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The Bishkek-Osh Road is Open for Traffic

A snow avalanche that occurred on the Bishkek-Osh highway has been completely cleared by 11:30, and traffic is open for vehicles in both directions. According to the Ministry of Transport and Communications, there is currently a restriction for cargo vehicles in place at the "Aral" checkpoint.

11.03.2026, 11:58
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Work is underway to identify cases of illegally seized property from entrepreneurs, - the president

- During the meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh on March 11, 2026, Deputy Elvira Surabaldiyeva raised the issue of privatization, calling on the GKNB to provide a list of objects that have been transferred into private hands. She emphasized the importance of determining how many of these objects were actually privatized and how many were voluntarily transferred to state ownership.

11.03.2026, 11:57
Kyrgyzstan has already begun to independently provide itself with a number of basic food products.
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Kyrgyzstan has already begun to independently provide itself with a number of basic food products.

During the meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, the president of the country stated that Kyrgyzstan is already capable of providing itself with six main types of products. Among them are: milk, potatoes, vegetables, sugar, meat, and eggs. However, as the head of state noted, some goods still come from abroad. This concerns flour, fruits, and vegetable oil. The authorities plan to develop domestic production of these products to reduce dependence on imports.

11.03.2026, 11:56
Zhapаров spoke about the resolution that lay in the government for three years.
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Zhapаров spoke about the resolution that lay in the government for three years.

The President of Kyrgyzstan, Sadyr Japarov, noted at a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh that the implementation of electronic document management in government agencies has significantly simplified and accelerated the decision-making process. He emphasized that documents can now be approved in just one day. According to him, previously, the approval process between ministries took months. Now, a document sent to the system in the morning can receive responses from all departments by the

11.03.2026, 11:52
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The King of the Night Hunt was met in the mountains of Kyrgyzstan

In the mountains of Kyrgyzstan, a Eurasian eagle-owl, known as the king of owls and night hunting, was spotted. Witnesses traveling along a nighttime road encountered the impressive owl. Upon closer inspection, they realized it was an eagle-owl. "At first, we noticed two large yellow eyes in the dark. Then, as we approached, we saw it sitting on a post," the witnesses reported.

11.03.2026, 11:46
The president believes that a corrupt official is more dangerous than a murderer.
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The president believes that a corrupt official is more dangerous than a murderer.

At a meeting in the Jogorku Kenesh, President Sadyr Japarov expressed his view that corrupt individuals pose a greater threat than murderers. He noted: “A murderer takes the life of one person, while a corruptor can destroy an entire state. I urge you to actively participate in the fight against corruption. If you see that representatives of the authorities are engaged in theft or corrupt actions, do not hesitate to speak about it from the podium. This will be your support for me. Do not fear

11.03.2026, 11:42
Sadyr Japarov: In the future, the state may start providing benefits to all children under 16 years old
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Sadyr Japarov: In the future, the state may start providing benefits to all children under 16 years old

President of Kyrgyzstan Sadyr Japarov, in his speech at the Jogorku Kenesh, noted that in the future there are plans to provide benefits to all children under 16 years old. However, to implement this idea, it will be necessary to increase the country's budgetary resources. He also added that a decree has currently been adopted, which provides for benefits to all children up to three years old, regardless of their families' financial situation. “At the moment, our budget does not

11.03.2026, 11:22
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In the USA, a plane was landed and a passenger was detained due to the sound of the adhan on the phone

The material was prepared by the K-News editorial team. All rights to copy or partially use the text are regulated by an agreement with the editorial team. A passenger flight operated by Southwest Airlines, traveling from Tennessee to Florida, was forced to make an emergency landing in Atlanta. Special forces boarded the plane and detained one of the passengers on suspicion of terrorism, reports TRT.

11.03.2026, 11:14
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It is necessary to increase the area of wheat sown, - deputy

Deputy Bolot Saginayev spoke at a plenary session of the Jogorku Kenesh on March 11, 2026, with an important statement about the need to increase the sown areas for wheat. He noted that Ukraine currently ranks fourth in the world in terms of wheat export volume. “Given the current situation, a shortage of this crop is possible, and we should strive for self-sufficiency,” emphasized Saginayev. The deputy urged the Ministry of Agriculture to consider the possibility of distributing wheat seeds to

11.03.2026, 11:14
Former Tokmak Mayor Maxat Nusuvaliyev has been placed under house arrest.
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Former Tokmak Mayor Maxat Nusuvaliyev has been placed under house arrest.

