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In the city of Osh, construction has begun on a transport interchange with a 354-meter bridge — a sketch has been presented

In the city of Osh, the construction of a two-level road interchange at the intersection of G. Aitieva and B. Osmonova streets has officially begun. At the ceremonial event for the laying of the time capsule, which took place during the opening of the construction, representatives from the Osh city administration and deputies of the city council were present.

26.10.2025, 19:53
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In the city of Osh, entrepreneur Abdikarim Mamyrov illegally organized a towing lot on municipal land, - the mayor's office

According to information from local authorities, private businessman Abdikarym Mamyrov, who manages the "Besh Badam" farm, organized a parking lot without the necessary permit. As a result of the actions of municipal services, an act was drawn up and additional inspections were conducted. During the investigation, it was found that Mamyrov had been using this plot since March 2025.

26.10.2025, 19:39
Bishkek Events for the Week: Film Festival, Concerts, and Exhibitions
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Bishkek Events for the Week: Film Festival, Concerts, and Exhibitions

October 27. Concert of the band Reflex The band Reflex, which has been delighting listeners with its hits for over 20 years, will present well-known songs at its concert, such as "Lose My Mind," "I Love," "Dances," "Because You Were Not There," and many others. Kyrgyz Academic Drama Theater named after Toktogul Abdumomunov, 19:00.

26.10.2025, 19:15
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October 27: Where in Bishkek and the regions will the power be turned off

In the capital and some regions of Kyrgyzstan, power supply interruptions are expected. This information was received from representatives of energy companies. 1 Bishkek From 9:30 AM to 5:00 PM — microdistrict "Ulan", house No. 1, Novoselskaya Street; From 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM — sections of Botanicheskaya and Tashkumyrskaya Streets, Gorniy and Botanicheskiy Lanes, residential area "Zhenish"; From 1:00 PM to 6:00 PM — microdistrict "Tunguch" (houses No. 34a, 51, 54,

26.10.2025, 17:47
Erkin Checheybaev checked the work of the "Arashan" General Practice Center
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Erkin Checheybaev checked the work of the "Arashan" General Practice Center

During his visit, the Minister of Health familiarized himself with the work of the institution, the conditions in which patients are located, as well as the state of the material and technical base. Checheybaev inspected the inpatient departments and outpatient block, as well as the offices of specialized doctors. The center has an inpatient facility with 50 beds, divided into 25 for adults and 25 for children.

26.10.2025, 13:32
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"The Classical Russian Ballet" will perform "Swan Lake" on the stage of the Opera and Ballet Theater

The performance of the famous ballet "Swan Lake" will take place on November 6 at the Abdylas Maldybaev National Opera and Ballet Theater. The Moscow troupe "Classical Russian Ballet" will participate in this performance. The press service of the Ministry of Culture reported that the plot of the ballet reveals the theme of love, embodied by the swan, which has become a symbol of purity, ideal, and unattainable beauty that captivated the prince. The main characters, striving

26.10.2025, 12:37
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Folk Legends: How Farmers in the Kadamjai District Symbolize the Arrival of Black Crows

Turmush — Farmers from the rural district of Ak-Turpak, located in the Kadamjai region of the Batken province, use a unique folk method to determine the onset of cold weather and the ripeness of rice, reports Turmush correspondent. According to local beliefs, if a black crow arrives and makes the sound "kaak," it signals that the rice has reached its peak ripeness or, conversely, has become overripe and empty.

26.10.2025, 11:36
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At the Opera and Theater, an event will be held to celebrate the 90th anniversary of the people's poet Omoa Sultanov.

On November 6, a solemn event dedicated to the 90th anniversary of Omor Sultanov, the people's poet of Kyrgyzstan and a holder of the Order of Manas II degree, will take place at the National Opera and Ballet Theater named after A. Maldybaev. According to the press service of the Ministry of Culture, this event will feature not only writers and poets but also prominent figures in culture and art, as well as literature enthusiasts. Admission to the event will be free.

26.10.2025, 11:33
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A Kyrgyz Fisherman Went to the Indian Ocean to Catch a Shark: His Story

Arthur Sedov, a 28-year-old resident of Bishkek and organizer of fishing competitions for children in Kyrgyzstan, shared his adventures in the world of sport fishing, including his experience catching a stingray. Arthur first picked up a fishing rod at the age of 12 while at a pond in the town of Kainda in the Panfilov district. Since then, he has spent 18 years in search of big catches, traveling across Asia.

26.10.2025, 10:31
Week-24. Horrific fire in Osh, and two more banks from Kyrgyzstan under sanctions
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Week-24. Horrific fire in Osh, and two more banks from Kyrgyzstan under sanctions

The European Union has introduced a new, 19th package of sanctions against the Russian Federation. This time, the restrictions have affected not only Russian banks and companies but also businesses from Central Asia, China, India, and Thailand. Among those sanctioned are two banks and two firms from Kyrgyzstan: LLC "Old Vector," LLC "Greenex," as well as "Tolubai" and "Eurasian Savings Bank." The sanctions will take effect on November 12. Previously,

26.10.2025, 10:11
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Temperature Records. The coldest October 26 in Bishkek was in 1975.

On October 26, 1975, in Bishkek, which was then called Frunze, a record low temperature was set. According to the resource "Weather and Climate," the capital's air cooled down to -5.2 degrees. On the opposite end of the temperature spectrum, the warmest October 26 was in 2003, when the temperature reached +28.2 degrees.

26.10.2025, 10:01
In part of Bishkek, there will be no cold water on October 27
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In part of Bishkek, there will be no cold water on October 27

Due to scheduled repair work, on October 27, from 10:00 to 19:00, the supply of drinking water will be suspended in some areas of the capital. This was announced by the press service of the Bishkek city administration. According to the city administration, the shutdown will affect residential buildings, educational institutions, kindergartens, medical facilities, and other social and domestic establishments, as well as industrial enterprises.

