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Around the "Dordoy" Market, illegal fences and advertising structures have been dismantled
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Around the "Dordoy" Market, illegal fences and advertising structures have been dismantled

In Bishkek, in the area of the 'Dordoy' market, illegal fences and haphazardly installed advertising structures have been removed. According to the administration of the Sverdlovsk district of the capital, these measures are part of a plan to organize the work of local markets initiated by the city hall. The work was carried out to fulfill the tasks set forth in the protocol directive issued by the head of the municipal administration of the Sverdlovsk district, M.A. Amangeldiev. As

11.02.2026, 17:31
US Debt to the UN Nearly Four Billion Dollars
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US Debt to the UN Nearly Four Billion Dollars

The UN has expressed its expectation to receive clarifications from the Trump administration regarding the repayment of the debt of nearly 4 billion dollars. According to Kazinform, the information came from NBC News. Last week, UN Secretary-General António Guterres warned of a potential financial collapse of the organization if its financial rules are not revised or if all 193 member states do not make their contributions.

11.02.2026, 17:30
Zhenishbek Toktorbaev: There Will Be No Confrontation
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Zhenishbek Toktorbaev: There Will Be No Confrontation

“Everyone will do their own thing” The mayor of Osh, Zhenishbek Toktorbaev, stated that no conflicts are expected between President Sadyr Japarov and Kamchybek Tashiev. This statement was made during a morning meeting with the city's residents. Toktorbaev also reported that, according to his information, Tashiev has encountered health issues, specifically, one of the installed stents has shifted, which forced him to undergo an examination in Germany. He noted that Tashiev and the

11.02.2026, 17:01
Major Bitcoin Investors Are Buying Again, but Smaller Players Are in No Rush
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Major Bitcoin Investors Are Buying Again, but Smaller Players Are in No Rush

Some analysts, such as Zach Pandl from Grayscale, claim that Bitcoin has stopped correlating with gold, and its short-term fluctuations depend on the stock market, particularly technology stocks. Pandl noted that cryptocurrencies are considered high-risk assets that investors flock to during periods of hype. In market conditions where fear arises, many quickly sell off their crypto assets, and instead of "absorbing the shock" like gold does, Bitcoin often falls in price. Over the

11.02.2026, 16:57
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Loans for water-saving technologies are available up to 3 million soms, but require collateral, - Ministry of Agriculture

As part of the preferential lending program "FSH-14," aimed at implementing water-saving technologies, financing of up to 3 million soms is provided. However, as reported on February 11 by Mirbek Duyshiev, Deputy Minister of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry of the Kyrgyz Republic, such loans can only be issued if there is collateral. He noted that unsecured financing is available only for crop and livestock production, and amounts to up to 500,000 soms.

11.02.2026, 16:57
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In Batken, a suspect in land sale fraud has been detained

In Batken, law enforcement agencies have detained a 40-year-old man suspected of fraudulent activities. This was reported by the press service of the Batken region's Internal Affairs Department. According to information from the department, a resident of the Chety-Bulak neighborhood in Batken illegally sold unclaimed land plots, misleading local residents for his own benefit.

11.02.2026, 16:45
In 2025, vaccination of 26 million cattle, small cattle, and birds was conducted in Kyrgyzstan.
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In 2025, vaccination of 26 million cattle, small cattle, and birds was conducted in Kyrgyzstan.

In 2025, 26 million doses of vaccines were administered in Kyrgyzstan to protect large and small cattle, as well as birds. This information was announced by the Minister of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry Bakyt Torobaev during a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh. According to the minister, there are certain difficulties in the field of private veterinary medicine. There are about 1,600 private veterinarians operating in the country, but their earnings remain low.

11.02.2026, 16:36
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Deputy of the BGC stated about the mafia that is causing Bishkek's budget to lose funds

At the meeting of the Bishkek City Council commission held on February 11, Deputy Ergeshov raised the issue of the number of parking lots and municipal parking spaces in the capital. The Deputy Director of the municipal enterprise "City Road Transport Infrastructure," Talaybek Aseynov, reported that there are 45 parking lots and 23 municipal parking spaces in Bishkek, as well as areas near seven markets that can accommodate over 3,000 vehicles. The rental fee is 25 soms per space.

