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The State Financial Supervision has revoked 111 licenses from pawnshops since 2021

- Since the beginning of 2021, the State Financial Supervision has conducted 285 inspections of pawnshops, according to information from the agency. As a result of these inspections, 111 licenses were revoked, 11 licenses were temporarily suspended, and 290 fines totaling 8 million 414 thousand soms were imposed. The agency clarifies that inspections were carried out both in a remote format and during on-site supervision, using a risk-oriented approach and thorough analysis of reporting to

25.02.2026, 17:37
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Former head of the Main Directorate for Combating Organized Crime of the Ministry of Internal Affairs appointed as the first deputy mayor of the city of Manas

The first deputy mayor of Manas is Davlyanov Damirbek Taiyrbekovich, according to an order signed by Mayor Abdupat Matkalikov. Damirbek Davlyanov, born on March 21, 1986, in Osh, holds a higher education degree obtained from the Academy of the Ministry of Internal Affairs in the specialty of "Jurisprudence." Since October 26, 2017, he has been acting as the head of the Department for Combating Organized Crime of the Ministry of Internal Affairs [head of the UBOB SKM of the

25.02.2026, 17:33
Incidents

The group of sellers from the "Turatali" market filed a complaint about the sale of trading spots: What they were told

In the Kara-Suu district, a scandal has erupted around the state market "Turatal," where its director, Nurbek Ergeshov, is accused of selling trading spots. At a press conference held on February 25 at AKIpress-Osh, several traders expressed their dissatisfaction with the current situation at the market, particularly in the wholesale section where kalpaks are sold. According to the traders, Ergeshov offers new spots in a recently constructed building to tenants at prices ranging from

25.02.2026, 17:27
A factory for the production of irrigation equipment will be built in the Chui region.
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A factory for the production of irrigation equipment will be built in the Chui region.

A new factory is planned to be built in the Chui region, which will focus on the production of irrigation equipment. According to the Ministry of Economy and Commerce of the Kyrgyz Republic, the project is being implemented with the support of Turkish investors. According to the agency, the Trade Representation of Kyrgyzstan in Turkey is actively negotiating with the investor regarding the implementation of this project, which will be located in the Moscow district on a plot of 10 hectares in

25.02.2026, 17:27
In Bishkek, force gauges are being dismantled
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In Bishkek, force gauges are being dismantled

The Land Use Control Department is actively conducting raids aimed at dismantling force meters installed in the capital. During a recent raid in the Lenin district, 17 force meters installed in violation of regulations were dismantled, according to information from the city hall.

25.02.2026, 17:26
New Eruption of Semeru Volcano Recorded in Central Indonesia
World / Exclusive

New Eruption of Semeru Volcano Recorded in Central Indonesia

A new eruption of Mount Semeru has occurred in central Indonesia. According to the Report agency, citing information from Antara, ash rose to a height of 3,000 meters above the crater, which corresponds to 6,676 meters above sea level. The Center for Volcanology and Geological Hazard Mitigation of Indonesia has warned residents and tourists to stay at least 5 kilometers away from the crater due to the potential for hot rocks to be ejected. Adelya Klycheva

25.02.2026, 17:15
Turkish company AKPLAS invests in an irrigation systems factory in Kyrgyzstan
Economy

Turkish company AKPLAS invests in an irrigation systems factory in Kyrgyzstan

Photo by the Ministry of Economy and Commerce of the Kyrgyz Republic. An irrigation systems factory will be built in Kyrgyzstan In the territory of the Moscow district, located in the Chui region, the establishment of a factory specializing in the production of equipment for drip and sprinkler irrigation is planned. This information was announced by the Ministry of Economy and Commerce of the Kyrgyz Republic. According to the provided data, the new production complex will occupy a land area of

25.02.2026, 17:09
Migrants from Belarus are being smuggled into Poland through secret tunnels
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Migrants from Belarus are being smuggled into Poland through secret tunnels

The Polish Border Guard reported that in 2025, four such underground structures were discovered, including a recently uncovered tunnel. It extends 50 meters into Belarusian territory and 10 meters into Poland, with a height of 1.5 meters. The entrance on the Belarusian side is camouflaged among the trees. Data indicates that the tunnel was used by 180 migrants, primarily from Afghanistan and Pakistan. Military analysts who studied video footage of the tunnel noted that it is impossible to

25.02.2026, 17:09
Incidents

Suicide of a Newlywed and Connection with a Villager: Before the Incident, He Had a Quarrel with His Wife

The Internal Affairs Department of the Naryn Region provided information about a tragic incident that occurred in the village of Baizak in the Jumgal district. According to the data from the police press service, on February 13 at approximately 03:03, a report was received by the "102" service stating that a resident of the village Baizak, 27-year-old S.D., was found hanging in a cattle shed located on his property.

25.02.2026, 17:09
Bus driver Urmat speaks six languages fluently and is learning a seventh.
Society

Bus driver Urmat speaks six languages fluently and is learning a seventh.

Urmat Kalmatov, 39, has managed to master not only his native Kyrgyz but also Arabic, English, Korean, Turkish, and Russian. He is currently actively studying German. “I entered this profession due to life circumstances. Previously, I prepared for work in Europe, obtaining categories C and D for driving trucks, but I couldn't find a job in that field due to lack of experience and started working here,” Urmat shares.

25.02.2026, 17:06
A new prosecutor's office building opened in the Issyk-Kul region
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A new prosecutor's office building opened in the Issyk-Kul region

The grand opening of the new administrative building of the prosecutor's office took place in the Issyk-Kul region, as reported by the press service of the supervisory authority. The new prosecutor's office was built in accordance with modern standards, which should contribute to the effective work of its employees. Attorney General M. Asanaliev noted that this event is part of the state program to strengthen the institutional foundations of the prosecutor's office and

25.02.2026, 17:04
In Bishkek, the 70th anniversary of the patriarch of Kyrgyz diplomacy Muratbek Imanaliev was celebrated
Society

In Bishkek, the 70th anniversary of the patriarch of Kyrgyz diplomacy Muratbek Imanaliev was celebrated

A solemn event dedicated to the 70th anniversary of Muratbek Sansyzbaevich Imanaliev — an outstanding diplomat and public figure — took place at the Diplomatic Academy under the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Kyrgyzstan. At the round table titled "Muratbek Imanaliev: Professional Path and Contribution to the Development of the SCO," representatives of the diplomatic corps, scholars, veterans of foreign service, and the jubilar's family gathered. In his video address, Foreign

25.02.2026, 17:03
Education

The Ministry of Education spoke about the requirements for school uniforms

According to the resolution of the Government of the Kyrgyz Republic dated August 12, 2015, No. 572, school uniforms must adhere to a classic style. This was reported by the Ministry of Education in response to the initiative of Deputy Dastan Bekeshev of the Jogorku Kenesh to ease the requirements for school uniforms. The ministry emphasizes that this document was developed taking into account the opinions of parents, students, and experts, as well as the climatic conditions and temperature

25.02.2026, 17:01
Foreign Beggars Want to Be Deported from Kyrgyzstan
Politics

Foreign Beggars Want to Be Deported from Kyrgyzstan

The detention of Kyrgyz beggars will become a practice During a meeting of the parliamentary committee on law enforcement, crime prevention, and anti-corruption, a draft law was discussed and adopted in the first reading, concerning amendments to several legislative acts, including the Code of Offenses and the law "On External Migration".

25.02.2026, 17:00
Galina Bayterek Introduced to the Team of "Kyrgyz Tuusu"
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Galina Bayterek Introduced to the Team of "Kyrgyz Tuusu"

The official presentation of the new head, Galina Bayterek, took place at the publishing house "Kyrgyz Tuusu," as reported by the Ministry of Culture, Information, and Youth Policy of the Kyrgyz Republic. The presentation was conducted under the leadership of Daiyrbek Orunbekov, who heads the information policy service of the President's Administration of the Kyrgyz Republic. During the event, key areas for the development of state mass media were outlined, including tasks for

25.02.2026, 16:56
The South of Kazakhstan Faces Water Shortage
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The South of Kazakhstan Faces Water Shortage

During the government meeting on Tuesday, Minister Nurzhigitov outlined water use limits for regions such as Kyzylorda, Almaty, Zhambyl, Turkestan, and Zhetysu. Given the current situation, the limits for Zhambyl region will be revised and reduced. It is expected that the new data will be communicated to local authorities by March 1. The minister paid special attention to the Aral-Syrdarya and Shu-Talas basins. According to him, the water level in the Toktogul reservoir is 1.5 cubic kilometers

25.02.2026, 16:56
The Parliament of Kyrgyzstan approved in the first reading the law on changing the status of border crossing points with Kazakhstan.
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The Parliament of Kyrgyzstan approved in the first reading the law on changing the status of border crossing points with Kazakhstan.

Today, February 25, during a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, deputies reviewed and approved a bill concerning the ratification of a protocol on amendments to the agreement between the Governments of Kyrgyzstan and Kazakhstan regarding border crossing points, signed on August 22, 2025, in Bishkek. This decision was made in the first reading. Speaking at the meeting, the chairman of the State Border Service of Kyrgyzstan, Abdikarim Alimbaev, reported that the bill proposes changing the status of

25.02.2026, 16:51
The Ministry of Digital Development summarized its work for the year 2025
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The Ministry of Digital Development summarized its work for the year 2025

The Deputy Prime Minister of the Kyrgyz Republic, Edil Baisalov, participated in a meeting of the board of the Ministry of Digital Development and Innovative Technologies, as reported by the government press service. The meeting reviewed the results of the ministry's work for 2025 and outlined key tasks for 2026. Board members presented their reports on digital transformation and information security, and discussed the performance results of subordinate divisions, including the Service

25.02.2026, 16:43
The II Meeting of the Organizing Committee for the Fifth Anniversary of Actions for the Development of Mountain Territories Has Taken Place
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The II Meeting of the Organizing Committee for the Fifth Anniversary of Actions for the Development of Mountain Territories Has Taken Place

/. The second meeting of the Organizational Committee, responsible for the preparation and implementation of the Decade of Action for Mountain Development for 2023-2027, took place in Bishkek. The meeting was chaired by the Prime Minister and Head of the Presidential Administration of the Kyrgyz Republic, Adylbek Kasymaliev. According to the press service, the event was attended by the Special Representative of the President for Mountain Development, deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh, as well as

25.02.2026, 16:34