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Local news

Unfinished repairs and dirt on the road. Officials in Kanta received remarks.

Azamat Osmonov, the authorized representative of the president in the Chui region, visited the Youth Alley in Kant following appeals from local residents. This information was received from the president's office. Residents of the city expressed dissatisfaction that the repairs to the roadway and sidewalks remain unfinished, resulting in the pedestrian area being in poor condition. Following an inspection, Osmonov instructed the mayor of Kant to promptly complete the restoration of the

16.12.2025, 19:45
Incidents

The driver of the car started a fight in the bus cabin

The incident occurred on Chuy Avenue, at the intersection with Gogol Street. The driver of a passenger car blocked the bus's access to the stop, which caused a conflict between them. In the footage from the video camera, the bus driver, finding himself in a difficult position, began to honk and stopped behind the passenger car. In response, the driver of the passenger car entered the bus and attacked the public transport driver, presumably believing that he was trying to damage his vehicle.

16.12.2025, 19:45
Local news

Qualification Affects Salary. Deputy Minister of Labor of the KR on Migrants' Incomes

In Bishkek, events were held dedicated to the International Migrants Day. The initiator was the Center for Employment of Citizens Abroad, which operates under the Ministry of Labor, Social Security, and Migration of Kyrgyzstan. Deputy Minister of Labor Bakyt Darmankul uulu emphasized the importance of safe and legal labor migration and highlighted the role of private employment agencies in protecting the rights of workers and ensuring their employment opportunities abroad.

16.12.2025, 19:44
Local news

30 Years of the Sarychat-Eertash State Nature Reserve

In the Jeti-Oguz district of the Issyk-Kul region, a ceremonial event was held in the village of Barskoon to celebrate the thirtieth anniversary of the Sarychat-Eertash State Nature Reserve. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Natural Resources. The reserve, covering an area of 149,117.9 hectares, is located at an altitude of 5,000 meters above sea level.

16.12.2025, 19:40
Local news

Kyrgyzstan Prepares Report on the Comprehensive Guarantees Agreement with the IAEA

A seminar dedicated to international nuclear safeguards for the delegation of the Kyrgyz Republic was held in Vienna, the capital of Austria. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Natural Resources. According to the information from the ministry, the event was organized by the Department of State Regulation in the Field of Environmental Protection and Ecological Safety of Kyrgyzstan with the support of the U.S. Department of Energy and the U.S. National Nuclear Security

16.12.2025, 19:40
Exclusive

In 2026, it is allowed to import 15,000 electric vehicles into Kyrgyzstan duty-free.

- In 2026, residents of Kyrgyzstan will be able to import up to 15,000 electric vehicles without paying customs duties, reports the State Customs Service of the KR. This decision was made at a meeting of the Eurasian Intergovernmental Council held on December 11, 2025, where issues of cooperation among EAEU countries were discussed. Previously, Kyrgyzstan had a quota of 10,000 electric vehicles. The exemption from duties applies to "pure electric vehicles" (code 8703 80 000 3 of the

16.12.2025, 19:38
A boarding house is planned to be built for the temporary accommodation of parents of children with cancer.
Local news

A boarding house is planned to be built for the temporary accommodation of parents of children with cancer.

The Acting Minister of Health of Kyrgyzstan, Kanibek Dosmambetov, conducted an unexpected inspection at the pediatric oncology department of the National Center for Maternal and Child Health. It was reported that during the visit he familiarized himself with the treatment process, the state of medical infrastructure, the drug supply system, and the work of support services. The minister also held discussions with the parents of patients, addressing current and systemic issues at the moment.

16.12.2025, 19:33
What Changes Await Pediatric Oncology in Bishkek (List)
Health / Exclusive

What Changes Await Pediatric Oncology in Bishkek (List)

In Bishkek, the Acting Minister of Health Kanibek Dosmambetov unexpectedly visited the pediatric oncology department of the National Center for Maternal and Child Health. During the meeting with the parents of children suffering from cancer, he discussed key issues concerning the families of patients. As a result of this visit, Dosmambetov issued a number of specific directives for the leadership of the NCMMH and other relevant departments of the Ministry of Health.

