In Kazakhstan, a fine is introduced for wearing clothing that covers the face

In Kazakhstan, administrative measures are being introduced for those who wear clothing that covers the face in public places. As reported by Tengrinews, deputies of the Mazhilis of the Republic of Kazakhstan are discussing this draft law. According to information provided by deputy Magerram Magerramov, a warning is issued for the first violation, and for a repeat offense, a fine of 10 MRP is imposed, which corresponds to 39,320 tenge or 6,800 soms in 2025. These changes were adopted in the

Beatings for Revenge. In Sokuluk, a mother has been detained on suspicion of child abuse.

A woman suspected of abusing her own children has been arrested in the Chuy region. Information about the investigation emerged after a video appeared on social media showing a woman of Asian descent brutally beating two young children in a private home.

An accident occurred in the city of Kara-Balta — a woman was injured

In Kara-Balta, an accident occurred, resulting in injuries to a woman. According to preliminary information, the incident happened on December 3 at around 7:30 AM on Kommunisticheskaya Street, near the 15th quarter. A local resident born in 1978 was crossing the road when she was hit by a car.

The National Bank extended the ban on charging fees for money transfers between banks in the Kyrgyz Republic.

On December 3 of this year, the board of the National Bank of the Kyrgyz Republic (NB KR) announced the extension of the ban on charging commissions for money transfers in soms within the country. This information was provided by the financial regulator, according to data from Kaktus.media. According to the adopted resolution, from January 1 to December 31, 2026, commercial banks and payment organizations are not allowed to charge commission fees from individuals for money transfer services in

How do the authorities plan to provide electricity to the town "Altai" with 34,000 apartments?

At the expert discussion of the general plan, the Deputy Head of the Main Department for Urban Development and Architecture of the Ministry of Construction, Aziret Akimov, answered journalists' questions regarding the electricity supply for new residential complexes in Bishkek. Currently, the capital is facing an electricity shortage. At the meeting held on November 17, Mayor Aibek Junushaliev reported that the electricity consumption limit is 10 million 45 kWh per day, while actual

In Kazakhstan, cement production capacities were loaded at 61% in 2024

- In 2024, Kazakhstan's cement production capacity was utilized at a level of 60.7%. This data was published on December 2 by the Statistics Department of the Eurasian Economic Commission. This figure remained virtually unchanged compared to 2023, when it was 60.5%.

Ermek Kadyrov Appointed Head of the Kun-Chygysh Ayil Okmotu

In the Ton district of the Issyk-Kul region, a new head of the Kун-Чыгыш rural administration has been appointed. According to the order signed by the head of the Ton district state administration on December 1, 2025, the position of head of the Kун-Чыгыш rural administration has been taken by Ermek Kadyrovich Kadyrov.

A 45-Meter Flagpole is Being Installed Near the Dostuk Checkpoint

At the "Dostuk" checkpoint, work is underway to install a 45-meter flagpole. As reported by representatives of the Osh city administration, the installation of the flagpole is just part of a large-scale project that includes the improvement of the adjacent area: laying paving stones, installing benches, and landscaping the surrounding zone.

The Prosecutor's Office returned to the state the source that provided mineral water "Teplie Klyuchi"

The area associated with the mineral spring for the "Warm Keys" complex was illegally transferred to private ownership in 1998, as confirmed by a prosecutor's inspection. As a result of the prosecutor's actions, this area was returned under state control.

Flu outbreak in Batken: Hospitals are overcrowded, additional beds have been set up

In Batken, there has been a sharp increase in cases of influenza, prompting medical institutions to open additional beds, reports Turmush correspondent. Every day, between 200 and 230 patients visit the Batken Regional Unified Hospital, most of whom are diagnosed with "influenza." The infectious diseases department has only 45 beds, and currently, 44 of them are occupied. In response to the rising number of patients, an additional 18 beds have been set up, and a new block has been

IBA has moved the start of the 2025 World Championship in Dubai to December 4 due to the boxers from Kyrgyzstan.

This decision was made by the organizers against the backdrop of difficulties with visas for Kyrgyz athletes. The organizers are confident that the rescheduling will not affect the overall course of the tournament and that all participants will have enough time to prepare for the competitions.

MTS Kyrgyzstan has about 4000 units of agricultural machinery at its disposal

The establishment of the MTS (Mechanized Service Stations) was aimed at providing timely and quality mechanized services to agricultural producers, developing conditions for leasing, as well as modernizing and updating the fleet of agricultural machinery. In accordance with order No. 107-b, adopted on March 17, 2016, the organization of MTS began in various regions that provide agronomic services.

