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The Puppet Theater has opened the season of New Year's performances

On December 19, the State Puppet Theater named after Musa Zhangaziev began its New Year performances, as reported by the press service of the Ministry of Culture. Children from Special School No. 30 in the Sverdlovsk District were the first audience of the theater. They not only watched the show with Father Frost and the Snow Maiden by the New Year tree but also actively participated in interactive games with their favorite fairy tale characters.

23.12.2025, 16:14
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Opening the Southwest Cemetery is not planned - Mayor of Bishkek

During the last session of the Bishkek City Council, issues related to the operation of cemeteries were discussed. Deputy Kazybek Ergeshov raised the problem, noting that residents of the city had reserved plots at the Southwestern cemetery next to the graves of their loved ones.

23.12.2025, 16:12
The climate threatens Kyrgyzstan with floods, losses, and an increase in poverty by 2050
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The climate threatens Kyrgyzstan with floods, losses, and an increase in poverty by 2050

The World Bank has published a Country Report examining climate risks for the Kyrgyz Republic, their impact on the economy, and possible scenarios up to 2050. The document notes that climate change is already affecting the country's key sectors—agriculture, energy, transport, and infrastructure—and that pressure on these areas is expected to increase in the coming decades. Photo from the internet. Kyrgyzstan faces floods, losses, and poverty by 2050 Experts emphasize that Kyrgyzstan can

23.12.2025, 15:54
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The issue of public transport in the villages of Chon-Djar, Kichi Shalta, and Dacha-Raduga has been resolved

Today, a meeting took place between specialists from the Chuy-Bishkek Regional Department of Ground and Water Transport and residents of the villages of Chon-Jar, Kichi Shalta, and Dacha-Raduga, located in the Sokuluk District. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Transport and Communications. During the discussions on-site, the issue of public transport, which had previously caused dissatisfaction among local residents, was raised. As a result of the meeting, the company

23.12.2025, 15:40
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"Balloon - Dangerous". Traumatologist Discusses Winter Injuries in Children

Arthur Satyilganov, a traumatologist at the City Children's Clinical Hospital of Emergency Medical Care and the deputy head of the Department of Pediatric Surgery at KGMA, discussed the most common winter injuries in children on the air of "Birinchi Radio." According to him, the number of injuries in pediatric traumatology is lower in winter than in summer, as children are usually dressed in warm jackets and hats that cushion falls.

23.12.2025, 15:40
A sports complex with an Olympic-standard swimming pool will be built in Karakol.
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A sports complex with an Olympic-standard swimming pool will be built in Karakol.

A new sports complex will be built in Karakol on a 14-hectare site, designed to accommodate 5,000 spectators. The city's mayor, Kanibek Adiev, shared this information during a reporting meeting with residents, summarizing his work over the past year. According to the mayor, the sports complex will be located in the "Kashka-Suu" area and will be equipped with everything necessary, including a swimming pool that meets Olympic standards, as well as a hotel.

23.12.2025, 15:34
The New Year's Tree of the Head of the Region Took Place in Osh
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The New Year's Tree of the Head of the Region Took Place in Osh

On December 23, a New Year event was held in Osh organized by the regional administration for children. According to the press service of the regional administration, about 200 young participants from various corners of the region were invited to the celebration, including honor students and children from large and low-income families.

23.12.2025, 15:31
Residents on the outskirts of Bishkek have achieved an increase in public transport services.
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Residents on the outskirts of Bishkek have achieved an increase in public transport services.

In the Sokuluk district, in the settlements of Chon-Zhar, Kichi Shalta, and Dacha-Raduga, the issue with public transport has finally been resolved. This was announced in a press release from the Ministry of Transport and Communications. Today, December 23, employees of the Chuy-Bishkek regional office of the Department of Ground and Water Transport met with local residents to discuss transportation issues that had previously caused dissatisfaction among citizens.

23.12.2025, 15:25
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The Deputy Head of the Cabinet reported how much funding is allocated in the budget for shelters

At the committee meeting on December 23, Deputy Venera Salyamova raised the issue of the availability of crisis centers for women who have suffered from violence and receive funding from the state budget. Minister of Labor, Social Protection, and Migration Kanat Sagynbaev responded that such centers do not exist, but there are social centers. Salyamova emphasized that in light of the increasing cases of violence, this problem needs to be addressed.

23.12.2025, 15:23
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"Cars are driving onto the sidewalk." Pedestrians are asking for curbs to be installed.

Residents contacted the Call Center Kaktus.media for assistance. They are demanding the installation of curbs along the sidewalk on Yunusalieva Street, 171/1. According to them, after trees were cut down on the street and parking was organized, cars began to park haphazardly, driving onto the sidewalk and creating inconveniences for pedestrians. Despite appeals to the city hall to address the issue, no response has been received. The people insist on the necessity of taking action.

