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Agricultural Fair Held in the Moscow District
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Agricultural Fair Held in the Moscow District

In the village of Belovodskoye, located in the Moscow district of Chui region, an agricultural fair was held on March 1. This was reported by the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry of the Kyrgyz Republic. During the fair, local residents were offered various products, including meat and milk, fruits and vegetables, as well as staple food items at affordable prices.

02.03.2026, 09:32
Roads in Kyrgyzstan are open in all directions – Ministry of Transport
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Roads in Kyrgyzstan are open in all directions – Ministry of Transport

Currently, all road routes, both international and local, as well as the country's passes, are accessible for travel without any restrictions, reports the Ministry of Transport. At the same time, light snow is observed at the Toо-Ashuu and Ala-Bel passes, located on the Bishkek – Osh route, as well as at the Otmok pass, which is on the Tashkent – Talas – Suusamyr road. The road maintenance services responsible for these sections continue to actively monitor the winter conditions on the

02.03.2026, 09:28
Bolot Temirov filed a complaint with the UN against the authorities of Kyrgyzstan
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Bolot Temirov filed a complaint with the UN against the authorities of Kyrgyzstan

His team of lawyers prepared an extensive document of 47 pages Investigative journalist Bolot Temirov announced on social media that he has filed a complaint with the UN Human Rights Committee. This document, consisting of 47 pages and more than 100 points, was drafted by his human rights team, which provides legal assistance to Temirov pro bono. In the statement, the journalist highlighted facts of violations of his international rights, including the right to a fair trial, protection against

02.03.2026, 09:08
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At "Jalal," a pipeline was damaged during excavation. Comments from "Bishkekvodokanal" and the Ministry of Construction.

According to residents, as a result of the damage, the formed pit was flooded, and part of the area was left without access to drinking water. They also express dissatisfaction that construction is being carried out without the necessary permits. Residents are asking the question: "On what grounds is the work being carried out if there is not even a project passport?"

02.03.2026, 09:03
Taalaybek Ibraev inspected energy facilities in Naryn
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Taalaybek Ibraev inspected energy facilities in Naryn

As part of the implementation of President Sadyr Japarov's directive to attract investments in the energy sector, on February 25 and 26, 2026, Minister of Energy Talaybek Ibraev made a two-day working trip to the Naryn region. During the visit, he familiarized himself with the operations of several energy facilities, as reported by the ministry's press service. First and foremost, the minister visited the construction site of the Kulanak Hydroelectric Power Station with a capacity of

02.03.2026, 08:50
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Kyrgyz State University named after Arabayev will build a co-working space

At the Ishenaly Arabayev Kyrgyz State University, the construction of a three-story administrative building is planned, which will include a coworking area. A tender for the execution of these works has already been published on the state procurement portal. The project budget amounts to 53 million 902 thousand 262 soms.

02.03.2026, 08:36
In some residential areas of Bishkek, there will be no cold water on March 3rd.
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In some residential areas of Bishkek, there will be no cold water on March 3rd.

According to information provided by the press service of the city administration, in the residential complexes of the capital — "Enesai", "Dordoy-1", and "Dordoy-2" — the supply of cold water will be suspended from 10:00 to 16:00 on March 3. This shutdown will affect not only residential buildings but also schools, kindergartens, medical institutions, as well as other social and industrial facilities. The reason for the temporary shutdown is emergency repair work

02.03.2026, 08:31
Escalation in the Middle East. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has issued recommendations for Kyrgyz citizens in the UAE.
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Escalation in the Middle East. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has issued recommendations for Kyrgyz citizens in the UAE.

In light of the deteriorating situation in the Middle East region, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic urges citizens currently in the United Arab Emirates to remain calm and observe heightened safety precautions. The Ministry recommends monitoring official communications from local authorities, including the Ministry of Internal Affairs and other relevant bodies, and relying only on verified information. The ministry also requests to avoid spreading unverified information.

02.03.2026, 08:28
Olympic medalist Aisuluu Tynybekova has given birth to a son
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Olympic medalist Aisuluu Tynybekova has given birth to a son

The family is celebrating a joyful event Aisuluu Tynybekova, a renowned Kyrgyz athlete, has become a mother. This news was shared by her relatives via social media. Tynybekova, who is a freestyle wrestler, holds numerous titles, including her fifth victory at the Asian Championship and has been a three-time world champion. She is also the holder of the World Cup and a silver medalist at the Tokyo Olympics. In January 2022, Aisuluu married Bakbergen Attokurov. In early January 2026, news of her

02.03.2026, 08:25
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Commission Fees Will Be Charged to Pilgrims: DUMK Explains the Decision

The Spiritual Administration of Muslims of Kyrgyzstan (DUMK) has decided to introduce commission fees for pilgrims. This innovation resulted from discussions held at the People's Kurultai in December 2024, where participants raised the issue of increasing salaries for imams. Since Kyrgyzstan is a secular state according to its Constitution, this issue was referred to DUMK for consideration, as there are no funds in the state budget to address problems in the field of religion.

