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Trump Expands Tightening of Immigration Rules
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Trump Expands Tightening of Immigration Rules

In a 56-page ruling, District Judge Beryl Howell noted that the president has "broad powers" allowing him to take measures in response to threats to national and economic security. The fee was announced in September, and the business community faced serious difficulties due to a lack of time to prepare for the changes. This innovation has become part of the aggressive immigration policy pursued by Trump after his return to the White House. While the previous focus was on combating

24.12.2025, 17:01
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Aidar Gyazov has left the position of rector of BatSU

The rector of Batken State University, Aydar Gyiazov, has left his position. As reported by Turmush, on December 24, 2025, he bid farewell to the staff. According to some sources, the corresponding order regarding the personnel decision has been signed.

24.12.2025, 16:46
The Deputy Minister of Education Discussed the Digital Transformation of the Education System
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The Deputy Minister of Education Discussed the Digital Transformation of the Education System

As part of the republican pedagogical forum "Altyn Kazyq: Key Achievements and Future Plans," Lira Samykbaeva, Deputy Minister of Education of the Kyrgyz Republic for Digital Development, presented information on key results and future directions of digital transformation in the field of education. Speaking to the audience, she emphasized that the digitalization of education in the country is being carried out in accordance with the Concept of Digital Transformation for 2024–2028 and

24.12.2025, 16:30
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The deputy spoke out against the abolition of licensing for the retail sale of alcoholic beverages.

- During the meeting, Gulya Kozhokulova expressed dissatisfaction with the cancellation of licensing for the retail sale of alcoholic products, emphasizing that this could lead to undesirable consequences. In response, the Chairman of the State Tax Service, Almamet Shykmamatov, noted that such a measure is necessary to ensure transparency in the alcohol trade and to combat the gray market.

24.12.2025, 16:28
Adylbek Kasymaliev announced a large-scale salary increase for budget employees
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Adylbek Kasymaliev announced a large-scale salary increase for budget employees

At the plenary session of the Jogorku Kenesh, the Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers of Kyrgyzstan, Adylbek Kasymaliev, presented the main parameters of the budget for 2026 and announced a significant increase in salaries in the public sector. Moreover, Kasymaliev emphasized the key aspects of the National Development Program of the Kyrgyz Republic until 2030.

24.12.2025, 16:21
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In the village of Chayek, in the recreation park where OsOO "Ai-Lun Group" carried out work for 7.8 million soms, the summer stage collapsed.

In the park named after Sharipa Isabekova, located in the administrative center of the Jumgal district of the Naryn region, the summer stage has recently collapsed. The park was renovated this year for 7.8 million soms, with the work carried out by the company OsOO "Ai-Lun Group" after receiving the contract. The park, which has existed for over 50 years, has never undergone major repairs. This year, at the initiative of the district akim Adybek Nabiyev, funds were allocated from the

24.12.2025, 16:20
Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic: A New Legal Regime for Foreigners Introduced in Russia
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Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic: A New Legal Regime for Foreigners Introduced in Russia

This concerns migrants without legal status in the Russian Federation The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Kyrgyzstan has announced the introduction of a new legal regime for foreigners who are in Russia without legal grounds. This innovation will come into effect on February 5, 2025, in accordance with the federal law of the Russian Federation No. 260-FZ, adopted on August 8, 2024.

24.12.2025, 16:19
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An Unusual Winter Spectacle on the Roof of the Jumgal District Administration

Impressive icicles have appeared on the roof of the Jumgal District State Administration, located in the Naryn region. They evoke admiration in some people, while others feel anxious about the potential danger. Residents of the village of Chayek, the administrative center of the Jumgal district, report that melting snow flowing from the roof of the building has formed long icicles. Their length varies: in some places, it exceeds 2 meters, while in others it reaches about half a meter.

24.12.2025, 16:17
Aiperi Medet kyzy topped the UWW world ranking
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Aiperi Medet kyzy topped the UWW world ranking

Athlete from Kyrgyzstan Aiperi Medet kyzy finished the year 2025 in the leading position in the world ranking of United World Wrestling (UWW). Throughout the year, she actively participated in five international tournaments, achieving success at each of them and winning medals. In particular, she became the champion at the Asian Championship in Jordan and at the Islamic Games in Saudi Arabia.

