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Construction of the second waste recycling plant will begin in Bishkek
Society / Exclusive

Construction of the second waste recycling plant will begin in Bishkek

The construction of a second plant for processing solid household waste will begin in Bishkek. This was announced by the mayor of the capital, Aibek Junushaliev, at the final meeting of the city hall board. According to Aibek Junushaliev, the first plant of its kind in Central Asia, which opened on December 27, 2025, has already shown significant results, processing 80,000 tons of waste in just a few months. It is worth noting that its capacity is from 1,000 to 1,200 tons per day, and it also

13.02.2026, 16:10
Society

In Osh Region, traffic violators will be required to retake exams

In the Osh region, drivers who have grossly violated traffic rules three times or more within a year will be required to retake the qualification exam. This information was announced by the press service of the Traffic Safety Department of the Osh region's Internal Affairs Directorate.

13.02.2026, 16:08
Economy

In Naryn, 143 facilities are being built for 11.2 billion soms

In the Naryn region, the implementation of 143 construction projects is actively ongoing, with a total cost of 11.2 billion soms. This information was announced at a recent meeting of the board in the president's representative office in the region. According to the board's data, out of the total number of facilities, 110 are under capital construction, while 33 facilities are undergoing major repairs and reconstruction. In 2025, the commissioning of 19 social facilities is planned,

13.02.2026, 16:05
In the Jogorku Kenesh, the presidential and government representative has changed.
Politics

In the Jogorku Kenesh, the presidential and government representative has changed.

The authorized representative of the president and the cabinet of ministers in the Jogorku Kenesh, Almasbek Abytov, has been relieved of his position. This information was announced by the press service of the cabinet of ministers. It is known that the decision to resign Abytov was made at his own request, and the order was signed by the chairman of the cabinet of ministers, Adylbek Kasymaliev.

13.02.2026, 16:03
Society

Seven people died in a traffic accident near Tokmok. The Supreme Court upheld the driver's sentence.

On one of the days in September 2024, seven people became victims of a traffic accident on the bypass road near Tokmok. The person responsible for this tragedy was convicted, and the materials regarding the Supreme Court's decision were published on the "Digital Justice" portal. M. A. was found guilty of violating traffic rules, which led to severe consequences through negligence.

13.02.2026, 16:00
The Earth's core may contain hydrogen reserves equal to 45 world oceans.
Exclusive

The Earth's core may contain hydrogen reserves equal to 45 world oceans.

The Earth's core, primarily composed of iron, does not have such a high density that it could consist solely of this element. Determining the proportion of lighter elements in the core can provide valuable information about the planet's formation process. However, direct measurement of the core is impossible, and scientists are forced to use computer modeling and laboratory experiments, as noted by Scientific American. In an experiment conducted by scientists from Peking University,

13.02.2026, 15:58
"The City Must Be People-Oriented." Architects Discussed the Master Plan 2050
Society

"The City Must Be People-Oriented." Architects Discussed the Master Plan 2050

Photo 24.kg An event dedicated to urban planning called “Shaarkana” took place in Bishkek, where the General Plan was discussed: “How nomadic thinking shapes a vibrant city.” Among the participants were experts such as former chief architect of the capital Marat Joroev, urban architect Nurislam Myrzakanov, anthropology lecturer Emil Nasretdinov, and founder of the “Shaarkana” platform Atai Samybek uulu. Since the beginning of the year, the main urban planning document has been actively

13.02.2026, 15:56
Incidents

In Bishkek, three units were deployed to extinguish a fire in a store

A fire broke out in a store in the Lenin district of the capital of Kyrgyzstan, Bishkek. According to preliminary information, the fire ignited on the roof of the commercial building located on Chingiz Aitmatov Avenue. According to the press service of the Ministry of Emergency Situations of the Kyrgyz Republic, three fire crews and an operational headquarters were dispatched to the scene to extinguish the fire. Currently, information about the victims and the causes of the fire is being

13.02.2026, 15:55
Economy

The Ministry of Economic Development proposes amendments to the transaction tax and rules for non-residents.

