- According to the information from the Deputy Chairman of the National Bank, Azat Kozubekov, by the end of September 2025, the weighted average rate on the active loan portfolio of banks was slightly below 16.5%, while loans issued in September had a rate just above 18%. In Kozubekov's opinion, such rate values are considered quite moderate.
The decline in the popularity of diesel cars in Europe is a logical result of long-term changes in the market. After the scandal with Volkswagen, known as "Dieselgate," in 2017, sales of gasoline cars surpassed those of diesel cars, and in 2021, a similar trend occurred with traditional hybrid models. In 2022, fully electric vehicles also began to capture a more significant market share. Experts emphasize that diesel cars have lost their positions in key segments. Strict
President Sadyr Japarov issued a decree regarding the improvement of the work of commissioners for the prevention of corruption. This document aims to strengthen the fight against corruption in government institutions. According to the president's press service, the decree is part of the implementation of the State Strategy for Combating Corruption for the period from 2025 to 2030 and designates the General Prosecutor's Office as the main body responsible for preventing corrupt
On November 26, an official meeting ceremony took place in Bishkek between the presidents of the Kyrgyz Republic and the Russian Federation. Vladimir Putin, who arrived on a state visit, was welcomed by President Sadyr Japarov. The motorcade of the Russian leader, accompanied by cavalry, arrived at the "Yntymak Ordo" building.
Starting from January 1, 2024, the position of Secretary General of the Collective Security Treaty Organization (CSTO) will be held by Taalatbek Masadykov, representing Kyrgyzstan. He will succeed Imangali Tasmagambetov from Kazakhstan, as reported at a press conference by Russian presidential aide Yuri Ushakov, according to TASS information. Ushakov also noted that Tasmagambetov will present a report at the upcoming summit, where "current issues of international and regional
In Osh, on Kurmanjan-Datka Street, a new park named "Sairan" has opened. High-ranking members of the city administration, city council deputies, and local residents attended the opening ceremony.
Establishing strong ties between Kyrgyzstan and Russia is becoming increasingly evident. This was stated in an interview with the Kabar agency by Alikbek Dzhekshenkulov, former Minister of Foreign Affairs and ex-ambassador of Kyrgyzstan to Russia. In his opinion, the state visit of Russian President Vladimir Putin to Kyrgyzstan will be of great significance and will bring positive results.
The mayor noted that the new installations will operate independently of the Bishkek CHPP, which will reduce dependence on a centralized heat source. The main goal is to reduce heat supply losses and ensure more reliable heating. An important advantage is that the cost of domestic equipment is 3-4 times lower than that of similar foreign solutions, while the quality remains high.
President of Kyrgyzstan Sadyr Japarov, during an extended meeting at "Yntymak Ordo," confirmed that Russia remains a strategic ally and a reliable partner for Kyrgyzstan. "I am glad to welcome you to our country and grateful for your agreement to visit Kyrgyzstan on a state visit," he noted at the beginning of his speech. Japarov added that the visit confirms the strong ties between Kyrgyzstan and Russia, based on trust and mutual understanding, as well as joint efforts to
On Kalbai Isakova Street in Osh, a driver lost control of their vehicle and veered off the roadway, as reported by the press service of the Ministry of Emergency Situations. According to the information received, three rescuers arrived at the scene, carried out the necessary actions, and returned to their bases.
Negotiations between the presidents of Kyrgyzstan and Russia are taking place in the building "Ынтымак Ордо". For Vladimir Putin's meeting, an honor guard of soldiers from the National Guard and other military personnel was lined up in front of the administrative building of the head of Kyrgyzstan.
The village of Zheti-Tash is located in the Leilek district of the Batken region. Local residents shared stories about the origin of the name of their village.
President Sadyr Japarov signed a decree according to which Timur Zharishbekovich Malbashev is relieved of his duties as the director of the State Agency for Management of State Property. By the same order, Beksultan Tynichbekovich Tokonov was appointed the new director of the State Agency for Management of State Property.
In Batken, teenagers were found walking the streets at night and were handed over to their parents, reports the press service of the Batken region's Internal Affairs Department. According to the department, as part of the preventive campaign "Tilemchi," which took place on November 24 and 25 of this year, employees of the juvenile affairs inspection of the Batken city internal affairs department conducted checks in computer clubs and basements.
- According to her, there are currently 3,973 new jobs opened in the country since the beginning of the year. Analysis by regions shows the following dynamics of new enterprises opening:
Larisa Grigoryevna Konkina, the great-granddaughter of the Hero of the Soviet Union Grigory Konkin, shares her memories of Yuri Gagarin's visit to their home in the Issyk-Kul region. Even after many years, this meeting remains in the hearts of the people. In an interview with a Turmush correspondent, she spoke about her great-grandfather's fate, family traditions, and the preservation of historical memory.
