In the village of Aral, located in the rural district of Semetey in the Manas region of the Talas province, a fire broke out at the cemetery. According to the press service of the Ministry of Emergency Situations, dry grass was engulfed in flames. According to the agency, the area affected by the fire was 1 hectare.
During the monitoring of social networks, it was found that on the candidate's Instagram page "yrysbek.atajanov," an election campaign video was posted where he interacts with voters on the territory of a mosque. According to the law, conducting campaign events and distributing materials near places of worship is prohibited. Furthermore, information circulated via WhatsApp revealed that the candidate placed a campaign banner on the arch leading to the village of Eshme, which is
In the last 24 hours, there have been 31 cases of fire in the territory of Kyrgyzstan. To extinguish these fires, 36 units of firefighting equipment were involved:
The head of the rural administration of the Issyk-Kul [Ысык-Көл] rural district, Urmata Bozgunov, has been appointed as the head of the rural administration of Tyup [Түп] in the Tyup district as a result of a rotation, as reported by a Turmush correspondent. The order for the new appointment was signed on November 27 of this year by the head of the Tyup district state administration, T. Madyarov.
In Bishkek, as a result of a joint raid by the State Tax Service and specialists from the Ministry of Health of the Kyrgyz Republic, illegal medical drugs and equipment were discovered, as well as medical institutions operating without the necessary licenses. During the inspection of one of the private clinics in the capital, various medical products and equipment were found that lacked primary documentation. Additionally, it was established that this clinic was operating without tax
Indira (name changed), the mother of a 14-year-old girl named Aydai, reached out to Kaktus.media for help. She accuses the doctors of actions that led to the amputation of her daughter's leg and demands government intervention. A Difficult Path to Diagnosis On October 11 of last year, Aydai was hospitalized in the nephrology department of NCOMID with a diagnosis of "nephrotic syndrome." After two weeks of treatment, she was discharged.
According to the Ministry of Finance report, from January to October 2025, revenues from the gambling tax amounted to 383.4 million soms, which is 64.8% more than in the same period of 2024. This is reported by economist.kg. Thus, income from gambling increased by 150.7 million soms compared to last year. Notably, almost 95% of the revenues are generated by casinos, which increased their payouts from 221 million to 364.6 million soms.
- In the capital of Kazakhstan, on November 27, the fifth meeting of the Working Group, which includes the member states of the Intergovernmental Council, took place, where key areas in geology and subsoil use in the CIS were discussed. During the meeting, experts thoroughly examined the draft Program aimed at developing cooperation among CIS countries in the study, use, and protection of groundwater until 2030. The action plan for its implementation was approved by the Council of Heads of
At a recent meeting of the Central Election Commission of the Kyrgyz Republic, a decision was made to impose a fine on Zhanibek Amatov, a candidate from district No. 3. *****Materials from the Internal Affairs Department of the Kadamjai district in the Batken region indicated violations by Amatov during his election campaigning. In particular, a video was posted on his Instagram page "amatovzhanybek," in which he holds a meeting with voters on the territory of a mosque.
In the Uzgen district of the Osh region, in the village of Karoоl, it is planned to pave three streets, which will require 7 million 216 thousand 509 soms. The application for funding was submitted by the leadership of the Chon-Alaï rural administration with the aim of attracting shared (stimulating) grants. According to information posted on the "Open Budget" portal, the local budget for 2026 allocates 2 million 216 thousand 509 soms, while an additional 5 million soms in the form of
Kyrgyz citizens aspiring to a scientific career have the opportunity to enroll in graduate programs at Russian universities. This was reported at the Russian House located in Bishkek. Organization specialists emphasized that Russia holds leading positions in the world in training specialists in the fields of mathematics, physics, chemistry, geology, engineering, programming, medicine, and humanities.
The village of Chon-Tash, located in the Tyup district of the Issyk-Kul region, attracts attention with its unique nature and interesting history. Kerimbek Emilbaev, a local resident, shared with a Turmush correspondent the features of his native village.