16.12.2025, 19:29
Local news

Credit Agreement Signed for the Construction of the China – Kyrgyzstan – Uzbekistan Railway

At the signing ceremony of the loan agreement concerning the financing of the construction of the China-Kyrgyzstan-Uzbekistan railway, Bakyt Torobaev, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry, was present. The document was signed between the LLC "China-Kyrgyzstan-Uzbekistan Railway Company," representing the joint project company, and a syndicate of banks from China, which includes the State Development Bank and the Export-Import Bank.

16.12.2025, 19:17
Officials punished for price gouging on coal in Ak-Tal
Local news

Officials punished for price gouging on coal in Ak-Tal

This information is provided by the press service of the State Committee for National Security. According to the received data, employees of the State Committee for National Security (GKNB), together with representatives of the Naryn regional department of the antimonopoly service and workers from the Naryn city administration, detained six trucks loaded with coal from the "Kara-Keche" deposit. A total of 108 tons of coal was planned to be sold in Naryn at a price of 6,000 soms per

16.12.2025, 19:10
Local news

Free Wi-Fi Spots Appear in Naryn

In the city of Naryn, a free Wi-Fi network has been implemented, as reported by the local mayor's office press service. According to the information received, internet access is available in 16 different locations.

16.12.2025, 19:10
Local news

In Turkmenistan, the play "The White Steamship" based on the story by Aitmatov was presented

The State Musical and Dramatic Theater named after Seyitnazar Seydi, located in the Lebap velayat, has concluded the Week of Foreign Drama. This is reported by the news resource Turkmenportal. As part of the event, audiences were presented with works by outstanding playwrights from fraternal countries. Among the plays showcased were such works as "The White Steamship" based on the novella by Chinghiz Aitmatov (Kyrgyzstan), "The Mother-in-Law" by Nazim Musazadeh (Azerbaijan),

16.12.2025, 19:09
Local news

Events dedicated to International Migrants Day took place in Bishkek

On December 16, events dedicated to the International Migrants Day took place in Bishkek, as reported by the press service of the Ministry of Labor, Social Protection, and Migration. During the event, Deputy Minister Bakyt Darmankul uulu emphasized the importance of safe and legal labor migration, as well as the role of private employment agencies in this process. According to the deputy minister, migrants are not just an economic category; they are people with destinies, and the state bears

16.12.2025, 19:05
The Bishkek City Hall allocated funds for the operation of young singer Nasiyat Bekmyrzaeva.
Local news

The Bishkek City Hall allocated funds for the operation of young singer Nasiyat Bekmyrzaeva.

Photo courtesy of the Bishkek City Hall press service During the traditional event of lighting the New Year tree, Aibek Junushaliev handed a monetary certificate to Nasiyat Bekmyrzaeva, received from the reserve fund of the Bishkek City Hall. These funds will be used for the corneal transplant operation for both eyes of the girl. This information was announced by the municipality's press service. Nasiyat, a student of art school No. 5 and a boarding school for children with visual

16.12.2025, 18:59
Incidents

Road conflict in Bishkek ended with a five-day arrest

In the Sverdlovsk district of Bishkek, an incident related to a road conflict was recorded, which escalated into aggressive actions. Relevant information was entered into the log of the district's Internal Affairs Department. According to information from the police, a 29-year-old citizen named A.K. was taken to the Investigative Service of the Internal Affairs Department. After conducting a preliminary investigation, the case materials were transferred to the Public Security Service,

16.12.2025, 18:56
Sports

The Kyrgyzstan national team became the champion of Asia in gymkhana.

As a result of the 2025 season, the national team of Kyrgyzstan won first place in the overall standings of the Asia Auto Gymkhana Championship, scoring 114 points. The second place on the podium was taken by the team from Taiwan, while the bronze medals went to representatives from India.

