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Deputy on Entry Rules for Kazakhs: Teachers at Bishkek School Are Being Forced to Resign

At the meeting on January 14, Deputy Elvira Surabaldiyeva raised the issue of problems related to the restrictions imposed on the entry of citizens of Kazakhstan into Kyrgyzstan. These measures affect Kyrgyz citizens who have been in Kazakhstan for more than 90 days within a 180-day period, which has been in effect since September 1. Since December 1, Kyrgyzstan has also implemented similar measures. Surabaldiyeva emphasized that many citizens were not properly informed about the new rules. She

14.01.2026, 12:35
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Cleaning of irrigation canals is being carried out in the Kara-Suu district

In the Kara-Suu district, active preparations for irrigation systems are underway for the upcoming 2026 irrigation season, as reported by the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry. Currently, work is being carried out in the region to clean, repair, and restore all irrigation channels. The cleaning of riverbeds from silt and other deposits that hinder the free flow of water is being conducted using specialized equipment to increase capacity. As part of this work,

14.01.2026, 12:32
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Deputy: Instruments of the maternity hospital and the purulent infection department of the NCODM are sterilized together

At the meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh on January 14, deputy Zhyldyz Sadyrbaeva raised the issue of the need to install autoclaves at the National Center for Motherhood and Childhood, located in the "Jal" microdistrict. She emphasized that this medical institution is experiencing a shortage of sterilizers for processing used instruments. "The existing autoclave, which was manufactured back in 1996, often breaks down. On days when it is not functioning, medical staff are forced to

14.01.2026, 12:30
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The Minister of Culture and the OSCE Representative on Freedom of the Media Discussed the State of the Media Sphere in Kyrgyzstan

On January 13, a meeting took place in the capital of Austria, Vienna, between the Minister of Culture, Information, and Youth Policy, Mirbek Mambetaliev, and Jan Bratu, a representative of the OSCE dealing with issues of media freedom. The press service of the Ministry of Culture reported that the meeting discussed current issues in the media sphere of Kyrgyzstan, as well as questions related to freedom of expression.

14.01.2026, 12:29
The State Emblem of Kyrgyzstan Turns 32 Years Old
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The State Emblem of Kyrgyzstan Turns 32 Years Old

On January 14, 2026, the republic will celebrate the 32nd anniversary of the adoption of the State Emblem of the Kyrgyz Republic — an important symbol of its independence and sovereignty. This emblem was officially approved by the Jogorku Kenesh on January 14, 1994, more than two years after Kyrgyzstan gained independence. Artists Asein Abdrayev and Sadyrbek Dubanaev became the authors of this significant symbol. Photo from the internet According to official sources, the selection of the main

14.01.2026, 12:15
Former Vice Mayor of Bishkek Detained
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Former Vice Mayor of Bishkek Detained

In Bishkek, high-profile officials have been detained in a corruption case, including the former vice mayor and several heads of contracting organizations. According to the press service of the State Committee for National Security (GKNB), it all began with an investigation related to the allocation of 22 million euros in 2015 for the improvement of the mayor's office infrastructure. These funds were intended for the purchase of special equipment, such as bulldozers and garbage trucks, as

14.01.2026, 11:48
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In the Chon-Kemin Nature Park, a snow leopard was released back into the wild

According to the Ministry of Natural Resources, Ecology, and Technical Supervision, a rare predator was spotted on December 29 at around 23:20 in the village of Boroldoy, located in the Kemin district. Preliminary data indicates that the snow leopard descended from the mountains and climbed a tree in the settlement. Specialists arrived at the scene to assess the condition of the animal and confirmed that it was in satisfactory condition. After examining the snow leopard, it was returned to its

14.01.2026, 11:46
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The Minister of Culture of Kyrgyzstan discussed bilateral cooperation with representatives of the Austrian government

Mirbek Mambetaliev, the Minister of Culture of Kyrgyzstan, held a meeting with Zepp Shellhorn, the Secretary of State of the Federal Ministry of Europe and International Affairs of Austria, as well as with representatives of the Austrian Department of Cultural Policy. According to information provided by the press service of the Ministry of Culture, the interlocutors emphasized that, despite the active development of cooperation in the fields of economy and technology, cultural and humanitarian

14.01.2026, 11:45
New Transformer Substations Installed in Chui Region
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New Transformer Substations Installed in Chui Region

In the Chuy region, the installation of new complete transformer substations (KTP) has been completed, carried out by the local electric network enterprise. In particular, new installations were placed in the following settlements:

14.01.2026, 11:41
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Deputy: Before the New Year, Kyrgyzstanis had to leave Russia en masse

At the meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh on January 14, Deputy Suynbek Omurzakov reported on the inclusion of Kyrgyz citizens legally residing in Russia in the Register of Controlled Persons. According to Omurzakov, Kyrgyz nationals have approached him regarding the blocking of their bank accounts and restrictions on their movement. As a result, they were forced to leave the Russian Federation before the holidays.

