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In Bishkek, teachers will be trained in national Turkic games
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In Bishkek, teachers will be trained in national Turkic games

In Bishkek, on March 2, a series of training events for educators began as part of the festival of children's games of the Turkic world. According to the Ministry of Education, this event aims to promote traditional games for children, deepen cultural ties between children from Turkic countries, and create a common archive of children's games. Thirty educators and teachers from Kyrgyzstan are participating in the training, along with Nurzida Kasymova, head of the preschool education

02.03.2026, 13:05
Economy

In southern Kyrgyzstan, agricultural work is actively underway. Figures

According to forecasts, the total area of agricultural crop sowing in Kyrgyzstan by 2026 will amount to 1,250 thousand hectares, including 818 thousand hectares of irrigated land and 432 thousand hectares of rain-fed land. For comparison, in 2025 this figure was 1,245.6 thousand hectares, reports the press service of the Ministry of Water Management and Agriculture. As of February 27, 2026, work on plowing and sowing is actively underway in the republic:

02.03.2026, 12:57
Local news

AI news anchors will cover the work of the Jogorku Kenesh.

A new artificial intelligence-based system has been implemented in the Jogorku Kenesh, which will focus on covering parliamentary activities and providing up-to-date information about the work of deputies. According to information from the press service of the Jogorku Kenesh, "hosts" named Myrza M legislation and Aiyum Kenesh will create video materials and informational texts related to the issues being discussed, thereby informing the public about the actions of parliamentarians.

02.03.2026, 12:57
Israel announced the start of an operation against "Hezbollah" in Lebanon
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Israel announced the start of an operation against "Hezbollah" in Lebanon

Eyal Zamir The IDF expects the operation to last several days, as noted by journalists from the Times of Israel, citing Zamir's words. Last night, the IDF press service reported that "Hezbollah" had activated in the military conflict, supporting Iran, and launched a missile strike on Israeli territory. In response, the IDF began attacking targets in Lebanese territory. Eyal Zamir ordered preparations for continuous offensive and defensive actions. The Lebanese Ministry of Health

02.03.2026, 12:55
In Kyrgyzstan, educational books worth over 856 million soms were published in 2025
Local news

In Kyrgyzstan, educational books worth over 856 million soms were published in 2025

The total number of published educational materials in the country has exceeded 4 million copies. Deputy Minister of Education Nadira Jusupbekova reported at a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh Committee on Science and Education about the allocation of 856 million 548 thousand soms for printing educational books in 2025. She noted that in 2020, only 120 million soms were allocated for these purposes, while in 2025, funding has significantly increased. If in 2020 more than 330 thousand textbooks

02.03.2026, 12:54
The Housing Committee approved the venture financing law in the first reading.
Economy / Exclusive

The Housing Committee approved the venture financing law in the first reading.

The Committee on Science, Education, Innovative Development, and Information Technologies, as well as Youth Affairs of the Jogorku Kenesh of the Kyrgyz Republic held a meeting where a draft law concerning venture financing was reviewed and approved. This decision was made in the first reading. The initiator of this draft law was the Cabinet of Ministers. Deputy Head of the National Investment Agency, Zhalyn Zheenaliev, emphasized that the goal of the draft law is to improve the investment

02.03.2026, 12:52
Local news

Strengthening the Family. A Mobile Application "Manas Code" Developed in Kyrgyzstan

A new mobile application called "Manas Code" has been created in Kyrgyzstan, aimed at strengthening family ties. This was reported by Deputy Minister of Education Nadira Jusupbekova at a meeting of the committee of the Jogorku Kenesh, which deals with science, education, innovation, culture, and youth affairs. According to Jusupbekova, in recent years there has been a trend of weakening connections between parents and children in families, which negatively affects the upbringing of

02.03.2026, 12:52
Kyrgyzstan Citizens Warned About Risks in Pakistan Regions – Recommendations and Contacts
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Kyrgyzstan Citizens Warned About Risks in Pakistan Regions – Recommendations and Contacts

The Embassy of the Kyrgyz Republic in Pakistan reports an unstable situation in several areas of the country. Protests are taking place in some regions, and armed clashes continue in border areas with Afghanistan. There is also a high threat of terrorist acts. In light of the above, citizens of Kyrgyzstan are strongly advised to avoid areas where hostilities are taking place, as well as places with large gatherings of people. Caution should be exercised in public places, and individuals should

02.03.2026, 12:49
Ecology

In 2025, the Ministry of Natural Resources identified over 500 violations, with a total amount of imposed fines reaching 3.9 million soms.

