The incident occurred in the Sokuluk district It is reported that the day before, at 12:05, a traffic accident occurred on the 28th kilometer of the Bishkek—Osh road. A DAF truck, driven by 36-year-old K. uulu A., was traveling along Frunze Street in the village of Sokuluk from east to west and hit a pedestrian — 14-year-old K. A. B.
The Bishkek City Department of State Architectural and Construction Control immediately went to the specified site. During the inspection, it was found that conditions were being created at the construction site that posed a danger to the surrounding area, and safety and construction standards were not being followed. As a result of the inspection, a report was drawn up regarding the company OsOO "Kuruulush," and a fine of 200,000 soms was imposed on it. The organization was also
In the Jayyl district, in the village of Poltavka, wedding events take place in a vibrant Ukrainian traditional style. Local residents shared their customs in a comment to Turmush. Weddings in this village are a bright and colorful celebration that maintains respect for the culture and traditions of its people. Jayyl Ukrainians, who migrated from Ukraine to Kyrgyzstan several decades ago, continue to pass their customs on to the next generations.
On December 1, 2025, from 11:00 to 13:00, blasting works will continue on the section PK 430+40 – PK 430+90, which corresponds to approximately the 46th kilometer of the "Balykchy–Kochkor" alternative North-South road. This information was provided by the State Enterprise "Kyrgyz Temir Zholu". In light of this, the company strongly recommends that drivers and passengers consider alternative routes in advance.
The author of the video in social networks containing calls for interethnic hostility has been detained in Kyrgyzstan, as reported by the State Committee for National Security (GKNB) of the Kyrgyz Republic.
In the Ak-Tal district of the Naryn region, in the village of Kara-Bürgön, local hunter Keldibek Ismailov managed to catch a she-wolf, reports Turmush correspondent. The hunter set a trap in the Kulja-Bashat area, where, according to local residents, nine wolves had been terrorizing livestock. His hunt was successful when the she-wolf got caught in the trap, snagging her hind leg.
In connection with the elections for the deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh, which will take place on November 30, 2025, the Ministry of Energy of the Kyrgyz Republic announced that the country's energy services will operate in a state of increased readiness. The main task is to ensure uninterrupted electricity supply for voters and polling stations.
In the Chuy region, in the rural municipality of Shabdan in the Kemin district, there is the village of Kalmak-Ashuu, which is one of the routes to the city of Balykchy in the Issyk-Kul region, while an alternative route goes through the Boom Gorge. This information was provided to a Turmush correspondent by local resident Toktobolot Ömüraliyev.
The visit of the Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic, Adylbek Kasymaliev, to Berlin provided an opportunity to participate in the 5th meeting of the Kyrgyz-German Business Council, as reported by government representatives. In his opening remarks, he noted that "the partnership between Kyrgyzstan and Germany has a long history based on trust, respect, and a commitment to sustainable development."
A Kyrgyz-German business forum titled "Day of the National Economy of Kyrgyzstan" was held in Berlin, during which several important documents were signed. Among the signed agreements:
On December 1st, from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM, blasting works will be carried out on the section of the railway PK 430+40 - PK 430+90, which corresponds to approximately the 46th kilometer on the Balıkchy - Kochkor road. This information is provided by the press service of the State Enterprise "National Company 'Kyrgyz Temir Jolu'." During this time, traffic on the highway will be temporarily halted. Drivers are urged to plan alternative routes in advance, considering this
Citizens of Kyrgyzstan are preparing for the elections Today, a "day of silence" has been declared in Kyrgyzstan. Starting from 8:00 AM on November 29, a ban on any actions related to election campaigning has come into effect.