26.10.2025, 09:49
In Kyrgyzstan, the memory of the soldiers who died in the Batken events was honored
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In Kyrgyzstan, the memory of the soldiers who died in the Batken events was honored

An event was held in Kyrgyzstan in memory of the soldiers who died during the Batken events. The press service of the Ministry of Defense reported this. According to the information provided, this day became a symbol of respect for the heroes who gave their lives for the protection of the territorial integrity and sovereignty of the country, as well as a reminder of the value of peace.

25.10.2025, 23:27
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A new 24-hour vehicle registration department "Birimdik-24" has opened in Bishkek

A new round-the-clock department "Birimdik-24" has opened in Bishkek, which is part of the State Center for Vehicle Registration and Driver Licensing, subordinate to the Office of the President of the Kyrgyz Republic. The opening took place with the participation of Kanibek Tumanbaev, the head of the president's office. The new office is located at: s/a Birimdik-Kut, 2nd St., 18/3. During the event, the project for the construction of a new main office of the State Center for

25.10.2025, 22:16
The annual kimchi festival took place in Bishkek.
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The annual kimchi festival took place in Bishkek.

The event was attended by Deputy Mayor Victoria Mozgacheva, the Ambassador of the Republic of Korea to Kyrgyzstan Kim Kwan-jae, as well as representatives of the Korean Association of Kyrgyzstan. The annual kimchi festival took place in Bishkek. The annual kimchi festival took place in Bishkek. The annual kimchi festival took place in Bishkek. The annual kimchi festival took place in Bishkek. The annual kimchi festival took place in Bishkek. The annual kimchi festival took place in Bishkek. The

25.10.2025, 21:39
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The Main Department of Internal Affairs of Bishkek has charged Ekaterina Bivol. She has been declared wanted.

The Main Department of Internal Affairs of Bishkek reported the initiation of a criminal case against Ekaterina Bivol under Article 330 of the Criminal Code of the Kyrgyz Republic, concerning incitement of racial, ethnic, national, religious, or interregional hostility. The basis for this was video recordings that appeared on social media on October 21, where, according to the investigation, Bivol made offensive remarks about the Kyrgyz people. According to the press service of the Main

25.10.2025, 19:28
Residents of Bishkek are invited to the premiere of the play "Uncle's Dream"
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Residents of Bishkek are invited to the premiere of the play "Uncle's Dream"

The premiere of the play "Uncle's Dream," inspired by the novella of the same name by Fyodor Dostoevsky, will take place at the Arsen Umuraliyev City Drama Theater in Bishkek. This was reported by the press service of the city administration. The project received support from the Ministry of Culture of the Russian Federation and the organization "Russian Seasons".

25.10.2025, 18:53
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The territory of the car market in Osh has been renovated.

At the official opening ceremony of the renovated sector of the Osh car market, realized thanks to the reconstruction, Mayor Jeñishbek Toktorbaev and Chairman of the City Council Bolot Baetov participated alongside local residents, as reported by the city administration. The new car market area is designed to accommodate around 1,500 vehicles. Previously, modernization work was also carried out in other sectors. In 2025, the area where the car market is located received the status of commercial

25.10.2025, 17:51
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October 26: Where the Power Will Be Turned Off in Bishkek

Temporary power outages are expected in Bishkek. The corresponding message was received from the local electric network company. 1 List of addresses in Bishkek From 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM — residential area "Tynchtyk" (Jenysh and Yntymak streets), as well as sections of Kosmicheskaya and Repina streets.

25.10.2025, 17:50
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An event in memory of the Batken events took place in Sokuluk.

Yesterday, October 24, an event was held in the central square of the rural district of Sary-Özön in the Sokuluk region, dedicated to the memory of those who died while fulfilling their military and service duties in defense of the territorial integrity of the Kyrgyz Republic during the Batken events of 1999-2000. This was reported by the Sokuluk District State Administration.

25.10.2025, 17:18
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The Main Internal Affairs Directorate of Bishkek Appeals to Bloggers to Comply with the Law When Creating Content

The Main Department of Internal Affairs of Bishkek has made an appeal to bloggers, streamers, and video creators, urging them to strictly adhere to the norms of the legislation of the Kyrgyz Republic. This appeal was made in response to the growing number of cases of public order violations during pranks, live broadcasts, and staged shootings. In the department, it was emphasized that certain types of online activities may threaten the safety of citizens or violate their rights and freedoms.

25.10.2025, 16:49
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Life in the Regions: Residents of the village of Bakyian in the Talas Region unite to revive traditional crafts

In the Talas region, in the village of Bakyyan, women artisans have united to create unique products from wool and felt. Their creativity attracts not only local residents but also foreigners. One of the participants in this craft union, 54-year-old Nazgul Birimkulova, shared her impressions with a Turmush correspondent: “I am a housewife, and my husband and I have two sons and two daughters. My passion for handicrafts began in the fourth grade when my grandmother taught me this craft. Since

25.10.2025, 16:43
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The daughter of the former vice-mayor of the city of Osh, Rustam Mirzamatov, who opened a recreation area on municipal land, has not paid rent for 3 years, - the city administration

The city administration of Osh reported that the entrepreneur managing the recreation area and fish pond along the Ak-Buura River has not fulfilled his obligations to pay rent for municipal land for three years. According to information from local authorities, the daughter of former deputy mayor Rustam Mirzamatov is using the land but refuses to settle her debt of 756,000 soms.

25.10.2025, 16:28