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In Kyrgyzstan, construction materials and work have increased in price by at least two times

Over the past five years, the cost of construction materials and services in Kyrgyzstan has increased by at least two times, as stated by the representative of the International Association of Builders, Kainarbek Kuluyev, at a recent round table dedicated to analyzing current problems and future prospects of the sector. Kuluyev also informed about the difficulties that construction companies face when acquiring land plots for their projects. He noted that most often the plots are purchased from

18.12.2025, 10:17
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In Bishkek, the new asphalt has started to deteriorate: contractors will be punished

Myrlan Taalaybekov, head of the municipal inspection of Bishkek, reported problems with the new asphalt that was laid just two weeks ago. According to him, the surface has already begun to deteriorate. During an on-site inspection, these violations were recorded, after which Taalaybekov instructed his colleagues to draw up protocols against the contractors who carried out the road works. The municipality also announced its intention to strengthen control over the quality of road works, and

18.12.2025, 10:15
Combating Begging and Child Labor. Raids are Conducted in Bishkek
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Combating Begging and Child Labor. Raids are Conducted in Bishkek

Since December 11, raid activities have been taking place in the Pervomaisky district, aimed at preventing offenses among youth, preventing neglect, and identifying children engaged in labor activities and begging. According to the press service of the city administration, these raids are carried out in two stages: during the day and at night. Night inspections are focused on the central Ala-Too square, while daytime activities cover the district area, including the "Kudaybergen" and

18.12.2025, 10:13
Due to the snowfall, there are restrictions for heavy vehicles in the mountain passes
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Due to the snowfall, there are restrictions for heavy vehicles in the mountain passes

As of December 18, at 09:00, the roads through the passes of Kyrgyzstan are open; however, the Ministry of Transport and Communications of the Kyrgyz Republic reports that there are restrictions in place for heavy trucks. In particular, on the Toо-Ashuu and Ala-Bel passes, located on the Bishkek-Osh highway, temporary restrictions are still in effect. Snowfall continues, and road services are engaged in clearing and treating the roads with inert materials.

18.12.2025, 10:11
The XII Festival of the Culture of the Peoples of the North Caucasus Took Place in Bishkek
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The XII Festival of the Culture of the Peoples of the North Caucasus Took Place in Bishkek

In Bishkek, at the main concert venue of the capital, the XII International Festival "Culture of the Peoples of the North Caucasus" took place. The event gathered over 2500 spectators and filled the hall to capacity. On stage, more than 300 artists performed, showcasing a variety of dance, vocal, and musical numbers that reflect the culture of the North Caucasian peoples. The festival program combined both traditional elements and modern interpretations, including national costumes.

18.12.2025, 10:05
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Roads are still being cleared at the passes. There are restrictions for trucks.

Due to the worsening weather conditions in the high mountain passes of the country, road services continue to operate around the clock. The Ministry of Transport reports that specialists are on duty at the locations and are applying a sand-salt mixture. As of 9:30 AM on December 18, all passes are open, and vehicle movement is not being halted.

18.12.2025, 10:04
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When the Tax Service Goes to Social Media: A Blogger and an Official in a Funny Video

The video prepared by the Tax Service of Kyrgyzstan has become a real hit on social media, thanks to the participation of blogger Kanat Shabdanbekov, known for his creative images. In this video, he plays the role of a responsible taxpayer, while the chairman of the State Tax Service, Almambet Shykmamatov, appears in a small episode. The video is already being actively discussed by users online.

18.12.2025, 09:49
The "My City" app is now available in 5 more cities of Kyrgyzstan
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The "My City" app is now available in 5 more cities of Kyrgyzstan

The Bishkek City Hall has announced the expansion of the functionality of the "My City" app, which now includes the ability to track public transport in several new cities of Kyrgyzstan. Users can now monitor the movement of buses in cities such as Osh, Kant, Manas, Talas, and Tokmok in real time. This innovation allows for more efficient trip planning and saves time on routes.

