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Cashless payments: 300 million soms received through the checkpoints "Sosnovka" and "Kara-Kol"

According to the press service of the Ministry of Transport and Communications, in 2025, 300 million 266 thousand 484 soms were collected at the checkpoints "Sosnovka" and "Kara-Kol" thanks to the cashless payment system using QR codes. This figure exceeds the results of the same period in 2024 by 35.48 percent. In order to improve the quality of service to citizens and reduce the influence of the human factor, as well as to combat corruption, the minister instructed the

13.01.2026, 16:02
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25 candidates passed the bar exam (last names)

As a result of the computer testing, 25 out of 61 participants successfully passed the exam for obtaining a license to practice law. According to information provided by the Ministry of Justice, the qualifying exams were held on December 29 and 30, 2025, organized by the qualification commission on legal practice.

13.01.2026, 15:54
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The Housing Committee approved the tightening of penalties for traffic violations

Today, January 13, the first reading of the bill aimed at tightening penalties for traffic violations took place. This decision was made by the Committee of the Jogorku Kenesh on judicial and legal issues, law enforcement, combating crime, and countering corruption. The bill proposes amendments to several codes, including the Criminal and Criminal Procedure Codes, as well as the Code of Offenses and the Traffic Law. The initiator was the Cabinet of Ministers, and the changes were developed

13.01.2026, 15:41
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In Russian prisons, more than 1,200 Kyrgyz citizens are serving sentences.

According to Deputy Altynbek Kylchbaev, citizens of Kyrgyzstan in Russian prisons are facing difficulties in the process of being transferred back home. He shared this information at a meeting of the committee of the Jogorku Kenesh that deals with judicial and legal issues and the fight against crime. “How long do you consider requests coming from abroad? Hundreds of our compatriots are in prisons in Russia, and many of them are being recruited to participate in military actions. Some are

13.01.2026, 15:35
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The deputy proposes to change the conditions for entry and stay in the Kyrgyz Republic for former citizens.

In his proposal, Deputy Baktyyar Kalpaev insists on the necessity of changing the conditions for the stay of former citizens of Kyrgyzstan. Amendments to the law "On External Migration" have already been posted on the official website of the Jogorku Kenesh for discussion. He emphasizes that the existing rules regulating the entry and exit of foreigners, including those who were citizens of the Kyrgyz Republic, require them to comply with the same restrictions: 60 days within 120 days,

13.01.2026, 15:33
In Kyrgyzstan, plans are underway to reduce the number of state awards.
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In Kyrgyzstan, plans are underway to reduce the number of state awards.

The Committee of the Jogorku Kenesh on constitutional legislation and state structure today discussed and approved in the first reading a draft law titled "On State Awards, Honorary Titles, and State Prizes of the Kyrgyz Republic," taking into account the opinions of the deputies. The initiator of this draft law was the Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers. Deputy Minister of Justice Kuban Kazakov reported that the draft law proposes to reduce the existing 46 types of awards to 20.

13.01.2026, 15:26
The city hall reported how much coal is left at the CHPP
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The city hall reported how much coal is left at the CHPP

As of January 13, 2026, the coal reserves at the CHPP amount to 189,416 thousand tons, as reported by the city hall. To ensure operations during the autumn-winter period of 2025-2026, it is planned to purchase 1,400,000 tons of coal to guarantee the supply of electrical and thermal energy. Deliveries will continue until the end of the heating season. According to the municipality, on the specified date, the average capacity of the station reaches 460 MW, while the heat output is 8,694 thousand

13.01.2026, 15:17
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Bekeshev: Citizens are charged 100 soms just for calling the government agency's call center

At a meeting of the committee on constitutional legislation of the Jogorku Kenesh, Deputy Dastan Bekeshev expressed the opinion that there is a need to create additional communication channels for citizens. He noted that many people face difficulties when trying to contact various state and municipal services. The Cabinet proposed outsourcing some state services, but Bekeshev emphasized that citizens often complain about the inability to reach organizations such as "Gorlifty" and

13.01.2026, 15:16
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Spontaneous Parking Instead of Green Areas. Residents Ask to Pay Attention to Ayni Street

The Call Center Kaktus.media has received numerous complaints from local residents. They report that the section of Ayni Street, stretching from Chapayeva Street to Pskovskaya Street, suffers from a lack of parking control, leading to the destruction of green areas. “In a stretch of about 700-800 meters, green zones and lawns practically do not exist due to spontaneous parking. Areas designated for landscaping are being used as parking spaces for cars,” they share.

