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The new mayor of Osh, Janar Akayev, was introduced to subordinates. Photos, videos

At a meeting with the employees of the Osh city administration, the new mayor Janar Akayev was introduced by the Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers Adylbek Kasymaliev. This information was announced by the government’s information support department. Kasymaliev emphasized the importance of the city administration in the development of the socio-economic sphere, the improvement of municipal services, and the creation of comfortable conditions for residents. He also highlighted the need for

19.02.2026, 10:25
Exclusive

NESC will install 390,000 smart meters this year

- As part of the reforms initiated by the Ministry of Energy and Digitalization, JSC "National Electric Network of Kyrgyzstan" plans to install 390,000 smart meters for citizens by 2026. This information was announced by the company's press service. The project is being implemented with the support of the World Bank and aims to modernize the country's energy system.

19.02.2026, 10:22
The State Committee for National Security has identified cases of radicalization of teenagers through the internet.
Incidents

The State Committee for National Security has identified cases of radicalization of teenagers through the internet.

Over the past six months, the State Committee for National Security (GKNB) has identified several incidents related to the radicalization of youth through online platforms. Some minors were detained while preparing for terrorist acts after studying instructions on how to create explosive devices, while others were caught during the production stage. These events pose a serious threat to both public stability and national security. The agency emphasizes that the internet, despite its

19.02.2026, 10:22
Economy

Temporary ban on the import of fruit and berry plant seedlings introduced by the government

Starting from March 1, 2026, a temporary ban on the import of seedlings of fruit and berry plants from countries that are not members of the Eurasian Economic Union will come into effect. This decision was approved by the cabinet of ministers under the leadership of Adylbek Kasymaliev and will be in force for six months. The purpose of this decree is to ensure food security and improve the functioning of the agricultural sector of the country.

19.02.2026, 10:22
Leaders of Central Asian countries congratulated Muslims on the beginning of the month of Orozо
World

Leaders of Central Asian countries congratulated Muslims on the beginning of the month of Orozо

On February 19, 2026, the month of Orozo (Ramadan) began, which holds special significance for Muslims. The leaders of Central Asia congratulated their peoples on this event and emphasized the spiritual importance of this period, as well as the significance of mercy and unity. The President of Uzbekistan, Shavkat Mirziyoyev, congratulated his fellow citizens, calling Ramadan a symbol of kindness and generosity of spirit. He noted that Uzbeks welcome this month in an atmosphere of peace and

19.02.2026, 10:20
Society

Content creators may lose up to a quarter of their income by 2028 due to AI

UNESCO has published an updated global report that examines significant changes in the cultural sector under the influence of digital technologies, artificial intelligence, new trade directions, and growing threats to creative freedom. Based on data from over 120 countries, the study emphasizes that if changes in cultural policy do not occur, inequality among content creators will only deepen.

19.02.2026, 10:19
Tax officials intercepted a large batch of smuggled cigarettes
Incidents

Tax officials intercepted a large batch of smuggled cigarettes

In the village of Biridik, located in the Issyk-Ata district of the Chui region, employees of the State Tax Service conducted a raid during which a batch of cigarettes without excise stamps was discovered. This information was provided by the press service of the State Tax Service. During the inspection, it was found that the tobacco products were being transferred from a Mercedes-Benz Sprinter van to another vehicle.

19.02.2026, 10:18
Exclusive

The Ministry of Energy reported on the modernization of the Uch-Kurgan Hydroelectric Power Station.

- The press service of the Ministry of Energy reports on the progress of modernization at the Uch-Kurgan Hydroelectric Power Station. As of February 19, 2026, dismantling work on hydro unit No. 2 is actively ongoing as part of the "Modernization of the Uch-Kurgan HPP" project. The Minister of Energy, Taalaibek Ibraev, is personally overseeing the completion of the tasks.

