Montenegro's Foreign Minister Ervin Ibrahimović made a working visit to Kyrgyzstan. During his visit, he met with his Kyrgyz counterpart Jeenbek Kulubaev, where they discussed opportunities for cooperation in the fields of politics, economy, and culture. Jeenbek Kulubaev emphasized the significance of this visit for strengthening bilateral ties.
The Ministry of Science, Higher Education and Innovations of the Kyrgyz Republic has announced that applicants from the country can receive a scholarship to study at educational institutions in Romania. Applications for Romanian government scholarships for the academic year 2026/27 are now open for citizens of Kyrgyzstan.
At a press conference, the chairman of the board of OJSC "Ala-Tuu Resort," Zharkynbek Maksutov, announced that the first phase of construction of the largest ski cluster in Jyrgalan is planned to be completed by December 2026. According to Maksutov, the cable cars are being built by the Austrian company Doppelmayr. "In 2025, we signed a contract for the construction of two cable cars with a total length of 4 kilometers. They will complete work on two of them by May of this year.
Turmush — In the Talas region, Aigul Demokratovna Zakirova has been appointed as the new deputy representative of the president. The corresponding order was signed by the chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers. On March 23, a presentation of Zakirova took place within the staff of the representative office. The event was conducted by the president's representative in the region, Ermat Dzhumaev, together with the state inspector Ilimbek Dzhumagulov, who is responsible for organizational work
Photo from the internet The airline Centrum Air has announced the launch of regular flights on the Osh — Tashkent route and back, starting April 1. This was reported by the press service of the JSC "Airports of Kyrgyzstan". The carrier will operate flights twice a week, on Wednesdays and Saturdays, using Airbus A320 aircraft. The flight time will be approximately 1 hour and 10 minutes.
Specialists are ready to answer citizens' questions An agricultural census has started in Kyrgyzstan. To assist the population, "hotlines" have been organized, as reported by the Ministry of Water Resources and Agriculture. Those wishing to receive consultation can contact the following numbers: National Statistical Committee of the Kyrgyz Republic: 996 707 664 890; 996 551 525 806; 996 702 287 305; Regional Statistical Offices: - Batken: 996 220 545 050, 996 556 505 864; -
The state enterprise "Dan" is resuming active operations. This information was announced by the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry. According to the ministry's data, in December 2025, the first project began at the enterprise's sites — the production of pasta. Additionally, the completion of the mill reconstruction, which will be able to process 150 tons of wheat per day using modern Turkish technologies, is scheduled for the second quarter of
Cyclists from the "Lokomotiv Manas" team returned home with a silver medal after participating in a race held in Slovenia. The Grand Prix Slovenia Istria competition took place on March 22 in Izola.
The average weight of each fry released was 0.30 grams. The stocking was carried out in accordance with the forecast plan for 2025–2026, which was approved for the artificial reproduction of biological resources in state water bodies and was under the control of the Department of Fisheries.
The hearing was initiated after the Supreme Court of Kyrgyzstan sent the case for reconsideration due to newly discovered circumstances. Mahabat is participating in the court session via videoconference.
The State Tax Service (STS) of the Kyrgyz Republic announced that starting from January 2026, all non-alcoholic beverages classified under the HS code 2202 will be subject to mandatory excise tax and labeling with excise stamps, regardless of the presence of a registration certificate as children's food.
The Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU) plans to create a common market for commodity exchanges by 2030. This information was announced by representatives of the Eurasian Economic Commission (EEC). According to EEC data, the EAEU member states have already begun the phased implementation of the corresponding plan.
OAO "Ala-Tuu Resort" has announced the second round of the auction dedicated to the land plots where the first phase of the large-scale resort area "Ala-Tuu Resort" is planned to be built. The event is taking place in the rural district of Khan-Teniri, located in the Ak-Suu district of the Issyk-Kul region. This was reported during a press conference at the "Kabar" agency by Zharkynbek Maksutov, the chairman of the board of OAO "Ala-Tuu Resort". As part
The increasing conflicts in the Middle East, involving Israel, the USA, and Iran, threaten not only nuclear security but also the stability of the global economy. At the beginning of 2026, international financial organizations were making relatively optimistic GDP growth forecasts; however, current events dictate new conditions. Economists, who previously expected a global recession by 2027, are now predicting that the crisis could begin in the coming months.
"Neftchi" from Kochkor-Ata celebrated its first victory in the new season of the Kyrgyzstan Football Championship. In the fourth round, which took place on March 22, the "Neftchi" team played an away match against the newcomer of the Jukoglu League - "Toktogul" and achieved a confident victory with a score of 3:0.
