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According to the latest UNESCO report on education monitoring for 2026, the number of children and adolescents not attending school reaches 273 million. The increase in this figure is associated with population growth, economic crises, and cuts in budget allocations. As reported by UN news, one in six children of school age is not receiving an education, and only 66% of students complete secondary education.
Famous director Peter Jackson has announced his intention to create another adaptation based on 'The Lord of the Rings'. The screenplay, titled 'The Lord of the Rings: Shadow of the Past', is being developed with the involvement of comedian Stephen Colbert, who became known for his work on CBS's The Late Show.
Azamat Shadmanov, the director of the Department of Drinking Water Supply and Sewerage Development, held a meeting with department heads involved in the implementation of state investments. The main topic of discussion was the plans for 2026 and the effective use of allocated funds. Meeting participants emphasized the importance of adhering to deadlines for project completion and achieving target indicators for providing the population with clean water.
The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) has officially announced the postponement of the draw for the final stage of the 2027 AFC Asian Cup. Originally, the event was scheduled to take place on April 11 in Riyadh, the capital of Saudi Arabia.
During their visit to Moscow, the deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh raised the issue that the tests for migrant children wishing to enroll in schools are too difficult. They proposed considering the possibility of simplifying them. The delegation led by Speaker Marlen Mamataliyev visited the "Maryina Roshcha" school, where they familiarized themselves with the testing process.
At the meeting of the Joint Board of Customs Services of the EAEU countries, Jandos Dyusenbiev, Chairman of the Committee for State Revenues of the Ministry of Finance of Kazakhstan, emphasized the importance of deepening cooperation and developing unified standards in customs administration. He drew attention to the wide range of issues discussed on the agenda, including the implementation of previously adopted decisions, classification of goods, development of law enforcement practices, as
The document emphasizes serious concern regarding the escalating tensions, which the organization believes have been provoked by external forces unrelated to the region. Parliamentarians noted that such actions pose a significant threat to international peace and security. The statement highlights the inadmissibility of the use of force and the threat of force against sovereign states.
In Kyrgyzstan, electronic registration of children for the first grade begins on April 1, according to the regulations of the Ministry of Education concerning the digital system "Electronic Registration of Children in State and Municipal Educational Institutions." The registration process will be carried out in two stages: The first stage will start on April 1 at 10:00 and will be intended for children registered at their place of residence in the neighborhood of the respective
In the Jalal-Abad region, specifically in the Suzak district, the implementation of the project for the asphalt paving of 7.25 kilometers of the Kara-Darya–Neftepom–Uch-Mazar–Dosh road has begun, according to information from the Ministry of Transport. Currently, preparatory work is being carried out, including the widening of the roadway and the preparation of the foundation for the new surface.
The agricultural census continues in the Jalal-Abad region, and the chairman of the National Statistical Committee, Baktybek Kudaybergenov, conducted an inspection of this process. This was reported by the committee's press service. During his visit, he met with Tilek Tekebaev, the authorized representative in the region, where they discussed the organizational aspects of the census, including the collection of information on sown areas, livestock numbers, land use structure, and key
According to information from TOLOnews, citing the Ministry of Industry and Trade of Afghanistan, the country is significantly increasing its trade turnover with Central Asian states. It is projected that by the end of 2025, the volume of trade operations will reach $2.6 billion. Meanwhile, exports of goods from Afghanistan have increased by 77% and amount to $216 million.
According to Open-Meteo, in Bishkek on March 26, at 09:30, the air temperature is +13°C. Wind: calm, from the west, at a speed of 1 m/s. Wind gusts reach 2 m/s. Clear.
