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The deputy suggests reaching out to the Russian airbase in Kant for assistance to the military town.

At the meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh held on February 4, Deputy Bakyt Tentishev drew attention to the problem of evicting residents from apartments in the military town. He reported that currently, residents have already been evicted from four apartments, and the Ministry of Defense plans to evict more than 20 others. Tentishev reminded that last year he held a meeting between Minister Baktybek Bekbolotov and representatives of the Kant city administration, during which the minister expressed

04.02.2026, 12:51
Hydroponics is Actively Being Implemented in Agriculture
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Hydroponics is Actively Being Implemented in Agriculture

In Kyrgyzstan, the implementation of hydroponics, one of the most modern agronomic technologies, is gaining popularity. This became known thanks to information from the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry of the country. This method involves growing plants without using soil, relying on water enriched with necessary nutrients.

04.02.2026, 12:49
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The mayor of Osh instructed to relocate the "Teshik-Tash" market to a new bazaar.

During the inspection of the "Teshik-Tash" market area, the mayor of Osh, Jenishbek Toktorbaev, assessed the current state of the facility. According to information provided by the mayor's office, following the inspection, instructions were given to the heads of relevant institutions and enterprises to organize the relocation of the market to a new trading facility that fully complies with all requirements as soon as possible.

04.02.2026, 12:49
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At the "Ak-Zhol" Checkpoint, the police organized hot meals for truck drivers

Today, there is a large gathering of trucks at the "Ak-Zhol" checkpoint, with more than 300 trucks waiting for document processing, according to information from the Chui Regional Department of Internal Affairs. To support drivers facing long waits, police officers, together with road patrol service workers, have organized hot meals. This initiative aims to improve conditions for long-haul truckers.

04.02.2026, 12:46
Bypass Roads and Subcenters: How the Center of Bishkek Will Be Unclogged
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Bypass Roads and Subcenters: How the Center of Bishkek Will Be Unclogged

As part of the new master plan for Bishkek, significant transformations are planned in the areas of transport infrastructure, urban planning policy, and functional zoning. The head of the State Enterprise "Bishkek City Architecture" Mederbek Kydyrmaev shared this information during a live broadcast on the "Kabar" agency. Currently, the construction of the Northern Bypass Road, which covers a significant part of the city, is actively underway. In addition, the construction

04.02.2026, 12:38
More than 740,000 trout fry have been artificially bred at Issyk-Kul
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More than 740,000 trout fry have been artificially bred at Issyk-Kul

As a result of artificial reproduction, 812 thousand eggs of Issyk-Kul trout were obtained, which were then placed in incubation devices for further growth. According to the Ministry of Agriculture, the hatching process has already been completed. During the cultivation, losses were observed at the level of 8%, which led to a final number of 747 thousand fry. The yield was 92%, which is considered quite a high indicator. "At the moment, the fry have started receiving specially prepared

04.02.2026, 12:35
In Batken Region, a man was sentenced to 2 years for evading alimony
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In Batken Region, a man was sentenced to 2 years for evading alimony

Only 2% of divorced parents in Kyrgyzstan receive alimony regularly In the Batken region, a court sentenced a man who was evading alimony payments to two years in prison. This was reported by the General Prosecutor's Office. The sentence was issued by the Batken District Court. Since July 3, 2017, the citizen had not fulfilled his alimony obligations, and by September 1, 2022, his debt had exceeded 501,000 soms. Initially, in October 2025, the court imposed two years of probation

04.02.2026, 12:22
The construction of a kindergarten and a new school building was inspected in Bishkek
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The construction of a kindergarten and a new school building was inspected in Bishkek

On February 3, in Bishkek, Deputy Mayor Azamat Kadyrov checked the progress of the repair and construction of several social facilities in the Oktyabrsky district. According to information from the city hall, special attention was paid to the nursery-kindergarten "Balastan" No. 132, located in the 4th microdistrict, which will be able to accommodate 140 children. The work here is being carried out by the Capital Construction Department.

