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In the center of Osh, a privatized bus depot with broken buses was found — it is valued at 2 billion soms and is set to be returned to the state.

In the city of Osh, on January 16, during a morning inspection, the municipal leadership familiarized themselves with the progress of the construction of a recreation area along both sides of the Kayirma Canal, after which they visited the territory of the old bus depot located on Monueva Street. According to the city hall, during the inspection, it was established that the bus depot had previously been privatized and subsequently transferred to private ownership. In this regard, the relevant

19.01.2026, 13:23
The national cinema of Kyrgyzstan received record funding in 2025
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The national cinema of Kyrgyzstan received record funding in 2025

The budget for the film industry has significantly increased, contributing to a rise in the number of films and series. At a meeting of the Committee of the Jogorku Kenesh on science, education, innovative development, information technology, culture, sports, and youth affairs, Deputy Minister of Culture, Information, Sports, and Youth Policy Marat Tagaev presented a report on the achievements of national cinematography for 2025.

19.01.2026, 13:19
The Bishkek City Police Department spoke about the work of the "102" service and digital monitoring
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The Bishkek City Police Department spoke about the work of the "102" service and digital monitoring

On the air of Birinchi Radio, the head of the situational center of the public safety service of the Bishkek City Police Department, Turatbek Jakshylykov, spoke about the impact of digitalization on the work of law enforcement agencies. According to him, the implementation of modern technologies contributes to a decrease in crime and improves the response to citizens' appeals. The "102" service operates around the clock, receiving and processing all incoming calls without

19.01.2026, 13:16
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The Ministry of Culture will introduce mandatory subtitles in Kyrgyz for foreign films

At the meeting of the Committee on Education, Science, and Culture of the Jogorku Kenesh on January 19, Deputy Minister Marat Tagaev announced the Ministry of Culture's plans to implement a mandatory requirement for film distributors: all foreign films must be shown with subtitles in the Kyrgyz language. Additionally, it became known at the meeting that the institution "Kyrgyzfilm" will be liquidated. Tagaev noted that changes will be made to the regulatory legal acts concerning

19.01.2026, 13:15
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Kyrgyzstan Did Not Allow 15.6 Tons of Kumys from Russia — The Cargo Was Turned Back

At the checkpoint "Ak-Tilek," located in the Chui region, a cargo containing 15,600 liters of kumis was discovered, which was being illegally imported from Russia to Kyrgyzstan. According to information from the Ministry of Agriculture, the inspection was carried out by inspectors of the border veterinary control. During the inspection, it was found that the product labels lacked a production date, which violates the veterinary and sanitary standards of the Kyrgyz Republic.

19.01.2026, 13:15
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"50 million soms will be allocated for animated cartoons in 2026, - Ministry of Culture"

The Deputy Minister of Culture Marat Tagaev announced that in 2026, 30 million soms will be allocated for the production of animated films. This statement was made at a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh dedicated to science, education, innovative development, information technologies, culture, sports, and youth affairs. During the discussion, Tagaev noted that a meeting with representatives of the animation industry is planned to address issues related to production.

19.01.2026, 13:11
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China's population decreased by more than 3.3 million people in 2025

According to the State Statistical Administration of China, in 2025, the country's population continued to decline. During the year, 7.92 million people were born, while the number of deaths amounted to 11.31 million. As a result, the natural population decrease reached 3.39 million people. At the end of the year, the total number of residents in China was estimated to be approximately 1.4 billion. Of these, about 716 million are men, and 688 million are women.

19.01.2026, 13:11
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Deputy: The film "Kurak" contains elements related to the promotion of prostitution and LGBT, it represented Kyrgyzstan at an international festival

At the meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh on January 19, deputy Bolot Saginayev raised the issue of the film "Kurak," pointing out the presence of elements that could be interpreted as propaganda for prostitution and LGBT. He noted that this work of cinematic art represented Kyrgyzstan at the international film festival in Busan. Saginayev inquired whether the film underwent any censorship procedures before its screening at the festival.

