February 2026 has entered the history of meteorological observations in Bishkek as the warmest month ever recorded. This data was published on the "Weather and Climate" website. Previously, the record for warmth belonged to February 2021, when the average temperature was +3.9 degrees.
The debates in parliament concern issues with the export of the light industry At a meeting of the committee of the Jogorku Kenesh dedicated to finance and entrepreneurship development, Deputy Jumabek Salymbekov raised the issue of fulfilling the president's order regarding support for the light industry within the framework of the Customs Union. The Deputy Chairman of the State Customs Service, Elnura Mambetjunusheva, reported that in accordance with the directive of the head of state,
On March 2, the Secretary of the Security Council of Kyrgyzstan, Adilet Orozbekov, held an operational meeting with the heads of various law enforcement and security agencies to discuss the current situation in the Middle East. The meeting was organized in response to events threatening the safety of the country's citizens. During the discussion, emphasis was placed on the need to ensure the safety of compatriots who found themselves in the conflict zone and on plans for their swift return
Today, March 2, the Tulip Festival opened in Bishkek, according to information provided by the press service of the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry. This event will take place from March 2 to March 10, and local residents have the opportunity to purchase spring flowers starting at 75 soms and above. The products are available both retail and wholesale.
The route will connect the neighborhood "Alamedin-1" with "Kirkmostrom" The Bishkek City Hall has announced the launch of a new bus route number 62. Public transport will start operating on March 3, connecting the neighborhood "Alamedin-1" and the stop "Kirkmostrom." Buses will travel along Alykulov, Leo Tolstoy, and Auezov streets. This route was created as part of a program to optimize the city's transportation system. Photo www
According to UNAIDS data, the stigma associated with HIV poses a serious obstacle to the goal of eliminating the AIDS epidemic by 2030. This statement is based on the results of a survey of more than 30,000 people living with HIV in 25 countries. Research shows that stigma and discrimination continue to be significant barriers to accessing healthcare, as well as to protecting dignity and realizing human rights.
The situation in the Middle East remains complex: airports in the UAE, Qatar, Bahrain, and Kuwait have either fully or partially suspended flight services. Four airlines from Kyrgyzstan have also suspended their flights to this region. As a result, many tourists from various countries have found themselves in a difficult situation, unable to fly home, and there are complaints about the eviction of people from hotels.
Citizens should exercise increased caution. The situation in the Middle East raises serious concerns, and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic urges citizens in the United Arab Emirates to remain calm and take precautions. "It is important to monitor official statements from local authorities, such as the Ministry of Internal Affairs and other responsible agencies, and to use only verified information. We also urge not to spread rumors," the ministry noted. In the
Residents of Bishkek expressed their dissatisfaction regarding the start of construction work in the Baytik Baatyr Park, located near the Azerbaijan-Kyrgyz Friendship Park, in the area of Baytik Baatyr and Tokombaev streets. According to local residents, "the park has been fenced off, destroying green spaces, containers are being installed, and construction machinery is operating. Our city already lacks trees, and now the last green zone is being destroyed."
At a briefing held on March 2, a representative of the consular department of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs reported that the UAE's tourism department has ordered a free extension of stay for foreign tourists. However, not all hotels are following these directives, which requires the intervention of consulate staff to resolve issues on the ground. Currently, due to the suspension of flights, about 1,000 Kyrgyz citizens are in a difficult situation in hotels in Dubai.
According to the ambassador, after the worsening situation in the Middle East, President Sadyr Japarov, as well as the leadership of the Cabinet of Ministers and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, outlined a number of tasks for the embassy. "We are constantly monitoring and maintaining contact with every citizen who is on Umrah in Saudi Arabia, as well as with students. A special headquarters has been formed for this purpose, including representatives from the National Agency for Religious
In Kazakhstan, the year 2026 has been declared the year of artificial intelligence, as established by a presidential decree. This decision underscores the importance of AI for the country's survival in business, government, and everyday life. Authorities are confident that digitalization is not a luxury but a necessity if Kazakhstan wants to remain competitive on the international stage. In this important initiative, the private sector plays a significant role, and one of the leading
Junior teams from Kyrgyzstan are stepping onto the international stage by participating in competitions for boys and girls. This is not only a chance to showcase their skills but also an opportunity to gain valuable experience that will help them improve their positions in the world rankings.
According to one of the local residents, there have been issues with the road surface and flooding on Naberezhnaya Street following the completion of construction work. She told the editorial office that in the spring of 2025, a major reconstruction began on Zarechnaya Street, 15, where a collection and primary processing point for wool used to be located, and now there are warehouse facilities. The woman noted that after the work was completed, the condition of the road was not restored, and
Today, a new football season kicks off in Kyrgyzstan, and two exciting matches are scheduled for the first round. Fans will be able to watch the games in Bishkek and Kant, which will be a serious test for the teams.
