According to reports from Ukrainian media, Vasily Skromny passed away after battling a serious illness. He suffered from cancer and was undergoing chemotherapy, which worsened his condition; he also experienced heart problems related to the treatment.
The Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers, Adylbek Kasymaliev, during his visit to the Issyk-Kul region, instructed the provision of housing for young doctors working in Karakol. As part of his trip to the region, he also visited the regional unified hospital, where he had the opportunity to inspect the intensive care and surgical departments. The head of the cabinet familiarized himself with the condition of medical equipment and the conditions under which patients receive treatment, as well
In Bishkek, the issue of the pixel studio Nomad TV has been raised again. After the scandal related to its installation in Ala-Too Square, the structure was removed, but now the TV channel plans to place it near the Russian Drama Theater. Journalists from 24.kg received confirmation of this information from workers involved in the construction work. Photo 24.kg The studio was installed on the southern side of Ala-Too Square in November 2025 with the aim of conducting live broadcasts and
During his working trip to the Issyk-Kul region, the Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers Adylbek Kasymaliev got acquainted with the state of medical institutions in Karakol, as reported by the press service of the cabinet. Kasymaliev visited the regional hospital, which was built in 1968, and checked the condition of the departments, as well as the progress of construction of a new building for 350 beds. The construction of this facility, consisting of eight blocks, is planned to be completed
Content of Changes in the Education System A large-scale reform of school education has begun in Kyrgyzstan, with the main goal of transitioning to a 12-year education system. As part of this program, it is also planned to update curricula, create new textbooks, and change the structure of several subjects.
The organ music concert titled "From Baroque to Modern" will take place on April 9 and 10, 2026, at 18:00 in the small hall of the Toktogul Satylganov Kyrgyz National Philharmonic. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Culture. At this event, the audience will have the opportunity to become acquainted with the works of Mirlan Kasymaliev for the first time in Kyrgyzstan. The concert program will feature compositions by masters such as Johann Sebastian Bach, Georg
Deputy Zhyldyz Kurmanalieva raised a question at a recent meeting of the united deputy groups "Isheni" and "Ala-Too" regarding the reasons for the reduction of the discount on tests in the Bonetsky laboratory for seriously ill patients from 50% to 40%. The head of the Ministry of Health's department, Nurgul Ibraeva, explained that the current discount is 40%, which is still valid. According to her, the decrease was due to the rise in prices for reagents. “We are
In Bishkek, on April 3 and 4, 2026, at the stage of the Chingiz Aitmatov Russian Drama Theater, the East Kazakhstan Regional Drama and Operetta Theater from Ust-Kamenogorsk will hold performances. This was reported by the Ministry of Culture. As specified, the residents of the capital will have a rare opportunity to appreciate the work of this outstanding theatrical troupe, which has prepared several captivating productions for audiences of all ages.
According to the latest data, the birth rate in Kyrgyzstan continues to decline. This information was announced on March 13 at a meeting of the parliamentary groups "Ala-Too" and "Isheniim". Deputy Jumabek Salymbekov noted that by December 1, 2025, the population of the country will reach 7 million 338 thousand people, and he raised a question about the growth of citizens.
In the Kochkor district of the Naryn region, hunters submitted the pelts of jackals to the commission, which were hunted in February. According to the provided data, hunters submitted 36 jackal pelts, of which 34 were marked. The disposed jackals were buried in special pits at Yama Bekkari under the supervision of a veterinary doctor and treated with lime in accordance with veterinary and sanitary standards.
