Education / Exclusive

The best driving school cadets in the Kyrgyz Republic will be allowed to take the exam after 4 months.

In Kyrgyzstan, under the instruction of President Sadyr Japarov, work is underway to update the educational standards for driving schools. This was reported by Kanbek Tumanbaev, the head of the president's office. He noted that in a test mode, cadets who demonstrate excellent results will have the opportunity to take exams just four months after the start of their training.

09.02.2026, 16:00

Society / Exclusive

A Food Fair Took Place in Naryn

Today, a farmers' market took place in the central square of Naryn, where farmers from the rural area of Min-Bulak in the Naryn region showcased their products. On the stalls, a variety of natural products could be seen, such as meat, ghee (clarified butter), bread, and other goods. There were also feed wheat and barley for sale. Beef and horse meat (taiga) were sold at a price of 650 soms per kilogram, which is 70 soms lower than the price of similar products in urban markets.

09.02.2026, 15:56

Society / Exclusive

The situation with the detained Kyrgyzstani in Chicago is under special control – Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic has made a statement regarding the incident that occurred in Chicago involving citizen B.B. The department reported that a meeting with the relatives of the detained individual has already taken place. In addition, the Consulate General of Kyrgyzstan in Chicago has established contact with B.B. During the phone conversation, legal consultations and recommendations for further actions were provided.

09.02.2026, 15:55

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The time to obtain a permit form for automobile transportation to China has been reduced from 24 hours to 10 minutes, - Cabinet of Ministers

- The time required to obtain a permit for international road transport to China is now just 10 minutes instead of the previous 24 hours. This information was announced on February 9 by representatives of the press service of the Cabinet of Ministers. During a government meeting, the Chairman of the Cabinet and the head of the Presidential Administration of the Kyrgyz Republic, Adylbek Kasymaliev, presented the results of two reforms implemented under the "Government Accelerators"

09.02.2026, 15:51

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Bishkek and Astana to Strengthen Cooperation in Housing and Utilities and Digitalization

The meeting held on February 6 between Kudaibergen Bazarbaev, the Ambassador of Kyrgyzstan to Kazakhstan, and the Akim of Astana, Zhenis Kasymbek, was an important step in strengthening ties between the two capitals. The press service of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Kyrgyzstan reported that the meeting discussed ways to implement previously reached agreements, as well as prospects for further cooperation between Bishkek and Astana.

09.02.2026, 15:48

Society / Exclusive

In Osh, nearly 873,000 soms in child support was collected for three children

The Judicial Enforcement Service of the Kyrgyz Republic announced the full collection of an alimony debt amounting to 872,516 soms in the city of Osh. As specified by the agency, the case was under consideration in the city department of the Judicial Enforcement Service, and the debt was incurred by the debtor D.E. in favor of B.E. to provide for the maintenance of three children until they reach adulthood. Thanks to the measures taken, the debt of 872,516 soms was successfully collected and

09.02.2026, 15:48

World / Exclusive

Elon Musk Will Build a City on the Moon in the Next 10 Years

American billionaire Elon Musk announced that his company SpaceX has shifted its priorities to the development of a self-sustaining city on the Moon. He is confident that this project can be realized in less than ten years. In contrast, creating a similar settlement on Mars, according to him, will take more than 20 years, as reported by the news agency Kazinform. Musk noted that "the main task is to ensure the future of humanity, and the Moon provides a quicker opportunity for this.

09.02.2026, 15:44

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For carriers in Kyrgyzstan, the procedure for crossing borders with EAEU countries has been simplified, - Cabinet of Ministers

- In 100 days, an updated data exchange mechanism between relevant authorities was implemented in accordance with the requirements of the EAEU, the press service of the President of Kyrgyzstan reported. Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers and Head of the President's Administration of the Kyrgyz Republic, Adylbek Kasymaliev, announced the results of two reforms carried out under the "Government Accelerators" program at a staff meeting.

