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Measures of Punishment for Domestic Violence Named: From Community Service to Imprisonment
Local news / Exclusive

Measures of Punishment for Domestic Violence Named: From Community Service to Imprisonment

In the Criminal Code of the Kyrgyz Republic, there is a special article concerning responsibility for cases of domestic violence. This information was announced by Daniyar Saparbaev, head of the department for the prevention of domestic violence at the Ministry of Internal Affairs, during a broadcast on Birinchi Radio. According to him, domestic violence is divided into two main types: psychological and physical. For such offenses, the guilty party may face imprisonment for a term of 2 to 5

25.12.2025, 13:27
Nearly 22 Tons of Beef from Pakistan Not Allowed into Kyrgyzstan
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Nearly 22 Tons of Beef from Pakistan Not Allowed into Kyrgyzstan

At the checkpoint "Torugart," located in the Naryn region, a batch of beef weighing 21,800 kilograms, which arrived from Pakistan via China, was stopped. This information was announced by the Ministry of Agriculture of the Kyrgyz Republic. During the inspection conducted by border veterinary control inspectors, violations of veterinary and sanitary standards established by the Eurasian Economic Union were discovered. The accompanying veterinary documents did not meet the

25.12.2025, 13:23
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4 km in the Dark to School: Public Transport Requested to be Restored in Toktogul District

In the Call center Kaktus.media, inquiries have been received from residents of the village named after Elmirebek Imanaliyev, located in the Toktogul district. Local residents claim that the heavy snowfall has led to unplowed roads, which, in turn, has halted the operation of public transport that used to take children to school, located four kilometers from the village. Walking home, the children find it difficult to cover this distance late in the evening after classes.

25.12.2025, 13:20
Local news / Exclusive

Body cameras in online mode. How digitalization is changing the work of the State Traffic Safety Inspectorate

The Main Department of Internal Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic has reported on the implementation of digital technologies that are changing the daily work of its employees. According to the information, the department's staff have started using body cameras that have been provided for official purposes. This system is aimed at enhancing the safety of employees, improving the transparency of interactions with citizens, strengthening legality, and the quality of official activities.

25.12.2025, 13:19
Sadyr Japarov spoke at the IV People's Kurultai (text of the speech)
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Sadyr Japarov spoke at the IV People's Kurultai (text of the speech)

Today, December 25, the President of Kyrgyzstan, Sadyr Japarov, addressed the people, the deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh, and the participants of the IV People's Kurultai, discussing the current state of affairs in the country and the main directions for development. Before the start of the Kurultai meeting, the President familiarized himself with the tapestry "Ulut demi — Unguzhol" (The Spirit of the People — Its Original Path), symbolizing the unity and harmony of the

25.12.2025, 13:17
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A delegate at the Kurultai proposed initiatives for the development of the Kadamjai district, including irrigation, gas supply, and changing the status of the nature reserve.

- At the IV People's Kurultai, held on December 25, the delegate from the Kadamjai district of the Batken region, Zharkynaly Abdiramitov, presented a number of proposals aimed at improving the socio-economic situation in the region. He emphasized the importance of irrigation activities and made the following proposals:

25.12.2025, 13:13
How much does a New Year tree cost, how to choose it, and what is important to know
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How much does a New Year tree cost, how to choose it, and what is important to know

Photo 24.kg With the beginning of December comes the time to prepare for the New Year, and one of the first steps is choosing a tree. We went to stores and tree markets to find out how much this important holiday attribute costs this year. The minimum price for artificial trees is about 4,000 soms, while live trees start at 5,000 soms. Over the year, prices have increased by approximately 20-30 percent, and sometimes the difference between live and artificial options becomes insignificant.

25.12.2025, 13:13
Incidents

In the Alamudun District, the environment has suffered damage amounting to 7.1 million soms

The Prosecutor's Office of the Alamudun District in the Chui Region conducted an inspection of enterprises engaged in the production of sand and gravel mixture in the village of Kara-Zhyach. This was reported by the press service of the General Prosecutor's Office. According to available information, the companies OsOO "S.", "AKP", "JKD", and "AP" discharged contaminated wastewater onto the ground without prior filtration and treatment, which

25.12.2025, 12:59
22 tons of fish feed from Turkey not allowed into Kyrgyzstan
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22 tons of fish feed from Turkey not allowed into Kyrgyzstan

According to the results of the inspection, the inspectors of the Public Veterinary and Phytosanitary Control Service "Ak-Tilek" prepared the necessary return acts, as a result of which the cargo was not allowed to be imported into the territory of Kyrgyzstan and was sent back to Turkey through the same checkpoint. During the inspection of the goods conducted by the inspectors, violations were discovered, which became the reason for the return of the cargo.

