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There are about 7,000 citizens of the Kyrgyz Republic in Saudi Arabia
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There are about 7,000 citizens of the Kyrgyz Republic in Saudi Arabia

Currently, there are about 7,000 citizens of the Kyrgyz Republic registered in Saudi Arabia. Of these, approximately 1,000 people are there on a permanent basis, while the rest are pilgrims. This information was announced by Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Almaz Imangaziev during a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh.

04.03.2026, 14:45
Bishkek will be decorated with about two million flowers in 2026
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Bishkek will be decorated with about two million flowers in 2026

In 2026, Bishkek is expecting a large greening program, within which it is planned to plant about 2 million annual flowers. They will be placed in flowerbeds, parks, and squares, as well as along the central streets of the city. According to the city administration, the volume of greening work in the capital will significantly increase in 2026. The municipal enterprise "Bishkekzelenstroy" has already developed a large-scale plan for floral decoration of the city.

04.03.2026, 14:40
The speaker provided more accurate data on the salaries of deputies in the Parliament.
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The speaker provided more accurate data on the salaries of deputies in the Parliament.

Marlen Mamataliyev, the speaker of the Jogorku Kenesh, stated that the previously published information about the income of deputies was presented in a distorted manner. He clarified that according to official data, the salary of a deputy is 58,432 soms. In addition, there is a fund of 80,000 soms allocated to cover expenses for fuel, car repairs, driver salaries, organizing meetings with citizens, and trips to the regions.

04.03.2026, 14:38
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In the city of Osh, saplings of red-leaved maple worth 250 dollars have dried up — the reasons were presented to the deputies.

During the XIX session of the city council in Osh, the deputies expressed dissatisfaction with the state of greening in the city. The main topic of discussion was the inefficiency of tree planting on key streets, despite significant budget investments. Deputy Gulnaz Isaeva, representing the "Yntymak" faction, criticized the work of the landscaping and greening enterprise. She cited the example of B. Osmonov Street, where the planted trees, which were expensive, have almost all dried

04.03.2026, 14:33
The head of the cabinet pointed to the improvement of legislation and transparency in the construction sector
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The head of the cabinet pointed to the improvement of legislation and transparency in the construction sector

Adylbek Kasymaliev, who is the Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers and Head of the Administration of the President of the Kyrgyz Republic, participated in the meeting of the Ministry of Construction, Architecture, and Housing and Communal Services. This was reported by the press service of the Cabinet. Before the meeting began, Kasymaliev familiarized himself with the construction process of the new building of the Republican Center for Certification in Construction, located in the capital.

04.03.2026, 14:28
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In the Kadamjay District, a suspect has been detained for extortion for the return of a part from hunting weapons.

In the Kadamjay district, police officers uncovered a case of extortion related to the illegal acquisition of parts of a firearm. This was reported by the press service of the Interior Ministry of the Batken region. According to information provided by the regional police, a 50-year-old citizen, A. Masaliev, residing in the village of Tash-Korgon, approached the Kadamjay district internal affairs department. In his statement, he reported that on February 28, 2026, at approximately 10:00 AM, he

04.03.2026, 14:24
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Talantbek Jamgyrchiev appointed director of the Department of Housing and Urban Improvement of the city of Manas

Talantbek Anarbekovich Jamgyrchiev has been appointed the new director of the Department of Housing and Urban Development of the city of Manas. The corresponding order was signed by Mayor Abdupata Matkalikov. Talantbek Jamgyrchiev was born on April 2, 1982, in the village of Kyzyl-Unkur, Bazar-Korgon district, Jalal-Abad region. He is married and holds a degree in "Jurisprudence" from the International University of Kyrgyzstan.

