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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.

Founder of the FBRK, Kirill Pavlov, has claimed that police officers attempted to purchase sexual services.

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скандал с интимными объявлениями
FBRK founder Kirill Pavlov reported that since January his number has been posted on the Kyzdar_net website. According to him, he has begun collecting data on those who have called him. Pavlov claims that among them are law enforcement officers and a deputy's assistant.

The mother of a child with a disability in Kyzylorda was given a flat on the fifth floor of a building with no lift.

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Мать ребёнка с инвалидностью
In Kyzylorda, a single mother raising a child with a disability was given a rented flat on the fifth floor of a building with no lift. The woman claims she was told before moving in that there was a lift. Otbasy Bank reported that housing allocation is done automatically.

KNB confirmed an investigation into the deputy akim of the East Kazakhstan region, Zhaksylyk Omar.

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Жаксылык Омар
The National Security Committee has reported that a pre-trial investigation is being conducted into the first deputy akim of the East Kazakhstan Region, Zhaksylyk Omar. The details of the case have not been disclosed. The regional akimat stated that it has no information regarding his detention.

The authorities of Semey have signed a contract for celebrating Nauryz worth 40 million tenge.

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договор на празднование наурыза
The Akimat of the city of Semey has signed a contract for the organisation of the Nauryz celebrations, amounting to 40,473,875 tenge excluding VAT. The contractor is the sole trader "TAU Production". The list of services includes directing and staging work, technical support for the stage, lighting and sound, as well as the delivery of a concert programme. The contract is valid until 31 December 2026.