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A large forum of creative unions and the scientific intelligentsia will be held in Kyrgyzstan

In Kyrgyzstan, under the leadership of State Secretary Arslan Koichiev, a republican forum is planned to unite creative unions and the scientific intelligentsia. This information was provided by the Ministry of Culture. The main goal of the forum is to preserve and develop national spiritual values, support creative and scientific initiatives, as well as to unite the intellectual resources of society. In addition, the forum aims to strengthen Kyrgyzstan's position in the international

22.01.2026, 21:23
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New Hardware Complexes for Recording Traffic Violations Installed in Bishkek (Sections)

According to information provided by the Main Department of Road Safety (ГУОБДД), the installation of the complexes was carried out as part of the "Safe Country" initiative. These systems are based on software developed by IT specialists from the state institution "Kyzmat," which is under the jurisdiction of the Presidential Administration. Now, Chingiz Aitmatov Avenue is under full surveillance, and complexes have also been installed at the intersections of Akhunbaev and

22.01.2026, 21:07
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One of the villages in the Chui region is set to be renamed

In the village of Dmitrievka, located in the Issyk-Ata district, the issue of renaming it is being discussed. According to local residents, the authorities plan to change the name to Esirkemish. However, the residents are persistently opposing this initiative. "The decision to rename causes us serious dissatisfaction. A survey was conducted in our village chat, and only 15 people supported the renaming, while 140 opposed it. Despite this, our opinion is not taken into account," they

22.01.2026, 20:49
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Pickpockets in the minibus stole over 600,000 from a woman's bag.

In the capital of Kyrgyzstan, two suspects have been detained for pickpocketing a large sum of money. This information was announced by the press service of the Bishkek City Police Department. On January 8, a local resident reported to the Lenin District Police Department about the theft of her wallet on minibus No. 161, which was traveling along Nekrasov Street, near the intersection with Leo Tolstoy Street. As a result of the crime, the perpetrators seized 595,000 soms, $400, and jewelry

22.01.2026, 20:18
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The General Plan for Bishkek Discussed in the Ministry of Construction

Recently, a meeting was held at the Main Department of Urban Planning and Architecture, where builders and architects discussed the developed master plan for Bishkek. This was reported by the Ministry of Construction. Key figures in the field of urban planning attended the meeting: the director of the department, Daniyar Bapyshov, the head of the Main Department, Mederbek Kydyrmaev, and the deputy mayor, Azamat Kadyrov.

22.01.2026, 20:18
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Two Bodies Found in Burned Car. Criminal Case Initiated

As a result of a fire in a car in the Chuy region, which occurred on the outskirts of the village of Spartak, two people died. A criminal case has been initiated regarding this incident, as reported by the press center of the regional police department. It was previously reported that the remains of 25-year-old driver O. E. and 16-year-old schoolgirl T. S., born in 2010, were found in the burned car.

22.01.2026, 19:59
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The Presidents of Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan signed the charter of the "Council of Peace"

On January 22, in Davos, Switzerland, as part of the World Economic Forum, a ceremony was held to sign the charter of the "Council of Peace". This event was attended by leaders of countries, prime ministers, and foreign ministers from Azerbaijan, Armenia, Argentina, Bahrain, Bulgaria, Hungary, Indonesia, Jordan, Kazakhstan, Qatar, Morocco, Mongolia, Paraguay, Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and many other states.

22.01.2026, 19:59
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Residents of the village of Efirovos ask to update dental equipment and build a sports complex, - deputy

Deputy of the Jogorku Kenesh Cholpon Esenamanova voiced the appeals of the youth from the village of Efironos, located in the Panfilov district, at a parliamentary meeting on January 21. She noted that the residents of the village are asking to update the dental equipment in the local clinic, as well as to build a sports complex for all residents. Esenamanova urged her colleagues to consider these appeals and prepare appropriate instructions for the responsible authorities.

