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The activities of the Department of Medicines and the State Enterprise "Kyrgyzpharmacia" will be checked

A review of the work of the Department of Medicines and Medical Devices (DLSiMD) together with the state enterprise "Kyrgyzpharmacy" will be conducted. This was reported by the press center of the Ministry of Health. Acting Minister Kanaybek Dosmambetov expressed dissatisfaction with the existing disruptions, lack of transparency, and ineffective mechanisms regarding the procurement of medications, especially those necessary for the treatment of children.

16.12.2025, 16:28
Avalanche Danger Expected in Mountain Areas
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Avalanche Danger Expected in Mountain Areas

The Ministry of Emergency Situations has issued an important warning According to information, the expected precipitation from December 17 to 19, 2025, may lead to the occurrence of snow avalanches, the formation of snow drifts, as well as the formation of ice on the roads in the mountainous areas of Kyrgyzstan.

16.12.2025, 16:27
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The Central Stadium of the city of Osh reopened after reconstruction

In the city of Osh, a ceremonial opening of the stadium named after M. Suyumbayev took place after the completion of its reconstruction. This information was reported by the deputy head of the city's capital construction department, Erkin Ergeshov. According to him, 75 million soms were allocated for the repair work. Representatives of the local administration, athletes, and residents of the city attended the opening ceremony.

16.12.2025, 16:25
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A 16-Meter Tall New Year Tree Installed in the City of Uzgen

In Uzgen, a New Year tree has been installed, which is 3 meters taller than last year. This was reported by Manas Koichukulov, the head of the municipal property management at the city hall. According to him, the new tree is located in the "Dostuk" park. Its height is 16 meters, and the costs for its installation amounted to 200,000 soms. This year, the tree has significantly increased in size compared to last year. It is expected that the lights on the tree will be turned on at the

16.12.2025, 16:19
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Shoppers Want to Simplify Their Choices: Juices and "Non-Juices" Will Be Separated in Stores

The Cabinet of Ministers of Kyrgyzstan has presented for public discussion a draft resolution that proposes amendments to the previous government resolution "On the Regulation of Trade Activities on the Territory of the Kyrgyz Republic," dated September 30, 2014, number 560. According to the explanatory note, the main goal of the document is to protect consumer rights, improve the conditions for storing and selling products, as well as to increase consumer awareness about the

16.12.2025, 16:12
Do we need 11 days off in January in Kyrgyzstan? Voting results
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Do we need 11 days off in January in Kyrgyzstan? Voting results

In a recent survey conducted by the editorial team of 24.kg, nearly half of the participants expressed support for increasing the number of days off in January. This data confirms the results of the voting, which can be found here. According to the collected data, 29% of respondents believe that additional days off would allow for more time spent with family and trips to the regions. At the same time, 18% of survey participants noted that such days off are important for recovering from the

16.12.2025, 16:03
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How much money do you plan to spend for New Year? Survey

There are only two weeks left until the New Year. While some are preparing festive menus, others are already buying gifts. However, some have decided to forgo the traditional New Year's feast in favor of a trip abroad, and some people do not plan to celebrate the holiday at all for various reasons. The editorial team of 24.kg decided to find out from its readers how much they are willing to spend to welcome the year 2026.

16.12.2025, 16:02
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Officials explained the reasons for the failures in the mobile application "Tunduk"

The mobile application "Tunduk" is actively used by more than 3 million citizens of Kyrgyzstan, among whom 800 thousand new users registered in 2025. This data was announced on the air of "Birinchi Radio". Adilet Jumayeva, the chairwoman of the board of OJSC "Tunduk," noted that the application sometimes encounters technical failures and that it is impossible to guarantee its flawless operation 100% of the time.

16.12.2025, 15:56
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Our People Abroad: Begimai from Talas Married a Resident of a Country Where Hierarchy Plays an Important Role

Turmush continues to introduce readers to Kyrgyzstani individuals who have made a life abroad. Begimai Kaa kieva shared her experience of living in the South Korean city of Naju. Begimai Kaa kieva, a native of the village of Ak-Korgon in the Talas region, was born in 1996. She is currently married and raising a son with her husband. For the past few years, their family has been living in South Korea. “My parents were educators: my father initially taught elementary classes and later became a

16.12.2025, 15:52
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The Minister of Construction met with the shareholders of the company "Döwlet Kuruş"

