A new Turkish cuisine café has opened in Bishkek, and a correspondent from VB.KG attended its opening, discovering the interesting story behind this establishment.
In the Kara-Suu district, 21 citizens were fined for violating weapon storage regulations. This was reported by the press service of the Internal Affairs Department of the Osh region. According to the agency, in the territory of the Kara-Suu district, with the aim of ensuring public safety, identifying weapons that are in illegal circulation, preventing incidents related to firearms, and also preventing domestic violence, a preventive raid event called "Arsenal" was conducted from
Ainura Orozbaeva, serving as the Deputy Minister of Labor, Social Protection, and Migration, missed the meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh committee scheduled for February 16. The agenda included amendments to labor legislation, and Orozbaeva was appointed as the reporter. In her absence, a representative of the ministry informed the deputies about the delay of the deputy minister and suggested moving on to the next issue.
According to information from the press service of the Osh region's Internal Affairs Department, during an operation named "Bandit," law enforcement agencies dismantled a large center for illegal gambling. According to the police, activities related to organizing cockfights, for which monetary bets were placed, were halted in the Kara-Suu district. Operatives learned that a local resident had created a venue for such games on his private property. An inspection confirmed this
In the Nookat district, a worker from a private security agency (PSA) was caught on duty while under the influence of alcohol. The press service of the Internal Affairs Department of the Osh region reports a serious violation of service regulations. During operational and preventive measures in the Nookat district, law enforcement officers detained a guard who was on duty with a firearm while intoxicated.
The artists of the Kyrgyz National Academic Theater of Opera and Ballet named after Abdylas Maldybaev held two charity concerts at the Lower Serafimovsk Home for the Elderly and the "House of Hamid" boarding house. Almost the entire troupe participated in these performances aimed at supporting those who are unable to visit the theater independently.
Three people died at the scene of a road incident near the "Teplie Klyuchi" recreation area. According to information provided by the press service of the Main Internal Affairs Directorate of the Chui region, the incident occurred on February 15, 2026, at around 15:30. The Alamedin district police received a report of a traffic accident on the Bishkek – "Teplie Klyuchi" highway.
In accordance with the decision of the Council of Fatwas, which was adopted by the muftiyats of the Organization of Turkic States, the fasting month of Orozо will begin on February 19 (Thursday). On the evening of February 18, taraweeh prayers (special prayers performed during the month of Orozо) will be held in mosques. This decision was made at a meeting held in Samarkand.
The Ministry of Internal Affairs of Kyrgyzstan has initiated a proposal regarding the necessity of registering foreign driver's licenses for citizens of the country. The amendments to the legislation on road safety are currently at the stage of public discussion. The reason for this is the insufficient regulation in the current legislation, which does not allow for a clear definition of the mechanism for mandatory registration for those citizens who permanently reside in Kyrgyzstan but
Local residents are wondering: shouldn't the funds have been directed towards repairing the hospital instead of buying new cars? In the Moscow district of Chuy region, deputies were deeply shocked by what they saw during their visit to the local hospital. According to witnesses, some of them could not hold back tears while observing the neglected state of the medical facility.
During the training camp in Turkey, the "Alga" team from Bishkek suffered its first defeat. On February 14, the "Alga" footballers faced "Neftchi," the reigning champion of Uzbekistan from Fergana.
Adina Samybek kyzy, representing the city of Kant in the Chui region, won the Grand Prix at the World Para Athletics Championships, securing a gold medal. This prestigious tournament featured 370 athletes from 42 countries. This information was confirmed by the Kant city administration, which reported that the competitions took place from February 6 to 14 in Dubai (UAE). The official statement notes that this is a significant achievement not only for the athlete but also for the entire city, as
Against the backdrop of recent growth, the exchange rates of the Chinese yuan, euro, and Kazakh tenge have decreased. At the same time, the Russian ruble showed a slight strengthening, while the exchange rate of the US dollar remained unchanged. These changes were recorded by the National Bank of Kyrgyzstan. US Dollar:
On the night of February 15 to 16, a significant fire occurred in a religious building in the Chuy region, in the city of Tokmok. The fire started in the "Nur-Islam" mosque, located on Sultan Ibraimov Street. Local residents reported that the flames engulfed the building in the late hours of the night. Firefighting units from the Ministry of Emergency Situations arrived at the scene in a timely manner.
According to information provided by the press service of the First May District Police Department, a suspect in the theft of a car was detained in Bishkek. The vehicle has already been returned to its lawful owner. A citizen named D.B. filed a report with the police on October 9, 2025, stating that on October 5, 2025, around 6:00 PM, he left his "KIA PIKANTO" car in the yard on Togolok-Moldo Street and then went to Karakol. Upon returning home on October 9, he discovered that the
The President announced this in his post, stating that on February 19, 2026, he will again gather the members of the World Council at the Donald J. Trump Peace Institute located in Washington. “We will announce that the participating countries have committed to allocate more than 5 BILLION DOLLARS for humanitarian aid and the reconstruction of Gaza, as well as send thousands of personnel to International Stabilization Forces and local police to ensure the safety of the region's
The ministry notes that during the specified period, there will be movement of military equipment in the mentioned cities, which may lead to temporary traffic restrictions on certain roads. Citizens and media representatives are strongly advised to rely only on official sources of information and not to succumb to rumors.
The city authorities had previously promised to restore the building
A serious road traffic accident occurred near the recreation area "Teplie Klyuchi," claiming the lives of three people. According to Kaktus.media, the information was received from the Traffic Safety Department of the Chui region. The incident happened on February 15 at around 15:30. The driver, born in 2000, named S. B. A., while driving a Hyundai Sonata on the Bishkek - "Teplie Klyuchi" highway, lost control of the vehicle. The car flew into the Alamudun River, and
A judoka from Kyrgyzstan, Erlan Sherov, became the champion of one of the stages of the European Cup, which took place in the capital of Slovenia, Ljubljana, on February 14-15. In the competition in the weight category up to 90 kg, 48 athletes participated, and Erlan received the first seed, allowing him to start his fight from the round of 16.
On September 16-17, 2026, a historic summit will take place, bringing together the Republic of Korea and Central Asian countries. This was announced by Foreign Minister Cho Hyun at a preparatory meeting in Seoul. Leaders from Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan, Turkmenistan, and Tajikistan will participate in the summit, as reported by Yonhap.
Russia plans to supply Kyrgyzstan with 1.5 million tons of fuel and lubricants (F&L) in 2026. This was announced by the Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary Ambassador of Russia in Bishkek, Sergey Vakunov. According to him, an indicative supply balance for 2026 was previously agreed upon, which was based on data from 2025. This volume includes 650 thousand tons of gasoline, 550 thousand tons of diesel fuel, 150 thousand tons of aviation fuel, 50 thousand tons of oil, and 60 thousand tons of
Currently, snowfall is observed in the passes of the country. According to information provided by the Ministry of Transport and Communications, traffic on the roads is not restricted and the passes are open for transit. Road services are conducting continuous monitoring of the road conditions in their assigned sections.
During the event, assessments were conducted on physical endurance, combat training levels, sambo skills, as well as the ability to use service weapons and special means. Employees demonstrated theoretical knowledge, practical skills, and physical fitness, including shooting accuracy. Particular attention was paid to actions in various operational situations, which allowed for an objective assessment of the personnel's readiness to respond to emergencies and maintain public order.