At the meeting of the "Mekenchil" deputy group on January 30, Umbetaly Kydyraliyev urged the Bishkek city administration not to rush into implementing the tram project outlined in the new general plan. He raised the question of whether an analysis of the effectiveness of this mode of transport had been conducted.
The official noted that the pace of poverty reduction in the country is not fast enough.
Photo by the press service of the mayor's office In the capital of Kyrgyzstan, Bishkek, Mayor Aibek Junushaliev met with representatives of the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD). During the meeting, joint projects between the city and the bank were discussed, as reported by the press service of the mayor's office. Particular attention was paid to the implementation of various initiatives, including in the areas of heating and water supply, as well as the
At a joint meeting of the parliamentary groups "Eldik" and "Ala-Too," Deputy Minister of Internal Affairs Nurbek Abdieyev emphasized that the children of migrants from Kyrgyzstan who remain in the country face serious difficulties and a lack of attention. He noted that the issue of the well-being of these children is becoming increasingly relevant.
In the Batken region, in the village of Austan, there remains a dirt road built by Austrian prisoners of war during World War I. According to a Turmush correspondent, Austrian soldiers were located in this region and were used to create roads along which carts could travel.
Financial violations detected amounting to 1,768.7 million soms The Accounts Chamber of the Kyrgyz Republic has completed an audit regarding compliance with the conditions for the execution of the state budget, as well as the economic activities of the Ministry of Transport and Communications and its structural subdivisions for the year 2024. This information was announced by the press service of the agency.
On March 1, 2026, a new season of the Higher League football in Kyrgyzstan will begin. This season, 16 teams representing various regions of the country will participate in the tournament, significantly expanding the geography of the championship. Passionate fans can expect thrilling matches and bright moments of play.
In the Kara-Suu district, two suspects have been detained for the distribution of extremist materials. This was reported by the press service of the Internal Affairs Directorate of the Osh region. According to the agency, employees of the Service for Countering Extremism and Illegal Migration of the Kara-Suu District Police Department, together with representatives of the Kara-Suu District Department of the State Committee for National Security (GKNB) for the city of Osh and the Osh region,
Edil Baisalov highlighted the types of social support for the population At the last meeting of the parliamentary groups of the Jogorku Kenesh, Deputy Prime Minister Edil Baisalov shared information about the social support measures currently in place. He noted that according to the current legislation of the country, six different types of social payments are provided, and on average, about 300 thousand people receive such assistance every month. Key measures include: “Balaga suyunchu” for
In 2025, employees of the Ombudsman Institute of Kyrgyzstan conducted an analysis of the work of the National Center for Oncology and Hematology (NCOH), as well as the pediatric oncology and hematology department of the National Center for Maternal and Child Health. During the monitoring, representatives of the akiykatchi discovered serious systemic problems and violations of patients' rights, indicating a low level of provided oncological care.
He reported that during the pandemic, the poverty level reached 30% At a meeting of parliamentary groups of the Jogorku Kenesh, Deputy Prime Minister Edil Baisalov stated that the current poverty level in Kyrgyzstan is approximately 25%.
From January 31 to February 2, avalanches are expected on the Bishkek — Osh highway, as reported by the Ministry of Emergency Situations of the Kyrgyz Republic. Specifically, avalanches may occur:
With Kyrgyzstan's transition to a 12-year education system, many parents are expressing concern. While the authorities refer to international practices, they fear that children are struggling with both the new curricula and heavy backpacks. The editorial team of Kaktus.media spoke with the mother of a second grader who demonstrated what her 7-year-old son carries to school every day and the consequences it leads to. “He should be in first grade, but he is in second”Nazira Aytalieva lays
In Osh, raids continue to identify unauthorized constructions on Shakirov Street. These activities were initiated by Mayor Jenishbek Toktorbaev, as reported by the city administration. According to the city’s Architecture and Urban Planning Department, specialists conducted inspections of several restaurants and commercial properties located along this street. During the inspection, cases of buildings exceeding the established red lines were identified, as well as unauthorized extensions
Today, a meeting took place in Bishkek between Mayor Aibek Junushaliev and a delegation from the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD). According to the press service of the mayor's office, the main topic of discussion was joint projects related to heating and water supply in the capital, as well as the city's participation in the "Green Cities" program initiated by the EBRD.
The Ministry of Education will begin an interim monitoring of the implementation of the 12-year educational program. According to a press release, the results will be evaluated at the end of the first semester. A comprehensive analysis will be conducted based on surveys and observations to identify achievements and problems at an early stage of the reform.
The suspect attempted to force the witness to retract previously given testimony in a criminal case A man has been detained in Bishkek who, according to the police, threatened a witness with a gun and demanded that he change his testimony in a criminal case.
According to the press service of the Ministry of Energy, in 2025, more than 150 kilometers of SIP cables were laid and updated in the Chui region. General information about the Chui region: 7.52 km of 35/10 kV overhead power lines were laid; 15.75 km of 10 kV overhead lines using SIP-3; 146.24 km of 10 kV overhead lines transitioned to SIP-2. Breakdown by districts: Alamudun district – 31.2 km; Kemin district – 6.2 km; Moscow district – 13.7 km; Jail district – 23.34 km; Sokuluk district –
At 08:54 on January 30, an earthquake with a magnitude of 3.9 occurred in Kyrgyzstan.
