Spring in Kadamjai: Gardener on Prices for Pruning and Grafting Seedlings Turmush — In the Kadamjai district, spring gardening work is actively underway, reports Turmush correspondent. Currently, in some areas, they are engaged in pruning and grafting fruit trees.
The active work on expanding the bridge on the Lebedinovka – HES-5 road, which leads to the northern bypass road of Bishkek, is ongoing. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Transport and Communications of the Kyrgyz Republic. Currently, the old metal railings and asphalt pavement on both sides of the bridge have been completely dismantled. New reinforced concrete beams are being installed, and work on expanding the structure is underway.
Nurlan Ataybekov, a resident of Bishkek, recently became involved in a traffic accident at the intersection of Mahatma Gandhi and Mozhaysky streets. His Samsung sedan was hit by a HOWO truck. According to Ataybekov, the traffic police arrived promptly at the scene of the accident, after which his car was sent to the impound lot. Following this, the insurer conducted an inspection and assessed the damage, and less than a month later, Nurlan received compensation of 150,000 soms.
A recent study published in the scientific journal "Healthcare of Kyrgyzstan" revealed that carrots and potatoes grown in technogenic zones of Kyrgyzstan contain elevated levels of toxic metals. The authors of the work "Toxic Metals in Vegetables from Regions of the Kyrgyz Republic with Varying Technogenic Load" are K. S. Salymbekova, A. A. Sharshenova, and M. B. Isirayilov. During the study, specialists analyzed samples from the Batken region, where a technogenic impact
Today, March 12, the Jogorku Kenesh reviewed a draft law in its first reading that proposes to reduce the time within which government agencies are required to respond to citizens' appeals from 14 to 10 days. According to Bakhtiyar Kalpaev, one of the initiators of the initiative, the current legislation requires a response within 14 working days, which, considering weekends, can extend up to 20 days.
Sabrina Jumayeva and Mirbek Nurbekov have become the new heroes of the "Zhubaılar" column. Sabrina was born in 2001 in the village of Tamga, located in the Jeti-Oguz district. Currently, she and her husband live in Karakol. She is of mixed ethnicity, with her father being Turkmen.
Starting from March 12, new amendments to the Code of Administrative Offenses (CAO) come into effect in Kazakhstan, aimed at utilizing modern technologies in the field of digitalization. This was reported by Tengrinews. The main innovation lies in expanding the capabilities for automatic detection of violations. The rules themselves remain unchanged; the amendments only pertain to the methods of recording offenses.
Service passports provide the opportunity for visa-free entry into 26 countries At a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, Deputy Foreign Minister Almaz Imangaziev reported that holders of diplomatic passports are entitled to visa-free travel to 36 countries. Additionally, he added that service passports allow their holders to enter 26 countries without a visa. Almaz Imangaziev clarified that such passports are issued to ministers, members of the Jogorku Kenesh, and employees of the Ministry of
Four individuals convicted of carrying out the terrorist attack at "Krokus City Hall" have received life sentences. This was reported by news sources. The court issued a verdict against Shamsiddin Fariduni, Dalerjon Mirzoev, Mahammadsobir Faizov, and Saidukram Rachabolizod. All of them received life imprisonment.
In the second reading, the Jogorku Kenesh adopted a bill concerning the construction of educational and social institutions on the territory of State Residence No. 1. Amendments to the law on the guarantees of the president's activities and the status of the former president of the Kyrgyz Republic were proposed in response to appeals from the residents of Chon-Aryk to President Sadyr Japarov regarding the need to address the shortage of educational institutions in their village.
Since March 2026, a mobile multi-diagnostic complex has been operating in the Aravan district of the Osh region, offering free medical examinations for the local population. According to information from the Ministry of Health's press service, this complex provides a variety of services, including free medical check-ups, consultations with doctors, and diagnostics, all in a convenient and accessible format.