23.12.2025, 15:09
In Bishkek, the results of the construction industry for the record year 2025 were summarized.
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In Bishkek, the results of the construction industry for the record year 2025 were summarized.

On December 22, a summary of the construction industry's performance for the record year 2025 was held in Bishkek, organized by the Ministry of Construction, Architecture, and Housing and Communal Services of the Kyrgyz Republic in collaboration with the Builders' Union. Attendees included Minister Nurdana Oruntaev, President of the Chamber of Commerce and Industry Temir Sariev, Chairman of the Builders' Union Cholponbek Akmatov, as well as Deputy Director of the National

23.12.2025, 15:08
In Bishkek, Toktogul and Kyiv Streets will once again become one-way.
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In Bishkek, Toktogul and Kyiv Streets will once again become one-way.

Photo from the internet In Bishkek, due to the opening of Chuy Avenue, in the coming days, one-way traffic will be introduced on Kiev and Toktogul streets. This change will affect the section from Ibraimov Street to Erkindik Boulevard, as reported by the city hall's press service. To successfully implement these changes, the municipal enterprise "Bishkekasphaltsservice" will install the necessary road signs.

23.12.2025, 15:01
The reconstruction of the fountain in Oak Park is underway in Bishkek. Project sketches
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The reconstruction of the fountain in Oak Park is underway in Bishkek. Project sketches

Photo courtesy of the city hall press service In Bishkek, the "Government" fountain in Dubovy Park is undergoing reconstruction. According to the press service of the city hall, the historical part of the fountain has been preserved and transferred for storage to the municipal enterprise "Tazalyk". Currently, the production of reinforcement frames for three bowls and columns has been completed. Work is underway to refine the formwork necessary for future monolithic

23.12.2025, 14:53
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni is selling gifts received from world leaders
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Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni is selling gifts received from world leaders

The preliminary value of the lots exceeds 800 million euros Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni has decided to sell gifts received from heads of state. According to the law, she is not allowed to use gifts valued over 300 euros. As a result, the items are stored at the Palazzo Chigi, and it has been decided to direct the proceeds from their sale to support those in need, as reported by "1news.az".

23.12.2025, 14:39
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Elvira Surabaldiyeva spoke about the problem that women face in maternity hospitals

At a joint meeting of six committees on December 23, Deputy Elvira Surabaldiyeva reported that maternity hospitals are demanding money from women. According to her, those who can afford to pay choose private clinics, while women with limited financial means turn to state maternity hospitals. However, they are not discharged until they pay for the services, which is a violation, as childbirth should be free.

23.12.2025, 14:38
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In the Bishkek Center for Children, hazing and abuse - BGK deputy

The deputies of the Bishkek City Council discussed alarming facts about the situation at the "Akniyet" center for children in difficult life circumstances. According to Kazybek Ergeshov, teenagers regularly leave the institution, and this happens almost every month. Vice Mayor Victoria Mozgacheva confirmed the existence of the problem, indicating that it mainly concerns children who are in conflict with the law.

23.12.2025, 14:34
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Two Streets in the Center of Bishkek Have Become One-Way Again

You can familiarize yourself with the changes in traffic organization, as one-way traffic is being reintroduced on sections of Kyivskaya and Toktogul streets from Ibraimov to Erkindik Boulevard near Chuy Avenue and the Central Universal Store (TSUM). This information was announced by the press service of the Bishkek city hall. To implement these changes, the company "Bishkekasfaltservice" will install all necessary road signs.

23.12.2025, 14:24
Weekly Social Agricultural Fairs Are Held in the Chon-Alai District
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Weekly Social Agricultural Fairs Are Held in the Chon-Alai District

Every week, on Tuesdays, agricultural fairs are organized at the central market in the Chon-Alai district. This was reported by the Ministry of Agriculture of the Kyrgyz Republic. These fairs provide farmers and peasants with an excellent opportunity to sell their products directly, bypassing intermediaries. This initiative aims to provide local residents with fresh and high-quality food products that are environmentally friendly.

23.12.2025, 14:24
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In the city of Manas, energy workers were congratulated

A festive event dedicated to Energy Day took place in Manas, where employees of the Jalal-Abad Electric Networks Enterprise gathered. Among the participants of the celebration were the Deputy Minister of Energy Altynbek Rysbekov and the Plenipotentiary Representative of the President in the Jalal-Abad Region Tilek Tekebaev, as well as representatives of relevant organizations.

