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Cuba Prepares for Possible U.S. Invasion

Cuba's Deputy Foreign Minister, Carlos Fernández de Cossío, stated that the military must be prepared for possible aggression from the United States. This statement comes against the backdrop of escalating tensions between the two countries, as reported by Western media. Fernández de Cossío emphasized that unpreparedness for such a situation would be reckless, given the current global environment. At the same time, he expressed hope for a peaceful resolution of the conflict and the absence

23.03.2026, 21:47

Sports

An Extreme Motorsports Festival Will Take Place in Bishkek

On March 29, an extreme motorsport festival called Xtreme fest 2026 will be held in Bishkek, as reported by the event organizers. According to the organizers, the festival will take place on the grounds of the former military base "Gansi".

23.03.2026, 21:45

Local news / Exclusive

Due to the Orto-Sai Market, the leadership of the Oktyabrsky District of Bishkek was dismissed

Street trading and the deplorable condition of the Orto-Sai Market have led to dismissals in the Bishkek city administration. After a meeting dedicated to the issues of the Orto-Sai Market, several high-ranking officials were dismissed from the Bishkek city administration. The city leadership expressed dissatisfaction with the state of the market and the lack of control over street trading. As a result of the meeting, the following officials were dismissed: Kubandyk Akmatbekov — Head of the

23.03.2026, 21:37

Local news

Civil Rights Defenders welcomed the transfer of Mahabat Tajibek kyzy to house arrest

The international human rights group Civil Rights Defenders reacted positively to the decision to place Mahabat Tajibek kyzy under house arrest. In its official statement, the organization noted that this decision will allow the journalist to return to her family and reunite with her minor son after more than two years of detention.

23.03.2026, 21:33

Incidents

A Bishkek resident was beaten and robbed in broad daylight on Fuchik Street

According to the Internal Affairs Department of the Lenin District, two suspects involved in the robbery on Fuchik Street have been detained in Bishkek. A.N. reported to the police that on March 20 at around 13:45, he was beaten and openly robbed of his belongings on Fuchik Street.

23.03.2026, 21:32

Sports

Top League: "Muras United" Climbs to 1st Place, Securing Third Consecutive Victory

The football club "Muras United," representing the city of Manas, continues its winning streak in the Kyrgyzstan championship, achieving its third consecutive victory. On March 23, at the "Manas" stadium in Kara-Balta, the match of the 11th round of the Higher League took place, where the local club "Kyrgyzaltyn" hosted guests from Manas.

23.03.2026, 21:20

Local news

Spring Festival at Royal Central Park: over 5,000 guests and the largest fireworks show in Bishkek

The Spring Festival in Bishkek has become one of the brightest events of this season On March 22, 2026, the Spring Festival took place at Royal Central Park, gathering over 5,000 people and creating an atmosphere of a true celebration filled with joy. The highlight of the event was an impressive fireworks show lasting about 6 minutes, which lit up the sky over Bishkek and left unforgettable impressions on all the spectators. The sky of Bishkek was illuminated by a bright fireworks display that

23.03.2026, 21:20

Incidents

In Bishkek, serial car thieves suspected of more than ten thefts have been detained

Information about the detention came from the capital's Main Internal Affairs Directorate. A citizen, M. T., approached the law enforcement officers at the Internal Affairs Directorate of the Pervomaisky District, reporting that on March 14 at around 1:00 PM, while he was in a store in the "Kolmo" residential area, criminals stole a Samsung A17 mobile phone and 200,000 soms from his unlocked Honda Accord. After that, they fled in a Hyundai Sonata. According to preliminary data,

23.03.2026, 21:18

Incidents

In Kara-Suu, suspects in the theft of $65,000 from a store were detained

In the Kara-Suu district, three suspects have been detained in connection with the theft of 65 thousand dollars from a mobile phone store. This was reported by the Internal Affairs Department of the Osh region. It became known that on February 25, K. Zh., born in 1996, filed a complaint about the theft at the Kara-Suu police station. He reported that on the night of February 22 to 23, unidentified individuals broke into the mobile phone store and stole a large sum of money.