The Bishkek City Court overturned the previous decision in the Nusuvaliev case The decision of the Oktyabrsky District Court regarding the punishment of former Tokmak mayor Maxat Nusuvaliev has been overturned by the Bishkek City Court. The case will be reviewed in the district court. Nusuvaliev and other participants in the case were released from custody, and the court assigned them house arrest as a preventive measure. For reference, Nusuvaliev was previously found guilty of corruption and

11.03.2026, 11:06
Next week, Kyrgyzstanis will have three consecutive days off
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Next week, Kyrgyzstanis will have three consecutive days off

Next week, Kyrgyzstanis will enjoy long weekends lasting three days. According to the Spiritual Administration of Muslims of Kyrgyzstan, the holy holiday of Orozo Ait will be celebrated on Friday, March 20. Additionally, on Saturday, March 21, Nowruz will be celebrated, providing an opportunity for a three-day break:

11.03.2026, 11:01
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Mayor of Bishkek on the scandal surrounding former deputy Kongantieva: Some city council members use municipal property for personal interests

Author of the article: K-News. Copying or partial use is only possible with the permission of the K-News editorial office. The Mayor of Bishkek, Aibek Junushaliev, revealed in an interview with Azattyk that some members of the city council are using municipal property for their own interests. This statement was a response to information that former member of the Jogorku Kenesh, Kuanychbek Kongantiev, allegedly owns over 100 real estate properties in the capital.

11.03.2026, 11:00
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In Karakol, 14.27 million soms of debt on a state loan has been recovered

The material was prepared by K-News. Permission from the editorial office of K-News is required for copying or partial use. The Karakol City Department of the Bailiff Service under the General Prosecutor's Office of Kyrgyzstan was handling the case of debt recovery for a state loan from the debtor O.M.Z., who is the founder of LLC "Lena Fashion".

11.03.2026, 10:57
At the "Sosnovka" Post, a Heating Point and Hot Meals for Drivers Have Been Organized
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At the "Sosnovka" Post, a Heating Point and Hot Meals for Drivers Have Been Organized

At the 81st kilometer of the Bishkek – Osh highway, the 'Sosnovka' post is temporarily closed to the passage of trucks. This information was provided by the press service of the Ministry of Emergency Situations of Kyrgyzstan. Currently, about 120 vehicles have accumulated in front of the post. A heating point has been organized for drivers, and hot meals are provided for 250 people.

11.03.2026, 10:56
Zhapаров urged the deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh not to allow division in the parliament
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Zhapаров urged the deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh not to allow division in the parliament

In his speech at the Jogorku Kenesh, President Sadyr Japarov expressed concern about recent attempts to create divisions among the deputies. He noted that such a situation could negatively affect the well-being of the people. "When deputies elected by the people start to divide into groups, it creates problems for ordinary citizens. I urge you not to allow such behavior, as it threatens our state. From the very beginning of my activities, I have been striving to eradicate any signs of

11.03.2026, 10:54
New Cabinet Members Took Oath in the Jogorku Kenesh
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New Cabinet Members Took Oath in the Jogorku Kenesh

At the meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, a ceremony was held for the new members of the cabinet of ministers to take their oath. The following ministers participated in the solemn event: Erlist Abakirov, who took the position of Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers and Minister of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry;

11.03.2026, 10:54
Fishing enthusiasts are invited to the Mayor's Cup for feeder fishing
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Fishing enthusiasts are invited to the Mayor's Cup for feeder fishing

In the village of Konstantinovka, from April 11 to 12, 2026, a fishing sport competition will take place — the Mayor's Cup of Bishkek, in the discipline of "bottom fishing" (feeder). According to information from the Bishkek City Hall, young men and women born between 2009 and 2016, as well as adult anglers of both genders living in Bishkek and its surroundings, are invited to participate. The tournament will be divided into two days: on the first day, participants under 18 will

11.03.2026, 10:54
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Sadyr Japarov urged deputies not to allow the division of the parliament

At the meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh held on March 11, President Sadyr Japarov expressed gratitude to the deputies for their support of candidates for vacant ministerial positions. He noted: "Some deputies tried to divide the parliament into opposing sides, but we were able to stop this. If the deputies elected by the people behave this way, where will the ordinary people go?" The head of state urged the deputies to avoid such negative manifestations in the future.

11.03.2026, 10:49
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In Kyrgyzstan, the rise in meat prices is linked to a non-functioning supply chain, - expert

- The current situation with meat prices is related to the inefficiency of the supply system in Kyrgyzstan, which hinders the normal process from production to sale. This was stated on the radio by Bakyt Mamytkanov, president of the "Kyrgyz Meat" association and an expert in livestock. In his opinion, despite the funds allocated by the Ministry of Agriculture and the government, the meat supply system remains ineffective, leading to an increase in the number of intermediaries and,

11.03.2026, 10:48
The President of Kyrgyzstan called for the acceleration of the parliament's transition to a digital work format.
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The President of Kyrgyzstan called for the acceleration of the parliament's transition to a digital work format.

