Residents of Bishkek complain about the smell from the Coca-Cola plant
Society

Residents of Bishkek complain about the smell from the Coca-Cola plant

The Deputy Prime Minister noted that the production does not have a negative impact on the environment During a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, Deputy Zhyldyz Sadyrbaeva raised the issue of complaints from local residents of the Lenin district of Bishkek regarding unpleasant odors coming from the Coca-Cola plant located on Lushchikhina Street.

05.02.2026, 20:38
Society

"Turn Down the Volume." Gula Kozhokulova and Nurdin Oruntaev Disagree Over the Development of Central Bishkek

At the meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh on February 5, a deputy reminded that the general plan will soon be presented to the government for approval. She noted that according to this plan, development in the central part of the city involves mid-rise buildings. However, as experts found out, mid-rise development refers to buildings up to nine stories high, as specified in modern construction norms. Gula Kozhokulova raised the question of whether this would mean the demolition of Stalin-era

05.02.2026, 20:34
Incidents

The former president of Nagorno-Karabakh was sentenced to life in prison.

The military court of Baku announced sentences for high-ranking military and political figures of Nagorno-Karabakh, detained in the fall of 2023, as reported by Meduza. Araik Arutyunyan, who served as the president of Nagorno-Karabakh from May 2020 until September 1, 2023, received a life sentence, which corresponded to the prosecution's demands. Life sentences were also handed down to the former commander of the defense army of the unrecognized republic, Levon Mnatsakanyan, his deputy

05.02.2026, 20:29
In Bishkek, a construction company was fined for violating safety regulations.
Society

In Bishkek, a construction company was fined for violating safety regulations.

In Bishkek, inspections of construction sites continue, conducted under the instruction of Nurdana Oruntaeva, the Minister of Construction, Architecture, and Housing and Communal Services of the Kyrgyz Republic. This information was provided by the ministry's press service. According to the agency's data, employees of the Bishkek City Department of the State Architectural and Construction Control are monitoring sites in the capital. During the inspection, it was found that

05.02.2026, 20:11
Incidents

Fire engulfed hundreds of hay bales in the Kochkor district

In the village of Kara-Küngöy, located in the rural district of Ormon-Khan in the Kochkor region, a resident on Botaliev Street experienced a hay fire. According to available information, the fire broke out in the man's garden, where the harvested hay was stored. Local residents attempted to extinguish the fire themselves; however, firefighters soon arrived on the scene and successfully extinguished the blaze.

05.02.2026, 19:42
Society

Residents of Kok-Zhar Fear That the Southern Bypass Road Will Pass Through Their Homes and Fields

The construction of the Southern bypass road in Bishkek raises concerns among local residents of the village of Kok-Zhar. According to deputy Dastan Bekeshev, people are afraid that the road will pass through their homes and agricultural lands. In response to these concerns, a meeting was organized, which included representatives of the akimat, investors, architects, and specialists from the Ministry of Transport.

05.02.2026, 19:35
Dana White named the four greatest boxers: "I see things a little differently"
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Dana White named the four greatest boxers: "I see things a little differently"

Dana White, the president of the UFC, shared his thoughts on the greatest boxers of all time in a recent episode of The Rushmore Podcast. He noted that when considering boxers, he takes into account not only their athletic achievements but also business aspects. According to him, Muhammad Ali is at the top of his list, despite differing opinions on the matter. Following him are Sugar Ray Robinson, Floyd Mayweather, and Mike Tyson, who occupy the second, third, and fourth places respectively.

05.02.2026, 19:27
Society

Starlink Satellite Internet Officially Launched in Tajikistan

SpaceX, founded by Elon Musk, has announced the launch of the Starlink network in Tajikistan, allowing for high-speed internet services to be provided throughout the country. This system, characterized by low signal latency, will ensure connectivity even in the most remote and mountainous areas of Tajikistan. Musk shared this news in a post on social media platform X on his account. The initiative was made possible by a licensing agreement signed between the government of Tajikistan and SpaceX

05.02.2026, 19:18
Society

In Osh, issues of education for the blind and deaf have been raised: there is a shortage of teachers and interpreters, and such children do not study in villages.

