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Heavy rain in Kentau caused flooding of streets and residential buildings.

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Сильный дождь в Кентау вызвал подтопления улиц и жилых домов
On 23 April, a heavy downpour occurred in the city of Kentau, Turkestan Region, leading to flooding of streets, markets and the entrances to residential buildings. In some areas, water levels reached 10–25 cm. Rescue workers and municipal services were deployed to deal with the aftermath.

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 Almaty court has passed a sentence in the case of embezzlement at Air Astana and FlyArystan.

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подсудимые
Almaly District Court of the city of Almaty has heard a criminal case against three former employees of Air Astana and FlyArystan airlines, accused of embezzlement and money laundering. Two defendants received sentences of 8 years and 6 months each, and a third received 9 years' imprisonment with confiscation of property. The court's verdict has not yet entered into legal force.

In the KGD of Kazakhstan, the control of mobile transfers has been clarified.

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контроль мобильных переводов
The State Revenue Committee has clarified the procedure for monitoring mobile transfers by individuals. Banks will transmit information to the tax authorities when three criteria are simultaneously met: regularity of transfers, number of senders, and total amount. Automatic account blocking or closure of transactions is not envisaged.

Why did the veterinary committee of the Ministry of Agriculture hide epizootic statistics behind the classification "For Official Use Only"?

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Исследование ветеринарии
The Committee for Veterinary Control and Supervision of the Ministry of Agriculture has declared epizootic statistics an "official secret", even though similar data is freely published by Kazakh scientists in international journals. Instead of protecting human and animal health, the "FOUO" classification increasingly resembles a convenient tool for concealing real problems in the veterinary system.

The rise in measles incidence among children has been recorded in the Zhambyl region.

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корь
Since the beginning of 2026, 191 cases of measles have been registered in the Zhambyl region. More than 80% of those infected are children under 14, with the vast majority of patients not having been vaccinated. The main outbreak of the disease occurred in the city of Taraz.

Hundreds of millions of tenge embezzled from medical insurance funds are being investigated in Astana

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медстрахование
In Astana, a pre-trial investigation is being conducted into the director of two private clinics over the possible illegal receipt of funds from the Social Health Insurance Fund. According to the investigation, information was entered into the system about patients who did not actually receive medical services. The suspect has been placed in custody, and his property has been seized.
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