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The Kyrgyz Republic has been elected as the chair of the SPECA program for 2026.
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The Kyrgyz Republic has been elected as the chair of the SPECA program for 2026.

On January 23 in Ashgabat, the 20th session of the governing council and the second meeting of the governing committee of the SPECA fund took place as part of the program week. The press service of the Ministry of Economy reports on this event. During these events, Kyrgyzstan was elected chair of the SPECA program for 2026. This role opens new horizons for the country in strengthening its international image, promoting national interests, and contributing to the development of the SPECA

24.01.2026, 16:10
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An earthquake with a magnitude of 3.5 was recorded early in the morning at the Kyrgyz-Tajik border

An earthquake with a magnitude of 3.5 occurred on January 24 at 05:07 on the border of Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan. According to information from the Institute of Seismology of the National Academy of Sciences of Kyrgyzstan, the epicenter of the seismic event was located in Tajikistan, 18 kilometers southeast of the village of Aчык-Суу and 33 kilometers southeast of the settlement of Кабык.

24.01.2026, 15:41
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In the Osh Region, an earthquake of about 3 magnitude occurred at night.

An earthquake with a magnitude of about 3 was recorded in the Osh region at 01:32. According to information from the Institute of Seismology of the National Academy of Sciences of Kyrgyzstan, the epicenter of the earthquake was located 2 km northeast of the village of Terek-Suu and 4 km southwest of the village of Sary-Bee. The intensity of the tremors in the settlements of Kyrgyzstan was about 3, particularly in the villages of Terek-Suu and Sary-Bee.

24.01.2026, 15:21
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In Bishkek, an unauthorized construction site was discovered on Shaumyana Street

In Bishkek, a case of unauthorized construction has been recorded, as reported by the Ministry of Construction, Architecture, and Housing and Communal Services of Kyrgyzstan. According to the ministry, inspections of construction sites are being carried out under the directive of Minister Nurdana Oruntaeva. In the capital, these raids are conducted by the Bishkek Management of the State Architectural and Construction Control Department.

24.01.2026, 15:15
In Bishkek, a suspect in a series of apartment burglaries has been detained
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In Bishkek, a suspect in a series of apartment burglaries has been detained

The suspect has been placed in a temporary detention facility, and his connection to other crimes is under investigation. In Bishkek, officers of the criminal investigation department of the October district police detained a man suspected of committing apartment burglaries. According to information from law enforcement agencies, on the night of January 4, 2026, an unknown criminal broke a window and entered a house on Maldybaev Street, from which he stole a gold ring and wristwatch with a

24.01.2026, 14:17
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Free bus travel is planned for personal assistants of children with disabilities in Bishkek.

. The new document proposes to introduce free travel for personal assistants accompanying children with disabilities up to 18 years old. In justifying this initiative, it is emphasized that parents or legal representatives of children with disabilities often accompany them to various institutions—sports, creative, educational, and medical. However, personal assistants are essentially forced to pay for their travel themselves, which creates an additional financial burden for families with

24.01.2026, 13:41
With new equipment, the work of the Ministry of Emergency Situations divers in Kyrgyzstan has become easier
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With new equipment, the work of the Ministry of Emergency Situations divers in Kyrgyzstan has become easier

With the strengthening of the material and technical base of the Ministry of Emergency Situations of Kyrgyzstan, the work of rescuers and divers has significantly improved. The agency has received new boats, modern wetsuits for summer and winter periods, as well as underwater drones. The press service of the Ministry of Emergency Situations reports that thanks to the use of the latest technologies, an old boat that had been at the bottom of a water body for about 30 years was raised in the

24.01.2026, 13:41
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In the Lenin District of Bishkek, 21 minors without adult supervision were identified at night, and their parents were fined.

