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Construction of the "Tazalyka" production base has begun in Bishkek

According to the information from the press service of the mayor's office, the completion of all construction work is scheduled for the summer of 2026. The land plot where the base will be located covers an area of 4.13 hectares, and the total area of the buildings will be 11,500 square meters. As part of the project, the base will include production and repair workshops, hangars for special equipment, a technical salt warehouse, a waste transfer station, as well as a parking lot for

13.01.2026, 16:57
Zoe Saldana Becomes the Highest-Grossing Actress in Film History
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Zoe Saldana Becomes the Highest-Grossing Actress in Film History

American actress Zoe Saldana has set a record, becoming the highest-grossing actress in the history of cinema. She surpassed well-known colleagues such as Scarlett Johansson, Samuel L. Jackson, and Robert Downey Jr. with a total box office of her films amounting to $15.467 billion, according to data from the analytical portal The Numbers. Photo from the internet. Zoe Saldana has become the leader among actresses in box office earnings in cinema

13.01.2026, 16:51
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The National Philharmonic Celebrated the 85th Anniversary of Composer and Singer Ryspay Abdykadyrov

An evening dedicated to the 85th anniversary of Rysbai Abdykadyrov — an outstanding composer, singer, and classic of Kyrgyz musical culture, as well as a distinguished artist of Kyrgyzstan — took place at the Toktogul Satylganov National Philharmonic. According to the press service of the Ministry of Culture, the event was attended by prominent public figures, musicologists, representatives of the creative intelligentsia, and devoted fans of the work of this great composer.

13.01.2026, 16:44
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Cashless payments: 300 million soms received through the checkpoints "Sosnovka" and "Kara-Kol"

According to the press service of the Ministry of Transport and Communications, in 2025, at the checkpoints "Sosnovka" and "Kara-Kol," a total of 300 million 266 thousand 484 soms was collected through the cashless payment system using QR codes. This figure exceeds the similar results of 2024 by 35.48%. In order to improve the quality of service for citizens and minimize the human factor, which also helps in the fight against corruption, the minister instructed the

13.01.2026, 16:30
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In Tokmok, the "Kosmos" cinema reopened after renovation

In Tokmok, a ceremonial opening of the reconstructed cinema took place, which has become part of a large project aimed at restoring cultural life in the regions of the country. The project was implemented by the LLC "Atlant Cinema" with the financial support of the Russian-Kyrgyz Development Fund (RKDF) at the direct instruction of the President of Kyrgyzstan, Sadyr Japarov, and with the participation of the Cabinet of Ministers. As part of the project to reconstruct six cinemas in

13.01.2026, 16:30
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"50 Citizens of Kyrgyzstan Reside in Mongolia, - General Prosecutor's Office"

Currently, there are about 50 citizens of Kyrgyzstan in Mongolia, reported Deputy Attorney General Ümütkan Konkubayeva during a meeting of the Committee of the Jogorku Kenesh, which was addressing issues related to the judicial system, law enforcement activities, the fight against crime, and corruption. On the Committee's agenda was the draft law "On the Ratification of the Extradition Treaty between the Kyrgyz Republic and Mongolia," signed in Bishkek on July 21, 2025. This

13.01.2026, 16:24
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The specialized committee of the ЖК reviewed the bill on the issuance between Kyrgyzstan and Mongolia.

The Committee of the Jogorku Kenesh, which deals with issues of the judicial system, law enforcement, the fight against crime, and corruption, held the first reading of a draft law concerning the ratification of an extradition agreement between the Kyrgyz Republic and Mongolia. This agreement was signed in Bishkek on July 21, 2025. Deputy Attorney General Ümütkan Konkubayeva noted that this document creates the necessary conditions for the extradition of convicted individuals, allowing them to

13.01.2026, 16:18
The city hall reported how much coal is left at the CHP.
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The city hall reported how much coal is left at the CHP.

As of January 13, 2026, there are 189,416 thousand tons of coal in the warehouse of the CHPP in Bishkek, as reported by the city hall. The city hall emphasized that to prepare for the heating season of 2025-2026, the supply of 1,400,000 tons of coal is planned, which will be used for the generation of thermal and electrical energy. Coal deliveries will be carried out according to the schedule until the end of the heating season.

