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Daiyrbek Orunbekov: Waste Recycling Plants Will Be Built in Large Cities

In major cities of the country, the construction of waste processing plants is planned. This was reported by Daiyrbek Orunbekov, who holds the position of head of the information policy service of the presidential administration, on his Facebook page. According to him, the landfill in Bishkek, which has existed for nearly half a century since the Soviet era, is overflowing, often catches fire, and causes serious environmental problems.

27.11.2025, 21:26
Rare document on the founding of Apple Corporation to be auctioned
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Rare document on the founding of Apple Corporation to be auctioned

The auction will feature a document that served as the foundation for the creation of Apple Computer (now known as Apple Inc.). Experts estimate that its value could reach between 2 to 4 million dollars, making it the most expensive lot related to the history of Apple, according to information from 9to5Mac. Archive photo

27.11.2025, 21:18
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The Deputy Head of the Ministry of Construction responded to those complaining about traffic jams in Bishkek

In an interview with the "Kabar" agency, Talantbek noted that Bishkek, as the capital, needs vertical development. He emphasized that during discussions on renovation issues, residents and deputies expressed concerns about increased traffic jams, as the construction of high-rise buildings could lead to an increase in the number of residents in new developments from 100 to 500 people. "We should follow the example of Beijing, where on wide ten to twelve-lane roads, people spend up

27.11.2025, 20:58
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Tashiev on the electricity shortage: Solar power plants will be built in 1,000 villages

At a meeting with local residents in Kemine, Tashiev announced plans to build solar power plants in 1,000 villages. He noted that the shortage of electricity in the country arose due to the opening of new large enterprises, which increases electricity consumption. According to Tashiev, when his team came to power, the deficit was 2 billion kW, and now it has reached 4 billion kW. At the same time, the volume of generated energy increased from 15 to 19 billion kW, but expenses have also risen.

27.11.2025, 20:57
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A 14-Year-Old Teenager Has Gone Missing in Tokmok

In Tokmok, a 14-year-old teenager named Kasiet Beishaliev has gone missing. According to information provided by the Main Internal Affairs Department of the Chui region, he left his home on November 25 at 2:00 PM and headed to school, but has not returned yet. Search operations are currently underway, and a report of his disappearance has been registered. It is noted that the teenager has developmental features.

27.11.2025, 20:30
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Kamchybek Tashiev: A Toll Bypass Road Will Be Built in the Chui Region

Kamchybek Tashiev, speaking before the residents of Kemin, announced the start of construction of a paid bypass road in the Chui region. This decision was made in response to the constant traffic jams that occur when entering the city. According to the Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers, the project will cost $65 million and will significantly simplify movement, allowing for timely entry into Kemin and exit to Kok-Zhar. "The cost of travel will be 200-300 soms, which will

27.11.2025, 20:01
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In Kyrgyzstan, the Leadership of Midwives is Strengthened

Recently, a round table was held in Bishkek, where the results of the collaboration between the Kyrgyz Alliance of Midwives and the project "Improving Maternal and Child Health in Central Asia," implemented by the German Society for International Cooperation (GIZ) in partnership with the Ministry of Health, were discussed. This was reported by the ministry's press service. The goal of the project is to improve the quality of medical services for pregnant women, mothers, and

27.11.2025, 19:44
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The Russian language has become mandatory for study in schools of North Korea

According to information presented by the Minister of Natural Resources Alexander Kozlov at a meeting of the intergovernmental commission of Russia and North Korea, the Russian language will be introduced into the educational program of North Korean schools starting from the fourth grade. This was reported by TASS. Kozlov noted that the Russian language holds one of the leading positions among foreign languages in North Korea, and currently about 600 students are studying it.

27.11.2025, 19:43
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The head of the GKNB was complained about illegal actions in the Ton district. The information will be verified.

Kamchybek Tashiev, head of the State Committee for National Security (GKNB), has ordered an inspection of the Ton district. After the opening of the new GKNB building in this area, residents began reporting various illegal activities, including the privatization of the district consumer society building in 1995, arrests related to anti-corruption measures, as well as the dismissal of a school principal due to alcohol consumption by teachers at the workplace.

27.11.2025, 19:38
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The Story of One Family: Svetlana Chernykh Was Predicted to Divorce After Marrying at Issyk-Kul — She Has Been in a Kazakh Family for 22 Years

The spouses Svetlana Chernykh and Erbol Kalmataev have been living in the village of Frunze, located in the Tyup district of the Issyk-Kul region, for over two decades. Their family, representing a unique symbiosis of two cultures, is raising four children. In an interview with Turmush, Svetlana shared a touching story about how a Kazakh guy captured her heart, which ultimately became the beginning of their great love.

