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Residents of Bishkek are invited to a master class on sewing and embroidering the belt "beldemchi"
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Residents of Bishkek are invited to a master class on sewing and embroidering the belt "beldemchi"

In Bishkek, a master class dedicated to the sewing and embroidery of the traditional belt "beldemchi" will take place. This event will be led by the renowned designer and member of the Union of Artists of Kyrgyzstan, Turar Turganaly, who passes on unique experience from generation to generation. This information was provided by the Ministry of Culture. Participants of the master class will have the opportunity to learn the secrets of creating a beldemchi and improve their skills in a

13.01.2026, 21:21
By the order of Kamchybek Tashiev, a school for 750 places is being built in Toktogul
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By the order of Kamchybek Tashiev, a school for 750 places is being built in Toktogul

In the Jalal-Abad region, in the "Talasbay" microdistrict of the Toktogul district, under the instruction of the chairman of the State Committee for National Security (GKNB) Kamchybek Tashiev, the construction of a school for 750 students has begun. This was reported by the Ministry of Construction. According to available data, the work on preparing the concrete base and pouring the foundations for the columns has been completed so far.

13.01.2026, 21:07
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Folk Legends: The Village of Chon-Kapka — the "Big Gates" of the Talas Valley

The village of Chon-Kapka is located in the Manas district of the Talas region of Kyrgyzstan. The exact year of the founding of the village of Chon-Kapka is not specified in open sources. However, its history is closely linked to the general processes of the formation of Russian settlements in the Talas Valley in the second half of the 19th century and in the 20th century. During that period, the settlement was called Pushkino and was initially part of the Russian Empire, and later the USSR.

13.01.2026, 21:05
Kazakhstan Prepares for Water Crisis: Worst-Case Scenario for the Season Announced
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Kazakhstan Prepares for Water Crisis: Worst-Case Scenario for the Season Announced

At a recent meeting of the Kazakh government, Minister of Water Resources and Irrigation Nurzhan Nurzhigitov voiced a troubling forecast regarding the country's water supply for the new season. This information was reported by Tengrinews.kz. According to the minister, this year there is a risk of a significant decrease in water inflow to rivers, which will particularly affect the southern regions. The level of water storage in reservoirs located in the upper reaches of the Syr Darya River

13.01.2026, 20:51
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The Ministry of Health commented on the queue at the children's hospital in Osh after a video on social media.

In the video that spread on January 13, a large number of parents with children can be seen waiting for admission at the clinical diagnostic department of the Osh Interregional Children's Clinical Hospital (OMDKB). According to information provided by the Ministry of Health, similar situations occur more frequently after weekends and holidays, when there is a sharp increase in the number of patients seeking outpatient care and specialist consultations. The director of OMDKB, Zhyrgalbek

13.01.2026, 20:33
Kyrgyzstan to receive a $30 million loan for wildlife monitoring
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Kyrgyzstan to receive a $30 million loan for wildlife monitoring

In addition, a grant of 1.79 million dollars is planned to be allocated At a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh Committee on Agricultural Policy, Ecology, and Environmental Protection, it was announced that Kyrgyzstan will receive 30 million dollars in the form of a loan for wildlife monitoring.

13.01.2026, 20:27
"Digital DNA" of the Seller: How AI Scoring Unlocks Multi-Million Credit Lines
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"Digital DNA" of the Seller: How AI Scoring Unlocks Multi-Million Credit Lines

By 2026, it became clear that traditional credit scoring, based on the analysis of financial reports from past periods, had lost its relevance for e-commerce. This approach proved to be too slow and static, failing to reflect real changes in the dynamics of online business, where key metrics change daily. In this context, predictive AI analysis emerges, focusing not on the seller's past income but on their future revenue-generating potential. This shift in approach transforms the role of

13.01.2026, 20:15
Kanibek Tumanbaev promised to build a kindergarten and a school in Bishkek
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Kanibek Tumanbaev promised to build a kindergarten and a school in Bishkek

The construction will be carried out in the residential complex "Muras" Kanibek Tumanbaev, the head of the president's office, announced plans to build a kindergarten and a school in the residential complex "Muras" in Bishkek. This statement was made today during the ceremony of handing over new apartments to the residents.