In November, a significant C5+1 summit was expected at the White House, where Donald Trump met with the leaders of five Central Asian countries. His goal was to regain U.S. influence in the region, where the power of Russia and China is growing, through large contracts and statements about a "new era."
On November 26, 2025, the Third Economic Forum "European Union - Central Asia" took place in Tashkent. The event gathered representatives from governments, businesses, and international organizations to discuss key areas of economic cooperation between the countries of the region and the EU. According to the Ministry of Economy of the Kyrgyz Republic, the delegation was headed by Deputy Prime Minister Bakyt Torobaev. In his address, he emphasized the importance of developing
In the Naryn region, activities for the digitalization of power grids are actively being implemented to improve the quality of service for the population. According to information provided by the press service of the Ministry of Energy of the Kyrgyz Republic, it is planned to install an automated commercial electricity accounting system (ACES) for 32,753 subscribers by 2025. Currently, the system has already been implemented for 30,643 consumers, which is 94% of the planned amount. Completion
According to information provided by the Cabinet of Ministers' office, during his visit, Kasymaliev will participate in a business forum dedicated to the "Day of the National Economy of Kyrgyzstan in Berlin." He will also take part in the next meeting of the Kyrgyz-German Business Council, where he serves as co-chair from the Kyrgyz side. Adylbek Kasymaliev has arrived in Berlin. Photo by the press service of the Cabinet of Ministers. Adylbek Kasymaliev has arrived in Berlin.
In the Bazar-Korgon district of the Jalal-Abad region, a residential house in the village of Kyzyl was completely burned down, as reported by the press service of the Ministry of Emergency Situations. According to information from the agency, the incident occurred at the address Turdukulova Street, and the total area affected by the fire was 99 square meters.
In the Naryn region, the final forum of the awareness-raising campaign "Ulut narky – el narky" took place, aimed at preventing extremism and terrorism, reports Turmush correspondent. This campaign covered all districts of the Naryn region, during which meetings were held with youth, representatives of public organizations, educational institutions, and local authorities.
"We maintain friendly relations," said Russian President Vladimir Putin in the context of his ties with Kyrgyz President Sadyr Japarov. This statement was made during an interview that Putin gave to the Nomad TV channel on November 27 during a meeting of the Collective Security Treaty Organization (CSTO) Council held in Bishkek.
The Ministry of Agriculture of the Kyrgyz Republic has announced the results of the Digital Farmer Hackathon 2025 competition. This event focused on the application of digital and artificial intelligence technologies in the agricultural sector and water resource management. The main task of the hackathon was to develop modern digital tools aimed at improving the efficiency of water resource use and updating the country's agro-industrial complex. The results of the competition highlighted
On the second floor of the House of Culture in the village of Tash-Döbö of the Arashan Ayil District of the Alamidin region, a ceremonial opening of the Digital and Financial Literacy Cabinet took place. “This cabinet is a modern initiative aimed at enhancing the digital skills and financial knowledge of citizens. Its goal is to familiarize residents with technological innovations, teach them to make informed decisions in the financial sphere, and create conditions for the effective use of
During operational investigative actions in the Chuy region in 2025, the state managed to return over 12 thousand hectares of land, reported Kamchybek Tashiev, Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers and head of the State National Security Committee, at a meeting with residents of the Kemin district. He noted that the land in this region is considered one of the most fertile in the country and creates excellent conditions for agricultural production. "Previously, the lands were divided
This Sunday, the residents of Kyrgyzstan will be electing a new composition of the Jogorku Kenesh, which will be the VIII convocation. While candidates are actively campaigning, Kaktus.media analyzed how much was spent on maintaining the self-dissolved VII convocation of parliament. Expenses for the salaries of deputies continue to persist, as the parliament's apparatus remains operational. There are also costs associated with official trips and the use of reserve funds.
On November 27, the Central Election Commission of the Kyrgyz Republic made a decision to annul the registration of two candidates for deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh, representing multi-mandate districts No. 22 and No. 24 — Lyra Akunova and Gulnaz Khalilova. The candidates submitted their withdrawal from the elections: L. Akunova on November 26 and G. Khalilova on November 27.