19.02.2026, 10:18
Skeleton athlete Vladislav Geraskevich received 200,000 for the "memory helmet"
Sports

Skeleton athlete Vladislav Geraskevich received 200,000 for the "memory helmet"

Athlete Vladislav Geraskevich, representing Ukraine in skeleton, received significant financial support of over $200,000 after he was suspended from participating in the 2026 Olympic Games. This funding was provided by businessman Rinat Akhmetov through his charitable foundation and will be used for the further development of Geraskevich's sports career, as well as to support his public organization.

19.02.2026, 10:17
The interest rate on loans for gasification has been reduced to 3%
Economy / Exclusive

The interest rate on loans for gasification has been reduced to 3%

According to the decree of the Cabinet of Ministers dated April 28, 2025, the interest rate on loans for connecting to gas networks and purchasing equipment for gas heating has been reduced from 8% to 3% per annum. The Ministry of Energy has informed that within the framework of this program, preferential loans of up to 150,000 soms are provided. These funds are allocated from the republican budget through "Aiyl Bank" and "Eldik Bank".

19.02.2026, 10:16
The company "SK Everest Group" fined for construction in Bishkek without permits
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The company "SK Everest Group" fined for construction in Bishkek without permits

As a result of the inspection, a report was drawn up against the LLC "SK Everest Group," which outlined the identified violations. The company has been instructed to provide the necessary documents to rectify the discrepancies. Additionally, it has been fined 200,000 soms. Currently, the construction organization has not submitted an approved project and a positive conclusion from the state expertise to the Bishkek City Department of State Architectural and Construction Control.

19.02.2026, 10:14
Politics

Border guards of Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan, and Tajikistan met at the junction of the three states.

An important meeting took place at the "Friendship" stele At the site where the borders of Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan, and Tajikistan intersect, a meeting of border guards from these three countries was held. This information was announced by representatives of the State Border Service of the Kyrgyz Republic. The event took place on Sunday, February 15. During the discussions, participants addressed key issues of cooperation in the border area, improving mechanisms for information

19.02.2026, 10:09
Alaibek Sarybashov may replace Janar Akaev as a deputy of the ЖК
Politics

Alaibek Sarybashov may replace Janar Akaev as a deputy of the ЖК

After Janar Akaev left the parliament, his mandate in the Jogorku Kenesh for constituency No. 8 may be taken by Talaybek Sarybashov, who received nearly 9,000 votes (6.18 percent) in the elections. Photo of the Jogorku Kenesh Talaybek Sarybashov was born on September 11, 1971, in the village of Gulcha, located in the Alaï district. In 2008, he graduated from the Osh State Law Institute. From 2015 to 2018, he served as the authorized representative of the government in the Osh region, and then,

19.02.2026, 10:05
In the Chui Region, nearly 22 thousand packs of counterfeit cigarettes were seized
Incidents

In the Chui Region, nearly 22 thousand packs of counterfeit cigarettes were seized

In the Issyk-Ata district of the Chui region, an attempt to transport a significant batch of cigarettes without excise stamps was stopped. This was reported by the State Tax Service of the Kyrgyz Republic. As the tax service employees found out, during a raid in the village of Birdik, a Mercedes-Benz Sprinter minibus was discovered, which was engaged in transferring tobacco products to another vehicle. Upon inspection, it was found that the vehicle contained 21,900 packs of cigarettes of the

19.02.2026, 10:02
Janar Akayev appointed mayor of Osh
Society

Janar Akayev appointed mayor of Osh

A decree has been signed regarding the new mayor Sadyr Japarov, the president of the Kyrgyz Republic, has signed a decree appointing Janar Akayev as the new mayor of Osh. This decision was made based on Article 71 of the Constitution and Article 47 of the Law "On Local State Administration and Local Self-Government Bodies," as reported by the president's press service.

19.02.2026, 10:02
Society

Republic-wide testing. The state language test will become more expensive

At a press conference held today, Chynara Batrakeeva, the director of the Center for Assessment in Education and Learning Methods (CAELM), announced an upcoming increase in the cost of the state language test as part of the National Testing. According to her, over the past three years, the cost of the main test and selected subjects has remained at 470 soms, while the fee for the state language test was 200 soms.

19.02.2026, 10:00