As of January 1, 2026, the "balaga süyünçü" payments have been provided to 136,568 children. This number also includes 36 children who were born as triplets or more at the same time. This one-time payment of 4,000 soms is provided regardless of the family's income for the birth of each child.
The second ranking tournament of the season in wrestling, MUHAMET MALO–2026, has started in Tirana. On the first day of the competition, the Kyrgyzstan team managed to win a gold, silver, and bronze medal.
The trailer for the new film "Mortal Kombat 2" has been released. The first part of the film premiered in 2021. Photo from the internet The plot of the film will focus on the chosen warriors of Earthrealm who participate in an unusual and brutal tournament against enemies from another dimension. Their goal is to protect humanity in deadly battles from total annihilation.
In Talas, a campaign titled "Good Changes the World" was held, organized by the Talas District Police Department and third-grade students from T. Kushchubaev Secondary School, as reported by the regional police press service.
A family from the Talas region carefully preserves a "jainamaz" that was used by their ancestor over a hundred years ago. This was reported by local historian Gamal Soronkulov. According to him, during the month of Orozo, the tradition of ooz achar is being revived in the villages. "Recently, I visited Ilyas Zharmanbetov from the Bakai-Ata district. After breaking the fast, we performed the evening prayer together. Among the modern prayer mats, I noticed one old, but in excellent
At the meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, which took place today, a proposal was voiced to allow citizens of Kyrgyzstan to cultivate 15 types of medicinal herbs. This became part of the discussion on a draft law concerning amendments to several legislative acts, including the laws "On the Protection and Use of Plant Life" and "On the Development of Agriculture." The First Deputy Minister of Water Management and Agriculture, Zhanibek Kerimaliev, specified that the list of plants
This initiative is aimed at supporting the sewing industry During the first reading of the draft law concerning amendments to the laws "On the Protection and Use of Plant Life" and "On the Development of Agriculture," the deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh discussed important issues. The First Deputy Minister of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry, Zhanibek Kerimaliev, presented information about the draft law. During the discussion, Deputy Dastan Bekeshev
Drivers are given the opportunity to replace old indefinite driver's licenses until the end of 2026. This was announced during Tumanbaev's visit to the branch of the State Center for Vehicle Registration and Driver Licensing in Osh. He also noted: "There's no need to worry. You can come in a month or three, and you can also try to apply for a replacement online. There will be no queues, and there is enough time for everyone," he addressed the motorists.
According to the press service of the Ministry of Labor of the Kyrgyz Republic, as of January 1, 2026, it was recorded that 136,568 children became recipients of the one-time payment "balaga süünçü" upon birth. According to the data, among the recipients of the payment are 36 children who were born as triplets or more.
Starting Monday, the route "Kara-Balta — Sary-Bulak" may be suspended. The public transport route connecting Kara-Balta and Sary-Bulak is under threat. The issue was raised by representatives of the transport company that operates passenger transportation in the city and the Jaiyl district.
Elena Zadorozhnaya, the daughter of the owner of the "Hunter" store, thanked the President of Kyrgyzstan Sadyr Japarov and the Minister of Internal Affairs Ulan Niyazbekov for their swift response, which allowed her 71-year-old father to be released. She noted that she had previously appealed to the media for help, as her father had been in pre-trial detention for over six months and was under pressure. After her appeal, the president and the minister took notice of the situation. As
The Ministry of Justice of the Kyrgyz Republic has presented updated rules for notarial activities, which were approved by the resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of the KR No. 121, dated February 19, 2026. According to the new rules, the fee for notarial services must now be paid through a payment platform that is integrated into the Unified Information System of Notaries (EISN) on the day of the notarial action and the issuance of the relevant documents. The system records the payment
In the Talas region, in the Bostun-Bulak area of the Kümüshtak valley, camera traps have been set up that captured images of wild animals. This was reported by ecologist Gamal Soronkulov.
In 2025, 60 thousand enforcement orders for alimony cases were registered. At a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, it was announced that 1200 citizens in Kyrgyzstan evade alimony payments. In this context, deputies are discussing a draft law that proposes amendments to several legislative acts, including the Criminal Code, the Criminal Procedure Code, and the Criminal Enforcement Code of the Kyrgyz Republic. Deputy Mahabat Mavlyanova raised the issue of the problems women face when demanding
, Maxim POLETAYEV Alexander Voinov, former deputy of the Jogorku Kenesh and president of the Kickboxing Federation, shared his views on the development of sports in Kyrgyzstan in an exclusive interview for the project cast24.kg. He recalled the bright tournaments of the 90s, discussed the problems of bureaucracy and lost champions, as well as the opportunities that are opening up for the country on its way to becoming the "mecca of martial arts". Photo 24.kg — Alexander Khusainovich,
Today, a phone number has become an integral part of our digital identity. We share it with partners and new acquaintances, and a beautiful combination of digits is perceived as a status accessory that emphasizes attention to detail and individuality.
