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Threat to 2,547 Homes and Cliffs Up to 8 Meters High — Uncontrolled Extraction of Sand and Gravel has Altered the Rivers Kok-Art and Kara-Darya

In the Jalal-Abad region, measures are being taken to combat illegal extraction of inert materials in the riverbeds of Kök-Art and Kara-Darya. During a meeting attended by the first deputy representative of the president in the region, Nurlan Ermatov, issues related to the cessation of inert material extraction and the opening of alternative quarries were discussed. The meeting included members of the regional commission, local authorities, and entrepreneurs.

06.02.2026, 16:56
Ministry of Labor: The number of officially unemployed has decreased by 22% over the year
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Ministry of Labor: The number of officially unemployed has decreased by 22% over the year

During the meeting of the Ministry of Labor, Social Protection, and Migration board, the First Deputy Minister Kamchybek Dosmatov announced the results achieved under state programs in 2025. According to the ministry, the labor market is demonstrating stable trends. The official unemployment rate has reached 1.4%, which is significantly lower than in previous years (2.9% in 2021, 2.8% in 2022, 2.9% in 2023, and 1.8% in 2024). There are 56,500 unemployed registered in employment services, which

06.02.2026, 16:55
Kyrgyzstan and France Strengthen Partnership in the Field of Ecology and Technical Supervision
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Kyrgyzstan and France Strengthen Partnership in the Field of Ecology and Technical Supervision

On February 6, a meeting took place in Bishkek between the Deputy Minister of Natural Resources, Ecology and Technical Supervision of Kyrgyzstan, Almaz Musaev, and the Ambassador of France to the Republic, Nicolas Fay. During the meeting, representatives of the French side expressed their desire to support Kyrgyzstan's participation in COP21, scheduled for 2026 in Yerevan, including organizing additional events dedicated to biodiversity issues.

06.02.2026, 16:45
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The Prosecutor's Office helped a 17-year-old boy get his apartment back in the city of Kainy.

A 17-year-old E.B., born in 2009, regained an apartment in the town of Kainy, Panfilov District of Chui Region, after becoming homeless. According to the Panfilov District Prosecutor's Office, Kainy is the administrative center of the district. The apartment, located in a multi-apartment building, was specified in the will of E.B.'s grandmother, who bequeathed it to her grandson, who is an orphan.

06.02.2026, 16:41
In Bishkek, the use of the state language in the service and advertising sectors was discussed
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In Bishkek, the use of the state language in the service and advertising sectors was discussed

A discussion dedicated to the use of the state language in service and advertising took place in Bishkek. This was reported by the city administration. On February 5, 2026, a meeting was held in the Sverdlovsk district, attended by leaders and representatives of various public service centers, civil registry offices, as well as major shopping and entertainment complexes, beauty salons, banks, markets, cafes and restaurants, hotels, sports institutions, cinemas, printing houses, and stores.

06.02.2026, 16:27
"Тunduk" remains one of the most popular apps in Kyrgyzstan
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"Тunduk" remains one of the most popular apps in Kyrgyzstan

The head of the customer support department of OJSC "Tunduk," Aizirek Mamadalieva, reported that citizens' inquiries from all corners of Kyrgyzstan are being carefully reviewed by government agencies. Each inquiry receives due attention, regardless of the region. According to Mamadalieva, the "Tunduk" application is actively functioning throughout the country, providing equal access for both residents of the capital and those in the regions. Currently, its audience

06.02.2026, 16:22
The Bishkek City Hall asked construction companies to adhere to landscaping regulations.
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The Bishkek City Hall asked construction companies to adhere to landscaping regulations.

