The Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Water Resources and Agriculture, Erlis Akunbekov, reported at a national meeting that 291 new social facilities were put into operation in 2025. He noted that this is a 26 percent increase compared to last year, which corresponds to an increase of 61 facilities.
These projects will help cover approximately 16% of the electricity deficit in the country. The State Development Bank of the Kyrgyz Republic, together with the Ministry of Finance, is initiating financing for six hydropower plants and one solar power plant. This became known from the Ministry of Finance's announcements. The total investment in these projects amounts to 21.6 billion soms. The installed capacity of the new facilities will reach 148.3 MW, and the expected annual electricity
In accordance with the president's order, Aibek Iminov has become the new deputy chairman of the National Agency for Religious Affairs and Interethnic Relations in the Kyrgyz Republic. This was reported by the president's press service. Previously, Iminov had experience in regulating religious organizations and state expertise in this area. He held the position of head of the department for expertise and interaction with religious organizations in the State Commission for Religious
Jemilya Jamambaeva, the ombudsman of the Kyrgyz Republic, has taken control of the situation in the family of a woman who committed self-immolation in the Ak-Suu district. As a result of the tragedy, four minor children were left without a mother — their ages are 17, 15, 14, and 6 years, the press service of the agency reports.
On the Bishkek — Balykchy highway, a strong crosswind created a dangerous situation, nearly overturning a truck. This incident was captured by one of the social media users, who published a video from the scene. In the footage, the truck is seen swaying significantly due to the gusts of wind while in motion. For safety reasons, to prevent a possible accident, the driver decided to stop the vehicle and parked it on the side of the road until weather conditions improved. No information about
The National Academy of Sciences of the Kyrgyz Republic informs about the beginning of the reconstruction of the upper zone of the Botanical Garden named after E. Gareev, located at: 1a I. Akhunbaev Street. This part of the garden, which is a production zone, is intended for scientific research, as well as for growing collection plants and operating greenhouses with nurseries. Due to the ongoing work on the restoration and commissioning of greenhouse complexes, this space is fully engaged in
In the Issyk-Kul region, in the village of Ak-Suu, a tragedy occurred — a 41-year-old woman lost her life as a result of self-immolation. Ombudsman Jamila Dzhamanbaeva expressed her concern regarding this situation and drew attention to the pregnancy of the deceased's underage daughter. She urged law enforcement agencies to conduct a thorough investigation to clarify all the details of the incident and to ensure the protection of the rights of the children left without a mother, as well
The book tells about the outstanding women of the country and their successes in various fields. An event dedicated to International Women's Day was held in Bishkek, where the 9th volume of the 'Encyclopedia of Women of Kyrgyzstan' was presented. This information was provided by the Presidential Administration. State Secretary Arslan Koichiev delivered a congratulatory speech at the event. He noted that the national doctrine 'National Spirit — Global Heights', proposed
Sellers at the "flea market" in the city of Kara-Balta have noted a sharp decline in the number of buyers. According to local residents, as soon as the livestock market in Kara-Balta was closed and relocated to another place in early February, the number of visitors to the "flea market" decreased by half. The number of sellers has also reduced," local residents reported.
Starting April 1, Centrum Air will launch regular flights on the Tashkent-Osh route, as reported by the State Enterprise "Airports of Kyrgyzstan." Flights will be operated twice a week: on Wednesdays and Saturdays.
Gulsara Rysalieva. Photo from the family archive. It is with a heavy heart that we announce the death of Gulsara Khabirovna Rysalieva, one of the most respected veterans of the Jogorku Kenesh of the Kyrgyz Republic. This information has been confirmed by her relatives, who noted that she fought a long battle with illness. Gulsara Rysalieva began her career in public service in 1961, when, after graduating from Kyrgyz State University, she joined the apparatus of the Presidium of the Supreme
The airline Centrum Air, according to information from OJSC "Airports of Kyrgyzstan," is launching a new regular flight between Tashkent and Osh. The first flights are expected to begin on April 1. Flights will occur twice a week – on Wednesdays and Saturdays, using modern Airbus A320 aircraft.
In the village of Bayetov, at the secondary school named after Shukurbek Beishenaliev, the art competition "Chyngyz and Painting" has concluded. This was reported by the school principal Astra Toktogulova to the Turmush correspondent.
Temporary restrictions for heavy trucks have been introduced at the Too-Ashuu pass. According to the press service of the Ministry of Transport and Communications of the Kyrgyz Republic, from 09:00 on the section of the Bishkek — Osh highway, starting from the "Sosnovka" post, temporary restrictions for cargo vehicles have been established due to ongoing work.
Today, February 27, at the Too-Ashuu pass, in the area of the 132nd, 133rd, and 136th kilometers, work has begun on the forced descent of avalanches. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Transport and Communications. In connection with these measures, starting from 09:00, a temporary restriction on the movement of heavy trucks has been introduced on the Bishkek - Osh road, starting from the "Sosnovka" post.
