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Kazakhstan's oil and gas sector saw a 40% increase in accidents in the first quarter of 2026.

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Нефтегазовый сектор Казахстана показал рост аварий на 40% в первом квартале 2026 года
In Kazakhstan, seven accidents at oil and gas facilities were recorded in the first quarter, which is 40% higher than the previous year's level. State authorities carried out 226 inspections, identified over 5,000 violations, and suspended the operation of 312 hazardous facilities.

The international book fair "Astana Eurasian Book Fair-2026" is taking place in Astana.

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Astana Eurasian Book Fair 2026
The IX International Book Fair "Astana Eurasian Book Fair-2026" continues in Astana. This is one of the most significant cultural and educational events in Central Asia, bringing together publishers, experts and readers on one platform.

The UK Parliament has approved a ban on the sale of cigarettes to those born after 2009.

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Парламент Великобритании одобрил запрет на продажу сигарет для родившихся после 2009 года
The UK Parliament has agreed the final version of the law on tobacco and vapes, which bans the sale of cigarettes to anyone born after 1 January 2009. The document also tightens the rules on the sale of vapes and nicotine-containing products. The article also notes that Kazakhstan has had a complete ban on vapes since 2024.

Investment income of the UAPF in Kazakhstan decreased by 240 billion tenge

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Инвестиционный доход ЕНПФ в Казахстане снизился на 240 млрд тенге
The investment income of the UAPF fell by 240 billion tenge in March. The National Bank of Kazakhstan explained the change by the strengthening of the tenge against the dollar, as around 40% of pension assets are denominated in foreign currency. At the same time, since the start of the year the indicator has remained positive, exceeding 270 billion tenge.

Writers met with students in Atyrau as part of Book Week

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неделя книги Казахстан
In Atyrau, a literary meeting took place with the participation of well-known Kazakhstani writers, aimed at developing an interest in reading among young people. The event was part of a programme timed to coincide with National Book Day, and brought together students and authors in an open dialogue format.

The fire occurred at the "MasloDel" enterprise in the North Kazakhstan Region.

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Пожар произошёл на предприятии «МаслоДел» в СКО
In the North Kazakhstan Region, on 23 April, a large fire broke out at an oil processing plant in the village of Novoishimskoye. The flames engulfed the grain dryer building, and fire brigades along with a fire train were called in to extinguish it. The fire was later completely put out, with no casualties.

The defendants of a criminal group in Astana and Almaty are suspected of extortion and violence.

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Фигуранты преступной группы
In Astana and Almaty, officers of the Ministry of Internal Affairs and the National Security Committee have detained members of a criminal organisation. According to the investigation, the suspects are linked to kidnapping, extortion, and arson of vehicles. During more than 20 searches, money, bladed weapons, and physical evidence were seized. Six individuals have been placed in a temporary detention facility, and the investigation continues.

Which department is responsible for food safety in school canteens?

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Пищевая безопасность
30 January 2026, eight pupils from the 'Miras' school in Astana were hospitalised with an acute intestinal infection after lunch in the school canteen. The editorial team of FBRK decided to find out who is responsible for the safety of animal-derived products in educational institutions.

Toll collection on defective sections of paid motorways has been suspended in Kazakhstan

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дефектных участках платных автодорог приостановили
On 14 toll sections of republican highways, toll collection has been temporarily suspended due to identified road surface defects. The total area of defective sections amounts to approximately 1,100,000 m². The suspension is in effect from 29 January 2026 until the complete elimination of the defects. Works will begin in 2026 as part of the road construction season.

The court has passed a sentence in the case of fake promo codes worth 473.6 million tenge in Astana.

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приговор по делу о фиктивных промокодах

In Astana, a court of first instance has heard the case of an employee of a trading house and ten of his acquaintances concerning the illegal generation of promo codes for purchasing household appliances. According to the investigation, the defendants were involved in a scheme that caused 473.6 million tenge in damages to the trading house. The sentence has not yet entered into legal force.

A man burnt the body of his murdered wife and received 11 years in a penal colony in the Turkestan region

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Мужчина сжёг тело убитой им супруги
Specialised inter-district criminal court of the Turkestan region found a man guilty of the premeditated murder of his wife. The man strangled his spouse, then doused the body with petrol and set it on fire. The court sentenced him to 11 years and 3 months in prison. The court's private ruling highlighted the police's inaction.
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