Monitoring of Fish Farms in the Talas Region Revealed Violations

- The Regional Administration for the Talas Region of the Land and Water Supervision Service, in conjunction with the prosecutor's office of the Bakai-Ata and Talas districts, conducted an inspection of fish farms. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Agriculture. During the inspection, it was established that the main fish breeding is carried out using drainage water.

Meri Kuvatova represented Kyrgyzstan at Miss Universe in the image of a golden eagle

Meri Kuakova, also known as Maria, is one of the winners of the "Miss Kyrgyzstan 2024" contest and is currently representing her country at the 74th Miss Universe international beauty pageant. The current contest is taking place in Nonthaburi, Thailand, where participants from 120 countries are competing. The final is scheduled for November 21.

"The Hunter's House" in Karakol: The History of the Building Associated with Przhevalsky

In Karakol, the building that currently serves as the Issyk-Kul Regional Center for Children's and Youth Creativity has a history of over a hundred years, as reported by the local mayor's office. The exact date of construction of this building remains unknown; however, considering its historical significance, one can confidently speak of its existence for more than a century.

A polling station for remote voting has been established at Institution No. 21 of the GSIN

The Central Election Commission of the Kyrgyz Republic has announced the establishment of a polling station for remote voting at Institution No. 21 of the State Penitentiary Service, timed to coincide with the upcoming early parliamentary elections scheduled for November 30, 2025. The polling station is located at: Bishkek, Geologicheskiy Lane, 2a and was established to improve conditions for the exercise of citizens' voting rights, taking into account the request of Institution No. 21 of

US troops arrived in Ukraine for negotiations to end the war. What is known about Trump's peace plan?

According to information provided by the American military, a delegation that includes Minister Driscoll, Chief of Staff of the U.S. Army General Randy George, and Commander of the U.S. Army in Europe General Chris Donahue has arrived in Kyiv to discuss a ceasefire. During their visit, Driscoll and his team will meet with Zelensky, who will return from Turkey on Thursday.

The State Committee for National Security detained the head of the rural administration for extorting $100,000 — the court sentenced him to 10 years in prison with confiscation of property.

The Supreme Court confirmed the decision of the district court regarding the former head of the ayil okmotu, Orozbekov, from the Kadamjai district of the Batken region. He was sentenced to 10 years in prison, confiscation of property, and a three-year ban on engaging in certain activities while serving his sentence in a general regime correctional colony.

Students of Kara-Kul competed in the contest "Not Just Girls"

Turmush — On November 17, a competition called "Not Just Girls" took place in Kara-Kul, as reported by a Turmush correspondent. This event was timed to coincide with International Students' Day. The Deputy Mayor Manas Abdykalykov attended the opening of the competition and congratulated the participants.

In the Ministry of Economy of the Kyrgyz Republic, an operational headquarters has been established to support representatives of the sewing and textile industry.

The Ministry of Finance and the IMF Mission Discussed Budget and Tax Reforms and Economic Trends

A meeting took place at the Ministry of Finance between Finance Minister Almaz Baketaev and the head of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) mission, Dmitry Gershensson. During the discussion, current economic trends were reviewed, as well as important aspects of tax and budget policy and plans for its further development. IMF representatives noted positive changes in the country's macroeconomic situation, emphasizing successes in budgetary and tax policy and the growth of the

Unusual Behavior of Pheasants Captured on Video by Hunters in the Chuy Region

Hunters from the Chui region have noticed changes in the behavior of pheasants in the current hunting season. According to them, they sometimes spend the whole day searching for these birds in the reeds, but without success. "As soon as we get on the road and sit in the car to move to another location, it suddenly turns out that the pheasants have left the thickets and are now calmly on the roadway. They stroll, feed, and, noticing danger, take off, displaying beautiful

Starting February 1, 2026, the use of navigation seals for the transportation of timber from the Russian Federation through Kazakhstan or Kyrgyzstan will begin.

As part of this pilot project, Russia does not plan to equip freight vehicles with GLONASS systems for vehicles involved in transportation. The list of wood subject to transportation using navigation seals includes items such as unprocessed timber, barrel wood, split logs, piles, stakes, and wooden posts that are not sawn along, as well as rough-hewn timber used for the production of various products, including umbrellas and tool handles. The list also includes wooden sleepers for railway or

Schoolchildren in Kazakhstan are being moved to remote learning due to the rise in cases of ARVI.

