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Winners of the shooting tournament among special forces for the "Chairman's Cup of the GKNB" have been determined. Photos

On December 11 and 12, a tournament in automatic weapon shooting and practical shooting was held, organized among special units of law enforcement agencies, dedicated to the fight for the "Chairman's Cup of the State National Security Committee-2025." The event featured 115 shooters representing 23 teams from various agencies, including the State National Security Committee (GKNB), the Ministry of Defense, SOBR, PSN, and the internal troops of the Ministry of Internal Affairs. A

12.12.2025, 18:03
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The Gapar Aitiev Museum of Fine Arts Celebrates Its 90th Anniversary. Photos

On December 11, a solemn celebration of the 90th anniversary of the National Museum of Fine Arts named after Gapar Aitiev took place, as reported by the press service of the Ministry of Culture. Among the guests of the event were representatives of culture and art, including the Minister of Culture, Information and Youth Policy Mirbek Mambetaliev, the Ambassador of Hungary Sandor Dorogi, the Chairman of the Union of Artists of Kyrgyzstan Jakshybek Junushev, and the former director of the museum

12.12.2025, 12:28
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Sadyr Japarov visited the building of the National Television and Radio Corporation after major reconstruction. Photos

President Sadyr Japarov visited the renovated building of the National Television and Radio Broadcasting Corporation (NTRC) on December 8. According to the press service of the head of state, during the visit he was informed about the condition of the administrative building of the NTRC, located at 57 Young Guard Boulevard, as well as the state of the studio and technical facilities built at different times. All these facilities had long been in poor condition due to insufficient funding and

08.12.2025, 21:22
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The Ombudsman presented a report at the V meeting of the CIS Human Rights Commission in Minsk. Photo

The V meeting of the Human Rights Commission of the Commonwealth of Independent States took place in Minsk, where the ombudsman of Kyrgyzstan, Jamila Dzhamanbaeva, presented a report on "The Implementation of the Right to a Clean, Healthy, and Sustainable Environment in the Context of Climate Change," as well as the results of the development of the Human Rights Compliance Index. This was reported by the secretariat of the akiykatchi. There were 14 items on the agenda, including

08.12.2025, 17:11
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In Bishkek, the International Volunteer Day was celebrated. Photo

On December 5, the first meeting of the Interagency Coordination Council dedicated to the development of volunteer activities took place in Bishkek, along with a ceremony to award volunteers. These events were organized in honor of International Volunteer Day, as reported by the press service of the Ministry of Culture. Deputy Minister of Culture, Information, and Youth Policy Marat Tagaev emphasized the importance of the participation of government bodies, civil society, and international

08.12.2025, 09:23
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Sadyr Japarov concluded his visit to Pakistan by participating in an investment dialogue and negotiations. Photo

One of the central moments of the visit was the president's participation in a business forum held in Islamabad. This event showcased investment opportunities in Kyrgyzstan, with an emphasis on expanding trade, economic, and investment cooperation between the two countries. About 80 representatives from various sectors participated in the forum, including pharmaceuticals, tourism, information technology, mining, healthcare, and logistics.

05.12.2025, 09:31
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In Bishkek, the Day of the Epic "Manas" was celebrated. Photo

On December 4, a solemn event dedicated to the Day of the Epic "Manas" took place in the Grand Hall of the National Philharmonic named after T. Satylganov, as reported by the press service of the Ministry of Culture. Among the participants were State Secretary Arslan Koychiev, Presidential Advisor Marat Imankulov, First Deputy Minister of Culture, Information, and Youth Policy Suunbek Nadyrbekov, as well as member of the Central Election Commission Suyunbek Kasmanbetov, storytellers,

04.12.2025, 16:44
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Update on another section of Aitmatov Avenue. What has changed? (photos, videos)

In anticipation of the visit of Russian President Vladimir Putin and the holding of the CSTO summit in Bishkek, the updated section of Aitmatov Avenue from I. Akhunbaev Street to A. Masaliev Avenue was opened for traffic. We examined how this area has changed. Absence of Stops and CrossingsLocal residents and social media users note that after the completion of the work, stops along the avenue have disappeared.

03.12.2025, 14:22
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At the Youth Theater, students staged the play "Katkeldi." Photo

On December 1, the premiere of the play "Katkeldi" took place at the Bakeyen Kydykeeva Young Spectator Theater, prepared by third-year students of the Theater Faculty of the Kyrgyz National University of Culture and Arts named after B. Beishenaliev. High-ranking guests attended the event, including the Minister of Culture, Information, and Youth Policy Mirbek Mambetaliev, the First Deputy Minister Soyuzbek Nadyrbekov, as well as the Rector of the National University of Culture and

03.12.2025, 09:59
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A scientific and practical conference on the epic "Manas" was held in Bishkek. Photo

On December 2, a scientific and practical conference titled “The Epic of Manas — a Source of Patriotic Education and a Key Tool of National Consciousness” was held in Bishkek. This information was provided by the National Theater "Manas". The event was organized by the Military Institute named after Kalynur Usenbekov and the National Theater "Manas".

