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Deputy Foreign Minister and Ambassador of India Discussed Prospects for Bilateral Relations
Foreign policy / Exclusive

Deputy Foreign Minister and Ambassador of India Discussed Prospects for Bilateral Relations

On October 29, the Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic, Meder Abakirov, held a meeting with the Ambassador of India to Kyrgyzstan, Birender Singh Yadav. According to information from the ministry, the discussion covered the current state of Kyrgyz-Indian relations as well as their future prospects. Issues related to the implementation of previously reached agreements, developed during high-level official visits, were discussed, with a particular focus on cooperation in

30.10.2025, 11:24
Igor Golubev: Kyrgyzstan Should Have Its Own Navy
Economy

Igor Golubev: Kyrgyzstan Should Have Its Own Navy

At the KyrgyzTransLogistic 2025 exhibition, held on the international stage, Igor Golubev, who holds the position of Deputy Chairman of the Association of Cargo Carriers of Kyrgyzstan, expressed the opinion on the necessity of creating a merchant fleet for the country, despite the lack of direct access to the ocean. He emphasized the importance of this step for the development of logistics and the business sector.

30.10.2025, 11:22
Economy

Kyrgyzstan has become fully self-sufficient in sugar and eggs

According to information provided by the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry, the Kyrgyz Republic has been able to fully meet its domestic needs for six out of nine key food products. According to the agency's data, in the first nine months of 2025, the country fully provided itself with potatoes, milk, meat, vegetables, eggs, and sugar. At the same time, baked goods (grains), vegetable oil, as well as fruits and berries are partially imported.

30.10.2025, 11:18
Incidents

A major accident occurred at the Too-Ashuu pass due to snowfall.

A serious traffic accident occurred at the Too-Ashuu pass. Heavy snowfall and slippery road conditions caused a collision between a truck and several passenger cars. According to preliminary information, there were no casualties as a result of the accident. Some participants in the traffic incident sustained minor injuries and were examined by medical personnel at the scene. As a result of the incident, a traffic jam temporarily formed in this area, and the movement of vehicles is being

30.10.2025, 11:13
Local news

The family-type orphanage "Altyn Uya" may close. The city administration of Osh is trying to take the land.

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

30.10.2025, 11:07
A meeting with the participants of the Russian Film Festival took place at the "Manas" cinema.
Culture / Exclusive

A meeting with the participants of the Russian Film Festival took place at the "Manas" cinema.

A meeting was held at the 'Manas' cinema as part of the Russian Film Festival, where the audience met with directors Nikita Vysotsky and Sergey Korotaev, as well as actor Kirill Kuznetsov. Nikita Vysotsky, the author of the films "August" and "Love of the Soviet Union," expressed his joy at the full hall and the audience's interest in contemporary Russian cinema. He also reminded that his film "August," based on the book by Vladimir Bogomolov

30.10.2025, 11:07
Archaeologists discovered an ancient stone statue of a woman in Kyrgyzstan
Local news

Archaeologists discovered an ancient stone statue of a woman in Kyrgyzstan

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

30.10.2025, 11:04
Trump instructed the Pentagon to immediately begin nuclear weapons testing
In the world

Trump instructed the Pentagon to immediately begin nuclear weapons testing

Trump explained that this decision was prompted by tests conducted by other countries. He noted that "this process will begin immediately." According to him, the U.S. has "more nuclear arsenal than any other country," which became possible due to the modernization of weapons during his first presidential term. “I didn’t want to do this because of the enormous destructive power, but I had no other choice! Russia is in second place, and China is far from third, but in five

30.10.2025, 11:03
Local news

Today, another test voting is being conducted in Kyrgyzstan

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

30.10.2025, 11:03
In Bishkek, a residential building completely burned down
Incidents

In Bishkek, a residential building completely burned down

The fire covered an area of 200 square meters On October 29, a residential building in the Sverdlovsk district of Bishkek was completely destroyed due to a fire. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Emergency Situations (MES).

30.10.2025, 11:02
An Ancient Stone Sculpture of a Woman with a Three-Horned Headdress Found in Kyrgyzstan
Local news / Exclusive

An Ancient Stone Sculpture of a Woman with a Three-Horned Headdress Found in Kyrgyzstan

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

30.10.2025, 11:00
Local news

The Ombudsman of Kyrgyzstan spoke out against the return of the death penalty.

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

30.10.2025, 10:59
Education / Exclusive

In Jumgal, the memory of the distinguished educator Isagalay Aydraliev was honored.

