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"Seven Years of Silence". How People Living with HIV Fear Seeking Help Due to Stigma

In Kyrgyzstan, a significant change in the vector of the HIV epidemic is observed: the infection is increasingly being detected among groups not classified as key populations. This data is presented in the report of the study "Index of Stigmatization of People Living with HIV." The authors of the study reminded that the republic has set ambitious goals - to eradicate the HIV epidemic by 2030. The aim is to achieve the 95-95-95 targets by 2026. However, as indicated in the study, to

09.12.2025, 17:50
The Kyrgyzstan national team may be led by a famous footballer from Croatia
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The Kyrgyzstan national team may be led by a famous footballer from Croatia

On November 8, a working meeting took place at the Kyrgyz Football Union with a delegation from Croatia, led by Robert Prosinečki, a well-known football player and coach in Europe. The press service of the KFU reports that the organization was represented in the negotiations by First Vice President Nurdin Bukuev, General Secretary Mederbek Sydykov, and Technical Director Dainis Kazakevich. The Croatian delegation included Štefan Dovina, Franjo Herceg, Brane Golubić, Gordan Ciprić, and Zoran

09.12.2025, 17:46
Batken Region Presented 10 New Products Created Using Japanese Technology
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Batken Region Presented 10 New Products Created Using Japanese Technology

html As part of the "One Village - One Product" project, which has been in operation since 2018, the Batken region presented ten new products developed using Japanese technologies. According to information from the regional administration, a selection took place at a recent meeting of the brand committee, during which the new products were presented. Among them are: tea made from apricot flowers, beet nectar, raspberry concentrate, dried apricot with a kernel, walnuts with dried

09.12.2025, 17:43
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Ministry of Culture on the Restoration of Tash-Rabat: The Architectural Monument is Under Threat of Destruction Due to Natural and Anthropogenic Impacts

The Ministry of Culture, Information, and Youth Policy has made a statement regarding the ongoing work at the Tash-Rabat caravanserai, located in the Naryn region. According to the department, this architectural monument is facing the threat of destruction caused by both natural and anthropogenic factors. In this regard, a tender for restoration was announced in 2025, with the winner being the JSC "Yug-Stroyservice." The specified work is being carried out as part of the state program

09.12.2025, 17:36
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Unusual Names: Many Laugh, Thinking That Anapiyaeva from Suzaka Has a Male Name

Bakdöölöt Anapiyeva, a resident of the village of Taran-Bazar in the Kök-Art rural district of the Suzak region in the Jalal-Abad region, has become the new heroine of our column "Unusual Names." Currently, she is managing a blog from home and works as an elementary school teacher. Bakdöölöt received her education at the "Nur" college in Jalal-Abad and then continued her studies at the Osh State University of Humanities and Education.

09.12.2025, 17:21
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Tashiev: International organizations that compile country rankings are themselves corrupt

Kamchybek Tashiev, who holds the position of Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers and heads the State Committee for National Security (GKNB), expressed his opinion on the politicization of certain international organizations that compile country rankings on corruption. In an interview on Region TV, he noted that certain international structures may be involved in corrupt schemes, and this needs to be discussed. Tashiev emphasized that corruption in Kyrgyzstan has significantly decreased

09.12.2025, 17:20
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Students of Ak-Tala urge drivers to follow 5 rules

In the Naryn region, in the village of Bayetov, a foot march called "Know the Traffic Rules!" took place, reports Turmush correspondent. As noted by Asykbek Shakulov, head of the district department for road safety, this event was organized with the support of the internal affairs department, the district administration, and the education department. The main goal of the march is to reduce the number of traffic accidents and to urge both drivers and pedestrians to strictly adhere to

09.12.2025, 17:18
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Warning for Drivers: Restrictions Introduced on the Bishkek–Naryn–Torugart Highway Due to Bad Weather

On the Bishkek–Naryn–Torugart highway and the Dolon Pass, worsening weather conditions are observed, including snowfall, fog, and ice. The road surface has become slippery. According to information from the Road Safety Department of the Interior Ministry of Naryn Region, temporary restrictions have been imposed on freight vehicles in the following areas:

09.12.2025, 17:15
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The Supreme Court Launches Live Broadcast of Open Court Sessions for the First Time

In Kyrgyzstan, the Supreme Court has announced the launch of a pilot program that will allow for the live streaming of court sessions. The relevant information was provided by the court's press service. This project is being implemented in accordance with the latest amendments to the Criminal Procedure Code and as part of efforts to reduce bureaucracy in government agencies. Video recordings of sessions will begin in November-December and will cover various categories of cases.