13.01.2026, 20:12
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The Ministry of Internal Affairs is testing average speed control on the Bishkek-Tokmok highway: 7406 cases of speeding recorded

At the meeting of the Committee of the Jogorku Kenesh on Law and Order on January 13, Deputy Minister of Internal Affairs of Kyrgyzstan Oktobyr Urmambetov reported on the testing of the average speed control system on the road section connecting Bishkek and Tokmok. Urmambetov stated that specialized cameras had been installed on this section of the road, and during the testing period, 7,406 cases of speeding were recorded.

13.01.2026, 20:11
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A Deputy Proposed Raising the Age for Obtaining a Driver's License in Kyrgyzstan to 20 or 21 Years

At the meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh Committee on Law and Order, held on January 13, deputy Nurbek Sydygaliev proposed an initiative to raise the minimum age for obtaining a driver's license in Kyrgyzstan to 20 or 21 years. In Sydygaliev's opinion, this change could positively impact the reduction of traffic accidents involving young drivers. He also urged the Ministry of Internal Affairs to conduct an analysis of youth accident rates, focusing on statistics by age groups, especially

13.01.2026, 20:10
The leadership of the National Center for Cardiology and the Institute of Heart Surgery and Organ Transplantation has been dismissed
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The leadership of the National Center for Cardiology and the Institute of Heart Surgery and Organ Transplantation has been dismissed

“The equipment is idle, mortality is rising” During the meeting, violations identified at the NCC and TI regarding the organization of emergency care for patients with cardiovascular diseases were discussed. In particular, the issues of idle angiographic equipment and delays in performing coronary angiographies were addressed, as well as the lack of round-the-clock availability of echocardiography in the intensive care unit. The shortage of interdisciplinary consultations and ineffective

13.01.2026, 19:56
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Timur Ibragimov has become the new chairman of the board of "Bakay Bank"

On December 22, 2025, important personnel decisions were made at an extraordinary general meeting of shareholders of OJSC "Bakay Bank." This was reported on the website of the Kyrgyz Stock Exchange. During the voting, it was decided that starting in January 2026, Timur Ibragimov will take the position of Chairman of the Management Board, while Sergey Ibragimov will become a member of the Board of Directors.

13.01.2026, 19:40
It became known which streets of Bishkek will have trams.
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It became known which streets of Bishkek will have trams.

The city hall clarified information about a possible tram line around the city The new tram line will start from the 12th microdistrict and lead to the center of the capital, as well as to the Osh market. Relevant information was provided by the city administration.

13.01.2026, 19:21
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The Housing Committee supported the president's objections to the amendments to the Criminal Code and the Criminal Procedure Code.

The Committee of the Jogorku Kenesh, which deals with issues of justice, law enforcement, the fight against crime and corruption, approved the president's objections regarding the law "On Amendments to Certain Legislative Acts of the Kyrgyz Republic" at its meeting on January 13. These amendments affected provisions of the Criminal and Criminal Procedure Codes. Deputy Chairman of the State Committee for National Security (SCNS) Timur Shabdanbekov stated that the agency has its

13.01.2026, 19:21
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The hawk that flew into the village was released back into the wild

Employees of the Batken Regional Department of the Ministry of Natural Resources, Ecology, and Technical Supervision of the Kyrgyz Republic conducted an inspection of a hawk that accidentally ended up in one of the villages, and after confirming its health, they released it back into the wild. The Ministry of Natural Resources noted that hawks are predatory birds belonging to the family Accipitridae. These birds are widely distributed around the world and are known for their agility and speed

13.01.2026, 18:40
A rare predatory bird has been released into the wild in Kyrgyzstan
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A rare predatory bird has been released into the wild in Kyrgyzstan

The falcon, which was found in one of the villages of the Batken region, underwent examination by specialists from the Ministry of Natural Resources, Ecology, and Technical Supervision of Kyrgyzstan. After the check, the bird was released back into its natural habitat. According to the ministry's information, the condition of the predatory bird was found to be satisfactory, and no signs of injury or illegal captivity were detected.

