Forty Dead. The Ministry of Emergency Situations Calls on Citizens of the Kyrgyz Republic to Follow Fire Safety Rules

The Ministry of Emergency Situations of Kyrgyzstan has made an official statement urging the population to strictly adhere to fire safety rules. The agency expressed concern about the increasing number of fires and responded to public inquiries regarding the lack of inspections of private homes. “According to the Law on Fire Safety, adopted on December 13, 2022, representatives of the state authority do not have the authority to conduct inspections in the private sector,” the Ministry of

GKNB KR: Head of the branch of the State Enterprise "Cadastre" in the Jayil District detained

During the searches conducted both at the premises of the branch of the State Enterprise "Cadastre" and at the residences of the detained officials, typewriters and state-form templates issued back in 2004, as well as new, unregistered state acts of private ownership were discovered and seized. Additionally, instances of illegal issuance of state acts for land plots were recorded, which were carried out through the forgery of primary documents and their subsequent registration in the

Kyrgyzstan Awarded Gold Medal at the World Expo 2025 in Osaka

The Pavilion of the Kyrgyz Republic was recognized by the international jury for its outstanding design and successful combination of traditional values with modern technologies. In addition, the exhibition received acclaim for its powerful humanitarian message, inspiring creativity and personal development. This award serves as a vivid confirmation that Kyrgyzstan is actively asserting itself as a country with a unique culture, high human potential, and a determined position in shaping the

Photo - In the city of Osh, the funerals of a woman and five children who died in a fire are taking place.

In the city of Osh, on October 23, the funeral of six family members took place, including a mother and her five minor children. According to a Turmush correspondent, the head of the family, Oibek Abdullaev, who was working in South Korea, returned to Kyrgyzstan to say goodbye to his loved ones. Representatives of the city administration, deputies, and local residents attended the funeral.

In Kyrgyzstan, fuel prices may rise by 15%, predicts the Antimonopoly Agency

In order to improve the situation in the market, the Service proposed that the Ministry of Economy and Commerce consider a number of measures to alleviate price pressure: temporarily reduce the tax burden, including excise tax, VAT, contributions to the Road Fund, and other fees, which account for about 20% of the cost of fuel; provide domestic oil traders with revolving credits for purchasing fuel from Russian refineries at new, higher prices, which has already proven effective in conditions

In Bishkek, the railway crossing on Auezov Street will be temporarily closed

In Bishkek, road works are scheduled, due to which the railway crossing at the 3,788th kilometer, located on Auezov Street, will be temporarily closed on October 28 from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. This information was provided by the press service of the State Enterprise "National Company 'Kyrgyz Temir Zholu'." During this time, vehicle traffic will be redirected via Auezdorozhnaya, Valikhanov, and Chuy Avenue.

Weather forecast in Kyrgyzstan for October 23: no rain expected

Clear weather without rain is expected in Kyrgyzstan. In the capital, Bishkek, the temperature at night will be +5 degrees, rising to +23 during the day.

Ministry of Construction: A "Unified Passport" must be placed at all construction sites in Kyrgyzstan

Now, a "Unified Passport" will be placed at all construction sites, which will help citizens obtain complete information about the project and ensure that the construction complies with legislative norms. The new document will include: * the logo of the Ministry of Construction;

Construction of a high-rise building in Bishkek suspended. Safety regulations were not followed.

The Ministry of Construction, Architecture, and Housing and Communal Services has received a video reporting violations of technical safety at a construction site located at: Simferopolskaya Street, 8. The press service of the agency informs about this. According to their information, specialists from the Bishkek City Department of State Architectural and Construction Control conducted a full inspection at the site, after which administrative measures were taken.

The U.S. is considering additional tariffs on China after new restrictions from Beijing

The flags of the USA and China against a clear sky symbolize the relationship between the two countries. According to Trump, new tariffs will take effect on November 1 and will be added to the existing tariffs, which in some cases exceed 30%. The US also plans to impose export restrictions on important software. Earlier that same day, the president expressed a threat of retaliatory measures and a cancellation of the planned meeting with Chinese leader Xi Jinping. He characterized the

Kamchybek Tashiev: Plans to Build Mortgage Housing in the Ak-Talinsky District

During his working trip to the Naryn region, the Chairman of the State National Security Committee (GKNB) Kamchybek Tashiev attended the transfer of special and agricultural equipment for the Ak-Talinsky district. The press center of the GKNB reported this event. As specified by the press service, the equipment was purchased with funds from the president's stabilization fund, which allocated 110 million soms for the needs of the district.

In Bishkek, prices for residential houses have increased by 35 percent over the year

According to the State Agency for Land Resources, the average cost of individual residential houses in Bishkek for the first eight months of 2025 amounted to 16.177 million soms. This figure exceeds similar indicators from the previous year by 35.1 percent. According to the agency's data, the Oktobrskiy district is the most expensive place to buy housing, where the average price for houses reaches 24.634 million soms.

