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In Chuy Region, a "Mercedes-Benz" driver drove for a year with someone else's license plates and received a fine of 45,500 soms

In the Chui region, a case was recorded where a driver was operating a vehicle with a registration number belonging to another vehicle. This was reported by representatives of the press service of the Traffic Safety Department of the Main Internal Affairs Directorate of the Chui region, informing the correspondent of Turmush. According to the information, on January 9, 2026, at 1:00 PM, at the 61st kilometer of the Bishkek – Osh highway, employees of the Traffic Safety Department of the Jayil

10.01.2026, 09:39
Zhapаров noted Mirziyoyev's contribution to the resolution of border issues with Tajikistan
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Zhapаров noted Mirziyoyev's contribution to the resolution of border issues with Tajikistan

In this film, the President of Kyrgyzstan highlighted the significance of Shavkat Mirziyoyev's participation in resolving long-standing territorial disputes between Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan. According to Japarov, the Uzbek president actively contributed to reaching a compromise, insisting on the necessity to "not miss the moment and move towards mutual agreement" to ensure long-term stability in the region, according to reports from Uzbek media.

10.01.2026, 08:12
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Our People Abroad: A Native of Naryn Went to South America and Conquered One of the Seven "Peaks of the World"

Aisada Uchugenova, originally from the village of Choloq-Kayin located in the Ak-Talinsky district of the Naryn region, now lives in Germany and recently reached the summit of Aconcagua in South America. At a height of 6962 meters, Aconcagua is the highest mountain not only in Argentina and South America but also in the western and southern hemispheres, as well as on the entire planet outside of Asia.

09.01.2026, 22:07
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Unusual Names: A. Osmonalieva was named after a queen from a fairy tale

The new heroine of the "Unusual Names" column is Altynchach Osmonalieva, who lives in the village of Togolok Moldo, located in the Ak-Talinsky district of the Naryn region. Since 2015, she has been working at her alma mater, starting as a librarian and later becoming a teacher. Altynchach was born on February 11, 1975, and spent her childhood in Togolok Moldo. She received her education at the school named after Zhorobek Satylganov, where she studied from 1981 to 1992, and then at the

09.01.2026, 22:05
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The USA has seized another oil tanker. Video

In the Caribbean Sea, near Trinidad, the U.S. seized the tanker Olina. This is the fifth operation to intercept vessels in recent weeks, as Washington seeks to control the export of Venezuelan oil, according to two U.S. officials from Reuters. According to an industry source directly related to the situation, the tanker Olina, which is officially registered under the flag of East Timor, recently left Venezuela and was heading back to the region.

09.01.2026, 21:52
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Life in the Regions: The Daughter of a Famous Teacher from Naryn, After Graduating from the Capital Institute, Followed in Her Father's Footsteps and Returned to Her Native Village

A resident of the village of Kara-Burgon in the Ak-Talinsky district of the Naryn region, Nazgul Kulmurzaeva has been working as a teacher for 35 years. Nazgul Kulmurzaeva is a mathematics and computer science teacher who has been working at her alma mater for 35 years. She takes pride in being the daughter of the well-known teacher and principal Bektur Kulmurzaev, who contributed to the development of the school.

09.01.2026, 21:31
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Smog or Fog? What the Sky Over Bishkek Looks Like

At night and early in the morning on January 9, Bishkek was enveloped in thick fog. By 11 o'clock, the capital looked like this: Social media users are wondering what this is: smog or fog. "It's been like this for the third day. Yesterday we were in the mountains — the air there was clean. Upon returning to the city, we faced breathing problems again," they share their impressions.

09.01.2026, 21:04
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Call Center: Why is the live hedge being removed on Ch. Aitmatov Avenue?

According to information received by the Call Center Kaktus.media, on January 9, employees of the municipal enterprise "Bishkekzelenhoz" began uprooting the live hedge along the avenue. These actions were observed in the area of the former Shampanvinkombinat and the Bishkek Humanities University, where the shrubs are already gone. Local residents are expressing concern about the possible road expansion and whether new plants will be planted in this area.

