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The interuniversity competition "Ala-Too Jazy" will take place in Osh in 2026.

In 2026, the city of Osh will host the inter-university competition "Ala-Too Jazy," as reported by the organizers. This event became significant after its revival last year when the final took place in Bishkek at the stage of the Kyrgyz National Philharmonic, gathering students from all over the country. The "Ala-Too Jazy" competition is aimed at supporting gifted youth, covering various creative fields. Participants can showcase their talents in categories such as vocals,

20.01.2026, 23:18
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Kyrgyzstan Ranked 117th in the Global AI Adoption Index

In the final ranking of artificial intelligence implementation compiled by the AI Economy Institute of Microsoft, Kyrgyzstan ranks 117th out of 147 countries. According to the report for 2025, the level of application of neural network technologies in the country is 8.2%. The study was based on the analysis of the share of active users of AI technologies and also took into account differences in operating systems and types of devices used.

20.01.2026, 22:07
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Kazakhstan has joined the UN Protocol on Water and Health

Kazakhstan has joined the ranks of countries that signed the Protocol of the United Nations Economic Commission for Europe (UNECE) and the World Health Organization (WHO) on water and health. This became possible due to the commitment made at the UN Conference on Water Resources in 2023, and now the republic ranks 30th among the participants. According to the UN News Service, despite high access to clean water and sanitation, Kazakhstan faces challenges such as interruptions in water supply and

20.01.2026, 22:02
In Austria, a cow learned to use a stick to chase away flies
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In Austria, a cow learned to use a stick to chase away flies

On a farm in the Austrian Alps lives a cow named Veronika, who is 13 years old. Her owner does not use her for milk or meat production, but keeps her as a pet. Like other cows, Veronika suffers from flies, but she shows ingenuity by using a stick to chase them away, unlike her peers who swat them away with their tails, reports DW. Researchers from the University of Veterinary Medicine Vienna claim that this is the first known case of a cow using tools. The results of the study were published

20.01.2026, 22:01
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Children from Russia under 14 need a passport to enter Kyrgyzstan

Starting from January 20, a new rule will come into effect, according to which children under 14 years old will need a foreign passport to travel to Kyrgyzstan, Kazakhstan, Belarus, as well as to partially recognized regions — Abkhazia and South Ossetia. This was reported in a material by Meduza. The Migration Service of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Russia had previously informed about this requirement back in October 2025. Children who left the country using a birth certificate before

20.01.2026, 21:47
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In Bishkek, three guys are being investigated due to a video mocking the Kyrgyz language.

A video has appeared online that mocks the Kyrgyz language and has attracted public attention. This was reported by the Main Department of Internal Affairs of Bishkek. According to law enforcement agencies, the incident was recorded in the automated information system, and a preliminary investigation has begun. Employees of the Main Department of Internal Affairs of Bishkek, together with the State Committee for National Security, conducted operational activities and identified the individuals

20.01.2026, 21:15
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At the Orto-Sai Market, meat prices were checked. Markups and absence of price tags were identified.

On January 20, a price check on meat took place in Bishkek, in the October district, as part of another raid. This was reported by the city administration. Representatives of the October district administration, the municipal inspection, as well as employees of the October Department of Internal Affairs and MTU No. 403 participated in the event. The checks were conducted at the Orto-Sai market.

20.01.2026, 20:37
Sellers of the Orto-Sai Market Request Regulation of Meat Prices from Wholesalers
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Sellers of the Orto-Sai Market Request Regulation of Meat Prices from Wholesalers

Recently, a raid aimed at monitoring meat product prices took place in the October district of Bishkek, as reported by the city administration. During the inspection, sellers at the "Orto-Sai" market were informed about the conditions of state price regulation for essential food products. The sellers were reminded that the maximum retail price for bone-in beef should not exceed 680 soms per kilogram.

20.01.2026, 19:34
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Ministry of Justice: Amendments to the Codes Will Be Considered as a Package

Justice Minister Ayaz Bayetov reported that amendments to the codes will be made in a package as part of the draft law, and all proposals will be taken into account based on discussions. According to the new draft law, amendments to the codes will be adopted no more than once a year. The Committee of the Jogorku Kenesh, which deals with judicial and legal issues and the fight against crime, has already conducted the first reading of this draft law. Deputy Bolot Ibragimov emphasized that the

20.01.2026, 19:32
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The Ministry of Construction fined another construction company in Bishkek

Nurdana Oruntaev, the Minister of Construction, Architecture, and Housing and Communal Services of Kyrgyzstan, along with inspectors from the Department of State Architectural and Construction Control, is conducting raids at construction sites in Bishkek, as reported by the press service of the Ministry of Construction. During the inspections, violations of construction norms were found at sites located at the addresses: T. Okeeva St., 9 and 11, where a five-story training center is being built.

