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Participants of the SCO Delphic Games visited the cultural attractions of Bishkek
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Participants of the SCO Delphic Games visited the cultural attractions of Bishkek

As part of the first youth Delphic Games organized for the member countries of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization, a cultural program was planned for the guests. According to the city administration, participants had the opportunity to visit the Chyngyz Aitmatov Park, where they became acquainted with the monuments and received information about their cultural and historical significance. Next, there was an excursion to the house-museum of artists Olga Manuilova and Semyon Chuykov, where

27.03.2026, 15:05
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Human rights activist published a letter from Askhat Zhetigen from the colony

On March 26, akyn and activist Askat Zhetigen sent a letter from prison, in which he shared his thoughts. Human rights activist Gulshaiyr Abdirasulova posted the text on her social media page. She reported that "he is doing well, he is teaching other inmates to play the komuz and is very happy that people are singing his songs." Abdirasulova also expressed hope for his swift release.

27.03.2026, 14:49
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The rural districts for NPIS projects have been identified. Who will receive grants?

At the meeting of the selection committee, held online, the winners of the competition were announced. This competition was conducted among rural districts for the implementation of economic initiatives within the framework of the second component of the National Project for Community Initiatives (NPCI). In this competition, 37 out of the 40 planned rural districts participated. The selection process was carried out using a rating system, taking into account established quotas for different

27.03.2026, 14:46
In Bishkek, a "Pedestrian" raid is taking place
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In Bishkek, a "Pedestrian" raid is taking place

Task: preventing road traffic accidents In the capital of Kyrgyzstan, Bishkek, the preventive campaign "Pedestrian" continues, organized by the staff of the Patrol Police Department. The events are taking place near markets. According to information from the police, the main goal of the raid is to ensure safety on the roads in areas where large crowds gather, as well as to prevent traffic accidents involving pedestrians and to stop violations of traffic rules by both drivers and

27.03.2026, 14:42
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Mayor Gulcho warned of the risk of the city becoming marshy in the next 10 years

In the Alaï district of the Osh region, in the city of Gulcha, a project for the construction of a dam is being discussed, as reported by Mayor Nursultan Tajibaev. “The key issue remains the unfinished dam on the banks of the Gulcha River. In the village of Yr-Kese, behind the stadium and market, a section of the dam measuring 1 kilometer and 760 meters is still incomplete. This project was approved by the World Bank at the initiative of the Ministry of Emergency Situations of the Kyrgyz

27.03.2026, 14:41
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Officials advise Bishkek residents not to torment children and not to send them to distant schools

The Deputy Minister of Education, Nadira Jusupbekova, noted at a press conference that educational institutions in Kyrgyzstan provide a similar level of education in primary grades, contributing to the development of functional literacy among children. She emphasized that parents should not rush to choose a specific school for first graders, as children at this age have not yet developed clear interests.

27.03.2026, 14:36
The conference of the SCO Delphi Games was held in Bishkek.
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The conference of the SCO Delphi Games was held in Bishkek.

In Bishkek, in the meeting hall of the city hall, an international conference was held dedicated to the First Youth Delphic Games of the countries that are members of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization. The event was attended by the mayor of the capital, Aibek Junushaliev, the director of the International Delphic Committee, Vladimir Poniavin, as well as Sergey Kanavsky, acting secretary of the SCO Business Council. Additionally, among the participants were the chairman of the Delphic

27.03.2026, 14:22
In the Jumgal District, a 2-hectare plot of land has been returned to the state.
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In the Jumgal District, a 2-hectare plot of land has been returned to the state.

In the Naryn region, 2 hectares of pasture land have been returned, which had been under illegal possession for two decades. This became known through information from the Ministry of Agriculture. The violation of land rights was identified by employees of the regional land and water supervision department. The plot, known as "Karajeyk," was unlawfully transferred to private ownership in 2006 as part of the Bayzak rural district of the Jumgal region. After judicial proceedings, the

27.03.2026, 14:21
In Bishkek, scientists from SCO countries discuss advanced medical technologies
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In Bishkek, scientists from SCO countries discuss advanced medical technologies

The largest international medical forum has kicked off in Bishkek, bringing together outstanding scientists, professors, and leaders of major medical institutions from the SCO member states. As noted by the organizers, Bishkek has never hosted such a representative forum before. The program includes the VIII conference of the SCO Hospital Alliance, the "Mirrahimov Readings," Russian Medicine Days, and the first congress of the Association of X-ray Endovascular Surgeons and

27.03.2026, 14:07
Why city residents are not allowed into the "Alga" stadium. The Bishkek city hall explained the situation.
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Why city residents are not allowed into the "Alga" stadium. The Bishkek city hall explained the situation.

