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In the suburbs of Balıkçı, 60 hunters gathered — their prey became 2 predators

In the area of Balykchy and neighboring villages, an action was organized for the culling of predators. On December 21, the Balykchy City Department of Internal Affairs, in collaboration with the hunting society of the Issyk-Kul region, conducted an event to cull wolves and jackals that pose a danger to livestock. The hunting took place in the forests near the village of Ak-Ölön [Ak-Olon].

22.12.2025, 12:23
Askat Subanbekov presented the family comedy "Womanizer and Henpecked Husband"
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Askat Subanbekov presented the family comedy "Womanizer and Henpecked Husband"

The plot centers around two old friends who have chosen different paths in life. Aibek steadfastly adheres to a bachelor lifestyle, placing independence first. In contrast, Mirlan is fully immersed in family responsibilities and considers his wife's opinions when making decisions. Their meeting becomes the starting point for the clash of two opposing worldviews, leading to numerous comedic situations.

22.12.2025, 12:21
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"Up to 10,000 heads of cattle per day, what money is circulating..." — the state of the livestock market in Tokmok has sparked discussion on social media

There is an active discussion on social media regarding a video demonstrating the condition of the livestock market in Tokmok, Chui region. The recording was made on December 21. The author noted that after the snow melted, the market area was covered in mud, which creates serious inconveniences for all participants in the trade.

22.12.2025, 12:10
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In the Sokuluk District, low-quality coal was delivered for the children's boarding school.

Representatives of the presidential envoy in the Chui region visited a special boarding school for children with mental development delays, located in the village of Nizhne-Chuyskoye in the Sokuluk district. According to information obtained during the working trip, it was established that the coal supplied to the educational institution does not meet the necessary quality standards. This fact was revealed during an inspection of the conditions in which students are educated and live.

22.12.2025, 12:06
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In Balıkçı, the construction of a plant quarantine laboratory will cost $350,000

In order to ensure phytosanitary safety in the Issyk-Kul region, the Department of Chemicalization, Plant Protection, and Quarantine under the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry, with the support of the Islamic Development Bank, is starting the construction of a plant quarantine laboratory in Balykchy. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Water Resources and Agriculture. According to the department's information, the total cost of the

22.12.2025, 11:52
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It became known who will build the new market in the 9th microdistrict

The city administration reported that the construction of the new CITY Market in the 9th microdistrict is being handled by the company "Ak Ordo Bulak". As part of the public-private partnership (PPP) project, a competition was held in which the company presented the most justified and comprehensive proposal for the implementation of this project.

22.12.2025, 11:46
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Kyrgyzstan and Turkey Discussed Cooperation in the Field of Cinematography

As part of the forum dedicated to countering disinformation among the member states of the Organization of Turkic States, Marat Tagaev, Deputy Minister of Culture, Information, and Youth Policy of Kyrgyzstan, held a meeting with Birol Güven, General Director of the Department of Cinematography of the Ministry of Culture and Tourism of Turkey. During the conversation, the possibilities for cooperation in the field of cinematography were discussed. The participants exchanged ideas about the

22.12.2025, 11:44
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They Want to Open Another Checkpoint on the Border of Kyrgyzstan and Kazakhstan

In the Sokuluk district of the Chui region, work will begin on the restoration of the checkpoint "Kamyshanovka," which was closed about 15 years ago. This information became known during the visit of the presidential envoy to the Chui region to the territory of the previously closed checkpoint "Kamyshanovka," the reason for its closure being the poor condition of the infrastructure.

