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The "Altai" Town Project in Bishkek Was Not Approved by the Institute of Seismology - NAS
Society

The "Altai" Town Project in Bishkek Was Not Approved by the Institute of Seismology - NAS

Photo courtesy of the press service of the PCR Kanat Abdrakhmatov, president of the National Academy of Sciences of Kyrgyzstan, announced on social media that the residential town project "Altai" in Bishkek was not approved by the Seismology Institute of the NAS KR. He emphasized that the construction of a large residential complex is taking place in a seismically hazardous area. This information prompted his comment, as a video surfaced on social media showing that the excavated

08.01.2026, 16:34
Society

One of the symbols of Mayor Myrzakmatov's rule is being dismantled

In Osh, at the intersection of Gapar Aitieva and Bekmamat Osmonov streets, the process of dismantling the monument to Barsbek-Kagan has begun. According to information from the city hall, the dismantling work is scheduled for January 8, 2026. "Barsbek-Kagan will be relocated. Initially, a place for its new location was determined, but another monument is planned to be installed there. Therefore, Barsbek-Kagan will be installed in another, yet to be determined location. At the moment, the

08.01.2026, 16:30
Society

The Ministry of Construction commented on the situation regarding the construction of the "Altai" town.

The Ministry of Construction, Architecture, and Housing and Communal Services commented on the situation with the construction of "Altai," located on the outskirts of Bishkek. Recently, images appeared on social media showing that the excavated pits at the construction site were filled with groundwater, creating the illusion of a pool. In response, the Ministry of Construction stated that prior to the start of work in this area, appropriate engineering and geological surveys were

08.01.2026, 16:10
Society

Residents of the village of Kara-Küngöy gifted the imam a ticket for Umrah and shared a story about his grandfather

Residents of the village of Kara-Küngöy in the Kochkor district of the Naryn region have shown generosity by gifting Imam Kumarbek Keramaev a pilgrimage ticket for Umrah, reports Turmush correspondent. By the decision of the clan elders and with the consent of the local residents, it was decided to collect 1000 soms from each household. The collected funds were used to purchase a 14-day pilgrimage ticket for Imam K. Keramaev.

08.01.2026, 16:08
Society

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic reported details about the visa deposit for Kyrgyz citizens traveling to the USA.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic has announced the introduction of a visa bond for those planning to visit the United States. Starting from January 21, 2026, citizens of several countries, including Kyrgyzstan, will be required to pay a financial bond ranging from $5,000 to $15,000. The specific amount will be determined by the consular officer during the interview. Applicants will also need to submit Form I-352 from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security only at the

08.01.2026, 16:00
Optimization of the Buffer Zone "Sulaiman-Too". UNESCO Experts Arrive in Kyrgyzstan
Society

Optimization of the Buffer Zone "Sulaiman-Too". UNESCO Experts Arrive in Kyrgyzstan

On January 7, the Minister of Culture, Mirbek Mambetaliev, held a meeting with international experts regarding the UNESCO World Heritage site "Sulaiman-Too." This information was released by the press service of the Ministry of Culture. Specialists arrived in Kyrgyzstan to participate in a project aimed at optimizing the boundaries of the Sulaiman-Too buffer zone, which is part of the UNESCO World Heritage. Their work will take place from January 7 to 12.

08.01.2026, 15:33
Sale of the former Prince Andrew's mansion to Kazakh oligarch Kuliayev for £15 million is linked to a bribery scheme, - BBC investigation
World

Sale of the former Prince Andrew's mansion to Kazakh oligarch Kuliayev for £15 million is linked to a bribery scheme, - BBC investigation

During an investigation conducted by the BBC, it was revealed that Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor received a large sum from a Kazakh oligarch using money from a company accused of corruption. Timur Kulibayev, a billionaire from Kazakhstan, confirmed through his lawyers that he used a loan from Enviro Pacific Investments to acquire Andrew's former mansion. The Italian prosecutor's office established that in 2007 this company received cash through bribery. Just a few weeks after the last

08.01.2026, 15:32
Society

President of the National Academy of Sciences of the Kyrgyz Republic: The construction of the "Altai" town was not coordinated with the Institute of Seismology

According to Abdrakhmatov, he recently learned about the construction of "Altai" through social media. He emphasized that the high levels of groundwater in this area have been known for a long time, and any construction requires careful engineering solutions and approvals. Nevertheless, the project, which includes 1,500 five-story buildings, did not undergo the necessary expertise at the Institute of Seismology. Abdrakhmatov expressed surprise that such large-scale construction had