On March 13, 2009, Kyrgyzstan experienced one of the most high-profile crimes in its political history. That night, Medet Sadykulov, who held the position of head of the presidential administration and was one of the most influential politicians in the republic, tragically lost his life. Initially, his death was characterized as the result of a traffic accident, but later the investigation reclassified it as murder. Despite many years of investigation, the case continues to raise numerous
Information that Kubanychbek Kongantiev has been arrested for a period of two months was received from the Bishkek City Court, as reported by the Kabar agency. According to the data, the investigative judge of the Lenin district of the capital granted the request of the investigator from the Main Investigative Department of the State Committee for National Security (GKNB). Thus, Kongantiev will remain in custody until May 10. It should be noted that earlier, suspicions were expressed against
The First Deputy Minister of Health Tilek Mamadaliev reported on the ongoing construction of medical facilities in Kyrgyzstan at a joint meeting of the parliamentary groups "Isheniim" and "Ala-Too". He noted that in Bishkek, the construction of a new building based on the infectious clinical hospital will begin, which is planned to be completed by the end of this year. The project will be implemented with the support of the Republic of Korea under an agreement signed in
On March 13, a ceremonial opening of the new prosecutor's office building took place in the Sokuluk district. According to Turmush correspondent, high-ranking officials participated in the event, including the Attorney General Maksat Asanaliev, the prosecutor of the Chui region Azizbek Shukurbekov, the akim of the Sokuluk district Iliyaz Tashkulov, and representatives of law enforcement agencies.
A new online platform for children called "Nurkids" is actively being developed in Kyrgyzstan. The editor-in-chief of the application, Aydai Bekboeva, shared information with the Kabar agency. According to Bekboeva, the platform will target a diverse audience, including children, parents, as well as kindergartens and educational institutions.
The call center Kaktus.media received inquiries from parents of schoolchildren in Bishkek. They expressed their concern about safety in educational institutions, citing recent events such as the thwarted attack on a school that could have threatened both students and teachers. Parents believe it is necessary to restore security personnel and install metal detectors at the entrances to prevent potential threats and ensure the safety of all participants in the educational process.
As part of the implementation of salary increases for medical workers and educators, a presidential compensation is planned to be introduced, which will be added to the base rates. At a joint meeting of the parliamentary groups "Ishenim" and "Ala-Too," Deputy Minister of Health Tilek Mamadaliev reported that the upcoming doubling of salaries for medical professionals will become a reality starting April 1, 2026.
In the Ton District, officers of the tourist-ecological police conducted raids and searches as part of measures to combat illegal hunting and fishing. This was reported by the Internal Affairs Department of the Issyk-Kul region. During the inspections carried out in the villages of Ton and Kady-Sai, officers searched several private homes. As a result of the operation, the following weapons and ammunition were seized from local residents:
Photo from the internet. Burana Tower The sumolok festival will take place in the Chui region, at the historical and archaeological complex "Burana Tower." This was reported by 24.kg, the event organizer Elnura Kuluyeva. At the celebration, it is planned to set up 10 large cauldrons, in which participants will be able to cook this traditional dish together. Both local residents and guests of the region are invited.
According to the First Deputy Minister of Culture, Information, Sports, and Youth Policy, Soyuzbek Nadyrbekov, in 2026, 117 cultural institutions in Kyrgyzstan will receive official vehicles. This statement was made on the air of "Birinchi Radio." Nadyrbekov noted that recently the government has been actively supporting the cultural sector, including improving the material and technical base. This year, the budget allocated to the ministry amounts to 6.4 billion soms, and additional
Photo from the archive. Snow Leopard On July 11, an ecological festival titled "Snow Leopard EcoFest - Kemin - 2026" is scheduled to take place in Chon-Kemin. This event is organized with the support of the Ministry of Natural Resources, Ecology, and Technical Supervision of the Kyrgyz Republic. According to the ministry's press service, the goal of the festival is to draw attention to the issues of snow leopard conservation, which is an important symbol of the high-altitude
In Kyrgyzstan, on March 25, the "Oral Health Day" will take place, coinciding with the International Oral Health Day celebrated on March 20. This event is organized by the Ministry of Health. The main goal of the campaign is to prevent dental diseases among children, raise public awareness about the importance of regular dental check-ups, and foster proper hygiene culture.
The Antimonopoly Policy Service of the Kyrgyz Republic, operating under the Ministry of Economy and Commerce, held a meeting aimed at stabilizing the chicken egg market and preventing unjustified price increases. This was reported by the agency. Representatives from the Association of Poultry Farmers of Kyrgyzstan, as well as the companies "Umai Group" LLC, "Asia Retail" JSC, and "Borsok Invest" LLC, participated in the event, along with representatives from the
At the meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, Deputy Ismanali Joroev expressed the idea of the necessity of having a psychologist present when informing cancer patients of their diagnosis. In his opinion, moral and psychological support is of paramount importance for people who have been diagnosed with cancer.
