The situation with gas reserves in the Kadamjay district remains unchanged. Located 3–4 kilometers southwest of the village of Örükzar, among the hills of the Ak-Turpak aiyl aimak, there are dozens of underground gas wells. Gas continues to rise to the surface spontaneously from some of them.
Photo 24.kg With the beginning of December comes the time to prepare for the New Year, and one of the first steps is choosing a tree. We went to stores and tree markets to find out how much this important holiday attribute costs this year. The minimum price for artificial trees is about 4,000 soms, while live trees start at 5,000 soms. Over the year, prices have increased by approximately 20-30 percent, and sometimes the difference between live and artificial options becomes insignificant.
On December 25, at the IV People's Kurultai, President Sadyr Japarov announced the decision to increase the salaries of teachers and doctors by a full 100% starting from April 1, 2026. The president emphasized the importance of the professional activities of teachers, who shape the future of the country, and doctors, who care for the health of the nation. He also pointed out the existing manifestations of disrespect and aggression towards these professions in society.
At the People's Kurultai, Speaker of the Jogorku Kenesh Nurlanbek Turgunbek uulu raised the issue of the dangers that artificial intelligence poses to the educational system. Previously, Kyrgyz citizens were concerned about the increasing presence of artificial elements in their lives, including food products. Now, a new threat has emerged — artificial intelligence.
Speaking before the delegates, the president noted that in recent years there has been an increase in cases of violence against women and children, which raises deep concern. Sadyr Japarov pointed out that a society that allows violence against the weak cannot be considered civilized.
In the Issyk-Kul region, in the village of Issyk-Kul (Mayak), a unique natural phenomenon has occurred, which local residents associate with the cold winter weather. They reported that steam has formed over the lake, creating a fog effect. According to the residents, this phenomenon is observed every year in the middle of winter. “The depth of the lake here exceeds 700 meters, and therefore, the water temperature remains quite warm. With a sharp change in weather, steam begins to form above the
The festival, organized in partnership with the Ombudsman Institute of the Kyrgyz Republic, is a unique platform in Central Asia for promoting human rights and fundamental freedoms through art. This year was particularly significant as the festival coincided with the 80th anniversary of the United Nations and the 50th anniversary of the adoption of the Helsinki Final Act of 1975, which laid the foundation for international security and respect for human rights. The opening ceremony featured a
Jamila Jamambaeva, the Ombudsman of the Kyrgyz Republic, calls for increased security measures for women and girls from state structures. Representatives of the Ombudsman's office report that Jamambaeva emphasizes the importance of implementing systemic and effective measures to prevent violence against women.
Today, the Kyrgyzstan national futsal team showcased an excellent performance, winning against Moldova with a score of 4:2 in an international friendly tournament, as confirmed by the Futsal Association of the Kyrgyz Republic.
The mayor of Naryn, Zhaynak Nemat uulu, signed an agreement with the official dealer of the factory in Kyrgyzstan for the purchase of ten units of specialized and municipal equipment. The purchase will be made using 30.5 million soms saved from the 230 million soms allocated from the presidential stabilization fund for the acquisition of buses and the improvement of the material and technical base of municipal services. The savings were achieved through the adjustment of costs and coordination
Malik Shavaev, who has become a new member of the Kyrgyzstan national team in freestyle wrestling, was born on June 21, 1996, and represents the Spartak sports club from Nalchik. At the recent national championship, he won a gold medal in the weight category up to 86 kg, achieving four consecutive victories starting from the round of 16. In the final match, he defeated Muhammad Abdullaev, who is the leader of the Kyrgyzstan national team in this weight category, reports "Sport
In the rural district of Dostuk, located in the Alamedin region of the Chui province, two-sided reflective road signs featuring silhouettes of a boy and a girl have been installed near the V.I. Lenin school and vocational institution No. 37. This information was provided to the Turmush correspondent by the village administration of Dostuk.
