The Ministry of Agriculture and the Russian Agricultural Bank Discussed Expanding Cooperation and Supporting Agricultural Projects

In the Kyrgyz Republic, at the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry (MWSAPI), a working meeting was held with participants representing the Russian-Kyrgyz Development Fund (RKDF). Key department heads of MWSAPI, as well as board members and experts from the fund, participated in this meeting.

Flights resumed on the Urumqi — Osh — Urumqi route

China Southern Airlines has resumed flights on the Urumqi — Osh — Urumqi route. This information was announced by the press service of the JSC "Airports of Kyrgyzstan." Now citizens of Kyrgyzstan can plan their trips more easily thanks to regular flights that will be operated every Saturday.

A Literary Evening in Support of Civil Identity Took Place in Bishkek

On November 18, a literary evening dedicated to the work of Topchugul Shaidullaeva, the people's writer of Kyrgyzstan, took place in Bishkek. This was reported by the press service of the city administration. The event was held at the Central Library named after Tologon Kasymbekov and was part of the implementation of the Concept for the Development of Civil Identity "Kyrgyz Citizen" for 2021–2026, approved by the president.

The Imam of the Ak-Tal Village was gifted a car

In the Ak-Tal district of the Naryn region, in the village of Terek, a car was presented to the imam of the local mosque, as reported by a Turmush correspondent. On November 16, a traditional event took place in the village, featuring competitions in Kyrgyz national games. These games are aimed at strengthening unity among residents, promoting a healthy lifestyle among the youth, and preserving cultural traditions. The tournament in kok-boru, which is held among various generations, has already

Electricity Consumption Decreased in Bishkek. The Mayor Explained the Reason

In Bishkek, electricity consumption has significantly decreased to 9 million 735 thousand kWh thanks to the implementation of the "Silence Law," as reported by the city's mayor, Aibek Junushaliev. The mayor noted that the established limit for the capital is 10 million 45 thousand kWh. However, until November 13, consumption exceeded this norm and amounted to 11 million 133 thousand kWh.

Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan to Strengthen Disaster Response Measures with ADB Support

The Asian Development Bank has allocated funding of $56.4 million, which will be directed towards improving the disaster response capacity of Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan. These funds will help strengthen financial resilience and ensure timely payments in the event of disasters.

Former Harvard President Steps Away from Public Life Following Release of Epstein's Letters

Larry Summers, who previously served as president of Harvard University, has decided to temporarily step back from public life. This decision came in the wake of the publication of his correspondence with convicted financier Jeffrey Epstein. The information was reported by BBC, citing official sources. In a statement made on Monday evening, Summers expressed "deep regret" regarding his past contacts with Epstein and announced his intention to focus on restoring his image. He noted

Sultan Raev became a laureate of the international award "Heritage of the Future"

The award ceremony for the first winners of the international award "Kelajak Merosi" ("Heritage of the Future") took place in Tashkent. The laureates received not only statuettes and diplomas but also cash prizes of 10 thousand dollars.

In Bishkek, a new transport bridge on Shukurova/Mederova has been completed and opened.

Today, November 18, a new bridge over the YUBCHK was opened in Bishkek, connecting Shukurava and Mederova streets. Construction work lasted three months, according to information from the city hall's press service. Work began in July 2025, and the project was developed in 2024 based on the urban planning assignment received from the State Enterprise "Bishkekglavarkhitektura," and underwent the necessary state examination.

Egeria of the Talas Region Received Special Uniforms

In the Talas Regional Department of the Ministry of Natural Resources, Ecology, and Technical Supervision, a ceremony was held to present special service uniforms for gamekeepers and wildlife specialists, as reported by a Turmush correspondent. The head of the department, Ruslan Akulov, personally handed over the new uniforms to the employees.

Ban on livestock exports and social factors reduced meat prices by 70 soms

The Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry of the Kyrgyz Republic is taking a number of measures to stabilize prices on key food products, as reported by the press service of the agency. In order to prevent a rise in meat prices, the government has decided to impose a temporary ban on the export of live cattle. This is expected to lead to an increase in supply in the domestic market and, consequently, a reduction in price pressure.

Demolition of the Kurentkeev Music School Covered the Center of Bishkek with a Cloud of Dust

The demolition process of the Kyrgyz National Music College named after Muratala Kureneev has caused a cloud of dust to rise in the center of Bishkek, attracting the attention of local residents who shared videos on social media. Eyewitnesses note that the dust cloud enveloped the entire area during the dismantling. According to citizens, breathing has become difficult — the dust quickly spread to nearby yards and streets.

