Scientists have found a new way to search for potentially habitable planets
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Scientists have found a new way to search for potentially habitable planets

A research group from the Department of Astronomy at Moscow State University, in collaboration with international scientists, has developed an innovative method for assessing the potential habitability of Earth-like planets, which are often found near red dwarfs—the most common stars in our Galaxy. This work was supported by a grant from the Russian Science Foundation (RSF) and published in the journal Monthly Notices of the Royal Astronomical Society. Experts explained that flares on red

03.02.2026, 11:19
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Supplies of goods from Kyrgyz sellers through Wildberries in Russia are regulated

The issues related to the supply of goods from Kyrgyz sellers through the Wildberries platform in Russia have been successfully resolved. This matter was discussed on January 30 at a meeting of the Eurasian Economic Commission Council held in Moscow. As reported by the press service of the Ministry of Economy and Commerce of the Kyrgyz Republic, the meeting addressed the execution of a directive from the EEC Council, which was initiated on December 5, 2025, by the First Deputy Prime Minister of

03.02.2026, 11:07
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In the madrasah of the city of Manas, explanatory work was conducted with the leadership and students.

Inspections were held in local madrasas in Manas, reports the city administration. At the direction of the General Prosecutor's Office of the Kyrgyz Republic, the Manas Prosecutor's Office, together with local authorities, the city department of internal affairs, and the sanitary-epidemiological surveillance center of the Jalal-Abad region, as well as with the participation of a representative of the Spiritual Administration of Muslims of the country, conducted inspections in the

03.02.2026, 11:04
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For violation of regulations, the Ministry of Construction imposed fines totaling 140 million soms

In his report, Deputy Minister Talantbek Imanakun uulu stated that in 2022, the Ministry of Construction, Architecture, and Housing and Communal Services conducted inspections at 3,806 construction sites. This statement was made at a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh Committee on Industrial Policy, Transport, Architecture, and Construction. According to the agency, in 2025, the State Expertise Department processed 2,401 construction applications and issued permits for the construction of 2,005

03.02.2026, 11:03
The Housing Committee supported the bill to strengthen control over the activities of homeowners' associations.
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The Housing Committee supported the bill to strengthen control over the activities of homeowners' associations.

At a meeting of the Committee of the Jogorku Kenesh, which is responsible for industrial policy, transport, and the construction sector, a decision was made to support the bill "On Amendments to the Law of the Kyrgyz Republic on Homeowners' Associations of Residential and Non-Residential Premises in Apartment Buildings." According to Almazbek Zarylbek uulu, the First Deputy Minister of Justice, the proposed amendments are aimed at improving the functioning of homeowners'

03.02.2026, 10:55
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The Cabinet has regulated the legal status of the Academy of Sciences and approved its charter

The Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic has made a decision regarding the functioning of the National Academy of Sciences. This was reported by the press service of the government apparatus. As part of this resolution, the charter of the Academy was approved, as well as the regulations for the coordination council that deals with fundamental and applied research, and the process for electing members of the Academy.

03.02.2026, 10:54
Deputy: Catering establishments have inflated prices even for takeout orders
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Deputy: Catering establishments have inflated prices even for takeout orders

At the meeting of the Committee of the Jogorku Kenesh on Finance, Budget, Entrepreneurship, and Competition Development, Deputy Zhanibek Abirov drew attention to the problem of rising prices in public catering establishments. He emphasized that previously the service charge in such places was 10%-15% of the total bill, of which 7%-8% went to the waiters, while the rest remained with the owners of the establishments. “According to the information I have, restaurant and café owners have now

03.02.2026, 10:41
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In January 2026, the Social Fund reviewed 3,346 pension cases

In January 2026, the Social Fund of the Kyrgyz Republic reviewed 3,346 pension cases. Out of the total number of cases, 2,541 citizens were assigned a pension for the first time, while 805 pensioners had their pensions recalculated based on new documents regarding their work experience, salary, education, and disability.

03.02.2026, 10:40
The territory of the Osh Passenger Transport Enterprise has been returned to state ownership.
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The territory of the Osh Passenger Transport Enterprise has been returned to state ownership.

According to information provided by the press service of the State Committee for National Security (SCNS) of Kyrgyzstan, the territory of the Osh Passenger Transport Enterprise (PATP-1) has been returned to state ownership. In the early 2000s, according to the agency, the former head of the enterprise illegally privatized the land plot, after which he divided it into several parts, registering them under the names of individuals connected to him. During the investigation, it was revealed that

03.02.2026, 10:36
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Physical Education Teacher Beat Children. He Was Held Accountable

As reported by Kaktus.media, the incident was recorded on video, where a teacher, having lined up the boys at the blackboard, applied physical force to them. This occurred on January 28. According to available information, physical education teacher J.K., born in 1996, called four 8th-grade students to the blackboard and allegedly struck them for "educational purposes." At this time, a criminal case has not been initiated; however, J.K. has been punished under Article 56

03.02.2026, 10:34
KFC visited the "Barcelona" academy in Manas
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KFC visited the "Barcelona" academy in Manas

Recently, the General Secretary of KFS, Mederbek Sydykov, and the Technical Director, Dainis Kazakevich, visited the 'Barcelona' football academy located in Manas as part of their working trip to the Jalal-Abad region.

