Bishkek's Weekend Schedule: Premieres of Plays, "La Traviata," and Vivaldi's Music
Theatrical Events November 8. Ballet "Giselle" The famous ballet "Giselle" will be performed by the "Classical Russian Ballet" troupe from Moscow.
Theatrical Events November 8. Ballet "Giselle" The famous ballet "Giselle" will be performed by the "Classical Russian Ballet" troupe from Moscow.
The Bishkek Electric Networks enterprise, part of OJSC "NESC," has provided an official explanation regarding the temporary power outage at the address 81 Masalieva Street. It has been reported that the outage occurred at the end of August this year due to accumulated debt for electricity, which amounted to about 3 million soms. The residents of this building moved in without the necessary documentation.
From November 7, 2025, until April 15, 2026, the section of the Naryn–Oruktam road located between kilometers 50 and 75 will be closed to traffic. According to a press release from the Ministry of Transport and Communications of the Kyrgyz Republic, this decision was made based on the directive of the head of the Naryn District State Administration. The reason for this closure is the deteriorating weather conditions and the increased threat of avalanches, which jeopardizes road safety.
On November 6, a meeting took place in Bishkek between the First Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Kyrgyzstan, Asein Isaev, and the head of the delegation of the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC), Seval Guzelkilinch. According to the press service of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Kyrgyzstan, the discussion focused on key areas of bilateral cooperation, as well as project activities carried out by the IFRC in the country.
According to the Ministry of Health, alcohol is a catalyst for more than 200 different diseases and conditions, including liver cirrhosis, cancer, cardiovascular and mental disorders. It ranks among the top risk factors contributing to non-communicable diseases (NCDs). Statistics show that over 80% of all deaths in Kyrgyzstan are related to NCDs, and alcohol is directly responsible for nearly one in ten of these tragedies.
In the coming days, forecasters predict stable and dry weather in Bishkek with no precipitation. Temperature for the upcoming days:
In Talas, a fine was imposed on a store that operated without the necessary permits. This information was announced by representatives of the Ministry of Construction, Architecture, and Housing and Communal Services of the Kyrgyz Republic. According to the ministry's data, the inspection revealed that the store, located at K. Nurjanov Street, 48/2, was conducting its activities without the appropriate architectural documents.
A draft resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers has been submitted regarding the transfer of two kindergartens from the State Penitentiary Service to municipal ownership for public discussion. Specifically, this concerns the kindergarten "Kyzgaldak," which is located at institution No. 8 in the village of Petrovka, as well as the nursery-kindergarten "Baktyluu Balalyk," which is situated at institution No. 3 in the village of Novo-Pokrovka.
A 30-year-old driver who died at the Sary-Kyr pass was buried in the city of Tash-Kumyr on November 7. This information was confirmed by the mayor of the city, Kelsinbek Bektemirov.
The delegation of the State Committee for National Security (GKNB) of the Kyrgyz Republic participated from November 5 to 7 in the ninth OSCE seminar on passenger data and the fifth meeting of the informal working group of Eastern Europe and Central Asia, held in the Austrian capital, Vienna. According to information provided by the state committee, more than 180 representatives from 57 OSCE participating countries took part in the events, organized jointly with the UN Counter-Terrorism Office.
In Washington, the "Central Asia – USA" (C5+1) summit took place, with the participation of the President of Kyrgyzstan, Sadyr Japarov. Before the event began, there was a high level of tension and focus in the hall. According to reports from correspondents, as soon as the start of filming was announced, journalists quickly rushed to secure the best spots for photos and videos. As a result, a crush occurred in the aisles, where everyone tried to capture the moment of the meeting of
From November 5 to 7, 2025, at the invitation of the OSCE Secretariat, a delegation from the State Committee for National Security of the Kyrgyz Republic participated in the ninth seminar dedicated to passenger data, as well as in the fifth meeting of the informal working group of Eastern Europe and Central Asia. The events took place in Vienna, Austria, and gathered more than 180 participants from 57 OSCE participating states, as reported by the press service of the agency.
