The Swiss project "Araket" will allocate up to 5 million soms to support women in Kyrgyzstan. This decision came as a result of a business idea competition held in Bishkek and Osh, as reported by the Swiss Embassy.
On the eve of March 8, it is especially important to remember the stories of women who dared to choose their own path despite stereotypes. In the past, many professions were considered exclusively male, and opportunities for education and career were limited. Maria Musalieva is one of those who managed to overcome these barriers. Born in a Kyrgyz village, she dreamed of a "male profession" and became one of the first parachutists in the country. However, after a tragic incident
In the Jalal-Abad region, in the Bazar-Korgon district, work has begun on the modernization of the Kara Unkur-Sai irrigation system. This information was provided by the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry. As part of the project, the irrigation infrastructure is planned to be updated, which will supply irrigation water to eight settlements in this area.
Officials handed out flowers to women of all ages on the streets of the capital On International Women's Day, the vice mayors of Bishkek, as well as the head of the mayor's office and akims of several districts, took to the streets to congratulate the city's residents. This was reported by the press service of the mayor's office. They distributed flowers to everyone they encountered: girls, young women, women, and elderly ladies, accompanying this gesture with sincere
Water supply will be suspended from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM. On March 10, 2026, water supply will be temporarily halted from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM in residential buildings, educational institutions, kindergartens, medical facilities, and other social and industrial sites. This was reported by the city administration. The area of the shutdown includes the streets Oktyabrskaya, VBCHK, the Alamidin River, and Puteprovodnaya Street. The reason for the shutdown is the reconstruction being carried out
The warmest March 7 in Bishkek was in 2004, when the temperature reached +28.1 degrees. This information is provided by the resource "Weather and Climate." On this day, record temperature values were observed in the capital.
At the Ministry of Labor, Social Security and Migration, a presentation of new equipment — a 3D printer and a 3D scanner made in France — took place at the Republican Institution of Prosthetic and Orthopedic Products. According to the information from the department, these technologies were acquired as part of the modernization program. At the event, participants were able to familiarize themselves with the 3D prosthetics room, as well as the capabilities of the new equipment and the walking
Employees of the Bishkek city hall, including the vice mayors and akims of four districts, took to the streets to congratulate women on the holiday by handing them flowers. This was reported by the city municipality. “This unexpected and touching gesture brought joy to people, turning an ordinary day into a small celebration. Passersby, including girls, young women, women, and grandmothers, received not only flowers but also sincere words of gratitude and warm wishes. For many Bishkek women,
The president participated in the iftar along with the mosque's parishioners and performed the prayer. Today in Bishkek, at the central mosque named after Imam Sarakhsi, an iftar was held organized by President Sadyr Japarov. This was reported by the press service of the President's Administration. During his speech, the head of state congratulated those present on the beginning of the holy month of Orozo, emphasizing the importance of strengthening faith, mutual assistance, and good
In Bishkek, there is an unexpectedly early arrival of swallows. “We noticed that swallows are flying in the sky above the 5th Hydroelectric Power Station. Usually, their appearance occurs no earlier than the end of March,” local residents reported.
A member of the Jogorku Kenesh proposed a possible solution for those who own cars with Russian license plates that have not been able to go through the legalization process. In his Telegram channel, Bekeshev reported that the speaker of the parliament, Marlen Mamataliyev, will soon travel to Russia.
Last weekend, two silver coins from the 19th century, each with a denomination of one ruble, were offered for sale at the "flea" market in the Jaily District. The total price for both coins was 8,000 soms, and they were purchased by antique enthusiasts.
To improve the irrigation system of the Manas district, a concrete mixer was purchased for the amount of 2,876,593 soms, funded by the district development fund. The Akim of the Manas district, Bakyt Suymbaev, personally handed over this equipment and instructed to prepare in advance for the irrigation works for the current year.
Today, a fire broke out on the roof of the State Customs Service building located on Baytik Baatyr Street in Bishkek. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Emergency Situations. According to the agency, at 19:39, two fire crews and a fire ladder were dispatched to combat the flames.
The Embassy of Hungary received information from the Ministry of Science, Higher Education and Innovations of Kyrgyzstan about technical difficulties with data transmission related to the Stipendium Hungaricum scholarship program. This information was announced at the diplomatic institution, as reported by sources from 24.kg. According to embassy representatives, the corrected data from the initial selection conducted by the Ministry will be sent to the Tempus Foundation, which is responsible
In the Jeti-Oguz district, work has begun on the repair of inter-village roads, as reported to Turmush by Adilet Kambarbek uulu, the director of the road maintenance enterprise No. 35. According to him, as part of the plan for 2026, road construction work has started on a section three kilometers long that connects Kyzyl-Suu and Chon-Kyzyl-Suu.
In Kyrgyzstan, there is a positive trend in the increase of library readers among children and adolescents under the age of 15. These data were provided by the National Statistical Committee of the Kyrgyz Republic.