11.02.2026, 16:35
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The Mayor of Osh commented on the resignation of Kamchybek Tashiev

Zhenishbek Toktorbaev, the mayor of Osh, commented on the recent release of Kamchybek Tashiev from the position of Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers and head of the State Committee for National Security of Kyrgyzstan. At the opening of the renovated kindergarten "Künün-Biy" on February 11, in response to questions from the press, the mayor emphasized that he respects the president's decision and noted that Tashiev expressed his position.

11.02.2026, 16:34
A mechanism for tracking shipments using navigation seals has been implemented in the EAEU.
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A mechanism for tracking shipments using navigation seals has been implemented in the EAEU.

Starting from February 11, 2026, a new mechanism for tracking cargo transportation, based on the use of navigation seals, has begun operating in the countries of the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU). According to the State Customs Service, these requirements apply to all cargo transportation carried out through the territories of two or more EAEU member states, in accordance with the Agreement on the Application of Navigation Seals.

11.02.2026, 16:33
How the Agricultural Census - 2026 will be conducted in Kyrgyzstan, as explained by the National Statistics Committee of the KR
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How the Agricultural Census - 2026 will be conducted in Kyrgyzstan, as explained by the National Statistics Committee of the KR

In Kyrgyzstan, an agricultural census is scheduled to take place from March 20 to April 10, 2026. The decision to postpone the dates of this important statistical procedure was made by the Cabinet of Ministers at the end of last year to ensure quality and reliable data collection. The Deputy Chairman of the National Statistical Committee of the Kyrgyz Republic, Zainidin Jumaliev, and the chief specialist of the Department of Statistical Censuses and Geoinformation Systems, Baktybek Orozbaev,

11.02.2026, 16:31
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In Osh, a suspect in the robbery of a teenager and extortion has been detained

In the city of Osh, law enforcement authorities have arrested a man suspected of robbery and extortion from a minor. This was reported by the press service of the Osh City Department of Internal Affairs. According to information provided by the department, employees of the juvenile affairs inspection of the city police station "Sulaiman-Too" detained 19-year-old M. B., who, according to the police, used physical violence against teenagers and robbed them.

11.02.2026, 16:30
The doctor explained how to protect yourself from ARVI before spring.
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The doctor explained how to protect yourself from ARVI before spring.

According to Natalia Borovskaya, an infectious disease doctor and associate professor at the Department of Clinical Medicine at the Far Eastern Federal University School of Medicine and Life Sciences, there are several ways to reduce the likelihood of contracting acute respiratory viral infections (ARVI). She told RIA Novosti that nasal rinsing, as well as the intake of immunomodulating and vitamin supplements during this period, can significantly help in this regard. “The use of non-specific

11.02.2026, 16:30
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Police detained a man on suspicion of auto fraud

In the Batken region, law enforcement agencies detained a man suspected of fraud, according to information provided by the press service of the Batken Regional Internal Affairs Department. It is reported that a local resident named K.B. filed a complaint with the police, stating that 35-year-old D.K., having taken advantage of his trust, deceitfully acquired a "Hyundai Grandeur" car worth 21 thousand dollars.

11.02.2026, 16:24
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Disruption of the Tandem or Reboot of the Political Field Before the Elections? Opinions on Tashiev's Resignation

On February 10, the President of the Kyrgyz Republic, Sadyr Japarov, signed a decree relieving Kamchybek Tashiev of his duties as Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers and Chairman of the State Committee for National Security. Jumgalbek Shabdanbekov has been appointed as the acting chairman of the GKNB by presidential decree. Three deputies of the GKNB head have also been dismissed for the same reason.

11.02.2026, 16:22
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At the Ötmäk Pass, trucks and minibuses cannot ascend due to a sharp deterioration in weather.

At the Ötmäk Pass, traffic jams have formed due to a sharp deterioration in weather conditions, making it difficult for trucks and minibuses to move. According to witnesses, on February 11 at around 14:30, they left Bishkek and are currently at the pass. "On the highway, we can see that trucks and Sprinters are unable to climb the hill, creating a traffic jam. Mainly, only passenger cars are passing through. Road service workers are clearing the road and spreading a sand and gravel

11.02.2026, 16:14
Revenue of residents of the High Technology Park reached 17 billion soms in 2025
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Revenue of residents of the High Technology Park reached 17 billion soms in 2025

As of the end of 2025, residents of the High Technology Park of Kyrgyzstan (HTP) demonstrated significant growth. According to information provided by the HTP, the total revenue of the companies amounted to 17.1 billion soms (equivalent to 195.4 million USD), which is 50% higher than the results of 2024, when the revenue was 11.4 billion soms (130.3 million USD). This confirms the stable development of the country's IT ecosystem and the growing importance of the sector in

11.02.2026, 16:02
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Suspects Detained for Distributing Extremist Materials on Social Media

Individuals suspected of disseminating extremist content on social media have been detained. According to information provided by the Internal Affairs Directorate of the Osh region, during operational activities conducted by the service for combating extremism and illegal migration, citizens were detained for distributing materials recognized as extremist and banned in the country through social networks.