19.01.2026, 13:10
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Nearly 600 people suffered from food poisoning in Kyrgyzstan in 2025

In 2025, Kyrgyzstan registered 232 incidents related to food poisoning, resulting in 580 people affected. This information was provided by the Republican Center for Health Promotion and Mass Communication. According to the center's data, among these cases, 11 were classified as mass poisonings, where more than five people were affected, and five of these occurred in fast food establishments.

19.01.2026, 13:07
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What Ranks Does the GKNB Propose to Replace Prosecutors' Titles? Project

The GKNB proposes to amend the constitutional law concerning the prosecution authorities. This draft law has already been published for public discussion. The organization emphasized that military service is a special type of public service, which, according to legislation, takes precedence over other forms of public service.

19.01.2026, 13:07
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The production of the national series "Kara Kyrgyz" cost 35 million soms.

At the meeting of the Committee of the Jogorku Kenesh on Science, Education, and Culture today, it was announced that 35 million soms were spent on the production of the national series "Kara Kyrgyz." Representatives of the Ministry of Culture refuted information previously circulated in the media that the expenses amounted to 40 million soms.

19.01.2026, 13:02
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In Kyrgyzstan, about 150,000 citizens received PINs with errors

In Kyrgyzstan, about 150,000 people have received personal identification numbers with errors. This was reported by Ernes Dosaliev, Deputy Director of the state institution "Kyzmat," during a meeting of the committee of the Jogorku Kenesh that deals with science, education, and technology. During this meeting, a draft law concerning the individual accounting of citizens of the Kyrgyz Republic for the purposes of mandatory state social insurance was discussed. The aim of the document

19.01.2026, 13:00
Mamashov received $20,000 for winning at ACA 199
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Mamashov received $20,000 for winning at ACA 199

At the ACA 199 tournament, which took place on January 16 in Krasnodar, Kyrgyz mixed martial arts fighter Altynbek Mamashov showcased an outstanding performance, for which he was awarded a cash bonus of $20,000.

19.01.2026, 13:00
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Kokulov stated that tobacco brands are being promoted in Kyrgyz cinema. He is ready to sue.

At the meeting of the committee on science, education, innovative development, information technology, culture, sports, and youth affairs of the Jogorku Kenesh on January 19, Erulan Kokulov raised the issue of hidden tobacco advertising in Kyrgyz films. He noted that in some scenes, cigarettes from foreign brands are shown in close-up. During the discussion of the information on the activities of the cinematography department, presented by Deputy Minister Marat Tagaev, Kokulov clarified whether

19.01.2026, 12:59
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The Ministry of Culture is preparing 2 commercial films in pilot mode

On January 19, Deputy Minister of Culture Marat Tagaev announced the Ministry of Culture's readiness to collaborate with private film studios. This statement was made at a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh dedicated to science, education, innovation, information technology, culture, sports, and youth affairs. During the meeting, the committee reviewed the ministry's report on the state of national cinematography.

19.01.2026, 12:58
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Who Can Be Denied Housing by the GIK? Clarifications on the Most Important Questions

In early January, 1,080 families received keys to their apartments as part of the state mortgage lending program in new buildings on Malikov Street, 91, where Colony No. 47 was previously located. It is expected that by the end of the current year, about 2,700 more families will be able to receive their apartments. Citizens on the housing waiting list from the State Housing Corporation (GIK) contacted the Call Center of Kaktus.media with questions about the reasons for potential denial of

19.01.2026, 12:55
In Karakol, compliance with the law on the state language was checked
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In Karakol, compliance with the law on the state language was checked

The Karakol City Hall, in collaboration with the regional branch of the Antimonopoly Regulation Service, conducted an inspection to ensure compliance with the legislation on the state language. Various establishments were covered during the raid, including shops, cafes, pharmacies, and other public places. During the inspection, specialists checked how well the signs, announcements, price lists, and advertising materials met the requirements of the law on the state language and the Law

19.01.2026, 12:52
The State National Security Committee is investigating a large-scale fraud scheme in construction and collateral lending.
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The State National Security Committee is investigating a large-scale fraud scheme in construction and collateral lending.

