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White swans spotted on Lake Issyk-Kul
At Lake Issyk-Kul, white swans winter. The regional police provided a video capturing white swans along the shoreline of Lake Issyk-Kul.
11.12.2025, 18:49
At Lake Issyk-Kul, white swans winter. The regional police provided a video capturing white swans along the shoreline of Lake Issyk-Kul.
The Ministry of Culture, Information, and Youth Policy announced the temporary suspension of Nurbek Talantbek uulu, the director of the Kyrgyz National Theater "Manas." On December 9, information about a conflict among the manaschi in this theater appeared on social media. In connection with this, the ministry decided to create a special commission to investigate the circumstances and conduct an objective assessment of the situation.
The International Forum dedicated to the World Mountain Day, focused on educational cooperation between Kyrgyzstan and Japan, was held at the Kyrgyz State Technical University named after I. Razakov. According to the press service of KSTU, the main focus of the forum was on issues of sustainable development in the mining industry and tunnel construction. Leading scientists and specialists from both countries participated in the event to exchange knowledge and new technologies.
According to the portal "Gramota.ru," the word of 2025 is "zoomer." In second place is "burnout," and third place goes to "red flag." The shortlist included 12 words, and the voting took place among 469 philologists from 23 organizations representing 20 cities in Russia. "Zoomer" received 42% of the votes, "burnout" — 38%, "red flag" — 37%, and "prompt" — 36% of the votes. The term "zoomer" refers to
Today, significant snow fell for the first time this winter season in the At-Bashinsky district. With the arrival of the snow cover, winter has begun to show its characteristic features throughout the region. Maksat Kadyrculov, the deputy head of the At-Bashinsky district, shared current information about the situation in the Ak-Sai valley.
The ensemble "Büchür," representing the children's art school named after J. Sheralieva in the At-Bashinsky district of the Naryn region, participated in a festival that took place in India. This became known thanks to the leader of the ensemble, Aida Aitmambetova.
In Toktogul, a monument to Khan Sadyr Arzymat uulu, a well-known ruler of the 18th century, has been unveiled. This was reported by the akim of the Toktogul district, Akylbek Tyukebaev. The monument is located at the entrance to the city, on the Bishkek–Osh highway in the Bala-Chychkan area, thanks to the support of sponsors.
The press service of the Main Internal Affairs Department of the Chui Region commented on the press conference organized by AKIpress, where the trusted representative of the candidate for the Jogorku Kenesh, E.Ch. Talaybek Azylov, announced information about financial violations that occurred during the election campaign. During the conference, Azylov reported violations related to the use of funds that were not accounted for in the election fund. He provided testimony to investigators from the
In connection with the misleading information circulating on social media regarding the restoration work on the historical monument "Tash-Rabat," the Ministry of Culture, Information and Youth Policy has made an official statement. According to the ministry's data, this site is at risk of destruction due to the influence of natural and human factors. In 2025, a tender was held for the restoration, which was won by the JSC "Yug-Stroyservice." This work is being carried
In the Kemin district, in the village of Ak-Tyuz, a memorial complex was opened to commemorate the miners and veterans. This became known thanks to information provided by the Russian House in Bishkek. This year, marking the 80th anniversary of Victory in the Great Patriotic War, the residents of the village established a memorial at its entrance. The first part of the memorial, which includes an arch and an obelisk with the names of war participants, was opened on May 9, and on December 6, an
In Kara-Kul, located in the Jalal-Abad region, inspections were organized on December 6 in meat shops and points of sale selling coal, with the aim of monitoring prices and preventing their unjustified increase. Representatives of the city administration, the antimonopoly agency, as well as police officers, municipal property management, and sanitary-epidemiological and veterinary services participated in the events.
On December 6, a fair was held in Kara-Kul at the large Saturday market, organized to provide local residents with affordable food and ensure food security. City officials, as well as representatives from local institutions and enterprises, participated in the event.
Local residents share their impressions of how magnificent Lake Issyk-Kul is during the autumn period. The water temperature begins to gradually decrease, but compared to the atmospheric conditions, it remains quite warm, which confirms the name of this body of water.
Turmush continues to introduce readers to the stories of Kyrgyzstani people who study and work outside their country. Samad Sharshybaev, who became blind, shared his experience of studying in the Japanese city of Tsukuba.
