The harvest of peppers and potatoes has increased, beans are fully purchased by the state, - Ministry of Agriculture

This year, Kyrgyzstan is demonstrating stable results in the yield of major agricultural crops, despite less favorable weather conditions compared to the previous year. This was reported by Deputy Minister of Agriculture Turatbek Idrisov on the radio. Idrisov noted that in the Talas region, the yield of peppers reached 25–27 tons per hectare, which is significantly higher than the normal level, which ranged from 15 to 18 tons.

The Osh City Hall canceled the decision to disconnect cafes and restaurants from electricity supply after criticism from citizens and the president.

On the evening of November 13, a raid took place in Osh aimed at ensuring compliance with the noise regulations after 10:00 PM and saving electricity, as reported by the city authorities' press service. During the raid, Mayor J. Toktorbaev ordered the suspension of operations for 12 cafes and four other establishments for one day.

In Batken Region, a suspect has been detained for attempting to smuggle cattle into Tajikistan

In the Batken region, a citizen has been detained on charges of attempting to smuggle livestock across the border, reports the press service of the presidential representative's office. According to information received on November 16 at 20:50, a border patrol from the Batken border detachment stopped an unknown man in the area of Mazar-Bashy, located in the village of Orto-Boz. He was attempting to drive two heads of cattle from Kyrgyzstan to Tajikistan.

In the Chui Valley, up to 98% of the harvest has been collected, - Ministry of Agriculture

The harvest of major agricultural crops in Kyrgyzstan is nearing completion, as reported by Turatbek Idrisov, head of the Department of Crop Production, Horticulture, and Cooperation of the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry, in an interview on the radio. According to him, the current situation with the harvest is as follows: In the Chui Valley, 97–98% of the harvest has been completed; The collection of vegetables and fruits is almost finished — also 97–98%; The

At Osh Airport, two suspects in illegal currency exchange were detained

At Osh International Airport, individuals suspected of engaging in illegal currency exchange have been detained. According to information provided by the Turmush press service of the Osh region's Internal Affairs Department, employees of the air transport department received information that several citizens were exchanging currency at this airport without the necessary license.

The Bishkek Police are searching for the missing Almazbek uulu Mahammad

According to information provided by D.B., his grandson went missing on November 16, 2025. The young man, who is 29 years old, left home and has not returned since. This statement has been registered in the log at the Internal Affairs Department of the Lenin District of Bishkek.

The Ministry of Internal Affairs warned about punishment for fakes and defamation during the election campaign

The Deputy Head of the Public Security Service of the Ministry of Internal Affairs, Nurlan Ismailov, reported live on Birinchi Radio that with the start of early elections, information will be subjected to thorough verification. He noted that if complaints are found to be justified, candidates will be held accountable in accordance with the law.

Searches were conducted at Kav&Kev - reasons are being clarified

Today, searches were conducted at the company Kav&Kev, but the details regarding the reasons for these actions remain unknown. According to information from sources, documentation was seized during the search. It is worth noting that Kav&Kev specializes in food production. The company is led by Alexey Viktorovich Klevtsov, who has reportedly been detained.

A new building for the electric grid enterprise has been constructed in Jumgal, and the Minister of Energy has been awarded an honorary title.

In the village of Chayek, located in the Jumgal district of the Naryn region, the construction of a new administrative building for the local electric network enterprise has been completed. Attending the event were the Minister of Energy Talaybek Ibraev and representatives of the National Electric Networks of Kyrgyzstan JSC.

Price Gouging on Meat Discovered in Markets of Kara-Suu

Monitoring of meat and coal prices in the Kara-Suu district revealed a number of violations. According to information from the presidential representative's office in the Osh region, an inspection of establishments selling meat and coal was conducted on November 14. This was part of efforts to maintain stable prices for socially significant goods.

Women fined at Osh airport for fully covering their faces

Measures have been taken at Osh International Airport against women who completely cover their faces. According to the information from the Internal Affairs Department of the Osh region, on November 13, 2025, three women were fined 20,000 soms for covering their faces.

The volume of Kyrgyzstan's foreign trade decreased by 8.3%

According to the National Statistical Committee, in the first nine months of 2025, the volume of foreign trade of the Kyrgyz Republic amounted to 11.27 billion US dollars, which is 8.3% lower than in the same period in 2024. Exports of goods decreased by 25.7%, while imports fell by 3%.

