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In Kyrgyzstan, about 200–220 new cases of cancer in children are identified annually.
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In Kyrgyzstan, about 200–220 new cases of cancer in children are identified annually.

The increase in the number of cases is related to the improvement of diagnostic methods. A national conference dedicated to the development of pediatric oncology was held in Bishkek, as reported by the press service of the Ministry of Health. The event was attended by Deputy Minister of Health Bakytbek Kadyraliev, deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh, representatives of international organizations, heads of medical institutions, and experts in the field of medicine. During the conference, the

18.02.2026, 20:00
2GIS created a 3D model of the Central Mosque of Bishkek
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2GIS created a 3D model of the Central Mosque of Bishkek

The project was launched in anticipation of the month of Ramadan The 2GIS service, known in the field of cartography, has presented its new 3D model of the Central Mosque named after Imam Sarakhsi. This event coincides with the beginning of the holy month of Ramadan. Now users can explore one of the key architectural landmarks and spiritual centers of Bishkek directly through the app. The created model features high detail, allowing for a close look at the minarets, facade elements, and

18.02.2026, 19:52
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Pre-exposure prophylaxis for HIV. What is it and who is it recommended for?

Pre-exposure prophylaxis, also known as PrEP, is a modern and scientifically grounded approach to preventing HIV. This is reported by the Republican Center for Health Promotion. What is HIV pre-exposure prophylaxis? This method involves taking antiretroviral medications to reduce the risk of HIV infection. With regular and correct use, PrEP can reduce the likelihood of HIV transmission by more than 90% during sexual contact.

18.02.2026, 19:36
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After a deadly accident in the USA, companies linked to Kyrgyz nationals are being investigated

As a result of a traffic accident in Indiana that claimed the lives of four people, the operations of several transportation companies have been suspended. This was reported by U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy on his social media. According to the Secretary, following the incident involving a driver from Kyrgyzstan, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) took a number of actions:

18.02.2026, 19:21
Ministry of Labor of the Kyrgyz Republic: 854 social workers serve 9,452 people at home
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Ministry of Labor of the Kyrgyz Republic: 854 social workers serve 9,452 people at home

Citizens in need of support can contact the ministry As of January 1, 2026, within the framework of the activities of the city, district, and inter-district departments of the Ministry of Labor, Social Protection, and Migration of the Kyrgyz Republic, 854 social workers provide home services to 9,452 individuals in need. This includes: * 3,819 lonely elderly people; * 2,313 people with disabilities; * 350 married couples; * 2,971 families in difficult life situations. Social workers provide

18.02.2026, 19:20
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The Bishkek City Police Department commented on the detention of a pediatric nephrologist.

The press service of the department reported the detention of Nasira Beishebaeva, a nephrologist from the National Center for the Protection of Motherhood and Childhood. The staff of the institution recorded a video appeal to the President of Kyrgyzstan, Sadyr Japarov, requesting a thorough investigation of the situation. Medical workers are also asking to consider the possibility of choosing a preventive measure that is not related to deprivation of liberty for Beishebaeva. It became known

18.02.2026, 19:16
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Mortars, cast-iron pots, and glass holders of past years are kept in a private collection in the Jaiyl district.

Almazbek Ashiraliev, a resident of the Jayil district in the Chui region, is passionate about collecting antique items such as mortars, cast-iron pots, and glass holders. He shared that finding these items has not been a difficult task for him: many of them he discovered at markets, and some were gifted to him by friends and acquaintances who knew about his interests. "I learned a lot of interesting things about each of the artifacts; for example, a mortar is a tool used for grinding and

18.02.2026, 19:05
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In Bishkek, a nephrologist from the NCODM was detained. The staff issued a statement.

The NCMD team recorded a video address to the President of Kyrgyzstan, Sadyr Japarov, expressing concern over the detention of Nasira Beishebayeva, a candidate of medical sciences and associate professor. According to their information, she was summoned for questioning at the Main Internal Affairs Department of Bishkek in the morning and then placed in a temporary detention facility. It is believed that the case concerns the amputation of a patient's leg due to thrombosis. The girl was

18.02.2026, 19:01
In Bishkek, two women fraudulently obtained jewelry worth 36 million soms and went into hiding.
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In Bishkek, two women fraudulently obtained jewelry worth 36 million soms and went into hiding.

