FOMS: The processing time for mandatory health insurance takes at least five days
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FOMS: The processing time for mandatory health insurance takes at least five days

At a meeting of the committee on labor, health care, women's affairs, and social issues, Deputy Zhyldyz Egemberdieva reported that citizens without mandatory health insurance require at least five days to register for it. She asked the director of the Mandatory Health Insurance Fund (MHIF) about the possibility of reducing this timeframe.

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Equipment for Rehabilitation Transferred to Children's Hospitals by the Ministry of Labor
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Equipment for Rehabilitation Transferred to Children's Hospitals by the Ministry of Labor

Photo by the Ministry of Labor, Social Security and Migration of the Kyrgyz Republic. Transfer of equipment to children's hospitals New rehabilitation equipment has been handed over to children's hospitals managed by the Ministry of Labor, Social Security and Migration. The press service of the ministry reported this event. According to the provided information, the equipment was received by the Belovodsk Children's Social Hospital and the Sokuluk Rehabilitation Center for

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Nikolai Valuev commented on the situation with his deepfake in the target audience segment
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Nikolai Valuev commented on the situation with his deepfake in the target audience segment

Nikolai Valuev, a deputy of the State Duma of the Russian Federation, commented on a video that appeared on social media in Central Asia, in which he is attributed with a call for the application of a "carrot and stick" policy towards the countries of the region. This video has caused a wide public resonance, but many users began to doubt its authenticity, suspecting that it is a skillfully made deepfake.

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Three Energy Facilities Launched in the Uzgen District
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Three Energy Facilities Launched in the Uzgen District

Energy Minister Talaybek Ibraev, during a working trip to the Osh region, commissioned five new facilities, three of which are located in the Uzgen district. According to information provided by the press service of the Ministry of Energy, the first of the facilities was built in the Kurshab ayil aimak, and its cost amounted to 7 million 325 thousand soms.

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The Doomsday Clock in 2026 is Closest to "Nuclear Midnight"

According to information published by the "Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists," in 2026, the Doomsday Clock was set to 85 seconds to "nuclear midnight," which is four seconds less compared to the previous year. This data has been made public since 1947, and since 2015, it has been published annually, reflecting the overall threat of global risks. In assessing the situation, experts take into account a multitude of factors, including the level of nuclear threat, climate

Юлия Воробьева
At the session of the Asian Parliamentary Assembly, the plans of TURKPA for international cooperation were announced
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At the session of the Asian Parliamentary Assembly, the plans of TURKPA for international cooperation were announced

In his speech, he emphasized the achievements of TURKPA and current initiatives, highlighting the importance of cooperation with the Asian Parliamentary Assembly, noting that since 2017, the organization has had observer status in this assembly. Speaking about the significance of parliamentary diplomacy, Hasan highlighted its role in strengthening peace and stability, resolving conflicts, and developing cooperation based on common interests both in Asia and globally. He stressed that the joint

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Trump stated that Iran wants a deal amid the transfer of American forces to the region

In an interview with Axios, Trump stated that the situation in Iran is "uncertain." He emphasized that the United States has deployed a "large armada" in the region, but believes that Tehran wants to start a dialogue. The president added: "We have a huge armada near Iran. They want to make a deal. I know this. They have called many times. They want to talk."

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Road junction, lighting, and tree trimming: working visit of the mayor of Bishkek
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Road junction, lighting, and tree trimming: working visit of the mayor of Bishkek

In the capital, Mayor Aibek Junushaliev, along with heads of city services, conducted an inspection of several key infrastructure facilities. This was reported by the Bishkek mayor's office. During the trip, the mayor familiarized himself with the reconstruction plan for Manas Avenue, which includes the construction of a new road interchange and the extension of Mederov Street along the Ala-Archa River. The project also includes the construction of Tabaldiev Street. Work is expected to

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Asian Futsal Cup. The Kyrgyzstan national team lost to Iraq

In their first match at the Futsal Asian Cup, which is taking place in Indonesia, the Kyrgyzstan national team suffered a defeat against the Iraqi team. This was reported by the Kyrgyz Football Union. The game, held on January 27 as part of the group stage, ended with a score of 4:2 in favor of the Iraqi team.