The incident occurred when a plane departing from Montreal collided with a fire truck, resulting in critical injuries to four firefighters. The collision took place on the fourth runway, with Reuters reporting that the plane's speed was 39 km/h at the moment of impact. There were 100 passengers on board the Bombardier CRJ-900, and their condition is currently being assessed. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has decided to temporarily suspend operations at the airport due to an
An incident occurred in the Chui region, resulting in the detention of a suspect in a murder case.
At a press conference held today, the chairman of the board of JSC Zharkynbek Maksutov announced the start of the second stage of the auction concerning the sale of assets of the company "Ala-Too Resort". The first stage of the auction took place in June 2025, during which 14 out of 49 lots were successfully sold. The remaining lots, including hotels of various categories—from two to five stars—will be offered in the current stage.
In the Chuy region, near the archaeological complex of Burana Tower, a festival of sümölök took place, which became a platform for showcasing culinary traditions, folk crafts, and sports competitions. Despite its colorful nature, this event raised some concerns among the expert commission regarding adherence to traditional recipes of the main national dish. According to one of the organizers, Amanbol Babakulov, the jury aimed for objectivity in distributing prizes; however, the quality of the
The National Bank of Kyrgyzstan presents the exchange rates for March 23: The dollar exchange rate has slightly increased, while the euro and ruble have shown a decrease, indicating an appreciation of the national currency.
With the start of the agricultural census in Kyrgyzstan, a hotline has been opened where citizens can receive consultations. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Water Management and Agriculture. As part of this initiative, all interested parties will be provided with up-to-date explanations on various issues related to the census, including the procedure for participation and the deadlines for conducting it, as well as other important details.
In Bishkek, on March 20, during the day, an incident of street robbery occurred. According to the information from the Lenin District Police Department, the police detained two suspects. According to the victim's statement, he was attacked by unknown individuals who, without explaining their reasons, beat him and took his wallet, which contained an MBank debit card and an ID passport. The assailants also damaged his phone, breaking the screen of the device — a Redmi 14 Pro.
- The Eurasian Economic Commission has made changes to the rules regarding the determination of the country of origin of certain goods used in public procurement within the EAEU. The new rules will come into effect on April 15.
The suspect in the murder has been detained in the Chuy region. The investigative team arrived at the scene, where during excavations at a summer cottage located near the fence at a depth of 15-20 cm, the body of a man was found lying on his back. It has been established that the deceased is B. N., born in 1993.
Abdykerimov's statement made on March 15 began to be actively discussed on social media on the 22nd. His relatives confirmed the authenticity of the account from which the information was posted, reports "Azattyk". In his address, he mentions that Eldar Jakypbekov "carried out a terrorist attack" on his business.
In the capital of Kyrgyzstan, Bishkek, the installation of over 40,700 kilometers of SIP cable is planned. This information was provided by the Bishkek Electric Networks Enterprise. According to their data, the city will begin phased preparations of the power grid for the winter season of 2026–2027. This year, work on the installation and reconstruction of SIP cable will take place from March to November and will cover important sections of the power grid.
Material prepared by K-News. Permission for copying or partial use is possible only with the consent of the K-News editorial office. Iran threatens to close the Strait of Hormuz and begin retaliatory strikes on the region's energy and water infrastructure if the U.S. attacks its power plants. Israeli forces attacked the Qasimiya Bridge in southern Lebanon, which President Joseph Aoun called "the beginning of a ground invasion." The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps claims that
With the start of the agricultural census in Kyrgyzstan, a hotline has become available to citizens.
Zholaman Sharshenbekov will not compete at the Asian Wrestling Championship, which will take place in Bishkek from April 6 to 12, 2026. The athlete did not make the national team for Greco-Roman wrestling.
At the meeting of the Lenin District Court in Bishkek, the lawyers of journalist Mahabat Tajibek kyzy submitted a petition for the termination of the criminal case and the immediate release of their client. However, the court did not make a final decision and left the petition open. We remind you that earlier the Supreme Court of the Kyrgyz Republic annulled the previous sentences and sent the case for a new hearing in the Lenin District Court.
In Bishkek, a married couple is working on creating handmade soap, focusing not only on its quality but also on its originality as a gift.
A gas explosion occurred in one of the apartment buildings in Shakhtinsk, caused by a household gas cylinder, as reported by the Emergency Situations Department of the Karaganda region. According to the information, firefighters arrived at the scene of the incident just four minutes after receiving the alarm. As a result of the explosion, a fire broke out, engulfing furniture and personal belongings. Rescuers evacuated five people from the upper floors via the stairs. Some residents managed to
In the Chui region, law enforcement agencies have detained a suspect in a brutal murder, as reported by the press service of the regional Department of Internal Affairs. According to police information, on March 22, 2026, a report was received at the Department of Internal Affairs of the Jayil district that a body had been found buried in the ground at the "Southern" dacha in Kara-Balta.
