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Inmate Irina Karamushkina Asks Sadyr Japarov for Clemency

Irina Karamushkina, who previously held the position of deputy in the Jogorku Kenesh, has appealed to President Sadyr Japarov for clemency. Karamushkina's lawyer, Askar Alymkulov, informed journalists about this. According to the lawyer's information, the petition was submitted in December 2025 through the administration of the colony where Karamushkina is serving her sentence in the village of Stepnoye.

14.03.2026, 14:46
Drone Summit. Latvia Prepares for Large-Scale Drone Trials
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Drone Summit. Latvia Prepares for Large-Scale Drone Trials

In 2026, Latvia will host a series of extensive tests of unmanned aerial vehicles and systems designed to combat them. These actions are part of the NATO Innovation Range mission, as reported by the country's Minister of Defense Andris Spruds. Illustrative photo

14.03.2026, 14:18
Bailiff Service: Kapalov's Death Not Related to Professional Activities
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Bailiff Service: Kapalov's Death Not Related to Professional Activities

According to preliminary information, the death of Kubanychbek Kapalov is not related to his professional activities. This was reported by the Bailiff Service under the General Prosecutor's Office of Kyrgyzstan. The body of Kapalov, with a gunshot wound, was found in a vehicle in the village of Baytik. The incident was reported by the Lenin District Department of Internal Affairs of the capital, Bishkek.

14.03.2026, 14:07
The parliamentary powers of Shaiyrbek Tashiev have been terminated early.
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The parliamentary powers of Shaiyrbek Tashiev have been terminated early.

Today, at a meeting of the Central Election Commission of the Kyrgyz Republic, a decision was made to prematurely terminate the powers of the deputy of the Jogorku Kenesh, Shayirbek Tashiev. During the discussion, his personal statement was considered, after which the deputy's certificate was declared invalid. Shayirbek Tashiev was elected as a representative for electoral district No. 11, receiving 24,302 votes from voters.

14.03.2026, 14:03
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The State Civil Aviation Agency Introduces a Departmental Form

The State Agency for Civil Aviation under the Government of Kyrgyzstan has decided to introduce rules for wearing uniforms and insignia for its employees. The order was signed by the agency's director, Daniyar Bostонов. This decision is part of a resolution from the Cabinet of Ministers aimed at regulating the wearing of special and departmental uniforms.

14.03.2026, 13:04
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EMERCOM: The helicopter that made a low flight over Kara-Balta does not belong to the ministry

According to information from the ministry's press center, reports that the helicopter flying over the city at a low altitude belongs to them are not true. Earlier, various media outlets and social networks reported that this aircraft might be associated with the Ministry of Emergency Situations (MChS). Local residents stated that the helicopter flew at the level of approximately a five-story building.

14.03.2026, 12:52
Zhylykychy Zhakypov Received the Title of Academician of the Academy of Arts of the Turkic World
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Zhylykychy Zhakypov Received the Title of Academician of the Academy of Arts of the Turkic World

Zhilkychy Jakypov, a talented artist from Kyrgyzstan, has been awarded the title of academician of the Academy of Arts of the Turkic World. This information was announced by the Secretary General of TURKSOY, Sultan Raev, in a statement published on the website 24.kg. The award ceremony took place in the capital of Azerbaijan, Baku, where the president of the Academy of Arts of the Turkic World, world-renowned artist and People's Artist of Azerbaijan, Sakit Mamedov, presented the award to

14.03.2026, 12:32
Farmers in Kyrgyzstan Report Increase in Diseases Among Livestock
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Farmers in Kyrgyzstan Report Increase in Diseases Among Livestock

As part of his working trip to the regions, the Minister of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry of Kyrgyzstan, Erlis Akunbekov, held meetings with local livestock breeders and heads of agricultural enterprises. The information was provided by the press service of the Ministry of Agriculture. During the discussions, emphasis was placed on key issues concerning the development of livestock farming and ensuring veterinary safety.

14.03.2026, 12:20
State Insurance has paid citizens 82 million soms since the beginning of 2026.
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State Insurance has paid citizens 82 million soms since the beginning of 2026.

In the village of Kabylan-Kol lives Erkinbek Abekov, who shared how the insurance company helped him after a fire destroyed his two-story house. “The fire occurred at the end of January. The upper floor was completely burned, and the lower floor suffered serious damage. After the damage assessment by emergency commissioners, I received a payment of 368,000 soms just 15 days later. We have already started to restore the roof, and this amount significantly helped us,” he shared.