According to clarifications, if more than 20% of children in a class are ill, the classroom system is canceled, which means that students stay in one classroom for all lessons. Moreover, if the percentage of sick students exceeds 30%, the class temporarily switches to distance learning. The Ministry of Health also denied rumors of a new strain of influenza in the country. At a briefing held on November 19, representatives of the department assured that the identified viruses correspond to the

Munarbek Seyitbek Uulu Reached the Final of the Boxing World Cup

Kyrgyz boxer Munarbek Seyitbek uulu has reached the final stage of the World Boxing Cup. He began his journey in the tournament from the quarterfinals in the under 60 kg category. In his first fight, he faced a boxer from Poland, and in the semifinals, the Kyrgyz athlete achieved a convincing victory over William David Hutti, representing England.

Media: The White House rejected the proposal of the President of Venezuela to resign within the next two to three years

According to reports, Maduro's proposal involved granting American energy companies access to Venezuela's oil resources. As reported by the AP agency, Venezuelan officials suggested that Vice President Delcy Rodriguez take the presidency during a transitional period that was supposed to last until 2031, with no intention of running for election. However, this proposal was rejected, as the U.S. continues to not recognize the legitimacy of Maduro's regime. Washington believes that

Kyrgyzstan and Uzbekistan intend to increase mutual trade to $2 billion

During the business forum of CAREC in Bishkek, the Minister of Economy and Commerce of Kyrgyzstan, Bakyt Sydykov, met with the Minister of Investments, Industry, and Trade of Uzbekistan, Laziz Kudratov. During the meeting, they discussed the current state and future of Kyrgyz-Uzbek economic cooperation. The main focus was on achieving the goal set by the leaders of the two countries — to increase the volume of mutual trade to 2 billion US dollars.

The CEC accredited another 81 international observer for the early elections of deputies to the Mazhilis.

On November 19, the Central Election Commission of the Kyrgyz Republic issued accreditation to 81 international observers for participation in the early elections of the deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh, scheduled for November 30, 2025. According to the CEC's resolution, the following organizations are among the accredited observers:

Aruuke Kadyrbek kyzy became the bronze medalist of the Islamic Solidarity Games

Kyrgyz athlete Aruuke Kadyrbek kyzy won a bronze medal in women's wrestling at the VI Islamic Solidarity Games. This information was announced by the State Agency for Physical Culture and Sports. It should be noted that the VI Islamic Solidarity Games are taking place in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

China threatened Japan with measures over the Prime Minister's words about Taiwan

On Wednesday, November 19, a representative of the Chinese Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Mao Ning, stated at a regular press conference that Beijing would be forced to take decisive measures if Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takahichi did not retract her erroneous statements about Taiwan. According to DW, her words were confirmed by Reuters. Mao Ning emphasized that Japan needs to take concrete steps to protect the foundations of bilateral relations. She noted that the Japanese Prime

NBKR proposes to change the regulations for microfinance organizations towards tightening.

- The National Bank of Kyrgyzstan is initiating a public discussion on a draft resolution that includes changes to regulatory acts concerning: the rules for regulating microfinance organizations, including those operating based on Islamic financial principles; the forms of periodic reporting for microfinance organizations (MFOs); the rules regarding the activities of guarantee funds. Key changes:

Every second patient does not control their disease: The quality of hypertension and diabetes management has been assessed in Kyrgyzstan

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Mayor of Bishkek: The new racetrack will be built in the area of the new Osh market and the Western bus station, not in Voenno-Antonovka.

Scientists believe that human activity has caused the tilt of the Earth.

The research is based on the principle of conservation of angular momentum, which states that changes in the internal mass distribution of the Earth can affect its rotation. It was previously thought that the main factor influencing the tilt of the axis was the melting of glaciers in Greenland and Antarctica; however, the new study adds another aspect. Russian experts have reacted skeptically to these findings. Alexey Ostapchuk, head of the laboratory of deformation processes at the Russian

The Autumn Charm of the Kara-Balta River Captured by Residents

A resident of Kara-Balta shared charming autumn landscapes captured in photographs, reports Turmush correspondent. On weekends, the residents of Kara-Balta gladly go for walks in the picturesque foothills, where the Kara-Balta River, located near the village of Sosnovka, bursts out of the mountain gorges and rushes into the Chui Valley.

It has become easier to call for genocide against Israel: X restricted the translation of such messages into other languages.

By disabling automatic translation of publications in Hebrew, platform X cited the risk of distorting context; however, users expressed doubts about the true reason. Many believe this may be an attempt to hide posts that call for violence and genocide, which are often found among Israeli bloggers and politicians. According to the publication "Israel Hayom," platform X has indeed limited automatic translation of posts in Hebrew. Meanwhile, the built-in neural network Grok explained to

Mosque for $55 million: Sadyr Japarov provided clarification regarding the gift from Abdukadir Khabibulla

Earlier in an interview, Zaparov noted that Khabibulla is also building a mosque for the people of Kyrgyzstan, which has sparked interest and questions among readers, especially regarding potential personal interests in this project. — Hello, Sadyr Nurgoyevich!

