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The mayor discussed the delivery timelines of Yutong buses to Bishkek with a Chinese company.
Local news

The mayor discussed the delivery timelines of Yutong buses to Bishkek with a Chinese company.

The Mayor of Bishkek, Aibek Junushaliev, during his visit to China, visited the Yutong factory, which produces a wide range of commercial vehicles, including city, intercity, and school buses, as well as gas and electric buses. This was reported by the press service of the mayor's office. During the visit, the mayor held a meeting with the management of Yutong, where the delivery timeline for 95 buses to the capital of Kyrgyzstan was discussed.

29.10.2025, 18:26
Kyrgyzstan Participated in the Meeting of the CIS Council on Construction
Economy

Kyrgyzstan Participated in the Meeting of the CIS Council on Construction

The event took place in Tashkent On October 28, the 46th meeting of the Intergovernmental Council on Cooperation in the Construction Sector among CIS countries was held in Tashkent. Kyrgyzstan was represented by a delegation headed by the Minister of Construction, Architecture, and Housing and Communal Services, Nurdana Oruntaev.

29.10.2025, 18:23
Local news

In Bishkek, one-time financial assistance will be provided annually to low-income individuals and beneficiaries for significant dates.

The Bishkek City Council approved resolution No. 59, according to which annual one-time financial assistance will be provided to citizens from low-income and privileged categories in anticipation of significant dates. This decision was made in accordance with a number of laws, including "On Veterans of War, Armed Forces, and Workers of the Rear," "On the Basics of Social Services for the Population in the Kyrgyz Republic," "On Social Protection of the Families of Those

29.10.2025, 18:15
Local news

October 30: Where in Bishkek and the regions the power will be turned off

Power outages are expected in Bishkek and its surroundings, according to information provided by local power networks. 1 Bishkek From 9:00 to 18:00 — microdistrict "Tunguch" (houses No. 55, 56, 58, 73, 74), residential areas "Dordoy-2" (streets 1-12, Kozhevennaya, Alma-Ata, Emgekchil, northern bypass road), "Kelechek" (streets Kelechek 3-13, Zhashtar, school No. 87, primary school No. 2, Sverdlovsk District Internal Affairs Department, clinic, CSM No. 14,

29.10.2025, 18:11
Local news

In the "Energy Workers' Town" of Bishkek, hot water will also be turned off.

According to information provided by the press service of Bishkek, hot water supply will be temporarily suspended on October 30 from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM. This is necessary for repair work to eliminate a break in the heating network. Auezov Street, houses No. 7, 59/2; "Energetik Town," house No. 1a. The municipal enterprise "Bishkekteploset" apologizes for the temporary inconvenience and hopes for the understanding of the residents.

29.10.2025, 18:09
Local news

A kindergarten has opened in the village of Sirt in the Kadamjay district.

Previously, residents of the village had to take their children to neighboring settlements. In the Kadamjay district, in the village of Sirt, a new kindergarten called "Chabalekey-Sirt" has opened, accommodating up to 130 children. This news was reported by representatives of the Batken region's representative office.

29.10.2025, 18:06
Local news

A Specialist from the Department of Transport Discussed the Differences of the New Asphalt Laying Technology

A new asphalt paving technology has been implemented in Bishkek, allowing for the installation of a top layer just 1–2 centimeters thick. This was reported on October 29 during a broadcast on "Birinchi Radio" by Azamat Osmonaliev, the chief specialist of the Department of Transport and Development of Road Transport Infrastructure of the city administration. According to him, the project proposed by a Chinese company has been implemented for the first time in Kyrgyzstan. It involves

29.10.2025, 18:05
Local news

The CEC changed the address of polling station No. 1165 in Bishkek

The Central Election Commission decided on October 29 to change the address of polling station No. 1165, which is located in Bishkek. This station, previously situated in the building of school No. 37 at 37/1 Belarus Street, will now be located at the new address: Kök-Jar microdistrict, house No. 3 in the MTU No. 404 building. The District Election Commission No. 22 has been tasked with organizing an informational campaign for voters to ensure they are aware of the change in the address of

29.10.2025, 18:03
Local news / Exclusive

In the Moscow District, birth rates have increased over 9 months

In the Moscow district, there is a rise in birth rates: in the first 9 months of the current year, there are 35 more children than in the same period last year, reports the Center for General Medical Practice. According to the provided data, in 2025, 1,225 infants were born. In contrast, in 2024, during the same period, 1,190 children were born, which is 35 less.

