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Residents of Bishkek's new buildings have started creating mini-parks on their own.
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Residents of Bishkek's new buildings have started creating mini-parks on their own.

In the Baykay-Ata district, an active ecological program aimed at improving the landscaping of new buildings in Bishkek has begun. Local residents, joining forces with volunteers, held the first community cleanup day, during which they planted trees, marking the beginning of the formation of cozy recreation areas in the private sector. The project includes comprehensive landscaping of the areas. In the new mini-parks, in addition to planting deciduous trees, shrubs, and perennials, there are

25.03.2026, 13:26
Incidents

Installed white LED turn signals — received a fine. Patrol officers issued a report on the driver of the "Sonata."

In Bishkek, patrol service officers identified a Hyundai Sonata vehicle whose driver had installed unauthorized white LED bulbs in the rear turn signals. This became known on March 24 through a press release from the Traffic Safety Department (UPSM). UPSM emphasized that the use of white bulbs in turn signals contradicts traffic regulations. This can mislead other road users and pose a threat to safety on the road.

25.03.2026, 13:25
Outbreaks of Dangerous Animal Diseases. How Kyrgyzstan Protects People and Its Meat Market
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Outbreaks of Dangerous Animal Diseases. How Kyrgyzstan Protects People and Its Meat Market

All batches of meat that enter the market undergo strict inspection for infections and compliance with biological safety standards. Temporary restrictions on meat imports were introduced in response to outbreaks of cattle diseases recorded in Russia. Emergency situation in Novosibirsk region: pasteurellosis and rabies Since February 16, an emergency regime has been introduced in the Novosibirsk region due to outbreaks of pasteurellosis and rabies among agricultural animals, as reported by TASS.

25.03.2026, 13:24
Incidents

In Bishkek, a Mercedes driver accelerated to 200 km/h and cursed at police officers

In Bishkek, a driver of a Mercedes-Benz was apprehended for violating traffic rules and using offensive language towards the police, as reported by the press service of the Ministry of Internal Affairs on March 24. Social media posts contain video recordings showing the driver speeding at over 200 km/h. In another video, he uses profanity while behind the wheel.

25.03.2026, 13:23
The Danish Prime Minister's Party Won the Parliamentary Elections
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The Danish Prime Minister's Party Won the Parliamentary Elections

The Social Democratic Party, led by Mette Frederiksen, won 21.9% of the votes in the parliamentary elections, marking an unprecedented result in over a hundred years. According to Politico, the second place was taken by the "Green" party, which garnered 11.6% of the votes. The third position was held by the "Venstre" party, led by Defense Minister Troels Lund Poulsen, with a result of 10.1%. The "Liberal Alliance" received 9.4%, while the centrist "Moderate

25.03.2026, 13:22
Fraud of 4 million soms: a seller of "gold" was detained in Bishkek
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Fraud of 4 million soms: a seller of "gold" was detained in Bishkek

A woman suspected of fraud causing damages of more than 4 million soms was detained in Bishkek. This was reported by the Main Department of Internal Affairs of the capital. According to law enforcement agencies, the victim reported to the police, stating that in June 2025, a woman, posing as a seller of gold items allegedly brought from Turkey, took her money amounting to 4 million 129 thousand 300 soms and fled the scene.

25.03.2026, 13:21
Incidents

Raids to Identify the Homeless Are Taking Place in Bishkek

From March 23 to 26, an operation called "Selsayak" is taking place in Bishkek, as reported by the press service of the Lenin District Police on March 24. The main objective of these raids is to identify individuals without a permanent place of residence, as well as those engaged in begging.

25.03.2026, 13:20
Iran reported a new strike by the USA and Israel on the Bushehr nuclear power plant.
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Iran reported a new strike by the USA and Israel on the Bushehr nuclear power plant.