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The Secretary General of TURKPA met with the President of the International Congress of Parliamentarians
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The Secretary General of TURKPA met with the President of the International Congress of Parliamentarians

During these meetings, a conversation was organized with Abdelrahim Almaaya, who holds the position of President of the International Congress of Parliamentarians and previously served as the Vice-Speaker of the Parliament of Jordan. During the meeting, the implementation of the Memorandum of Cooperation and Understanding, signed in 2023 between TURKPA and the International Congress of Parliamentarians, was discussed. Participants noted that more active involvement of parliamentarians from

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Suspect in Robbery Detained at Osh Airport

According to information provided by the Internal Affairs Department of the Osh region, the incident occurred on January 9. On that day, a 24-year-old woman approached the city police department. She reported that while leaving the airport building, an acquaintance named Sherzat openly stole her Redmi 5 mobile phone and 11,500 rubles. After registering this fact, a preliminary investigation was initiated. During operational activities, the police identified the suspect, who turned out to be a

Марина Онегина
International Organization Delivered Equipment for the Rehabilitation of Children with Disabilities
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International Organization Delivered Equipment for the Rehabilitation of Children with Disabilities

The Belyovodsk and Sokuluk stationary organizations received support Recently, as part of a cooperation agreement between the Ministry of Labor, Social Protection, and Migration of the Kyrgyz Republic and a representative of the international organization Good Neighbors International, a ceremony was held to hand over specialized medical equipment for the Belyovodsk Children's Social Stationary Institution and the Sokuluk Rehabilitation Center for People with Disabilities. This information

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Nigerian President Bola Tinubu stumbled during his visit to Turkey

According to the latest data, President Tinubu is doing well and did not require medical assistance after the incident. The Nigerian leader's visit to Turkey is scheduled from January 26 to 28. As part of this working trip, negotiations will take place on January 27, where bilateral relations between Nigeria and Turkey will be discussed, and several agreements aimed at strengthening cooperation will be signed.

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The Ministry of Health plans to approve the status of the Aliyma Tashieva Hospital.
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The Ministry of Health plans to approve the status of the Aliyma Tashieva Hospital.

The Ministry of Health has presented for public discussion a draft resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers concerning the approval of the "Regulations on the establishment of the Center for the Protection of Motherhood and Childhood named after Aliyma Tashieva." As stated in the project brief, the main goal of the development is to officially establish the status and define the tasks, functions, structure, and management procedures of the new Center, which will operate within the

Елена Краснова
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The FSB will be granted the right to temporarily disconnect mobile and landline internet.

In the first reading, the State Duma approved amendments that grant the FSB the right to temporarily disable all types of communication in the event of "security threats," as reported by Meduza. According to these amendments to the law "On Communications," proposed by the government, communication operators will be required, at the request of the FSB, to block any services for a period of time to protect the "security of citizens and the state," and they will not

Анна Федорова
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In Chui Region, a dropper was detained in a fraud case

According to the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Kyrgyzstan, on December 30, 2025, a local resident born in 1994 approached the Moscow District Internal Affairs Department. She reported that from December 27 to 29, a group of strangers gained her trust and deceitfully took possession of 152,000 soms, presenting themselves as individuals who could help increase her finances through the Telegram app. Based on this fact, a criminal case has been initiated under Article 209-1 of the Criminal Code

Марина Онегина
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The Bishkek City Hall responded to Uluqbek Karybek uulu's accusations regarding the school shortage.