Recently, the Minister of Digital Development and Innovative Technologies of Kyrgyzstan, Azamat Jamangulov, held a meeting with Malik Olzhabekov, the Vice Minister of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Development of Kazakhstan, as well as with representatives of JSC "NC Kazakhstan Gharysh Sapary" and JSC "RCKS". During the discussion, the participants addressed current issues related to the development of satellite technologies, experience exchange, and deepening
In the Uzgen district, in the village of Jazy, located in the Jazy rural district of the Osh region, a fire occurred, resulting in the burning of 2 hectares of forest. This information was provided by the press service of the Ministry of Emergency Situations.
In Kyrgyzstan, the construction of solar power plants is planned in 1000 villages Turmush — Kamchybek Tashiev, the chairman of the State National Security Committee and deputy chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers, announced the intention to install solar power plants with a capacity of 1 megawatt in 1000 villages of Kyrgyzstan during a meeting with residents of the Kemin district. Tashiev noted that there is a significant shortage of electricity in the country, which has resulted from increased
On the Lebedinovka-GES-5 highway, which is 4.4 km long, the first layer of asphalt has been laid. According to information received from the press service of the Ministry of Transport and Communications, the category of the road has been changed during the reconstruction, and the number of lanes has been increased from two to four. As part of the project, work on the construction of sidewalks, installation of lighting, and repair of significant bridge structures is also actively ongoing.
In the Manas district, in the village of Uch-Korgon, work is actively underway on the asphalt laying over a distance of 2 kilometers, as reported by representatives of the local administration. According to the information received, the laying of the asphalt concrete surface is being carried out by road enterprise No. 48 on the section of Sharip-ake Street. This project is being implemented as part of the state capital construction program.
The Ministry of Economy presented a draft amendment to the Cabinet of Ministers' Resolution No. 60, adopted on February 5, 2025, on November 27, 2025. The draft, titled "On Amendments to the Cabinet of Ministers of the KR Resolution 'On Measures for the Implementation of Article 307 of the Tax Code of the KR'," concerns the application of a "risk-oriented" system for calculating the tax base for VAT on imported goods from EAEU countries that exhibit risk
In the Naryn region, a food fair took place, as reported by our correspondent Turmush. At the event, farmers from the rural district of Esenaly Dairakunov offered local residents a variety of agricultural products.
Talantbek Imanakun uulu, the Deputy Minister of Construction, Architecture, and Housing and Communal Services, expressed the opinion that residents of Bishkek, who are dissatisfied due to smog, traffic jams, and renovations, might consider relocating to villages or to the jailoo to improve their quality of life. He noted that "Bishkek is the capital, and we must develop upwards." Citing Beijing, where residents spend 1-1.5 hours traveling on multi-lane highways, he emphasized that if
During the meeting of the Council of Ministers of Foreign Affairs and Defense, as well as the Committee of Secretaries of the Security Councils of the CSTO member states, the Minister of Defense of the Kyrgyz Republic, Major General Ruslan Mukambetov, met with the Minister of Defense of the Russian Federation, Andrey Belousov. During the meeting, current issues and future prospects for cooperation between the two countries in the field of defense were discussed. Both sides noted the positive
According to Putin, joint projects play a much more significant role for both countries. He reminded of the cooperation in the fields of artificial intelligence, energy, and industry. "This certainly brings us together in some way. But in my opinion, that's not the main point. The fact is that both Russia and Kyrgyzstan are united by something entirely different," the president noted. Thus, the emphasis is placed not on sanctions, but on future interaction and the implementation
In an interview with the new television channel "NOMAD TV," which covers Russian-Kyrgyz relations, Vladimir Putin noted that his ties with the President of Kyrgyzstan, Sadyr Japarov, can undoubtedly be described as friendly. He emphasized that the relationship between the two countries is based on enduring values such as respect for culture and language. The Russian language, which Japarov and Putin use to communicate, serves as a connecting link between Kyrgyzstan and Russia.