Toy bear with AI removed from sale — it was telling children about sex

The PIRG group, which focuses on public interest research, conducted an analysis of three AI toys designed for children aged 3 to 12 years. Experts found that all these toys touch on sensitive topics in one way or another, which may cause dissatisfaction among parents. Without additional prompts, they discussed issues such as religion and even military valor in Scandinavian mythology. During the tests, the FoloToy bear exhibited the most activity. For example, it provided step-by-step

Khabib Nurmagomedov: I Don't Want Makhachev to Compete at the White House

Khabib Nurmagomedov, the former UFC lightweight champion, expressed his reluctance to see Islam Makhachev at the tournament that will take place at the White House in the USA. “Actually, it’s not so important who will participate. If Islam is among them, it will be a significant event for us. But speaking of my opinion, I would prefer that he doesn’t fight there. I just don’t want him to,” Nurmagomedov shared in an interview with journalist Adam Zubayraev. It is worth noting that after his

Amendments Made to the Formation of the Stabilization Fund. The President Signed the Decree

On November 14, 2025, President Sadyr Japarov signed decree No. 313, which amends the Procedure for the Formation and Use of the Stabilization Fund, approved by decree No. 252 dated September 5, 2025. The updated paragraph 17 of this Procedure rephrases the second sentence, which now obliges the initiating entity, after approval of the request for allocation of funds, to independently prepare a draft decision for the President and submit it to the Administration in the established manner. This

Mosque for $55 million: Sadyr Japarov spoke about the gift from entrepreneur Abdukadir Habibulla

The President of Kyrgyzstan, Sadyr Japarov, commented on the construction of a mosque worth $55 million, initiated by entrepreneur Abdukadir Habibulla, in an interview with the National Information Agency "Kabar". Text of the interview:

Sadyr Japarov spoke about the mosque worth $55 million that is being built by Habibula Abdukadir

During his speech, President Japarov noted that the new religious complex will become an important place for the systematic education of the younger generation, which will receive religious education on-site. He emphasized that this construction has no hidden personal interests. “This is not just a mosque. We are creating a madrasa where children can live and receive systematic religious upbringing,” he stated.

Alai, Chong-Alai, Karasu unite to advance Kyrgyzstan, — candidate Ch.Mamajakypova

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The mayor's office explained how they will decorate the main Christmas tree and Ala-Too Square.

In the capital of Kyrgyzstan, Bishkek, active preparations for the New Year celebrations have begun at Ala-Too Square, as reported by the press service of the city hall. This season, the main Christmas tree will be installed on the northern side of the square, which will create more space for relaxation and celebration.

Sadyr Japarov met with the Minister of Foreign Affairs of China, Wang Yi

On November 19, Sadyr Japarov met with Wang Yi, who holds several high positions, including a member of the Politburo of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of China and Minister of Foreign Affairs. During the conversation, the parties discussed important aspects of bilateral relations, including ways to strengthen political dialogue and joint projects. President Japarov noted that Kyrgyz-Chinese relations have reached a historically high level. He also emphasized that visits by the

Kulubaev and Wang Yi held the first meeting of the strategic dialogue in Bishkek

During the official visit to Bishkek, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi, who is a member of the Politburo of the CPC Central Committee, met with the head of the Kyrgyz Foreign Ministry, Jeenbek Kulubaev. This event marked the first meeting of the strategic dialogue between the two countries at the ministerial level. Attention was focused on issues of trade and economic cooperation, as well as topics related to agriculture, energy, processing, and transport projects. The optimization of the

Scientists have discovered how to rejuvenate the immune system

As part of the experiment, participants included a small amount of pomegranates and nuts in their diet daily for a month. After 28 days, scientists recorded noticeable positive changes: cells became less prone to depletion, and their metabolism improved. However, doctors warn that one should not abruptly increase the consumption of these products. Moderation remains a key factor in achieving positive results. Specialists also recommend consulting a doctor before making changes to the diet.

In the city of Manas, a mass brawl occurred; one is in intensive care, 11 people have been taken to the police.

A mass brawl occurred on the night of November 18 to 19 in the city of Manas. As a result of the incident, one person was hospitalized in intensive care, and criminal proceedings have been initiated. According to information from the press service of the Internal Affairs Department of the Jalal-Abad region, at 01:00, a report was received at the police station that in the Sputnik microdistrict, near the "Azyk-Ordo" store, a group of young people numbering from 15 to 20 had started a

The new "Azattyk Arena" stadium will be ready by August 1, 2026.