03.12.2025, 09:17
How the new building of school No. 23 in Bishkek is being constructed. Photos
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How the new building of school No. 23 in Bishkek is being constructed. Photos

The Capital Construction Management reports on the progress of the project for the construction of the new building of School No. 23, located at: 281 Jibek Jolu Avenue. The building is expected to be three stories high and will include a basement. The total area of the structure will be 5,199.19 square meters, and the design capacity will accommodate 560 students. Construction of School No. 23 in Bishkek. Photo by the press service of the mayor's office. Construction of School No. 23 in

02.12.2025, 10:56
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In the city of Gwangju, the play "Semetey" was presented. Photo

On November 28, the premiere of the play "Semetey" took place at the National Center for Asian Culture, located in the Korean city of Gwangju. This bilingual performance, presented in Korean and Kyrgyz, was prepared by a creative team that brings together Korean and Kyrgyz artists and is executed in a modern format. According to the press service of the Ministry of Culture, the performance was attended by high-ranking guests, including the First Deputy Minister of Culture,

01.12.2025, 14:07
How Kyrgyzstanis Voted Abroad. Photos
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How Kyrgyzstanis Voted Abroad. Photos

Voting at 80 polling stations located in various countries concluded at midnight Bishkek time on December 1. These stations were situated in Russia, Turkey, the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Egypt, and Kuwait, as reported by the press service of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Kyrgyz citizens at polling stations abroad. Photo by the press service of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic. Kyrgyz citizens at polling stations abroad. Photo by the press service of the Ministry of

01.12.2025, 06:53
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Teenage girl lost a leg. Her mother blames the doctors (photo, video)

Indira (name changed), the mother of a 14-year-old girl named Aydai, reached out to Kaktus.media for help. She accuses the doctors of actions that led to the amputation of her daughter's leg and demands government intervention. A Difficult Path to Diagnosis On October 11 of last year, Aydai was hospitalized in the nephrology department of NCOMID with a diagnosis of "nephrotic syndrome." After two weeks of treatment, she was discharged.

28.11.2025, 11:48
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Employees of the Interior Ministry of the Osh Region Caught Red-Handed for Extortion (photos, videos)

Employees of the Interior Ministry of the Osh region were detained for extorting 300,000 soms. This information was provided by the press service of the State Committee for National Security (GKNB). During the investigation, it was revealed that Lieutenant Colonel of Police M. Zh. A., working in the permit system of the Department of Internal Affairs of the Aravan district, together with Major of Police S. A. Sh., an investigator from the Nookat district, extorted the specified amount from one

26.11.2025, 16:40
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What Happens Before Putin's Arrival at "Yntymak Ordo"? Photos

From November 25 to 27, Russian President Vladimir Putin is on a state visit to Kyrgyzstan. An official meeting with President Sadyr Japarov is scheduled for November 26. Before the arrival of the high-profile guests, the area around the building of the President's Administration was completely secured. The flags of Kyrgyzstan and Russia were raised on the flagpoles, and an honor guard and delegations of ministers from both countries were lined up, awaiting the presidents.

26.11.2025, 11:50
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A Cultural IT Center Opened in the City of Sulukta. Photo

On November 21, a ceremony was held in Sulyukt for the opening of a cultural center named after Ubada Saburova, a renowned public figure. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Culture. High-ranking guests attended the event, including Deputy Minister of Culture and Youth Policy Marat Tagaev, the presidential representative in the Batken region Aibek Shamenov, as well as the akim of the Leilek district Zhenishbek Asylbek and the mayor of Sulyukt Bolot Abdyjaparov. Also among

25.11.2025, 11:57
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A New Modern Early Diagnosis and Treatment Center for Cancer Diseases Opens in Bishkek. Video, Photos

A new medical center was opened in Bishkek, created by the Lokman Hekim healthcare group. This institution is focused on early diagnosis and effective treatment of oncological diseases. The new center is located at the National Center for Oncology and Hematology and is equipped with advanced technologies, including PET/CT (positron emission tomography combined with computed tomography). This method is an important tool for oncology diagnosis, as it allows for the detection of malignant tumors

24.11.2025, 13:24
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Energy Saving. What Bishkek Looks Like in the Evening (photos, videos)

According to new measures, street lighting is being turned off in many areas of Bishkek and on roads outside the central highways. This decision was made in response to the electricity shortage. What does nighttime Bishkek look like? Streets and Yards Without LightIn many places, shop signs and street lamps are turned off, although in some areas there was no lighting even before.