22.01.2026, 19:39
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The Ministry of Defense Discussed Preventing Suicides Among Personnel of Law Enforcement Agencies

On January 22, an interdepartmental round table was held at the Center for Combat Training of the Armed Forces of the Kyrgyz Republic, dedicated to issues of preventing offenses and suicides among law enforcement personnel. According to the press service of the Ministry of Defense, the event was led by Tairiel Otonbaev, who holds the position of Chief of the General Staff of the Armed Forces and is the First Deputy Minister of Defense. The main goal of the meeting was to develop comprehensive

22.01.2026, 19:23
Hospitals will provide detailed information to patients about free medical services.
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Hospitals will provide detailed information to patients about free medical services.

The bill on reforming the medical insurance system has been successfully adopted in the third reading In the Jogorku Kenesh, a bill concerning amendments to the Law "On Medical Insurance of Citizens in the Kyrgyz Republic" has been approved. This document aims to provide patients with clear and detailed information about the medical services offered under compulsory health insurance (CHI).

22.01.2026, 19:14
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The Attorney General Asanaliev opened a new building for the Suzak District Prosecutor's Office. Photo

The Attorney General Maksat Asanaliev opened a new prosecutor's office building in the Suzak district, located in the Jalal-Abad region, on January 22. In his speech, he noted that the launch of the new administrative complex would be a significant step towards improving the work of the prosecutor's office in the region. This will ensure more prompt and quality legal services for citizens, as well as create comfortable working conditions for the prosecutor's office staff.

22.01.2026, 19:12
Who and How Can Receive Benefits for Residents of High-Mountain Areas
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Who and How Can Receive Benefits for Residents of High-Mountain Areas

The Ministry of Labor has announced who is eligible for payments and what documents need to be prepared. The Ministry of Labor, Social Protection, and Migration has clarified the conditions for receiving a monthly allowance intended for residents of high-altitude and hard-to-reach areas. This allowance, called "Assistance for Residents of High Mountain Areas," is provided to families with children.

22.01.2026, 18:43
In Central Asia, drought will intensify due to changes in river flow
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In Central Asia, drought will intensify due to changes in river flow

Experts warn about the negative impact of warming and human activity on water resources and freshwater fauna. As a result of research conducted by an international group of scientists, including specialists from Lomonosov Moscow State University, it has been established that global warming is changing river flow, which in turn leads to an increase in droughts in Central Asia, the Mediterranean region, and tropical parts of South America.

22.01.2026, 18:30
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In the Ala-Archa Gorge, tourists stumbled upon the skull of a predator with enormous teeth.

In the Ala-Archa gorge, tourists found the skull of a predator with large fangs. During an excursion in the Ala-Archa gorge, located in a coniferous forest, locals reported an unusual find: a skull with large fangs. "We were surprised to find that the upper jaw had not two, as in most predators, but four fangs – two pairs, one of which is larger and the other smaller. What a mysterious predator this is, it must be a 'chupacabra'," they shared their impressions.

22.01.2026, 18:27
At the Ministry of Defense of the Kyrgyz Republic, suicide prevention was discussed
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At the Ministry of Defense of the Kyrgyz Republic, suicide prevention was discussed

Representatives of all law enforcement and security agencies of the country gathered for the meeting. Today, January 22, an interagency round table was held at the Combat Training Center of the Armed Forces of the Kyrgyz Republic, dedicated to the topic "Prevention of Offenses and Suicides Among Personnel of Law Enforcement Structures." This was reported by the Ministry of Defense of the Kyrgyz Republic.

22.01.2026, 18:03
Two citizens stranded in the mountains due to a car breakdown have been rescued
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Two citizens stranded in the mountains due to a car breakdown have been rescued

Today in the Issyk-Kul region, at the mountainous section of Kol-Bel, located near the village of Korgondu-Bulak, an emergency occurred: two citizens faced a car breakdown. According to information provided by the Ministry of Emergency Situations (MES), they were unable to descend from the mountains on their own and called for rescuers by dialing 112.

