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Police officers are on heightened duty during the CSTO meetings in Bishkek
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Police officers are on heightened duty during the CSTO meetings in Bishkek

In connection with the upcoming meeting of the Collective Security Council of the Collective Security Treaty Organization (CSTO) in Bishkek, the police have switched to an enhanced operational mode. According to information provided by the Ministry of Internal Affairs, law enforcement officers are engaged in maintaining public order, preventing offenses, ensuring road safety, and responding promptly to potential emergencies.

24.11.2025, 15:19
Nurdin Oruntaev met with the heads of construction companies in the country
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Nurdin Oruntaev met with the heads of construction companies in the country

Nurdana Oruntaev, the Minister of Construction, Architecture, and Housing and Communal Services of the Kyrgyz Republic, held a meeting with representatives of over 100 construction companies. The event was also attended by the chairman of the Builders' Union Cholponbek Akmatov, deputy ministers, department directors, and inspectors from the State Architectural and Construction Control Department. During the meeting, the minister detailed the changes made to the resolution of the Cabinet

24.11.2025, 15:15
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CSTO Session. Two markets will be temporarily closed

From November 25 to 27, the working conditions of some facilities and traffic movement in Bishkek will be temporarily changed due to state-level events, including a meeting of the Council of Heads of State of the CSTO. The restrictions will affect central streets and routes along which official delegations will move. It is recommended to plan your trips in advance.

24.11.2025, 14:59
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The City Hall has announced the dates for online learning in schools and universities.

According to information from the press service of the mayor's office, all schools in Bishkek will switch to an online format from November 25 to December 1. This decision is related to the official events of the Collective Security Treaty Organization (CSTO) summit, as well as preparations for the upcoming elections, including necessary sanitary measures. The educational process will continue in remote mode, following the approved plans and schedules, which will help avoid falling behind

24.11.2025, 14:52
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Smoking, Stress, and Polluted Air. What Destroys the Lungs of Residents of Kyrgyzstan

According to information provided by thoracic oncologist Ulan Balpaev from the National Center for Oncology and Hematology on "Birinchi Radio," respiratory diseases account for about 30% of the total number of illnesses in the country over the past ten years. This percentage includes ailments such as pneumonia, bronchitis, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, tuberculosis, and lung cancer.

24.11.2025, 14:50
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In the village of Chon-Dobo, a cultural center for 250 seats will be built in the Jumgal district.

In the Naryn region, a tender has been announced for the development of project and estimate documentation for the construction of a cultural center in the village of Chon-Dobo, located in the Jumgal district. This initiative is from the Naryn regional office of capital construction under the Department of Housing and Civil Construction. According to information posted on the government procurement portal, the new cultural center will accommodate up to 250 people.

24.11.2025, 14:49
Populism or Strikes Against the Health of the Nation? Where Will the Proposals of the Reformist Minister Lead Kyrgyzstan?
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Populism or Strikes Against the Health of the Nation? Where Will the Proposals of the Reformist Minister Lead Kyrgyzstan?

Experts express concern about drug prices and shortages of medications in pharmacies “The reduction of even a small number of pharmacies will not yield positive results,” commented economist Ruslan Omurzakov in an interview with Vesti.kg. He shared his opinion on the proposal by Kyrgyzstan's Minister of Health Erkin Chechebaev to reduce the number of pharmacies in the country and limit the population's access to medications.

24.11.2025, 14:48
Results of civil servant testing are now published daily and are fully accessible
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Results of civil servant testing are now published daily and are fully accessible

From January to October 2025, the State Agency for Public Service and Local Self-Government is conducting regular computer testing for the selection of candidates for state and municipal service. According to the agency, a total of 11,739 people registered to participate in the testing, of which 9,086 actually took the test. 4,717 participants successfully passed the established threshold for the basic and professional laws, which is 52% of the total.

24.11.2025, 14:48
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Footwear Worn by the Kyrgyz in the 18th-19th Centuries

In the Osh National Historical and Archaeological Museum Complex "Sulaiman-Too," samples of footwear used by the Kyrgyz in the 18th-19th centuries are on display. This information was provided by the acting director of the museum, Khayrullo Ibaidillaev. According to him, the exhibits include shoes made of wood and leather, for both adults and children. "Our museum fund contains more than 33,000 exhibits. Of these, 6,694 are archaeological, 3,702 are ethnographic, 19,852 are

24.11.2025, 14:47
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The Minister of Health explained why he received a reprimand from the president and what he feels guilty about.