22.11.2025, 12:24
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An International Art Expo is Taking Place in Osh. Photo

In Osh, on November 12, the international exhibition Art Expo began, featuring nine countries from the CIS. This event serves as a cultural platform for uniting artists, folk art masters, designers, directors, and creative workers. According to the press service of the Ministry of Culture, folk masters from Armenia, Belarus, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, and Tajikistan have arrived for the exhibition.

14.11.2025, 15:29
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In Bishkek, a sex den for foreigners was raided. Photos

On November 12, the operation of an underground establishment functioning under the guise of a karaoke bar was terminated in Bishkek. This den provided intimate services exclusively for foreigners, according to information from the press service of the State Committee for National Security. It became known that the organizer of the illegal activity was the owner of the establishment, a citizen of another country named J. I. He was involved in selecting girls with a low level of social

13.11.2025, 12:10
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On Aitmatov Avenue, they are finishing burying the underground passage. Photo

Currently, almost the entire underpass has already been buried. Special equipment is carefully compacting the soil, layer by layer. One of the workers noted that only the final layer of soil remains to be distributed and compacted. On both sides, both to the east and to the west, the construction of entrances to the underground passage continues. On the eastern side, concrete blocks are already visible under the compacted soil, while on the west, workers are installing reinforcement to later

11.11.2025, 14:36
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Who Did the Central Election Commission Refuse to Register as Candidates for the Jogorku Kenesh? Photos, Names

The Central Election Commission has completed the candidate registration process for the elections of deputies to the Jogorku Kenesh. As a result, 467 individuals have been registered, including 276 men and 191 women. The CEC received 589 applications from citizens across 30 electoral districts, where three deputies will be elected. 67 applications were withdrawn, and 55 candidates were denied registration due to non-compliance with the election legislation requirements.

10.11.2025, 13:08
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At the IZO Museum, an exhibition by Duyshobek Iskakov titled "Painting. Graphics. Poster" has opened. Photo

On November 6, a personal exhibition of the talented artist Duyshobek Isakov titled "Painting. Graphics. Poster" was launched at the Kyrgyz National Museum of Fine Arts named after Gapar Aitiev. According to the press service of the Ministry of Culture, Information, and Youth Policy, the opening event was attended by Deputy Minister Marat Tagaev, as well as representatives of the artistic community, art historians, and active citizens.

07.11.2025, 09:49
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Sadyr Japarov visited the Pyramids of Giza and the Grand Egyptian Museum in Cairo. Photos

The President of Kyrgyzstan, Sadyr Japarov, during his official visit to Egypt, participated in a cultural program that included a visit to the famous pyramid complex on the Giza plateau, as well as the Grand Egyptian Museum. According to the press service of the Presidential Administration, during the tour, the head of state was presented with the history of the pyramids, which embody the ancient civilization and cultural heritage of the country.

06.11.2025, 01:23
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An event was held at the NAS for the 90th anniversary of sculptor Turgunbay Sadykov. Photos

On November 4, an event was held at the National Academy of Sciences dedicated to the 90th anniversary of the birth of Turgunbay Sadykov — a sculptor, People's Artist of the USSR and Kyrgyzstan, academician and professor, as well as a Hero of Socialist Labor and a master of monumental sculpture. According to the press service of the Ministry of Culture, representatives of government agencies, employees of artistic associations and scientific institutions, as well as artists, art

05.11.2025, 11:08
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"Demanded 350,000 soms." Lawyer detained on suspicion of extortion (photo, video)

In Osh, a lawyer suspected of extortion has been detained. This information was provided by the press center of the State Committee for National Security (GKNB). A.G. filed a complaint with the GKNB, requesting intervention in the actions of lawyer S.N.S. He was providing her with legal assistance, as she had been accused of several crimes related to fraud under the Criminal Code of the Kyrgyz Republic.

05.11.2025, 10:56
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Hungarian Film Days Launched in Bishkek. Photo

On November 3, a solemn opening of Hungarian Film Days took place in Bishkek, as reported by the press service of the Ministry of Culture. Attending the event were the Minister of Culture, Information, and Youth Policy Mirbek Mambetaliev, the Ambassador of Hungary Sándor Dorogi, as well as representatives of educational and cultural institutions, students, and local residents.

04.11.2025, 22:04
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Another Terrible Car Accident in Bishkek Involving Schoolchildren (Caution, Photo!)