The Bushehr nuclear power plant in Iran recorded a projectile fired during an attack by the US and Israel. This was reported by the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) on March 24. According to their information, the incident resulted in no casualties, and the plant's infrastructure remained intact. Rafael Grossi, head of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), in his statement on the social network X, called on all parties to exercise "maximum restraint" to avoid a

25.03.2026, 13:20
Incidents

Drugs and Weapons Found with a Resident of the Kemin District

In the Chui region, law enforcement agencies have detained a man suspected of illegal activities related to drugs and weapons, as reported by the press service of the regional Department of Internal Affairs. The operation was carried out on February 19 as part of a criminal case being investigated by the Department of Internal Affairs of the city of Tokmok for signs of a crime specified in Article 267 of the Criminal Code of the Kyrgyz Republic. During a search conducted at the temporary

25.03.2026, 13:18
Exclusive

In Uzbekistan, the program to promote walking will be resumed

The material is prepared by K-News. The use of the text is permitted only with the consent of the K-News editorial office. In Uzbekistan, the "10,000 Steps" program is back on the agenda, discussed at a recent presentation for the president. This project aims to foster a culture of healthy living and environmental awareness among citizens.

25.03.2026, 13:16
The National Center for Training Specialists in Child Nutrition and Food Production Opened in Ulaanbaatar
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The National Center for Training Specialists in Child Nutrition and Food Production Opened in Ulaanbaatar

On March 24, 2026, a solemn opening of the new National Center dedicated to the production of child nutrition and training in the basics of proper nutrition took place at the Mongolian University of Science and Technology. At the opening ceremony, Deputy Minister of Education Gantulga Donorov emphasized the importance of proper nutrition and educational work in this area for the healthy development of children. He noted that this center will become a key institution for training specialists

25.03.2026, 13:16
Local news

Private companies employed about 20,000 Kyrgyz citizens abroad in a year

In 2025, 5,500 people left through the Center for Employment of Citizens Abroad, while 19,500 found jobs through private employment agencies (PEAs). This was reported by Esenbek Ergeshov, head of the labor migration department of this Center, on the air of "Birinchi Radio." According to the International Organization for Migration, in 2025, a total of 170,000 citizens of Kyrgyzstan left the country.

25.03.2026, 13:15
Four Children Without a Father: The Wife of the Murdered Man in Kara-Balta Demands Justice
Incidents

Four Children Without a Father: The Wife of the Murdered Man in Kara-Balta Demands Justice

The wife of the murdered man, who died in Kara-Balta, has appealed to the editorial office of 24.kg with a call to law enforcement agencies. She insists on the need for an objective investigation and demands the enforcement of legality during the investigation. According to the woman, her husband became a victim of a brutal crime. She reported that the suspect attempted to conceal his actions by burying the body in a garden, where it remained for two days.

25.03.2026, 13:15
Exclusive

Trucks Stuck at the Border: Carriers in Kazakhstan are Losing Money

This material is prepared by K-News. To use the text or its fragments, the consent of the K-News editorial team is required. In Kazakhstan, there is a continuing growth in the volume of freight transportation by road; however, participants in this sector note the presence of serious systemic problems that hinder the development of the industry and do not allow for the full utilization of the country's transit potential, as reported by inbusiness.kz.

25.03.2026, 13:11
Exclusive

The Export Development Council of Kyrgyzstan Discussed a Project for Reimbursing Transport and Logistics Costs for Exporters

The material was prepared by K-News. Copying or partial use is only possible with the permission of the editorial office. At the meeting of the Export Development Council, chaired by Daniyar Amangeldiev, the First Deputy Prime Minister of Kyrgyzstan, the main task was to formulate practical solutions to increase the country's export potential and optimize conditions for local businesses.

25.03.2026, 13:09
Incidents

Municipal ZIL was driving in the bus lane. Patrol officers penalized the special vehicle driver with 16 fines.

