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<b>Buzurman Bagyshbekov</b> appointed as Deputy Director of the State Agency for Sports

On December 9, a presentation of the new Deputy Director, Buzurman Bagyshbekov, took place at the State Agency for Physical Culture and Sports under the Cabinet of Ministers. The introduction of the new appointee was conducted by Erzhigit Ibraimov, who is the chief expert of the sectoral policy department of the management for preparing decisions for the President and the Cabinet of Ministers.

10.12.2025, 10:18
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Sadyr Japarov presented the president of the United World Wrestling with the "Dostuk" order and received the UWW order.

On December 6, the President of Kyrgyzstan, Sadyr Japarov, met with Nenad Lalovic, the head of United World Wrestling, and Mohammed Al-Awamleh, the president of United World Wrestling Asia. According to the press service of the Presidential Administration, Japarov expressed gratitude for their significant contribution to the development of wrestling on the international stage and expressed hope for the further successful development of this sport under their leadership.

06.12.2025, 12:56
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Construction of the stadium in Kochkor is behind schedule — Minister Oruntaev demanded an increase in the number of workers

During his working trip to the Naryn region, the Minister of Construction, Architecture, and Housing and Communal Services, Nurdana Oruntaev, inspected the progress of work at several construction sites. One of the sites under his attention was the central stadium in the village of Kochkor, located at: 40 Years of Victory Street, 1/2, where a large-scale reconstruction is currently underway.

05.12.2025, 12:04
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Construction of a multifunctional sports complex continues in Bishkek

In Bishkek, on A. Toktonalieva Street, the construction of a multifunctional sports complex is actively underway, as reported by the city administration. According to the provided information, the building under construction will be a two-story rectangular structure with a total area of 2,296 square meters. The area of the land plot on which the construction is taking place is 0.2637 hectares.

04.12.2025, 18:19
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The deadline for submitting applications for the tender to build a stadium in Kyzyl-Kiya for 350 million soms has been extended.

The regional department of capital construction in Batken has announced an extension of the deadline for submitting applications for the tender related to the reconstruction and major repairs of the central stadium named after T. Kulatov in Kyzyl-Kiya, located in the Batken region. According to information posted on the government procurement portal, this tender is being conducted using an unrestricted procurement method.

04.12.2025, 09:17
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The new stadium will be called not "Azattyk Arena," but "Bishkek Arena," - the administration head

On December 1, the head of the president's office, Kanaybek Tumanbaev, announced that the new stadium will be named "Bishkek Arena," instead of "Azattyk Arena," as originally planned. The decision to change the name was made by the president after considering public opinion and conducting discussions. Tumanbaev noted that the stadium was given a new name at the request of the majority of citizens.

01.12.2025, 20:39
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The head of the Shooting Sports Federation stated that the shooting complex "9x19" is at risk of closure.

Zhibek Moldoeva, head of the Shooting Sports Federation, announced on her social media about the risk of closing the shooting complex "9x19," which is the only one in Kyrgyzstan. Moldoeva reported that since the beginning of January 2025, she has repeatedly reached out to various institutions capable of helping to resolve the issues concerning this complex. However, as of today, the situation remains unchanged.

29.11.2025, 17:13
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A stadium will be built in Kyzyl-Kiya for 350 million soms

The Batken Regional Office of Capital Construction of the Department of Housing and Civil Construction has announced the start of a tender for the construction of the T. Kulatov Stadium in Kyzyl-Kiya. According to the information posted on the state procurement portal, an unrestricted procurement method is provided.

27.11.2025, 17:42
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Soil sampling conducted for the construction of a 10,000-seat stadium in Batken

At the construction site of the new stadium with a capacity of 10,000 seats, located in the Chety-Bulak area of Batken city, specialists from the Republican Certification Center conducted control work for soil sampling. According to the Ministry of Construction, Architecture, and Housing and Communal Services, the sampling was carried out in accordance with GOST 28514-90. These tests are aimed at assessing the quality of the foundation compaction, which is critically important for ensuring the

25.11.2025, 14:50
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In Naryn, a renovated physical culture and health sports center has been opened

On November 22, in Naryn, after the completion of reconstruction, the physical culture and health sports center named after I. Asanov reopened its doors. This information was provided by the press service of the Ministry of Construction. Attending the opening ceremony were Deputy Minister of Construction Talantbek Imanakun uulu, the Presidential Plenipotentiary Representative in the Naryn region Nurbek Sattarov, the mayor of the city of Jaynak Nemat uulu, city council deputies, as well as

24.11.2025, 10:51
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The sports complex in the village of Lakhol in the Naryn region will be completed by the end of the year.