09.02.2026, 15:36

Ecology / Exclusive

In Bishkek, an environmental regulation violator was fined 23,000 soms

During a scheduled inspection conducted by the regional office for Bishkek and the Alamudun district of the Environmental and Technical Supervision Service, vehicles were analyzed. According to the Ministry of Natural Resources, violations of existing legislation were identified as a result of the inspection. Based on the findings of the inspection, the violator was fined 23,000 soms. The Environmental and Technical Supervision Service strongly recommends that all business entities strictly

09.02.2026, 15:26

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The Sanitary and Epidemiological Supervision of Kyrgyzstan has announced a list of questionable dietary supplements. The list has been published.

In order to protect public health, the Department of Disease Prevention strongly recommends refraining from using the following dietary supplements that do not meet established standards: List of products:

09.02.2026, 15:23

Incidents / Exclusive

In Tamchy, the state returned land plots of the former machine yard.

As a result of an inspection conducted by the State Committee for National Security (GKNB) of the Kyrgyz Republic, it was established that the territory of the former machine yard of the Ministry of Agriculture in the village of Tamchy was illegally transferred to private ownership. According to the information from the security service, from 2000 to 2004, the specified property was sold to third parties by the Republican Center for Land and Agrarian Reform under the Ministry of Agriculture

09.02.2026, 15:18

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Israel warned the US about a possible strike on Iran

During recent meetings with American partners, Israeli military officials presented a number of strategies aimed at destroying Iranian missile facilities. One Israeli army officer characterized the current time as a "historic opportunity" to deliver a powerful strike on Iran's missile infrastructure, which would neutralize threats posed by Iran to both Israel and neighboring countries. However, Israeli representatives expressed concerns that in the event of a conflict, the US

09.02.2026, 15:16

Society / Exclusive

The CEC approved the form and text of the ballot for the repeat elections in district No. 13

The Central Election Commission of the Kyrgyz Republic held a meeting on February 9, during which the ballots for the repeat elections of deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh in the multi-mandate constituency No. 13 were discussed. These elections are scheduled for March 1, 2026. According to information from the CEC, a protocol was adopted, which recorded the results of the drawing to determine the order of candidates on the ballot. As a result, the form and text of the ballot for the repeat voting

09.02.2026, 15:08

Incidents / Exclusive

In Osh, schemes related to parking at residential complexes have been uncovered. Officials from the architecture department have been detained.

In the city of Osh, schemes related to manipulations in the design of parking lots for residential complexes were uncovered. As a result, several officials from the architectural service were detained. According to information from the State Committee for National Security (GKNB) of Kyrgyzstan, design organizations and construction firms used schemes based on providing false data about the availability of parking spaces for residents. This data served as the basis for approving construction

09.02.2026, 14:51

Society / Exclusive

In Balıkçı, events were held to regulate the population of wolves and jackals

Employees of the Balakchy Department of Internal Affairs, together with representatives of the Issyk-Kul Regional Association of Hunters, conducted a planned biotechnical event aimed at reducing the number of coyotes in the vicinity of the city. This event was part of efforts to control the population of dangerous predators in the steppes. According to the press service of the Internal Affairs Department of the Issyk-Kul region, the main goal of this initiative was to prevent the uncontrolled

09.02.2026, 14:51

Society / Exclusive

In the Chui Region, a illegally privatized irrigation pool was returned to the state

In the Chuy region, a case of illegal privatization of a daily regulation reservoir (DRR) has been discovered, which is classified as part of the water infrastructure under the jurisdiction of the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, Processing Industry, and Melioration of the Kyrgyz Republic. This reservoir is located in the Issyk-Ata district. According to information, on November 30, 1999, based on a transfer act, this reservoir was unlawfully transferred to the agricultural production