24.12.2025, 16:14
Kyrgyzstan and Japan Strengthen Cooperation in Civil Aviation
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Kyrgyzstan and Japan Strengthen Cooperation in Civil Aviation

As part of strengthening cooperation in the field of civil aviation, the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) and the State Enterprise "Kyrgyz Air Navigation" are initiating a new project. This project will focus on training air traffic control instructors, including aircraft vectoring and speed control, as well as training personnel involved in flight scheme development. The signing of the discussion protocol regarding the implementation of this project took place on

24.12.2025, 16:13
The Ministry of Construction is receiving delegates of the People's Kurultai today.
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The Ministry of Construction is receiving delegates of the People's Kurultai today.

At the National Academic Drama Theater named after T. Abdumomunov in Bishkek, the reception of delegates of the fourth People's Kurultai is taking place today. According to the Ministry of Construction, Architecture, and Housing and Communal Services, a working group led by Minister Nurdana Oruntaev is participating in the meeting. It should be noted that this Kurultai is being held for the fourth time at the initiative of the President of the Kyrgyz Republic Sadyr Japarov.

24.12.2025, 16:11
Trump gifted Tokayev a key to the White House and a baseball cap
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Trump gifted Tokayev a key to the White House and a baseball cap

The American president left an autograph on the baseball cap Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, the president of Kazakhstan, received unusual gifts from his American counterpart Donald Trump — a baseball cap with an autograph and a symbolic key to the White House. This was reported by the press secretary of the Kazakh president, Ruslan Zheldibay, on his Telegram channel.

24.12.2025, 16:08
In Kadamjai, a debtor has been detained for failing to pay alimony of nearly half a million soms.
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In Kadamjai, a debtor has been detained for failing to pay alimony of nearly half a million soms.

A 35-year-old man named T.E. has been arrested by law enforcement officers in the Kadamjai district for evading alimony payments for his children. His debt amounts to 474,856 soms. According to information from the press service of the Internal Affairs Department of the Batken region, a criminal case was initiated against this citizen under part 2 of Article 178 of the Criminal Code of the Kyrgyz Republic. Local police conducted a series of operational activities that allowed them to establish

24.12.2025, 16:00
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In Luxembourg, men digging a grave saw a black reptile

In the cemetery of the village of Luxembourg, which belongs to the city of Kant in the Chuy region, during the digging of a grave for the deceased, local residents witnessed an unusual incident — a large black reptile emerged from the pit. The information about this was provided to the Turmush correspondent by the eyewitnesses themselves.

24.12.2025, 15:57
A special commission has been established in the Kyrgyz Republic to address the shortage of essential medicines
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A special commission has been established in the Kyrgyz Republic to address the shortage of essential medicines

A special commission has been formed in the Kyrgyz Republic, tasked with developing recommendations aimed at improving the provision of essential medicines to medical institutions. This information was announced at a working meeting held by the Minister of Health, Kanbek Dosmambetov, with participants from the private pharmaceutical sector. The commission has been instructed to prepare specific proposals by December 31, 2025.

24.12.2025, 15:48
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Sadyr Japarov launched the first solar power plant in Kemin

Today, December 24, a solemn ceremony was held in the Chui region to inaugurate the first solar power plant with a capacity of 100 megawatts, attended by President Sadyr Japarov. This was reported by the press service of the president's administration. According to Japarov, the launch of the solar power plant marks the beginning of a new phase in ensuring Kyrgyzstan's energy independence and the development of renewable energy sources. He emphasized that without active investment in

24.12.2025, 15:46
Sadyr Japarov inspected the under-construction cement plant in Kemin
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Sadyr Japarov inspected the under-construction cement plant in Kemin

Today, December 24, the President of the Kyrgyz Republic, Sadyr Japarov, visited the construction site of a cement plant in the Kemin district of the Chui region. Azamat Osmonov, the presidential representative in the Chui region, informed Japarov that the designed capacity of the new plant will be 3,200 tons of clinker per day.

24.12.2025, 15:45
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The deputy proposed to resume the legalization of cars with foreign license plates.

- At the plenary session of the Jogorku Kenesh held on December 24, 2025, Deputy Marlen Mamataliyev raised the issue of the amount of funds that had been credited to the budget due to the legalization of vehicles with foreign license plates. In response, Minister of Economy and Commerce Bakyt Sydykov reported that this initiative had brought 1.8 billion soms into the budget.