29.10.2025, 17:59
Local news

Kyrgyzstan Wants to Increase the Quota for Training Its Students in Russia

At the opening of the exhibition "Education in Russia - 2026/27" in Bishkek, the Deputy Head of Rossotrudnichestvo, Pavel Shevtsov, noted that Russian universities are actively preparing professionals for the economy of Kyrgyzstan, who will be in demand in the future. He also mentioned that 700 places have been allocated for citizens of Kyrgyzstan to study in Russia. The representative of Rossotrudnichestvo added that the training covers various specialties.

29.10.2025, 17:52
The Deputy Prime Minister met with the Ambassador of Germany, Monica Lenhard.
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The Deputy Prime Minister met with the Ambassador of Germany, Monica Lenhard.

The Deputy Prime Minister of the Kyrgyz Republic, Edil Baisalov, held a meeting with Monika Lenhard, the Ambassador of Germany to Kyrgyzstan. This was reported by the press service of the country's government. During the meeting, Edil Baisalov congratulated Monika Lenhard on her appointment and expressed hope for the successful fulfillment of her diplomatic tasks. He noted that her activities would contribute to strengthening relations between Kyrgyzstan and Germany, as well as expanding

29.10.2025, 17:49
Incidents

A criminal case has been initiated against officials of the veterinary and phytosanitary service in Osh.

According to a statement from the press service of the General Prosecutor's Office, a criminal case has been initiated against the leadership of the Osh Department of Veterinary and Phytosanitary Services. The investigation established that on October 4, the head of the department, S. E., and the chief inspector, M. K., conducted inspections of retail outlets and meat shops in the Aravan district without the necessary permits, extorting money from the owners under the pretext of

29.10.2025, 17:49
Economy

Kyrgyzstan Wants to Obtain the Right for Duty-Free Import of 15,000 Electric Vehicles

In 2026, Kyrgyzstan submitted a request for permission to import 15,000 electric vehicles. This initiative has been presented for discussion on the platform of the Eurasian Economic Commission. If the proposal is approved, 15,000 vehicles corresponding to codes 8703 80 000 3 and 8703 80 000 5 according to the EAEU Customs Code will be allowed to be imported into the country duty-free. At the same time, only citizens of Kyrgyzstan will be able to use the electric vehicles.

29.10.2025, 17:47
Exclusive

The story of the centenarian Valentina Antsiferova, who went through the war and the secret atomic garrison of the Chita region

A resident of Kara-Balta, Valentina Antsiferova, celebrated her 90th birthday after working in the medical field for more than four decades, 22 of which she spent as an operating room nurse at the city hospital. This was reported by a Turmush correspondent. Valentina was born on October 2, 1935, in the Transbaikal region, into an intelligent family. Her grandfather was of noble blood, and her father held a managerial position at a railway enterprise. However, Valentina's childhood was not

29.10.2025, 17:44
Health

Kyrgyzstan Presented Its Experience in the Prevention of Non-Communicable Diseases at the 75th Session of the WHO European Regional Committee

At the 75th session of the European Regional Committee of the World Health Organization, taking place from October 28 to 30 in Copenhagen (Denmark), the Minister of Health Erkin Checheybaev is participating. During his speech, he highlighted Kyrgyzstan's efforts in integrating services for the prevention and control of non-communicable diseases (NCDs) at the primary healthcare level. Checheybaev emphasized that this area is one of the main priorities of the Ministry and an important part

29.10.2025, 17:33
Over 140 million soms allocated to support small and medium-sized businesses
Economy / Exclusive

Over 140 million soms allocated to support small and medium-sized businesses

In Kyrgyzstan, the project "Preferential Lending for Small and Medium Enterprises" is actively being implemented, aimed at supporting local businesses, developing regions, and promoting a "green" economy. According to the Ministry of Finance, as of October 9, 2025, 49 small and medium enterprises have received loans totaling 143.98 million soms under this project.

29.10.2025, 17:26
Pay and Enter: The KR Cabinet Proposed a New Tax for Tourists
Economy

Pay and Enter: The KR Cabinet Proposed a New Tax for Tourists

Will tourists continue to visit Kyrgyzstan? The Government of the Republic of Kyrgyzstan has proposed to introduce a new tax for tourists. This decision is justified by the significant number of visitors and the need to finance the development of tourist infrastructure.

