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The National Football Academy of the Crimean Football Union is One Year Old
Recently, the National Football Academy of the Kyrgyz Football Union celebrated its first year of operation.
24.10.2025, 12:23
Recently, the National Football Academy of the Kyrgyz Football Union celebrated its first year of operation.
Recently, a commission meeting took place in the Supreme Court of the Kyrgyz Republic, aimed at optimizing the structure of the courts and the number of judges. This meeting was chaired by Aida Seidakmatova, the chairperson of the Council of Judges and a judge of the Supreme Court. The commission was established on October 17 by the decision of the Council of Judges to implement part 3 of Article 2 of the constitutional Law "On Amendments to the Constitutional Law 'On the Supreme
At the press conference, the chief architect of Bishkek, Meder Kydyrmaev, spoke about the new general plan, which includes the concept of a "15-minute city." According to him, the document provides for the creation of new social facilities to meet the needs of the growing population. The zoning of the city will be carried out taking into account the planned construction, which will ensure the accessibility of social institutions. Kydyrmaev noted that within the framework of the new
Construction of a new building for the Youth Technicians Station is actively underway in Bishkek, as reported by the city hall's press service. According to the provided data, the new modern building is being constructed at the address: 144 Leo Tolstoy Street. The project is commissioned by the local government’s capital construction department.
The Ministry of Labor, Social Welfare and Migration of the Kyrgyz Republic reports on the ongoing work to identify children and families in difficult life situations. During the first nine months of 2025, 444 children faced various forms of violence. The department noted that they received the necessary social and psychological assistance. According to the information, 4,843 children were identified as being in difficult conditions. Individual protection plans have been developed for 2,514 of
The Ministry of Labor, Social Security, and Migration of Kyrgyzstan, through the Center for Employment of Citizens Abroad, has announced the start of online registration for Kyrgyz citizens wishing to work at the Volkswagen plant in Bratislava, Slovakia. As part of the cooperation agreement with the Slovak agency INDEX NOSLUS, 50 positions have been allocated for employment in the country.
The draft resolution "On the Approval of the Procedure for the Operation of Crematoria in the Territory of the Kyrgyz Republic" has been prepared by the State Agency for State Service and Local Self-Government and has already been submitted for public discussion. Currently, there is no document in Kyrgyzstan that clearly regulates the operation of crematoria, including the procedure for providing cremation services, handling ashes, and the conditions for storing and burying urns.
On October 23, a meeting of the Commission took place in the Supreme Court, which is engaged in analyzing and optimizing the structure of the judicial system and the number of judges. The chairperson of the commission is Aida Seidakmatova, who holds the position of chair of the Council of Judges and is a judge of the Supreme Court. According to the press service of the Supreme Court, the establishment of this commission was the result of a decision made by the Council of Judges on October 17.
In the Call center Kaktus.media, residents of "Tunguch" reported their issues with the new asphalt. They noted: "The sidewalk was repaired less than a month ago, and its condition has already deteriorated."
In Bishkek, work is nearing completion on the city’s master plan, which will be in effect until 2050. This was announced by Deputy Mayor Azamat Kadyrov at a press conference. He noted that at the beginning of this year, an agreement was signed with a Japanese company that assisted in developing the concept of the master plan in collaboration with experts from St. Petersburg. “Starting Monday, the new master plan will be available for public discussion on the official website of the city hall,
This year, the Ministry of Transport and Communications of Kyrgyzstan has completed the implementation of numerous significant road projects throughout the region, as reported by the press service of the ministry. Among the key projects are the construction and reconstruction of sections such as Barskoon — Bedel, Balakchi — Bokonbaev — Karakol, Ala-Buka — Zhany-Bazar — Kirovka, and Naryn — Bayetov.
The Unified Portal of Public Discussions presents the draft law "On Amendments to Certain Legislative Acts of the Kyrgyz Republic," which concerns the Budget Code, the Code on Non-Tax Revenues, and the Law "On Tourism." It is proposed to introduce a new non-tax payment — a tourist fee, which will be charged to foreign guests temporarily residing in various places such as hotels, inns, hostels, sanatoriums, rest houses, and guest houses.
Today, special lessons and events dedicated to the 80th anniversary of the United Nations are taking place in all educational institutions in Kyrgyzstan. Students are exploring the significance of the UN in maintaining peace, developing international cooperation, and protecting human rights, as well as highlighting Kyrgyzstan's contribution to the activities of this organization. In Bishkek, at secondary school No. 100 named after Baidildy Sarnygoev, a class hour was held, attended by
The draft resolution is presented for public discussion A draft resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers titled "On the Approval of the Procedure for the Operation of Crematoriums on the Territory of the Kyrgyz Republic" has been submitted for discussion.