13.01.2026, 16:16
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Russia denied the repatriation of 144 citizens of Kyrgyzstan serving sentences in prisons, - prosecutor's office

Russia rejected the request for the repatriation of 144 citizens of Kyrgyzstan serving prison sentences in Russian jails. This was reported by Deputy Attorney General Үмүткан Конкубаева during a meeting of the Committee of the Jogorku Kenesh, which deals with issues of the judicial system, law enforcement, the fight against crime, and corruption. Deputy Uluqbek Uzakbaev asked whether having a permanent representation of the General Prosecutor's Office in Russia would expedite the process,

13.01.2026, 16:04
Bishkek Residents Discussed the Capital's Master Plan Project Until 2050 at Hearings
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Bishkek Residents Discussed the Capital's Master Plan Project Until 2050 at Hearings

In 2025, the Bishkek city administration, in collaboration with the Scientific Research Institute of Prospective Urban Development, prepared a draft of the General Plan for the capital, covering the period until 2050. This document aims to define strategies for the city's development, taking into account demographic, environmental, and infrastructure factors, as reported by the capital's municipality materials.

13.01.2026, 15:56
In Bishkek, the construction of a modern base for the municipal enterprise "Tazalyk" has begun
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In Bishkek, the construction of a modern base for the municipal enterprise "Tazalyk" has begun

The capsule for the foundation of the new production base of the municipal enterprise "Tazalyk" was laid by the mayor of the capital, Aibek Junushaliev. According to the information from the press service of the mayor's office, construction work has already begun, and its completion is scheduled for summer. The mayor noted that for many years the team of "Tazalyk" has ensured cleanliness and sanitary order in Bishkek, working every day, regardless of weather conditions

13.01.2026, 15:54
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The deputy proposes to change the conditions of entry and stay in the Kyrgyz Republic for former citizens.

The initiative of Deputy Baktyyar Kalpaev is aimed at improving conditions for former citizens of Kyrgyzstan who face general migration rules. The proposed amendments to the Law "On External Migration" have already been posted on the website of the Jogorku Kenesh for public discussion. Kalpaev emphasizes that the current system regulating the entry and stay of foreign citizens, including those who were previously citizens of Kyrgyzstan, does not take individual circumstances into

13.01.2026, 15:50
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Kyrgyzstan and Mongolia will begin exchanging prisoners

Currently, there are two citizens of Mongolia in the prisons of Kyrgyzstan, as reported by Umutkan Konkubaeva, Deputy Attorney General, at a meeting of the committee of the Jogorku Kenesh that deals with judicial and legal issues and the fight against crime. At the meeting, she presented a draft agreement on extradition that was signed on July 21 of last year during the visit of the President of Mongolia to Kyrgyzstan.

13.01.2026, 15:37
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Bekeshev: Citizens are charged 100 soms just for calling the government agency's call center

At a meeting of the committee on constitutional legislation of the Jogorku Kenesh, Deputy Dastan Bekeshev raised the issue of the need to create additional communication channels for citizens. He noted that the current costs of calls to state and municipal bodies, especially through "Kyrgyztelecom," are excessive. According to Bekeshev, citizens face difficulties when trying to reach various government services, such as "Gorlifty" and "Electric Networks." Many of

13.01.2026, 15:20
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The deputy proposed to preserve the title "People's Poet"

On January 13, at a meeting of the committee of the Jogorku Kenesh on constitutional legislation, deputy Janar Akayev raised questions regarding the draft law on the reform of the system of state awards and honorary titles. His questions were answered by Kuban Kazakov, Deputy Minister of Justice.

13.01.2026, 15:18
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Fines, Courts, and Employee Turnover. Why Staffing Chaos is Destroying Business from Within

Many employers are confident that their personnel documentation is in order; however, in practice, this confidence often leads to inspections, legal disputes, and financial losses. Cholpon Adamalieva, a personnel auditor and the general director of "Adis Expert" LLC, shares her opinion on the importance of proper personnel accounting and the common mistakes that can cost businesses dearly.