Photo from the press service of the Bishkek City Hall The press service of the Bishkek City Hall reported the importance of construction companies adhering to the city's landscaping norms. This is due to the fact that ignoring these rules leads to the contamination of the roadway with dirt and soil, which, in turn, can negatively affect road safety and the condition of urban infrastructure. According to paragraph 172 of the landscaping rules, which were approved by the decision of the

06.02.2026, 16:08
10 hectares of land returned to state ownership in Jalal-Abad region
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10 hectares of land returned to state ownership in Jalal-Abad region

Recently, the prosecutor's office in the Jalal-Abad region discovered that 10 hectares of land from the state fund had been illegally transferred to private ownership. This was reported by the press service of the General Prosecutor's Office. During the investigation, it was revealed that in 1999, employees of the Suzak district state administration violated the laws by issuing an unlawful order to transfer a land plot to the agricultural enterprise "A". Based on this

06.02.2026, 15:59
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"Ten Times More Contagious than HIV: A Medical Expert Discusses the Situation with Hepatitis B and D in Kyrgyzstan"

The scientific-practical seminar titled "Hepatitis B and D: Modern Challenges, Diagnosis, Therapy, and Experience of International Cooperation" took place in Bishkek, organized by the Public Foundation "Positive Youth." During the event, Ulan Sarymsakov presented data on the prevalence of hepatitis B and D both in Kyrgyzstan and globally. According to information from the World Health Organization for 2022, there are approximately 254 million cases of chronic hepatitis B

06.02.2026, 15:58
Orozo in Kyrgyzstan: DUMK has approved the date
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Orozo in Kyrgyzstan: DUMK has approved the date

Ramadan will begin on February 19 The Spiritual Administration of Muslims of Kyrgyzstan (DUMK) has announced the start of the month of Ramadan, which will begin on February 19. This information has been confirmed by the administration.

06.02.2026, 15:57
Kanat Sagynbaev criticized subordinates for ignoring citizens' complaints
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Kanat Sagynbaev criticized subordinates for ignoring citizens' complaints

At a recent meeting of the board of the Ministry of Labor, Social Security, and Migration of the Kyrgyz Republic, Minister Kanat Sagynbaev expressed dissatisfaction with the work of some regional and departmental divisions that are inefficiently using the feedback system "Pikir." According to the ministry's information, this system was implemented to increase the transparency of government agencies and improve public information. It allows citizens to leave feedback through QR

06.02.2026, 15:50
In Bishkek, new methods for combating corruption risks were discussed
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In Bishkek, new methods for combating corruption risks were discussed

On February 6, a meeting was held at the Law Academy of the General Prosecutor's Office, where participants discussed the implementation of mechanisms for managing corruption risks in state institutions and local self-government bodies. According to the press service of the Prosecutor General's Office, representatives of the Jogorku Kenesh, experts, and academic figures participated in the discussion. This event was part of the cooperation with Transparency International and was

06.02.2026, 15:50
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In 2025, 1,606 kilometers of roads were repaired in the Kyrgyz Republic

The press service of the Ministry of Transport and Communications reported the achievement of a record plan in the field of road construction. In 2025, the department carried out repair and construction work on 1,606 kilometers of highways. Of the total volume, 1,545 kilometers were completely asphalted. Specifically, 328 kilometers were completed according to the title list, 1,084.6 kilometers under capital investments, and 133.2 kilometers as part of investment projects.

06.02.2026, 15:49
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In Kyrgyzstan, official unemployment has decreased by 22 percent

The Ministry of Labor, Social Welfare, and Migration of Kyrgyzstan reports a significant decrease in the level of official unemployment in the country. According to the department's data, in 2025, thanks to the implementation of state employment programs, this figure stood at 1.4 percent.

06.02.2026, 15:34
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A draft regulation on media registration has been developed

The Ministry of Justice of Kyrgyzstan has presented a draft resolution regarding the procedure for the registration of mass media. The document has been published for public discussion. General ProvisionsThis draft regulates the processes related to state registration (re-registration) of mass media and the cessation of their activities on the territory of the country.

06.02.2026, 15:30
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The Ministry of Transport of Kyrgyzstan announced record revenues for the industry: an increase of almost three times

The Ministry of Transport of Kyrgyzstan is summarizing the results of 2025, reporting impressive revenue growth in the industry. According to the department's information, the total revenue from issuing licenses, permits, measuring weight parameters, processing special permits for oversized cargo, as well as from administrative fines amounted to 1 billion 167 million 399 thousand soms. In comparison, in 2024 this figure was significantly lower — only 398 million 886 thousand soms.