Para-athletes from Kyrgyzstan returned with awards from competitions in Japan

The Asia Triathlon Para Championships & Para Cup in Japan concluded successfully for Kyrgyzstani para-athletes, as reported by the State Agency for Physical Culture and Sports. Results in the PTVI category:

At the Bishkek CHPP, exercises were conducted to eliminate an ammonia leak

In Bishkek, command-staff exercises were organized at the CHPP, which became part of the civil defense preparation plan. This was reported by the press service of the city hall. During the second day of the exercises, a simulation of an ammonia leak in the chemical workshop was conducted, which allowed the station staff and emergency services to practice their actions in emergency situations related to the release of hazardous substances.

The CEC denied two citizens registration as candidates for deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh.

Two applications for the registration of candidates for deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh were rejected by the Central Commission for Elections and Referendums. According to reports from the CEC press service, the refusals were received by Kurmanbek Jooshbaev and Rahim Asanova.

Boy dies after dog bite: Medical staff confirmed death, while parents brought him to the district hospital in hopes of a miracle

A tragic incident occurred on October 22, and an investigation is currently underway with the appointment of relevant expert examinations. View this post on Instagram

Former KR Greco-Roman Wrestling Coach Led Egypt's National Team to Championship

Led by Azat Erkimbaev, the Egyptian national team in Greco-Roman wrestling won the youth world championship held in Serbia. This was made possible thanks to his experience, as he was previously the coach of the Kyrgyzstan national team. This information was published on the U23 World Championships website here. Recall that in August, Erkimbaev signed a three-year contract with the Egyptian team, which will be in effect until the conclusion of the 2028 Olympic Games in Los Angeles, according to

Elon Musk stated that robots will completely replace humans in the future

Elon Musk, CEO of Tesla and SpaceX, expressed the opinion that in the future, work will become a matter of choice rather than necessity. He shared this in his account on the social network X, as reported by NSN. In response to a comment from American entrepreneur Jason Calacanis, who noted that Amazon plans to automate 600,000 jobs, Musk emphasized that "artificial intelligence and robots will take all jobs."

Veterinary and Phytosanitary Inspectors at the Kyrgyzstan Border to be Equipped with Body Cameras

Body cameras will be used during inspections, searches, and interactions with business entities. All video recordings will be automatically transmitted to the Ministry's Situational Center, ensuring real-time analysis and monitoring. This will allow for a quick response to potential violations, minimizing the influence of the human factor and increasing the efficiency of state control. The implementation of the video recording system represents an important step in the digital

Life in the Regions: A Group of Foreigners Bought Felt Beads from Kerimzhan Kadyrkulova

58-year-old Kerimzhan Kadyrkulova, living in the village of Min-Bulak, is engaged in the production of wool products. “I graduated from the embroidery department at the Frunze educational institution named after Suymonkul Chokmorov. This craft was inherited from my mother, who was a talented artisan. I also chose this path and now work with wool. I make felt and create various souvenirs. For the past three years, I have been actively engaged in my favorite work, participating in exhibitions and

Donald Trump canceled the previously scheduled meeting with the President of Russia

US President Donald Trump has canceled the meeting with Vladimir Putin that was scheduled to take place in Budapest. According to Trump, negotiations with the Russian leader may be postponed to a later date.

Netanyahu's Wife Asked Ministers to Sign a Letter Requesting a Pardon for Her Husband

According to reports from Israeli media, Sara Netanyahu attempted to convince ministers who had previously refused to sign the appeal that the pardon is a timely measure. She also noted that U.S. President Donald Trump supports this initiative and that the accusations against her husband are "unjust" and unfounded. Israeli media also emphasize that some ministers perceive the letter as an informal gesture of support, initiated by Environment Minister Idit Silman, who organized the

October 23: Where Power Outages Will Occur in Bishkek and the Regions

In Bishkek and other regions, power supply interruptions are expected. This information was provided by local energy companies. 1 Bishkek From 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM — residential area "Kara-Jyach" (Toruart, Kara-Jyach, Ankara, Dordoy, Kojojar, Juzumjar, Yrys streets); From 9:30 AM to 5:00 PM — microdistrict "Kok-Jar", house No. 6; From 9:30 AM to 5:30 PM — sections of Budennogo, Pionerskaya, Frunze, Ogonbaeva streets; From 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM — residential areas

Mosquitoes Discovered in Iceland for the First Time. This Year Has Been Record Warm for the Country

The first appearance of mosquitoes has been recorded in Iceland. According to BBC News, this year has been a record warm one for the country. Previously, Iceland remained one of only two places on the planet free of mosquitoes, the other being Antarctica.