In the Naryn region, in the village of Lahol, the construction of a new sports complex is actively ongoing, with a cost of 57 million soms. According to information from the Ministry of Construction, funding is provided from the republican budget. Currently, 88% of the construction work has been completed, and the project is expected to be finished by the end of this year.

20.11.2025, 21:24
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"This will be the club's downfall." Tashiev urged football clubs to stop trying to negotiate with referees.

The President of the Kyrgyz Football Union, Kamchybek Tashiev, expressed dissatisfaction with the attempts of football clubs to negotiate with referees, emphasizing that this could lead to serious consequences for the teams. On November 17, a meeting was held with representatives of the clubs participating in the Premier League of Kyrgyzstan. During the discussion, Tashiev highlighted the necessity of fair officiating in matches. He urged clubs to abandon any attempts to manipulate referees for

18.11.2025, 11:08
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In the village of Maltabar, the opening of a new mini-football field took place in the Jayil District.

In the Jaily District, in the village of Maltabar, the opening of a new mini-football field took place on November 13, 2025, built for the Abdirashit Berdibayev Secondary School. The event was initiated by the Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic and head of the State National Security Committee, Kamchybek Tashiev. According to information provided by the State National Security Committee, the event was attended by Imam Nazar Burkanov, head of the Jaily District

13.11.2025, 16:47
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The Kyrgyzstan National Team in Army Hand-to-Hand Combat Returned from Moscow with Medals

The national team of Kyrgyzstan, representing the country in army hand-to-hand combat, successfully completed its participation in the I International Tournament "Victory Cup," which took place in Moscow from November 6 to 10 and was dedicated to the 80th anniversary of the Great Victory. This was reported by the State Agency for Sports. At Manas Airport, the athletes were greeted by Emil Zayarko, the director of the Directorate for Non-Olympic Sports at the State Agency for Sports,

11.11.2025, 14:29
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Sadyr Japarov opened the "Zhashtyk" arena after a major renovation

On November 10, the President of the Kyrgyz Republic, Sadyr Japarov, participated in the grand opening of a sports arena that has been completely renovated. According to the press service of the Presidential Administration, during the event, Sadyr Japarov proposed a new symbolic name for the complex — "Zhashtyk," whereas it was previously named after Dolon Omurzakov.

10.11.2025, 22:02
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<b>In Bishkek, after reconstruction, the small arena of the Dolen Omurzakov Stadium has been opened, and it is now called "Zhashtyk"</b>

On November 10, a ceremonial opening of the small arena at the Dolon Omurzakov Stadium took place in Bishkek. The event was attended by the country's president, Sadyr Japarov. According to the mayor of the capital, Aibek Junushaliev, the updated facility covers an area of 15,000 square meters. Approximately 1.3 billion soms were allocated for the reconstruction of the arena.

10.11.2025, 15:35
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A press conference dedicated to the World Sambo Championship, which will take place in the capital, was held in Bishkek with the participation of Fedor Emelianenko.

On November 6, a press conference was held at one of the hotels in the capital of Kyrgyzstan, dedicated to the upcoming World Sambo Championship, which is scheduled for November 7-9. Notable figures such as the President of the International Sambo Federation (FIAS) Vasily Shestakov, legendary mixed martial arts fighter Fedor Emelianenko, and the head of the State Agency for Physical Culture and Sports of Kyrgyzstan, Kazibek Moldazhiyev, attended the event.

06.11.2025, 20:51
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Fighter Fedor Emelianenko Arrives in Bishkek

On November 6, the famous mixed martial artist Fedor Emelianenko arrived in Bishkek. Emelianenko is a four-time champion of Pride FC and a two-time champion of RINGS. He was accompanied by Vasily Shestakov, the president of the International Sambo Federation (FIAS), for the event.

06.11.2025, 17:31
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30.5 million soms will be allocated for the completion of the major renovation and reconstruction of the E. Osmonov Stadium in Toktogul

In Toktogul, located in the Toktogul district, the process of selecting a contractor for the completion of the major repairs and reconstruction of the E. Osmonov Stadium has begun. This is reported on the state procurement portal, which indicates that the procurement method is unrestricted. The total amount allocated for the work is 30 million 465 thousand 965 soms.

