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
Photo @azattelevision. The 'Florentine' diamond The 'Florentine' diamond, weighing over 137 carats and considered lost since 1918, had been kept in a bank vault in Quebec, Canada, for many years. This was reported by Karl Habsburg-Lothringen, head of the Habsburg family, in an interview with The New York Times and Der Spiegel. In size, this gemstone is comparable to a walnut and ranks fourth in size in the world.
Photo from the personal archive of Jusup Abdrakhmanov The first Prime Minister of the Kirghiz ASSR, Jusup Abdrakhmanov, performed a heroic act by stopping the famine that threatened his people and challenging the brutal Stalinist system. For his brave actions, he was recognized as a hero but was later shot due to his revelations in a diary that became a significant document of that era. His talent and courage were ahead of their time, and Abdrakhmanov's tragic fate became a symbol of his
Photo by the President's Office. Kanaybek Tumanbaev inspected the construction of a residential complex in Tokmok Recently, Kanaybek Tumanbaev, the head of the President's Office, visited Tokmok to check on the progress of the construction of a residential complex consisting of 29 blocks. This project, supported by mortgage subsidies, includes 1,905 apartments, among which are 9 nine-story and 20 fifteen-story buildings. The information was provided by the press service of the head
The government of Kyrgyzstan has decided to introduce new standards aimed at enhancing the financial stability of insurance and reinsurance organizations. According to the adopted document, the maximum liability limit for certain types of insurance risks is capped at 20% of the company's own funds.
According to information from the U.S. State Department, the Diversity Visa program (DV-2027) will remain in effect; however, there will be some changes to the registration schedule and the announcement of results. Additional details regarding specific dates will be published later on the official website of the department here. Lottery winners of DV-2027 will be able to apply for immigration visas during the usual timeframe — from October 1, 2026, to September 30, 2027.
In accordance with the Constitutional Law of the Kyrgyz Republic "On the State Language of the Kyrgyz Republic" and the Law "On Advertising," raids are being conducted in the Pervomaisky District. In the Sverdlovsk District, together with the municipal land use control department, the dismantling of lightweight structures located on Gogol Street, near houses No. 12 and 20, is being carried out.
In 2024, 1,020 titles of books will be published in Kyrgyzstan, with a total circulation of 1,617 thousand copies, reports the National Statistical Committee on the occasion of Information and Printing Day. Of the total number of published books, more than 58% will be in the Kyrgyz language.
The Call Center Kaktus.media received a request from residents of the eastern part of Bishkek, who are asking for improved transportation, especially on Salieva Street. “We live in Lebedinovka, and there are many of us, but we have insufficient public transport. Mainly, only buses No. 56 and 48 run, and we have to wait a long time for them. Bus No. 56 runs more frequently, while we spend a lot of time waiting for the 48. Because of this, local residents, students, and schoolchildren often
The Central Election Commission (CEC) has scheduled a lottery on November 8 to determine the order of inclusion of registered candidates in the ballots for the upcoming elections of deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh. The lottery will cover 30 electoral districts, and free airtime will also be allocated on state television channels and print space in state publications. On the same day, it is planned to sign a memorandum by registered candidates in the multi-mandate electoral district for
In the Batken region, on the Khozhoshken River, during floods, one can see tiny shiny particles that locals perceive as gold. The Khozhoshken River originates from the confluence of the Archa-Bashy and Zardaly rivers, which flow down from the mountains to the southwest of Batken. During periods of rising temperatures and water levels in the river, shiny particles, which may be gold, rise to the surface along with the sand.
Today, November 7, a memorial rally was held in Victory Park in Karakol in memory of the ancestors. Local residents, veterans, and youth participated in the event.
Recently, a decision was made in Kyrgyzstan to establish a special fund that will focus on the development of digital infrastructure, as well as information technology and communications. The signing of the relevant resolution took place under the leadership of the country's Prime Minister. The fund, according to the approved regulation, will operate under the Ministry of Digital Development and Innovative Technologies. Its main task is to support projects in the field of digitalization,
The city of Balykchy, once an important transit point on the Great Silk Road, is now a key economic center of the Issyk-Kul region. Geographically, Balykchy serves as the gateway to Lake Issyk-Kul, which is recognized as a tourist zone of international significance. The city is located on the northwest shore of this picturesque lake.