At the IV People's Kurultai, taking place in Bishkek, the delegate from Batken, Abdrakhmanov, proposed awarding President Sadyr Japarov the highest honor of Kyrgyzstan. “We are all witnesses to the work being done by the head of state. What achievements have been made in our country over the past hundred years? If we truly value this, we should consider the issue of awarding him,” he noted.
At the IV People's Kurultai, President Sadyr Japarov emphasized the importance of demographic changes, viewing them as one of the key factors contributing to the sustainable and long-term development of Kyrgyzstan.
During his speech at the IV People's Kurultai, the President of Kyrgyzstan, Sadyr Japarov, emphasized that the level of road traffic accidents in the country has reached a critical point, requiring serious attention. He noted that as a result of accidents, the country is losing people just as it does in war. According to the head of state, one of the reasons for this situation is corruption in driving schools that existed in the past. "I am forced to say an unpleasant truth: road
In connection with the murder of 47-year-old U.Zh., who was the mother of three children, the Ombudsman of Kyrgyzstan, Jamila Jamambaeva, called on law enforcement agencies to respond quickly to all reports of domestic violence and take necessary measures. “A mother of three lost her life on her birthday at the hands of her ex-husband. This tragic situation once again highlights that women and girls in our country are still not adequately protected. This makes it difficult for them to escape
In the first six months of 2025, more than 26,000 permits were issued in Kyrgyzstan through the "Single Window" system, as reported by the State Customs Service. According to the agency's information, as part of the customs administration reform, the State Enterprise "Single Window Center" was transferred under the management of the State Customs Service in 2025. This decision facilitated a closer integration of the system with customs processes and simplified
Islam and Madina, both 23 years old, have been building their family since their youth. While raising their children, Sumaya and Yasuma, they faced financial difficulties, which forced Islam to go to Russia for work. He worked as a painter, hoping to save money for housing. Madina, after enrolling the children in kindergarten, works as a seamstress. However, they recently learned about the need for an expensive operation for Sumaya. Sumaya has been diagnosed with complex scoliosis, which makes
The appeal was prompted by the tragic death of a 47-year-old woman, a mother of three children. Dzhamanbaeva emphasized the importance of the law enforcement agencies' prompt response to every report of domestic violence.
Sadyr Japarov, the President of Kyrgyzstan, announced at the People's Kurultai that the main celebrations for Independence Day will take place in the Talas region in 2026. The head of state emphasized that the authorities aim to strengthen unity among the regions, and for this reason, the celebrations will move across the cities of the country. This year, on August 31, the event featuring the president will be held in Talas.
At the forum meeting, it was announced that on the first day of the People's Kurultai, around 150 delegates are scheduled to speak. This event will take place on December 25 and will last until 7:00 PM with a lunch break. The sessions will continue the next day, December 26.
Recently, society has become seriously concerned about the rise in cases of violence against women, including tragic incidents involving murders. Activists and concerned citizens point out that these cases are often the result of years of hidden domestic violence. Women frequently do not seek help from relatives or law enforcement, which exacerbates the situation. A tragedy occurred recently in Bishkek: a 47-year-old woman was killed by her ex-husband. The Internal Affairs Department of the
The head of the State Committee for National Security (GKNB), Kamchybek Tashiev, made a strong statement in response to the tragic murder of a woman who left behind three children. This incident has caused significant public outrage in the country. Photo from the internet. Kamchybek Tashiev: There will be no mercy for the murder of a woman — punishment is inevitable According to Tashiev, there are no justifications for such actions, whether it be "family disagreements," emotions, or
Today, the Kyrgyz comedy "Agent Kelin" is hitting the big screens, created under the direction of filmmaker Saparbek Sainazarov. The main character, a special agent named Diya, goes to a village disguised as a bride. Her mission is to eliminate a laboratory involved in the production of synthetic drugs. However, her secret mission soon becomes known to her mother-in-law and sister-in-law, leading to a series of comical and unexpected family situations.
