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Since the beginning of the year, 10 manholes have been installed in Bishkek using new technology.
Society / Exclusive

Since the beginning of the year, 10 manholes have been installed in Bishkek using new technology.

Improvements to the road infrastructure continue in the capital of Kyrgyzstan, as reported by the city hall. Currently, the teams from "Bishkekasphaltservice" are raising manholes to the level of the road surface and repairing them on Isanova and Sadyrbaev streets. These works are aimed at increasing road safety and creating more comfortable conditions for residents.

04.03.2026, 15:31
Incidents

The Ministry of Internal Affairs initiated 12 criminal cases for the "renting" of children for begging.

At the parliamentary meeting on March 4, Deputy Minister of Internal Affairs Oktay Urmambetov reported the initiation of 12 criminal cases related to the use of children as beggars. During the discussion of the bill aimed at combating begging in public places and on roads, Deputy Kamila Talieva proposed conducting raids to curb this practice. She noted that among beggars, there are those who genuinely need help, especially women with children; however, it is necessary to distinguish between

04.03.2026, 15:30
Politics

Deputy of the Parliament: Tajikistan Calls Up Ethnic Kyrgyz with Citizenship of the Kyrgyz Republic into the Army

At today's parliamentary session, Deputy Tabyldy Muratbekov stated that ethnic Kyrgyz who moved from the Murghab district and became citizens of Kyrgyzstan are experiencing pressure from Tajik authorities. According to the parliamentarian, despite having Kyrgyz passports, young people are still being drafted into the Tajik army. Tajik authorities are applying pressure on the relatives of these young people who remain in Murghab. Parents and brothers are being summoned to the police and

04.03.2026, 15:27
Economy

The Green Energy Fund has announced a competition for 15 land plots for the construction of solar power plants and small hydropower stations.

- The Green Energy Fund, operating under the Cabinet of Ministers, has initiated a competition for the right to obtain land plots for the implementation of projects in the field of renewable energy sources. As part of this competition, 15 lots are offered, including three solar power plants with a total capacity of 1,300 MW, as well as several small hydropower projects located in various regions of the country.

04.03.2026, 15:25
Politics

Marlen Mamataliyev announced the salary amount for deputies

At the parliament meeting on March 4, Mamataliyev reported that during an interview he was asked about the salaries of deputies. He clarified: "My response was not conveyed quite correctly and caused misunderstanding among citizens. The salary of deputies is 58,432 soms. There is also a fund of 80,000 soms, which is used for car repairs, fuel, payment for drivers, and work with voters in the regions."

04.03.2026, 15:13
Exclusive

Rosselkhoznadzor seized over 230,000 seedlings from Kyrgyzstan at the border

The author of the material is K-News. Any copying or partial use is possible with the permission of the K-News editorial office. On March 3, on the A310 highway in the Chelyabinsk region, employees of the Ural Interregional Directorate of the Rosselkhoznadzor, in cooperation with customs authorities, prevented the importation of two large batches of seedlings. The incident occurred near the MAPP "Bugristoye".

04.03.2026, 15:13
Ministry of Foreign Affairs: 1200 Kyrgyz citizens in the UAE have requested evacuation due to the conflict in the Middle East
Exclusive

Ministry of Foreign Affairs: 1200 Kyrgyz citizens in the UAE have requested evacuation due to the conflict in the Middle East

At a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Almaz Imangaziev spoke about the current situation of Kyrgyz citizens in the Middle East. According to him, the conflict has affected countries such as Iran, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, the UAE, Bahrain, and Qatar. As a result, these countries have restricted their airspace, and Turkey and Oman have implemented partial control measures.

04.03.2026, 15:12
The New York Times: Iran Strikes at Least Seven American Satellite Communication Facilities in Five Middle Eastern Countries. Satellite Images
World

The New York Times: Iran Strikes at Least Seven American Satellite Communication Facilities in Five Middle Eastern Countries. Satellite Images

Satellite images from March 1 show smoke rising from a building at Prince Sultan Air Base in Saudi Arabia. Video recordings revealed damage to facilities used for tracking ballistic missiles, satellite antennas, and protective enclosures for radar systems, which are essential for military communications over long distances. Since the communication infrastructure of the American military is heavily guarded, determining which systems were affected proves to be a challenging task. Nevertheless,

04.03.2026, 15:07
The outstanding master of ceramics Eshbolot Toktogonov has passed away.
Society

The outstanding master of ceramics Eshbolot Toktogonov has passed away.

On February 27, 2026, Eshbolot Toktogonov, an outstanding artist-ceramicist and honored figure of culture of the Kyrgyz Republic, passed away at the age of 84. This sad news was reported by the Ministry of Culture, Information and Youth Policy of the KR. Photo by the Ministry of Culture The Ministry of Culture noted that Kyrgyz art has suffered a tremendous loss. Eshbolot Toktogonov was not only a master of unique talent but also an innovator, whose creations became an integral part of the

04.03.2026, 15:06
Society

The city of Osh has doubled in size: About 239 million soms are allocated for the development of the master plan.