During his visit to Berlin, the Prime Minister of Kyrgyzstan, Adylbek Kasymaliev, got acquainted with the operations of the international postal exchange of OJSC "Kyrgyz Post". He visited the center in the German capital, where he studied the technologies for sorting, packaging, and sending international mail. During his visit, the Prime Minister met with the General Director of OJSC "Kyrgyz Post", Marat Cherikchiev, who shared plans for the development of the center,
On the portal "Allies. CSTO," an article by Kirill Babaev, the director of the Institute of China and Modern Asia of the Russian Academy of Sciences, Doctor of Philological Sciences, and professor, has been published, analyzing the results of the CSTO's work for 2023-2025. The author emphasizes that despite international challenges, the CSTO has reaffirmed its significance as an important regional security structure.
From 08:00 on November 29, pre-election campaigning in Kyrgyzstan has ended, and the country has entered a day of silence, which precedes the early elections to the Jogorku Kenesh scheduled for November 30. This day is intended for voters to reflect on their preferences without external pressure. Throughout the day, it is prohibited to:
Today, November 29, Kyrgyzstan is observing a day of silence before the early elections for deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh. The elections are scheduled for November 30, and 2,513 polling stations have been prepared for their conduct across the country.
Kamila Farr Kamila Farr, an American polyglot, has never visited Kyrgyzstan, yet she speaks Kyrgyz fluently and shows deep respect for the culture of this country. Her linguistic skills encompass over 17 languages, including Uzbek, Hazaragi, Vietnamese, Tajik, German, and Spanish. She is a member of HYPIA (the International Association of Hyperpolyglots) and has attracted media attention as an outstanding young linguist. On Instagram, Kamila has over 33,000 followers, mostly from Central Asia,
Taalaybek Mambetaliev and his wife Zhibergul Akunova, residing in the village of Saruu in the Jeti-Oguz district of the Issyk-Kul region, are actively engaged in handicrafts. In an interview with a Turmush correspondent, the couple shared that the prices of their products range from 200 to 15,000 soms.
Several years ago, both in Russia and in other countries of the region, there was a clear skepticism regarding the possibilities of integration projects. This was largely a consequence of Eurocentric thinking, which prevented the recognition of alternative paths for successful integration in Eurasia, different from European models. At the same time, orientalists in Russia showed optimism. In 2015, G.I. Chufrin, a renowned academic, was awarded the E.S. Varga Prize for his work "Essays on
On November 28, 2025, the XI session of the city council took place in Kara-Kul, with the participation of 19 deputies. During the meeting, important documents related to urban development and management were reviewed and approved. Among the decisions made:
The launched raid "Tinting" is aimed at increasing road safety, as well as preventing violations and accidents. According to information from the Main Directorate for Road Traffic Safety (GUOBDD), drivers face a fine of 20,000 soms for violating the rules regarding the tinting of vehicle windows.
Since the beginning of the flu season in 2025, an early onset has been observed, leading to increased attention from experts. According to Ärzte-Zeitung, the season started three to four weeks earlier than in the previous two years. This, in turn, heightens concerns about the new H3N2 virus, which spreads much more easily than previously known strains. Initial data indicate that the number of cases may increase by 20 percent compared to typical flu epidemics. An early and potentially intense
According to the State National Security Committee (GKNB), the purpose of the publications is to manipulate public opinion about citizens of China. The owner of the account "mamyrbaiv" published a video addressing the issue of poor construction and the destruction of the facade of an apartment building owned by the State Mortgage Company. Special services established that "M.B.M.", who works in the construction sector as a monolithic worker, was aware of the design changes
Freedom to Choose a Bank for Salary Transfers Currently, in Uzbekistan, the employer chooses the bank with which to sign a contract, and employees are required to receive their salaries exclusively from that bank. By December 2025, the Central Bank will propose measures allowing citizens to choose their own bank or electronic provider for receiving salaries, which should increase competition in the banking services and payment systems market. By June 2026, the Central Bank will integrate the
Local residents of the Lenin District have appealed to the President of Kyrgyzstan with a request to stop the construction of a five-story building at 46b Lomonosov Street. In their opinion, the new building surrounded by private houses will create serious safety risks, worsen living conditions, and complicate transportation links. In their appeal, they emphasize that the street mainly consists of one- and two-story buildings, while the neighboring plot has been designated for multi-story
- According to data from the National Bank of the Kyrgyz Republic, on November 28, 2025, the price of one gram of gold bullion was as follows: Purchase: 13,045.50 soms Sale: 13,111.00 soms Over the past week, there has been a steady increase in gold prices:
- As of October 23, 2025, 602.5 thousand hectares of grain crops (excluding legumes, rice, and buckwheat) have been harvested, which is 1.5% more compared to the same period in 2024, according to information from the National Statistical Committee. The total volume of harvested grain amounted to 1.8 million tons in initial recorded weight, which is 14.7% less than in the same period last year. The average yield of grains was 29.8 quintals per hectare.
