The referee team from Kyrgyzstan successfully officiated the playoff match of the second Asian Champions League in football. Under the leadership of chief referee Mederbek Taychiev, the officiating crew was assigned to the Round of 16 match between the Australian club "Macarthur" and the Thai "Bangkok United".
As part of the signing, a project was presented that will assist 17,000 small farmers from the Batken, Jalal-Abad, and Osh regions. The Japanese government has allocated 4.5 million US dollars for the implementation of the program. The project aims to improve food security and the standard of living in regions most affected by climate change, with a focus on supporting women through cooperatives and mutual aid groups. Attending the event were Deputy Minister Mirbek Duyyshev, the Extraordinary
In the Chui Region, the enforcement proceedings for the recovery of alimony totaling 572 thousand soms have been successfully completed. This information was provided by the Service of Judicial Executors. According to the data, the enforcement proceedings concerned the debtor T.N.T. and covered the period from January 17, 2020, to February 9, 2026, in the Sokuluk District Department of the Service of Judicial Executors of the Chui Region.
In the village of Luxembourg, owners of illegal trade pavilions have been instructed to dismantle their structures within a week. As noted by the city administration of Kant, an inspection was carried out in the village of Luxembourg. As a result, owners of trade pavilions on the front line were advised to dismantle their structures within one week. If the requirements are not met, the city administration will take on the responsibility for dismantling, acting in accordance with the law.
Employees of the Drug Control Service in the city of Osh conducted a successful operation targeting an organized crime group involved in the large-scale sale of Afghan-produced drugs. During a search of a Daewoo Nexia car belonging to a citizen S.O.B., born in 1995, 101 grams of hashish and 155,000 soms were discovered. These items were included in the case as physical evidence.
In Kyrgyzstan, registration for the Nationwide Testing (ORT) has begun, which underwent some changes in 2026. What innovations can applicants expect, and what documents will be needed to participate? Registration Process for the Test Applicants can register for the testing through the updated platform on the website of the Center for Educational Assessment and Learning Methods (COOMO) at
Illustrative photo The incident occurred on February 19, and as a result of the aviation accident, one of the pilots lost their life. According to military sources, rescue services were immediately dispatched to the scene to carry out the necessary operations. The causes of the crash are currently being investigated.
The premiere of the play "Medea" based on the work of Nina Mazur will take place on the stage of the Bishkek City Dramatic Theater named after A. Umuraliev on February 27, 28, and March 1. Dinara Abdykadyrova in the solo performance "Medea". Photo by the press service of the Bishkek City Dramatic Theater. Dinara Abdykadyrova in the solo performance "Medea". Photo by the press service of the Bishkek City Dramatic Theater. Dinara Abdykadyrova in the solo performance
First Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers Danyar Amangeldiev commented that "the participation of Alexey Shirshov in working meetings with the Minister of Energy of Russia Sergey Tsivilev and representatives of 'RusHydro' is solely based on the pragmatic interests of the state and the necessity for professional support in the complex negotiation process," he said in an interview with Kaktus.media. Recently, a meeting took place in Moscow, which, in addition to Sergey
As part of this operation, covering all 50 states, more than 1,400 inspections were conducted with the participation of over 300 inspectors. As a result, many training centers that did not meet the established standards of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) were identified. Many of them used fake addresses, lacked qualified instructors, or did not teach drivers important rules, such as transporting hazardous materials. Some educational institutions even admitted that they
As a result of a recent raid in Bishkek, three vehicles were recorded whose emissions exceed the established norms by more than 50%. This was reported by the Ministry of Natural Resources, Ecology, and Technical Supervision of the Kyrgyz Republic. Based on Article 234 of the KR Code "On Offenses," three protocols were drawn up against the owners of these vehicles, and the total amount of fines amounted to 22,500 soms.