22.01.2026, 17:50
The Council for the Affairs of Persons with Disabilities is to be given official legal status.
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The Council for the Affairs of Persons with Disabilities is to be given official legal status.

The Jogorku Kenesh supported the bill aimed at strengthening the powers of the Council in the second reading Today, the Jogorku Kenesh adopted in the second reading a bill that obliges the Council for the Affairs of Persons with Disabilities, operating under the Cabinet of Ministers, to play a more active role in protecting the rights of this category of citizens. The bill was initiated by Deputy Dastan Bekeshev. The draft law stipulates that the work of the Council will be enshrined at the

22.01.2026, 17:49
Kyrgyzstan will receive $50 million from Saudi Arabia for new schools
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Kyrgyzstan will receive $50 million from Saudi Arabia for new schools

The first phase of the project has been completed: 30 schools have been built across the country Kyrgyzstan will receive a loan of 187.5 million Saudi riyals, which is approximately $50 million, from Saudi Arabia to finance the construction of new educational institutions. This is stipulated in the draft law on the ratification of the loan agreement, which is currently being considered by the Jogorku Kenesh.

22.01.2026, 17:49
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Fake Pregnancy for Citizenship. A Man Sentenced in Bishkek

According to information presented on the "Digital Justice" portal, a man was convicted in Bishkek for inciting the forgery of an official document. Names have been changed. In August 2023, Tilek visited gynecologist Zhibek at one of the family medicine centers in the capital, providing a passport in the name of Saniya and an ultrasound conclusion. He stated that Saniya was his daughter and persuaded the doctor to issue a pregnancy certificate for a fee of 500 soms.

22.01.2026, 17:37
Measures to Prevent Suicides Among Military Personnel Discussed in Bishkek
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Measures to Prevent Suicides Among Military Personnel Discussed in Bishkek

In Bishkek, an interdepartmental round table was held at the base of the Combat Training Center of the Armed Forces of the Kyrgyz Republic, dedicated to the topic "Prevention of Offenses and Suicides Among Personnel of the Law Enforcement Agencies of the Kyrgyz Republic." The event was led by the Chief of the General Staff of the Armed Forces, Tariel Otonbaev, with the aim of developing comprehensive measures and coordinating practical steps aimed at reducing cases of suicide among

22.01.2026, 17:35
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Five Schools Will Be Built in Bishkek with Funding from the Saudi Fund

At the meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh on January 22, it was announced that five new schools will be built in Bishkek using a loan provided by the Saudi Development Fund. Deputies discussed and approved in the first reading a bill concerning the ratification of the loan agreement between the government and the fund.

22.01.2026, 17:32
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The Cabinet will approve the status of the Ailyma Tashieva Center for the Protection of Motherhood and Childhood.

A draft resolution concerning the approval of the regulations for the Center for the Protection of Motherhood and Childhood named after Aliyma Tashieva has been submitted for public discussion. The purpose of this document is to legally define the status, tasks, functions, and structure of this medical institution, as well as the procedure for its management.

22.01.2026, 17:27
Construction without permits discovered in Manas: work halted
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Construction without permits discovered in Manas: work halted

Recently, construction of a facility in Manas was halted, for which the company responsible began work without the necessary permits. This information was announced by representatives of the State Architectural and Construction Control Department of the Ministry of Construction. The inspection was conducted by the Jalal-Abad Regional Administration as part of raid activities organized at the direction of Minister Nurdana Oruntaev.

22.01.2026, 17:26
A seminar was held in the Kara-Kulja district as part of the educational caravan "AgroZooVet–2026"
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A seminar was held in the Kara-Kulja district as part of the educational caravan "AgroZooVet–2026"

In the Osh region, in the Kara-Kulja district, a seminar was held today as part of the educational caravan "AgroZooVet-2026." This was reported by the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry of the Kyrgyz Republic. According to the agency, various materials related to livestock development, veterinary services, improvement of the feed base, as well as state support programs and financing opportunities were presented at the seminar.

