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The deputy spoke about how scammers called her

At the meeting of the Committee of the Jogorku Kenesh on Finance, Budget, Entrepreneurship, and Competition Development on February 23, Deputy Mahabat Mavlyanova raised the issue of the need to enhance public awareness about online fraud. She shared that she herself had become a victim of such calls, receiving three to four inquiries from scammers. "They called, posing as the Deputy Prime Minister and even the Deputy Speaker, using avatars on the screen. Recently, I received a call from a

23.02.2026, 18:17
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500 applications regarding former employees of the GKNB. The Prosecutor General's Office confirmed the investigation.

The military prosecutor's office is conducting an investigation into several former employees of the State Committee for National Security (GKNB). As reported by Kaktus.media, numerous appeals from citizens have also been recorded. Representatives of the Prosecutor General's Office noted that information regarding the number and content of materials is not subject to disclosure until the investigative actions are completed.

23.02.2026, 18:12
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In Kara-Balta, a train fatally struck a 17-year-old teenager

The incident occurred on February 23 at 14:54, when the police department of the Jayil district received information from the ambulance service that a man had been hit by a train. According to the police department of the Chui region, the teenager was taken to intensive care in a comatose state. At the scene of the tragedy, it was determined that freight train No. 3718, which was traveling from Bishkek to Lugovoe from east to west, struck a local resident, S. R., born in 2006.

23.02.2026, 18:01
GKNB: Our employees do not have nicknames, do not spread unverified information
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GKNB: Our employees do not have nicknames, do not spread unverified information

The security service emphasized the deliberate distortion of facts about its committee The State National Security Committee (GKNB) denied information regarding the existence of nicknames for its employees. The press center of the agency issued an official statement on this matter. "In connection with the emergence of video recordings and publications in the media about allegedly existing unofficial nicknames of GKNB employees, we inform the following: In our work, only official service

23.02.2026, 17:58
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17-year-old teenager lost his life under the wheels of a train

New information has emerged regarding the death of a young man under the wheels of a train. According to information provided by the Turmush press service of the Main Internal Affairs Directorate of the Chui region, on February 23 at 14:54, a call was received at the Internal Affairs Department of the Jayil district at number 103. It was reported that a man aged about 20-25 years had been hit by a train. As a result of the injuries sustained, he was delivered to the intensive care unit of the

23.02.2026, 17:51
"Man Attempting to Break into Trump's Residence Was Obsessed with Epstein Case, - TMZ"
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"Man Attempting to Break into Trump's Residence Was Obsessed with Epstein Case, - TMZ"

It has been reported that the incident occurred on Sunday when Martin was shot by Secret Service agents after he pointed a shotgun at them. His identity was established after his mother reported him missing shortly before the events. According to information obtained from people close to Martin, his interest in the Epstein case began after materials were published at the end of January. In one of his messages, he emphasized that after reviewing the documents, he concluded: "evil truly

23.02.2026, 17:51
In Bishkek, the launch of the "Green Taxi" project is planned
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In Bishkek, the launch of the "Green Taxi" project is planned

A new project called "Green Taxi" is set to launch in Bishkek, as reported by the Ministry of Natural Resources, Ecology, and Technical Supervision of the Kyrgyz Republic. The ministry specifies that the initiative is being developed in collaboration with the National Investment Fund. Currently, discussions are underway regarding the implementation mechanisms and potential of this project.

23.02.2026, 17:49
Threatening with a sharp object, a man stole 350 soms in a store
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Threatening with a sharp object, a man stole 350 soms in a store

The suspect has been detained and placed in a temporary detention facility. According to the press service of the Internal Affairs Department of the Lenin District, a citizen named U.S. reported a robbery at a store. The incident occurred on February 21 in the village of Kashka-Bash. According to the victim, the perpetrator entered the store and, threatening the saleswoman born in 2008 with a knife, stole 350 soms and a mobile phone, after which he fled the scene of the crime. Based on the

23.02.2026, 17:49
In Uzbekistan, control over the export of cellulose and cotton products has been strengthened
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In Uzbekistan, control over the export of cellulose and cotton products has been strengthened

