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We All Contributed as a Village: How a Full-fledged Kindergarten Was Opened in Kyzyl-Zhyldyz

In the village of Kyzyl-Jyldyz, located in the rural district of Chayek in the Jumgal region of Naryn Province, the kindergarten "Jumgal Balastan" is now a fully-fledged preschool institution, as reported by the district education department. For the past three years, the kindergarten operated as a three-hour institution in the renovated building of an old school. To transition it to full-time operation starting November 2025, the villagers raised funds, and a sum was allocated from

05.02.2026, 06:59
A Scam Posing as Investments is Spreading in WhatsApp Groups
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A Scam Posing as Investments is Spreading in WhatsApp Groups

In the Chui region, law enforcement agencies are drawing citizens' attention to cases of fraud occurring in WhatsApp groups called "JDC in Kyrgyzstan," which are financial pyramids. According to information provided by the press service of the Main Internal Affairs Directorate of the Chui region, scammers add users to messenger groups and offer to invest money, promising high and guaranteed profits without any legal grounds. To facilitate payments, the fraudsters send QR codes

05.02.2026, 02:15
The Foreign Minister of Kyrgyzstan Discussed Visa Issues with the U.S. Special Envoy
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The Foreign Minister of Kyrgyzstan Discussed Visa Issues with the U.S. Special Envoy

Photo by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs The meeting between the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic, Jeenbek Kulubaev, and the U.S. Special Envoy for South and Central Asia, Sergio Gor, took place today. According to the press service of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the main focus of the negotiations was on the state and future of Kyrgyz-American relations.

05.02.2026, 00:57
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"Zhubaylar": Sergey Kalishchuk converted to Islam at 12, and at 25 married a Kyrgyz girl

In the "Couples" section, we present the story of Kyrgyz Aydana Kalishchuk and Russian Sergey Kalishchuk. Sergey, born in 1995 in Toktogul, located in the Jalal-Abad region, decided to convert to Islam at the age of 12 and chose the name Abdullah. He currently resides in Belovodsk, located in the Moscow district of the Chui region, where he works as an auto blogger and is involved in car trading. Sergey has a secondary education, having completed 9 grades.

05.02.2026, 00:12
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In Uzbekistan, they want to build a modern golf resort

A company from Malaysia, Spora Global Sdn Bhd, has introduced a concept for creating a large golf resort in the Tashkent region. Currently, investors are preparing for a visit to Uzbekistan to select a suitable location and assess the technical aspects of the future project, as reported by Podrobno.uz. News topic A golf club is being built at Issyk-Kul. The project is overseen by Rustam Japparov.

04.02.2026, 23:49
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In the Sokuluk District, a 6-year-old boy stopped a driver and asked about traffic rules.

At an event dedicated to road safety in the Sokuluk district, a little boy named Kairat Sarbatov, who is only 6 years old, stopped a passing car and asked the driver a question about traffic rules. This event became known thanks to the press service of the Road Safety Organization Department (UOBDD) of the Main Internal Affairs Directorate (GUVD) of the region. Kairat, who lives in the village of Tash-Bulak, dreams of becoming a traffic controller. The child's participation in discussions

04.02.2026, 21:46
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The USA has frozen the processing of immigration visas for 75 countries. A lawsuit has been filed against the State Department.

A class-action lawsuit against the U.S. Department of State and Secretary of State Marco Rubio has been filed in connection with the decision to suspend the issuance of immigration visas for citizens of 75 countries, including Kyrgyzstan. This was reported by The Guardian. Human rights lawyers are accusing the government of illegal discrimination and violations of immigration laws.

04.02.2026, 20:57
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Entrepreneurs in Bishkek were explained how to use the state language in the service sector

Recently, a meeting took place in the Pervomaisky district of Bishkek, where entrepreneurs discussed how to properly use the state language in the field of consumer services. The city administration reports that the purpose of the event was to clarify the legal requirements regarding the use of the state language and compliance of outdoor advertising with established norms. The meeting was organized by municipal authorities in collaboration with the National Commission on the State Language,

04.02.2026, 20:40
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The head of the academic department of the "Nookat" gymnasium at Osh State University, Gulmeerim Mamatjan kyzy, has passed away.