At a meeting of the parliamentary groups "Eldik" and "Ala-Too," Deputy Prime Minister Edil Baisalov shared alarming data on poverty in Kyrgyzstan. According to Baisalov, "urban poverty" is becoming a new reality. It affects access to housing, medical services, and education. Families struggling in rural areas are forced to move to cities in search of a better life, but they encounter the same problems. "Children suffer the most from this situation. This is a
There is a serious and alarming trend currently observed in the world: humanity is losing male gametes. Kyrgyzstan has also not remained aloof from this problem. This was stated by Galina Chirkina, Executive Director of the Alliance for Reproductive Health, at a recent training dedicated to sexual health issues in the media. Chirkina provided alarming data from the World Health Organization: in 1980, a man was considered reproductively healthy with up to 80 million live sperm in one milliliter
The Accounts Chamber of the Kyrgyz Republic has completed an audit concerning the execution of the republican budget and the work of the Ministry of Transport and Communications, including its structural divisions and state enterprises, for the year 2024. As a result of the audit, financial violations totaling 2 billion 251.5 million soms were identified. Of this amount, 2 billion 81.1 million soms are subject to recovery, and during the audit, 1 billion 668.4 million soms have already been
A local resident contacted the Kaktus.media Call Center, reporting issues on the road after the water pipeline repair. He urges the authorities to pay attention to the current situation. “Last year was marked by a water pipeline burst. 'Bishkekvodokanal' carried out the work but left deep holes that fill with dirt and water. Yesterday, one car got stuck here, and people started placing stones to avoid such incidents. The dirt has filled the entire road, and one of the holes is about
The new series of surprise toys from Pop Mart, titled Pucky Knock Knock, was released in China and is based on the Buddhist ritual instrument muuy, also known as the "wooden fish." This toy became a real hit after the successful launch of Labubu, reports the South China Morning Post. Muuy is a wooden block shaped like a fish, traditionally used by Buddhist monks to maintain rhythm while reciting sutras. This instrument symbolizes the tireless efforts of monks in their pursuit of
The Department of Cooperation, Mechanization, and Innovative Technologies in Agriculture organized an informational event for farmers and producers, during which the conditions for the preferential acquisition of agricultural machinery were explained. According to information provided by the Ministry of Agriculture, participants in the meeting were given clarifications about the opportunities to purchase various agricultural machinery on preferential terms through "Aiyl Bank" and
65 years ago, on April 12, 2026, Yuri Gagarin made his historic flight around the Earth, uttering the famous "Let's go!" This date holds special significance for Kyrgyzstan, not only because the first astronaut spent time at Issyk-Kul after his flight. In the past, 35-40 years ago, the republic was an important scientific and technical center of the USSR, where space programs were developed. Interaction on the drawing board
Starting from January 26, 2026, discussions will begin on a draft law proposing amendments to the Law "On State Benefits in the Kyrgyz Republic." This draft was initiated by the deputy of the Jogorku Kenesh, Akylbek Tumonbaev. As stated in the accompanying note, this document aims to support the state demographic policy, which seeks to increase the population in the country. It also proposes to expand social protection for large families and families with minor children, as well as
In the Chui region, local fishermen and athletes are actively engaged in catching and drying roach. “Roach is a fish from the carp family, similar to the bream but differing in size and morphological characteristics. It inhabits large bodies of water in the Balkhash basin, and that’s where we, roach enthusiasts, head to. In winter, this fish is particularly fatty, and catching it with sports gear is a real pleasure. In the cold, we can easily deliver it fresh to Kyrgyzstan. Usually, we salt,
Residents of the city of Batken are facing a shortage of land plots for individual housing construction. Those who have the means are buying plots and continuing to build. Those who cannot afford it wait for years for their turn and are often forced to live two or three families on one plot. According to residents, the issuance of land for housing in the city has not been carried out for about 15 years. “In our family, there are four sons, so each of us applied for a plot and contacted the
At a meeting with representatives of the sewing industry, the president of the Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Temir Sariev, discussed key issues related to the further development of this sector. As a result of the discussions, it was decided to create an expert working group under the Chamber of Commerce and Industry. The group will include participants from business, relevant associations, and experts in the field. The group's task will be to prepare a package of practical and
Photo of the Osh City Hall. Jenishbek Toktorbaev during the inspection of the school cafeteria In the city of Osh, a problem identified in the cafeteria of the "Zhetigen" school has been resolved. This was reported by the local city hall. Recall that on January 28, during a morning raid, Mayor Jenishbek Toktorbaev discovered violations in the organization of meals at the educational institution. As a result of the inspection, the cook at the school was replaced, and the quality of
The team of the ombudsman institute conducted monitoring in 2025 at the National Center for Oncology and Hematology, as well as in the pediatric department of the NCOPH. Medical specialists warn that delays in providing medical assistance can worsen the condition of patients and threaten their lives.