During the discussion, Deputy Prime Minister Jamshid Khojaev noted that the new measures do not imply a complete ban on exports but are aimed solely at enhancing the monitoring of export operations to reduce the risks of international sanctions. He emphasized that a lack of proper control could lead to sanction pressure on the entire financial system of the country, which, in turn, could cause disruptions in banking transactions. It should be noted that cellulose and cotton fluff can be used

23.02.2026, 17:48
The economy shapes the army: Chotbaev assessed the development path of the Armed Forces
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The economy shapes the army: Chotbaev assessed the development path of the Armed Forces

Colonel General Abdygul Chotbaev shared his opinion on Birinchi Radio that the state of the Armed Forces of Kyrgyzstan is directly related to the economic situation in the country. He noted that since the establishment of the army on May 29, 1992, it has faced numerous challenges, but despite delays in payments and food shortages, servicemen continued to fulfill their duty to the Motherland. Chotbaev expressed satisfaction with the current state of the Armed Forces, noting that in the last 3-4

23.02.2026, 17:48
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A fatal traffic accident occurred on the Osh—Batken—Razak highway: one dead, several injured

On February 21, at 10:40, a traffic accident occurred on the 23rd kilometer of the Osh—Batken—Razakov highway in the Osh region. This was reported by the press service of the Traffic Safety Department of the Osh region. According to preliminary data, the driver of a "Honda CRV," a resident of the city of Kyzyl-Kiya in the Batken region, lost control of the vehicle. As a result, the car left the roadway and overturned.

23.02.2026, 17:46
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Traffic will be restricted for one day at the railway crossing on Alykulov Street in Bishkek

Due to the ongoing track repair works, traffic will be restricted on February 25 through the guarded railway crossing on Alykulov Street at the "Sokuluk" - "Bishkek-1" section. This was reported by the press service of the State Enterprise "National Company 'Kyrgyz Temir Zholu'." The restrictions will last from 09:00 to 18:00. During this time, traffic will be conducted on the left lane in both directions. It is noted that all works have been coordinated

23.02.2026, 17:44
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Bekeshev proposes to introduce restrictions on transfers over 1 million soms

At the meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh Committee on Finance and Competition Development, held on February 23, Deputy Bekeshev stated the need to limit daily transfers exceeding 1 million soms. This proposal became part of the discussion on measures to combat fraud in the financial sector and online space. Deputy Interior Minister Nurbek Abdieyev reported that in 2025, 3,267 cases of fraud were registered, with investigations initiated in 1,547 of them. As a result, 834 cases were solved, while

23.02.2026, 17:38
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In the CIS, the Agreement on Cooperation in Tax Legislation Compliance is being updated

- Within the framework of the CIS, the Agreement on Cooperation and Mutual Assistance regarding compliance with tax legislation and combating offenses in this area, signed on June 4, 1999, is being updated. This was reported by the press service of the Executive Committee of the CIS. A working group focused on international cooperation and information exchange within the Coordination Council of Heads of Tax Services of the CIS held a meeting on February 19, 2026.

23.02.2026, 17:38
Three Citizens of Tajikistan Died in a Car Accident in Russia
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Three Citizens of Tajikistan Died in a Car Accident in Russia

The accident occurred on the 451st kilometer of the R-239 "Kazan — Orenburg" highway at around 4:00 PM. According to preliminary data, the collision involved Toyota and Mazda vehicles. At the time of the accident, there were five citizens of Tajikistan in the Toyota, while a local resident was driving the Mazda. The driver of the Mazda died at the scene. Three passengers in the Toyota sustained fatal injuries and died before the ambulance arrived.

23.02.2026, 17:34
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In Kara-Balta, a train hit a young man. He died in the hospital.

On February 23, a tragic incident occurred in Kara-Balta on Kozhomberdieva Street, near the railway crossing. According to local law enforcement, a young man aged between 20 and 25 was hit by a train. After the incident, the victim was urgently hospitalized, where doctors placed him in intensive care in a comatose state. Unfortunately, shortly thereafter, medical staff reported his death, as the injuries sustained from the collision were fatal.