22.01.2026, 17:07
In Uzgen, an infant died after undergoing hijama.
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In Uzgen, an infant died after undergoing hijama.

The police are investigating the case of a child's death, who was receiving treatment from folk healers On the night of January 21, a one-and-a-half-month-old boy died in Uzgen after a hijama procedure, during which incisions were made on his back. The child was taken to the hospital in critical condition, suffering from convulsions and severe bleeding, as well as post-hemorrhagic shock.

22.01.2026, 16:26
The Mayor of Bishkek Traveled Around the City: Residents' Appeals, Social Facilities, and Streets
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The Mayor of Bishkek Traveled Around the City: Residents' Appeals, Social Facilities, and Streets

The Mayor of the capital of Kyrgyzstan, Aibek Junushaliev, conducted an inspection tour of various districts of the city, during which he met with local residents and familiarized himself with the condition of social facilities. This information was provided by the municipality. The first stop on the route was a section on Buurdinskaya Street, where the mayor held a conversation with residents. As a result of the discussion, it was decided to notify the homeowners located beyond the red line

22.01.2026, 16:05
In Bishkek, Buurdinskaya Street is being reconstructed and the park is being updated
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In Bishkek, Buurdinskaya Street is being reconstructed and the park is being updated

In 2026, the capital of Kyrgyzstan will undergo significant reconstruction of Buurdinskaya Street, which will be 1200 meters long. This information became known during the inspection visit of Bishkek Mayor Aibek Junushaliev to various city facilities. According to the city hall, the project plans to create a two-lane road and construct sidewalks that are 2 meters wide. Additionally, landscaping of the adjacent square will be carried out.

22.01.2026, 15:41
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Where the Most Housing Was Built in Kyrgyzstan in 2025: Regional Figures

In 2025, 15,106 residential buildings and apartments were put into operation in Kyrgyzstan, with a total area of 1,819.9 thousand square meters. Compared to the previous year, this figure increased by 115.7%, according to information provided by the National Statistical Committee of the KR. The total volume of investments in the construction of housing and social facilities in the country amounted to 166,175.3 million soms.

22.01.2026, 15:29
A Bishkek City Hall Employee Detained While Accepting a Bribe
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A Bishkek City Hall Employee Detained While Accepting a Bribe

According to information from the State Committee for National Security, extortion of funds occurred for assistance in government procurement An employee of the Municipal Enterprise "Bishkek City Transport," which is managed by the Bishkek city administration, was detained by the State Committee for National Security for receiving a bribe of 1 million soms. The detention took place on January 19, 2026, when the suspect was caught red-handed. The investigation revealed that some

22.01.2026, 15:19
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On Buurdinskaya Street in Bishkek, houses exceeding the red line have been identified

A visit by representatives of the leadership took place on Buurdinskaya Street in the Bishkek City Hall, where they held a meeting with local residents. This was reported on January 22 by the press service of the city hall. As a result of the discussion, it was decided to send notifications to the owners of residential buildings located beyond the red line. In addition, the Department for Land Use Control was instructed to remove temporary structures set up along the road.

22.01.2026, 15:18
Kyrgyzstanis Can Install Solar Panels and Sell Electricity
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Kyrgyzstanis Can Install Solar Panels and Sell Electricity

The Deputy Minister of Energy announced the innovation at a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh At the meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, Altynbek Rysbekov, the Deputy Minister of Energy, announced a new opportunity for the citizens of Kyrgyzstan: by installing solar panels, they will be able to sell excess electricity to the state at a rate of 4 som 42 tyiyn per kilowatt-hour. A pilot project is currently being implemented in the Chui region, within which solar panels have been installed free of charge

22.01.2026, 15:18