In Saudi Arabia, more than 40 pilgrims from India died in a traffic accident

As a result of a serious car accident in Saudi Arabia, at least 42 pilgrims who arrived from the Indian state of Telangana have died. According to information provided by India Today and the TASS news agency, the incident occurred early in the morning on November 17. A bus traveling from Mecca to Medina collided with a diesel tanker, and the impact was so powerful that many passengers died on the spot, while several others sustained serious injuries. Emergency services arrived at the scene to

Kasymaiev: 10% GDP Growth Confirms the Effectiveness of State Policy

At a government meeting, the Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers and the Head of the Presidential Administration, Adylbek Kasymaiev, reported that since the beginning of the year, there has been a growth in real GDP of more than 10%. This fact confirms the success of state policy. According to data for the first ten months of 2025, the GDP volume reached 1 trillion 427.3 billion soms, with a growth rate of 10.0%. Important sectors of the economy demonstrated significant achievements:

For Slavery: The Caribbean and Africa Demand Compensation from Britain

As part of its initiative, CARICOM is proposing not only official apologies but also educational programs, debt forgiveness, and financial compensation. At the same time, the African Union is developing its own reparations program. However, this topic has received negative responses in Europe. The agency points out that many European leaders are against discussing the issue of reparations, believing that modern states should not be held accountable for events from a distant past. British Prime

Media: Former Deputy Plenipotentiary of the President in Chuy Region Arrested

According to sources from Sputnik, Samat Ismanov, the former deputy plenipotentiary of the president in the Chuy region, was arrested on Friday on corruption charges. He is currently in pre-trial detention until January 12. According to the informant, Ismanov has become a suspect in a case regarding the illegal distribution of land in the 172nd contour of the village of Kok-Zhar.

On the "Day of Silence," more than 10,000 police officers will ensure public order

In a live broadcast on Birinchi Radio, the Deputy Head of the Public Security Service of the Ministry of Internal Affairs, Nurlan Ismailov, shared information about the number of law enforcement officers involved in maintaining public order during the campaigning activities related to the upcoming early elections for deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh of the Kyrgyz Republic, scheduled for November 30 of this year. According to him, there are 2,492 polling stations operating in the country, where

The Commission of Commissioners for Children's Rights of the CIS Countries Took Place in Minsk

In the capital of Belarus, Minsk, the sixth meeting of the Commission of Child Rights Commissioners representing the CIS member states took place, as reported by the press service of Bishkek.

Searches were conducted at the company Kav&Kev

On November 17, searches were conducted at the company Kav&Kev, as reported by sources from the Tazabek publication. Currently, the reasons for the searches have not been disclosed. The publication has sent a request to the State Committee for National Security (GKNB) for further clarification.

Iranian authorities have begun to artificially induce rain amid drought conditions

As Iran faces a severe drought, the government has decided to implement cloud seeding methods. According to Kazinform, citing data from the BBC, this technology involves spraying chemicals such as silver iodide or potassium, both from aircraft and the ground, to promote the condensation of water vapor and, consequently, induce precipitation. This method was used over Lake Urmia last weekend, the largest saltwater lake in Iran, which has significantly shrunk in recent years due to a lack of

Mortgage of Sadyr Japarov

In Kyrgyzstan, affordable housing programs are actively being developed, aimed at a new social group – doctors, teachers, civil servants, young specialists, and large families.

In Mailuu-Suu, over 6,000 "smart" meters have been installed

The complete modernization of the electrical infrastructure has been completed in Mailuu-Suu, as reported by the Ministry of Energy of Kyrgyzstan. The Jalal-Abad Electric Networks enterprise has successfully finished preparations for the heating season (OZP). In the city, there are 8,035 registered consumers, of which 6,850 subscribers are already using modern "smart" meters, marking a significant step towards the automation of electricity accounting.

In Mailuu-Suu, 6,850 modern "smart" meters have been installed

The automated electricity accounting system provides the ability to monitor consumption online, eliminating the need for staff to visit consumers' homes. Residents of the city respond positively to the implementation of such digital technologies. In addition to installing meters, the Mailuu-Suu Electric Distribution Network (RES) has also carried out a number of other repair and capital works:

Inflation in Kyrgyzstan since the beginning of the year has reached 7.1%

From January to October of this year, Kyrgyzstan recorded an inflation rate of 7.1% compared to December of last year. This information was provided by the National Statistical Committee. The most significant price increase was observed in services for the population, where the growth was 8.9%. Food products and non-alcoholic beverages increased by 7.4%, while alcohol and tobacco products rose by 6.7%. Non-food goods increased in price by 5.6%.

