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The Public Service Centers processed 3.6 million requests in a year. How many services were provided online?
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The Public Service Centers processed 3.6 million requests in a year. How many services were provided online?

The final meeting of the State Institution "Kyzmat" took place with the participation of the Deputy Head of the President's Office, Almaz Raimbekov, and the heads of the Public Service Centers (PSC) and marriage registration offices. Photo courtesy of the press service of the State Institution "Kyzmat". Photo courtesy of the press service of the State Institution "Kyzmat". Photo courtesy of the press service of the State Institution "Kyzmat". Photo

23.12.2025, 09:25
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Entrepreneurs claimed that they are being "protected" by Deputy Mayor Ramiz Aliyev, but they were not believed.

At one of the sites on Gorky Street in Bishkek, the municipal enterprise "Tazalyk" identified violations related to the handling of solid household waste. These violations were discovered by the subscriber service as a result of checking contractual relationships. According to information from "Tazalyk," the subscriber service employees were unable to gain access to the site for a long time to update the contract for waste collection. During the inspection, it was revealed

23.12.2025, 09:22
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In the USA, illegal migrants are offered $3,000 for voluntary departure

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has announced an increase in financial incentives for illegal migrants who agree to leave the country by the end of the current year. This information was published in an official press release from the agency. According to the statement, migrants who are in the U.S. without legal documentation can receive $3,000 and a free plane ticket to their home country if they register for voluntary deportation through the CBP Home mobile app. Participation

23.12.2025, 09:21
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The Cabinet approved a new list of agencies authorized to wear uniforms

The Cabinet of Ministers has made a decision to approve a new list of state and municipal bodies authorized to use special uniforms. This resolution replaces all previous decisions regarding uniforms made between 2015 and 2025. The document presents an updated list of structures granted the right to wear uniforms. It includes government institutions, as well as executive bodies of local self-government and subordinate organizations.

23.12.2025, 09:21
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In 2025, the Ministry of Transport exceeded the plan for road paving

In 2025, the Ministry of Transport and Communications achieved impressive results in the repair and construction of roads, including strategic, state, and local routes, as well as international transport corridors. These efforts allowed for exceeding planned indicators, setting new records. The dynamics of road asphalting over the past five years are as follows:

23.12.2025, 09:08
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In 2026, 40,000 workers from India will arrive in Russia

In 2026, the arrival of 40,000 workers from India to Russia is expected. This was stated by Boris Titov, the special representative of the President of Russia for interaction with international organizations in the field of sustainable development, in an interview with RIA Novosti, as reported by DW. According to Titov, there has been a significant increase in interest from Russian employers in Indian labor migrants in recent years. This decision is expected to help reduce the labor shortage in

23.12.2025, 09:05
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In 2025, the Public Service Centers of Kyrgyzstan provided 3.6 million services

The final meeting took place at the state institution "Kyzmat" with the participation of the Deputy Head of the President's Office Almaz Raimbekov and the heads of the public service centers (PSC) and wedding palaces. During the meeting, it was noted that in 2025, the public service centers received 3 million 600 thousand requests, of which 527 thousand were fulfilled in digital format. Among the online services registered were: birth — 3 thousand 243, name change — 2 thousand

23.12.2025, 08:51
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In education projects, the Audit Chamber identified management failures

The audit conducted by the Accounts Chamber covered the projects "Education for the Future" and "Strengthening the Foundations of Learning," which are aimed at developing school and preschool education in Kyrgyzstan. Despite formal compliance with the stated goals, significant management and financial issues were identified during implementation.

23.12.2025, 08:40
Aibek Junushaliev launched the project for the construction of the Eastern Bypass Road
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Aibek Junushaliev launched the project for the construction of the Eastern Bypass Road

The Mayor of Bishkek, Aibek Junushaliev, announced the start of one of the important infrastructure projects in the capital — the construction of the Eastern Bypass Road. The city administration made the corresponding statement. According to the information, the new transport corridor will run in the eastern part of the city, outside the densely built-up area. The length of the Eastern Bypass Road will be 16 kilometers. As part of the project, it is planned to build five major transport

23.12.2025, 07:32
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The Head of the Cabinet presented state awards for contributions to the country's development