04.03.2026, 14:14
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Who the New Constitution of Kazakhstan Was Written For. Opinion of Akezhan Kazhegeldin

The article is prepared by K-News. Copying or partial use is only possible with the permission of the K-News editorial office. Kazhegeldin emphasized in an interview with Bild that in the new Constitution, the human rights mentioned in the preamble are effectively replaced by mechanisms that concentrate power in the hands of one person. "The people understand that human rights are ignored in the articles and chapters of this Constitution," he noted. The politician pointed out that

04.03.2026, 14:11
The treadmill at the Dolon Omurzakov Stadium will soon be available for residents – GAFKIS
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The treadmill at the Dolon Omurzakov Stadium will soon be available for residents – GAFKIS

According to information from the State Agency for Physical Culture and Sports, the running track at the Dolon Omurzakov Stadium in Bishkek will soon be available to local residents. The agency clarified that the temporary restriction on access to the tracks is due to the need to comply with technological standards during the installation of the surface. The first phase of work has already been completed on nine tracks, which must be maintained for a year to ensure reliability and durability.

04.03.2026, 13:56
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Every fifth European sees the USA as a "threat"

The material is prepared by K-News. Copying or partial use is only possible with the permission of the editorial office. According to a study conducted by Euronews, about 20% of citizens in the largest European countries view the USA as the "main threat," which exceeds the number of those who consider North Korea and China to be such.

04.03.2026, 13:54
Attention! The railway crossing in the village of Belovodskoye will be temporarily closed.
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Attention! The railway crossing in the village of Belovodskoye will be temporarily closed.

In the village of Belovodskoye, located in the Moscow district, the railway crossing on Proyezdnaya Street will be temporarily closed from March 6 from 09:00 to 18:00. This decision has been made in connection with repair work being carried out at the guarded railway crossing, which is located at 3740 km of the PK-8 section of the RZD-141, according to information from the state enterprise "Kyrgyz Temir Zholu."

04.03.2026, 13:51
European Capital Will Ensure an Industrial Breakthrough in Mailuu-Suu
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European Capital Will Ensure an Industrial Breakthrough in Mailuu-Suu

On March 3, an important meeting took place, during which the First Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic, Adylbek Kasymaliev, discussed with the leadership of the international company Edelweiss Group AG the prospects of attracting significant European investments for the development of infrastructure projects in the country. During the negotiations, the company representatives expressed their readiness to attract capital from major financial institutions and

04.03.2026, 13:47
Over 5,000 surveillance cameras installed in Kyrgyzstan
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Over 5,000 surveillance cameras installed in Kyrgyzstan

Currently, as part of the "Safe City" project and for monitoring traffic on the roads in Kyrgyzstan, more than 5,000 surveillance cameras have been installed. This was reported by Deputy Minister of Internal Affairs Oktobyr Urmambetov during a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh. He also noted that in 2025, as a result of road traffic accidents, 900 people died, and more than 12,000 sustained various injuries.

04.03.2026, 13:47
Fines for healers have increased to 100,000 soms, but they continue to work
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Fines for healers have increased to 100,000 soms, but they continue to work

As of today, the Ministry of Health of Kyrgyzstan has identified five folk healers operating with violations. However, their capabilities are limited to administrative measures only. This was reported on the air of the program "Elden Sobol" by Aman Osmonov, head of the licensing department of the Ministry of Health of the Kyrgyz Republic. Osmonov explained that the responsibility for illegal medical practices is divided into criminal and administrative. In cases where a

04.03.2026, 13:46
The Ministry of Health initiates amendments to the law after the death of an infant at the hands of a healer
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The Ministry of Health initiates amendments to the law after the death of an infant at the hands of a healer

A tragic incident occurred in the Osh region, in the Uzgen district — a two-month-old infant died after a hijama procedure performed by a local healer. This was reported by Aman Osmonov, head of the licensing department of the Ministry of Health of Kyrgyzstan, on the program "Elden Sobol" of the Kabar agency. According to Osmonov, amendments to the legislation aimed at tightening control over illegal medical practices are currently being developed. He emphasized that mere

04.03.2026, 13:45
Kyrgyzstan and Japan Discussed Support for Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises
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Kyrgyzstan and Japan Discussed Support for Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises

A meeting took place in Bishkek where Deputy Minister Benazir Nurlanova met with representatives of Japanese financial organizations and the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA). According to the Ministry of Economy, issues of state policy regarding support for small and medium-sized businesses, the development of financial support mechanisms, and the role of the Kyrgyz Guarantee Fund in improving entrepreneurs' access to loans were discussed. The Kyrgyz delegation shared its