23.03.2026, 21:12

Local news

Adylbek Kasymaliev met with the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Montenegro

During an official visit to Kyrgyzstan, the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of Montenegro, Ervin Ibrahimovic, met with the Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers, Adylbek Kasymaliev. This was reported by the press service of the country's government. Adylbek Kasymaliev emphasized that Kyrgyzstan is interested in deepening cooperation with Montenegro in various areas that are of mutual interest. He also noted that the opening of the Honorary Consulate of Montenegro in

23.03.2026, 21:10

Sports / Exclusive

Ex-Manchester City Footballer to Play for Kyrgyzstan Team

Photo from the internet. Thomas Agbepong The football team "Muras United," representing the city of Manas, has announced the signing of a contract with Thomas Agbepong, who previously played for Manchester City and the Ghana national team. The 29-year-old player joined the team during the winter transfer window and officially became part of the club on March 21.

23.03.2026, 21:06

Local news

Weather forecast for Kyrgyzstan on March 24: local rains

On March 24, rain is expected in some regions of Kyrgyzstan. In the capital, Bishkek, the temperature will be +7 at night and will rise to +17 degrees during the day.

23.03.2026, 20:42

Exclusive

Four out of ten SCO member countries are parties to conflicts in the world

As of today, among the ten countries that are part of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO), four are participants in international conflicts. Russia and Belarus are involved in the events in Ukraine, Iran is in confrontation with the USA and Israel, while Pakistan is in conflict with Afghanistan. This information was presented by Natalia Kreck, Deputy Director of the "Oi Ordo" Economic Research Center, during a roundtable dedicated to security issues in the SCO area of

23.03.2026, 20:28

Local news

The condition of the five-story building on Fuchik Street has been assessed by the Ministry of Construction as potentially hazardous.

An engineering inspection of a five-story residential building at 20 Fuchik Street in Bishkek was conducted following a video appeal sent to the relevant authorities. The Ministry of Construction reported that the inspection was carried out at the request of Minister Nurdana Oruntaeva. Specialists from the State Institute of Seismic Resistant Construction and Engineering Design, led by Director Kanat Kanbolotov, conducted the inspection of the facility.

23.03.2026, 20:27

Local news

In Bishkek, the exhibition "Textiles. The Thread of Time" opens.

On March 26, an exhibition titled "Textiles. The Thread of Time" will take place in the capital, dedicated to the opening of the Center for Traditional Crafts at the Kyrgyz National Museum of Fine Arts named after Gapar Aitiev. According to information provided by the museum, the exhibition focuses on the transformation of natural materials into works of art. For centuries, textiles have played an important role for the peoples living in the territory of Kyrgyzstan, both in everyday

23.03.2026, 20:23

Exclusive

Nurlanbek Saipbaev became the mayor of the city of Uzgen

Nurlanbek Saipbaev has become the new mayor of the city of Uzgen in the Osh region. Today, March 23, the akim of the Uzgen district, Kanibek Apbasov, introduced the new mayor to his team.

23.03.2026, 20:16

Local news

In Chui Region, the operation of the Buggy Drom facility has been suspended

In the Chui region, the operation of the buggy karting facility Buggy Drom, located in the village of Kashka-Suu, has been temporarily suspended. This information was announced by representatives of the Ministry of Construction, Architecture, and Housing and Communal Services. A special commission, which included employees from the Chui Regional Department of State Architectural and Construction Control, as well as the Regional Department of Urban Planning and Architecture, conducted an

23.03.2026, 20:05

Local news

The Mayor of Bishkek dismissed the Akim of the October District and his deputy

At a scheduled meeting in the Bishkek City Hall, the results of the inspection of the Orto-Sai market were discussed. This incident was highlighted by the city municipality. According to the city hall, the mayor expressed his dissatisfaction with the current state of the market.

23.03.2026, 19:57

Exclusive

The world saw that the "security umbrellas" in the form of U.S. bases turned out to be leaky.

Recent military conflicts in the Middle East have confirmed that the so-called "security umbrellas" in the form of American military bases have proven to be insufficiently reliable. Missile and drone attacks from Iran not only struck these bases but also affected civilian objects and resource structures in Arab countries, as noted by Igor Shestakov, director of the Economic Initiatives Center "Oi Ordo," at a roundtable dedicated to security in the area of responsibility of

23.03.2026, 19:57

Economy

"We consider Central Asia as a long-term partner"

Italy is intensifying cooperation in agronomy and technology During the international business forum dedicated to agro-innovations, held in Tashkent under the title "Innovations, Regenerative Agriculture, and Digitalization for Sustainable Agroecosystems," Italy's Minister of Agriculture, Food Sovereignty, and Forestry Francesco Lollobrigida announced plans to strengthen ties with Central Asia in the fields of agriculture, technology, and sustainable development. He emphasized