Ismail Dairov, the director of the Regional Mountain Center of Central Asia from Kyrgyzstan, has made an urgent request to "VES 24" to reach out to the presidents of Central Asia. The expert raises an issue that he believes requires immediate intervention from the region's leaders.
In the Jumgal district, in the village of Chayek, a new hemodialysis center has opened, as reported by Turmush correspondent. The center is equipped with 10 beds and the necessary medical equipment, allowing it to serve up to 30 patients daily.
The Deputy Prime Minister and the Chief of the State National Security Committee, Kamchybek Tashiev, announced the start of construction of a bypass road connecting Bishkek and Kemin during a meeting with local residents. The total cost of this project is 65 million dollars. "Recently, residents have been increasingly complaining about traffic jams in the city, especially when leaving Kant and entering Bishkek. Currently, we are working on the construction of the Kemin—Bishkek bypass road.
On the approach to Batken, there is a mountain known to locals as Töö-Tash, reports Turmush correspondent. From a distance, this mountain resembles a lying two-humped camel.
Omurzak Tolobekov, a producer and screenwriter known for works such as "President and Homeless," "Moscow Love," "Love of a Millionaire," "Revolution," "Son of Manas Semetei," and "Love and Wealth," is actively involved in the international project "Manas." He has already traveled with it to the USA, Europe, and Asian countries. In anticipation of the Epic Day of "Manas," we discussed with the filmmaker the
The Ministry of Agriculture is actively working on creating infrastructure to train farmers in modern digital skills. Deputy Minister Asel Kenenbaeva announced this information on November 27. According to Kenenbaeva, the ministry plans to open specialized service centers for farmers. These centers will focus on on-site training. "First, it is necessary to prepare the centers themselves, after which they will be able to train other farmers," she added.
Initially, Owens accused the First Lady of France of being a man, for which the Macron family sued her. Now she claims that Brigitte and Emmanuel Macron themselves organized her assassination. The American commentator, known for her radical views, reported that the president and his wife "paid" for her elimination. These statements were published in a piece by Euronews.
The attack was meticulously planned: Lacanval opened fire with a revolver on two members of the West Virginia National Guard — 20-year-old Sarah Beckstrom and 24-year-old Andrew Wolfe, who had just taken their oath. President Trump confirmed that Sarah Beckstrom did not survive her injuries, while Andrew Wolfe is currently "fighting for his life." The FBI is treating the incident as an act of terrorism; searches are being conducted at the homes of the suspect in two states.
- The Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic approved the conclusion to the loan agreement "First Program for Sustainable and Inclusive Growth," which was signed in Bishkek on September 22, 2025, with the OPEC Fund for International Development. The document will be submitted to the Jogorku Kenesh for ratification, and the Ministry of Finance has been designated as responsible for its implementation.
A tragedy occurred in downtown Washington, resulting in the death of 20-year-old Sarah Beckstrom, a member of the U.S. National Guard. This was reported by President Donald Trump, citing information from the BBC. Another victim, 24-year-old Andrew Wolfe, is in critical condition, according to official sources.
Baryktabas Abdyldaev, who lives in Kara-Suu in the At-Bashinsky district of the Naryn region, is engaged in yak breeding. In his free time, he enjoys hunting. In a conversation with a Turmush correspondent, Baryktabas shared that he was born in 1974 in his native village of Kara-Suu. He graduated from school in 1991 and was drafted into military service in 1992. His army service took place in a peacekeeping battalion on the border of Tajikistan and Afghanistan. Upon returning home, he faced the
This decision by the administration was a result of an incident that occurred in Washington, where a citizen of Afghanistan was arrested on suspicion of a shooting that left two National Guard members seriously injured. One of the injured, Sarah Beckstrom, later died in the hospital. The suspect, Rahmanullah Lakanwal, immigrated to the U.S. in 2021 under a program that provides special protection for Afghans following the withdrawal of American troops from Afghanistan. In response to questions