13.01.2026, 15:12
Repertoire of the Ch. Aitmatov Russian Drama Theater for February
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Repertoire of the Ch. Aitmatov Russian Drama Theater for February

In Bishkek, the Russian Drama Theater named after Ch. Aitmatov has announced its repertoire for February 2026. February performances of the Russian Drama Theater named after Ch. Aitmatov. February performances of the Russian Drama Theater named after Ch. Aitmatov. Theater address: Bishkek, Tynystanova Street, 122 (Dubovy Park). Phones: 0550 83 85 12, 0555 00 15 31, 0705 68 92 22. Where to buy tickets: on the website Ticket.kg; in the MВANK app in the Mticket section; in the "Dordoy

13.01.2026, 15:11
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The breeders of the Naryn region have raised the issue of building a racetrack again.

The breeders of the Kochkor district have intensified their efforts to create a racetrack in the Naryn region, as reported by Turmush correspondent, breeder Kalibai Saralaev. He emphasized that many Kyrgyz national games are closely related to equestrian sports. In 2023, during the celebration of the 230th anniversary of the Kyrgyz khan Ormon Khan Niyazbek uulu, the absence of a racetrack forced national games to be held in Orto-Tokoi. This became a turning point when breeders from the Naryn

13.01.2026, 14:52
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The hawk has arrived in the Batken village

In the Batken region, there was an incident where a hawk [“kyrgy”], which ended up in a village, was successfully released back into the wild. According to information provided by the Department of Nature Protection and Biodiversity of the Batken Regional Office of the Ministry of Natural Resources, Ecology, and Technical Supervision, specialists examined the hawk, after which the bird was returned to its natural habitat.

13.01.2026, 14:35
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"Twins": The Talasbekov brothers living in a residential area of Bishkek are starting to be distinguished by a detail discovered after bathing

It's hard not to get confused by the similarities of twins Musa and Isa Talasbekov, who live in the suburbs of Bishkek, but they have one memorable feature. Turmush correspondent spoke with the twins' mother, Nadira Dzhalakayeva. "My twins were born on March 5, 2018, and they are in the 2nd grade at school No. 84 named after Jalil Sadikov. They always dress alike and constantly compete with each other. In their infancy, I didn't remove their tags, which helped me tell them

13.01.2026, 14:23
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Sadyr Japarov signed a decree on vehicle inspections and appointed a state operator

Decree No. 388, signed on December 31, aims to improve the organization of vehicle technical inspections. According to the new decree, from January 1 to December 31, 2026, the state enterprise "Technical Center of the Main Department of Road Safety of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic" will perform the functions of the state operator for technical inspections and the issuance of certificates for the safety of vehicle designs.

13.01.2026, 14:20
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The authority to approve air protection standards has been transferred to state agencies.

Changes to the current resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers concern the delegation of legislative powers to state bodies and local authorities. This decision was made with the aim of aligning environmental standards with current legislative requirements. In accordance with the new rules, the list of powers transferred to state bodies and local executive structures has been expanded. These bodies will now be able to develop and approve regulatory legal documents governing air protection and

13.01.2026, 14:17
Master Plan of Bishkek-2050. Will Moscow and Pushkin Streets Become Pedestrian?
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Master Plan of Bishkek-2050. Will Moscow and Pushkin Streets Become Pedestrian?