23.02.2026, 17:29
In Bishkek, a fraudster wanted for over four years has been detained
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In Bishkek, a fraudster wanted for over four years has been detained

He promised a Kyrgyzstani he would help get his son out of prison in Russia for one million rubles. In Bishkek, officers of the Sverdlovsk District Department of Internal Affairs conducted a successful operation to detain a suspect in large-scale fraud. According to the press service, the detained individual, citizen I.E., born in 1985, had been wanted since the fall of 2021. The events began to unfold in April 2021, when M.K. reported to the police that from November 2020 to January 2021, a

23.02.2026, 17:29
Fish farms may begin "emigration" from Kyrgyzstan
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Fish farms may begin "emigration" from Kyrgyzstan

The main reason for this may be the introduction of restrictions on the import of fish feed. In the Republic of Kyrgyzstan, a ban on the import of fish feed may be introduced, as reported by Renad Dosaev, head of the Association of Fish Farms. According to him, farmers from various regions seek help every day. Contradictory information from government bodies creates an atmosphere of uncertainty, undermining trust from the business side. This situation may contribute to the

23.02.2026, 17:24
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The Bishkek City Police Department will allocate about 5 million soms for loudspeakers for vehicles.

In Bishkek, the Main Department of Internal Affairs has initiated a tender for the procurement of signaling loudspeakers (SLU) for its service vehicles. According to information posted on the government procurement portal, the allocation for the purchase of 60 devices is planned to be 4.8 million soms. These devices must comply with the technical regulations of the EAEU and be manufactured in one of the member countries of the union. The warranty period for operation will be at least two years.

23.02.2026, 17:20
The deputy announced a reduction in quotas for the treatment of Kyrgyz citizens in Turkey.
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The deputy announced a reduction in quotas for the treatment of Kyrgyz citizens in Turkey.

In 2025, only 48 people were able to receive treatment Deputy Gula Kozhokulova reported a reduction in quotas for medical treatment for citizens of Kyrgyzstan in Turkey at a meeting of the committee on international affairs, defense, and migration. During the discussion, information was presented about the work of the Embassy of Kyrgyzstan in Turkey for the period of 2024-2025, which was voiced by Ruslan Kazakbaev, the Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary Ambassador of Kyrgyzstan to Turkey.

23.02.2026, 17:16
By the end of 2025, 15,278 electric vehicles were registered in Kyrgyzstan
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By the end of 2025, 15,278 electric vehicles were registered in Kyrgyzstan

According to the report from the Ministry of Ecology and Natural Resources of Kyrgyzstan, by the end of 2025, there are 15,278 electric vehicles in the country, which accounts for 0.8% of the total number of registered vehicles. The agency noted that there is a steady increase in the popularity of electric vehicles in the republic. In 2022, 1,113 such vehicles were registered, in 2023 — 2,310, and in 2024 — 3,122.

23.02.2026, 17:10
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A fire broke out in the building on Fere Street

According to information received from witnesses, a building caught fire on Fere Street in Bishkek. This information has been confirmed by sources at Kaktus.media. Emergency Ministry employees are currently working at the scene of the incident. The causes of the fire and the area affected are still unknown.

23.02.2026, 17:09
Economy

Kyrgyzstan Introduced a Ban on Fertilizer Exports

The head of the government, Adylbek Kasymaliev, signed a decree introducing a temporary ban on the export of mineral fertilizers outside the customs territory of the EAEU. However, this does not apply to those fertilizers that were imported earlier from third countries and do not meet quality standards. Export of mineral fertilizers is also permitted within the framework of customs transit and as humanitarian aid provided by the government.

23.02.2026, 17:06
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Former MP Kunduazbek Sulaymanov explained his early resignation from the mandate

Kunduzbek Sulaymanov, who previously held the position of deputy in the Jogorku Kenesh, shared his thoughts regarding the early termination of his powers. He announced this on his social media pages. According to him, this decision was the result of a "careful analysis" of the situation. Sulaymanov emphasized that he has always sought to raise relevant issues concerning voters and respond to their appeals.

