Without Wires and Without Answers. Why Bishkek Lost Its Trolleybuses

Photo from the press service of the Bishkek mayor's office. Modern trolleybuses purchased through the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development Despite the complete disappearance of the trolleybus system, the residents of Bishkek and activists do not forget about this environmentally friendly and spacious mode of transport. As part of the celebration of the 75th anniversary of trolleybuses and discussions on electric transport, initiated in the context of the UN Decade of

"Wait for the completion of all works." The mayor addressed those who are dissatisfied with what is happening at the Central Department Store.

Mayor Aibek Junushaliev urged the city's residents to be patient and wait for the completion of all construction work around GUM and TSUM. In an interview with the "Kabar" agency, the mayor noted that it is premature to discuss the results of the construction of the new fountain complex at TSUM, as work is still ongoing.

The Ministry of Agriculture named the region of Kyrgyzstan that leads in fish production for sale

According to data from the Ministry of Agriculture of Kyrgyzstan, in 2025 the country produced 19,508.85 tons of commercial fish. This result was made possible through the collaboration of both individuals and legal entities in the fishing industry, working under contracts with the Department of Fisheries. The highest amount of fish was produced in the Chui region, where 12,844.8 tons of commercial fish were recorded. The following regions ranked by production volumes:

Erdogan Played Basketball with NBA Legend Shaquille O'Neal

On January 20, an informal meeting took place in Istanbul between Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan and four-time NBA champion Shaquille O’Neal, reports Anadolu Agency. The meeting was held at the Turkcell Basketball Development Center. Here, the head of state and the legendary basketball player spent time playing basketball with young athletes, and then signed several balls that became memorable souvenirs. Erdogan and O’Neal also took joint photos with the young players. High-ranking

Wind, solar power plants, and small hydropower plants in Kazakhstan generated 8.6 billion kWh of electricity in 2025.

- In 2025, Kazakh wind, solar power plants, and small hydropower plants produced 8.6 billion kWh of electricity, according to information provided by the Ministry of Energy of the Republic of Kazakhstan on January 20. Compared to 2024, this figure increased by 13.7%, and the share of renewable energy sources in the overall energy balance of the country reached 7%.

Seid Atambaev spoke about the problems of medical workers and residents of the Alamedin district

Singaporean scientists have found a way to "reboot" an aging brain

Researchers from the National University of Singapore (NUS Medicine) led by Professor Brian Kennedy have made an important discovery: a natural compound that plays a role in regulating lifespan may serve as a powerful tool in the fight against dementia. Instead of focusing on the symptoms of Alzheimer's disease, the scientists proposed a new strategy aimed at the underlying mechanisms of biological aging.

In 2025, farmers were provided with equipment on lease worth almost 10 billion soms.

The Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and the Processing Industry is conducting activities to update the machinery and tractor fleet of farmers, providing them with the necessary agricultural equipment. Since 2011, seven leasing programs have been implemented through OJSC "Aiyl Bank" and "Eldik Bank," under which farmers are provided with machinery and equipment for processing for a period of up to seven years at a preferential rate of 6 percent per annum.

The deputy proposes to reduce airfare prices for the Bishkek—Kazarman route to 2100 soms.

- During the plenary session of the Jogorku Kenesh on January 21, 2026, Deputy Nurbek Sydygaliev proposed to review the prices of airline tickets on the Bishkek—Kazarman route. According to him, the cost of a one-way ticket is 3100 soms.

PRESS ANNOUNCEMENT: January 22, 10:00 AM - Workers' Rights, Challenges, and Plans: Trade Unions of the Kyrgyz Republic Summarize the Results of 2025.

The event will feature: - Muradil Jumadilde uulu, Chairman of the Federation of Trade Unions of Kyrgyzstan;

Repeat elections in district No. 13. The youngest candidate is 28 years old.

In the Central Commission for Elections and Referendums, the acceptance of applications from citizens wishing to participate in the repeat elections of deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh for multi-mandate constituency No. 13 continues. Voting is scheduled for March 1, 2026. At the same time, as noted by the CEC, the deadline for submitting applications expires 30 days before the elections — January 29, 2026, at 18:00. Currently, the commission has already registered applications from the following

At the GNS, issues of cashless payments were discussed with the participation of banks, the NBKR, and relevant government agencies.

The State Tax Service held a meeting to discuss issues related to the development of cashless payments in the business sector, as reported by the press service of the STS. Deputy Chairmen of the STS, such as Azat Almanbetov and Kubanychbek Isabekov, as well as representatives from various organizations, including the National Bank of the Kyrgyz Republic, the Anti-Monopoly Regulation Service of the Kyrgyz Republic, the Interbank Processing Center, the Ministry of Economy and Commerce of the

Call Center: The Sokuluk State Registry is Constantly Facing Problems - No Internet, Databases Not Loading

A resident of the Sokuluk district in the Chui region contacted the Kaktus.media Call Center with a complaint about the insufficient effectiveness of the State Agency for Land Resources under the Government of the Kyrgyz Republic, as well as the State Enterprise "Cadastre" in Sokuluk. She said: "We came in the morning and stood in line, but we still can't get help. The system is not working, and there is no internet. Why is this happening in 2026? People took time off work

Repair of the Orto-Sai Market. What has been done in a year and have the issues with garbage and parking been resolved?