As part of the public hearings regarding the Master Plan for the development of Bishkek until 2050, citizens proposed transforming Moscow and Pushkin Streets into pedestrian zones. This issue was commented on by representatives of the city administration. The municipality noted that Moscow Street is an important one-way thoroughfare closely linked to Toktogul Street. Closing this street to vehicles could worsen the traffic situation in the city center, as it would lead to a redistribution of

13.01.2026, 14:10
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Fines, Courts, and Employee Turnover. Why Staffing Chaos is Destroying Business from Within

Many employers are confident that all their personnel documents are in order. However, in practice, such confidence often leads to inspections, lawsuits, and financial losses. Cholpon Adamalieva, an expert in personnel administration, a personnel auditor, and the CEO of "Adis Expert" LLC, spoke about the risks associated with personnel errors and why competent personnel management is critical for business.

13.01.2026, 14:05
Strong winds are expected in Bishkek and Chui region
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Strong winds are expected in Bishkek and Chui region

Due to the impending deterioration of weather conditions in Bishkek and the Chui region, a storm warning has been issued. According to Kyrgyzhydromet, strong eastern winds with gusts of up to 15–20 meters per second are expected in the next three hours, as well as in the evening.

13.01.2026, 13:52
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A 40-Year-Old Woman Has Died in the City of Manas

A 40-year-old woman was found dead in Manas, hanged in her home. According to information received from the press service of the Internal Affairs Department of the Jalal-Abad region, on January 10, 2026, a report was received at the duty station of the Manas City Internal Affairs Department from the ambulance service. It was reported that a resident of the city, I.V., born in 1985, was found dead in her residence.

13.01.2026, 13:46
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In Kyrgyzstan, the work of four employment agencies in Turkey has been suspended

During an inspection conducted by the Center for Employment of Citizens Abroad, violations were identified in the activities of several agencies engaged in employment in the Republic of Turkey. During the monitoring process, it became known that some companies were attracting citizens of the Kyrgyz Republic to work in Turkey by providing them with false information.

13.01.2026, 13:39
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The work of four employment agencies in Turkey has been suspended due to violations.

The reason for the suspension was a violation of legislation related to the employment of Kyrgyz citizens. According to information from the Center for Employment of Citizens Abroad, the mentioned companies provided false data, including the absence of information about actual cooperation with employers or foreign intermediaries in Turkey. Licenses for the employment of citizens of the Kyrgyz Republic in Turkey have been suspended for the following organizations:

13.01.2026, 13:20
Master Plan of Bishkek-2050. Will cable cars, highways, and multi-level parking lots appear?
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Master Plan of Bishkek-2050. Will cable cars, highways, and multi-level parking lots appear?

As part of the public hearings dedicated to the General Plan of Bishkek for the period until 2050, residents proposed a number of initiatives, including the construction of cable cars, highways, and multi-level parking. The city administration provided clarifications on each of these proposals. Regarding the highways, the city administration stated that this proposal will be taken into account in further planning.

13.01.2026, 13:03
17 referees from Kyrgyzstan made it to the FIFA list for 2026
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17 referees from Kyrgyzstan made it to the FIFA list for 2026

For 2026, FIFA has updated its list of international referees, which includes 17 referees from Kyrgyzstan. These specialists have been given the opportunity to officiate international matches under the auspices of FIFA and the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) throughout the year.

13.01.2026, 12:56
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The deputy believes that combining the titles of "People's Poet" and "People's Writer" is incorrect.

On January 13, at a meeting of the committee of the Jogorku Kenesh dealing with constitutional legislation, deputy Gulnara Akimbaeva initiated a discussion on a draft law concerning state awards and honorary titles. During the discussion, Deputy Minister of Justice Kuban Kazakov noted that the aim of the draft law is to optimize the award system, proposing to reduce the number of state awards and honorary titles from 46 to 20. In the new version of the draft, 5 honorary titles will remain.

