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The IZО Museum will host a continuation of the workshop on sewing and embroidery of the beldemchi belt.

On January 31, the second stage of the master class dedicated to the sewing and embroidery of the traditional Kyrgyz belt, beldemchi, will take place at the National Museum of Fine Arts named after Gapar Aitiev. The event will be held under the guidance of Turar Turganaly, an artist and designer who is a member of the Union of Artists, as reported by the press service of the Ministry of Culture. Beldemchi is a traditional wrap skirt or cape with a wide belt, which is an integral part of the

31.01.2026, 12:13
Residents of the Pervomaisky District Discussed Social Issues with the Mayor
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Residents of the Pervomaisky District Discussed Social Issues with the Mayor

In Bishkek, in the Pervomaisky district, Mayor Aybek Junushaliev held a meeting with local residents who were included as part of the administrative-territorial reform (ATR). This information was provided by the city hall. Among the participants of the meeting were residents from the districts of Maevka, Tendik, Kalyis-Ordo, Stepnoye, MTU No. 207, as well as from the residential areas of "Muras-Ordo," "Dacha-Suu," "Kut," and the village of Ozyornoye, in addition

31.01.2026, 11:45
The Responsibility of Construction Companies Discussed in the Ministry of Construction of Kyrgyzstan
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The Responsibility of Construction Companies Discussed in the Ministry of Construction of Kyrgyzstan

A working meeting took place in Bishkek, where under the leadership of Nurdana Oruntaeva, the Minister of Construction, Architecture, and Housing and Communal Services, the Mayor of the capital, Aibek Junushaliev, the President of the Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Temir Sariev, and representatives of major construction companies gathered. The initiative for this meeting aligns with the instructions of President Sadyr Japarov, given on January 23. During the discussion, participants focused

31.01.2026, 11:26
The Mayor of Bishkek Informed EBRD Representatives About Projects Being Implemented in the Capital
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The Mayor of Bishkek Informed EBRD Representatives About Projects Being Implemented in the Capital

In the Bishkek City Hall, a dialogue took place between Mayor Aibek Junushaliev and representatives of the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development. The press service of the municipality reported this. During the meeting, joint projects were discussed, including issues of heating and water supply in the capital, as well as Bishkek's participation in the EBRD's "Green Cities" program. The mayor shared information about significant initiatives being implemented in

31.01.2026, 11:19
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Up to 80 percent of oral cavity cancer cases are linked to the use of nasvay

According to information provided by the Bishkek Center for Health Strengthening, about 80% of cases of cancer of the lips, tongue, and larynx are associated with the use of nasvay, according to oncologists. Experts note that in Kyrgyzstan, the sale of nasvay is not regulated by legislation, making it easily accessible. It is packaged in compact containers and does not have a strong odor, unlike cigarettes, which creates an illusion of harmlessness. This circumstance makes nasvay particularly

31.01.2026, 11:02
A meeting with the heads of construction companies took place in Bishkek. What was discussed?
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A meeting with the heads of construction companies took place in Bishkek. What was discussed?

In the capital of Kyrgyzstan, Bishkek, a meeting was held at the "Tunguch" theater with representatives of construction companies operating in the urban space. This information was received from the city hall. The event was organized at the request of President Sadyr Japarov and took place in an open dialogue format with the participation of Mayor Aibek Junushaliev, Minister of Construction, Architecture, and Housing and Communal Services Nurdana Oruntaev, as well as President of the

31.01.2026, 10:57
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Six units of special equipment were transferred to the Sokuluk district through a leasing company.

Six units of special equipment have been put into operation for one of the rural municipalities in the Sokuluk district through a state leasing company. This information was provided by the district state administration to a Turmush correspondent. The ceremony for the transfer of the equipment took place with the participation of the akim of the Sokuluk district, Iliyaz Tashkulov. The new equipment was directed to the municipal enterprise "Taza айыл үчүн" for the Manas rural

31.01.2026, 10:24
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The deputy proposes to grant migrants the right to make social contributions in the KR

At the joint meeting of the parliamentary groups "Ala-Too" and "Eldik," held on January 30, Isirailov stated that many migrants have been working abroad for 10, 20, and even 30 years, particularly in Russia. In his opinion, they make a significant contribution to the economy of their country and deserve support. "We must help them. I propose allowing social contributions of 1,000 to 2,000 soms so that they can accrue work experience," the deputy added, calling for

31.01.2026, 10:03
The Russian-Kyrgyz Dictionary of Diplomatic Terms Presented at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic
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The Russian-Kyrgyz Dictionary of Diplomatic Terms Presented at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic

On January 30, 2026, a presentation of a new dictionary titled "Russian-Kyrgyz Dictionary of Terms in the Field of International Relations and Diplomacy" was held at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic. This was reported by the press service of the ministry. The event was attended by the Minister of Foreign Affairs Jeenbek Kulubaev, as well as the Chairman of the National Commission on the State Language and Language Policy under the President of the Kyrgyz

31.01.2026, 09:59
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International organizations demand the release of Mahabat Tajibek kyzy

The international human rights group Amnesty International, along with eight other NGOs, is urgently calling on the authorities of Kyrgyzstan to immediately release journalist Mahabat Tajibek kyzy. As noted by Marie Strazers, the director of Amnesty International for Eastern Europe and Central Asia, the Kyrgyz authorities have a clear choice: to adhere to their international human rights obligations or to continue ignoring them.