In 2025, 42 inspections and 561 raids were conducted in the field of flora and fauna protection, reported the press center of the Ministry of Natural Resources at the end of the year. As a result of the inspections, 567 violations were identified, leading to fines totaling 3,907,500 soms. Of this amount, 3,594,500 soms were collected.

02.03.2026, 12:48
Exclusive

The deputy is interested in the number of business angels in Kyrgyzstan

- During the meeting of the Committee of the Jogorku Kenesh, held on March 2, 2026, deputy Toktobubu Ashymbaeva expressed interest in the number of business angels operating in Kyrgyzstan. She also asked questions about the creation of venture funds and measures to support startups that are developing based on higher education.

02.03.2026, 12:47
Local news

The Sun has entered a state of depression. What does this mean?

According to the press service of the Solar Astronomy Laboratory of IKI and ISZF RAS, solar activity continues to decline, indicating that the star is returning to a state of depression. The statement notes that even the appearance of two active groups could not change this trend: "The Sun currently has minimal activity, but it is insignificant." Scientists also reported that active center 4366, which three weeks ago produced six powerful X-class flares, has now completely exhausted

02.03.2026, 12:47
Local news / Exclusive

KNIА "Kabar" Implements AI in the News Creation Process

The Kyrgyz National Information Agency "Kabar" is actively promoting artificial intelligence (AI) technologies as part of its digitalization efforts. One of the significant innovations has been the creation of a virtual AI news anchor, which will present important news summaries. This digital announcer is capable of quickly voicing key events both in Kyrgyzstan and on the international stage.

02.03.2026, 12:44
Masoud Pezeshkian: Iran Has the Right to Avenge Ali Khamenei
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Masoud Pezeshkian: Iran Has the Right to Avenge Ali Khamenei

Masoud Pezeshkian, the President of Iran, emphasized in an official statement that Tehran considers it its "inalienable duty and right" to take retaliatory measures against those who organized and carried out the assassination of the country's Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. This was reported by France 24.

02.03.2026, 12:42
Education news

The Ministry of Education named the regions with the highest levels of violence in schools. Map

At the meeting of the committee of the Jogorku Kenesh on March 2, Deputy Minister of Education Nadirа Jusupbekova reported that the highest number of cases of violence in educational institutions is observed in densely populated regions such as Bishkek, Chui region, the city of Osh, as well as Osh and Batken regions. According to Jusupbekova, the data was obtained during a study that created a map of the prevalence of violence in educational institutions. The results showed that instances of

02.03.2026, 12:30
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The Committee of the Jogorku Kenesh rejected the bill "On Amending the Law 'On Advertising'" in the first reading

Author of the material: K-News. Copying and partial use is only possible with the permission of the K-News editorial office. Today, March 2, the Committee of the Jogorku Kenesh of the Kyrgyz Republic, responsible for science, education, innovative development, information technology, as well as culture, sports, and youth affairs, reviewed and rejected the proposed bill "On Amending the Law of the Kyrgyz Republic 'On Advertising'" in the first reading.

02.03.2026, 12:30
A modern youth technical station with an observatory and a karting track is being built in Bishkek
Local news

A modern youth technical station with an observatory and a karting track is being built in Bishkek

Photo courtesy of the mayor's office The construction of a new educational center for young technicians is ongoing at 144 Leo Tolstoy Street in Bishkek. The five-story building, with a total area of over 2,500 square meters, will include an astronomical observatory, a conference hall, a museum, and specialized areas for children's technical creativity. The project is commissioned by the capital construction department, according to information provided by the mayor's office

02.03.2026, 12:25
DUMK to Introduce a 9% Commission for Pilgrims
Local news

DUMK to Introduce a 9% Commission for Pilgrims

This will help increase the salaries of imams. The Spiritual Administration of Muslims of Kyrgyzstan has announced the introduction of a 9% commission for citizens performing Umrah. This decision was the result of discussions with community representatives and is aimed at raising the salaries of imams, as reported by the Spiritual Administration. The muftiate noted that the issue of financing religious institutions was raised at the People's Kurultai in December 2024. However, due to the

02.03.2026, 12:24
A new administrative building for the Ministry of Construction will be built in the Naryn region.
Local news / Exclusive

A new administrative building for the Ministry of Construction will be built in the Naryn region.