The perpetrators have been placed in a temporary detention facility. Citizen T.A. filed a report with the police, stating that two unfamiliar women, known as "Ch." and "N.", had fraudulently obtained jewelry worth 36 million soms under the pretext of selling it. These facts were announced by the press service of the Sverdlovsk District Department of Internal Affairs. According to official sources, the suspects sold the jewelry to a pawn shop at a significantly reduced

18.02.2026, 19:00
Talant Mamytov supported Marlen Mamataliyev's candidacy for the position of speaker
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Talant Mamytov supported Marlen Mamataliyev's candidacy for the position of speaker

The deputy called for resolving contentious issues only within the legal framework From the podium of the parliament, Deputy of the Jogorku Kenesh Talant Mamytov expressed his support for Marlen Mamataliyev's candidacy for the position of Speaker. During his speech, he thanked the voters of the 13th district, noting that the trust placed in him is a serious responsibility. Mamytov emphasized that the work of the parliament must be carried out in strict accordance with the law, ensuring

18.02.2026, 18:55
Construction of a Jewelry Center near TSUM in Bishkek "Hidden" from Curious Eyes
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Construction of a Jewelry Center near TSUM in Bishkek "Hidden" from Curious Eyes

It is unclear whether the discussion is about demolishing an extra floor or constructing a new one. On Chuy Avenue, near the Central Department Store, the construction of a new jewelry center is taking place, which is now hidden from the eyes of passersby. Local residents have reached out to the editorial office with this information. The site is fenced off with special film, which makes residents and guests of the capital wonder whether the third floor is being demolished at the instruction

18.02.2026, 18:24
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In the Chuy Region, 141 children under one year old died in 2025.

In 2025, 141 cases of death among children under one year old were registered in the Chui region. The Deputy Plenipotentiary Representative of the President in the region, Gulmira Kyshtobaeva, shared this information at the final board meeting. She noted that compared to 2024, the infant mortality rate decreased by 24 cases.

18.02.2026, 18:17
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"Smart Spotlight Lamps Are Being Installed in Bishkek"

In the capital, near the Bishkek Park shopping and entertainment center, work is underway to install new "smart" floodlight lamps. These devices combine architectural lighting, digital infrastructure, and energy-efficient technologies as part of a sponsored project by Project Vision Al, as reported by the press service of the Bishkek city administration. Employees of the municipal enterprise "Bishkeksvet" have already installed eight poles with floodlights for street

18.02.2026, 18:17
Former Commander of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Valerii Zaluzhnyi spoke about the reasons for the rift with Zelensky.
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Former Commander of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Valerii Zaluzhnyi spoke about the reasons for the rift with Zelensky.

In an interview with the Associated Press, former Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Valerii Zaluzhnyi shared details of the conflict with President Volodymyr Zelensky. According to the agency, Zaluzhnyi is often viewed as a potential rival to Zelensky in politics. Although he avoids discussions of his political ambitions, emphasizing the importance of national unity in wartime, in his recent interview he opened up for the first time about serious disagreements with the head of

18.02.2026, 17:53
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410 million soms in savings. The Ministry of Health plans to purchase medicines through UN mechanisms.

In the Kyrgyz Republic, the procurement of medications is planned to be carried out using UN mechanisms. The press service of the Ministry of Health reported that starting from 2026, the state enterprise "Kyrgyzpharmacia" will conduct centralized procurement of medicines and medical devices based on an approved list from the Ministry of Health. This year, part of the procurement will be carried out through the mechanisms of UN organizations. According to the department, the

18.02.2026, 17:46
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Call Center: Fines for Turning Without a No-Turn Sign on Akhunbaeva/Maldybaeva

A complaint was received at the Call Center Kaktus.media from a local resident regarding the actions of the traffic police officers. He stated: "For an hour, I observed how the inspector was stopping cars that were turning left at the intersection of Akhunbaev and Maldybaev, moving from east to west, that is, from Baytik Batyr Street to Aitmatov Avenue. Previously, there was a sign prohibiting left turns, and there was an arrow painted on the road indicating 'Straight Ahead.'