Recently, the chief of staff of the president, Kanaybek Tumanbaev, visited the construction site of the new "Azattyk Arena" stadium in Bishkek and noted that the project is progressing according to schedule. Tumanbaev reported that the concrete work is 80% complete, and the remaining tasks are planned to be finished by December 10. Following that, the installation of structures will begin, which should be completed by February 15. At the same time, work on engineering systems,

Expert: Reducing Permitting Documents Will Make Business Life Easier

- In Kyrgyzstan, the process of reforming the licensing and permitting system continues. This was reported in an interview with the radio by specialist Azamat Akeneev. He noted that previously, entrepreneurs faced the necessity of obtaining over 900 different permits, while according to current legislation, there should only be about 100. Many of these requirements were outdated or duplicated each other, thus creating additional obstacles for businesses, especially for small and medium

In the city of Talas, a breakthrough in the heating network occurred at a kindergarten attended by 210 children.

Due to the emergency situation that occurred at the "Ak Beshik" kindergarten, representatives of the Talas city administration visited the institution to assess the current situation. On November 15, an incident involving a heating network rupture occurred in Talas, which led to flooding in the basement areas of the kindergarten. As a result, the operation of the institution was temporarily suspended, and the enrollment of children was halted. Restoration work is currently underway.

The Foreign Ministers of Kyrgyzstan and China Discussed Strategic Partnership and Key Projects

From November 19 to 20, 2025, an official visit by Wang Yi, the Minister of Foreign Affairs of China and member of the Political Bureau of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of China, is taking place in Kyrgyzstan at the invitation of his Kyrgyz counterpart Jeenbek Kulubaev. During the visit, the first meeting of the Strategic Dialogue at the level of foreign ministers of both countries was held, as reported by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Kyrgyzstan.

Sadyr Japarov met with the Minister of Foreign Affairs of China

Discussing issues of bilateral cooperation, Japarov noted that Kyrgyz-Chinese relations have reached a historic level, emphasizing the significance of each visit by Wang Yi, which brings new ideas and proposals for the development of strategic partnership between the two countries. During the conversation, the president focused on practical aspects of cooperation, including the construction of transport infrastructure, such as railways and roads, as well as the opening of new flight routes and

How a Wealthy Merchant and an Officer Organized a Uprising in At-Bashy — The Story of Shershenaly Abaev

Turmush continues to highlight the fates of outstanding individuals from the regions of Kyrgyzstan who contributed to the socio-economic development of the country. As part of the "Тарых инсаны" ("Personality in History") section, we will tell you about Sharsheanalı Abaev, who actively participated in strengthening Soviet power in Kyrgyz lands since 1918. Sharsheanalı Abaev is a well-known statesman whose name is listed in encyclopedias, and his portrait can be seen in the

Can Evolution Have a "Plan B" in Case Our Species Disappears?

Johnny Thompson, a philosopher, studies the concept of a possible "Plan B" for evolution in case of humanity's extinction. This modest flightless bird inhabits Aldabra Atoll. Externally, it does not stand out: its brown feathers and size are similar to that of a chicken.

A large-scale assessment of the quality of patient management with hypertension and diabetes has been conducted in primary healthcare organizations in Kyrgyzstan.

In the capital of Kyrgyzstan, Bishkek, a Round Table and strategic meeting took place, dedicated to important issues of prevention, early diagnosis, and control of arterial hypertension and diabetes. Within the framework of the event, the results of a comprehensive study were presented, which assessed the treatment, adherence to prescriptions, and patient awareness regarding the treatment of arterial hypertension and type 2 diabetes in primary healthcare institutions across the country. This

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New Agreements in Tourism and E-commerce Signed at the CARES Business Forum

During the business forum of the Central Asian Regional Economic Cooperation (CAREC), which is taking place today, two important memoranda were signed. These documents pertain to cooperation in the fields of tourism and e-commerce, as reported by the Ministry of Economy. Agreement between tourism companies of Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan

Meta won the antitrust case regarding the acquisition of WhatsApp and Instagram

According to the court's decision, the FTC failed to prove that Meta holds a monopoly position in the market, which determined the outcome of the case in favor of the company. The FTC initiated the lawsuit in 2020, claiming that Meta's acquisition of Instagram in 2012 for $1 billion and WhatsApp in 2014 for $19 billion led to the establishment of a monopoly position in the social media market, which was illegally maintained.

In Nookat, a landfill was on fire: The sanitation service was fined 28,000 soms

In the village of Өсөр, a fire broke out at the landfill on November 18, as reported by a Turmush correspondent. The flames engulfed the waste site and smoke covered Nookat.