At a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, Deputy Minister of Internal Affairs Nurbek Abdieff reported that in 2025, 1,547 criminal cases related to internet fraud were registered, of which 830 were successfully solved. According to him, the total damage from these crimes amounted to over 826 million soms, however, about 73 million soms were managed to be returned to the victims. "Citizens often realize that they have become victims of fraud only after 1-2 days, while the criminals manage to
Since March 2026, a mobile multi-diagnostic complex has been operating in the Aravan district of the Osh region. Its main goal is to provide local residents with free medical examinations and consultations from specialists. It is expected that the complex will remain in this area for about three months, after which it will be sent to the Kochkor district of the Naryn region.
Multistory buildings are being constructed in close proximity to an active cemetery in the village of Orto-Sai, raising concerns among local residents. Deputy of the Bishkek City Council Janibek Asanbekov reported on the situation, noting that a field commission was organized to investigate the circumstances of the construction.
Today, March 12, at a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, deputies approved amendments to the law on conflict of interest in the second reading. The proposal to make changes was initiated by the chairman of the cabinet of ministers.
A draft law concerning the ratification of an agreement signed between the government of the Kyrgyz Republic and the Russian Federation has been submitted to the Jogorku Kenesh. This agreement pertains to the conditions for the construction of a new campus for the Kyrgyz-Russian Slavic University, named after the first president of Russia, Boris Yeltsin. The signing took place on November 26, 2025, in Bishkek. As part of the agreement, the creation of a new educational campus in Kyrgyzstan is
A project has been launched in Kyrgyzstan to create an Atlas of Geological Maps, initiated by the Ministry of Natural Resources, Ecology and Technical Supervision in collaboration with the M.M. Adyshev Institute of Geology at the National Academy of Sciences. This publication will be titled the Atlas of Geological, Geophysical, and Mineralogical Maps of the Kyrgyz Republic.
According to the World Air Quality ranking at 13:45, Bishkek ranks first among the largest cities in the world for air pollution levels. The city has been designated as "unhealthy," with an air quality index (AQI) of 190. This data is updated in real-time.
The bills were adopted in three readings. At the meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, parliamentarians discussed the bills concerning the ratification of agreements on visa-free entry for holders of diplomatic and service passports with countries such as Egypt, Oman, Slovenia, and Benelux. The report was presented by Deputy Foreign Minister Almaz Imangaziev, who stated that according to these agreements, citizens of Kyrgyzstan and the listed countries holding diplomatic, special, and service
In Bishkek, a meeting took place between local residents and a delegation from the Non-Governmental Accountability Office of the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD NOPP), which arrived from London. The visit was initiated at the request of citizens concerning the financing of an urban transport project, under which trolleybuses were previously purchased. According to information from the initiative group "BishkekSmog," representatives from various public
Negotiations with Beijing are ongoing regarding visa-free entry At a recent meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, First Deputy Foreign Minister Almaz Imangaziev reported that Kyrgyzstan is actively negotiating with China regarding a visa-free regime. However, the republic does not intend to be the first to grant such rights to Chinese citizens. He clarified that Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, and Russia have already established bilateral visa-free agreements with China. Kyrgyzstan is also in the process of
A reader reported to the editorial office of Kaktus.media about dangerous icicles hanging under the bridge on Cholpon-Ata Street. According to him, if one of them falls on a passing car, it could shatter the windshield or damage the vehicle. In this regard, he urged to temporarily close traffic in this area and clear the bridge of ice.
The central land plots will be transferred free of charge and are likely suitable for development. A draft resolution regarding the free transfer of plots located at the addresses: Chuy Avenue, 108 and Kyiv Street, 55, to state ownership has been submitted to the Bishkek City Council. According to information provided by the mayor's office, a letter was received on January 20, 2026, from the Office of the President of Kyrgyzstan (number 11/112) requesting the transfer of these lands to
Yesterday, March 11, in the Moscow district of the Chui region, prosecutors familiarized themselves with the activities of private entrepreneurs on-site. This was reported to the Turmush correspondent by the district prosecutor's office.
