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Addresses of several polling stations in the cities of Batken, Osh, and the Chon-Alai district have been changed

The Central Election Commission approved changes to the addresses of polling stations on November 21, concerning remote voting and certain stations in the cities of Osh and Batken, as well as in the Chon-Alai district of the Osh region. The remote voting polling station No. 9801, which was previously located at: S. Sadykov Street, 96, in the building of the Separate Search and Rescue Unit of military unit 86017 in Batken, is now located at a new address — I. Jusupov Street, 11, in the building

21.11.2025, 22:19
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In the village of Chon-Tash, the funeral of former governor of the Jalal-Abad region, Masirov, took place.

In Kara-Kul, located in the Jalal-Abad region, the funeral of Koshbay Masirov, who previously held the position of governor, took place on November 21. Representatives of the local administration, as well as prominent public and state figures, including former Prime Minister Zhantoro Satybaldiev, honored him with their presence, along with respected workers in the energy sector and local residents.

21.11.2025, 21:49
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More people in the world have access to mobile phones than to toilets - UN

Over the past ten years, 1.2 billion people have gained access to safe sanitation. However, 3.4 billion people, nearly half of the global population, still face a lack of toilets. According to the UN News Service, 354 million people continue to practice open defecation, meaning they relieve themselves in the open air, in fields, forests, or bushes, without the ability to wash their hands with soap afterward. This situation is most common among rural residents in Central, South, and East Asia,

21.11.2025, 21:36
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Foreigners will be reimbursed for part of their expenses for filming movies in Uzbekistan

Foreign film companies will be able to receive partial reimbursement for their filming expenses in Uzbekistan. This is reported by the Telegram channel "Neighbors - Central Asia." The amount of compensation paid from the state budget will vary from 10 to 25 percent depending on the volume of incurred expenses. The maximum amount that can be received for one film will be 4 billion sums.

21.11.2025, 21:26
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Missing 16-Year-Old Kristina Omurkulova from Tokmok Found in the Capital

16-year-old Kristina Omurkulova from Tokmok, Chui region, who had been missing since November 20, has been found. According to information from her family, the girl was discovered this evening in Bishkek. Relatives noted that "her health condition is satisfactory. We express our gratitude to everyone who participated in the search, including residents and police officers."

21.11.2025, 21:23
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The Philharmonic Stage-Symphonic Orchestra invites you to the concert "Parade of Hits"

The event will take place on November 28 at 18:30 in Bishkek and promises to be one of the brightest musical evenings of the year. The stage will feature the Philharmonic's Pop-Symphonic Orchestra under the direction of the Honored Figure of Culture of the Kyrgyz Republic, Nur Omurbayev. Among the concert participants are the most talented soloists in the country: Minzhasar Murzaev, Tamga, Kural, Aksai, Victoria, Kanykey, NURI, Syrga, Polina, as well as DJ ZODIAC and the Liberty Chamber

21.11.2025, 20:51
Will Siberian Rivers Flow into Central Asia?
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Will Siberian Rivers Flow into Central Asia?

The issue of water supply is critically important for millions of residents of the region For the countries of Central Asia, the availability of water is a matter of survival. This was stated by Igor Shestakov, head of the Expert Initiatives Center "Oi Ordo," commenting on the resumption of discussions about the global project to redirect Siberian rivers to this region, which began more than 50 years ago.

21.11.2025, 19:57
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Instagram will start blocking accounts of Australian teenagers

Starting December 4, Instagram will begin blocking accounts of Australian users under the age of 16. This decision is a result of a new law that imposes restrictions on children's access to social networks in Australia. Teenagers using Instagram, Facebook, and Threads are already receiving notifications about the upcoming closure of their accounts. The law prohibiting social media for children under 16 will come into effect on December 10.

21.11.2025, 19:38
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Firefighter-rescue drills are taking place across the country

At the direction of the Minister of Emergency Situations Boobek Azhikeev, a program for the training and education of firefighters and rescuers has been launched across Kyrgyzstan. “Every day, firefighters face various emergency situations, and they must be ready for any challenges. In conditions where fire gets out of control, their professionalism becomes a decisive factor in saving lives, preventing the spread of fire, and reducing material damage. In this regard, special classes are being

21.11.2025, 19:33
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The Mausoleum of the Prophet Idris in Chatkal has been commissioned for reconstruction - work has not yet begun

In the Chatkal district, the lack of work on the improvement of the mausoleum of the prophet Idrys continues. This information was announced at a recent meeting held at the presidential representative office in the Jalal-Abad region. Previously, protocol instructions regarding the reconstruction of the mausoleum were issued, which included creating conditions for pilgrims and building guest houses. However, to date, no work has begun on the site.

21.11.2025, 19:04
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Taxi drivers' license checks in Kyrgyzstan. Deadlines moved to February

The verification of licenses for taxi drivers in Kyrgyzstan has been extended until February 1, 2026, as reported by the press service of the Main Department of Road Safety (GUOBDD). The agency received requests from drivers who noted that there are long queues at GUOBDD for submitting documents for licenses. For this reason, many are unable to complete the process within the established deadlines.