In Kyrgyzstan, a month of mercy and support for people with disabilities has been declared: "We Are Together!"

The Ministry of Labor, Social Security, and Migration of the Kyrgyz Republic has announced the start of a month of mercy and support for people with disabilities called "We are together!", which is timed to coincide with the International Day of Persons with Disabilities, celebrated on December 3. This month will run from November 15 to December 15. The event is being carried out under a government resolution of the Kyrgyz Republic regarding the annual celebration of international

Director of Kav&Kev Company Detained

Law enforcement officials informed the editorial team of Kaktus.media about the detention of the director of the company Kav&Kev. The search, which took place on November 17, concerned a company engaged in food production, including sandwiches. After the search, the company's leader was taken away for questioning, and a large number of documents were seized.

CSTO Summit in Bishkek: Key Topics, Decisions, and Participation of Country Leaders

On November 27, a CSTO summit will be held in Bishkek, which is one of the main events for the organization. The agenda includes discussions on regional security issues and coordination of law enforcement agencies. New strategies for combating terrorist and extremist threats will also be considered. The CSTO Secretariat emphasizes that the meeting participants intend to discuss a wide range of international and regional security issues, as well as summarize the work done over the past year.

Officials of the IK in Novopokrovka accused of stealing food products and selling them in Bishkek and the Chuy region — the court has issued a verdict

The Supreme Court upheld the sentences in the case of the embezzlement of food products by officials of correctional facility No. 3 of the State Penitentiary Service [IK No. 3 in the village of Novopokrovka]. According to materials published in the State Register of Judicial Acts, T.M., U.O., and D.M. were acquitted of charges of official forgery under the following circumstances.

In At-Bashy, they remembered the poetess Guljamal Abdildaeva

Recently, a poetry evening was held in the village of Ak-Jar, located in the At-Bashinsky district of the Naryn region, dedicated to the memory of an outstanding individual — Gülzhamal Abdildaevna, a candidate of philosophical sciences, associate professor, and educator. At this event, attention was focused on her significant contributions to education, science, and literature, as well as her human qualities.

C5+1 Through the Eyes of an Expert: A Symbolic Success for the Countries of the Region

During the podcast, Gorin noted that a jubilee summit of the C5+1 format recently took place in Washington, where all the presidents of Central Asia gathered for the first time. Umarov emphasized that this event was a real breakthrough, as the region's leaders previously did not have the opportunity for direct meetings with the American president.

The Central Election Commission canceled the registration of another candidate for the deputies of the State Duma.

The Central Election Commission of the Kyrgyz Republic made the decision to cancel the registration of another candidate for deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh on November 16. This time it concerns Bakhtiyar Talachanovich Boobekov, who submitted a request to withdraw from participation in the upcoming elections.

Musk stated that his humanoid robot Optimus will eradicate poverty

Elon Musk, the founder of Tesla, made a bold statement on his platform X (formerly Twitter) that his humanoid robot Optimus will not only eradicate poverty but also ensure access to medical care for every person. “Optimus will eliminate poverty and provide universal high income for all,” claims Musk.

The Central Election Commission of Kyrgyzstan prematurely terminated the powers of a number of local council deputies.

The Central Election Commission of Kyrgyzstan has made decisions regarding the early termination of the powers of several deputies of local councils from the Leilek, Toktogul, Osh, Nookat, and Kara-Balta districts. The vacant mandates will be transferred to candidates for deputies of local councils: In particular, the powers of the deputy of the Razzakovsky city council of the Leilek district, Javlonbek Abdikaimovich Yakubjonov (faction "Mildet"), have been terminated at his own

The Cabinet clarified the procedure for managing irrigation infrastructure

- The Cabinet of Ministers of Kyrgyzstan has made changes to the existing rules for managing irrigation infrastructure. According to decree No. 706, adopted on October 30, 2025, amendments have been made to the document "On Effective Management and Development of the Water Management Sector," which was approved on April 29, 2024.

