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In the temporary detention center for foreign citizens in Yekaterinburg, there are 40 Kyrgyz nationals.
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In the temporary detention center for foreign citizens in Yekaterinburg, there are 40 Kyrgyz nationals.

In order to protect the rights of citizens of Kyrgyzstan, on December 16, employees of the General Consulate of the Kyrgyz Republic in Yekaterinburg conducted a scheduled visit to the Center for Temporary Detention of Foreign Citizens, which is subordinate to the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Russia. According to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic, during the meeting with Kyrgyz citizens, issues related to compliance with local legislation, details of migration

17.12.2025, 17:19
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An Ancient Fire Starter is Kept in the Museum in Osh

In the National Historical and Archaeological Museum Complex "Sulaiman-Too," there is an "ottuk tash," which consists of flint, tinder, a striker, and a fire starter. As historian Nursultan Abdymitalip uulu mentioned, these items were passed down from generation to generation before ending up in the museum's collections. The fire ignited using the fire starter was often used by hunters. The sparks generated from striking flint could ignite dry grass. The epic also

17.12.2025, 17:02
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A PPP project for the modernization of wastewater treatment facilities is being implemented in Bishkek

Ravshanbek Sabirov, the head of the National Investment Agency, visited the wastewater treatment facilities located on the outskirts of Bishkek to assess the implementation of the public-private partnership project. The agency's press service reported this event. During his visit, he analyzed the current state of the facility and reviewed the main stages of project execution.

17.12.2025, 17:00
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Skiing is being developed in Toguz-Toro

In the Toguz-Torou district of the Jalal-Abad region, the winter tourist season was officially launched in the picturesque area of Zhetigen. This was reported by the district state administration, as Turmush informed. The goals of this event were to promote the tourist opportunities of the region, develop winter tourism and active sports, as well as to create comfortable and safe conditions for vacationers.

17.12.2025, 16:58
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Residents are invited to public hearings on the Bishkek General Plan until 2050 (dates, addresses)

The hearings on the General Plan of Bishkek for 2025-2050 will take place on December 24 and 25, 2025, in various districts of the city. This is reported by the press service of the city hall. Schedule for December 24, 2025: Lenin District - Chuy Avenue, 168a, starting at 10:00. First May District - Chuy Avenue, 168a, starting at 14:00. Schedule for December 25, 2025: October District - meeting hall of the October Akimat, starting at 10:00. Sverdlov District - Usenbaeva Street, 200/1, starting

17.12.2025, 16:44
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The flow of labor migrants in Saint Petersburg decreased by 10 percent over the year

According to data presented by the chairman of the city committee for labor and employment, Vasily Ponidelko, the number of labor migrants in St. Petersburg decreased by 10% in 2025, amounting to 293 thousand people. Previously, in 2024, this number reached 327 thousand. Ponidelko reported that an assessment of the migration flow, including both internal and foreign migrants, was conducted in collaboration with the Higher School of Economics, including those from the Eurasian Economic Union

17.12.2025, 16:43
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A project is being implemented in the Aravan district to provide the population with drinking water.

In the Aravan district of the Osh region, in the rural area of Kerme-Too, efforts continue to provide the population with clean drinking water. Today, Amanakan Kenzhebaev, the head of the Osh region, arrived on a working visit to this area to familiarize himself with the progress of this project. The responsible officials provided information on the progress of the work, noting that the initiative to supply clean water started last year and is currently in an active phase. The project includes

17.12.2025, 16:38
Balikchy received 10 new buses
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Balikchy received 10 new buses

An important event took place in Balakchy: the city received ten new buses, and in the coming days, another ten units of special transport are expected to arrive. This information was announced by the Office of the President of the Kyrgyz Republic. The head of the president's office, Kanbek Tumanbaev, visited Balakchy on a working trip, where he was able to hand over the buses purchased in China, each with 24 seats. This initiative is supported by President Sadyr Japarov and was

17.12.2025, 16:35
Revenue from visas and single permits exceeded 5 billion soms
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Revenue from visas and single permits exceeded 5 billion soms

As of today, revenues from visas and single permits amount to over 5 billion soms, which has significantly supported the state budget of the country. This was announced at a briefing by the Director of the Consular Department of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Seytek Jumakadyrov uulu. According to him, 48,439 single permits have been issued through the "Electronic Visa" portal.

