Energy Saving. What Bishkek Looks Like in the Evening (photos, videos)

According to new measures, street lighting is being turned off in many areas of Bishkek and on roads outside the central highways. This decision was made in response to the electricity shortage. What does nighttime Bishkek look like? Streets and Yards Without LightIn many places, shop signs and street lamps are turned off, although in some areas there was no lighting even before.

A man impersonating a GKNB employee was detained in the Chui region.

According to the State Committee for National Security of the Kyrgyz Republic, N. K. A. has been detained for deceiving people by posing as a representative of the special services. He managed to illegally obtain 3 million soms from citizens. The criminal promised to stop the criminal prosecution related to a case from the Ministry of Internal Affairs for a fee, but after receiving the money, he did not fulfill his promises. Moreover, he began to threaten the victims, intimidating them with the

UFC: Myktybek Orolbai Uulu Faced Off Against His Opponent. Video

In the capital of Qatar, Doha, the Face to Face ceremony took place in conjunction with the UFC Qatar: Tsarukyan vs Hooker tournament. The upcoming fight of Myktybek Orolbai uulu will be against Jack Hermansson and will take place in the weight category up to 77 kg.

The Ministry of Internal Affairs detained Temirlan Sultanbekov in a case related to calls for mass riots.

According to information provided by the Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic, a series of investigative and operational activities have been initiated regarding the politician Temirlan Sultanbekov, born in 1998. He is suspected of inciting the overthrow of the government by organizing mass riots. The Ministry of Internal Affairs clarifies that in connection with these events, a criminal case has been opened under Article 278 of the Criminal Code of the Kyrgyz Republic,

The deadline for obtaining taxi licenses has been extended to February 1, 2026.

The deadline for taxi license checks has been extended to February 1, 2026, according to information provided by the Department of Road Safety of the Osh region. Previously, taxi drivers expressed dissatisfaction due to significant queues at the GUOBDD (State Traffic Safety Department) of the Ministry of Internal Affairs, which hindered many from obtaining their licenses within the established timeframe.

In 5 years, the volume of industrial production in Kyrgyzstan has increased by 23%

- According to data from the National Statistical Committee, the volume of industrial production in Kyrgyzstan in 2024 amounted to 599.8 billion soms at current prices. The physical volume index this year was 105.5% compared to 2023 and 122.9% relative to 2019, confirming significant growth in the sector over the past five years.

How Much Tropical Fruits Cost in the Markets of the Jayil District

Fruit prices: bananas cost 110-160 soms per kilogram, mandarins — 90-160 soms, pineapples — 200 soms, oranges — 150-180 soms. Persimmons are also available at the market, their bright fruits attracting the attention of buyers. Persimmons coming from southern Kyrgyzstan and Uzbekistan cost between 55 and 130 soms per kilogram, depending on their size and variety.

In Kyrgyzstan, the agricultural financing project worth 4 billion soms has been completed

- The Ministry of Agriculture has announced the completion of the initiative "Agricultural Financing - 13". Within the framework of this project, loans were issued for a total amount of 4 billion 92 million 769 thousand 440 soms.

Jailys Basketball Players Became Silver Medalists of the "Orange Autumn" Tournament

In Bishkek, at the gym of secondary school No. 17, the autumn basketball tournament "Orange Autumn" was held for boys born in 2008-2010. Six teams participated in this competition, including the team from the children's and youth sports school of the Jayil district. The team consisted of students from Poltava secondary school and was coached by Rasulbek Begaliev.

Children are being prepared for murder through video games, warns Europol

Katrin De Boll, the executive director of Europol, stated that modern criminal groups manipulate children, using them to commit serious crimes. “These are not just minor offenses; these are major criminal acts,” she noted in an interview with POLITICO and Welt. De Boll also cited a case where a boy was instructed to kill his younger sister, which he did. “This is extremely cruel; we have never encountered anything like this,” she added. Furthermore, she pointed out that some states and

In Tokmok, a "Hyundai Palisade" and a "Honda Civic" collided

In the Chui region, in the city of Tokmok, a traffic accident occurred involving a Hyundai Palisade SUV and a Honda Civic sedan. According to eyewitness accounts, the accident took place on November 21 at around 15:15 at the intersection of Soviet and Victory streets.

Trump demands Ukraine's agreement to peace plan by November 27

U.S. President Donald Trump announced his intention for Ukraine to accept the American peace plan by Thursday, November 27, stating that Thanksgiving would be the "optimal moment" for reaching an agreement. He noted that Ukraine is "losing territory," while Vladimir Putin "is not inclined to continue the war," which creates suitable conditions for ending the conflict.

Kyrgyzstan: Personnel Changes from November 17 to 21

Throughout the week, there have been numerous personnel changes in Kyrgyzstan. Two deputy ministers of health have been relieved of their positions. Kaarmanbek Baidavletov, who started working in September 2024, is moving to another position.