In 2025, there was a significant decline in migration to the U.S.: for the first time since the Great Depression, the number of Americans leaving exceeded the number of those arriving. According to a study by the Brookings Institution, around 150,000 people left the country during this period, leading to a negative net migration. Forecasts for 2026 indicate an even greater outflow of the population.
In Kara-Kul, a requiem rally was held on the "Victory" alley, dedicated to the veterans who carried out peacekeeping missions on the Tajik-Afghan border from 1993 to 1999. The event was attended by the city leadership, including the deputy mayor and the chairman of the city council, as well as representatives of educational institutions and local school students.
On February 26, starting at 20:30, temporary restrictions for heavy freight transport have been introduced at the Dolon pass due to a sharp deterioration in weather conditions. According to information from the press service of the Ministry of Transport, road services are currently engaged in clearing the road and applying a sand-salt mixture.
On his Facebook page, the president of the National Academy of Sciences of Kyrgyzstan, Kanatbek Abdrakhmatov, shared a graph demonstrating the change in the water level of Lake Issyk-Kul. According to his information, the graph illustrates the dynamics of the lake's water level decline since 1926, when regular measurements began.
An inclusive event dedicated to the International Day of Cochlear Implantation took place in Bishkek. The main goal of this event was to draw the attention of society and government organizations to the issues of supporting children with hearing impairments and their families. The motto of the event was: "You can hear thanks to technology. To be heard - thanks to people."
As a result of losing control on a slippery road, a truck in Bishkek ended up on the edge of a cliff, threatening to fall into the Big Chui Canal. According to local services, the incident occurred during the day the day before.
Nurzhamal Torobekova, a deputy of the Jogorku Kenesh, expressed an initiative to introduce mandatory medical examinations for citizens intending to get married. According to the deputy, this measure is aimed at reducing the risk of transmitting infectious diseases between spouses. She highlighted the pressing issue of migration.
Employees of the municipal enterprise "Tazalyk" in Bishkek removed a huge volume of garbage from an apartment in a multi-story building, filling an entire KamAZ truck. This information was announced by the city's utility service. Residents of neighboring apartments contacted the service with complaints about an unpleasant odor and unsanitary conditions. An inspection conducted in the apartment revealed a significant accumulation of household waste, packaging, old belongings, and
Today, the regional stage of the republican olympiad for school students has started in Kyrgyzstan. According to the Ministry of Education, 1,606 students who took prize-winning places at the district level are participating in this stage.
At the Too-Ashuu pass, in the area of the 132nd, 133rd, and 136th kilometers, work is currently underway for the controlled release of snow avalanches. The press service of the Ministry of Transport and Communications reported that for these purposes, special equipment from the road maintenance enterprise (DMP) No. 9 is being used on-site, and staff are in a state of full readiness to respond quickly to changes in the situation. Since 9:00 AM, a temporary restriction on the movement of trucks
In London, at the VUE Cinema Leicester Square, the world premiere of the documentary project "Dominic West: Kyrgyzstan" (Beyond the Silk Road) took place. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Culture, Information, and Youth Policy.
The branch of electric stations in the Batken region plans to install 54,587 "smart" meters (automated commercial accounting systems) in 2026. According to reports, the installation of new meters will be handled by the Batken Electric Networks Enterprise. The installation volumes will be distributed across the districts of the region as follows: • Kyzyl-Kyiyin Electric Networks — 10,150 units • Kadamjay Electric Networks — 14,530 units • Leilek Electric Networks — 14,105 units •
The initiators have sent their requests to the president, the head of the GKNB, and the chairman of the Supreme Court A group of independent journalists has appealed to the authorities of Kyrgyzstan with a request to review the criminal cases initiated against their colleagues and civil activists. They announced this on social media.
The government of Kyrgyzstan has approved new rules for notarial activities. Key changes include mandatory payment for notarial services through the Unified Information System of Notaries, clarification of the process for formalizing certain agreements, and the introduction of new requirements for notarial orders, as reported in a press release from the Ministry of Justice. According to the adopted resolution, which will come into effect ten days after its publication on February 19, 2026,
The Ministry of Communications and Informatization of Belarus announced plans to strengthen bilateral dialogue with Kyrgyzstan in the field of information and communication technologies (ICT). This topic was discussed during a meeting between Minister Kirill Zaleski and the Ambassador of Kyrgyzstan in Minsk, Erbol Sultanbaev. During the negotiations, the parties considered opportunities for deepening cooperation in the areas of artificial intelligence technologies, the postal sector, and other
According to the latest report from the International Narcotics Control Board (INCB) for 2025, international cooperation under three key drug control conventions has played a significant role in reducing the harm from illegal drug trafficking and in protecting the health of people worldwide. This information was presented at a recent meeting. Sevil Atasoy, president of the INCB, noted that the effectiveness of the system is largely due to the support of states that have been fighting drug
At OshSU, the Russian Language Week took place, culminating in a festive summary of the results. First-year students from all faculties of the university participated in this educational marathon.