The Bishkek City Hall clarified the situation regarding access to the 'Alga' stadium, refuting rumors about its transfer to private hands. As local residents reported on social media, they faced a problem: the stadium gates were closed, and they were informed that the facility is now private property. The municipality specified that the stadium is still under the management of the city hall and is considered municipal property. Currently, the stadium is managed by the municipal

27.03.2026, 13:56
Global Money Week 2026 Kicks Off in Kyrgyzstan
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Global Money Week 2026 Kicks Off in Kyrgyzstan

Photo by the National Bank of the Kyrgyz Republic. Global Money Week 2026 starts in Kyrgyzstan From March 30 to April 3, an annual campaign dedicated to financial literacy, titled "Global Money Week 2026," will take place in Kyrgyzstan. This was reported on the National Bank's website. Under the slogan "Smart Money - Prosperity at Home," this initiative aims to enhance the level of financial literacy among the population. As part of the campaign, citizens will be

27.03.2026, 13:54
A conference was held in Bishkek as part of the first Youth Delphic Games of the SCO.
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A conference was held in Bishkek as part of the first Youth Delphic Games of the SCO.

An international scientific and practical conference was held in Bishkek, dedicated to the first Youth Delphic Games of the SCO member states. According to Bishkek Mayor Aibek Junushaliev, the Delphic Games represent not only a platform for creative self-expression but also an important humanitarian tool that contributes to the formation of a unified cultural space and strengthens trust between states, as well as creates conditions for sustainable development through culture and education.

27.03.2026, 13:53
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In the city of Gulcho, they decided to build 7-story residential buildings

In the Osh region, in the city of Gulcho, projects for the construction of state-subsidized housing and the development of the manufacturing sector are actively being developed. This was reported by the mayor of the city, Nursultan Tajibaev, in an interview with a Turmush correspondent. According to Tajibaev, a plot of land measuring 2 hectares and 65 ares was transferred to the municipality's balance in 2025 from law enforcement agencies. Currently, negotiations are underway with the

27.03.2026, 13:52
In Bishkek, the process of exchanging driver's licenses has been stabilized
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In Bishkek, the process of exchanging driver's licenses has been stabilized

Photo courtesy of the press service of the State Center for Vehicle Registration and Driver Licensing In the Eastern branch of the State Center for Vehicle Registration and Driver Licensing, the organization of the process for exchanging driver's licenses has significantly improved. The staff is working in an enhanced mode, providing services in both online and offline formats. Special attention is given to assisting citizens: if they have electronic documents in the "Tündük"

27.03.2026, 13:47
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Call Center: 700 People in Line for License Replacement at "Ayú Grande" Since Five in the Morning

According to information from the Call Center Kaktus.media, readers have reported mass queues at the city branch of the State Center for Vehicle Registration and Driver Licensing, located in the "Ayuu Grand" shopping mall. It has become known that many people were unable to use the online service for renewing their driver's licenses due to malfunctions in the "Tunduk" application, which forced them to come in person before the end of the free renewal campaign. ***- I

27.03.2026, 13:41
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In Bishkek, the placement of kiosks and garages on adjacent plots has been banned

In Bishkek, it is prohibited to place lightweight structures on residential plots. This order was signed on March 11 by the Minister of Construction, Architecture, and Housing and Communal Services, Nurdana Oruntaeva. A copy of this document was previously circulated on social media, and the agency confirmed that the decision was indeed made.

27.03.2026, 13:28
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Local authorities in Orlovka were given 1 week to install road signs and markings.

Deputy of the Orlovsky City Council Aigul Kabaeva drew attention to several critical road issues relevant to the city. Turmush reported that on March 26, a meeting of representatives from government structures and local self-government with residents of the eastern part of the Chui region (including Kemin, Chui, Issyk-Ata, and Alamedin districts) is taking place in Tokmok. This event is organized at the direction of President Sadyr Japarov with the aim of quickly addressing citizens'

27.03.2026, 13:28