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
Today, October 30, the Central Election Commission is conducting another test of remote voting. Previously, similar tests were held on October 10 and 20 in various regions of the country and in some cities of Russia.
Photo from the internet. Yerzhan Babakumarov, former deputy akim of Almaty On the night of October 30, Yerzhan Babakumarov, who previously held the position of deputy akim of Almaty, was killed in the capital of Kazakhstan. This was reported by the Kazinform agency, citing its sources link. According to preliminary data, the cause of death was severe injuries sustained as a result of beating. The police have detained a suspect and placed him in a temporary detention facility.
Photo by NASA. Comet 3I/ATLAS World astronomers are closely monitoring a unique celestial body that has arrived from interstellar space. Comet 3I/ATLAS, designated C/2025 N1, is moving along a hyperbolic orbit, which means it is independent of the Solar System. According to data obtained using the Hubble telescope on July 21, the comet's nucleus has a diameter of about 5.6 kilometers. Additionally, infrared studies conducted with the James Webb telescope revealed unexpected activity of
In the Naryn region, at the Soң-Köl cinema, a beauty contest for women called "Soң-Köl-Ханышасы" was held in memory of Ainaš Saparaalieva, "Madanıttyn mykty kyzmatkeri." The Turmush correspondent reports on the events of the contest. Eleven women participated in the contest, showcasing their skills in four tasks: greeting, presenting a video about their day, demonstrating talent (singing, dancing, handicrafts), and an intellectual round with answers to the jury's
In the new residential area "Ken-Sai" in the city of Osh, the launch of the eponymous electrical substation took place, with a capacity of 110/10 kilowatts. The construction of the facility was completed ahead of schedule, and 18.5 million soms were allocated for its construction, reports the press service of the Osh city administration. The opening ceremony was attended by local residents, as well as the Minister of Energy Talaybek Ibraev and the Mayor of Osh Jenishbek Toktorbaev.
On October 29, a meeting took place in Bishkek between the Chairman of the State Committee for National Security, Kamchybek Tashiev, and the fighters of the special unit "Alpha," dedicated to the 33rd anniversary of its formation. During the conversation, Tashiev urged the servicemen not to leave family difficulties on the shoulders of their wives. He emphasized the importance of fathers' involvement in raising children and in family life.
To ensure the electoral rights of Kyrgyz citizens living abroad, the Central Commission for Elections and Referendums made a decision to create six new polling stations at a meeting on October 29. This initiative aims to facilitate voting for compatriots residing outside the country. The new polling stations will be located in the following countries and cities: - **Russia**: four stations in the cities of Yekaterinburg, Chelyabinsk, Tyumen, and Perm. - **Bulgaria**: one station in Sofia. -
This year, Kyrgyzstan has seen a sharp increase in the seizure of synthetic drugs. Kanibek Usenov, head of the prevention department of the Drug Control Service of the Ministry of Internal Affairs, reported this at a press conference. According to him, synthetic drugs are becoming increasingly widespread, both in the country and globally. In 2025, five laboratories for the production of synthetic substances were discovered, most of which were located in the Chui region. Producers rented houses
In the capital of Kyrgyzstan, Bishkek, there will be no hot water on October 30 from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM. This statement was made by the city administration. The hot water shutdown will affect the following addresses:
On October 29, the opening of the Days of Russian Culture took place at the Kyrgyz National Philharmonic named after T. Satylganov. The ceremony was attended by the culture ministers of both countries: Mirbek Mambetaliev from Kyrgyzstan and Olga Lyubimova from Russia. In his address, Mambetaliev emphasized the importance of this cultural event, noting that the ties between Kyrgyzstan and Russia are based on "a soulful connection, common historical roots, and spiritual values."
The boy is not in any danger According to information from the press service of the Internal Affairs Directorate of the First Mai district, Alinur Ibragimzhanov was found alive and unharmed. According to law enforcement agencies, surveillance cameras from the "Safe City" system were actively used in the search for the boy, as well as the entire personnel of the district internal affairs department.
Ayuu-Sai is a village located in the Osh region of Kyrgyzstan. On its outskirts, one can hear the loud noise of construction machinery. Workers are reinforcing the slope where a terrible disaster occurred in 2017, claiming the lives of 24 people. On that fateful day in spring, in just a few seconds, four houses were buried under a layer of mud, and 11 bodies were never found. “It was early morning when people were asleep. The landslide happened instantly, there was no chance to escape,”
In Bishkek, a local resident recorded a series of videos capturing situations where people, waiting for public transport, stand under heavy rain at stops that lack shelters or find themselves in large puddles. These clips have sparked a strong reaction among internet users.
Kyrgyz public figure Eldar Aitmatov, who is the son of the famous writer Chyngyz Aitmatov, was awarded the special "Eurasia" prize, dedicated to the centenary of people's diplomacy. The award ceremony for the first international "Eurasia" prize, organized by the Autonomous Non-Profit Organization "Eurasia" in collaboration with Rossotrudnichestvo, took place on October 29 at the National Center "Russia" in Moscow. Eldar Aitmatov is actively involved
In the village of Birinchi Mai, which is part of the rural district of Sary-Özön in the Sokuluk district of Chui region, a new concrete canal measuring 330 meters in length has been put into operation. Information about this was received from representatives of the village administration.
The Main Department of Financial and Economic Support of the Ministry of Internal Affairs has announced a tender for the acquisition of equipment for an automated ballistic identification and search complex. According to information posted on the state procurement website, the total cost of this project is 14 million 601 thousand soms.
During his official visit to Japan, U.S. President Donald Trump decided to delight the servicemen by performing his signature dance aboard the USS George Washington aircraft carrier, located at the base in Yokosuka. This was reported by various American media sources. The servicemen present at the event enthusiastically welcomed his performance, filling the space with loud applause and laughter. A recording of this moment quickly spread across the internet.
Every year, millions of people fall victim to the consequences of climate change, as indicated by a new global report prepared by the Lancet Countdown project in collaboration with the World Health Organization (WHO). This document, released ahead of the UN Climate Conference (COP-30) in Brazil, highlights that 12 out of 20 key indicators tracking health threats related to global warming have reached record levels.
A photographer from Kara-Balta, Sergey Usov, has presented magnificent autumn photos from the Chui region. Sergey Usov has been engaged in artistic photography for almost 40 years, and his works are well-known to many residents of Kara-Balta.
At a meeting with law enforcement officials on October 29, Tashiev stated: "There are no more organized crime groups in Kyrgyzstan." According to him, this has led to a significant increase in investments and an improvement in the economic situation in the country over the past two years, especially in 2025, when businessmen began to operate without fear. Speaking about Kamchy Kolbaev, Tashiev noted: "The president reached out to him, urging him to cease criminal activities. He
A new street lighting system has been launched in Balikchy. The official opening took place at the "Ethnopark," and now the light covers the area up to the ring road. As part of the project, 60 modern multi-beam lamps have been installed and activated, providing even and economical lighting on the streets of the city.