In the section "Our People Abroad," we introduce Kyrgyzstani Jumbek Tabaldiev. He works on a large cruise liner in Europe.
The police are conducting an investigation An incident occurred in Bishkek involving a Chinese citizen who nearly fell from a balcony on the seventh floor. A recording of the event quickly spread across Kyrgyzstan's social media.
The decree was signed by Sadyr Japarov There has been a change in the leadership of the National Bank of Kyrgyzstan. This was reported by the press service of the president.
Today, October 24, a solemn celebration of the 80th anniversary of the renowned public and state figure Zhanil Tumenbaeva took place in the Panfilov district of the Chui region, as reported by Turmush correspondent. At the beginning of the event, Zhanil Tumenbaeva, along with the leadership of the region and district, planted juniper seedlings on the street named in her honor in the village administration of Kurama.
Image from the internet The Ministry of Construction, Architecture, and Housing and Communal Services of the Kyrgyz Republic has published a draft order regarding the "Approval of the Regulation on the Combination of Design and Construction of Real Estate" for public discussion. The developers of the draft emphasize that its main goal is to improve regulatory regulation in the field of architectural and construction activities, aimed at integrating the processes of design and
On October 27, there will be a water supply interruption in some parts of Bishkek. This is reported by the press service of the city administration. Water supply will be suspended from 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM: in the area bounded by Ch. Aitmatov Avenue, Ayni Street, Vodoprovodnaya Street, Sukhomlinov Street, Tselinnaya Street, Polytechnical Street, and Tash-Kumyrskaya Street; in the area of the old airport, near the "Ak-Keme" hotel. The specified areas for the water interruption are
The National Institute of Public Health (NIOZ) presented a report on the results of a study conducted among preschool-aged children (from one to six years old) in Kyrgyzstan regarding the levels of lead in their blood. Across the country, 21% of children have blood lead levels exceeding acceptable norms. The report emphasizes that these figures are alarming, as they reflect the level of lead exposure for the entire population of young children, not just those living in environmentally
Today, October 24, in the Manas district, at the "Afghan-International" park in the village of Semetey, an event was held in memory of the soldiers who died during the Batken events. The ceremony began with the laying of wreaths at the memorial and the reading of the Quran in their honor, after which the participants honored the memory of the warriors with a moment of silence.
From 10:00 to 19:00 on October 27, residents of the southern part of Bishkek will be without drinking water. This information was announced by the press service of the city administration on October 24. Water will not be supplied to residential buildings, educational institutions, kindergartens, medical organizations, as well as other social and industrial facilities. The water shutdown will affect the following areas, bounded by the streets: Ch. Aitmatov Ave. – Aini St. – Vodoprovodnaya St. –
An unusual event occurred in the Issyk-Ata district — local residents witnessed a pelican walking onto the road. A recording of this moment was posted on social media. In the video, you can see how the large bird calmly settled by the roadside and shows no fear of people. Moreover, the pelican curiously observes what is happening and seems to even pose for the cameras. Witnesses of the event suggested that the bird might have gotten lost during its migration. In the comments to the video, users
In the capital of Kyrgyzstan, Bishkek, police officers conducted a large-scale operation to uncover illegal activities disguised under the name "Antikino." The raids took place on October 23 and 24 and were part of a preventive campaign called "Antireket," as reported by the press service of the Main Internal Affairs Directorate (GUVD) of the city. According to law enforcement agencies, such establishments offered clients the opportunity to isolate themselves in private
Today, October 24, a meeting took place between President Sadyr Japarov and the founder of the cryptocurrency platform Binance, Changpeng Zhao, in the picturesque natural park "Ala-Archa." According to the press service of the head of state, during the informal conversation, the possibilities for deepening cooperation in the field of digital technologies were discussed. There was also talk about the implementation of modern blockchain solutions and attracting international investors
Theatrical Events October 25. Ballet "Giselle" The stage will present the masterpiece of choreography "Giselle," performed by the famous artists of the Mariinsky Theatre — Oksana Skorik and Evgeny Konovalov.
Every day, more than 1500 vehicles provide transportation for the residents of the capital
The Generative AI Hackathon 3.0 is a large-scale two-month project that provides young people from Kyrgyzstan the opportunity to develop their skills in artificial intelligence and information technology. The event is initiated by the U.S.-CAEF Alumni Association. About the AI HackathonAt the Generative AI Hackathon, participants will not only learn about modern technologies but also create their first project in the field of artificial intelligence. Baktygul Kerimova, Executive Director of the
Order on the implementation of video surveillance and installation of barriers
While congratulating the workers in the transportation and road management sector on their professional holiday, the mayor of the capital, Aibek Junushaliev, noted significant achievements in the development of public transport and road infrastructure. This information was disseminated by the press service of the mayor's office. The mayor emphasized that over the past three years, Bishkek has received 1,000 new gas buses from China, which have replaced more than 3,000 minibuses.