06.02.2026, 15:25
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In Kyrgyzstan, cashless payments increased by 35 percent at two checkpoints

In 2025, at the checkpoints "Sosnovka" and "Kara-Kul," 300 million 266 thousand 484 soms were recorded, collected through the cashless payment system using QR codes. This is an increase of 35.48% compared to the same period last year, according to information from the Ministry of Transport. Improvements to the system and enhanced control contributed to a significant increase in the share of cashless transactions: in 2025, their volume reached 98%. Thus, it was possible to

06.02.2026, 15:02
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The volume of freight transport by rail will reach 10.5 million tons in 2025

The state enterprise "National Company 'Kyrgyz Temir Zholu'" set a new record for cargo transportation volume in 2025, marking a significant event for the Kyrgyz railway. This information was announced by the press service of the Ministry of Transport at the end of the year. Historically, the average volume of cargo transported by rail in Kyrgyzstan remained at around 7 million tons. In 2024, this figure increased to 9.2 million tons, and in 2025 it reached 10.5 million

06.02.2026, 14:58
About 4 million services were provided in the ЦОНs over the year — "Kyzmat"
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About 4 million services were provided in the ЦОНs over the year — "Kyzmat"

Government services are gradually transitioning to an online format, as confirmed by the head of the PR department of the state institution "Kyzmat," Meerim Iskakova, in an interview with Birinchi Radio. Over the past year, the population service centers (CОN) provided about 4 million various services, of which around 500 thousand were in electronic format.

06.02.2026, 14:45
A new sports complex of the Sh. Sydykov College has been opened in Bishkek
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A new sports complex of the Sh. Sydykov College has been opened in Bishkek

In the capital of Kyrgyzstan, Bishkek, a solemn opening of the modern sports complex of the Republican Sports College named after Sh. Sydykov took place. The ceremony was led by the Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers and Chairman of the State Committee for National Security, Colonel General Kamchybek Tashiev. As part of the event, the reopening of the dormitory, mosque, and educational building of the college after major repairs also took place.

06.02.2026, 14:42
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Torobaev checked the readiness of the Sokuluk district for spring fieldwork

The Minister of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry Bakyt Torobaev conducted an inspection of the preparations for spring field work in the Sokuluk District of the Chui Region. As reported by the press service of the ministry, during the inspection of the sowing areas, the head of the district agricultural development department, Bakyt Sadykov, informed the minister that 38,000 hectares of fallow land have already been plowed in the Sokuluk District.

06.02.2026, 14:29
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Attention! The Ministry of Emergency Situations warns of strong winds in Bishkek and the Chui region in the coming hours.

According to the press service of the Ministry of Emergency Situations of the Kyrgyz Republic, today, February 6, after 2:00 PM, strong gusts of wind are expected in Bishkek and the Chui region, reaching 15-20 meters per second. Specialists strongly recommend staying in safe places during strong winds. In case of an emergency, you should immediately contact the "112" service, which operates around the clock and provides free call reception.

06.02.2026, 14:26
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Sadyr Japarov has once again changed the state operator for conducting vehicle inspections

According to the new decree, changes have been made to decree No. 388 "On measures to improve the efficiency of the organization of technical inspection of vehicles," signed on December 31. In particular, the name "State Enterprise 'Technical Center of the Main Department of Road Safety of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic'" has been replaced with "State Center for Vehicle Registration and Driver Licensing under the Presidential

06.02.2026, 14:19
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The plot of the children's health center was illegally sold to private individuals.

In the Osh region, a land plot that previously belonged to a children's sanatorium has been returned. This information was provided by the prosecutor's office of the Kara-Suu district. According to the measures taken by the prosecutor's office, a plot of land measuring 0.24 hectares, valued at 15.6 million soms on the market, has been returned to municipal ownership.