Pol Kapoor has officially become the Assistant Secretary of State for South and Central Asian Affairs. This appointment has been confirmed by the U.S. State Department. Photo U.S. State Department. Pol Kapoor
The Ministry of Transport and Communications is actively working on improving the road infrastructure aimed at developing the tourism sector. This is reported by the ministry's press service. Recent works include the major repair of sections on the routes Karkyra — Turuk — Sary-Jaz, as well as the roads leading to the ski base "Karokul," the walnut grove Arslanbob, Lake Sary-Chelek, and the resorts on the shores of Issyk-Kul.
The mosque accommodates 600 people
Photo from the internet Against the backdrop of new U.S. sanctions against "Rosneft" and "Lukoil," state-owned oil companies in China have temporarily halted the purchase of Russian oil that is delivered by sea. This was reported by Reuters. It is noted that Chinese companies express concerns that participating in such deals could lead to the risk of falling under secondary sanctions.
Sadyr Japarov, the President of the Kyrgyz Republic, has signed a law concerning reporting for a number of non-profit organizations. According to the new legislation, starting from 2026, political parties, trade unions, religious organizations, and cooperatives that use grant funds will be required to publish information about their income, expenses, and assets on the tax service's website no later than April 1 of each year.
An international forum titled "National University - Support of the Nation" has started in Bishkek, dedicated to the centenary of the Kyrgyz National University named after Jusup Balasagyn. This significant event involves representatives of the government, scholars, as well as teachers and staff from both local and foreign partner universities.
In the capital of Kyrgyzstan, Bishkek, the process of installing new city streetlights has begun, which has sparked mixed reactions among residents. A real wave of humor and memes has erupted on social media, where users are "decorating" various places, from the historic "Dzerzhinka" to the picturesque landscapes of the Tian Shan mountains using neural network technologies. Posts with captions like "Bishkek 2030" and "Erkindik Boulevard. May 2026"
At a press conference on October 24, the Deputy Head of "Bishkekglavarkhitektura," Aziret Akimov, stated that compliance with greenery standards in Bishkek leaves much to be desired. According to the standards, there should be at least 16 square meters of green space per resident, while currently, this figure is only 4.5–5 square meters, which is four times lower than the required level. Akimov also noted that by 2050, the city's population could reach 1.9 million. In this
Average monthly salary— from 1,650 euros
The Cabinet of Ministers approved changes to the operational rules of the Ministry of Emergency Situations, as recorded in Resolution No. 658. This measure was taken in accordance with the presidential decree issued on June 16, 2025, under number 183. The decree pertains to the order and mechanism of interchangeability of law enforcement agencies involved in ensuring public safety, protecting the population, and maintaining the territorial integrity of the country.
Water is becoming one of the key resources in Central Asia. Starting January 1, 2026, a new Water Code will come into effect in Kyrgyzstan, which proposes the introduction of a water fee for all users, both domestic and foreign. Water is beginning to be viewed as a commodity, alongside strategically important resources such as oil and gas.
The State Committee for National Security of the Kyrgyz Republic has announced the start of recruitment for IT specialists to work in the field of national security.
Today, October 24, "Bishkekglavarkhitektura" reported on the current status of the city's master plan project, which is planned until 2050. Vice Mayor Azamat Kadyrov noted that the current master plan, created in 2006, is nearing the end of its term. This year, against the backdrop of administrative-territorial reform, a new master plan has been developed that takes into account changes until 2050. A Japanese company prepared a master plan, based on which a research institute
Photo from the internet. Illustrative photo President Donald Trump announced that the United States will continue strikes against drug traffickers outside the country without prior approval from Congress, as reported by CNN. According to him, the main task is to stop the flow of drugs into the country. The U.S. military is already attacking drug cartels in the Caribbean Sea and the Pacific Ocean, and now Trump has announced operations on land, particularly in Venezuela. He expressed confidence
The Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic has initiated a discussion on a draft law concerning mandatory genomic and fingerprint registration. The proposed changes to the legislation address several key aspects:
“Students should be proud that our country is a full member of the UN”
Renowned athlete and three-time champion of the USSR Otto Eduardovich Barch passed away at the age of 83, reports Prosports.kz.
Apartment owners expressed concern about the destruction of load-bearing walls by the owner of the basement floor. In the Kok-Zhar microdistrict located in Bishkek, the renovation work in the basements of houses No. 22 and No. 23 has been temporarily suspended following complaints from residents. It has been reported that this decision was made by the Ministry of Construction of the Kyrgyz Republic.