On December 22, honorary certificates from the Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic were presented by the Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers and the Head of the Presidential Administration, Adylbek Kasymaliev. According to information provided by the government, these awards were given in recognition of the contributions of several citizens and public servants who have made a significant impact on the development of the country. The awarded individuals demonstrated outstanding

22.12.2025, 22:56
British singer Chris Rea, author of the hit The Road to Hell, has died
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British singer Chris Rea, author of the hit The Road to Hell, has died

Photo from the internet Chris Rea, the renowned British singer and guitarist, has passed away at the age of 74. He was the author of many popular melodies, among which The Road to Hell stands out particularly. This was reported by BBC News. The musician's family released a statement: “It is with great sadness that we announce the death of our dear Chris. He left us today in the hospital, surrounded by loved ones, after a short illness.”

22.12.2025, 22:44
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Honored Coach Juzup Kalilov Has Passed Away

On December 21, the world lost Juzup Kalilovich Kalilov, a distinguished coach of the Kyrgyz Republic. This sad news was reported by his loved ones. For many years, he held the position of senior coach-instructor in Greco-Roman wrestling at the Republican Olympic Reserve School named after Sh. Sydykov. Kalilov was awarded numerous honors, including: Honored Worker of Culture of the Kyrgyz Republic (presidential decree, January 2003) Certificate of Honor of the Kyrgyz Republic for contributions

22.12.2025, 22:30
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The Cabinet has appointed a contractor for the major repair of the road to the Bishkek sanitary landfill.

The Cabinet of Ministers has decided to carry out major repairs on the road leading to the Bishkek sanitary landfill, according to order No. 1032-t. In accordance with this order, the contracting authority for the repair work has been designated as the municipal body of the Bishkek city mayor's office responsible for the Pervomaisky administrative district. The work will cover the section from the checkpoint of the municipal enterprise "Bishkek Sanitary Landfill" to the territory

22.12.2025, 22:24
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Roskomnadzor Threatens to Block WhatsApp Again

In an interview with the agency "Moscow," Roskomnadzor announced its plans to continue imposing restrictive measures against WhatsApp. The reason for this is the violations by the messenger, which, according to the regulator, "does not comply with the requirements aimed at preventing and suppressing crimes on the territory of Russia." This was reported by the publication Meduza. As noted by Roskomnadzor, if WhatsApp does not start adhering to Russian laws, its operations in

22.12.2025, 22:08
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The route of electric bus No. 2 has been changed in Bishkek

Starting from December 23, 2025, there will be a partial change in the route of electric bus No. 2 in Bishkek. According to information provided by the city administration, this decision is aimed at optimizing the operation of public transport and improving the quality of transport services for the city's residents.

22.12.2025, 21:35
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In Kara-Kul, energy workers were fixing outages due to freezing rain in the deep of night

Over the past ten days, heavy rains and snowfalls have been observed in Kara-Kul. As a result of this phenomenon, ice deposits formed on electrical wires, and at night, trees, unable to bear their weight, fell, leading to power outages in various areas of the city. According to local residents, despite the time of day — around three in the morning — and the continuous precipitation, the electrical network workers quickly responded to emergency situations, going to the scenes of incidents and

22.12.2025, 21:31
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In Tokmok, the private livestock market will close on January 1st.

According to the information, this market operated on a commercial basis, charging fees for the placement and sale of agricultural animals. However, the tenants did not make the necessary investments to ensure an adequate level of engineering, sanitary, and veterinary infrastructure. The closure of the market was a consequence of regular violations of veterinary-sanitary, sanitary-epidemiological, and environmental standards, as well as non-compliance with safety and infrastructure

22.12.2025, 20:55
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The new school in the Chui district was tested for strength: concrete and masonry were tested

In the village of Chuy, an on-site inspection of construction work at the new School No. 1 named after Markov, which is designed for 375 students, took place. This was reported by the Ministry of Construction of the Kyrgyz Republic. Quality control of the work was carried out by specialists from the Republican Center for Certification in Construction. They conducted tests on the strength of reinforced concrete columns and diaphragms, as well as checked the composition of the concrete at the

22.12.2025, 20:37
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The Chui Chamber Orchestra Brightened the Wait for Flights at Osh Airport with a Live Concert

At Osh Airport, a live performance by the Chuy Chamber Orchestra became a pleasant entertainment for passengers waiting for their flight. A video of the concert appeared on social media. The musicians were on their way back to Bishkek after a tour; however, thick fog caused the cancellation of all flights. Together with other passengers, they spent a whole day waiting for their departure and ultimately decided to delight everyone present with their musical performance.