30.10.2025, 19:25
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The State Sports Agency proposed to include deaflympic sports in legislation and to count athletes' work experience.

The State Agency for Physical Culture and Sports under the Cabinet of Ministers has presented a draft law for public discussion regarding amendments to the law "On Physical Culture and Sports." In this draft, among other things, it is proposed to create conditions for people engaged in adaptive sports, including those with hearing impairments. The draft law also defines the rules for interaction between republican federations and the authorized state body in the field of physical

29.10.2025, 21:35
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In the city of Naryn, a freestyle wrestling hall "Munduz Ata" was opened with the participation of Tashiev.

In Naryn, a ceremony was held to open a wrestling hall named "Munduz Ata," which was built at the Specialized Children's and Youth Olympic Reserve School named after Suyunbek Bekmanbetov, located in the "Alma-Bak" park. Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers and Chairman of the State National Security Committee Kamchybek Tashiev participated in this event.

23.10.2025, 16:07
A new khan of the Kyrgyz has been elected in the Little Pamir
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A new khan of the Kyrgyz has been elected in the Little Pamir

The new head of the Pamir Kyrgyz is 44 years old, named Azhybutu Abdylgani uulu. In Afghanistan, the Kyrgyz have elected a new khan, reported Abdybait Zheenbek uulu, a Pamir Kyrgyz currently residing in Naryn. The previous head of the Kyrgyz on the Pamir, Eraly khan, died on July 13 after a long illness. It was then reported that his son Zheenbay was planned to be elected as khan.

28.07.2018, 17:40
III World Nomad Games
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III World Nomad Games

The opening of the III WNG will take place on September 2, and the closing on the 8th. It is expected that 3,000 athletes from 80 countries will participate. There will also be honored guests. The presidents of Mongolia, Khaltmaagiin Battulga, Turkey, Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, and Kazakhstan, Nursultan Nazarbayev, have verbally confirmed their attendance. “So far, we only have verbal confirmation; no official written confirmation has been received yet. There will be other honored guests as well;

15.07.2018, 21:38
Where will the "Immortal Regiment – Kyrgyzstan" take place?
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Where will the "Immortal Regiment – Kyrgyzstan" take place?

"Immortal Regiment – Kyrgyzstan" - full readiness for the march on May 9 The first march of the "Immortal Regiment" in Kyrgyzstan took place in Osh in 2013. Students from the Orthodox school "Svetoch" marched through the streets of the southern capital on May 9 with portraits of their veteran grandfathers. The memory march, which was attended only by children, became the central news of all local media. The following year, the authorities of Osh supported the

06.05.2018, 14:22
New Trolleybus Routes Opened in Bishkek
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New Trolleybus Routes Opened in Bishkek

Two new trolleybus routes No. 2 and No. 3 have been opened in the city of Bishkek. This was reported by the city administration. Route No. 2 operates 11 trolleybuses with the route: Alamedin Market – Meat Processing Plant. The route starts near Alamedin Market, runs along Jibek Jolu Avenue, and then ascends along Shopokova Street. However, the return journey will be via Abdrakhmanov (formerly Soviet). The city administration promises that the wait will not exceed 10 minutes. Route No. 3 will

12.04.2018, 19:47
Event for the Guinness World Records
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Event for the Guinness World Records

1.5-ton Beshbarmak and 117-meter Chuchuk for the Guinness World Records On March 11, nearly 1.5 tons of beshbarmak and a 117-meter chuchuk were prepared in Bishkek. This required the meat of nine horses. The organizers hope that this event will be included in the Guinness World Records. Forty chefs and thirty assistants were involved in the cooking. Beshbarmak was made from 650 kilograms of finely chopped meat and 700 kilograms of dough. The finished dish weighed 1,464 kilograms. Beshbarmak

13.03.2018, 00:58
Eight Hours That Saved a Life
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Eight Hours That Saved a Life

Talas doctors waited for a vascular surgeon from Bishkek and prevented a fatal outcome Doctor Marip Ibraimov from the Bakai-Ata territorial hospital (Talas region) saved a patient by compressing his bleeding superior vena cava for eight hours, reported Elzar Toktonazarov, a surgeon at the National Hospital, on his Facebook page.