16.12.2025, 18:52
Local news / Exclusive

In the city of Osh, the school was cleared of illegal constructions after a raid.

On the territory of the Salizhan Zhigitov School in Osh, illegal structures have been dismantled and the area has been fenced off. According to information from local authorities, new gates have been installed at the entrance to the educational institution, and nighttime lighting has been organized. This initiative aims to enhance the safety of students and adapt the school's infrastructure to modern standards. In addition, all furniture in the classrooms, including desks and chairs, has

16.12.2025, 18:52
International Migrants Day Celebrated in Bishkek
Local news / Exclusive

International Migrants Day Celebrated in Bishkek

The event dedicated to International Migrants Day was held in Bishkek. The organizer of this event was the Employment Center for Citizens Abroad under the Ministry of Labor of the Kyrgyz Republic. The Deputy Minister of Labor, Social Security, and Migration, Bakyt Darmankul uulu, emphasized the importance of safe and legal migration, as well as the role of private employment agencies in this process.

16.12.2025, 18:50
Local news

The plots at Issyk-Kul have been returned to the state

According to the results of the inspection of compliance with land legislation of the Kyrgyz Republic, conducted by the prosecutor's office of the Jetii-Oguz district, it was established that there are land plots with a total area of 2.4 hectares in the Barskoon rural administration of the Jetii-Oguz district that were unlawfully transferred into private hands.

16.12.2025, 18:49
Local news / Exclusive

Medications, Tests. Acting Minister of Health Issued Instructions After Visit to Children's Oncology

According to the information from the Ministry of Health's press service, during his visit, Dosmambetov familiarized himself with the state of the treatment process, infrastructure, and the system of providing medications, as well as held a meeting with parents to discuss pressing issues. As a result of this visit, a decision was made to create a commission that will conduct a comprehensive analysis of the work of the Department of Pharmaceuticals and the state enterprise

16.12.2025, 18:41
Local news

Climber Eduard Kubatov met with cadets of the GKNB Academy

On December 15, a meeting took place between Eduard Kubatov, the president of the Federation of Mountaineering and Rock Climbing, as well as a veteran of national security agencies, with cadets and officers of the GKNB Academy, as reported by the press service of the Committee. During this event, Kubatov shared his achievements in the field of mountaineering and his experience in national security service. In addition, he donated his book titled "My Everest" to the Academy's

16.12.2025, 18:36
Exclusive

In Bishkek, a residential complex with 1,281 apartments up to 34 stories high will be built.

The head of the government, Adylbek Kasymaliev, participated in the ceremonial laying of the capsule, dedicated to the start of construction of several residential complexes in Bishkek. The project is being handled by the JSC "State Mortgage Company". At the opening ceremony of the "Tian-Shan Bermeti" complex, Kasymaliev noted the significant growth of the construction sector in the country and expressed hope that the new facilities would serve as an important stimulus for

16.12.2025, 18:23
In Bishkek, they are searching for 74-year-old Duyshenbek Koichumanov
Incidents

In Bishkek, they are searching for 74-year-old Duyshenbek Koichumanov

In the capital of Kyrgyzstan, Bishkek, a 74-year-old Duyshenbek Koichumanov is being sought. This information was provided by the Lenin District Department of Internal Affairs. It has become known that a local resident, A. A., turned to law enforcement for help in searching for her father, Duyshenbek Akhmatbekovich Koichumanov, who was born in 1951. He left his home on Zhal-23 Street on December 13 at 09:35 and has not returned since. Features: slender build, approximately 160 cm tall, gray

16.12.2025, 18:19
Local news / Exclusive

Our People Abroad: A Girl from Uzgen Moved to China and is Raising 5 Children There