22.12.2025, 20:16
Construction of the eastern bypass road with an overpass bridge has begun in Bishkek
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Construction of the eastern bypass road with an overpass bridge has begun in Bishkek

Photo by the press service of the mayor's office The work on an important infrastructure project — the eastern bypass road — has begun in Bishkek. The city's mayor, Aibek Junushaliev, announced this through the press service of the mayor's office. The project includes the creation of five major transport interchanges and the construction of an elevated bridge in the Kant area.

22.12.2025, 19:23
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Baisalov: We will demand that all graduates are proficient in the state language

At the republican pedagogical conference held on December 22, Deputy Prime Minister Edil Baisalov announced the need to revise the approach to teaching the Kyrgyz language in educational institutions. In his opinion, proficiency in the state language is not just a formality, but an important aspect for active participation in the professional and social life of the country.

22.12.2025, 19:13
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In Bishkek, a minor with Down syndrome is being sought

In Bishkek, a minor, Arsen Aivarovich Omurbekov, born in 2010 and having Down syndrome, is being sought. His brother reported his disappearance to the Lenin District Internal Affairs Department on December 22. According to information provided by his brother, Arsen left the building of secondary school No. 22 around 1:09 PM that same day, and his whereabouts have been unknown since then. A missing person report has been registered in the automated information system of the Lenin District

22.12.2025, 19:07
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Baisalov proposed to give a new name to the generation of children studying under the 12-year model

At the republican pedagogical meeting, Deputy Prime Minister Edil Baisalov expressed the idea of a new name for the future generation of Kyrgyzstani children who will be educated under the updated education model. He emphasized that the young generation will be distinguished by the knowledge they acquire through the new system and will live in a transformed Kyrgyzstan in the future.

22.12.2025, 19:04
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Luke Coffey: The U.S. Should Strive to Strengthen Ties with the Turkic Bloc

The recent visit of the Secretary General of the Turkic States Organization, Kubanychbek Omuraliev, to Washington was an important event in geopolitics. He met with representatives of the State Department, members of Congress, and political leaders, which may contribute to deepening relations between the U.S. and the Turkic world. This is mentioned in an article by Luke Coffey, a senior fellow at the Hudson Institute, published in Arab News. This visit occurred after a significant meeting

22.12.2025, 19:01
The Acting Head of the Ministry of Health instructed to launch a unified electronic database of medicines
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The Acting Head of the Ministry of Health instructed to launch a unified electronic database of medicines

Acting Minister of Health Kanbek Dosmambetov held a meeting with a working group dedicated to the issues of providing citizens with quality medications. This was reported by the press center of the Ministry. During the discussion, issues were raised regarding the need to establish a continuous supply of essential medications to the country. The importance of eliminating bureaucratic barriers and reducing the time and queues associated with the registration of drugs from the list of essential

22.12.2025, 19:00
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The livestock market in Tokmok will close from January 1.

Starting January 1, the livestock market in Tokmok will cease operations, as announced by the city administration. The market, which operated on a commercial basis, failed to meet the necessary sanitary and technical conditions, which led to its closure.

22.12.2025, 18:52
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What Should a Modern School Teacher Be Like? Opinion of Edil Baysalov

At a recent educational meeting, Deputy Prime Minister Edil Baisalov noted that the role of a teacher in modern society has significantly expanded. According to him, while earlier the main focus was on teaching basic skills, today the emphasis is shifting towards developing a personality capable of adapting to rapidly changing life conditions. A 21st-century teacher must not only share knowledge but also foster critical thinking in children, the ability to make informed choices, and take

22.12.2025, 18:49
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At Tamchy Airport, several female passengers on the Moscow–Bishkek flight got into a scuffle.