20.01.2026, 19:24
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The Bishkek City Hall reported on the operations of the Eastern Bus Station

The Bishkek City Hall reported that the Eastern Bus Station continues to operate as usual until the relocation to the new facility. According to information from the city's press service, Mayor Aibek Junushaliev has issued instructions to organize the taxi operations in the areas adjacent to the bus station: it is necessary to clear the sites of unauthorized parking and establish cooperation with carriers in accordance with the established norms.

20.01.2026, 19:12
The Mayor of Bishkek named the most successful implemented project of the city in 2025
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The Mayor of Bishkek named the most successful implemented project of the city in 2025

In a podcast by the "Kabar" agency, the Mayor of Bishkek, Aibek Junushaliev, highlighted the solution to the waste disposal problem as one of the significant achievements of 2025. The mayor noted that the construction of a waste recycling plant had remained unresolved for many years, despite the adoption of various resolutions. Previous attempts to address this issue had resulted in criminal cases and arrests of officials. He also recalled the unsuccessful use of 22 million euros in

20.01.2026, 19:07
Nearly 300 illegal structures dismantled on Leo Tolstoy Street in Bishkek
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Nearly 300 illegal structures dismantled on Leo Tolstoy Street in Bishkek

Photo by the press service of the mayor's office A raid event was conducted in Bishkek with the aim of restoring order to the area on Leo Tolstoy Street. This was reported by the press service of the mayor's office. As part of the raid, various illegal installations were dismantled: 96 tires used as barriers, 172 advertising structures, and 18 metal fences.

20.01.2026, 18:56
In 2026, Bishkek will purchase over 600 "short buses"
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In 2026, Bishkek will purchase over 600 "short buses"

In the capital of Kyrgyzstan, active renewal and expansion of public transport continues. This was reported by Bishkek Mayor Aibek Junushaliev in a podcast by the agency "Kabar". According to him, based on calculations made in 2021, the city requires about 2500 buses for effective passenger service. Currently, approximately 1436 units are operating on the routes.

20.01.2026, 18:41
In Bishkek, 295 people sought help after injuries from icy conditions
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In Bishkek, 295 people sought help after injuries from icy conditions

From January 1 to January 19, 2026, 295 people sought medical assistance at the trauma center of the Sports Rehabilitation Center due to injuries sustained from slipping on ice. Doctors recorded 227 cases of fractures, while 68 victims were diagnosed with bruises and sprains. Those with fractures were given casts.

20.01.2026, 18:31
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The City Hall intends to relocate the "Jasmine" cafe from Alamedin-1, a multi-level parking lot will be built nearby.

On the territory adjacent to the technical channel of the CHPP, work has begun on the dismantling of illegally constructed facilities, as reported by the press service of the Bishkek mayor's office. In connection with the identified violations, the mayor of the city, Aibek Junushaliev, made the decision to terminate the contract with the café "Jasmin," offering the owner an alternative plot of land. During the inspection, Deputy Mayor Ramiz Aliev noted that according to the terms

20.01.2026, 18:07
In Bishkek, nearly 300 people have been injured due to ice slicks since the beginning of the year
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In Bishkek, nearly 300 people have been injured due to ice slicks since the beginning of the year

From January 1 to January 19, 2026, there were 295 recorded cases of seeking medical assistance due to injuries related to ice and snowfall in Bishkek. This information was provided by the Ministry of Health of Kyrgyzstan, citing data from the trauma center of the Sports Rehabilitation Center. Out of the total number of cases, 227 involved fractures, while the remaining 68 cases were related to bruises and sprains. All patients diagnosed with fractures received plaster casts.

20.01.2026, 18:06
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What objects in Bishkek may be subject to demolition? Interview with the head of the Department of Urban Development

What are the results of the demolition of structures in Bishkek over the past year? What happens to the demolished buildings, and under what circumstances are they subject to forced demolition? These and other questions were answered by Atai Muratbek, head of the Land Use Control Department of the mayor's office of the capital of Kyrgyzstan, in an interview with AKIpress.

20.01.2026, 17:57
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Nearly 300 people injured due to icy conditions in 20 days of January. How to avoid injuries?

From January 1 to January 19, 2026, the trauma center of the sports rehabilitation center in Bishkek registered 295 cases related to injuries caused by adverse weather conditions, such as snowfall and icy surfaces. This data was published by the press service of the Ministry of Health. Of the total number of cases, 227 involved fractures, while the remaining 68 cases were related to bruises and sprains. All patients with fractures were given a plaster cast.

20.01.2026, 17:44
In Bishkek, waste collectors will be offered jobs at waste sorting plants
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In Bishkek, waste collectors will be offered jobs at waste sorting plants

The Bishkek city hall plans to build one or two new waste sorting plants. This was announced by the city mayor Aibek Junushaliev during a podcast organized by the "Kabar" agency. According to the mayor, the authorities aim to create opportunities for the official employment of citizens who previously collected garbage at the landfill.