09.01.2026, 18:48
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Life in the Regions: A 74-Year-Old Teacher from Talas Ran a Marathon, and Once Taught Troublemaker Teenagers Five Years Younger Than Her

Meizbubu Myrsalieva, a 74-year-old resident of the Talas region, demonstrated remarkable endurance by running 3 kilometers in a recent marathon. In an interview with a Turmush correspondent, she shared about her life and mentioned that she was born in the village of Boo-Terek in the Bakai-Ata district, where her father worked as a school principal. There were seven children in the family, and six girls also became teachers.

09.01.2026, 18:30
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Data on negative credit information for loans up to 10,000 soms may be excluded from the credit history if more than 1 year has passed.

- According to new amendments developed by the Ministry of Economy, the retention period for negative credit information on loans up to 10,000 soms may be reduced to one year. This bill was presented by the Cabinet of Ministers for discussion in the Jogorku Kenesh at the end of 2025. In the current version of the law, the retention period for such information is five years, regardless of the loan amount.

09.01.2026, 17:48
In an American city, traffic lights have started to discuss politics. Machine uprising?
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In an American city, traffic lights have started to discuss politics. Machine uprising?

In April, residents of Palo Alto and its surroundings were surprised when voices resembling Elon Musk and Mark Zuckerberg began to sound at familiar pedestrian crossings. These "talking" traffic lights on the historic route El Camino Real unexpectedly started telling strange jokes, sometimes touching on topics related to Donald Trump and persistent artificial intelligence. It seemed like a joke, but the reason turned out to be more serious. One of the hacked buttons, mimicking

09.01.2026, 17:09
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The court arrested the former head of the "Cadastre" structure in a corruption case involving 4.5 hectares of land on the shores of Issyk-Kul.

The judicial authorities have decided to place the former head of the territorial department of the state institution "Cadastre" in custody due to suspicions of corrupt activities. In early September 2025, the press service of the State Committee for National Security (SCNS) reported the detention of T.A.K., who held the position of head of the department of the State Institution "Cadastre." This detention was the result of a criminal case opened in connection with the

09.01.2026, 17:01
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Almaty - Issyk-Kul Road. What is the current stage of the project?

A working group has been established in Kazakhstan to analyze the project for the construction of the Almaty — Issyk-Kul highway, as reported by Tengrinews.kz. Members of the group include representatives from various agencies, including the Ministry of National Economy, the Ministry of Ecology, the National Chamber of Entrepreneurs "Atameken," the Border Service of the National Security Committee, and the Ministry of Transport.

09.01.2026, 16:35
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Since the early 1990s, 40 out of 71 kindergartens in the city of Osh have come under private ownership.

Since Kyrgyzstan became an independent state, 40 kindergartens in Osh have been transferred to private ownership. This was reported by Tynchtykbek Bektaştegin, the head of the city education department. As of 1991, there were 71 state kindergartens operating in Osh. However, from 1991 to 2004, 40 of them were privatized. "In 1991, there were 71 kindergartens in Osh. By 2004, 40 of them had become private. The return of these institutions to municipal ownership only began in 2011-2012.

09.01.2026, 16:16
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Veteran of the Police Kudayberdi Choroev Turns 98 Years Old

Yesterday, January 8, Kudaiberdi Choroев celebrated his 98th birthday. He is a veteran of the Internal Affairs Department of the Talas region, residing in the Talas district. According to the press service of the Talas region's Internal Affairs Department, the head of the department, Baktybek Narchaev, the chairman of the veterans' council, Asymkan Ashyraliev, and young employees personally visited the veteran to congratulate him on his anniversary.

09.01.2026, 16:11
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Early in the morning, a traffic accident occurred in Talas due to poor visibility on the road.

Today, January 9, an accident occurred in Talas due to poor visibility caused by thick fog, as reported by witnesses of the incident. The incident happened around 5:00 AM on the Talas—Taraz—Suusamyr highway, where a "Toyota Surf" was parked on the roadside. The driver of a "Subaru Forester," traveling behind it, did not notice the stationary vehicle and crashed into it. According to preliminary information, the cause of the collision was the fog, which hindered visibility.

