In the capital of Kyrgyzstan, Bishkek, the construction of buildings up to 40 stories high is planned. This was announced by Nurdin Oruntaev, the Minister of Construction, Architecture, and Housing and Communal Services, at a press conference for journalists. According to the minister, the country is experiencing a real construction boom.
The head of the rural administration, Karool Ruslan Alaychiev, reported the purchase of a new truck of the "Howo" brand, which is intended for work in the sand extraction sector. Since the beginning of July this year, the rural administration has taken over the management of the sand and gravel extraction process, which was previously carried out by private companies that paid minimal taxes. Over the past five months, it has been possible to significantly increase revenues, almost to
The oil depot "Kyrgyzmunayzat" in the Chui region has been returned to state ownership, according to information from the State Committee for National Security of the Kyrgyz Republic. According to the investigation, in 2004, the land plot of the oil depot, occupying 7.7 hectares and including buildings and structures (storage tanks for petroleum products with a capacity of 36,200 tons), was illegally transferred to private hands. This occurred as a result of a conspiracy among
An expert opposes this approach in the context of electricity shortages At the National Electric Network of Kyrgyzstan, an unlimited electricity tariff has been proposed, which, according to public figure Rasul Umbetaliev, is unfair to the majority of the country's citizens. He expressed his position in an interview with Vesti.kg.
The Ministry of Agriculture of Kyrgyzstan reported that the Department of Fisheries, in collaboration with the laboratory of ichthyology and hydrobiology of the Institute of Biology of the National Academy of Sciences, has established limits on fish catch in the country's fishery water bodies for sport and amateur fishing for the year 2025. To improve the organization of fishing events, agreements have been signed with public associations representing hunters and fishermen, as well as
The Ministry of Culture, Information, and Youth Policy has summed up the results of the competition dedicated to the creation of cultural tourism products based on traditional crafts. According to the department, the goal of this initiative is to search for and develop original designs of cultural tourism goods that rely on traditional ornaments and craft skills, while combining them with modern design solutions.
Photo 24.kg The measures proposed by the authorities to reduce the number of stray and domestic animals in Bishkek have sparked widespread resonance among the city's residents. At a recent meeting of the city council, initiatives such as shooting cats, banning dog barking at night, and feeding stray animals were discussed. Vice Mayor Ramiz Aliyev emphasized that the city hall is not against animals, but order is necessary. Larisa Slobodskaya, head of the 'Kind Hands' foundation,
Currently, there are no rolling blackouts in Kyrgyzstan. This was reported to the Kabar agency by Emilbek Ismanov, the First Deputy Minister of Energy of the country. He explained that temporary outages in certain regions may occur due to overloads or surges during peak electricity consumption hours. "Outages during periods of high demand are usually related to scheduled maintenance, accidents, or overloads in the power grids," Ismanov added.
Thousands of citizens of Kyrgyzstan go abroad in search of better living conditions and financial stability. However, not everyone manages to turn their dreams into reality, despite hard work. Labor migration opens up opportunities for earning, but requires a serious approach to financial discipline.
In the village of Ak-Suu, located in the Moscow district of the Chui region, a refrigerator and equipment for cheese production were provided to children with disabilities as part of a state social order. This was reported by representatives of the Narzan rural administration.
The President of Kyrgyzstan, Sadyr Japarov, expressed his dissatisfaction with the initiative of the Minister of Energy, Talaybek Ibraev, regarding the implementation of a "unlimited tariff" for electricity. This information was announced by the president's press secretary, Askhat Alagozov. Japarov emphasized that such proposals are unacceptable in the current conditions of electricity shortages and could exacerbate social problems in society.
In a multi-story building owned by the company "Emacom," located in Osh, residents expressed their dissatisfaction to the mayor regarding the lack of heating and gas. Today, Mayor Jenishbek Toktorbaev visited this building on Ashimakhunov Street and held a meeting with its inhabitants. They reported that the heating system is not functioning, and the gas supply has not been connected, forcing people to suffer from the cold during the winter period.
According to information provided by Milana Turgunalieva, a candidate of pharmaceutical sciences and co-chair of the Association of Palliative and Hospice Care of Kyrgyzstan, there is a serious problem with the hospitalization of palliative patients in the country. She discussed this in an interview on "Birinchi Radio". Every year, about 20,000 people in Kyrgyzstan need palliative care, and although the legislation provides for the right to such care, there are no hospices for adults
According to information provided by the Ministry of Culture and Tourism of Turkey, the total number of foreign tourists visiting the country from January to September 2025 reached 50 million. This is an increase of 1.6% compared to the same period in 2024. As a result, tourism revenues reached 50 billion US dollars, increasing by 5.7% compared to the previous year.
