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School directors will be appointed differently. The Ministry of Education is developing a new regulation.

According to information announced on "Birinchi Radio," the Ministry of Education plans to revise its approach to the competitive selection for school director positions. Dogdurkul Kendirbaeva noted that the previous scheme was excessively costly. Previously, a competition was held each time a director's position became vacant, creating an endless cycle. "Competitions were conducted in a pilot format, and each required significant time and financial resources. Therefore, a

29.12.2025, 12:46
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UN: Humanity is Rapidly Approaching the "Ecological Point of No Return"

According to the latest report from the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP), humanity is on the path to an "ecological tipping point." However, experts assert that with decisive measures, it is possible to change the situation by transforming key systems, including the economy and food. In the document "Global Environmental Outlook, Seventh Edition: The Future We Choose," it is emphasized that the deterioration of the environment already poses a threat to human

29.12.2025, 12:36
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Tashiev to the company director: Set up a bed and a tent by the road and take the shovel yourself.

At a meeting dedicated to road construction in the Issyk-Kul region, the Chairman of the State Committee for National Security, Kamchybek Tashiev, expressed dissatisfaction with the company "Kyrgyz Zhol Kurolysh," which has been working on the project for five years. Tashiev inquired about the percentage of the Balykchy - Barskoon road that has already been completed. A company employee responded that the remaining work would be finished by August 31.

29.12.2025, 12:33
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"During home renovations, there are also quarrels in the family." Kendirbaeva on the transition to the 12-year system

Dogdurkul Kendirbaeva, the Minister of Education, spoke about the intense transition to the 12-year education system, drawing parallels with family disputes during home renovations. In his speech at the People's Kurultai, President Sadyr Japarov emphasized that the initiative to switch to a new learning model came personally from him. He mentioned how several years ago, while in Europe with his family, he encountered the fact that his son's diploma was not recognized, as many

29.12.2025, 12:06
Bishkek Sanitary Landfill Announced the Purchase of a Mobile Crushing Machine
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Bishkek Sanitary Landfill Announced the Purchase of a Mobile Crushing Machine

The municipal enterprise "Bishkek Sanitary Landfill" has announced the start of the procurement procedure for the purchase of a mobile crushing machine. This announcement was posted on the official state procurement portal. According to the information provided, the procurement process will be conducted in the usual format, using the "Unlimited" method. The planned amount for the purchase is 27,870,333.33 soms.

29.12.2025, 11:40
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Project "Tulpar". Over 20,000 preferential cards issued in Bishkek in a year

In 2025, 34,560 school "Tulpar" cards were issued in Bishkek, as well as 20,600 discounted cards for pensioners and people with disabilities, and 90,500 standard cards. This was reported at a press conference by Bekzhan Akmatbekov, the director of operational activities for the project. According to him, 1,445 validators have been installed in public transport.

29.12.2025, 11:36
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The premiere of the play "Dürpaasha" will take place at the Jalal-Abad Drama Theater named after Barpy.

On December 29, the long-awaited premiere of the play "Dürpaasha" will take place at the Drama Theater named after Brapa, located in the Jalal-Abad region. This project was created by the talented playwright M. Kuryazov and directed by Azimbek Jumaan. According to information from the press service of the Ministry of Culture, the main roles in the play will be performed by Anara Kultaeva as Dürpaasha, Bakyt Jumaliev as the King, and Bektursun Ashirmatov as Alisher. In addition,

29.12.2025, 11:35
In Kyrgyzstan, the 124th anniversary of the founding father Jusup Abdrakhmanov was celebrated
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In Kyrgyzstan, the 124th anniversary of the founding father Jusup Abdrakhmanov was celebrated

Recently, an event dedicated to the 124th anniversary of Jussup Abdrakhmanov, an outstanding statesman, took place at the Alley of Founders of Kyrgyz Statehood. This was reported by the Ministry of Culture of Kyrgyzstan. Among the participants were State Secretary Arslan Koychiev, Minister of Culture, Information and Youth Policy Mirbek Mambetaliev, as well as representatives of historical science, state and public organizations, and students from higher educational institutions.