22.12.2025, 11:35
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UN: About 2,000 ISIS-Khorasan militants are operating in Afghanistan, recruiting children

According to information from the UN Security Council, there are about 2,000 militants of the ISIS-Khorasan ("Wilayat Khorasan") group operating in Afghanistan. This group is actively recruiting children under the age of 14, including training them to carry out terrorist attacks using suicide bombers. According to a UN report, most of the commanders in ISIS-Khorasan are Afghan Pashtuns, while many of the rank-and-file militants are from Central Asia. The document indicates that the

22.12.2025, 11:27
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Territorial Reform in the Kyrgyz Republic: Why the Consolidation of Villages Did Not Solve Old Problems

The administrative-territorial reform implemented in Kyrgyzstan over the past two years has led to a reduction in the number of rural districts from 452 to 231. However, experts from the Hanns Seidel Foundation, which actively supports local self-governance in the country, emphasize in their new report the presence of serious issues: there are no clear criteria for consolidation, a personnel crisis is observed, and there is a formal transfer of powers for managing pastures. Additional

22.12.2025, 11:25
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In Uzgen, 7 citizens were fined for violating hunting regulations

In the Osh region, another raid took place aimed at monitoring compliance with hunting regulations. The relevant information was provided by the Osh regional office of the Environmental and Technical Supervision Service. On December 20, employees of the Environmental and Technical Supervision Service of the region, together with rangers from the Biodiversity Department and representatives of the "Bars-2" group of the "NABU" organization, conducted an inspection in the

22.12.2025, 11:16
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In Astana, a presentation of novels by Kyrgyz authors published in the Kazakh language took place.

In Astana, at the National Academic Library, a presentation of novels by Kyrgyz writers translated into Kazakh was held. According to the press service of the President's Administration, the event featured the books of Arslan Koichiev "Mismildirik" ("The Curse of Authority") and Sultan Raev "Topon," published as part of the series "Literature of the Turkic World."

22.12.2025, 11:05
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Fines Imposed for Violating Hunting Rules in Kara-Suu and Alaï Districts

In the Osh region, a raid was conducted aimed at monitoring compliance with hunting regulations. This was reported by the Osh regional office of the Environmental and Technical Supervision Service, operating under the auspices of the Ministry of Natural Resources, Ecology, and Technical Supervision. According to the agency's information, on December 21 of the current year, inspectors from the Osh office, together with representatives from the department for the protection of natural

22.12.2025, 11:03
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In Kara-Kuldja, 2 citizens were fined for violating hunting regulations

In the Kara-Kuljin district of the Osh region, a raid was conducted aimed at monitoring compliance with hunting regulations. This was reported by the Osh regional office of the Environmental and Technical Supervision Service under the Ministry of Natural Resources, Ecology, and Technical Supervision. According to the agency's information, on December 16, inspectors carried out an event to check compliance with hunting norms in protected areas located on the northern and southern sides of

22.12.2025, 11:01
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"System" in the Karakol School. The GKNB has registered 10 teenagers, two employees have been fired.

The State Committee for National Security reported that a number of employees from the internal affairs and education departments in Karakol have been punished for inadequate performance of their duties. Verification actions by the GKNB were initiated after a representative of the parent committee of the 9th "A" class of school No. 7 named after K. Mendegul uulu, M. Ts., addressed the chairman of the GKNB, Kamchybek Tashiev, with a complaint about regular instances of violence at this

22.12.2025, 11:00
In Kyrgyzstan, 1545 km of roads have been paved since the beginning of the year
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In Kyrgyzstan, 1545 km of roads have been paved since the beginning of the year

Since the beginning of 2023, 1545 kilometers of roads have been asphalted in Kyrgyzstan. This was stated by Beknazar Bazaraliyev, Deputy Minister of Transport and Communications, on the air of Birinchi Radio. He also noted that significant earthworks were carried out on several sections of the road before laying the asphalt, which created the necessary conditions for road projects for the coming year. “At the beginning of the year, we set a goal to asphalt about 1000 km. The current result has

22.12.2025, 10:58
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On the alternative North-South highway, winter maintenance work has been intensified.