At the joint meeting of the deputy groups "Ala-Too" and "Ishenim" on March 13, Shabazov reminded that a month ago he had addressed the former minister regarding the situation with the endoscopic equipment in Kant hospital, which had not been used for over a year. He noted that doctors had requested to be sent for training to work with this equipment, but it turned out that by reaching out to the deputies, they were facing pressure from the ministry's leadership.
In the Kyrgyz Republic, the Cabinet of Ministers has presented for public discussion a draft amendment to the government resolution on state duty rates, adopted on April 15, 2019, under number 159. The proposed document suggests a reduction in the amount of state duty collected for notarizing real estate transactions. In particular, it is planned to align the rates with those that apply to transactions not requiring notarization.
In At-Bash, an intellectual competition called "Manas Taanuu" and a contest for young storytellers were held, as reported by Turmush correspondent. As part of the event, participants competed based on the trilogy of the epic "Manas" — "Manas," "Semetei," and "Seitek," in the interpretation of the famous storyteller Sagymbay Orozbakov, who is an important part of the cultural heritage of the Kyrgyz people.
Application for the gratuitous transfer of land A project concerning the resolution "On the consent for the gratuitous alienation of a land plot in favor of the state, located on Tokombaev Street in Bishkek (Southern planning zone)" has been submitted to the Bishkek City Council. According to information from the mayor's office, in a letter dated January 29, 2026, under number 11/236, the Presidential Administration requested to consider the possibility of transferring a land
The city of Osh is actively working on strengthening the banks of the Zhekelik canal, which flows through the territory of the municipal administration "Manas-Ata". As part of the project, the banks are being concreted and protective barriers are being installed. The city administration reports that upon completion of the work, the banks of the canal will not only be strengthened but also improved, creating safe living conditions for local residents. Currently, all work is being
Improper nutrition is one of the most significant factors contributing to the increase of non-communicable diseases in Kyrgyzstan, as stated in a scientific article published in the journal "Healthcare of Kyrgyzstan." The study conducted by authors G. K. Tolenova and E. A. Niyazbekova focused on analyzing the dietary habits of the country's population and their impact on the level of non-communicable diseases. The work utilized data from both international and national studies.
On March 12, employees of the acclimatization and fish farming department in the Ton district, which is part of the fishery complex department, released fry of Issyk-Kul trout into rivers flowing into the lake of the same name. This information was provided by the Ministry of Water Resources and Agriculture. The event took place as part of a commission that included representatives from the Ton district administration, tourist police, the ecological and technical supervision service, as well as
The state enterprise "Tulpar" has begun assembling ambulances, as reported by the First Deputy Minister of Health Tilek Mamadaliev at a joint meeting of parliamentary groups. In response to lawmakers' questions about issues with ambulances in regions with poor roads, where vehicles quickly break down, he noted the feasibility of purchasing Mercedes Sprinters.
At a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, Deputy Minister of Internal Affairs Nurbek Abdieff announced the intention of law enforcement agencies to detain owners of fake accounts involved in spreading slander. His speech addressed the important issue of discrediting both the state and high-ranking officials. According to Abdieff, investigations are currently underway into all cases related to dishonest actions on the internet.
In addition, the deposit allowance for doctors in the regions has been increased. At a meeting of the Ishenim and Ala-Too deputy groups, Deputy Minister of Health Tilek Mamadaliev announced that starting April 1, the salaries of medical workers will increase by 100 percent. He added that a deposit allowance is provided for doctors working in remote areas. "Previously, until 2024, this allowance was 33,000 soms per quarter, and now it has been increased to 66,000 soms. Thus, every three
At the same time, 133 judges who demonstrated high results were awarded letters of appreciation. During the plenary session, the Chairman of the Supreme Court, Mederbek Satiev, reported serious deficiencies in the work of several courts. He noted that among the 441 active judges of local courts, 137 judges have low performance indicators in the administration of justice, which accounts for 31% of the total number of judges. At the same time, 133 judges who demonstrated high results in their
At a meeting with the Minister of Energy, Talaybek Ibraev, Hugh Riddell, head of the World Bank office in Kyrgyzstan, emphasized the importance of constructing the Kambarata HPP-1 for the energy sector of the country and the region as a whole. This statement was made during discussions of a strategic project that holds significant importance for both Kyrgyzstan and the entire Central Asia, as reported by the Ministry of Energy. Photo by the Ministry of Energy According to Riddell, the
Nurgul Ibraeva, head of the Department of Medical Assistance Organization and Pharmaceutical Policy, reported a shortage of 2000 family doctors in Kyrgyzstan during a joint meeting of parliamentary groups. She explained that according to established norms, one group of family doctors is responsible for a load of 1300 people from the mixed population each month.