The Bishkek City Hall has refuted recent accusations made by the deputy of the Jogorku Kenesh, Ulukbek Karybek uulu, who claimed that information about schools in the "Ak-Jar" and "Ak-Bata" districts was distorted. In response to statements made during the parliamentary session on January 26, city hall representatives stated that the deputy's claims mislead both the public and the media. The city hall clarified that, upon the deputy's official request, it provided

Яна Орехова
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Suspect Detained in Case of Salary Non-Payment at Small Hydroelectric Power Plant Construction

The Department of Internal Affairs of the Moscow District received a collective complaint from a local resident, born in 1989, regarding the non-payment of wages to workers engaged in concrete work on the construction of a small hydropower plant in the Ak-Suu gorge. According to information provided by the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Kyrgyzstan, the incident occurred on December 26, 2025. The applicant noted that the employer, born in 1993, had been hiring people for concrete work since

Елена Краснова
Revealed: The Unobvious Cause of Frequent Headaches
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Revealed: The Unobvious Cause of Frequent Headaches

A study conducted by Turkish scientists revealed that a deficiency of magnesium in the diet may lead to more intense headaches and increased stress levels. These findings were published in the journal Frontiers in Nutrition (Front Nutr). As part of the study, 150 participants aged 19 to 65 completed questionnaires regarding their diet and underwent assessments of the impact of headaches on their daily lives (HIT-6) and stress levels (PSS-10). Additionally, the researchers analyzed how often

Ирина Орлонская
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In Bishkek, a man was detained for driving a car with fake license plates.

In the capital of Kyrgyzstan, Bishkek, law enforcement officers detained a man who was driving a car with fake state license plates. According to the press service of the Traffic Safety Department (UPSM), the incident occurred on January 25. According to the agency, the detained driver was operating a Honda Accord, which had counterfeit plates with the inscription Protoсol.

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In 2026, salaries for social sector workers in Kyrgyzstan will be increased.
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In 2026, salaries for social sector workers in Kyrgyzstan will be increased.

As a result of the meeting of the Ministry of Finance, this decision was made At a recent meeting of the Ministry of Finance's board, Prime Minister Adylbek Kasymaliev announced the intention to raise salaries for social sector workers in 2026. This statement was made following an analysis of the ministry's work in 2025. Kasymaliev noted that the increase in budget revenues opens new opportunities for the country, allowing a transition from a social expenditure structure to

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Two men are suspected of murdering an acquaintance

According to information provided by the Ministry of Internal Affairs, on January 20 at approximately 10:00 AM, the duty unit of the Moscow District Internal Affairs received a report from the Center for General Medical Practice that a man born in 1989 had died in an ambulance on the way to a medical facility. After the report was registered, an investigative operational group was dispatched to the scene. During the investigation, it was revealed that the deceased had quarreled with

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In the Osh Region, the spread of extremist materials on social networks has been suppressed

According to information provided by the Internal Affairs Department of the Osh region, the detention was carried out by employees of the service for countering extremism and illegal migration of the Kara-Suu District Department of Internal Affairs. They established that one of the social media users was posting content prohibited in Kyrgyzstan. As a result of operational activities, a citizen born in 2002 was detained. He is currently in a temporary detention facility.

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In Kazarman, a schoolboy "phone terrorist" was detained
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In Kazarman, a schoolboy "phone terrorist" was detained

A teenager published information on social media about alleged attacks on educational institutions. A schoolboy was detained in Kazarman for posting threats of possible terrorist attacks in schools and kindergartens. This was reported by the press service of the State National Security Committee (GKNB). According to the GKNB, the detainee is an eighth grader from one of the local schools who anonymously published messages about attacks on educational institutions in the village of Kazarman,

Яна Орехова
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The Story of a Retired Colonel: The Mysterious Death of the Chief Accountant of the Issyk-Kul Shipping Company

In 2021, Kyrgyzstan marked the centenary of the establishment of the criminal investigation department. In connection with this important date, the Department of Internal Affairs of the Issyk-Kul region prepared a series of materials dedicated to the history of the formation of criminal investigation in the region. We present to your attention another archival story. Earlier, Turmush published an archival material about how a gang of robbers was uncovered in Przhevalsk, which had planned an

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