09.01.2026, 16:10
Ministry of Health of the Kyrgyz Republic: The epidemiological situation regarding ARVI and influenza remains stable
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Ministry of Health of the Kyrgyz Republic: The epidemiological situation regarding ARVI and influenza remains stable

At the meeting, the results of monitoring the epidemiological situation and the assessment of the burden on medical institutions were announced. According to information provided by the heads of children's hospitals and health coordinators, requests for medical assistance are at the level of long-term averages, although there has been an increase in the number of direct admissions to hospitals, bypassing the primary care level. On weekends and holidays, all Family Medicine Centers in the

09.01.2026, 16:05
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A Villager Found on the Road at Issyk-Kul - Struck Dead by a Car

In the Issyk-Kul region, in the village of Semyonovka, a tragedy occurred on the road — a pedestrian was hit by a car. According to witnesses, the incident happened on January 8, 2026, at approximately 20:10. The driver, a man named K.A.A., was driving a Chevrolet Equinox when suddenly a local resident, N.S., stepped onto the roadway.

09.01.2026, 15:57
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Declaration-2024. The First Deputy Head of the Cabinet Amangeldiev has horses, cows, and sheep worth 5 million soms.

The State Tax Service has published consolidated data on the declarations of state and municipal officials for the year 2024. According to the provided information, the income of the First Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers, Daniyar Amangeldiev, in 2024 amounted to 2 million 544 thousand 927 soms and 75 tyiyns. However, expenses were not specified.

09.01.2026, 15:57
Trump announced ground attacks on drug cartels. And mentioned Mexico.
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Trump announced ground attacks on drug cartels. And mentioned Mexico.

Trump also mentioned that in August he instructed the Pentagon to develop plans for possible operations against drug cartels that are recognized as terrorist organizations. The President of Mexico, Claudia Sheinbaum, has repeatedly emphasized that she will not allow the U.S. to conduct military operations on her country's territory. Nevertheless, Trump does not rule out the possibility of continuing his hardline stance towards other countries, such as Greenland and Canada.

09.01.2026, 15:52
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Kazakhstan May Impose a 3-Month Ban on Carrot Exports, Country Ranks Third in Supplies to Kyrgyzstan

Kazakhstan is considering the possibility of introducing a three-month ban on the export of fresh carrots, as became known after the publication of the draft order on December 24. This step is driven by the need to ensure food security in the country. As for the Kyrgyz market, Uzbekistan has traditionally been the main source of imported carrots. According to the National Statistical Committee, in the first ten months of 2025, Uzbekistan ranked first among suppliers, while China and Kazakhstan

09.01.2026, 15:30
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Furniture production in Kyrgyzstan increased by 15.4% in the results of the 11 months of 2025.

- From January to November 2025, furniture production in Kyrgyzstan amounted to 1 billion 533 million 537.6 thousand soms. This figure is nearly equal to the corresponding value for the same period in 2024, which was 1 billion 539 million 279.8 thousand soms, according to statistical data. The physical volume index for the period in question reached 115.4%, indicating a real production growth of 15.4% compared to January-November 2024, when this index was at 92.7%.

09.01.2026, 15:23
Former Vice Speaker of the Jogorku Kenesh Earned Nearly 12.5 Million Som in 2024
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Former Vice Speaker of the Jogorku Kenesh Earned Nearly 12.5 Million Som in 2024

Nurbek Sydygaliev, who held the position of Deputy Speaker of the Jogorku Kenesh of the VII convocation, earned 12 million 482 thousand 657 soms in 2024, according to his declaration. At the same time, his expenses amounted to 9 million 194 thousand 982 soms. Moreover, the former Deputy Speaker owns passenger cars, vans, and pickups, with a total value of 9 million 194 thousand 982 soms.