The State Committee for National Security is conducting an investigation into a large-scale fraud scheme in the field of construction and mortgage lending. The press service of the agency reported that on January 19, a meeting was held at the office of the State Committee for National Security of the Kyrgyz Republic, where the circumstances of the case were discussed with participants recognized as victims of the actions of citizen S.M. Under the leadership of the head of the State Committee

19.01.2026, 12:47
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The Ministry of Labor reported 5,500 job vacancies

The Ministry of Labor, Social Security, and Migration of Kyrgyzstan has published information about the availability of 5,547 job vacancies as of January 1, 2026. In the department, it was noted that the greatest interest from employers is observed in skilled trades.

19.01.2026, 12:43
Digitalization in the Veterinary Industry: the "Sanarip VET" System
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Digitalization in the Veterinary Industry: the "Sanarip VET" System

The Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry of the Kyrgyz Republic has launched an information campaign that will last for a week, focusing on automated information systems. As part of this initiative, information was provided about 35 operational information systems, of which 22 are already functioning successfully, while 10 are under development. One of the key projects is the automated system "Sanarip VET," used by the Veterinary, Livestock, Pasture, and

19.01.2026, 12:42
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14-year-old chess player from Kyrgyzstan debuted in the strongest league in the world in Germany

Bayastan Sydykov, a 14-year-old chess player from Kyrgyzstan, became the first in the country to play in the prestigious Bundesliga of Germany. This was reported by the association of legal entities "Kyrgyz Chess Union". He plays for the team SC Viernheim, which holds leading positions in the league and has a star-studded lineup. His team features well-known chess players such as Nodirbek Abdusattorov, Jan-Krzysztof Duda, Shakhriyar Mamedyarov, Alexey Sarana, Jorden van Foreest, and

19.01.2026, 12:39
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In Myrza-Ake, new electric poles are being replaced and installed.

In the Uzgen district, in the rural municipality of Myrza-Ake, the installation of electric poles is actively underway in the recently formed villages. According to Ruslan Talantbek uulu, the head of the Myrza-Ake rural administration, funding was allocated from the budget in response to requests from local residents for the purchase of 70 electric poles. The total cost of the procurement amounted to 1 million 71 thousand soms, and the installation work has already begun.

19.01.2026, 12:37
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Replacement of driver's licenses. Everything that is known as of today

In Kyrgyzstan, a phased procedure for replacing indefinite driver's licenses of the old type is currently being implemented. This initiative is driven by the need to update documents, and in this material, 24. kg will explain how the process is going and what consequences await those who do not manage to replace their licenses. 1 Is it mandatory to replace driver's licenses? Yes, although the old licenses are still valid for now, their replacement will soon become mandatory.

19.01.2026, 12:33
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The Ministry of Culture intends to reduce the number of documentary films

The Deputy Minister of Culture Marat Tagaev reported at a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh committee that the Ministry of Culture plans to significantly reduce the production of documentary films. According to Tagaev, documentary films are often created in honor of anniversaries, such as the 100th or 90th birthdays of certain individuals, and large sums are spent on their realization.

19.01.2026, 12:32
The KFS held an online course on the VAR system for young referees
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The KFS held an online course on the VAR system for young referees

During the training conducted by experienced KFS mentors Artem Skopintsev and Sergey Grishchenko, participants were presented with the theoretical part. The program included a detailed explanation of the VAR protocol, the principles of the system's operation, and the algorithms for interaction between the main referee and the video assistants. Special attention was paid to the analysis of game situations and the correct decision-making using video replays.

19.01.2026, 12:24
Akyilbek Usupbaev: You Can't Lure Young Doctors to the Regions with Financial Incentives
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Akyilbek Usupbaev: You Can't Lure Young Doctors to the Regions with Financial Incentives

The problem of the shortage of medical personnel in the regions of Kyrgyzstan continues to worsen. Currently, the country needs about 23,000 medical workers, including doctors, nurses, and orderlies. According to official data, there is a shortage of 6,500 doctors, 8,500 nurses, and 3,500 orderlies, as well as about 2,000 maintenance specialists. The shortage of highly qualified specialists is particularly acute in remote areas.