Nurdin Oruntaev, the Minister of Construction, Architecture, and Housing and Communal Services, met with the shareholders and management of the construction company "Döwlet Kuruş," who expressed dissatisfaction with the pace of construction. The meeting took place in the large conference hall of the ministry, where the minister discussed with the company representatives issues related to the residential complexes "Kudaybergen" and "Shopokov." He clarified the

16.12.2025, 15:47
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Tariffs for garbage disposal in the KR are proposed to be calculated according to new rules

The draft resolution on the new procedure for calculating tariffs for the collection and disposal of solid municipal waste has been submitted for public discussion by the Cabinet of Ministers. According to the explanatory note, the purpose of this document is to create a unified legal mechanism for regulating tariff policy in the field of waste management, which will ensure transparency and economic justification of tariffs, as well as prevent their unjustified increase.

16.12.2025, 15:38
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The Ministry of Education is preparing to implement specialized training in schools

At the meeting of the working group at the Ministry of Education, held on December 16, key aspects of implementing specialized education in general educational institutions were discussed. The meeting was led by the Minister of Education, Dogdurkul Kendirbaeva, who emphasized the importance of this initiative. During the meeting, issues related to the development of necessary regulatory acts were considered, as well as the main directions and forms of specialization that are applied in both

16.12.2025, 15:31
Deputies of Kyrgyzstan Want to Launch the "Aitmatov Map"
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Deputies of Kyrgyzstan Want to Launch the "Aitmatov Map"

The initiative to create the "Aitmatov Map" was proposed by deputies of local and city councils in Kyrgyzstan. This project will be analogous to the "Mendeleev Map" implemented in Russia and is aimed at supporting talented youth. The proposal arose during the visit of the Kyrgyz delegation to Moscow, where 62 deputies participated in the "Discover Russia" program. The main objective of the trip was to study Russian practices in working with youth that could be

16.12.2025, 15:29
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The ethnic musical "Raymaly and Begimai" was showcased in Moscow.

On December 14, a performance of the ethno-musical "Raymaly and Begimai" took place in Moscow, inspired by the work of Chyngyz Aitmatov "And the Day Lasts More Than a Century." According to information provided by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the production was realized by the Kyrgyz National Philharmonic named after T. Satylganov. Kubanychbek Bokontayev, the Ambassador of Kyrgyzstan to Russia, emphasized in his speech that this musical is an important step towards

16.12.2025, 15:28
Why Akuvox and Akubela Technologies are Important for Luxury Real Estate
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Why Akuvox and Akubela Technologies are Important for Luxury Real Estate

As of today, the concept of elite real estate implies the use of not only high-quality finishes and designs but also advanced engineering and digital solutions. For high-class properties, all systems—from entrance areas to engineering networks—must meet high standards. Therefore, owners and developers are increasingly choosing IP intercom solutions from Akuvox and smart home systems from Akubela. These technologies emphasize the status of the property and its technological advancement.

16.12.2025, 15:23
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"Hope's Brush Pen". An Exhibition of Paintings by Convicts Will Take Place in Bishkek

A cultural and social event titled "Үмүттүн кыл калеми" will take place in Bishkek. The organizers emphasize that this is not just an exhibition, but an important story about hope, inner development, and second chances. The event aims to help society gain a deeper understanding of the resocialization processes occurring within the penitentiary system, as well as to reveal the creative abilities of individuals who, while incarcerated, strive for self-expression and creation.

16.12.2025, 15:15
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CSTO Summarizes: How Many Joint Exercises and Operations Conducted Over Three Years

Over the past three years, the Collective Forces of the Collective Security Treaty Organization (CSTO) have conducted 20 joint exercises, including both command-staff and specialized events. This was reported by the CSTO press service. Among the main exercises are the operational response maneuvers "Interaction," peacekeeping operations "Unbreakable Brotherhood," and exercises in Central Asia called "Rubezh."

16.12.2025, 15:05
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"The Main Thing is Sincerity!" The Story of Ernist Adylbekov - the Real Santa Claus

With the arrival of the New Year, the busiest period begins for Santa Claus. For Erniss Adylbekov, an actor at the Kyrgyz State Puppet Theater named after Musa Jangaziev, this is not just a time for performances and New Year’s parties, but an important test of sincerity, as it is impossible to deceive children on stage. - Erniss, tell us about yourself and your path to acting?- I was born in 1994 in the village of Orto-Aryk, located in the Talas region. After graduating from school in 2012, I

16.12.2025, 15:01
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Tuberculosis is not a sentence or a punishment. A doctor on the symptoms and conditions of infection.