31.01.2026, 09:28
Innovative museums, robots, cinema. An entertainment center is being built in Talas.
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Innovative museums, robots, cinema. An entertainment center is being built in Talas.

The opening of a modern entertainment complex called "Balastan" is planned in Talas. The initial stage of construction was inspected by the first deputy representative of the President of Kyrgyzstan in the region, Maksat Baijigitov. According to a press release from the representative office, the new center will feature innovative museums, bowling alleys, cinemas, as well as various mazes and zones that promote the intellectual and creative development of children.

31.01.2026, 09:13
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The deputy proposed to consider increasing the amount of the "social contract"

At a joint meeting of the parliamentary groups "Eldik" and "Ala-Too" on January 30, the member of the Jogorku Kenesh, Azizbek Tursunbaev, emphasized the importance of increasing payments under the "social contract" program. He noted that initially the amount of these payments was 100,000 soms, then it was increased to 150,000 soms, but in his opinion, even this amount may prove insufficient for an effective business start. Tursunbaev also raised the question of the

31.01.2026, 09:06
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Winter Fishing for Roach

Residents of the Chui region are catching large roach. Experts in ichthyology note that roach is a species of fish that is found exclusively in the Chui region. It reaches sexual maturity in its second or third year of life, and its weight ranges from 50 to 100 grams. For a beginner angler, catching roach can be a stroke of luck, while for experienced fishermen, it serves as a reliable support.

31.01.2026, 08:40
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Illegally built houses in Bishkek will be considered under the amnesty law, - city hall

In Bishkek, the law on amnesty is being discussed in the context of illegally constructed houses. This was reported by Azamat Kadyrov, the deputy mayor of the capital, during a meeting of the "Mekenchil" parliamentary group. Deputy Erkeaiym Seitkazieva noted that there are still houses in the city that were built without complying with the legislation and have not received legalization under the amnesty. Some of these properties have ended up in protected zones, according to the

31.01.2026, 07:45
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Temperature Records. The coldest January 31 in Bishkek was in 1972.

As of January 31, the coldest day in Bishkek (then Frunze) in recorded history is considered to be in 1972. This is reported by the resource "Weather and Climate" with data. On that day, the temperature in the capital dropped to −22.7 degrees. On the opposite end, the year 2007 recorded +18.2 degrees on January 31. The resource "Weather and Climate" accumulates information about weather conditions worldwide. Temperature records for each day are determined as maximum and

31.01.2026, 07:38
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A lecture on Japanese art will be held at the IZO Museum

On January 31, the National Museum of Fine Arts named after Gapar Aitiev will host a lecture dedicated to Japanese visual art. According to the museum's information, during the lecture, participants will be able to immerse themselves in the work of outstanding Japanese painting masters, as well as discuss key moments in the development of art, including movements such as ukiyo-e prints.

31.01.2026, 03:40
Residents of Bishkek are invited to a concert of organ music
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Residents of Bishkek are invited to a concert of organ music

On February 7-8, an organ music concert is scheduled to take place at the Toktogul Satylganov Kyrgyz State Philharmonic in Bishkek. This information is provided by the event organizers. As part of the concert, Gabit Nesipbaev, a honored artist of Kazakhstan, will perform. Photo by the organizers The program titled “To the Music of Vivaldi...” includes instrumental concertos that were transcribed for organ by Johann Sebastian Bach. The performance is set to begin at 18:00, and the ticket price

30.01.2026, 23:07
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The Daughter of Tolomush Okeeva Released a Book About Her Father's Film

Recently, a book dedicated to the famous feature film "The Sky of My Childhood," which has become a landmark work in the history of Kyrgyz cinema, was published. This was reported by the Ministry of Culture. This publication is a documentary project that thoroughly describes the process of creating the first feature film by the outstanding director Tolomush Okeeva, known on the international stage for his works.

30.01.2026, 22:22
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The Story of One Family: In Kemino, a Musician Fell for a Wedding Guest and Proposed to Her

In the Chuy region, in the Kemin district, a competition has concluded to determine the "Most Cheerful Family" [“Шайыр үй-бүлөө”]. The married couple Islam Ukoyev and Yryskul Egembaeva from the village of Kichi-Kemin participated in this contest. Islam shared information about his family with Turmush. The couple has been living in harmony and managing their household for 11 years. They have six children growing up in their family — two sons and four daughters. "In our

30.01.2026, 21:33
The Days of Kyrgyz Cinema are taking place in Astana
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The Days of Kyrgyz Cinema are taking place in Astana

Yesterday, the Days of Kyrgyz Cinema kicked off in Astana, organized by the Embassy of Kyrgyzstan in Kazakhstan in collaboration with the Ministry of Culture and Information of the Republic of Kazakhstan. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. At the opening of the event, the Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary Ambassador of Kyrgyzstan, Kudaibergen Bazarbaev, emphasized that the Kazakh audience shows a constant interest in Kyrgyz cinema, noting that in 2024

30.01.2026, 21:25