25.12.2025, 12:57
Local news

Sadyr Japarov: Salaries of teachers and doctors will be increased not by 50%, but by 100%

On December 25, at the IV People's Kurultai, President Sadyr Japarov announced the decision to increase the salaries of teachers and doctors by a full 100% starting from April 1, 2026. The president emphasized the importance of the professional activities of teachers, who shape the future of the country, and doctors, who care for the health of the nation. He also pointed out the existing manifestations of disrespect and aggression towards these professions in society.

25.12.2025, 12:56
Local news

Nurlanbek Turgunbek Uulu is concerned that schoolchildren are writing essays using AI

At the People's Kurultai, Speaker of the Jogorku Kenesh Nurlanbek Turgunbek uulu raised the issue of the dangers that artificial intelligence poses to the educational system. Previously, Kyrgyz citizens were concerned about the increasing presence of artificial elements in their lives, including food products. Now, a new threat has emerged — artificial intelligence.

25.12.2025, 12:54
Local news

Sadyr Japarov: No tradition can justify violence against women

Speaking before the delegates, the president noted that in recent years there has been an increase in cases of violence against women and children, which raises deep concern. Sadyr Japarov pointed out that a society that allows violence against the weak cannot be considered civilized.

25.12.2025, 12:53
Economy

A new milk processing workshop has opened in the Naryn region.

In the Ak-Talinsky district, in the village of Kara-Burgen, a new dairy enterprise has been opened. This information was provided by the press service of the Ministry of Water Management and Agriculture of the Kyrgyz Republic. The project was implemented with the support of the Regional Development Fund, which helped organize the purchase of milk from local residents and establish the production of high-quality dairy products. A total of 30 million soms was allocated for the construction.

25.12.2025, 12:51
Economy

After the salary increase, some teachers and doctors will start earning 90,000 soms.

At the People's Kurultai on December 25, President Sadyr Japarov presented information about the salaries of teachers and doctors, which will take effect on April 1, 2026. According to him, the current average salary for teachers is approximately 26,000 soms, and after adjustments, it will rise to 52,000 soms. The amount of earnings will depend on experience, workload, education, and the region in which the educator works.

25.12.2025, 12:49
Local news / Exclusive

"Frosty Steam" Over Lake Issyk-Kul Seen by Residents of Tyup District

In the Issyk-Kul region, in the village of Issyk-Kul (Mayak), a unique natural phenomenon has occurred, which local residents associate with the cold winter weather. They reported that steam has formed over the lake, creating a fog effect. According to the residents, this phenomenon is observed every year in the middle of winter. “The depth of the lake here exceeds 700 meters, and therefore, the water temperature remains quite warm. With a sharp change in weather, steam begins to form above the

25.12.2025, 12:49
The International Documentary Film Festival on Human Rights Took Place in Kyrgyzstan
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The International Documentary Film Festival on Human Rights Took Place in Kyrgyzstan

The festival, organized in partnership with the Ombudsman Institute of the Kyrgyz Republic, is a unique platform in Central Asia for promoting human rights and fundamental freedoms through art. This year was particularly significant as the festival coincided with the 80th anniversary of the United Nations and the 50th anniversary of the adoption of the Helsinki Final Act of 1975, which laid the foundation for international security and respect for human rights. The opening ceremony featured a

25.12.2025, 12:49
Mars Sariyev: The Kurultai Strengthens the Political Foundation of Power with Support from the People
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Mars Sariyev: The Kurultai Strengthens the Political Foundation of Power with Support from the People

Political scientist Mars Sariev, in his comment for IA "Kabar," emphasized that the People's Kurultai plays an important role in strengthening and consolidating the political system of Kyrgyzstan. This institution of popular representation finds support and trust among citizens and is capable of effectively interacting with the authorities to address various issues. Sariev noted that a system is forming in the country that resembles a bicameral representation. While the Jogorku

25.12.2025, 12:46
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Schoolchildren and students use artificial intelligence for the most ordinary tasks instead of their own minds and education, - says the speaker of the Parliament.

As of today, artificial intelligence poses the greatest threat, noted the speaker of the Jogorku Kenesh, Nurlanbek Turgunbek uulu, in his speech at the fourth people's kurultai on December 25. In his opinion, the rapid integration of technology into people's daily lives raises serious concerns. Turgunbek uulu emphasized the need for the development of new technologies and innovations, as well as the importance of taking precautionary measures to minimize potential harm from artificial

25.12.2025, 12:40
Incidents

Ombudsman on the murder of a woman by her ex-husband: Alcohol is an aggravating factor

Jamila Jamambaeva, the Ombudsman of the Kyrgyz Republic, emphasizes the importance of a systematic approach to preventing violence against women and calls on government agencies to strengthen relevant measures. The situation has gained particular relevance following the murder of 47-year-old U. Zh., a mother of three, which compels the Ombudsman to demand more prompt responses from law enforcement to reports of domestic violence.