The competition gathered over 200 participants On March 1, the official opening of the Sumo City Cup took place at the Specialized Children and Youth Sports School of Olympic Reserve named after Ratbek Sanatbaev, featuring both junior and adult competitors. This was reported by representatives of the city administration. More than 200 athletes from Bishkek, Chui Region, Sokuluk District, Issyk-Kul Region, as well as students from the Kyrgyz National University named after Jusup Balasagyn are
Currently, about 6,000 pilgrims from Kyrgyzstan are registered in Mecca, as reported to the Kabar agency by the Deputy Mufti of the country, Zholdoshbek Abdildaev. According to Abdildaev, information about citizens is received through 46 accredited companies and their local representatives.
A seminar titled "On the Path to a National Strategy for Electric Mobility" was held in Bishkek, where plans for the annual duty-free import of up to 15 thousand electric vehicles and the development of charging infrastructure in the country were discussed. This information was provided by the press service of the Climate Finance Center under the government. The seminar was organized by the Center in collaboration with the Ministry of Economy and Commerce, with the support of the
According to the latest data, as of March 2, there are about 22,000 citizens of Kyrgyzstan in the United Arab Emirates and Saudi Arabia, as reported by the consular department of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Approximately 100 Kyrgyz citizens are in Israel, most of whom are women with dual citizenship.
In connection with the worsening situation in the Middle East, Adilet Orozbekov, Secretary of the Security Council of Kyrgyzstan, held an urgent meeting with the heads of law enforcement agencies, security forces, and other relevant departments. During the meeting, important issues regarding the coordination of actions among state bodies were discussed, including the situation of Kyrgyz citizens who found themselves in the conflict zone. Orozbekov emphasized the critical need to take immediate
From March 2 to 10, the Tulip Festival is taking place in Kyrgyzstan, organized by the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry. At the festival, guests can purchase tulips both wholesale and retail, starting from prices of 75 soms. This allows buyers to choose flowers according to their taste.
Currently, 67 citizens of Kyrgyzstan are on the liner off the coast of Qatar and plan to stay there until March 7. This was reported by the temporary chargé d'affaires of Kyrgyzstan in Qatar, Shumkarbek Kursanov. Kursanov also added that in case of a worsening situation, they will follow the instructions of the coordination headquarters.
The Director of the Consular Department, Seytek Jumakadyrov, stated at a press conference that pilgrims currently in Saudi Arabia have not raised the issue of the need for urgent evacuation. According to him, approximately 6,000 citizens of Kyrgyzstan are currently in the country, most of whom are pilgrims.
According to the Ministry of Construction, Architecture, and Housing and Communal Services, in February, the State Institute of Seismic Resistant Construction and Engineering Design, under its management, developed 73 technical conclusions for projects located in various regions of Kyrgyzstan. Photo from the Ministry of Construction These conclusions serve as confirmation of the seismic resistance of structures, as well as compliance of design solutions with established safety standards and
On March 2 of this year, according to information announced by the director of the consular department, Seytek Jumakadyrov, at a press conference, there are about 22,000 citizens of Kyrgyzstan in the Middle East, primarily in Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates. Currently, there have been no reported cases of injuries or people left homeless.
ADRA Kyrgyzstan is actively working to improve access to medical care for children with disabilities in Bishkek and other regions of the country. This was reported in a statement published on the information portal 24.kg. According to information from the organization's staff, the new project includes the creation of a mobile medical team that will visit rehabilitation centers.
At the racetrack in the city of Tokmok, Chuy Region, traditional regional competitions among Kyrgyz taigans took place. This was reported to Turmush by one of the event organizers, the chairman of the Kyrgyz Federation of Taigans [“Kyrgyz Taigan”] Talai Shukurov. According to him, the regional taigan competitions are traditionally held in February-March, and this year was no exception. “We evaluated the speed qualities of male dogs, female dogs, and puppies in their categories.
The uniqueness of these characters lies in their virtual existence A new system based on artificial intelligence has been implemented in the apparatus of the Jogorku Kenesh, designed to highlight the activities of the parliament and provide information about its work. This was reported by the press service of the legislative body. Now, the parliament team includes virtual TV presenters — "Myryza" and "Aiyym," created using AI. These digital characters will be responsible
The Kyrgyz National Information Agency "Kabar" is actively integrating artificial intelligence (AI) technologies into its work as part of the digitalization process. One of the significant innovations has been the creation of a virtual AI news anchor, which will present the most important news selections. This digital announcer is capable of quickly voicing current events both in Kyrgyzstan and on the international stage.
In 2025, the Ministry of Natural Resources, Ecology, and Technical Supervision conducted 42 inspections and 561 raids for the protection of flora and fauna. As a result, 567 violations were recorded, leading to fines totaling 3 million 907 thousand 500 soms, of which 3 million 594 thousand 500 soms have already been collected. Photo by the Ministry of Natural Resources 99 raids were conducted at Lake Issyk-Kul, resulting in:
Currently, there have been no reported cases of Kyrgyz citizens being harmed in the countries of the Persian Gulf. This was reported by Seytek Jumakadyrov uulu, the director of the Consular Department of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Kyrgyzstan. He noted that consular workers are actively interacting with hotels to prevent the eviction of Kyrgyz citizens. In particular, in Abu Dhabi, the number of Kyrgyz citizens is insignificant, and there are no difficulties with evictions.