The player has already been introduced to the team. 16-year-old Caleb Kopytin, representing the USA, has become a new player for the Kyrgyz club "Ilbirs," according to information provided by the football association. Recently, Kopytin was presented at the club. He has already participated in several friendly matches with the U-17 national team. There are speculations that he has changed his sports citizenship to Kyrgyz. Photo www
Local residents learned that the use of VPNs is no longer required As of the evening of February 26, the majority of TikTok users in Kyrgyzstan were able to access the platform without the need for a VPN. This is reported by the residents themselves on social media. Access to the service was granted to both residents of Bishkek and users from other regions of the country. Although there have been no official statements regarding the lifting of the ban, proposals for the possibility of
By court order, six families in the Suzak District of the Jalal-Abad region will be forcibly resettled from areas prone to natural emergencies. This information was provided by the regional emergency management agency.
In the Lenin district of Bishkek, the dismantling of more than 780 advertising structures that were installed illegally has been completed.
According to information provided by RBC sources, a blockade of Telegram is planned in Russia at the beginning of April. DW also reports this in its article here. The decision to block has been deemed final. The main reason for this step is cited as cases related to the recruitment of minors for illegal activities.
A successful test flight of a flying car developed by SkyDrive took place in Tokyo. According to the company's official website, the SKYDRIVE SD-05 model, which was previously showcased at exhibitions including the Osaka-Kansai Expo 2025 and at the Osaka vertiport, participated in the trials.
According to information from the Call Center Kaktus.media, local residents from Dacha-SU expressed dissatisfaction with the condition of the road, which looks as if it has been through combat. “The road in our village, located in the Sokuluk district, is in extremely poor condition. We, the residents, risk our health while traveling on it. Every year before autumn, the potholes are only temporarily patched, and in winter and spring, they become dangerous again,” local residents share their
According to the former deputy, Nurlanbek Turgunbek uulu did not stand up for his colleagues when more than 20 deputies faced problems. On his Facebook page, former deputy Shailoobek Atazov expressed dissatisfaction with the actions of former Parliament speaker Nurlanbek Turgunbek uulu, accusing him of betrayal. He noted that in 2023-2024, more than 20 deputies in the Jogorku Kenesh found themselves "under attack," yet Turgunbek uulu, while in the position of speaker, did not come to
The dissatisfaction of Osh Mayor Janar Akayev is caused by the current pace of construction work on major sites in the city. Today he visited R. Abdykadyrov Street, where work had been temporarily halted.
The parties also discussed the prospects for interregional cooperation On February 24, a meeting took place in Ust-Kamenogorsk, Kazakhstan, between the Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary Ambassador of Kyrgyzstan to the Republic of Kazakhstan, Kudaybergen Bazarbaev, and the Akim of the East Kazakhstan region, Nurymbet Saktaganov. This information was provided by the press service of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Kyrgyzstan. During the discussion, the ambassador presented information on
The response from the Ministry of Transport and Communications came after residents of Dacha SU expressed dissatisfaction with the condition of the road. This road is used by motorists heading to the villages of Zhany-Zher, Zhany-Pakhta, Kamyshanovka, Nizhnechuyiskoye, and other settlements. In the response from the Ministry of Transport, it is stated: "The video material demonstrates a section of the road Manas — Kamyshanovka with a length of 0-3 kilometers. Work on patch repairs and
From March 3 to 7, Bishkek will host the XIII International Forum of Young Cinema "Umut". The event will feature competitive and special screenings, films from participants of international festivals, lectures, master classes, and project pitchings. Elvira Mamytova, the producer and coordinator of the forum, shared with us the changes that have occurred, as well as the opportunities it opens for participants. “This is an important stage for us. 'Umut' has become a stable
Photo WHO. Electronic waste is particularly dangerous for those involved in its recycling According to experts from the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC), the illegal waste trade generates an impressive $18 billion in profits annually. The study covers five main categories of waste: electronic and electrical waste (e-waste), plastic waste, obsolete vehicles and engines, metal waste, and mixed waste. The illegal waste trade not only harms the environment by contaminating soil and
Photo by the Ministry of Emergency Situations of the Kyrgyz Republic Temporary restrictions for heavy trucks have been introduced at the Dolon Pass. According to the press service of the Ministry of Transport of Kyrgyzstan, this decision was made due to a sharp deterioration in weather conditions. According to the information, the restrictions began to take effect at 20:30.
A call to the Kaktus.media Call Center was received from a local resident of the "Kok-Zhar" area. He reported that the new road, built less than a year ago, has already begun to show signs of wear. Specifically, this concerns Konorchok Street. According to the author of the appeal, the construction of the new road and sidewalks was completed here this year. However, there are already holes and cracks on the sidewalk, and the sidewalk itself is incomplete—it ends abruptly in the middle
According to information from Reuters, North Korea has officially announced its intentions to increase its nuclear arsenal.