25.12.2025, 12:38
Naryn will purchase additional special equipment with saved funds
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Naryn will purchase additional special equipment with saved funds

The mayor of Naryn, Zhaynak Nemat uulu, signed an agreement with the official dealer of the factory in Kyrgyzstan for the purchase of ten units of specialized and municipal equipment. The purchase will be made using 30.5 million soms saved from the 230 million soms allocated from the presidential stabilization fund for the acquisition of buses and the improvement of the material and technical base of municipal services. The savings were achieved through the adjustment of costs and coordination

25.12.2025, 12:38
A New Legionnaire from Russia Joins the Kyrgyzstan National Freestyle Wrestling Team
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A New Legionnaire from Russia Joins the Kyrgyzstan National Freestyle Wrestling Team

Malik Shavaev, who has become a new member of the Kyrgyzstan national team in freestyle wrestling, was born on June 21, 1996, and represents the Spartak sports club from Nalchik. At the recent national championship, he won a gold medal in the weight category up to 86 kg, achieving four consecutive victories starting from the round of 16. In the final match, he defeated Muhammad Abdullaev, who is the leader of the Kyrgyzstan national team in this weight category, reports "Sport

25.12.2025, 12:35
Local news

A hundred years of this has not happened: the president was proposed to be awarded the highest honor

At the IV People's Kurultai, taking place in Bishkek, the delegate from Batken, Abdrakhmanov, proposed awarding President Sadyr Japarov the highest honor of Kyrgyzstan. “We are all witnesses to the work being done by the head of state. What achievements have been made in our country over the past hundred years? If we truly value this, we should consider the issue of awarding him,” he noted.

25.12.2025, 12:30
Economy

In Russia, a cleanup of the market from questionable imports has begun: the import of toys from Kyrgyzstan is banned.

In Russia, an active import inspection has begun, aimed at eliminating questionable goods. For the first time, Rosakkreditatsiya has suspended the validity of certificates issued by the countries of the Eurasian Union, raising doubts about the quality of toys, children's clothing, and footwear coming from Kyrgyzstan. This was reported by Antonina Tsitsulina, president of the Association of Children's Goods Industry Enterprises. According to Tsitsulina, this measure has long been

25.12.2025, 12:30
Internet fraud of 6.5 million soms. A suspect was detained in Bishkek.
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Internet fraud of 6.5 million soms. A suspect was detained in Bishkek.

In Bishkek, police officers arrested a suspect in a large-scale internet fraud case. This was reported by the press service of the Main Department of Internal Affairs of the capital. A resident of the Pervomaisky district approached the local internal affairs department with a complaint, stating that fraudsters, posing as employees of one of the mobile operators, deceitfully took her money amounting to 6 million 500 thousand soms.

25.12.2025, 12:29
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Threat to Arable Lands: The Chu River Area Needs Bank Reinforcement Works

The section of the Chu River in the rural district of Tömönkü-Chuy, with a length of 44.292 km, urgently needs bank reinforcement. The total length of the river is 53 km, of which a significant part—44.292 km—requires reinforcement work. Currently, bank protection measures have only been carried out on a section of 8.708 km.

25.12.2025, 12:28
Local news

Sadyr Japarov on the situation on the roads: We are losing people in traffic accidents as if in a war

During his speech at the IV People's Kurultai, the President of Kyrgyzstan, Sadyr Japarov, emphasized that the level of road traffic accidents in the country has reached a critical point, requiring serious attention. He noted that as a result of accidents, the country is losing people just as it does in war. According to the head of state, one of the reasons for this situation is corruption in driving schools that existed in the past. "I am forced to say an unpleasant truth: road

25.12.2025, 12:26
Starting April 1, 2026, the salaries of teachers and medical workers in Kyrgyzstan will be increased by an average of 100%.
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Starting April 1, 2026, the salaries of teachers and medical workers in Kyrgyzstan will be increased by an average of 100%.

The President emphasized that there are often cases of disrespect and even aggression towards teachers and medical professionals in society. He noted: "A teacher shapes the future of the nation, and a doctor is the guardian of health and life. We must restore the status and authority of these two crucial professions." In this regard, a decision was made to significantly increase their salaries. Initially, a 50% salary increase was planned; however, after analyzing financial

25.12.2025, 12:22
Local news

Children of the woman shot in Bishkek will receive psychological assistance

In connection with the murder of 47-year-old U.Zh., who was the mother of three children, the Ombudsman of Kyrgyzstan, Jamila Jamambaeva, called on law enforcement agencies to respond quickly to all reports of domestic violence and take necessary measures. “A mother of three lost her life on her birthday at the hands of her ex-husband. This tragic situation once again highlights that women and girls in our country are still not adequately protected. This makes it difficult for them to escape

25.12.2025, 12:21