29.12.2025, 11:34
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<b>Piano for 25 million, 7 billion soms in the budget, demolition of cultural monuments.</b> An extensive interview with the Minister of Culture Mirbek Mambetaliev.

AKIpress summarizes the results of 2025 in the field of culture in Kyrgyzstan together with the Minister of Culture, Information and Youth Policy, Mirbek Mambetaliev. During the conversation, we discussed key achievements and projects implemented in the cultural sphere in 2025. Among them are major renovations of theaters, the launch of new musicals, and a significant increase in funding. The minister also shared information about cultural diplomacy, the holding of Culture Days in other

29.12.2025, 11:31
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In Bishkek, the 124th anniversary of the statesman Jusup Abdrakhmanov was celebrated

In Bishkek, at the Alley of Founders of Kyrgyz Statehood, a commemorative event was held dedicated to the 124th anniversary of the statesman Jusup Abdrakhmanov, as reported by the press service of the Ministry of Culture. Attending the ceremony were State Secretary Arslan Koichiev, Minister of Culture, Information and Youth Policy Mirbek Mambetaliev, as well as historians, government representatives, and students.

29.12.2025, 11:30
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Supreme Court Judge of the Kyrgyz Republic on Innovations in Labor Law and How They Will Affect People

The update of the Labor Code of the Kyrgyz Republic has become an important step in changing the system of labor relations in the country. With this event, the plenum of the Supreme Court presented a new resolution aimed at simplifying and ensuring the fair application of the updated norms of legislation. Supreme Court Judge Dilbar Kulmatova spoke about the differences between the old and new approaches, the rights of workers, and the importance of knowing labor legislation for career

29.12.2025, 11:28
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Holders of "Tulpar" cards will be able to pay for transportation in Tashkent

At a press conference held today, Bekzhan Akmatbekov, the director of operations for the "Tulpar" project, announced that the process of integrating cashless payments in public transport in Bishkek with partners from Tashkent is nearing completion. The project is in its final implementation stage. According to Akmatbekov, the full completion of the integration is scheduled for 2026.

29.12.2025, 11:22
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The Tax Service has released a "musical gratitude" to taxpayers

A new video dedicated to the holidays was created by the leadership of the State Revenue Committee in collaboration with the State Enterprise "Salyk Service" and singer Elera Kabyldzhan kyzy. In this video, the team of the State Revenue Committee expressed gratitude to all taxpayers by performing a song that symbolizes respect and appreciation for their honest work, responsibility, and contribution to the development of society. Thus, the tax service aims to share warmth and

29.12.2025, 11:21
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KGST on Binance is used for liquidity management, not for speculation.

The KGST stablecoin, which is pegged to the Kyrgyz som, continues its trading on the Binance platform, demonstrating no significant deviations from the established exchange rate. This conclusion is based on the analysis of trading data collected at the end of December. The KGST quotes remain within a stable range, coinciding with the exchange rate of the national currency, which confirms the stable peg of the stablecoin. The daily trading volume for the KGST/USDT pair remains at a level

29.12.2025, 11:17
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After Tashiev's Criticism. The Head of the Ministry of Transport of the Kyrgyz Republic Issued Warnings to Several Leaders

On December 29, 2025, under the leadership of the Minister of Transport and Communications Abdykarim Syrgabaev, another meeting of the apparatus took place. During the meeting, important issues related to the industry were discussed. In particular, in connection with the implementation of the project for the construction of the Balikchy — Bokonbaev — Karakol road, reprimands were issued to the First Deputy Minister of Transport S.T.O., the Director of the Road Management Department A.K.K., as

29.12.2025, 11:17
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"Our guarantor is their conscience." Kendirbaeva on those studying abroad at the expense of the budget

According to the minister, the Kyrgyz authorities emphasize the conscience of those citizens who receive education abroad at the expense of the budget. This statement was made on "Birinchi Radio" by Dogdurkul Kendirbaeva. She highlighted that the state is actively developing various programs to improve the quality of personnel, prepare a new generation of specialists, and support talented citizens. One such initiative is the presidential scholarship "El umutu," the amount of

29.12.2025, 11:14
A monument to Tolomush Okeyev will be unveiled in Bishkek.
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A monument to Tolomush Okeyev will be unveiled in Bishkek.