The President of Kyrgyzstan, Sadyr Japarov, has proposed to accelerate the transition of the Jogorku Kenesh to a digital work format. During a parliamentary session, he emphasized that the costs of paper products remain significant, and in recent years, many tons of paper have been used. According to him, between 9 to 18 tons of A4 paper are spent annually, totaling about 65 tons over five years. Japarov noted that this paper is imported from abroad, making it important to reduce dependence on

11.03.2026, 10:46
In Bishkek, during the raid "Illegal", 64 foreign citizens were taken to the police.
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In Bishkek, during the raid "Illegal", 64 foreign citizens were taken to the police.

During the operation "Illegal," conducted by the employees of the Main Internal Affairs Department of Bishkek, a group of foreign citizens working in violation of migration legislation was identified. According to the press service of the Main Internal Affairs Department, sewing workshops and other production facilities were checked, where, apparently, foreigners were employed.

11.03.2026, 10:45
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The former mayor of Tokmok, Maksat Nusuvaliyev, sentenced to prison, has been placed under house arrest.

On March 10, the panel of judges of the Bishkek City Court decided to overturn the verdict issued by the October District Court on November 6, 2025, in the case of Maksat Nusuvaliyev, the former mayor of Tokmok, as well as other defendants. The case was returned to the court of first instance for a new hearing. According to information provided by the Bishkek City Court, the measure of restraint for Nusuvaliyev and the other defendants was changed from detention to house arrest at their place

11.03.2026, 10:43
The Housing and Communal Services approved the candidacy of Kanatbek Chynybaev for the position of Minister of Emergency Situations.
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The Housing and Communal Services approved the candidacy of Kanatbek Chynybaev for the position of Minister of Emergency Situations.

The deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh at a recent meeting decided to support the candidacy of Kanatbek Chynybaev for the position of Minister of Emergency Situations. Information about the candidate's activities was presented by Bektur Zulpiyev, who is the permanent representative of the president and the cabinet of ministers in parliament.

11.03.2026, 10:42
Kyrgyzstanis thank the president for the monthly allowance for children under three years old – deputy
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Kyrgyzstanis thank the president for the monthly allowance for children under three years old – deputy

During the meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, Deputy Ulan Primov noted that the residents of the country express their gratitude to President Sadyr Japarov for the introduction of a monthly allowance for children under the age of three. He emphasized that this is significant support for families with multiple children and those in difficult financial situations.

11.03.2026, 10:42
The delegation of Kyrgyzstan discusses the status of women at the 70th session of the UN in New York
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The delegation of Kyrgyzstan discusses the status of women at the 70th session of the UN in New York

From March 9 to 19, the delegation of Kyrgyzstan, led by Deputy Prime Minister Edil Baizakov, is participating in the 70th session of the UN Commission on the Status of Women in New York. This was reported by the country's government. As part of this international forum dedicated to issues of gender equality and access to justice for women and girls, Nurgul Bakirova, Deputy Chair of the Supreme Court of Kyrgyzstan, is also participating.

11.03.2026, 10:42
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Eight Cabinet Members Took the Oath

On March 11, a ceremony for the oath-taking of new members of the cabinet of ministers was held during a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, attended by President Sadyr Japarov. The following ministers took the oath:

11.03.2026, 10:30
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The Housing Committee approved the appointment of a new head of the Ministry of Emergency Situations.

On March 11, the deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh approved the candidacy of Kanatbek Chynybaev for the position of Minister of Emergency Situations. As reported by Bektur Zulpiyev, representing the president and the cabinet of ministers, the new minister was born on November 4, 1983, in Kara-Balta, Chui region. He graduated from the Kyrgyz State Technical University named after I. Razakov in 2006, and in 2018 he completed his studies at the Academy of Civil Defense in Russia. From 2006 to 2008,

11.03.2026, 10:27
Teenagers Detained in Bishkek for Bicycle Theft
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Teenagers Detained in Bishkek for Bicycle Theft

In the capital of Kyrgyzstan, Bishkek, law enforcement officers detained two teenagers suspected of bicycle thefts. This was reported by the press service of the city’s Main Internal Affairs Directorate. A resident of the capital filed a complaint with the police, stating that on March 5 at 19:00, near one of the houses in the 7th microdistrict, his Giant bicycle was stolen by unknown individuals. The estimated value of the stolen item is about 40,000 soms.

11.03.2026, 10:26