14.03.2026, 12:15
Presidential Directive: Efforts to Bring Kyrgyz Citizens Back Home Continue
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Presidential Directive: Efforts to Bring Kyrgyz Citizens Back Home Continue

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic has reported on the ongoing work to return citizens to their homeland. In accordance with the directive from President Sadyr Japarov, the ministry is actively organizing a new special flight for the evacuation of Kyrgyz citizens currently in Kuwait, Bahrain, and Qatar. In the first stage of this operation, lists of citizens were compiled, and the necessary visas and exit permits from the specified countries were obtained. On March 13,

14.03.2026, 12:05
EAEU Countries Discussed New Rules for Goods, Statistics, and Digital Systems
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EAEU Countries Discussed New Rules for Goods, Statistics, and Digital Systems

It has been decided to implement labeling for certain types of confectionery products. Daniyar Amangeldiev, the First Deputy Prime Minister, participated in the meeting of the Eurasian Economic Commission Council held in Moscow. The agenda included 35 issues related to key areas of integration cooperation, of which six were approved without discussion. The main focus was on issues related to the development of integration within the Eurasian Economic Union, including aspects of digitalization,

14.03.2026, 11:49
In Bishkek, the eco-initiative "We are the Green Generation" was presented
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In Bishkek, the eco-initiative "We are the Green Generation" was presented

At the event dedicated to the ecological initiative "We are the Green Generation" and the international festival "Snow Leopard EcoFest Chon-Kemin - 2026," representatives from various government agencies, environmental organizations, the scientific community, and public figures gathered. The goal of this initiative is to activate youth involvement in environmental protection, to foster ecological culture, and to promote a responsible attitude towards nature.

14.03.2026, 11:49
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Agricultural Lands in Naryn Being Transformed into Border Guard Military Base

In Kyrgyzstan, a decision has been made to convert a land plot in the Naryn region for the establishment of a military base for the State Border Service. This has been made possible by a resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers. In particular, 13.2 hectares of irrigated agricultural land located in the Dobol Aiyl Aimak of the Naryn District will be reclassified from the category of "agricultural land" to the category of land intended for industry, transport, communications, energy, and

14.03.2026, 11:41
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Details of the Death of the Deputy Head of the Bailiffs: What Happened in Chon-Aryk

New details have emerged regarding the tragic death of Kubanychbek Kapalov, who held the position of Deputy Head of the Bailiff Service at the Prosecutor General's Office of Kyrgyzstan. His body was found in a car in the village of Chon-Aryk. According to information provided by the Bishkek City Police Department, on March 13, 2026, a call was received at the number "102" reporting that a gunshot had been heard in the cabin of a vehicle near one of the banquet halls on

14.03.2026, 11:03
Farmers of the Aitmatov District Given Recommendations Before the Sowing Campaign
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Farmers of the Aitmatov District Given Recommendations Before the Sowing Campaign

As part of the events organized by the press service of the Ministry of Agriculture, meetings were held in the Cholponbay and Kara-Buurin rural districts. They were attended by specialists from the district agricultural development department, as well as representatives from the water management, veterinary service, and the Talas department for chemicalization, plant protection, and quarantine. Employees from "Aiyl Bank" and "Eldik Bank," as well as heads of rural

14.03.2026, 10:30
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About 39 billion soms are needed for the development of new territories in Bishkek

At a joint meeting of the parliamentary groups "Ishenim" and "Ala-Too" in the Jogorku Kenesh, Vice Mayor Azamat Kadyrov reported that approximately 39 billion soms will be needed for the development of new territories in Bishkek. During the discussion, the deputies asked Kadyrov how the necessary financial resources for implementing the administrative-territorial reform in the city were calculated.

14.03.2026, 10:28
Kasymaliev inspected hospitals in Karakol and instructed to modernize them
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Kasymaliev inspected hospitals in Karakol and instructed to modernize them

A new regional hospital is being built in the area During his working trip to the Issyk-Kul region, the Prime Minister of Kyrgyzstan, Adylbek Kasymaiev, got acquainted with the condition of several medical institutions, as reported by his press service. During the visit, he toured the unified regional hospital in Karakol, which was built in 1968 and has a capacity of 550 beds. Kasymaiev inspected the intensive care and surgical departments, as well as assessed the medical equipment and the

14.03.2026, 10:10
From Bishkek to Paris and LA: How the Twins Oma & Ema Are Taking the Battle World by Storm
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From Bishkek to Paris and LA: How the Twins Oma & Ema Are Taking the Battle World by Storm