According to Nestan Moydunova, a candidate of medical sciences and a representative of the National Center for Phthisiatry, tuberculosis affects the lungs in 90% of cases, while in the remaining cases, it affects other organs. She noted this during a broadcast on "Birinchi Radio". The infection is primarily transmitted through the air, during coughing or talking. "Tuberculosis infection has its peculiarities — the bacillus is resistant to external conditions and develops very

16.12.2025, 14:54
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Tuberculosis in a Teacher from Bishkek School. Specialist Discusses the Risk for Children

On "Birinchi Radio," the coordinator of the grant department of the National Center for Phthisiatry, Nestan Moydunova, commented on the incident involving the detection of open tuberculosis in a teacher from school No. 37 in Bishkek. Earlier, parents of students expressed their concerns regarding the health of their children. Moydunova noted that specialists from the state sanitary and epidemiological supervision department are currently addressing the situation within their

16.12.2025, 14:48
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In Osh, an environmental organization summarized the year: Illegal hunting resulted in fines of 1 million 456 thousand soms.

In the Osh region, an event took place where the organization NABU Kyrgyzstan summarized its activities in the field of environmental protection. Representatives from the Ecology and Technical Supervision Service of the Ministry of Natural Resources, Ecology, and Technical Supervision of the Kyrgyz Republic for the Osh region, as well as inspectors, gamekeepers, and journalists were present at the meeting.

16.12.2025, 14:46
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Tuberculosis in Bishkek School. Medical Experts Will Conduct an Investigation

In Bishkek, at school No. 37, a case of tuberculosis has been registered involving a mathematics teacher. A representative of the National Center for Phthisiatry, PhD Nestan Moydunova, reported this on the air of "Birinchi Radio," noting that an investigation will begin. During this investigation, specialists intend to determine the source of the infection and conduct examinations of all those who came into contact with the infected individual, including students and teachers.

16.12.2025, 14:43
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In the villages of Jumgal District, the preparation of structures for flood prevention has been completed.

In the Naryn region, in the villages of Chayek, Kok-Oy, and Besh-Terek, activities aimed at creating structures designed to prevent mudflows have been successfully completed. During the preventive work, special channels were dug, and barriers were installed to divert water generated during mudflow events. These measures are taken annually, and funding is provided from the budget of the ayil okmotu. The Ministry of Emergency Situations also provides assistance by supplying fuel and specialized

16.12.2025, 14:32
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The Cabinet transferred about 224 hectares, previously allocated to a university, to the city administration of one of the cities.

According to the information from resolution No. 805, signed on December 12 by the Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers Adylbek Kasymaliev, the Naryn city administration is now the owner of a plot that was previously under the jurisdiction of the State Agency for Land Resources, Cadastre, Geodesy, and Cartography. The University of Central Asia has been granted the right to acquire buildings and structures located on the 12.2-hectare plot in the Ak-Kiya area of the Naryn district, which has

16.12.2025, 14:32
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The teacher filmed a video that the president saw — Nurzaman Almazbekov is heading to Bishkek

10-year-old Nurzaman Almazbekov, a 4th-grade student at the "Aydyn-Kol" primary school in Koo-Chaty, received an invitation to the presidential New Year tree in Bishkek. Turmush previously reported that a heavy snowfall recently hit the high-altitude villages of the Alaykuu valley. At that time, local residents recorded Nurzaman struggling through snowdrifts up to his waist on his way to school.

16.12.2025, 14:26
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From Quotas to Employment: How They Propose to Change the Rules for Hiring People with Disabilities

At the round table titled "Implementation of Labor Rights for People with Disabilities" in Bishkek, participants discussed the existing barriers that hinder people with disabilities from finding employment and ways to improve the situation. Alexandra Solovyova, the UNDP Resident Representative in Kyrgyzstan, noted in her welcoming speech that work for millions of people in Kyrgyzstan and around the world is not just a source of income, but an opportunity for self-realization,

16.12.2025, 14:26
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Will there be New Year's morning performances or not? The city hall clarified.

Parents of preschoolers have contacted the Call Center Kaktus.media with complaints about the cancellation of New Year's celebrations. According to their information, the cancellation is related to the increased incidence of ARVI. “We were informed about the cancellation of the New Year celebrations in kindergartens. We saw a directive that mentioned possible sanctions for violating it. We ask you to look into the situation, as this information was not in the news,” the parents share their

16.12.2025, 14:11
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In the KR, an analysis of self-sufficiency in basic food products is being conducted

In the Kyrgyz Republic, the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry has initiated a comprehensive study aimed at assessing the level of self-sufficiency in nine key food products of social significance. This work will be carried out in every region of the country. The results of the study will help identify which products are produced in sufficient quantities to meet the needs of the population, as well as in which areas additional support is needed. Based on the

16.12.2025, 14:04
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Demolition, Resettlement, and Compensation. How Will Renovation Take Place in Bishkek?