Employees of the Juvenile Affairs Inspection of the Lenin District Department of Internal Affairs in Bishkek, together with representatives of the municipal administration of the Lenin District, as well as the Department of Social Development and the District Education Center, conducted a preventive event called "Teenager-Work" on January 23. The main objective of this initiative, as clarified by the police, was to prevent the involvement of minors in the most risky forms of child

24.01.2026, 13:36
Germany is ready to expand investment cooperation with Kyrgyzstan
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Germany is ready to expand investment cooperation with Kyrgyzstan

Negotiations of Deputy Minister of Economy Sultan Akhmatov with representatives of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Ambassador of the Federal Republic of Germany Sultan Akhmatov, Deputy Minister of Economy and Commerce, held a meeting with Niklas Wagner, the authorized representative of the German Foreign Ministry for Eastern Europe, the South Caucasus, and Central Asia, as well as with Monica Lenhardt, the Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary Ambassador of Germany to Kyrgyzstan. The main

24.01.2026, 13:31
Hungary is interested in Kyrgyzstan's experience in implementing digital technologies in elections
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Hungary is interested in Kyrgyzstan's experience in implementing digital technologies in elections

On January 23, the Deputy Chairperson of the Central Commission for Elections and Referendums, Aydana Zhupueva, held a meeting with the Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary Ambassador of Hungary to Kyrgyzstan, Sandor Dorogi. This was reported by the press service of the CEC. During the meeting, issues concerning the development of bilateral cooperation in the field of electoral processes and the exchange of experience between the electoral bodies of Kyrgyzstan and Hungary were discussed.

24.01.2026, 13:16
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The bailiff service recovered 185.6 million soms in favor of state authorities and property worth 344.9 million soms.

As a result of the work of the Bailiff Service under the General Prosecutor's Office, a total of 185 million 588 thousand 605 soms was collected by the end of 2025, which was directed to the benefit of state and municipal institutions. This information was announced at a meeting dedicated to the results of the year. Among the organizations that received funds are the State Tax Service, the State Customs Service, as well as city administrations and various local self-government bodies.

24.01.2026, 13:10
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In Russia, liability may be introduced for citizens who do not notify about residence permits.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Russia has initiated a draft law that could lead to criminal liability for citizens who fail to notify about obtaining residence permit (RP) status or foreign citizenship. This document has been posted on the portal of draft regulatory acts. According to the proposal, Russians abroad will be required to report acquiring foreign citizenship or RP within 60 days of receiving the new status.

24.01.2026, 13:07
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In Kyrgyzstan, electricity consumption has increased by 25% over five years

Bakyt Torobaev, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry, reported this at a meeting of the Ministry of Energy's board. He noted that the growth in electricity consumption against the backdrop of stable economic development creates problems with power shortages. The government emphasized that the pace of construction of new generation capacities is lagging behind the increase in demand. According to government data, in recent years,

24.01.2026, 13:04
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Life in the Regions: A Swiss German's House Launched Tourism in a Village on Issyk-Kul

Gulbara Shadakova is actively developing the tourism industry in her native region and conducts master classes on Kyrgyz cuisine, crafts, and cultural traditions. She shared this in an interview with a correspondent from Turmush. Gulbara was born in 1961 in the village of Kyzyl-Suu. After finishing high school, she enrolled in a medical college in Przhevalsk and graduated with honors in 1982. She worked as a nurse for 17 years.

24.01.2026, 12:43
The Cabinet expanded the list of artists eligible for a pension due to special working conditions.
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The Cabinet expanded the list of artists eligible for a pension due to special working conditions.

This resolution will come into effect on January 1, 2026 A new resolution has been adopted, which expands the list of workers in theaters and entertainment organizations who are entitled to a pension due to special working conditions. This is reported by the press service of the Ministry of Culture, Information, Sports, and Youth Policy. This document has been developed in accordance with the Law "On State Pension Social Insurance" and is aimed at improving the social protection of

24.01.2026, 12:30
The Ministry of Construction identified an illegal facility in Bishkek
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The Ministry of Construction identified an illegal facility in Bishkek

At the direction of Nurdana Oruntaeva, the Minister of Construction, Architecture, and Housing and Communal Services of Kyrgyzstan, raids are being conducted in the country to inspect construction sites. This information was published on the official page of the ministry on social media. As part of these activities, the Bishkek Department of the State Architectural and Construction Control is checking compliance with the legal requirements in the construction sector.