23.02.2026, 17:04
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Home Insurance in Kyrgyzstan: Rates Remain Social for Now

At the meeting of the parliamentary committee on finance, budget, entrepreneurship, and competition development, amendments to the law "On Mandatory Insurance of Residential Premises Against Fire and Natural Disasters" were discussed. According to the document proposed by the government, the insurance pool will be transformed into a legal entity and will be formed from a portion of the insurance premiums.

23.02.2026, 17:03
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The Prosecutor General's Office on Statements Regarding GKNB Employees

Currently, the Military Prosecutor's Office is conducting investigations into several cases involving a number of former employees of the State Committee for National Security (GKNB). It is also noted that various statements and appeals from citizens have been received. This was reported by the General Prosecutor's Office, specifying that information about the quantity and content of the materials is not subject to disclosure until the investigative actions are completed. It is worth

23.02.2026, 16:55
In Tatarstan, an oil pumping station caught fire after a drone attack
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In Tatarstan, an oil pumping station caught fire after a drone attack

According to local residents, several explosions were heard before the fire broke out, after which a large fire ignited at the station. The "Kaleikino" station is a key facility of JSC "Transneft — Prikamye" and serves as an important transport hub that receives and mixes various grades of oil from Western Siberia, Tatarstan, Udmurtia, and Bashkortostan. Here, oil is stored in tanks and pumped through main pipelines, including towards the Nizhnekamsk refinery and for export.

23.02.2026, 16:52
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Audiological Screening of Newborns in Kyrgyzstan. How the Program Works

As noted by the press service of the Ministry of Health, the program for audiological screening of newborns is actively developing, which allows for the detection of hearing impairments at early stages. This is particularly important, as hearing is a key element in the process of speech and communication development. After conducting diagnostics, medical specialists develop a treatment and rehabilitation plan. In cases of partial hearing loss, children are provided with hearing aids, as well as

23.02.2026, 16:52
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In Kemin, a new First Deputy Akim has been introduced: He was presented to the district's active members.

Today, February 23, the official presentation of the new First Deputy Akim of the Kemin District of the Chui Region, Almazbek Dubanaev, took place. This was reported by a Turmush correspondent. The head of the district, K. Tutuyev, announced the appointment of Almazbek Zhilkybaevich to this important position based on a decree from the Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic, after which he was officially introduced to the workforce.

23.02.2026, 16:52
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The new mayor of the city of Manas responded to criticism and compared the city's potential to that of the UAE.

At the press conference, the new mayor of the city of Manas, Abdupati Matkalikov, emphasized that his priority will be the development of tourism and industry in the region. Matkalikov noted that the proposal to take the position of mayor came as a surprise to him. "I have lived in Manas for 15 years. When I was told, 'Go and work for the good of your city,' I was surprised. I will try to justify the trust of our president and will make every effort to develop the state. We will

23.02.2026, 16:46
The technology left over from the Soviet era has become outdated: 20 tractors have been transferred to the Forestry Service
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The technology left over from the Soviet era has become outdated: 20 tractors have been transferred to the Forestry Service

The Forest Service, which is part of the Ministry of Emergency Situations, today received 20 tractors from a total of 116 units of equipment transferred by the Ministry of Emergency Situations. This was reported by Murataly Tagaev, the director of the Forest Service, in an interview with the "Kabar" agency. According to Tagaev, the new tractors will be intended for various economic tasks within the forest system.

23.02.2026, 16:41
Scandal: The EU subsidizes beef and lamb 580 times more than legumes
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Scandal: The EU subsidizes beef and lamb 580 times more than legumes

EuroNews reports that the EU is calling for the development of an Action Plan for the promotion of plant-based diets, which will help advance sustainable diets and support farmers in transitioning away from traditional livestock farming. EU subsidies for products that harm the climate, such as red meat, are criticized as a "scandalous" use of taxpayer money.

23.02.2026, 16:40