24.02.2018, 17:30
In Kyrgyzstan, a "vertical" banknote has been issued.
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In Kyrgyzstan, a "vertical" banknote has been issued.

The National Bank of Kyrgyzstan has issued an unusual commemorative banknote with a denomination of 2,000 soms for the first time, the image of which is presented not in the usual horizontal format, but in a vertical one, reported the head of the bank, Kubanychbek Kulmatov. "The new 2,000 som banknote has a very original design and a high level of security that meets modern standards," said Kulmatov.

18.11.2017, 21:06
Satirist Writer Mikhail Zadornov Has Died
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Satirist Writer Mikhail Zadornov Has Died

It was announced today that satirist Mikhail Zadornov has passed away at the age of 69 from cancer. In October 2016, the writer reported that he had been diagnosed with brain cancer and would undergo a course of chemotherapy. The artist had to cancel part of his concerts and withdraw from several projects during his treatment. The satirist underwent chemotherapy at one of the clinics in the Baltics.

10.11.2017, 17:24
Winners of the Wedding Awards - 2015 will be awarded on March 29.
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Winners of the Wedding Awards - 2015 will be awarded on March 29.

On March 29, 2016, a ceremony will be held at the "Altyn Kazyna" restaurant in Bishkek to award participants of the First Annual Wedding Awards – Wedding Awards 2015. This event will summarize the results and award the winners - representatives of the wedding industry in Bishkek, as well as newlyweds and brides. The project organizers – the company "Event Deluxe" with the support of the International Wedding Federation – declare the scale and exclusivity of the event.

25.03.2016, 10:31
Kyrgyzstan said goodbye to Maslenitsa
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Kyrgyzstan said goodbye to Maslenitsa

Last Saturday and Sunday, Kyrgyzstanis celebrated the farewell to Maslenitsa. Despite the fact that the holiday is originally Slavic and now serves as a preparatory week for the Orthodox Great Lent, the festivities organized by compatriots across the country were traditionally attended by representatives of all nationalities living in the republic. The main public festivities "Shrovetide" took place in the center of Bishkek on the site between the Historical Museum and the building

18.03.2016, 10:03
The semifinals of the Most Fashionable Awards took place in Kyrgyzstan.
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The semifinals of the Most Fashionable Awards took place in Kyrgyzstan.

The semi-final of the first annual Most Fashionable Awards took place in Bishkek. Over 50 companies and 200 individuals made it to the "Short-list". Like the opening of the awards, the event was held at the "Saltanat Palace" restaurant. Guests were welcomed with a red carpet, photographers, and a luxurious ethnic-style buffet provided by chefs and pastry chefs from leading capital restaurants and entertainment complexes. After having a bite to eat and chatting with

03.03.2016, 11:12
"The Hunger Games" for Survival Will Be Held in Kyrgyzstan
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"The Hunger Games" for Survival Will Be Held in Kyrgyzstan

Thirty participants. A few hours. No weapons, except for ingenuity and agility. No rules. The strongest and the cleverest wins. This is not an announcement for another blockbuster or adventure film. According to these rules, in mid-April, the first joint project of the creative development association "BOOM-Studio" and the paintball club "Scorpion" - the extreme project "Hunger Games" - will take place at the "Raketa" training ground near Bishkek. It

10.02.2016, 17:00
The most active urban game in the republic has turned 10 years old.
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The most active urban game in the republic has turned 10 years old.

January 2016 was marked for the residents of Bishkek not only by abnormal warmth, long holidays, and relaxation after the festivities, but also by trips to ski resorts and outings to the cinema. The most popular active entertainment in the capital, the encounter, celebrated its anniversary. “Encounter” is an international network of active urban games that originated in the early 2000s in Belarus. In English, its name means “chance meeting,” “first experience,” “unexpected collision,” or

03.02.2016, 10:41
Now every city resident over 18 can find company for leisure activities.
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Now every city resident over 18 can find company for leisure activities.

Residents of Bishkek who frequently use the social network "VKontakte" now have the opportunity to diversify their leisure activities. An open group called "Bishkek Meetups" has been established for finding new friends with similar interests and for those who are already 18 years old. The project was initiated by a Bishkek resident under the nickname Dmitry Cavalli. Offline, the guy studies and is passionate about motorsport, while online, he ensures that young people have

28.01.2016, 11:54