In the Jeti-Oguz District, a goods fair was held — how much did the meat cost

An agricultural fair was held in the Jeti-Oguz district. According to the district agricultural development management, local farmers and producers presented their agricultural products at the fair.

Trump reconciled with the new mayor of New York, Mamdani

According to BBC information, Trump showed a positive attitude, noting that he and Mamdani have "more in common than he could have assumed." He also added: "We both wish for a successful future for our beloved city." Mamdani, who advocates democratic socialism and stands for the rights of minorities and immigrants, previously won a convincing victory in the mayoral elections in early November. In contrast, Trump had urged voters to support his party mate Andrew Cuomo, whom

Life in the Regions: Azamat Aitbaev — a Master from Batken Region Earning a Living by Weaving Baskets

Azamat Aitbaev is a craftsman who earns a living by weaving baskets from twigs. Resident of the village of Samarkandek in the Batken region, Azamat Aitbaev has been weaving baskets from twigs for 15 years and makes a living from it. This village faces problems with water supply, which has led many people to move to the city, increasing the number of unemployed.

A new route for electric bus No. 33 is being launched in Bishkek

The Central Election Commission registered the authorized representative and trusted persons of the candidates for deputies of the Housing Council.

The Central Election Commission, acting on November 21, made a decision to annul the registration of the authorized representative for the election of the candidate for the Jogorku Kenesh from district No. 29, Temirbolot Asanalievich — B.S. Zholdoshov. As a result, the new authorized representative for the elections became E.K. Kerimkulov. A registration certificate will be prepared for the registered authorized representative in accordance with established norms.

Three candidates for deputies of the ЖК have been fined for violating the conditions of election campaigning.

The Central Election Commission (CEC) held a meeting on November 21, during which it discussed violations committed by candidates for the Jogorku Kenesh during the election campaign, as well as an incident involving the insult of one of the candidates. According to information provided by the CEC, a decision was made to impose fines on several candidates. Emilbek Abdykadyrov (district No. 22), Nurkan Koichumanov (district No. 12), and Zhyrgalbek Samatov (district No. 10) were fined for

In the village of Chon-Tash, the funeral of former governor of the Jalal-Abad region, Masirov, took place.

In Kara-Kul, located in the Jalal-Abad region, the funeral of Koshbay Masirov, who previously held the position of governor, took place on November 21. Representatives of the local administration, as well as prominent public and state figures, including former Prime Minister Zhantoro Satybaldiev, honored him with their presence, along with respected workers in the energy sector and local residents.

Missing 16-Year-Old Kristina Omurkulova from Tokmok Found in the Capital

16-year-old Kristina Omurkulova from Tokmok, Chui region, who had been missing since November 20, has been found. According to information from her family, the girl was discovered this evening in Bishkek. Relatives noted that "her health condition is satisfactory. We express our gratitude to everyone who participated in the search, including residents and police officers."

The Story of One Family: A Guy from Kemina Came to the Institute for Dance and Stepped on a Girl's Foot, She Scolded Him, and Later Became His Wife

In the Kyzyl-Oktyabr rural district, located in the Kemin region of the Chui region, lives the married couple Adylbek Abdyldaev and Shayirkul Toktonazarova. Their life together spans over fifty years. Adylbek Abdyldaev, born on January 1, 1949, in the village of Zhany-Alysh, grew up in a family of a collective farm worker. His wife, Shayirkul, was born on November 26, 1953, in the village of Svetlaya Polyana, located in the Jeti-Oguz region of the Issyk-Kul region.

Unusual Names: Abdykerimov from Issyk-Kul was named after an expensive fabric that only wealthy people could afford

In the "Unusual Names" section, 61-year-old Kymkaptai Abdykerimova is featured, residing in the village of Maman, located in the Ak-Suu district of the Issyk-Kul region. Kymkaptai has five children and fourteen grandchildren.

Kyrgyzstan Strengthens Control Over the Pharmaceutical Market: Drug Prices Decreased by 25-30%

In Kyrgyzstan, there has been a significant decrease in drug prices, amounting to 25–30%. This was reported by the country's Minister of Health, Erkin Chechebaev, during the "Kabar podcast". According to him, after the collapse of the Soviet Union, the pharmaceutical sector ended up entirely in the hands of private individuals. However, this model proved to be ineffective, as the pharmaceutical industry requires a special approach where standard market mechanisms are not always

Former judges who changed the verdict for a murderer will be held criminally liable