Balykchy will receive 1.5 billion soms for development. This information was announced on October 6 by the Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers and head of the State National Security Committee, Kamchybek Tashiev, during his working visit to the city.
The Ministry of Education of the Kyrgyz Republic has announced the start of a competition for the positions of heads of state and municipal kindergartens. The application and competition document submission period will begin on November 6 and end on November 20.
Women's participation in the political life of Kyrgyzstan continues to grow, as evidenced by their increased representation in local self-government bodies. The Director of the Agency for State Service and Local Self-Government, Kudaibergen Bazarbaev, announced this data at a republican seminar for women in leadership positions in government agencies. As a result of the administrative-territorial reform, the total number of deputy mandates in local councils has decreased from 9,062 to
On November 6, a festive celebration took place in the Ton district of the Issyk-Kul region, dedicated to the Day of Workers of the Agro-Industrial Complex of Kyrgyzstan and local communities, as well as to the harvest festival "Golden Autumn." As part of the event, local authorities presented awards on behalf of the district state administration, as well as cash and valuable prizes to those who showed initiative in agriculture and developed local communities.
Sadyr Japarov, the President of Kyrgyzstan, signed a decree regarding the simplification of administrative procedures for foreign workers involved in the railway project connecting China, Kyrgyzstan, and Uzbekistan. According to this decree, starting from November 6, 2025, and until October 31, 2026, the procedure for payment of state fees and registration at the place of stay will be temporarily simplified for foreign specialists arriving in Kyrgyzstan to work on the Torugart — Jalal-Abad
At the moment, there are no citizens of the Kyrgyz Republic among those affected or killed as a result of the earthquake in Afghanistan. This information was confirmed by the press service of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. In the department, it was emphasized that they maintain active communication with Kyrgyz citizens located in Afghanistan.
Photo courtesy of the mayor's office A raid aimed at removing illegally installed advertising structures took place in the capital of Kyrgyzstan. As a result of the inspection, 126 such objects were dismantled, according to information from the mayor's office press service. The event took place in the Pervomaisky district to ensure compliance with the Constitutional Law "On the State Language of the Kyrgyz Republic" and the Law "On Advertising." The total amount
Today in Osh, events dedicated to the Days of History and Memory of Ancestors took place, as reported by the city administration. The ceremony was held at the memorial complex "Eternal Flame," gathering the deputy mayor, city council deputies, municipal employees, as well as military personnel from the Osh garrison and representatives of the local population. Participants of the event laid flowers at the memorial and honored the memory of their ancestors with a moment of silence. The
Who else benefits from video surveillance? Video cameras as part of the "Safe City" project record events not only in public places but also in the buildings of the Bishkek Internal Affairs Department. This was reported by Azamat Toktonaliev, head of the capital's Internal Affairs Department, during the presentation of the new operational center.
At the 43rd session of the UNESCO General Conference, taking place from October 30 to November 13, 2025, in Samarkand, representatives from 194 countries are participating. Kyrgyzstan hosted an official reception where it presented the VI World Nomad Games, scheduled for August 31 to September 6, 2026, on the shores of Lake Issyk-Kul. According to the Secretariat of the World Nomad Games, this event aims to unite the peoples of the world on a single platform.
At the meeting of the Commission on Social and Human Sciences during the 43rd session of the UNESCO General Conference taking place in Samarkand, Minister of Culture Mirbek Mambetaliev made an important statement on November 6. According to the press service of the Ministry of Culture, he presented an initiative put forward by the President of Kyrgyzstan, Sadyr Japarov, calling for September 22 to be declared International Day of "Nomadic Heritage".
For the first time in the rural municipality of Orto-Kayindy, located in the Panfilov district of the Chui region, a garbage collection vehicle has been acquired. This information was announced by representatives of the district state administration.