04.02.2026, 12:17
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In the city of Gulcho, a number of facilities are being prepared for demolition

The drainage canal in Gulcho has not been cleaned for 30 years — it will be transferred to the Ministry of Emergency Situations. According to information from the municipality, on February 3, Mayor Nursultan Tajibaev, together with city hall employees and representatives of the district department of the Ministry of Emergency Situations for the Alai district, inspected the condition of the drainage canals. It turned out that some canals within the city limits had not been cleaned for many

04.02.2026, 12:13
A patient died due to abuse in a rehabilitation center - a deputy
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A patient died due to abuse in a rehabilitation center - a deputy

The statements concern the private drug rehabilitation institution "Path to Life." Deputy of the Jogorku Kenesh, Suyunbek Omurzakov, reported that according to his information, a tragedy occurred at the rehabilitation center "Path to Life," which has already been mentioned in the materials of the State Committee for National Security (GKNB) — one of the patients died as a result of abuse. At a parliamentary meeting, he noted that the facts of mistreatment in this

04.02.2026, 12:11
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In Kyrgyzstan, the progress of the administrative-territorial reform will be analyzed

In Kyrgyzstan, an analysis of the administrative-territorial reform process is currently underway. The head of the Department of the State Agency for Public Service and Local Self-Government of the Kyrgyz Republic, Esenbek Togonbaev, announced this information on the air of "Birinchi Radio." According to Togonbaev, the main goal of the reform is to improve the quality of life for citizens and enhance the level of services provided locally. There is also an emphasis on optimizing

04.02.2026, 12:09
Kurmontinsky Cement Plant in the Tyup District Will Resume Operations
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Kurmontinsky Cement Plant in the Tyup District Will Resume Operations

In the Tyup District of the Issyk-Kul region, the Kurmontinsky Cement Plant will resume its operations. According to information provided by local authorities, the plant was known during the Soviet era for the high quality of its cement, which was even exported to Kazakhstan. However, in the following years, the enterprise fell into decline and began producing only lime.

04.02.2026, 12:07
Kyrgyz film "Kurak" won an award at the international film festival in India
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Kyrgyz film "Kurak" won an award at the international film festival in India

The film highlights the fates of women who have experienced violence. The film "Kurak" from Kyrgyzstan became a laureate of the 17th International Film Festival, which is taking place in Bangalore from January 29 to February 6. This festival, organized by the Karnataka Chalanachitra Academy with the support of the Government of Karnataka, is one of the most significant and rapidly developing film forums in India. This year, the program features over 200 films from 60 countries, with

04.02.2026, 12:05
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"Cancer Fears Those Who Act in Advance". How Kyrgyzstan Fights for the Lives of Children and Adults

On February 4, the world observes World Cancer Day. This year, the "Sun of Hope" foundation urges us to address the issue without fear, but with honesty. Sultan Stambekov, a leading pediatric oncologist, and Anastasia Gadzhieva, a representative of the Patient Community Union, discuss what has led to the increase in cancer statistics and how new technologies are being integrated into the treatment process. Progress in NumbersSome people are concerned about the rising number of cancer

04.02.2026, 12:02
In Bishkek, the use of the state language in the service sector and outdoor advertising is being discussed
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In Bishkek, the use of the state language in the service sector and outdoor advertising is being discussed

On February 3, a meeting was held in Bishkek with entrepreneurs from the Lenin district, where issues related to the implementation of the state language in the service sector and outdoor advertising were discussed. The organizers of the event included the city hall, the district administration, and the National Commission on the State Language under the President of the Kyrgyz Republic. This event was part of the implementation of the Constitutional Law "On the State Language".

04.02.2026, 11:58
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Deputy: 17 families left without housing due to the prolonged construction of the Ministry of Internal Affairs building

At the meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh on February 4, Deputy Zhyldyz Sadyrbaeva reported on the situation faced by 17 families, whose members served in law enforcement agencies. These families were unable to obtain housing due to significant delays in the construction of a departmental house. Sadyrbaeva noted that she had been approached by retired Ministry of Internal Affairs employees, widows of deceased officers, as well as those who were dismissed due to health reasons.

04.02.2026, 11:52
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Legalization and Import of Cars. Dastan Bekeshev Asks the Cabinet to Make Concessions for a Number of Citizens

At the meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh on February 4, Bekeshev raised the issue that many Kyrgyz citizens living in Kazakhstan and Russia face difficulties when trying to enter the country in vehicles registered outside of Kyrgyzstan due to the existing ban. He expressed understanding of the reasons why this decision was made by the government but requested a review of the conditions, allowing citizens to enter for at least a month and to obtain temporary registration at the border to avoid

04.02.2026, 11:49
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Searches were conducted in the Paris offices of Elon Musk's company X.

Searches were conducted in the offices of Elon Musk's company, known as X (formerly Twitter), in Paris. This event is part of an investigation initiated by the cybercrime prosecution in 2025, as reported by Le Figaro. The investigation has led to summonses for both Elon Musk and his former CEO Linda Yaccarino to appear in court on April 20, according to prosecutor Laura Beccuo.