Residents of the Uch-Terek rural district, located in the Toktogul region of the Jalal-Abad province, have expressed dissatisfaction with the quality and availability of drinking water. They have submitted a corresponding complaint to the Ombudsman of Kyrgyzstan, Jamilya Dzhamanbaeva, as reported by the press service of the institute. During monitoring, representatives of the Ombudsman found significant deficiencies in the social infrastructure of the district.
Today in Bishkek, a solemn event is taking place dedicated to the 100th anniversary of the newspaper "Slovo Kyrgyzstana". Among the participants of the celebration are the Deputy Minister of Culture, Information and Youth Policy of the Kyrgyz Republic Marat Tagaev, State Secretary Marat Imankulov, Deputy Chairman of the Union of Journalists Kurmanbek Ramatov, as well as the editor-in-chief of the publishing house "Slovo Kyrgyzstana" Elena Zholobova and other invited guests.
As part of the "Mission GOOD" program, specialists from Russia will arrive in Kyrgyzstan to provide methodological and practical assistance. From November 9 to 20, a series of events focusing on the diagnosis and support of children with autism spectrum disorders (ASD), Down syndrome, and cerebral palsy (CP) will take place in Bishkek and Osh. Four experts in the fields of psychiatry, psychology, defectology, and inclusive education will conduct training for local specialists,
In Russia, a 24-hour "cooling-off period" for local operators' SIM cards may be introduced soon. This will affect subscribers who have not used their SIM card for more than 72 hours or who have been in international roaming, reports Kommersant, citing sources in the telecommunications sector. During this time, users will not be able to access mobile internet or send SMS messages.
In a podcast by the agency "Kabar," the president of the Federation of Mountaineering of Kyrgyzstan, Eduard Kubatov, emphasized that Sadyr Japarov demonstrated significant determination by regaining control over Kumtor in just eight months. In his opinion, this project had long been used not only for economic but also for political purposes. Kubatov noted that during Askar Akayev's rule, serious mistakes were made, resulting in Kyrgyzstan losing its stake in the Kumtor mine.
Kamchybek Tashiev, head of the State National Security Committee (GKNB), spoke about the funding allocated for the development of various regions of Kyrgyzstan. During a meeting with residents of Balykchy, he emphasized that state support has significantly increased in recent years. In particular, the following amounts are planned for 2025:
Kanykey Nasirdinovna Momunova has taken the position of director of the State Historical and Cultural Reserve-Museum "Shakh-Fazil" since November 4, with a probation period set for three months. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Culture. Prior to Momunova's appointment, the position of director of the reserve was held by Erkin Imankulovich Begimkulov, who left at his own request.
As part of the cooperation between the Prosecutor's Offices of the Kyrgyz Republic and the Russian Federation, a round table was held on November 6-7, 2025, at the Juridical Academy of the General Prosecutor's Office, dedicated to issues of environmental protection and the rational use of natural resources, the press service reported. The event is part of the joint action plan between the General Prosecutor's Offices of the two countries for 2024-2025. Participants discussed
Residents of the high-rise buildings in Bishkek have contacted the Call Center of Kaktus.media expressing their dissatisfaction regarding the lack of heating in their homes, despite reports from utility services about the connection being established. *****In the 8th microdistrict, many residents are complaining about the cold in their homes. They have reached out to various authorities, but unfortunately, without any results. In some kindergartens, the working day had to be shortened due to
The Deputy Prime Minister and head of the State Committee for National Security, Kamchybek Tashiev, reported on the successful fight against corruption during a meeting with the residents of Balykchy. According to him, about 70% of the plundered state property has already been returned to the ownership of the country. He noted that the methods used for the plundering were mainly related to privatization. "The infrastructure and industry of the country were transferred to various
The section of the Naryn–Oruktam highway, located between kilometers 50 and 75, will be temporarily closed from November 7, 2025, until April 15, 2026. According to information provided by the press service of the Ministry of Transport and Communications of the Kyrgyz Republic, this decision was made in accordance with the order of the head of the Naryn District State Administration. The closure is due to adverse weather conditions and the risk of snow avalanches, making it necessary to ensure
The closure of the intersection on Fuchik Street will last for two days. Dear residents, thank you for your understanding and patience regarding the temporary inconveniences.