Currently, work is actively ongoing on the sections of the alternative North-South highway from kilometer 89 to 159 to ensure winter maintenance. According to the press service of the Ministry of Transport and Communications of the Kyrgyz Republic, the company China Railway No. 5 is responsible for carrying out road cleaning activities. On the designed section Epkin—Bashkuugandy, several pieces of equipment are involved: three motor graders, a loader, an excavator, as well as two teams of eight

22.12.2025, 10:37
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Project "Zheneke": The guy offered Turdubai's daughter Aina a ride with her friends — this trip became fateful for her

In Shopokov, located in the Sokuluk district of the Chui region, a competition was held, resulting in the winner in the category "Narktyu Kelin" ("Respected (Worthy) Daughter-in-law") being Turdubai kyzy Ainas. A Turmush correspondent spoke with her. Ainas, born on November 14, 1993, is raising three children: a daughter and two sons. "Children are my main wealth and source of inspiration. My daughter is already in the 8th grade, and my youngest son has just started

22.12.2025, 10:33
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Airport "Manas" has once again suspended flight arrivals

According to information received from OJSC "International Airports of Kyrgyzstan," on December 22, Manas Airport once again suspended the acceptance of flights due to heavy fog. At the moment, 15 flights have either been canceled or delayed, and some of them have been rescheduled for a later time.

22.12.2025, 10:33
Construction of wastewater treatment facilities has begun in the "Kyrgyz-Ata" park.
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Construction of wastewater treatment facilities has begun in the "Kyrgyz-Ata" park.

Construction of wastewater treatment facilities has begun in the natural park "Kyrgyz-Ata," as reported by the Ministry of Natural Resources, Ecology, and Technical Supervision. High-ranking officials attended the capsule-laying ceremony marking the start of the works, including the First Deputy Minister of Natural Resources Bolot Jusupbekov, the Minister of Emergency Situations Boobek Azhikeev, and the First Deputy Plenipotentiary Representative of the President in the Osh Region

22.12.2025, 10:15
The Institute of Ombudsman was handed 9 official vehicles
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The Institute of Ombudsman was handed 9 official vehicles

At a recent meeting with the President of the Kyrgyz Republic, Sadyr Japarov, a decision was made to allocate 9 million soms to improve the material and technical base of the Ombudsman Institute, which will allow for the purchase of new vehicles. The keys to 9 Chevrolet Cobalt vehicles were handed over to Ombudsman Jamilya Jamangbaeva by the President's Chief of Staff, Kanbek Tumanbaev.

22.12.2025, 10:07
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Kyrgyzstan's Energy Workers Congratulated on Their Professional Holiday

On Energy Workers' Day, the Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers of Kyrgyzstan, Adylbek Kasymaliev, congratulated industry workers, noting their significant impact on the country's development. This information was provided by the press service of the cabinet. In his address, Kasymaliev emphasized that energy plays a key role in the economy and social sphere of the state. He highlighted that the daily work of energy workers is crucial for the stability of schools, hospitals,

22.12.2025, 09:56
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Chuya Hunters Encounter an Unusual Phenomenon

In the Chui region, sport hunters have begun to encounter an unexpected phenomenon: worms have been found in the harvested pheasants. These cases are not rare. Hunter Vladimir Zakharov, sharing his experience, recounted that after receiving his hunting permit, he went hunting and caught a pheasant. However, when he started to prepare his trophy, he found worms in the bird's crop. "I felt uncomfortable. I have been hunting for many years, but I have never encountered anything like

22.12.2025, 09:54
Modern equipment transferred to the Archive Service of Kyrgyzstan
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Modern equipment transferred to the Archive Service of Kyrgyzstan

In the context of the digital economy, the State Archive of Kyrgyzstan has begun receiving modern equipment that will assist in the digitization of archival documents and the preservation of historical heritage. This was reported on the official website of the institution. As part of the delivery, the following items were acquired:

22.12.2025, 09:51
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The Ministry of Culture awarded D Billions for their contribution to the creative industry of Kyrgyzstan

On December 19, the Minister of Culture, Information and Youth Policy Mirbek Mambetaliev awarded members of the creative team D Billions for their significant contribution to the development of the creative industry in Kyrgyzstan. This was reported by the ministry's press service. During the award ceremony, the minister interacted with the team members, appreciating their creative achievements and expressing hope for further success in their activities.