The press service of the Council of Judges reported that consent has been obtained to bring criminal charges against three former judges of the Bishkek City Court. Today, the request of the Attorney General regarding former judges S.B., J.M., and K.A. was considered. This pertains to a criminal case related to offenses described in parts 1, 2 of Article 336, paragraph 2 of part 3 of Article 342, paragraph 2 of part 2 of Article 343, as well as paragraphs 1, 2 of part 2 of Article 344,

Musk: "AI and Robotics Will Make Money Irrelevant"

At this forum, Musk emphasized that in the future, technology will enable the creation of an economy where traditional financial constraints will be loosened, although some factors, such as the scarcity of energy and resources, will still remain important. He noted that in the context of AI development, money will lose its significance, as machines will be able to produce goods and services without human involvement. As an example, Musk cited the science fiction cycle "Culture" by

Traffic Police: Taxi License Checks Postponed Until February 1, 2026

At the meeting, Kozukeev instructed his subordinates to address the issues with queues and create more comfortable conditions for drivers when obtaining licenses. He noted that to reduce waiting times, working days will be extended to Saturday, and breaks will be shortened. The colonel also reported that the introduction of fines for non-compliant licenses and the conduct of raids has been postponed until February 1, 2026.

In Chuy Region, the director of a construction company has been detained on suspicion of fraud in government procurement.

In connection with the identified violations, the Internal Affairs Department of the Kemin District has initiated a criminal case on the grounds of a crime stipulated by Article 209 (Fraud) of the Criminal Code of the Kyrgyz Republic. On November 20, 2025, I.A. was detained in accordance with Article 96 of the Criminal Procedure Code of the Kyrgyz Republic and placed in a temporary detention facility. Currently, the investigation is ongoing.

Rating of Online Clubs: What to Consider When Researching?

When choosing an online platform, the casino rating becomes a reliable assistant. This is a list of sites that are licensed and have established a positive reputation. Experts study them to help players quickly orient themselves and find a suitable casino. Top 10 Online Casinos The casino rating available at the link does not include unreliable sites. Experts pay attention to checking various brands to filter out those that lack a license or have a poor reputation. Such casinos often occupy

The Mausoleum of the Prophet Idris in Chatkal has been commissioned for reconstruction - work has not yet begun

In the Chatkal district, the lack of work on the improvement of the mausoleum of the prophet Idrys continues. This information was announced at a recent meeting held at the presidential representative office in the Jalal-Abad region. Previously, protocol instructions regarding the reconstruction of the mausoleum were issued, which included creating conditions for pilgrims and building guest houses. However, to date, no work has begun on the site.

Minister of Health: Every Tenth Kyrgyzstani Faces Mental Disorders

In a recent episode of the "Kabar" podcast, Minister of Health Erkin Checheybaev reported that 11% of the population of Kyrgyzstan officially suffers from mental illnesses. This data was obtained based on statistics from psychiatric medical institutions across the country. Among the disorders included in this statistic are depression, stress disorders, panic attacks, and neuroses.

At Dubai Airshow, a plane crashed

During the air show held at the Dubai Airshow 2025, an incident occurred involving a plane. Preliminary information reports that the multi-role fighter of Indian manufacture, Tejas, crashed, according to TASS.

The former building of the presidential representative office in the Jalal-Abad region is intended to be turned into a branch of one of the schools in the city of Manas.

The building, previously used by the office of the presidential representative in the Jalal-Abad region, will soon become a branch of one of the local schools in Manas. This information was presented at the extraordinary XIX session of the city council of deputies of the X convocation, which took place on November 20.

Revenue increased from 30 to 100 million: the "Bazar" system showed results at "Dordoi"

The State Tax Service of the Kyrgyz Republic has presented the results of the implementation of the new information system "Bazar" at the "Dordoy" trading complex. According to information from the tax authority, from March 15 to August 15, 2025, as part of a pilot project initiated by the decree of President Sadyr Japarov "On the implementation of pilot projects for tax administration in markets and mini-markets of the Dordoy trading complex," this project was

New Measures Against Organized Crime Are Being Prepared in Kyrgyzstan

The President's Administration has presented for discussion a draft law "On Amendments to the Criminal Code of the Kyrgyz Republic to Strengthen the Fight Against Organized Crime." This step is part of the country's internal policy aimed at eliminating organized crime, dismantling its financial and ideological foundations, as well as protecting the rights of citizens and the interests of the state. The explanatory note states that organized crime remains one of the main

Chinese doctors performed free heart defect surgeries for children in Kyrgyzstan.

This year, a group of doctors from China performed free surgeries for children with heart defects in Kyrgyzstan. The director of the charity fund "Heart Protection," Aibulak Jumak, spoke about this at a press conference at the "Kabar" agency. According to her, this is already the third consecutive year that Chinese medics have provided their assistance for free. The "Heart Protection" fund began its activities in 2023.