, Kasiet KANYBEKOVA The dance duo of twins Omur and Emir Asanbekov, known as Oma & Ema Twins, began their journey in the world of dance inspired by the Step Up film series. Initially, they performed in underground venues in Bishkek, and today their successes include semifinals in world championships and the prestigious World of Dance stage in Los Angeles, where they triumphed over legendary dancers. Photo 24.kg In an interview with 24.kg, the twins shared their impressions of dance, talked

14.03.2026, 10:06
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Father's Day Celebrated in Kara-Kul

A festive celebration dedicated to Father's Day took place in Kara-Kul, as reported by the local administration's press service. The event was attended by the Deputy Mayor of the city, Manas Abdykalikov, as well as leaders of various institutions and enterprises. Among the guests were exemplary fathers who successfully fulfill their roles in raising children, as well as single fathers who manage the responsibility on their own.

14.03.2026, 09:34
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Avalanche Descent. The section of the road Bishkek - Naryn - Torugart will be temporarily closed.

According to information provided by the press service of the Ministry of Emergency Situations, on the section of the road Bishkek – Naryn – Torugart, located at the 294th to 304th kilometer in the Kara-Unkur gorge, work on the forced descent of snow avalanches will be carried out from 14:00 to 18:00 on March 14, 2026. This event is necessary to reduce the avalanche threat. Due to the conduct of these works, a temporary closure of traffic in this area is inevitable.

14.03.2026, 09:06
A new building for the forensic examination bureau will be constructed in Karakol.
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A new building for the forensic examination bureau will be constructed in Karakol.

This decision was announced by Adylbek Kasymaliev The Chairman of the Government of Kyrgyzstan, Adylbek Kasymaliev, visited the Issyk-Kul Regional Bureau of Forensic Medical Examination in Karakol as part of his working trip. This was reported by the press service of the Cabinet of Ministers. It is specified that the current building of the bureau, constructed in 1897, is in critical condition. It houses three divisions that provide forensic medical examinations for the entire region.

14.03.2026, 09:05
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Temperature Records. The warmest March 14 in Bishkek was in 1964

On March 14, 1964, a temperature record was set in Bishkek, which was then named Frunze. According to the resource "Weather and Climate," that day the thermometers showed +26.4 degrees. The highest temperature recorded on that day became the warmest in the history of observations.

14.03.2026, 08:45
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In Naryn, livestock are fitted with reflective strips to prevent traffic accidents

In the Naryn region, a new approach to road safety is being implemented: at night, reflective strips are put on the manes and necks of cattle. This was reported by the Road Traffic Safety Department (RTSD) under the Ministry of Internal Affairs of the region. With the onset of the spring season, when livestock is driven to pastures, the road safety department staff of the Jumgal district are taking measures to prevent road traffic accidents involving collisions with animals. The reflective

14.03.2026, 08:33
Specialists from the Ministry of Natural Resources confirmed the quality of fuel research
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Specialists from the Ministry of Natural Resources confirmed the quality of fuel research

Ecologists successfully completed the international interlaboratory tests "Coal-2025-1" in Moscow Specialists from the Ministry of Natural Resources, Ecology, and Technical Supervision, representing the Department of Environmental Monitoring, demonstrated a high level of professionalism while participating in the international laboratory testing program "Coal-2025-1" in Moscow. This information was published by the ministry's press service. During the interlaboratory

13.03.2026, 23:43
The mosque on Gogol Street in Bishkek will be demolished and a new one will be built.
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The mosque on Gogol Street in Bishkek will be demolished and a new one will be built.

The event, timed to coincide with the beginning of the holy month of Ramadan, was attended by the mayor of Bishkek, Aibek Junushaliev, who met with the parishioners of the Kimsanbay Azhy Abdurakhmanov Mosque. This information was provided by the press service of the city administration. During the meeting, the mayor congratulated those present on the beginning of Ramadan, expressing hope that this month would bring peace, prosperity, and harmony to every family.

13.03.2026, 22:44
The Russian Ministry of Justice declared Nikita Khrushchev's great-granddaughter an "foreign agent"
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The Russian Ministry of Justice declared Nikita Khrushchev's great-granddaughter an "foreign agent"

Photo from the internet. Nina Khrushcheva The Ministry of Justice of the Russian Federation has included Nina Khrushcheva, a professor of international relations and writer, in the list of "foreign agents," as reported by Meduza. Nikita Khrushchev's great-granddaughter, who served as the head of the USSR from 1953 to 1964, has been living in the United States since 1991.