In the Osh region, deficiencies in education for deaf and blind children have been identified: a lack of teachers and interpreters, especially in rural areas. This was reported by Zhenishbek Ashirbaev, the head of the Southern Educational and Production Enterprise "Diykan," which operates under the Kyrgyz Society of the Blind and Deaf. Ashirbaev noted that the enterprise receives government orders for work. In particular, the sewing workshop produces medical gowns, blankets, and

05.02.2026, 19:00
Economy

Infographic — The Inflow of Remittances in 2025 Reached a 20-Year Record

According to the National Bank, the year 2025, although not yet complete, has already set a record for the last two decades in terms of remittances received in Kyrgyzstan since 2005. Over the course of 11 months of the current year, the total volume of remittances reached $3.22 billion, which already exceeds the previous record set in 2022 ($3.09 billion), triggered by geopolitical upheavals.

05.02.2026, 18:35
YouTube has started removing low-quality content created with AI
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YouTube has started removing low-quality content created with AI

YouTube is taking active measures to remove low-quality content created using artificial intelligence. According to information published by The Verge, several major channels have disappeared from the platform during this campaign, including CuentosFacianantes, which has 5.9 million subscribers and a total of 1.2 billion views, as well as Imperio de Jesus with over 5.8 million subscribers.

05.02.2026, 18:22
Society

Police checked apartments in the center of Bishkek that are rented out daily.

The raid "Den", organized by the Sverdlovsk District Police Department, took place at the address: Ibraimova St., 63. As a result of the inspection, it was established that a significant number of apartments in one of the entrances of this multi-story building have been purchased by a private individual and are being used to provide hotel services on a daily basis. As part of the operation, police officers, together with representatives of the city administration and the tax service,

05.02.2026, 18:16
Kamchybek Tashiev opened a new sports complex in Bishkek
Sports

Kamchybek Tashiev opened a new sports complex in Bishkek

Kamchybek Tashiev, who holds the position of Deputy Prime Minister and Chairman of the State National Security Committee, participated in the opening ceremony of a new sports complex in Bishkek. This facility was built on the territory of the Republican Sports College named after Sheraly Sydykov. As part of the major renovation, work was completed on updating the dormitory, mosque, and educational building. The new sports center is created with the aim of providing youth with broader access to

05.02.2026, 18:07
The Kyrgyzstani accused of large-scale fraud has been extradited from Georgia
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The Kyrgyzstani accused of large-scale fraud has been extradited from Georgia

S. T., suspected of committing large-scale fraud, has been extradited to Kyrgyzstan from Georgia, as reported by the press service of the General Prosecutor's Office. Upon arrival in the country, he was placed in a detention center, where criminal prosecution will continue in accordance with the law. Photo by the press service of the State Committee for National Security of the Kyrgyz Republic.

05.02.2026, 18:07
Society

New Police Buildings Opened in Ak-Suysky District

On February 5, a ceremony was held to open new buildings for two police territorial points in the villages of Sovetskoye and Ak-Suu, located in the Ak-Suu district of the Issyk-Kul region. According to information from the regional Internal Affairs Department, these facilities were built with the support of President Sadyr Japarov and at the initiative of Interior Minister Ulan Niyazbekov, and their location in remote areas of the district emphasizes the importance of improving access to law

05.02.2026, 18:06
Education

The Ministries of Education of Kyrgyzstan and Russia Discussed the Supply of Textbooks to Schools in Kyrgyzstan

At a videoconference organized by the Ministry of Education, representatives from Russia and Kyrgyzstan discussed important aspects related to the adaptation and supply of educational materials for the Russian language and literature. The event was attended by the Deputy Minister of Education of Kyrgyzstan, Nadira Dzhusupbekova, the director of the publishing house "Okuu Kitobi," Tologon Amatov, as well as staff from the Ministry of Education of Russia and the publishing house

05.02.2026, 18:02
Health

New medical equipment in Issyk-Ata is idle due to the lack of training for specialists, - deputy

At the meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh on February 5, Deputy Bakhridin Shabazov noted that the Japanese endoscopic equipment received by the Issyk-Ata district hospital last year has not been used for a whole year. “The situation is causing panic among doctors: they are afraid that if it becomes known that the equipment is not being used, it may be taken away. The reason is the lack of qualified specialists. Training is directed to the NHC, but there is no similar equipment for practice there,”

05.02.2026, 17:55