In the coming years, Bishkek is expected to undergo significant transformation. Local authorities are initiating a large-scale renovation of the housing stock, focusing on buildings that, according to experts, do not meet modern safety and comfort standards. Kaktus.media has prepared relevant information regarding this program, which raises both interest and concerns among homeowners.

16.12.2025, 13:36
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In a week, fines totaling nearly 3 million soms were imposed in Bishkek for violations of landscaping regulations.

From December 8 to 14, the municipal inspection conducted 54 raids and organized 28 duty shifts aimed at monitoring compliance with landscaping regulations in Bishkek. During their work, inspectors checked 719 facilities of various forms of ownership, assessing the adherence to landscaping and sanitary standards. As a result of these activities, 284 protocols were drawn up, with a total fine amounting to 2 million 944 thousand soms in accordance with the Code of Offenses. The inspection also

16.12.2025, 13:36
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In Bishkek, an exhibition of works by prisoners titled "The Pen of Hope" will take place.

On December 18, a cultural and social event titled "The Brush of Hope" will take place at the S.A. Chuykov Art Gallery, located in Dubovyy Park in Bishkek. This was announced by the press service of the State Penitentiary Service (GPS) on December 16. The exhibition will feature both artistic and applied works created by inmates. Additionally, as part of the event, there will be a charity sale of these exhibits aimed at providing assistance to their families.

16.12.2025, 13:32
The failure at the intersection in Bishkek was eliminated in a few hours
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The failure at the intersection in Bishkek was eliminated in a few hours

The Emergency Situations Management (ESM) reported that the road surface at the intersection of Moscow and Kuliev streets in Bishkek has been restored. Previously, a pavement collapse was recorded here. Nursultan Muratbekov, head of the ESM press service, noted that the restoration work was carried out promptly thanks to the joint efforts of utility services. Currently, traffic on this section of the road has been restored and is operating as usual. Earlier, witnesses reported difficulties in

16.12.2025, 13:26
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Deputies of Kyrgyzstan Want to Launch the "Aitmatov Map" — Following the Example of the Russian "Mendeleev Map"

Local and city council deputies of Kyrgyzstan have proposed the idea of creating a project in the country similar to Russia's "Mendeleev Map," aimed at supporting gifted youth. This project has been tentatively named the "Aitmatov Map." The idea was voiced during the visit of a Kyrgyz delegation to Moscow. The trip, organized as part of the "Know Russia" program, included 62 deputies who sought to study Russian approaches to working with youth and adapt

16.12.2025, 13:21
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A Unified State Portal Launched in Kyrgyzstan

At the government meeting, Prime Minister Adylbek Kasymaliev officially announced the launch of the unified state portal egov.kg. He emphasized the importance of transparency and openness in the work of government agencies.

16.12.2025, 13:15
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The Cabinet approved a program to reduce administrative barriers in government agencies for 2026-2030.

The Cabinet of Ministers has decided to implement a program designed for 2026-2030 aimed at reducing administrative barriers in the field of state and municipal services. The main goal of the program is to improve the quality, efficiency, and accessibility of these services for citizens. As part of the program, a detailed action plan is provided, as well as a matrix of indicators that will allow for monitoring and evaluating the results achieved.

16.12.2025, 13:08
Local news / Exclusive

Chuy Region Leads in Autumn Sowing

The Ministry of Agriculture reported that in Kyrgyzstan, 155.6 thousand hectares were sown in the fall, of which about 100 thousand hectares are located in the Chui region. Currently, a total of 155.6 thousand hectares have been prepared for autumn sowing in the republic, with the majority located in the Chui region.

16.12.2025, 13:06
An Exhibition of Works by Convicts Will Take Place in Bishkek
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An Exhibition of Works by Convicts Will Take Place in Bishkek

On December 18 in Bishkek, at 10:30, an exhibition of artistic and applied works by convicts will open. This event became possible thanks to the initiative of the press service of the State Penitentiary Service (GPS). The exhibition titled "Umuttun Kyl Kalemi" aims to showcase the creative abilities of individuals in places of deprivation of liberty who strive for self-expression and creation despite difficult circumstances.

16.12.2025, 12:58