Six schoolchildren were injured as a result of a road traffic incident in Bishkek. This information was confirmed by the press service of the Patrol Police Department. The accident occurred early in the morning, around 01:30, on Osmonkul Street. The driver, whose identity has not yet been established, lost control of a Hyundai Sonata, causing the car to crash into a transformer and then into the fence of a private house.

30.10.2025, 15:51
Donald Trump and Xi Jinping met in Busan. Photos
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Donald Trump and Xi Jinping met in Busan. Photos

Photo Reuters. Today, October 30, an important meeting took place between U.S. President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping as part of the APEC summit in Busan, according to media reports. This is their first in-person contact since 2019. Photo Reuters. Photo Reuters. Trump, while welcoming Xi Jinping, noted his strong qualities as a negotiator, while the Chinese leader emphasized the importance of partnership between the two countries.

30.10.2025, 08:40
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The state returned lands in the Chuy region (photos, videos)

The press service of the State Committee for National Security (GKNB) reported the return of 226 hectares of land in the Issyk-Ata district of the Chui region. These plots were illegally removed from municipal ownership between 1992 and 1994 and were used by local residents. According to the agency, the return of this land to the State Fund for Agricultural Lands will create opportunities for increasing the areas cultivated by local farmers, which, in turn, will contribute to improving food

28.10.2025, 14:17
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The guy was brutally beaten, while the attackers were released (warning, photo, video)

Chyngyz S. from Kant contacted the editorial office of Kaktus.media with a complaint about the inaction of law enforcement agencies. He reported that he was brutally beaten and sustained serious injuries. "They broke my jaw in three places, knocked out my teeth, and tore my lip, which required nine stitches," he said. According to him, one of the attackers was released, while the other two, as Chyngyz claims, are trying to evade criminal responsibility.

28.10.2025, 11:18
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At a gas station in the suburbs of Bishkek, an armored car driver was robbed. Photo

According to information provided by the Main Internal Affairs Directorate of the Chui Region, the cashier A. K. became a victim of an attack at a gas station in the village of Petrovka. The incident occurred on October 18 at around 4:30 AM. According to the victim, several assailants wearing medical masks attacked him, using pepper spray. As a result of the attack, two bags were stolen from him, after which the assailants fled the scene. During the investigation, the suspects were arrested: S.

27.10.2025, 11:37
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The II International Forum of Youth of the Turkic World Took Place in Bishkek. Photos

The II International Forum of Youth of the Turkic World was held at the Kyrgyz National University, as reported by the press service of the Ministry of Culture. About 200 young people from various countries, including Azerbaijan, Kyrgyzstan, Turkey, and Uzbekistan, participated in the forum. The event featured prominent figures such as the Secretary General of TURKSOY Sultan Raev, Deputy Minister of Culture, Information and Youth Policy Marat Tagaev, the Ambassador of Turkey to Kyrgyzstan Mekin

25.10.2025, 10:13
The most beautiful, talented, and brave girls from Kyrgyzstan
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The most beautiful, talented, and brave girls from Kyrgyzstan

Beauties of Kyrgyzstan World stars are not shy about posting makeup-free photos on social media, and during photoshoots, they request that their images not be overly retouched. Our beauties keep up with their foreign counterparts and also share makeup-free pictures with their fans. Here are selected photographs of Kyrgyz singers, actresses, and models without makeup. Through these images on social media, they demonstrate confidence and natural beauty. They are magnificent! As one satirist

01.10.2020, 14:01
Historical Figures of Pishpek Before the City was Renamed to Frunze. Part - 2
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Historical Figures of Pishpek Before the City was Renamed to Frunze. Part - 2

The district paramedic of Pishpek, Ivan Ivanovich Pervakov with his family, 1903. From left to right: Georgy, Nikolai, Ivan Ivanovich Pervakov, Pervakov's wife (name unknown), holding Klavdiya, followed by Evdokiya and Ksenia. The date of the photo is confirmed - October 23, 1903. Ksenia's daughter and granddaughter are hereditary doctors - ophthalmologists, living in Tashkent. Historical Figures of Pishpek Dedicated to Dr. Andrey Nikolayevich Denisov, who did so much for the

14.02.2020, 09:00
Historical Figures of Pishpek Before the City Was Renamed to Frunze. Part 1
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Historical Figures of Pishpek Before the City Was Renamed to Frunze. Part 1

Historical Figures of Pishpek Before the Renaming of the City to Frunze. Dedicated to Dr. Andrey Nikolaevich Denisov, who has done so much for the restoration of historical photographs of the city of Pishpek-Frunze-Bishkek. Many photographs are accompanied by comments from V.G. Petrov. Parents of Mikhail Vasilyevich Frunze. The first professional artist of Kyrgyzstan, cartographer and teacher of Semen Chuykov, N.G. Kludov.

13.02.2020, 15:00