13.01.2026, 15:12
The New Osh Market and Western Bus Station are being prepared for launch before the SCO summit
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The New Osh Market and Western Bus Station are being prepared for launch before the SCO summit

Photo 24.kg Recently, high-ranking officials familiarized themselves with the progress of construction on key infrastructure projects located on the approach to Manas Airport. The Western bus station and the new Osh market, located near the village of Prigorodnoye, are scheduled to open in May of this year. Present at the construction site were Prime Minister Adylbek Kasymaliev, Mayor of the capital Aibek Junushaliev, and the President's Chief of Staff Kanaybek Tumanbaev.

13.01.2026, 15:10
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Will Moscow Street Become Pedestrian? Response from the Bishkek City Hall

At a recent public hearing dedicated to the master plan for the capital's development until 2050, residents of Bishkek proposed the creation of pedestrian zones on Moscow and Pushkin streets. In response to this initiative, the city administration published its statement. The city administration noted that Moscow Street is an important one-way thoroughfare that plays a key role in the transport infrastructure, interacting with Toktogul Street.

13.01.2026, 15:10
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In Russian prisons, more than 1,200 Kyrgyz citizens are serving their sentences.

At a meeting of the Committee of the Jogorku Kenesh on judicial and legal issues, law enforcement, combating crime, and countering corruption, deputy Altynbek Kylchayev raised the issue of the difficulties faced by Kyrgyz citizens serving sentences in Russian prisons. According to him, many of them do not receive responses to their requests for repatriation for a long time. “How long do you take to consider letters that come from abroad? Hundreds of our citizens are in prisons in Russia, and

13.01.2026, 15:07
Bishkek CHPP is operating in normal mode - City Hall
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Bishkek CHPP is operating in normal mode - City Hall

According to the city hall, the Bishkek CHPP continues to supply the city with thermal energy in normal mode. As of January 13 of this year, the average electrical capacity of the station is 460 megawatts, and the volume of thermal energy supplied has reached 8,694 thousand gigacalories, while electricity generation amounts to 11,034 thousand kilowatt-hours. Daily fuel consumption includes 7,470 thousand tons of coal and 390 thousand cubic meters of gas. Photo from the city hall

13.01.2026, 15:02
Repertoire of the Ch. Aitmatov Russian Drama Theater for February
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Repertoire of the Ch. Aitmatov Russian Drama Theater for February

In Bishkek, the Russian Drama Theater named after Ch. Aitmatov has announced its repertoire for February 2026. The repertoire of the Russian Drama Theater named after Ch. Aitmatov for February 2026. The repertoire of the Russian Drama Theater named after Ch. Aitmatov for February 2026. Theater location: Bishkek, Tynystanova Street, 122 (Dubovy Park). Contact phones: 0550 83 85 12, 0555 00 15 31, 0705 68 92 22. Where to buy tickets: on the website Ticket.kg; in the MВANK app in the Mticket

13.01.2026, 15:00
In Kyrgyzstan, plans are in place to reduce the number of state awards.
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In Kyrgyzstan, plans are in place to reduce the number of state awards.

At the meeting of the Committee on Constitutional Legislation, State Structure, Local Self-Government, and the Regulations of the Jogorku Kenesh, held today, the draft law "On State Awards, Honorary Titles, and State Prizes of the Kyrgyz Republic" was reviewed and approved in the first reading, taking into account the comments and suggestions of the deputies. The initiator of this draft law was the Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers.