At a press conference, the director of the consular department of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Seytek Jumakadyrov, reported that 200 citizens of Kyrgyzstan are in Iran and Israel. According to him, about 100 Kyrgyz citizens are in Iran, among whom women who married in the country predominate.
The Cabinet of Ministers of Kyrgyzstan has presented a draft amendment to the resolution concerning support for vulnerable groups of the population in emergency situations and states of emergency for public discussion. The updates clarify the procedure for providing one-time social payments and define the categories of citizens eligible for assistance. As stated in the explanatory note, the changes aim to harmonize the norms with the capabilities of the state budget and simplify procedures.
The Osh city administration reported on the continuation of work to relocate the "Kelechek" market to a new site. According to information provided by city services, active work is underway to relocate traders.
Since the beginning of 2023, more than 60 stray animals have been shot in the village of Chaek. A veterinary specialist emphasized that the shooting is ongoing at the moment and that the work will continue according to the established plan.
A new artificial intelligence-based system has been implemented in the Jogorku Kenesh, which will focus on covering parliamentary activities and providing up-to-date information about the work of deputies. According to information from the press service of the Jogorku Kenesh, "hosts" named Myrza M legislation and Aiyum Kenesh will create video materials and informational texts related to the issues being discussed, thereby informing the public about the actions of parliamentarians.
The total number of published educational materials in the country has exceeded 4 million copies. Deputy Minister of Education Nadira Jusupbekova reported at a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh Committee on Science and Education about the allocation of 856 million 548 thousand soms for printing educational books in 2025. She noted that in 2020, only 120 million soms were allocated for these purposes, while in 2025, funding has significantly increased. If in 2020 more than 330 thousand textbooks
A new mobile application called "Manas Code" has been created in Kyrgyzstan, aimed at strengthening family ties. This was reported by Deputy Minister of Education Nadira Jusupbekova at a meeting of the committee of the Jogorku Kenesh, which deals with science, education, innovation, culture, and youth affairs. According to Jusupbekova, in recent years there has been a trend of weakening connections between parents and children in families, which negatively affects the upbringing of
In Bishkek, a drug dealer was convicted. Information about the Supreme Court's decision was published on the "Digital Justice" portal. The names of the participants in the case have been changed.
Today, the Committee on Science, Education, Innovative Development and Information Technologies, Culture, Sports, and Youth Affairs of the Jogorku Kenesh reviewed the draft law "On Amendments to the Law of the Kyrgyz Republic 'On Advertising'," which was not approved in the first reading. The author of this draft law is deputy Dastan Bekeshev.
The Embassy of the Kyrgyz Republic in Pakistan reports an unstable situation in several areas of the country. Protests are taking place in some regions, and armed clashes continue in border areas with Afghanistan. There is also a high threat of terrorist acts. In light of the above, citizens of Kyrgyzstan are strongly advised to avoid areas where hostilities are taking place, as well as places with large gatherings of people. Caution should be exercised in public places, and individuals should
According to the press service of the Solar Astronomy Laboratory of IKI and ISZF RAS, solar activity continues to decline, indicating that the star is returning to a state of depression. The statement notes that even the appearance of two active groups could not change this trend: "The Sun currently has minimal activity, but it is insignificant." Scientists also reported that active center 4366, which three weeks ago produced six powerful X-class flares, has now completely exhausted
The O!Store chain of stores is pleased to announce a promotion in which prices for Honor smartphones have been reduced by 15%. This offer is timed to coincide with the start of the spring season and is aimed at those looking for quality and high-tech gifts for their loved ones without significant expenses.
The Kyrgyz National Information Agency "Kabar" is actively promoting artificial intelligence (AI) technologies as part of its digitalization efforts. One of the significant innovations has been the creation of a virtual AI news anchor, which will present important news summaries. This digital announcer is capable of quickly voicing key events both in Kyrgyzstan and on the international stage.
In Osh, the process of relocating the old "Kelechek" market continues. This information was announced by the press service of the city municipality. According to the city authorities, the mayor's office is actively working on relocating traders to the new site.
Photo courtesy of the mayor's office The construction of a new educational center for young technicians is ongoing at 144 Leo Tolstoy Street in Bishkek. The five-story building, with a total area of over 2,500 square meters, will include an astronomical observatory, a conference hall, a museum, and specialized areas for children's technical creativity. The project is commissioned by the capital construction department, according to information provided by the mayor's office
This will help increase the salaries of imams. The Spiritual Administration of Muslims of Kyrgyzstan has announced the introduction of a 9% commission for citizens performing Umrah. This decision was the result of discussions with community representatives and is aimed at raising the salaries of imams, as reported by the Spiritual Administration. The muftiate noted that the issue of financing religious institutions was raised at the People's Kurultai in December 2024. However, due to the
Construction of a new three-story administrative building for the Ministry of Construction, Architecture, and Housing and Communal Services has begun in Naryn. According to the ministry, the total area of the new building will be 950 square meters, and it will meet modern architectural standards, providing comfortable working conditions for employees and convenience for citizens.