The Ministry of Economy and Commerce of the Kyrgyz Republic has presented a draft amendment to the Tax Code and related legislative acts aimed at clarifying the mechanism for the transaction tax. The proposals also include the possibility for foreign companies to open accounts in multiple banks in the country and an extension of the deadlines for transitioning to a simplified taxation system. What the draft amendments includeThe amendments primarily focus on correcting the mechanism of the

13.02.2026, 15:54
Economy

LLC "Premium Home" received a fine of 200,000 soms from the Ministry of Construction.

- In Bishkek, raid inspections of construction sites continue, the Ministry of Construction, Architecture, and Housing and Communal Services reported on February 13. Specialists from the City State Architectural and Construction Control Department conducted an inspection at the construction site of a 12-story residential building located at: Fuchik Street, 38.

13.02.2026, 15:50
Incidents

An Accident Occurred in Karakol

At the intersection of Gebze and Koenkozova streets in Karakol, on February 13, a traffic accident occurred. According to eyewitnesses, the collision involved a "Volkswagen Golf 3" and a "Toyota Sequoia." Accidents happen quite frequently at this intersection. Emergency response services are working at the scene.

13.02.2026, 15:49
At the NCOD Center, the 80th kidney transplant has been performed, with over 200 more people waiting in line.
Society

At the NCOD Center, the 80th kidney transplant has been performed, with over 200 more people waiting in line.

From 2018 to 2026, 80 kidney transplant surgeries were performed at the National Center for the Protection of Motherhood and Childhood (NCPMC), the medical institution reports. Since the beginning of 2024, the center has started conducting free kidney transplant surgeries funded by the state budget. Currently, 38 such procedures have been carried out. Among the successful surgeries is the latest one, conducted on February 12, 2026. A 39-year-old patient, A.N., who had been on hemodialysis for

13.02.2026, 15:47
Economy

In 2025, 2,856 units of agricultural machinery were financed through leasing for 9.8 billion soms.

- In 2025, within the framework of the state leasing program, 2,856 units of agricultural machinery were financed for a total amount of 9.8 billion soms, as reported by the press service of the Ministry of Agriculture. The Ministry also reports on the ongoing support measures, including a register of seed producers and a subsidy mechanism, for which 50 million soms are allocated annually. This allows farmers to purchase seeds with a discount of up to 30%.

13.02.2026, 15:46
Society

"Arsenal" in the Issyk-Kul Region: Checked 1,547 Hunters and Issued Fines of 147,000 Som

In the Issyk-Kul region, law enforcement officers continue to implement operational and preventive measures called "Arsenal," aimed at preventing violations related to weapons and poaching. In January of this year, 28 facilities in the permit system and 1,547 hunters were checked. Following the inspections, 54 protocols on administrative offenses were drawn up, resulting in fines totaling 147,000 soms.

13.02.2026, 15:45
Incidents

The court changed the decision in the case of Kanyshay Mamyrkulova. Her probation period was shortened.

The Bishkek City Court of Appeals has issued a new ruling in the case of journalist Kanyshay Mamyrkulova, as reported by human rights activist Gulshayir Abdirasulova on her Facebook page. According to the new ruling, Kanyshay Mamyrkulova was acquitted under Article 330, concerning incitement of interregional hostility, but found guilty under Article 278, Part 3, which punishes calls for mass riots. As a result, her probation period was reduced to three years.

13.02.2026, 15:44
Politics

The checkpoint on the border with China will be temporarily closed due to the Spring Festival (dates, times)

In accordance with the initiative of the Chinese side, the previously established schedule for the temporary closure of border checkpoints on the Kyrgyz-Chinese border has been revised. This was reported by the press service of the State Border Service of the Kyrgyz Republic. The reason for this decision is the celebration of the Spring Festival (Chinese New Year). The passage of people, vehicles, and cargo will be suspended from 22:00 on February 16 and will resume on February 20 at 08:00.

13.02.2026, 15:39