The annual Korean Kimchi Festival will take place in Bishkek on October 25, organized by the Embassy of the Republic of Korea in Kyrgyzstan. This was reported by the press service of the capital's mayor's office. Event poster. At the festival, guests will be able to enjoy Korean street food, try on traditional outfits, and immerse themselves in the culture and customs of Korea.
“Not all representatives by proxy should be considered human rights defenders” Gulshaiyr Abdirasulova, a human rights activist, commented on the detention of a woman suspected by the State Committee for National Security (GKNB) of extorting $50,000.
In Kyrgyzstan, employees of the State Committee for National Security detained human rights defender N.D.M., who was extorting 50 thousand US dollars. This money was demanded to resolve an issue related to a criminal case currently under investigation by law enforcement agencies. According to available information, N.D.M., acting by proxy, represented the interests of the victim in various state structures. Under the pretext of securing the release of a detainee in the case, he, citing
The festival will take place on October 25
In Naryn, the boiler house building has been returned to state ownership, according to a statement from the press service of the State Committee for National Security of the Kyrgyz Republic. According to the state committee, in January 1992, the boiler house, owned by the Naryn city administration, was sold to a citizen, Ts.Kh., an employee of the local enterprise "Naryn Heating Supply," in violation of existing legislation.
Earthquake preparedness drills were held in Bishkek aimed at preparing civil defense services for possible earthquakes. The event was attended by the mayor of the capital, Aybek Junushaliev, and employees of the Ministry of Emergency Situations. The main objective of the drills was to check the readiness and actions of the services in the event of an earthquake, as well as to improve cooperation between various agencies. The mayor noted that, considering the location of the capital in a
A man has been fined 10,000 soms
The underage girl stated that her parents provided her with a car so she could "go to the store".
“The economic growth achieved in recent years has been the result of the fruitful work of diplomats”
The investigation established that the accused demanded money for a favorable decision on a criminal case.
In the capital, in the southwest of Bishkek, water supply will be temporarily suspended on October 27. This will occur from 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM, according to information provided by the city administration. The area affected by the water outage includes the following streets:
In some regions of the country, temporary power outages are expected. This is reported by local energy companies. 1 Talas Region From 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM in Taras (there will be outages on the streets of Alymbekov, Chingiz Aitmatov, in the area of the MREO of the State Traffic Safety Inspectorate, as well as on the streets of Krupskaya, 50 Years of Kyrgyzstan, Pushkin, Lesnaya, Turdaliev, Youth, Kurunkeeva, Moskvitshenko, Bokonbaev, Mira, Yubileynaya, Gagarin, and Kyrgyzskaya, including the
On October 23, a tragic accident occurred in Kazakhstan, claiming the lives of 12 people. According to Tengrinews, the incident took place on the Samara – Shymkent road, near the village of Belkopa, when a DAF truck collided with a passenger minibus "Gazelle." Preliminary data indicates that the truck crossed into the oncoming lane. As a result of the collision, both drivers and ten passengers died at the scene, including children aged three and nine. One teenager is in serious
Bishkek October 25, Saturday The temperature at night will be +9...+11 °C, with no precipitation.
A case involving a young man and a minor girl was recorded in one of the booths.
At a press conference, Vice Mayor Azamat Kadyrov emphasized that the renovation of buildings is impossible without the consent of apartment owners. He noted that the need for renovation will increase in the future, and these aspects are already taken into account in the General Plan. Kadyrov also clarified that the presence of investments is a key factor for the implementation of renovation. "If investors are willing to engage in this process, the General Plan includes areas where this is
The Vice Mayor of Bishkek, Azamat Kadyrov, announced an initiative at a recent press conference regarding the use of the existing railway in the city for public transport needs. This will establish a connection between the eastern and western parts of the capital, as well as link Bishkek with cities such as Kant, Tokmok, and Kara-Balta. Kadyrov noted that the General Plan includes the introduction of tram lines, which could be one of the steps toward improving the public transport system.