The event organized by Tolekan Ismailova and Bermet Borubaeva will take place on March 13 from 10:00 to 11:00 in front of the administration building of the Pervomaisky District in Bishkek. The event is aimed at protecting the fundamental right of citizens to freedom of peaceful assembly, which is guaranteed by Article 39 of the Constitution of Kyrgyzstan, Article 21 of the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights, as well as the Law on Peaceful Assemblies. The organizers invite
It is planned to reduce the response time of government agencies from 14 to 10 working days A draft law has been submitted to the Mazhilis of Kazakhstan, proposing to shorten the period for considering citizens' appeals by government agencies. The initiators of this document are several deputies. According to current legislation, authorities are required to respond to appeals within 14 working days. The proposed change suggests reducing this period to 10 days. The deputies argue their
In the city of Kant, during a special raid, 20 children were found on the street at night without adults. This was reported by the district state administration, which informed a Turmush correspondent. The raid was conducted in the Issyk-Ata district and in the city of Kant itself, aimed at identifying minors who are in public places without parents or guardians at night.
An exhibition titled "Free Flight of the Horse - The Spirit of Chinese Ink Painting" has opened in Bishkek, organized with the support of the Chinese Cultural Center and relevant organizations of the People's Republic of China responsible for cultural and tourism exchanges. High-ranking guests attended the opening ceremony, including Marat Tagaev, Deputy Minister of Culture, Information, and Youth Policy of the Kyrgyz Republic, and Liu Jiangping, the Chinese Ambassador to
The Alanya Ultra Trail event, held since 2017, expects more than 700 athletes from 34 countries. This race is certified by the International Trail Running Association and is included in the list of international trail running competitions. In 2026, the race will take place under the motto Tradition to Trail with the support of the Turkey Tourism Promotion and Development Agency and the Ministry of Youth and Sports of Turkey.
At the meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh on March 12, Deputy Attorney General Zalkarbek Ak Nazarov reported that 85 officials were held accountable in 2025 for violating the conflict of interest law. Deputies discussed amendments to the conflict of interest law, and Deputy Gulya Kozhokulova raised the issue of holding violators accountable.
Today it became known that the branch of the state insurance company in Bishkek made insurance payouts to 31 drivers under OSAGO and CASCO policies. The total amount of compensation amounted to 2 million 906 thousand soms. Baktybek Junusov, the deputy director of the branch, noted that previously the process of considering payouts took up to a month, but now, according to the management's directive, payouts are made within two weeks.
In educational institutions of the Sokuluk district, located in the Chui region, events and explanatory discussions dedicated to the topic of "Early Maturity and Its Consequences" for girls have been organized. This information was provided to a Turmush correspondent by the district education department.
In 2026, the UN announced a new humanitarian plan that includes the allocation of $23 billion to assist 87 million people worldwide. About two thousand humanitarian organizations will participate in the implementation of this program, with more than 60% of them being local UN partners.
The deputy claims that entrepreneurs regularly give gifts to officials, but no one is held accountable for this. During a session of the Jogorku Kenesh, the draft law amending the law "On Conflict of Interest" was discussed in its second reading. Dastan Bekeshev, a deputy, raised the issue of compliance with the legislation regarding gifts received by public servants. He reminded those present that according to the law, any gifts received during official visits must be transferred to
At the meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, a draft law concerning the reduction of processing times for citizens' appeals was approved. This decision was the result of an initiative by parliament members. As the speaker Baktyyar Kalpaev reported, in the context of digitalization, when many processes have been moved online, it is necessary to reduce the review period for appeals from 14 to 10 working days.
According to information from the press service of the Ministry of Construction, Architecture, and Housing and Communal Services, an audit of the properties owned by the construction company "Dooolot Kurulush" is currently underway. As part of this audit, a thorough analysis of the current state of construction sites, the volume of completed work, financial flows, as well as obligations under contracts with participants in shared construction is being conducted.
