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Sadyr Japarov: Those who disrupt peace and order among citizens will answer before the law
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Sadyr Japarov: Those who disrupt peace and order among citizens will answer before the law

President Sadyr Japarov reassured citizens, explaining the situation surrounding Kamchybek Tashiev and assuring that stability both within the country and beyond its borders is maintained, and the safety of the people will be protected. – Hello, Sadyr Nurgozhoevich! Public figure and well-known sanzhyrachy Murat Zhetimishbaev expressed concern in one of his interviews about a possible rift between you and Kamchybek Tashiev, asking what might happen next.

26.02.2026, 14:02
Politics

"It will even be better than before." The President commented on the discord with Tashiev.

Sadyr Japarov, the President of Kyrgyzstan, in his recent interview for the national news agency "Kabar," addressed the concerns of citizens caused by the conflict with the former head of the State National Security Committee, Kamchybek Tashiev, and commented on what to expect next. “We should not make a tragedy out of this. Everything will be even better than before. Life goes on. If one friend leaves, I have more than 7 million supporters behind me. Our people and our holy state

26.02.2026, 14:01
Education

The Ministry of Education proposes to expand the work of the online school "Tunguch" with three new areas.

The Ministry of Education has proposed for discussion a draft resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers "On the pilot project 'Online School 'Tunguch' dated March 19, 2025, No. 136, which includes the expansion of the functionality of this school. One of the key changes will be the introduction of online preparation for students for Olympiads at both the republican and international levels. As part of this initiative, in-depth courses in core subjects, as well as individual

26.02.2026, 14:00
Iskender Sulaymanov appointed Deputy Minister of Emergency Situations
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Iskender Sulaymanov appointed Deputy Minister of Emergency Situations

Iskender Sulaymanov. Photo from the internet Iskender Sulaymanov has been appointed to the position of Deputy Minister of Emergency Situations of the Kyrgyz Republic, as reported by the press service of the Ministry of Emergency Situations. He was born in Kara-Balta in 1985 and is of Kyrgyz nationality. Sulaymanov holds the military rank of reserve lieutenant colonel.

26.02.2026, 13:59
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Adylbek Kasymaliev met with representatives of a Chinese company regarding the construction of a hydroelectric power station and water supply system.

- At a meeting with representatives of Guangdong Holdings Limited, the Chairman of the Cabinet, Adylbek Kasymaliev, emphasized the importance of creating hydroelectric power stations and water supply systems. According to the press service, the representatives of the holding expressed their readiness to participate in the implementation of these projects.

26.02.2026, 13:56
Sports

The opponents of the Kyrgyzstan national team at the World Championship have been determined

The announcement of all the teams that the Kyrgyzstan national ice hockey team will face at the World Championship for second division teams in 2026 has taken place. It is worth noting that in 2025, the Kyrgyz team won the title of champion of the third division tournament (Group A), which was held from April 21 to 27 in Turkey. This achievement earned the team gold medals and a spot in the second division (Group B) for 2026.

26.02.2026, 13:54
In Kyrgyzstan, 1200 people evade alimony
Society

In Kyrgyzstan, 1200 people evade alimony

In 2025, 60,000 enforcement orders for alimony cases were registered. At a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, it was reported that 1200 people in the country are evading alimony payments. This information became known during the discussion of a new draft law "On Amendments to Certain Legislative Acts of the Kyrgyz Republic." Deputy Mahabat Mavlyanova raised the issue, noting that women seeking alimony or other legal rights sometimes face intimidation and violence from men.

26.02.2026, 13:50
Economy

Chinese Guangdong Holdings Interested in the Energy Potential of Kyrgyzstan

The meeting took place between the Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers and the Head of the Presidential Administration of the Kyrgyz Republic, Adylbek Kasymaliev, and representatives of the Chinese holding Guangdong Holdings Limited. Kasymaliev emphasized that the Cabinet of Ministers attaches great importance to the work of the National Investment Fund of the Kyrgyz Republic and considers attracting foreign investments to be key for the socio-economic development of the country.

26.02.2026, 13:47
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The Jogorku Kenesh reviewed in the first reading a draft law aimed at improving the system of mandatory housing insurance.

At today's meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, held on February 26, the deputies discussed and approved in the first reading a draft law concerning amendments to a number of legislative acts of the Kyrgyz Republic. In particular, the amendments affect the Civil Code and the law on "Mandatory Insurance of Residential Premises Against Fire and Natural Disasters." The draft law was presented by the Chairman of the State Service for Regulation and Supervision of the Financial Market under

26.02.2026, 13:43
Starting April 1, online vehicle registration will begin in Kyrgyzstan
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Starting April 1, online vehicle registration will begin in Kyrgyzstan

Starting from April 1 of this year, the option for online vehicle registration will be launched in Kyrgyzstan through the "Tündük" application. This became known thanks to Kanibek Tumanbaev, the head of the president's office, during his visit to the state institution "Unaa" in Osh. As Tumanbaev noted, citizens will no longer need to visit the institution in person to register a vehicle. The new approach will help avoid long queues and allow for remote registration.

26.02.2026, 13:41
Politics

The Housing Complex approved the bill to improve the mandatory housing insurance system

Today, February 26, at a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, deputies discussed and approved in the first reading a draft law concerning amendments to several legislative acts of Kyrgyzstan, including the Civil Code and the law on mandatory insurance of housing against fires and natural disasters. The Chairman of the State Service for Regulation and Supervision of the Financial Market under the Ministry of Economy and Commerce, Marat Pirnazarov, presented information about the draft law. He

26.02.2026, 13:41
Society

A Family from Talas Showed a 100-Year-Old "Jainamaz"

A family from the Talas region carefully preserves a prayer mat — "jainamaz," which was used by their ancestor over a hundred years ago. This information was shared by ecologist and local historian Gamal Soronkulov. According to Soronkulov, during the month of Orozo, there is a revival of the tradition of ooz achar — breaking the fast. "Recently, I visited Ilyas Jarmanbetov in the Bakai-Ata district, and after breaking the fast, we performed the evening prayer together. Among the

26.02.2026, 13:39
World

UN: Illegal Waste Trade Brings in $18 Billion a Year

According to estimates by experts from the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC), illegal waste trafficking generates about $18 billion annually. A study conducted by UNODC has revealed the scale of illegal waste management and its negative consequences for the environment and human health. The report details the methods used by criminal groups and companies to participate in this illegal market.

26.02.2026, 13:36
Society

In Kyrgyzstan, the rules of notarial activity have been updated

The Ministry of Justice of the Kyrgyz Republic has prepared new amendments to the rules of notarial activity, which were approved by the resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of the KR No. 121, dated February 19, 2026. According to the new rules, the fee for each notarial action must now be paid through a payment platform that is integrated into the Unified Information System of Notariat (UISN). Payment must be made on the day of the notarial action and the issuance of legally significant

26.02.2026, 13:35
"Deadly Battle" Continues. The Trailer for the Second Film Has Been Released
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"Deadly Battle" Continues. The Trailer for the Second Film Has Been Released

Recently, the trailer for the film "Mortal Kombat 2" (also known as "Mortal Kombat 2") was presented. The first part of this franchise was released in 2021. Photo from the internet The plot of the film focuses on elite fighters from Earthrealm who participate in a dangerous magical tournament against invaders from another dimension. Their goal is to protect humanity from total enslavement in brutal duels. The film will once again feature Tadanobu Asano and Hiroyuki Sanada.

26.02.2026, 13:32
The number of citizens wishing to obtain housing under the preferential program is large — GIK
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The number of citizens wishing to obtain housing under the preferential program is large — GIK

Within the framework of the "My Home" program, the largest number of applications has been received from citizens who submitted documents for the "Preferential Mortgage." This was reported by Kylchbek Keldibekov, head of the sales department of the State Mortgage Company, on the air of Birinchi Radio. According to data updated on August 29, 2025, there are 35,459 people registered in the queue for the "Preferential Mortgage" on the company's website.

26.02.2026, 13:31
A Dog Created a Computer Game Using AI
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A Dog Created a Computer Game Using AI

Caleb Leak, the author of a YouTube channel, conceived an unusual experiment: to make a neural network create code for a game based on commands it received from his dog. Momo, by playing with her paws on the keyboard, sent random symbols that the AI turned into a finished project on the Godot engine. For this experiment, Caleb chose a dog named Momo, a Cavapoo breed. The owner placed a Bluetooth keyboard on the floor, which was connected to a Raspberry Pi 5. Every time Momo stepped on the

26.02.2026, 13:31