On November 26, a drill event for the police took place in the center of Osh, prepared for the upcoming early elections of deputies to the Jogorku Kenesh, scheduled for November 30. Participating in this event were the authorized representative of the president in the Osh region, Elchibek Jantayev, the head of the regional internal affairs department, Nurlanbek Burkanov, as well as other leaders of law enforcement agencies and their staff.
From November 25 to 27, Russian President Vladimir Putin is on a state visit to Kyrgyzstan. An official meeting with President Sadyr Japarov is scheduled for November 26. Before the arrival of the high-profile guests, the area around the building of the President's Administration was completely secured. The flags of Kyrgyzstan and Russia were raised on the flagpoles, and an honor guard and delegations of ministers from both countries were lined up, awaiting the presidents.
The correspondent of Turmush has prepared an overview listing the individuals who have held the positions of akim and heads of the Chui District State Administration since 2002. The Chui District is an administrative unit that is part of the Chui Region of Kyrgyzstan, with its administrative center located in Tokmok, which is not part of the district itself.
- The decision to detain Altynbek Abduvapov and Islambek Kydyrgychov was made on November 26 at the Lenin District Court of Bishkek. They have been in custody since December 5-6, 2024, after being removed from their positions and sent to the temporary detention facility of the State Committee for National Security (GKNB). The reason for their detention was allegations of corruption related to tax authorities, specifically regarding manipulations with electronic waybills.
Over the past 24 hours, 33 fires have occurred in the republic, as reported by the Ministry of Emergency Situations of the Kyrgyz Republic. To extinguish them, 35 fire trucks were dispatched, distributed across the regions as follows:
As a result of the swift actions of the border forces, 67 heads of cattle were detained, which are believed to have been intended for smuggling. The detained animals were safely transported to the border unit for further processing of the necessary documents. The Border Service reminds that any attempts at illegal movement of cattle will result in legal liability in accordance with current legislation.
The Mayor of New York, Eric Adams, announced his intention to punish everyone involved in the incident at UFC 322, which took place at the famous Madison Square Garden. “Attacks at the tournament are absolutely unacceptable. The New York Police Department is conducting a full investigation, and all those responsible will be punished,” Adams wrote on his social media page on X.
- During a press conference on November 25, 2025, the Deputy Chairman of the National Bank, Azat Kozubekov, commented on the current state of the money supply in soms and its impact on the interest rate. Kozubekov emphasized that the money supply is a key factor determining the level of inflation. The National Bank has a wide range of tools to regulate this supply, including overnight deposits and various operations.
The Main Internal Affairs Directorate of Bishkek reported that the issue related to the delay in the payment of wages to foreign workers in one of the sewing workshops has been successfully resolved. Foreign employees have received their money. Earlier, a video appeared on social media where foreign workers voiced problems related to unpaid wages, as well as the confiscation of their passports and unacceptable behavior from their employer.
The name of Nursultan Nazarbayev has emerged in the context of the Jeffrey Epstein case, who was convicted of pedophilia. These documents, made public due to political turmoil in the U.S., shed light on a long-standing and dirty conflict among the Kazakh elite, as well as its desire to establish connections with Washington. Orda.kz investigated the details of the declassified materials. What do the documents in the Jeffrey Epstein case conceal? Why did Donald Trump call for their release? How
After the first snow in the Chuy region, mushrooms are actively appearing in the forests, gardens, and thickets of trees, growing in groups, reported Turmush correspondent. Irina Stezhko, a biologist, noted that for mushroom hunting enthusiasts, these mushrooms are among the most beautiful and belong to the "winter" category. “These are winter honey mushrooms, also known as Flammulina velutipes. They prefer to grow on weakened deciduous trees. Flammulina is an edible mushroom with
In the Belyovodsky district, the price of meat has dropped by 30 soms for a specific group of buyers. This information was confirmed by local sellers in a conversation with a Turmush correspondent.
On November 26, 2025, on the air of the radio, the leading specialist of the industrial analysis department of the Industrial Management of the Ministry of Economy and Commerce of the Kyrgyz Republic, Sanirabiga Moldogazieva, shared information about the achievements within the framework of the project for launching industrial enterprises. She noted that the largest number of new industrial facilities is being launched in the Chuy region and in the southern regions of the country. The main
On November 26, 2025, border service officers prevented the illegal transportation of livestock across the Kyrgyz-Tajik border. This information was provided by the Border Service of the State National Security Committee of the Kyrgyz Republic. In the specified area, namely in the Ak-Suu rural administration, in the Chesh-Döbö locality, about 1000 meters from the state border, a group of five people engaged in the illegal transportation of livestock was spotted.
