Society

Railway travel to Kars has become a trend in winter tourism

In winter, tourists can enjoy a unique railway journey on Turkey's Eastern Express, which connects Ankara and Kars. This journey, lasting about 24 hours, combines comfortable conditions with picturesque views, aligning with modern trends in sustainable tourism. The train departs three times a week in both directions. The most popular route is from Ankara to Kars, passing through cities such as Kırıkkale, Kayseri, Sivas, Erzincan, and Erzurum, with opportunities for stops to visit UNESCO

17.02.2026, 16:41

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The Bishkek-Osh Highway is Open

The avalanche that descended in the Chychkan gorge was quickly cleared, allowing traffic on the Bishkek-Osh highway to return to normal. Restrictions at the "Sosnovka" and "Aral" border crossing points have also been lifted.

17.02.2026, 16:40

Sports

Aidar Abdujalil Uulu spoke about why he moved to professional football

Aidar Abdujalil uulu, recognized as the best scorer of the Kyrgyzstan futsal championship in 2025, is set to continue his career in professional football. On the eve of the new season, he signed a contract with the Karakol team "Bars", which is the current champion of the country in football.

17.02.2026, 16:39

Politics

Vice President of the Football Union of Kyrgyzstan Kanatbek Abdykadyrov Detained at the Border

As reported by sources in law enforcement to the editorial office of Kaktus.media, on February 17, Kanatbek Abdykadyrov, who also holds the position of director of the football club "Muras United," was at the airport, where he was planning to fly abroad with Kamchybek Tashiev. However, he was stopped due to the presence of a watch card placed on him. After his detention, Abdykadyrov was taken for questioning to the Main Department of Criminal Investigation of the Ministry of Internal

17.02.2026, 16:39

Education

In the Uzgen village of Zhylandy, a school built for 152 million soms has been opened

On February 17, a solemn opening of a new school designed for 275 students took place in the village of Zhylandy, located in the rural district of Törtköl in the Uzgen region. This information was announced by the press service of the presidential representative office in the Osh region.

17.02.2026, 16:38

Economy

"Avatar", "finger manicure". Viticulture is being developed in Batken

According to the Ministry of Water Management and Agriculture, there is a growth of vineyards in Kyrgyzstan. By the end of 2025, their total area reached 2,870 hectares, which is 225 hectares more than last year. The gross production of grapes amounted to 5,990.1 tons, with an average yield of 20.5 centners per hectare. As part of the development of viticulture, seedlings were imported from Serbia. These plants underwent phytosanitary quarantine and were selected based on virus-free and

17.02.2026, 16:37

Politics

Leaders of Kyrgyzstan and Kazakhstan Discussed Political Transformations

The phone conversation between the presidents of Kyrgyzstan and Kazakhstan, Sadyr Japarov and Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, was initiated by the Kazakh side. According to the press service of the president of Kyrgyzstan, during the conversation, key aspects of bilateral cooperation were discussed, including the implementation of previously reached agreements in the areas of trade, transport, energy, industrial cooperation, and water resource management. Photo from the president's press service

17.02.2026, 16:37

Economy / Exclusive

By April 1, legal entities and government officials must submit a unified tax declaration

The State Tax Service reminds that legal entities, as well as state and municipal officials, are required to submit a unified tax declaration by April 1. According to information provided by the STS, this category includes:

17.02.2026, 16:33

Society

Why Have School Spring Breaks Been Reduced to One Day? Explanations from the Ministry of Education

The Ministry of Education discussed why the schedule for school holidays has become unbalanced in the new academic year. The agency reminded that students are entitled to 30 calendar days of holidays during the academic year according to the standard. Previously, these days were distributed over three periods: autumn (about 9 days), winter (12 days), and spring (9 days), not including public holidays.

17.02.2026, 16:33

Economy

Kyrgyzstan Has the Highest Growth Rate in Egg Production in the EAEU

- In 2025, Kyrgyzstan stood out among the EAEU countries, demonstrating impressive growth in livestock production, which is linked to a sharp increase in egg production. According to preliminary data from the Eurasian Economic Commission, the volume of livestock and poultry production for slaughter in Kyrgyzstan in 2025 amounted to 476.1 thousand tons, which is 3.6% higher than the figures for the previous year. This value is significantly higher than the average growth in the EAEU, which was

17.02.2026, 16:31

Education

Interactive Panels Begin to Be Installed in Schools of the Ak-Su District

In the Ak-Su district, the process of installing modern interactive whiteboards in educational institutions has begun. This information was provided to a Turmush correspondent by the deputy akim of the district, Gulzat Suranchieva. According to her, 119 interactive panels have already been delivered to schools, and the installation of these devices has already started in classrooms.

17.02.2026, 16:30

Incidents

Night "dens" in Bishkek were raided: 70 sex workers detained

Last weekend in Bishkek, the GUVD (Main Department of Internal Affairs) conducted a special operational-preventive event called "Den", aimed at identifying instances of providing intimate services and the operation of brothels. This was reported in a press release from the city police. According to the press service, during the raids, more than 70 people engaged in providing intimate services were detained. Preventive talks and explanations were conducted with those detained. As a

17.02.2026, 16:28

Exclusive

Media: Full Block of Telegram in Russia Will Begin on April 1

According to the channel's data, starting from April 1, Roskomnadzor intends to implement a "total block" of the messenger, using a methodology previously applied to social networks Instagram and Facebook. According to Baza, it is expected that the restrictions will be in effect across the country, and the application will cease to function both through mobile networks and fixed internet providers.