In Bishkek, patrol police held accountable a driver of a ZIL truck, who worked for the municipal enterprise "Bishkek Trolleybus Management" and violated traffic rules. This information was announced on March 25 by the press service of the Patrol Police. The violation was recorded on video, which became popular on social media: the footage shows the ZIL vehicle moving in the opposite direction in a lane designated for public transport on Moscow Street.

25.03.2026, 13:08
Ecology

In Naryn, it is currently +7°C. Current weather in the cities of Kyrgyzstan

As of March 25, in Bishkek, the air temperature at 11:00, according to Open-Meteo data, is +15°C. The wind is calm, blowing from the northeast at a speed of 2 m/s, with gusts reaching 5 m/s. The weather conditions are clear. Regarding other cities, in Naryn, the air temperature is recorded at +7°C. Here, the wind is also calm, northeast, at a speed of 1 m/s and gusts up to 3 m/s. Variable cloudiness is observed.

25.03.2026, 13:06
Ecology

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From March 24 to 28, unstable weather conditions are forecasted in the mountainous regions of Kyrgyzstan. According to Kyrgyzhydromet, this may lead to snow avalanches, snow drifts, and the formation of ice on several roads. The most dangerous sections are located on the following routes:

24.03.2026, 13:41
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Bezos Wants to Buy Factories for $100 Billion and Modernize Them with AI

The material was prepared by K-News. Copying or partial use is only possible with the permission of the K-News editorial office. To implement this initiative, it is planned to create a fund that will significantly modernize various traditional industries, including the aerospace industry, semiconductor manufacturing, and the defense sector. In size, it will be comparable to SoftBank's Vision Fund.

24.03.2026, 13:24
The Ministry of Health revealed how much experienced doctors will earn starting April 1.
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The Ministry of Health revealed how much experienced doctors will earn starting April 1.

Currently, the coefficient applied to the base salary of doctors is 2.4, which corresponds to an amount of 16,896 soms. As reported by Klara Oskonbaeva, head of the budget policy and financial analysis department of the Ministry of Health, during the program "Elden Sobol" of the Kabar agency, this coefficient will be increased to 3.85 starting April 1, which will result in a new base salary of 27,104 soms. She noted that additional financial incentives are provided for doctors with

24.03.2026, 13:13
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The situation with tuberculosis in Kyrgyzstan remains stable: although the incidence is decreasing, cases of the disease continue to be recorded. This was reported by Gulbara Ishenapysova, Deputy Minister of Health, at a recent press conference. According to her data, more than 3,800 cases of the disease are registered annually in the republic, with up to 200 people dying from this illness.

24.03.2026, 13:11
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Photo from news.un.org. The period from 2015 to 2025 has been the hottest 11 years on record In a new report by the World Meteorological Organization (WMO), it is noted that the global climate has entered a period of unprecedented instability. Greenhouse gas concentrations have reached record levels, oceans continue to warm actively, and ice cover is rapidly diminishing. According to the report, the years 2015–2025 have been the hottest in recorded history, and 2025 is likely to rank second or

24.03.2026, 13:03
Explosion rocked the refinery in Texas: a lockdown has been imposed in the surrounding area
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Explosion rocked the refinery in Texas: a lockdown has been imposed in the surrounding area

According to local authorities, after the explosion, the Port Arthur fire department urged residents in the western part of the city to stay home, closing windows and doors, in accordance with officials' recommendations. There are also reports of possible road restrictions in the areas of Highway 82 and Highway 87, which may affect traffic from other highways. Sheriff Zena Stevens noted that the cause of the explosion could have been an industrial heater. Fortunately, there is currently

24.03.2026, 12:59
Kyrgyzstan and CSCEC Consider Joint Projects
Economy

Kyrgyzstan and CSCEC Consider Joint Projects

Recently, Ravshanbek Sabirov, head of the National Investment Agency under the President of Kyrgyzstan, held a meeting with representatives of the China State Construction Engineering Corporation (CSCEC). The main topic of discussion was the prospects for joint implementation of various infrastructure and investment projects in the country.

24.03.2026, 12:57