The medicine search app will be updated. What will change for users

Nuradin Kanataev, head of the information and technical support department of the Department of Medicines and Medical Supplies of the Ministry of Health of the Kyrgyz Republic, shared new features of the mobile application "Dary-Darmek," which will be updated, during a live broadcast on "Birinchi Radio." This application is designed for convenient searching and verification of medical drugs and is built on the drug traceability system.

A mural depicting Tölömüş Okeeva has been installed on the facade of the Kyrgyzfilm studio

On the facade of the administrative building of the National Film Studio "Kyrgyzfilm," named after Tölömüş Okeeva, a new mural has been installed, depicting the portrait of the legendary director who made a significant contribution to the development of Kyrgyz cinema on the international stage. According to the press service of the Ministry of Culture, the mural also features iconic frames from films recognized as the "Kyrgyz miracle."

In Kyrgyzstan, nearly 12,000 children are born prematurely each year

Every year on November 17, the whole world celebrates World Prematurity Day, established by the European Foundation for the Care of Newborn Infants (EFCNI). This event aims to draw attention to the issues of premature births, the care of premature infants, and the support of their families.

ADB allocates $56.4 million to Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan for disaster relief

The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has approved the allocation of $56.4 million to support Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan in enhancing their capacity to respond to natural disasters. This was reported by the organization's press service. Under this program, funding will be provided through a grant of $53.1 million from the Asian Development Fund (ADF), as well as co-financing of $3.3 million from the Asia-Pacific Climate Fund. The ADF offers grants to the most vulnerable and poorest countries in

In Kyrgyzstan, digital court proceedings will be implemented starting in 2026

Starting from the beginning of 2026, digital court proceedings will be implemented in Kyrgyzstan, which will radically change the operation of the judicial system and the interaction of citizens with the courts. The corresponding law has been signed by the president, as reported by the press service of the Ministry of Justice. The law, which was adopted on November 14, introduces significant changes to three key codes: the Civil Procedure Code, the Criminal Procedure Code, and the

Residents of Bishkek are invited to weekend food fairs

Since the beginning of November, weekend fairs organized by the Ministry of Agriculture and Water Resources have been taking place in Bishkek. The press service of the agency reports the start of events in the center of the capital. Farmers wishing to participate in the fairs are encouraged to contact the following phone numbers: 0312 66 14 22 and 0702 70 20 00.

Torobaev: The Well-being of Rural Residents is the Key to the Country's Development

On November 15, an important step towards supporting agriculture took place in the Chuy region, Sokuluk district — a ceremony for the transfer of new equipment to the state breeding plant. The event was attended by Bakyt Torobaev, Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers and Minister of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry of Kyrgyzstan.

During the elections of delegates to the People's Kurultai in the Chui region, a heated exchange occurred

In the Chuy region, during the elections for delegates to the IV People's Kurultai, an incident occurred, as reported by a Turmush correspondent. The author of the video recording, which captured the events, claims that the elections were held with violations and without the proper documentation of protocols.

Aibek Junushaliev on raids at cafes after 10 PM: We did not allow extremes

Speaking at a meeting with akims and heads of city services, Junushaliev emphasized that the restrictions imposed on establishments prohibiting their operation after 10:00 PM have yielded tangible results: for the first time in a long period, the capital has adhered to the electricity consumption limit. “During the raid on November 13, we avoided extreme measures such as power and water supply disconnections,” the mayor noted. “We clarified the situation, and now it is important to continue

Sommelier from Kyrgyzstan Became the Silver Medalist of a Prestigious International Competition

Recently, the international sommelier competition LGCF The Best Sommelier of Great Steppe 2025 took place in Baku, gathering the best representatives from five countries: Kyrgyzstan, Azerbaijan, Mongolia, Kazakhstan, and Uzbekistan. Kyrgyzstan was represented by the winner of the national stage The Great Steppe Kyrgyzstan 2025, Elena Shtepa. Elena Shtepa was awarded a silver medal at this prestigious event.

In the KR, there are over 8,000 vacancies: The Ministry of Labor named the most in-demand professions

As of the end of October 2025, there are more than 8,000 open vacancies in Kyrgyzstan. This was reported to "Kabar" by Sadatkyl Mukambetova, an employee of the Ministry of Labor, Social Security, and Migration. According to her, among those who turn to the ministry in search of work, the most popular professions are hairdresser, cook, welder, seamstress, accountant, translator, and driver. These specialties remain the most in demand in the labor market.

The State Committee for National Security warned about criminal liability for price gouging on meat.

