As part of a joint project with the Central State Archive of Film, Photo, and Sound Documents (CSAFPSD KR), which is part of the Archive Service of the KR, AKIpress presents archival photographs titled "It Was Recently, It Was Long Ago." This publication is dedicated to the everyday life of Kyrgyz people.
On December 4, 2013, the trilogy "Manas," "Semetei," and "Seitek" was added to the UNESCO list of intangible cultural heritage of humanity. In 2015, the government of Kyrgyzstan declared December 4 as the Day of the Epic "Manas." Nazira Aaly kyzy, president of the National Academy "Manas," shared her thoughts with 24.kg about the significance of this work and the activities of the academy.
The Osh Regional Philharmonic named after R. Abdykadyrov has announced its program of events for December. On December 3 at 10:00, a charity concert will be held in honor of International Day of Persons with Disabilities;
Teacher Lyudmila Kozhevnikova, who works at Gymnasium No. 6 in Kara-Balta, became a victim of fraudsters who posed as law enforcement and National Bank employees. They deceitfully convinced her to participate in a "special operation" to apprehend black realtors. As a result, she sold her only home and transferred money to the criminals, hoping for assistance in the investigation. Eight months have passed, but according to Kozhevnikova, there have been no results in the investigation.
An international delegation of observers from the Inter-Parliamentary Assembly of the CIS was in Kyrgyzstan to monitor the extraordinary elections of deputies to the Jogorku Kenesh. As part of their visit, they toured the National Historical Museum of the country. According to the press service of the Ministry of Culture, the museum director, Zhyldyz Bakashova, conducted a tour and discussed with the foreign guests the possibilities of cooperation in the field of culture.
In Bishkek, in the Lenin district, a new social store specializing in the sale of meat has opened. This became known from a message from the city administration. Such measures are being taken to prevent unjustified price increases for meat and to ensure the availability of food products for the population. The opening of the store took place under the guidance of Bakyt Karaev, the first deputy head of the Lenin district administration. The store is located at the entrance to the Osh market.
On December 5, an exhibition dedicated to the work of Nasiridin uulu Abai, a member of the Union of Artists of Kyrgyzstan, will take place in Bishkek. This event is reported by the Kyrgyz National Museum of Fine Arts named after Gapar Aitiev. The exhibition includes works created over the past year; however, the ideas and concepts were developed by the author over three years. The exhibition has an intimate character and is dedicated to the artist's closest people — his family and beloved.
In Kara-Balta, near secondary school No. 1, a traffic light has been restored that had not been functioning for two weeks, reports Turmush correspondent. The repair work on the traffic light was carried out by employees of the lighting department of the municipal enterprise "Universal" in the city of Kara-Balta.
In the Naryn region, specifically in the Kochkor district, a social fair has started, offering meat products at affordable prices. This information was published by the Ministry of Agriculture. According to the agency, this fair is organized to curb price increases in the region, as well as to ensure the availability of food for socially vulnerable groups and to support local producers, which contributes to stability in the domestic market.
The city departments of the state architectural and construction control in Bishkek and Osh have begun conducting raids to check the sanitary condition of construction sites. This information was provided by the Ministry of Construction.
On the New Year's tree at the "School of Great Opportunities," hundreds of children's letters to Santa Claus are hanging. The eighth campaign "Tree of Wishes" unites children from orphanages in Kyrgyzstan. Anyone interested can come, choose a letter, and fulfill a child's dream. According to Igor Belyaev, director of the NGO "Right to Protect Orphans," "Our goal is to congratulate children on the New Year and ensure that none of them is left
Precipitation is not expected in the territory of Kyrgyzstan. In the capital, Bishkek, the temperature will drop to −3 degrees at night and rise to +14 during the day.
In Bishkek and Osh, employees of the city departments of the State Architectural and Construction Control Department under the Ministry of Construction are conducting raids to check the operation of wheel washing points for special equipment at construction sites. This was reported by the ministry's press service. Inspectors pay attention to: the presence and functionality of wheel washing points for special equipment; measures for wetting the area to prevent dust during demolition and
An inclusive marathon was held at the central stadium of the city of Batken, with the participation of 100 children. This event was organized in honor of December 3rd — International Day of Persons with Disabilities, and took place in a joyful atmosphere. The organizers of the marathon — the Batken City Center "Nur" for the development and support of children and the city department of physical culture and sports — invited children with disabilities from Batken and neighboring
Now, establishments with the necessary licenses will be able to sell alcohol from 11:00 AM to midnight without breaks, as reported by BBC News. Additionally, customers will be able to finish their drinks for another hour after midnight. These new rules will be in effect for 180 days.