06.02.2026, 14:15
In the Issyk-Kul District, a clean water supply system has been put into operation
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In the Issyk-Kul District, a clean water supply system has been put into operation

html Today, in the village of Toru-Ayghyr, located in the Issyk-Kul region, a new water supply system was inaugurated. This was reported by the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry. High-ranking officials attended the ceremony, including the Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers and the Minister of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry Bakyt Torobaev, as well as the Presidential Plenipotentiary Representative in the Issyk-Kul Region Bakytbek

06.02.2026, 14:05
Chapter "Suzak Cleanliness Society" Caught in Illegal Land Sales
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Chapter "Suzak Cleanliness Society" Caught in Illegal Land Sales

As a result of operational activities, the State Committee for National Security (GKNB) detained M.I., the director of the municipal enterprise "Suzak Tazalyk Komu," and his accomplice S.N., who are suspected of illegal land sales. This information was reported by the agency's press service. The investigation established that the director and his accomplice acted in collusion. The criminal scheme involved the sale of land plots for individual housing construction (IHC) in the

06.02.2026, 13:53
Kyrgyzstan to Expand Export of Beans, Honey, and Dried Fruits to the Pakistani Market
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Kyrgyzstan to Expand Export of Beans, Honey, and Dried Fruits to the Pakistani Market

A meeting was held in the Kyrgyz Republic between the Deputy Minister of Water Resources, Agriculture and Processing Industry, Bekten Bekbolotov, and the Ambassador of Pakistan, Altamash Wazir Khan. According to the Ministry, the issues of the current state and future directions of cooperation in agriculture, trade, and the halal industry were discussed. In particular, special attention was paid to increasing the export of Kyrgyz beans to Pakistan.

06.02.2026, 13:20
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"This is Isolation." Why Parents Are Against Moving the School for Blind Children

Since the beginning of December last year, plans have been announced to relocate the boarding school for blind and visually impaired children located on Kulatov Street in Bishkek to the village of Chon-Aryk or Tash-Dobo (Vorontsovka). Since then, parents and teachers have been actively opposing this decision. One mother, sharing her concerns, noted: "We moved to Bishkek specifically so that our child could study at this school. I have other children who attend different educational

06.02.2026, 13:12
A New Director Appointed at the Higher School of Justice under the Supreme Court
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A New Director Appointed at the Higher School of Justice under the Supreme Court

Today, an official presentation of the new director, Erkin Toktombetov, took place at the Higher School of Justice, which operates under the auspices of the Supreme Court of the Kyrgyz Republic. The event was conducted by the Chairman of the Supreme Court, Mederbek Satyiev. During his speech, Satyiev emphasized the importance of the Higher School of Justice in the country's judicial system, outlining the main tasks that lie ahead for the educational institution in the near future. He

06.02.2026, 13:12
Comedian Nurlan Saburov Banned from Entering Russia for 50 Years
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Comedian Nurlan Saburov Banned from Entering Russia for 50 Years

Kazakhstani comedian Nurlan Saburov has been banned from entering Russia for a period of 50 years. This information was made public by Russian media outlets, citing sources in law enforcement agencies. Photo from the internet According to RIA Novosti, this decision was made on January 30 and was justified by the need to protect national security, comply with legislation, and safeguard traditional spiritual and moral values.

06.02.2026, 13:05
Construction companies held accountable for road pollution
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Construction companies held accountable for road pollution

In Bishkek, the municipal inspection of the mayor's office is actively monitoring compliance with sanitary standards on the roadway, especially along the Bishkek - Manas International Airport (Vasilyevsky tract) route. This information was announced by the city municipality.

06.02.2026, 12:48
Meteorologists Warn of Strengthening Winds in Bishkek
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Meteorologists Warn of Strengthening Winds in Bishkek

In the next three hours, as well as in the evening, an increase in the northwestern wind is expected in Bishkek and the Chui Valley, with gusts reaching 15–20 meters per second. This information is provided by meteorologists. Citizens and visitors to the capital, as well as residents of the Chui region, are advised to exercise caution: if possible, avoid being outdoors, do not leave vehicles under trees and unreliable structures, and stay updated with news from emergency services and official

06.02.2026, 12:13
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Electronic bracelet for individuals who have committed domestic violence. How do they want to control them?