23.03.2026, 19:55

Local news

Osh City Hall: Instead of a market by the Ak-Buura River, there will be a green zone

The market will be dismantled A green zone is planned to be created in Osh, which will appear on the site of the demolished market by the Ak-Buura River. This was reported by the city hall. The dismantling of the market itself has already been scheduled. Mayor Janarbek Akayev inspected the progress of the work and emphasized that in the future this area will become attractive for tourists and will be one of the historical landmarks of the city. photo www

23.03.2026, 19:31

Health / Exclusive

In the Issyk-Kul Region, 159 cases of tuberculosis were identified in 2025, with the highest number in the Jeti-Oguz District.

In Karakol, a mobile clinic has started operating, providing local residents with the opportunity to undergo free medical examinations. This event is timed to coincide with March 24 — World Tuberculosis Day. As part of this initiative, residents of the city can undergo radiographic examinations, which allow for the early detection of tuberculosis. Medical specialists noted that the use of modern digital equipment with elements of artificial intelligence ensures high accuracy in diagnosis.

23.03.2026, 19:29

Local news

The work of the buggy karting in the village of Kashka-Suu has been suspended

In the village of Kashka-Suu, a special commission conducted a check on the operability of the Buggy Drom buggy karting, as reported by the Ministry of Construction. During the inspection, a track for ATVs surrounded by car tires was discovered on the site. Auxiliary structures, such as a container and a garage, which were used for storing and servicing the equipment, were also identified.

23.03.2026, 19:23

Local news

The Umuraliev Theater from Bishkek will perform at the "Samsun" festival in Turkey

Photo 24.kg From March 23 to 31, 2026, Turkey will host the VIII International Theater Festival "Samsun," in which the Bishkek City Dramatic Theater named after Arsen Umuraliev will participate. This was reported by the press service of the capital's mayor's office. This festival, timed to coincide with International Theater Day, will bring together theater groups from different corners of the world, including state, private, and amateur troupes, creating a unique platform

23.03.2026, 19:22

Local news / Exclusive

A 202 cm tall athlete from the special forces will become a "baatyr" at the World Nomad Games

The champion of Kyrgyzstan in sambo, 34-year-old Bediarbek Kadyrbek uulu, has been officially elected as the "Baatur" of the Jalal-Abad region. As part of the cultural project "Birimdik Kerbeni" ("Caravan of Unity"), he has been entrusted with the honorable mission of delivering sacred water from the source near the mausoleum of the prophet Idris in the Chatkal region to the capital of the country. To select candidates, a special working group was created under the

23.03.2026, 19:17

Local news

President Sadyr Japarov gifted an apartment to the family that welcomed quadruplets.

The apartment is equipped with everything necessary for newborns. A representative of the city administration of Osh, Mayor Janarbek Akayev, handed over the keys to a three-room apartment to the family that recently welcomed quadruplets. This information was provided by the press service of the mayor's office. The apartment is fully ready for the newborns, including provided cribs and strollers. This support is aimed at improving living conditions and care for the future of the children.

23.03.2026, 19:14

Exclusive

When the Road Becomes the Main Character: How Cinema Makes Us Fall in Love with Trains and Subways

Author of the article: K-News. A license from the K-News editorial office is required for copying or partial use. Trains in cinema possess a unique cinematic magic. They create rhythm, limit space, compel characters to be close to one another, while simultaneously generating a sense of forward movement. The subway, on the other hand, has its own dynamics: it is more intense and closely tied to urban life, conveying feelings of speed, anxiety, and a continuous flow of other people's lives.

23.03.2026, 19:14

Exclusive

To Remain the Director of Meta. A Personal AI Assistant is Being Created for Zuckerberg

Source: K-News. All rights to copy and partially use the material belong to the editorial office of K-News. Mark Zuckerberg, the CEO of Meta Platforms, plans to implement a personal AI agent for every employee of the company. According to information provided by The Wall Street Journal, the billionaire has started developing his own digital assistant aimed at easing his management role as CEO. This AI is already actively gathering necessary information for Zuckerberg, bypassing traditional

23.03.2026, 19:09

Economy

Nearly 70 thousand taxpayers have already submitted their declarations

As of March 23 of this year, 69,851 taxpayers have submitted the unified tax declaration in the Kyrgyz Republic, as reported by the State Tax Service. Among the declarants, 26,219 are legal entities, while 43,632 are state and municipal employees, as well as individual citizens.

