Life in the Regions: Temirlan Tyulemishev from the Ton District Experienced the Crisis of the 1990s and Raised Energy Specialists Who Became Leaders

Temirlan Kurmanalievich Tyulemishev is an experienced dispatcher of the Ton Electric Networks, who has dedicated his life to the energy sector in the Issyk-Kul region. Among energy professionals in Kyrgyzstan and the CIS, Tyulemishev has earned a reputation as an outstanding specialist. His life journey is an example of resilience and dedication: from the difficult days of service in Afghanistan to his many years of contribution to the development of the country's energy sector.

Firefighters, Foresters, and the Ministry of Internal Affairs Involved in Fire Extinguishing in Tokmok

In the Chuy region, in the city of Tokmok, a fire broke out, engulfing dry grass and shrubs in an open area. Emergency services were notified immediately. According to the Ministry of Emergency Situations, 23 rescuers from Tokmok, three fire trucks, an operational group, as well as seven rescuers from the Chuy region, 17 forestry workers, and 10 police officers are involved in extinguishing the fire. Additionally, one water truck from the "Vodokanal" and another from the municipal

In the Ak-Suysky District, witnesses filmed a wolf spotted by the road

Witnesses reported an encounter with a wolf on the roadside in the Ak-Suysky district. “On November 24, between 06:30 and 07:00, while driving between the villages of Kerege-Tash and Sary-Kamysh, we spotted a wolf and managed to film it,” they added.

In Karakol, the installation of the New Year tree has begun in the central square.

In Karakol, work has begun on the installation of the New Year’s tree in the square named after Ch. Aitmatov, reports Turmush correspondent. The installation of the tree is being carried out by the company "Tazalyk." It is expected that the decorated tree will be opened to the public by December 20. According to information from the company, there will be no New Year’s fireworks in the central square on the night of December 31 to January 1 this year. This tree was purchased by the

Text of Putin's Statement for the Press Following Negotiations with Japarov

On November 26, a meeting took place at "Yntymak Ordo" between the President of Kyrgyzstan Sadyr Japarov and the President of Russia Vladimir Putin, during which a Joint Statement on strengthening the alliance and strategic partnership was signed. After the signing of the document, both presidents addressed the journalists.

In Kyrgyzstan, the first three of nine Russian-speaking schools will open by September 1, 2027.

By September 1, 2027, three out of nine new schools with instruction in Russian will open in Kyrgyzstan. This statement was made by Vladimir Putin, the President of Russia, during his state visit to Kyrgyzstan at a meeting in "Yntymak Ordo." He noted: "In 2023, we began the implementation of a significant joint project to build nine secondary schools with the Russian language of instruction. The opening of the first three is scheduled for September 1, 2027," he addressed to

Putin: Russian-Kyrgyz Cooperation Covers All Key Areas

In Bishkek, ahead of the Collective Security Treaty Organization (CSTO) Council meeting, Putin noted that Russia highly values Kyrgyzstan's contribution to the organization and is preparing for further chairmanship in 2026.

President of the Kyrgyz Republic: Almost one quarter of all foreign trade of Kyrgyzstan is with Russia

During recent negotiations with Russian President Vladimir Putin, President of Kyrgyzstan Sadyr Japarov emphasized that Russia is a key trading partner of the republic, accounting for 22% of the total trade turnover. It is worth noting that Putin's visit to Kyrgyzstan was a state visit, and issues of economic cooperation and trade were discussed at the meeting, along with the signing of important bilateral agreements.