04.02.2026, 11:33
KOICA to allocate up to $10 million for improving air quality in Kyrgyzstan
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KOICA to allocate up to $10 million for improving air quality in Kyrgyzstan

A meeting was held at the Ministry of Natural Resources, Ecology and Technical Supervision of Kyrgyzstan, where the implementation of a new project aimed at improving air quality was discussed. This project, supported by the government of the Republic of Korea, will operate from 2026 to 2028 in Bishkek and the Chui region, with funding of up to $10 million. This information was provided by the ministry's press service.

04.02.2026, 11:31
Russian companies are interested in building hotels on Issyk-Kul
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Russian companies are interested in building hotels on Issyk-Kul

On February 3, 2026, a meeting took place in Yekaterinburg between the Consul General of the Kyrgyz Republic, Maksat Tentimishov, and Vyacheslav Shchukin, the General Director of the Real Trade Group of Companies. This information was provided by the press service of the consulate. During the discussion, the possibilities of attracting investments for the construction of tourist facilities on the shores of Issyk-Kul were considered.

04.02.2026, 11:31
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Our People Abroad: Meerim Eshkojoeva from Talas Moved to Live in a Resort City in South Korea with Her Husband

Turmush continues to tell the stories of Kyrgyz people living, working, and studying abroad. The next heroine of the column is Meerim Eshkojoeva. She was born in 1995 in Talas and is married. Meerim lives and works in South Korea with her husband — in the resort city of Sokcho. Both have found jobs in a hotel. According to her, Sokcho is characterized by a calm atmosphere, clean air, and a combination of sea and mountains.

04.02.2026, 11:30
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WHO: Up to 40 percent of cancer cases can be prevented

According to a new global study conducted by the World Health Organization (WHO) in collaboration with the International Agency for Research on Cancer, up to 40% of cancer cases worldwide can be prevented. This data was summarized based on an analysis of information from 185 countries, covering 36 types of cancer. Within the study, 30 preventable risk factors were examined, including smoking, alcohol consumption, high body weight, lack of physical activity, air pollution, and exposure to

04.02.2026, 11:28
The condition of the roads and bus stops was discussed with the residents of the village of Orok.
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The condition of the roads and bus stops was discussed with the residents of the village of Orok.

In the capital of Kyrgyzstan, Bishkek, a meeting was held with local residents of the village of Orok, which was annexed to the Lenin district as a result of the administrative-territorial reform. The event was organized to discuss issues related to transportation infrastructure, as reported by the city administration. Among the participants of the meeting were Deputy of the Jogorku Kenesh Janibek Abirov, Deputy of the Bishkek City Kenesh Tilek Asylbekov, Director of the Department of

04.02.2026, 11:23
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In Kyrgyzstan, the diagnosis of childhood cancer has improved. A checklist for vigilance.

According to information provided by the public fund "Sun of Hope," positive changes have occurred in the diagnosis of childhood cancer in Kyrgyzstan. Sultan Stambekov, head of the pediatric oncology department at the National Center for Maternal and Child Health (NCMCH), shared important data. Dr. Stambekov noted that childhood cancer is an immutable factor, independent of ecology or harmful habits, making its consequences particularly serious as it results from genetic mutations.

04.02.2026, 11:21
Workshops at the Kyrgyz State Opera and Ballet Theater are set for demolition
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Workshops at the Kyrgyz State Opera and Ballet Theater are set for demolition

The building has been declared emergency, and a new site has been designated for its replacement. The artistic workshops, which have been creating decorations for national performances of the Kyrgyz State Opera and Ballet Theater for many years, will be relocated. This was announced by the Ministry of Culture of Kyrgyzstan. A seismic examination conducted by the State Institute of Seismic Resistant Construction and Engineering Design confirmed that the workshop building can no longer be used.

04.02.2026, 11:18
Transfer of the special school for the blind. Officials promise to consider parents' suggestions.
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Transfer of the special school for the blind. Officials promise to consider parents' suggestions.

Recently, a meeting took place between the leadership of the Ministry of Education, headed by Dogdurkul Kendirbaev, and the parents of students from the special educational boarding school for blind and visually impaired children. The discussion also included First Deputy Minister Mukhtarbek Baymurzaev, Deputy Minister of Construction, Architecture, and Housing and Communal Services Bakai Turdugulov, and Deputy Mayor of Bishkek Victoria Mozgacheva. The main topic of the meeting was the project

04.02.2026, 11:11
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The deputy proposes to check all rehabilitation centers

At the meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh held on February 4, Omurzakov reminded about the recent disclosure of a scheme by the State Committee for National Security (GKNB), where a rehabilitation center, under the pretext of helping people with alcohol and drug dependencies, actually used violence and earned up to 80,000 soms per patient monthly. The deputy noted: "There are reports of cases of death," and urged the GKNB, together with the Ministry of Health, to continue inspections of

04.02.2026, 11:10
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The first wind power plant in Kyrgyzstan has started generating megawatts

The first wind power plant in Kyrgyzstan has successfully begun supplying electricity to the grid. This was announced by the chairwoman of the Association of Green Power Stations of the Kyrgyz Republic, Kundus Kyrbasheva, on her social media. She noted that this step represents a transition from theory to practice and marks a new stage in the development of wind energy in the country.