17.12.2025, 16:30
"Avatar 3: Flame and Ashes": Major Premiere in Bishkek
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"Avatar 3: Flame and Ashes": Major Premiere in Bishkek

On December 16, a closed press screening of the third part of the blockbuster "Avatar: The Way of Water" took place at the capital's cinema "Kosmopark". Famous personalities from Kyrgyzstan gathered at the event — actors, directors, show business stars, and bloggers. The screening was dedicated to the 20th anniversary of the "Cinematica" cinema chain.

17.12.2025, 16:30
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Mud, Pits, and Sinking Cars. Residents Complain About Sewer Installation

In the Call center Kaktus.media, inquiries have been received from residents regarding the sewer installation work in the area of the Alamedin market on Slavyanskaya Street and in Pechersky Lane. “We live in the Alamedin market area. For the past two months, an unknown organization has been conducting excavations on Slavyanskaya Street and in Pechersky Lane. The sewer is being laid, but we have not been informed for whom exactly. The work began in the autumn-winter period. We cannot walk down

17.12.2025, 16:10
KTZh announced the temporary closure of the railway crossing on Kroupskaya Street
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KTZh announced the temporary closure of the railway crossing on Kroupskaya Street

The State Enterprise "National Company 'Kyrgyz Temir Zholu'" announced the temporary closure of the railway crossing located at 3748 km pk-5 section between the stations Belovodskaya and Shopokovo. This crossing on Kroupskaya Street, which connects the villages of Vinsovkhoz and Asylbash, will be closed for passage. This event is scheduled for December 19, 2025, from 08:00 to 17:00.

17.12.2025, 16:10
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At the State Agency for Public Service Affairs, digital competencies of civil servants were discussed with the International Telecommunication Union

The State Agency for Public Service and Local Self-Government, in collaboration with the International Telecommunication Union (ITU), organized a round table dedicated to assessing the digital skills of public and municipal employees. During this event, the results of a study were presented, aimed at determining the current level of digital competencies in this field. The agency reported the beginning of the development of a methodology for assessing these skills.

17.12.2025, 16:09
In Kyrgyzstan, foreign citizens will be issued resident cards.
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In Kyrgyzstan, foreign citizens will be issued resident cards.

In Kyrgyzstan, foreigners arriving in the country will receive resident cards, allowing them to legally carry out their activities. This information was presented by Seitek Jumakadyrov uulu, the director of the Consular Department of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, at a recent briefing for journalists. According to him, the resident card will contain important personal data of the foreign citizen.

17.12.2025, 16:06
A Social Theater Performance from Rostov-on-Don was Shown at KRSU
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A Social Theater Performance from Rostov-on-Don was Shown at KRSU

Within the walls of the Kyrgyz-Russian Slavic University named after B.N. Yeltsin, a unique theatrical performance took place. The artists of the social youth theater "Premiera" from Rostov-on-Don performed Anton Chekhov's comedy "The Bear". This performance was part of a tour program called "Time C (reading Chekhov)", which also involved actors from the Youth Slavic Theater of KRSU.