The intersection of Fuchik Street in Bishkek will be temporarily closed for two days. This information was provided by the city hall. According to the information provided by the city hall, rehabilitation work will be carried out on November 8 and 9 of this year, which will limit access at the intersection of Fuchik Street, Jibek Jolu Avenue, and Profsoyuznaya Street.
The importance of the newspaper "Slovo Kyrgyzstana" in illuminating the role of state policy was emphasized by State Secretary Marat Imankulov at a solemn event dedicated to the centenary of the publication. Imankulov noted that this publication is one of the most authoritative and influential in the country.
At a meeting with the residents of Balykchy, Tashiev noted that corruption in the country manifested through two main methods of plundering state property. According to him, many infrastructure facilities and industrial enterprises were transferred to private individuals almost for free under the guise of privatization. Factories, plants, and land plots went into private hands not for the development of the economy, but for personal enrichment, which led to the formation of a class of wealthy
1,905 apartments are being built in Tokmak Kanybek Tumanbaev, the head of the president's office, conducted an inspection of the construction of new residential complexes in Tokmak, as reported by the press service of the agency.
According to the Ministry of Health, more than 84 thousand people suffering from diabetes have been officially recorded in Kyrgyzstan. This number is ten times lower than expected, which raises serious concerns. Many of these patients do not receive the necessary treatment and are even unaware that they have this disease.
From October 29 to November 30, 2025, the Lithuanian Cabinet of Ministers will temporarily close two border crossing points on the border with Belarus — "Mėdininkai" and "Šalčininkai." This information was received from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic. According to the press service of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, despite the restrictions, some groups of citizens can still pass through the "Mėdininkai" checkpoint. The exceptions include:
Photo TRT. The President of Iran announced the possibility of evacuating Tehran due to water shortages Masoud Pezeshkian, the President of Iran, stated that if there is no rain in the coming weeks, authorities may impose restrictions on water supply in Tehran, which could lead to the necessity of evacuating the population. This news is reported by TRT World. According to the president, the water level in the reservoirs that supply the capital has reached a record low in recent decades.
In early spring 2026, 1 billion soms will be allocated for the development of the city of Balykchy. This information was announced during a working trip by the Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers and head of the State Committee for National Security, Kamchybek Tashiev. According to him, an additional 500 million soms will soon be allocated from the Stabilization Fund of the President of the Kyrgyz Republic to improve the urban infrastructure. This is just the first step in the framework
From November 8 to 9, a section of Fuchik Street in Bishkek will be closed, located at the intersection of Jibek Jolu Avenue and Profsoyuznaya Street. This information was provided by the city hall of the capital. The closure is due to road rehabilitation work.
As part of his working visit to Balakchi, the Chairman of the State National Security Committee (GKNB) Kamchybek Tashiev visited the new city library, where he assessed its readiness for operation together with local authorities. During his interaction with the residents, he emphasized the importance of education and self-development, sharing memories from his youth: “To avoid awkward situations when meeting girls, we read books,” Tashiev noted, adding that the pursuit of knowledge remains
In Kyrgyzstan, numerous cases of attacks on medical workers have been registered over the past year, and conflicts with them, according to doctors, occur almost every day. For example, at the National Hospital, after yet another incident, they were forced to close the entrance for accompanying persons and strengthen security. At the same time, there is a growing trend of aggressive actions by parents towards teachers in the education sector. To protect the rights of medical workers, teachers,
On November 22 and 23, a unique festival, COFFEE FEST KG, will take place in Bishkek at the Sports Palace. It will be a hub for coffee industry professionals and all those passionate about coffee culture. The event program includes educational sessions, tasting zones, competitions, shows, and business activities aimed at inspiring participants. What can guests expect? Workshops and lectures from experts in coffee roasting, brewing, and service. An exhibition of companies involved in the
In Bishkek, an event was held under the direction of Mayor Aibek Junushaliev to monitor compliance with parking rules. The municipal enterprise "City Road Transport Infrastructure" organized a raid aimed at ensuring the free movement of public transport and adherence to traffic regulations. During the raid, 27 cars parked at bus stops were identified in one day and sent to the impound lot.