04.03.2026, 13:42
The Bishkek City Hall will hold an auction for the sale of vehicles
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The Bishkek City Hall will hold an auction for the sale of vehicles

The Municipal Property Management of Bishkek has announced an open auction for the sale of vehicles owned by the city hall. According to the press service, the auction will take place on March 13 at 10:00 at the following address: Bishkek, Chokmorova Street, 246, and will include 77 lots. To participate in the auction, potential buyers must submit a written application indicating the lot number, as well as provide identification and payment documents confirming the deposit (which is 10% of the

04.03.2026, 13:40
In Kyrgyzstan, citizens are deceived with promises of healing through dietary supplements, but they are not medicines.
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In Kyrgyzstan, citizens are deceived with promises of healing through dietary supplements, but they are not medicines.

The head of the licensing department of the Ministry of Health of Kyrgyzstan, Aman Osmonov, stated in the program "Elden Sobol" of the "Kabar" agency that many herbal mixtures offered by folk healers are not actual medicinal products but rather dietary supplements (DS). According to Osmonov, fraudsters exploit the trust of citizens, presenting dietary supplements as medicines and promising complete healing, which allows them to profit from this deception. For a product to

04.03.2026, 13:37
Residents of Tokmok Request Installation of Traffic Lights at Dangerous Sections of the Bishkek–Naryn–Torugart Highway
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Residents of Tokmok Request Installation of Traffic Lights at Dangerous Sections of the Bishkek–Naryn–Torugart Highway

At a recent meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, deputy Mederbek Sakkaraev reported on the request of local residents from Tokmok, who insist on the installation of traffic lights along the important Bishkek–Naryn–Torugart highway. He noted that one of the traffic lights is planned to be placed at the exit from the territory of the former livestock market, while the second will be installed on the western side of the city, near the wastewater treatment facilities.

04.03.2026, 13:34
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The Foreign Ministry reported when Kyrgyz citizens stranded in Jeddah will be returned home.

Two repatriation flights, one heading to Bishkek and the other to Osh, will depart today from Jeddah. It is expected that 90 citizens will arrive in Bishkek and 120 in Osh. The planes are en route and should land around 16:00. According to agreements, such flights will be conducted regularly three times a week: on Wednesdays, Fridays, and Sundays to Bishkek, and on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays to Osh, as reported by the press service of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic.

04.03.2026, 13:24
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Users are Massively Deleting ChatGPT: What is the Reason?

The author of the article is K-News. Any copying or use requires permission from the K-News editorial office. In the United States, there has been a sharp increase in the number of deletions of the ChatGPT mobile app, which rose by nearly 300% in just one day. The number of one-star reviews surged by 775%, while app downloads significantly declined. Users are turning to the competing app from Anthropic — Claude.

04.03.2026, 13:21
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Deputies of the Osh City Council Gathered for a Session

Currently, the XIX session of the Osh City Council is taking place, attended by the mayor of the city, Janar Akaev, and 39 out of 45 deputies, as well as leaders of local enterprises. The deputies will discuss 9 issues related to financial matters, municipal property, and the social sphere.

04.03.2026, 13:16
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The Audit Chamber has begun an audit of the budget of the city of Osh.

During the current session of the Osh City Council, deputies discussed important aspects, including the return of municipal lands, the city's debts, and the inventory of large trading facilities. Deputy Nuskhat Akmatov, representing the "Jaanı Kyrgyzstan" faction, raised the issue regarding the situation near the new bus station. He reported that there are reports of damage to currency exchange points and that construction work is already underway in that area.

04.03.2026, 13:08
In Bishkek, plans are underway to change the payment system for municipal parking lots and spaces.
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In Bishkek, plans are underway to change the payment system for municipal parking lots and spaces.