The court has decided to destroy the products that have expired. At the "Ak-Tilek" warehouse, employees of the State Tax Service discovered a significant amount of expired confectionery goods. This information was received from the agency itself. During the inspection of the cargo vehicle, it was found that some of the goods were not properly registered, while others had expired. In total, the weight of the discovered products amounted to about 10 tons. The materials related to this
In response to a request from Autonews.ru, the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Russia reported on the rules for using cars with Kyrgyz license plates on the territory of the country. Cars manufactured in the EAEU member states have the right to participate in road traffic on the territory of Russia if all legislative conditions are met.
On March 6, President Sadyr Japarov held an iftar for the parishioners of the central mosque in Bishkek. According to a statement from the press service of the presidential administration, he congratulated the believers on the beginning of the holy month of Orozo, urging them to strengthen their faith, show compassion, and support one another.
In the new videos, Daniel Azhiev, who was pardoned by President Sadyr Japarov, is seen getting into a helicopter, which he uses to leave the colony. The recording was made with a mobile device.
Today, March 6, a significant event took place at the Kyrgyz National Museum of Fine Arts named after Gapar Aitiev, attracting a multitude of people. The atmosphere was filled with excitement, characteristic of events where art becomes a means of deep communication. Visitors ascended the museum stairs, paused in the hall, conversed with one another, and tried to catch the anticipation of the upcoming exhibition. The opening of a large personal exhibition by artist Eldar Aitmatov titled
On April 11 and 12, an international hip-hop festival called Groove Republic: LDDLM Edition will take place in Bishkek. This information was provided by the Ministry of Culture. As noted by the ministry, this event will become one of the key happenings for the cultural life of Kyrgyzstan in modern times.
A new presidential decree has been signed Altynbek Ergeshov is no longer the mayor of Tokmok, as reported by the Presidential Administration. A new mayor has been appointed — Kutpidin Shakirov. It should be noted that from 2024 to 2026, Kutpidin Shakirov served as the acting akim of the Kemin district.
The solemn event will take place on March 31 in Bishkek as part of the presentation of the National Catalog Top-100 KYRGYZSTAN. This project annually highlights significant achievements of professionals and contributes to strengthening their business reputation. As part of the evening, the following activities are planned:
Specialists from the State Committee for National Security (GKNB) discovered a significant arsenal of firearms and ammunition in the Osh region. According to the State Committee, the arsenal belongs to members of an organized criminal group associated with the crime boss Kadyrov Dosonov, known by the name Djengo.
On March 7, a citywide clean-up will take place in Osh as part of a spring campaign that will last for three months. This was reported by the city administration. According to information from the authorities, this campaign will begin on March 1 and conclude on May 31.
An appeal to the Attorney General calling for transparency and justice in the investigation A group of public organizations from the Osh region has sent an appeal to the Attorney General, the Minister of Internal Affairs, the head of the Osh region police department, and the Ombudsman regarding the tragic death of 21-year-old Aizhanil, a resident of the Nookat district. In their letter, they insist on the need for a comprehensive, transparent, and impartial investigation into the circumstances
According to forecasts, by 2027 women will occupy at least 30% of positions in the personnel reserve for leadership roles At a recent meeting with the female staff of the Presidential Administration, Prime Minister Adylbek Kasymaliev congratulated those present on the upcoming International Women's Day. This was reported by the government press service. In his address, the Prime Minister noted that this holiday symbolizes deep respect for women, who have always been the cornerstone of
The mayor of the city, Janarbek Akaev, issued a strict reprimand to the director of the municipal enterprise "Oshteploenergo," Dolatbek Kokochorov. This information was announced by the press service of the municipality of the southern capital. According to the data, the reprimand was imposed due to a violation of ethical conduct norms while performing official duties.
On March 3, 2026, at the phytosanitary control post "Kyzyl-Kiya" in the Batken region, an attempt to import more than 80 thousand seedlings from Uzbekistan was halted. Inspectors from the Department of Chemicalization, Plant Protection, and Quarantine discovered a shipment consisting of 80,520 seedlings, which necessitated intervention.
The President of Kyrgyzstan has signed a decree to implement the "Bala Irysy" allowance Sadyr Japarov, the President of Kyrgyzstan, announced the launch of a new social assistance program — an allowance called "Bala Irysy." This allowance will be provided to all children, regardless of their families' financial situation. The head of state noted that this decision was a response to numerous appeals from citizens who complained about difficulties in obtaining government
In some areas of Kyrgyzstan, rain is forecasted, and in Naryn, it may turn into snow. In the capital, Bishkek, the temperature will drop to −1 degree at night, while during the day it will rise to +13.
Digitalization in the country allows for significant savings on paper. This week, Marlen Mamataliyev, the speaker of the Jogorku Kenesh, announced the salaries of deputies. During a parliamentary session, he noted that a deputy's salary amounts to 58,432 soms. In addition, each deputy is allocated a fund of 80,000 soms. These funds are intended for the maintenance of a service vehicle, payment for a driver, office expenses, as well as for airline tickets and travel within the regions.