Turmush continues to introduce readers to Kyrgyzstani people who have found a new life beyond their country's borders. This time, the focus is on 34-year-old Aigerim Sarykova, who lives with her family in Guangzhou, a well-known Chinese city where winter does not come. Aigerim grew up in the Uzgen district of the Osh region and graduated from Osh State University with a degree in international relations and public service. She is the eldest of three children in her family and has two

16.12.2025, 18:16
Exclusive

Rosselkhoznadzor inspected 548 tons of vegetables and fruits from Kyrgyzstan

- From December 8 to 14, 2025, at the multilateral automobile checkpoint "Petukhovo" (Kurgan Region), inspectors from the Ural Interregional Directorate of Rosselkhoznadzor, working together with border guards and customs representatives, checked 38 trucks transporting over 548 tons of vegetables, fruits, and flowers from Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, and China. Of the total number of vehicles, 36 were loaded in Kazakhstan, and 2 in Kyrgyzstan. The products were being transported in transit

16.12.2025, 18:16
In the world

UN calls for the use of artificial intelligence in the fight against corruption

In Doha (Qatar), the largest anti-corruption conference in the world has begun, where participants called for the use of the latest technologies in the fight against corruption and highlighted its connection to organized crime. This was reported by the UN News Service. More than 2,500 delegates from 170 countries are participating in the 11th session of the conference.

16.12.2025, 18:15
Nostradamus' Prophecies for 2026: King Donald Trump, the Decline of the West, Widespread War, and AI
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Nostradamus' Prophecies for 2026: King Donald Trump, the Decline of the West, Widespread War, and AI

As 2026 approaches, interpretations of Nostradamus' prophecies resurface, provoking both interest and concern about the future. According to Euronews, experts predict ecological disasters, financial troubles, shifts in the world order, and the development of artificial intelligence. Typically, the predictions of Michel Nostradamus become particularly relevant as the end of the year approaches. The famous French astrologer and seer of the 16th century, Nostradamus, has long been associated

16.12.2025, 18:11
Exclusive

The Supreme Court reviewed the lawsuits of Dzholdoshova and Kadyralieva regarding the elections

Today, December 16, the panel of the Supreme Court of the Kyrgyz Republic reviewed the lawsuits from two female candidates for deputies — Yrgal Kadyralieva from district No. 9 and Zhyldyzkan Zholdoshova from district No. 8. These lawsuits were filed earlier in response to the decisions made by the Bishkek Administrative Court. As a result of the cassation appeals, the court decided to uphold the ruling of the previous instance — the Bishkek Administrative Court.

16.12.2025, 18:10
Exclusive

At the Altai border, 183 tons of products from Kyrgyzstan, Kazakhstan, and Afghanistan were returned

From December 1 to 14, 2025, inspectors from the Rosselkhoznadzor for Altai Krai and the Republic of Altai conducted checks on 160 vehicles at the Russian-Kazakh border, which were transporting approximately 2,900 tons of quarantine products that pose a high phytosanitary risk. The inspected goods included vegetables, fruits, grains, and plants. During this inspection, numerous violations were discovered. For instance, 45 tons of fresh cabbage from Kyrgyzstan and onions from Kazakhstan were

16.12.2025, 18:02
The Acting Head of the Ministry of Health Visited the Children's Oncology Department. What Changes Are Expected
Health / Exclusive

The Acting Head of the Ministry of Health Visited the Children's Oncology Department. What Changes Are Expected

Today, December 16, 2025, Kanibek Dosmambetov, the acting Minister of Health of the Kyrgyz Republic, made an unscheduled visit to the children's oncology department of the National Center for Maternal and Child Health. This was reported by the Ministry of Health. During his visit, Kanibek Dosmambetov familiarized himself with the organization of the treatment process, the state of the infrastructure, the system of providing medications, and the work of auxiliary services. He also held a

16.12.2025, 17:53
Why Many Mental Disorders May Be More Similar Than Previously Thought
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Why Many Mental Disorders May Be More Similar Than Previously Thought

