As reported at a briefing by Albert Zulkharnayev, head of the Rossotrudnichestvo representative office in Kyrgyzstan, there are over 11,000 students from Kyrgyzstan studying in Russia. According to him, approximately half of these students are studying on a budget basis, while the others are studying on a contract basis.
In connection with World AIDS Day, the Republican Center for the Control of Hematogenic Viral Hepatitis and HIV launched a campaign under the slogan "Together we will defeat HIV by caring for ourselves and for each other." This year, the focus is on youth and the importance of informing about HIV, as well as sexual and reproductive health, which is directly related to the birth of healthy children. Every young person must be aware of their responsibility for health and be ready to
Bishkek November 25, Tuesday At night, the temperature will be -1...+1 °C, no precipitation is expected.
A yurt village has opened in Canada, created by a married couple. This was reported by blogger Madina Low on her Instagram page. Zarina Ismailova, a Dungan from Kazakhstan, along with her husband, a citizen of Kyrgyzstan, organized this project just an hour's drive from Montreal.
During the meeting of the Council of Heads of State of the Collective Security Treaty Organization (CSTO), kindergartens in Bishkek will continue to operate as usual. This was reported by the press service of the city administration, as indicated on the website 24. kg. It should be noted that from November 25 to December 1 inclusive, all schools in the city will switch to remote learning. This is related to the upcoming elections for deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh and the need to conduct
In the Jeti-Oguz district of the Issyk-Kul region, in the village of Kyzyl-Suu, the launch of a project took place that will provide clean drinking water to about 18,000 citizens, corresponding to more than 4,000 households, as reported by the press service of the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry. The opening ceremony of the subproject "Kyzyl-Suu" was held on November 24 as part of the program "Improvement of Water Management Services Resilient to
At a briefing in Kyrgyzstan, Albert Zulkharnayev, head of the Rossotrudnichestvo representative office, discussed safety issues for students from Kyrgyzstan planning to study in Russia. Zulkharnayev noted that sometimes information about problems in the country is greatly exaggerated, which can deter young people from choosing to study at Russian universities.
At the 30th Conference of the Parties to the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change, taking place in Belém, Brazil, participants agreed on a series of measures aimed at increasing funding for climate initiatives and accelerating the achievement of the goals of the Paris Agreement. However, despite this, specific commitments to phase out fossil fuels were not established. This was reported by the UN News Service. Key Achievements of the Delegates Increased Funding: Countries agreed to
The municipal enterprise "Tokmok Vodokanal" informs the residents of the city about the upcoming auction, where decommissioned special and automotive equipment that is not in working condition will be put up for sale, reports Turmush correspondent. The following lots will be offered at the auction:
In connection with the upcoming meeting of the Collective Security Council of the Collective Security Treaty Organization (CSTO) in Bishkek, the police have switched to an enhanced operational mode. According to information provided by the Ministry of Internal Affairs, law enforcement officers are engaged in maintaining public order, preventing offenses, ensuring road safety, and responding promptly to potential emergencies.
Nurdana Oruntaev, the Minister of Construction, Architecture, and Housing and Communal Services of the Kyrgyz Republic, held a meeting with representatives of over 100 construction companies. The event was also attended by the chairman of the Builders' Union Cholponbek Akmatov, deputy ministers, department directors, and inspectors from the State Architectural and Construction Control Department. During the meeting, the minister detailed the changes made to the resolution of the Cabinet
On December 6th, the State National Russian Drama Theater named after Chinghiz Aitmatov will officially open its 91st season, resuming operations on the main stage after the completion of renovations.
According to information from the Ministry of Internal Affairs press service, from November 25 to 27, 2025, there will be temporary restrictions on vehicle movement in Bishkek and the Chui region. This is related to the upcoming session of the CSTO Security Council.
From November 25 to 27, the working conditions of some facilities and traffic movement in Bishkek will be temporarily changed due to state-level events, including a meeting of the Council of Heads of State of the CSTO. The restrictions will affect central streets and routes along which official delegations will move. It is recommended to plan your trips in advance.
In the Chui region, the village of Koshoy now has a new asphalted area around its school. The work was funded from the capital investment budget and was carried out by DEP No. 34 of the state enterprise "Kyrgyzavtozhol-North."
The Ministry of Labor, Social Security, and Migration informs that as of November 1 of the current year, there are 8,136 open vacancies in the country. According to the agency's data, the highest interest is observed in skilled trades. The official unemployment rate in the republic currently stands at 1.4%.
According to information from the press service of the mayor's office, all schools in Bishkek will switch to an online format from November 25 to December 1. This decision is related to the official events of the Collective Security Treaty Organization (CSTO) summit, as well as preparations for the upcoming elections, including necessary sanitary measures. The educational process will continue in remote mode, following the approved plans and schedules, which will help avoid falling behind
According to information provided by thoracic oncologist Ulan Balpaev from the National Center for Oncology and Hematology on "Birinchi Radio," respiratory diseases account for about 30% of the total number of illnesses in the country over the past ten years. This percentage includes ailments such as pneumonia, bronchitis, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, tuberculosis, and lung cancer.