Orto-Sai Market is one of the key trading platforms in Bishkek, attracting thousands of buyers and serving as a workplace for hundreds of entrepreneurs. Renovation work at the market began in late 2024 and continues to this day. The editorial team of Kaktus.media decided to analyze the current status of the work, finding out what changes have occurred with budget funds and what expenses entrepreneurs have incurred.

"Not Every Adult Can Lift It". Parents Complain About the Heavy Textbooks of Second Graders

A concerned mother reached out to the Kaktus.media editorial office, expressing her thoughts on the excessive weight of textbooks and workbooks for second graders studying under the 12-year program. As she explained, the weight of the set of textbooks and workbooks reaches about 4 kilograms, and when considering the backpack, the total weight exceeds 5 kg.

The Mayor of Bishkek spoke about how his family copes with criticism on the internet

In a recent podcast by the "Kabar" agency, Aibek Junushaliev, the mayor of the capital, addressed the topic of criticism and negative comments on social media for the first time, sharing how it affects his family. He noted that many commentators write unfounded and superficial things, hiding behind anonymous accounts and considering themselves experts on all matters.

In Osh, it is necessary to renovate polyclinics and build an infectious disease hospital for adults, - deputy

In Osh, according to information from Deputy Santalat Amanova (district No. 6), a major overhaul is required for five polyclinics that are in "terrible" condition. This statement was made at a parliamentary meeting on January 21. In the deputy's opinion, the buildings of the polyclinics need complete reconstruction, and she has already sent relevant requests regarding this issue.

Ministry of Digital Development: Men will not be able to receive women's PINs, and women will not be able to receive men's.

During a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, Deputy Minister of Digital Development and Innovative Technologies Nursultan Kubanov reported on amendments to the Law "On Individual (Personalized) Accounting of Citizens for the Purposes of Mandatory State Social Insurance." These changes prohibit men from obtaining PINs intended for women, and vice versa. The personal identification number (PIN) for female citizens of Kyrgyzstan starts with the digit 1, while for male citizens it starts with

Suspect in Horse Trafficking Scheme Detained in Chui Region

In the Chui region, law enforcement officers have detained a suspect involved in fraudulent activities related to horse trafficking. This information was provided by the press service of the regional police department. The identity of the detained individual was established after a citizen, born in 1971, reported to the police on November 21, 2025.

Preferential loan helped a farmer from At-Bashi develop livestock meat production in the region

In the At-Bashinsky district of the Naryn region, a farmer from the village of Kyzyl-Tuu, who received a preferential loan, is successfully developing meat livestock farming, particularly the Aberdeen-Angus breed. This information was announced at the Ministry of Agriculture of the Kyrgyz Republic. The loan, issued at an annual interest rate of 3% through OJSC "Ayil Bank," allowed the farmer to purchase breeding cows from Russia. As a result, the livestock population is increasing,

The deputy proposed to open a prosthetic and orthopedic institution in Manas

At the parliament meeting on January 21, Deputy Venera Salyamova, representing district No. 11, proposed the establishment of a Republican institution for prosthetic and orthopedic products in Manas. She noted that similar centers are already operating in Bishkek and Osh.

Modern Content for Kindergartens. The Ministry of Education and D Billions Outline Cooperation

On January 20, the Deputy Minister of Education of the Kyrgyz Republic, Nadira Jusupbekova, met with a representative of the company D Billions, which specializes in developing educational content for preschool children. This was reported by the Ministry of Education. During the meeting, possible areas for joint work in preschool education in Kyrgyzstan were discussed. The participants emphasized the importance of using modern educational materials and media resources in preschool institutions.

A fight broke out at a pizzeria in Bishkek. Suspects detained.

Recently, an incident occurred at a pizzeria in Bishkek, resulting in the detention of several suspects. This was reported by representatives of the Sverdlovsk District Police Department in an interview with the editorial team of Kaktus.media. According to information received by the police on January 20, a clash took place between visitors at the establishment located on Chuy Avenue. During the conflict, one of the participants threatened others with a weapon, and two customers sustained knife

In 2025, 18 minors committed suicide in the Jalal-Abad region.

A deputy called for more attention to the psychological state of migrant children and to intensify work with them At a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, Aida Salyamova, a deputy, raised an important issue regarding the safety and legal protection of children. She reported that in 2025, there were 18 cases of suicide among minors in the Jalal-Abad region, which is two cases more than the previous year.