The Central Election Commission of Kyrgyzstan annulled the voting results for district No. 13

In Jalal-Abad, a performance was held for the Day of People with Disabilities

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.

In Manas, a festive atmosphere was created for the students of the psychoneurological institution

In Manas, a festive atmosphere was created for the children at the Children's Psychoneurological Social Stationary Institution, as reported by Turmush. The event, timed to coincide with the International Day of Persons with Disabilities, celebrated on December 3, was attended by government representatives: the presidential envoy of the Kyrgyz Republic in the Jalal-Abad region, Tilek Tekebaev, and the mayor of Manas, Ernis Ormokov. They met with the children living in the institution.

In Kyrgyzstan, the ban on coal exports has been extended for another six months

The Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic has approved a new temporary ban on the export of coal, which will be in effect for six months. This decision was signed by Adylbek Kasymaliev, as reported by the government press service. It has also been instructed to the Ministry of Economy and Commerce, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the State Customs Service, and the Border Service of the GKNB of the Kyrgyz Republic to take the necessary steps to implement this resolution.

In Bishkek, there will be no drinking water temporarily on December 4

On the same day, December 4, 2025, from 10:00 AM to 12:00 AM, the supply of drinking water will also be suspended in another part of the city, which includes residential houses, schools, kindergartens, medical organizations, and social infrastructure facilities. This part of the city covers the streets:

In the Jeti-Oguz District, villagers have renovated abandoned warehouse facilities — now they are earning from it.

In the Jeti-Oguz district of the Issyk-Kul region, in the village of Zhargylchak, local residents are actively developing a cooperative engaged in the storage and processing of fruits. Kairykul Uzakova, one of the villagers, shared her experience and methods that help keep apples fresh until spring. In an interview with a Turmush correspondent, Uzakova noted that initially, the storage facilities in their village were left unused. However, a few years ago, the locals decided to unite and create

The Strongest Will Compete: National Teams are Being Formed for the Nomad Games

The process of forming national teams for participation in the World Nomad Games is actively underway in Kyrgyzstan. As reported by Ulukbek Omurbekov, the director of the Directorate for National Sports of the State Agency for Physical Culture and Sports, on the air of Birinchi Radio, qualifying competitions are being held in various traditional types of Kyrgyz games as part of the preparation. One of the significant events was the national championship in Kyrgyz Kuresh, which brought together

The National Bank of Kyrgyzstan has banned banks from charging fees for online transfers

According to this resolution, throughout 2026, commercial banks and payment systems will not have the right to charge fees to clients who use services for transferring money in the national currency through mobile applications and internet banking within the country. The main goal of this decision is to ensure the accessibility of digital financial services for citizens and to promote the development of cashless payments. Furthermore, the same resolution states that from January 1 to December

Why Do Pakistani Students Choose Kyrgyzstan? An Interview with an Expert

Currently, there are 9,294 students from Pakistan studying in educational institutions in Kyrgyzstan, and 98 percent of them have chosen medical specialties. The majority of these students are concentrated in medical universities in Bishkek and its surroundings, but a significant number also study in educational institutions in Osh and Manas. There is also a high interest from Pakistani students in several private universities.

Terence Crawford Stripped of WBC Title for Failing to Pay Commission on $50 Million Purse

Baisalov: A Significant Increase in Doctors' Salaries and Major Investments in Medical Infrastructure Expected in 2026

The Vice Prime Minister of the Kyrgyz Republic, Edil Baisalov, held talks with representatives of the World Bank, including Hugh Riddell, the head of the organization's office in the country, and Mohini Kakkar, a senior health specialist and head of the group implementing the primary healthcare quality improvement program. This information was announced by the press service of the Government of the Kyrgyz Republic. During the meeting, the interim results of the primary healthcare quality

In the Tonsky District, the Day of People with Disabilities was celebrated

In the Ton district, a celebration was held dedicated to the International Day of Persons with Disabilities, which took place under the slogan "We are together!" ("Биз биргебиз!"), as reported by Turmush correspondent. Present at the event was B. A. Osmonov, the head of the Ton District State Administration, who congratulated the participants and presented them with gifts.

New elections in the 13th district will take place without the previous candidates – Shainazarov

The Central Election Commission has annulled the results of the elections in the 13th district, which includes 94 polling stations, and has scheduled a re-vote due to numerous complaints about violations. This was reported by the chairman of the CEC, Tynchtyk Shainazarov, in an interview with the Kabar agency. He noted that new elections will be held in the district.