27.11.2025, 19:19
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Audit: In the Bishkek City Hall and its subordinate enterprises, there were unjustified travel expenses in 2023

The Audit Chamber presented the results of the budget execution check of the Bishkek City Hall and related institutions for 2023. According to the report, unreasonable expenses for business trips were identified in the City Hall, Bishkek City Council (BGC), and municipal organizations this year: 1. In accordance with the BGC decision dated August 15, 2023, No. 85, seven deputies and staff of the BGC traveled to Karakol to participate in a mini-football tournament. A total of 60.5 thousand soms

27.11.2025, 19:11
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"Overall, the water supply system in Kyrgyzstan requires more than 121 billion soms, - expert"

In Kyrgyzstan, funding of 121 billion 234 million soms is required for the water supply sector. This was reported by Azamat Junusov, director of the Central Asia Prospects Foundation, during his speech at the Water Supply and Sanitation Forum. He presented the project of the Water Supply and Sewerage Development Program for the period from 2026 to 2036. According to Junusov, this program was created as part of a World Bank initiative aimed at "Improving Water Management Services

27.11.2025, 19:10
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In Kyrgyzstan, the quality of preschool education will be assessed

In Kyrgyzstan, the Ministry of Education has announced a tender to engage an independent organization for monitoring the quality of preschool education. The purpose of this tender is to identify an organization capable of conducting a comprehensive assessment of preschool education in accordance with the state standard "Preschool Education and Child Care," according to information from the ministry.

27.11.2025, 18:44
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"Since the beginning of the year, 12 employees of the State Committee for National Security have been dismissed for violating the laws, - Tashiev"

Since the beginning of this year, the State Committee for National Security (GKNB) has dismissed 12 of its employees, as reported by the head of the agency, Kamchybek Tashiev, during the opening of a new office in the Ton district on November 27. He noted that "out of these dismissals, eight individuals were fired for serious violations of the law." This indicates that there are employees within the GKNB who do not adhere to established norms and do not respect the law. "Our task

27.11.2025, 18:31
Fighting Corruption: 300 Billion Som Returned to the State in 5 Years
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Fighting Corruption: 300 Billion Som Returned to the State in 5 Years

During the activities aimed at combating corruption and organized crime, it has been possible to return 300 billion soms to the state treasury over the past five years. This was stated by Kamchybek Tashiev, Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers and Head of the State Committee for National Security of the Kyrgyz Republic, during the opening of a new building for the Ton District Department of the special services. According to him, the current budget of the country is 700 billion soms,

27.11.2025, 18:01
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Ministry of Internal Affairs of Russia: Migrants in Moscow must check the "Amina" app every day

According to RTVI, labor migrants arriving in Moscow and the surrounding region must check in daily using the mobile application "Amina." This is necessary for monitoring their location and verifying geolocation functionality. If geolocation data is absent for more than three working days, it may lead to the migrant being removed from the registry and added to the list of controlled individuals. Igor Dudnik, acting head of the migration department of the Main Directorate of the

27.11.2025, 17:55
Ecologists showcased animals captured by camera traps in the Naryn Nature Reserve
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Ecologists showcased animals captured by camera traps in the Naryn Nature Reserve

A recent photoshoot conducted in the Naryn State Nature Reserve in collaboration with the organization Osi Panthera has captured various species of animals. This information was announced by the press service of the Ministry of Natural Resources, Ecology, and Technical Supervision. The use of camera traps allows for the collection of valuable data on animal behavior and the diversity of the ecosystem within the reserve.

27.11.2025, 17:54
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Tashiev opened the new building of the Ton District Department of the State Committee for National Security (GKNB)

In the Ton district, the opening of a new building for the State National Security Committee (GKNB) in the Issyk-Kul region took place. The ceremony, held on November 27, gathered high-ranking guests, including the Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers and the head of the GKNB Kamchybek Tashiev, as well as the Plenipotentiary Representative of the President in the Issyk-Kul region Bakytbek Zhetigenov. Representatives of the local administration, veterans of the GKNB, and staff of the

27.11.2025, 17:13
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In Kyrgyzstan, the ban on children's travel abroad for religious education is being discussed

In Kyrgyzstan, a draft law has been presented that proposes a ban on traveling abroad for citizens under the age of 18 for the purpose of obtaining religious education. This draft law amends four key documents: the Code on Children, as well as the laws "On External Migration," "On Education," and "On Freedom of Conscience and Religious Organizations." The draft law also stipulates that parents or other individuals who send minors abroad for religious training will

27.11.2025, 17:09
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33 Cases of Hong Kong Flu Registered in Bishkek

According to the press service of the State Sanitary and Epidemiological Surveillance Center, 33 confirmed cases of Hong Kong flu H3N2 have been registered in Bishkek. Laboratory tests showed that out of 368 tests conducted, 33 returned positive results for this strain of the virus.

