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The bridge in the Kara-Kulzhinsky district sparked discussion — the akim explained the situation

In the village of Kara-Kochkor, a discussion has arisen regarding the construction of a bridge, which residents are reporting through videos on social media. The recordings show that bags filled with hardened cement remain inside the structure. Local residents and experts state their intention to closely monitor the progress of the work and emphasize the need for a strength inspection of the bridge after its completion.

27.01.2026, 16:28
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Kyrgyzstan filed a lawsuit against Russia in the EAEU Court

At the meeting of the Committee of the Jogorku Kenesh on labor, health, women's affairs, and social issues, held on January 27, it became known that Kyrgyzstan has filed a lawsuit against Russia in the Court of the Eurasian Economic Union. Deputy Gulnara Baatyrova emphasized the need to resolve issues related to obtaining medical insurance policies and servicing migrants from Kyrgyzstan in Russia.

27.01.2026, 16:24
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The Parliament will hold hearings on the "Occupational Safety" bill

The deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh have scheduled parliamentary hearings regarding the draft law "On Labor Protection" for February 10. This decision was made during a meeting of the Committee responsible for labor, health, women's issues, and social problems. The initiator of the draft law is the Cabinet of Ministers, and it will be presented by the Ministry of Labor. The new draft law is the result of a revision of the Labor Code, during which 29 articles related to labor

27.01.2026, 16:20
The fleet of energy workers in Issyk-Kul has been replenished with new special equipment
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The fleet of energy workers in Issyk-Kul has been replenished with new special equipment

In the Issyk-Kul region, a transfer of new special equipment for energy workers took place. This was reported by the Ministry of Energy. It became known that the keys to 37 units of equipment were handed over by the Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers, as well as the head of the President's Administration of the Kyrgyz Republic, Adylbek Kasymaliev, to the Ministry of Energy. Of this number, 4 units are intended for the Issyk-Kul PES. The new equipment was distributed among various

27.01.2026, 16:18
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Toktogon Altybasarova, who raised 150 orphans from besieged Leningrad: A letter united my husband and me

Among the many publications and documentaries about Toktogon Altybasarova, a resident of the village of Kurmöntü in the Tyup district of the Issyk-Kul region, one can see how she cared for 150 orphaned children evacuated from besieged Leningrad. Toktogon Altybasarova, also known as Tonya Mama, became a symbol of kindness and care. In St. Petersburg, a monument is being built in her honor to commemorate the 75th anniversary of Victory.

27.01.2026, 16:16
Crisis Center "Ayalzat" has provided assistance to 96 women and 185 children in 2 years
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Crisis Center "Ayalzat" has provided assistance to 96 women and 185 children in 2 years

From 2024 to 2025, the municipal crisis center "Ayalzat" provided social and psychological support to women and children who became victims of domestic and gender-based violence. According to the Bishkek city administration, during this time, assistance was provided to 281 people, including 96 women and 185 children. As of January 27, 2026, there are 40 people living in the center, including 15 women and 25 children, with a total capacity of 50 places.

27.01.2026, 16:07
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Private bailiffs, account seizures, alimony, and fines: changes to the system of enforcement of court decisions proposed in the Kyrgyz Republic

The Committee of the Jogorku Kenesh has scheduled a discussion of the draft law "On Amendments to Certain Legislative Acts in the Field of Enforcement Proceedings" for its first reading on January 27. The Deputy Attorney General, Umutkan Konkubaeva, reported that this draft law has been developed in accordance with the presidential decree dated June 23, 2025, No. 187. The main goal of the amendments is to enhance the effectiveness of the enforcement of judicial decisions and other

27.01.2026, 15:58
Deputy of the Jogorku Kenesh Opposed "Localized Licenses" for Lawyers
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Deputy of the Jogorku Kenesh Opposed "Localized Licenses" for Lawyers

It is proposed to introduce licenses for those who did not pass the qualifying exam The Ministry of Justice has initiated a draft law that proposes the introduction of a new concept called "localized license." This license will be issued to those who were unable to score enough points on the qualifying exam to obtain a lawyer's license. It is expected that such lawyers will be able to work in areas where qualified specialists are absent.