The analysis of data on the DNA of more than six million people, among whom over a million had at least one mental disorder, showed that there are common genetic patterns that can explain many disorders. According to the World Health Organization, more than a billion people live with mental disorders. Andrew Grotzinger, an assistant professor of psychology and neuroscience at the University of Colorado, noted that modern diagnostic practices are based on clinical manifestations, which

16.12.2025, 17:52
Incidents

In Naryn, the sale of coal at inflated prices was prevented

The State Committee for National Security of the Kyrgyz Republic (SCNS KR), in cooperation with the antimonopoly service and local authorities in Naryn, conducted an operation aimed at preventing unjustified price increases for coal. On December 8, during joint actions, six trucks loaded with coal from the Kara-Keche deposit, weighing a total of 108 tons, were detained. The coal was intended to be sold in Naryn at an inflated price of 6000 soms per ton.

16.12.2025, 17:48
Where in Bishkek Students Learn to Code and Teachers Learn to Understand Neural Networks
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Where in Bishkek Students Learn to Code and Teachers Learn to Understand Neural Networks

While discussions about the impact of artificial intelligence on the programming profession continue, there is a growing interest in quality technical education in Kyrgyzstan. This applies to both university students and schoolchildren who are just beginning their educational journey. Yandex Kyrgyzstan has announced a new strategy for its social initiatives, which will allow parents and educators to learn that programming and modern technology education is available free of charge.

16.12.2025, 17:46
Exclusive

The Jetty-Oguz Prosecutor's Office uncovered the illegal transfer of 2.4 hectares of agricultural land.

- The Prosecutor's Office of the Jetiy-Oguz District, conducting an inspection of compliance with land legislation, discovered that agricultural land plots totaling 2.4 hectares in the Barskoon rural municipality had been transferred to citizens without legal grounds. This information was announced by the press service of the General Prosecutor's Office of the Kyrgyz Republic. It is reported that the value of the returned plots amounted to 27.55 million soms, and they were returned to

16.12.2025, 17:39
Local news / Exclusive

In the Jeti-Oguz District, a local resident discovered and handed over a sick swan chick to the police.

On December 16, in the village of Darkan, located in the Jeti-Oguz district, local resident Bektemir Baktybek uulu noticed a sick swan chick while drawing water from a spring on the shore of the lake. Upon discovering the chick, he immediately notified the tourist-ecological police service of the Internal Affairs Department of the Issyk-Kul region and handed over the chick to the officers.

16.12.2025, 17:35
Local news

Resident of the 7th Microdistrict Requests Installation of a New Public Transport Stop

In the Call center Kaktus.media, a local resident reached out to them. She said: "I live opposite the dental clinic on Zhukeeva-Pudovkina Street. To get home from the Orto-Sai market, I need to get to the turn on A. Masaliev Street (Southern Highway), and then walk down to my house. The last stop is near the university on Samanchina Street, and the distance between the stops is quite large. Could you consider the possibility of installing a new public transport stop here?"

16.12.2025, 17:32
Exclusive

At the President's Administration, the project of the General Plan for Bishkek until 2050 was discussed

The Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers, Adylbek Kasymaliev, held a meeting to discuss the General Plan for the development of the city of Bishkek until 2050. This information was provided by the government’s press service. At the beginning of the meeting, Kasymaliev emphasized that this General Plan is a fundamental strategic document that will determine long-term socio-economic and territorial changes in the capital. He noted that the high interest of the public in the project indicates the

16.12.2025, 17:31
Exclusive

The office of VML_KG has been sealed: The city police department of Osh reported 15 complaints from citizens

In the city of Osh, 15 people fell victim to fraudsters over the course of four days. The largest amount of damage amounted to 618,000 soms. According to information from the Internal Affairs Department of the city of Osh, from December 12 to 16, 2025, 15 complaints were received by law enforcement agencies from citizens regarding the actions of the company "VML_KG".

16.12.2025, 17:25