24.01.2026, 12:28
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During fishing in the Chui region, an American mink appeared

In the Jayil district of the Chui region, Aibek Algodzhoev, passionate about sports fishing, decided to try his luck at catching pike. Despite the late start on the ice due to warm weather, he managed to have a successful outing: pikes weighing up to a kilogram were actively caught on live bait. "As if sensing our luck, an American mink approached us. These predators are increasingly becoming witnesses to winter fishing, and minks usually try to steal the caught fish," Aibek shared

24.01.2026, 12:11
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After the transfer of the Bailiff Service to the Prosecutor General's Office, the volume of collections in the second half of the year increased by more than 2.5 times

The Enforcement Service, part of the General Prosecutor's Office, presented information about a significant increase in the amount of compensation to the country's budget in the second half of 2025 compared to the same period in 2024. During the board meeting, it was noted that as of July 1, 2025, this service was integrated into the structure of the General Prosecutor's Office. This served as the basis for a comparative analysis of the results for July-December. According to the

24.01.2026, 12:04
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The increase in the effectiveness of the enforcement of judicial acts is linked to the reform and the transition of the Bailiff Service to the Prosecutor General's Office.

The Judicial Enforcement Service, which is part of the General Prosecutor's Office, announced positive results for its activities in 2025. These successes were made possible by the implementation of a reform of the judicial decision enforcement system, which was initiated by Presidential Decree No. 187 on June 23, 2025. In addition, the improvement in performance indicators is linked to more effective coordination, control, and management processes that were implemented after the Judicial

24.01.2026, 11:44
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The Bailiff Service under the Prosecutor General's Office collected 1.06 billion soms for the state in 2025

At this meeting, the results of the Service's activities after its transfer to the jurisdiction of the General Prosecutor's Office as part of the ongoing reforms were reviewed. According to the provided data, in 2025 there is an increase in the indicators of the effectiveness of collections and the enforcement of court decisions. In particular, the amount collected in favor of the state increased from 633 million 271 thousand 231 soms in 2024 to 1 billion 62 million 228 thousand 280

24.01.2026, 11:40
From Marvel Superheroes to Turkish Dramas: What to Watch Next Week
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From Marvel Superheroes to Turkish Dramas: What to Watch Next Week

Frame from the series "Wonder Man" From the last week of January, running from January 26 to February 1, viewers can expect many new series. In the coming days, projects from the Marvel Cinematic Universe, new episodes of the hit "Bridgertons," thrilling British thrillers, and long-awaited sequels to popular films will hit the screens. "Wonder Man," fantasy, premiere (January 27)

24.01.2026, 11:35
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Housing in Bishkek: Despite fluctuations, prices are on the rise

According to information announced on "Birinchi Radio" by the chief specialist of the State Agency for Land Resources, Aman Kebekov, in December 2025, apartment prices in Bishkek increased by 18.4 percent. Kebekov also reported that, on average, throughout the past year, housing prices rose by 23.8 percent.

24.01.2026, 10:53
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The maintenance of the road to Manas Airport will be financed from two budgets.

The Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic has updated its resolution regarding the pilot project aimed at transferring the management of the road connecting Bishkek with Manas International Airport to the city administration. This version of the document was signed on January 15, 2026. The key change in the new resolution is the approach to financing the maintenance of the road. Now, funding will be provided from both the republican and local budgets, unlike the previous scheme where

24.01.2026, 10:46
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A new cycle of art sessions on world painting "The Art of Hope" starts at the IZO Museum

On January 25, a new cycle of art sessions dedicated to world painting titled "The Art of Hope" will begin at the National Museum of Fine Arts named after Gapar Aitiev. This is reported by the press service of the Ministry of Culture. The main idea of the cycle is to consider painting as a means of supporting individuality, inner dignity, and resilience. This project touches on themes of resilience, empathy, and hope. Artists not only reflected crises but also helped people regain a

24.01.2026, 10:39
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Car washer from Bishkek conquers clients with original rap

At one of the car washes in Bishkek, 22-year-old Zarylbek Toktoshev, while performing his duties, uses his free moments to entertain clients with his original songs. He is not just a car washer, but a person who cannot imagine his life without creativity. As reported by 24.kg, Zarylbek writes all his compositions himself, and one of his distinctive features is his multilingualism: in his songs, he masterfully combines Kyrgyz, Russian, and sometimes English languages.

24.01.2026, 10:38
Nature After Us. Landscape as a Conversation About Responsibility
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Nature After Us. Landscape as a Conversation About Responsibility

Photo 24.kg The exhibition "Another Landscape. Art, History, Ecology" opened at the Kyrgyz National Museum of Fine Arts named after Gapar Aitiev and offers viewers a unique perspective on nature as a reflection of human activity and its consequences. Here, landscape becomes not just a painting, but a testament to time, fostering a discussion about responsibility for ecological losses. The exhibition is interesting in that it combines both classic works from museum collections and

24.01.2026, 09:49
"No Special Conditions": Farmers in the Chuy Region Promised Fair Water Distribution
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"No Special Conditions": Farmers in the Chuy Region Promised Fair Water Distribution

Azmat Osmonov, the authorized representative of the president, held a meeting with agrarians from Panfilov and Jayil districts During the meeting with farmers and agricultural producers from Panfilov and Jayil districts, Azmat Osmonov, the authorized representative of the president in Chuy region, discussed key issues related to preparations for the upcoming irrigation season and the fair distribution of irrigation water. According to the press service of Osmonov, he emphasized that the

24.01.2026, 09:23
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In Osh on Zhashtyk Street, there is a risk of a mudflow: a deputy requests to reinforce the channel

Deputy of the Jogorku Kenesh Altynbek Kudayberdiev announced a potential threat of a mudflow in the southern district of the city of Osh. He noted that on Jashtyk Street, in the municipal administration named after Alymbek Datka, there is a risk of the channel being destroyed due to a possible mudflow. In this regard, Kudayberdiev appealed to the relevant authorities of the Ministry of Emergency Situations to take measures to strengthen the mudflow channel.

24.01.2026, 08:36
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A lecture on the art and architecture of the Renaissance era will be held at the IZO Museum.

On January 24, a lecture titled "Art and Architecture of the Renaissance: Man, Science, and Beauty" will be held at the National Museum of Fine Arts named after Gapar Aitiev. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Culture. Participants in the lecture will be able to familiarize themselves with the key aspects of Renaissance art, as well as with innovative approaches in architecture and the ideas that inspired artists of that era.

24.01.2026, 03:50
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The new cattle market in Chym-Korgon will start operating from tomorrow.

Starting from January 24, a new livestock market will open in the village of Chym-Korgon, located in the Kemin district of the Chui region. This was announced by Almaz Dubanaev, the head of the village administration of this district. According to Dubanaev, the first days of the market's operation will be January 24 and 25. "For those coming from Sokuluk and Tokmok, I recommend using the bypass road — the market will be clearly visible from the highway. Guests from the Issyk-Kul and

23.01.2026, 23:45
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A modern school for 300 students will be built in the Kara-Suy district

In the village of Toychu in the Kara-Suu district, located in the Osh region, the construction of a modern school has begun, which will be able to accommodate 300 students. This was reported by the Ministry of Construction. The project is being financed from the state budget, and the total cost of building the school is 119 million soms.