In addition, before the start of the work, explanatory work was carried out among the owners to ensure they understood the necessity of eliminating violations. The Chuy regional office of state architectural and construction control will continue to monitor the quality of construction work in the Chuy region and urges all participants in construction activities to strictly adhere to safety standards and regulations, as reported by the Ministry of Construction. As a result of these activities,
- As part of the agricultural forum "Agrodialog," which took place on February 20, Turusbek Matiyev, the director of a company in the field of agrologistics, shared information about a new technology for acoustic freezing. This technology promises not only to extend the shelf life of agricultural products but also to enhance their export potential. According to Matiyev, this technology allows for freezing products without damaging their cellular structure. This is a key factor in
Starting from November 2026, Uzbekistan will implement an experiment to introduce a panel of people's representatives. In Tashkent and its region, criminal cases related to particularly serious crimes will be considered with the participation of jurors, made possible by a new decree signed by the president.
On February 18, a meeting of the organizing committee took place in Bishkek, where the preparation for the First Youth Delphic Games of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization was discussed. This event was held under the leadership of Mayor Aibek Junushaliev with the participation of Vladimir Ponyavin, the director of the International Delphic Committee. According to reports, the committee members discussed the progress of the preparation, organizational aspects, and issues of international
The National Bank of Kyrgyzstan has updated the resolution adopted by the board on December 13, 2024, regarding the temporary permit for banks to export worn-out dollars in cash. According to the new decision, the validity period of this permit has been extended: it will now be in effect until September 1, 2026, instead of the originally set March 1, 2026. Thus, commercial banks in the country will be able to continue exporting worn-out dollars for another six months.
As of today, there are 1567 buses operating on routes in Bishkek. An additional purchase of 625 new 8-meter models is planned. This was reported by Ulanbek Beyshenbaev, the director of the Department of Transport and Development of Road Transport Infrastructure of the capital's mayor's office. According to Beyshenbaev, among the operating buses, 350 units are 12-meter models, while the rest are 10.5-meter models. These buses are classified as high-capacity, which is relevant for
Employees of the Bishkek GUV reported the arrest of a suspect in a fraud case. The incident occurred when a 77-year-old pensioner contacted the police in December 2025. According to the woman, she received a call from unknown individuals who introduced themselves as law enforcement officers and forced her to transfer 850,000 soms.
In Batken, in the Chett-Bulak area, there is a shortage of public transport. According to local residents, there are only three buses operating in the city, which, despite the frequency of their routes, cannot cope with the flow of passengers. This problem has been discussed for a long time, but no new buses have appeared in the city. “The situation becomes especially critical with the start of the school year. In the morning, schoolchildren head to educational institutions, while adults go to
During a recent meeting between the Minister of Health of the Kyrgyz Republic Kanbek Dosmambetov and the UN Development Programme (UNDP) Resident Representative in the country, Alexandra Solovyova, the main priorities regarding the development of the healthcare system until 2030 were discussed. According to the Ministry of Health, emphasis was placed on key aspects such as strengthening the institutional structure of healthcare, developing human capital, digitizing medical services, and
A meeting of the organizational committee took place at the Bishkek City Hall, dedicated to the preparations for the first youth Delphi Games, which will be organized for the member states of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization. During the meeting, it was noted that all preparatory stages are being carried out in accordance with the previously approved plan. Currently, teams from the participating countries are being formed, which are at the stage of final confirmation.
- The National Bank presents for public discussion the draft of a new resolution “On Amendments to Certain Regulatory Legal Acts of the National Bank of the Kyrgyz Republic” The purpose of this project is to create equal conditions for traditional and financial institutions engaged in banking activities based on Islamic principles in the following aspects:
// Reuters The police reported that 66-year-old Andrew was released "under investigation" after being arrested on suspicion of misconduct in connection with his public service. This means that the investigation is ongoing, and he has not been formally charged at this time. In a morning statement, law enforcement did not name Andrew; it only mentioned the detention of a man over 60 years old. Searches were also conducted at two addresses related to the case during the investigation.