13.03.2026, 22:00
The People's Writer of Kyrgyzstan Kenesh Jusupov has passed away
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The People's Writer of Kyrgyzstan Kenesh Jusupov has passed away

Photo from the internet. Kenesh Jusupov Kenesh Jusupov, an outstanding writer and public figure of Kyrgyzstan, passed away on March 13. This was reported on Facebook by the chairman of the Writers' Union of the country, Kanybek Imanaliev. He was born in 1937 in the village of Echkibashy, located in the Naryn region.

13.03.2026, 21:43
An international medical cluster will be built in Karakol for $150 million
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An international medical cluster will be built in Karakol for $150 million

The creation of a new high-tech center in medicine will provide around 750 jobs. A medical cluster is planned to be built in Karakol, with a cost of 150 million dollars. This project was presented to the Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers, Adylbek Kasymaliev, during his working trip to the Issyk-Kul region. It is expected that the medical cluster will become the main center for high-tech medicine and medical tourism for the CIS countries and neighboring states. The complex will implement

13.03.2026, 21:39
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The best judges of 2025 have been named. They will receive payments of up to 250,000 soms.

At the plenary session chaired by the Chairman of the Supreme Court, Mederbek Satyiev, the results of the judicial system's work for the year 2025 were summarized. According to the information from the press service of the Supreme Court, Satyiev emphasized the serious shortcomings identified in some courts during trips to the regions and final meetings with local judicial authorities. He pointed out that among 441 judges of local courts, the justice performance indicators were low for 137

13.03.2026, 21:34
The mayor of the city of Osh instructed to expedite the construction of roads and bridges
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The mayor of the city of Osh instructed to expedite the construction of roads and bridges

Janarbek Akayev, the mayor of Osh, checked the current state of construction and repair works on the roads and bridges on Suyunbaev, Atabaev, Tolonov, Saint Petersburg, and Abduvaliev streets. This was reported by the local administration. According to the provided data, the mayor instructed the responsible services to expedite the completion of the works, emphasizing adherence to deadlines and quality. He noted that the safety of citizens, especially children, should be a top priority.

13.03.2026, 21:12
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What is currently at the site of the garages that were controversially demolished in Bishkek over the years?

Recently, another operation to demolish garages was carried out in Bishkek — this time, 30 garages in the area of Panfilov and Skryabin streets were targeted for demolition. According to the city administration, the freed-up territory will be used for the modernization of a nearby boiler house — solar panels and additional water tanks are planned to be installed here. There are also plans for the construction of a multi-level parking lot and landscaping of the area.

13.03.2026, 21:05
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The Russian Drama Theater in Bishkek invites you to the mystical drama "Duck Hunt"

From March 19 to 20, the State National Russian Drama Theater named after Chinghiz Aitmatov opens its doors to all lovers of theatrical art, presenting the premiere of the mystical drama "Duck Hunting." The plot of the play focuses on Viktor Zilov — a man who once made a mistake and has since remained a prisoner of that moment. The story unfolds in a world where faces are hidden behind masks, rain seeps into closed spaces, and the past continues to watch, leaving no peace.

13.03.2026, 20:44
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"Nowhere to Go After the Maternity Hospital". Women with Infants Need Help During the Month of Orozо

In the holy month of Oroz, the resource center "House of Moms" calls on Kyrgyzstani people to support mothers who have faced difficulties after giving birth. Many women with infants turn to the center because they have nowhere to go after childbirth. Some seek help immediately after being discharged from the maternity hospital. "We provide them with temporary safe housing, food, and essential items for newborns," the center reported.

13.03.2026, 20:14
The deputy urged the Ministry of Health not to prosecute doctors for complaints.
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The deputy urged the Ministry of Health not to prosecute doctors for complaints.

Medical professionals expressed the need for training to work with new equipment, but faced pressure from management. At a joint meeting of two deputy groups, Deputy Bakhridin Shabazov raised the issue of problems with the use of medical equipment at the Kant city hospital. He reported that the endoscopic equipment, which was delivered to the hospital last year, had not been used for over a year because the doctors had not undergone the necessary training. Shabazov emphasized that medical

13.03.2026, 20:04
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The deputy proposes to confiscate agricultural land in case of intentional damage.

Deputy Azamzhan Jalilov has proposed introducing liability for the intentional degradation of agricultural land. The draft law is already available for discussion on the website of the Jogorku Kenesh. According to Jalilov, this step is due to the growing problem of decreasing arable land, which is happening because of uncontrolled construction and the intentional deterioration of its condition for subsequent transformation.

13.03.2026, 19:50