Gulmeerim Mamatjan kyzy, who held the position of head of the academic department at the "Nookat" gymnasium affiliated with Osh State University, passed away after a prolonged illness. According to university information, Gulmeerim was born on July 5, 1996, in the village of Üch-Bai, located in the T. Zulpuyev rural district of the Nookat region in the Osh province.

04.02.2026, 19:54
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Residents of the rural district of Dön-Bulak in the Uzgen region voiced their problems

On February 4, a public meeting took place in the Uzgen district of the Osh region, gathering residents of the rural district of Dön-Bulak. According to the statement by the head of the rural administration of Dön-Bulak, Duyshenbek Bataev, the event was attended by the akim of the Uzgen district, Kanibek Abpasov, local government officials, representatives of institutions, and, of course, local residents.

04.02.2026, 19:42
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Our People Abroad: Meerim Eshkojoeva from Talas Moved with Her Husband to Live in a Resort City in South Korea

Turmush continues to introduce readers to Kyrgyzstani individuals who have found their destiny abroad. This time, we will talk about Meerim Eshkojoeva, born in 1995 in Talas and currently married. The couple settled in the resort town of Sokcho, located in South Korea, where both found jobs in a hotel. According to Meerim, this place is famous for its calm atmosphere, clean air, and harmonious combination of sea and mountains.

04.02.2026, 19:22
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Residents of Karakol Attended the Deputies' Session Due to 550 Land Plots — What Was Decided

At the XVI session of the city council of Karakol, one of the important agenda items was the approval of the "Regulations on the procedure for exchanging municipal properties." Landowners from the new area at the intersection of Kuchukov and Karasaev streets attended the meeting. A representative of this group reported that there are about 550 allocated plots in this area, with sizes ranging from 4.5 hundredths to 2 hectares. Despite the landowners having "Red Books"

04.02.2026, 19:20
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Didn’t pay for years. In Manas, half a million soms in alimony was collected from the debtor.

The Enforcement Service operating under the General Prosecutor's Office of Kyrgyzstan has completed the process of collecting alimony arrears amounting to 511,278 soms. In the agency, it was reported that during the enforcement proceedings of the Manas City Department, alimony was collected from the debtor A.Sh.I. in favor of Ch.O.K. This collection amounted to one third of the debtor's income and will continue until the children reach adulthood. The arrears, which had accumulated

04.02.2026, 18:31
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The Audit Chamber found violations amounting to 10 million soms in the Talas budget

The identified financial violations in the budget of Talas for 2024 amount to 10 million 263.5 thousand soms. As reported by the Accounts Chamber, a significant portion of these funds may be returned to the budget. The audit was conducted by the territorial division of the Accounts Chamber for Bishkek, Chui, and Talas regions. During the inspection, the execution of the city budget, the activities of the mayor's office and related structures, as well as municipal enterprises for the period

04.02.2026, 18:26
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The incidence of syphilis in Russia has increased by 63 percent over four years

According to Rosstat, in 2024, Russia registered 25.1 thousand new cases of syphilis. This is a 63% increase compared to the figures from 2020, as reported by Meduza. The most noticeable growth is observed among men over 40 years old: the number of cases in this group increased from 4.7 thousand in 2020 to 9.7 thousand in 2024.

04.02.2026, 18:25
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In Tash-Kumyr, the construction of a new architectural institution building and social facilities was inspected.

The authorized representative of the President of Kyrgyzstan in the Jalal-Abad region conducted an inspection of the construction of several social and infrastructure facilities in Tash-Kumyr. As reported by a Turmush correspondent, during his visit, the head of the region first assessed the construction process of a new building for the architectural institution located on Ch. Aitmatov Street.

04.02.2026, 18:14
The Presidential Administration will be involved in vehicle inspections.
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The Presidential Administration will be involved in vehicle inspections.

The President of Kyrgyzstan, Sadyr Japarov, has approved a new decree containing amendments to a previously adopted document regarding urgent measures to improve the organization of vehicle technical inspections. This was reported in an official statement from the press service of the head of state. The changes pertain to the decree dated December 31, 2025, number 388. They aim to strengthen state control over the technical inspection process, enhance road safety, stabilize prices, and improve

04.02.2026, 18:08
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The "Teshik-Tash" Market in the city of Osh will be relocated

On February 4, the local administration team conducted an inspection of the "Teshik-Tash" market area and assessed its condition. As a result of the inspection, a decision was made to relocate the market to a new site that meets the established requirements.