The Deputy Chairman of the National Bank, Azat Kozubekov, at a press conference held on November 25, 2025, conducted an analysis of the National Bank of Kyrgyzstan's interest rate, which stands at 11%. He compared this rate with the indicators of neighboring countries such as Russia, Kazakhstan, and Uzbekistan. Kozubekov emphasized that the rates in these countries remain significantly higher than in Kyrgyzstan. In particular, he provided the following data: Russia — 16.5%; Kazakhstan —
The annual campaign "16 Days of Activism Against Gender Violence" has begun in Bishkek, timed to coincide with the International Day for the Elimination of Violence. The event opened at the National Historical Museum under the slogan "Unite to End Violence Against Women," which coincides with the 30th anniversary of the Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action. The campaign will continue until December 10, which is celebrated as International Human Rights Day.
The Central Election Commission has decided to impose a fine of 7,500 soms on Baymurat Bekmuratov, a representative of Joroev. Ismanali Joroev, in turn, received a warning. The punishment was the result of a complaint from Kamchybek Asanov, who claimed that during the election campaign, Joroev distributed money to voters, thereby violating the law. He called on the authorities to take action against the candidate.
- On November 26, 2025, employees of the Border Service of the State National Security Committee (GKNB) prevented an attempt to illegally drive livestock across the Kyrgyz-Tajik section of the state border, according to information provided by the agency's press service. In the Leilek region, in the Ak-Suu rural administration, near the Chesh-Dobo area, a group of five individuals was spotted engaging in the illegal driving of livestock, approximately 1000 meters from the state border.
35-year-old Mirgul from Osh has the surname Apendieva, which often becomes a source of misunderstandings. This was reported by a Turmush correspondent. Apendi is a legendary character from Kyrgyz tales, known for his cunning and wit. According to Mirgul, when people first hear her last name, they usually look puzzled and think she is joking.
In the village of Aral-Sai in the Suzak district of the Jalal-Abad region, it is planned to allocate 3 million 121 thousand 513 soms for the capital repair of Namuna Street. The leadership of the Barpy rural administration has submitted an application for funding from shared (stimulating) grants.
The Ministry of Justice of the Kyrgyz Republic has announced the approval of new rules for the operation of the Psychological-Medical-Pedagogical Consultation (PMPC). An important part of the updated regulations is the transition from the traditional distribution model to a service-oriented approach that focuses on the needs of children and involves their families in the process. From now on, the PMPC conclusion will be provided exclusively to parents, and its transfer to educational
Exports increased by 15% In January of next year, one million barrels of Kazakh oil will be supplied for processing at a plant owned by the Chinese company Yanchang Petroleum. The plant is capable of processing 348,000 barrels of oil daily. Previously, it received raw materials from Russia, but due to U.S. sanctions against Rosneft, it is forced to seek new suppliers.
On December 6, 2025, the first chess tournament will take place at the M.V. Frunze Memorial House-Museum, dedicated to the centenary of the institution's founding. According to information provided by the Ministry of Culture of the Kyrgyz Republic, this tournament will be part of the anniversary events honoring the memory of the outstanding statesman M.V. Frunze.
The Russian Ministry of Transport has announced the adoption of a roadmap that envisions the creation of a unified identification system for all types of autonomous transport. Initially, the project was aimed at unmanned aviation, but now its scope is expanding to include automotive, water, and specialized transport, including rovers. This was reported by Alexey Raikevich, General Director of JSC "ERA-GLONASS," at the "Transport Week – 2025" forum.
On November 25, Russian President Vladimir Putin began his official state visit to the Kyrgyz Republic. The next day, on November 26, an official meeting between the leaders of the two countries will take place at the “Ынтымак Ордо” building, after which Russian-Kyrgyz negotiations will be held.
The Osh City Court sentenced the investigator of the Internal Affairs Department of the city of Osh to 2.5 years of imprisonment with confiscation of property for extorting a bribe. As reported by the press service of the State Committee for National Security (GKNB) at the end of March 2025, during the investigation of the extortion case, police captain R. uulu N. was detained while receiving a $500 bribe.
The Ministry of Agriculture of Kyrgyzstan reported the completion of the new concrete surface laying on the Sary-Tash canal. The canal, located in the Toktogul district of the Jalal-Abad region, stretches for 3,500 meters and is capable of passing 1.5 m³ of water per second. Currently, it provides irrigation for 250 hectares of agricultural land.
The press service of the President of the Kyrgyz Republic reports the appointment of Beksultan Tokonov as the director of the State Agency for Management of State Property. The decree was signed by President Sadyr Japarov.
During the investigation of the audacious Louvre robbery, French law enforcement authorities have detained a fourth suspect, reports RBC. According to the publication Le Parisien, the detainee is one of the direct participants in this crime. The arrest took place on Tuesday morning and was carried out by officers from the anti-gang department (BRB). It has been established that this man was already known to the police and, according to the investigation's version, had connections with the
The detention of the general director of the Dolpran gold mining site has become a landmark event, reflecting profound changes in the natural resource management sector. Kyrgyzstan has been actively working for several years on creating a new model for managing natural resources, which does not allow for closed schemes or special conditions for individual companies. The consistent position of the State Committee for National Security (SCNS) plays an important role in these changes.