Illich Kulnazarov, spokesperson for the State Insurance Organization, announced the start of an active information campaign related to the approach of spring.
In Bishkek, a case of fraud occurred in which a pensioner lost a significant amount of money. The criminals, posing as law enforcement officers, deceitfully took her savings.
So far, there have been no comments regarding Shirshov's appearance at the Ministry of Energy and the Cabinet of Ministers. A recent meeting dedicated to the issues of the Upper Naryn cascade of hydropower plants attracted attention due to the participation of Alexey Shirshov, who previously held the position of finance director at OJSC "Severelektro" and headed OJSC "TNK Dastan." Information about this appeared on the website of the Ministry of Energy of Russia,
Dölgoon Bayasgalan (Magnolian) In this interview, we will meet a young Mongolian artist who shares his story about how he managed to achieve popularity in his homeland and step onto the international stage, as well as talk about the process of writing his songs. About ten years ago, a small presentation of his six-track album "Famous Men" took place at Hi-Fi Records. One of the songs, "The Bride and the Bachelor," was later used in the popular Netflix series "Outer
In 2026, the Batken Electric Company plans to replace 8,772 insulators used on overhead power lines with voltages of 220/110/35 kV. According to the company's information, the following replacements are scheduled for 2026:
A meeting was held in Bishkek between the Special Representative of the President of the Kyrgyz Republic for Mountain Policy, Dinara Kemelova, and Volker Frobarth, the head of the OSCE Program Office. This was reported by the presidential administration. During the conversation, the parties discussed plans for the current year, as well as the possibility of conducting joint events related to the mountain agenda in various regions of the country.
In connection with outstanding achievements in the field of foreign policy and many years of active work in international relations, the title of Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary Ambassador was awarded to the following individuals: Battsereg Batmunkh, Minister of Foreign Affairs; Bathishig Badamdorj, veteran of the diplomatic service; Bayarkhuu Dashdorj, veteran of the diplomatic service; Mundagbaatar Luvsandorj, veteran of the diplomatic service; Bayarkhuu Dorj, Ambassador of Mongolia to
Currently, the police are investigating possible connections of the detainee with other similar crimes. A citizen suspected of fraudulent activities related to the sale of an apartment in the residential complex "Nova City" has been detained in Bishkek. This information was provided by the Main Internal Affairs Directorate. The investigation established that 43-year-old U.T. fraudulently obtained 284,267 dollars from the victim from October 2020 to February 2024, posing as a
In Moscow, a significant amount of snow has fallen again, leading to the establishment of a new record, surpassing the figures from 1970. The data was provided by Russian meteorologist Mikhail Leus, who reported that the VDNH weather station recorded 21 mm of precipitation in one day, which is 49% of the February monthly norm. Photo by "Roscosmos"
Another meeting of the Basin Council took place in Naryn, where key participants included experts and government officials. The focus was on the water resource management strategy, as well as the basin principle outlined in the Water Code of the Kyrgyz Republic. This approach suggests that a river should be viewed as a single ecosystem organism, regardless of administrative boundaries.
At the forum "AgroDialog-2026," taking place in Bishkek, agricultural expert Manas Samatov noted that students of the Agrarian University are actively using new scientific materials in the Kyrgyz language. They are eager to implement scientific approaches in agribusiness and agricultural production. Samatov proposed organizing similar events in each region in the spring in the format of a "Field Day," and in the autumn to hold a "Harvest Day."
Athlete from Kyrgyzstan Kiamran Abbasov (24-7) is preparing for his next fight, which will take place in Russia. He will participate in the main event of the Fight Nights 134 tournament, scheduled for February 20 in Sochi.