Construction of a new three-story administrative building for the Ministry of Construction, Architecture, and Housing and Communal Services has begun in Naryn. According to the ministry, the total area of the new building will be 950 square meters, and it will meet modern architectural standards, providing comfortable working conditions for employees and convenience for citizens.

02.03.2026, 12:24
"Kyrgyz Temir Zholu" transitions to contactless customer service
Local news / Exclusive

"Kyrgyz Temir Zholu" transitions to contactless customer service

The railway company "Kyrgyz Temir Zholu" is launching the implementation of a new digital solution — "Unified Model of the Transportation Process." According to the company's press service, this system integrates all stages of cargo transportation into one software. Now all operations, starting from the acceptance of wagons at the Turksib station and ending with their transfer, will be automated, which will significantly simplify the work, — the official statement

02.03.2026, 12:22
Local news

National Research. Regions with the Highest Levels of Violence in Schools Identified

At a meeting of the committee of the Jogorku Kenesh, which deals with issues of science, education, and youth policy, Deputy Minister of Education Nadira Jusupbekova presented the results of a study on violence in schools. According to her, until recently, there had been no extensive research conducted in Kyrgyzstan regarding the level of violence and offenses in educational institutions. "In 2025, the first large-scale study of this kind was carried out. The results showed that the

02.03.2026, 12:18
GIK: The belief that transferring apartments automatically moves the queue is mistaken
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GIK: The belief that transferring apartments automatically moves the queue is mistaken

50% of mortgage apartments in Kyrgyzstan will be provided through shared construction The head of the sales department of the State Mortgage Company (GIK) Kylchbek Keldibekov reported that about half of all new mortgage apartments that will be put into operation will be provided through the mechanism of shared construction. He emphasized that the opinion that the transfer of one thousand apartments automatically speeds up the queue by a thousand people is erroneous. "Citizens without

02.03.2026, 12:18
The oil refinery in Kara-Balta will be modernized by August 2026.
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The oil refinery in Kara-Balta will be modernized by August 2026.

Employees of the National Investment Agency, in cooperation with representatives from the Ministry of Economy and Commerce, the Kara-Balta City Hall, and the Akbashat District Administration, visited the oil refinery of the company "China Petrol Company Junda". The purpose of the visit was to assess the progress of the plant's modernization. This meeting took place at the official invitation of the company and its investor, the Chinese Shaanxi Coal and Chemical Corporation, to

02.03.2026, 12:17
Over five years, spending on school textbooks has increased from 120 million to 806 million soms - Ministry of Education
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Over five years, spending on school textbooks has increased from 120 million to 806 million soms - Ministry of Education

In recent years, funding for the purchase of textbooks for schools in Kyrgyzstan has significantly increased. Deputy Minister of Education Nadira Jusupbekova announced this fact during a meeting of the committee of the Jogorku Kenesh, which deals with science, education, and other important aspects. According to her, in 2020, an amount of 120 million soms was allocated for these purposes, and by 2025, this figure has risen to 806 million soms.

02.03.2026, 12:15
A new building for the Urban Planning and Architecture Department has been opened in the At-Bashinsky District
Local news / Exclusive

A new building for the Urban Planning and Architecture Department has been opened in the At-Bashinsky District

A new building for the urban planning and architecture department has been opened in the At-Bashinsky district. According to the Ministry of Construction, the new two-story administrative building, covering an area of 200 square meters, includes a meeting room, waiting area, archive, reception, "one-stop shop" zone, and technical premises. The construction was carried out in compliance with modern standards, ensuring comfortable working conditions for employees and convenient service

02.03.2026, 12:12
Iranian authorities stated that they will not negotiate with the USA
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Iranian authorities stated that they will not negotiate with the USA

Ali Larijani Ali Larijani stated: “We will not negotiate with the United States,” which he expressed in a post on the platform X. This statement was a response to information published by The Wall Street Journal, which reported that Larijani may have suggested conducting negotiations with Washington through intermediaries.

02.03.2026, 12:10
News / Education news

The provision of schools with textbooks reached 84.4%, - Ministry of Education

At the meeting on March 2, Deputy Minister of Education Nadira Dzhusupbekova reported that 84.4% of schools in Kyrgyzstan are provided with textbooks. This became known during a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh Committee on Science, Education, Innovative Development, Information Technologies, Culture, Sports, and Youth Affairs. She noted that in recent years, funding for the publication of textbooks has significantly increased.