The spouses currently live in Moscow. Begayim shared that she was born in 1992 in Bishkek.
- On November 28, the third meeting of the Working Group on the Development of Industrial Cooperation took place in Moscow, organized under the Council for Industrial Policy of the CIS countries. The format of the event was a video conference, which was attended by representatives from Belarus, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Russia, and Uzbekistan, as well as staff from the Executive Committee of the CIS.
In Tash-Kumyr, for the first time in the last 40 years, villagers have been provided with round-the-clock access to drinking water. Clean water has been supplied to the small settlement of the municipal territorial administration of Kyzyl-Alma, located along the Bishkek–Osh highway. More than 40 households live here. For decades, residents were forced to obtain water through makeshift methods — using irrigation water in the summer and carrying it from a source on the outskirts of the village in
In Kyrgyzstan, there are only a few days left until the elections for the deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh. The voting date is set for November 30. The campaigning of candidates participating in the elections across 30 districts began on November 10. However, on November 29, 24 hours before the opening of polling stations, campaigning will be halted. On this day, early voting outside polling stations will also take place.
The campaigning period for the early elections of the deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh continues from November 10 until 08:00 on November 29. During this time, candidates can interact with voters through various channels, including personal meetings, campaign materials, social media, and even free appearances on television. According to the election law, specifically Article 62-1, concerning "The electoral fund of a political party that nominated candidates for deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh
Member of the Central Election Commission Abdyjapar Bekmatov stated that candidates with legal violations will not be able to receive a mandate, even if they are elected. He emphasized that the legislation strictly regulates election campaigning. In particular, all such activities must be completed one day before the elections.
According to the report from the National Statistical Committee, the gross output of agriculture, forestry, and fishing from January to October 2025 reached 407 billion 455.6 million soms. The physical volume index during this period was 102%. In the structure of agricultural production, livestock accounted for 44.5%, crop production for 51.4%, forestry for 0.3%, fishing for 1.4%, and services for 2.4%.
The international mission conducted an analysis of the potential of the Ombudsman Institute of the Kyrgyz Republic, preparing a corresponding report. The document outlines both the strengths and weaknesses of the institute's work, as well as recommendations for improving its functioning, reports the Ombudsman's secretariat. One of the main conclusions of the mission was that effective leadership plays a key role in the institute's activities. "The leadership demonstrates
Abdyjapar Bekmatov, a member of the Central Election Commission, informed media representatives that 461 candidates have been registered for the upcoming elections. He specified that the system was initially set up for 467 participants.
The political scientist commented on Alexander Lukashenko's words at the CSTO summit During the CSTO summit, Alexander Lukashenko stated that he does not intend to extradite Kurmanbek Bakiev to Kyrgyzstan, but noted that the former president "suffers and misses" his homeland, and expressed a desire to visit his father's grave. Lukashenko intends to discuss this issue with the Kyrgyz authorities.