Erkin Checheybaev emphasized in an interview with the publication "Kabar" that a group of surgeons arrived in Kyrgyzstan in the spring to perform surgeries on the hearts of children with congenital defects. He noted that working with such patients is very complicated, as they may have only one or two valves instead of four, like healthy individuals. Without surgery, these children could die within a year or two. According to the minister, the same group of doctors had visited the

24.11.2025, 14:42
Airport staff at "Manas" trained to work with passengers with disabilities
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Airport staff at "Manas" trained to work with passengers with disabilities

Recent training sessions for the staff of "Manas" airport were organized with the aim of teaching them skills for working with passengers with disabilities. The classes focused on issues of safe accompaniment, proper communication, and creating accessible infrastructure at the airport. This was reported by the organization "Union of People with Disabilities 'Equality'".

24.11.2025, 14:40
Kyrgyzstan Concluded the Islamic Solidarity Games with 19 Medals
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Kyrgyzstan Concluded the Islamic Solidarity Games with 19 Medals

The national team of Kyrgyzstan participated in the sixth Islamic Solidarity Games, which took place from November 4 to 21 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. A total of 99 Kyrgyz athletes competed in 18 different disciplines, including wrestling, judo, swimming, fencing, esports, and para-athletics.

24.11.2025, 14:20
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A new route Osh – Gulcha launched: Travel became cheaper by 100 soms

The launch of the route message between Osh and Gülchö took place on November 21, as reported by the mayor of Gülchö, Nursultan Tajibaev. Currently, there are three trips in the direction of Osh – Gülchö and three in the opposite direction. Plans are in place to increase the number of trips to six a day with an interval of 1.5 hours, once passengers adapt to the new route.

24.11.2025, 14:15
Local news / Cultural news

The Chuy Theater Celebrated the 75th Anniversary of Asylkyul Nabieva

On November 22, a solemn event was held at the Chui Regional Theater of Musical Drama and Satire named after Sh. Termechikov, dedicated to the 75th anniversary of the People's Artist of Kyrgyzstan Asylkul Nabiyeva. As part of the celebration, a documentary film dedicated to Nabiyeva's life and work was presented, and the premiere of a new play by the theater titled "Kün avtoportraitin tartıp bütö elek" ("The Sun Has Not Yet Finished Drawing Its Self-Portrait") took

24.11.2025, 13:59
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In Uzbekistan, the sale of AI-80 gasoline will be banned starting December 1.

Measures to improve the environmental situation in Uzbekistan have been approved by President Shavkat Mirziyoyev. According to the new decree aimed at reforming the environmental protection sector, control over the sale of AI-80 gasoline at gas stations will be strengthened. This measure will come into effect on December 1, with the goal of providing the population with "high-quality and environmentally friendly" fuel, as reported by Uzbek media. In Tashkent, there are also plans to

24.11.2025, 13:55
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Bishkek Introduces Restrictions Due to CSTO Summit: Schools to Go Online, Markets to Close

From November 25 to 27, temporary restrictions will be in place in Bishkek due to the meeting of the Collective Security Treaty Organization (CSTO) Council of Heads of State and other state-level events. The city administration has announced that traffic on central streets and along routes where official delegations will be moving will be limited. Residents are asked to plan their trips in advance. On the specified dates, the "Osh Bazaar" shopping center and the "Sary-Ozon"

24.11.2025, 13:50
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Call Center: Residents of the House on Chuy Avenue Complain About the Dug-Up Courtyard Due to Heating Network Repairs

According to information from the Call Center Kaktus.media, residents of the apartment building at Chuy Ave, 113 are expressing dissatisfaction with the condition of their yard, which looks like a construction site after recent work. As the residents reported, on October 22, the contractor who is building a new building nearby was working on the heating networks, but after completing the work, they did not restore order in the yard.

24.11.2025, 13:38
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The Minister of Health was asked whether it was correct to use aconite for COVID-19.

In an interview with "Kabar," the minister noted that there are private clinics in Kyrgyzstan that promise to rid patients of hypertension and diabetes using leeches for just 40,000 soms in 5 days. According to him, in practice, these establishments only take money without offering anything in return. "This is fraud! We must tighten the penalties for such practices, as this concerns national security. Currently, the fine is 100,000 soms, but simply closing such clinics is not

24.11.2025, 13:30
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FAO held an unusual environmental campaign in honor of the organization's 80th anniversary

In honor of its 80th anniversary, the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) organized a kind initiative called FAO Family Day. FAO staff in Kyrgyzstan invited their relatives and children to an engaging gathering in one of the most picturesque places in the country — the Ala-Archa State Natural Park. The main goal of the event was to conduct an ecological action, during which forty eco-feeders for birds were installed. These wooden structures, designed in a unified