Statement by Vladimir Putin to the media following the negotiations in Bishkek

Vladimir Putin, the President of Russia, noted the success of the recent negotiations in Bishkek, which took place in an expanded format at “Yntymak Ordo.” According to him, the meetings were held in a constructive atmosphere, highlighting the strong and friendly ties between Russia and Kyrgyzstan. “We discussed all key issues concerning our countries and exchanged views on relevant regional matters. An important outcome of these negotiations was a joint statement on elevating the level of

Athletes from the Issyk-Kul Region Won Prizes at the Kyrgyzstan Karate Championship

From November 22 to 23, the WKF Karate Championship of Kyrgyzstan took place in Bishkek, where athletes from the Issyk-Kul region demonstrated excellent results. This was reported by Anarbek Mukashev, the chief coach of the region in karate. More than 40 participants competed in the championship from cities such as Karakol, Balykchy, Cholpon-Ata, as well as from the Ak-Suu and Jeti-Oguz districts.

More than 16,000 Kyrgyz students are studying at universities in Russia – President of the Kyrgyz Republic

The President of Kyrgyzstan, Sadyr Japarov, announced that more than 16 thousand students from the country are receiving education in Russian universities. This statement was made following his meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin. The Russian leader visited Kyrgyzstan on a state visit the day before. The main topics of the negotiations were economic cooperation, trade, and further prospects for interaction between the two states. Several bilateral agreements were signed during the

A Village in Jeti-Oguz Named After a Hero of the Soviet Union

In the Jeti-Oguz district of the Issyk-Kul region, there is the village of Konkino, as reported by a Turmush correspondent. This settlement is part of the Yrdyk rural district and is located at an altitude of 1695 meters above sea level, approximately 28 kilometers from the central village of Kyzyl-Suu and 208 kilometers from the station of Balikchy. About 1000 people live in Konkino, which consists of around 146 families. The village has a school, a club, and a library.

Folk Legends: How a Settler Village Became a Major Suburb of Bishkek

Gavrilovka is a village located in the Sokuluk District of the Chuy Region, just 25 kilometers west of the capital of Kyrgyzstan, Bishkek, and in close proximity to the Bishkek–Kara-Balta road. Thanks to its advantageous location near the main highway, local residents can easily reach both the district center and the capital.

Land plots in the Chui region were returned to state ownership

In the Chuy region, specifically in the Issyk-Ata district, land plots with a total area of 26.43 hectares have been returned to state ownership. According to information provided by the State Committee for National Security (SCNS), this decision was the result of an investigation into a criminal case concerning the financing of organized criminal groups and the legalization of income obtained through criminal means. During the investigation, instances of extortion of funds from certain

Putin: It is symbolic that a new TV channel "Nomad TV" has started broadcasting in Kyrgyzstan

During his bilateral meeting with the President of Kyrgyzstan, Sadyr Japarov, Vladimir Putin emphasized that he is pleased to see how freely and widely the Russian language is used in the republic, which has official status according to the Constitution.

In the Ken-Sai area of Osh city, a school is being built for 100 million soms

In the residential area of Ken-Sai in the city of Osh, a time capsule was laid on November 26 in the foundation of the future secondary school designed for 480 students. It is expected that the new educational institution will open its doors to students at the beginning of the 2026 academic year. The total estimated cost of the project is about 100 million soms, with funds for its implementation allocated from the local budget.

Our People Abroad: The Story of Zhannat from a Simple Rural School to Working in One of the European Countries

As part of the "Our People Abroad" series, we present the story of Zhannat Zalkarbek kyzy. Zhannat was born on August 14, 2005, in the village of Kök-Art, located in the Kara-Kulja district of the Osh region.

The driver was stripped of his license, and after some time, he got behind the wheel drunk and caused an accident.

In the Talas region, an incident occurred in November of this year involving a driver of a "Honda Fit," who was stopped and deprived of his driving rights for driving under the influence of alcohol by court decision. This information was provided to a Turmush correspondent by the Traffic Safety Department of the Talas Regional Internal Affairs Directorate.

A large fire engulfed the forest near the village of Aral: Firefighters are working at the scene

Today, November 26, a large fire occurred in the forestry sector in the Chui region, near the village of Aral, as reported by a Turmush correspondent. Emergency Ministry employees are already on site, where efforts to extinguish the fire are ongoing.