21.11.2025, 19:01
A New Electric Bus Route Will Appear in Bishkek (Map)
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A New Electric Bus Route Will Appear in Bishkek (Map)

According to information provided by the city administration, the new route will pass through the following streets: Shabdan Baatyr Avenue, Auezov Street, Ankara Street, Gorky Street, Yunusaliev Street, Akhunbaev Street, Zhukeiev-Pudovkin Street, A. Tokombaev Street, Baytik Baatyr Street, Semetei Street, Ch. Aitmatov Avenue, A. Masaliev Street, and will end at the final stop "Youth Quarter". The route map of electric bus No. 33. The municipality urges passengers to treat public

21.11.2025, 18:55
New Measures Against Organized Crime Are Being Prepared in Kyrgyzstan
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New Measures Against Organized Crime Are Being Prepared in Kyrgyzstan

The President's Administration has presented for discussion a draft law "On Amendments to the Criminal Code of the Kyrgyz Republic to Strengthen the Fight Against Organized Crime." This step is part of the country's internal policy aimed at eliminating organized crime, dismantling its financial and ideological foundations, as well as protecting the rights of citizens and the interests of the state. The explanatory note states that organized crime remains one of the main

21.11.2025, 18:16
Taxi drivers' license checks postponed until February 1, 2026
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Taxi drivers' license checks postponed until February 1, 2026

The deadline for checking taxi licenses has been postponed to February 1, 2026. This was reported by the press service of the Main Directorate for Road Safety (GUOBDD), which conveyed the information to the "Kabar" agency. It turned out that taxi drivers had repeatedly complained about long queues at GUOBDD departments, which hindered them from obtaining licenses in a timely manner.

21.11.2025, 18:05
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The Cabinet approved the procedure for accounting the participation of representatives of the Kyrgyz Republic in international youth events.

On November 18, 2025, the Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic approved Resolution No. 745, concerning the procedure for accounting the participation of representatives of the country in international events related to youth policy, as well as coordinating organizational processes. The purpose of this document is to ensure effective coordination and accounting of the participation of the republic's delegation in international youth events based on existing international agreements.

21.11.2025, 17:45
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Atambayev: Irina Karamushkina, Farid Niyazov, and others are being transferred to a colony today

According to Atambayev, the process related to this case had a distinctly political nature. He noted that even in the conditions of a prison, the convicted individuals would face serious restrictions imposed by the strict regime, including limitations on movement. In his Facebook post, he also reminded that the Socialist International and the Progressive Alliance have already condemned this case, qualifying it as political, while the European Parliament, in its resolution on EPCA, explicitly

21.11.2025, 17:43
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The village government of Issyk-Kul won a republican competition and received 3,000,000 soms — how the rural district lives

The rural administration of the Isyk-Kul village area in the Tyup district of the Isyk-Kul region has been recognized as the best rural administration in the country based on the results of its work for 2024. Congratulations to the winners and the presentation of the prize fund certificate took place from the Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers, Adylbek Kasymaliev, within the framework of the republican competition with a prize fund of 12 million soms, which was held among rural

21.11.2025, 17:40
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The President's Plenipotentiary Tekebaev spoke about the complaints received regarding the treatment by the head of the Jalal-Abad branch of the GIC, Arstanbekov.

Tilek Tekebaev, the authorized representative of the president in the Jalal-Abad region, reported complaints about unacceptable treatment from Törögeldi Arstanbekov, the head of the local branch of the State Mortgage Company. According to the representative, residents of the mortgage building expressed dissatisfaction regarding the payment situation, which has remained unresolved for seven months. “Why is your attitude towards people so rude? These complaints come from the tenants. Perhaps they

21.11.2025, 17:31
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The State Financial Oversight has revoked the license of a company for conducting industrial mining.

On November 21, the State Service for Regulation and Supervision of the Financial Market announced the suspension of the license issued to the LLC "Syamin Zhiasheng Engineering Machinery" for conducting industrial mining. The information was provided by the agency's press service. According to data from the Ministry of Justice, this company, which has no foreign investments, was registered in 2016, and re-registration took place on June 18, 2024. The main area of activity of the

21.11.2025, 17:31
The Minister of Health called for an increase in excise taxes on alcohol and tobacco
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The Minister of Health called for an increase in excise taxes on alcohol and tobacco

In a recent episode of the "Kabar Podcast," the Minister of Health of Kyrgyzstan, Erkin Checheybaev, expressed his opinion on the need to increase taxes on products that are harmful to health. He emphasized that excise taxes should be raised not only on alcohol and tobacco but also on carbonated drinks, energy drinks, and other goods that can negatively affect the health of the population. According to the minister, the funds obtained from the tax increases should be directed to the

21.11.2025, 17:23
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In Bishkek, preparations for New Year gifts for children begin

The First of May District Department of Social Development has announced a tender for the purchase of sweet New Year gifts, according to information posted on the government procurement portal. In total, it is planned to purchase 2,773 gifts, for which 3 million 327.6 thousand soms will be allocated.