29.10.2025, 17:25
Ecology

Vice President of EBRD M. Patrone spoke about the implementation of the "Green Cities" program in Kyrgyzstan

On October 29, 2025, a meeting was held in Bishkek with Matteo Patrone, Vice President of the EBRD, where he spoke about the "Green Cities" program in Kyrgyzstan. Bishkek became a participant in the EBRD Green Cities program in 2019, and in July 2024, the Green City Action Plan (GCAP) was approved, which aims to address priority environmental issues. The initial project of the program was the acquisition of 230 new buses powered by liquefied natural gas to replace old diesel ones, as

29.10.2025, 17:24
Deputy Speaker of the Malaysian Parliament: Unveiling Central Asia
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Deputy Speaker of the Malaysian Parliament: Unveiling Central Asia

On September 25, 2025, the Kyrgyz Republic made an important decision to self-dissolve the Jogorku Kenesh, which opened the door for early parliamentary elections scheduled for November 30, 2025. This event marked a significant moment in the political development of the country, reflecting a desire to renew democratic foundations and strengthen state institutions. In the context of these historical changes, I made an official visit to Kyrgyzstan, coinciding with the process of preparing for

29.10.2025, 17:24
Men need to exercise twice as much as women to have a healthy heart
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Men need to exercise twice as much as women to have a healthy heart

A study conducted by a group of scientists from China has shown that women engage in physical activity half as much as men. According to Euronews, just a few hours of sports per week can significantly improve heart health and reduce the risk of premature death. According to the study, women benefit more from sports, especially in the context of cardiovascular health. Regular physical activity for about four hours a week can reduce the risk of ischemic heart disease (IHD) by 33% in women.

29.10.2025, 17:22
Exclusive

In Naryn Region, three more villages have been added to the list of high-altitude settlements

In the Naryn region, in the Ak-Tal district, the category of high-altitude territories has been expanded to include three new settlements. This was reported by Kanibek Esenaliev, the deputy akim of the district. As Esenaliev noted, this decision was made based on a resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers and in accordance with the law "On State Guarantees and Compensations for Persons Living and Working in High-Altitude and Remote Hard-to-Reach Areas." Now, three villages have been

29.10.2025, 17:22
Local news

In the city of Osh, a new park will be built on the site of the old central market.

In the city of Osh, the construction of a new recreation park is planned, which will replace the old central market. This information was announced by the press service of the city mayor's office. According to the provided data, the new park will be located along the Ak-Buura River and will be built with funds received as a grant from a Chinese company.

29.10.2025, 17:21
The Gaza Ministry of Health reported over 100 fatalities from Israeli strikes
In the world

The Gaza Ministry of Health reported over 100 fatalities from Israeli strikes

Illustrative photo According to the Ministry of Health, the number of casualties from Israeli attacks on the Gaza Strip since the evening of October 28 has risen to 104 people, including 46 children and 20 women. There have also been 253 injuries among Palestinians recorded. The Israeli army (IDF) has expressed its intention to return to adhering to the ceasefire after a series of airstrikes, which they deemed necessary to eliminate terrorists in Gaza. The IDF statement emphasizes that the

29.10.2025, 17:15
Sports

AFC Challenge League: "Muras United" Leads, while "Abdysh-Ata" Drops Out of the Race. Standings

The second round of the group stage of the AFC Challenge Cup for the 2025-2026 season has concluded. The leading position in Group C is held by "Muras United," the holder of the Kyrgyzstan Cup 2024, representing Jalal-Abad. In the first match, Sergey Puchkov's team drew with Tajikistan's "Regar-TadAZ" (0:0), and then in the second round, they achieved victory over Lebanon's "Al-Safwa" with a score of 2:0.

29.10.2025, 17:08
Barbarian in the Center of Europe. An Essay on the Meeting of Civilizations, Lamb, and the Meaning of Traditions
Local news

Barbarian in the Center of Europe. An Essay on the Meeting of Civilizations, Lamb, and the Meaning of Traditions

In the very heart of Europe, surrounded by mirrors and luxurious Empire-style chandeliers, I hosted a delegation of ambassadors from Central Asia and Azerbaijan, along with their spouses. In the traditionally rich menu filled with exquisite dishes, I decided to add an element of nomadic culture — lamb, presented according to ancient customs. This meant serving the meat with the head and ritual skullcap, which was handed to the eldest guest as a symbol of respect.

