The Eastern Bus Station in Bishkek has been returned to the city's balance. What will be built there?
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The Eastern Bus Station in Bishkek has been returned to the city's balance. What will be built there?

Photo courtesy of the Bishkek City Hall press service The territory of the Eastern Bus Station has recently been returned to municipal ownership. Previously, this plot of land was used by the "Drivers' Union" company, which had a parking lot for various vehicles. According to the press service of Bishkek City Hall, this territory was used without paying rent to the city budget.

13.03.2026, 18:42
Residents of Bishkek Ask Not to Remove the Osh Market
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Residents of Bishkek Ask Not to Remove the Osh Market

Numerous shoppers are concerned about the future of their usual trading place Residents of Kyrgyzstan's capital, Bishkek, are protesting against plans to relocate the Osh market outside the city. They have sent their appeals to the editorial office, urging the authorities to keep the market in its usual location. “How are we supposed to get there? Every day, tens of thousands of people shop at this market. Here you can find fresh vegetables, fruits, meat, sweets, as well as clothing and

13.03.2026, 18:14
Cottages near the Orto-Alysh Water Intake: What This Means for the Capital's Water Supply
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Cottages near the Orto-Alysh Water Intake: What This Means for the Capital's Water Supply

Photo 24.kg Recent construction of cottages in close proximity to the Orto-Alysh water intake, which is a crucial source of drinking water for Bishkek, raises serious concerns about compliance with sanitary standards and the safety of the city's water supply. During his working visit, the mayor of the capital, Aibek Junushaliev, emphasized the need to verify the legitimacy of the buildings near this strategic facility. He also noted that sanitary zones must be strictly observed.

13.03.2026, 18:09
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Part of Bishkek will be without drinking water for one day (addresses)

Due to repair work at the "Airport" water intake, on March 17, some houses and institutions in Bishkek will be without drinking water. This was reported by the press service of the city mayor's office. The water outage is expected from 09:00 to 16:00 at the following addresses: Ch. Aitmatov Ave., 93/1, 93/2, 93/3, 93/4, 93/5, 93/6; Toktonalieva St., 139/3, 157, 153, 153/3, 155; Tolomush Okeeva St., 39/3, 39/4, 39/8, 39/7, 39/6.

13.03.2026, 18:00
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A new hospital is planned to be built in Tyup.

A new hospital will rise in the Tyup district, reports Turmush correspondent. Today, during his working trip to the Issyk-Kul region, the Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic, Adylbek Kasymaliev, visited the Tyup district, where he familiarized himself with the condition of the local district hospital, as well as with the V. Kaikin Secondary School, which underwent renovations.

13.03.2026, 17:48
Birth Rate Decreased in Kyrgyzstan - Ministry of Health
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Birth Rate Decreased in Kyrgyzstan - Ministry of Health

In 2025, there were 137,980 births registered in Kyrgyzstan, which is 2,000 fewer compared to 2024. This was reported by Nurgul Ibraeva, head of the Ministry of Health department, at a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh. She noted that there is a stable trend of declining birth rates in the country. While last year the number of births was around 150,000, this figure has now decreased by 20,000 to 30,000.

13.03.2026, 17:38
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Didn’t pay the fine - can’t register a vehicle or property. The Ministry of Internal Affairs proposes new restrictions.

The Ministry of Internal Affairs is developing a draft law that proposes the transition of protocols on offenses to a digital format and the tightening of measures for persistent violators of traffic rules. Details of the document are available for discussion. The project proposes amendments to the Code of Offenses, which will allow protocols to be recorded and decisions to be issued in electronic form. According to the initiators, this will not only increase the efficiency of work but also

13.03.2026, 17:35
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Forecast of Magnetic Storms for the Upcoming Month (Chart)

The forecast for magnetic storms from the end of March to the beginning of April 2026 was presented by the Solar Astronomy Laboratory. The chart can be found on the laboratory's website. Recommendations for weather-sensitive individualsChanges in atmospheric conditions can negatively affect well-being, especially in people with chronic illnesses and the elderly. Specialists from the Republican Center for Health Promotion have suggested several ways to improve well-being on such days.