On December 5, a personal exhibition of Nasiridin uulu Abai will take place in Bishkek. He is a member of the Union of Artists of Kyrgyzstan. This event was announced by the Kyrgyz National Museum of Fine Arts named after Gapar Aitiev. At the exhibition, works created over the past year will be presented; however, the concept and ideas of the exhibition have been formed by the artist over the past three years. The exhibition has a personal character and is dedicated to the closest people in
At the expert discussion of the general plan, the Deputy Head of the Main Department for Urban Development and Architecture of the Ministry of Construction, Aziret Akimov, answered journalists' questions regarding the electricity supply for new residential complexes in Bishkek. Currently, the capital is facing an electricity shortage. At the meeting held on November 17, Mayor Aibek Junushaliev reported that the electricity consumption limit is 10 million 45 kWh per day, while actual
Forecast for Bishkek Thursday, December 4 The temperature at night will be -1...-3 °C, cloudy weather.
As part of a survey organized by 24.kg, residents of the city of Osh shared their hopes for the new composition of parliament. Opinions among those surveyed were divided. Some citizens express hope for the diligent work of the new deputies, while others noted the lack of fresh faces in parliament and do not expect anything special from it.
At the "Dostuk" checkpoint, work is underway to install a 45-meter flagpole. As reported by representatives of the Osh city administration, the installation of the flagpole is just part of a large-scale project that includes the improvement of the adjacent area: laying paving stones, installing benches, and landscaping the surrounding zone.
On December 3, an incident involving a BMW car occurred on Tokombaev Street. According to eyewitnesses, the fire started around 5:00 PM. The preliminary cause of the fire was a spark from the ignition coil. The flames were extinguished with the help of fire extinguishers provided by passing motorists. The battery was disconnected, and fortunately, no one was injured.
In Manas, a festive atmosphere was created for the children at the Children's Psychoneurological Social Stationary Institution, as reported by Turmush. The event, timed to coincide with the International Day of Persons with Disabilities, celebrated on December 3, was attended by government representatives: the presidential envoy of the Kyrgyz Republic in the Jalal-Abad region, Tilek Tekebaev, and the mayor of Manas, Ernis Ormokov. They met with the children living in the institution.
A draft resolution regarding the procedure for using territory for the placement of individual mobility devices (IMD) in the capital has been submitted for public discussion at the Bishkek City Council. City hall representatives emphasize that in recent years, the rental and sharing of IMDs, such as electric scooters, unicycles, and hoverboards, have been rapidly developing. However, their placement often occurs in a disorderly manner, without coordination with the relevant authorities, leading
The "Winter Egg" by Fabergé, which belonged to Nicholas II, was sold at Christie’s auction for a staggering $25.7 million. This was reported by auctioneer Yu Ge Wang at the end of the bidding. Photo by Christie’s
In the Ton district, a celebration was held dedicated to the International Day of Persons with Disabilities, which took place under the slogan "We are together!" ("Биз биргебиз!"), as reported by Turmush correspondent. Present at the event was B. A. Osmonov, the head of the Ton District State Administration, who congratulated the participants and presented them with gifts.
The right to motherhood is one of the most important human rights; however, for women with disabilities, this right is often under threat due to existing stereotypes. There is a common belief in society that having a disability makes a woman incapable of pregnancy, childbirth, and raising children, which is erroneous. Reproductive rights should be viewed as part of basic human rights, not as a privilege. Modern medical research has shown that many women with disabilities successfully carry and
On December 3, a meeting of the Central Election Commission took place, during which violations identified in electoral district No. 13 were discussed, where 94 polling stations operated. There are 160,340 voters in the district. A total of 14 candidates for deputies registered for the early elections. On December 2, numerous complaints were received reporting various violations at several polling stations, including vote buying and violations of the secrecy of voting. These facts were
In Bishkek, due to emergency work on the 250-millimeter water pipeline, water supply will be temporarily suspended on Monday, December 4, from 10:00 AM to 12:00 AM. The water shutdown is planned for the following streets:
On December 4, a cold water shutdown is planned in the capital of Kyrgyzstan, Bishkek. From 10:00 AM to 12:00 AM, water supply will be suspended in residential buildings, educational institutions, medical centers, and other social facilities. The corresponding statement was made by the press service of the city mayor's office. The shutdown area covers the following streets:
In Kara-Kul, located in the Jalal-Abad region, sports competitions and an exhibition of works were held in honor of the International Day of Persons with Disabilities. According to information from the local administration, the festivities began on November 29 at the "Energetik" House of Culture, where a competition among people with disabilities took place, including singing and dancing. The following day, on December 2, competitions in six sports and a drawing contest for children
The State Agency for Management of State Property has initiated the sale of three major enterprises: a meat processing plant in Balakchy, the Kyzyl-Kiy Machine Engineering Plant, and a winery complex in the Chui region. The total starting price for all assets exceeds 3 billion soms. The full share of LLC "Balakchy Meat Processing Plant" is valued at 631.2 million soms. The plant is located on an area of 10.7 hectares and includes production and warehouse facilities, as well as its own
Construction equipment is actively working on the site located at the intersection of Moskovskaya and Panfilova streets. Here, the old building of the Muratala Kureneev Music College is being demolished, which has sparked numerous debates and discontent among the public. Attempts to stop the demolition through a petition have not been successful. 86 Years of History on the Brink of DisappearanceThe music college in Bishkek opened its doors in October 1939 by the decree of the Council of
From 10:00 to 24:00 on December 4, 2025, water supply will be temporarily suspended in Bishkek. This decision will affect residential buildings, educational institutions, kindergartens, medical facilities, and other socially significant establishments. The information about the shutdown was provided by the city hall. The shutdown zone covers the streets: Selektsionnaya, Muromskaya, Birimdik, and Zhayyl Batyr.