Photo from the internet Nancy Pelosi, the 85-year-old congresswoman and chief opponent of Donald Trump, has announced the end of her career in Congress. This news was published in The Guardian. In her video address, Pelosi announced her decision not to run for re-election and to conclude her 20-year political career, including her time as the first female Speaker of the House of Representatives.
On November 7, the supply of drinking water in Bishkek was stopped from 08:00 to 24:00. This was reported by the press service of the city mayor's office. The reason for the shutdown was emergency work related to 500 mm diameter pipes in the water supply networks.
The Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers, Adylbek Kasymaliev, addressed congratulations to the workers of the mass media on their professional holiday — Information and Print Day. This was reported in a press release from the government office. The head of the cabinet emphasized the significance of this day in the context of the history of Kyrgyz journalism, pointing out that it was on November 7, 1924, that the first issue of the newspaper "Erkin-Too" was published in the Kyrgyz
In 2024, the president issued a decree to confer the title of "Founding Fathers of modern Kyrgyz statehood" to five outstanding individuals, including Abdykerim Sydykov, Imanaly Aydarbekov, Jusup Abdrakhmanov, Abdykadir Orozbekov, and Ishehnaly Arabayev. Sadyr Japarov called for events aimed at commemorating their memory, considering it a sacred duty of every citizen. 24.kg presents the views of the descendants of these remarkable individuals on their legacy.
Recently, the Parliament of Singapore passed a bill that allows for punishing internet fraudsters with caning. As a result, cyber fraud has been added to the list of crimes for which corporal punishment is prescribed. This was reported by The Washington Post. According to the new amendments, organizers, perpetrators, and accomplices of fraudulent schemes can receive between 6 to 24 strokes with flexible rods up to 120 centimeters long. A mandatory medical examination will be conducted before
Daniyar Bekzhanov, a farmer from the Suusamyr Valley in the Chui region, has been successfully breeding Areshan sheep for ten years. Born in 2000 in the Jayil district, Daniyar started livestock farming at the age of 15. The young farmer has achieved impressive results — his sheep are priced from 1,000 to 6,000 dollars.
Aisha has been diagnosed with bilateral retinoblastoma. Her parents noticed an abnormal glow in their daughter's eyes and decided to see a doctor. Meerim, Aisha's mother, recalls: "I didn't immediately understand what it could mean. Later, it became clear that it was a malignant tumor. We went to the Republican Oncology Center, where an examination was conducted under anesthesia, and that’s when we received the diagnosis."
On November 6, a personal exhibition of the talented artist Duyshobek Isakov titled "Painting. Graphics. Poster" was launched at the Kyrgyz National Museum of Fine Arts named after Gapar Aitiev. According to the press service of the Ministry of Culture, Information, and Youth Policy, the opening event was attended by Deputy Minister Marat Tagaev, as well as representatives of the artistic community, art historians, and active citizens.
An important change was the update of Article 209 "Fraud". Now, fraud encompasses not only cases of deception or abuse of trust to acquire someone else's property but also intentional evasion of obligations under contracts for the purpose of gaining profit. The penalties for minor fraud include:
In the 25th round of the Kyrgyzstan football championship, "Bars" faced "Bishkek City," finishing the match with a final score of 4:3, as reported by the league's press service.
Today, November 7, all restrictions on the country's passes have been lifted, and traffic is now available for vehicles. The press service of the Ministry of Transport and Communications of the Kyrgyz Republic reported that work on clearing the roads of snow and spreading inert materials continues.
The government of the country has approved new rules for registering road traffic accidents, which will affect the accounting of injuries. According to the new recommendations, the definitions of categories of victims have been changed:
The Ministry of Justice of Kyrgyzstan has proposed changes to the Code of Offenses and the Law "On External Migration," aimed at addressing the issue of begging in the country. A draft of the new document has already been presented for public discussion. According to the agency, citing data from the Ministry of Internal Affairs, the situation with begging, especially in Bishkek and Osh, is becoming increasingly serious and characteristic of growth.