13.03.2026, 17:29
In Bishkek, work continues on eliminating duplicate street names
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In Bishkek, work continues on eliminating duplicate street names

At a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, Deputy Jumabek Salymbekov raised an important issue regarding the presence of duplicate street names in the capital. He noted that after the annexation of new territories to Bishkek, confusion has arisen, complicating the work of emergency services and other agencies, creating problems with timely access to certain streets. The Deputy Mayor for land use, architecture, construction, and digitalization, Azamat Kadyrov, reported that active measures are

13.03.2026, 17:26
Construction of a high-rise building near the cemetery commented on by the Ministry of Construction
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Construction of a high-rise building near the cemetery commented on by the Ministry of Construction

Officials denied the facts of violations of sanitary standards The main department for urban planning and architecture of Bishkek denied information about violations of sanitary norms during the construction of a 4-storey building in the village of Orto-Sai, located in the Oktyabrsky district. According to an official document issued by the Tash-Töbö rural administration in 2018, this cemetery was recognized as closed. Based on this document, the project materials were analyzed in accordance

13.03.2026, 17:05
Tolekan Ismailov and Bermet Borubaeva Released from the Bishkek City Police Department
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Tolekan Ismailov and Bermet Borubaeva Released from the Bishkek City Police Department

They spent about 6 hours in interrogation Human rights defender Tolekan Ismailova, eco-activist Bermet Borubaeva, and documentarian Bulat Satarkulov were released from the Bishkek GUVd. This was reported by Bermet on her social media page. According to the information provided by her, the total duration of their interrogation was about 6 hours. The reason was their participation in the action "The Right to Freedom of Peaceful Assembly," which the human rights defenders planned to

13.03.2026, 17:04
Draft law on new rules for migrants: income, advances, and children's exit from Russia
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Draft law on new rules for migrants: income, advances, and children's exit from Russia

On the official portal of the State Duma, Chairman Vyacheslav Volodin announced upcoming changes in legislation concerning migrants. According to the new draft law, labor migrants will be required to confirm their income as well as the income of their families, which must be at least the subsistence minimum in their region. The introduction of a mandatory advance payment is also planned. The Speaker of the State Duma noted that failure to comply with these requirements may lead to the refusal

13.03.2026, 17:01
Him through the door, but he goes out the window: the Nomad TV channel pavilion is being built next to the Russian Drama Theater
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Him through the door, but he goes out the window: the Nomad TV channel pavilion is being built next to the Russian Drama Theater

Previously, the pavilion was located at Ala-Too Square According to information published by the publication "24.kg", the construction of a new pavilion for the Nomad TV channel has started in Bishkek, which will now be located in close proximity to the Russian Drama Theater. Workers have already begun construction work, the source reports. It is important to note that the previous pavilion was located at Ala-Too Square and was used for broadcasting live shows and interviews.

13.03.2026, 16:54
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Ministry of Construction: The construction of a house in the village of Orto-Sai is being carried out in compliance with regulations

The Main Department of Urban Planning and Architecture in Bishkek commented on the recent disputes on social media regarding the construction of a four-story residential building in the village of Orto-Sai, located in the October district. The agency denied rumors that the building is being constructed in close proximity — only 30 meters from the cemetery. This information is not accurate.

13.03.2026, 16:54
A perinatal center is being built in the Talas region with a grant from a German bank
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A perinatal center is being built in the Talas region with a grant from a German bank

The project for the construction of a perinatal center in the Talas region is being actively implemented with financial support from a grant from the German Development Bank. This was announced at a meeting in the Jogorku Kenesh by the First Deputy Minister of Health Tilek Mamadaliev. The minister noted that the new center will be equipped with the latest technology and its opening is planned for early 2027. In addition, training for doctors from Kyrgyzstan in Germany is planned to enhance

13.03.2026, 16:43
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Residents complain about potholes at the intersection of Ibraimov and Kureneev. Response from the city hall.

