- As of July 1, 2025, the external debt of the banking system of Russia reached $103.7 billion. At the same time, the debt of other sectors of the country's economy increased by $8.6 billion, totaling $135.7 billion.
At the meeting held on October 24, 2025, the Board of Directors of the Bank of Russia made the decision to lower the key interest rate, marking the fourth consecutive reduction. The rate now stands at 16.5% per annum, which is 0.5 percentage points lower than the previous level. The key interest rate is the minimum percentage at which the Central Bank provides loans to commercial banks and accepts their funds on deposits. Increasing this rate helps combat inflation: more expensive loans lead
According to information announced on October 23 during a radio broadcast, Kyrgyzstan not only fully meets its needs for meat products but also exports both meat and live cattle to neighboring countries. This was reported by Uran Chekirbaev, head of the food security department of the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry. Chekirbaev noted that interest in Kyrgyz meat is constantly growing, especially from Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan. According to him, "we not
In anticipation of the Day of Transport Workers and Road Management of the Kyrgyz Republic, the director of the Karabalta automotive enterprise, Iskra Liu, was recognized among professionals in her field. She is one of the leading specialists in the field of automotive transport in the Chui region. Iskra Liu has dedicated more than half a century to her career in the transport industry, of which 47 years she worked at the "Karabalta Automotive Enterprise." This enterprise has long
- In the metallurgical industry of Kyrgyzstan, from January to August 2025, growth has been noted in several segments. This is evidenced by data published by the National Statistical Committee. In particular, the output of metal structures and their components increased by 11.7% compared to the same period last year, reaching 23 thousand tons.
In the Call Center Kaktus.media, photographs were sent showing large accumulations of plastic waste near the resort "Jalal-Abad". Reader's photo. Reader's photo. Reader's photo. Addressing the Ministry of Natural Resources, Ecology, and Technical Supervision of the Kyrgyz Republic and local self-government bodies, the authors of the complaint noted that the resort area needs protection. Previously, there were barriers in place, which have now been removed, allowing
On October 26, the Mini-Center for Public Services located on Chuy Avenue, opposite the CHP, will be unavailable for service due to technical work. This information was provided by the State Institution "Kyzmat". Resumption of work is scheduled for Monday: from 10:00 to 19:00; break from 14:00 to 15:00. At this Mini-Center for Public Services, you can: obtain a passport; register your residence address.
Kumarkan Ishenalieva, a resident of the village of Kara-Suu in the At-Bashinsky district, spoke about a mysterious and almost forgotten ritual of the Kyrgyz people — “köl börü.” Despite the fact that this ritual is hardly practiced in modern times, some elderly women with special healing abilities (Kyrg. - “kolunda emii bar apalar”) continue to use it.
On Sunday, October 26, the mini-CAC located on Chuy Avenue in Bishkek (right across from the CHPP) will be unavailable for visitors due to technical work. This information was provided by the press service of the State Institution "Kyzmat". The center is scheduled to resume operations on Monday, October 27, when it will open at the usual time from 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM. There will be a break during the day from 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM to compensate for the missed Sunday.
In Kyrgyzstan, the approval of new administrative borders for the city of Kara-Suu and the rural district of Kerme-Too, located in the Aravan district of the Osh region, is planned. The draft law, developed by the Ministry of Economy and Commerce, has already been sent for public discussion.
- The production volumes of textiles and clothing in Kyrgyzstan have shown growth in most categories. This information was announced by the National Statistical Committee. Fabric production increased by 47% compared to the same period last year, reaching 19.8 million square meters. Women's clothing reached a figure of 12.6 million units, which is 24% higher than the previous year's level.
- Adjustments have been made to the Action Plan aimed at implementing the State Program for increasing the share of cashless payments in the Kyrgyz Republic for the period from 2023 to 2027. As stated in the resolution signed by the Cabinet of Ministers on October 10, the changes concern the introduction of escrow accounts for real estate transactions and shared construction, the development of infrastructure for cashless payments in trade and services, as well as enhancing the interoperability
In Kyrgyzstan, the opening of more than a hundred new manufacturing enterprises is expected by the end of the year. This was reported by Iskender Mamatov, head of the regional development policy department of the Ministry of Economy and Commerce, in an interview on the radio. He noted that in 2024, 102 industrial enterprises were launched, and as of August 31 of the current year, their number reached 67.
- Resolution No. 657, adopted by the Cabinet of Ministers on October 10, 2025, became the basis for the establishment of the Open Joint Stock Company "Green Financing Fund of the Kyrgyz Republic." The Ministry of Economy and Commerce of the Kyrgyz Republic acts as the founder and sole shareholder of the new Fund. It has been tasked with:
- In the first eight months of 2025, the volume of industrial production in Kyrgyzstan reached 437.1 billion soms, indicating an increase of 11.5% compared to the same period in 2024. This data was presented by the National Statistical Committee. At the regional level, the Naryn region stands out with the highest growth rate, where the physical volume index reached 176.9%. High figures are also observed in the Batken region — 126.6%, while in the major cities of Bishkek and Osh, the growth
The National Bank of Kyrgyzstan reacted to the sanctions imposed by the European Union concerning two local banks. According to the EU Council Regulation published on October 23, 2025, these banks were included in the sanctions list due to actions by Russia that undermine stability in Ukraine.