Representatives of the State Committee for National Security of the Kyrgyz Republic (GKNB KR), together with the Bishkek city administration, the antimonopoly service, and law enforcement agencies, conducted on-site inspections at major points of sale for meat products. As reported by the GKNB press service, these measures are aimed at ensuring food security and monitoring compliance with state price regulation for meat. Since August 11, 2025, state price regulation for meat has come into

A modern tunnel car wash complex has opened in Osh

A new tunnel car wash complex has opened in the city of Osh, which is already operational. This information was provided by the city hall. The opening ceremony was attended by Mayor Jenishbek Toktorbaev, Chairman of the City Council Bolot Bayetov, as well as builders and residents of the city.

The situation involving citizens of the PRC is an isolated incident that does not affect interstate relations.

In Bishkek, the "Doctor Life" Museum and the friend of "Vecherka" - Ernst Akramov were opened

Ernst Akramov is an outstanding figure in the field of surgery in Kyrgyzstan. Many specialists from the Chui Regional Hospital, who were his students and followers, have achieved significant success thanks to his guidance. At the opening of the museum, not only colleagues of the professor attended, but also his friends, former patients, representatives of the Ministry of Health, as well as prominent figures from the fields of culture and science.

In Bishkek, the road near GUM is being asphalted

In Bishkek, on Chuy Avenue, work has begun on paving the road near GUM. It is expected that the completion of the work and the opening of traffic on the updated road will take place on December 5-6 of this year.

Flight Delay in Vietnam. Comments from the Airline and Tour Operator

Photo from the internet Today at 9:00 AM local time, a flight from Phu Quoc Airport to Bishkek took off, carrying 180 passengers who had been waiting to return home for three days. The press service of "Aero Nomad Airlines" reported this incident. While waiting for the flight, the airline, in collaboration with KOMPAS Touroperator, provided tourists with comfortable living conditions, including transfers and meals at hotels. Representatives of the airline and the tour operator were

Project "Zheneke": Nazima Mayrambekova from Naryn shared how she overslept until 11 AM on her wedding day

The regional news publication Turmush continues the column "Jenekе." In it, we share stories from the lives of young brides and daughters-in-law "with experience." The goal of the project is to remind about the importance of family values, to reveal the beauty and talents of married women.

The number of migrants entering Russia has decreased by 1 million

In the first nine months of 2025, there has been a significant decrease in the number of foreigners arriving in Russia, by 1 million. According to the Border Service of the FSB, the largest number of migrants now consists of citizens from Kazakhstan, as well as Uzbekistan, Tajikistan, and Kyrgyzstan. Experts believe that this trend is due to the tightening of migration legislation, as reported by Moscow FM. Lawyers point to the introduction of an open registry of controlled persons, which

Kyrgyzstanis complain about internet issues

Today, November 18, complaints have started coming in from subscribers about disruptions in internet connectivity. Users are reporting issues with the "Salyk service," as well as slow performance of the "Tunduk" app and some banking services.

In the Moscow District, a 10-kilometer stretch of road was asphalted, which was discussed at the people's kurultai.

In the Chuy region, in the territory of the Moscow district, the work on laying new asphalt on a 10-kilometer section of the road connecting the village of Belovodskoye and the rural district of Tölök has been successfully completed. According to information provided by the district state administration, this section of the road ensures road communication between the village of Belovodskoye, which is part of the Narzanskiy rural district and serves as the center of the district, and the rural

Mayor of Bishkek: Establishments away from residential buildings can operate after 10 PM

Photo from the internet Aibek Junushaliev, the mayor of the capital, addressed the district akims and heads of city services with clarifications following the raid that took place on November 13. He noted that the main goal of the event was to implement the decision regarding noise compliance and electricity conservation, rather than to restrict business operations. The mayor emphasized that Bishkek has a daily electricity consumption limit of 10 million 45 kilowatt-hours. As of November 13,

"Balhash". Kazakhstan has decided on the name of its first nuclear power plant

In Kazakhstan, the competition for the best name for the first nuclear power plant has concluded, allowing all willing residents of the country to participate. According to the Agency for Atomic Energy of the Republic of Kazakhstan, the winning name is "Balkhash Nuclear Power Plant," which received the highest number of votes. According to the agency, 27,157 citizens aged 16 and older participated in the competition. Each participant had the opportunity to propose one name, resulting

At the Kar-Balta Bus Station, payment for public transport parking is being introduced: Where will the funds be directed?

At a meeting of the city council of Kara-Balta, a decision was made to introduce new tariffs for parking services for vehicles at the local bus station, reports Turmush correspondent. According to the new regulation, the parking fee will be 90 soms per trip for intercity routes, including the popular route "Kara-Balta—Bishkek," on which drivers make 1-2 trips a day. For local routes, the fee will be 40 soms per trip.