A working meeting took place in Bishkek between Almambet Shykmamatov, the Chairman of the State Tax Service of the Kyrgyz Republic, and representatives of the Swiss company SICPA SA, known for its protective technologies and product traceability systems. This was reported by the press service of the State Tax Service. Present at the meeting were Philippe Amon, Chairman of the Board and CEO of SICPA SA, as well as Jean-Philippe Godin, Director of Strategic Development, and other company
The exhibition titled "The Fantastic World of Mikhail Bulgakov" will open on March 27 at the Ch. Aitmatov State National Russian Drama Theater, as reported by the institution's press service. This event is dedicated to the 135th anniversary of the birth of the famous writer M.A. Bulgakov and the 60th anniversary of the first publication of his renowned novel "The Master and Margarita".
The Baluch Rights Movement (BNM) has addressed the UN Human Rights Council, calling for urgent action regarding alleged human rights violations in Balochistan, as reported by Akashvani News. In this context, Pakistan is accused of using anti-terrorism laws to suppress dissent and exert pressure on the civilian population. At the 61st session of the UN Council in Geneva, BNM representative Mahra Baluch cited examples of enforced disappearances, extrajudicial killings, and restrictions on freedom
According to sources from Interfax, the Russian government is considering the possibility of reinstating a complete ban on gasoline exports. This discussion has arisen due to a sharp increase in fuel prices on the exchange, which was provoked by conflicts in the Middle East. Negotiations are underway regarding a ban that could last for at least a month, possibly even for an entire quarter. Similar measures were previously implemented in Russia in August 2022 and were only lifted on January 31,
Costa Rica has announced its readiness to accept migrants who are being deported from the USA. According to Reuters, the authorities of the two countries have signed a preliminary agreement under which Costa Rica will be able to accept up to 25 migrants each week, deported by the USA from other countries. Illustrative photo
The case is related to OJSC "Kyrgyzneftegaz" According to information from law enforcement agencies, Melis Turgunbaev, the former head of the National Bank, was detained after being questioned at the Ministry of Internal Affairs. It is believed that his arrest is connected to the activities of OJSC "Kyrgyzneftegaz," where he previously held key positions. Photo www
After his previous visit to the Ministry of Internal Affairs, he renounced his mandate. Former deputy of the Jogorku Kenesh Shairbek Tashiev has once again found himself being questioned, as reported by sources in the Ministry of Internal Affairs. The investigative questioning took place on March 25. It is worth noting that after his first questioning, Tashiev decided to give up his deputy mandate. We also remind that the day before, after being questioned at the police, former head of the
In an interview with Reuters, Zelensky noted that Washington is ready to approve these guarantees at a high level as soon as Ukraine meets the condition of withdrawing its military. He warned, however, that such a step could threaten the security of both Ukraine and Europe, as it would strengthen Russia's position in this strategically important region. The President of Ukraine also expressed the opinion that the current situation in the Middle East is influencing the actions of US
On March 26, the press service of the SBON of the Ministry of Internal Affairs reported the detention of suspects in drug trafficking. On March 19, two young individuals were detained in Bishkek: R.A.E., born in 1993, and A.S.K., born in 2004. They were found in possession of synthetic drugs wrapped in black tape. Additionally, they pointed out 14 locations where they had managed to establish drug caches.
Police officers in the city of Osh conducted an operation that resulted in the identification of a group of individuals suspected of extremist activities. This was reported by the press service of the city’s Internal Affairs Department. The activities took place as part of an operation called "Extremist." Searches were carried out in both the Osh and Kara-Suu districts, in four different residential houses.
In Karakol, the court has completed the proceedings in the case of the theft of a driver's license issued in the name of another person, which, as it turned out, belonged to the former chairman of the State Committee for National Security (GKNB) of Kyrgyzstan. According to data from the State Register of Judicial Acts, charges were brought against Talant [name changed T.D.T.], who, despite having the means to lead a lawful life, committed a crime against the order of governance.
At the Academy of the State National Security Committee of the Kyrgyz Republic, a round table was held on the topic: "Features of the operational situation in the fight against international terrorism and religious extremism in Kyrgyzstan at the present time. How crises in the Middle East affect the religious situation in the country: trends and forecasts for the medium and long term." According to the press service of the agency, specialists from the Anti-Terrorism Center, the Main
On March 24, Deputy Prime Minister Erlis Akunbekov held a meeting dedicated to the petition for the implementation of a railway project connecting China, Kyrgyzstan, and Uzbekistan.