The director of the Department of Social Development of Bishkek, Aizada Junusova, reported that no complaints had been received by the mayor's office from the wards of the "Akniet" center regarding the staff of the institution. This statement was made in light of an inspection conducted at the end of December 2025. As part of the monitoring, a working commission was established, which included specialists from the department and the social development administrations of four
In Osh, in places where many people gather, police officers ensure the safety of public order. This information was announced by the press service of the Internal Affairs Department of the Osh region.
President Sadyr Japarov has signed a number of amendments to various codes, including the Code on Non-Tax Revenues and the Law "On the Universal Military Duty of Citizens of the Kyrgyz Republic, on Military and Alternative Services." According to the new amendments, the Cabinet of Ministers will now determine the amounts of monetary contributions for alternative service, mobilization fees, and exemptions from conscription into military service with enrollment in the second category
According to information from the Ministry of Labor, Social Security, and Migration of the Kyrgyz Republic, as of January 1, 2026, 136,568 children have become recipients of the one-time payment "balaga süyünçü," which is provided at the birth of a child. Among the recipients, there are 36 children who were born as a result of multiple pregnancies (triplets or more).
"First 6 thousand cameras, then 20 thousand, and then - more" Deputy Minister of Internal Affairs Erkebek Ashirkhodzhaev announced plans for the installation of video surveillance at a parliamentary meeting on February 26. Within the next two years, the entire territory of Kyrgyzstan will be covered by the video surveillance system. Ashirkhodzhaev answered questions from deputies about how the Ministry of Internal Affairs intends to ensure the safety of citizens. "At the moment,
On February 26, 2026, Erlis Akunbekov, the new Minister of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry, held his first meeting with the ministry staff, officially beginning his duties. During the meeting, he got acquainted with the deputies and heads of various departments and divisions, emphasizing the importance of teamwork. Akunbekov stated his intention to continue implementing the five main directions established by his predecessor Bakyt Torobaev and expressed high appreciation
The Bishkek city hall reported that families receiving the state allowance "Üy-bülögo kömök" were provided with humanitarian aid from the state material reserve. In order to support socially vulnerable groups, food assistance was allocated from the State Material Reserves Fund.
On February 25, 2026, the working commission responsible for reviewing the activities of the municipal enterprise "Bishkek Agency of Funeral Services" conducted an inspection visit to several cemeteries in Bishkek. The commission included Deputy Mayor Victoria Mozgacheva, as well as city council deputies Talaibek Daiyrbekov and Zhanibek Asanbekov, who serve as deputy chairman and secretary, respectively.
In 2026, it is planned to provide more than 20,000 apartments to citizens in Kyrgyzstan as part of the "Menin üyum" program, initiated by the president. This was stated by Kylchbek Keldibekov, head of the sales department of the State Mortgage Company, on the air of "Birinchi radio". According to him, currently, more than 80,000 apartments are under construction in the country, which are intended for the preferential mortgage program.
In Bishkek, around 6,300 mortgage apartments are expected to be issued in 2026, as reported by Kylchbek Keldibekov, head of the Sales Department of the State Mortgage Company, during a live broadcast on Birinchi Radio. Currently, more than 48,000 people are in line for apartments through the State Mortgage Company in the capital. Overall, across Kyrgyzstan, the number of citizens wishing to obtain housing under the "My Home" program exceeds 90,000. Of these, nearly half, specifically
Suraiyo Rahmonova, the children's ombudsman of Uzbekistan, proposed to significantly tighten the requirements for food suppliers for kindergartens. She characterized the mass cases of poisoning among children as a "threat to the gene pool of the nation." This statement was made at a meeting of the Legislative Chamber, prompted by a recent incident in the Fergana region, where 62 children were affected.
In Bishkek, in the Sverdlovsk district, a charity event was held in honor of the holy month of Ramadan. During the event, 75 families in difficult situations received food packages, as reported by the local mayor's office. The event was organized by the charity fund "Qatar Charity." The food packages were distributed to families registered with the Sverdlovsk district's Department of Social Development. Among them were low-income families, families with disabled members,
As a result of the initiative by residents of the Che-Bulak neighborhood in the city of Batken, new routes have been added to the local transport system. This information was confirmed by the city hall, as reported to the Turmush correspondent.
The head of the president's office announced information about the deadlines The opportunity to exchange old indefinite driver's licenses will remain valid until the end of 2026. This was announced by the head of the president's office, Kanibek Tumanbaev, who visited the Osh branch of the State Center for Vehicle Registration and Driver Training. The official noted: "There is no need to worry too much. You can come in a month or even three. Online exchange is also
The continuation of the selection of candidates for five-year training at the Academy of the State Committee for National Security named after Lieutenant General A. K. Bakaev has been announced by the press center of the GKNB. In order to create a competitive environment for applicants, the deadline for document submission has been extended to March 13, 2026, as stated in the official announcement.
Deputy Dastan Bekeshev shared the news on his Facebook page that graduates of orphanages can become participants in the program “Social Mortgage”. This initiative was launched following an appeal from Igor Belyaev, a graduate of an orphanage, who raised the issue of housing for orphans leaving the institution. He reached out to Bekeshev for assistance on this matter.