In the mayor's office of the capital of Kyrgyzstan, plans have been announced to change the payment system for municipal parking lots and spaces. This is aimed at improving the organization of parking space, reducing the traffic load on city streets, and creating a more convenient environment for the operation of the urban transport system. As part of these changes, a draft resolution of the Bishkek City Council has been developed, titled "On the Regulation of the Activities of

04.03.2026, 12:57
In Beijing, Kazibek Moldazhiyev and the Secretary-General of the SCO discussed cooperation in the field of sports
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In Beijing, Kazibek Moldazhiyev and the Secretary-General of the SCO discussed cooperation in the field of sports

During his working visit to China, Kazybek Moldazhiyev, the director of the State Agency for Physical Culture and Sports of the Kyrgyz Republic, held a meeting with Nurlan Ermekbaev, the Secretary-General of the SCO. In Beijing, issues related to expanding cooperation among SCO member states in the field of physical culture and sports were discussed. The meeting participants touched upon the organization of joint events and the promotion of a healthy lifestyle. Moldazhiyev shared the

04.03.2026, 12:52
The Ministry of Health urged to reconsider the ban on injections in rural health posts.
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The Ministry of Health urged to reconsider the ban on injections in rural health posts.

At a recent meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, Deputy Temirlan Aitiev raised the issue of the ban on performing injections in feldsher-obstetric points (FAPs) in rural areas. According to him, medical workers are concerned about the potential for anaphylactic shocks and allergic reactions in patients. The deputy noted that the Ministry of Health had previously restricted injection procedures in medical institutions due to an increase in cases of side effects. However, he stated that private

04.03.2026, 12:40
Ministry of Health: Only licensed doctors can practice healing
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Ministry of Health: Only licensed doctors can practice healing

According to current legislation, only those who hold a diploma in higher medical education have the right to engage in folk medicine. This was stated by Aman Osmonov, head of the licensing department of the Ministry of Health of Kyrgyzstan, during the broadcast of the program "Elden Sobol" on the Kabar agency. He emphasized that this right is granted only to specialists who have completed their education at a higher educational institution and have undergone relevant advanced

04.03.2026, 12:39
Pavilion in T. Moldo Square: The Capital City Hall Clarified the Situation
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Pavilion in T. Moldo Square: The Capital City Hall Clarified the Situation

The problem arose during the installation of the "Eco House" In Bishkek, on Bokonbaeva Street, a pavilion was installed in the Togolok Moldo Park, which temporarily blocked the sidewalk and part of the entrance to the green area. The city hall provided clarifications regarding this situation. According to information from the municipal enterprise "Bishkekzelenstroy," the problem that has arisen is temporary and related to a technical malfunction of the crane used for the

04.03.2026, 12:30
GNS reminds about the rules for submitting appeals
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GNS reminds about the rules for submitting appeals

The State Tax Service reminds about the necessary rules to consider when submitting applications and complaints. All appeals must comply with the current legislation of the Kyrgyz Republic, and the review period varies from 14 to 30 days. Appeals can be submitted in various ways:

04.03.2026, 12:27
Mikail Antonio signed a contract with Qatari "Al-Sailiya"
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Mikail Antonio signed a contract with Qatari "Al-Sailiya"

The Jamaican forward Mikael Antonio has officially signed a contract with the Qatari club "Al-Sailiya." This step is significant in his career as he returns to professional football after 15 months spent recovering from a serious car accident in Epping Forest. Antonio suffered four femur fractures and spent three weeks in the hospital, with his rehabilitation taking over a year. As a result, the English club "West Ham United" did not extend the contract with the 35-year-old

04.03.2026, 12:25
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Who the New Constitution of Kyrgyzstan Was Written For. Opinion of Akzhan Kazhegeldin

The author of the material is K-News. Copying or partial use is only possible with the permission of the K-News editorial office. Kazhegeldin added that the discussion process of the Constitution shows a lack of respect for human rights, which, according to him, are "completely swept aside" in the articles of the new document, leading to a concentration of power in the hands of one person. "People can endure, but for that, they need to be provided for," he said.

04.03.2026, 12:25
In the Batken region, the number of homeowners who insured their property increased by 1.4%
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In the Batken region, the number of homeowners who insured their property increased by 1.4%

According to information provided by Zhayloobek Zhakshylykov, the director of the Batken branch of the State Insurance Organization, there has been a 1.4% increase in the number of citizens insuring their homes in the Batken region since the beginning of the year. He also reported that 4 people have already received payouts for insurance claims related to property damage, totaling 489,000 soms. Throughout 2025, compensation payments amounted to 1,636,000 soms for 13 citizens of the region.

04.03.2026, 12:25