24.11.2025, 13:21
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Minister of Health on the inspection of private clinics: Plastic clinic closed, doctors convicted

In an interview for "Kabar," Erkin Checheybaev explained that the bill requiring students to undergo mandatory internships in state hospitals was adopted due to a shortage of personnel. According to him, many specialists prefer to work in private clinics or in large cities. This problem exists not only in Kyrgyzstan but also in many other countries, such as France, where the term "medical desert" has even emerged. The minister noted that working in state institutions

24.11.2025, 13:15
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ODKB Session. The Ministry of Internal Affairs Warned About Traffic Restrictions

According to information from the press service of the Ministry of Internal Affairs, temporary restrictions will be in place due to the upcoming session of the CSTO Security Council. The restrictions will affect the following areas: the highway leading from Manas International Airport to the border of Bishkek; Fuchik Street from the city border to Chuy Avenue; Chuy Avenue from Fuchik Street to Manas Avenue; Manas and Ch. Aitmatov Avenues south to the state residence "Ala-Archa";

24.11.2025, 13:14
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The head of the Ministry of Health of the Kyrgyz Republic proposed to raise excise taxes and limit the sale hours of alcohol.

Erkin Checheybaev, the Minister of Health, recently noted in an interview with the Kabar agency the necessity of increasing excise taxes on harmful products, including alcohol, carbonated drinks, and tobacco. According to him, the funds raised should be directed to the state budget to finance preventive measures, informational campaigns, and social ads dedicated to the harms of sugar, salt, and other dangerous substances. The Minister emphasized the importance of limiting the availability of

24.11.2025, 13:02
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In the Toguz-Torou District, the preservation of national values was discussed

In the Toguz-Torou district, an event titled "The Path to Noble Humanity - Unguzhol" was held, dedicated to the implementation of the president's decree "National Spirit - Global Heights," as reported by a Turmush correspondent. Local residents, as well as representatives from the public and authorities, including leaders of district institutions and enterprises, participated in this event.

24.11.2025, 12:59
Social Workers in Bishkek Received New Workwear
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Social Workers in Bishkek Received New Workwear

The press service of the Bishkek mayor's office reported on the procurement of new uniforms for the city's social workers. In Bishkek, there are 84 social workers employed in the Departments of Social Development, which corresponds to the established staffing level. Of these, 30 specialists deal with issues related to families and children in difficult life situations, while 54 employees provide services to 562 elderly people and persons with disabilities who live independently and

24.11.2025, 12:49
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Unusual Names: The Aunts of the Leader from Sokuluk Came to Get the Birth Certificate and Couldn't Remember His Name

Zhanjalbek Chomokov, who is the head of the municipal enterprise "Taza-Ayil," began his career in this position in February 2025. He works in the rural district of Sary-Ozon, located in the Sokuluk region. In an interview with a Turmush correspondent, Chomokov shared an interesting story about his name. His grandfather named him Zhalzhalbek, but during the registration of his birth certificate, an error occurred, and his name was recorded as Zhanjalbek. He was born on August 23, 1980,

24.11.2025, 12:49
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When applying to universities in Russia, citizens of Kyrgyzstan can choose up to six institutions

Citizens of Kyrgyzstan wishing to enroll in Russian higher education institutions can submit applications under a special government quota that allows them to choose up to six universities at the same time. This was announced by Albert Zulkharniev, head of the Rossotrudnichestvo representative office in Kyrgyzstan, during a briefing. According to him, unlike previous years when applicants were required to provide copies of documents and take exams at several institutions, the process has now

24.11.2025, 12:37
CSTO Meeting in Bishkek. Schools and universities will temporarily switch to online - Ministry of Internal Affairs
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CSTO Meeting in Bishkek. Schools and universities will temporarily switch to online - Ministry of Internal Affairs

In connection with the upcoming meetings of the Collective Security Treaty Organization (CSTO) in Bishkek, educational institutions, including schools and universities, will temporarily switch to distance learning. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Internal Affairs. Currently, the city hall and the Ministry of Science, Higher Education, and Innovation have not provided specific information about the duration for which the new format of the educational process will be in

24.11.2025, 12:30
Deputy Head of the Osh Branch of "Cadastre" Detained
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Deputy Head of the Osh Branch of "Cadastre" Detained

As a result of an investigation conducted by the State Committee for National Security of the Kyrgyz Republic, Sh.K.S., who holds the position of Deputy Head of the Osh Branch of the State Agency for Land Resources, Cadastre, Geodesy, and Cartography, was detained. This occurred within the framework of a case related to the illegal transfer and conversion of a land plot of 55.36 hectares in favor of private individuals. The investigation established that the detainee, having conspired with

24.11.2025, 12:27
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An earthquake with a magnitude of 4 occurred near the Kyrgyz-Chinese border.