Photo from the internet After Kanybek Tumanbaev, the head of the president's office, announced that training in driving schools will now take 14 months and that private institutions will close starting in 2026, there has been a sharp increase in the number of people wanting to enroll in driving courses. People are eager to complete their training in 2.5 months. “You can still sign up and complete training under the old rules until December. There are almost no spots left. We had a
In Bishkek, ahead of the winter season, a project has been launched to organize temporary shelters for people who have found themselves without a roof over their heads. This was reported by the press service of the city administration. The shelters are located at the following addresses:
The President of Kyrgyzstan, Sadyr Japarov, has approved amendments to the draft law "On Food Security of the Kyrgyz Republic," which represents a significant step in updating state policy in the area of food provision for the population. In the new document, important terms are clarified and expanded:
According to information provided by the National Statistical Committee, there are currently 21 professional theaters actively operating in Kyrgyzstan. Of these, 10 theaters are located in the capital, Bishkek, 2 are in the Jalal-Abad region, 3 are in Osh, 2 are in the Naryn region, and one theater can be found in each of the Batken, Issyk-Kul, Osh, and Talas regions.
According to data from the National Statistics Committee, in 2024, there were 42 cinemas operating in Kyrgyzstan, which collectively attracted over 3 million viewers. Last year, more than 232,000 screenings were held.
The film "The Dream of Reason," created by Kyrgyz director and film critic Talgar Zamir-Seyit, has been selected to participate in the Toronto Global Film Festival, which will take place in Canada from December 20 to 22, 2025. The filming of the movie took place on the Kamchatka Peninsula and resulted from international collaboration between Kyrgyzstan, Japan, Uzbekistan, and Russia. The uniqueness of the project lies in the fact that the entire film was shot on a mobile phone, which
The Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic has approved new state duty rates concerning notarial services. This decision is aimed at improving the quality of service provision and increasing revenues for the state budget. According to the adopted document, new state duty amounts are established for various notarial actions. In particular:
According to the press service of the Ministry of Health, Jalil Abdykalikov, a distinguished doctor, passed away at the age of 70. Jalil Abdykalikovich Abdykalikov. Photo provided by the press service of the Ministry of Health. Jalil Abdykalikovich was born on June 2, 1955, in the village of Sary-Bulak, located in the Jayil district of Chui region.
Temporary restrictions for trucks on the passes of Kyrgyzstan remain in effect due to worsening weather conditions. This information was provided by the press service of the Ministry of Transport and Communications. According to their data, snowfall has affected most regions of the country, and road services are working around the clock to ensure the roads are clear. The state enterprises "Kyrgyzavtozhol-Tushtuk" and "Kyrgyzavtozhol-Tunduk" are continuously applying a
The electronic queue system has been implemented at the sugar beet reception points, as reported by the press service of the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry. Now, farmers have the opportunity to plan in advance the time and day for delivering their harvest, thereby avoiding queues and long waiting times. This innovation significantly simplifies the process and allows farmers to save time and resources. At the same time, sugar prices will remain stable, as no
On November 3, three vehicles of the "JAX" brand were received by the Osh City Department of Internal Affairs from the Ministry of Internal Affairs. According to the information from the press service of the city police, the head of the department, Colonel of Police Damirbek Isakov, handed over the vehicles to the units. They were distributed among the central office, Suleiman-Too, and Ak-Buura.
The State Committee for National Security (GKNB) of the Kyrgyz Republic has uncovered a corruption scheme that operated in the Republican Center for Psychiatry and Narcology (RCPN) of the Ministry of Health, in collaboration with representatives of the Internal Affairs Department of the Lenin District of Bishkek. According to GKNB, as a result of the investigation of a criminal case, it was established that the expert psychologist of RCPN A. Ch. Sh., born in 1975, in collusion with the deputy
In the 1970s, a factory specializing in the production of electromechanical toys was established in Kara-Balta, where various models were manufactured and distributed throughout the territory of the USSR. Today, in some families in Kyrgyzstan, you can still find toys that are over half a century old. These items were created at the factory in Kara-Balta.
The World Health Organization (WHO) has released new recommendations for countries facing a sharp decline in external funding for healthcare. This was reported by the UN News Service. According to a WHO survey conducted in March 2025 across 108 countries, several regions are experiencing a reduction in medical services, including vaccination and maternity care, by up to 70%. More than 50 countries reported mass layoffs of healthcare personnel and issues in training specialists.
A project for planting raspberries of the 'Polka' variety has been launched in the Toguz-Toro district of the Jalal-Abad region. This was reported by the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Industrial Processing of Kyrgyzstan. As part of the initiative "30+20+10", farmer Bakyt uulu Omur has planted raspberries on an area of 0.50 hectares.
The President of Kyrgyzstan, Sadyr Japarov, has signed amendments to the Law "On the Status of Military Personnel," as reported by the information from the head of state's office. According to the provided data, this law was approved by the Jogorku Kenesh on September 24, 2023.
The Ministry of Culture, Information, Sports, and Youth Policy has announced a tender for the procurement of equipment for multimedia systems. According to information published on the government procurement portal, an unrestricted procurement method will be used.