17.12.2025, 16:04
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WHO warns of the spread of a new variant of Hong Kong flu

With the onset of the flu season in the northern hemisphere, there is a rapid spread of a new variant of the AH3N2 virus. This was reported by the World Health Organization (WHO). According to Wencin Zhang, head of the WHO's Global Respiratory Threats Department, there is currently active spread of influenza and other respiratory viruses. She noted that the current season is marked by the emergence and rapid spread of a new variant of AH3N2, which was first detected in August in Australia

17.12.2025, 15:44
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How the Length of Service for Civil Servants Will Be Calculated. The Draft Decree Has Been Submitted for Discussion

In Kyrgyzstan, a draft presidential decree concerning changes to the calculation of state and municipal service tenure has been put up for public discussion. This document proposes a new version of the rules governing both the process of entering public service and the accrual of percentage allowances for years of service. The draft aims to clarify and expand the methodologies for accounting tenure, which is especially important for those applying for positions in state and municipal service.

17.12.2025, 15:36
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In Karabalta, the main New Year tree was decorated with 1500 ornaments

In Kara-Balta, preparations for the New Year celebration are in full swing. The installation of a 16-meter artificial Christmas tree has been completed in the square near the Lenin House of Culture, which will become an important element of the New Year festivities. Deputy Head of the municipal enterprise "Universal" Mirbek Murataliev reported that the decoration of the tree and the surrounding area is currently being finalized.

17.12.2025, 15:30
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A 35-Meter Flagpole Installed in the City of Batken

On December 17, a solemn ceremony took place in Batken to raise the national flag on a new flagpole that stands 35 meters tall. The event was accompanied by a performance from a military band. Local leaders, representatives of state institutions and organizations, as well as residents of the city, attended the ceremony to support this significant event.

17.12.2025, 15:23
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The Ombudsman Institute conducted monitoring at Pretrial Detention Center No. 1 in Bishkek

The Ombudsman Jamiliya Dzhamanbaeva conducted an inspection at institution No. 21 (SIZO-1), located in Bishkek, to assess the conditions of detention and the observance of the rights of individuals under investigation. According to information from the institute's press service, Dzhamanbaeva inspected all the cells in the women's section and checked the quality of food for the inmates, as well as held conversations with each of the 129 women detained in SIZO-1.

17.12.2025, 15:22
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Speeding, drunk driving, violation of overtaking rules, and crossing into oncoming traffic remain the main causes of traffic accidents, - Main Directorate for Road Traffic Safety

On December 17, the head of the Main Directorate for Road Traffic Safety, Azamat Kozukeev, held an online meeting with the leaders of various departments and divisions of the agency. This was reported by the press service of the GUBDD. The agenda included issues related to the prevention of road traffic accidents in the country and the enhancement of the culture of behavior among drivers and pedestrians. This meeting was part of the campaign "Compliance with Traffic Rules is a Guarantee of

17.12.2025, 15:16
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Price tags show 680 soms, but they are actually selling for up to 800 soms — inspectors arrived at the market in Tokmok.

In Tokmok, according to information from local residents, meat is being sold at a price of 680 soms, however, the actual cost reaches 800 soms. On November 17, 2025, events aimed at preventing unjustified price increases for essential food products, including meat, were held at the central market of Tokmok, with the participation of individual entrepreneurs.

17.12.2025, 15:05
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In 2025, revenue from visas and the Unified Permit for foreign citizens amounted to over 5 billion soms, - Ministry of Foreign Affairs

In 2025, revenues from all types of electronic visas and the Unified Permit reached 5,060,167,948 soms. This was reported on December 17 at a briefing on the issuance of resident cards for foreign citizens by the director of the Consular Department of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Seitek Jumakadir uulu. According to Jumakadir uulu, 326,158 electronic visas were issued in the first 11 months of 2025. Additionally, this year, 48,439 foreign citizens received the Unified Permit through the

17.12.2025, 14:55
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Tax Benefits and Job Coaching. How to Make Work Truly Accessible for Everyone

The round table "Implementation of Labor Rights for People with Disabilities" took place in Bishkek, where participants discussed the existing barriers to employment for people with disabilities in Kyrgyzstan and ways to overcome them. Alexandra Solovyova, the UNDP Resident Representative in the country, emphasized in her opening speech that work for millions of people is not only a source of income but also a key to independence and active participation in society. Statistical DataAt

