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Almost 3 billion tenge have been allocated for the design of a new metro line in Almaty

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In Almaty, work has begun on the development of design and estimate documentation (DED) for a new metro line, which will connect the under-construction "Qalqaman" station with the "Barlyq" market. A total of 2.96 billion tenge has been allocated from the city budget for this purpose.

Senators approved the creation of science cities in Kazakhstan

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Senators have approved a law on matters of science, knowledge-intensive territories, social security, education, healthcare and military service. The document provides for the creation of a legal framework for the development of science cities and scientific-technological parks, as well as introducing new support measures for scientists.

Farmers in the Turkestan region have linked the loss of their melon crop to an artificial rain project.

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Farmers in the Zhetysai and Maktaaral districts of the Turkestan region have reported significant losses of their melon harvest following prolonged May rains. Some farmers linked the precipitation to a pilot project for artificial rainmaking, while specialists explain the weather conditions as being due to natural atmospheric processes.

The son of Kyrgyzstan's former prime minister has been arrested in Almaty on smuggling charges.

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The son of former Prime Minister of Kyrgyzstan Daniyar Usenov — Urmat Usenov — is being held in custody in Almaty on charges of illegal business activity and alleged creation of a transnational organised group. According to sources, the investigation is linked to the illegal trafficking of tobacco products.

The Ministry of Emergency Situations has extinguished a fire at an amusement park in Atyrau.

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In the Avangard microdistrict of Atyrau, a fire broke out on the grounds of a playground. Employees of the Ministry for Emergency Situations (EMERCOM) extinguished the blaze and prevented the fire from spreading to neighbouring buildings. There were no casualties.

Skis for the akimat for 1 million tenge discussed in West Kazakhstan Region against the backdrop of town's problems

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The Akimat of the Daryinsky Rural District in the West Kazakhstan Region (WKR) plans to purchase 10 pairs of skis with a total cost of 1 million 118 thousand tenge. According to the district akim, Tlek Kakenov, the equipment is intended for employees of the akimat’s administrative staff.

Agricultural producers in Kazakhstan have signed over 26,500 contracts for water supply

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From the beginning of 2026, the Ministry of Water Resources and Irrigation has transferred the procedure for concluding contracts for the supply of irrigation water with agricultural producers to an electronic format. To date, the Republican State Enterprise "Kazvodkhoz" has issued 26,527 electronic agreements with farmers.

Pharmaceutical production worth 39.5 billion tenge is being expanded in Shymkent

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In Shymkent, a large-scale project to expand the production of medicinal products is launching, involving private investment worth 39.5 billion tenge. The new phase of the Polpharma Santo project envisages the creation of 300 jobs and the production of 38 types of medicines for the treatment of oncological, cardiovascular, and infectious diseases.

<p>VAT collection in Kazakhstan reached only 80% of the target in January 2026.</p>

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In January 2026, VAT receipts in Kazakhstan fell 19.8% short of the plan, with a shortfall of 61.9 billion tenge. Meanwhile, corporate income tax and non-tax revenues exceeded forecasts. Transfers from the National Fund and borrowings decreased, while budget spending was absorbed more slowly, which reduced the deficit.

The Government of Kazakhstan has allocated over 40.7 billion tenge for geological exploration.

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The Government of Kazakhstan has allocated over 40.7 billion tenge for the implementation of 20 second-generation geological survey projects at a scale of 1:50,000, covering approximately 100,000 square kilometres in various regions of the country. The work includes aerogeophysical surveys, geochemistry, and digital data processing to update geological maps and identify promising mineral deposit sites.

A senior official of the West Kazakhstan Region is suspected of raping a minor.

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In the West Kazakhstan Region, a case of rape of a minor is under investigation. A 57-year-old official is the suspect. The man was detained but later released, and the investigation continues under Article 120 of the Criminal Code of the Republic of Kazakhstan.

Erbol Akhmetzhanov has been dismissed from the post of head of the court of the Zhambyl region

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The Supreme Judicial Council considered the submission of the Chairman of the Supreme Court regarding staffing changes and dismissed Yerbol Akhmetzhanov from the position of acting chairman of the Zhambyl Regional Court. He had been heading the court since 27 February 2020.
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