The exhibition titled "The Fantastic World of Mikhail Bulgakov" will open on March 27 at the State National Russian Drama Theater named after Ch. Aitmatov, located at 122 Tynystanova Street. This is reported in a press release received by the editorial office. The event will be organized by Russian historian and educator Anna Esparsa, who will present materials dedicated to the anniversaries of the writer.
Witnesses in the Sokuluk district observed an unusual "knightly" duel between pheasants, representatives of Turmush reported. “At the edge of the road, two male pheasants engaged in a tense battle that resembled a knightly tournament. They made numerous feints, like true fencers, trying to confuse each other. Their plumage ruffled, and they attempted to appear more imposing to psychologically intimidate their opponent. In the end, one of them couldn’t handle the pressure and fled into
The article was prepared by K-News. Permission from the editorial office is required to use the materials. Vladimir Putin, the President of Russia, has issued a decree that imposes a ban on the export of cash from the country to EAEU states in amounts exceeding 100,000 dollars. This restriction will come into effect starting in April of this year.
The implementation of the support program for sewing entrepreneurs through preferential lending continues in Kyrgyzstan. This was reported on March 25 in an interview on Birinchi Radio by Bakyt Sydykov, the Minister of Economy and Commerce of the country. According to him, financing is provided by two state banks, and the amount of allocated funds is close to 1 billion soms.
As part of the Academy of the State Committee for National Security, a round table was held dedicated to issues of combating international terrorism and religious extremism. Representatives from the Anti-Terrorism Center, as well as relevant divisions of the State Committee for National Security, such as the counter-terrorism department, intelligence, and counterintelligence, along with specialists from territorial bodies, participated in this event.
Sara Malalli is the first female archbishop. Photo by Victoria Jones / Shutterstock. A significant event has occurred in the history of the Church of England: Sara Malalli has been appointed Archbishop of Canterbury, making her the first woman to hold this position. The official inauguration took place in 2026. According to information from Reuters, Malalli was legally confirmed on January 28, 2026, becoming the 106th Archbishop of Canterbury since the 6th century and the first woman to hold
The material is provided by K-News. Full or partial reproduction is only possible with the permission of the K-News editorial office. At a meeting held between the chairman of the State Tax Service of Kyrgyzstan, Alambet Shykmamatov, and the management of the Swiss technology company SICPA SA, issues of cooperation in the development of product traceability systems were discussed.
In the eastern part of the Chui region, meetings between government representatives and citizens are taking place, as reported by Turmush correspondent. These events are organized in accordance with the instructions of the President of Kyrgyzstan, Sadyr Japarov, aimed at improving interaction with the population and qualitatively addressing their complaints and requests.
The Prosecutor's Office of the Issyk-Kul District conducted an inspection, during which serious violations were identified in the Toru-Aygyr-Tamchy rural administration and the Issyk-Kul forestry. This was reported by the press service of the General Prosecutor's Office. It was found that the funds owed for damage to forest resources, as well as compensation for agricultural losses and lost profits, were not timely transferred to the budget. After the prosecutor's act was
According to the results of the UNESCO Global Education Monitoring Report for 2026, the number of children and youth not attending school has increased to 273 million. The main factors driving this growth are crises, poverty, and population growth. Details are provided by the UN News Service. However, a number of countries are demonstrating significant progress, highlighting the importance of considering national specifics when formulating educational policies and targets.
In Karakol, the construction of a modern wastewater treatment plant is actively underway, which is expected to start operating in August 2026. The project is supported by the Asian Development Bank, as reported by the press service of the city administration. The main goal of this project is to improve the environmental situation in the region, enhance the quality of urban infrastructure, and ensure safe conditions for local residents. The project includes two phases. The first phase, which
The detention of Melis Turgunbaev, the former chairman of the National Bank of Kyrgyzstan, became known from sources in the law enforcement agencies, who shared the information with the editorial staff of Kaktus.media. According to available information, on March 25, employees of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Kyrgyzstan invited Turgunbaev for questioning as a witness in a case related to "Kyrgyzneftegaz".
