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The International Student Film Festival "Peace to the World!" Opened at KNU
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The International Student Film Festival "Peace to the World!" Opened at KNU

As part of the Institute of Journalism and Communication of KNU, the grand opening of the international student film festival "Peace to the World!" took place, dedicated to the anniversary of the Great Victory. The festival encompasses a wide range of participants: the program features works by students from countries such as Russia, Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, Mongolia, and Tajikistan. This important event aims to convey historical memory through the art of cinema and promote cultural

25.11.2025, 13:13
The largest stadium in Central Asia is set to open in 2026
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The largest stadium in Central Asia is set to open in 2026

On the program "Elden Sobol" at the "Kabar" agency, the Deputy Minister of Construction, Architecture, and Housing and Communal Services, Talant Imanakun uulu, announced the completion timeline for the "Azattyk Arena" stadium. According to him, the work is being carried out under the supervision of the Presidential Administration. The stadium will accommodate 51,000 spectators, making it the largest in Central Asia. "The project includes parking for over

25.11.2025, 13:10
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"Tired of Transfers". City Residents Complain About Lack of Public Transport

The Call center Kaktus.media received inquiries from residents about the lack of public transport. ***- We live on Auezov Street between the neighborhoods "Tunguch" and "Alamedin-1", and there are no buses from us to "Kirkomstroma" and "Dordoy Motors". Many people work in this direction, and we have to make transfers. Previously, minibuses No. 166 and No. 137 operated on Auezov, but they were canceled without offering an alternative. We ask to restore bus

25.11.2025, 13:10
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Gardeners of Jet-Oguz Plan to Supply Apples and Apricots to China

In the Jeti-Oguz district of the Issyk-Kul region, plans are underway to export apples and apricots to China. As Talantbek Bazarbaev, a resident of the village of Tosor, told Turmush, the village is located on the southern shore of Lake Issyk-Kul, at the junction of the Ton and Jeti-Oguz districts. There are over 600 hectares of orchards with apple trees in the rural area. "This year, the harvest was quite good. Personally, we sold apples directly from our more than 4 hectares of apple

25.11.2025, 13:09
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Schools in Russia will notify the Ministry of Internal Affairs about the enrollment of migrant children

Starting from 2026, educational institutions in Russia will be required to transfer information about the enrollment and unavailability for enrollment of migrant children to the Ministry of Internal Affairs. This initiative involves three key ministries: the Ministry of Education, the Ministry of Digital Development, Communications and Mass Media, and the Ministry of Internal Affairs, as reported by TASS. The Ministry of Education will be responsible for collecting the necessary data, while the

25.11.2025, 13:08
Ministry of Construction on Renovation: No One Will Be Left on the Streets
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Ministry of Construction on Renovation: No One Will Be Left on the Streets

In the broadcast of the program "Elden Sobol" by the Kabar agency, the Deputy Minister of Construction, Architecture, and Housing and Communal Services, Talant Imanakun uulu, shared information about the upcoming launch of renovation in the capital. According to the deputy minister, the renovation initiative was raised by Minister Nurdana Oruntaev at the beginning of the year. "The situation requires action. The area of free land in Bishkek is decreasing, while the population

25.11.2025, 13:06
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At the age of 85, ABBA musician Jan Kling has passed away

According to the Swedish publication Aftonbladet, Jan Kling passed away at the age of 85. His son, Mattias Kling, confirmed this sad news. Jan became known for his mastery of the saxophone and flute, which can be heard on albums such as Super Trouper (1980) and The Visitors (1981). He also performed the famous flute introduction to ABBA's song Fernando.

25.11.2025, 13:03
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Sergey Bezrukov filed a lawsuit over the sale of masks with his face on marketplaces

Actor Sergey Bezrukov has filed a lawsuit in the Khamovnichesky Court of Moscow, seeking to protect his rights. He demands to stop the production of masks featuring his image, as reported by the press service of the courts of general jurisdiction. Bezrukov claims that his personal data, including his first name, last name, and image, are being used without his consent. In his lawsuit, he requests the court to prohibit an individual entrepreneur from distributing his personal data on the

25.11.2025, 13:00
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The land plot of the Naryn Drama Theater has been returned to the state, - Ministry of Culture

The state has returned a land plot that was previously under the management of the Naryn Regional Academic Musical Drama Theater named after Muratbek Ryskulov. This information was announced by the press service of the Ministry of Culture. The area of the plot is 0.15 hectares, and it is located at: Naryn city, S. Orozbak street, 45/g. The estimated value of the land is about 33 million soms.