11.02.2026, 16:02
A record number of magnetic storms on Earth occurred in January
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A record number of magnetic storms on Earth occurred in January

According to information provided by Kazinform and citing TASS, January 2026 became the month with the highest recorded number of days with magnetic storms since 2017. The Solar Astronomy Laboratory of the IKI RAS and the ISZF SB RAS reported that the beginning of 2026 may indicate high activity in the geomagnetic sphere, which has not been observed for at least the last 10 years. In particular, January saw 10 days with magnetic storms — the highest figure for the entire 25th solar activity

11.02.2026, 15:58
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Tazabek identified the two richest banking clusters in Kyrgyzstan based on the results of 2025.

- In 2025, the banking sector of Kyrgyzstan demonstrated mixed trends. The net profit of 21 commercial banks increased by 7.2% compared to the previous year. Analysis of the banks' reports for the IV quarter of 2025 (as of December 31, 2025) shows that profit growth is concentrated in the hands of a few large banks, while many mid-sized and smaller institutions faced a deterioration in financial performance.

11.02.2026, 15:56
An exhibition of paintings "To Be…/To Be" will take place in Bishkek
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An exhibition of paintings "To Be…/To Be" will take place in Bishkek

On February 13 at 15:00, the G. Aitiev Museum of Fine Arts will host the opening of an exhibition by Zlata Beard titled "To Be.../Being." According to the museum, the exhibition will be dedicated to exploring familiar social roles and their impact on a person's self-perception. The opening date, February 13, symbolizes cultural settings and the process of meaning-making in society. In her works, the artist demonstrates how family, gender, and social frameworks influence

11.02.2026, 15:46
Antonio Messa appointed head coach of the KR women's national football team
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Antonio Messa appointed head coach of the KR women's national football team

The Executive Committee of the Kyrgyz Football Union (KFU) has decided to appoint Antonio Messa as the head coach of the women's national team of Kyrgyzstan. It has been reported that this decision was made during a meeting where important issues regarding the development of football in the country until 2026 were discussed. Additionally, it is worth noting that Messa will combine his new position with working with the U-17 girls' team. This appointment is aimed at further developing

11.02.2026, 15:42
75 citizens delivered to the Ministry of Internal Affairs in the case of mass riots. Three detained.
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75 citizens delivered to the Ministry of Internal Affairs in the case of mass riots. Three detained.

In the Kyrgyz Republic, individuals suspected of organizing mass riots have been detained. This was reported by the country's Ministry of Internal Affairs. According to the Ministry of Internal Affairs, on February 9, information appeared in the media and social networks that 75 citizens had appealed to President Sadyr Japarov and Chairman of the Jogorku Kenesh Nurlanbek Turgunbek uulu with an initiative for new presidential elections. Among those who signed this appeal were scientists,

11.02.2026, 15:41
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Farmers dumped bell peppers along the road in Talas after failing to sell them, - deputy

At the plenary session of the Jogorku Kenesh held on February 11, 2026, deputy Medina Kairylbekova expressed dissatisfaction regarding the lack of responses to her written inquiries. She noted that she had repeatedly approached Deputy Minister of Agriculture Zhanibek Kerimaliev, reminding him of her questions, but had received no reaction. According to Kairylbekova, local farmers in the Manas district of the Talas region faced problems selling their harvest of bell peppers. "As a result,

11.02.2026, 15:35
The deputy requests to stop the import of smuggled rice from Uzbekistan
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The deputy requests to stop the import of smuggled rice from Uzbekistan

Deputy Burul Amanova from the Jogorku Kenesh has proposed an initiative to stop the import of rice that is being smuggled into the country from Uzbekistan. According to her, rice producers from the village of Ak-Tulpar, located in the Batken region, have expressed concern that they cannot sell their products due to the emergence of cheaper smuggled rice on the market.

11.02.2026, 15:28
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The Ministry of Emergency Situations of the Jalal-Abad Region has received 3 vehicles

Today, February 11, the Ministry of Emergency Situations transferred three vehicles and specialized rescue equipment to the Emergency Situations Department of the Jalal-Abad region. The purchase, which cost 12 million 800 thousand soms, is intended to enhance the efficiency of rescuers' work in the context of natural and man-made disasters, as well as to ensure the prompt execution of emergency rescue operations.

11.02.2026, 15:23
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"President Gave Instructions". Head of the State Security Service Discussed Tashiev's Security

According to Berdikozhoev, the concerns of citizens on social media regarding Tashiev's safety are being taken into account by government authorities. President Sadyr Japarov has also given the appropriate instructions. Kamchybek Tashiev, who was previously under protection, will continue to receive security in accordance with established norms. On February 10, the President of the Kyrgyz Republic signed a decree relieving Kamchybek Tashiev of his duties as Deputy Prime Minister and

11.02.2026, 15:22
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Kyrgyzstani teenagers became world champions in arm wrestling in Tashkent

Teenagers from the Jeti-Oguz district became world champions in arm wrestling in Tashkent. This was reported to the Turmush correspondent by the head coach of the arm wrestling federation of the Issyk-Kul region, Ruslan Abdybek uulu. “I have been training children in the Issyk-Kul region in arm wrestling for several years now. Currently, there are 30 children training in the Jeti-Oguz district. More than ten of them are part of the national team of Kyrgyzstan in arm wrestling.

11.02.2026, 15:21
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The deputy raised the issue of organizing mobile communication services in the regions.

At the plenary session of the Jogorku Kenesh, held on February 11, 2026, Deputy Altynbek Kilychbaev initiated a discussion on the creation of MTS in the regions. He emphasized the importance of having agricultural machinery for every rural administration. In response to this request, the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Agriculture Bakyt Torobaev reported that there are 186 MTS operating in the country, where farmers can seek assistance. He also noted the possibility of obtaining machinery

11.02.2026, 15:04
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In the city of Manas, a subject Olympiad for school students is taking place.

In the courtyard of secondary school No. 5 named after B. Osmonov, the second stage of the republican school olympiad has begun, which is taking place in the format of a city (district) level. At this intellectual competition, 593 students from all educational institutions in the city are demonstrating their knowledge, testing their skills in various subjects.

11.02.2026, 14:58
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The deputy requested to repair the canal in the Talas region

At the meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh held on February 11, 2026, Deputy Medina Kairylbekova raised the issue of the need to repair the canal in the Talas region. She pointed out that there is a significant leakage of irrigation water in this area. Kairylbekova proposed to concrete the canal to avoid losses, which account for about 60% of the total water volume. In response, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Agriculture Bakyt Torobaev confirmed that a concrete cover would be installed in this

11.02.2026, 14:32
Zuckerberg Moves to the "Billionaires' Bunker" in Florida
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Zuckerberg Moves to the "Billionaires' Bunker" in Florida

September 4, 2025, Washington, D.C., USA: Mark Zuckerberg, chairman and CEO of Meta, during a dinner with tech industry leaders at the State Dining Room of the White House in Washington on September 4, 2025 (Photo: Global Look Press/Keystone Press Agency) Mark Zuckerberg, billionaire and founder of Facebook, is considering moving to Miami. This is reported by the Wall Street Journal and Bloomberg. According to the publication, he may become a new representative of wealthy businessmen who have

11.02.2026, 14:32
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Snow avalanches occurred on the Aла-Buka–Jany-Bazar–Kirovka highway

On February 11, on the section of the highway Ala-Buka–Jany-Bazar–Kirovka, between kilometers 93 and 101, snow avalanches occurred in five locations. The volume of snow masses is currently being assessed. According to the Jalal-Abad regional emergency management office, two loaders and one grader are involved in clearing the road. The clearing work is ongoing, but the threat of repeated avalanches remains.

11.02.2026, 14:28
The personal security of Kamchybek Tashiev will continue to be provided in the established manner - SGO
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The personal security of Kamchybek Tashiev will continue to be provided in the established manner - SGO

According to the chairman of the State Guard Service, Syrgak Berdikozhoev, the personal security for Kamchybek Tashiev will continue in accordance with established procedures. "Government agencies take into account the concerns of citizens regarding Tashiev's safety, expressed on social media," he added. Furthermore, Berdikozhoev noted that President Sadyr Japarov has given the relevant instructions on this matter.

11.02.2026, 14:24