Currently, more than 5,000 people and over 5,600 units of equipment are involved in the construction. This information was provided during a meeting between the Deputy Prime Minister of the Kyrgyz Republic, Erlis Akunbekov, and representatives of the contracting organization working on this project. Representatives from the Ministry of Transport and Communications, the state enterprise "Kyrgyz Temir Zholu," and the joint railway company "China – Kyrgyzstan – Uzbekistan" also
At an extended meeting organized by the Ministry of Science, Higher Education, and Innovations, current issues regarding the reform of the higher education system in Kyrgyzstan were discussed. According to the ministry's press service, the event was attended by deputy ministers responsible for various areas, as well as representatives from structural divisions. University rectors from the regions were able to join the discussion online.
The article was prepared by K-News. Copying and partial use are only possible with the permission of the K-News editorial office. A check conducted by the Prosecutor's Office of the Issyk-Kul region revealed violations in the area of compliance with the Land and Forest Codes of Kyrgyzstan, as well as the law "On Environmental Protection." The inspection covered the Toru-Aygyr-Tamchyin rural administration and the Issyk-Kul Forestry, which is under the jurisdiction of the Ministry
During his working trip to the Issyk-Kul region, Deputy Minister of Emergency Situations Azamat Mambetov familiarized himself with the construction process of two new fire and rescue units located in the villages of Ak-Suu and Kadzhi-Sai in the Ak-Suu district. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Emergency Situations. The construction of these modern units in the Issyk-Kul region is in its final stages.
Starting April 1, parents in Kyrgyzstan will have the opportunity to enroll their children in the first grade through an electronic system. The Ministry of Education has decided to implement the digital platform "Electronic Enrollment of Children in State and Municipal Schools" for the 2026/27 academic year. Children born between January 1 and December 31, 2019, as well as in 2020, will be eligible to enter the first grade.
The material was prepared by K-News. Full or partial reproduction is only possible with the permission of the K-News editorial office. According to Kaktus.media, the former head of the National Bank of the Kyrgyz Republic, Melis Turgunbaev, has been arrested. Yesterday, March 26, he was summoned to the Ministry of Internal Affairs as a witness in the investigation of the "Kyrgyzneftegaz" case. After being interrogated, Turgunbaev was placed in the temporary detention facility of the
The satellite image shows the Iranian island of Kharg on March 11, 2026, before the American strikes on the island. In recent weeks, Iran has been increasing its military presence and installing air defense systems on Kharg Island in preparation for a potential operation by the United States. This was reported by CNN, citing its sources. According to information, the Trump administration is considering deploying U.S. troops to seize this small island in the northeastern Persian Gulf, which is
Kaldan Ernazarova, director of the NGO "Institute for the Development of Public Relations in Central Asian Countries," noted in an interview for the Telegram channel "UNBREAKABLE" that the selective approach of international organizations and the crisis of trust in justice negatively affect the reputation of the UN and the International Criminal Court (ICC).
The Prosecutor's Office of the Issyk-Kul District managed to recover over 17.4 million soms for the state budget due to environmental damage. These violations were discovered during an inspection conducted regarding local self-government bodies and forestry, as confirmed by the press service of the General Prosecutor's Office. During the inspection, which covered the Toru-Ayghyr-Tamchy rural administration and the Issyk-Kul forestry, it was revealed that payments for damage caused to
The condition of teeth has a direct impact on a person's overall health; however, many continue to perceive oral care as something insignificant. Improper chewing, bacterial growth, and inflammatory processes can lead to serious problems with the stomach and other organs. In an interview with our publication VB.KG, dentist Turatbek Bakirov spoke about proper dental care, common mistakes, and the importance of oral hygiene from an early age.