The opening ceremony of the monument dedicated to the outstanding film director, People's Artist of the USSR, and laureate of the Toktogul State Prize, Tolomush Okeyev, will take place on December 30 at 12:00. The venue is the intersection of Chuy Avenue and K. Akiev Street. This information was provided by the press service of the Ministry of Culture of the Kyrgyz Republic.

29.12.2025, 11:08
Municipal Inspection and Akimats of Bishkek City Hall Received Official Vehicles
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Municipal Inspection and Akimats of Bishkek City Hall Received Official Vehicles

Photo by the press service of the Bishkek mayor's office In anticipation of the New Year holidays, the mayor of Bishkek, Aibek Junushaliev, handed over official vehicles to the municipal inspection and district administrations. This was reported by the city's press service. During the handover of the vehicles, the mayor emphasized the significance of the work of the inspection staff, especially in the area of environmental protection. He thanked them for their achieved results and

29.12.2025, 11:06
In Bishkek, 1917 transformers were repaired in 12 months
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In Bishkek, 1917 transformers were repaired in 12 months

In accordance with the requirements of the Ministry of Energy aimed at developing the sector and preparing for the winter season of 2025–2026, the Bishkek Electric Networks Enterprise is carrying out comprehensive work to improve the reliability of electrical equipment. According to the department's information, this program includes major and current repairs, as well as the construction and modernization of power transmission lines.

29.12.2025, 11:04
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The Ministry of Education has announced who will be affected by the salary increase.

Dogdurkul Kendirbaeva, the Minister of Education, shared details about the upcoming salary increases for teachers. This statement followed President Sadyr Japarov's speech at the People's Kurultai, where he announced plans to raise salaries for teachers by 2026, with a focus on mathematics and Kyrgyz language instructors. As a result, many raised the question: what about other education workers?

29.12.2025, 10:59
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In the run-up to the New Year, a garrison drill inspection took place in Osh.

A garrison drill inspection dedicated to the upcoming New Year holidays took place in Osh. This was reported by the press service of the president's representative office in the city of Osh. Attending the event were the authorized representative of the president in the Osh region Amanakan Kenjebaev, the mayor of Osh Jengishbek Toktorbaev, the deputy minister of internal affairs Erkebek Ashirkhodzhaev, the head of the Osh region police department Nurlanbek Burkanov, and other leaders of law

29.12.2025, 10:52
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From Cash to Smartphone: Why Kyrgyzstan is Rapidly Moving Towards Cashless and QR Payments

When was the last time you paid in cash at a store or on public transport? It was probably a long time ago, as cashless payments have become the norm for most citizens of Kyrgyzstan. But how did the country manage to adapt so quickly to cashless payment methods? The rapid growth of cashless transactions is backed by a well-thought-out strategy of the National Bank of Kyrgyzstan, aimed at improving the transparency and accessibility of the financial system. This is not just words, but a new

29.12.2025, 10:52
At Ala-Too Square, the "Northern Lights" fair has banned lighting fires
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At Ala-Too Square, the "Northern Lights" fair has banned lighting fires

At the winter fair "Northern Lights," held at Ala-Too Square, a ban on lighting fires has been introduced. According to the Ministry of Natural Resources of the Kyrgyz Republic, during a raid conducted by the Environmental and Technical Supervision Service, unauthorized fire lighting was detected. As a result of this violation, a fine of 28,000 soms was imposed on the offender based on Article 230 of the Code of the Kyrgyz Republic "On Offenses."