02.03.2026, 08:15
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Why Homes in the "Djal" Neighborhood Are Left Without Drinking Water

Construction work related to the erection of a new building for secondary school No. 72 resulted in damage to a 250-millimeter water pipeline. This caused a water leak in the "Djal" microdistrict, as reported by the municipal enterprise "Bishkekvodokanal," according to 24.kg. After receiving information about the incident, an emergency team was dispatched to the site, where they conducted an inspection of the area and took measures to resolve the issue.

01.03.2026, 22:15
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+31🌞 and -22 ❄️ Temperature Records of March in Bishkek (charts)

The data from long-term observations can be found on the Russian weather website pogodaiklimat.ru. Let's take a look at the temperature records that were recorded in Bishkek in March. According to statistics, the average temperature in March in the capital is +6.2 °C, and the total precipitation is 48 mm.

01.03.2026, 22:14
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Turkish Airlines has rescheduled the Bishkek - Istanbul flight

It has been reported that flight TK345 from Turkish Airlines, which was supposed to operate from Bishkek to Istanbul, has been canceled. This information was confirmed by the press service of the OJSC "Airports of Kyrgyzstan". The reason for the flight cancellation was technical malfunctions.

01.03.2026, 22:08
Assignments Distributed. The New Head of the Ministry of Health Visited Several Hospitals in Bishkek
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Assignments Distributed. The New Head of the Ministry of Health Visited Several Hospitals in Bishkek

Damirbek Osmonov, the new Minister of Health, visited a number of medical institutions in Bishkek to assess the conditions for providing medical services, the infrastructure, and the implementation of current tasks. This was reported by the press service of the ministry. During the visit, the official inspected the emergency medical care department at the National Hospital, as well as facilities that are under renovation.

01.03.2026, 22:07
Aiperi Medet kyzy won gold in Tirana and avenged her defeat against the world champion
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Aiperi Medet kyzy won gold in Tirana and avenged her defeat against the world champion

At the tournament held on February 28, Aiperi competed in the weight category up to 76 kg and demonstrated her superiority over her opponents from the very first minutes. In the 1/8 finals, she confidently defeated Kazakh wrestler Gulmaral Yerkebayeva with a score of 12:2. In the subsequent matches, the Kyrgyzstani did not allow her opponents to score a single point: in the quarterfinals, she won against Bulgarian Vanesa Georgieva with a score of 10:0, and in the semifinals, she crushed

01.03.2026, 22:05
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Call Center: Residents of Alamedin Complain About Flooded Street After Pipe Installation

According to information provided by a local resident, there are serious problems with the road and flooding on Naberezhnaya Street following the completion of construction work. She reported that the work began in the spring of 2025 at 15 Zarechnaya Street, where a wool collection and primary processing point used to be located, and now there are warehouse facilities on that site. The resident noted that after the work was completed, the road was never restored, leaving it in a dug-up state.

01.03.2026, 22:00
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Aysulu Tynibekova has given birth to a son

It became known that Aisuluu Tynybekova and Bakbergen Attokurov welcomed a son, thanks to messages from people close to the athlete on social media. There is no further information about the newborn yet. Nevertheless, friends and family are already congratulating the happy parents on this joyful news.

01.03.2026, 21:56
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Oil prices rose by 10 percent after strikes on Iran

The price of Brent oil has increased by almost 10% following the attacks by the U.S. and Israel on Iran, bringing the cost of a barrel closer to the $80 mark. This has become the highest price point in recent months. Analysts warn that if tensions continue, prices could reach $100 as early as next week. This is reported by Reuters. The main factor driving up prices is the fear of the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, through which about one-third of the world's maritime oil supplies and a

01.03.2026, 21:56
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DUMK Appeals to Kyrgyz Citizens Due to the Situation in the Middle East

In connection with the escalation of tensions in the Middle East, the Spiritual Administration of Muslims of Kyrgyzstan (DUMK) has issued a call to the citizens of the country. The agency noted that the situation in the region has led to disruptions in air travel aimed at performing the minor pilgrimage (Umrah), creating force majeure circumstances. Kyrgyz citizens currently in Mecca and Medina are advised to remain calm, consider the current situation, and follow the recommendations of travel

01.03.2026, 21:41
Erlis Akunbekov familiarized himself with the state of the irrigation infrastructure in the Chui region.
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Erlis Akunbekov familiarized himself with the state of the irrigation infrastructure in the Chui region.

On February 28, the Deputy Prime Minister of the Kyrgyz Republic and Minister of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry Erlis Akunbekov made a working trip to the Chui region to familiarize himself with the state of the irrigation infrastructure. This was reported by the Ministry of Agriculture of the Kyrgyz Republic. The purpose of the visit was to conduct a detailed study of the condition of water management facilities in the region, assess ongoing reconstruction and

01.03.2026, 12:44
American travel blogger Connor Campergini has arrived in Bishkek
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American travel blogger Connor Campergini has arrived in Bishkek

He was met by the tourist police Popular travel blogger Connor Campergini has arrived in Bishkek, known for modifying his Lamborghini into a camper and traveling around the world. The press service of the Bishkek City Department of Internal Affairs reported on his visit. During a meeting with representatives of the tourist police, the blogger discussed important safety aspects for foreign guests. During the conversation, emphasis was placed on the fact that the main tasks of the police are to

01.03.2026, 12:40
In Osh, the old market "Kelechek" has been closed, traders are moving to a new location
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In Osh, the old market "Kelechek" has been closed, traders are moving to a new location

On March 1, in Osh, following the directive of Mayor Janarbek Akayev, the procedure for closing the old 'Kelechek' market began. Traders will gradually relocate to the new market, as previously announced by local authorities. The announcement about the closure of the old market was made in advance, and the process of relocating traders is planned to be carried out in stages.