20.01.2026, 17:26
The building of the "Chatyr-Kul" cinema will be transferred to the municipal ownership of Bishkek.
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The building of the "Chatyr-Kul" cinema will be transferred to the municipal ownership of Bishkek.

Photo from the archive. The 'Chatyr-Kul' cinema after the fire By the directive of the Cabinet of Ministers, the State Agency for State Property Management, together with the Ministry of Culture, Information, Sports, and Youth Policy, will handle the transfer of the building of the 'Chatyr-Kul' cinema in Bishkek, as well as the adjacent land plot of 40 acres, into the municipal ownership of the capital. According to the cabinet's resolution, a social institution is

20.01.2026, 17:13
In Bishkek, a record 92 km of roads were built last year – Mayor
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In Bishkek, a record 92 km of roads were built last year – Mayor

Last year, 92 km of new roads were built in Bishkek, setting a record for the capital. This was reported by the city's mayor, Aibek Junushaliev, in a podcast by the agency "Kabar". According to the mayor, until 2023, the maximum volumes of road construction did not exceed 25 km per year, highlighting the significance of this achievement.

20.01.2026, 17:02
The Ministry of Internal Affairs proposes to reintroduce the concept of recidivism and tighten penalties for repeat offenders.
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The Ministry of Internal Affairs proposes to reintroduce the concept of recidivism and tighten penalties for repeat offenders.

The draft law is aimed at strengthening the fight against organized crime and protecting society A draft law has been initiated in Kyrgyzstan proposing amendments to several codes: the Criminal Code, the Criminal Procedure Code, and the Penal Code. The main objective of the document is to restore the concept of recidivism in legislation and to tighten responsibility for individuals who commit crimes repeatedly.

20.01.2026, 16:54
Shorelines Without Cafes: Structures in Water Protection Zones Being Demolished in Bishkek
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Shorelines Without Cafes: Structures in Water Protection Zones Being Demolished in Bishkek

In Bishkek, work is actively continuing on the dismantling of structures located in water protection zones that were established in violation of land and water legislation. This was reported by the press service of the city administration. Currently, municipal services are demolishing the "Kekejev" cafe, located in the bed of the Alamedin River. This action has freed up municipal land covering an area of 2,380 square meters. After receiving a letter of complaint from the Land Use

20.01.2026, 16:51
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Free replacement of indefinite driver's licenses extended indefinitely

In Kyrgyzstan, old driver's licenses continue to be valid. A special transitional period with preferential conditions has been established for their replacement with new documents. As reported by the State Center for Registration of Vehicles and Drivers under the President, this period was initially planned from January 15 to February 15. However, in response to numerous requests from citizens, the authorities decided to extend it.

20.01.2026, 16:35
A notification system for water outages has been implemented in the "My City" app
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A notification system for water outages has been implemented in the "My City" app

The updated version of the mobile application "My City" was recently presented. The press service of the Bishkek city hall reports that this improvement is the result of the work of the municipal enterprise "Center for Digital Technologies." Now users will have the opportunity to receive notifications about planned and emergency water supply outages in real-time. These messages will be sent in digital format directly to users' devices.

20.01.2026, 16:29
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Minister of Justice on Frequent Amendments: Even the Ministries Themselves Can't Keep Up with the Changes

At the meeting of the committee on judicial and legal issues of the Jogorku Kenesh, Aiaz Bayetov, the Minister of Justice, emphasized that the frequency of changes in the codes has become so high that even government authorities do not always manage to keep track of them. The committee discussed a draft law on January 20, which implies limiting amendments to the codes to no more than once a year - a proposal that sparked discussions among the deputies.

20.01.2026, 16:23
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Doctors of Kyrgyzstan will gain access to social stores

A memorandum signed between the Ministry of Health and the Public Foundation "Social Stores - Eurasia KJ" The Ministry of Health of the Kyrgyz Republic and the Public Foundation "Social Stores – Eurasia KJ" have signed a memorandum aimed at improving social support for healthcare workers.

20.01.2026, 16:17
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Icy Conditions. Since the beginning of January, around 300 people have sought help at the capital's trauma center.

In the capital's trauma center of the Sports Rehabilitation Center, 295 cases of injuries caused by icy conditions and snowfall were registered from January 1 to January 19, 2026. This information was provided by the press center of the Ministry of Health. Among all cases, 227 were related to fractures, while 68 involved bruises and sprains. All patients diagnosed with fractures were given a plaster cast.