29.10.2025, 17:07
Economy

In Kyrgyzstan, the extraction of mineral resources continues to grow

According to the latest data from the National Statistical Committee, from January to September of this year, the volume of industrial production in Kyrgyzstan amounted to 511.4 billion soms in value terms. In the first half of the year, growth was also observed in other sectors: the volumes of electricity, gas, steam, and air conditioning supplies increased by 33.4%, while water supply, waste treatment and processing, as well as the collection of secondary raw materials grew by 23.5%. The

29.10.2025, 17:06
"I don't believe that Elon Musk can create anything serious": the founder of "Wikipedia" on Grokipedia and neural networks
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"I don't believe that Elon Musk can create anything serious": the founder of "Wikipedia" on Grokipedia and neural networks

According to Wales, “right now” Musk is unlikely to be capable of creating anything serious. He expressed concerns about large language models that attempt to produce quality content but make numerous mistakes and do not meet the standards required for writing Wikipedia-level articles. Wales doubts the possibility of creating a reliable source of information using AI and predicts that issues related to misinformation will only worsen. This is because neural networks can be used to create

29.10.2025, 17:04
A meeting of the Republican Headquarters for the preparation of early elections for the deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh was held at the Presidential Administration.
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A meeting of the Republican Headquarters for the preparation of early elections for the deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh was held at the Presidential Administration.

At the meeting, information from local authorities regarding preparations for the electoral process was also discussed. Daniyar Amangeldiev emphasized the importance of ensuring a professional organization of the upcoming elections. He highlighted that the forthcoming elections represent a crucial stage in the democratic development of the country. "Hundreds of thousands of Kyrgyz citizens are outside the homeland and have the right to vote. Ensuring their participation in the elections

29.10.2025, 17:00
In Kyrgyzstan, customs payment has become easier: QR code instead of waiting in line
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In Kyrgyzstan, customs payment has become easier: QR code instead of waiting in line

Since the introduction of the QR code for payments, more than 34 million soms have been paid, confirming the effectiveness of the new service. Now users can independently obtain a QR code through the website www.customs.kg or seek assistance from the staff of the mobile cash desks of OJSC "Eldik Bank" and the customs service. This innovation significantly saves time and makes interaction with customs authorities more convenient.

29.10.2025, 16:59
Local news

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs commented on the traffic accident in the USA, in which two Kyrgyz citizens died and one more was injured.

The Consulate General of Kyrgyzstan in Chicago is in contact with the relatives of the victims and the Kyrgyz national injured in the car accident. This information was provided to the editorial office of Kaktus.media by the press service of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Kyrgyzstan. Necessary consular and legal support is being provided to the families. Work is also underway with local law enforcement agencies and funeral services.

29.10.2025, 16:55
Exclusive

How the city of Manas and the Suzak district are preparing for winter: The most expensive coal is selling well

This year, the government has set coal prices ranging from 5500 to 8500 soms per ton. In the Jalal-Abad region, including the city of Manas and the Suzak district, coal is sold at the established state prices. According to the regulations, the price of coal must be clearly indicated at the points of sale. Although most sellers comply with this requirement, some of them, despite offering coal at the established prices, do not display price tags.

29.10.2025, 16:51
The National Bank raised the discount rate to 10 percent: what is behind this decision
Economy

The National Bank raised the discount rate to 10 percent: what is behind this decision

Photo 24.kg The press conference held in the new building of the National Bank of Kyrgyzstan served as a platform where representatives of the main financial regulator explained why the decision was made to raise the discount rate to 10 percent and presented their economic forecasts for the coming months. Deputy Chairman of the National Bank Azat Kozubekov emphasized that this decision was driven by external economic factors contributing to increased inflationary pressure in the domestic

29.10.2025, 16:47
In the world

Remember the story about the cake in Kazakhstan? The court announced its decision on the case.

Today, October 29, in Astana, the court issued a ruling on the lawsuit filed by pastry chef Nurshat Akbergenova against blogger Aselina Batyrbekova. The main part of the claim was upheld. Let's take a closer look at this situation. Essence of the ConflictOn August 9, Nurshat Akbergenova accused the well-known blogger in her post on Threads of not paying for the cake made for her birthday. The pastry chef reported that she spent 440,000 tenge (approximately 71,600 som) on ingredients and

29.10.2025, 16:47
News / Education news

Athletics Competitions Among School Students of Sverdlovsk District Took Place in Bishkek

From October 23 to 26, the athletics competition for students born in 2014 and younger took place at Secondary School No. 10. This tournament was organized as part of the "School League" program for schoolchildren in the Sverdlovsk district. According to information provided by the press service of the Bishkek mayor's office, 12 educational institutions participated in the competition: No. 10, No. 16, No. 66, No. 87, No. 38, No. 11, No. 116, No. 114, No. 53, No. 51, No. 89, and

29.10.2025, 16:45