In the Chui region, at the border veterinary control point "Ak-Tilek," a shipment of 22 tons of fish feed imported from Turkey was returned. The reason for the refusal was a violation of established norms, as reported by the Ministry of Agriculture of Kyrgyzstan. An inspection conducted by border veterinary control inspectors revealed non-compliance with veterinary and sanitary requirements adopted within the framework of the Eurasian Economic Union.
Today, December 25, in honor of the IV People's Kurultai, with the participation of the President of Kyrgyzstan Sadyr Japarov, the opening and commissioning of 67 social facilities will take place in an online format across the country. This information was provided by the Ministry of Construction and Housing and Communal Services of the Kyrgyz Republic. According to the ministry, the new facilities are aimed at improving citizens' access to social services, strengthening the
The city hall reported that in some areas of Bishkek, there will be no cold water today. Specifically, the supply of drinking water will be suspended on December 25, 2025, from 10:00 AM to 12:00 AM. This will affect residential buildings, educational institutions, kindergartens, medical facilities, and other social and industrial facilities. The list of areas where the water supply will be interrupted:
At the border veterinary control point "Ak-Tilek," located in the Chui region, 22 tons of fish feed imported from Turkey were returned. This decision was made due to violations of established standards, as reported by the Ministry of Water Resources and Agriculture of Kyrgyzstan. During the inspection control conducted by specialists from the border veterinary control, discrepancies with veterinary and sanitary requirements established by the Eurasian Economic Union were identified.
A New Year celebration took place in Talas, organized at the initiative of the representative in the region. 400 children were invited to the event. Among them were students who achieved success in their studies, as well as kids from large and low-income families, children deprived of parental care, and children with special needs.
At the moment, citizens engaged in the import of gold jewelry are forced to turn to the only laboratory located in the area of the Kyrgyz State Academy of Physical Culture and Sports to check their products and obtain seals. Shykmamatov explained that the verification process includes drawing up a report at the airport, transporting the products in bags, and waiting in line for sample analysis. In accordance with international standards, new laboratories will be opened at the airports of the
Photo from the archive of Abdygul Chotbaev. Colonel General Abdygul Chotbaev Abdygul Chotbaev is an outstanding Colonel General, a holder of numerous orders, including the "Red Star" and "Manas" of the III degree. He is also an honorary citizen of Bishkek and the Batken region. Throughout his life, he has experienced two military conflicts and dedicated decades to serving his country. On the eve of the 46th anniversary of the beginning of the Afghan war, General Chotbaev
As the winter holidays approach, when the amount of alcohol consumed traditionally increases, the World Health Organization (WHO) emphasizes that alcohol is one of the main factors contributing to injuries and violence. According to 2019 data, nearly 145,000 deaths from injuries in the WHO European Region were related to alcohol consumption. The most common causes of these tragedies were self-harm, road traffic accidents, and falls. According to experts, no other psychoactive substance causes
In the city of Osh, cases of illegal alienation of land belonging to several schools have been discovered, where residential buildings and commercial structures have been erected. This was reported by the city administration. According to information from the mayor's office, in 2001-2002, 2,163 square meters of land from a 1-hectare 33-sotka plot of School No. 8 named after Maxim Gorky were allocated to private ownership based on municipal decisions. As a result, the educational
Every year, the number of production studios engaged in film and video content creation in Kyrgyzstan is growing. This is due to a simplified tax system, where the tax rate is only 4%. This was reported by Almaz Tulekeyev, head of "Kyrgyzfilm," in an interview for Kaktus.media. According to him, both local and international studios are showing interest in filming in the country. This year, Russian films such as "The Return of Mendys" and "We Are from the Future 3"
Photo from the internet In anticipation of the New Year celebrations, the Republican Center for Health Promotion and Mass Communication reminds us: there is no safe dose of alcohol. Experts emphasize that every shot of alcohol is a serious stress for the body, causing its destruction. The effects of alcohol affect all organs and systems.
Valery Fadeev, who heads the Council under the President of Russia for the Development of Civil Society and Human Rights, has proposed granting schools the right to independently decide on the enrollment of migrant children. He noted that it is important to trust teachers and school principals. “The school should decide for itself whether to accept a child or not, as it will be responsible for educating them. This, in my opinion, is a key point,” Fadeev expressed his position.