On March 4, during a session of the Osh City Council, Deputy Kutmanaly Abdrakhman uulu raised the issue of the current status of the development of the general plan for the city of Osh. The Deputy Head of the Department of Urban Planning and Regional Architecture, Mirlan Ömüraliyev, reported that the general plan for the city is being developed by the department under the Ministry of Construction.

04.03.2026, 15:04
The speaker provided more accurate data on the salaries of deputies in the Parliament.
Exclusive

The speaker provided more accurate data on the salaries of deputies in the Parliament.

The Speaker of the Jogorku Kenesh, Marlen Mamataliev, stated that the previously presented data on the incomes of deputies was not entirely accurate. According to him, based on official information, the base salary of a deputy is 58,432 soms. Additionally, there is a fund of 80,000 soms that is used to cover expenses for fuel, car repairs, driver salaries, organizing meetings with voters, and trips to the regions. The speaker also noted that the allocated funds are not always sufficient, and

04.03.2026, 15:03
12 billion soms of debt from Toktorbaev? The Osh City Hall will be audited by the Accounts Chamber
Politics

12 billion soms of debt from Toktorbaev? The Osh City Hall will be audited by the Accounts Chamber

Janar Akayev, the new mayor of Osh, announced the continuation of "good projects" initiated by his predecessor. According to information circulated on social media in Kyrgyzstan, former mayor Jenishbek Toktorbaev left behind colossal debts amounting to 12 billion soms in the city budget. This news has sparked criticism regarding his performance in office. New mayor Janar Akayev, commenting on the situation, did not deny the information about the debts but emphasized that his

04.03.2026, 15:01
The Ministry of Health Clarified the Role of Dietary Supplements in Official Medicine
Health / Exclusive

The Ministry of Health Clarified the Role of Dietary Supplements in Official Medicine

In official medicine, doctors can prescribe not only medications but also vitamins and dietary supplements (DS). This was stated by Aman Osmonov, head of the licensing department of the Ministry of Health of the Kyrgyz Republic, in the program "Elden Sobol". He noted that the main requirement is the mandatory safety check of dietary supplements by state authorities. In global practice, doctors also have the opportunity to prescribe such supplements if they have confirmation from

04.03.2026, 14:57
In Kyrgyzstan, the GDP in construction reached 438.5 billion soms
Economy

In Kyrgyzstan, the GDP in construction reached 438.5 billion soms

Photo of the Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic. Adylbek Kasymaliev and Minister of Construction Nurdin Oruntaev According to the Prime Minister Adylbek Kasymaliev, the gross domestic product in the construction sector of Kyrgyzstan amounted to 438.5 billion soms for the year 2025. This information was announced at a meeting of the Ministry of Construction, Architecture, and Housing and Communal Services. As noted by Kasymaliev, in 2019 this figure did not exceed 58.5 billion soms.

04.03.2026, 14:50
Illegal excavation and export of macrotomy in Kyrgyzstan
Society

Illegal excavation and export of macrotomy in Kyrgyzstan

The collection of medicinal plants mainly occurs in mountainous areas In the Kyrgyz Republic, the medicinal plant macrotomy (endemic) is being illegally dug up and exported. This was reported by Azat Sagynov, deputy director of the environmental and technical oversight service under the Ministry of Natural Resources, in an interview with "Birinchi Radio".

04.03.2026, 14:47
In the coming days, precipitation is expected again in Kazakhstan.
World

In the coming days, precipitation is expected again in Kazakhstan.

From March 5 to 7, variable weather is expected in most regions of Kazakhstan. During this time, rain and snow will occur, with particularly heavy precipitation possible in the south and southeast of the country on March 5-6. In various regions of the republic, gusty winds, ice, fog, and blizzards in the northern parts are also forecasted. The air temperature in the southern part of the country will gradually rise during the daytime.

04.03.2026, 14:44
In Bishkek, a man was detained with a toy gun
Incidents

In Bishkek, a man was detained with a toy gun

On March 3, around 22:36, a report of gunfire was received by the "102" service in the village of Novo-Pavlovka, located in the Chuy region. However, it turned out to be a false alarm. This was reported by the Internal Affairs Department of the Lenin District of Bishkek. A investigative-operational group immediately went to the scene. During the inspection, it was established that a 35-year-old man named S.M. was detonating firecrackers on the street while holding a toy gun, which

04.03.2026, 14:43
Politics

Toraga ЖК urged journalists not to discredit the work of deputies

At a recent meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, its chairman Marlen Mamataliyev called on journalists and bloggers. He emphasized the importance of preventing the spread of false information about the activities of the parliament. Mamataliyev noted that so-called "black lists" of deputies who allegedly may leave their positions have begun to appear in the media.

04.03.2026, 14:41
Politics

"Got the hype, got embarrassed." Kokulov spoke out about the protocol issued to him for violating traffic rules.

Erlan Kokulov, a deputy of the Jogorku Kenesh, spoke out about the protocol issued to him regarding a traffic violation. During the meeting on March 4, he expressed dissatisfaction that the officers of the Patrol Police Department used this incident to create a stir and compromise him. According to Kokulov, the violation occurred around 7 a.m., but the officers arrived at his home only at 11. He raised a reasonable question: "How can search activities be conducted against me if this

04.03.2026, 14:40