20.01.2026, 16:17
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In Uzgen, a car and a truck collided: one person died, three injured

A tragic road accident occurred in the Uzgen district, resulting in the loss of one life. According to the press service of the Traffic Safety Department of the Osh Region Internal Affairs Directorate, the incident took place on January 19 in the village of Progress, in the Tорт-Kul ayil district. At approximately 14:10, a collision occurred at the 609.4 kilometer mark of the Bishkek–Osh highway.

20.01.2026, 16:13
The Ministry of Justice proposes to amend the codes less frequently.
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The Ministry of Justice proposes to amend the codes less frequently.

The initiative is aimed at strengthening legal stability and increasing citizens' confidence in the laws The government intends to reduce the frequency of changes to existing codes. The main goal of this initiative is to make laws clearer and more stable for both citizens and businesses.

20.01.2026, 16:13
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In Kyrgyzstan, licenses of 35 pawnshops were suspended in a year

In 2025, the activities of 35 pawnshops were suspended in Kyrgyzstan. This information was provided by Suyorkul Ashimzhan uulu, head of the Financial Market Regulation and Supervision Service, in an interview for the Kabar agency. He explained that in the event of violations identified under the Code of Offenses, penalty sanctions are applied to the pawnshops. If illegal actions continue, this may lead to the revocation of their licenses.

20.01.2026, 16:12
A new 28-meter bridge will be built in Bishkek
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A new 28-meter bridge will be built in Bishkek

A new bridge is planned to be constructed in the capital of Kyrgyzstan, Bishkek, which will connect Shabdan Baatyra and Sagymbay Manaschy streets. The total width of the bridge will be 28 meters. These plans were announced during an on-site meeting held by the city's mayor, Aibek Junushaliev. During the inspection, he familiarized himself with the ongoing work at several key infrastructure sites.

20.01.2026, 15:56
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The Best of 2025 Determined by the Internal Affairs Department of Batken Region

The results of the year were announced at the Batken Department of Internal Affairs, revealing employees who demonstrated outstanding qualities in their service. According to information provided by the press service of the regional police, in 2025, those who exhibited high professional skills in maintaining public order and combating crime, as well as responsibly fulfilling their duties, were recognized at the Batken region's Department of Internal Affairs. Additionally, awards were given

20.01.2026, 15:56
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Why does the queue in the personal account and the general list not match? Company's response

Citizens who contacted the Call Center Kaktus.media expressed dissatisfaction regarding the discrepancy between the queue order in their personal accounts and the general list on the GIK website. They noted: "In both systems—the general list and the personal account—the same GIK participant has different queue numbers. Which one should we consider correct? It is important for us to know what to rely on."

20.01.2026, 15:16
In Bishkek, there are plans to relocate the "Jasmin" café and improve the area.
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In Bishkek, there are plans to relocate the "Jasmin" café and improve the area.

In Bishkek, Mayor Aibek Junushaliev held an on-site meeting during which he inspected the area along the technical channel of the CHPP. Currently, the demolition of illegally constructed facilities is underway. During the inspection, special attention was paid to the café 'Jasmin'. According to information provided by the city administration, a decision was made to terminate the existing lease agreement and relocate the café 'Jasmin' to another plot of land due to

20.01.2026, 15:14
Construction of the bridge on Jibek-Jolu. The Mayor of Bishkek ordered a change of contractor.
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Construction of the bridge on Jibek-Jolu. The Mayor of Bishkek ordered a change of contractor.

During an off-site meeting, the mayor of Bishkek, Aibek Junushaliev, announced the need to change the contractor responsible for the construction of the bridge on Jibek Jolu Avenue. This decision was made today as the mayor inspected the status of several key infrastructure projects in the capital. Municipal representatives reported that defects were found in the fencing during construction, which served as grounds for terminating the contract with the current contractor. The mayor also

20.01.2026, 15:07
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Dastan Bekeshev proposes to limit the grounds for forced vehicle evacuation

Deputy Dastan Bekeshev raises the issue of the need to clarify the grounds for vehicle evacuation. He noted that a bill proposed by the cabinet of ministers is currently being considered in parliament. The amendments concern tightening penalties for traffic accidents with fatal consequences and driving under the influence of alcohol. Bekeshev emphasized that the bill should include a provision stating that forced vehicle evacuation should only be applied in exceptional situations.

20.01.2026, 15:06
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In a year, the Code of Offenses has been amended 33 (!) times. The Ministry of Justice proposes a limit.

The Ministry of Justice has initiated a draft law aimed at limiting the number of amendments to the codes to once a year. This proposal was reviewed by the Committee on Judicial and Legal Affairs of the Jogorku Kenesh on January 20. According to Minister Ayaz Bayetov, frequent amendments to the codes in recent years have reduced the level of trust among both citizens and businesses in the legal system, complicating law enforcement and hindering the development of long-term economic and social

20.01.2026, 15:02