The General Prosecutor's Office of Kyrgyzstan has established that the building was illegally transferred to private hands. In recent days, the mayor's office of Naryn has once again received the balance of the boiler house located at 2 "B" Lenin Street. This building, previously owned by the municipal enterprise "Naryn Heating Supply," was illegally sold in January 1992 to a citizen, Ts.Kh., who worked at the same enterprise. From 1994 to 2018, it changed owners
During the operational and preventive action "Anti-Racket," conducted on October 23 and 24 in Bishkek, establishments presented as "Antikino" were inspected. According to the Main Internal Affairs Directorate of Bishkek, as a result of the raids, cases were discovered where establishments provided visitors with closed rooms for privacy, which effectively constitutes the provision of hotel services without the proper license.
On October 24, a celebration of the Day of Workers in Automobile Transport and Road Management took place in Bishkek, as reported by the press service of the city administration. At the event, outstanding employees of the capital's transport services were recognized and received Honorary Certificates and letters of gratitude from the city administration and the Department of Transport and Development of Road Transport Infrastructure. The mayor, Aibek Junushaliev, highlighted significant
The State Agency for Civil Service and Local Self-Government has initiated a discussion on the new operating procedures for crematoriums in Kyrgyzstan. This draft resolution is intended to implement the provisions of the law "On Burial and Funeral Activities" and has already been submitted for public review.
According to experts, the current escalation of the conflict between Pakistan and Afghanistan poses a serious threat to Central Asia. Central Asia is a region in a state of instability and can be characterized as a "cauldron" that could explode at any moment. This was stated by Murat Beyshenov, former First Deputy Minister of Defense of Kyrgyzstan and candidate of philosophical sciences, at a round table organized by the Center for Expert Initiatives "Oy Ordo" on the topic
On October 25, 2025, the traditional kimchi festival will take place in Bishkek, as reported by the city administration. The event, organized by the Embassy of the Republic of Korea in the Kyrgyz Republic, will be held on the alley in front of the Kurmanjan Datka monument. The festival will run from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with the official part scheduled for 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM. “Visitors will be able to enjoy Korean street food, try on national costumes, and learn more about the culture and
An announcement has appeared on the internet inviting anyone interested to take trees that are growing on the territory of the Muratala Kurunkeev Music College, as they are planned to be demolished. In the text of the announcement, it is stated: "You can take the trees for free, please call the address Moscow Ponfilova Music Institution" (the author's spelling and style are preserved. - Note from Kaktus.media).
“Only this year, the leaders of five countries have held meetings with the heads of the European Union, China, and Russia” In recent years, there has been a significant increase in interest in Central Asia from leading global players. This was reported by Igor Shestakov, a political scientist and head of the Expert Initiatives Center “Oy Ordo,” at a round table titled “Geopolitics or Economics: Pros and Cons of the Central Asia +1 Format.”
Turmush continues to introduce readers to the work and life of law enforcement officers in Kyrgyzstan. Today, the focus is on the senior investigator of the investigative service of the Ton District Department of Internal Affairs, police captain Asel Suylamankulova.
In the capital of Kyrgyzstan, Bishkek, an important event took place: a cooperation agreement was signed between the French Embassy and the National Hospital, which is under the Ministry of Health of the country. This document aims to improve the emergency medical care system and develop professional ties between specialists in Kyrgyzstan and France.
In anticipation of the Day of Transport Workers and Road Management of the Kyrgyz Republic, the director of the Karabalta automotive enterprise, Iskra Liu, was recognized among professionals in her field. She is one of the leading specialists in the field of automotive transport in the Chui region. Iskra Liu has dedicated more than half a century to her career in the transport industry, of which 47 years she worked at the "Karabalta Automotive Enterprise." This enterprise has long
The drone captured the construction of the National Center for Traumatology and Orthopedics, located on the grounds of the City Clinical Emergency Hospital, formerly known as Hospital No. 4. The presented photograph offers a 360° panoramic view. You can change the angle of view and explore the image.
From October 24 to 27, 2025, an important raid called "Behind the Wheel" is taking place in Kyrgyzstan, organized by the Main Department for Ensuring Road Safety (GUOBDD) of the Kyrgyz Republic. The main goal of this event is to increase driver responsibility on the roads and reduce the number of traffic accidents. During the raid, special attention will be paid to the following violations:
The State Committee for National Security (SCNS) has announced a recruitment of IT specialists for work in the field of national security. According to information provided by the SCNS press service on October 24, the agency is actively seeking software engineers, systems analysts, cryptographers, as well as experts in artificial intelligence and cybersecurity to participate in national defense programs.