July 15, 2026
Missing 18-Year-Old Found Dead in Caspian Sea
The body of Azamat Duisekhanov, who disappeared on his 18th birthday in the Caspian Sea on July 7, was found near Aktau on July 15. Search on unguarded coastline. More on 24KZ.
July 15, 2026
Technical Faults Caused Power Outages in Almaty Districts, Company Says
Alatau Zharyk Kompaniyasy said technical faults caused power outages in several Almaty districts on July 15. Emergency crews are working to restore power.
July 15, 2026
Kazakhstan Court Orders Insurance Company to Pay Over 2 Million Tenge to Car Owner
In Petropavlovsk, the court orders insurance company to pay over 2 million tenge to car owner after accident, finding insurer's damage assessment undervalued.
July 15, 2026
Almaty Braces for Extreme Heat: Water Sprinklers Deployed on Roads
From July 16 to 20, Almaty faces extreme heat up to 42°C. City services will deploy water sprinklers on roads to lower temperatures and reduce dust.
July 15, 2026
Kostanay Region Allocates 2.4 Billion Tenge from Emergency Reserve for Flood Relief
Kostanay region allocates 2.4 billion tenge from emergency reserve for flood relief, including compensation to residents, road repairs, and social aid. Over 980 livestock lost, 27 apartments purchased.
July 15, 2026
403 hectares disinfected in Aktobe region — Kazakhstan Emergency Ministry
403 hectares of areas disinfected in Aktobe region. According to the Emergency Ministry, 38,521 people have returned home, 6,726 remain in evacuation centers.
July 15, 2026
Almaty Braces for Extreme Heat: Over 128 Streets to Be Watered
Almaty intensifies street watering with 16 columns covering over 128 streets amid forecast extreme heat up to 42°C. Measures reduce asphalt heat and dust.
July 15, 2026
AI Translation of Kairat Nurtas's 'Almaty Tuni' Outshines Original
Actor Anuar Nurpeisov used AI to translate Kairat Nurtas's hit 'Almaty Tuni' into French. Internet users are delighted, saying the cover surpasses the original.
July 15, 2026
Used cars in Almaty: summer 2026 market snapshot
An overview from car specialist Vladislav Zhukov on used car sales in Almaty in summer 2026. Prices for Toyota, Hyundai, Kia and more. Market trends and advice.
July 15, 2026
Bird flu detected in New Zealand
New Zealand reported its first H5N1 bird flu case in a migratory seabird. Authorities began vaccinating rare species. The strain was detected in Australia.
July 15, 2026
Elderly Woman Injured After Fall from Slope in Almaty Mountains
An elderly woman was injured after falling from a slope at 2,280 meters in Almaty's Medeu District. Rescuers provided first aid and evacuated her, handing her over to medical staff.
July 15, 2026
Body of Missing Teenager Found in Caspian Sea
The search for a teenager missing in the Caspian Sea in Mangystau region ended with his body found 51 km from Aktau. 253 people participated in the operation.
July 15, 2026
Pensioners detonate cake with firecracker in Pavlodar bank branch on fraudsters' orders
In Pavlodar, pensioners exploded a cake with a firecracker in a bank at scammers' behest. They had minor injuries. Police warn about repeated fraud schemes.
July 15, 2026
Rain and thunderstorms forecast for most of Kazakhstan
On April 29, most of Kazakhstan will see rain and thunderstorms; only the southwest, northwest, and center will be dry. Wind, hail, squalls, dust storms, fog expected. In the southeast, rain and snow in mountains.
July 15, 2026
Kanat Sharlapayev Announces Plans to Boost Kazakhstan's Metallurgy Output
Kazakhstan's Industry Minister Kanat Sharlapayev announced plans to boost metallurgy output 4.3% in 2024 via increased steel, copper, zinc, and other metals.
July 15, 2026
Uralsk Man Says Tenants Occupied His Home, Stole Furniture; Court Case Underway
A Uralsk homeowner says tenants occupied his house, stole furniture, and locked him out. The case, involving disputed ownership, moved to juvenile court due to minors living there.
July 15, 2026
8 Steppe Fires Extinguished in Akmola Region
Eight steppe fires were extinguished in Akmola region over the past day, caused by lightning strikes. No threat to settlements or casualties occurred. Firefighting operations continue.
July 15, 2026
Death toll in Spain wildfire rises to 13
The death toll from a wildfire in Spain's Almeria rises to 13, mostly foreign nationals. The blaze has scorched 7,000 hectares, among deadliest in years.
July 15, 2026
Evening News Broadcast at 8:00 PM on July 15, 2026
Watch the 8:00 PM evening news broadcast for July 15, 2026, on channel 24KZ. Stay informed with the latest headlines and updates from this news release on infohub.kz.
July 15, 2026
5 dead in bus crash: Kazakhstan issues first sentence for poor winter road maintenance
A Kazakhstan court sentenced the head of a road maintenance unit to 2.5 years suspended for improper winter road maintenance after a bus crash killed five.
July 15, 2026
Almaty Police Seek Driver Who Caused Damage on Esentai Embankment
A car was filmed driving recklessly along the Esentai embankment in Almaty, damaging a lamppost. Police have launched an investigation and vowed to find and punish the perpetrator.
July 15, 2026
Kazakhstan to Boost Household Appliance Production for Export to EAEU
Kazakhstan plans to boost household appliance production to 360,000 units by 2025 for export to the EAEU market, said Minister of Industry Kanat Sharlapayev.
July 15, 2026
Prominent Kazakh Scientist Zhaulaubai Kydyrbaev Dies at 76
Kazakh scientist Zhaulaubai Kydyrbaev, known for vaccines against avian flu and brucellosis, died at 76. He authored over 200 papers and won multiple awards.
July 15, 2026
Kazakhstan to Launch Production of Jetour, Changan, Chery, and Haval Cars
Kazakhstan plans to start assembling Chinese car brands Jetour, Changan, Chery, and Haval. Minister sets CKD target of 50% by 2027, with production projects in Kostanay and Almaty.
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