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A new school will be built in the village of Kyzyl-Bayrak in the city of Osh. The old one is overcrowded.

Recently, the mayor of Osh, Janarbek Akayev, visited the village of Kyzyl-Bairak, which is part of the Kyzyl-Kyshtak rural territorial administration. During the visit, he met with local residents who expressed concern about the need for a new school. According to information from the press service of the mayor's office, School No. 60, designed for 200 students, currently accommodates more than 400 schoolchildren.

16.03.2026, 23:20
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In Kyrgyzstan, a Unified Emergency Response Service is Being Launched

A unified emergency response service based on the "112" system will be launched in the Kyrgyz Republic, as reported by the Ministry of Emergency Situations. According to the department, this innovation is aimed at speeding up the processing of data on incidents and reducing the time required for emergency services to arrive at the scene.

16.03.2026, 22:25
Annual cooperation plan for the protection of children's rights for 2026–2027 signed
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Annual cooperation plan for the protection of children's rights for 2026–2027 signed

The agreement was signed by the Commissioner for Children's Rights and the UNICEF representative in Kyrgyzstan. Asel Chynbaeva, the Commissioner for Children's Rights, met with Samman Tapa, the UNICEF representative in Kyrgyzstan. During this meeting, key aspects of cooperation in the field of protecting children's rights and welfare were discussed. The result of the negotiations was the signing of an annual work plan for social programs for 2026–2027. This document aims to

16.03.2026, 21:47
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The Program of Eid Prayer and Everything Related to the Muslim Holiday Prayer

The holiday of Orozo Ait this year will be celebrated on March 20. Information about the program for the Ait prayer has been published by the Spiritual Administration of Muslims of Kyrgyzstan. This material from the editorial office of Kaktus.media presents the order of the festive prayer. Program for the Ait prayer: 07:30 - 08:00 - reading of the Quran; 08:00 - 08:25 - sermon; 08:25 - 08:30 - explanation of the rules and order of performing the Ait prayer; 08:30 - performing the Ait prayer.

16.03.2026, 21:36
The Ministry of Health of the Kyrgyz Republic and the Ambassador of Korea discussed preparations for the "Central Asia-Korea" summit.
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The Ministry of Health of the Kyrgyz Republic and the Ambassador of Korea discussed preparations for the "Central Asia-Korea" summit.

The summit is scheduled for September this year in Seoul. A meeting took place between the Minister of Health, Damir Osmonov, and the Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary Ambassador of Korea to Kyrgyzstan, Kim Kwang-jae. The press service of the Ministry of Health reported on this event. During the discussion, the parties reviewed the current state and future prospects of bilateral cooperation in the field of healthcare. The preparation for the 'Central Asia - Republic of Korea' summit,

16.03.2026, 21:06
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In the Sokuluk District, construction of a school for 750 students has begun.

In the village of Kashka-Bash, located in the Sokuluk district, the construction of a new educational institution for 750 students has begun. This became possible thanks to the directive of President Sadyr Japarov, as reported by the Ministry of Construction. According to the agency, the project is being financed from the republican budget.

16.03.2026, 21:00
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"The road has turned into a pothole." Residents complain about trucks from the construction site of the "Altai" town.

Residents of the village of Umut and the nearby village of Prigorodny have contacted the Kaktus.media editorial office with complaints about trucks used by the company "Kut" for the construction of the "Altai" town. Locals claim that these vehicles seriously damage the roads and increase the risk of accidents. According to them, Howo trucks leave their vehicles on the roadside and under arches, which obstructs visibility on the roads. As a result of the constant movement of

16.03.2026, 20:24
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Ministry of Foreign Affairs: 592 Kyrgyz citizens evacuated from Middle Eastern countries

According to information from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, on March 14, a special evacuation flight brought 142 Kyrgyz citizens back home from Kuwait, Bahrain, and Qatar. In addition, 24 people returned via Istanbul with the help of the ministry. After the situation deteriorated in several countries in the Middle East, where about 22,000 citizens of Kyrgyzstan were located, President Sadyr Japarov issued an order to ensure their safety and organize evacuation.

16.03.2026, 20:17
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In the city of Osh, the construction of the residential complex "Ene-Sai City" continues

On Bekmamata Osmonova Street in the city of Osh, Mayor Janar Akaev visited the construction site of the residential complex "Ene-Sai City." The visit was aimed at familiarizing himself with the progress of the work, as reported by the local administration. According to the municipality, the mayor emphasized that the process of transforming the land for the construction of the complex is currently underway.