Residents contacted the Call Center Kaktus.media with complaints. They report that they had already reached out last July regarding the potholes at this intersection. “After our complaints, workers came out to fill the potholes. However, just a month later, the situation worsened again. With the arrival of spring, we are once again seeing potholes on the road. We urgently ask that attention be paid to this intersection, as there is heavy traffic here. A quality repair is necessary,” local

13.03.2026, 16:23
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The Attorney General of the Kyrgyz Republic opened a new building for the Sokuluk District Prosecutor's Office and planted a fir tree nearby.

In the Sokuluk district, the opening of a new administrative building for the prosecutor's office took place. The event was attended by the Attorney General of the Kyrgyz Republic, Maksat Asanaliev, as reported by the press service of the prosecutor's office. The event also gathered representatives of local government structures, as well as employees and veterans of the prosecutor's office.

13.03.2026, 15:58
"Kyrgyz Post" announced a competition: schoolchildren can get to Switzerland
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"Kyrgyz Post" announced a competition: schoolchildren can get to Switzerland

As part of the competition, laptops, smartphones, and tablets are up for grabs. «Kyrgyz Post» has launched an international competition for writing epistolary essays. The company invited schoolchildren aged 9 to 15 to participate. As noted by the company's representatives, the competition encourages children to reflect on the importance of human relationships in our digital society. Participants are to write a letter to a friend, highlighting the value of live communication in the context

13.03.2026, 15:53
A festival of sumolok will take place at the "Buran Tower" complex
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A festival of sumolok will take place at the "Buran Tower" complex

It is planned to set up 10 huge cauldrons A festival of kumys will take place at the historical and archaeological complex "Burana Tower," located near Tokmak, as reported by the event organizers. As part of the festival, 10 large cauldrons will be set up, where traditional treats will be prepared. Participants will be able not only to observe but also to actively take part in the cooking process. The main goal of this festival is to preserve national traditions and unite people in

13.03.2026, 15:50
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Had to transplant the flowers. How the CASA-1000 project was implemented in Kyrgyzstan

Azim Moldokerimov, the coordinator of the group responsible for the implementation of the CASA-1000 project, shared on the air of "Birinchi Radio" about the difficulties faced in Kyrgyzstan. Initially, it was planned that the route would pass through a number of populated areas; however, local residents expressed their protest. As a result, to avoid conflict, it became necessary to bypass a section approximately 3.5 kilometers long.

13.03.2026, 15:33
New buildings for the anti-plague department and forensic examination are planned to be built at Issyk-Kul.
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New buildings for the anti-plague department and forensic examination are planned to be built at Issyk-Kul.

As part of his working trip to the Issyk-Kul region, the Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic, Adylbek Kasymaliev, visited the anti-plague department of the Center for Control and Prevention of Particularly Dangerous and Quarantine Infections. He noted that the building housing the department was constructed in 1894 and does not meet modern biological safety standards. In this regard, Kasymaliev instructed the relevant agencies to consider the possibility of constructing

13.03.2026, 15:18
Different Salaries for Teachers: Will the Ministry of Education Want to Eliminate Inequality?
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Different Salaries for Teachers: Will the Ministry of Education Want to Eliminate Inequality?

Situation in schools: conflicts, staff shortages, and declining quality of education Teachers from Kyrgyzstan have appealed to the Prime Minister to address the issue of uneven salaries. This appeal was initiated by the Federation of Trade Unions. According to the opinions of educators, there is a significant inequality in salary calculations, ranging from 6,900 to 11,500 soms. This will also affect future salary increases, as they will differ for teachers of different subjects. "Teachers

13.03.2026, 14:59
At Bonezkogo, there is a 40% discount for seriously ill patients. They want to raise it again to 50%.
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At Bonezkogo, there is a 40% discount for seriously ill patients. They want to raise it again to 50%.