18.02.2026, 17:42
The Mayor of Bishkek Checked the Work of MP "Bishkekteploset"
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The Mayor of Bishkek Checked the Work of MP "Bishkekteploset"

On February 18, 2026, the mayor of the capital, Aibek Junushaliev, conducted an inspection of the municipal enterprise "Bishkekteploset," as reported by the city hall. During his visit, he toured Pumping Station No. 1, where he was shown the results of recent repair and technical work aimed at improving the reliability of heating supply. The mayor also examined the condition of old pipes that have been in use since 1985. According to the enterprise's data, 63 emergency

18.02.2026, 17:26
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Which classes will transition to the 12-year system in September, discussed at the Ministry of Education

A meeting dedicated to the main curriculum for the 2026/27 academic year was held at the Ministry of Education. During the discussion, key points regarding the transition of students in grades 3-8 from an 11-year educational program to a 12-year one were considered, as well as the specifics of hours and subjects for these grades and issues related to the integration of new approaches.

18.02.2026, 17:25
The President appointed new diplomatic representatives of Kyrgyzstan in Italy and the USA
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The President appointed new diplomatic representatives of Kyrgyzstan in Italy and the USA

One of the appointees will represent the country in the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations Sadyr Japarov, the President of the Kyrgyz Republic, signed decrees appointing new diplomats, the press service of the head of state reports. According to these documents, Ermek Omuraliev became the Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary Ambassador to Italy. He will also represent Kyrgyzstan in the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations, as well as in the World Food

18.02.2026, 17:20
Individual prostheses will be made for children with disabilities in Belovodsk and Sokuluk.
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Individual prostheses will be made for children with disabilities in Belovodsk and Sokuluk.

On February 18, 2026, a mobile team of medical technicians from the Republican Institution of Prosthetic and Orthopedic Products conducted a working trip to the Belovodsk Children's Psychoneurological Social Stationary Institution and the Sokuluk Rehabilitation Center, which serves children and individuals with disabilities, according to a pre-established schedule. This information was provided by the Ministry of Labor and Social Protection. During the visit, specialists conducted

18.02.2026, 17:16
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The Ministry of Health updates the rules for protecting the country from quarantine infections. Why is this necessary?

On the air of "Birinchi Radio," the Deputy Minister of Health of the Kyrgyz Republic, Ryspek Sydygaliev, and the head of the epidemiology department of the Republican Center for the Prevention and Control of Particularly Dangerous Quarantine Infections, Kubanychbek Bekturdiyev, explained why it is necessary to update the draft resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic "On the Approval of the Rules for the Sanitary Protection of the Territory of the Kyrgyz

18.02.2026, 17:13
In January 2026, 132 people received the status of qayrylman.
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In January 2026, 132 people received the status of qayrylman.

Photo of the Ministry of Labor, Social Security, and Migration. Kyrylmán Certificate 132 people acquired the status of kyrylmán in Kyrgyzstan in January 2026, as reported by the Ministry of Labor, Social Security, and Migration. Ethnic Kyrgyz returning to their historical homeland have the opportunity to take advantage of a simplified procedure for obtaining citizenship and various social guarantees. The status of "kyrylmán" is practically equivalent to the rights of citizens of the

18.02.2026, 17:08
During the heating season, there were 63 accidents on Bishkek's heating networks.
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During the heating season, there were 63 accidents on Bishkek's heating networks.

Photo from the press service of the mayor's office During an inspection of the municipal enterprise "Bishkekteploset," Mayor Aibek Junushaliev noted the number of emergency situations that occurred on the heating networks during the heating period. According to the enterprise, 63 accidents were recorded during the autumn-winter season. According to information from the press service of the mayor's office, 73 accidents were registered in 2024-2025, and 87 in 2023-2024.