Yesterday, December 6, a solemn event was held in the capital of Kyrgyzstan, Bishkek, dedicated to the 70th anniversary of Muratbek Begaliev — an outstanding composer, People's Artist of the Kyrgyz Republic, and laureate of the Toktogul State Prize. According to the Ministry of Culture, among the honored guests were the Minister of Culture, Information, and Youth Policy Mirbek Mambetaliev, as well as representatives of culture, art, and foreign guests. The minister expressed gratitude for
In the Issyk-Kul region, in the territory of the Ak-Suu district, there is the pasture of Turgon, where a place known as "Mykaachy'nin koosu" is located (it is also called "Mykaachy'nin koktu" or "Mykaachy'nin say"). This landscape zone is situated in the Sary-Kolot area, adjacent to a pasture in the foothill region. Not far from this hollow flows the Sary-Jaz River, and an interesting fact about it was shared by a local resident from Karakol,
The large-scale reconstruction of the State National Russian Drama Theater named after Ch. Aitmatov in Bishkek has been completed, marking the most significant renovation in its history since its opening in 1972. According to the Ministry of Culture, extensive work was carried out during the theater's renovation, including the modernization of engineering systems, updating of interior spaces, reconstruction of the small and large halls, as well as the lobbies and foyer. Additionally,
On December 11, an exhibition titled "Guardians of the Mountains: NABU and the Conservation of the Snow Leopard in Kyrgyzstan" will take place at the memorial house-museum of M. V. Frunze. This event is timed to coincide with International Mountain Day, as reported by the Ministry of Culture of the Kyrgyz Republic. According to information from the ministry, the exhibition is organized in collaboration with the non-governmental organization "Nature Conservation Union (NABU) of
Turmush — A recent interview with Raziya Ummetova, a resident of the city of Manas, has become a topic of discussion in the media. The woman shared that her son left for Syria in 2015 and has been missing ever since, leaving her in constant anticipation. The press service of the State Committee for National Security (SCNS) provided additional information about Nurlan Zholdoshbekovich Umетов, Raziya's son.
34-year-old Kylchbek uulu Emilbek is actively engaged in woodworking. He graduated from the Karakol University named after Kasym Tynystanov in 2013, earning a degree in energy engineering.
Cary-Hiroyuki Tagawa, the renowned American actor of Japanese descent, has passed away at the age of 75, as reported by Deadline.
The official teaser for the film "Aitmatov," dedicated to the life and work of the famous writer, was released in Kyrgyzstan. This information was announced by the Ministry of Culture, Information, and Youth Policy of the Kyrgyz Republic. According to the authors, this work will be the first feature film based on biographical materials about the writer. All necessary rights for the adaptation have been secured in accordance with the legislation.
The owner voluntarily acknowledged his actions as illegal and returned everything back The property belonging to the Issyk-Kul branch of the state enterprise "AvtoVneshTrans" (now known as JSC "AvtoVneshTrans") has been returned to the state. This was reported by the press center of the State Committee for National Security (GKNB).
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In 2024, the construction of interchange infrastructure is planned in the residential area "Kyrgyzstan," which will not connect to Ch. Aitmatov Avenue. This information was announced at a meeting of the BGK held on December 4. Deputy Erkinbek Salymbekov reported numerous complaints from residents of the Lenin District, dissatisfied that after the reconstruction of Aitmatov Avenue, the entrances to the residential area were closed. Now people have to take significantly longer routes to
At the Kyrgyz National Philharmonic named after T. Satylganov, a ceremonial meeting was held today in honor of the Day of the Epic "Manas". According to the Ministry of Culture, among those present were State Secretary Arslan Koychiev, Deputy Minister of Culture, Information and Youth Policy Soyuzbek Nadybekov, Presidential Advisor Marat Imankulov, and other officials.
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Nurgaly Asanaliev, a private entrepreneur, officially presented apartments to seven manaschi. The Ministry of Culture reported that this gesture is part of efforts to popularize the epic "Manas" and promote it among the youth.
On December 3, the premiere of the musical "Jamiyla," based on the works of Ch. Aitmatov, took place at the S. Ibraimov Osh National Drama Theater. The creative team of the T. Satylganov Kyrgyz National Philharmonic presented this performance to the audience. High-ranking guests attended the event, including the plenipotentiary representative of the President of the Kyrgyz Republic in the Osh region, Amankhan Kenjebayev, his deputies, as well as district leaders and employees of
The National Academy "Manas", in collaboration with the Kyrgyz National University named after J. Balasagyn and the Institute of Literature named after Ch. Aitmatov of the National Academy of Sciences of the Kyrgyz Republic, organized an international scientific and practical conference on December 2, dedicated to the theme "Kyrgyz Statehood and the Phenomenon of Manas." According to the academy, among the participants of the conference were the State Secretary of the
As part of the International Day of Persons with Disabilities, celebrated on December 3, a performance titled "Trial of Fate" ("Тагдыр сыноосу") was held at the Barpa Theater in Jalal-Abad. This was reported by a Turmush correspondent. About 400 participants with disabilities attended the event. A series of activities were organized for them, including a concert program, motivational theatrical performances, and acts addressing social issues.
A young Kyrgyz director Kanibek Kalmatov shared with IA "Kabar" information about the start of filming the long-awaited full-length biographical film "Aitmatov," which is dedicated to the life and work of the outstanding writer Chyngyz Aitmatov. The filming process began on November 30. As Kalmatov stated, work is actively underway on the first block, and several filming stages are planned at different times. The main focus is on natural locations, where set designers and
The state enterprise "Avtovneshtrans," located in the Issyk-Kul region, has been returned to state control. According to information provided by the press service of the State National Security Committee, the property complex covering 7,245.74 square meters and a land plot of 50,414 square meters are now on the state balance.