04.02.2026, 11:06
Lawyer Timur Imankulov made a statement regarding the leadership of the HAC of Kyrgyzstan
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Lawyer Timur Imankulov made a statement regarding the leadership of the HAC of Kyrgyzstan

The statement is aimed at establishing constructive communication in the legal and professional spheres. Lawyer Timur Imankulov made an official statement regarding the leadership of the Higher Attestation Commission of the Kyrgyz Republic (HAC). In his speech, he touched upon the appeals he had previously submitted to state authorities and outlined a new format for interaction. The discussion concerns the decisions of the National Attestation Commission, as a result of which Imankulov was

04.02.2026, 11:05
In Bishkek and Chui Region, a project is being implemented to improve air quality
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In Bishkek and Chui Region, a project is being implemented to improve air quality

On February 2, 2026, a meeting was held at the Ministry of Natural Resources, Ecology and Technical Supervision of the Kyrgyz Republic, attended by Minister Mederbek Mashiev and Deputy Minister Asel Raimkulova. A delegation from the Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA) was also present at the event, as reported by the ministry's press service.

04.02.2026, 11:03
The Bishkek City Hall is looking for available land in the city
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The Bishkek City Hall is looking for available land in the city

A digital registry of such plots is planned to be created At a meeting of the Bishkek City Council, Vice Mayor Mirlan Baigonchokov announced the city's intention to search for available land plots in the capital. He noted that plans include the creation of a digital registry that will allow for accurate identification of which lands are leased and which are available. "We want to digitize the entire territory of the city to provide up-to-date information about land plots," the

04.02.2026, 10:53
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In the residential complex, it was proposed to make the under-construction schools branches of popular educational institutions.

At a recent meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, deputy Altynbek Kudayberdiev proposed an interesting solution: new schools being built in Bishkek and Osh could receive the status of branches of already known and popular educational institutions. He emphasized that despite the construction of new educational facilities, many parents still prefer to send their children to prestigious schools, which requires traveling across the city.

04.02.2026, 10:52
In the center of Bishkek, traffic jams last for hours: utility workers are cutting down trees on the road
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In the center of Bishkek, traffic jams last for hours: utility workers are cutting down trees on the road

Traffic in Bishkek has been hindered due to work being carried out by utility services. Eyewitnesses report that on Kyiv Street, near the intersection with Manas Avenue, crews are cutting down trees right on the roadway. According to witnesses, several lanes of the road are closed, leading to traffic jams. Drivers note that the work is being carried out without prior organization of detour routes, which significantly increases the load on central streets.

04.02.2026, 10:51
The Speaker of the Jogorku Kenesh urged not to criticize deputies for their expressed opinions
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The Speaker of the Jogorku Kenesh urged not to criticize deputies for their expressed opinions

Nurlanbek Turgunbek uulu noted that deputies represent the interests of their constituents. Against the backdrop of the discussion on the initiative to extend the training period for obtaining a driver's license to 10 months, the speaker of the Jogorku Kenesh, Nurlanbek Turgunbek uulu, defended the deputies. He pointed out that the executive branch should not criticize parliamentarians for their opinions, as deputies are the voice of the people and represent the interests of their

04.02.2026, 10:48
A new building with parking has begun construction behind the Bishkek City Hall
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A new building with parking has begun construction behind the Bishkek City Hall

In the center of the capital, on the territory of a closed parking lot behind the Bishkek mayor's office, preparatory work has begun for the construction of a new administrative building. The project includes a two-level underground parking lot. As previously reported by local authorities, the completion of the new facility is scheduled for 2026.

04.02.2026, 10:45
In Bishkek, projects to improve air quality were discussed
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In Bishkek, projects to improve air quality were discussed

On February 3, 2026, a meeting of the interdepartmental commission (IDC) was held at the Ministry of Natural Resources, Ecology, and Technical Supervision of the Kyrgyz Republic, with representatives from over ten different ministries and deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh participating. Important issues concerning the ecological situation in the country were on the agenda.

04.02.2026, 10:43