Eric Dane. Photo by Getty Images. Eric Dane, an American actor known for his significant roles in the series "Grey's Anatomy" and "Euphoria," passed away on February 19, 2026. The cause of death was a severe illness - amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), also known as Lou Gehrig's disease. The actor battled this ailment for nearly a year after being diagnosed in 2025. In the final days of his life, Dane was surrounded by loved ones: family and friends, as well as
The football club "Muras United," representing Manas, held another match as part of its training camp in Turkey. On February 19, the team, which is in second place in Kyrgyzstan, faced "Ordabasy," which finished sixth in the Kazakhstan Premier League last season.
According to local authorities, a UAZ-452 minibus, driven by a man named O.B., was traveling from the Khangai somon to the Renchinlkhumbey somon with seven passengers when it fell through a crack in the ice in the Khachim area of the Dalai-Zakh region. This incident occurred approximately 170 kilometers north of the center of Renchinlkhumbey somon, 70 kilometers from the village of Khatgal, and 62 kilometers east of Renchinlkhumbey. Emergency services received reports of the incident at 20:16.
The National Bank of Kyrgyzstan has updated the data on the official exchange rates of foreign currencies against the som as of February 20. According to the regulator, the following rates have been established:
The Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry, in collaboration with the United Nations World Food Programme, has announced the launch of a new project aimed at creating a climate-resilient agricultural value chain. According to information from the Ministry of Agriculture, the project is being implemented with financial assistance from the Government of Japan. The signing of the agreement took place at the Kyrgyz National Agrarian University during the
- Innovations have been introduced in Kyrgyzstan's pesticide and agrochemical registration procedure, making it more accessible. Changes were made to the government resolution dated July 1, 2013, No. 390.
From February 27 to 28 and on March 1, the long-awaited premiere of the solo performance "Medea" will take place at the A. Umuraliev Bishkek Drama Theater. According to the theater's press service, this work, based on a play by Nina Mazur, represents a confession of a woman who experiences extreme emotions due to love, betrayal, and loneliness. In the performance by the outstanding actress, Honored Artist of the Kyrgyz Republic Dinara Abdykadyrova, the ancient story takes on a
Illustrative photo This document emphasizes that the increased number of attacks and forced displacements appear to be aimed at creating conditions for the irreversible expulsion of Palestinians from the occupied territories. The report covers the period from November 1, 2024, to October 31, 2025. The authors of the report hold Israel responsible for serious human rights violations, including the intention to effect demographic changes in Gaza through the systematic destruction of urban areas
In his document, Trump stated: “I am extending for one year the state of emergency declared in Executive Order No. 13660.” This order was issued by his predecessor, Barack Obama, on March 6, 2014. The state of emergency allows for the freezing of assets of individuals and legal entities that, according to Washington, are responsible for “undermining democratic processes and institutions in Ukraine,” as well as for threatening its peace and territorial integrity. Since the imposition of
The President of Kyrgyzstan, Sadyr Japarov, has signed a decree on the implementation of the National Football Development Program for the period from 2026 to 2034. The main goal of this document is to create favorable conditions for mass participation in football, improve the qualifications of players, and instill a culture of healthy lifestyles among the youth.
At a meeting of the permanent commission of the Bishkek City Council on municipal property issues, Deputy Kazybek Ergeshov raised the issue of increasing rent for land and tariffs at the capital's municipal markets. He noted that the actions of local authorities are unjustified and create an excessive burden for small and medium-sized enterprises.
Photo from the internet. The Russian ruble and the Kazakh tenge have slightly slowed their growth, but the strengthening continues As of February 20, the official exchange rates of the Russian ruble and the Kazakh tenge have recorded growth, reaching their annual highs. At the same time, the euro is showing a decline, while the US dollar and the Chinese yuan have remained at previous levels. This data is provided by the National Bank of Kyrgyzstan and exchange points in Bishkek. US Dollar
According to meteorological service data, cloudy weather is expected in the western and central aimags from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM on February 20, 2026, while other regions will experience variable cloudiness. At night, snowfall and blizzards are possible in the western and northern parts of the western aimags, as well as in the northern parts of the central aimags, while during the day, precipitation is expected in most areas of the western and central aimags, as well as in the northern parts of