29.12.2025, 10:49
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Kendirbaeva: Trainees Prepared at the Expense of the State Must Work in the Kyrgyz Republic

The Minister of Education, Dokturgul Kendirbaeva, noted in a live broadcast on "Birinchi Radio" that specialists whose education was funded by the state must return to their homeland and work in Kyrgyzstan. She emphasized that the ministry is interested in attracting ambitious and talented young professionals to the education system; however, unfortunately, many of those who studied at the state's expense do not return to the country.

29.12.2025, 10:49
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The head of the information policy service updated the flag of Kyrgyzstan at the summit of Teacher.

Daiyrbek Orunbekov, head of the information policy service under the President of Kyrgyzstan, ascended to the summit of Uchitel to replace the damaged national flag of the country with a new one. Information about the damaged flag, located at an altitude of 4,530 meters, appeared online, prompting Orunbekov to decide to personally install the new symbol. Orunbekov shared that the journey to the summit was not easy: it involved a long and challenging route with steep ascents, strong gusts of

29.12.2025, 10:48
Almazbek Atambayev Stripped of State Awards of Kyrgyzstan
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Almazbek Atambayev Stripped of State Awards of Kyrgyzstan

The President of Kyrgyzstan, Sadyr Japarov, has issued a decree that comes into effect upon signing. This document was prepared in execution of the decision of the Pervomaisky District Court of Bishkek dated June 3, 2025, and is based on Articles 1, 2, and 4 of Part 27 of the Law of the Kyrgyz Republic "On State Awards, Honorary Titles, and State Prizes of the Kyrgyz Republic," as well as Article 71 of the Constitution of the Kyrgyz Republic. According to the decree, Almazbek

29.12.2025, 10:28
The mayor of Osh gifted a house to a single mother of many children who worked as a cleaner at a school.
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The mayor of Osh gifted a house to a single mother of many children who worked as a cleaner at a school.

Jenyshbek Toktorbaev, the mayor of Osh, handed over the keys to a new house to Roza Abdykarova — a mother of many children who had worked as a cleaner at the S. Zhigitov school for a long time. According to the press service of the mayor's office, during his previous visit to the educational institution, the mayor learned about the difficult situation the family was in and promised to provide support. Soon after, he fulfilled this promise by handing over the keys to the renovated housing,

29.12.2025, 10:25
In Novo-Pokrovka, a woman with children was pursued by her husband. How the police reacted.
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In Novo-Pokrovka, a woman with children was pursued by her husband. How the police reacted.

In the Chui region, specifically in the Issyk-Ata district, an incident related to domestic violence occurred, which was responded to by the Main Department of Internal Affairs. According to media reports, in the village of Novo-Pokrovka, a woman with children was pursued by her husband. She ran onto the roadway, asking for help, noting that she had been subjected to violence by her husband for a long time.

29.12.2025, 10:23
The Mayor of Osh gifted an apartment to the mother of eight children for the New Year.
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The Mayor of Osh gifted an apartment to the mother of eight children for the New Year.

In the run-up to the New Year, the mayor of Osh, Jenishbek Toktorbaev, handed over the keys to a new apartment to Roza Abdykarova, a mother of eight children. The relevant information was posted by the press service of the city administration. Roza Abdykarova, who works as a technical staff member at the S. Zhigitov school, has faced housing difficulties for many years. During his visit to the educational institution, where he was checking the progress of renovation work, the city head learned

29.12.2025, 10:20
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The Minister of Culture inspected the construction of the new building of the Kurentkeyev Music College

Mirbek Mambetaliev, holding the position of Minister of Culture, Information, and Youth Policy, visited the construction site of the new National Music College named after M. Kureneev, located in Bishkek. According to the information from the ministry's press service, the minister emphasized the necessity of strict adherence to the construction schedule, as well as the importance of maintaining high quality standards. He also provided instructions to the leaders on several important issues.

