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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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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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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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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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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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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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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.

Director of an LPG filling station and a gas cylinder delivery man have been detained in connection with the explosion at the "Plov Centre" café in Shchuchinsk.

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In connection with the case of the explosion at the "Plov Centre" café in Shchuchinsk, two more suspects have been detained — the director of an automotive gas filling station and a gas cylinder deliveryman. They are suspected of violating safety requirements during the filling and delivery of cylinders. The court has placed one suspect in custody and the other under house arrest.

Three police officers in Rudny have been detained on suspicion of bribery.

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In the Kostanay region, three officers from the Rudny criminal police department have been detained. They are suspected of receiving a bribe under Part 3 of Article 366 of the Criminal Code of the Republic of Kazakhstan. The Kostanay court has chosen a preventive measure in the form of detention, and a pre-trial investigation is underway.

The Irtysh-Uspenka canal project, costing 7.4 billion tenge, has been delayed by six years

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The reconstruction project of the Irtysh-Uspenka canal, costing 7.4 billion tenge, has been delayed for six years and is now expected to be completed in 2026. The facility is intended to supply water to agricultural lands in the Pavlodar region and increase the area of irrigated land to 10,000 hectares.

Six children have been hospitalised after the use of stage smoke in Almaty.

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In Almaty, six 12-year-old pupils from Gymnasium No. 199 were hospitalised after using a stage smoke machine during a school event. The children experienced coughing and eye irritation, after which they were taken to the Children's Emergency Care Centre and placed in the toxicology ward.

The video recording of the destruction of the flag and coat of arms at a school in Pavlodar has caused a stir.

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In Pavlodar, on the grounds of the school named after Mashkhur Zhusup, a commission destroyed the national flag and coat of arms of Kazakhstan. A video of the process appeared on social media and sparked public outcry. The education department stated that the actions were carried out in accordance with current regulations, but the school principal was issued a severe reprimand.

The number of housing market transactions in Kazakhstan fell by nearly 48% in January.

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In January 2026, 27,745 housing sale and purchase transactions were registered in Kazakhstan, which is 47.8% fewer than in December 2025. A decrease was recorded in all regions of the country. The highest number of transactions, as is traditional, took place in Astana, Almaty, and the Karaganda Region.

Identified violations during the construction of the Ayana Plaza residential complex did not result in the protection of equity holders.

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The Ayana Plaza residential complex in Astana has been under construction since 2022, with a stated completion date of Q3 2023; however, the development remains unfinished to this day. The courts have established that construction and the raising of funds from equity holders were carried out without the proper permit documents, including the permission to attract funds from participants in shared-equity construction.
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