25.11.2025, 12:58
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Construction of the "Jeynis" and "Zhashtyk" parks in Batken is being delayed

In Batken, the construction of the parks "Jengish" and "Zhashtyk" is ongoing, as reported by a Turmush correspondent. The work on creating these parks began in February of this year. Initially, it was planned that the project would be completed by January 2026. However, the contractor expressed the intention to finish the construction ahead of schedule and put the facilities into operation earlier.

25.11.2025, 12:58
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A working trip on the protection of historical and cultural heritage took place in Kum-Döbö

On November 22, a working trip dedicated to the protection and study of medieval historical monuments took place in Kum-Döbö, located in the Kochkor district of the Naryn region. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Culture. The delegation included State Secretary Marat Imankulov, Minister of Culture, Information and Youth Policy Mirbek Mambetaliev, as well as the head of the Department for Policy Development, Monitoring, and Reform Analysis of the Presidential

25.11.2025, 12:53
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How the Opening of Indian Film Days in Kyrgyzstan Went

The opening ceremony of the Indian Film Days in Kyrgyzstan took place on November 21 at the T. Abdumomunov Kyrgyz National Academic Drama Theater. According to the Ministry of Culture, Information and Youth Policy of the Kyrgyz Republic, important guests at the event included the Ambassador of India, Berender Singh Yadav, and the Director of the Department of Cinematography, Talant Tolobekov.

25.11.2025, 12:53
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The 1979 film by Algimantas Vidugiris, which uncovered traces of an unknown civilization at the bottom of Lake Issyk-Kul, has been digitized.

In 1979, the artistic-documentary film by Algimantas Vidugiris titled "Report on the Legend" was released, which became iconic due to its discoveries at the bottom of Lake Issyk-Kul. Recently, the film has been digitized. From 1976 to 1979, a team led by Vidugiris conducted a unique expedition aimed at finding a sunken city. During the research, traces of a previously unknown civilization that existed 2,500 years ago were discovered.

25.11.2025, 12:45
By the end of the year, the Ministry of Construction plans to put 250 social facilities into operation.
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By the end of the year, the Ministry of Construction plans to put 250 social facilities into operation.

As part of its program, the Ministry of Construction, Architecture, and Housing and Communal Services plans to put 250 social facilities into operation across the country by the end of this year. Deputy Minister Talant Imanakun uulu shared this information during the broadcast of the program "Elden Sobol" on the Kabar agency. According to him, work is currently underway on 651 facilities. Of this number, construction is being carried out on 422 facilities, while the others are at the

25.11.2025, 12:25
Kyrgyzstan joined the Samarkand Declaration on the Conservation of Wildlife in Central Asia
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Kyrgyzstan joined the Samarkand Declaration on the Conservation of Wildlife in Central Asia

Kyrgyz Republic has become part of the Samarkand Declaration and the Action Plan covering the period from 2026 to 2032. This document aims at the sustainable use of resources of wild flora and fauna, as well as combating illegal trade in wild animals and plants. This information was provided by the press service of the Ministry of Natural Resources. The signing of the document took place during the 20th Conference of the Parties to the CITES Convention, where representatives from five Central

25.11.2025, 12:14
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The Historical Museum of Kyrgyzstan and the Grodekovo Museum of the Khabarovsk Territory will cooperate

A meeting took place in Bishkek between Zhyldyz Bakashova, the director of the National Historical Museum of Kyrgyzstan, and Ivan Kryukov, the general director of the Grodekovo Museum of the Khabarovsk Territory, who is also the chairman of the Council of the Russian Historical Society and a candidate of historical sciences. The main goal of Kryukov's visit was to develop inter-museum cooperation. According to information provided by the Ministry of Culture, the participants in the

25.11.2025, 12:12
Photographers from Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, and Uzbekistan presented their works in Paris
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Photographers from Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, and Uzbekistan presented their works in Paris

, Ulugbek BABAKULOV Photos by Ulugbek Babakulov. Photography exhibition in Paris In the heart of France, the exhibition titled Regards sur l’Asie Centrale was opened, dedicated to the culture of Central Asia. Photographers from Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, and Uzbekistan participated in this project, showcasing their best works. This event has become one of the most significant cultural happenings of the season in France. The exhibition offers not just a collection of photographs but immerses

25.11.2025, 12:12
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More than 4000 households in the village of Kyzyl-Suu gained access to drinking water

In the Jeti-Oguz district of the Issyk-Kul region, in the village of Kyzyl-Suu, over 4,000 households and about 18,000 residents have gained access to clean drinking water. Present at the event were the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Food Processing Bakyt Torobaev, the head of the World Bank office in Kyrgyzstan Hugh Riddell, and representatives of local authorities.