18.12.2025, 09:48
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Flu in Central Asia. WHO Provides Tips on How to Protect Yourself

The flu season in the region started four weeks earlier than usual, and this is linked to the emergence of a new dominant strain of the virus. According to the WHO, 27 out of 38 countries in the European region are already reporting high or very high levels of illness. New Virus StrainAccording to Hans Kluge, Director of the WHO Regional Office for Europe, "Flu returns every year, but this season the situation is different." The spread is associated with a new strain of flu A H3N2 –

18.12.2025, 09:42
The opening of Depot No. 1 after reconstruction took place in Bishkek.
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The opening of Depot No. 1 after reconstruction took place in Bishkek.

The opening of the updated depot No. 1 took place in Bishkek as part of an excursion program organized by the mayor's office under the leadership of Mayor Aibek Junushaliev for the delegates of the IV People's Kurultai. The press service of the mayor's office reported this event. The new facility is located at: 237 Moscow Street. The depot was built in 1951, and after recent reconstruction, it now represents a modern complex for the storage, maintenance, and repair of buses and

18.12.2025, 09:38
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Gennady Onishchenko assessed the situation with the Hong Kong flu

At the video bridge "Biosecurity of the EAEU Countries," RAN Academician and Deputy President of the Russian Academy of Education Gennady Onishchenko discussed the current state of affairs regarding Hong Kong flu. He reminded that the virus first appeared in 1973 and has since become part of vaccines. "According to the latest data from our St. Petersburg Institute of Influenza, the virus is indeed subject to genetic changes, but these changes do not allow it to evade existing

18.12.2025, 09:35
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Residential houses in Kyrgyzstan increased in price by 36 percent in 2025

In 2025, prices for residential real estate in Kyrgyzstan increased by 36 percent. This was reported by Kainarbek Kuluyev, a representative of the International Builders Association, during a roundtable dedicated to the issues and future of the construction industry. He noted that in Bishkek, the price increase was 26 percent, while the cost of apartments rose by 18.5 percent.

18.12.2025, 09:18
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Resident of the 7th Microdistrict Requested a New Bus Stop. The City Hall Agreed

On December 16, a request was received at the Call Center of Kaktus.media from a resident of the 7th microdistrict. She stated: "I live opposite the dental clinic on Zhukeeva-Pudovkina Street. After shopping at the Orto-Sai market, I have to get to the turn onto A. Masaliev Street (Southern Highway), and then walk home. The previous stop is located near the university on Samanchina Street. The distance between the stops is quite significant. Could you consider the possibility of installing

18.12.2025, 09:04
The Mayor of Manas and the Deputy Governor of Ankara Discussed Issues of Cooperation in Economy and Tourism
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The Mayor of Manas and the Deputy Governor of Ankara Discussed Issues of Cooperation in Economy and Tourism

On December 17, the mayor of Manas, Ernisbek Ormokov, met with an official delegation from Turkey, headed by the Deputy Governor of Ankara, Izzettin Sevgili. The delegation also included the chairman of the Manas City Council, Nurtilek Bolotov, representatives of the Turkish embassy in Kyrgyzstan, and members of the Secretariat of the Organization of Turkic States (OTS).

18.12.2025, 09:04
Aibek Junushaliev conducted a tour of Bishkek's sites for delegates of the IV People's Kurultai
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Aibek Junushaliev conducted a tour of Bishkek's sites for delegates of the IV People's Kurultai

Yesterday, December 17, 2025, the Mayor of Bishkek, Aibek Junushaliev, organized a tour for the delegates of the IV People's Kurultai, during which they familiarized themselves with the main infrastructure projects of the capital, according to information from the press service of the mayor's office. The first stop of the tour was the "Zhashtyk" sports arena, where delegates were shown the infrastructure, including the turnstile system and food zone. Participants gained