09.01.2026, 15:21
Dmitry Bivol will fight against Michael Aifer this spring
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Dmitry Bivol will fight against Michael Aifer this spring

The next fight for Bivol will be his first since February, when he won against Artur Beterbiev and claimed the title of undisputed world champion in the heavyweight division. It is worth noting that in August, the boxer underwent back surgery, making this return particularly significant. The 35-year-old Bivol has a record of 24 wins and one loss in professional boxing, while the 28-year-old Aifert has 13 wins and one loss. The bout with Aifert will be an important stage in Bivol's career,

09.01.2026, 15:16
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Capacity of 200 people, parking for 25 cars — Osh City Hall issued a warning to the "Atabek" cafe

In Osh, the café "Atabek" has once again received a notice of violation, according to information from the city hall. According to municipal representatives, all public catering establishments, such as cafés and restaurants, are required to provide their customers with a sufficient number of parking spaces. This requirement arises from the fact that, despite the updating and expansion of the road infrastructure, many motorists continue to leave their cars along the roadway, leading to

09.01.2026, 14:31
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Where will the largest cattle market in northern Kyrgyzstan be located — in the villages of Vinogradnoe or Chym-Korgon?

With the closure of the largest livestock market in Tokmok, located in the Chuy region, residents of the villages of Vinogradnoye and Chym-Korgon have begun active efforts to create a new market in their area. According to the latest data, the construction of a new livestock market has begun in the village of Chym-Korgon in the Kemin district on a plot of land measuring 11 hectares.

09.01.2026, 14:14
The USA may impose tariffs of 500% on countries trading with Russia
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The USA may impose tariffs of 500% on countries trading with Russia

President Donald Trump supports the bill According to information obtained from Fox News, the USA plans to impose 500% tariffs on countries that trade with Russia in the areas of oil, petroleum products, and uranium. This bill has already been prepared and will be presented for discussion in Congress.

09.01.2026, 14:05
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In the Moscow District, the number of sick children is growing daily — what do doctors say?

In the Chuy region, in the Moscow district, there is a constant increase in the number of children under 14 years old who are ill, as reported by the district Center for General Medical Practice. According to the agency's information, from January 1 to January 9, 2026, 325 children were hospitalized. Winter weather conditions contribute to the rise in illnesses among children.

09.01.2026, 13:57
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In the city of Osh, the property was returned to the state after 30 years — now there will be a kindergarten for 280 children.

In Osh, on Kokum-Biy Street, a building accommodating 280 children has been returned to municipal ownership and is currently undergoing major renovations. According to data from the city hall, kindergarten No. 18, which was located on this site, closed its doors 32 years ago. An inspection revealed that in 1998, the building was transferred to private hands in violation of the law.

09.01.2026, 13:47
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In Suzak, locals saved a roe deer from stray dogs

In Suzak, local residents became heroes by saving a roe deer from an attack by stray dogs. This information was provided by Durusbek Zalimbekov, head of the regional department of the Ministry of Natural Resources, Ecology, and Technical Supervision in the Jalal-Abad region. On January 3, in the rural district of Kök-Art, a roe deer descended into the village, where it was pursued by dogs. Local residents noticed this and promptly intervened to save the animal.

09.01.2026, 13:40
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Lahore Steel Mills Factory Stopped Due to Violations. Sokuluk District Police Department Involved in the Inspection

In Shopokov, the activities of the metal processing plant "Lahore Steel Mills" have been temporarily suspended due to violations of legislation. According to information provided by the authorized representative of the president in the Chui region, an additional inspection of the enterprise was conducted to monitor compliance with legal norms. The inspection was initiated by the representative office.

09.01.2026, 13:28
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Capricorns stroll along the road to Zardaly worth 888.9 million soms

In the Batken region, on the newly opened highway Sary-Talaa — Zardaly, local residents managed to capture ibex on video. This event has sparked interest and discussion among local ecologists, who note that even with the construction of the road, wild animals continue to inhabit this region, indicating the preservation of the natural environment. According to data collected at the end of 2025, the population of ibex in the Batken region is 144 individuals. Adult ibex typically move alone or in

09.01.2026, 13:11