25.11.2025, 12:02
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A Cultural IT Center Opened in the City of Sulukta. Photo

On November 21, a ceremony was held in Sulyukt for the opening of a cultural center named after Ubada Saburova, a renowned public figure. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Culture. High-ranking guests attended the event, including Deputy Minister of Culture and Youth Policy Marat Tagaev, the presidential representative in the Batken region Aibek Shamenov, as well as the akim of the Leilek district Zhenishbek Asylbek and the mayor of Sulyukt Bolot Abdyjaparov. Also among

25.11.2025, 11:57
Temporary road closures to "Manas" are introduced during the CSTO summit
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Temporary road closures to "Manas" are introduced during the CSTO summit

In connection with the CSTO summit being held in Bishkek, JSC "Airports of Kyrgyzstan" warns passengers about possible difficulties in accessing Manas International Airport. The city has implemented enhanced security measures, which are leading to temporary traffic restrictions on several streets, including routes leading to the airport.

25.11.2025, 11:50
Construction of a new tourist center has begun in Karkyra
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Construction of a new tourist center has begun in Karkyra

Construction of a new tourist center has begun at the Karkyra pasture, located in the Tup district of the Issyk-Kul region. This was reported by the Issyk-Kul Development Fund. According to the fund, a local businessman presented the project and requested financial assistance. The supervisory board approved the allocation of an interest-free loan in the amount of 15 million soms.

25.11.2025, 11:48
Apple threatened India with hefty fines for importing iPhones to Russia
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Apple threatened India with hefty fines for importing iPhones to Russia

Photo from the internet Indian retailers may face hefty fines for selling Apple products if devices are activated using foreign SIM cards within 90 days of purchase. In this case, stores will be at risk, although specific fine amounts are not specified. This was reported by RBC. Interestingly, Apple previously rarely warned its distributors about such risks, but now the company has adopted a stricter approach, according to the Indian publication MoneyControl. In the event of violations, stores

25.11.2025, 11:39
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The 36th meeting of the CIS Youth Affairs Council took place in Astana.

On November 20, another, already the 36th meeting of the Council for Youth Affairs of the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS) took place in Astana. According to the Ministry of Culture, delegates from Kyrgyzstan, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Kazakhstan, Tajikistan, Uzbekistan, as well as representatives of basic youth organizations and the Executive Committee of the CIS participated in the council's work.

25.11.2025, 11:32
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The UKZ of the Bishkek City Hall dismantled 7075 objects in 2024

In 2024, the department responsible for land use control dismantled 7,075 structures, as stated in the mayor's report on the activities of the Bishkek city hall for this year, which was presented at a meeting of the Bishkek city council. Among the demolished structures, 3,537 were light constructions, 506 were capital buildings, and 3,032 were advertising installations.

25.11.2025, 11:22
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From the budget of the Bishkek City Hall, 112.8 million soms were paid to employees of subordinate institutions as material assistance, - audit

As a result of the audit of salaries in the institutions and enterprises of the Bishkek city hall, it was established that the total amount of identified violations of legislation amounts to 324.7 million soms. Of this amount, 282 million soms pertains to budgetary institutions, while 42.7 million soms relates to municipal enterprises. This data is contained in the report of the Accounts Chamber for the year 2023. According to the information in the report, the city hall paid additional amounts

25.11.2025, 11:13
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The road leading to Naryn Airport has been paved.

In the Naryn region, the work on paving the road over a stretch of 5.5 km, which connects the city to the "Naryn" airport, has been completed. As reported by the press service of the Ministry of Transport and Communications of the Kyrgyz Republic, the asphalt was laid on the section from 4 to 9+500 km of the Naryn - Oryuktam highway. Currently, road services are working on strengthening the road shoulders. According to the agency, the work carried out from the title list is aimed at

25.11.2025, 11:12
Ecologists: It's Time to Save the Floodplain Forests of Kyrgyzstan
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Ecologists: It's Time to Save the Floodplain Forests of Kyrgyzstan

Recently, an annual tree planting event organized by the Public Association of Gardeners "Maki" took place on the banks of the Ken-Tor River in the Issyk-Ata region. This year, participants planted seedlings of rare species such as the Semyonov fir, Tien Shan spruce, and common pine. These local species were recommended by specialists and grown in the Toktogul Forestry, which increases their chances of successful acclimatization in the climatic conditions of Kyrgyzstan.

25.11.2025, 11:04
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Naryn Received New Buses

According to information provided by the Prime Minister's Office, Naryn has received a new batch of special equipment and buses. The key transfer ceremony took place during the working visit of the Prime Minister Adylbek Kasymaliev to the Naryn region.

25.11.2025, 10:58
New Zealand Plans to Completely Eradicate Wild Cats by 2050
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New Zealand Plans to Completely Eradicate Wild Cats by 2050

In New Zealand, a complete extermination of wild cats is planned by 2050, as reported by The Guardian. Minister of Conservation Tama Potaka confirmed that wild cats are now included in the government program "Predator-Free 2050," calling them "cold-blooded killers."