23.03.2026, 19:07

Exclusive

OSCE Secretary General to Visit Kyrgyzstan on a Working Trip

According to information provided by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the main focus during the visit will be on discussing the state and prospects of cooperation between Kyrgyzstan and the OSCE in three key areas of security: military-political, economic-ecological, and humanitarian. In addition, it is planned to exchange views on important issues related to the regional agenda, including integration processes in Central Asia, as well as current challenges and security threats, which will help

23.03.2026, 19:06

Local news

Tunduk App Updated: Key Documents Brought to the Main Screen

In Kyrgyzstan, the mobile application Tunduk has been updated, and the new version with an improved interface is now available on Google Play and the App Store. This was reported by the Ministry of Digital Development and Innovative Technologies. The redesign of the application aimed to facilitate navigation and speed up access to government services. Before launching the update, specialists from JSC "Tunduk" conducted a series of user interviews and tests, which helped identify the

23.03.2026, 19:01

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Nurlanbek Saipbaev Appointed Mayor of Uzgen

Changes in leadership have occurred in Uzgen. Nurlanbek Saipbaev was introduced as the new mayor of the city at a meeting with the staff, conducted by the akim of the Uzgen District State Administration, Kanibek Apbasov. According to the mayor's office, this appointment is due to the necessity for further development of Uzgen and the serious responsibilities placed on the new mayor.

23.03.2026, 18:58

Local news

In Kyrgyzstan, 5,600 cases of ARVI and influenza were registered in a week

From March 16 to 22, the Kyrgyz Republic registered 5,683 cases of acute respiratory viral infections and influenza. This data was provided by 24.kg from the Department of Disease Prevention and State Sanitary and Epidemiological Surveillance. As noted by specialists, compared to the previous week, the incidence decreased by 11.5 percent.

23.03.2026, 18:58

Local news

Hot water will be turned off in Bishkek for more than a month

Residents of the capital will meet the May holidays without access to hot water. As reported by "Bishkekteploseti", there will be a shutdown of heating and hot water in Bishkek. Heating in homes will cease on March 25, and hot water will be unavailable from April 1 to May 10. photo www

23.03.2026, 18:55

Local news

How to Raise a Mentally Healthy Child, According to Doctors

The formation of mental health begins in early childhood, as specialists from the Bishkek Health Strengthening Center assert. According to their research, children start to become aware of their sense of self around the age of three, when they begin to separate from their mother and understand that they are distinct individuals. It is important to lay the foundations of mental health from the earliest age.

23.03.2026, 18:55

Exclusive

A resident of Uzgen lost over half a million soms by believing promises of easy earnings

According to information from the Internal Affairs Department of the Osh region, on January 21, 2026, a 34-year-old resident A.K., born in 1992, approached the local police station. He reported that he became a participant in a group on a messenger app, where he was promised a significant increase in his capital. As a result, trusting these promises, the victim transferred 556,819 soms to the bank cards specified by the fraudsters. After the money was transferred, the criminals ceased

23.03.2026, 18:51

Ecology

From the bottom of Issyk-Kul, nets measuring the length of three football fields were retrieved

On March 23, employees of the Issyk-Kul Regional Department of the Environmental Supervision Service extracted 300 meters of illegal fishing gear from the bottom of Lake Issyk-Kul, as reported by the press service of the Ministry of Natural Resources, Ecology, and Technical Supervision. The agency specified that if all the nets were connected in a single line, their length would equal three football fields.

23.03.2026, 18:47

Local news

New Saliva Test Will Help Detect Parkinson's Disease - Study

A group of scientists from Korea has presented an innovative method for the early detection of neurological diseases. The new technique, based on saliva analysis, allows for the detection of changes indicating brain diseases with just one drop, as reported by the information resource TengriHealth. The study was conducted by researchers from Korea University and the College of Medicine at the Catholic University of Korea in collaboration with the Korean Institute of Materials Science. They

23.03.2026, 18:46

Local news

The Tunduk app has updated its interface

The Ministry of Digital Development and Innovative Technologies of Kyrgyzstan announced the release of the updated mobile application Tunduk. Users can now access a new version with an improved interface, which can be downloaded from the App Store and Google Play. It is reported that the redesign was developed to enhance convenience and efficiency in obtaining government services. Before releasing the update, the Tunduk team conducted a series of user interviews and testing to identify

23.03.2026, 18:41

Local news / Exclusive

Delegates Arriving at the Delphi Games in Bishkek Familiarize Themselves with Kyrgyz Culture

International delegations continue to arrive in Bishkek to participate in the first Youth Delphi Games of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) member states, as reported by the city administration. Representatives from countries such as Belarus, Tajikistan, India, and China have already arrived.