01.03.2026, 12:12
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In Russia, the grounds for the dismissal of migrants will be expanded starting March 1.

Starting March 1, a new law will come into effect in Russia that expands the grounds for the dismissal of foreign workers. Now, if any region of the country imposes restrictions on the attraction of foreign labor, employers will be able to terminate the contracts of migrants. Previously, the Russian Labor Code only specified federal restrictions as grounds for terminating employment contracts with foreigners. However, local authorities' decisions have now been added.

01.03.2026, 11:54
Umrah. Kyrgyzstan has created a headquarters for the return of citizens due to the escalation in the Middle East.
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Umrah. Kyrgyzstan has created a headquarters for the return of citizens due to the escalation in the Middle East.

In response to the worsening situation in the Middle Eastern region, a temporary interdepartmental headquarters has been established in Kyrgyzstan to address the issues of returning citizens to their homeland. This was reported by the Umrah department of the Spiritual Administration of Muslims of the Republic of Kyrgyzstan. As explained by this organization, the current situation in the Middle East has significantly deteriorated, leading to the suspension of flights intended for performing the

01.03.2026, 09:18
GKNB: Teenagers in Kyrgyzstan Are Being Recruited into Terrorism via Social Media
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GKNB: Teenagers in Kyrgyzstan Are Being Recruited into Terrorism via Social Media

In Kyrgyzstan, alarming trends have been recorded: over the past six months, there have been mass cases of recruitment of teenagers into the ranks of radicals. The main method used by recruiters is the use of social networks and messengers, leading to a critical situation: several minors have been detained while in the process of preparing terrorist acts. Some of them were studying instructions on how to create explosive devices, while others were caught while making explosives. Law

01.03.2026, 08:50
Week-24. The General's Meteor Shower, and what is being demolished again in the center of Bishkek
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Week-24. The General's Meteor Shower, and what is being demolished again in the center of Bishkek

Important personnel changes have occurred in Kyrgyzstan, as generals received new ranks. The head of the Ministry of Internal Affairs, Ulan Niyazbekov, became a police general, while his colleague Jumgalbek Shabdanbekov, who headed the State National Security Committee (GKNB), became a lieutenant general. Along with him, new deputies also received the rank of major general. While some rejoiced at the appointments, others left their positions. For example, Bakyt Torobaev, who held the position

01.03.2026, 08:43
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What will March 2026 be like in Kyrgyzstan? Weather forecast

According to Kyrgyzhydromet, the following temperature regime is expected for March 2026. At night, in some regions, the temperature may drop: in the Issyk-Kul region - down to -9 °C; in the Batken, Osh, and Jalal-Abad regions - down to -10 °C; in the Talas region - down to -11 °C; in the Chui region - down to -13 °C; in the Naryn region - down to -18 °C. During the day in March, the temperature may rise: in the Naryn region - up to +18 °C; in the Issyk-Kul region - up to +19 °C; in the Talas

01.03.2026, 07:58
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Flights to Dubai, Sharjah, and Jeddah canceled from March 1

Due to the need to ensure flight safety and changes in airline routes, Manas International Airport is temporarily canceling flights on the routes Bishkek – Dubai, Bishkek – Sharjah, and Bishkek – Jeddah starting from March 1, 2026. Passengers whose flights have been canceled are advised to contact the airlines or the places where tickets were purchased for up-to-date information on refunds or rescheduling flight dates.

28.02.2026, 22:15
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The blogger of the "I Connor" project, traveling in a Lamborghini camper, visited Bishkek

A well-known blogger who manages the international project "I Connor" recently visited Bishkek. During his visit, he met with employees of the tourist police of the PPSM department of the capital's Internal Affairs Directorate, as reported by the press service of the Internal Affairs Directorate. It is reported that the blogger travels around the world in a modified Lamborghini. During the meeting, he was presented with key aspects of the work on ensuring the safety of foreign

28.02.2026, 21:16
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Flights from Bishkek to Dubai and Sharjah have been canceled

Starting March 1, flights from Manas International Airport on the routes Bishkek — Dubai and Bishkek — Sharjah will be temporarily suspended. The decision to cancel the flights was made in connection with the current situation in Iran, according to information provided by the press service of the OJSC "Airports of Kyrgyzstan." The cancellation of flights is due to the need to ensure flight safety and changes in the schedules of airlines. Passengers whose flights have been canceled are

28.02.2026, 20:13