Foreign workers without documents and counterfeit markings: an entrepreneur detained in Bishkek

In Bishkek, the State Committee for National Security (GKNB) stopped the illegal production of food products that posed a threat to public health. According to GKNB, during the investigation of the criminal case, violations of legislation were identified on the part of the head of the farm "KAViKEV," citizen K.A.V.

A municipal shelter for the homeless has opened in the city of Osh

In Osh, a municipal shelter named "Night Shelter for the Homeless" has opened. This information was provided by the director of the institution, Isa Nurmamatov.

Fire safety and sanitary condition inspection conducted at the Orto-Sai market

A fire safety and sanitation inspection took place at the Orto-Sai market. This became known on November 17 from representatives of the Akimat of the Oktobersky district. Employees from various organizations participated in this raid: the Oktobersky district administration, the Emergency Situations Department of Bishkek, the Municipal Inspection of the mayor's office, the Land Use Control Department, as well as the city Center for State Sanitary and Epidemiological Surveillance and the

A new mobile tariff for government employees is being introduced in Kyrgyzstan

In Kyrgyzstan, the State Agency for Public Service and Local Self-Government, together with the institution "Kyzmat," which is subordinate to the Presidential Administration, announced a new tariff plan called "State." According to the agency's information, agreements on cooperation have been signed with the telecommunications operators "Nur Telecom," "Alpha Telecom," and "Sky Mobile."

Cottage settlements propose to be equated with populated areas

The State Agency for Land Resources has presented an initiative to equate garden communities with populated areas. This proposal has become the basis for a new order regarding the use of garden plots, which, according to the updated Land Code, already have the status of land in populated areas. Currently, the draft document is in the stage of public discussion. According to the proposal, garden zones will be included within the boundaries of populated areas.

Nazir Aliyev: Our Pain is Passed Down from Generation to Generation

At the Kyrgyz-Turkish University "Manas," a commemorative event was held dedicated to the 81st anniversary of the deportation of the Meskhetian Turks from their historical territories in modern Georgia. This tragic act was carried out on Stalin's orders on November 14, 1944.

A Municipal Night Shelter for the Homeless Opened in Osh

The press service of the Osh city administration announced the launch of a new municipal night shelter intended for people without permanent housing. The shelter began operations on November 1, and currently has 15 places available. After the completion of renovation work, the facility will be able to accommodate between 30 and 50 people at the same time.

The live-action film "Moana" starring Kathryn Lagaia and Dwayne Johnson will hit the screens.

Photo from the internet Disney has released the first trailer for the new live-action remake of "Moana," starring Kathryn Lagaya and Dwayne Johnson. This was reported by Variety. Dwayne Johnson will reprise his role as Maui, just as he did in the original animated version from 2016. His co-star will be 17-year-old actress Kathryn Lagaya, who is making her film debut.

The Cabinet proposes to grant powers for controlling the circulation of potent substances for one year.

The Ministry of Health of the Kyrgyz Republic has proposed to the public to review the draft presidential decree concerning the temporary regulation of certain aspects of the circulation of potent substances in the country. This document aims to implement new mechanisms for state control for a period of one year, which should help reduce the risks of illegal circulation and enhance public safety, especially among youth and children.

The President expanded the list of articles for which confiscation is provided.

Sadyr Japarov, the president of the country, has signed a new law amending the Code of Offenses. This document expands the list of articles under which the confiscation of items, tools, and means used in the commission of offenses is possible. According to the changes, the list in Article 456 of the Code has been changed from "165, 177–180" to the broader "165–173, 175–180," adding eight new types of offenses subject to confiscation.

The Ministry of Energy approved the natural gas loss standard for "Gazprom Kyrgyzstan"

According to the Ministry of Energy, the new natural gas loss norm for "Gazprom Kyrgyzstan" for 2026 has been officially approved. The order was signed by Minister Talaybek Ibraev. In accordance with the resolution, the loss norm is set at 8.3 percent of the total volume of gas entering the company's gas transportation and distribution network.

In Kyrgyzstan, it is proposed to approve the Procedure for the Use of Garden and Cottage Plots Recognized as Lands of Settlements

The state agency responsible for land resources, cadastre, geodesy, and cartography has put forward for public discussion a new draft resolution titled "On the Approval of the Procedure for the Use of Garden and Cottage Land Plots Recognized as Lands of Settlements." This document aims to regulate the use of garden and cottage plots that have been classified as lands of settlements designated for "housing construction" following the adoption of the new Land Code of