16.03.2026, 20:15
Detained supporter of terrorist groups upon arrival in Kyrgyzstan
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Detained supporter of terrorist groups upon arrival in Kyrgyzstan

A specialized operation was conducted in cooperation with foreign intelligence agencies. On March 13, as part of a counter-terrorism operation, law enforcement officers detained a citizen named "N.A." who arrived in Kyrgyzstan from one of the CIS countries. He is accused of attempting to leave the country with the intention of joining international terrorist groups. This information was provided by the press service of the State Committee for National Security (SCNS). This operation

16.03.2026, 19:39
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Kyrgyz Film Selected for the Competition Program of the Alternativa Film Festival

The Third International Alternativa Film Festival has announced the lineup for its competition program, according to information provided by the event's producers. This year, two films from Central Asia have been included in the competition: the Kazakh film "Winners Are Seen at the Start," directed by Zhannat Alshanova, and the Kyrgyz film "Only the Heavens Know," directed by Nurjamal Karamoldoeva.

16.03.2026, 19:15
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In Bishkek, a preventive campaign "Stop the Violation - Save a Life" will take place.

On March 17, a large-scale preventive campaign organized by the Patrol Police Department will take place in Ala-Too Square in Bishkek. The event is titled "Stop Violations - Save Lives." According to information from the Patrol Police Department, the main goal of the campaign is to prevent road traffic accidents and to foster a culture of safety on the roads among all participants in traffic.

16.03.2026, 18:38
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Doctors reported how many cases of flu and ARVI were detected in Kyrgyzstan over the week

According to the Department of Disease Prevention and State Sanitary and Epidemiological Surveillance, there is a decrease in the incidence of influenza and ARVI in Kyrgyzstan. During the period from March 9 to March 15, 2026 (the 11th week), the republic registered 6,423 cases of these diseases. This is 153 cases fewer than the previous week, when 6,576 cases of ARVI and influenza were recorded.

16.03.2026, 18:18
The nutritionist explained the dangers of a heavy dinner
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The nutritionist explained the dangers of a heavy dinner

Digestive problems and potential weight gain are what can happen due to a heavy dinner taken shortly before sleep, as reported by RIA Novosti, citing the opinion of medical science candidate Olga Yamileva. According to the specialist, "a heavy dinner late in the evening can lead to excessive strain on the gastrointestinal organs, which, in turn, increases the risks of developing conditions such as heartburn and reflux — the backflow of stomach contents into the esophagus." Moreover,

16.03.2026, 18:13
The powers of Deputy Gulsunkan Junushaliev have been terminated early.
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The powers of Deputy Gulsunkan Junushaliev have been terminated early.

Today, at a meeting of the Central Election Commission, the early termination of the powers of the Deputy of the Jogorku Kenesh, Gulsunkan Junushalieva, was announced. During the meeting, Junushalieva's personal appeal was considered, in which she requested the termination of her powers. As a result of the voting, nine members of the commission unanimously declared her deputy certificate invalid.

16.03.2026, 18:13
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In the residential complex, it was proposed to create an online map of private and municipal facilities in Bishkek according to the general plan.

At a meeting of the Education Committee of the Jogorku Kenesh, Deputy Saltanat Amanova raised the issue of the need to create an online map that will include state, municipal, and private facilities in accordance with the general plan and detailed planning project. In light of the development of a new general plan and detailed planning project, she stated that such a map would become an important tool for increasing transparency, excluding strategic facilities.

16.03.2026, 18:06
The Housing Committee approved amendments to the public procurement law in favor of people with disabilities
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The Housing Committee approved amendments to the public procurement law in favor of people with disabilities

The Committee on Finance, Budget, and Entrepreneurship Development reviewed the draft law "On Amendments to the Law of the Kyrgyz Republic on Public Procurement," which was approved in the first reading. Deputy Dastan Bekeshev initiated this draft law. He emphasized that the main goal of the amendments is to ensure the implementation of the constitutional right of people with disabilities to access social, transportation, and engineering infrastructure, as well as goods and services

16.03.2026, 18:02
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Built on a verbal agreement: companies in the city of Osh were left unpaid

In the city of Osh, the Minister of Construction, Architecture, and Housing and Communal Services, Nurdana Oruntaev, met with a group of about 30 entrepreneurs who expressed their concerns about unpaid construction work. According to the ministry's press service, the entrepreneurs claim that all work was carried out based on verbal agreements with the former mayor, Jenishbek Toktorbaev. Minister Oruntaev noted that many of the constructed facilities lacked the necessary permits. According

16.03.2026, 18:02
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The deputy proposed to limit calls from unregistered foreign SIM cards.