In the capital of Kyrgyzstan, Bishkek, a temporary shutdown of drinking water is expected on December 4, 2025. Water supply will be halted from 10:00 AM to 12:00 AM in residential buildings, educational institutions, medical facilities, and other social and industrial organizations. This information was provided by the city mayor's office. The affected areas will include the streets: Sadyrbaev, Tashauzskaya, Tsiolkovsky, Chukotskaya, and Bakayev.
Nurdin Oruntaev, the Minister of Construction, Architecture, and Housing and Communal Services, made a working trip to the Kochkor district of the Naryn region, where he familiarized himself with the reconstruction process of several facilities, including the central stadium in the village of Kochkor. This was reported by the press service of the ministry. During his inspection, the minister noted that there were not enough workers at the site and that there was a delay from the established
The state enterprise "Kyrgyz Temir Zholu" has provided information about new routes for passengers, who can now travel to cities such as Orenburg, Samara, Moscow, Astana, Yekaterinburg, and Kazan. Ticket prices vary: from 8,600 soms for the Bishkek – Orenburg route to 12,900 soms for Bishkek – Moscow.
As part of the discussion on the general plan for the city of Bishkek until 2050, which took place at the "Zhashtyk" arena, Mayor Aibek Junushaliev gathered experts and active citizens.
With the adoption of the updated version of the Land Code in Kyrgyzstan, significant changes have occurred in the system of land rights registration. Now, instead of the traditional red and green books, owners will receive a unified cadastral plan, as announced at a press conference by Jakshylyk Toktosunov, Deputy Director of the State Agency for Land Resources, Cadastre, Geodesy, and Cartography (Gosregister). According to him, the main goal of this innovation is to unify documents, which
The city hall of Osh has announced the beginning of the installation of a flagpole, which will be 45 meters tall, at the "Dostuk" border crossing. The initiator of this project is the mayor, Jenishbek Toktorbaev.
In Naryn, an event dedicated to the International Day of Persons with Disabilities was held, during which 100 citizens with disabilities received support. According to the information from the representative office of the Naryn region, the charitable foundation "As-Safa" provided this assistance by preparing food packages totaling 700,000 soms. The packages included essential food products necessary for daily use.
In the Naryn region, during his working trip, the Minister of Construction, Architecture, and Housing and Communal Services Nurdin Oruntaev visited numerous construction sites. One of them was the central stadium in the village of Kochkor, which is undergoing significant reconstruction.
On December 4th, from 10:00 AM to 12:00 AM, water supply will be temporarily suspended for residential buildings, educational institutions, kindergartens, medical facilities, and other social and production organizations. The streets where the shutdown will occur are:
According to the General Prosecutor's Office, the land plot on which the health and wellness complex "Teplye Klyuchi" is located has been returned to state ownership. During an inspection conducted by the prosecutor's office of the Alamudun district in the Chui region, it was found that the plot of land, covering an area of 3.12 hectares, was illegally transferred into private ownership of the LLC "KS" in 1998.
The General Prosecutor's Office reported the return of a mineral spring to the state in the Alamudun District. During an inspection conducted by the Prosecutor's Office of the Chui Region, it was established that a plot of land measuring 3.12 hectares, on which the health and wellness complex "Warm Springs" is located, was illegally transferred to the private ownership of LLC "KS" in 1998. Thanks to the actions of the prosecutorial authorities, this land plot,
According to the Department of Tourism, JARYK FEST will become the foundation for a new tradition of the annual ceremonial opening of the winter season in Kyrgyzstan. This event is planned to be bright, modern, and atmospheric, which will allow it to become the hallmark of the country's winter tourism. The main goal of the festival is to promote winter tourism in Karakol and position Kyrgyzstan as a year-round destination where culture, active recreation, and unique nature combine.
In high latency regarding the issue of violence in families where individuals with disabilities reside, stated Daniyar Saparbaev, head of the Family Violence Prevention Department of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic. This statement was made at a press café titled "The Right of Women and Girls with Disabilities to Live Free from Violence: Challenges and Opportunities," dedicated to the International Day of Persons with Disabilities and taking place as part of
The state enterprise "Avtovneshtrans," located in the Issyk-Kul region, has been returned to state control. According to information provided by the press service of the State National Security Committee, the property complex covering 7,245.74 square meters and a land plot of 50,414 square meters are now on the state balance.
In 2025, premiere performances of the play "Semetey" are scheduled as part of cultural cooperation between Kyrgyzstan and the Republic of Korea. This was announced in a statement from the press service of the Ministry of Culture, Information, Sports, and Youth Policy. According to the provided information, the project is being implemented with the support of the Asian Cultural Center (ACC) and the Ministry of Culture of the Kyrgyz Republic.