21.11.2025, 17:20
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The Cabinet approved the Human Rights Action Plan for 2025-2027

The Cabinet of Ministers approved the Human Rights Action Plan for 2025–2027, issuing order No. 989-T on November 14. This document aims to ensure the fulfillment of the country's international obligations in the field of human rights and freedoms, as well as to implement the recommendations issued by UN treaty bodies. Responsible state bodies, including the secretariat of the children's rights representative, the ombudsman's office, the Bar Association, as well as the

21.11.2025, 17:01
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In the Issyk-Ata village of Jaiylma, a concrete cover is being laid in the canal to supply water to 150 hectares of land without losses.

In the Issyk-Ata district, in the village of Jaiylma, work has begun on laying a concrete surface on a section of the canal that is 2,700 meters long, which will allow for the supply of water to 150 hectares of agricultural land without losses. This information was provided to Turmush correspondent Timur Nogoev, the head of the rural administration.

21.11.2025, 16:51
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In Kazakhstan, traffic rules will change in November.

Changes have occurred in the traffic rules in Kazakhstan, which were officially approved on November 10 and will come into effect on November 23 of this year. This information was provided by Tengrinews. What’s new for drivers 1. Speed limits for trucks. In populated areas, a speed limit of 50 km/h has been introduced for trucks. This limit does not apply to sections where road signs permit higher speeds, such as 80-90 km/h. This measure is aimed at reducing the number of fatal accidents

21.11.2025, 16:36
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A competition has been announced in Kyrgyzstan for the 2026-2028 World University Games

The Ministry of Science, Higher Education and Innovations of the Kyrgyz Republic has initiated a competition aimed at selecting an independent testing service to conduct the National Testing (ORT) from 2026 to 2028. Non-governmental organizations with experience in independent knowledge assessment in the field of education are invited to participate in the competition. Participants must demonstrate skills in applying modern testing methods, as well as the ability to develop tasks of varying

21.11.2025, 16:33
Professor Zainidin Kurmanov: Bishkek Needs High-Quality Hotels
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Professor Zainidin Kurmanov: Bishkek Needs High-Quality Hotels

At a round table dedicated to the development of Central Asia, Professor of the Diplomatic Academy, Doctor of Historical Sciences Zainidin Kurmanov noted that Bishkek is demonstrating positive changes. “The city is transforming: new roads, hotels, and buildings are emerging. Yes, the old is being demolished, but remember how Singapore, Tokyo, and Seoul developed — this is exactly how it happens. Investments do not come to poor countries with bad infrastructure,” the professor stated.

21.11.2025, 15:58
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Increase in ARVI. Additional facilities will be opened in the infectious disease hospital and children's hospital in Bishkek.

In Bishkek, due to the rise in cases of acute respiratory viral infections (ARVI), the Minister of Health of the Kyrgyz Republic, Erkin Checheybaev, visited key medical institutions where parents most often seek help for sick children. During his working visit, he familiarized himself with the situation at the City Children's Clinical Emergency Hospital and the Republican Clinical Infectious Disease Hospital, the press center of the Ministry of Health reports.

21.11.2025, 15:55
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An Agricultural Fair Will Be Held in the City of Osh

The city administration of Osh has announced a large-scale agricultural fair scheduled for November 22 and 23. The event will take place at the intersection of T. Abakir uulu and N. Isanova streets, opposite the "Jibek Jolu" market.

21.11.2025, 15:48
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The President stated that there is not enough waste for recycling in Bishkek.

At a meeting with residents of the Pervomaisky district, President Sadyr Japarov announced that a waste processing plant is scheduled to be launched in Bishkek within 10–15 days in December. He reminded that a new plant has been built near the capital's landfill, which will generate electricity for the local grid. However, the current volume of collected waste in Bishkek is only 800 tons, which is significantly lower than the processing capacity of the plant—up to 1,200 tons. "For 30

21.11.2025, 15:48
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Transfer of the museum building in Bishkek will save the capital budget 1 million soms

In Bishkek, the city hall has prepared a draft resolution that will be considered by the city council. The document concerns the transfer of a non-residential premises of the museum along with the land plot to state ownership, located at Sokuluksky Lane, 10. As stated in the justification, this transfer is initiated based on written requests from the capital's Department of Culture and the Ministry of Culture, Information, Sports, and Youth Policy. The goal is to create a unified

21.11.2025, 15:37
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In Kyrgyzstan, electricity usage rules will be updated to take into account solar energy.

The Cabinet of Ministers of Kyrgyzstan has presented a draft of amendments to the resolution dated August 22, 2012, concerning the "Rules for the Use of Electric Energy" for public discussion. These amendments aim to improve regulatory oversight in the electricity sector, taking into account the growing use of renewable energy sources such as solar panels, wind turbines, small hydropower plants, and microgeneration technologies.

21.11.2025, 15:32