Today in Bishkek, civil activists Tolekan Ismailova and Bermet Borubaeva were taken to the Main Internal Affairs Directorate. According to information received from their colleagues, the detention occurred just before the women were able to reach the location of the planned peaceful rally. According to the latest reports, documentary operator Bulat Satarkulov was also brought in for questioning.
The inspector in Bishkek records the violation and issues a fine A draft law has been presented in the Kyrgyz Republic concerning amendments to the Code of Administrative Offenses, as well as to the laws "On Road Traffic," "On State Registration of Rights to Real Estate and Transactions with It," and "On the Licensing and Permit System." The proposed amendments aim to tighten the rules for citizens and organizations with outstanding fines for violations.
In the capital of Kyrgyzstan, Bishkek, an Indian duck was spotted perched on a pole. “At first, I noticed a large bird on the pole and thought it was a wild individual that might have gotten lost during migration. However, when I took a closer look, I realized it was an Indian duck. I wasn't familiar with it,” shared local nature enthusiast Vasily Zaitsev.
In the capital, on Auezov Street, preparations are underway for the demolition of trade pavilions. This became known after an on-site meeting held on March 12 with the participation of Ramiz Aliyev, the deputy mayor of Bishkek, as reported by the city hall. Entrepreneurs were offered to dismantle their structures independently. As an alternative, they were pointed to the possibility of trading at the "Chynar" and "Alamedin Bazaars," but the pavilion owners rejected these
At a joint meeting of the parliamentary groups "Ishenim" and "Ala-Too," Tilek Mamadaliev, Deputy Minister of Health, confirmed that the issue of increasing salaries for healthcare workers has already been resolved. Starting from April 1 of this year, the salaries of medical workers will be doubled.
An important decision regarding the salary increase for healthcare workers was announced at a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh by Deputy Minister of Health Tilek Mamadaliev. Starting from April 1, 2023, the salaries of doctors and nurses will double, aimed at addressing urgent issues in the healthcare sector. Tilek Mamadaliev noted that this measure is intended to support medical professionals, especially those working in remote areas.
The employees of the fishery complex department conducted a fish stocking on March 12, releasing 582 thousand fry of Issyk-Kul trout into the rivers flowing into Lake Issyk-Kul. This was reported in a press release from the Ministry of Agriculture, Water Resources, and Regional Development. The release of the fry was carried out by employees of the regional acclimatization and fish breeding department located in the Ton district.
During a joint meeting of the parliamentary groups "Ala-Too" and "Isheni" on March 13, Deputy Head of the Ministry of Health Tilek Mamadaliev announced plans to purchase about 400 ambulances this year. Of these, approximately 200 units will be acquired with funds from the World Bank, and there is also a grant from the Asian Development Bank amounting to $1 million.
Suyunbek Omurzakov, a deputy, called on the Ministry of Health to pay attention to the lack of respect from medical staff towards patients. During a joint meeting of the parliamentary groups "Isheni" and "Ala-Too" on March 13, he emphasized that the work of medical professionals is indeed challenging.
Bermet Bekmukhamedova, born in 1998 in Aydarken, Batken region, has become the heroine of our project "Our People Abroad." She is an educator who completed her studies at the Faculty of World Languages at Osh State University. Currently, Bermet lives in the Moscow region with her husband and two children. In an interview, she shared her experience of living away from her homeland and talked about her plans for the future.
In the Republican Clinical Infectious Diseases Hospital of Bishkek, the discharge of individuals affected by mass poisoning has begun. This was reported by the chief physician of the institution, Gulzhigit Aaliev, on the website 24.kg. According to the doctor, another person sought medical help yesterday, bringing the total number of affected individuals to 21.