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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
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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
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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
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In Osh, part of the cemetery will be relocated for road expansion

Work on relocating part of the cemetery has already begun in Osh. The city hall reported that Alymbek Datka Street will be widened, which necessitates the relocation of a section of the cemetery. Specialists are currently engaged in exhuming remains that will be reburied in another location.

05.02.2026, 17:42
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Uzbekistan Obtained Direct Access to the World Ocean Through Pakistan

The Ministry of Transport of Uzbekistan has signed an agreement with the administration of the port of Karachi to create specialized warehouse facilities for handling export and import cargo, as reported by Podrobno.uz. During negotiations in Pakistan, an agreement was reached on the allocation of land plots and ready-made spaces for the formation of Uzbek logistics terminals. This will allow local carriers to manage the processes of accumulation and distribution of goods in the seaport more

05.02.2026, 17:37
A rehabilitation town will be built in the village of Archaly (sketches)
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A rehabilitation town will be built in the village of Archaly (sketches)

According to the directive from President Sadyr Japarov, a modern town is planned to be created in the village of Archaly, which will serve as an educational and scientific-methodological center in the field of rehabilitation. This will be possible based on the existing rehabilitation center "Maksat," as reported by the press service of the Ministry of Health. Sketches.

05.02.2026, 17:35
In Osh, some residents of one street will be relocated to the residential area "Ene-Sai"
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In Osh, some residents of one street will be relocated to the residential area "Ene-Sai"

Today, the mayor of the city of Osh, Jenishbek Toktorbaev, conducted a morning raid, starting at the intersection of Mamazhan and Alimbek Datka streets. This was reported by the press service of the municipality. As part of the raid, the mayor instructed the relevant services to eliminate illegal constructions and objects that hinder traffic on Alimbek Datka street. He also ordered the identification of cases of unauthorized use of residential premises as trading points.

05.02.2026, 17:28
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In the housing complex, it was proposed to move universities from Bishkek to neighboring cities. The Cabinet supported the idea.

The idea of Ilimbek Kubanychbekov to relocate universities from Bishkek to neighboring regions was voiced at a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh on February 5, where deputies discussed the issues of traffic congestion in the capital. Kubanychbekov proposed several solutions, including the possibility of moving re-export and vehicle registration procedures outside the city, for example, to Tokmok or Kara-Balta, which could help reduce the level of road congestion in Bishkek. In his opinion,

05.02.2026, 17:24
Call Center: The asphalt laid today is already cracking
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Call Center: The asphalt laid today is already cracking

On Timur Frunze Street, the asphalt that was laid just a few hours ago has already cracked. A reader of Kaktus.media shared photos from the scene. “Three days ago, a huge hole about two meters in diameter appeared on this street. Today, road workers removed the old asphalt and laid new, but after two hours it was in this condition,” he wrote in his message.

05.02.2026, 17:23
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The Ministry of Construction hopes to close all emergency schools in 2026-2027.

The Minister of Construction, Architecture, and Housing and Communal Services, Nurdana Oruntaev, reported at a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh that over the past four years, the number of emergency socially significant facilities has been significantly reduced. In response to deputies' questions about the condition of emergency buildings, the minister emphasized the regular monitoring conducted by his department.

05.02.2026, 17:21
Kamchybek Tashiev opened a new sports complex in Bishkek
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Kamchybek Tashiev opened a new sports complex in Bishkek

Today, a new sports complex was inaugurated in Bishkek, which also includes the completion of major renovations of a dormitory, a mosque, and an educational building. The ceremony was attended by Kamchybek Tashiev, Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers and Chairman of the State Committee for National Security (GKNB). According to the GKNB press service, the new complex includes a wrestling hall, spectator stands, a food court, modern dormitories, a conference hall, and additional

05.02.2026, 16:59
Bishkek City Court upheld the fine for a woman for slapping her ex-husband.
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Bishkek City Court upheld the fine for a woman for slapping her ex-husband.