13.01.2026, 18:09
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The Social Fund is Preparing Innovations: What Will Change for Pension Savings

The draft of the new resolution from the Cabinet of Ministers regarding changes to the rules for the payment of pension savings has been presented for public discussion. The main goal of this document is to revise the procedure for payments made by the Social Fund. According to the draft, the list of individuals entitled to receive pension savings is clarified. In some cases, the spouses of insured citizens will be able to join them. It is also planned to change the mechanism for multiple

13.01.2026, 17:59
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After the lake was cleared of nets, thousands of fry appeared along the shores of Issyk-Kul.

Social networks have been filled with videos capturing numerous fish fry along the shores of Issyk-Kul. Users note that this phenomenon became possible due to the recent cleaning of the water body from fishing nets. In the videos, you can see how the fish fry have gathered in the coastal zone, which many associate with the improvement of the ecosystem after the removal of abandoned nets. This event is actively discussed on various social platforms, and many commentators perceive it as a

13.01.2026, 17:32
In 2025, over 300 million soms were received through the checkpoints "Sosnovka" and "Kara-Kol"
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In 2025, over 300 million soms were received through the checkpoints "Sosnovka" and "Kara-Kol"

In 2025, the 'Sosnovka' and 'Kara-Kol' checkpoints recorded the receipt of funds amounting to 300 million 266 thousand 484 soms through the cashless payment system using QR codes. This is an increase of 35.48% compared to the previous year, as reported by the Ministry of Transport of the Kyrgyz Republic. The Minister of Transport and Communications, Abdykarim Sygyrbaev, previously instructed the management of the state institution "Production and Innovation

13.01.2026, 17:29
Responsibility for Drunk Driving in Kyrgyzstan is Set to Be Toughened
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Responsibility for Drunk Driving in Kyrgyzstan is Set to Be Toughened

At today's meeting of the relevant committee of the Jogorku Kenesh, the Deputy Minister of Internal Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic, Oktobyr Urmambetov, presented a new draft law concerning changes in legislation aimed at ensuring road safety. This project was developed in accordance with the decree of the President of the Kyrgyz Republic dated December 7, 2021, No. 548, and is aimed at reducing the number of road traffic accidents and their serious consequences.

13.01.2026, 17:27
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The Housing Committee approved tightening penalties for traffic violations

Today, January 13, during a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh Committee on Judicial and Legal Issues, a draft law concerning the tightening of sanctions for traffic rule violations was approved. This document was supported in the first reading. The initiative, originating from the Cabinet of Ministers, includes amendments to the Criminal and Criminal Procedure Codes, the Code of Administrative Offenses, and the Law on Road Traffic. The development of these changes is being carried out in accordance

13.01.2026, 17:27
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Four Citizens of Kyrgyzstan Deported from Mongolia

At a meeting of the Committee of the Jogorku Kenesh on issues of the judicial system, law enforcement, combating crime, and countering corruption, Deputy Attorney General Ümütkan Konkubayeva reported on the deportation of four citizens of Kyrgyzstan from Mongolia. During the discussion of the draft law "On the Ratification of the Extradition Treaty between the Kyrgyz Republic and Mongolia," which was signed on July 21, 2025, in Bishkek, the Committee emphasized the importance of

13.01.2026, 17:06
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Russia denied the repatriation of 144 convicted citizens of Kyrgyzstan.

During a meeting of the parliamentary committee on judicial and legal issues, law enforcement, the fight against crime, and countering corruption, Deputy Attorney General Umutkan Konkubayeva reported that Russia has denied the repatriation of 144 Kyrgyz citizens serving sentences in Russian prisons. According to Konkubayeva, the Kyrgyz side sent 449 requests for the transfer of convicts; however, in 144 cases, Russian authorities rejected the requests. The reasons for the refusals are that the

13.01.2026, 17:06
The falcon that flew into the village of Batken region was returned to the wild
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The falcon that flew into the village of Batken region was returned to the wild

In the Batken region, employees of the Ministry of Natural Resources, Ecology, and Technical Supervision of Kyrgyzstan examined a falcon that had entered the territory of one of the villages. After a thorough check by a specialist, the bird was released back into its natural habitat. This information was disseminated by the ministry's press service. The falcon is a powerful predatory bird from the falcon family, which typically inhabits mountainous and forested areas. This species is

13.01.2026, 16:58