22.12.2025, 09:49
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The Minister of Culture and an international group of architects, historians, and researchers discussed bilateral cooperation.

The Minister of Culture, Information and Youth Policy, Mirbek Mambetaliev, held a meeting with an international group of architects, historians, and researchers, as reported by the press service of the ministry. During the meeting, Ekaterina Golovatyuk, who heads the international group, presented the concept of a new project aimed at preserving, researching, and updating Soviet architecture and urban planning objects in accordance with current requirements.

22.12.2025, 09:47
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Kyrgyzstan and Turkey Discussed Cooperation in the Field of Media and Communications

At the forum dedicated to combating disinformation among the member states of the Turkic Council in Ankara, the Deputy Minister of Culture of Kyrgyzstan, Marat Tagaev, held a meeting with the head of the Communications Department of the Turkish Presidential Administration, Burhanettin Duran. The press service of the Ministry of Culture reported that during the discussion, the focus was on the prospects for cooperation in areas such as media content creation, development of analytical materials,

22.12.2025, 09:33
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Driver in a state of intoxication did not comply with police demands

In the Chui region, an incident occurred involving a driver of a "Lexus 300" who was in a state of alcohol intoxication and did not comply with the instructions of traffic police officers, attempting to evade pursuit. According to information provided by the press service of the Traffic Police Department of the Chui region, the battalion officers are actively conducting preventive measures aimed at reducing the number of traffic accidents, including identifying drivers who violate the

22.12.2025, 09:30
Music and Dance Under the Open Sky: New Year's Atmosphere at Ala-Too Square
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Music and Dance Under the Open Sky: New Year's Atmosphere at Ala-Too Square

In Bishkek, musical evenings dedicated to the New Year holidays continue at Ala-Too Square, as reported by the city hall press service. The "Semetey" song and dance ensemble delighted residents and guests of the capital with a festive program, performing a variety of pop, folk, and national numbers. Their performance created a true atmosphere of celebration and New Year magic in the main square of the city. The Bishkek city hall invites everyone to attend the upcoming concert

22.12.2025, 09:28
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In the Osh Region, tourist flow has nearly doubled — the region welcomed over 300,000 tourists

According to information provided by the presidential representative office, Osh region welcomed more than 300,000 tourists in 2025. In 2025, there is a significant increase in the number of tourists in the Osh region compared to previous years. While 155,900 people visited the region in 2024, this number has already exceeded 300,000 in the first 11 months of 2025.

22.12.2025, 09:28
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Mufti of Kyrgyzstan: The month of Rajab has arrived, two months remain until Ramadan

In Kyrgyzstan, the holy month of Rajab has begun, which is considered the first of the "three blessed months." This was announced by the mufti of the republic in his address to Muslims on December 21. He noted that Rajab, along with Shaaban and Ramadan, holds an important place in Islamic tradition. According to the mufti, during this period, the Prophet Muhammad increased his prayers, and Rajab symbolizes the approach of the month of Ramadan, which is dedicated to fasting and reading

22.12.2025, 09:26
Emotions may run high during this time. Horoscope from December 22 to 28
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Emotions may run high during this time. Horoscope from December 22 to 28

This week, especially in its first half, heightened activity and emotional strain can be expected. Some may experience a painful reaction to criticism, leading to conflicts and anger. In relationships, false feelings may arise, so it's worth double-checking the sincerity of the words heard. It's important to be cautious with alcohol consumption, as it can provoke rash actions. The second half of the week will be calmer, allowing for better understanding of what has happened and

22.12.2025, 09:21
Manas Airport Again Not Accepting Flights
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Manas Airport Again Not Accepting Flights

Due to dense fog, Manas International Airport has once again temporarily suspended the acceptance of flights. This information has been confirmed by representatives of the OJSC "International Airports of Kyrgyzstan," reports 24. kg. According to the press service, 11 flights have been delayed, and four of them have been canceled.