18.12.2025, 08:33
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During inspections in the construction industry, there are corruption risks, says the expert

Kainarbek Kuluyev, a representative of the International Association of Builders, expressed his opinion on the presence of corruption risks in the process of inspecting construction sites. He noted that inspecting authorities often apply a selective approach. During a round table dedicated to issues and the future of the construction industry, Kuluyev reported that since the beginning of the current year, over 2000 administrative protocols have been drawn up in the country for various

18.12.2025, 07:28
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Chlorates in firecrackers are harmful to health, especially for children - doctors

According to Maria Kushubakova, a doctor from the Department of Disease Prevention and State Sanitary and Epidemiological Surveillance, pyrotechnic products, including firecrackers and fireworks, can pose a serious threat to health, especially for children. She expressed these concerns during a live broadcast on "Birinchi Radio." Kushubakova explained that the use of pyrotechnics primarily has a negative impact on the respiratory system, and improper handling increases the likelihood

18.12.2025, 07:08
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In Bishkek, a passenger fell out of a bus. UPSM's comment

The incident involving a passenger who fell out of a bus in Bishkek was commented on by the emergency management department. According to the press service of the department, the incident occurred when the bus driver stopped on the roadside and opened the doors. At that moment, a verbal conflict arose between two passengers, during which one pushed the other, causing him to fall onto the street. The injured party did not file a report with the local police department. It was also established

17.12.2025, 22:34
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Elections-2025. The Supreme Court did not satisfy Eldar Abakirov's claim

The Supreme Court of the Kyrgyz Republic rejected the lawsuit of Eldar Abakirov, who had nominated himself as a candidate for deputy in district No. 26. This was reported by the court's press service. Eldar Abakirov contested the decision of the Central Election Commission regarding the election results and filed a lawsuit in the Bishkek Administrative Court.

17.12.2025, 22:04
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The Head of the Traffic Police Department conducted an explanatory session with drivers in the Chuy Region on accident prevention.

Colonel of Police Azenbek Kozukejev, head of the Main Department of Road Traffic Safety of the Ministry of Internal Affairs, held a meeting with motorists in the Chui region on December 17 to discuss issues related to the prevention of road traffic accidents. According to the press service of the Main Department of Road Traffic Safety, on that day a month-long campaign was launched aimed at reducing the number of accidents on the roads, titled "Compliance with Traffic Rules is a Guarantee

17.12.2025, 21:49
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Unusual Names: The Professor Rushed into the Ward, Expecting to See His Student Love Who Had a Spring Name

Among the participants of the "Unusual Names" section is 46-year-old Zhashylgul Karabaeva, who lives in Talas. She was born on March 12, 1979, in the village of Kyk-Kazyq, located in the Talas region. Zhashylgul is an ecologist by profession. From 1996 to 2002, she studied at the Faculty of Ecology at the Agricultural Academy and also obtained a certificate as a "chemical laboratory assistant." From 2002 to 2006, Karabaeva worked at Talas State University, and after getting

17.12.2025, 21:16
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Warner Bros. rejected Paramount's offer. The company wants a deal with Netflix.

Warner Bros. has decided to reject Paramount's offer, which valued the assets at $108 billion. Instead, it aims to finalize a deal with Netflix, as reported by Meduza. The board of directors of Warner Bros. Discovery rejected the proposal from Paramount Skydance, urging shareholders not to sell their shares at $30 per share and not to abandon the deal with Netflix. It is specified that the Paramount offer will be valid until January 8, 2026.