The ex-husband received 16 protection orders and was sentenced to 4 years for abuse with probation The Bishkek City Court confirmed the decision to impose a fine of 10,000 soms on a woman who slapped her ex-husband. This was reported by lawyer Nurbek Toktakunov on his social media, commenting on the situation. "Unfortunately, I have sad news about a precedent that negatively affects women. The court upheld the decision of the Sverdlovsk District Court, which imposed a fine of 10,000 soms

05.02.2026, 16:58
Kyrgyzstan and India Discussed Cooperation in the Defense Sector
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Kyrgyzstan and India Discussed Cooperation in the Defense Sector

On February 4 and 5, a seminar titled "Strengthening Cooperation in the Defense Industry between India and Kyrgyzstan" took place in Bishkek. This event was held with the support of the Indian Embassy in Bishkek, the Department of Defense Production of the Ministry of Defense of India, the Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FICCI), and the Ministry of Defense of the Kyrgyz Republic.

05.02.2026, 16:58
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A school is planned to be built 50 meters from a tuberculosis hospital. The deputy sounds the alarm.

At the meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh on February 5, Deputy Medina Kairylbekova expressed concern about plans to build a new school just 50 meters from the tuberculosis hospital. She emphasized the need to relocate the medical facility to a more distant location. Kairylbekova noted that the tuberculosis hospital is located in the center of Talas and is not connected to the city sewage system, instead using a septic tank. In close proximity, just 55 meters away, is an existing school, where the

05.02.2026, 16:56
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Minister Oruntaev reported on the bankruptcy of the construction company "Emakom"

At the "government hour" in the Jogorku Kenesh, the Minister of Construction, Architecture, and Housing and Communal Services, Nurdin Oruntaev, reported on the actual bankruptcy of the construction company "Emacom." He emphasized that the company lacks the funds to complete its current projects. Oruntaev pointed out the presence of problematic sites both in Bishkek and Osh. Some of them are at the stage of unfinished construction, while others have been completed but not put

05.02.2026, 16:55
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In the city of Osh, 12 streets have been connected to the central sewage system.

In Osh, in the municipal territory management "Sulaiman-Too," the connection of 12 streets to the central sewage system has been completed. This was reported by Mukhammed Ilyazov, the head of this management. He noted that work on connecting the remaining 2-3 streets is ongoing. "At the moment, only 2-3 streets are still not connected, and work on them continues. There is also a section about 150-200 meters long that needs to be connected. After that, the Sheyit-Döbö area will be

05.02.2026, 16:37
The Ministry of Health strengthens control at airports due to the Nipah virus
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The Ministry of Health strengthens control at airports due to the Nipah virus

A system of preventive measures is being developed in Kyrgyzstan to prevent the spread of the Nipah virus. This was stated by the Minister of Health Kanbek Dosmambetov at a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh. According to him, the republic is actively cooperating with neighboring countries, including Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan. The parties are exchanging data and studying each other's response protocols to the threat. "Students arriving from India undergo mandatory medical examinations.

05.02.2026, 16:33
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"The cost price of a 'square' is $700, but it's sold for $1,400." The deputy demanded to check the GIK.

At the meeting held on February 5, Deputy Nurlanbek Azygaliev asked a question about the prices of apartments being built under the state mortgage program. He inquired about the cost per square meter of housing, to which the deputy head of the GIK company, Nurlan Kudaykulov, responded that it is 59,140 soms in Bishkek and 64,800 soms in the regions. According to him, the selling price ranges from $900 to $1,400 per square meter.

05.02.2026, 16:28
Former President of Nagorno-Karabakh Sentenced to Life in Baku
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Former President of Nagorno-Karabakh Sentenced to Life in Baku

Photo by RBC. Araik Harutyunyan, archival photo The military court in Baku has sentenced former leaders of the Armenian Nagorno-Karabakh to life imprisonment. These politicians were detained in 2023 as a result of a military operation, after which the disputed territory was transferred under the control of Azerbaijan, RBC reports. Among the convicted is Araik Harutyunyan, who served as the president of the Nagorno-Karabakh Republic (NKR) from 2020 until August 2023. He was accused of

05.02.2026, 16:19
The deputy proposed to strengthen control over the use of sunflower oil in cafes and markets.
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The deputy proposed to strengthen control over the use of sunflower oil in cafes and markets.

At a recent meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, deputy Gulsunkan Junushalieva raised the issue of the reuse of sunflower oil in public catering establishments. She emphasized that this oil is only permissible to use twice. “In our cafes, it is not always known how many times this product has been used. It is necessary to conduct a sanitary examination. Children eat at KFC, and this negatively affects the quality of food. At the Osh market, they prepare boorsoks in old, dark oil, yet there is still

05.02.2026, 16:16