02.03.2026, 12:10
The Housing Committee approved the bill on venture financing issues in the first reading
Local news

The Housing Committee approved the bill on venture financing issues in the first reading

The document aims to improve the investment climate in the country In the first reading, a bill concerning venture financing was discussed at a meeting of the Committee on Science, Education, Innovative Development, Culture, Sports, and Youth Affairs of the Jogorku Kenesh. Jalyn Zheenaliev, Deputy Director of the National Investment Agency under the President, emphasized that this bill is intended to improve the investment climate and activate venture investments in startups and innovative

02.03.2026, 12:06
Exclusive

Parents of the FSB employee detained by the GKNB made a statement and shared their version of events

The spouses Almaz Eshaliev and Chynara Sulaymanova, who live in the village of Kyzyl-Adyr in the Aitmatov district of the Talas region, issued a statement regarding the innocence of their son, a police officer, who was detained as part of a criminal case on charges of fraud. They made this appeal on March 2, 2026, at a press conference organized at AKIpress-Talas. Family members, as well as their neighbors, appealed to President Sadyr Japarov and the head of the State Committee for National

02.03.2026, 12:05
Local news

The work of the Jogorku Kenesh will be covered by AI news anchors "Myryza" and "Aiyum"

A new artificial intelligence-based system has been implemented in the Jogorku Kenesh, which will focus on covering the work of the parliament and providing up-to-date information about its activities. AI news anchors are actively participating in this project. The news anchors "Myrza" and "Aiyym" will be responsible for creating videos and writing informational texts related to the issues being discussed, as well as informing the public about the actions of the deputies.

02.03.2026, 12:05
Exclusive

An Abnormal Weight of a Turkey Recorded in Sokuluk

In the Sokuluk district, athlete Chyngyz Latipov, known for his achievements, surprised everyone with a record turkey weight of 26 kg. He shared this with a correspondent from Turmush. “I have been raising turkeys on my farm for three years, and this weight has become a record for me. Perhaps other farmers have had heavier turkeys, but for me, this is the maximum indicator. The turkey weighed 26.335 kg — it filled a large basin. One breast alone weighed 10 kg. I sell the meat for 550 soms per

02.03.2026, 12:04
The former head of the Balikchy Department of Internal Affairs, Chyngyz Tokoldoshov, has been sent to a pre-trial detention center.
Incidents / Exclusive

The former head of the Balikchy Department of Internal Affairs, Chyngyz Tokoldoshov, has been sent to a pre-trial detention center.

According to information provided by the Pervomaisky District Court of Bishkek, Tokoldoshov was detained in connection with corruption charges. According to the court ruling dated February 27, 2026, the request of the head of the interagency investigative group, the head of the investigative department of the Military Prosecutor's Office, was granted. Tokoldoshov, charged under Article 336 "Corruption" of the Criminal Code of the Kyrgyz Republic, has been ordered to be held in

02.03.2026, 12:04
Local news

How will the school holiday schedule be arranged for next year? Response from the Deputy Minister

During the meeting of the Education Committee of the Jogorku Kenesh on March 2, Deputy Minister of Education Nadirа Dzhusupbekova reported that a new schedule for school vacations will be developed taking into account the opinions of parents, educators, and experts. She clarified that this academic year, as before, is planned to have 34 weeks of instruction, which will be divided into four quarters.

02.03.2026, 12:01
The deputy proposes to ban the "Kolfest" festival at Issyk-Kul.
Local news / Exclusive

The deputy proposes to ban the "Kolfest" festival at Issyk-Kul.

According to the deputy, the festival contradicts national values At a meeting of the committee of the Jogorku Kenesh on science, education, innovations, information technologies, culture, sports, and youth affairs, Bolot Saginayev, a deputy, expressed concerns about the international festival "Kolfest," which took place on Issyk-Kul a few years ago. He claims that the event may violate the law prohibiting the promotion of LGBT and harm national values. Saginayev referred to the

02.03.2026, 11:58
Education news

The Ministry of Education promised to review the vacation schedule for the next academic year

The spring break for schoolchildren has been extended from March 2 to March 8. This decision was made after extensive discussions with parents and the expert community, as reported by Deputy Minister of Education Nadira Jusupbekova at a meeting of the Committee of the Jogorku Kenesh on Science, Education, and other important areas. According to Jusupbekova, the duration of the academic load in the current school year is the standard 34 weeks. The curricula are divided into four quarters, where

02.03.2026, 11:57