UNICEF has enthusiastically responded to the decree signed by President Sadyr Japarov. It introduces a new monthly allowance, 'Bala Yrysy', for all children under three years of age. Samman Tapa, a UNICEF representative, emphasized that this decision demonstrates the country's ongoing commitment to protecting children's rights and the importance of investing in their early development.
The president made a statement that it is now practically impossible to obtain a driver's license. In an interview with the National Agency "Kabar," President Sadyr Japarov commented on the decision of the Jogorku Kenesh to suspend the bill that provided for checking drivers' knowledge of traffic rules on the spot. According to the head of state, the main goal of this initiative was to stop violators and check their knowledge of traffic rules. In cases where a driver is
Konstantin Khabensky has been appointed as the acting rector of the Moscow Art Theater School, according to information published by the publication "Meduza," based on a statement from the Minister of Culture of Russia, Olga Lyubimova. After the tragic passing of Igor Zolotovitsky, who held the position of rector in January 2026, Konstantin Bogomolov was appointed to the responsibilities of rector. He is also the artistic director of the Moscow Drama Theater on Malaya Bronnaya and the
On March 8, the Kyrgyz National Opera and Ballet Theater named after Abdylas Maldybaev will hold a festive concert titled "For You, Beloved!". Audiences can expect a program featuring both world and national masterpieces, as well as beloved works performed by leading soloists of the opera and ballet, along with the theater's symphonic orchestra.
Another important question is whether this story will continue? An audio recording has appeared in one of the popular messengers in Kyrgyzstan, featuring a voice that is allegedly that of the deputy of the Jogorku Kenesh, Shairbek Tashiev. The recording discusses serious financial investments and business operations, including the purchase of jewelry worth 35 thousand dollars, which includes a ring and earrings with diamonds. These purchases are said to have caused envy among high-profile
As International Women's Day approaches, the employees of the Ministry of Emergency Situations in Bishkek organized a festive event for the women of the capital. The press service of the agency shared a video reflecting the spring mood of the event. Firefighters and rescuers took to the streets to congratulate the representatives of the fairer sex, expressing gratitude for their care, kindness, and contribution to social development. Women were presented with tulips, wishing them health,
The message was sent directly to the president's WhatsApp number Askhat Alagozov, the president's press secretary, responded to questions and doubts that arose on social media regarding "how Azhiev's mother could contact the president on his personal WhatsApp number." He published a video of the woman's appeal and a screenshot of the phone from which the message was sent. "In early January, the mother of Daniyal Azhiev appealed to President Sadyr Japarov with
Recently, "Yandex Kyrgyzstan" confirmed its intentions to become the official sponsor of the football club "Dordoi". The agreement was signed between Tilek Suilymanov, the head of the company, and the club's director Bakytbek Bekberdinov.
Traditions have become a tool for manipulation The KOLFEST festival, scheduled for the end of July in the Ton district, has come under scrutiny after deputy Bolot Saginayev called for the event's cancellation, citing alleged "immoral behavior" of the participants. However, an investigation conducted by the Ministry of Internal Affairs did not confirm any of the accusations, including those related to the promotion of LGBT and drug use. The organizers of KOLFEST link the
The bailiffs from the Sverdlovsk district have completed the process of collecting alimony since August 2022. The Bailiff Service (PSSI) of the Sverdlovsk district shared the results of the successful completion of one of the largest alimony collection cases. From the debtor I.A.B., a total of 15 million 843 thousand 380 soms was collected in favor of his child, the claimant I.A.A. Payments were made through deductions from the debtor's salary since mid-2022 and continue to this day. The
Modern French equipment was presented in Bishkek, acquired as part of a comprehensive modernization of this sector. Kyrgyzstan has become the first country in the CIS to integrate 3D scanning and 3D printing technologies into the production process of prosthetic and orthopedic products at the state level. The presentation of the new equipment took place today at an institution under the Ministry of Labor, Social Security, and Migration of the Kyrgyz Republic. The complex, which costs nearly 46
Representatives of the bailiff service under the General Prosecutor's Office of the Kyrgyz Republic commented on the information that spread on social media and in the mass media regarding the fact that citizen M. K. K. was not allowed to leave the country due to a fine of 1,000 soms. On January 26, 2026, M. K. K. planned to fly to Turkey with his family; however, border service officers did not permit him to leave the country.
In the village of Kyzyl-Tuu, located in the Uzgen district, illegal activities related to the seizure of pasture lands have been halted. The press service of the Ministry of Agriculture of Kyrgyzstan reported that two local residents illegally fenced off a plot within the Jazy rural administration. Employees of the Regional Land and Water Supervision Department, operating in Osh and the Osh region, drew up protocols against citizens U.S. and Sh.N. Penalties were imposed on the violators in
The funds will be provided by South Korea The city of Osh will receive $10 million for the modernization of its water supply system, as reported by the city hall. Recently, the mayor of the city, Janarbek Akayev, met with representatives of the Korean company K-water, which is a leader in water resource management. During the meeting, plans were discussed for the implementation of an intelligent management system to ensure clean drinking water. The Korean side will provide a non-repayable