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A Woman Died After Self-Immolation at Issyk-Kul - Details
Incidents / Exclusive

A Woman Died After Self-Immolation at Issyk-Kul - Details

A tragedy occurred in Issyk-Kul: a woman, the mother of a minor girl, committed self-immolation. According to information provided by the press service of the Issyk-Kul region, on February 25, 2026, a report was received at the internal affairs department of the Ak-Suu district stating that the 17-year-old daughter of a resident of the village of Ak-Suu, M.A., born in 2009, is 16 weeks pregnant. The girl's mother, also M.A., was born in 1985. The investigative authorities interrogated the

26.02.2026, 10:06
The Strength of Begayim: How a Mother of a Special Needs Child Builds a Business for Her Children's Future
Society

The Strength of Begayim: How a Mother of a Special Needs Child Builds a Business for Her Children's Future

Photo 24.kg. Begayim with her younger son Beknur Begayim is a mother of many, raising three children. Their lives changed dramatically with the birth of her youngest son Beknur, who was diagnosed with microcephaly and epilepsy. Instead of asking for help, she decided to create an online business to support her family and assist her husband in providing for their children. Every purchase of her products becomes an investment in their family's future. Pregnancy and Difficult Trials Begayim

26.02.2026, 10:05
Politics

The Old Stock Exchange Law is Being Repealed: How the Government Will Rewrite Trading Rules

A draft of a new legislative act "On Commodity Exchanges" has been presented to the Jogorku Kenesh, which is intended to completely replace the existing law regulating exchange trading that has been in effect since 1992. The new document defines the rules for the functioning of commodity exchanges, participants in trading, and the system of state control. According to the proposed draft, commodity exchanges will be established exclusively in the form of joint-stock companies and will

26.02.2026, 10:05
Economy

The NESC will purchase gas-insulated switchgear for 112 million soms.

The National Electric Network of Kyrgyzstan (NESC) has announced a tender for the purchase of gas-insulated switchgear operating at voltages of 110 and 220 kilovolts, with a total cost of 112 million soms. This equipment is intended to enhance the reliability of high-voltage substations and improve the resilience of the energy system to emergency situations. The modernization will affect key sections of the main networks.

26.02.2026, 10:01
Politics

The deputy is interested in whether there will be a "political thaw" regarding a number of initiated cases.

Today, at a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, Deputy Elvira Surabaldiyeva raised the question of whether there will be a "political thaw" regarding a number of initiated criminal cases. She noted that after recent significant political events, she received numerous complaints about illegal seizure of property and threats that forced people to withdraw from participating in elections.

26.02.2026, 09:59
Politics

The deputy called to provide food for detainees in the temporary detention facility.

Today, during a session of the Jogorku Kenesh, Deputy Mahabat Mavlyanova raised the issue of the need to provide food for detainees held in temporary detention facilities (IVS). According to the parliamentarian, she was approached by the families of the detained, who expressed dissatisfaction that their loved ones are not receiving adequate nutrition in the IVS.

26.02.2026, 09:59
Society

In Almaty, there are demands to introduce biometrics for couriers and to prohibit hiring foreigners.

After the incident with the courier that occurred on February 14, 2024, in Almaty, the police are demanding stricter regulations for delivery services. This became known during a meeting attended by representatives of the largest aggregators, the prosecutor's office, city authorities, and the public, as reported by Informburo.kz. The incident that prompted the meeting involved a courier who, after delivering flowers, began to harass a girl and was arrested for seven days.

26.02.2026, 09:58
A Tax Calendar for Citizens of Kyrgyzstan Has Been Developed: Simple and to the Point
Economy

A Tax Calendar for Citizens of Kyrgyzstan Has Been Developed: Simple and to the Point

The state institution "Salyk Service" has developed a new tax calendar aimed at helping citizens of the Kyrgyz Republic better navigate their tax obligations. This was reported by the institution's PR department. As practice shows, even with general information, many people face difficulties in understanding their specific tax obligations. The new calendar is designed to simplify this process by providing clear instructions for each type of tax and deadlines for their payment.