At the meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh on February 26, Deputy Aigul Akhmedova voiced alarming information about the forgery of passports and driver's licenses of Kyrgyzstan in Russia. According to her, she has received inquiries from the Russian Federation stating that fake documents are being produced in that country, which are then sold to citizens of third countries. She noted that such foreigners may commit offenses, including traffic accidents, resulting in a false perception that
In Tokmok, located in the Chui region, tree cutting is taking place on some streets of the city. Local residents express dissatisfaction regarding the destruction of young and healthy trees.
In Bishkek, employees of the Lenin District Department of Internal Affairs found and returned a lost briefcase to its owner, which contained important documents and nearly 1 million soms. This information was published by the press service of the department. According to the provided data, on February 14, the assistant duty officer of the Special Operations Unit of the Main Internal Affairs Directorate No. 1, Bolotbek uulu Elaman, and police lieutenant colonel Toktosun uulu Erkebek were
Minister of Construction Nurdin Oruntaev visited the construction site of the new terminal complex at the international airport "Osh". The total area of the building under construction is 26,000 square meters and includes six separate blocks: A1, A2, B1, B2, V1, and V2. According to the ministry, 95% of the monolithic work has been completed so far, and the installation of engineering systems on the first floor has been suspended until updated project and estimate documentation is
Currently, there are 1200 fathers in Kyrgyzstan who are evading alimony payments. This was reported by Deputy Attorney General Umutkan Konkubayeva at a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh. According to her, in 2025, 60,000 enforcement orders for alimony collection were registered.
At the meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh on February 26, Deputy Elvira Surabaldiyeva raised an important issue regarding the progress of investigations into high-profile criminal cases. According to her, she has recently received numerous appeals from people who have become involved in criminal cases.
Today, February 26, flight VF280 from the Turkish low-cost airline Ajet, which was supposed to depart from Bishkek at 06:20, was canceled without prior notice to the passengers. One of them shared this information on social media. View on Threads Passengers left at the airport expressed dissatisfaction with the lack of information and faced issues as they urgently needed to depart, otherwise they risked losing non-refundable bookings for other flights and hotels.
In the capital of Kyrgyzstan, Bishkek, an inspection of several cemeteries was conducted by a working commission established to assess the activities of the municipal enterprise "Bishkek Agency of Funeral Services." The city hall reported this event. The commission included Deputy Mayor Victoria Mozgacheva, as well as deputies of the Bishkek City Council Talaybek Daiyrbekov and Zhanibek Asanbekov.
In accordance with the reforms being implemented by the Ministry of Energy, the Open Joint Stock Company "National Electric Network of Kyrgyzstan" intends to complete the construction of 10 administrative buildings by the end of the current year. According to the company's press service, the project is financed from its own funds and aims to create comfortable conditions for employees in the energy sector, improve the reliability of electricity supply, and enhance customer
Starting April 1, the Kyrgyz Republic has launched the possibility of vehicle re-registration exclusively in electronic format through the "Tunduk" platform. This was announced by Kanaybek Tumanbaev, the president's chief of staff.
The State Open Joint Stock Company "Kyrgyz Satellite" has been established in Kyrgyzstan. According to the Cabinet of Ministers' resolution No. 131 dated February 23, the creation of the company is aimed at implementing modern space technologies. This will allow for the acquisition of aerospace images that will be used for optimal management of land resources, environmental monitoring, tracking climate changes, searching for critically important minerals, and preventing
As reported by the U.S. Embassy in Kyrgyzstan, students planning to travel to the United States on F or M visas are not required to pay a visa bond. This requirement applies only to applicants for business or tourist visas (B1/B2). The Ministry of Foreign Affairs previously emphasized that no prepayment is required, and no one can guarantee the issuance of a visa to the U.S. Payment is only possible after the interview, using the official link of the embassy in Bishkek.
Residents of the mentioned building contacted the Kaktus.media Call Center, expressing dissatisfaction over the lack of electricity and urging authorities to take action. ***- There has been no electricity in our building for a day. An employee of the Eastern RES informed us that the transformer is not under their jurisdiction and suggested that we purchase the parts for its repair ourselves. It also turned out that the transformer was flooded with water. This is unacceptable and poses a danger
In Bishkek, the opening of the bridge on Jibek Jolu Avenue, located in the area of the former Eastern bus station, is being postponed. Vice Mayor Ramiz Aliyev explained the reasons for the delay via social media after visiting the construction site. According to him, an examination of the structural stability is necessary. The construction work is completed, with only minor adjustments remaining. After that, a wait of 28 days will be required for the final inspection. "This Friday we will
In 2025, there were 10,666 violations of environmental legislation registered in Kyrgyzstan, according to the Ministry of Natural Resources, Ecology, and Technical Supervision. The ministry issued 1,981 directives, which helped eliminate 7,777 of the identified violations. As a result, the total amount of damage caused to nature amounted to 130 million 961 thousand soms.
A recent video that is actively being discussed on social media was filmed during a visit by the Bishkek city hall commission to the city cemeteries. In this short video, you can hear a funny dialogue: — Sooner or later, you will be mine. — And who are you? — I am the cemetery manager. In this video, you can see Vice Mayor Viktoria Mozgacheva and the director of the municipal enterprise that handles funeral services. The video quickly went viral and attracted the attention of users.