14.01.2026, 11:35
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The deputy reported how many cars with foreign license plates did not pass legalization

At the meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh on January 14, deputy Marlen Mamataliev reported that approximately 2,000 cars have not undergone legalization. He reminded that he had previously suggested conducting an additional legalization of vehicles with foreign license plates. However, Deputy Minister of Economy and Commerce Iskender Asylkulov stated that government agencies do not have accurate information on the number of cars needing legalization. “The minister said that if I help determine the

14.01.2026, 11:32
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Tinted "Range Rover" filmed near the airport — driver punished

In Talas, a "Range Rover" vehicle with illegally tinted windows was spotted. According to information provided by the press service of the Traffic Police Department of the Talas region, the driver of the vehicle has been fined 20,000 soms, and the vehicle itself has been placed in a towing lot.

14.01.2026, 11:24
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Bekeshev asks the president to prevent the construction of football fields in BotSAD

At the meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh on January 14, Dastan Bekeshev expressed dissatisfaction with the plans to build football fields in the Botanical Garden. He noted that this site is of great importance to Bishkek, serving as the city's "lungs." Bekeshev reminded that the legislation states that the Botanical Garden is intended for the protection of biodiversity and scientific research. "This garden was created for the cultivation of various plants, including endemic

14.01.2026, 11:16
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At "Manas" Airport, there is heavy fog. Several flights have been delayed.

Today, January 14, a thick fog is observed at Manas Airport, which has led to flight delays. This information was provided by the OJSC "Airports of Kyrgyzstan". According to the meteorological service, visibility at the airport is only 175 meters, while the required visibility for safe operations reaches 800 meters.

14.01.2026, 11:07
A fire occurred at the "Choluk Ata" market in Naryn
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A fire occurred at the "Choluk Ata" market in Naryn

A fire occurred at the 'Choluk Ata' market in Naryn, as reported by the regional emergency management agency. According to preliminary information, the fire started in one of the rooms of a hair salon located on the market's premises. Firefighters from the city and district divisions of the Naryn emergency management agency arrived at the scene. The fire was localized at 8:26 AM and completely extinguished by 9:05 AM. The area affected by the fire was about 90 square meters.

14.01.2026, 10:58
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In 2026, 17.6 million fry will be released into the Issyk-Kul and Son-Kul lakes.

In 2026, the release of 17.6 million fry into the lakes Issyk-Kul and Son-Kul is planned, of which 14.1 million will be directed to Issyk-Kul and 3.5 million to Son-Kul. This was reported by Daiyrbek Orunbekov, head of the information policy department of the President of Kyrgyzstan, on social media. He noted that measures to clean Issyk-Kul from fishing nets continue under the personal control of the country's president.

14.01.2026, 10:53
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At the IZO Museum, an exhibition by artist Ilgiz Edilson titled "Anatomy of Human Emotions" will take place.

On January 16, the opening of a solo exhibition by artist Ilgiz Edilson, titled "Anatomy of Human Emotions," will take place at the National Museum of Fine Arts named after Gapar Aitiev in Bishkek. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Culture. The exhibition represents an exploration of human emotional experiences, reflected through color, form, and the composition of space. Visitors will be able to see four color environments, each demonstrating a variety of

14.01.2026, 10:51
At Manas Airport, three flights were delayed due to dense fog
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At Manas Airport, three flights were delayed due to dense fog

Three flights were delayed at Manas International Airport due to heavy fog. According to the press service of the OJSC "Airports of Kyrgyzstan," the current visibility at the airport is only 175 meters. According to the agency, the delayed flights are arriving from cities such as Sharm el-Sheikh, Istanbul, and Moscow. Additionally, a flight from Egypt was redirected to Tashkent.

14.01.2026, 10:33
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The deputy opposed the construction of football fields in the Botanical Garden

At a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, deputy Dastan Bekeshev expressed his position against the plans to build football fields in the Botanical Garden, emphasizing the significance of this place for the entire country. He noted that there are only two botanical gardens in Kyrgyzstan — one in Bishkek at the intersection of Gorky and Akhunbaev streets, and the other in Naryn. Bekeshev stressed how important these spaces are for ecology and scientific research.

14.01.2026, 10:30
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Parents of students at school No. 26 complain about the lack of heating. Response from the city hall.

Parents of students at school No. 26 contacted the Call Center Kaktus.media. They expressed dissatisfaction with the lack of heating in the right wing of the school. “Since the beginning of December, there has been no heating in half of the school. After the winter holidays, the situation has not changed; it is still cold in the classrooms. The weather forecast for the coming days reports severe frosts, but no actions have been taken. In the classroom where six-year-old children study, classes

14.01.2026, 10:27
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Baktyyar Kalpaev: 1,500 Kyrgyz prisoners have been waiting for extradition for years

As of today, there are over 1,500 citizens of Kyrgyzstan serving prison sentences outside the country, of which approximately one thousand are located in Russian institutions. This information was announced by the deputy of the Jogorku Kenesh, Baktyyar Kalpaev, during a parliamentary session. “It is necessary to bring them back to their homeland, as there is a risk that they may be recruited by various terrorist groups. Some of them have been waiting for their extradition for many years — from

14.01.2026, 10:26
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A residential building is being constructed in the city of Osh for graduates of the family orphanages "Lotus" and "Altyn Uya."

In Osh, the construction of a two-story residential building has begun, which will be intended for graduates of the family orphanages "Lotus" and "Altyn Uya"; it will contain a total of 54 apartments. According to the local administration, the apartments will be provided to the graduates of these institutions free of charge for a period of 10 years. Each apartment will have an area of 25 square meters and will be equipped with everything necessary for comfortable living.

14.01.2026, 10:23