23.01.2026, 22:57
The Minister of Health and the U.S. Ambassador to the Kyrgyz Republic discussed the medical town in Bishkek
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The Minister of Health and the U.S. Ambassador to the Kyrgyz Republic discussed the medical town in Bishkek

Photo by the Ministry of Health Kanybek Dosmambetov, the Minister of Health of the Kyrgyz Republic, held a meeting with Leslie Viguerie, the Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary Ambassador of the USA in the country. According to the press service of the Ministry of Health, the main topic of discussion was cooperation in the field of healthcare. Issues of experience exchange in public health, disease prevention, medical personnel training, and the implementation of modern technologies in medicine

23.01.2026, 22:28
In Kyrgyzstan, plans are underway to create a unified system of state medical laboratories.
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In Kyrgyzstan, plans are underway to create a unified system of state medical laboratories.

Kanybek Dosmambetov, the Minister of Health, visited one of the leading private laboratories, where he studied the diagnostic process, logistics, quality control, and digital solutions used in operations. This was reported by the Ministry of Health. According to the minister, one of the main problems in the healthcare sector remains the late diagnosis of serious diseases, such as malignant tumors, when patients seek help at stages III-IV. He believes this is related to the lack of an effective

23.01.2026, 22:08
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About 1,500 Bishkek residents want to be exempted from paying for bus rides.

At a meeting of the Bishkek City Council's Social Issues Commission, Vice Mayor Ramiz Aliyev presented a project that could allow 1,500 Bishkek residents to use free public transportation. Currently, there are already five categories of citizens in the capital who are entitled to such benefits. It is proposed to introduce a sixth category — personal assistants accompanying people with disabilities. These assistants will receive special "Tulpar" cards, allowing them to use

23.01.2026, 20:51
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The list of artists entitled to a pension for special working conditions has been approved.

According to information from the Ministry of Culture, the Cabinet has approved a list of artists who will be eligible to receive a pension for work under special conditions. The list includes representatives from theaters, circuses, and other entertainment organizations. According to the new regulation, artists with at least 20 years of experience will be entitled to a pension. This category includes performers of ballet and dance numbers, artists from mime and gesture theaters, as well as

23.01.2026, 20:49
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Is there less smog in Bishkek? Toraga says so - we are checking

At the meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, the mayor of the capital, Nurlanbek Turgunbek uulu, noted that this winter season, the level of smog has decreased, and citizens should thank the city hall for this. “For the first time this season, the city has been in the 'green city' category several times based on daily indicators, which indicates a lower amount of smog than before. The city authorities have done significant work to identify the causes of pollution and eliminate them. We can

23.01.2026, 20:36
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Representatives of the CEC of the Kyrgyz Republic Participate in an International Conference in India

Members of the Central Election Commission of the Kyrgyz Republic, Uzarbek Zhilkybaev and Rustam Manasbekov, are participating in an International Conference dedicated to issues of democracy and electoral governance, which is taking place in India. This information was provided by the press service of the CEC. The conference is being held from January 21 to 23 in the capital of the country, New Delhi. It is organized by the Election Commission of India (ECI) in collaboration with the Indian

23.01.2026, 20:36
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Call Center: The Slippery Floor in the New Subway

A local resident contacted the Kaktus.media Call Center, reporting issues with the underground passage at the intersection of Chuy Avenue and Shopokov Street. According to her, "The new underground passage is very slippery. There is a warning sign in one place, but it is hard to notice. I ask that this problem be resolved before someone gets seriously injured. In our city, such issues are observed in all underground passages: either there is no lighting, or there are leaks, or, as in this

23.01.2026, 20:36
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A Large Batch of Illegal Cigarettes Discovered in Manas

During the inspection, over six thousand packs of tobacco products were seized During a tax control raid, employees of the State Tax Service of the Kyrgyz Republic discovered illegal circulation of tobacco products in Manas. A stash of 6,012 packs of cigarettes was found in a hidden room at the central market. The preliminary estimated value of the seized goods is 721,440 soms. The products lacked the necessary excise stamps and accompanying documents, which violates current legislation. All

23.01.2026, 20:35