27.11.2025, 17:02
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Check debts and travel bans now available online

The online portal for checking the status of debts and travel restrictions has been launched by the Bailiff Service under the General Prosecutor's Office. In order to improve the information available to citizens, as well as to enhance transparency and convenience, a new online resource has been created. It provides the opportunity to check for debts and learn about possible travel restrictions, as well as obtain contact information for the bailiff, as reported in the agency's release.

27.11.2025, 16:56
In Bishkek, 16 trees fell due to strong winds, no injuries reported
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In Bishkek, 16 trees fell due to strong winds, no injuries reported

On November 25, strong gusts of wind in the capital led to the fall of 16 trees in various areas. City services confirmed that no one was injured as a result of the incident. Employees of the municipal enterprise "Bishkekzelenstroy" responded quickly to calls and continued their work even at night, including at two o'clock in the morning, to ensure safety for residents and free access on the roads.

27.11.2025, 16:49
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The National Library of Kyrgyzstan and the Scientific and Technical Library of Russia Signed a Cooperation Agreement

The National Library named after Alikula Osmonov and the State Public Scientific and Technical Library of Russia signed an agreement on joint activities during the international conference LIBCOM-2025. The press service of the Ministry of Culture reported that the document was signed by the director of the National Library of Kyrgyzstan, Eldar Attokurov, and the acting general director of the Scientific and Technical Library of Russia, Natalia Mikhalchenkova.

27.11.2025, 16:41
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Video surveillance has been installed at all social facilities of the Dostuk rural district in the Alamudun region.

In the rural district of Dostuk, located in the Alamedin region of the Chui province, the installation of surveillance systems at all social facilities has been completed, as reported by the local administration to the Turmush correspondent. These measures will significantly enhance the level of security in institutions and create more comfortable conditions for the residents of the district.

27.11.2025, 16:38
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Kamchybek Tashiev reported on the work done in the Chui region

During the meeting, Tashiev reported that 850 apartments worth 30 million dollars, which previously belonged to Kamchy Asanbek (Kolbaev), have been returned to state ownership. These apartments are now available to citizens through mortgage programs. In addition, enterprises such as a marble production plant in Tokmok, valued at 3 billion soms, as well as a woolen fabric combine, a winery, a poultry farm, "Kyrgyzkhimia," a metallurgical plant, a radio factory, and a canning factory

27.11.2025, 16:35
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During the implementation period of the Drinking Water Supply Systems and Settlements Development Program of the Kyrgyz Republic until 2026, $594 million in investments have been attracted from donors.

In the course of implementing the Program for the Development of Drinking Water Supply and Wastewater Systems in Kyrgyzstan, aimed at 2026 (initiated in 2020), it has been possible to attract approximately $594 million in investments from development partners. This information was announced by Azamat Junusov, director of the Central Asia Projects Foundation, during the presentation of the program project at the Water Supply and Sanitation Forum, which covers the period from 2026 to 2036.

27.11.2025, 16:31
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Grants for "Aqylman" Graduates: The State Will Cover Tuition at Top Universities

In Kyrgyzstan, a draft resolution has been presented that defines the conditions for providing state grants to graduates of the presidential lyceum "Akyiman." These grants are intended for study both in the country and abroad. It is planned that the grant amount will be up to 50 thousand dollars per year for those students who enroll in universities that are in the top 100 of global rankings. The distribution of quotas will occur in key areas, including engineering, economics,

27.11.2025, 16:28
The head of the GKNB will send a commission to the Ton district to investigate residents' complaints.
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The head of the GKNB will send a commission to the Ton district to investigate residents' complaints.

Photo GKNB. Kamchybek Tashiev promised to send a commission to the Ton district to investigate complaints In the Issyk-Kul region, in the Ton district, a new GKNB building was inaugurated. This information was published by the press service of the state committee. During the event, Kamchybek Tashiev, the head of the GKNB, met with local residents. They voiced several issues, including: an incorrect court decision, alcohol consumption by teachers in school premises, and the case of a

27.11.2025, 16:27
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A new portal has been launched where you can check for travel bans out of the country.

A new online portal has been launched in Kyrgyzstan that allows users to check for debts and travel restrictions. This was reported by the enforcement service of the General Prosecutor's Office of the Kyrgyz Republic. Portal users can: find out about existing debts; check if a travel ban has been imposed; obtain contact details of the enforcement officer, including full name and phone number; contact the officer to lift restrictions or discuss alternative solutions. To access the service,

27.11.2025, 16:26
On Ala-Too Square, a giant flag was lowered several times
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On Ala-Too Square, a giant flag was lowered several times

Photo from social media In recent days, the national flag was raised and lowered several times at the central square of Bishkek, Ala-Too. A video posted on social media showed how, according to viewers, the flag "is waving on the road." This video quickly gained numerous views within just a few hours. The flag had to be lowered due to strong winds.

27.11.2025, 16:19
The State National Security Committee and the Ministry of Natural Resources destroyed a large batch of expired products
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The State National Security Committee and the Ministry of Natural Resources destroyed a large batch of expired products

The State National Security Committee (GKNB) together with the Ministry of Nature has begun the process of environmentally safe disposal of a significant volume of expired food products. These goods were seized as a result of a special operation aimed at combating counterfeit products, as reported by the press service of the agency. Each batch of seized products is under the control of both organizations. The destruction is carried out in accordance with all environmental standards to minimize

27.11.2025, 16:17
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The head of the GKNB expressed concerns of Kyrgyz citizens that Chinese citizens will flood the country.

In his statement, Tashiev noted that there are both justified and erroneous concerns in society regarding the increasing number of Chinese citizens in Kyrgyzstan. He confirmed that there is indeed an increase in the number of arrivals from China. This is related to the activation of several projects that open new opportunities for investment and development. For example, one of these projects is the China-Kyrgyzstan railway. It is expected that upon successful completion of this project, the

27.11.2025, 16:17
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"Dedovshchina" and "the system" among teenagers. The Ministry of Education assessed the scale of school violence.

Discussions about school violence in Kyrgyzstan have become a common occurrence, yet the real scale of this problem remains underestimated. Each new tragedy or serious incident among students generates a temporary public outcry, after which the issue of violence is quickly forgotten. However, such incidents are not random; they point to a deep systemic problem that has been accumulating over many years. The Hidden "System" in Educational InstitutionsParents of students at Karakol

27.11.2025, 16:16
New Reality: Kyrgyzstan Maneuvers Between Giants and Strengthens Its Position
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New Reality: Kyrgyzstan Maneuvers Between Giants and Strengthens Its Position

Photo from the Internet A significant shift in political dynamics is occurring in Central Asia, which has not been observed for an entire decade. The analytical center PONARS Eurasia highlights in its research that the region is transitioning from formal integration to more practical forms of cooperation, with major changes initiated by the states themselves rather than external players. The document notes that previously, Central Asia was viewed as a zone with a low level of integration,

27.11.2025, 16:02
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<b>“The History of the Manaschi”:</b> The Story of the Manaschi Akun Tash Uulu

On February 18, a presentation of the book "Manaschylar" took place at the National Theater "Manas," covering the biographies and life stories of 150 manaschy who have created works over the past 500 years. This project was implemented by manaschy and the theater's director, Nurbek Talantbekov. In the book, manaschy are presented in chronological order, and their stories are complemented by poems created by Rysbay Isakov. He is also known for entering the Guinness Book

27.11.2025, 16:00
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Migrants will no longer be given money for the birth of a child in Yugra

In the Khanty-Mansi Autonomous Okrug (KMAO), the cancellation of cash payments for migrants, which are provided for the birth of a child, is expected. Currently, the program "Growing in Yugra" offers 20,000 rubles to all families living in this region. The Department of Social Development of the region has initiated the corresponding bill, as reported by the publication "Arguments of the Week," citing its sources. According to the newly proposed changes, migrants may lose

27.11.2025, 15:38
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Kyrgyz ballet artists will visit Spain as part of a large tour across Europe

From December 8 to 23, the artists of the National Academic Theater of Opera and Ballet named after A. Maldybaev will embark on a tour in Spain. This will be the theater's first experience performing in Europe, as reported by the press service of the Ministry of Culture. Residents of Zaragoza, Calpe, Riba-Roja de Ebro, Xàtiva, Alicante, La Nucia, and Gandia will be able to enjoy classical works such as "Swan Lake" and "The Nutcracker" (composer P. Tchaikovsky), as well

27.11.2025, 15:37
Free education can be obtained at railway universities in Russia
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Free education can be obtained at railway universities in Russia

The railways, stretching over 100,000 kilometers, connect all corners of Russia, making them the most important means of transportation in the country. Given the economic growth of Kyrgyzstan, the development of the transport sector is becoming increasingly relevant, and in this context, trained specialists are needed. This is why Russian railway universities represent a significant career path for the youth of Kyrgyzstan.

27.11.2025, 15:22
An online portal has been launched to check debt status and travel restrictions.
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An online portal has been launched to check debt status and travel restrictions.

The Enforcement Service under the General Prosecutor's Office of Kyrgyzstan has launched a new online portal designed to enhance transparency and ease of access to information for citizens. This resource allows users to check for debts and travel restrictions, as well as obtain contact details for the responsible enforcement officer. The creation of the platform aims to prevent situations where citizens face unexpected restrictions right before departure, which can lead to trip

27.11.2025, 15:02