The Ministry of Justice has initiated a project regarding the procedure for applying electronic monitoring and control over individuals guilty of domestic violence. This draft resolution of the cabinet of ministers is already available for public discussion. As part of the initiative, it is proposed to carry out electronic monitoring of the location of both offenders and victims, as well as to monitor compliance with the conditions of temporary protection orders through authorized bodies in the

06.02.2026, 12:13
The Ministry of Justice has prepared a mechanism for electronic monitoring of domestic abusers
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The Ministry of Justice has prepared a mechanism for electronic monitoring of domestic abusers

The Ministry of Justice has presented a draft resolution concerning changes to the existing measures to combat domestic violence. This draft proposes amendments to the Cabinet of Ministers' regulation "On Measures for the Protection and Defense Against Domestic Violence," adopted on July 16, 2025, under number 417. The main goal of this document is to implement the law signed on October 15, 2025, number 214, which introduces a mechanism for electronic monitoring of individuals

06.02.2026, 12:10
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Arzymat Aldayev: Bishkek Must Be Fully Gasified by 2030

At a briefing held today, Arzymat Aldayev, Deputy General Director for Economics and Finance of Gazprom Kyrgyzstan, stated that Bishkek must achieve full gasification by 2030. During the administrative reform, the number of residential areas in the capital has increased to 105, and according to Aldayev, more than half of them are already connected to gas.

06.02.2026, 12:04
The Ministry of Transport Summarized the Results of Work for 2025
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The Ministry of Transport Summarized the Results of Work for 2025

In the capital of Kyrgyzstan, Bishkek, a meeting of the Collegium of the Ministry of Transport and Communications was held to summarize the results of work for 2025. Participants of the event included the Minister of Transport and Communications Abstatttar Syrgabaev, his deputies, as well as Bektursun Dykhanbaev, an expert from the Department of Sectoral Policy of the Presidential Administration and the Cabinet of Ministers.

06.02.2026, 12:03
Kanibek Tumanbaev received a stern reprimand from Sadyr Japarov
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Kanibek Tumanbaev received a stern reprimand from Sadyr Japarov

The President emphasized the importance of adhering to ethical norms in communication with citizens. President Sadyr Japarov issued an official warning to Kanibek Tumanbaev, who holds the position of head of the State Affairs Department. This information was provided by the president's press secretary, Askhat Alagozov.

06.02.2026, 11:41
In the Batken Region, a major overhaul of 22 substations will be conducted
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In the Batken Region, a major overhaul of 22 substations will be conducted

This year, a major overhaul of 22 substations operating at voltages of 220/110/35 kV is planned in the Batken region. The information was provided by the Ministry of Energy of Kyrgyzstan. According to the ministry's data, the substation 220/110/10 kV "Alai" will undergo reconstruction, during which the grounding system for the open switchgear (OSG) equipment will be completely updated. At the "Arka" and "Dzhin-Dzhigan" substations, operating at 110/35/6 kV,

06.02.2026, 11:38
Ramadan in Kyrgyzstan will begin on February 19: The Spiritual Administration of Muslims of Kyrgyzstan has confirmed the date
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Ramadan in Kyrgyzstan will begin on February 19: The Spiritual Administration of Muslims of Kyrgyzstan has confirmed the date

Image from the internet. Orozo in Kyrgyzstan will begin on February 19 The Spiritual Administration of Muslims of Kyrgyzstan has announced that the month of Ramadan (Orozo ayi) in 2026 will begin on February 19. This will be the first day of fasting. The decision was made by the fatwa council during a meeting held in Samarkand (Uzbekistan) with the participation of muftis from the member countries of the Organization of Turkic States.

06.02.2026, 11:32