Ministry of Energy of Kyrgyzstan: The capacity of 5 substations has been increased in Bishkek

Among the substations that have undergone modernization are: — PS 110/10 kV "Kök-Jar" – the transformer with a capacity of 25 MVA has been replaced with a new one with a capacity of 40 MVA;

Since the start of the election campaign, 86 violations have been registered - Ministry of Internal Affairs

During the election campaign related to the early elections of deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh, 86 cases of violations have been registered across the country. This was reported on the air of Birinchi Radio by Urmat Bayaliyev, head of the Investigation Department of the Ministry of Internal Affairs. He specified that among the registered facts, there are various types of offenses, and charges have already been brought against two candidates under serious criminal articles. The remaining

The capacity of 5 substations has been increased in Bishkek

In 2025, modernization was carried out in Bishkek, resulting in a significant increase in the capacity of five substations located in densely populated areas. The specific changes are as follows: - Substation 110/10 kV "Kok-Zhar" — transformer replaced from 25 MVA to 40 MVA; - Substation 110/10 kV "Orto-Alysh" — also replaced transformer from 25 MVA to 40 MVA; - Substation 110/10 kV "Altyn-Kazyk" — transformer capacity increased from 16 MVA to 25 MVA; - Substation

Ambassador of India: ITEC is not just a training program, but a reliable friendship

Recently, a meeting organized by the Embassy of India took place in Bishkek, gathering participants and alumni of the Indian Technical and Economic Cooperation (ITEC) program. Kyrgyzstan is one of the partners of ITEC, under which the Indian government provides grants for training foreign specialists in the country's educational institutions.

Islam Makhachev: Khabib broke Conor, this guy won't come back

Islam Makhachev, a well-known MMA fighter, expressed confidence that Conor McGregor, a former UFC champion in two weight classes, is unlikely to return to the octagon. According to Makhachev, the psychological trauma inflicted by Khabib Nurmagomedov has left a lasting mark on McGregor. “I said two years ago that this guy will not fight again. And now, when I hear about his disqualification from the anti-doping commission, I stand by my opinion. Maybe Jon Jones will show up again to fight in

The UK will extend the period for obtaining permanent residency for illegal immigrants from five to 20 years.

Naryn District Prosecutor's Office: 1 Criminal Case Involving Juvenile Offenders Registered in 9 Months

Turmush — Deputy Prosecutor of the Naryn District P. Jalilov shared data on the legality of measures taken regarding criminal cases involving minors in the Naryn District. He noted that the Naryn District Prosecutor's Office operated in accordance with the Constitutional Law "On the Prosecutor's Office of the Kyrgyz Republic" during the first nine months of 2025, as well as following the instructions of the Attorney General of the Kyrgyz Republic, paying attention to

In a car accident, ophthalmologist Gulnura Maatkerimova died.

In the Naryn region, as a result of a traffic accident, ophthalmologist Gulnura Zholdubaevna Maatkerimova has passed away. According to her colleagues, the tragedy occurred on November 9, 2025. At the time of her death, Gulnura was 48 years old and worked in the ophthalmology department of the Naryn Regional Unified Hospital.

Belarusian blogger Mellstroy declared wanted in Kazakhstan

Former First Vice-Rector of Osh State University Joomart Akparaliev has passed away

Recently, the well-known educator of Kyrgyzstan, Joomart Akparaliev, passed away. Joomart Abdyldaevich was born on November 7, 1947, in the village of Sary-Talaa, located in the Ala-Buka district, in a family of civil servants.

Putin and Lukashenko agreed to meet in Bishkek at the CSTO summit

During a phone conversation, the presidents of Russia and Belarus, Vladimir Putin and Alexander Lukashenko, agreed on two important events: a meeting at the CSTO summit in Bishkek and a traditional meeting in St. Petersburg at the end of 2025. This was reported by TASS, citing the Kremlin press service.

"‘Rags are laid on the floor and buckets are placed’: In the school of Kara-Balta, classes have been held under a dripping roof for several years"

In Kara-Balta, school classes are held under a dripping roof: "We spread out rags and put buckets" This school, built in 1986 and designed for 768 students, is now overcrowded — 913 children are studying here. The technical condition of the building raises serious concerns.

The Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic has strengthened security measures at the passes.

The security service conducts round-the-clock patrols, allowing for quick responses to various emergencies, providing technical assistance, and regulating traffic as needed. One of the main tasks remains the protection of cargo during transportation. Constant monitoring is carried out on the Osh–Erkesh-Tam highway, aimed at preventing theft, property damage, and other illegal actions. The measures implemented significantly reduce risks and ensure a high level of safety.

The First Deputy Plenipotentiary of the President in the Chuy Region, Samat Ismanov, has resigned from his position.

Samad Zhekshenalievich Ismanov, who holds the position of First Deputy Plenipotentiary Representative of the President in the Chui Region, has decided to resign from this position. According to information obtained from Turmush, his resignation letter was submitted last week. Currently, there is no confirmation of the signing of the corresponding order by the Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers.