Society

"Mess in the Center!" - Inspection Demanded to Dismantle Fences and Clean Sidewalks

In Bishkek, a conflict arose due to violations related to the construction by a foreign company. The head of the municipal inspection, Mirlan Taalaibekov, expressed dissatisfaction with the condition of the central street, where developers installed barriers directly on the sidewalks. This led to the blocking of pedestrian pathways and partially obstructed the visibility of the traffic light. During an on-site inspection, serious violations were identified: illegally installed fences, occupied

24.02.2026, 08:57

Sports

Sadyr Japarov approved the National Football Development Program in the Kyrgyz Republic for 2026-2034 years

By the decree signed on February 17, 2026, under number 61, President Sadyr Japarov approved the National Football Development Program in the Kyrgyz Republic for the period from 2026 to 2034. As part of this decree, a plan of activities and a matrix of indicators for monitoring and evaluating the implementation of the program were also approved.

24.02.2026, 08:55

Politics

Kyrgyzstan Updates Rules for Alternative Service and Military Training

A new law has been adopted in Kyrgyzstan, which amends key regulations concerning non-tax revenues, administrative offenses, and the procedure for both military and alternative service. This document has already been published and has come into effect. The changes affect Article 95 of the Code on Non-Tax Revenues, according to which the Cabinet of Ministers will now establish the amounts of monetary contributions for alternative service, participation in mobilization reserve gatherings, and

24.02.2026, 08:51

Economy

Kyrgyzstanis are urged to be more vigilant when purchasing land plots

Citizens of Kyrgyzstan should be especially cautious when purchasing land plots, as warned by the State Service for Land and Water Management. Recently, there has been an increase in cases of fraud in the land market. Buyers often rely on verbal assurances about the possibility of construction, which later turn out to be unfounded.

24.02.2026, 08:46

Incidents

GKNB: The "Orozaly" Pawnshop in Talas Voluntarily Returned Property to Citizens

Previously, Kyrgyz citizens handed over documents for their homes as collateral The 'Orozaly' pawnshop has decided to return property that was unlawfully seized from citizens. This was reported by the press service of the GKNB.

24.02.2026, 08:42

Economy / Exclusive

Exchange rates for February 24

The National Bank of Kyrgyzstan has presented updated official exchange rates of foreign currencies against the som as of February 24. According to the regulator:

24.02.2026, 08:41

Economy

The Antimonopoly Service approved tariffs for paid services of the Water Resources Service until March 2027

According to Order No. 9 dated February 16, 2026, the antimonopoly service operating under the Ministry of Economy and Commerce has approved the tariff schedule for services provided by the Water Resources Service, which is managed by the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry. This tariff schedule will be in effect temporarily until March 1, 2027. The previously effective orders of the Antimonopoly Service dated April 29, 2025, No. 33, and June 25, 2025, No. 49, are

24.02.2026, 08:33

World / Exclusive

Notes by Mussolini for the Meeting with Hitler Found in Italy

Italian Carabinieri, who are responsible for the protection of cultural heritage, have returned five documents to the state that were prepared by Benito Mussolini for his meeting with Adolf Hitler, which took place on April 22, 1944, in Salzburg, as reported by RIA Novosti. This discovery was prompted by regular inspections of the antique market, as well as a signal from the Archival and Bibliographic Administration of Piedmont and Aosta Valley about the appearance of documents at auction that

24.02.2026, 08:33

Incidents

In Moscow, a traffic police car was blown up: one police officer killed

A tragic incident occurred in Moscow: a traffic police car exploded, resulting in the death of one police officer. This information was provided by the Investigative Committee of Russia. Photo of the Investigative Committee of the Russian Federation According to information provided by the Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Russian Federation, the explosion occurred around midnight at the Savelyevsky railway station square. An unknown individual approached the patrol car, after which an

24.02.2026, 08:22

Society

In Kyrgyzstan, the list of legal employment agencies for overseas work has been updated

In Kyrgyzstan, the list of legal agencies engaged in employment abroad has been updated. This decision was the result of the work of an interdepartmental commission operating under the Center for Employment Abroad. The commission reviewed various applications concerning the issuance, extension, and cancellation of permits for labor activities in countries such as Turkey, Germany, Bulgaria, Slovakia, as well as the Gulf states. As a result, decisions were made regarding 28 companies, most of

24.02.2026, 08:22

World

Events in Ukraine and the World. The Main Highlights of the Day at the Start of the Fifth Year of War

In the last 24 hours, foreign news agencies reported significant events in Ukraine and around the world amid the ongoing conflict. A review of the most important news ahead of the fourth anniversary of the start of the war on February 24. Firefighters at the site of the strike in Kyiv, February 22, 2026. Photo by Valentyn Ogirenko / Reuters / Scanpix / LETA. The head of the Ukrainian presidential office, Kyrylo Budanov, stated that a new round of trilateral negotiations may take place on

24.02.2026, 08:19

Exclusive

Kyrgyzstan and Uzbekistan Discussed the Development of Delegated Airspace Mechanisms

From February 17 to 20, a meeting of representatives from the aviation authorities of Kyrgyzstan and Uzbekistan took place in Tashkent, as reported by the State Agency of Civil Aviation under the Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic. Service providers for air navigation services were also present at the event.

24.02.2026, 08:18

Society

A 500-meter construction ban has been established around the stadium in Orok.

Photo of the Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic. The stadium under construction in Orok The Cabinet of Ministers of Kyrgyzstan has decided to establish special conditions for the use of the territory adjacent to the football stadium currently under construction in the Lenin District of Bishkek (formerly Orok). This step is aimed at ensuring the safety of this important facility. A distance of 500 meters from the stadium is prohibited for the design, construction, and reconstruction of

24.02.2026, 08:14

Incidents

The "Orozaly" Pawnshop Returns Property and Excess Interest Over 30% to Borrowers, - State Committee for National Security

- In the Talas region, the pawnshop "Orozaly" returned illegally seized real estate to citizens, as reported on February 24 by the State Committee for National Security (GKNB). These actions were carried out as part of a joint effort by the GKNB, the State Tax Service of the city of Talas, the National Bank of the Kyrgyz Republic for the Talas region, and the Talas Department of Antimonopoly Regulation.

24.02.2026, 08:12

Incidents

"Worked tirelessly": over 60 phones found with a pickpocket in Bishkek

The detained individual had previous convictions and was under supervision In Bishkek, police officers detained a man suspected of a series of pickpocketing incidents that occurred on public transport along route No. 135. This was reported by the Main Internal Affairs Department.

24.02.2026, 08:11

Society

More than 160 servicemen of the Ministry of Defense received apartments from GIK in Manas

In Manas, the transfer of apartments to 167 military personnel of the Ministry of Defense took place, made possible by the initiative of the State Mortgage Company. This was reported by the press service of the ministry. The keys to the new apartments were handed over as part of a special program aimed at improving the living conditions of military personnel. The key handover ceremony was attended by the commander of the Southwestern Operational Command, Samat Seydaliev.

24.02.2026, 08:02

Economy

Exchange Rate at the Moscow City Council on February 24: Which Currency Has Decreased in Value?

On the morning of February 24, the currency exchange rates at the Moscow City Duma are presented as follows: US Dollar 87.50 87.80 Euro 102.5-103.2 103.5-104.0 Ruble 1.13 1.14 Tenge 0.16-0.17 0.17 The dollar exchange rate remains unchanged: it is at 87.5 soms for buying and 87.8 for selling.

24.02.2026, 08:02

Economy

In Uzgen, "Bereke Bazar" is being reconstructed: investment volume - 1.1 billion soms

At the Center for Public-Private Partnership, a discussion was held on the project for the reconstruction of the "Bereke Bazaar," located in the Turt-Kol rural municipality of the Uzgen district. The aim of the renovation is to adapt the trading facility to modern standards, improve infrastructure, and create more convenient conditions for doing business.

24.02.2026, 08:01

Incidents

A Million for Freedom or Prison: Pregnant Rhythmic Gymnastics Coach Placed in Pretrial Detention

Reports have emerged on social media that the parents of the injured child filed a complaint after discussing financial compensation. There is an active discussion online regarding a post by Kyrgyzstani Aydai Aydarbekova, who defended rhythmic gymnastics coach Nazmi Askarova. According to her, she has insider information about the situation and believes it is necessary to convey another side of the story to the public.

24.02.2026, 08:01

Economy

The Ruble and Tenge Continue to Decrease in Value. Currency Exchange Rates as of February 24

Image: the exchange rate of the Chinese yuan has remained stable since Friday, a stability that only the US dollar could boast of earlier. Based on data from the National Bank of Kyrgyzstan and exchange points in Bishkek, it has been reported that the euro has become more expensive, while the Russian ruble and the Kazakh tenge continue to lose value. The US dollar and the Chinese yuan, on the contrary, have maintained their positions. US Dollar:

24.02.2026, 07:56

World

Trump announced 20% tariffs on goods from China due to the fentanyl issue

President Donald Trump announced the introduction of a 20% tariff on imports of goods from China, justifying this decision by the need to combat the spread of fentanyl. This statement has become a significant event in trade policy and in relations between the United States and China, reports Scan X. Changes in Trade PolicyAs part of the new announcement, a 20% tariff on Chinese goods is proposed, with the primary reason for this step being the issue of the synthetic opioid fentanyl, which

24.02.2026, 07:50

Economy / Exclusive

"Ala-Too Resort". More than 35 properties are planned to be auctioned in the second phase.

On February 21, the Deputy Minister of Economy and Commerce of the Kyrgyz Republic, Meder Tumanov, held an on-site meeting in the Ak-Suu district of the Issyk-Kul region. The purpose of this meeting was to monitor the progress of the large investment project — the "All-Season Ski Resort Cluster 'Ala-Tuu Resort'," as well as to assess the fulfillment of commitments made. According to the Ministry of Economy, based on the resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz

24.02.2026, 07:49

Economy

EABR Maintained the GDP Growth Forecast for Kyrgyzstan at 9.3% for 2026

According to the EDB, in January 2026, the gross domestic product of the Kyrgyz Republic grew by 9%. Analysts previously indicated that the main reason for this growth was the high level of consumer demand:

24.02.2026, 07:43

Incidents

Freight train hit a guy in Kara-Balta

The young man died in the hospital without regaining consciousness. A tragic incident occurred in Kara-Balta: a freight train hit a young man. The information was provided by the Department of Internal Affairs of the Chui region.

24.02.2026, 07:36