17.02.2026, 16:26

Politics

The Constitutional Court has set the date for the upcoming presidential elections

The decision of the Constitutional Court of Kyrgyzstan establishes that the mandate of the president elected in January 2021 under the 2010 Constitution will end within the established six-year term. At the same time, the five-year term provided for in the new edition of the Constitution of 2021 does not apply to the already commenced mandate. Photo from the internet Thus, the Constitutional Court made an official clarification of certain norms of the Fundamental Law at the request of the

17.02.2026, 16:24

Incidents

Harassed Daughters. A Kyrgyz Woman Seeks Just Punishment for Her Ex-Husband

Lina Kemler, who lives in Tokmak, is afraid that her ex-husband S.S., convicted of lewd acts against one of their daughters, might escape punishment. She shared her story with 24. kg, recounting an 18-year marriage during which the couple had five children. In the last five years of their life together, S.S. began to engage in unacceptable actions with the children.

17.02.2026, 16:21

Economy

The National Bank suspended the license of the exchange office OsOO "Nurollo" for 3 days.

- The temporary suspension of the license was imposed due to non-compliance with the requirements of the legislation of the Kyrgyz Republic and the regulations of the National Bank. The exchange office is located at: Jalal-Abad region, Suzak district, village of Bek-Abad, M. Sydykov street, house 1 (landmark: near the checkpoint "Bek-Abad-Autodroad").

17.02.2026, 16:19

Economy

By the end of 2025, the total area of vineyards increased by 8.5% compared to 2024.

- By the end of 2025, the area of vineyards reached 2870 hectares, which is 225 hectares, or 8.5%, more compared to 2024. This data was provided by the press service of the Ministry of Agriculture. According to the information from the department, the gross harvest of grapes amounted to 5990.1 tons, which is 1% more compared to the previous year. The average yield was 20.5 centners per hectare.

17.02.2026, 16:19

Society

In Karakol, the "Kirpichny" microdistrict has been without drinking water for almost a day.

In Karakol, in the "Brick" microdistrict, residents are facing a serious problem — drinking water has not been supplied for almost a day, reports our regional correspondent. Local residents are appealing to the authorities for urgent restoration of water supply, as well as for water delivery until the problem is resolved.

17.02.2026, 16:17

Politics

Zhenishbek Toktorbaev remains in place: rumors about the resignation of the mayor of Osh are denied

The Osh city hall has denied rumors about a possible resignation of Jenishbek Toktorbaev. This information, actively discussed on social media, has no basis. The press secretary of the city hall, Zhyldyzbek Bolotbekov, confirmed that the mayor continues to perform his duties and actively participates in work processes. Recently, he took part in a meeting held in the southern capital.

17.02.2026, 16:16

Education

A school with a capacity of 275 students has opened in the village of Zhyalaldy in the Uzgen district.

During a working trip to the Osh region, the Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers, Adylbek Kasymaliev, participated in the ceremonial opening of an educational institution in the village of Zhylandy in the Uzgen district. It was reported that 152 million soms were allocated from the republican budget for the construction of the new school building. The new educational institution will feature modern classrooms, a library, a cafeteria, and all the necessary infrastructure and equipment for

17.02.2026, 16:14

Politics

Head of the Cabinet in Osh: There Should Be No Division Between North and South

At a recent meeting of the board in Osh, the Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers, Adylbek Kasymaliev, called for an end to any discussions about dividing the country into north and south. He noted: "There should be no division. These conversations are unacceptable." According to him, the president had also previously raised this issue, emphasizing the need to strengthen integration between regions.

17.02.2026, 16:14

Society

AUCA invites students in grades 9-11 to the mathematics olympiad

Winners and finalists will receive awards and commemorative gifts The American University of Central Asia (AUCA) in collaboration with the AUCA Innovation College announces the annual math olympiad for students in grades 9-11 in Kyrgyzstan.

17.02.2026, 16:13

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Kasymaaliyev familiarized himself with the progress of the construction of the Osh – Kara-Suu road and the greenhouse for landscaping.

During his working trip to the Osh region, the Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers Adylbek Kasymaliev got acquainted with the construction process of the Osh – Kara-Suu road, as well as with a new greenhouse being built by the municipal enterprise "Utility and Greening Combine" in the city of Osh. According to the press service of the Cabinet of Ministers, Kasymaliev checked the progress of work on the Osh – Kara-Suu road. This road will have four lanes to enhance road safety and

17.02.2026, 16:12

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The head of the Jalal-Abad Regional Department of Urban Development and Architecture has changed.

Dastan Kadyrov had previously worked as the chief architect of the district architects' department at the State Institution "Bishkekglavarhitektura". It should be noted that the previous head was Bakytbek Baizhigitov, who left the position of his own accord.

17.02.2026, 16:07