19.01.2026, 12:15
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"Man Changed Gender". The GKU "Kyzmat" Explained Why It Is Necessary to Amend the Law on Assigning a PIN

At the meeting of the committee on science, education, innovative development, and other issues of the Jogorku Kenesh, held on January 19, amendments to the law concerning the assignment and modification of the PIN were discussed. The current legislation of the Kyrgyz Republic outlines the grounds for making changes to citizens' PINs. changing the date of birth based on civil status acts; the presence of identical PINs among several citizens; errors in data regarding gender or date of

19.01.2026, 12:11
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Deputy: What will happen to citizens' pension contributions if they were issued a PIN with errors?

During the discussion of amendments to the law on the assignment and modification of personal identification numbers, which took place on January 19, Deputy Gulsharkan Kultaeva asked whether citizens' pension contributions would be preserved in the event of a change in their PIN due to error correction. She noted: "If a citizen was issued a PIN with an error and it was changed, will the history of their contributions disappear?"

19.01.2026, 12:02
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The Ministry of Culture plans to optimize the field of cinematography

The Deputy Minister of Culture Marat Tagaev announced plans to improve the situation in the film industry at a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, where issues of science, education, innovative development, information technology, culture, sports, and youth policy were discussed. He noted that several departments operate within the ministry: the Department of Cinematography, the film studio "Kyrgyzfilm," the cinema center "Kyrgyztasmas," and the state institution "Creative

19.01.2026, 11:43
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In the Kyrgyz Republic, they intend to make a feature film "Syngan Kylch" ("Broken Sword")

The Deputy Minister of Culture, Information, Sports, and Youth Policy of Kyrgyzstan, Marat Tagaev, announced plans to create a feature film titled "Syngan Kylch" ("Broken Sword") at a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh committee. He responded to questions from deputies about the need to increase the number of national films that reflect the country's ideology. According to Tagaev, this is indeed an important topic, and work is currently underway to create major films. He

19.01.2026, 11:42
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In Kyrgyzstan, a man became a woman and the State Institution "Kyzmat" is considering a PIN change

The State Institution "Kyzmat" has begun the process of reviewing a request for gender change. One of the men announced his transformation into a woman and initiated the procedure for changing his PIN. This information was announced by Deputy Director Ernes Dosaliev at a recent meeting of the specialized committee of the parliament. On the agenda of the committee of the Jogorku Kenesh, which deals with science, education, innovation, information technology, culture, sports, and youth

19.01.2026, 11:39
The Minister identified serious violations: the construction company was fined 200,000
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The Minister identified serious violations: the construction company was fined 200,000

In Bishkek, the Minister of Construction, Architecture, and Housing and Communal Services, Nurdana Oruntaev, conducted an inspection of construction sites along with representatives of the State Department of Architectural and Construction Control. He also instructed to carry out similar inspections throughout the country. During the raid, a four-story medical center under construction at the address: Tabaldieva Street, 29 was inspected. Serious violations of technical regulations were

19.01.2026, 11:32
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In Bishkek, there is no threat of overflow from the "Ala-Archa" channel.

According to reports from the October District Administration, the situation with the water level in the "Ala-Archa" canal in Bishkek is under control, and there is currently no cause for concern about flooding. The administration clarified that specialized services, such as MTU No. 402 and representatives of the water management, as well as emergency services, are conducting constant monitoring and carrying out preventive measures.