09.12.2025, 17:15
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Muftis of Russia and Central Asia Supported the Refusal of Niqabs and Public Prayers

At the international Islamic conference held in Astrakhan, several respected muftis from Russia, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, and Uzbekistan made significant recommendations for Muslims. This was reported by Russian news agencies. In particular, they strongly recommended that believers refrain from wearing niqabs in crowded places, government institutions, and educational establishments, which will help ensure safety and simplify the process of identity verification. Conference participants

09.12.2025, 17:12
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"Occupied a Corner in the House of Culture." Tashiev spoke about the working conditions of the GKNB employees.

In an interview, the head of the State Committee for National Security, Kamchybek Tashiev, noted that in the past, employees did not have proper working conditions. He pointed out issues with accommodation, explaining that many properties in Kyrgyzstan had been privatized illegally. As a result, some state institutions were left without their own buildings.

09.12.2025, 17:12
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Increased Veterinary Control at Livestock Markets

As part of the fight against the spread of infectious diseases, the State Service for Veterinary and Phytosanitary Surveillance, operating under the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry of the Kyrgyz Republic, is strengthening control at livestock markets and large farms. According to new guidelines, bringing animals to the market without a veterinary certificate is a serious violation. This rule is based on the necessity to prevent outbreaks of infections, as

09.12.2025, 17:11
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Rise of ARVI. Schools go into quarantine when 20 percent of students are absent.

According to regulatory acts, if more than 20% of students are absent from an educational institution, the school can be closed for quarantine or switched to distance learning. This was reported by Dinara Otorbaeva, head of the department for disease prevention and state sanitary-epidemiological supervision, in an interview on "Birinchi Radio." She clarified that in cases where the total number of absentees does not reach 20%, but the figure exceeds that in individual classes,

09.12.2025, 16:57
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Support Provided to People with Disabilities in Uzgen District

In anticipation of the International Day of Persons with Disabilities, which takes place on December 3, local authorities, including the rural administration of Myrza-Ake and deputies, provided assistance to citizens with disabilities. This was reported by a correspondent from Turmush. Ruslan Talantbek uulu, the head of the rural administration of Myrza-Ake, visited people with disabilities and personally handed them gifts, emphasizing that such support will continue in the future.

09.12.2025, 16:56
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You can both cry and rejoice. Official on the rise in prices for agricultural products

In Kyrgyzstan, the increase in food prices has been influenced by both internal and external factors. This information was announced on "Birinchi Radio" by the head of the food security department of the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry, Uran Chekirbaev. Chekirbaev noted that internal reasons include the growth of the gross domestic product and an increase in wages. "Both budgetary and private institutions have started to raise salaries. The

09.12.2025, 16:52
In Bishkek, a teenager with severe vascular pathology was successfully operated on
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In Bishkek, a teenager with severe vascular pathology was successfully operated on

At the Research Institute of Heart Surgery and Organ Transplantation (NIIHSiTO), a unique heart surgery was performed on a 15-year-old teenager suffering from severe vascular pathology. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Health. According to the agency, the patient was diagnosed with fibromuscular dysplasia, which affected the abdominal aorta and its major branches.

09.12.2025, 16:45
When can schools be closed for quarantine in Kyrgyzstan?
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When can schools be closed for quarantine in Kyrgyzstan?

The doctor strongly recommended that parents avoid hospitals During broadcasts on "Birinchi Radio," the head of the Department of Disease Prevention and State Sanitary and Epidemiological Surveillance, Dinara Otorbaeva, stated that quarantine in educational institutions may be introduced if 20% of students become ill with ARVI or influenza.

09.12.2025, 16:42
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"Only Cars Were Evacuated." A City Resident Complains About the Selective Approach of the Urban Public Safety Management

According to information received by the Call Center Kaktus.media, one of the residents expressed dissatisfaction. He reported that on December 8, at 1:00 PM, the City Emergency Service (УПСМ) evacuated two cars parked in front of the pedestrian crossing at the intersection of Erkindik Avenue and Chokmorov Street. Meanwhile, two SUVs located directly at the crossing were left unattended. The second tow truck, according to the reader, was free and left without attempting to take the SUVs.

09.12.2025, 16:41
The traditional friendship tournament "Muras" will be held in Bishkek.
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The traditional friendship tournament "Muras" will be held in Bishkek.

From December 13 to 14, the traditional friendship tournament "Muras" will be held in Bishkek, featuring 16 teams representing various regions of Kyrgyzstan. This tournament was founded in 2022 by the country's Football Federation with the support of President Sadyr Japarov and will take place for the ninth time this year. Last year, the championship title was won by the team "Den sooluk".

09.12.2025, 16:39
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How Students in Chuy Region Are Engaged in the Fight Against Corruption

In the Moscow district of the Chuy region, on the International Anti-Corruption Day, employees of the district prosecutor's office held a meeting with students, the district prosecutor's office reported. According to the agency, the event took place in the prosecutor's office building. Students from the Kyrgyz-Russian Professional Lyceum No. 28, located in the village of Belovodskoye, participated in it. The district prosecutor's office was the initiator of the meeting.