25.11.2025, 10:58
The "Kloop" Case. Operators' Sentences Changed to Three Years of Probation
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The "Kloop" Case. Operators' Sentences Changed to Three Years of Probation

Photo from the internet Today, a session was held at the Bishkek City Court, where it was decided to change the sentence of former 'Kloop' operators Alexander Alexandrov and Joomart Doolotov. This information was provided by human rights activist Gulshaiyr Abdirasulova. The judge reduced the prison sentence from five years to three years of probation, releasing the defendants right in the courtroom.

25.11.2025, 10:44
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The road leading to the "Naryn" airport has been paved.

In the Naryn region, the work on the asphalt paving of the Naryn — Oryuktam road section has been completed. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Transport and Communications of the Kyrgyz Republic. According to the ministry, the length of the repaired road leading to the "Naryn" airport is 5.5 kilometers. Currently, the state enterprise "Kyrgyzavtozhol-North," specifically road operation enterprise No. 8, continues to strengthen the road shoulders.

25.11.2025, 10:42
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The deadlines for the introduction of the taxi driver license have been postponed.

The Deputy Head of the Licensing and Technical Control Department of the State Traffic Safety Inspectorate, Mirlan Akim uulu, announced on the air of "Birinchi Radio" about the postponement of the mandatory licensing deadlines for taxi drivers. It was previously planned that starting from December 1, taxi drivers working through apps without a license would not be able to accept orders. Now, this deadline has been changed to February 1.

25.11.2025, 10:40
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A Kyrgyzstani Conquered the Highest Mountain in Mexico

On November 23, Akmatbek Mamatkaimov, an alpinist from Kyrgyzstan, reached the summit of Orizaba, which stands at 5,636 meters. This information was confirmed by his relatives, who reported his success to Kaktus.media. Orizaba, also known as Pico de Orizaba, is an active volcano located in the Cordillera system. Locals refer to it as Sitlaltépetl, which translates from the Aztec language as "mountain of stars".

25.11.2025, 10:23
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The Ministry of Labor proposes to approve a standard for state services for providing prosthetic and orthopedic products to citizens without disabilities.

The Ministry of Labor, Social Protection, and Migration has initiated a draft order that approves a new standard for the state service of producing and providing prosthetic and orthopedic products for needy citizens who do not have a disability group and have received a referral from a doctor. The purpose of this document is to close legal gaps and update the state service standard in accordance with current legislation.

25.11.2025, 10:15
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At the Art Dialog forum, a resolution aimed at the development of vocational education was adopted.

On November 21, the Art Dialog forum was held at the National Historical Museum, where leaders of vocational education institutions gathered to discuss the most important issues in this field. As a result of the forum's work, a resolution aimed at the development of the vocational education sector was adopted. According to the press service of the Ministry of Culture, Information, and Youth Policy, representatives from various government structures participated in the event, including the

25.11.2025, 10:12
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UN: Every day, 137 women and girls are killed by their partners or relatives

According to the UN, in 2024, 50,000 women and girls became victims of their intimate partners and family members, which amounts to approximately one victim every 10 minutes. This information was published by the UN News Service. Despite existing international commitments, statistics on this issue have remained alarming for many years.

25.11.2025, 09:40
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A Tractor with Over 100 Years of History Preserved in Tyup

In the village of Tyup, located in the Issyk-Kul region, you can see a Soviet-made tractor of the brand "SHTZ 15/30". This agricultural machine, which has a rich history, has become a symbol of the labor heritage of the region. The tractor is mounted on a pedestal in the territory of one of the local farms, situated in the eastern part of Tyup.

25.11.2025, 09:35
The Ministry of Education and Science of the Kyrgyz Republic expands partnership with Austria in the field of tourism
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The Ministry of Education and Science of the Kyrgyz Republic expands partnership with Austria in the field of tourism

A meeting was held at the Ministry of Education of the Kyrgyz Republic, during which Minister Dogdurkul Kendirbaeva met with a delegation from Austria. According to the ministry, the Austrian delegation included representatives from the Federal Ministry of Finance, educational institutions, and a diplomatic advisor from the Austrian Agency for Economic Cooperation and Development.

25.11.2025, 08:51
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Temporary Restrictions Will Be Introduced on Some Roads in the Chui Region

From November 25 to 27, temporary restrictions will be imposed on certain sections of roads in the Chui region. These measures are related to the upcoming session of the Collective Security Council of the CSTO, as well as the official visit of the President of the Russian Federation, Vladimir Putin. The restrictions will affect the routes between Manas Airport and Bishkek, as well as Issyk-Ata – Bishkek, as reported by the press service of the Main Internal Affairs Directorate of the Chui

24.11.2025, 23:13