- Work has begun on the modernization of the Kydyralysky irrigation canal in the Manas district, where a modern concrete surface will be laid. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Agriculture. According to the information from the ministry, the project is being implemented as part of a nationwide program covering 40 districts, with each district allocated 10,000 square meters of concrete surface. The length of the Kydyralysky canal is 18 km.
In 2024, there were approximately 600 companies in the food industry of the Kyrgyz Republic, making this sector a leader among all branches of the manufacturing industry, where nearly 3,000 entities operate. It is important to note that one in five of these organizations is engaged in the production of food or beverages. Dairy enterprises occupy an impressive 16 out of 20 positions in tax contributions within this industry.
The internal market of Kyrgyzstan is currently satisfied with grain only by 20-25%, while the main part, amounting to 75-80%, comes from abroad. This was reported on October 23 during a broadcast on the Uran radio station by Chekirbaev, head of the food security department of the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry. Chekirbaev noted that during the Soviet period, the country's self-sufficiency in grain reached 60-80%, but the situation has changed, and imports
In the Jumgal district of the Naryn region, the newly formed song and dance ensemble "Bekbekey" participated in the "International Festival of Culture and Arts," which took place in eight cities across Turkey. This was reported by the head of the ensemble, Baktygul Ryspaikyz.
The volume of egg and poultry meat production in Kyrgyzstan is showing positive dynamics. On the air of the radio on October 23, Uran Chekirbaev, head of the food security department of the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry, spoke about this. Chekirbaev noted that the sector of small farms, particularly in the southern part of the country, is developing especially actively.
In the historical and ethnographic museum of the Jumgal district, there are now more than 100 exhibits related to the 19th and 20th centuries. Previously, these items were housed in the school museum named after Kalik Akiev, located in the village of Kyzyl-Zhyldyz in the Jumgal district, which is currently closed.
Today, an important ceremony took place in the Kara-Suu district of the Osh region, where a time capsule was laid at the main water intake facility of the Otuz-Adyr main canal. According to the Ministry of Agriculture, this event symbolizes the beginning of large-scale modernization of the Kurshab-Sai irrigation system, which is of great importance for the agricultural sector of the region. In a solemn atmosphere, Bakyt Torobaev, Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers and Minister of
It has been a month since Chynybek and Aysulu got married, and they moved to the aiyl where Khan Karakhan ruled, which in Kyrgyz translates to Black Khan. Karakhan was an evil wizard — this was known to all the residents of the aiyl, and everyone feared him. Only Chynybek was unaware of this, but soon their paths intertwined. This happened on the day of falcon hunting, which Karakhan was very fond of. As soon as he released the falcon on a hare, the bird flapped its wings and flew back home,
The status of women in family relationships changed depending on age, the number of children born, authority among related families, etc. The principles of patriarchal-feudal morality regarding married women can be summarized as follows: a woman must obey her husband, not engage in disputes with him; she must respect and honor all of her husband's relatives, and she is obliged to strictly adhere to behavioral norms within the family and among relatives; in the morning, she should rise
During the trip, Mannerheim attempted to learn Chinese and Kyrgyz. The ability of this man to document the dialects of little-known peoples is remarkable. For example, in 1911, he published a substantial article based on notes about two Turkic-Mongolian peoples. It contains numerous examples of the vocabulary used by the local inhabitants. As a result of the publication of this work, the researcher is mentioned in the history of the study of Alay as one of the pioneers in this field. In
Part - 3 Adzhibay, brother of Aichurek, was known For his eloquence, but he was a coward Tumenbay, another brother, was silent But he was brave and skilled in battle
GASIFICATION Kara-Balta Gas Area
Part - 2 Having thus clarified the essence and origin of the influence that Shabdan Zhantayev exerts on the people, I add that this influence is by no means beneficial in administrative matters, although I do not see any direct harm in this influence. Sometimes, directives on private matters come from him that are not in line with the administration's directives, but such directives, as soon as they become known, are halted. Under him, the positions of the volost manager and the legal
The Soviets became local authorities that primarily influenced representatives of the European diaspora. Muslims sought their protection in national organizations such as "Bukhara," Muslim committees, "Ittifaq," "Alash," etc.