As part of this seminar, which takes place on October 23 and 24, experts from Japan are sharing their knowledge and experience with Kyrgyz coaches and specialists. The theme of the event is "Philosophy of Youth Football Development and JFA Training Methodology."
The magnitude was 3.3 According to the information from the Institute of Seismology of the National Academy of Sciences of the Kyrgyz Republic, an earthquake occurred in Kyrgyzstan on October 23 at 22:44. This is already the fourth such event in a day.
In Bishkek, the construction of a new residential complex TIANSHAN-1 is starting, as reported by New Star International Investment. Sales manager Aziret Kuttubekov shared details about the project and expressed confidence in its reliability. - What is the situation with the land plot? Are there ownership documents? - Yes, the plot is registered in full compliance with the legislation, and there is a "red book." All documents are registered to New Star International Investment, which
Today, October 24, at around 07:40, an accident involving two cars occurred at the intersection of Salieva and Parkhomenko streets, as reported by witnesses of the event to Kaktus.media. After the collision, one of the cars flew into the ditch next to the transformer booth.
The Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic has approved new appointments to the Supervisory Board of the Central Asian Institute for Applied Research in Earth Sciences, according to resolution No. 868-t. The council includes the Deputy Minister of Finance, the Deputy Minister of Science, Higher Education and Innovation, as well as the Ambassador of the Kyrgyz Republic to Germany.
Today, an important ceremony took place in the Kara-Suu district of the Osh region, where a time capsule was laid at the main water intake facility of the Otuz-Adyr main canal. According to the Ministry of Agriculture, this event symbolizes the beginning of large-scale modernization of the Kurshab-Sai irrigation system, which is of great importance for the agricultural sector of the region. In a solemn atmosphere, Bakyt Torobaev, Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers and Minister of
The Central Election Commission has begun accepting applications from citizens wishing to participate in the extraordinary elections for deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh, scheduled for November 30, 2025. [ full list of candidates for all 30 districts ]
At the event, 17 outstanding individuals and organizations from the member countries of CAREC were awarded for their achievements in gender equality and green technologies in 2025.
Repair work begins in the capital
In the new settlement of Ak-Tilek, being established in the territory of the rural district of Kara-Bürgön in the Ak-Talinsky district of the Naryn region, a time capsule was laid for the first buildings, as reported by a Turmush correspondent. The villages of Ak-Chiy and Jangy-Tilek, located in this rural district, are situated in a flood-prone area, necessitating the relocation of residents to safer regions. As a result, 147 hectares of land have been allocated in Kara-Koo for the
In the forests of the Chui region, mushrooms resembling orange-yellow balls have been found in significant quantities, reports Turmush correspondent. Some of these mushrooms reach large sizes, with weights sometimes amounting to several kilograms.
He has been working in the Ministry of Finance since 2009 Nurbek Akzholov has been appointed as the Deputy Minister of Finance, according to information provided by the press service of the Ministry of Finance of the Kyrgyz Republic.
Gulnara Zhakypova, who has been selling food to drivers from a trailer on the road to the coal mine in the Kara-Keche gorge in the Naryn region for 15 years, has a special treasure — a copper samovar made in 1833. She inherited it from her mother and claims it still works perfectly. “Some have offered me $3,000 for it, but I can’t sell it — it’s a memory of my mom. Every day I light a fire in it and brew tea for the drivers,” Gulnara shares. In her menu, you can find 5–6 different dishes, among
At a press conference on October 24, Deputy Mayor Azamat Kadyrov noted that the selection of districts for renovation in Bishkek will depend on proposals from investors. He emphasized that updating the housing stock is a key element in the development of the capital. The new master plan outlines potential areas for renovation; however, the official refrained from specifying particular priorities, stating that much will depend on the investors.
Residents of the Batken region, living in the village of Zhany-Zher, have organized a cooperative and started cultivating strawberries and raspberries, reports Turmush correspondent. Villagers rented land plots from the local government fund and began to cultivate strawberries. Last year, they harvested over 100 tons and were able to export their products to Russia and Kazakhstan, earning them about 17 million soms. This year, local farmers adopted new soil processing methods, studied the
The event, organized by the southern branch of the German nature conservation organization NABU in the Kyrgyz Republic, took place at the Faculty of Natural Sciences and Geography of Osh State Pedagogical University. It was attended by students, local residents, and representatives of environmental organizations interested in nature conservation issues. Participants discussed the importance of preserving the snow leopard, its natural habitat, and the role of international and public