A pilot project is being launched in the Kyrgyz Republic related to the use of navigation seals for road transport carrying goods between Kyrgyzstan and Kazakhstan. The State Tax Service of the Kyrgyz Republic is initiating this project starting from December 1, 2025, and it will last until January 15, 2026. Participation in the project will be voluntary and free for all types of goods. Navigation seals will be used for cargo traveling:
“A reserve will be available that can be utilized at any time” According to Ernest Karibekov, an energy expert, the construction of the Kara-Keche TPP using coal could completely eliminate the need for electricity imports for Kyrgyzstan. He expressed his opinion in an interview with Vesti.kg regarding the government’s initiative to create solar power plants in 1000 villages.
- According to the data presented in the explanatory note by the Ministry of Finance, growth in agriculture is forecasted in Kyrgyzstan for 2026 and 2027. It is expected that the real increase in production volumes in the agricultural sector will be 2.9% in 2026 and 3.1% in 2027. This growth will be achieved through the development of both crop production and livestock farming.
- From January to September 2025, Kyrgyzstan significantly increased the volume of dried bean exports to Iran, which grew 4.3 times compared to the previous year. According to the National Statistical Committee, the country exported 11,900 tons of beans worth 16.6 million US dollars. For comparison, during the same period in 2024, only 2,700 tons of beans were exported, amounting to 4.5 million dollars. In addition to Iran, Kyrgyzstan also exports dried beans to several other countries:
During a working breakfast held in Bishkek, Adylbek Kasymaliev, the head of the government of the Kyrgyz Republic, met with Bundestag deputies representing the "Germany - Central Asia" Friendship Group. This information was confirmed by the press service of the Cabinet of Ministers. Various issues aimed at deepening cooperation between Kyrgyzstan and Germany were discussed at the meeting.
In the run-up to the parliamentary elections in Kyrgyzstan, analyst Baktybek Saipbaev shared his opinion with the news agency "Kabar." He highlighted several interesting aspects of the current situation, emphasizing that the absence of any loud scandals creates a positive atmosphere for voting. “For the first time, Kyrgyzstan is approaching elections in an environment where the information space is not dominated by scandals and intrigues. Candidates, engaged in working with voters,
According to the latest data presented by the Ministry of Health of Kyrgyzstan, a decrease in the number of visits and hospitalizations has been observed in some medical institutions compared to previous days. This allows for more efficient resource allocation and access to medical care. The Ministry also notes that changes in the number of visits are a common phenomenon during the seasonal period, and final conclusions about trends will be made based on data analysis over the week.
From November 24 to 30, 2025, a raid called "Tinting" is being carried out in the republic, aimed at improving road safety and preventing violations. As part of this event, employees of the State Traffic Safety Department (GUOBDD) will identify vehicles with illegally tinted windows, which will be sent to the impound lot. Owners of such vehicles will be held accountable under part 3 of Article 194 of the Code of Offenses of the Kyrgyz Republic, which implies a fine of 20,000 soms.
On November 27, the Department of Tourism of the Ministry of Economy and Commerce of the Kyrgyz Republic officially opened the country's participation in the Tashkent International Tourism Fair (TITF) titled "Tourism on the Silk Road." According to the Ministry of Economy and Commerce, Kyrgyzstan has participated in this exhibition annually since 1995. At the national stand, visitors can see 10 tourism companies from the country, the city administration of Karakol, and two
In the capital municipality, a meeting of the headquarters dedicated to preparations for the extraordinary elections of deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh of the Kyrgyz Republic took place. The meeting was chaired by the mayor of Bishkek, Aibek Junushaliev, with the participation of representatives from law enforcement agencies and city services. At the meeting, the heads of the four districts of the capital provided reports on the readiness of the precinct electoral commissions and the
The Ministry of Health of the Kyrgyz Republic has announced current information regarding the spread of acute respiratory viral infections (ARVI) and influenza in Bishkek. The agency continues to closely monitor the epidemiological situation amid the seasonal increase in morbidity. According to recent data, some medical institutions are observing a decrease in the number of visits and hospitalizations compared to previous days. This allows for more efficient distribution of the workload and