At 08:44, an earthquake with a magnitude of 4 occurred near the border of Kyrgyzstan and China. According to information provided by the Institute of Seismology of the National Academy of Sciences of Kyrgyzstan, the epicenter was located in China, in the area of the Kakshaal-Tuu ridge. It was situated 35 kilometers southeast of the village of Bedel, 75 kilometers southeast of the Kumtor mine, and 122 kilometers southeast of Karakol. In the settlements of Kyrgyzstan, the level of felt tremors

24.11.2025, 12:11
Original ideas will fill weekdays with brightness. Horoscope from November 24 to 30
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Original ideas will fill weekdays with brightness. Horoscope from November 24 to 30

Starting November 29, Mercury will complete its retrograde cycle and begin moving forward. This is the perfect time to start new projects, launch educational programs, organize events, and establish supply chains. The period of delays and rescheduling will come to an end, and until Saturday, you will be able to take advantage of opportunities you missed earlier. There is also a chance to advance matters that have been stagnant for a long time. This is a time for restoring any

24.11.2025, 11:56
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The President of Uzbekistan approved an emergency program for air quality improvement

The President of Uzbekistan, Shavkat Mirziyoyev, has signed a new decree that approves a state program aimed at improving air quality in Tashkent and its surroundings. The document outlines key areas of environmental policy, including efficient resource use, increasing green spaces, implementing energy-saving technologies, and strict control over harmful emissions, Uzbek news sources report. The decree also emphasizes the need to ensure stable gas supply for greenhouse farms in Tashkent and the

24.11.2025, 11:56
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Until December 15, applications from citizens of Kyrgyzstan for admission to universities in Russia are being accepted.

In the academic year 2026/27, the Kyrgyz Republic has been allocated 700 places for free education at universities in Russia. This was announced by Albert Zulkharnayev, head of the Rossotrudnichestvo representative office in Kyrgyzstan, at a recent briefing. According to Zulkharnayev, the application process for admission to Russian higher educational institutions traditionally begins in the fall. The application process is simple, accessible, and transparent, covering almost all specialties

24.11.2025, 11:51
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At School No. 37, toilet issues were resolved after students appealed to Sadyr Japarov.

On November 23, issues with the toilets at School No. 37 in Bishkek were resolved, which had caused difficulties for students in using them. Last weekend, a video appeared on social media in which students called on President Sadyr Japarov to pay attention to the conditions at their educational institution. In response, Deputy Mayor Victoria Mozgacheva, along with representatives from the Department of Education, the district administration, school management, and the parent committee, visited

24.11.2025, 11:45
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Should the sale of alcohol be restricted in Kyrgyzstan? Survey

Erkin Checheybaev, the Minister of Health, advocates for the introduction of restrictions on the availability of harmful goods, including alcohol and tobacco products, as well as on the times they can be sold. He noted that in developed countries there are strict rules prohibiting the sale of alcohol during nighttime — from 10:00 PM until morning. In such countries, you won't find alcoholic beverages in stores until 9:00-10:00 AM, and they are only available in restaurants at high prices.

24.11.2025, 11:45
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Three Deaths in 2025: Study Reveals the Scale of Violence in Schools of the Kyrgyz Republic

Since the beginning of 2025, three incidents of school violence resulting in fatalities have been registered in Kyrgyzstan. One of the cases involved seventh-grade students—a boy and a girl—which also led to tragic consequences. The recent situation at School No. 7 in the village of Pristan-Przhevalsk, where, according to the mother of one of the students, a group of high school students was beating younger ones, threatening them, and forcing them to participate in violence, once again

24.11.2025, 11:44
A Dust Storm Will Hit Dushanbe and Regions of Tajikistan
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A Dust Storm Will Hit Dushanbe and Regions of Tajikistan

Photo from the internet On November 24, the capital of Tajikistan, Dushanbe, as well as some regions of the country, will face an increase in the concentration of suspended particles, such as PM10 and PM2.5, which poses a threat to public health. This information was announced by the hydrometeorological agency of Tajikistan, referring to the news agency "Khovar". According to meteorologists' forecasts, dust masses will spread from the southwest, west, and south directions,

24.11.2025, 11:40