08.01.2026, 15:27
Protests Erupt in the U.S. After Woman Dies During Immigration Service Operation
World

Protests Erupt in the U.S. After Woman Dies During Immigration Service Operation

According to information from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, ICE agents were in the process of conducting "targeted operations" when protest participants began to interfere with their actions. The agency claims that one woman attempted to run over officers, using her vehicle as a weapon. In response, one of the agents opened fire, acting in self-defense. Homeland Security Secretary Kirstjen Nielsen commented on the incident, stating that at the time of the event, ICE

08.01.2026, 15:16
"After the repairs, a pit remains." Residents complain about the road on Chuy/Osmonkula.
Society

"After the repairs, a pit remains." Residents complain about the road on Chuy/Osmonkula.

Complaints have been received at the Call Center of Kaktus.media from residents regarding a recently repaired road. “At the intersection of Chuy and Osmonkula streets near the bridge, repairs were carried out. However, a hole was left after the work. Who is responsible for such work? Why do the same problems arise in our city? Where is the drainage system? It should be provided for such cases,” residents are asking.

08.01.2026, 15:11
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic clarified the new U.S. visa requirements for citizens of Kyrgyzstan
Society

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic clarified the new U.S. visa requirements for citizens of Kyrgyzstan

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic reports new additional requirements regarding the application for non-immigrant visas of categories B-1/B-2 (tourist and business) for entry into the United States. These changes will take effect on January 21, 2026. According to the latest data from the U.S. Department of State, citizens of a number of countries, including Kyrgyzstan, will be required to provide a financial guarantee ranging from $5,000 to $15,000. The specific amount

08.01.2026, 14:53
The livestock market in the Jayil district will be relocated to a new area.
Society

The livestock market in the Jayil district will be relocated to a new area.

The existing livestock market does not meet sanitary and veterinary standards Azmat Osmonov, the authorized representative of the president in the Chuy region, during his working trip to the Jayil district, inspected the conditions at the existing livestock market and examined the site allocated for the construction of a new facility.

08.01.2026, 14:53
A resident of Chui region was detained on suspicion of beating his wife
Incidents

A resident of Chui region was detained on suspicion of beating his wife

A case of domestic violence occurred in the Chui region, which led to the detention of a suspect, law enforcement agencies in the region report. According to information, on January 7, 2026, a woman born in 1995 contacted the Internal Affairs Department of the Issyk-Ata district requesting action against her husband, citizen A.E., born in 1993. She reported that on the same day around 12:00 PM, in their home in the village of Ivanovka, during a conflict, her husband inflicted bodily harm on

08.01.2026, 14:52
The Ministry of Culture and UNESCO experts discussed the optimization of the buffer zone of "Sulaiman Too"
Politics

The Ministry of Culture and UNESCO experts discussed the optimization of the buffer zone of "Sulaiman Too"

Recently, the Minister of Culture, Information, and Youth Policy of the Kyrgyz Republic, Mirbek Mambetaliev, met with an international group of experts who arrived in the country to work on the UNESCO World Heritage site — "Sacred Mountain — Sulayman Too". According to the Ministry of Culture, this visit by the experts is part of the implementation of the resolution of the Government of the Kyrgyz Republic, adopted on October 31, 2025, regarding the optimization of the buffer zone

08.01.2026, 14:48
Ecology

No precipitation, daytime up to +11 — weather forecast for January 9

Weather forecast for January 9 in Kyrgyzstan. According to information from Kyrgyzhydromet, clear weather without precipitation is expected in the country. In the foothills and mountains, there may be formation of snow drifts and ice slicks. Fog will be observed in some areas at night and in the morning. Southeast winds at a speed of 5-10 m/s.

08.01.2026, 14:45
Society

Illegal Hunting Cases Detected in the Alai District

In the Alaï district, several poachers were detained over the course of one week for illegal fishing and hunting of rock partridges. This was reported by Alimbek Aydarov, a game warden from the Osh regional office of the Ministry of Natural Resources, Ecology, and Technical Supervision. According to Aydarov, the agency's staff regularly conducts raids. For example, in the village of Pravda, protocols were drawn up for three citizens who went fishing. At the time of the inspectors'

08.01.2026, 14:37