13.01.2026, 14:43
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Spontaneous Parking Instead of Green Zones. Residents Ask to Pay Attention to Ayni Street

In the Call center Kaktus.media, a complaint was received from residents. They express dissatisfaction that on the section of Ayni Street from Chapayev Street to Pskovskaya Street, green zones are being destroyed due to a lack of control over parking lots. According to the citizens, the length of the problematic section is approximately 700-800 meters, and the green plantings and lawns are practically being destroyed. "Areas designated for landscaping and beautification are being used as

13.01.2026, 14:40
Tram through the south of Bishkek: the line is planned to be extended from the 12th microdistrict to the center
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Tram through the south of Bishkek: the line is planned to be extended from the 12th microdistrict to the center

As part of the master plan for the development of Bishkek, the creation of a tram line is planned, which will start from the 12th microdistrict and move towards the city center. The route will then continue along Kyiv Street and end at the Osh market. Photo 24.kg According to the city hall, the exact routes and the order of implementation of the tram infrastructure construction project will be clarified in the next stages of design. These aspects will also be considered during the development

13.01.2026, 14:30
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Fines and Lottery. What Will Make You Go to the Polls? Survey by 24.kg

In the recent early elections for the Jogorku Kenesh, voter turnout was only 36.9%. President Sadyr Japarov also expressed concern about such low civic engagement. In the new composition of parliament, a draft law was developed aimed at increasing voter turnout. One of the proposed measures is to introduce fines for not attending elections. However, this is not the only solution:

13.01.2026, 14:28
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The hawk has arrived in the Batken village

In one of the villages of the Batken region, a hawk [“kyrgy”] that accidentally found itself in the settlement has returned to its natural habitat. According to information provided by the Department of Protected Natural Areas and Biodiversity of the Ministry of Natural Resources, Ecology, and Technical Supervision of the Batken region, specialists conducted an examination of the hawk that flew into the village, along with an expert in the field. After that, the bird was successfully

13.01.2026, 14:23
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"Lexus 570" and an apartment for the groom: A bank transfer from foreign "kudalars" overshadowed all "koshumchas" in Talas

In Kyrgyzstan, there is a tradition known as "koshumcha," which manifests during various festive events where guests collect money in the form of a contribution. This practice of mutual assistance is actively used at weddings, birthdays, anniversaries, housewarmings, and memorials. The amount of "koshumcha" usually depends on the degree of closeness between participants — friends, relatives, and neighbors. To learn more about the perception of this tradition and the sums

13.01.2026, 14:13
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A large racetrack is planned to be built in the Naryn region.

In the Kochkor district, breeders ("sayaпker") are actively working on a project to create a large racetrack in the Naryn region, as reported by Turmush correspondent breeder Kalibai Saralaev. He noted that equestrian sports hold an important place in Kyrgyz national games. In 2023, during the celebration of the 230th anniversary of Khan Ormon Khan Niyazbek uulu, the need for a racetrack became particularly evident, as the games had to be held in Orto-Tokoi due to its absence.

13.01.2026, 14:01
Bishkek Master Plan 2050. A tram line is planned to be constructed from Microdistrict 12 to the city center and Osh Market.
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Bishkek Master Plan 2050. A tram line is planned to be constructed from Microdistrict 12 to the city center and Osh Market.

As part of the General Plan for the development of Bishkek until 2050, the capital's authorities plan to lay a tram line that will connect the 12th microdistrict with the central part of the city and the Osh market. This information was announced by the city hall. According to the statement, the tram line will run along Aaly Tokombaev Avenue, starting from the 12th microdistrict and then continuing along Kyiv Street to the Osh market.

13.01.2026, 13:56
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"Twins": The Talasbekov brothers living in a residential area of Bishkek have begun to be distinguished by a detail discovered after bathing

Residents of a suburban new building in Bishkek face difficulties in distinguishing between twin brothers Musa and Isa Talasbekov, who have only one unique feature. Turmush correspondent spoke with their mother, Nadiira Dzhalakaeva. “My sons were born on March 5, 2018, and they are currently in the 2nd grade at school No. 84 named after Jalil Sadikov. They always wear the same clothes and regularly compete with each other. When they were infants, until they were three months old, I did not

13.01.2026, 13:54
The sewing industry is transitioning to preferential taxation until 2030
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The sewing industry is transitioning to preferential taxation until 2030

Starting from January 1, 2030, new tax conditions will apply to the sewing and textile industries. In particular, a uniform insurance contribution rate of 12% has been established for all participants in this sector, calculated based on 40% of the average monthly salary. According to information from the press service of the State Tax Service, a minimum income tax rate of 1% of the average monthly salary has also been introduced for employees engaged in the sewing and textile industries.