23.12.2025, 14:23
New Year Trees for Children Held in Jumgal and Kochkor Districts
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New Year Trees for Children Held in Jumgal and Kochkor Districts

According to information provided by the authorized representative of the president in the Naryn region, New Year celebrations for children took place on December 22 in the Jumgal and Kochkor districts. The Deputy Head of the region, Aydana Imanalieva, who attended the event, congratulated the young participants on the upcoming New Year and presented them with gifts on behalf of the authorized representative.

23.12.2025, 14:16
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"Nowhere to take shelter from the rain and snow." City residents are asking to restore the demolished bus stops.

In the Call Center Kaktus.media, there have been complaints from residents who are unhappy with the demolition of public transport stops. Local residents report that the restoration of these stops has been delayed. “A good stop was demolished over a year ago at the intersection of Gorky and Yunusaliev streets. Since then, we only hear promises about restoration, but the situation remains the same. People have nowhere to take shelter from the rain, snow, and sun in the summer,” they say.

23.12.2025, 14:11
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On the Bypass Road Bishkek–Naryn–Torugart, a Container Fell from a Truck onto the Highway

On the highway leading to the village of Luxembourg in the city of Kant, located in the Chui region, an incident occurred: a container from a truck rolled onto the roadway. This was reported by witnesses of the incident. This case was recorded on December 22. According to eyewitnesses, at the time of the accident, the road was shrouded in thick fog, which significantly reduced visibility. "Due to the heavy fog, the road was almost invisible, and it was at that moment that the collision

23.12.2025, 14:10
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On the site of the demolished central market in the city of Osh, it was proposed to retain a number of facilities.

Deputy Kutmanaly Abdurakhman uulu from the "Muras" faction expressed an initiative to preserve ethnic elements at the site of the old central market in Osh, including sellers of "beshik" and blacksmiths. During the session on December 23, he raised a question about the future of this place. "I propose to organize an ethnic market. Let those who sell 'beshik', make horseshoes, and work with metal stay here. This will be beneficial for a city with a history of

23.12.2025, 14:09
One-way traffic is being introduced on the sections of Kyivskaya and Toktogula streets in Bishkek.
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One-way traffic is being introduced on the sections of Kyivskaya and Toktogula streets in Bishkek.

In connection with the recent opening of Chuy Avenue, in the coming days, one-way traffic will be introduced on sections of Kyivskaya and Toktogul streets, from Ibraimov Street to Erkindik Boulevard. This information is provided by representatives of the Bishkek City Hall. To implement these changes, the municipal enterprise "Bishkekasfaltservice" will take care of installing the necessary road signs.

23.12.2025, 13:56
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Increased Control Over Trucks Transporting Beet Pulp on the Karabalta-Chaldybar Highway

In the Chuy region, on the highway Kara-Balta—Chaldybar, there is an increase in control over vehicles transporting beet pulp — the waste from sugar beet processing, reports Turmush correspondent. The sugar factory located in the city of Kain dy produces pulp, which is then loaded onto a large number of trucks and sent for sale as animal feed. However, during transportation, the pulp often spills onto the road, leading to the formation of an icy crust and causing dissatisfaction among drivers

23.12.2025, 13:42
A leather factory will be built in the Ysyk-Ata district.
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A leather factory will be built in the Ysyk-Ata district.

A new leather processing plant is planned to be built in the Issyk-Ata district. The Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry, Bakyt Torobaev, announced this in a live broadcast on Birinchi Radio. The minister reported that a 100-hectare plot of land, previously privately owned and unused, has been transferred to state ownership and allocated to the "Agroholding." This project is being implemented under the directive of the President

23.12.2025, 13:41
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The Housing Committee approved the candidacy of Kanybek Dosmambetov for the position of Minister of Health

Today, December 23, the Committee on Constitutional Legislation, Local Self-Government, and Regulations of the Jogorku Kenesh gave a positive conclusion on the candidacy of Kanybek Dosmambetov for the position of Minister of Health. During the meeting, Deputy Gulnara Akimbaeva asked Dosmambetov questions regarding the fight against corruption. Deputy Venera Salyamova emphasized the need for effective personnel policies in healthcare. Kubanychbek Samakov raised the issue of the need for medical

23.12.2025, 13:38
For the first time, the Kyrgyz seed industry enters the global market – Ministry of Agriculture
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For the first time, the Kyrgyz seed industry enters the global market – Ministry of Agriculture

The Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry of Kyrgyzstan has reported significant achievements in the fields of seed production, livestock breeding, nurseries, and veterinary medicine. According to the ministry's data, there are 86 seed production farms operating in the country. Over the past 11 months, 4,485 tons of high-quality wheat seeds have been harvested, and the number of farmers receiving seeds has increased by 14% compared to 2024, reaching 2,782.

23.12.2025, 13:32