In the Naryn region, a tender has been announced for the development of project and estimate documentation for the construction of a cultural center in the village of Chon-Dobo, located in the Jumgal district. This initiative is from the Naryn regional office of capital construction under the Department of Housing and Civil Construction. According to information posted on the government procurement portal, the new cultural center will accommodate up to 250 people.
Experts express concern about drug prices and shortages of medications in pharmacies “The reduction of even a small number of pharmacies will not yield positive results,” commented economist Ruslan Omurzakov in an interview with Vesti.kg. He shared his opinion on the proposal by Kyrgyzstan's Minister of Health Erkin Chechebaev to reduce the number of pharmacies in the country and limit the population's access to medications.
From January to October 2025, the State Agency for Public Service and Local Self-Government is conducting regular computer testing for the selection of candidates for state and municipal service. According to the agency, a total of 11,739 people registered to participate in the testing, of which 9,086 actually took the test. 4,717 participants successfully passed the established threshold for the basic and professional laws, which is 52% of the total.
In the Osh National Historical and Archaeological Museum Complex "Sulaiman-Too," samples of footwear used by the Kyrgyz in the 18th-19th centuries are on display. This information was provided by the acting director of the museum, Khayrullo Ibaidillaev. According to him, the exhibits include shoes made of wood and leather, for both adults and children. "Our museum fund contains more than 33,000 exhibits. Of these, 6,694 are archaeological, 3,702 are ethnographic, 19,852 are
Erkin Checheybaev emphasized in an interview with the publication "Kabar" that a group of surgeons arrived in Kyrgyzstan in the spring to perform surgeries on the hearts of children with congenital defects. He noted that working with such patients is very complicated, as they may have only one or two valves instead of four, like healthy individuals. Without surgery, these children could die within a year or two. According to the minister, the same group of doctors had visited the
Recent training sessions for the staff of "Manas" airport were organized with the aim of teaching them skills for working with passengers with disabilities. The classes focused on issues of safe accompaniment, proper communication, and creating accessible infrastructure at the airport. This was reported by the organization "Union of People with Disabilities 'Equality'".
The national team of Kyrgyzstan participated in the sixth Islamic Solidarity Games, which took place from November 4 to 21 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. A total of 99 Kyrgyz athletes competed in 18 different disciplines, including wrestling, judo, swimming, fencing, esports, and para-athletics.
In Osh, a new batch of interactive panels was handed over, provided on behalf of President Sadyr Japarov. Schools No. 41 named after K. Abdullayev and No. 1 named after Fedchenko became the recipients of 62 panels, with a total cost of 12 million 400 thousand soms. This information was announced by the press service of the city administration.
The launch of the route message between Osh and Gülchö took place on November 21, as reported by the mayor of Gülchö, Nursultan Tajibaev. Currently, there are three trips in the direction of Osh – Gülchö and three in the opposite direction. Plans are in place to increase the number of trips to six a day with an interval of 1.5 hours, once passengers adapt to the new route.
On November 22, a solemn event was held at the Chui Regional Theater of Musical Drama and Satire named after Sh. Termechikov, dedicated to the 75th anniversary of the People's Artist of Kyrgyzstan Asylkul Nabiyeva. As part of the celebration, a documentary film dedicated to Nabiyeva's life and work was presented, and the premiere of a new play by the theater titled "Kün avtoportraitin tartıp bütö elek" ("The Sun Has Not Yet Finished Drawing Its Self-Portrait") took
Measures to improve the environmental situation in Uzbekistan have been approved by President Shavkat Mirziyoyev. According to the new decree aimed at reforming the environmental protection sector, control over the sale of AI-80 gasoline at gas stations will be strengthened. This measure will come into effect on December 1, with the goal of providing the population with "high-quality and environmentally friendly" fuel, as reported by Uzbek media. In Tashkent, there are also plans to
From November 25 to 27, temporary restrictions will be in place in Bishkek due to the meeting of the Collective Security Treaty Organization (CSTO) Council of Heads of State and other state-level events. The city administration has announced that traffic on central streets and along routes where official delegations will be moving will be limited. Residents are asked to plan their trips in advance. On the specified dates, the "Osh Bazaar" shopping center and the "Sary-Ozon"
According to information from the Call Center Kaktus.media, residents of the apartment building at Chuy Ave, 113 are expressing dissatisfaction with the condition of their yard, which looks like a construction site after recent work. As the residents reported, on October 22, the contractor who is building a new building nearby was working on the heating networks, but after completing the work, they did not restore order in the yard.
In an interview with "Kabar," the minister noted that there are private clinics in Kyrgyzstan that promise to rid patients of hypertension and diabetes using leeches for just 40,000 soms in 5 days. According to him, in practice, these establishments only take money without offering anything in return. "This is fraud! We must tighten the penalties for such practices, as this concerns national security. Currently, the fine is 100,000 soms, but simply closing such clinics is not
In honor of its 80th anniversary, the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) organized a kind initiative called FAO Family Day. FAO staff in Kyrgyzstan invited their relatives and children to an engaging gathering in one of the most picturesque places in the country — the Ala-Archa State Natural Park. The main goal of the event was to conduct an ecological action, during which forty eco-feeders for birds were installed. These wooden structures, designed in a unified
From November 25 to 27, there will be temporary restrictions on vehicle movement in Bishkek and the Chui region. This information was provided by the Ministry of Internal Affairs. These measures are being taken in connection with the upcoming session of the CSTO Security Council.
In an interview for "Kabar," Erkin Checheybaev explained that the bill requiring students to undergo mandatory internships in state hospitals was adopted due to a shortage of personnel. According to him, many specialists prefer to work in private clinics or in large cities. This problem exists not only in Kyrgyzstan but also in many other countries, such as France, where the term "medical desert" has even emerged. The minister noted that working in state institutions
According to information from the press service of the Ministry of Internal Affairs, temporary restrictions will be in place due to the upcoming session of the CSTO Security Council. The restrictions will affect the following areas: the highway leading from Manas International Airport to the border of Bishkek; Fuchik Street from the city border to Chuy Avenue; Chuy Avenue from Fuchik Street to Manas Avenue; Manas and Ch. Aitmatov Avenues south to the state residence "Ala-Archa";
Erkin Checheybaev, the Minister of Health, recently noted in an interview with the Kabar agency the necessity of increasing excise taxes on harmful products, including alcohol, carbonated drinks, and tobacco. According to him, the funds raised should be directed to the state budget to finance preventive measures, informational campaigns, and social ads dedicated to the harms of sugar, salt, and other dangerous substances. The Minister emphasized the importance of limiting the availability of
In the Toguz-Torou district, an event titled "The Path to Noble Humanity - Unguzhol" was held, dedicated to the implementation of the president's decree "National Spirit - Global Heights," as reported by a Turmush correspondent. Local residents, as well as representatives from the public and authorities, including leaders of district institutions and enterprises, participated in this event.
The press service of the Bishkek mayor's office reported on the procurement of new uniforms for the city's social workers. In Bishkek, there are 84 social workers employed in the Departments of Social Development, which corresponds to the established staffing level. Of these, 30 specialists deal with issues related to families and children in difficult life situations, while 54 employees provide services to 562 elderly people and persons with disabilities who live independently and
Zhanjalbek Chomokov, who is the head of the municipal enterprise "Taza-Ayil," began his career in this position in February 2025. He works in the rural district of Sary-Ozon, located in the Sokuluk region. In an interview with a Turmush correspondent, Chomokov shared an interesting story about his name. His grandfather named him Zhalzhalbek, but during the registration of his birth certificate, an error occurred, and his name was recorded as Zhanjalbek. He was born on August 23, 1980,
Citizens of Kyrgyzstan wishing to enroll in Russian higher education institutions can submit applications under a special government quota that allows them to choose up to six universities at the same time. This was announced by Albert Zulkharniev, head of the Rossotrudnichestvo representative office in Kyrgyzstan, during a briefing. According to him, unlike previous years when applicants were required to provide copies of documents and take exams at several institutions, the process has now
In connection with the upcoming meetings of the Collective Security Treaty Organization (CSTO) in Bishkek, educational institutions, including schools and universities, will temporarily switch to distance learning. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Internal Affairs. Currently, the city hall and the Ministry of Science, Higher Education, and Innovation have not provided specific information about the duration for which the new format of the educational process will be in
As a result of an investigation conducted by the State Committee for National Security of the Kyrgyz Republic, Sh.K.S., who holds the position of Deputy Head of the Osh Branch of the State Agency for Land Resources, Cadastre, Geodesy, and Cartography, was detained. This occurred within the framework of a case related to the illegal transfer and conversion of a land plot of 55.36 hectares in favor of private individuals. The investigation established that the detainee, having conspired with
According to information from the press service of the Main Internal Affairs Directorate, from November 25 to December 3, police officers will be on heightened alert. This is related to the organization of the CSTO summit.
The press service of the Ministry of Health of the Kyrgyz Republic has issued a clarification regarding the recent comments made by its head, Erkin Checheybaev, about the reduction of pharmacies. In the statement, the ministry emphasizes that the minister's words were misinterpreted.
At 08:44, an earthquake with a magnitude of 4 occurred near the border of Kyrgyzstan and China. According to information provided by the Institute of Seismology of the National Academy of Sciences of Kyrgyzstan, the epicenter was located in China, in the area of the Kakshaal-Tuu ridge. It was situated 35 kilometers southeast of the village of Bedel, 75 kilometers southeast of the Kumtor mine, and 122 kilometers southeast of Karakol. In the settlements of Kyrgyzstan, the level of felt tremors
In Karakol, located in the Issyk-Kul region, there is a unique stone house built in the late 19th to early 20th century, as reported by the city's mayor's office Turmush. For the past few years, this building has housed the office of the Red Crescent of Kyrgyzstan.
In the Issyk-Kul region, in the Ak-Suu district, a raid was conducted aimed at preventing livestock theft. The event was organized by the employees of the local Department of Criminal Investigations.