In the Kochkor District, 48 people are registered with the probation authority.

At the moment, there are 48 people registered with the probation authority in the Kochkor district of the Naryn region. This information was announced by the chief specialist of the authority, Anarkül Ömürkanova.

Following the negotiations, a number of bilateral documents were signed by Japarov and Putin.

Today, November 26, during the state visit of President Vladimir Putin to Kyrgyzstan, several significant bilateral agreements were signed aimed at strengthening cooperation in the fields of education, healthcare, migration, as well as in the areas of economy and military-technical interaction. According to the president's administration, a joint statement was signed during the meeting of the heads of state, with the aim of deepening allied and strategic relations. In addition, the

Covered by the name of the Deputy Head of the GKNB: Suspects in Fraud Detained

In November 2025, two individuals identified as "S.I.I." and "A.A.B." deceitfully obtained 46 thousand US dollars, using the name of the Deputy Chairman of the GKNB of Kyrgyzstan to assure the closure of a criminal case concerning "K.D.". In connection with this incident, a criminal case was initiated in the Main Investigation Department of the GKNB of the Kyrgyz Republic under Article 209 "Fraud". As a result of operational actions, six individuals

In Batken, the demand for katlama and samsa has increased: Why?

The autumn-winter period in the Batken region has been marked by an increase in the number of weddings and various celebrations, providing a new impetus for small entrepreneurs engaged in the production and sale of katama, flatbreads, and samsa. Local entrepreneurs note that orders come not only from event organizers but also from guests attending these celebrations.

Now the electronic work book is available on "Tunduk"

In the Kyrgyz Republic, the implementation of electronic work books has become possible thanks to the joint efforts of the State Agency for Public Service and Local Self-Government, the state institution "Kyzmat," operating under the Office of the President, and the open joint-stock company "Tunduk." Now this feature is available in the mobile application "Tunduk." This service is intended for employees of organizations using the "e-Kyzmat" system.

The State National Security Committee thwarted a corruption scheme involving systematic bribery in the provision of public services.

In Kyrgyzstan, the State Committee for National Security (GKNB) has identified and halted a corruption scheme organized by employees of the Department of Population Registration of the Ministry of Digital Development (currently the State Enterprise "Kyzmat"), who acted in collusion with representatives of state enterprises and intermediaries.

The Emergency Medical Hospital Received Modern Rehabilitation Equipment

In Bishkek, at the Clinical Emergency Medical Hospital, a solemn ceremony was held for the transfer of new Rebless™ Planar rehabilitation equipment. This project became possible thanks to humanitarian assistance from the Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA) and H Robotics from the Republic of Korea. The chief physician of the hospital, Almaz Kubatbekov, thanked the government of the Republic of Korea, KOICA, and H Robotics for their support in the development of medical

The State Committee for National Security of the Kyrgyz Republic detained employees of the Osh Regional Department of Internal Affairs in the act of receiving a bribe. One detainee resisted arrest.

During the operation, it was established that the detainees were extorting money from a citizen for assistance in obtaining a favorable decision on a case that was under the investigator's jurisdiction. During the attempted arrest, one of the suspects resisted, trying to dispose of part of the money by throwing it into the toilet. Currently, investigative actions are ongoing to document all circumstances of the case and identify other possible accomplices.

In the city of Osh, it was proposed to book a burial plot for 293,000 soms — deputies were surprised

The deputies of the Osh City Council discussed a draft resolution at their meeting on November 25 concerning the determination of the cost of additional services for calculating average prices for booking burial plots in the city's cemeteries. This issue was included in the agenda of the XVII session of the council. Some deputies expressed the opinion that the established cost of booking plots in cemeteries is excessive and does not correspond to the cultural traditions of the local

Putin: Kyrgyzstan under the leadership of Sadyr Japarov is a reliable partner of Russia

During a meeting with the President of Kyrgyzstan, Vladimir Putin noted that the republic, led by Sadyr Japarov, is a reliable partner for Russia. He expressed his pleasure at being in friendly Kyrgyzstan and emphasized that the visit is taking place ahead of the Collective Security Treaty Organization (CSTO) Council.