27.01.2026, 15:55
The Bar Association should operate on a voluntary basis — Chairman of the Bar of Chuy Region
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The Bar Association should operate on a voluntary basis — Chairman of the Bar of Chuy Region

She spoke out about the increase in membership fees without prior discussion At a meeting of the committee of the Jogorku Kenesh on constitutional legislation, local self-government, and regulations, the chairwoman of the territorial bar of Chui region, Aizana Niyazalieva, emphasized that members of the Council of Lawyers and commissions under the bar should work on a voluntary basis, without monetary compensation.

27.01.2026, 15:51
Call Center: Queues at the Meter Replacement Department of "Bishkekgaz" Outraged Subscribers. Video
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Call Center: Queues at the Meter Replacement Department of "Bishkekgaz" Outraged Subscribers. Video

Several clients of Bishkekgaz contacted the Kaktus.media call center, expressing dissatisfaction with the long queues in the department responsible for replacing gas meters. According to the subscribers, the commission that handles the meter verification works only once a week — on Tuesdays, and only from 1 PM. People who need to replace gas meters (for example, in case of battery discharge or malfunction) start lining up from 8 AM. By 2-3 PM, there are already more than 100 people in line,

27.01.2026, 15:49
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Call Center: A Traffic Light is Needed, Pedestrians are Not Being Allowed at the Crosswalk

In the Call center Kaktus.media, a local resident reached out to the authorities. She expressed concern about the lack of a traffic light at the intersection of Gagarin and Kupyanskaya streets. She noted: "It has become unsafe to cross the road at the crosswalk. Drivers do not stop to let pedestrians pass, especially at night when people are hard to see. I believe it is necessary to install at least a 'speed bump' so that drivers slow down and allow pedestrians to cross the road

27.01.2026, 15:44
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The Ministry of Health intends to optimize the work of state laboratories

At a meeting of the committee on labor, health, social issues, and women's affairs of the Jogorku Kenesh, Deputy Minister of Health Aibek Matkerimov reported on the Ministry of Health's plans to optimize the work of state laboratories. This statement was made during the discussion of the bill "On Medical Insurance for Citizens in the Kyrgyz Republic." In response to deputies' questions about the accessibility of state laboratories for the population, Matkerimov

27.01.2026, 15:36
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Law on Silence: Housing Committees May Be Allowed to Draft Noise Reports

The Ministry of Internal Affairs of Kyrgyzstan has prepared amendments to the Code of Offenses, as well as to the laws "On the Basics of Crime Prevention" and "On Silence." Deputies discussed this draft law at a meeting of the committee of the Jogorku Kenesh, which deals with issues of law and order and crime prevention. Deputy Minister of Internal Affairs Oktobyr Urmambetov reported that previously, the control over compliance with the silence law was under the Ministry of

27.01.2026, 15:36
In Suzak, a 12.8-hectare airfield has been returned to state ownership.
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In Suzak, a 12.8-hectare airfield has been returned to state ownership.

The State Committee for National Security of the Kyrgyz Republic (SCNS) has uncovered a case of illegal privatization of important state agricultural property. According to the agency, the plot, which was allocated to the Suzak inter-farm association "Plodorodie" in 1978 for aviation servicing of agricultural lands, was of significant importance for food security and the development of the country's agricultural sector. However, during the process of reforms and the liquidation

27.01.2026, 15:34
In Bishkek, the memory of the heroes and victims of besieged Leningrad was honored
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In Bishkek, the memory of the heroes and victims of besieged Leningrad was honored

Today in Bishkek, the international patriotic event "Blockade 872" took place, dedicated to the 82nd anniversary of the liberation of Leningrad from the fascist blockade. Participants included representatives of public organizations, government structures, veterans, as well as students and schoolchildren, as reported by the ANO "Eurasia". As part of the event, various commemorative, educational, and cultural activities were held in Bishkek. In Victory Park, with the support

27.01.2026, 15:30
In Kyrgyzstan, there are proposals to reform the system of free legal aid and the bar association.
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In Kyrgyzstan, there are proposals to reform the system of free legal aid and the bar association.