Ian McKellen, the famous British actor, has confirmed that he will soon return to the role of Gandalf in a new project titled "The Lord of the Rings: The Hunt for Gollum," as reported by The Daily Mirror. In an interview, the actor stated, "I am going to visit Middle-earth again next year and play the role of Gandalf. I do not plan to slow down."
At the 43rd session of the UNESCO General Conference on November 6, a resolution proposed by Kyrgyzstan was unanimously approved, proclaiming September 22 as the International Day of Nomadic Heritage. This was reported by the National Commission of the Kyrgyz Republic for UNESCO. Photo by UNESCO. Establishment of the International Day of Nomadic Heritage
In the Issyk-Kul region, in the village of Ak-Suu, five recreation areas have been closed, including "Ak-Suu-Kench," "Ömür-Darya," "Zarya," "Agrotechservice," and a base owned by tenant M. Omurbekov. This information was provided by the village administration of Kydyr Ake.
As of November 7, all mountain passes and roads in Kyrgyzstan are open and accessible for travel. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Transport and Communications. The agency stated that road services are working without breaks, ensuring round-the-clock clearing of the roads from snow and ice, as well as treating them with inert materials to ensure safety on the roads.
The healthcare reform in Kyrgyzstan was initially aimed at developing family medicine, but at the moment this important sector is on the brink of collapse: the number of family doctors is decreasing, while their workload is increasing with minimal funding. In response to the systemic crisis, doctors have created the Association of Family Medicine of Kyrgyzstan to protect the interests of their colleagues and restore the prestige of the profession, which is essential for the further development
During an extended meeting held at the Bishkek city hall under the leadership of Deputy Mayor Ramiz Aliev, plans for the development of a public toilet network in the city were discussed.
According to the World Meteorological Organization (WMO), 2025 could become the second or third warmest year on record in the history of meteorological observations. Throughout this year, the Earth continues to set temperature records. As noted by the UN News Service, the last 11 years, starting from 2015, have already been recognized as the hottest in the last 176 years.
The situation repeats itself every year Once again, Bishkek is facing the problem of polluted air, finding itself among the cities with the lowest air quality. This data is provided by the Iqair portal, which monitors air pollution levels in real-time.
Kochkor District, located in the northeast of Naryn Region, has its administrative center in the village of Kochkor. It borders Chui Region to the north, Issyk-Kul Region to the east, and Jumgal District of Naryn Region to the south. The area of the district is 6300 square meters. Established in 1930, it was originally named Stalin District. According to information provided by the Kochkor District State Administration, the local historical museum, and the encyclopedia of Kochkor District, the
According to the Ministry of Finance, 88 organizations have received funding under this program. The banks involved in the implementation of subsidized loans are: AО "Aiyl Bank" and AО "Eldik Bank". The total amount of allocated loans is 200 million soms.
On November 14, the Embassy of India in Bishkek will celebrate the annual event related to the Indian Technical and Economic Cooperation (ITEC) program. More than 50 graduates are expected to attend the celebration and share their experiences of studying at Indian educational institutions. Established in 1964, the ITEC program is an important initiative of the Ministry of External Affairs of India aimed at enhancing the skills of professionals. It is one of the longest-running international