Sadyr Japarov called to dedicate 23 minutes on October 23 in honor of the snow leopard

In his address dedicated to the International Snow Leopard Day, President Sadyr Japarov noted that this day has become an important event for the whole world. “Today we officially celebrate this day for the first time, and it fills me with special pride, as the initiative was proposed right here on Kyrgyz land. Our people, who have a deep connection with the mountains and the snow leopard, suggested this significant event, and the world has heard us,” he said.

Dirt and Dust: In Novovoznesenovka, the street needs a major repair costing 6.1 million soms

In the village of Novovoznesenovka, located in the Ak-Su district of the Issyk-Kul region, funding in the amount of 6 million 148 thousand 200 soms is planned for the capital repair of Adamov Street. The application for funding was submitted by the leadership of the Ayil Okmotu Khan-Teniri, hoping for support under the shared (incentive) grants program.

198 Kyrgyz citizens submitted applications expressing their intention to participate in the early elections for deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh of the Kyrgyz Republic.

The Central Commission for Elections and Referendums is accepting documents from those who wish to participate in the early elections of deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh of Kyrgyzstan, which will take place on November 30, 2025. Currently, 198 citizens have already registered. It is important to remember that the last day to submit applications for the intention to participate in the elections is October 30, 2025, by 18:00.

Cancellation of the meeting between the leaders of the USA and Russia followed after the conversation between Lavrov and Rubio

The situation surrounding the Ukrainian conflict has reached a deadlock following a phone call between Sergey Lavrov and Marco Rubio, as reported by NBC News.

The Prosecutor General's Office of Kyrgyzstan has eliminated tax violations by an international internet platform

In the Chuy Region, the season for Birch Boletes has begun: Tips for gathering from an expert

The season for collecting birch boletes has started in the Chuy region. Sayora Mamatova shared useful tips for gathering these nutritious mushrooms.

In Bishkek, the heating pipeline is being warmed up ahead of the heating season

Today, the municipal enterprise "Bishkekteploset" began work on heating and launching the steam pipeline, which is part of the preparations for the autumn-winter season. This information was provided by the press service of the city administration. According to their data, the work is being carried out along the railway tracks — from Koenkozov Street to Fuchik Street.

Transport Workers' Day. The Work of Drivers is the Key to the Uninterrupted Operation of the Kumtor Mine

Every year on October 25, Kyrgyzstan celebrates the Day of Workers of Automobile Transport and Road Economy. On this day, representatives of CJSC "Kumtor Gold Company" spoke about the role of drivers in ensuring the safety of people and the integrity of cargo, as well as how they contribute to the stable operation of the country's largest mine. According to the company's information, the transport service "KGK," which employs hundreds of experienced drivers,

At the National Hospital, complex surgeries were performed on children with vascular pathologies of the brain.

The operations were performed in a high-tech angiographic operating room using modern intraoperative imaging techniques. The multidisciplinary team included not only neurosurgeons but also anesthesiologists, radiology technicians, and intensive care specialists. This approach ensured a high degree of safety, diagnostic accuracy, and treatment efficacy. Before the intervention, thorough angiographic diagnostics were conducted to study the anatomical structure of the vessels, as well as the size

The Central Election Commission imposed fines on a number of candidates for parliament.

On October 22, the Central Election Commission held a meeting to discuss cases of violations of legislation in the field of election campaigning. As a result of the analysis conducted by the working group, and in accordance with Articles 65, 455, and paragraph 3 of part 1 of Article 451 of the Code of Offenses, as well as Articles 3, 4, and 8 of the constitutional Law "On the Central Commission for Elections and Referendums," the following decisions were made:

Through a GSM gateway, tens of thousands of dollars were extorted from Kyrgyz citizens, after the SIM cards were flushed down the toilet — the investigation revealed the scheme.

As a result of the investigation into the case of illegal acquisition of funds through a GSM gateway, a verdict has been issued. According to data published in the State Register of Judicial Acts, the accused, Batyr [name changed K.B.E.], in April 2024, being aware that the SIM box [a device for manipulating mobile numbers] was used in fraudulent schemes operating in the shadow cryptocurrency and telecommunications sectors, contacted a person referred to as "H.V." via

Young Talents: A Student from Tyup R. Perizhiga is Fluent in Kyrgyz and Conquering Equestrian Sports in Kyrgyzstan

Ruslan Perezhiga, who lives in the village of Tyup in the Issyk-Kul region, speaks Kyrgyz fluently and actively participates in Kyrgyz equestrian sports. He is currently in the 4th grade at Kaykin School.