The filming of a feature film dedicated to the outstanding writer Chyngyz Aitmatov has officially begun. This was reported to the Kabar agency by the director and cinematographer Kanibek Kalmatov. He noted that viewers will soon be able to see a teaser for the film, which will reveal the main events and themes that the movie will focus on.
In honor of the 85th anniversary of the birth of the outstanding opera performer and People's Artist of the USSR Bulat Minzhilkiyev, the V International Festival of Opera Art will be held at the Kyrgyz National Academic Theater of Opera and Ballet named after A. Maldybaev. According to Elena Myagkova, head of the literary and dramaturgical department of the theater, the event will take place on December 13 and 14. The festival will feature famous artists from the world opera stage. During
On December 7, 2025, the UniFrame Short Film Festival 2025 will take place in Kyrgyzstan. This festival, organized by SMM CLUB in collaboration with Ala-Too International University, is an annual short film competition, as reported by the Ministry of Culture of the Kyrgyz Republic. This event gives young talents the chance to showcase themselves as directors, screenwriters, or actors, as well as to present their vision on the big screen.
President Sadyr Japarov expressed support for the divers of the Emergency Situations Ministry's Diving Service, as well as employees of the Ministry of Internal Affairs and the Ministry of Natural Resources, Ecology and Technical Supervision involved in the cleaning of Lake Issyk-Kul. According to information from the Ministry of Emergency Situations, this work began on March 12, 2023, at the initiative of President Japarov. Currently, specialists from three ministries are participating
Sadyr Japarov, the president of the country, allocated funding to improve the food conditions for the employees of the Ministry of Emergency Situations who are engaged in cleaning Lake Issyk-Kul, as well as for the workers of the Ministry of Internal Affairs and the Ministry of Natural Resources responsible for the protection of the lake. Since the beginning of 2023, the cleaning of the lake has been carried out under the direct supervision of the president.
Recently, the Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic, Adylbek Kasymaliev, signed a resolution approving the Concept of Sustainable Development of the "Issyk-Kul" Ecological and Economic System until 2030, as well as an Action Plan for its implementation. The document outlines the main provisions of the concept, as well as a matrix of indicators that allows tracking progress in achieving the set goals.
Photo from the internet. The concept of sustainable development of Issyk-Kul has been approved by the Cabinet The Cabinet of Ministers has approved the concept of sustainable development of the ecological and economic system "Issyk-Kul," which will be in effect until 2030, as well as an action plan for its implementation. The decree was signed by the Prime Minister Adylbek Kasymaliev. According to the adopted document, not only the concept itself was approved, but also the action
Bishkek, 01.12.25. /Kabar/. As part of the VI World Nomad Games, a new cultural project called "Birimdik Kerbeni" will be launched in Kyrgyzstan, as reported by the international secretariat of the World Nomad Games.
Nazira Aaly kyzy has been appointed as the president of the National Academy "Manas". As reported by the academy itself, Oktay Kapalbaev, the deputy head of the Department of Political and Economic Research of the President's Administration of the Kyrgyz Republic, introduced her to the staff.
On November 28, a performance of the play "Semetey" was held at the Korean National Center for Asian Culture, which was presented in a bilingual format by a Korean-Kyrgyz creative team in a modern style. According to the Ministry of Culture of the Kyrgyz Republic, the event was attended by the First Deputy Minister Soyuzbek Nadyrbekov, representatives of the creative intelligentsia of Gwangju, and theater enthusiasts.
Turmush continues to share stories of Kyrgyzstani people with unique names. Koysun Atieva, a resident of the village of Mikhailovka in the Tyup district of the Issyk-Kul region, has been working in the field of education for 35 years.
In Kara-Kul, early elections for deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh are taking place today, organized at 9 polling stations, and all voting systems are functioning smoothly. As of 18:00, 5,485 out of 17,481 registered voters have already cast their votes, which represents a turnout of 31.4%.
The village of Boobek, located in the Chym-Korgon rural district of the Kemin region in the Chui province, has a long history according to local residents. Sartbay Kurmanaliev, a local historian and resident, shared in an interview with a Turmush correspondent that in the 1820s, Russia faced a complicated political situation, against which revolutionary movements became more active. "Emperor Alexander I, who was in St. Petersburg, strengthened colonial power in the regions, which
At polling station No. 7281, international observers noted the activity of voters and admired the national headdress. Today, November 30, on the day of the extraordinary elections for deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh, international observers at polling station No. 7281 in the village of Aleksandrovka in the Moscow district noted the high activity of voters and expressed admiration for the national headdress — the kalpak.
More than 120 years ago, the first public people's library of Kyrgyzstan was founded in the city of Karakol. This library was located in a building that previously belonged to merchant I.O. Abramov, who traded in iron goods, paints, and carpets.