17.12.2025, 14:51
In Batken, the national flag was raised on a new 35-meter flagpole
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In Batken, the national flag was raised on a new 35-meter flagpole

Today in Batken, a solemn ceremony was held for raising the national flag. This event was announced at the regional representative office. Officials present at the event included the authorized representative of the President of the Kyrgyz Republic in Batken region, Aibek Shamenov, the mayor of the city, Seytek Kulubaev, as well as heads of local agencies and residents of the city.

17.12.2025, 14:49
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Activists call for an independent examination of Aibek Tenizbay's publications

A group of activists from the Media Action Platform of Kyrgyzstan has appealed to the country's authorities regarding the criminal case against Aibek Tenizbay, a civil activist who has been detained on charges of inciting interethnic hatred. Tenizbay is accused under Article 330 (Part 2) of the Criminal Code of Kyrgyzstan, which pertains to inciting national, racial, religious, or interregional hatred committed by a group of individuals. The activists express deep concern over his

17.12.2025, 14:43
Artist Chingiz Aydarov has passed away in Bishkek
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Artist Chingiz Aydarov has passed away in Bishkek

Photo from the internet Chingiz Aydarov, a prominent representative of contemporary art in Kyrgyzstan, passed away in Bishkek at the age of 41. The artist's family announced this through his social media pages. According to their information, the funeral will be held today.

17.12.2025, 14:39
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Snow avalanches may occur on the Karakol-Enilchek road

Specialists warn of the possibility of snow avalanches on the Karakol—Enilchek highway in the Issyk-Kul region and urge caution. In particular, an avalanche hazard is expected at the pass leading to the village of Enilchek. Traffic police inspectors strongly recommend that drivers and local residents exercise caution.

17.12.2025, 14:30
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"Dirty Ones Go to Kindergarten". In snow and rain, the road is a mash of mud

A local resident contacted the Kaktus.media Call Center, complaining about the poor condition of the road on Karagaysky Lane. Every day, she takes her child to kindergarten No. 41, and the journey through this lane has become a real challenge. “Every morning when we go to kindergarten, our shoes and clothes get covered in dirt. If the child asks to be picked up, I get dirty too. We arrive at kindergarten all muddy, and we carry this dirt with us. When will this road finally be repaired?” she

17.12.2025, 14:26
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WHO Expert: The New Variant of the AH3N2 Virus is Not Included in the Vaccine Formulation

With the onset of the flu season in the Northern Hemisphere, a new strain of the AH3N2 virus is rapidly spreading. This is reported by the UN News Service, citing data from the World Health Organization (WHO). Wenqing Zhang, head of the Global Respiratory Threats Department at WHO's Epidemic and Pandemic Management Division, stated that the virus was first identified in August in Australia and New Zealand. Since then, it has been detected in more than 30 countries.

17.12.2025, 13:43
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30 Children from Talas Region Will Attend the Presidential New Year Tree

By the order of Ermat Jumayev, the plenipotentiary representative of the President of Kyrgyzstan in the Talas region, 30 children were sent to the New Year's tree event funded by local authorities. This year, children from disadvantaged families, as well as half-orphans and full orphans, were selected for the event. Among them, 7 children are from the city of Talas, 6 from the Bakai-Ata district, 6 from the Aitmatov district, and 6 from the Manas district.

17.12.2025, 13:36
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The underpass at Lev Tolstoy and Aitmatov is flooded after the rains

The Kaktus.media Call Center received inquiries from residents of the city regarding the condition of the underground passage at the intersection of Lev Tolstoy and Aitmatov. Residents report: "After the snowfall and rains, water is dripping everywhere in the underground passage at the intersection of Lev Tolstoy and Aitmatov, resulting in puddles forming on the floor."

17.12.2025, 13:34