At a recent meeting of the parliamentary groups "Ishenim" and "Ala-Too," Deputy Zhyldyz Kurmanalieva raised a question about the reasons for the reduction of the discount on tests for seriously ill patients at the Bonetsky laboratory from 50% to 40%. In response, the head of the Ministry of Health's department, Nurgul Ibraeva, clarified that the current 40% discount is in effect and remains valid. The reason for the reduction in the discount was the increase in the

13.03.2026, 14:58
More than 150 unfinished and unregistered high-rise buildings identified in Bishkek and Osh
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More than 150 unfinished and unregistered high-rise buildings identified in Bishkek and Osh

The Ministry of Construction of the Kyrgyz Republic has classified problematic facilities into three groups As of the end of 2024, more than 150 high-rise buildings have been registered in Bishkek and Osh that are either unfinished or already inhabited but lack the necessary documents. This information was shared by the Deputy Minister of Construction, Architecture, and Housing and Communal Services of Kyrgyzstan, Bakai Turdugulov, during a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh. Turdugulov clarified

13.03.2026, 14:37
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Residents of Kara-Balta are surprised: the helicopter was flying at a low altitude

In the city of Kara-Balta, located in the Chuy region, local residents witnessed an unusual phenomenon: a helicopter flew very low over the city. According to eyewitnesses, the helicopter was flying at a low altitude in various parts of the city, and many claim that they have not seen anything like this in the last 20 years. “It flew over 40 Years of Kyrgyzstan Street at the level of a five-story building,” residents say.

13.03.2026, 14:33
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In Kyrgyzstan, interest in ecological routes has increased by 24 percent

By the end of 2025, the protected areas of Kyrgyzstan have shown outstanding results in financial and operational activities, reports the Ministry of Nature. According to official information, revenues from the tourism sector amounted to 37.7 million soms, which is more than double the figures from the previous year (+19.3 million soms).

13.03.2026, 14:28
Ismanali Joroev: Russian ambulances break down on the roads, buy "Mercedes"
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Ismanali Joroev: Russian ambulances break down on the roads, buy "Mercedes"

The deputy called for the purchase of German cars using donor funds At a meeting of parliamentary groups on March 13, Ismanali Joroev, a member of parliament, noted that Russian ambulances break down on Kyrgyz roads after just 2-3 years of operation. In this regard, he addressed the Deputy Minister of Health with a proposal to purchase 'Mercedes' vehicles. It should be noted that in 2026, the Ministry of Health plans to acquire approximately 400 ambulances. The World Bank has

13.03.2026, 14:24
Snow leopards are increasingly descending lower – the Ministry of Natural Resources explained the reasons
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Snow leopards are increasingly descending lower – the Ministry of Natural Resources explained the reasons

The snow leopard, known as the "king of the high mountains," inhabits all seven regions of Kyrgyzstan, as reported by Almaz Musaev, Deputy Minister of Natural Resources, Ecology, and Technical Supervision, in an interview with the Kabar agency. According to him, this animal prefers mountainous areas and cannot exist in other conditions. "The snow leopard is resistant to cold and prefers altitude, unlike hot climates," he noted. Musaev added that leopards inhabit 12

13.03.2026, 14:20
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Chairman of the Supreme Court Criticized the Work of Several Judges in Chui Region

During a working meeting with judges from the Chuy region, the Chairman of the Supreme Court, Meder Satyiev, expressed dissatisfaction with the performance of several judges. He listened to a report on activities for the year 2025, which noted that over the past year, more than 42,000 cases were considered in the regional court, and the percentage of court decisions left unchanged was 60–70%.

13.03.2026, 14:18