19.01.2026, 11:25
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In Kyrgyzstan, they plan to make a film based on the historical novel "Syngan Kylch"

The Deputy Minister of Culture Marat Tagaev announced on January 19 at a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh committee that filming of the movie based on Tologon Kasymbekov's novel "Syngan Kylych" ("Broken Sword") is planned for the end of 2026 or the beginning of 2027. He noted that the Ministry of Culture intends to focus on creating historical films, which are of priority importance as they contribute to the formation of ideology. The last significant project in this area

19.01.2026, 11:23
11 Tons of Sausage Products Not Allowed into Kyrgyzstan from Russia
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11 Tons of Sausage Products Not Allowed into Kyrgyzstan from Russia

At the border veterinary control point "Ak-Tilek," located in the Chui region, an attempt to illegally import sausage products from Russia was stopped. Employees of the Ministry of Agriculture of the Kyrgyz Republic reported that 11,720 kg of products were identified that did not meet the veterinary and sanitary requirements of the Eurasian Economic Union. Inspectors conducting control at the point recorded violations and drew up the relevant acts. In accordance with the established

19.01.2026, 11:22
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In the Ak-Tal District, residents of villages recently included in high-altitude zones are requesting a resolution regarding pension benefits.

In the Ak-Talinsky district of the Naryn region, residents of several villages recently classified as high-altitude areas have expressed dissatisfaction with the lack of legal benefits when retiring. According to information, last year the villages of Cholok-Kayin and Konorchok in the Ala-Bugin rural district, as well as the village of Zhany-Tilek in the Kara-Burgon rural district, were included in the list of high-altitude settlements. However, local residents claim that when calculating

19.01.2026, 11:21
In which sectors do people earn the most in Kyrgyzstan – data from the Ministry of Labor
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In which sectors do people earn the most in Kyrgyzstan – data from the Ministry of Labor

The Ministry of Labor, Social Security and Migration of the Kyrgyz Republic has published data on average wages across various sectors of the economy. According to information from the National Statistical Committee, the highest wages are observed in the financial sector, where the average income is 67,121 soms. Similar figures are recorded in industry — 66,990 soms.

19.01.2026, 11:14
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The Department of Cinematography is ready to lease 10 cinemas in its inventory.

The Deputy Minister of Culture Marat Tagaev announced the intention of the Cinematography Department to lease 10 cinemas that are under its management. This statement was made at a meeting of the committee of the Jogorku Kenesh dedicated to science, education, innovation, information technology, culture, sports, and youth policy. According to him, 20 cinemas out of a total of 37 had previously been leased, and starting from 2024, leasing will continue.

19.01.2026, 11:13
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The Ministry of Labor named the number of vacant jobs in the Kyrgyz Republic and in-demand specialties.

As of January 1, 2026, there are 5,547 registered job vacancies in Kyrgyzstan. The greatest interest among employers is in skilled trades, as reported by the press service of the Ministry of Labor. Currently, the unemployment rate in the republic stands at 1.3%. According to official data, 56,500 people are registered with employment services, of which 38,100 have the status of unemployed. In 2025, the employment service managed to place 17,454 people in jobs.

19.01.2026, 11:13
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Amendments are being made to the law on assigning a PIN. How is this related to transgender transition?

On January 19, a meeting of the committee on science, education, and information technologies of the Jogorku Kenesh took place, during which a bill concerning amendments to the law on the assignment and change of personal identification numbers (PIN) for citizens was reviewed. In the text of the current legislation, the grounds for changing the PIN are specified, including:

19.01.2026, 11:12
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Around 12 tons of sausage products from Russia were not allowed into Kyrgyzstan

At the veterinary control checkpoint "Ak-Tilek," located in the Chui region, an attempt to illegally import 11,720 kg of sausages from Russia was prevented. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Water Management and Agriculture. According to the agency, the inspection at the checkpoint revealed non-compliance with the veterinary and sanitary requirements of the Eurasian Economic Union.

19.01.2026, 11:10
"Gazprom Kyrgyzstan" urges subscribers to submit their meter readings
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"Gazprom Kyrgyzstan" urges subscribers to submit their meter readings

Some residents of apartment buildings continue to ignore the submission of their gas meter readings, as reported by Gazprom Kyrgyzstan LLC. The company reminds that according to the Rules for the Supply and Use of Natural Gas, each subscriber is obliged to provide meter readings on a monthly basis.

19.01.2026, 11:04