13.01.2026, 13:44
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Sadyr Japarov signed a decree on vehicle inspection and appointed a state operator

On December 31, President Sadyr Japarov signed decree No. 388 aimed at improving the organization of vehicle technical inspections. According to the new document, from January 1, 2026, to December 31, 2026, the state enterprise "Technical Center of the Main Department of Road Safety of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic" has been appointed as the state operator for centralized control and improvement of the road safety system.

13.01.2026, 13:39
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"Ministry Was Misinformed". NIIHSTO Refutes Health Ministry's Accusations Against the Institution

The management of the Research Institute of Health and Medical Technology (NIIHSTO) has refuted the information voiced by the Ministry of Health regarding alleged violations that served as the reason for the dismissal of director Samidin Shabyraliev. According to the institute's employees, unfounded accusations were made against NIIHSTO during a planning meeting at the Ministry.

13.01.2026, 13:33
Master Plan of Bishkek-2050. Will cable cars, highways, and multi-level parking lots appear?
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Master Plan of Bishkek-2050. Will cable cars, highways, and multi-level parking lots appear?

During the public hearings on the Master Plan for the development of Bishkek until 2050, residents expressed their ideas about the construction of cable cars, highways, and multi-level parking. Local authorities provided comments on each of the proposals. Regarding highways, the city hall confirmed that this proposal would be considered in future plans. In response to a question about the cable car, city hall representatives indicated that this mode of transport cannot replace traditional

13.01.2026, 13:31
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A 40-Year-Old Woman Has Died in the City of Manas

In Manas, a case has been recorded where a 40-year-old woman was found dead as a result of hanging in her home. According to information provided by the press service of the Internal Affairs Department of the Jalal-Abad region, the incident occurred on January 10, 2026. The local police department received a signal from the ambulance service that a resident of the city, I.V., born in 1985, was found hanging.

13.01.2026, 13:29
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Seizure of Houses Inevitable: The City Hall Explained Plans for Barpy Alykulov Street

The mayor's office of the capital of Kyrgyzstan, Bishkek, responded to residents' concerns about the fact that, under the general plan, Barpy Alykulov Street intersects already developed areas. As explained by municipal representatives, the proposal to change the street's alignment was not taken into account. According to the general plan, Barpy Alykulov Street is designated as one of the main north-south thoroughfares of the city, which will duplicate Dooronbeka Sadyrbaeva

13.01.2026, 13:24
By the end of the year, more than 2,600 apartments are planned to be completed in the residential complex "Muras."
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By the end of the year, more than 2,600 apartments are planned to be completed in the residential complex "Muras."

On January 12, in Bishkek, at 91 Malikova Street, a ceremony was held to mark the commissioning of the first part of the second phase of the residential complex "Muras". Gulzat Totubaeva, head of the public relations department of the State Mortgage Company (GMC), spoke about this on the air of the program "Elden Sobol" of the Kabar agency. Gulzat Totubaeva reported that 1,080 apartments have been commissioned, located in 8 blocks of multi-storey buildings with heights of

13.01.2026, 13:14
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Service fee canceled, but prices are rising: cafes and restaurants face hefty fines

As of January 1, 2026, a new regulation has come into effect in Kyrgyzstan that prohibits catering establishments, including restaurants and cafes, from charging a service fee. According to the Antimonopoly Regulation Service, after the introduction of this ban, there have been cases where establishment owners formally canceled the service fee but, in reality, increased the prices of dishes to account for it. Such practices violate the law. Monitoring compliance with this regulation has been

13.01.2026, 13:09
A Unified Policy for Livestock Markets Will Be Implemented in the Chui Region
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A Unified Policy for Livestock Markets Will Be Implemented in the Chui Region

A unified policy regarding livestock markets will be implemented in the Chuy region. This was announced by Azamat Osmonov, the authorized representative of the president of the region, at a recent regional meeting. He noted that work will begin on organizing private livestock markets, and where entrepreneurs cannot ensure their proper functioning, municipal livestock markets will be created.

13.01.2026, 13:07