29.12.2025, 10:14
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Kendirbaeva on the "El Umutu" Scholarship Recipient: Did Not Return to Kyrgyzstan Even for the Position of Deputy Minister

As Kendirbaeva reported on the air of "Birinchi Radio," not all scholarship recipients of the "El Umutu" program are ready to return to Kyrgyzstan after studying abroad. Earlier, President Sadyr Japarov emphasized at the People's Kurultai that the state is interested in attracting young and talented specialists who have received education outside the country.

29.12.2025, 10:12
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New Year Holidays. The UN Calls to Minimize Waste

The festive season of Christmas and New Year is accompanied by a significant increase in the volume of household waste. For example, in European countries and the USA, this figure rises by 25-30%. This is reported in materials from the UN News Service. Against the backdrop of the growing number of gifts, which have become an integral part of the celebration, statistics show that many people receive items that are not what they expected, and some of these gifts end up being thrown away.

29.12.2025, 10:05
The Last Days of the Year Will Fill the Treasury. Horoscope from December 29 to January 4
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The Last Days of the Year Will Fill the Treasury. Horoscope from December 29 to January 4

As the New Year approaches, there is an opportunity for rest, travel, and joyful moments, but the main event will be the Full Moon scheduled for Saturday, January 3. During this time, there may be a restoration of old friendships and romantic connections, facilitated by New Year greetings. However, in the last days of 2025 and on the first day of 2026, it is advisable to refrain from sharp remarks and criticism to avoid hurting the feelings of those around you. Excessive burdens in the form of

29.12.2025, 10:00
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Police warn about fraudulent mailings ahead of the New Year

In connection with the upcoming New Year holidays, a large number of fraudulent messages have been observed on social networks and messengers, disguised as congratulations, giveaways, and gifts, as reported by the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Kyrgyzstan. According to information from the police, criminals are sending notifications promising cash prizes, bonuses, or gifts on behalf of government agencies, banks, or famous personalities. When citizens click on such links, they are asked to

29.12.2025, 09:50
Rasul Sultangaziev: We Always Remember the Main Commandment of the Medicine God – Do No Harm
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Rasul Sultangaziev: We Always Remember the Main Commandment of the Medicine God – Do No Harm

Doctor of Medical Sciences Rasul Sultangaziev, one of the leading surgeons in Kyrgyzstan, emphasizes that the success of any operation depends on the correct medical indications, necessary conditions, and the qualifications of the surgeon. Unfortunately, he often has to deal with restoring patients after unsuccessful interventions by colleagues, as was clearly demonstrated in one of the recent cases.

29.12.2025, 09:48
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A holiday for children with disabilities took place in the At-Bashinsky District

In the At-Bashinsky district, a festive day dedicated to children with disabilities was held at the rehabilitation center "Ak-Bairak," as reported by a Turmush correspondent. This center cares for children who require constant rehabilitation and provides them with comprehensive assistance. Currently, "Ak-Bairak" does not have its own building, which creates certain challenges in its operations. Nevertheless, the center's staff and parents, with the support of the music

29.12.2025, 09:38
A fact of illegal fire setting has been discovered in Ala-Too Square in Bishkek
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A fact of illegal fire setting has been discovered in Ala-Too Square in Bishkek

During the raid activities conducted by the Environmental and Technical Supervision Service under the Ministry of Natural Resources in Bishkek and the Alamudun district, a case of violation of legislation was discovered. In Ala-Too Square in Bishkek, the service staff recorded unauthorized fire setting. As a result, a fine of 28,000 soms was imposed on the violator in accordance with Article 230 of the KR Code "On Offenses".

29.12.2025, 09:12
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In Bishkek, 1,917 transformers were repaired in 12 months

The Bishkek electric grid enterprise is implementing a series of measures aimed at improving the reliability of electrical equipment operation. These actions include aspects such as repairs, maintenance, as well as the construction and modernization of power transmission lines, as reported in the company's press release. According to the enterprise, a new high-voltage substation "Muras," operating at a voltage of 110/10 kilovolts, was constructed and put into operation this year.

29.12.2025, 09:05