18.02.2026, 17:07
Published a photo from the meeting of the elders with Kamchybek Tashiev and the mayor of Osh
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Published a photo from the meeting of the elders with Kamchybek Tashiev and the mayor of Osh

The photo features individuals who are already under arrest in connection with the case regarding the early presidential elections. A photograph capturing the meeting of scholars, politicians, and activists with the former head of the State Committee for National Security, Kamchybek Tashiev, and the mayor of Osh city, Jenishbek Toktorbaev, was posted on Kyrgyz social media platforms. Among those depicted in the photo are individuals who have already been arrested in connection with the early

18.02.2026, 17:07
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In the Suzak District, it was proposed to rename two villages — Safarovka and Oktyabrskoye

In the Suzak district, in the rural district of Bagysh, the renaming of two settlements may be initiated. This was reported by the head of the rural district, Nursultan Tügöybekov. According to Tügöybekov, at a recent public meeting, residents proposed changing the names of the villages Oktyabrskoye and Safarovka, and this was documented. “At meetings with residents, during budget hearings and public gatherings, we received urgent requests to change the names. This appeal was considered and

18.02.2026, 17:02
The probability of seeing a snow leopard during a tour in Kyrgyzstan reaches 90 percent
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The probability of seeing a snow leopard during a tour in Kyrgyzstan reaches 90 percent

Photo from the internet. Observing snow leopards has become a popular form of ecotourism in various countries Observing snow leopards has become an important aspect of ecotourism in many countries, such as India, Mongolia, China, and Pakistan. Inspired by this practice, the Snow Leopard Foundation in Kyrgyzstan, with the support of the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), successfully implemented the project "Snow Leopard Tours - A Key to Preserving Local Nature" in 2023.

18.02.2026, 16:57
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Life in the Regions: Valentina Kulmatova from Taraz Became Part of a Kyrgyz Family

Valentina Kulmatova, born in Kazakhstan, became the wife of Azizbek from Kyrgyzstan. In a conversation with a Turmush correspondent, Valentina shared that she was born in 1994 in Taraz (Kazakhstan) and is currently a citizen of Kyrgyzstan, residing in Bishkek. She graduated from the Academy of Tourism. Her father is Korean, and her mother is Russian. Her husband has a Kyrgyz father and a Dungan mother. Valentina and Azizbek have known each other since childhood, as they lived next door,

18.02.2026, 16:57
Modern "smart" projectors with Wi-Fi are being installed in Bishkek
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Modern "smart" projectors with Wi-Fi are being installed in Bishkek

Photo courtesy of the mayor's office The implementation of modern lighting technologies has begun in Bishkek. The mayor's office reported the installation of innovative "smart" projectors near the Bishkek Park shopping and entertainment center. These projectors, as noted by the mayor's office, combine the functions of architectural lighting, energy efficiency, and digital solutions as part of a sponsored project by Project Vision Al.

18.02.2026, 16:55
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In the Ak-Su District, 250 hectares of land will be converted to sprinkler irrigation.

In the Ak-Su district of the Issyk-Kul region, new technologies are actively being developed to address the problem of irrigation water shortage. This was reported by Nurzat Kaliev, the head of the local water management department. According to the provided information, the district has 400 hectares of irrigated land. This year, it is planned to convert 20 hectares to drip irrigation and 250 hectares to sprinkler irrigation. At the same time, work is underway to improve the irrigation water

18.02.2026, 16:55
Sadyr Japarov opened a new cable car in the Ala-Archa park
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Sadyr Japarov opened a new cable car in the Ala-Archa park

The cable car will provide access to picturesque corners of nature Today, February 18, a new cable car was inaugurated in the Ala-Archa National Nature Park in Bishkek, led by President Sadyr Japarov. According to Japarov, this cable car will become an important element for providing tourists access to hard-to-reach but incredibly beautiful places in the park. "With the completion of the second phase of the cable car construction, we will continue to develop the infrastructure of

18.02.2026, 16:45
"Smart Projectors Being Installed in Bishkek"
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"Smart Projectors Being Installed in Bishkek"

In the capital of Kyrgyzstan, Bishkek, the installation of "smart" projectors has begun. This was reported by the local city administration. The new projectors are located near the Bishkek Park shopping and entertainment center and combine architectural lighting, energy efficiency, and digital infrastructure as part of a sponsorship initiative by the company "Project Vision Al".