The Ministry of Health reminded about measures for the prevention of ARVI and influenza

The Ministry of Health has once again drawn citizens' attention to the importance of adhering to preventive measures aimed at preventing acute respiratory viral infections (ARVI) and influenza. According to the press service, following simple recommendations can significantly reduce the likelihood of infection and the spread of viruses. The main advice from the Ministry of Health includes the following points:

In the coming years, more than 45,000 apartments will be built in Bishkek. Will there be no sewage fountains?

In Bishkek, the commissioning of many new multi-story buildings is expected in the coming years. On Dostoevsky Street, houses with heights of 35 and 40 floors are being constructed, which will accommodate 4,000 apartments. In the village of Orto-Sai, a residential complex "Yntymak" is being built, designed for 7,000 apartments. Construction has also begun on the "Altai" town near the new Osh market, where 34,000 apartments are planned. These three projects will add 45,000

Kyrgyzstan and Pakistan Can Significantly Increase Trade Volumes

Kyrgyzstan and Pakistan have every chance to significantly increase the volume of mutual trade if effective logistics routes are developed, which will help reduce transportation costs. Experts emphasize that one of the central issues at the upcoming negotiations between Sadyr Japarov and Shahbaz Sharif will be the development of transit corridors. In 2024, the trade turnover between the two countries amounted to only 16 million dollars, which, by modern standards, seems quite modest. Political

The Tax Service of Kyrgyzstan has updated the List of Goods with Signs of VAT Risk

The list of goods has been revised based on requests from importers from the member states of the Eurasian Economic Union. The changes made mainly concern socially significant goods and are aimed at increasing transparency in import operations, as well as stabilizing prices in the domestic market.

The Ministry of Construction of Kyrgyzstan will conduct a raid to check the sanitary conditions at construction sites.

The Ministry of Construction of Kyrgyzstan reports on the conduct of raids aimed at checking sanitary conditions at construction sites. Inspectors from the Bishkek and Osh city departments of the State Architectural and Construction Control Department are checking the wheel washing points for special equipment at construction sites.

Strategy for Regional Growth. A Unified Standard for Master Plan Development is Being Prepared in Kyrgyzstan

The Ministry of Economy and Commerce has presented a draft order that introduces a unified methodology for developing master plans for growth poles. This document aims to create an effective and standardized system for regional development planning until 2030. Standardization of Regional Planning

Nurdin Oruntaev issued a warning regarding the reconstruction of the stadium in Kochkor.

As part of his working trip to the Naryn region, the Minister of Construction, Architecture, and Housing and Communal Services, Nurdin Oruntaev, visited several construction sites. One of the key stops was the central stadium located in the village of Kochkor at 40 Years of Victory Street, ½, where active reconstruction is currently underway. During the visit, the minister noted the insufficient number of workers at the construction site and the delay from the established schedule. As a result,

In the State Duma of the Russian Federation, they are asking the government to denounce the dual citizenship agreement with Tajikistan.

Mikhail Delyagin, a deputy of the State Duma, expressed his concern regarding the existing double citizenship agreement with Tajikistan and called for its denunciation. He claims that this agreement contributes to the rise in crime and creates unfair conditions for citizens of other post-Soviet republics. According to the parliamentarian, the continuation of this agreement leads to an increase in the flow of migrants from Tajikistan to Russia, which in turn creates social problems. Delyagin

In the city of Kara-Kul, sports competitions were held among residents with disabilities.

In Kara-Kul, located in the Jalal-Abad region, sports competitions and an exhibition of works were held in honor of the International Day of Persons with Disabilities. According to information from the local administration, the festivities began on November 29 at the "Energetik" House of Culture, where a competition among people with disabilities took place, including singing and dancing. The following day, on December 2, competitions in six sports and a drawing contest for children

Potato prices decreased by 7.7% in October

- In October 2025, there is a 2.1% increase in prices for fresh vegetables, while the cost of fresh fruits has risen by 0.9%. The data is provided in reports from the National Statistical Committee. At the same time, potato prices fell by 7.7% during this period.

Consul General Tentimishov in Yekaterinburg spoke about the cultural code of the Kyrgyz people

On November 28, a panel session titled "Central Asia: A Bridge Between East and West. How the Cultural Code Shapes the Economy of the Future" took place in Yekaterinburg, featuring the Consul General of the Kyrgyz Republic, Maksat Tentimishov. This was reported by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Kyrgyzstan. This session was part of the IX All-Russian Forum "Cities of Russia: Technologies of Leadership," which was held on November 27-28.