26.02.2026, 09:56
Society

Deadline for Document Submission Extended at the Academy of the State Committee for National Security of the Kyrgyz Republic and the FSB of Russia

The State Committee for National Security of the Kyrgyz Republic continues the process of recruiting candidates for five years of study at the Academy of the State Committee for National Security named after Lieutenant General A.K. Bakaev and the Academy of the FSB of Russia. In order to ensure a quality and competitive selection of applicants, the deadlines for submitting documents have been extended until March 13, 2026.

26.02.2026, 09:52
An employee of the GKNB was offered a bribe in gold bars.
Incidents

An employee of the GKNB was offered a bribe in gold bars.

In Kyrgyzstan, a man was detained for attempting to offer a bribe in the form of two gold bars weighing 200 grams each to an employee of the State National Security Committee of the Kyrgyz Republic (GKNB). This information was announced by the press service of the State National Security Committee. According to available information, this illegal reward was intended to be given in order to achieve a favorable decision regarding a criminal case currently under review.

26.02.2026, 09:51
Politics

In Kyrgyzstan, they want to introduce fines for children leaving to receive religious education

A draft law has been presented to the Jogorku Kenesh concerning amendments to a number of legislative acts related to the religious sphere. The main provision of the document is a complete ban on leaving the country for citizens of the Kyrgyz Republic under the age of 18 for the purpose of obtaining religious education. In addition, the draft law introduces liability for parents and other individuals who support such travel. As part of the proposed changes, a clause is added to the Children’s

26.02.2026, 09:48
Education

A meeting with parents and school directors on adolescent safety was held in Bishkek.

On February 25, another meeting organized by the city hall took place in Bishkek, involving parents and school directors from the Lenin and Oktyabr districts. The event was held at the State Department of Internal Affairs and became part of the traditional meetings with the parent community. This was reported by the press service of the capital's city hall. Attending the meeting were Bishkek's vice-mayor Viktoria Mozgacheva, the director of the Department of Education Rakhmat Musaev,

26.02.2026, 09:47
In Kyrgyzstan, 5 fires were registered in the past 24 hours
Incidents / Exclusive

In Kyrgyzstan, 5 fires were registered in the past 24 hours

The Ministry of Emergency Situations of Kyrgyzstan reported that 5 cases of fire were registered in the past 24 hours. According to the information from the agency, 3 fires occurred in the Osh region, while one each occurred in the Batken region and in the city of Osh itself. A total of 5 fire brigades were involved in extinguishing the flames. No rescue services were required to respond.

26.02.2026, 09:47
Society

Students will become public assistants to deputies. A Youth Council has been established in the Housing Committee.

On February 26, during a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, Deputy Tabildy Muratbekov announced the creation of a Youth Affairs Council under the Speaker. He noted that the Kyrgyz people are fortunate to live on their land and preserve their roots and history. In his speech, Muratbekov shared memories of his studies in China, where he interacted with Chinese Kyrgyz. According to him, the dreams of Kyrgyz living abroad are often connected to visiting their historical homeland, Issyk-Kul and

26.02.2026, 09:44
Incidents

The plot of land has been returned to the state in the Bazar-Korgon district

The General Prosecutor's Office reported the return of a land plot in the Bazar-Korgon district to municipal ownership, which was illegally seized. As part of the inspection of compliance with land legislation of the Kyrgyz Republic, conducted by the prosecutor's office of the Bazar-Korgon district, it was established that in 2006, a 9.2-hectare agricultural land plot located in the village of 1 Maya of the Kenesh rural administration was transferred to private ownership in violation

26.02.2026, 09:40
Strong winds are expected today in Bishkek and the Chui region.
Society / Exclusive

Strong winds are expected today in Bishkek and the Chui region.

In Bishkek and the Chui region, variable weather conditions are expected over the next three hours and throughout the day on February 26. According to information provided by the Hydrometeorology Service of the Ministry of Emergency Situations of the Kyrgyz Republic, the wind speed blowing from the west may reach 15-20 meters per second.

26.02.2026, 09:39
Society

Children of Heroine Mothers to Receive a 50% Discount on Education

A project concerning the provision of state educational benefits to the children of women awarded the "Batyr Ene" order was presented in the Jogorku Kenesh. According to this document, it is proposed to establish a 50% discount on tuition fees for this category of students in higher educational institutions of Kyrgyzstan, regardless of their ownership form and departmental affiliation. This benefit will only apply during the first stage of obtaining higher education.

26.02.2026, 09:35