Life in the Regions: A Teacher from Karakol Recreated Legendary Aircraft of the Great Patriotic War

In Karakol, located in the Issyk-Kul region, Vadim Arkhipov works as a computer science teacher who has realized his long-standing dream by creating a remote-controlled model of an airplane that played an important role during the Great Patriotic War. At the regional competition, his work took first place, and at the international level, it secured third place. Turmush correspondent spoke with Vadim about his project, the challenges he faced, and his inspiration.

In Bishkek, the Kyrgyz drama "Akyrky Dem" ("Last Breath") is being released in theaters.

Today, the Kyrgyz drama "Akyrky Dem" ("Last Breath") is released in theaters. The film is set in the picturesque mountains of Kyrgyzstan, where a shepherd named Bakyt decides to save an injured foal named Monchok — a descendant of famous racehorses, who is threatened with death. For his daughter Karlygach, this foal becomes the embodiment of hope and dreams. Success in horse racing opens doors to fame for them, but it also provokes envy and greed from those around them.

In the city of Orlovka, the road infrastructure is being updated

On Frunze Street in the town of Orlovka, Kemin District, Chui Region, work has begun on laying new asphalt, as reported by the press service of the city administration. The total length of Frunze Street is 1.8 kilometers, and it previously had asphalt that dated back to the Soviet era, but it has completely deteriorated. This work was initiated at the request of the residents. In Orlovka, most streets already have asphalt coverage, although it is outdated, it still retains its functionality. On

The developer of the spyware Pegasus was bought by Americans

The deal was confirmed shortly after a report from the Israeli tech news site Calcalist, stating that a group led by Hollywood producer Robert Simonds agreed to acquire the surveillance technology manufacturer for several tens of millions of dollars. Hershovitz also noted that "this does not mean the company is escaping the control of Israeli regulators." According to him, the headquarters and main production facilities remain in Israel, and control over the company is retained by

The Audit Chamber identified violations in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs amounting to 72.7 million soms

According to the press service, the Audit Chamber of the Kyrgyz Republic has completed an audit of the budget of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and its foreign representations for the years 2023–2024. Photo of the Audit Chamber. The audit revealed violations in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs amounting to 72.7 million soms The audit results showed that financial violations totaling 72.7 million soms were found in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. These violations pertain to errors in the

Ministry of Energy: The European Union will allocate $1 billion for the construction of "Kambar-Ata-1"

At the forum, it was announced that the European Union is ready to allocate a total of $2.4 billion to finance the project by signing bilateral agreements with Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan, and Kazakhstan. In particular, Kyrgyzstan will receive $1 billion, made possible by the signing of two memoranda:

In New Zealand, they want to ban social media for children under 16 years old

Photo from the internet In the New Zealand Parliament, an initiative is being discussed to introduce a bill that will limit social media use for young people. This information was reported by Reuters. The new bill proposes a ban on access to social media for individuals under the age of 16, and companies like Facebook and TikTok will be required to verify the ages of their users.

In Bishkek, the national corporate race "Business Run KG 2025" took place.

On this day, the run took place in the format of a team relay over distances of 5 and 10 km. Each participant ran one lap of 1 km. For the 5-kilometer distance, the team consisted of 5 people, while for the 10 km, there were 10 participants. All participants who successfully completed the run received commemorative medals and were also able to take part in the interactive contest "Guess the Sport," which added an element of fun and team spirit to the event.

New Vaccine Prevents the Development of Aggressive Cancer in 88% of Cases

The developed vaccine has shown impressive results in experimental mice: according to previous studies, it is capable of not only reducing tumor sizes but also completely eliminating them. New research has confirmed its preventive action. During the experiment, the vaccine was administered to mice along with tumor peptides, and three weeks later, the rodents were implanted with cancer cells that cause aggressive tumors. As a result, the vaccine was able to prevent the development of pancreatic

"Stop, thief!" — with these words her career began: The story of Major Aydai Ibraeva

On November 1, the Kyrgyz police will celebrate its 101st anniversary. In connection with this date, Turmush is launching a series of materials dedicated to the employees of the Ministry of Internal Affairs.

The Central Election Commission of Kyrgyzstan Warned Potential Candidates for Deputies About Responsibility for Violating Fundraising Rules

The Central Election Commission (CEC) made an important statement for future candidates for the Jogorku Kenesh: funding for the election campaign is only possible through official bank accounts. Special accounts can only be opened at "Eldik Bank" or "Aiyl Bank," and the use of other services for fundraising is prohibited.

Business Relocation to Uzbekistan: What the Kazakhstan Tax Reform Leads To

The new tax reform being prepared in Kazakhstan is already causing discontent among ordinary citizens, excluding officials. The publication Caravan.kz details what exactly citizens are complaining about and how changes in tax legislation are already affecting the economy. It is worth noting that this is one of the most discussed projects on the "Open PNA" platform. Among the comments, it is very difficult to find those who support the proposed changes.