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State duty can now be paid through ATMs and online
Local news

State duty can now be paid through ATMs and online

Changes to the Code on Non-Tax Revenues President Sadyr Japarov has signed a law concerning amendments to the Code of the Kyrgyz Republic on non-tax revenues. This was reported by the President's Administration. This law was adopted by the Jogorku Kenesh on February 26, 2026. The main goal of the law is to improve conditions for citizens when paying state duties. Now the law allows payments of state duties through ATMs, terminals, internet banking, electronic wallets, mobile applications,

19.03.2026, 17:50
Local news

Residents of Bishkek's new buildings are invited to tree planting and community clean-up days.

From March 22 to April 4, events for planting trees and community clean-ups will take place in new buildings such as "Ak-Ordo-1," "Ak-Ordo-2," "Ak-Ordo-3," "Kalyis-Ordo," "Rukhiy-Muras," "Muras-Ordo," and "Bakay-Ata." This is reported by the Resource Center for the Elderly. The initiative aims to green the new developments and create a more comfortable and pleasant urban environment. This is a wonderful opportunity for

19.03.2026, 17:45
Local news

"Doctors Discuss Conditions Associated with Anemia"

Specialists from the Bishkek Center for Health Promotion shared information about the problem of anemia and methods for its prevention. Anemia is characterized by a decrease in hemoglobin levels and/or a reduction in the number of red blood cells in the blood, leading to insufficient oxygen supply to the tissues. Anemia can be diagnosed if the hemoglobin level in men falls below 130 grams per liter, and in women, below 115 grams per liter. In children, this indicator is determined based on

19.03.2026, 17:36
Former Iranian Defense Minister Hossein Dehghan Takes Over the Position of the Slain Larijani
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Former Iranian Defense Minister Hossein Dehghan Takes Over the Position of the Slain Larijani

Hossein Dehghan The deceased Ali Larijani, who passed away on March 17, was reportedly killed as a result of an Israeli strike on Tehran, according to Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz. Iranian sources also state that Larijani's son and his head of security were killed in this attack. Hossein Dehghan served as Minister of Defense from 2013 to 2017 and has been heading the "Mostazafan" Foundation since 2023, which is the largest energy conglomerate in Iran.

19.03.2026, 17:33
Took millions for rice and sugar: a suspect in fraud detained in Bishkek
Incidents

Took millions for rice and sugar: a suspect in fraud detained in Bishkek

The detainee promised a profitable joint business A suspect in fraud has been arrested in Bishkek. This was reported by the press service of the Main Internal Affairs Department. It became known that on October 1 of last year, a citizen named Z.P., born in 1988, proposed a joint business idea related to the purchase of sugar and rice in Tokmak at one of the exchange offices on Gagarin Street to the applicant J.K., for which he received 2 million 950 thousand soms, promising to return the money

19.03.2026, 17:29
Economy

Children's Drinks to Be Subject to Excise Tax: Mandatory Labeling Introduced

Starting from January 1, 2026, new rules for non-alcoholic beverages intended for children will come into effect in Kyrgyzstan. This was reported by the State Tax Service, clarifying that an excise tax and mandatory labeling will be introduced for such products. This requirement stems from the resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers dated February 22, 2022, according to which excise is applied to products registered as baby food, as well as to goods classified under customs code 2202.

19.03.2026, 17:25
Local news

A large area of Bishkek will be without cold water for one day (map)

Due to the reconstruction of the "Severny" water intake and the update of the city's water supply networks, the supply of drinking water will be suspended in a significant number of areas in Bishkek on March 26 from 09:00 to 15:00. This information was provided by the press service of the city administration. Water will not be available in the following areas:

19.03.2026, 17:18
Incidents

Officials from the Chayek Ayil Okmotu accused of illegal land sales

During an inspection conducted by the prosecutor's office of the Jumgal district, facts of illegal provision of land plots for private ownership in the Chayek rural municipality were revealed. This was reported by the press service of the General Prosecutor's Office of the Kyrgyz Republic. According to the information from the prosecutor's office, officials from this rural municipality, using their official position, illegally transferred land plots totaling 2.35 hectares to

19.03.2026, 17:18
Economy

In Kyrgyzstan, the rise in sunflower oil prices continues

Since the beginning of the year and until March 18, the average price of sunflower oil in the country has increased by 2.07 soms, according to data published by the National Statistical Committee. In comparison with the same period last year, the price of sunflower oil has risen by 28.16 soms, which corresponds to an increase of 17.2%.

19.03.2026, 17:17
Trump sent a letter to Tokayev
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Trump sent a letter to Tokayev

Illustrative photo // Tokayev In his message, Trump expressed gratitude for the meeting with Tokayev, which took place during the inaugural session of the Council of Peace in Washington in February. He also noted that he looks forward to the next meeting with the Kazakh president at the upcoming G20 summit, which will be held in Miami at the end of the year. It is worth noting that on January 22, Trump signed the charter of the Council of Peace, which was established at his initiative.