What do Kyrgyz citizens spend their pension savings on?

According to the information from the Social Fund of Kyrgyzstan, pension savings are intended to improve the quality of life and ensure social welfare in various areas: Payments to pensioners. Citizens who have reached retirement age or have the right to do so can receive their savings. Moving abroad. Individuals who have moved to a permanent residence outside the country can request their pension savings. Inheritance. In the event of the account holder's death, relatives can receive the

Sadyr Japarov: Russia Remains One of Kyrgyzstan's Largest Trade and Economic Partners

President Japarov noted that in 2025, the number of Russian companies operating in Kyrgyzstan increased to 1,800, which is more than three times the previous figures. An important aspect of cooperation is interaction in the fields of education, culture, and migration policy. According to him, hundreds of thousands of Kyrgyz citizens work in Russia, which benefits the economies of both countries. Russian higher education institutions remain popular among Kyrgyz youth. He also added that joint

A fine for violating campaign rules was imposed on Zhanar Akaev and some other candidates

The Central Election Commission imposed a fine of 7,500 soms on Janar Akayev for campaigning in prohibited places, including the publication of photos and videos on his Facebook page. On November 18, 2025, an event with his participation took place near polling station No. 5139, which also violates the law prohibiting the placement of campaign materials in the premises of election commissions and in voting locations. *****Dinara Ashimova also faced violations of campaigning on her Instagram

Industrial production in the Issyk-Kul region decreased by 8.5%, amounting to 90.3 billion soms

According to the data from the National Statistical Committee, from January to October 2025, the country produced industrial products worth 595 billion 17 million soms. However, in the Issyk-Kul region, there is a decrease in volumes, where production amounted to 90.3 billion soms, which is 8.5% less compared to the same period last year. Volume of industrial production by regions for January-October

Composition of the Kyrgyzstan Delegation at Negotiations with President Putin of Russia. Names

In Bishkek, at the building of the Presidential Administration "Yntymak Ordo," Kyrgyz-Russian negotiations began on November 26, related to the state visit of Vladimir Putin, the President of Russia. The composition of the delegation from the Russian Federation can be found here. From the Kyrgyz side, the following high-ranking officials are participating in the discussions: - Daniyar Amangeldiev, First Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers - Zheenbek Kulubaev, Minister of

Putin to Zaparov: Kyrgyzstan under your leadership is a stable, reliable partner

The President of the Russian Federation, Vladimir Putin, is on a state visit to Kyrgyzstan from November 25 to 27. On November 26, negotiations took place between the delegations of the two countries in an expanded format. The first to speak at the meeting was the President of Kyrgyzstan, Sadyr Japarov.

Putin: The alliance relations between Russia and Kyrgyzstan are successfully developing

At the meeting in Bishkek, Putin also expressed his pleasure at being in Kyrgyzstan, noting that the visit comes ahead of the meeting of the Collective Security Treaty Organization (CSTO) council. "We highly value Kyrgyzstan's contribution during its chairmanship in this organization," he added. "In 2026, Russia will take over the chairmanship in the CSTO from Kyrgyzstan," the Russian president announced. He also noted that there has been significant progress in

Putin to Zaparov: Kyrgyzstan under your leadership is a stable and reliable partner

During an extended meeting at "Yntymak Ordo," Russian President Vladimir Putin noted that under the leadership of Sadyr Japarov, Kyrgyzstan demonstrates stability and reliability as a partner. He emphasized that this is an important condition for further strengthening bilateral trade, economic, and investment relations. Putin expressed gratitude to Japarov for the invitation and added that his visit coincides with preparations for the Collective Security Treaty Organization (CSTO)

Bishkek GUVD: Daughter and nephew of a candidate for the Jogorku Kenesh are wanted on suspicion of vote buying

In January-October, minerals worth 56.9 billion soms were extracted in the republic

- From January to October 2025, the volume of production in the field of mineral extraction amounted to 56 billion 934.6 million soms, according to information from the National Statistical Committee. The physical volume index compared to January-October 2024 was 117.1%, while in October it was 6 billion 973.4 million soms with an index of 121.6%. The extraction of other minerals increased by 32.8%, metallic ores by 25.5%, and coal by 8.1%. At the same time, the production of crude oil and

An accident occurred on the Bishkek—Kara-Balta road

A collision between two passenger cars occurred on the Bishkek—Kara-Balta highway. According to eyewitness accounts, the incident took place near the village of Gavrilovka, located in the Sokuluk district of the Chüy region, on the Bishkek-Kara-Balta road.

In Bishkek, the state visit of Vladimir Putin has begun

In Bishkek, the official visit of Vladimir Putin, the President of Russia, has begun. The first meeting within the framework of the visit took place with the President of Kyrgyzstan, Sadyr Japarov.

Hundreds of thousands of citizens of the Kyrgyz Republic work in Russia, contributing their fair share to the economies of both countries - Japarov

During the state visit of Russian President Vladimir Putin to Kyrgyzstan, the President of the Kyrgyz Republic, Sadyr Japarov, emphasized that Russia is one of the key economic partners for Kyrgyzstan. Japarov noted that cooperation between the two countries within the framework of the Eurasian Economic Union creates opportunities for new investments, innovations, and cooperation.

Meeting between Sadyr Japarov and Vladimir Putin in Bishkek (video, photo)

A meeting took place at "Yntymak Ordo" between the presidents of Kyrgyzstan and Russia — Sadyr Japarov and Vladimir Putin. For Putin's meeting, soldiers of the National Guard and representatives of military formations were lined up in front of the Kyrgyzstan administration building.

Ermek Baktybek Uulu Appointed Assistant to the Presidential Plenipotentiary Representative in Osh Region

Ermek Baktybek uulu has been appointed as the assistant to the authorized representative of the president in the Osh region. According to the press service of the representative office, on November 26, Elchibek Jantayev, who is the president's representative, introduced the new assistant to the team.

About Masimov, Tokayev's Fears, and the Chances for a Nazarbayev Clan Comeback

It will be extremely difficult for the representatives of the "Old Kazakhstan" to carry out a coup and return to power. They will have to either secure the support of the majority of politically active citizens or attract the backing of a powerful foreign state. In the current conditions, this seems unlikely, as noted by kz.expert. Recently, rumors about the health of Karim Massimov, the former Prime Minister and Chairman of the National Security Committee of the Republic of

Negotiations in an expanded format have begun with the participation of Presidents Japarov and Putin

As part of the state visit of Russian President Vladimir Putin to the Kyrgyz Republic, negotiations in an expanded format have begun at the “Yntymak Ordo” building. The discussions involve the presidents of the two countries – Sadyr Japarov and Vladimir Putin. During the meetings, issues concerning cooperation in areas such as trade and economic activities, energy, and migration will be addressed.

Former President of Brazil Begins Serving 27-Year Prison Sentence

Jair Bolsonaro, the former president of Brazil, has begun serving a 27-year prison sentence related to an attempted coup. This was reported by Brazilian news outlets. Bolsonaro was sentenced to 27 years and 3 months in prison, and his punishment is currently being served at the headquarters of the Federal Police in Brasília, where he was transferred last week.

Sadyr Japarov emphasized the role of Russia for Kyrgyzstan during his meeting with Putin

At the meeting, Japarov expressed gratitude to Russia for its support in key areas such as energy and food security. He noted that cooperation between Kyrgyzstan and Russia continues to develop and demonstrates a stable positive dynamic.