23.03.2026, 18:40

Local news / Exclusive

Sadyr Japarov gifted an apartment to the family that had quadruplets - video

The mayor of the city of Osh, Janarbek Akaev, representing President Sadyr Japarov, handed over the keys to a new three-room apartment to the family that welcomed quadruplets. This information was provided by the Osh city administration. According to official data, the apartment is fully ready for living and equipped with everything necessary for caring for infants. In addition to this, the family was gifted cribs and strollers. This assistance was provided by the state with the aim of

23.03.2026, 18:37

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Networks the length of three football fields: 300 meters of illegal fishing gear retrieved from the bottom of Issyk-Kul

The material is prepared by K-News. Copying and partial use is only possible with the permission of the K-News editorial office. Today, inspectors from the Environmental Supervision Service under the Ministry of Natural Resources of Kyrgyzstan reported that during a raid on March 23, 300 meters of synthetic fishing nets were lifted from the waters of Issyk-Kul. This length is comparable to three football fields, highlighting the scale of the problem. These illegal nets, acting as invisible

23.03.2026, 18:31

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Chicken egg production in Kyrgyzstan increased by 29.5% in the first two months of 2026

- At the beginning of 2026, there is a significant increase in chicken egg production in Kyrgyzstan, which amounted to 29.5%. This data is presented in the report of the National Statistical Committee. As of March 1, 2026, the volume of egg production increased from 94.8 million to 122.8 million pieces compared to the same period in 2025. There is also a growth in average egg production: from 28 to 33 eggs per laying hen.

23.03.2026, 18:28

Sports

The Bishkek Championship in Mountain Distance Sports Tourism has Concluded. Results and Photos

Last Sunday, March 22, the open championship of Bishkek in sports tourism on mountain distances took place in the picturesque Chunkurchak gorge. This information was provided to the editorial office of Kaktus.media by the Federation of Sports Tourism of Kyrgyzstan. The competitions were held over several challenging stages, including the "Rock Distance," "Suspension Crossing," and "Transportation of the Injured."

23.03.2026, 18:20

Local news

The team "Lokomotiv Manas" will compete in the UCI Europe Tour cycling races in Slovenia

The team is also aiming to participate in the Asian Tour races. The 'Lokomotiv Manas' team, representing Kyrgyzstan, continues its performances within the UCI Europe Tour, where it will participate in one-day races in Slovenia on March 22 and 26. This information was announced by the Cycling Federation of Kyrgyzstan. On March 22, the athletes will start in the Grand Prix Slovenian Istria race (category 1.2), and on March 26, they will participate in the Grand Prix Brda–Collio (also

23.03.2026, 18:18

Local news

Italy strengthens interest in Central Asia and the agricultural sector

The Italian authorities and businesses see significant opportunities for investment and technological interaction in Central Asia. At the international business forum dedicated to agro-innovations, titled "Innovations, Regenerative Agriculture, and Digitalization for Sustainable Agroecosystems" (Italy – Central Asia + Azerbaijan Business Forum), taking place in Tashkent, the Italian delegation confirmed its plans to expand economic and technological cooperation with Central Asia.

23.03.2026, 18:17

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Farmers are switching to agrodrones and zero tillage, - Ministry of Agriculture

In the last 18–24 months, farmers in Kyrgyzstan have begun to actively adopt new technologies in their production. This statement was made by Turatbek Idrisov, head of the Department of Crop Production, Horticulture, and Cooperation of the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry of the Kyrgyz Republic, in an interview on the radio. As Idrisov noted, the application of modern technologies allows for a significant reduction in the costs of agricultural production. In

23.03.2026, 18:09

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In the Manas District, a driver without a license was fined 15,000 soms

From March 20 to 29, an event called "Bacchus" took place in the Talas region, aimed at checking drivers' compliance with traffic rules. According to the Department of Road Safety in the Talas region, during the raid in the Manas district, a case was recorded where a driver was operating a vehicle without a driver's license. As a result, a protocol was drawn up under part 3 of Article 184 of the KR Code on Offenses (Driving vehicles without documents). According to the law,

23.03.2026, 18:09