After Muradyl's death, the remaining Chinese could not resist and fled. The entire numerous enemy army was ruthlessly slaughtered. Semetey, Bakay, Kulchoro, and Kanchoro let the captured horses into their herds and continued their journey towards their ails. The bullet that hit Semetey from Konurbay lodged in his bone. While fighting Muradyl, in the heat of the moment he did not feel the pain of the wound. When the battle ended and the heroes had traveled some distance, clots of black
City of Frunze June 27, 1958. The Council of Ministers of the Kyrgyz SSR resolves:
Food prepared with love is a gift for the soul and heart. Folk wisdom says: If food is made with soul and good spirits, then a person who tastes this food also gains peace of mind, good mood, and spiritual enrichment. Protective dishes are not just food that satisfies hunger or fills the stomach, but a symbiosis of physical and spiritual elements. The physical element refers to the food itself and its ingredients, while the spiritual encompasses customs, traditions, rituals, and, in general,
Animal Husbandry The main direction in the multi-sector agricultural production of Kyrgyzstan was the intensive development of public animal husbandry. The share of sectors and crops in the agriculture of the republic on the eve of the Great Patriotic War (1940) was characterized by the following figures (in %):
Bopo Karimova is one of the active participants in the women's movement in southern Kyrgyzstan, a prominent state and public figure, a talented organizer, and an experienced leader. She is the author of several books. — Life is so short, says Bopo Karimovna, that we should not waste it on fruitless divisions of people by clans and tribes, by nationality, religion, or regions. I have lived a considerable time in this world, says this wise woman who has lived a worthy life, and I have come
The session of the First May District Council of Frunze discussed the results of the work of the executive committee of the district council and the work of the permanent commission for industrial management for 1948. It was noted that as a result of the activities of the permanent commission of the district council on industry, the Council increased its attention to the work of industrial enterprises. The production plan in the light industry was fulfilled by 132.7%, and the state received
This was a long, long time ago, when people were divided into rich and poor and believed in good and evil wizards capable of performing various miracles. In one Kyrgyz village, high in the mountains, lived two neighbors — Minbay and Juzbay. Minbay was a wealthy man: his flock numbered a thousand sheep. Juzbay was poorer: he had only a hundred sheep. The only thing that brought Juzbay joy was his son Chynybek. This extraordinary story happened to Chynybek. It began in the summer pasture — the
In the men's Kyrgyz costume, wearing a belt is considered mandatory. For the past hundred years, belts have been made using a kushak, a wide leather (or velvet) belt adorned with silver buckles and scarves. The most archaic type is considered to be the kushak (boto kur, bel kur) made from a strip of home-produced fabric 1.5 to 2 meters long and 30 to 35 cm wide. Older men wore a white kushak, middle-aged men wore a darker color, and young men wore red. Boys began to wear the kushak at the
In those years, the ideological processing of the public and the escalation of mass psychosis in the republic were fueled by "exposé" articles in the central printed organ of the party — "Pravda". Many, very many, had their fates broken and lives shortened by these articles. Here is a list of articles from the newspaper "Pravda" for the second half of 1937, after each of which a wave of repressions followed: on August 31, Kyrgyz correspondent of "Pravda"
Part - 2 The delay of Kulchoro troubled the khan He began to worry about his fate: - I sent my brother on a fruitless journey! Perhaps he drowned or fell in battle?
Part - 1 City of Pishpek March 18, 1896
Hummingbird Hawk-Moth - Macroglossum stellatarum L. This butterfly has relatively narrow and long forewings. The abdomen is thick, with antennae of a spindle shape. The forewings are brown with dark transverse lines, and the hindwings are orange-yellow. The body is covered with grayish hairs on top, and the end of the abdomen, which has white spots on the sides, tapers into a brush-like shape.
The social composition of families was directly dependent on the economic specifics of the family and had regional differences. In the 19th to early 20th centuries, nomadic traditions, as well as the livestock-oriented economy, were better preserved in mountainous areas, primarily in the central part of the Tien Shan and Pamir-Alai. To meet the need for agricultural products, part of the family or hired related families would stay in winter pastures, where they grew barley, millet, etc. In the
In the extensive diary of the baron, we encounter numerous admiring reviews of the majestic landscapes of the Tian Shan, Alai, and Himalayas. Whenever possible, he would always set off to hunt mountain goats, antelopes, and birds to supplement his monotonous and meager diet - his notebook contains the names of several recommended English guides for hunting wild animals. Since the official reason for Mannerheim's expedition was ethnographic research (and not military interests), he sent
Jaiyl Electric Network The first power station in our city was a diesel one, which appeared in 1935.
The hastily assembled Soviet government clearly lacked people who were not just revolutionaries, but primarily capable of certain practical tasks. The power held on thanks to numerous promises, widespread confusion, and support from armed soldiers, sailors, workers, and internationalists. In Kyrgyzstan, however, the "new power," as usual, ended beyond the county centers and a few coal mines in the south. The revolutionary process here was only progressing with difficulty because
Konurbay ordered his army to prepare for the campaign, warning that anyone who did not follow his orders would have their heads removed. There were no disobedient among his orders. Out of fear of him, the entire population began to prepare. Meanwhile, Konurbay decided that he needed to see Semetey at least once himself, to weigh his own strength, and if it turned out that he could handle him alone, one-on-one, he would not gather his troops. If, however, it proved too much for him alone, he
Frunze, May 19, 1959 Having considered the issue of constructing a panoramic cinema in the city of Frunze with 1,000 seats, as provided for by the resolution of the Council of Ministers of the USSR dated June 30, 1958, No. 705, the Frunze City Committee of the Communist Party of Kyrgyzstan and the Executive Committee of the Frunze City Council of Workers' Deputies have resolved: