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Officials in the Chui Region Warned Against Interference in Elections
The State National Security Committee reminded about the consequences of violations in the field of electoral legislation
30.10.2025, 13:51
The State National Security Committee reminded about the consequences of violations in the field of electoral legislation
The schoolboy was hospitalized with a concussion
The police are investigating the reasons for the appearance of misinformation
Photo by the press service of the mayor's office In Bishkek, the land use control department of the mayor's office has intensified its efforts to monitor the placement of advertising objects. The aim of this work is to bring the city in line with the design code. According to the press service of the municipality, as a result of the conducted activities, a total of 120 advertising structures were dismantled. Recently, a raid took place in the Lenin and Pervomaisky districts,
"The death penalty contradicts the international obligations of Kyrgyzstan"
The administration of Uzgen announced the holding of events in memory of the soldiers who died in the Batken events. In this context, a mourning rally was organized, dedicated to the soldiers who gave their lives in the fight against international terrorist groups in Batken and Chon-Alai from 1999 to 2000.
In the village of Kozhomkul, located in the Sokuluk district, a large-scale project for the construction of a social complex has begun. On an area of 4 hectares, it is planned to build a new educational institution for 750 students, a kindergarten for 120 children, as well as a recreation area.
On his YouTube channel, Alexander Belogurov published a video titled "7 years in prison threatens the ex-wife of champion Bivol. Why?" In it, he analyzes in detail the evolution of the conflict between boxer Dmitry Bivol and his ex-wife Ekaterina, whom he calls "one of the most controversial figures in the Russian media landscape."
At the meeting of the BGK commission on housing and communal services held on October 30, Deputy Erkin Bakhtiyarov proposed to exclude the provision for the shooting of cats, which had been added to the existing rules for the shooting of stray dogs. He emphasized that cats do not pose a danger to people, as they do not attack in groups. Bakhtiyarov also expressed concern about the introduction of restrictions on the number of animals in apartments, pointing out cases where up to ten cats can
Over the course of nine months, Kyrgyzstan has managed to provide itself with 6 out of 9 essential food products. This information was presented by the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry of the Kyrgyz Republic. According to the ministry's data, the socially significant products include:
In the Kyrgyz Republic, a working meeting took place, attended by the Ombudsman Jamilya Jamambaeva, the UN Resident Coordinator in the country Antje Grave, and Matilda Bogner, the regional representative of the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights in Central Asia. This was reported by the press service of the agency. One of the key topics of discussion was the amendments to the Constitution regarding the potential introduction of the death penalty, as well as the draft law concerning the
The importance of seeking help from professionals in cases of drug addiction is beyond doubt; otherwise, precious time can be lost. This was stated by Tinatin Sagymbaeva, head of the department of medical and psychological assistance for minors at the Republican Center for Psychiatry and Narcology (RCPN), during a briefing. Sagymbaeva noted that the use of synthetic drugs and pharmaceutical preparations is associated with two main problems for the body: mental health and the development of both
The city administration announced plans to open an old street behind the Osh regional unified clinical hospital, where new shops will be built. According to the information provided by the city administration, the new retail facilities will be designed in a unified architectural style, which will help avoid the chaotic layout characteristic of previous constructions. This will also ensure free movement of traffic. The retail spaces will be leased to those citizens whose shops were demolished
Photo 24.kg Bishkek, the capital of Kyrgyzstan, has several places where you can buy second-hand items and household goods. These markets are filled with the atmosphere of ancient times, Soviet heritage, and traces of modernity. The situation with flea markets in Bishkek fluctuates: sometimes the authorities actively combat them, while at other times they allocate spaces for their existence, realizing that they are indispensable.
2.46 hectares of land have been returned to state ownership by the court
In Bishkek, 4.2 million soms have been allocated this year for the burial of stateless individuals. This information was announced during a meeting of the permanent commission of the city council, which deals with issues related to housing and communal services, transport, and ecology. Deputy Alymbek Baktybekov reported that the responsibility for the burial of stateless bodies has been assigned to the Municipal Enterprise "Bishkek Agency of Funeral Services."
html In the village of Kozhomkul in the Sokuluk district, a ceremonial capsule laying took place, attended by the Deputy Chairman of the GKNB of the Kyrgyz Republic, Kurvanbek Avazov. According to the Ministry of Construction, the project includes the construction on a 4-hectare site in the new residential area VOSST-2, where a school for 750 students, a kindergarten for 120 children, and a recreation area will be built.
On October 29, the official opening of the Days of Culture of the Russian Federation took place in Bishkek, held at the Toktogul Satylganov National Philharmonic. The Minister of Culture, Information, Sports, and Youth Policy of Kyrgyzstan, Mirbek Mambetaliev, and the Minister of Culture of Russia, Olga Lyubimova, participated in the ceremony, as reported by the press service of the Ministry of Culture.
A recent working meeting of the Ombudsman of Kyrgyzstan, Jamilya Jamangbaeva, UN Resident Coordinator Antje Grawe, and Regional Representative of the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights in Central Asia Matilda Bogner drew attention to important issues. During the discussions, Jamilya Jamangbaeva reminded about the position of the Ombudsman institution regarding the possible return of the death penalty. This statement was prompted by an initiative from a group of deputies who appealed to the
The Bishkek City Hall, through the Department of Land Use Control, continues its efforts to remove structures that violate the design code of the capital. This was reported by the press service of the city hall. Recently, an inspection was conducted in the Lenin and Pervomaisky districts. In particular, the work took place at the intersection of Manas and Jibek Jolu avenues, as well as along the Young Guard and Chui avenues.
In this tournament, the Russians will face the youth teams of Iran, Kyrgyzstan, and Bahrain. All participants will be represented by players aged up to 23 years, within the Olympic U-23 format. This event is part of the preparation for the Asian Cup 2026 for youth teams, which will take place in January next year in Saudi Arabia.
The Ministry of Energy of Kyrgyzstan has officially announced the opening of the "Ken-Sai" substation, located in the Ken-Sai district of the city of Osh. The agency reports that construction was completed ahead of schedule.
The construction of a new educational complex was initiated and carried out under the leadership of the Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers and Chairman of the State Committee for National Security of the Kyrgyz Republic, Colonel General Kamchybek Tashiev. The capsule-laying ceremony took place on October 30, 2025, as reported by the press service of the agency. Honored Major General Kubanychbek Avazov, Deputy Chairman of the State Committee for National Security of the Kyrgyz
In the Chui region, in the village of VOSST-2, located in the rural district of Kozhomkul in the Sokuluk district, work has begun on the construction of a school, kindergarten, and park. This information was provided by the press service of the State Committee for National Security (GKNB). The cornerstone for the new facilities was laid on October 30. The construction is being carried out under the direction and direct supervision of the head of the GKNB, Kamchybek Tashiev.
Today, October 30, 2025, the opening of the exhibition titled "Return to the Roots" will take place at the Gapar Aitiev Museum of Fine Arts. This solo exhibition is dedicated to the work of the artist Boobek Arykov.
According to the Rule of Law Index for 2025, Kyrgyzstan scored 0.45 points and ranked 104th among 143 countries. This ranking was published by the international non-governmental organization World Justice Project. In the previous year, 2024, the republic was in 101st place in the same ranking.
At a briefing dedicated to issues of combating "pharmacy drug addiction," the head of the prevention department of the Ministry of Internal Affairs' Drug Control Service, Kanibek Usenov, reported that some pharmacies continue to sell potent medications without the necessary documentation. Since the beginning of this year, the moratorium on inspections in the field of entrepreneurship has been lifted. Previously, law enforcement agencies had no opportunity to inspect pharmacy
Yesterday, October 29, in the Issyk-Kul region, in the city of Karakol, a traffic accident occurred involving two cars, reports Turmush correspondent. According to preliminary data, the collision happened between two "Audi 80" cars at the intersection of Gebze and Aldasheva streets (formerly known as Karl Marx).
A recent video that became popular on social media shows people playing ulak tartys (goat dragging) right by the roadside in the Panfilov district. Local residents told a Turmush correspondent that the riders were causing disturbances for cars, leading to dangerous situations on the road.
Local residents of the Sokuluk district, located in the Chui region, expressed their dissatisfaction with the operation of the bitumen plant. They contacted the Call center Kaktus.media with complaints about the constant emission of smoke. According to the citizens, the smoke from the plant does not stop for a minute, and some children have started to experience allergic reactions.
In 2025, a record amount of synthetic drugs was seized in Kyrgyzstan — about 798 kilograms. This information was presented at a briefing by Kanybek Usenov, head of the prevention department of the Ministry of Internal Affairs' drug control service. Compared to the previous year, when only 34 kilograms were seized, the current figures indicate a significant increase.
Teenagers in Kyrgyzstan face difficulties when it comes to obtaining drug addiction help due to the existing stigma. This was stated by Tinatin Sagymbaeva, head of the department for medical and psychological assistance to minors at the Republican Center for Psychiatry and Narcology (RCPN), at a briefing. She noted that in the first three quarters of 2025, only 209 requests from minors were registered.
According to Google Trends data, residents of the United Kingdom are actively planning their vacations: in the last three months, the number of searches for the phrase "vacation 2026" has increased by 78%. This is reported by Selling Travel. In light of the growing interest in unusual travel, the British tour operator Wild Frontiers, known for its adventure tours, has published a list of 16 destinations that are expected to be in demand in 2026.
The Ministry of Education reports that local self-government bodies are financing the expenses of educational institutions, including kindergartens, schools, and creative centers, for utility services and the purchase of coal for the autumn-winter period. Since 2022, the funding for educational organizations in the Batken region has been provided from the republican budget, according to the agency's data.
In Bishkek and other regions of the country, preparations for the IV People's Kurultai are actively underway. This is reported by the organizing committee responsible for the selection of delegates and coordination of the event. A plan of activities has already been approved, including a schedule of meetings for the election of delegates.
The issue of the lack of educational institutions in Karakol remains relevant. The education of youth is the foundation of the future of any society, and creating adequate conditions for learning should be a priority. Although there has been an increase in the number of schools in recent years, the problem of their shortage still requires a solution. In some localities, the number of students in classes exceeds acceptable norms by two to three times, which is particularly noticeable in large
As a result of the proceedings initiated by the regional office of the Land and Water Supervision Service, the administrative court of the Osh region declared the transfer of agricultural land into private hands illegal. The press service of the Ministry of Water Resources and Agriculture reported this decision. During the court hearing, it was established that officials from the Datkin rural council of the Kara-Suu district, in violation of the law, unlawfully allocated land plots for
From October 25 to 29, the World Wrestling Championship for athletes under 23 years old took place in Novi Sad, Serbia, where the Kyrgyzstan youth team achieved significant success. A total of 10 sets of medals were contested in various weight categories.
“This will provide a temporary solution; interchanges of different levels are necessary” Construction of a new highway will begin in the southern part of Kyrgyzstan's capital, which will connect elite residential complexes with new high-rise buildings. City authorities have confirmed the inclusion of this road in the new master plan.
An international round table is being held on October 30 at the National Academy of Sciences of the Kyrgyz Republic, dedicated to the 190th anniversary of Chokan Valikhanov, an outstanding Kazakh scientist and traveler.
The family-type orphanage "Altyn Uya" in Osh, founded in 1998 by Tamara Toktomametova, has become a home for many children left without parents. The situation regarding its future is now uncertain, as the city council has filed a lawsuit to reclaim the land occupied by the orphanage. The Path of "Altyn Uya"Initially, after the closure of the "Zhibek" factory, an abandoned kindergarten remained in Osh. Seeing the need of children on the streets, Tamara Toktomametova
A criminal case has been initiated by the prosecutor's office
A group of archaeologists from the Scientific and Educational Center of Altaic Studies and Turkology "Big Altai" at Altai State University (Russia), together with Kyrgyz colleagues from the Kyrgyz National University named after Jusup Balasagyn, made an important discovery in the Chuy region. They found a unique stone depiction dating back to the early Turkic period, featuring a female face. Photo by the Scientific and Educational Center of Altaic Studies and Turkology "Big
As reported by the press service of the Central Election Commission (CEC), this test voting will be the third in a series preceding the main elections. Similar events were held on October 10 and 20 in both Kyrgyzstan and some cities in Russia. The message emphasizes that the introduction of remote voting is one of the main innovations in the upcoming parliamentary elections. Voters will be able to vote remotely through online identification, allowing them to participate in voting at any polling
The find was discovered in the Borombay area
In Kyrgyzstan, archaeologists from the Center for Altaic Studies and Turkology "Great Altai" of Altai State University made a unique discovery. During their research, they stumbled upon a previously unknown stone statue depicting a woman with a three-horned headdress, dating back to the early Turkic period. This information was announced at the information center of the Center. The find occurred as part of the work of the Chui Kyrgyz-Russian archaeological expedition organized by the
Recently, the streetlights in Balakchy could not withstand the strong winds and were damaged.
The Ombudsman of Kyrgyzstan, Jamila Dzhamanbaeva, expressed her position against the reinstatement of the death penalty. This statement was made during her meeting with Antje Grawe, the UN Resident Coordinator, as well as with Matilda Bogner, the Regional Representative of the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights in Central Asia, as reported by the press service of the ombudsman institution. According to Dzhamanbaeva, data from the Ministry of Internal Affairs indicates that the number of