The public association "Bir Duyno Kyrgyzstan" is concerned about the risk of violating citizens' constitutional rights that may arise from the discussion of a draft law regulating religious education abroad.
The official opening ceremony of the Honorary Consulate of Lithuania took place in Osh, where the representative of the Kyrgyz Republic in the Osh region, Amankan Kenjebayev, met with the General Consul of Lithuania, Sharune Kubilyte. According to information provided by the representative office, the participants of the meeting discussed the current state and future of bilateral cooperation between Kyrgyzstan and Lithuania, as well as explored areas for the development of interregional
As of March 11, 1,825 applications have been submitted for participation in the "Social Contract" program in Kyrgyzstan. The Ministry of Labor, Social Security, and Migration reported that social contracts have already been signed with 607 families, with the largest number of projects—341—related to agriculture. The application process is ongoing.
At the meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh on March 12, deputy Dastan Bekeshev expressed interest in whether there would be restrictions on the career advancement of relatives of high-ranking officials. He noted that the definition of "affiliated person" is being expanded as part of the discussion on amendments to the law on conflict of interest. This term now includes individuals and companies that may influence decisions through financial ties, transactions, control, or family
Last year, 84 civil servants were held accountable for disciplinary violations, as reported by Deputy Attorney General Zalkarbek Akhnazarov at a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, where the draft law "On Conflict of Interest" was discussed in its second reading. According to Akhnazarov, the General Prosecutor's Office conducted more than 70 inspections regarding compliance with legislation on conflict of interest, during which 172 violations were identified.
As part of the discussion at the Ministry of Education of Kyrgyzstan, important issues regarding online aggression among youth were raised. According to data presented by the public foundation "Taalim-Forum," a study was conducted in 2025 concerning the prevalence of cyberbullying and digital hate among adolescents and youth. The survey involved 2,096 respondents aged 12 to 25, representing 128 educational institutions in various regions of the country, including Bishkek and Osh.
The Veterinary Service for Livestock Development, Pastures, and Feed confirms that the meat sold at official markets and retail outlets in the country is safe for consumers. The agency notes that a system for the identification and tracing of animals is successfully operating in Kyrgyzstan. All cattle, pigs, and horses are required to be registered, receiving ear tags or subcutaneous chips. Information about the owner, the place of keeping, vaccinations conducted, and diagnostic studies is
Now they will be able to hold administrative positions without the need for a competitive selection process A draft law has been initiated in Kyrgyzstan, which proposes changes in the field of state civil and municipal service. This document aims to simplify the process of transitioning to administrative positions for those who previously worked in the Eurasian Economic Commission, as well as for former state and municipal officials who held political positions. The draft law has already
The Chon-Kemin Valley will become an important platform for the cultural and ecological development of the region. A large ecological festival called 'Snow Leopard EcoFest - Kemin 2026' is planned in the Kemin district. Almaz Musaev, Deputy Minister of Natural Resources, Ecology, and Technical Supervision, shared this information. He noted that this initiative is aimed at protecting Kyrgyzstan's natural heritage and promoting the principles of sustainable development. The main
Photo by the Ministry of Water Resources and Agriculture. Spring fieldwork continues in Kyrgyzstan In Kyrgyzstan, it is planned to sow 1 million 250 thousand hectares of agricultural crops. Of this area, 818 thousand hectares are allocated for irrigated lands, while 432 thousand hectares are for rainfed lands, reported the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry. Currently, active planting is taking place in the southern regions of the country, such as Osh,
On March 11, the Jogorku Kenesh voted for the second reading of the Law "On State Awards, Honorary Titles, and State Prizes of the Kyrgyz Republic." Before the vote, Deputy Kamila Talieva addressed President Sadyr Japarov with a request to preserve titles such as People's Poet, Honored Doctor, and Honored Teacher.
At a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, deputies discussed and adopted in the second reading a bill concerning amendments to the Law "On Conflict of Interest". This bill was initiated by the Cabinet of Ministers.