In order to organize the cemeteries in the protective zone of the Sulayman-Too museum complex, an interdepartmental commission has been formed. This decision was initiated by an order from the Ministry of Culture, Information, and Youth Policy. The commission is headed by the First Deputy Minister Soyuzbek Nadyrbekov. Its composition includes representatives from various agencies, including the city administration of Osh, the city council, the Ministry of Emergency Situations, as well as the
The Presidential Administration is developing new timeframes for document issuance Kyrgyzstan will offer the possibility of obtaining driving licenses in just three hours. The Presidential Administration has presented new standards for state services related to the issuance of licenses. After successfully completing training at a driving school and passing all necessary exams, candidates will be able to receive their licenses within four days. An expedited service will also be introduced,
On the morning of March 23, an accident occurred in Tokmok, located in the Chui region, resulting in one of the vehicles ending up on its roof. According to witnesses, the incident took place at approximately 08:40 at the intersection of Sultan Ibraimov and Zhantaev streets. Initial reports indicate that two vehicles collided, and the force of the impact caused one of them to overturn.
According to the press service of the Main Internal Affairs Directorate of the Chui Region, a man suspected of murder was detained on March 23. The incident occurred on March 22, when information was received at the Internal Affairs Department of the Jayil District about the discovery of a man's body on a dacha plot called "Yuzhnaya" in Kara-Balta. His body was buried at a depth of 15-20 cm.
In Talas, 8 drivers were detained in one day for driving under the influence. On November 21, in honor of the celebration of Nowruz, a raid called "Bacchus" took place in the city. As a result of this check, 8 offenders were identified who were behind the wheel while intoxicated.
Today, March 23, the Lenin District Court of Bishkek has started the judicial proceedings in the case of Mahabat Tajibek kyzy, a journalist from the "Ayt ait dese" project. This case was sent to court following the decision of the Supreme Court of Kyrgyzstan to review it in light of newly discovered circumstances. Mahabat is participating in the hearing remotely via videoconference.
The French Alliance in Bishkek announced the "Spring of Francophonie - 2026" festival in Kyrgyzstan, taking place from March 25 to April 12. This information was shared in a press release received by the editorial office. As part of the festival, educational, cultural, and entertainment events will be organized to celebrate the diversity and art of the French language and Francophone cultures. The main theme of the upcoming festival is "Women and Francophonie".
Turmush — In the city of Gülchö, located in the Alay district of the Osh region, festive events dedicated to the spring equinox took place, as reported by a Turmush correspondent. The ceremony began with a welcoming speech from the mayor of Gulchi, Nursultan Tajibaev.
In Naryn, the results of the competitions held in honor of the Nowruz celebration have been summed up. Cash prizes and diplomas were awarded to the winners based on their placements.
The fuel market is under pressure: a shortage of resources caused by conflicts in other countries is leading to rising gasoline prices. In Russia, authorities are discussing the possibility of limiting export supplies. Experts from "NI" have presented their forecasts regarding fuel prices in the coming months, as reported by Newizv.ru. The price of oil consistently exceeds $100 per barrel, creating shock conditions for the global fuel market. In Russia, there is an increase in both
The state enterprise "Kyrgyzkomur" has begun to independently carry out overburden works at its deposits. This was reported by Deputy General Director Rustam Sadyraliev in an interview on "Birinchi Radio." According to Sadyraliev, the company now has the capability to conduct these works without involving contracting organizations, which has become possible due to the acquisition of new equipment. Previously, for the extraction and removal of rock, "Kyrgyzkomur"
More than 20 representatives from various media organizations of Kyrgyzstan arrived in Tajikistan to participate in a five-day press tour. The delegation included correspondents from publications such as KNAI "Kabar," NTRK, ElTR, "7th Channel," as well as Kaktus.media, Super.kg, Tazabek, Nomad TV, and Region TV. On the first day of their visit to Dushanbe, the Kyrgyz participants took part in the celebration of Nowruz. In the "Bogi Iram" park, a diverse program
The Bishkek Electric Network Company, a branch of JSC "NESC," strongly recommends its customers not to delay payment of electricity bills. According to information from the press service of BPES, on March 24, a remote disconnection will be carried out in the city for more than 6,000 subscribers who have outstanding debts. The disconnection process will be carried out using an automated information and measurement system for electricity accounting (AISKUE). To avoid disconnection,
During the weekend, nearly 19,000 people visited the Ala-Archa National Park, as reported by 24. kg from the presidential administration. According to the provided data, the highest number of visitors was recorded on March 20, when Orozoi Ait was celebrated.
Renowned surgeon and Doctor of Medical Sciences Rasul SultanGaziev has repeatedly emphasized in his interviews that every patient is unique, and treatment must be tailored to their individual needs. This is especially relevant in the case of abdominal surgeries, where serious and sometimes dramatic situations can arise, as happened with his recent patient. Recently, Rasul Abalievich's team faced the necessity of saving the life of a woman who had a small bone lodged in her pancreas. This