As of December 25 of the current year, the roads and mountain passes in Kyrgyzstan are open for traffic, and vehicle movement is taking place without any restrictions. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Transport and Communications. Photo by the Ministry of Transport According to the agency's information, road maintenance services are regularly engaged in clearing the roadway and treating the roads with inert materials.
In the Naryn region, in the village of Ak-Chiy, Chynar Tokolova has been appointed as the director of the local secondary school. Previously, this school, named after Murzabek Balbakov, was headed by Azamat Doelotbekov, who left the position to take another job. Chynar Tokolova was chosen to replace him, having previously worked at the school as a teacher.
In the Jayil district, the season of winter outdoor entertainment has begun. Despite temperature fluctuations, the snow cover in the foothills and mountains of the Jayil district remains stable. As soon as the snow layer reaches 10-15 centimeters, the residents of Kara-Balta flock to the foothills on weekends to enjoy sledding down the slopes.
On December 25, at the IV People's Kurultai, President Sadyr Japarov made an important statement regarding the problem of environmental pollution and citizens' attitudes towards nature. According to the president, despite frequent clean-up events held in various regions, the level of pollution remains high. The reason for this is not the lack of clean-ups, but rather the deficiency of culture and responsibility among people.
In the Pervomaisky district of Bishkek, the finals of the competitions "Үлгүлүү аксакал", "Үлгүлүү байбиче", "Нарктуу келин", "Мыкты ата", "Үлгүлүү үй-бүлө", "Үлгүлүү көчө", "Үлгүлүү конуш", "Үлгүлүү ишкана", and "Үлгүлүү жамаат" were held, as reported by the city administration. Candidates were nominated by municipal territorial administrations of the district, and their materials, including video
In recent days, Kyrgyzstan has experienced issues with air travel due to heavy fog. Flights were canceled, and passengers were refunded for their tickets. It was particularly difficult at Manas International Airport, where fog hindered not only takeoffs but also landings. As a result, some flights were redirected to other airports, such as Issyk-Kul, Almaty, Tashkent, and Osh. According to the press service of the Airports of Kyrgyzstan JSC, such weather conditions were previously more common
In the Naryn region, in the Ak-Tal district, the process of identifying horses is actively underway. As reported by the leading specialist of the district veterinary service, Mirbek Toktobaev, the identification of 5,558 horses is planned for 2025, however, as of today, electronic chips have already been installed on 15,381 horses.
On December 24, the main New Year tree was lit in Kara-Balta. According to reports, the event took place in the square of the Lenin Cultural House, where many residents gathered to enjoy the concert and fireworks.
As part of a seminar for Russian-speaking media dedicated to "Mobile Journalism: Editorial Processes, New Language, Platforms, and Formats," a correspondent from VB.KG met with journalists from TASS to discuss their work in foreign bureaus, the specifics of daily editorial practice and language training, as well as the nuances of covering international events in a changing world.
The General Prosecutor's Office of Kyrgyzstan (GKNB KR) has received a collective appeal from participants in the shared construction of a multi-story residential building in the third microdistrict of Bishkek. The investors, representing the company OsOO "Alliance Kurulush Plus," demand that measures be taken against the owner of "MBE Group," M.B.E., and his associates, who are obstructing the completion of construction and unlawfully appropriated commercial property
In the rural municipality of Jany-Jer in the Sokuluk district of the Chui region, hemp was cultivated during the Soviet Union. This was reported to the Turmush correspondent by the local rural municipality.
Today, December 25, the IV People's Kurultai will kick off at the T. Satylganov Kyrgyz National Philharmonic. At the opening of the event, President Sadyr Japarov will address the participants with a speech. Also, the Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers Adylbek Kasymaliev will present a report on the government's activities over the past year. During the second day, December 26, the results of the kurultai will be summarized and key tasks for 2026 will be defined.