During the meeting of the Education Committee of the Jogorku Kenesh, Amanova emphasized that scammers are increasingly using phone calls to deceive citizens. She spoke about schemes where criminals, posing as high-ranking officials, demand money transfers from employees of government agencies, using foreign numbers. The deputy provided examples of the use of SIM cards from Italy and other European countries, asking: "Is it possible to control the use of such SIM cards so that calls from

16.03.2026, 17:58
In Kyrgyzstan, they plan to launch the BRICS Pay payment gateway
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In Kyrgyzstan, they plan to launch the BRICS Pay payment gateway

A meeting of representatives from the National Investment Agency and the international project BRICS Pay took place in Kyrgyzstan. The main topic of discussion was the creation of a new payment gateway that is expected to improve transactions for both individuals and legal entities (C2B and B2B) in the country. According to information from the agency, the goal of implementing this project is to create a new financial infrastructure for payments. BRICS Pay represents a decentralized digital

16.03.2026, 17:53
Prices for meat were checked at the central market in the Aravan district
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Prices for meat were checked at the central market in the Aravan district

In the Osh region, a price check on meat products was conducted at the central market of the Aravan district. The information was provided by the local government representative. Deputy Head of the Osh Region Iliyas Tashbaev, together with the Akim of the Aravan District Daniyar Erkimbaev and representatives of antimonopoly services, carried out a price monitoring of meat.

16.03.2026, 17:51
The Jogorku Kenesh is considering a law on the inheritance of electronic money
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The Jogorku Kenesh is considering a law on the inheritance of electronic money

The new bill will simplify the transfer of funds from electronic wallets to heirs. In its first reading, a bill was approved that will allow the inheritance of funds held in mobile and internet wallets. The Jogorku Kenesh Committee on Finance, Budget, Entrepreneurship, and Competition Development positively assessed this initiative. Currently, there are no clear guidelines on how to handle money if the owner of an electronic wallet has passed away. The adoption of this law will make electronic

16.03.2026, 17:45
Deputy of the Jogorku Kenesh Gulsunkan Junushalieva Resigns from Her Mandate
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Deputy of the Jogorku Kenesh Gulsunkan Junushalieva Resigns from Her Mandate

On March 16, 2026, Deputy Gulsunkan Junushalieva announced her intention to resign. According to the Central Election Commission, the corresponding statement has been submitted, and the issue of the early termination of her mandate will be considered at the next meeting of the CEC. It should be noted that Junushalieva was elected to the Jogorku Kenesh, representing the 29th electoral district, where she received support from 6,688 votes.

16.03.2026, 17:39
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The State Tax Service reminded about the deadlines for paying tax on non-residential property

Current data is the key to correct tax calculation The State Tax Service (STS) has once again reminded owners of non-residential properties about the importance of timely tax payment. The relevant information was provided by the institution's press service. According to their information, tax payments are made quarterly in equal installments by the following deadlines: * by March 20; * by June 20; * by September 20; * by December 20. Information about assessed property taxes can be checked

16.03.2026, 17:38
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Residents of the Ak-Suysky District are warned about internet fraud

Employees of the local police department of the Boz-Uchuk district are actively conducting informational activities as part of the prevention month. According to law enforcement agencies, the goal of these activities is to prevent domestic violence, reduce the level of offenses during the "Arsenal" operation, and protect citizens from internet fraudsters.

16.03.2026, 17:38
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Our People Abroad: Rakhат Oruntaeva Moved with Her Family to a Resort Town Where Officials and Rich People Are Ordinary, and People Generally Lack Aggression

In the latest issue of the "Our People Abroad" column, we talk about Rakhат Oruntaeva, who is successfully building her life in the Vietnamese resort city of Nha Trang. Rakhат was born and spent her childhood in the Jeti-Oguz district of the Issyk-Kul region. After obtaining a higher education in Bishkek, she worked as a teacher. However, three years ago, she decided to change her life and, along with her husband and two daughters, moved to Vietnam to start a business.

16.03.2026, 17:26
The Head of the State Committee for National Security Held an Open Dialogue with Representatives of the Business Community
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The Head of the State Committee for National Security Held an Open Dialogue with Representatives of the Business Community

At a meeting with the business community of Kyrgyzstan, the Chairman of the State National Security Committee, Jumgalbek Shabdanbekov, emphasized the importance of dialogue. According to the press service, Shabdanbekov highlighted that the stable operation of businesses is the foundation for economic growth, the creation of new jobs, and the formation of the country's tax base.