04.02.2026, 17:59
In Bishkek, the current situation in the field of religious and interethnic relations in the Kyrgyz Republic was discussed
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In Bishkek, the current situation in the field of religious and interethnic relations in the Kyrgyz Republic was discussed

Today, a meeting of the expert council on strengthening national unity and religious policy was held in Bishkek, chaired by the State Secretary of the Kyrgyz Republic, Arslan Koichiev. The State Secretary noted that this council, which serves as an advisory body, should leverage the expertise of its members to shape and implement state policy in the area of interethnic relations and religious policy. He also emphasized the importance of regular council meetings, recommending that they be held

04.02.2026, 17:45
Kasymaliev proposed that the UAE sovereign fund invest in Kyrgyzstan
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Kasymaliev proposed that the UAE sovereign fund invest in Kyrgyzstan

The discussion focused on logistics, energy, raw materials, and digital infrastructure The head of the Cabinet of Ministers of Kyrgyzstan, Adylbek Kasymaiev, addressed the UAE sovereign investment fund, Emirates Investment Authority, with a proposal for potential investment in the country's economy.

04.02.2026, 17:30
An interuniversity exhibition of designers' works will be held in Bishkek.
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An interuniversity exhibition of designers' works will be held in Bishkek.

On February 6, the V Republican Inter-University Exhibition of Designers' Works will take place in Bishkek, organized by the Public Association "Union of Designers of the Kyrgyz Republic" with the support of the Ministry of Culture. This was reported by the Kyrgyz National Museum of Fine Arts named after Gapar Aitiev. Photo of the Fine Arts Museum

04.02.2026, 17:30
Investors Show Interest in Solar Panel Projects in Kyrgyzstan – Ministry of Energy
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Investors Show Interest in Solar Panel Projects in Kyrgyzstan – Ministry of Energy

During a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, plans for launching solar panel production in Kyrgyzstan were discussed. During the discussion, Deputy Altynbek Kylchbaev asked about the current status of work on establishing such enterprises in the country. Deputy Minister of Energy Altynbek Rysbekov responded that there are currently no solar panel manufacturing plants in the republic, but work in this area has already begun.

04.02.2026, 17:28
The city hall published a list of those eligible for land amnesty in the Lenin District
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The city hall published a list of those eligible for land amnesty in the Lenin District

The implementation of the land amnesty continues in Bishkek, based on the resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers dated May 31, 2022, No. 291, which defines the procedure for conducting this amnesty. According to the information provided by the city hall, the formation of lists of property owners who can take advantage of the land amnesty in the Lenin district has now been completed.

04.02.2026, 17:24
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Kamchybek Tashiev handed the keys to the house to the village mullah

On February 4, the press service of the State Committee for National Security of the Kyrgyz Republic (GKNB KR) reported that Kamchybek Tashiev handed over the keys to a new house to Turdubai Kozhoshev, who has served as a mullah in one of the villages of Kyrgyzstan for 17 years. Kozhoshev began constructing his home, but due to financial difficulties, his project was halted. As a result, local residents turned to the head of the GKNB, who took the situation under personal control and decided to

04.02.2026, 17:22
Kyrgyz Horses to be Registered and Export Ban Imposed
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Kyrgyz Horses to be Registered and Export Ban Imposed

The draft law on state control in the field of breeding livestock is being discussed in the Jogorku Kenesh During the session of the Jogorku Kenesh, the second reading of the draft law aimed at strengthening state control over breeding livestock, including the export of animals, is taking place.

04.02.2026, 17:14
The film "Kurak" won three awards at the film festival in France
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The film "Kurak" won three awards at the film festival in France

At the XXXII International Festival of Asian Cinema held in Vesoul, the film "Kurak" was awarded three prizes, as reported by the Film Development Fund. According to information from the organizers, the film won the Grand Prix of the international jury, as well as awards from critics and the jury of the Lyceen higher school.

04.02.2026, 17:11
The Jogorku Kenesh approved a $20 million loan for clean water
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The Jogorku Kenesh approved a $20 million loan for clean water

Previously, the republic received $180 million as part of the water supply program. At the conclusion of the discussion process, the Jogorku Kenesh of Kyrgyzstan approved the loan agreement with the OPEC Fund for International Development in the third and final reading.