19.03.2026, 17:16
Exclusive

Minister of Construction: The park being restored in Suzak is included in the list of facilities with initially inflated costs

In the village of Oktyabr, which is part of the rural district of Bagysh in the Suzak region of the Jalal-Abad region, the restoration of the local park is now under the control of the Ministry of Construction, Architecture, and Communal Services. This was reported by Minister Nurdin Oruntaev during his visit to the city of Manas on March 18. The minister noted that the park was included in the list of facilities with inflated costs. "We have identified numerous violations related to the

19.03.2026, 17:10
Exclusive

Roskomnadzor is Struggling to Handle Blockages

The article was prepared by K-News. Permission for copying or partial use is only possible with the consent of the K-News editorial team. According to information from the telecommunications sector, the main reason for the system overload is attempts to slow down Telegram. The built-in proxy MTProxy generates a significant amount of traffic that is difficult to track and block. When the system reaches its capacity limit, it automatically switches to bypass mode, allowing all traffic to pass

19.03.2026, 17:08
A new Deputy Minister of Justice of the Kyrgyz Republic appointed
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A new Deputy Minister of Justice of the Kyrgyz Republic appointed

Sayra Temirbekovna Izzakova has been appointed to the position of First Deputy Minister of Justice of the Kyrgyz Republic, according to information received from the agency. She is a graduate of the Kyrgyz National University named after J. Balasagyn, where she obtained a degree in "Jurisprudence."

19.03.2026, 17:08
60 million jobs and pensions of 4000 yuan: Chinese ambassador talks about wealth growth
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60 million jobs and pensions of 4000 yuan: Chinese ambassador talks about wealth growth

At a recent briefing dedicated to the results of the sessions of the National People's Congress and the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference, the Chinese ambassador to Kyrgyzstan, Liu Jiangping, shared impressive achievements of the country in the field of social development. Over the past five years, the per capita income of Chinese citizens has increased by an average of 5.4% per year, contributing to the creation of over 60 million new jobs in urban areas. The

19.03.2026, 17:05
Local news / Exclusive

In Talas, a garrison assembly was held in honor of the holidays of Orozo Ait and Nowruz.

Today, a garrison formation took place in front of the Talas Regional Department of Internal Affairs in honor of the holidays of Orozo Ait and Nowruz. According to the press service of the regional police, the formation was attended by the authorized representative of the president in the Talas region, Ermat Dzhumaev, the head of the Talas Regional Internal Affairs Department, Baktybek Narchayev, the heads of the Talas City Department of Internal Affairs, the Talas Regional Traffic Police, the

19.03.2026, 17:01
Economy

EAEU: Cheap RES Do Not Guarantee Low Final Energy Costs and System Stability

Today, during the online presentation of the analytical report "Energy of Central Asia: Modernization and Energy Transition," Arman Akhunbaev, head of the Sectoral Analysis Center of the Eurasian Development Bank, noted that "cheap renewable energy sources (RES) cannot guarantee low end-user costs and the stability of the energy system." According to him, the modern world no longer questions the feasibility of building RES. The cost of solar power plants has fallen by 70%

19.03.2026, 17:01
90% of the world's humanoid robots are produced in China
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90% of the world's humanoid robots are produced in China

At a briefing dedicated to the outcomes of the sessions of the National People's Congress (NPC) and the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference (CPPCC), the Chinese ambassador to Kyrgyzstan, Liu Jiangping, reported that around 13,000 humanoid robots were supplied in 2025, with 90% coming from China. According to her, China has become the world leader in the number of patents in the field of robotics. This clearly demonstrates that neither technological blockades nor

19.03.2026, 16:55
In Kyrgyzstan, a particularly dangerous criminal wanted by Interpol has been detained
Local news

In Kyrgyzstan, a particularly dangerous criminal wanted by Interpol has been detained

In the territory of Kyrgyzstan, officers of the State Committee for National Security (SCNS) detained a criminal who was on the international wanted list. According to the agency, the detained individual is a 38-year-old citizen of Uzbekistan named "B.S.". He was listed in the registry of particularly dangerous criminals and was wanted by the National Central Bureau of Interpol for committing serious crimes.

19.03.2026, 16:51
Spring Festival at Royal Central Park – Celebration of Nowruz (March 22, 2026)
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Spring Festival at Royal Central Park – Celebration of Nowruz (March 22, 2026)

Material prepared by K-News. Publication or partial use is only possible with the permission of the K-News editorial office. From 1:00 PM to 9:00 PM on March 22, 2026, the Spring Festival will take place at Royal Central Park – Hippodrome (16 Sharshen Termechikov Street, Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan), organized by RCA Living in honor of the spring renewal and the celebration of Nowruz.

19.03.2026, 16:47
Local news

We remind you that long weekends are ahead for the people of Kyrgyzstan.