24.12.2025, 15:31
The Ministry of Health of the Kyrgyz Republic questioned the feasibility of purchasing the drug "Keytruda" for cancer patients.
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The Ministry of Health of the Kyrgyz Republic questioned the feasibility of purchasing the drug "Keytruda" for cancer patients.

During a working meeting with representatives of the pharmaceutical industry, the Minister of Health of the Kyrgyz Republic, Kanbek Dosmambetov, emphasized the issues of purchasing medications for cancer patients. He noted that this area requires special attention and well-thought-out decisions. The Minister pointed out that the Ministry of Health faces serious questions regarding clinical feasibility in a number of purchases. In particular, he cited the example of the purchase of the drug

24.12.2025, 15:30
Kyrgyzstan entered the top 50 tourist destinations in the world according to Financial Times
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Kyrgyzstan entered the top 50 tourist destinations in the world according to Financial Times

The Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers and Head of the Presidential Administration Adylbek Kasymaliev presented a comprehensive report at a plenary session of the Jogorku Kenesh, where he discussed the achievements and future development of tourism, culture, and sports in the country. According to Kasymaliev, the tourism sector is demonstrating rapid growth and is becoming an important part of Kyrgyzstan's economy.

24.12.2025, 15:29
Why the KGB Could Not Defeat Corruption and Organized Crime, but Tashiev Could
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Why the KGB Could Not Defeat Corruption and Organized Crime, but Tashiev Could

In an interview with Nomad TV, Lieutenant General and national security veteran Tashtemir Aitbaev discussed changes in the work of the State Committee for National Security (SCNS) in the modern context. He noted that the committee's active actions have been a response to objective changes in the political and economic situation, as well as in the social sphere of the country.

24.12.2025, 15:24
Roskomnadzor Allowed Complete Blocking of WhatsApp in Russia
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Roskomnadzor Allowed Complete Blocking of WhatsApp in Russia

Roskomnadzor (RKN) continues to strengthen control over the operation of the WhatsApp messenger, considering the possibility of its complete blocking. The reason for such measures is the systematic violations of the legislation of the Russian Federation, as reported by Kazinform. Despite this, WhatsApp remains the most in-demand messenger in the country, with the number of active users approaching 100 million.

24.12.2025, 15:20
Sadyr Japarov launched the first solar power plant in Kyrgyzstan
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Sadyr Japarov launched the first solar power plant in Kyrgyzstan

At the solemn ceremony held in the Kemin district of the Chui region, the president announced that the power plant has a capacity of 100 megawatts. According to the president's press service, this event marks an important step in the development of solar energy in Kyrgyzstan.

24.12.2025, 15:17
The Jogorku Kenesh adopted the bill on the republican budget in three readings
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The Jogorku Kenesh adopted the bill on the republican budget in three readings

At the parliamentary meeting held on December 24, deputies raised important issues concerning the socio-economic development of the country. The heads of ministries, including the Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers Adylbek Kasymaliev, were present in the hall and answered questions. Deputies asked questions about the funding of the social sphere, the implementation of investment projects, and the effectiveness of budgetary fund usage.

24.12.2025, 15:15
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What are the main secrets of the traditional national cuisine of the Kyrgyz people?

A resident of the village of Jaiylma, Tamara Tungatarova, shares her thoughts on the traditional cuisine of the Kyrgyz, emphasizing that it has been shaped by the nomadic lifestyle of the people. An important aspect is that the main ingredients for dishes have always been at hand and available in every yurt, which limited the nomads in using exquisite products. In her opinion, modern food products are inferior in quality to those consumed by our ancestors. The reasons for this are better

24.12.2025, 15:08
Scammers are sending false messages on behalf of Sadyr Japarov
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Scammers are sending false messages on behalf of Sadyr Japarov

False messages about conducting surveys on behalf of President Sadyr Japarov, promising monetary rewards, are actively spreading on social networks and messaging apps. The press secretary of the President of the Kyrgyz Republic, Askat Alagozov, stated that: "We officially declare that the Head of State does not engage in such mailings and does not distribute money through suspicious internet initiatives. This is clear fraud."