13.01.2026, 12:53
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The deputy opposed the removal of the title "Honored" from the state awards system

At the meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh Committee on Constitutional Legislation, held on January 13, Deputy Marlen Mamataliyev expressed his disagreement with several provisions of the draft law concerning the reform of the system of state awards and honorary titles. He categorically opposed the removal of the "Honored" titles from this system, emphasizing that they play a key role in recognizing the contributions of specialists who have worked in their fields for many years and strive

13.01.2026, 12:44
Master Plan of Bishkek-2050. Public Transport Could Become Faster than Private Cars
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Master Plan of Bishkek-2050. Public Transport Could Become Faster than Private Cars

The Bishkek city administration commented on citizens' appeals regarding the General Plan for the development of the capital until 2050. As part of this plan, the creation of three new rapid public transport systems with increased capacity is envisaged: urban electric train, tram, metrobuses. There are also plans to develop dedicated lanes for non-rail public transport, although specific types of transport for 2050 have not yet been specified. These could include buses, electric buses,

13.01.2026, 12:42
A Unified Policy for Livestock Markets Will Be Implemented in the Chuy Region
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A Unified Policy for Livestock Markets Will Be Implemented in the Chuy Region

A unified policy regarding livestock markets will be implemented in the Chui region. This was stated by the authorized representative of the president in the region, Azamat Osmonov, at a regional meeting. He noted that it is planned to streamline the activities of private livestock markets, and if entrepreneurs are unable to ensure their proper functioning, municipal livestock markets will be established.

13.01.2026, 12:32
The GIC clarified the calculations for the queue members in the residential complex "Muras"
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The GIC clarified the calculations for the queue members in the residential complex "Muras"

In the residential complex "Muras," the cost of one square meter for citizens on the waiting list is set at 78,705 soms. This was reported by Gulzat Totubaeva, head of the population relations department of the State Mortgage Company (GMC), within the framework of the "Elden Sobol" program by the Kabar agency. The GMC offers housing under two main schemes. One of them includes renting with the option to buy, where citizens queue up and, after their turn, can obtain mortgage

13.01.2026, 12:27
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Service fee canceled, but prices are rising: cafes and restaurants face hefty fines

As of January 1, 2026, a new regulation came into effect in Kyrgyzstan that prohibits restaurants and cafes from charging a service fee. However, as reported by the Antimonopoly Regulation Service, after the adoption of this decision, there have been instances where establishment owners formally canceled the service fee but effectively included it in the price of dishes. Such actions constitute a violation of the current legislation. Control over compliance with the new rule has been entrusted

13.01.2026, 12:26
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Seizure of houses is inevitable: the city hall explained plans for Barpy Alykulov Street

In response to the concerns of Bishkek residents regarding the changes, the city hall clarified the situation with Barpy Alykulov Street. It turned out that according to the master plan, this street is supposed to run through the already existing residential development. The municipality specified that the proposal to change the route was not taken into account. Barpy Alykulov Street is planned as one of the main meridional arteries of the city, which will duplicate Dooronbeka Sadyrbaev Street

13.01.2026, 12:02
Bishkek Master Plan 2050. A tram line is planned to be constructed from Microdistrict 12 to the city center and Osh Market.
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Bishkek Master Plan 2050. A tram line is planned to be constructed from Microdistrict 12 to the city center and Osh Market.

According to the General Plan for the development of Bishkek until 2050, the construction of a new tram line is planned in the capital. It will connect the 12th microdistrict with the city center and continue to Osh market, as reported by the city administration. The tram construction will take place along Aaly Tokombaev Avenue, starting from the 12th microdistrict, and then along Kyiv Street to Osh market.

13.01.2026, 11:57
The sewing industry is transitioning to preferential taxation until 2030
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The sewing industry is transitioning to preferential taxation until 2030

As part of new initiatives, special insurance contribution rates have been established for all participants in the sewing and textile industry until January 1, 2030. They amount to 12% and are calculated based on 40% of the average monthly salary. According to the press service of the State Tax Service, a minimum income tax rate of 1% of the average monthly salary is also provided for workers in this sector. From January 1, 2026, for example, entrepreneurs will pay a 12% insurance contribution

13.01.2026, 11:54
Bishkek Master Plan: Whose Homes and Lands May Be at Risk of Changes
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Bishkek Master Plan: Whose Homes and Lands May Be at Risk of Changes

During the public hearings held on December 24-25, 2025, the Bishkek city administration provided answers to questions and suggestions from citizens regarding the master plan for the capital's development until 2050. Participants in the discussions were expecting specifics concerning their homes, streets, and plots of land; however, most responses indicated that details would be determined later, during the detailed design phase. Questions about private property and the potential

13.01.2026, 11:50
By the end of the year, over 2,600 apartments are planned to be completed in the residential complex "Muras"
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By the end of the year, over 2,600 apartments are planned to be completed in the residential complex "Muras"

Yesterday, January 12, a ceremonial event was held in Bishkek on Malikova Street, 91, dedicated to the commissioning of the first part of the second stage of the residential complex "Muras." This was reported by Gulzat Totubaeva, head of the public relations department of the State Mortgage Company (GMC), during a live broadcast of the program "Elden Sobol" on the Kabar agency. According to Totubaeva, 1,080 apartments were commissioned, located in 8 blocks. These

13.01.2026, 11:49
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"Ministry was Misinformed". The NIIHSTO Refuted the Accusations from the Ministry of Health Against the Institution

The Scientific Research Institute of Heart Surgery and Organ Transplantation (NIIHSTO) has refuted the information presented by the Ministry of Health regarding violations that served as the basis for the dismissal of its director, Samidin Shabyraliev. Institute employees noted that during a meeting at the Ministry of Health, unfounded accusations were made against NIIHSTO.

13.01.2026, 11:43
Heads of cardio centers were relieved of their positions following the Ministry of Health's inspection.
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Heads of cardio centers were relieved of their positions following the Ministry of Health's inspection.

Kanybek Dosmambetov, head of the Ministry of Health, has dismissed the leaders of the National Center for Cardiology and Therapy (NCCT) and the Research Institute of Heart Surgery and Organ Transplantation (RIHSOT) due to identified violations in their work. This decision was made based on the results of a meeting where the outcomes of an on-site inspection were announced, according to the ministry's press service.

13.01.2026, 11:34
Tram through the south of Bishkek: the line is planned to be extended from the 12th microdistrict to the center
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Tram through the south of Bishkek: the line is planned to be extended from the 12th microdistrict to the center

As part of the master plan for the development of the capital of Kyrgyzstan, the construction of a new tram line is planned, which will run along Aaly Tokombaev Avenue. The route will start from the 12th microdistrict and head towards the city center, then continue along Kyiv Street to the Osh market. Photo 24.kg The city administration noted that specific routes and the order of work for creating tram infrastructure will be determined in the next stages of design. These issues will also be

13.01.2026, 11:25
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Government services in Kyrgyzstan aim to simplify and partially outsource

The Committee on Constitutional Legislation of the Jogorku Kenesh will begin reviewing the draft law concerning amendments to the law "On State and Municipal Services" in the first reading on January 13. According to Choro Seyitov, Deputy Minister of Economy and Commerce, the main goal of this document is to optimize existing procedures and to revise the rules regarding the cost and outsourcing of services. Here are the key proposals contained in the draft law:

13.01.2026, 11:11
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In the October District of Bishkek, 13 schools and 17 kindergartens will be built

In response to requests from residents of Bishkek regarding the social infrastructure in Orto-Sai and neighboring areas, the city hall provided clarifications during the discussion of the capital's general plan. According to information from the municipality, the general plan includes the construction of 13 municipal educational institutions within the Orto-Sai area (contour 22) and adjacent territories. The total capacity of the new schools will be 14,050 places, which takes into account

13.01.2026, 11:01
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The Employment Center under the Ministry of Labor suspended the operations of 4 companies due to violations in the employment of Kyrgyz citizens in Turkey.

During the inspection, facts of providing false information by several companies engaged in recruiting workers were revealed. According to the center, some recruiters unlawfully recruited citizens of Kyrgyzstan for work in Turkey without disclosing important information about cooperation with local employers and intermediaries.

13.01.2026, 10:58