Today, November 4, the heating season officially begins in Kara-Balta. This decision was made by the city's mayor, Salmurbek uulu Azat.
Fisherman-athlete Nikolai Radchenko spoke about his catches of pike during the autumn period at the Melioration water body located in the Jaiyl district of the Chui region. “Catching pike in the autumn is a real pleasure. At this time, they become especially active, eagerly grabbing all possible lures. Although you can catch them on a spinner or jig head, live bait is preferred. Such specimens can weigh up to one kilogram, while we always return the smaller pikes back to the water,” he noted.
During the broadcast of the program "Elden Sobol," organized by the "Kabar" agency, the Deputy General Director for Commercial Affairs of the "NESC" JSC, Ularbek Duysho uulu, shared information about the progress of installing "smart" meters in various regions of the country. He reported that by 2025, the Talas, Naryn, and Jalal-Abad regions will be fully equipped with "smart" meters at 100%. Work in the Issyk-Kul region is nearing completion
In the village of Issyk-Kul, located in the rural district of Issyk-Kul in the Tyup region, the construction of a new recreation park has been completed. A Turmush correspondent reports that the opening ceremony took place with solemn moments: prayers were said, wreaths were laid, and the names of veterans who died during the Great Patriotic War from 1941 to 1945, as well as those who returned from the front and passed away later, were immortalized on a memorial plaque. The idea to reconstruct
Artificial Intelligence (AI) has already firmly entered our lives, influencing labor relations, education, and government services. While the world is rapidly adapting to these new technologies, Kyrgyzstan is just beginning to embrace them. How can we avoid falling behind, transform AI from a potential threat into a reliable assistant, and what actions need to be taken today? These questions were discussed by experts in an interview with 24.kg, including AI and digital communications
The Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic has approved changes to the existing resolution concerning the "Traffic Rules and Basic Provisions for the Admission of Vehicles to Operation." These changes were initiated as part of the implementation of the presidential decree on the legalization of motor vehicles and are aimed at clarifying the mechanism for the temporary import of cars.
In the Talas region, the esteemed physician Malik Mukhtarovich Erishaliev has passed away. Malik Erishaliev, born on February 17, 1963, in the village of Kök-Kashat in the Talas district, completed his education at the Kyrgyz State Medical Institute, where he graduated with honors in 1985 with a degree in "Surgery." Immediately after that, he began his career as a surgeon at the central district hospital in Talas.
Residents of Bishkek are actively expressing their protest against the local authorities' decision to cull stray cats. A petition has been initiated on the platform change.org. The authors of the document emphasize that such treatment of animals is not only cruel but also contradicts the foundations of a humane society.
Talantbek Tolobekov has been appointed as the director of the Department of Cinematography of the Ministry of Culture, Information, and Youth Policy. This decision was made in accordance with the resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers, signed by the Prime Minister Adylbek Kasymaliev. Previously, this position was held by Ulan Adamaliev.
Changes to the resolution on the establishment of the State Historical and Cultural Museum-Reserve "Uzgen" have been made by the Cabinet of Ministers. The signature under this decision was placed by Chairman Adylbek Kasymaliev. According to the new document, the museum-reserve "Uzgen" will receive a number of archaeological sites, including:
Due to worsening weather conditions in Kyrgyzstan, work has begun to clear the roads of snow. These actions were initiated by the press service of the Ministry of Transport and Communications of the Kyrgyz Republic. Round-the-clock operations to spread inert materials are being carried out by the state enterprises "Kyrgyzavtojol-South" and "Kyrgyzavtojol-North".
Sadyr Japarov, the President of Kyrgyzstan, has approved the draft law "On Amendments to the Criminal Code of the Kyrgyz Republic." This was reported by the press service of the head of state. The law was adopted by the Jogorku Kenesh on September 25, 2023.
Today, November 4, at 08:30, it is snowing at the Töö-Ashuu pass on the Bishkek—Osh highway. This was reported by the commander of the 5th platoon of the Road Patrol Service of the Main Department of Internal Affairs of the Chui region, Lieutenant of Police Ulan Alymbekov.
This event is aimed at educating and familiarizing people with the culture of the nations living in Russia, as well as assessing the level of ethnocultural literacy among the population.
The State Department of Architectural and Construction Control continues to actively address issues related to the legalization of apartment buildings constructed without the necessary permits. Photo by the Ministry of Construction
Due to a sharp deterioration in weather conditions, snowfalls are observed in several regions of Kyrgyzstan. Road services continue to actively work on clearing the roads. According to the Ministry of Transport and Communications of the Kyrgyz Republic, as of November 4 at 09:00, temporary restrictions for freight transport are in effect:
The Office of the President of the Kyrgyz Republic reported a significant exceedance of the revenue plan, which amounted to 111.3%. As a result, actual revenues reached 10 billion 357.2 million soms. According to the agency's press release, a meeting of the board was held on November 3, chaired by the head of the president's office.