04.02.2026, 17:03
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In the city of Karakol, L. Tolstoy Street has been renamed in honor of a former parliament deputy.

In Karakol, the street named after Leo Tolstoy has been renamed to honor Abdysh Moldakunov. This decision was made at the XVI session of the city council. Abdysh Moldakunov's son, Ermek Abdyshov, reported that his father, born in 1941, raised four children. He began his career in 1963 after graduating from the Frunze Polytechnic Institute and held various leadership positions in the transportation sector in the Issyk-Kul and Talas regions for many years.

04.02.2026, 16:59
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Deputy on the introduction of arrest for alimony debtors: Will half of the men in Kyrgyzstan be detained?

At the meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh on February 4, Deputy Kubanychbek Samakov expressed the opinion that if arrests of alimony debtors begin, there will not be enough places in temporary detention facilities in the country. Deputy Attorney General Umutkan Konkubaeva noted that the draft law implies punishment for evading alimony payments based on a court decision if the debt exceeds three consecutive months or one year. In this case, an arrest for three days is provided.

04.02.2026, 16:40
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"Here We All Communicate". How the Elderly in Bishkek Learn the Kyrgyz Language and Master Chat GPT

Elderly people often find themselves in the background of public attention: they are rarely remembered or talked about. The transition to retirement life becomes a kind of exception to their active participation in society. Many of them face loneliness, which negatively affects their mental and physical well-being. Where can elderly people find communication? About a year ago, a branch of "Active Longevity" opened in Bishkek as part of the gerontological center "Ardager,"

04.02.2026, 16:11
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The U.S. Government is Enhancing Security Cooperation with Kyrgyzstan

In Koi-Tash, at the base of the Ministry of Defense of Kyrgyzstan, an annual working group was held, gathering representatives from the U.S. Central Command, including the Air Force and the Montana National Guard, as well as Special Operations Command. The purpose of the meeting is to discuss the military contact plan for the fiscal year 2027, as reported by the press service of the U.S. Embassy in Kyrgyzstan. This event plays an important role in the development of military partnership and

04.02.2026, 15:24
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The deputy proposes to require men to deposit funds in case of divorce.

At a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, deputy Dastan Bekeshev proposed a number of initiatives aimed at protecting children who face issues with receiving alimony. He noted that after a divorce, women often find themselves without financial support, as men fail to fulfill their alimony obligations.

04.02.2026, 15:22
A fashion event will take place in Bishkek. Headliner - Lilia Rah
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A fashion event will take place in Bishkek. Headliner - Lilia Rah

A stylish event will take place in Bishkek, featuring leading experts from the fashion and beauty industry as part of the Marjan de la mode project. Main guest of the evening: Lilia Rah — a well-known stylist, international fashion expert, and host of the show "Fashion Verdict." Speaker of the event: Sultan Tukeshov — president of the Kyrgyz Society of Plastic Surgery and an experienced plastic surgeon. The evening program includes: a fashion show featuring models from the Dilbar

04.02.2026, 15:18
Relocation of the Osh Bazaar: Authorities Responded to Traders' Questions
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Relocation of the Osh Bazaar: Authorities Responded to Traders' Questions

Kanybek Tumanbaev, the head of the President's Office of Kyrgyzstan, held a meeting with representatives of the Bishkek city administration and traders from the Osh Bazaar to discuss the details of the upcoming market relocation. During the discussion, entrepreneurs expressed their concerns about the lack of clear information regarding the timelines and conditions for the move. They pointed out the spread of conflicting rumors among traders, which creates an atmosphere of distrust and

04.02.2026, 15:02
Kyrgyzstan Closes the Last Settlement Colonies
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Kyrgyzstan Closes the Last Settlement Colonies

State resources will be used more efficiently In Kyrgyzstan, the process of liquidating the colony-settlement system is coming to an end — a unique format of correctional institutions that does not meet modern requirements. The completion of this reform is scheduled for the end of January 2026, when the second group of such institutions will be closed. Now, the supervision of convicts who receive mild forms of punishment will be fully transferred to the probation institution.

04.02.2026, 14:54