Zhukejeva-Pudovkina Street, residents of Bishkek reported to 24.kg about black smoke and an unpleasant odor. In response to the complaints, the press service of the Bishkek mayor's office announced that a municipal inspection team was dispatched to the scene.
In response to the lawsuit filed by Rita Karasartova in the Bishkek Administrative Court, the State Penitentiary Service (GSIN) stated that the information provided by them is not accurate. On February 19, Karasartova announced her intention to go to court, claiming that prisoners do not have the opportunity to communicate with their relatives by phone, which is their legal right.
On February 21, a press conference was held featuring celebrities such as Nana, Haddaway, Natasha Wright, and representatives of the group Outlandish. The concert, scheduled for the evening at "Zhashtyk Arena," became the main event where artists anticipated meeting fans from the 90s and 2000s. Before the performance, they shared their impressions of Bishkek with media representatives.
Residents of Kara-Balta are enjoying the sight of an unusual flowerbed with snowdrops that appeared without any human intervention. This was reported to the Turmush correspondent by nature lover Nikolai Radchenko. This attractive flowerbed is located on the grounds of the "Manas" sports complex.
According to the director of the institute, Jalil Shayshenov, the organization plans to resume its activities within the next ten days. Despite the difficulties encountered, the institution continued its work. From January 22 to February 20, the institute performed 52 open-heart surgeries and 56 procedures in the angiography department. The number of outreach consultations has increased — medical specialists visited 16 maternity hospitals, perinatal centers, and inpatient facilities. Modern
The Main Directorate of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Russia for Moscow has presented the results of its work in 2025 in the area of migration legislation control. The capital's law enforcement agencies are actively implementing measures to maintain law and order in the field of migration. This includes monitoring migration flows, combating illegal migration, as well as identifying foreign citizens and stateless persons who may pose a threat to security and order in the capital. As
At a meeting with traders of the new market "Kelechek," the mayor of Osh, Janarbek Akaev, discussed the issues that have arisen and promised to expedite the completion of construction. The press service of the municipality of the southern capital reported on the mayor's visit to the site. During his visit, the mayor carefully examined the conditions under which the traders operate and instructed the relevant services to promptly complete the construction.
According to information provided by Kaktus.media from the Patrol Service of the Main Internal Affairs Directorate, on February 22, Ala-Too Square will be closed from noon until midnight due to a concert dedicated to Defender of the Fatherland Day. Additionally, on February 23, Monday, from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM, the Old Square named after T. Usubaliev will be closed due to an event for the transfer of equipment to the Ministry of Emergency Situations.
The authorities of the Russian Federation are considering new measures to tighten the rules for labor migrants arriving from visa-free CIS countries, as reported by the publication "Kommersant." According to a draft prepared by the Ministry of Finance, starting in 2027, labor migrants will be required to pay for a patent not only for themselves but also for their minor children and dependents. The amount of the payment will be 50% of the sum they themselves are required to pay.