16.03.2026, 17:26
A Trade House of Kyrgyzstan is Planned to Open in Chengdu, China
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A Trade House of Kyrgyzstan is Planned to Open in Chengdu, China

Jusubali Toromamatov, the trade representative of Kyrgyzstan in China, held a meeting with Li Yupin, the deputy director of the Chengdu Bureau of Commerce. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Economy of Kyrgyzstan. The meeting discussed opportunities for expanding trade and economic cooperation between the two countries. As a result of the negotiations, an agreement was reached to establish the "Trade House of the Kyrgyz Republic" and the "Kyrgyz-Chinese

16.03.2026, 17:15
Kyrgyzstan and South Korea Discussed Cooperation in the Field of Medicine
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Kyrgyzstan and South Korea Discussed Cooperation in the Field of Medicine

Damir Osmonov, the Minister of Health of Kyrgyzstan, met with Kim Kwan-jae, the Ambassador of the Republic of Korea to Kyrgyzstan. During the meeting, the parties discussed the current state and future cooperation in the field of healthcare. According to the press service of the Ministry of Health, the main focus was on the implementation of a number of infrastructure projects in the medical sector. In particular, the construction of the Republican Clinical Infectious Diseases Hospital

16.03.2026, 16:59
The Minister of Economy of the Kyrgyz Republic and the U.S. Ambassador Discussed Expanding Cooperation
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The Minister of Economy of the Kyrgyz Republic and the U.S. Ambassador Discussed Expanding Cooperation

On March 16, the Minister of Economy and Commerce of the Kyrgyz Republic, Bakyt Sydykov, met with the Ambassador of the United States, Leslie Viguerie. During the meeting, the participants discussed the prospects for deepening trade and economic partnership between Kyrgyzstan and the USA, paying special attention to the results of the recently held second B5+1 dialogue forum.

16.03.2026, 16:54
A Chinese company plans to upgrade street lighting in Kyrgyzstan
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A Chinese company plans to upgrade street lighting in Kyrgyzstan

/Kabar/. A meeting between the head of the National Investment Agency, Ravshanbek Sabirov, and representatives of Longteng Lighting Group Co., Ltd. recently took place. During the meeting, Chinese specialists shared their international experience in architectural and urban lighting. They noted their participation in the lighting of major international events, such as the BRICS summits and the Shanghai Cooperation Organization.

16.03.2026, 16:47
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The mayor of the city of Osh introduced a new order for intercity taxis

On March 16, the mayor of the Osh region, Janarbek Akaev, visited the new parking lot for cars on Monueva Street, located in the municipal territorial administration "Kurmanjan Datka." This was reported by the local administration. As a result of the visit, the city leader decided that the new parking area would be used for taxis operating intercity transport to areas such as Uzgen, Kara-Kuldzhin, Alai, and Chon-Alai.

16.03.2026, 16:43
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The Ministry of Digital Development proposes to include a new course in the school curriculum.

At a meeting of the Education Committee of the Jogorku Kenesh, Deputy Minister of Digital Development Nursultan Kubanov reported that the Ministry of Digital Development proposes to introduce a course on cyber hygiene into school education. According to him, the government has initiated a comprehensive program to improve the digital security of citizens. As part of this program, a self-restriction feature for obtaining loans was added to the "Tunduk" system, which has been utilized by

16.03.2026, 16:41
Repertoire of the Ch. Aitmatov Russian Drama Theatre for April
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Repertoire of the Ch. Aitmatov Russian Drama Theatre for April

In Bishkek, the Russian Drama Theater named after Ch. Aitmatov has announced its repertoire for April 2026. The repertoire of the Russian Drama Theater named after Ch. Aitmatov for April. The repertoire of the Russian Drama Theater named after Ch. Aitmatov for April. Theater location: Bishkek, Tynystanova Street, 122 (Dubovy Park). Contact phones: 0550 83 85 12, 0555 00 15 31, 0705 68 92 22, 0312 66 20 32 (box office). Where to buy tickets: on the website Ticket.kg; through the MВANK app in the

16.03.2026, 16:33
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Damage of one million soms: results of the work of Kyrgyzstan's reserves in 2025

In 2025, 139 cases of violations of environmental legislation were recorded in specially protected natural areas (SPNAs) of Kyrgyzstan. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Natural Resources, Ecology, and Technical Supervision. The total damage amounted to over 1.1 million soms. The majority of violations were related to plant life, with 98 cases recorded totaling 460.3 thousand soms. Additionally, 20 violations related to land resources, 7 cases concerning water resources,

16.03.2026, 16:33
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Nowruz 2026: The main celebrations of the country will take place in the Naryn region

This year, the celebration of Nowruz will take place in Naryn, where the country's president, Sadyr Japarov, is expected to participate. As reported by 24.kg, the press service of the authorized representative of the head of state in the region announced a busy program of events that will cover the entire day—from cultural performances to a large evening gala.

16.03.2026, 16:28
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The Central Market of Uzgen Will Move to the Village of Tort-Kol Within a Year

Over the next year, the central market of Uzgen will be completely relocated to a new area. A modern shopping complex will be built in the village of Tort-Kol on a 14-hectare plot of land, the district administration reported. The new market will feature 4,000 trading spots, as well as a modern 5-story parking facility for the convenience of visitors.

16.03.2026, 16:27