18.02.2026, 16:39
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Enhanced measures for ensuring passenger safety on the Bishkek—Kara-Balta highway

Security measures have been tightened on the Bishkek—Kara-Balta highway. According to the press service of the Road Traffic Safety Department (UOBDD) under the Main Internal Affairs Directorate of the Chui region, this highway passes through several districts, including Sokuluk, Moscow, and Jayil. In this regard, control over compliance with traffic rules has been significantly strengthened to enhance pedestrian safety.

18.02.2026, 16:27
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Breaking through the roof of a house, the predator made a den there and destroyed 50 turkeys overnight in Batken.

In the Batken region, in the Leilek district, an unusual event occurred: an animal listed in the Red Book destroyed the house of a local resident and killed 50 turkeys in one night. In the village of Internacional, located in the Kulundinsky ayil aimak, an unknown predator ruthlessly exterminated chickens and, as mentioned earlier, killed 50 turkeys belonging to a local resident. Moreover, it broke through the roof of a newly built house.

18.02.2026, 16:27
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On February 19, the railway crossing in Kainy will be closed.

On February 19, traffic will be temporarily halted at the unguarded railway crossing located on access road No. 220 from the station "Kainy." This crossing is situated at the intersection of 60 Years of October Street and Trudovoy Street. This was reported by the press service of "Kyrgyz Temir Zholu." Traffic restrictions will be in effect from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM due to repair work on the tracks.

18.02.2026, 16:18
Some Artists of the Abdymomunov National Drama Theater Live with Their Families in Warehouse Spaces
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Some Artists of the Abdymomunov National Drama Theater Live with Their Families in Warehouse Spaces

The difficult living conditions of the artists of the National Drama Theater named after Abdymomunov At a parliamentary meeting, deputy Mahabat Mavlyanova reported that some artists of the National Drama Theater named after Abdymomunov have been living for many years in conditions far from ideal, in storage facilities where theatrical equipment is kept. The deputy noted that she was able to personally familiarize herself with the living conditions of these artists, and they are indeed

18.02.2026, 16:11
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No intermediaries. They intend to save 410 million soms on drug purchases.

Since the beginning of this year, the state enterprise "Kyrgyzpharmacy" has started centralized procurement of medications and medical devices in accordance with the lists approved by the Ministry of Health. According to the ministry's press service, in 2026, part of the procurement is planned to be carried out through the mechanisms of UN organizations. It is expected to acquire about 30 different types of medicines and medical devices directly from manufacturers.

18.02.2026, 16:05
Ethnic Kyrgyz Complain About Population Registration Officials
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Ethnic Kyrgyz Complain About Population Registration Officials

Deputy of the Jogorku Kenesh Temirlan Aitiev drew attention to numerous appeals from ethnic Kyrgyz who moved to Kyrgyzstan regarding the work of state population registration authorities. He noted that these people face manifestations of discrimination and unequal treatment, despite the fact that simplified procedures for obtaining citizenship were created for them. This primarily concerns Kyrgyz who arrived from Tajikistan and Uzbekistan in 2022, leaving their home countries due to

18.02.2026, 15:58
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In the "Ala-Archa" Park, a cable car for tourists was officially opened

Today, February 18, the opening ceremony of the new cable car in the Ala-Archa Natural Park took place. President Sadyr Japarov delivered a welcoming speech. This cable car is 1 kilometer long and was built by the Austrian company Doppelmayr as part of an investment project. It is capable of serving up to 1,000 passengers per hour. Japarov also noted that the same company is involved in the construction of cable cars at the Ala-Tuu Resort ski complex.

18.02.2026, 15:44