03.02.2026, 10:33
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Ministry of Labor: Employers Delaying Salaries Will Pay Penalties

The Ministry of Labor, Social Security, and Migration has announced new changes to the Labor Code. According to the information from the agency, a single penalty percentage has now been established. If an employer delays the payment of wages, vacation pay, severance payments, or other monetary amounts, they will have to pay an additional amount of 0.25 percent of the unpaid sum for each day of delay, starting from the date of the actual payment.

03.02.2026, 10:28
In Moscow Metro, mobile phones of citizens have started to be checked - media
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In Moscow Metro, mobile phones of citizens have started to be checked - media

Checks of mobile devices among citizens have begun in the Moscow metro. Passengers may be asked to turn on their phones, similar to procedures conducted at airports with laptops to verify their authenticity, reports the publication "Pod'yem". Illustrative photo "The introduction of new measures for checking mobile phones, regulated by the order of the Ministry of Transport of Russia dated February 4, 2025, No. 34, may be implemented in addition to the already existing

03.02.2026, 10:19
The President announced the statistics on traffic accidents in Kyrgyzstan over the past 10 years
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The President announced the statistics on traffic accidents in Kyrgyzstan over the past 10 years

During a meeting with representatives of the state enterprise "Unaa," the President of Kyrgyzstan, Sadyr Japarov, reported that over the past ten years, there have been 75,000 road traffic accidents in the country. The head of state noted that as a result of these incidents, 9,120 people lost their lives, and 13,260 people sustained various injuries. Almost half of those injured became disabled, which creates additional social obligations for the state, including the need to provide

03.02.2026, 10:18
Is there enough coal at the Bishkek CHPP?
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Is there enough coal at the Bishkek CHPP?

The city administration provided a report on the operation of the station According to information from the city administration, the coal reserves at Bishkek CHPP are sufficient to ensure "stable operation" during the current heating season.

03.02.2026, 10:18
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Transition to a 12-Year Education System. Officials Do Not Consider the New Program Difficult

At the briefing, Olga Bryzgalova, a representative of the Ministry of Education, emphasized that it is incorrect to speak of the complexity of the new subject standards and curricula in mathematics and natural sciences for grades 1, 2, 5, and 7. In her opinion, they have simply been revised and organized according to a different principle. According to Bryzgalova, the main difficulties arose for the teachers themselves, who had to adapt to the new teaching methodology during the summer holidays.

03.02.2026, 09:40
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The Bishkek City Hall has put 77 vehicles up for auction.

An auction for the sale of 77 vehicles owned by the city administration has been announced in Bishkek. The bidding is scheduled for March 13 at 10:00 at the address: Chokmorova Street, 246, Bishkek. Registration for those wishing to participate ends on March 9 at 17:00.

03.02.2026, 09:37
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Three Minor Children Drowned in Sokuluk

A tragic event occurred on February 2 in the village of Maisky, located in the Zhany-Pakhtinsky rural district. According to information provided by the Main Internal Affairs Directorate of the Chuy region, three children born in 2021 drowned in a local canal. Reports indicate that the police received a signal about the incident, after which an investigative operational group was dispatched to the scene. Upon arrival, law enforcement officers discovered the bodies of the children, which were

03.02.2026, 09:34
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Ministry of Construction: Currently, 668 facilities are being built in Kyrgyzstan

At the meeting of the committee of the Jogorku Kenesh dedicated to industrial policy, transport, and construction, the Deputy Minister of Construction, Architecture, and Housing and Communal Services Talantbek Imanakun uulu reported that in 2025, 15.5 billion soms will be allocated from the republican budget for the construction of various facilities. For the purposes of 2024, 11.6 billion soms are planned for these needs.

03.02.2026, 09:32
Aybiyke Nurlanova: I Want to Continue Growing and Developing in Ballroom Dancing
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Aybiyke Nurlanova: I Want to Continue Growing and Developing in Ballroom Dancing

Aibiyke Nurlanova, a 19-year-old resident of Bishkek, started practicing competitive ballroom dancing at an early age. Throughout her dance career, she has won numerous medals and trophies, become a winner of international tournaments, a finalist at the World Championship, and a multiple champion of Kyrgyzstan. She holds the title of candidate for master of sports and has a representation for master of sports, while dancing remains an important part of her life alongside her studies.

03.02.2026, 09:16