The Ministry of Justice has presented a draft law for discussion in the Jogorku Kenesh. Currently, a draft law is under consideration in the Jogorku Kenesh concerning amendments to several legislative acts regulating the legal profession and the system of guaranteed state legal assistance (GSLA). The main goal of the document is the digitalization of legal services, improving the structure of the Legal Assistance Service, and addressing the shortage of lawyers in the regions of the country.

27.01.2026, 15:23
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2,882 civil servants fined 13.7 million soms for incorrectly submitted declarations

In 2025, the Prosecutor's Office of the Kyrgyz Republic conducted an inspection regarding compliance with the regulations for submitting a unified tax declaration, which includes information about the income, expenses, obligations, and property of state and municipal officials. This was reported by the press service of the General Prosecutor's Office. As a result of the inspection, it was found that 3,472 officials either did not submit a declaration for 2024, or did so late or with

27.01.2026, 15:22
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The Ministry of Culture announced a competition for the development of a logo for the 40th anniversary of the Issyk-Kul Forum named after Chyngyz Aitmatov

The Ministry of Culture, Information, and Youth Policy has announced the start of an open competition for the development of a logo and brand book dedicated to the 40th anniversary of the Issyk-Kul Forum, named after the outstanding writer Chingiz Aitmatov. According to the press service of the ministry, the total prize fund amounts to 50,000 soms.

27.01.2026, 15:19
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The Ministry of Health plans to implement an ambulance call system through an app, like in a taxi.

At the meeting of the committee of the Jogorku Kenesh on labor, health, women's affairs, and social issues on January 27, deputy Zhyldyz Egemberdieva emphasized that the issue of reaching the "103" service is serious. According to her, it would be convenient for citizens to track the location and arrival time of ambulances, which could be implemented through a routing system.

27.01.2026, 15:05
The head of the MTRS instructed to enhance efforts to inform the public about the services at the "Kelechek" RC
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The head of the MTRS instructed to enhance efforts to inform the public about the services at the "Kelechek" RC

On January 26, the Minister of Labor, Social Security and Migration of Kyrgyzstan, Kanat Sagynbaev, made an unscheduled visit to the Children's Rehabilitation Center "Kelechek." This was reported by the press service of the ministry. During the visit, the minister got acquainted with the work of the center, the number of service recipients, and the staff composition.

27.01.2026, 14:58
A new electrical substation has been put into operation in the Nookat district of the Osh region.
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A new electrical substation has been put into operation in the Nookat district of the Osh region.

Photo by the Ministry of Energy. Substation "T. Kulatov" Energy Minister Talaybek Ibraev officially opened the substation "T. Kulatov" with a voltage of 35/10 kilovolts, as well as a new power transmission line in the Nookat district. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Energy. According to the provided information, the new electrical substation will ensure reliable electricity supply for 1,820 subscribers living in the villages of Abshir, Kojo-Aryk,

27.01.2026, 14:45
The training of teaching staff was discussed at the Ministry of Education with Edil Baysalov.
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The training of teaching staff was discussed at the Ministry of Education with Edil Baysalov.

At a meeting held at the Ministry of Education, current issues regarding the training of teaching staff and their professional development were discussed. According to information from the ministry's press service, high-ranking officials participated in the event, including Deputy Prime Minister Edil Baisalov, Minister of Education Dogdurkul Kendirbaeva, and Minister of Science, Higher Education and Innovations Gulzat Isamatova, as well as rectors and representatives of universities

27.01.2026, 14:09