22.12.2025, 09:20
The first flight of Kyrgyz pilgrims for Hajj will take place on May 11, 2026.
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The first flight of Kyrgyz pilgrims for Hajj will take place on May 11, 2026.

As reported by Zholdoshbek Azhy Abdildaev, the Deputy Mufti of Kyrgyzstan and head of the Hajj organization committee, the first flights of pilgrims from Kyrgyzstan to Saudi Arabia will begin on May 11, 2026. According to his information, the quota for Hajj for Kyrgyzstan will be 6060 places, the same as this year. This year, new rules are also being introduced: medical requirements for pilgrims have been strengthened, and the cost of the sacrificial offering will now be included in the

22.12.2025, 09:18
The Ministry of Culture awarded the creative team D Billions
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The Ministry of Culture awarded the creative team D Billions

During a solemn ceremony, the Minister of Culture, Information, and Youth Policy of Kyrgyzstan, Mirbek Mambetaliev, presented awards to representatives of the creative team D Billions. This event was a tribute to their contribution to the development of the creative sector in the country. Photo by the Ministry of Culture The ministry's press service reported that the minister emphasized the team's significant achievements and its importance in shaping a positive image of Kyrgyzstan

22.12.2025, 09:14
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The Minister of Culture visited the wool processing enterprise "Wool.KG"

The Minister of Culture, Information, and Youth Policy of Kyrgyzstan, Mirbek Mambetaliev, visited the enterprise "Wool.KG" on December 20. This production facility, located in the country, is engaged in wool processing and the manufacture of felt products, as reported by the Ministry of Culture of the Kyrgyz Republic. During his visit, Mambetaliev familiarized himself with the production process, which encompasses all stages—from purchasing raw materials from local farmers to the

22.12.2025, 08:51
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An earthquake was felt in Kyrgyzstan with its epicenter in China.

On December 22, 2025, at 03:16, an earthquake occurred in the territory of China, in the area of the Kak-Shaal-Too ridge. According to information from the Institute of Seismology of the National Academy of Sciences of the Kyrgyz Republic, the epicenter was located 33 km southeast of the village of Bedel, as well as 75 km southeast of the Kumtor mine and 123 km southeast of Karakol.

22.12.2025, 08:45
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The BGK Commission tasked with resolving the issue of the lack of a street name in the Manas Ata residential area.

On December 18, 2025, a meeting of the permanent commission of the Bishkek City Council, which deals with issues of regulations, ethics, legal aspects, and law enforcement, was held under the leadership of Aibek Makeshov from the "Adilet" party. According to information provided by the press service of the BGC, the participants of the meeting discussed draft resolutions that will be presented at the upcoming session of the council. One of the key issues was a collective appeal from

22.12.2025, 08:27
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The CIS will cooperate on the issue of health insurance for labor migrants

At a recent meeting of the expert group, the issue of creating an agreement on medical insurance for labor migrants in the CIS countries was discussed. According to the press service of the Executive Committee of the Commonwealth of Independent States, this initiative concerns not only migrants but also their families. During the meeting, experts evaluated the proposals and comments received from various member states and, by majority vote, approved the draft agreement, which will now be

22.12.2025, 08:04
In Bishkek, the KFS awarded the best players and coaches
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In Bishkek, the KFS awarded the best players and coaches

The KFU Football Awards 2025 ceremony took place in Bishkek, where the results of the football year in the country were summarized. The Kyrgyz Football Union awarded individual prizes to the best players, coaches, and organizations. The event was attended by the president of the KFU, Kamchybek Tashiev.

22.12.2025, 07:13