According to the announcement from the Spiritual Administration of Muslims of Kyrgyzstan, the holiday of Orozo Ait will take place on March 20. Thus, Kyrgyzstanis will be able to rest for three consecutive days, as the holiday falls on a Friday. It is also worth noting that Nooruz will be celebrated on March 21, Saturday. In accordance with the new Labor Code, the practice of shifting weekends has been abolished, so holidays are now celebrated on the day they occur, without being moved to

19.03.2026, 16:47
Local news

Pakistan and Afghanistan Declare Ceasefire Due to Muslim Holiday

In connection with the celebration of Eid al-Fitr, Pakistan and Afghanistan have reached an agreement for a temporary ceasefire. This was reported by the Pakistani newspaper Dawn. The Minister of Information of Pakistan, Attaullah Tarar, stated that this decision was made at the initiative of Islamabad and supported by several Muslim countries.

19.03.2026, 16:44
Local news / Exclusive

In Manas, utility workers were congratulated

On March 19, a celebration of the professional day of utility workers took place in the city of Manas, reports Turmush correspondent. Present at the event were the mayor of Manas, the chairman of the city council Askhat Talant uulu, as well as the heads and employees of utility enterprises.

19.03.2026, 16:44
Exclusive

"GP 'Kyrgyz Komur' Reduces Dependence on Contractors Through Its Own Equipment, - Deputy Head Sadyraliev"

- The state enterprise "Kyrgyz Komur" has begun to independently carry out overburden works at its deposits thanks to new equipment acquisitions. This was stated by Deputy General Director Rustam Sadyraliev on the radio. Previously, such work was performed by third-party contractors, and the enterprise was forced to hold competitions to attract other companies due to a lack of its own equipment.

19.03.2026, 16:41
Exclusive

A fire occurred at the Karabalta market

Today, March 19, at 14:30, a significant fire occurred at the market in Kara-Balta. According to preliminary information, the fire broke out in the trading rows on Jaiyl Baatyr Street, where carpets are sold.

19.03.2026, 16:39
The Ministry of Transport reported on the progress of work on the Suusamyr–Talas–Taraz highway
Local news / Exclusive

The Ministry of Transport reported on the progress of work on the Suusamyr–Talas–Taraz highway

The Ministry of Transport and Communications of the Kyrgyz Republic reported on the progress of the reconstruction of the IV phase of the Suusamyr–Talas–Taraz highway, which is being carried out without interruptions. According to the data, work is currently underway to level and widen the road surface, relocate drainage pipes, dismantle concrete supports of power lines, and construct bridges.

19.03.2026, 16:39
Exclusive

The President gathered members of the Security Council of Kyrgyzstan

On March 19, a working meeting of the Security Council of Kyrgyzstan was held, chaired by President Sadyr Japarov. The relevant information was published by the press service of the president's administration. During the meeting, issues related to ensuring national security, as well as food and energy stability in the country amid current events in the Middle East, were discussed.

19.03.2026, 16:38
Residents of mortgage houses in Bishkek ask to preserve the basement for the owners
Local news

Residents of mortgage houses in Bishkek ask to preserve the basement for the owners

The question concerns the building on Gagarin Street, where the commercial use of the basement is planned. Residents of the mortgage houses located at Gagarin, 189, have initiated a proposal to keep the basement space under the ownership of the residents. According to their statements, the basement is intended for commercial purposes, while the residents believe that this space should remain part of the common property. Among the residents' arguments are the presence of engineering

19.03.2026, 16:38
Afghanistan and Pakistan Cease Hostilities Due to Holiday
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Afghanistan and Pakistan Cease Hostilities Due to Holiday

The parties agreed to a temporary cessation of hostilities at the initiative of Qatar, Turkey, and Saudi Arabia. Afghanistan and Pakistan announced a temporary cessation of hostilities, which occurred at the request of countries such as Qatar, Turkey, and Saudi Arabia, according to information from RBC. Zabihullah Mujahid, a representative of the Afghan government, confirmed this news in his message on the social network X. Pakistan also suspended its military operations, as reported by the

19.03.2026, 16:36
A Machine and Tractor Station Commissioned in the Ak-Su District
Economy / Exclusive

A Machine and Tractor Station Commissioned in the Ak-Su District

A new machine and tractor station (MTS) has begun operating in the Ak-Suu district, created to support local farmers and modernize the agricultural sector. This was reported by the Ministry of Agriculture. The project was initiated by President Sadyr Japarov, who allocated 108 million soms from the Presidential Fund for its implementation. The MTS was established using the base of the previously existing enterprise "Selenenergo," located in the village of Ak-Suu.

19.03.2026, 16:27
Exclusive

Ministry of Economy of the Kyrgyz Republic: The slowdown in the growth rate of the services sector in January-February is due to a decrease in the dynamics of wholesale trade

The author of the material is K-News. Copying or partial use is only possible with the permission of the K-News editorial office. The services sector continues to hold a key position in the structure of Kyrgyzstan's gross domestic product, accounting for nearly 50%. It has made the largest contribution to the country's economic growth, which amounted to 3.64 percentage points, while real growth reached 107.1%. This data was announced by the Ministry of Economy of Kyrgyzstan.

19.03.2026, 16:26