24.12.2025, 15:00
In Kyrgyzstan, the implementation of the drug traceability system will be completed by the end of January.
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In Kyrgyzstan, the implementation of the drug traceability system will be completed by the end of January.

It became known at a working meeting held by Health Minister Kanaybek Dosmambetov with representatives of the private pharmaceutical sector that the Ministry of Health has set a goal to complete the implementation of the drug traceability system by the end of January 2026. This innovation is aimed at strengthening control and reducing unfair practices in the healthcare sector. The system will ensure transparency in tracking medicines at all stages—from the moment of procurement to the end

24.12.2025, 15:00
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Car scams: 24-year-old man detained after statements from two residents of Karakol

The Internal Affairs Department of the Issyk-Kul region reported the detention of a suspect in car fraud. According to law enforcement agencies, on November 11, 2025, a citizen identified as K.M., born in 1992, approached the Karakol City Police Department. He stated that on September 1, 2025, a certain Bayaman, having gained his trust, deceitfully took possession of his car, a "Lexus GS300," worth 600,000 soms. To date, Bayaman has not returned the money and has gone into hiding.

24.12.2025, 14:55
Public hearings on the Bishkek Master Plan project have begun
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Public hearings on the Bishkek Master Plan project have begun

Public hearings on the General Plan project for Bishkek until 2050 have started at the "Tunguch" theater in Bishkek. This information was presented by the city administration. Under the leadership of Mayor Aibek Junushaliev, the event gathered participants, including developers from the Research Institute managed by Irina Grishchenkina.

24.12.2025, 14:55
The most common issues Kyrgyz citizens addressed to the Ministry of Labor - data
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The most common issues Kyrgyz citizens addressed to the Ministry of Labor - data

As of December 1, 2025, the Ministry of Labor of Kyrgyzstan presented data on the number of inquiries from citizens. According to information collected through the electronic document management system (EDMS), the highest number of requests came from the capital, totaling 694 inquiries (50.5%). In the Chui region, 224 inquiries were registered (16.3%), and in the Osh region — 176 (12.8%). The lowest number of requests was recorded from the Talas region — 16 (1.2%) and from abroad — 11 (0.8%).

24.12.2025, 14:54
In Kyrgyzstan, they plan to create a database of unscrupulous participants in the pharmaceutical market.
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In Kyrgyzstan, they plan to create a database of unscrupulous participants in the pharmaceutical market.

The Ministry of Health of the Kyrgyz Republic has initiated the development of a special registry for unscrupulous participants in the pharmaceutical market. This decision was made following a working meeting between the Minister of Health and representatives of the private pharmaceutical sector. The creation of the registry will be part of a drug traceability system, which is expected to be fully implemented by the end of January 2026. This system will ensure transparent control over the

24.12.2025, 14:50
How Do Drivers Kill the Engine by Checking the Oil Level?
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How Do Drivers Kill the Engine by Checking the Oil Level?

The procedure for checking the oil level can be dangerous for the engine if certain important rules are not followed. Many drivers neglect these rules, which leads to a reduced lifespan of their vehicles. Let's consider the main mistakes that can occur at this moment. Contamination of the dipstick

24.12.2025, 14:46
In the Kyrgyz Republic, there are plans to support domestic pharmaceutical manufacturers.
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In the Kyrgyz Republic, there are plans to support domestic pharmaceutical manufacturers.

In response to the growing need for vital medications, the Ministry of Health of the Kyrgyz Republic has decided to optimize the operations of the state enterprise "Kyrgyzpharmacia." This decision came as a result of a working meeting between the Minister of Health and representatives of the pharmaceutical industry. To ensure stable supplies of medications, which is especially relevant under the current healthcare system, a comprehensive approach and collaboration of efforts are

24.12.2025, 14:45
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Residents of the Pristan-Przhevalsk microdistrict in the city of Karakol have once again raised the issue of restoring the bridge — authorities announced the start of construction work

In Karakol, during a meeting with the city's mayor, Kanibek Adiev, residents of the Pristan-Przhevalsk microdistrict once again raised the issue of restoring the destroyed bridge. During the discussion, they urged to expedite the process, as the bridge was damaged in the spring due to flooding and has not yet been restored.

24.12.2025, 14:41