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Education

A textbook on the subject "Natural Sciences" has been published for 7th grade students.

The educational material for the subject "Natural Sciences" for 7th grade students of general education institutions in Kyrgyz and Russian languages has just been released. According to information from the press service of the Ministry of Education, the total print run is 144,965 copies. Of these, 86,600 are intended for schools with Kyrgyz as the language of instruction, while 58,365 are for institutions where instruction is conducted in Russian.

23.02.2026, 19:08
Economy

In 2025, the import of fresh fruits increased by 1.4%

According to data provided by the National Statistical Committee, in 2025, the volume of fresh fruit imports in Kyrgyzstan increased by 1.4%. From January to December, the country imported 6.9 thousand tons of fresh fruits worth $5.6 million, which is an increase compared to 2024, when 6.8 thousand tons were imported for $5.3 million.

23.02.2026, 18:58
Society

The official trailer for the first Kyrgyz action drama "Illegal: Through Mexico" has been released.

The anticipated premiere of the official trailer for the first Kyrgyz action-drama titled "Illegal: Through Mexico" has taken place. The film promises to immerse viewers in the complex and dangerous world of illegal migration through Mexico, as reported by the producers. The creators of the film previously worked on "Paradise Under the Feet of Mothers," which received significant public attention. The new project elevates Kyrgyz cinema to a higher level both in terms of

23.02.2026, 18:41
Society

The students visited the injured teacher from school No. 83.

A 69-year-old teacher, B.K., who was injured in an incident with a student at school No. 83, received a visit from his students. As the students themselves reported to the editorial office of Kaktus.media, they decided to support their teacher and brought him fruits and other food items at the hospital. The children expressed hope for his speedy recovery. "Our teacher has always been kind, even now, when he is unwell, he greeted us with a smile. We want him to always stay healthy,"

23.02.2026, 18:38
Exclusive

Transport Minister Soltobaev Inspected the Construction of Roads in the Issyk-Kul Region

- On February 21, 2026, Talantbek Soltobaev, serving as the Minister of Transport and Communications, made a working trip to the Issyk-Kul region, as reported by the press service of the ministry. During the visit, the minister familiarized himself with the reconstruction process of the Balykchy—Bokonbaev—Karakoil highway, inspecting sections of the road from the 87th to the 140th km, including work on the bridges.

23.02.2026, 18:31
Scientists have discovered how life experience rewrites the immune system
Exclusive

Scientists have discovered how life experience rewrites the immune system

Recently, due to the COVID-19 pandemic, it became clear that different people can experience the same infection in different ways. Some develop mild symptoms, while others may end up hospitalized with severe forms of the disease. This variety of outcomes raises an important question: why do two people exposed to the same virus react so differently? The answer lies in differences in both genetic background (inherited genes) and life experience (environmental influences, including infections and

23.02.2026, 18:31
A fraudster wanted for over four years has been detained in Bishkek
Incidents

A fraudster wanted for over four years has been detained in Bishkek

He promised a Kyrgyzstani to help free his son from a Russian prison for one million rubles. Employees of the Internal Affairs Department of the Sverdlovsk district of Bishkek conducted a successful operation to detain a suspect in fraud. According to the press service of the law enforcement agencies, the detained individual, citizen I.E., born in 1985, had been wanted since the fall of 2021.

23.02.2026, 18:31
Violated safety regulations. A construction company was fined in Bishkek.
Society

Violated safety regulations. A construction company was fined in Bishkek.

The construction company "Aurum Building," located in Bishkek, has been fined 200,000 soms. The basis for this was the identified violations of safety regulations, as reported by the press service of the Ministry of Construction, Architecture, and Housing and Communal Services. Photo from the press service of the Ministry of Construction According to information from the agency, violations were discovered during an inspection of a construction site located at 9 Madiev Street in the

23.02.2026, 18:17
Incidents

17-year-old teenager lost his life under the wheels of a train

New information has emerged online regarding the tragic incident involving a young man and a train. According to information provided by the press service of the Main Internal Affairs Directorate of the Chui Region, on February 23 at 14:54, a report was received at the Department of Internal Affairs of the Jayil District that a young man, presumably aged 20-25, had been hit by a train. As a result of the injuries sustained, he was taken to the intensive care unit of the district hospital in a

23.02.2026, 18:17
Politics

The new mayor of Manas promises a major breakthrough for the city

In Manas, a significant update of the management team took place: Abdupata Matkalikov became the mayor, which was the result of the rotation of local personnel. At a meeting with representatives of the city service and residents, the new mayor shared his plans and ideas. He noted that he is well acquainted with the life of the region, having lived in Manas for over 15 years.