Filming of the movie "Aitmatov" has begun. What is known about the project

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

In one of the districts of Bishkek, there will be no cold water on December 4.

From 10:00 to 24:00 on December 4, 2025, water supply will be temporarily suspended in Bishkek. This decision will affect residential buildings, educational institutions, kindergartens, medical facilities, and other socially significant establishments. The information about the shutdown was provided by the city hall. The shutdown zone covers the streets: Selektsionnaya, Muromskaya, Birimdik, and Zhayyl Batyr.

The share of the manufacturing industry should be increased to 20%, - former Prime Minister

- At the economic conference in Bishkek on December 3, 2025, former Prime Minister of Kyrgyzstan Amangeldy Muraliyev emphasized the importance of increasing the share of the processing sector in the economy. He noted that the current economic structure remains vulnerable due to low levels of diversification and high dependence on imports.

Where in Bishkek there will be no drinking water on December 4

In the capital of Kyrgyzstan, Bishkek, a temporary shutdown of drinking water is expected on December 4, 2025. Water supply will be halted from 10:00 AM to 12:00 AM in residential buildings, educational institutions, medical facilities, and other social and industrial organizations. This information was provided by the city mayor's office. The affected areas will include the streets: Sadyrbaev, Tashauzskaya, Tsiolkovsky, Chukotskaya, and Bakayev.

Currency Market of Kyrgyzstan: Mixed Dynamics for January–October

From January to October 2025, the currency market of Kyrgyzstan showed mixed results for key foreign currencies compared to the same period in 2024, as reported by the National Statistics Committee, citing data from the National Bank of the Kyrgyz Republic. According to the presented data:

Elmira Dyushebaeva has headed the financial department of the Ak-Suu district.

Elmira Dyushebaeva now heads the financial department of the Ak-Suu district, according to a report by Turmush correspondent. The deputy akim of the district, Gulzat Suranchieva, introduced the new leader and expressed her wishes for successful work.

The CEC annulled the results of the parliamentary elections in district No. 13

The Central Election Commission (CEC) has decided to annul the results of the parliamentary elections in district No. 13. This decision was made during today's meeting after analyzing reports of violations recorded at the polling stations in the district. Commission members, discussing the situation, noted that the identified violations cast doubt on the validity of the election results, which led to the annulment of the results.

Preliminary Composition of the Jogorku Kenesh of the VIII Convocation. Updated December 3

On November 30, extraordinary elections for deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh of the VIII convocation took place in Kyrgyzstan and abroad. After processing 100% of the data from the Automated Information System (AIS) and remote voting, preliminary election results were announced, according to which the following candidates are elected to the Jogorku Kenesh of the VIII convocation.

The EU plans to launch a euro-pegged stablecoin in 2026

A consortium of ten banks in Europe, including financial institutions such as UniCredit, Raiffeisen Bank International, and BNP Paribas, has announced the creation of a company called Qivalis to implement a euro-pegged stablecoin. The launch is expected to take place in the second half of 2026, as reported by RIA Novosti. In a press release, Qivalis emphasizes that the company plans to obtain all necessary licenses from regulators and is preparing to enter the market with a new digital payment

The state budget of Kyrgyzstan finished nine months with a surplus of over 93 billion soms

According to the data from the Central Treasury of the Ministry of Finance, from January to September 2023, the state budget of Kyrgyzstan ended the reporting period with a surplus of 93 billion 407 million soms. This corresponds to 7.5% of the gross domestic product (GDP). This information was published by the National Statistical Committee. Budget Revenues

Yrysbek Bobanazarov appointed head of the Uch-Korgon rural council of the Aksy district

In the Uch-Korgon rural district, located in the Aksy region of the Issyk-Kul province, a new leader has been appointed. This position has been taken by Yrysbek Bobanazarov. The appointment order was signed by the district akim, Maksatbek Sargazakov. This appointment was made in accordance with the law "On Local State Administration and Local Self-Government Bodies" (Article 11, Part 1, Clause 5; Article 53, Part 1) and Presidential Decree No. 175 "On Political State, Special

A 12-Year-Old Boy Has Gone Missing in Bishkek

A 12-year-old boy named So Singhen, born in 2013, is being searched for in Bishkek. This information was received from the Internal Affairs Department of the Lenin District of the city. According to law enforcement agencies, the boy went missing on December 3, when at 09:30 he was on an excursion at the Philharmonic, located at the corner of Manas Avenue and Chuy Street, along with his teachers.