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Construction near TSUM recognized as non-compliant with the approved project
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Construction near TSUM recognized as non-compliant with the approved project

During the inspection of construction works on the territory of TSUM "Aichurek," it was found that they do not comply with the previously agreed project solutions. The mayor of the capital, Aibek Junushaliev, instructed the dismantling of the erected metal structure. Control measures revealed that the facility being implemented by the developer had not been discussed at the urban planning council, and the work is being carried out with deviations from the approved parameters, which

19.02.2026, 18:42
Ancient Bacteria Found in Ice Proved Resistant to Modern Antibiotics
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Ancient Bacteria Found in Ice Proved Resistant to Modern Antibiotics

A study conducted by Romanian scientists showed that the strain Psychrobacter SC65A.3, which has adapted to cold conditions, is resistant to more than 10 modern antibiotics, including rifampicin, vancomycin, ciprofloxacin, trimethoprim, clindamycin, and metronidazole. This strain contains over 100 genes associated with resistance and can suppress the growth of various "superbugs." In the course of the study, the scientists isolated various strains of bacteria from ice cores,

19.02.2026, 18:40
Edil Baysalov outlined the priorities for cultural policy development
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Edil Baysalov outlined the priorities for cultural policy development

On February 19, a meeting of the board of the Ministry of Culture, Information and Youth Policy took place at the National Historical Museum, with the participation of Edil Baisalov, Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers of Kyrgyzstan, the press service of the government reports. Members of the Ministry's board, representatives of the Jogorku Kenesh, as well as heads of regional departments and structural units also participated in the event.

19.02.2026, 18:27
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Masuda Aydarbekova Appointed Deputy Mayor of the City of Osh

The head of the Osh city hall, Masuda Aydarbekova, has been relieved of her duties and now holds the position of deputy mayor of the city. The corresponding directive was signed by Mayor Janarbek Akayev. According to official information from the municipality, earlier, on February 19, four deputy mayors — Sonunbek Junusbaev, Mirlanbek Kazybay uulu, Adilet Sharshenaly uulu, and Nurlan Zakirov — submitted their resignation letters voluntarily.

19.02.2026, 18:22
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In Talas, young people are being trained in in-demand professions with subsequent internships

In Talas, the initiative "Youth Internship" is being implemented, organized by the inter-district department of labor, social protection, and migration. It aims to assist young people in finding employment, as reported by Turmush correspondents. According to the department's information, the program started on November 13, 2024, in accordance with the KR Law "On Youth," the decree of the Cabinet of Ministers of the KR dated September 11, 2025, No. 778-t, and the order

19.02.2026, 18:17
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Our People Abroad: Kenesh Temirov Arrived in America Not Knowing the Language, and Now He is Engaged in Charity Work

As part of the "Our People Abroad" series, we will tell you about 34-year-old Kenesh Temirov, who currently lives in the USA. Kenesh is originally from the Nookat district of the Osh region, but when he was in the first grade, his family moved to Naryn. "My parents were engaged in trade, and that's why we settled in this city. I graduated from Chkalov Secondary School in Naryn, and now my two sons study at the same school. After the ninth grade, I enrolled in the Kyrgyz

19.02.2026, 18:16
Samad Erkinbekov has been appointed head of the Directorate for Non-Olympic Sports
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Samad Erkinbekov has been appointed head of the Directorate for Non-Olympic Sports

Today, February 19, the State Agency for Physical Culture and Sports of the Kyrgyz Republic announced the appointment of Samat Erkinbekov as the director of the Directorate for Non-Olympic Sports. It became known that the presentation of the new leader took place under the guidance of Kubanych Ermekov, head of the department for analysis and development of high-performance sports.

19.02.2026, 18:11
School No. 29 in Bishkek will be named after Musa Jalil
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School No. 29 in Bishkek will be named after Musa Jalil

On February 22, a solemn ceremony will take place in Bishkek to honor the naming of secondary school No. 29 after Musa Jalil, a renowned Tatar poet and Hero of the Soviet Union. This was reported by the Russian House in Bishkek. A delegation from Tatarstan is expected to attend the event, led by the Deputy Prime Minister of the Republic and Chairman of the National Council of the World Congress of Tatars, Vasily Shaikhraziev.

19.02.2026, 18:04
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Shumkarbek Paiziev appointed Deputy Mayor of the city of Osh

Shumkarbek Paiziev has been appointed as the deputy mayor of the city of Osh. The corresponding order was signed on February 19 by Mayor Janarbek Akaev. Turmush previously reported that Sonunbek Junusbaev and Mirlanbek Kazybay uulu resigned from their positions as deputy mayors of the city of Osh. According to the municipality, on February 19 they submitted applications for resignation at their own request. Sonunbek Junusbaev served as deputy mayor since September 6, 2021, when Almaz Mambetov

19.02.2026, 17:38
In Bishkek, the construction of the first transport interchange is planned - details
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In Bishkek, the construction of the first transport interchange is planned - details

Abdyzhaparkul Janbolotov, the deputy director of the transport and infrastructure development department of the Bishkek city administration, announced plans for the construction of a transport interchange. The project will be financed from the local budget and will be located at the intersection of Young Guard Boulevard and Leo Tolstoy Street. According to him, the project was completed last year and has been included in the title list of road construction for 2026 this year.

19.02.2026, 17:38
Zhoomart Toktogulov headed the GKNB department for the city of Osh and Osh region
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Zhoomart Toktogulov headed the GKNB department for the city of Osh and Osh region

The new head was introduced to the mayor of the city and the representative of the region, as well as to the staff of the department. Zhoomart Toktogulov has become the new head of the GKNB department for the city of Osh and Osh region, as reported by the presidential administration. On February 19, Deputy Chairman of the special service Alisher Erbaev held a meeting where he introduced the new head to the staff of the local GKNB. The meeting was also attended by the mayor of Osh Janar Akaev

19.02.2026, 17:36
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In 2025, glass container exports from Kyrgyzstan increased by 47%

- In 2025, Kyrgyzstan recorded a 47% increase in glass container exports. This data is provided by the National Statistical Committee. According to the agency's information, from January to December 2025, 15.2 million units of glass containers were exported for a total of 3.9 million dollars, significantly exceeding the figures for 2024, when 10 million units were shipped for 2.7 million dollars.

19.02.2026, 17:31
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A 54-Meter Bridge Opened in the Pamir-Alai Aiyl Aimak and Special Equipment Handed Over

During a working trip to the Alay District, representatives of the presidential envoy's office in the Osh region visited the remote Pamir-Alai rural district. As part of the visit, a bridge opening ceremony was held, and new equipment was handed over. At the ceremony in the village of Taldy-Suu, the regional leader presented the keys to four units of special equipment that were acquired on lease. The new equipment includes: a "Zoomlion RN1104" tractor, an "XCMG XE150WB"

19.02.2026, 17:27
Deputy Bolot Ibragimov Elected Vice-Speaker of the Jogorku Kenesh
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Deputy Bolot Ibragimov Elected Vice-Speaker of the Jogorku Kenesh

53 deputies supported his candidacy During the session of the Jogorku Kenesh, Bolot Ibragimov was elected to the position of Deputy Speaker. The candidacy of Ibragimov was proposed by the parliamentary group "Mekenchil-Intymak". It is worth noting that the previous Vice-Speaker of the Jogorku Kenesh voluntarily resigned from his duties. Photo www

19.02.2026, 17:27
"Staff Shake-up" of Resignations in the Osh City Hall: Three Deputy Mayors Have Resigned
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"Staff Shake-up" of Resignations in the Osh City Hall: Three Deputy Mayors Have Resigned

What was the reason for their departure under the new mayor? Three deputies have submitted their resignation letters at the Osh City Hall. This was reported by the municipality. First Deputy Adilet Sharshenaly uulu, as well as deputies Sonunbek Junusbaev and Mirlan Kazybai uulu left of their own accord. The reasons for their decision were not disclosed. It should be noted that Zhenishbek Toktorbaev left the position of mayor of the city, and his place was taken by Janar Akaev, who was

19.02.2026, 17:03
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The National Bank reported on the strengthening role of QR payments in the financial system

- In Kyrgyzstan, the volume of transactions conducted via QR codes reached 908.6 billion soms by 2025, with the number of operations exceeding 525 million. This was reported by Nurgul Tashbekova, head of the Digital Financial Technologies Department of the National Bank, during a live broadcast. She noted that QR payments have significantly increased in popularity in recent years and have become a key element in the digitization of the country's financial system.

19.02.2026, 16:58
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Life in the Regions: 8 Golden Rules of Parenting — Advice from Educator Kenjegul Toyunbaeva

Raising children involves not only the transfer of knowledge but also the creation of necessary conditions for their emotional, social, and personal development. It is important for the educator to care for all aspects of the child's growth, showing them love, support, and respect. This was discussed in an interview with a Turmush correspondent by Kenjegul Toyunbaeva, an educator from the At-Bashinsky district of the Naryn region.

19.02.2026, 16:56
Another Deputy Mayor of Osh Resigned
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Another Deputy Mayor of Osh Resigned

The deputy mayor of Osh, Nurlan Zakirov, has decided to leave his position. This information has been officially confirmed by local authorities. It is reported that his departure was voluntary; however, the reasons for this decision have not been disclosed.

19.02.2026, 16:54
The Cabinet has imposed a ban on the export of used catalysts
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The Cabinet has imposed a ban on the export of used catalysts

In the country of Kyrgyzstan, a ban has been imposed for eight months on the export of used catalytic converters, as well as the remnants of precious metals, slags, and ash contained in these devices. This was reported by the press service of the Cabinet of Ministers. The decree was signed by the Prime Minister Adylbek Kasymaliev.

19.02.2026, 16:44
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Tugolbay Muratov appointed as the First Deputy Akim of the Ala-Buka District

Tugolbay Muratov has become the first deputy akim of the Ala-Buka district. The introduction of the new deputy took place under the leadership of Adilet Akbaraliev, who is the head of the apparatus of the presidential representative in the Jalal-Abad region. This position was previously held by Mukhtar Sherbaev, who has now become the akim of the At-Bashy district in the Naryn region. Tugolbay Muratov was born on September 7, 1982, in the village of Changyr-Tash, located in the Kara-Darya

19.02.2026, 16:42
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In the Sokuluk District, a long-standing landfill is being eliminated in the village of Kozhomkul

The village of Kozhomkul, located in the Sokuluk district of the Chui region, has become a site for the removal of a landfill that had been on its outskirts for a long time. As local resident Azamat Tynarov reported, the dump was situated along the road connecting the villages of Kozhomkul and Frunze, and waste had been accumulating there for many years. Tynarov noted that the landfill was constantly growing in size, and residential areas began just 500 meters from this location. During the

19.02.2026, 16:42
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Young Talents: The Dream of the World Stage — How 14-Year-Old Kasiet Aalieva from At-Bashy Conquers the Art of Komuz

In the Naryn region, a new generation of artists is emerging, enthusiastically engaged in preserving and developing national culture. One of the prominent representatives of this movement is Kasiyet Aalieva, a young musician from the At-Bashinsky district. Her determination and persistence in studying folk creativity are admirable. Kasiyet, born on April 10, 2011, in the village of Acha-Kayindy, is currently studying in the 8th grade at Oi-Tersken Secondary School. In a conversation with a

19.02.2026, 16:37
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A Tenth Grader Developed a Master Plan for the City of Talas and Shared Ideas for Its Expansion

In Talas, Mayor Nurgazy Asylbekov held a meeting with tenth grader Turarov Muhammad Amin, a student of the Eshibek Kapalov Secondary School from the Bakai-Ata District. During this meeting, the young talent presented his master plan for the city's development, outlining ideas for the expansion of Talas, as well as the construction of multi-story residential buildings and social facilities.

19.02.2026, 16:35
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Adylbek Kasymaliev to the new mayor of Osh Akayev: The main thing is not to interfere in politics

On February 19, a presentation of the new mayor of Osh, Janarbek Akayev, took place, conducted by the Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers Adylbek Kasymaliev. During the event, Kasymaliev familiarized the city hall staff with the decrees of President Sadyr Japarov. “You all know Janar Kubanychovich well. He has experience working in the Jogorku Kenesh and has been elected as a deputy several times. Currently, many infrastructure projects are being implemented in Osh that require continuation.

19.02.2026, 16:33
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In Ak-Tal, due to thick fog, hunters shot only one wolf from the pack.

In the village of Bayetov, located in the Ak-Tal district of the Naryn region, three hunters managed to shoot only one wolf out of five. This was reported by a correspondent from Turmush. Today morning, around 05:00, hunters Edil Üsönov [Usenov], Kachan Turdubaev, and Nazarbek Esenov went hunting in the Kichi-Ortok area, in the pasture of Kara-Suu. They attempted to track the wolves in rocky piles known as bukturmas, and eventually, Edil Üsönov was able to shoot one of the wolves.

19.02.2026, 16:23
A temporary ban on the export of used catalysts has been introduced in Kyrgyzstan.
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A temporary ban on the export of used catalysts has been introduced in Kyrgyzstan.

The ban concerns the export of catalysts, as well as slags and residues of precious metals, which is related to the protection of public health and the environment, as well as reducing air pollution from vehicle exhausts. Catalysts, being one of the most expensive components of a vehicle's exhaust system, can account for up to 13% of the vehicle's value. This has led to an increase in cases of theft and removal of catalysts from cars for the purpose of further sale.

19.02.2026, 16:15