09.12.2025, 16:39
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After a surprise inspection by the president's representative, the mayor of Tokmok tightened requirements for city services

On December 8, the mayor of Tokmok, Altynbek Ergeshov, held a staff meeting where reports on previously issued instructions were discussed, and the work of some city services was criticized. During this meeting, the mayor expressed his dissatisfaction with the quality and timeliness of a number of tasks, noting that the efficiency of certain services leaves much to be desired.

09.12.2025, 16:36
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A new procedure for strengthening the protection of historical and cultural heritage has been approved in Kyrgyzstan

According to the law adopted on July 31, 2025, under number 175 "On Amendments to the Law on the Protection and Use of Historical and Cultural Heritage," a list of territories with high potential for the discovery of historical and cultural heritage objects has been approved. The Ministry of Culture reports that this list establishes the procedure for conducting archaeological surveys on various land plots and is aimed at protecting the cultural heritage of the country.

09.12.2025, 16:20
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At the Research Institute of Traumatology and Orthopedics, a 15-year-old patient with severe vascular pathology was saved.

At the Research Institute of Heart Surgery and Organ Transplantation (NIIHSTO), one of the most complex operations was successfully completed, saving the life of a 15-year-old boy suffering from a serious vascular pathology. The press service of the Ministry of Health reported this medical achievement. On October 29, 2025, the team of surgeons at NIIHSTO performed a high-tech intervention for the prosthetics of the abdominal aorta and its branches. The operation was lengthy and technically

09.12.2025, 15:56
The Cabinet allocated 133 million soms for increasing the salaries of scientists in Kyrgyzstan.
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The Cabinet allocated 133 million soms for increasing the salaries of scientists in Kyrgyzstan.

The Cabinet of Ministers of Kyrgyzstan has decided to allocate additional financial resources for increasing the salaries of employees of scientific institutions. This order is the result of implementing a presidential decree issued on October 13, 2025, as well as the requirements of the Budget Code. According to the specified document, the Ministry of Finance has been instructed to transfer the following amounts from the republican budget:

09.12.2025, 15:49
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The Path to the "Paishamba" Bazaar Will Reopen: A New Bridge is Being Built in Kadamjay

In the Kadamjay district, work has begun on the restoration of the bridge at the Ötükçü [Otokchu] border crossing, located on the Kайтпас—Ötükçü (Otokchu) road, which has become unusable. In the summer of this year, the water level in the Kojashtken River reached a critical mark—over 250 cubic meters per second. This led to damage to the bridge, making it unusable.

09.12.2025, 15:49
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The village administration of Arashan received 7 units of special equipment to improve infrastructure.

The head of the rural administration of Arashan, located in the Alamidin district of the Chuy region, Samat Bolgonbaev, informed a Turmush correspondent about the arrival of 7 units of special equipment. According to him, the equipment was purchased through a state leasing company and includes a front loader, an excavator, a grader, and a heavy truck. In the coming days, the arrival of two garbage trucks and a crane-manipulator (aerial lift) is expected.

09.12.2025, 15:34
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""It Was Unpleasant". Tashiev spoke about the former Prime Minister with whom he found himself at the same table"

Today, December 9, the world celebrates International Anti-Corruption Day. In an interview with Region TV, Deputy Prime Minister and head of the State Committee for National Security (GKNB) Kamchybek Tashiev shared information about the current work in this direction. According to him, corruption most often manifests itself in government structures rather than among ordinary citizens. Corrupt practices typically arise during the allocation of budget funds.

09.12.2025, 15:30
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Optimization? In the middle of the year, parents of schoolchildren in Osh faced new problems.

The editorial office of Kaktus.media was contacted by concerned parents of students from several schools in Osh. They reported that in the middle of the academic year, they were informed about the forced transfer of their children to other educational institutions. Dissolution of Uzbek ClassesAccording to the parents, the changes primarily affected schools No. 1 named after A. Fedchenko and No. 41 named after K. Abdullayev, where both Russian and Uzbek classes were functioning. Now, by the

09.12.2025, 15:28
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Photo - One of the first women pilots of Kyrgyzstan, J. Musaeva, made 312 parachute jumps

Zhumagul Musaeva, one of the first female pilots of Kyrgyzstan, is known not only for her achievements in aviation but also as an important figure in the history of the country. Shahida Seydalieva, an employee of the local history museum in the Kochkor district, spoke about her life and contributions. In 1922, Zhumagul Musaeva was born in the village of Ortok (formerly Ak-Kuduk).

09.12.2025, 15:17
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Louvre Workers Announce Indefinite Strike

On December 15, Louvre employees will begin an indefinite strike, protesting against worsening working conditions, reports Euronews. According to the unions, the recent theft of the French crown jewels is just a small part of deeper issues.

09.12.2025, 14:47