23.02.2026, 18:15
Society

A meeting on combating fraud was held in the Manas district

An event organized by the prosecutor's office on the topic of combating banking and internet fraud took place in the Manas district. According to information from the prosecutor's office, an interagency meeting was held on February 23, 2026, during which issues related to countering cyber fraud occurring in the information and telecommunications network, as well as other crimes in the banking sector, were discussed.

23.02.2026, 18:12
Incidents

Truck trailer burned: It was traveling from China to Osh

A fire occurred in the trailer of a cargo truck in the Alai district. This information was provided by the press service of the road safety department in the Osh region. According to the agency's information, the incident happened on February 17, when a large truck traveling from China to Osh experienced issues that led to the trailer catching fire.

23.02.2026, 18:11
Border guards honored the memory of their fallen comrades who died while guarding the state borders with a requiem rally.
Politics

Border guards honored the memory of their fallen comrades who died while guarding the state borders with a requiem rally.

Today's requiem rally, which took place at the National Historical and Memorial Complex "Ata-Beyit," was organized in memory of the border guards who lost their lives while performing their official duties to protect the state border of Kyrgyzstan. This information was published by the press service of the State Border Service. Among the attendees were figures such as the Chairman of the State Border Service Abdikarim Alimbaev, as well as veterans and active officers of the

23.02.2026, 18:09
Incidents

A fatal traffic accident occurred on the Osh—Batken—Razakov highway: one dead, several injured

At 10:40 on February 21, a traffic accident occurred on the 23rd kilometer of the Osh—Batken—Razakov road in the Osh region. This was reported by the press service of the Traffic Police of the Osh region. According to preliminary data, the driver of a "Honda CRV," a resident of the city of Kyzyl-Kiya from the Batken region, lost control, which led to the car leaving the road and overturning.

23.02.2026, 18:05
The economy shapes the army: Chotbaev assessed the development path of the Armed Forces
Society / Exclusive

The economy shapes the army: Chotbaev assessed the development path of the Armed Forces

Colonel General Abdygul Chotbaev, in a recent interview on Birinchi Radio, emphasized that the state of the Armed Forces of Kyrgyzstan is directly linked to the economic situation in the country. He noted that since its establishment on May 29, 1992, by presidential decree, the army has faced various challenges. Despite difficult times when salaries were delayed and there was a shortage of food, the military personnel showed loyalty and performed their duties to the Motherland with dignity.

23.02.2026, 18:03
Incidents

500 statements regarding former employees of the GKNB. The Prosecutor General's Office confirmed the investigation.

The military prosecutor's office is currently investigating several cases related to former employees of the State Committee for National Security (GKNB). Additionally, it is noted that a large number of statements and appeals from citizens have been received, as reported by Kaktus.media. In the General Prosecutor's Office, it was clarified that information regarding the number and content of these materials is not subject to disclosure until the investigative actions are completed.

23.02.2026, 18:03
The deputy announced a reduction in quotas for the treatment of Kyrgyz citizens in Turkey.
Society

The deputy announced a reduction in quotas for the treatment of Kyrgyz citizens in Turkey.

In 2025, only 48 Kyrgyz citizens will receive treatment At a meeting of the committee on international affairs, defense, and migration, Gulya Kozhokulova, a member of parliament, raised the issue of reducing quotas for the treatment of Kyrgyz citizens in Turkey. The committee reviewed the report on the work of the Embassy of Kyrgyzstan in Turkey for the years 2024–2025, presented by Ruslan Kazakbaev, the Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary Ambassador. During the discussion, Kozhokulova

23.02.2026, 17:55