17.12.2025, 20:58
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Tuberculosis and Vapes. A Health Commission Meeting Took Place in Bishkek

The meeting of the coordination commission for managing the healthcare system and the urban multi-sectoral committee on socially significant infectious diseases took place at the Emergency Medical Center. The event was chaired by Deputy Mayor Victoria Mozgacheva, as reported by the municipality of the capital. During the meeting, important issues were discussed, such as the current state of anthrax morbidity, preventive and anti-epidemic measures, as well as the condition of sarcophagi in

17.12.2025, 20:52
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60 Grandfathers Frost and Snow Maidens congratulated children in the Dzhalskaya hospital

Today, December 17, 30 pairs of wizards visited the Jalal-Abad Children's Hospital to congratulate the children undergoing treatment on the upcoming New Year and present them with gifts. The initiative belongs to private entrepreneurs, owners of kindergartens and schools. Hope from the Hospital WindowsThe idea for this large-scale event, involving nearly 40 educational institutions from Bishkek, arose from a touching observation. Leila Keldibekova, a representative of the Association of

17.12.2025, 20:42
In Batken, the New Year tree was lit up
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In Batken, the New Year tree was lit up

A festive event took place in Batken — the lighting of the New Year tree. This information was provided by the press service of the presidential representative in the region. According to the press service, the ceremony was attended by Aibek Shamenov, the authorized representative of the president, and the mayor of the city, Seytek Kulubaev.

17.12.2025, 20:31
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How Airborne Toxins Affect Pregnancy and Child Development

In Kyrgyzstan, polluted air poses a serious threat to women of reproductive age, pregnant women, and children. A mix of emissions from industrial enterprises, automotive transport, and waste burning creates a dangerous "air poison" that negatively affects fertility, the pregnancy process, and even fetal development before birth. This invisible risk generates a new cycle of problems: the increased number of diseases leads to a greater burden on medical facilities and a rise in medical

17.12.2025, 19:57
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"There is No Pandemic". Onishchenko Assessed the Situation with Hong Kong Flu

During the video bridge on the topic "Biosafety of the EAEU countries," Gennady Onishchenko, Deputy Head of the Russian Academy of Education, shared his thoughts on the current situation with the Hong Kong flu. He noted: "Rumors about the Hong Kong flu... Memories of this virus date back to 1973, when it was first recorded. Currently, it is present in vaccines. According to the latest data from our influenza institute in St. Petersburg, the virus is indeed undergoing genetic

17.12.2025, 19:14
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The "My City" app has expanded its functionality

The mobile application "My City" now features public transport tracking in several cities of the Kyrgyz Republic. This was reported by the press service of the Bishkek city administration. The Digital Technologies Center of the city administration, in collaboration with the Ministry of Transport and Communications, announced the new capabilities of the "My City" mobile application.

17.12.2025, 18:22
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Tajikistan demanded an investigation into the death of a schoolboy in the Moscow region
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The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Tajikistan demanded an investigation into the death of a schoolboy in the Moscow region

TASS previously reported that the attacker was linked to a "destructive movement" The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Tajikistan expressed its strong condemnation of the attack based on national hatred that occurred against a 4th-grade student of the Uspenskaya Secondary School in the village of Gorki-2. This information was conveyed to the publications "Fontanka.RU".

17.12.2025, 18:11
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Changes to the laws on subsoil, pledges, and waste have been put forward for public discussion

The Government of the Kyrgyz Republic has initiated a public discussion of a new draft law that amends several key legislative acts, including the laws "On Subsoil," "On Pledge," and "On Production and Consumption Waste." The main changes concern the clarification of terms in the field of subsoil use, regulation of the secondary processing of technogenic waste, as well as the use of overburden. Additionally, it is planned to revise the mechanisms for transferring

17.12.2025, 18:00
Gifts from Berlin Successfully Reached Their Little Recipients
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Gifts from Berlin Successfully Reached Their Little Recipients

The gifts sent by the Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers and Head of the Presidential Administration, Adylbek Kasymaliev, through the international postal exchange of OJSC "Kyrgyz Post," successfully arrived for the children. This information was reported by the Deputy Head of the Information Policy Service of the Presidential Administration, Nazgul Babakanova, on her Facebook page.

17.12.2025, 17:25