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The BGC inquired why the new fire station in the Ak-Orgo new building was not put into operation.

In the new building Ak-Orgo, located on Ashar Street, a ceremony was held to open the fire station; however, it has not yet started its operations. This was stated on January 23 at a meeting of the permanent commission on social issues by deputy Erjan Nasiraliyev ("Adilet") of the Bishkek City Council, who raised a question about the reasons for the delay. As reported by Colonel Cholponbaev from the Ministry of Emergency Situations, the fire station has been put into operation, but

23.01.2026, 15:18
In Bishkek, the Zero VAWG Initiative Against Violence has been Launched
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In Bishkek, the Zero VAWG Initiative Against Violence has been Launched

The official launch of the Zero VAWG (Zero Violence Against Women and Girls) initiative took place in Bishkek, aimed at zero tolerance for violence against women and girls. This project is implemented with the support of the European Union and UN Women, with the goal of strengthening national mechanisms for the prevention of gender-based violence in Kyrgyzstan. At the ceremony, which gathered representatives from the government, UN systems, the European Union, as well as civil society

23.01.2026, 15:15
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The deputy proposes to restore the title "People's Teacher"

Deputy Toktobubu Ashimbaeva proposed to reinstate the title of "People's Teacher," presenting the corresponding amendments to the law on state awards and honorary titles on the official website of the Jogorku Kenesh. This title was introduced in 2001 and awarded to teachers of general education schools, as well as to instructors at higher and vocational educational institutions, employees of preschool and methodological institutions, and authors of textbooks for outstanding

23.01.2026, 15:13
A new prosecutor's office building has opened in the Alai District
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A new prosecutor's office building has opened in the Alai District

The Attorney General of the Kyrgyz Republic, Maksat Asanaliev, officially opened a new administrative building for the prosecutor's office in the Alaï district, located in the Osh region. This was reported by the press service of the prosecutor's office. In his speech, the Attorney General noted that the new building was created to improve the working conditions for the prosecutor's office staff and enhance their effectiveness in ensuring legality and protecting the rights of

23.01.2026, 15:12
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Concrete plant inspected: violations identified, laboratory tests appointed

The inspection of the concrete plant "Bishkek Concrete Plant" was initiated at the direction of Nurdana Oruntaeva, the Minister of Construction, Architecture, and Housing and Communal Services of the Kyrgyz Republic. The inspection was conducted by specialists from the Republican Center for Certification in Construction in collaboration with the Department of State Architectural and Construction Control, according to information provided by the agency's press service. During the

23.01.2026, 14:51
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Public hearings were held in the village administration of Kyzyl-Oktyabr: What residents discussed

In the Uzgen district of the Osh region, in the rural municipality of Kyzyl-Oktyabr, a public hearing was held with the participation of local residents. This information was announced by representatives of the rural municipality. Present at the event were the head of the rural municipality, Almaz Amirbekov, the chairman of the village council, local council deputies, and residents of the village.

23.01.2026, 14:43
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In the Talas Region, activities to reduce the number of jackals continue

With the onset of winter, dangerous predators begin to move closer to populated areas, creating a threat to residents. Additionally, their increasing numbers negatively impact the populations of rare birds and animals in mountainous forest areas. In response to the ongoing threat, planned hunting activities are aimed at reducing the numbers of these dangerous predators. As a result of the efforts in the Aitmatov district, 4 jackals were eliminated, a similar number in the Manas district, and 7

23.01.2026, 14:43
The Zero VAWG Initiative to Combat Violence Against Women and Girls Launched in Bishkek
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The Zero VAWG Initiative to Combat Violence Against Women and Girls Launched in Bishkek

The launch of the Zero VAWG (Zero Violence Against Women and Girls) initiative took place in Bishkek, initiated by the European Union in collaboration with UN Women. This project aims to achieve zero tolerance for violence against women and girls, as well as to improve national mechanisms for preventing gender-based violence in Kyrgyzstan. The ceremony, which gathered representatives from the government, the UN system, the European Union, civil society organizations, and the private sector,

23.01.2026, 14:36
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Panic Button, Alarm. The Protection of Bishkek Schools from Fires Discussed at BGK

At a meeting of the permanent commission of the city council on social issues, Deputy Mayor Victoria Mozgacheva reported that evacuation plans in case of fire have been developed for 119 schools and 124 kindergartens in Bishkek. She noted that an alarm button has been installed in each educational institution, with an annual budget of 15 million soms allocated for its maintenance.