09.02.2026, 14:49

Society / Exclusive

In Kyrgyzstan, enrollment in state driving schools has begun

In the Kyrgyz Republic, the official acceptance of applications for training in state driving schools has begun, along with the implementation of updated driver training programs. This was reported by the office of the president of the country. Applications are accepted exclusively in online format through the official resource avtomektep.srs.kg. To submit an application, it is necessary to fill in personal data, specify the region of training and the category of driver's license, and

09.02.2026, 14:40

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Ministry of Natural Resources: After the Aalaman Ulaq event in the Uzgen District, measures are being taken to clean the area of garbage

After the completion of the alaman ulak, which took place in the Uzgen district, the Ministry of Natural Resources of Kyrgyzstan reported instances of unauthorized waste disposal at the event site. In response to this situation, the Osh regional office of the Environmental and Technical Supervision Service under the Ministry of Natural Resources and Ecology of the Kyrgyz Republic has begun to take necessary measures. In particular, official requests for cleaning the area of waste have been

09.02.2026, 14:36

Society / Exclusive

In Russia, 66 Kyrgyz citizens received 1 million rubles in salary arrears

The Ministry of Labor, Social Security and Migration of the Kyrgyz Republic in the Russian Federation provided support to 66 citizens of Kyrgyzstan who faced the issue of unpaid wages. The agency reported that after a collective appeal from the Kyrgyz citizens, all necessary measures were taken with LLC PSO "Gazspetsstroy".

09.02.2026, 14:32

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In Kyrgyzstan, personal assistants are exempt from independently obtaining an insurance policy.

Furthermore, starting from March 1, 2026, personal assistants will no longer be required to independently arrange for mandatory state insurance policies. This responsibility will be assigned to the territorial divisions of the Ministry of Labor and the tax service. These changes are aimed at simplifying the process of monthly payment for services for personal assistants who help children and people with disabilities.

09.02.2026, 14:31

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Three Employees of Bishkek's "Unaa" City Department Arrested for Document Forgery

It has been reported that a criminal group led by I.T. organized the illegal registration of vehicles arriving from neighboring countries based on forged documents. These actions were carried out with the assistance of employees from the State Center for Vehicle Registration and Driver Licensing of the Presidential Administration, who facilitated the fictitious entry of data into registration databases. According to the investigation, 244 individuals were registered through one intermediary,

09.02.2026, 14:20

Economy / Exclusive

The Ministry of Agriculture reported on the prices of raw milk in Kyrgyzstan

The Deputy Minister of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Food Industry, Zhanibek Kerimaliev, reported that the prices for purchasing raw milk in the country depend on the time of year. From September 15 to March 15, dairy processing enterprises set prices ranging from 32 to 48 soms per liter. “In the summer, the minimum price for milk is 32 soms per liter, while in the winter it can reach 48 soms. The services of milk collectors cost an average of 5 soms per liter,” added Kerimaliev. He also

09.02.2026, 14:17

Health / Exclusive

The Ministry of Health of the Kyrgyz Republic warns against unsafe dietary supplements (list of medications)

The Department of Disease Prevention and Sanitary-Epidemiological Surveillance of the Kyrgyz Republic informs the public about potential dangers associated with the use of dietary supplements that do not meet the standards of the Technical Regulations of the Eurasian Economic Union. The agency strongly recommends refraining from purchasing and using them. According to the Ministry of Health, the mentioned products do not meet the requirements of TR TS 021/2011 "On the Safety of Food

09.02.2026, 14:03

Sports / Exclusive

The championship of the Kyrgyz Republic in boxing among youth has started in the Osh region.

Today, the championship of the republic in boxing for boys born in 2012 and 2013 has started in the Osh region. This was reported by the regional representatives. At the official opening ceremony, Amanakan Kenjebaev, the head of the Osh region, was present. In his speech, he wished good luck to the participants and expressed hope that the strongest would win. Additionally, a certificate for 200,000 soms was handed over from the representation to ensure a high level of competition organization.

09.02.2026, 14:02