Taxi drivers' license checks postponed until February 1, 2026

The deadline for checking taxi licenses has been postponed to February 1, 2026. This was reported by the press service of the Main Directorate for Road Safety (GUOBDD), which conveyed the information to the "Kabar" agency. It turned out that taxi drivers had repeatedly complained about long queues at GUOBDD departments, which hindered them from obtaining licenses in a timely manner.

In Leilek, more than three dozen ethnic Kyrgyz who arrived from Tajikistan received the status of "kairylman"

In the Leilek district of the Batken region of Kyrgyzstan, ethnic Kyrgyz who have resettled from Tajikistan have received certificates confirming their "kairylman" status. Ulukbek Zheemuratov, the deputy akim of the Leilek district, reported that 61 people have submitted applications for status registration.

The IMF Highly Appreciated Kyrgyzstan's Economic Growth in Recent Years

The meeting between Daniyar Amangeldiev, the First Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers, and Subir Lall, Deputy Director of the Middle East and Central Asia Department of the International Monetary Fund, took place recently. According to the government, during the discussions, the parties reviewed the current macroeconomic indicators of Kyrgyzstan, the results of the recent short-term IMF mission, and opportunities for further cooperation aimed at maintaining sustainable economic growth

In Naryn, the number of patients visiting the hospital is growing year by year

On November 20, a meeting of the regional board took place in the Naryn region with the plenipotentiary representative of the president. Mayors of districts, city administrators, as well as heads of various regional and district departments and representatives of local self-government participated in this event. The main agenda items were the results of the socio-economic development of the region.

Prevention of Cardiovascular Diseases Significantly Reduces Mortality — Checheybaev

The Minister of Health, Erkin Checheybaev, reported that preventive measures in the field of cardiovascular diseases can significantly reduce mortality rates. According to him, these diseases are the leading cause of deaths in Kyrgyzstan, with 53% of all deaths associated with them. In this regard, Checheybaev emphasized that the country places great importance on combating cardiovascular diseases.

The President of the ADB visited DEPO-2 and got acquainted with the electric buses of Bishkek

During the event, the director of MP "BGT," Talant Kaparov, presented the details of the project to the participants, highlighting its key aspects and stages of implementation. The participants also saw photographs from the construction process of the DEPO, a 3D animation of the "Pilot Green Corridor," as well as a training simulation for preparing electric bus drivers. In addition, the delegation got acquainted with the charging stations and new features of the electric

Checheybaev visited children's hospitals in Bishkek due to a surge in cases of ARVI and influenza

In light of the growing number of ARVI and influenza cases, Health Minister Erkin Checheybaev conducted an inspection of several children's medical institutions in Bishkek, where parents frequently bring their children with these illnesses. During his visit, he familiarized himself with the situation at the City Children's Clinical Emergency Hospital and the Republican Clinical Infectious Disease Hospital.

Checheybaev: The Crisis in Medicine Lasts for Years, Like a Chronic Illness

Erkin Checheybaev, the Minister of Health of Kyrgyzstan, recently shared his thoughts on the current state of the country's healthcare system in an episode of the "Kabar Podcast." He compared it to a chronic illness that requires long-term treatment. According to him, problems in the field of medicine exist not only in Kyrgyzstan but in most countries around the world. "Almost no country can boast of a perfect healthcare system. Such examples are extremely rare, as people

Man claims his 14-year-old daughter was raped for six months. Three guys detained.

In the Toktogul district, three individuals have been detained on suspicion of rape, as reported by the press service of the Internal Affairs Department of the Jalal-Abad region. According to the agency, on November 20, a 39-year-old resident of the city of Toktogul, M.S., approached the duty police station with a report of a crime.

The Minister of Health of the Kyrgyz Republic inspected the work of several hospitals in Bishkek, where parents with children suffering from ARVI and influenza most often seek help.

In Bishkek, the Minister of Health of Kyrgyzstan, Erkin Checheybaev, conducted an inspection of several medical institutions that parents most often turn to with children suffering from acute respiratory viral infections and flu. As part of his working visit, he familiarized himself with the conditions at the City Children's Clinical Emergency Hospital and the Republican Clinical Infectious Diseases Hospital. According to the hospital directors, there is a significant increase in visits

Khabib Nurmagomedov Invited Pavel Durov to a Training Session

Nurmagomedov, who that evening was the second for Ikram Aliaskerov and Umar Nurmagomedov, took a photo with Durov at the tournament in Abu Dhabi.

Strong Earthquake in Bangladesh: There Are Fatalities, Hundreds Injured

A 5.7 magnitude earthquake has been recorded in Bangladesh, resulting in the deaths of at least five people, including one child, and around a hundred individuals have been injured, according to preliminary data reported by Kazinform. According to information from Reuters, there are numerous reports of building damage in various regions of the country, including the capital Dhaka, where the population density is particularly high.