23.01.2026, 14:34
Tashiev handed over the keys to an apartment to a family with triplets in Bishkek
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Tashiev handed over the keys to an apartment to a family with triplets in Bishkek

Kamchybek Tashiev, Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers and Head of the State Committee for National Security of the Kyrgyz Republic, handed over the keys to a two-room apartment to a family that welcomed triplets. According to information from the department, on January 21, a request from a family in the Talas region appeared in the media, reporting the birth of triplets and difficulties with housing.

23.01.2026, 14:32
The State Agency for Personal Data Protection reported on fake mailings
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The State Agency for Personal Data Protection reported on fake mailings

The State Agency for Personal Data Protection under the Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic has issued a statement regarding fake messages being circulated via WhatsApp in the name of its employees. The agency noted that such mailings have no relation to its official activities and may be linked to fraud. Furthermore, the agency emphasized that it does not use WhatsApp or other unofficial channels for conducting official correspondence or sending notifications to citizens.

23.01.2026, 14:28
The State Agency for Personal Data Protection Warned Citizens About Fraudsters
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The State Agency for Personal Data Protection Warned Citizens About Fraudsters

The State Agency for Personal Data Protection reported new cases of fraud related to the distribution of fake messages on behalf of official representatives and agency employees. These messages, which are spread through messengers, especially WhatsApp, are sent by third parties with the aim of deceiving citizens. It has been revealed that these messages have no relation to the work of the State Agency. The agency emphasized that it does not conduct official correspondence and does not send

23.01.2026, 14:17
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Audit. Employees of the Antimonopoly Service were paid bonuses several times a month

The Accounts Chamber of the Kyrgyz Republic conducted an audit of the budget of the Antimonopoly Regulation Service, which is part of the Ministry of Economy and Commerce. As a result of the audit, it was found that, despite the presence of goals for improving the material and technical base in regulatory documents, the funds from the Development and Material Support Fund were used extremely inefficiently. In 2023, only 378.2 thousand soms were allocated for these purposes, which is just 1.33%

23.01.2026, 14:04
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South Korea is the first in the world to regulate artificial intelligence

South Korea has become the first country in the world to implement a law regulating artificial intelligence. This comprehensive document requires the labeling of all materials created using AI, including images, videos, audio recordings, and deepfakes. According to Reuters, the law will come into effect in January 2026. The foundation of the new legislation is the Artificial Intelligence Basic Act, which establishes requirements for the transparency of AI services and introduces mandatory

23.01.2026, 13:30
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The Supreme Court and the Council of Judges must work in close coordination, - Satyiev

At the meeting of the Council of Judges held on January 22, the Chairman of the Supreme Court of Kyrgyzstan, Mederbek Satiev, made important statements, the press service of the Council of Judges reports. Satiev emphasized that the Supreme Court and the Council of Judges have equal constitutional status and share joint responsibilities for the state of the judicial system. He highlighted that for both structures to function effectively, established interaction is necessary, as many key

23.01.2026, 13:26
In the Antimonopoly Office, certain employees received bonuses several times a month
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In the Antimonopoly Office, certain employees received bonuses several times a month

In the press service of the Accounts Chamber of the Kyrgyz Republic, information was provided about an audit conducted, which covers the execution of the budget of the Antimonopoly Regulation Service for the period from 2020 to 2024. Significant violations were identified during the inspection. The audit revealed that despite the presence of objectives in legal acts aimed at improving the material and technical base, the actual use of funds from the Development Fund in this area remains at an

23.01.2026, 13:25
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The best shampoo from Japan is now available in Bishkek.

Japanese hair care products are known worldwide for their exceptional quality, scientific approach, and philosophy of gentle care. These products focus not on instant results but on restoring and maintaining the health of hair and scalp. In the brand's homeland, Japan, it earns the status of "the best" among numerous competitors in an environment of high consumer demands. The Japanese market is saturated with various local brands, and only those whose formulas undergo rigorous

23.01.2026, 13:21