Employees of the Internal Affairs Department of the Batken region reported the detention of six residents of Kyzyl-Kiya, who are suspected of extorting money from a 20-year-old young man from Aiyrbaz, located in the Kadamjai district. According to the investigation, on the evening of January 7, around 10:00 PM, the victim was forcibly shoved into a Daewoo Lanos car in Kyzyl-Kiya. One of the alleged criminals, a citizen with the last name O., along with three accomplices, took the young man to
The Ministry of Transport and Communications of Kyrgyzstan reported that traffic on the passes in the country is proceeding without any restrictions. It is important to note that to maintain road safety, specialized road services are working around the clock, clearing the roads of snow and treating them with anti-icing materials. No snowfall has been recorded, and all roads are in satisfactory condition.
The State Duma of Russia announced new educational formats According to plans for a phased transition to an updated model of higher education, which will start in the 2026/2027 academic year, the "bachelor" and "master" formats will be eliminated in Russia starting September 2026. This was stated by Ksenia Goryacheva, the first deputy chair of the State Duma committee on science and higher education, in an interview with "RIA Novosti".
Recently, a fox was spotted in the yard of a resident of the Jayil district, as reported by Turmush correspondent. In a critical situation, the animal decided to pretend to be dead.
For the first time in its history, the international reserves of the Kyrgyz Republic have exceeded 10 billion US dollars, as reported by Daiyrbek Orunbekov, head of the information policy service under the president. He noted that this information was announced by the chairman of the National Bank of the KR, Melis Turgunbaev, who clarified that it pertains to the country's gold and foreign exchange reserves.
In the Chuy region, in the city of Kant, the construction of a new municipal market and the launch of a waste sorting facility are planned. These initiatives were announced during the final board meeting held on January 29 at the Kant city hall.
The work on updating the national historical and cultural complex "Manas Ordo" is actively ongoing. On January 28, 2026, representatives of the presidential envoy's office in the Talas region, together with employees of the state enterprise "Kyrgyzkurulush," conducted an on-site inspection to assess the progress of construction work at the complex.
On January 27, the mayor of Osh, Jenishbek Toktorbaev, during a raid inspection, identified a number of issues in the organization of food services at the "Zhetigen" school. In response to his criticism, the city administration promptly took measures to improve the situation. In particular, the cook was replaced, which, according to city officials, noticeably improved the quality and taste of the bread and pastries provided to the students.
Starting from September 1, 2026, another 11 universities in Russia will begin transitioning to a new model of higher education, abandoning the Bologna system, which includes bachelor's and master's degrees. This was announced by Ksenia Goryacheva, the first deputy chair of the State Duma Committee on Science and Higher Education. Instead of the existing system, a new structure will be implemented in universities, which includes basic higher education lasting from four to six years and
In Kyrgyzstan, an interim monitoring and analytical assessment of the implementation of 12-year education will be conducted, according to information provided by the Ministry of Education. This analysis will cover the results of the first half of the year. The Ministry plans to carry out a comprehensive analysis based on survey data and observations to determine the outcomes of the reform.
The mayor was not afraid of dirt and put on rubber boots to inspect the area In the Osh city hall, it was reported that Mayor Jenishbek Toktorbaev conducted an inspection of the city polyclinic No. 2.
According to information presented at the joint meeting of the deputy groups "Eldik" and "Ala-Too," the level of poverty in Kyrgyzstan is decreasing very slowly. This was stated by the Deputy Prime Minister Edil Baisalov. The leader of the deputy group "Eldik," Akylbek Tumonbaev, noted that the invitation of government representatives was related to the need to discuss the implementation of the bill on state benefits. He also reported on a proposal to introduce
In the Ton district of the Issyk-Kul region, local residents decided to freeze water to create an ice reservoir. This initiative was voiced by Samat Emilbek uulu, a local resident. According to him, the artificial glacier was formed in the Eski-Kainar area, which is located in the upper part of the village of Bokonbaev, near the rural district of Kun-Chyghys. This area has about 15-20 households, and the land allocated for agricultural crops is approximately 60 hectares. "In spring and
Residents express dissatisfaction with the conditions in the postpartum wards Dissatisfaction with the conditions in the postpartum wards of Maternity Hospital No. 2 in Bishkek has already been voiced by many local residents, who published videos demonstrating the state of the facility.
As of the beginning of 2026, the number of foreign citizens in Russia has decreased to 5.7 million, representing a 10% reduction compared to last year, when their number was approximately 6.3 million. This data was announced by Alexander Perezhogin, head of the analytical department of the migration service of the Ministry of Internal Affairs, and published in "Vedomosti". According to Perezhogin, the main factor for the reduction is the decrease in the number of minor migrants, which
Starting from July 1, 2025, the National Film Studio "Kyrgyzfilm" named after Tölömüş Okeev began creating a full-length historical drama film titled "Jusup." The film is dedicated to Jusup Abdrakhmanov, one of the founders of Kyrgyz statehood. According to the Ministry of Culture, the film crew is currently conducting location shoots in Moscow, specifically at the "Moskino" film park. This is the first time that Kyrgyz filmmakers are working on a feature film in