The incident occurred at Tamchy Airport when a flight from Moscow to Bishkek was redirected there due to heavy fog that complicated landing at Manas International Airport. According to the Kyrgyz Airports OJSC, the plane landed in Tamchy at 00:07, and a bus was organized for the convenience of passengers to transport them to Bishkek. However, during the trip, several women began to insist on being allowed onto the tarmac to communicate with the crew, believing that the decision not to

22.12.2025, 18:47
"We Learned to Work as a Team." The Rector of KRSU on the Year’s Results, the Campus, and Future Plans
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"We Learned to Work as a Team." The Rector of KRSU on the Year’s Results, the Campus, and Future Plans

Significant changes are taking place at the Kyrgyz-Russian Slavic University, affecting both infrastructure and educational initiatives. Over the past year, projects have been implemented that have become noticeable to students and faculty, while some major initiatives are in the preparation stage. Photo 24.kg. Sergey Volkov, Rector of KRSU Sergey Volkov, the rector of KRSU, spoke in an interview with 24.kg about key changes at the university, interaction with businesses, support for young

22.12.2025, 18:44
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In Kyrgyzstan, the parameters for assessing school quality will be changed.

The Deputy Head of the Cabinet of Ministers, Edil Baisalov, announced a new approach to assessing the quality of teaching activities and educational institutions at a republican meeting held on December 22. He noted that traditionally, schools were evaluated based on students' achievements in competitions and olympiads. However, this approach does not always reflect the real quality of education.

22.12.2025, 18:39
The festive Santa Run took place in Bishkek
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The festive Santa Run took place in Bishkek

Recently, in Bishkek, at the Victory Park named after Dair Asanov, the Santa Run took place, becoming one of the most memorable sports events ahead of the New Year. This was reported by the press service of the capital's mayor's office.

22.12.2025, 18:31
The Puppet Theater in Bishkek organized a New Year's show for special children
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The Puppet Theater in Bishkek organized a New Year's show for special children

In Bishkek, at the Kyrgyz State Puppet Theater named after Musa Jangaziev, a new theater season has started with a New Year's performance. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Culture. According to the information, the first audience members were students from the auxiliary school No. 30, where children with disabilities study.

22.12.2025, 18:29
The honored coach of Kyrgyzstan, Juzup Kalilov, has passed away.
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The honored coach of Kyrgyzstan, Juzup Kalilov, has passed away.

Juzup Kalilovich, who held the position of senior coach-instructor of Greco-Roman wrestling at the Republican School of Olympic Reserve named after Sh. Sydykov, left a significant mark in sports, having trained numerous generations of athletes. He imparted not only skills but also important life lessons to his students. Juzup Kalilov. For his achievements in the field of physical culture and sports, Kalilov was awarded numerous honors and titles, including the title of Honored Coach of the

22.12.2025, 18:26
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In the city of Osh, Energy Day was celebrated and industry workers were awarded.

Today, a festive event dedicated to Energy Day took place in the southern capital of Kyrgyzstan, the city of Osh. Local authorities reported on this event. Present at the celebration were Mayor Jenishbek Toktorbaev, Chairman of the Council Bolot Bayetov, as well as leaders of organizations working in the energy sector and the energy workers themselves.

22.12.2025, 18:21
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The founder of the "Ilshat" Foundation, Anvar Mametov, visited the "School of Great Opportunities"

An inspiring meeting with a businessman and artists was organized for children On November 18, at the Educational Center "School of Great Opportunities", which was opened on July 20, 2025, with the support of the Charitable Foundation "Ilshat", a meeting with outstanding guests took place. Among them were the founder of the foundation, businessman Anvar Mametov, actor Azamat Ismailov, and the famous Kazakh performer The Limba.

22.12.2025, 18:20
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Which airports in Kyrgyzstan are not accepting flights due to fog?

On the evening of December 22, fog once again hindered the operations of airports in Kyrgyzstan. This was reported by representatives of the OJSC "International Airports of Kyrgyzstan." Osh Airport is still accepting flights, while the situation at "Manas" is more complicated: 11 flights have been canceled, 4 delayed, 13 have managed to depart, and another 16 are uncertain regarding landing.

22.12.2025, 18:19