Turmush — In the Jumgal district, a significant event took place in honor of Isagalay Aydraliev, a renowned educator, member of the Communist Party of the Soviet Union, and "Honorary Citizen of Naryn Region." As part of the event, a new classroom was opened in one of the local schools. At the Tatybubu Tursunbaeva School, located in the village of Chayek, a classroom for Kyrgyz language and literature was inaugurated. The classroom is designed according to modern requirements and is

30.10.2025, 10:58
In Astana, former deputy akim of Almaty Yerzhan Babakumarov killed
Local news

In Astana, former deputy akim of Almaty Yerzhan Babakumarov killed

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.

30.10.2025, 10:52
Education / Exclusive

Overcoming the Chill: How Schoolchildren from the Tonsky District, Who Previously Traveled on Horseback, Received a Long-Awaited Bus from "Eurasia"

In the Ak-Terek rural district, in the village of Ala-Bash, students of the M. Kidibaev school have begun a new chapter in their educational journey. Now their path to knowledge has become significantly easier thanks to a new bus provided by the non-profit organization "Eurasia." Previously, children from the neighboring village of Chetindi and the remote area of Saz reached this school using donkeys and horses as transportation. "With the arrival of the bus, the children's

30.10.2025, 10:52
Interstellar 3I/ATLAS zoomed past the Sun — and rumors of an alien spacecraft arise again
Local news

Interstellar 3I/ATLAS zoomed past the Sun — and rumors of an alien spacecraft arise again

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

30.10.2025, 10:51
Incidents

In the Kara-Suu District, plots for construction were illegally distributed to 589 citizens

The lawsuit filed by the regional office of the Land and Water Resources Supervision Service for Osh and the same region was upheld by the Administrative Court of the Osh Region, according to reports from the Ministry of Agriculture. The court proceedings revealed that local officials from the Datka rural administration of the Kara-Suu district, in violation of current regulations, distributed land plots for individual housing construction among 589 citizens without proper registration of

30.10.2025, 10:50
Local news / Exclusive

In the Jumgal District, the winner of the beauty contest "Song-Kul Queen" has been determined.

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

30.10.2025, 10:49
The CEC of the Kyrgyz Republic conducts another test voting at all polling stations across the country
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The CEC of the Kyrgyz Republic conducts another test voting at all polling stations across the country

The Central Election Commission expresses gratitude to everyone who actively participates in the elections and invites citizens to test the remote voting system in trial mode at any polling station, including shopping centers such as "Dordoy Plaza" and "Asia Mall". Thus, the test voting taking place today is an important step towards the implementation of new technologies in the electoral process in Kyrgyzstan.

30.10.2025, 10:43
The CEC of Kyrgyzstan conducts another test remote voting.
Exclusive

The CEC of Kyrgyzstan conducts another test remote voting.

The Central Election Commission of Kyrgyzstan has announced the conduct of another test remote voting, which will take place today, October 30, at all polling stations across the country. According to information from the CEC, similar test votes were held on October 10 and 20 both within the republic and in several Russian cities. Remote voting is an important innovation for the upcoming parliamentary elections. It involves online identification, allowing voters to cast their ballots at any

30.10.2025, 10:42
Viktor Dosenko: No CIS Country Has Standards for Toll Roads
Economy

Viktor Dosenko: No CIS Country Has Standards for Toll Roads

During the discussion at the KyrgyzTransLogistic exhibition, which is taking place in Bishkek, Viktor Dosenko, head of the International Academy of Transport, emphasized the lack of standards for toll roads in the CIS. He called for the necessity of their development, noting that the requirements for such roads should be significantly higher than for regular highways.

30.10.2025, 10:41
A new substation "Ken-Sai" has been launched in the city of Osh
Local news

A new substation "Ken-Sai" has been launched in the city of Osh

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.

30.10.2025, 10:40
Incidents

In 2025, 209 appeals were received from drug-dependent minors, - Center for Psychiatry and Narcology

On October 30, the head of the department for medical and psychological assistance to minors at the Republican Center for Psychiatry and Narcology, Tinatin Sagymbaeva, announced in a live broadcast that 209 requests from adolescents suffering from drug addiction had been recorded in the first three quarters of 2025. According to the specialist, the actual number of such adolescents may be significantly higher, as not all of them are ready to acknowledge their problem and seek help.

30.10.2025, 10:38
Incidents

In 2025, 5 drug laboratories were discovered in Kyrgyzstan

On October 30, the head of the prevention department of the Drug Control Service of the Ministry of Internal Affairs, Kanybek Usenov, stated in a live broadcast that 5 drug laboratories were identified in Kyrgyzstan in 2025. Usenov reported that in the first nine months of the current year, 4 tons and 725 kilograms of drugs and precursors were seized. Of this amount, 798 kilograms are synthetic drugs.

30.10.2025, 10:36
Local news

Kamchybek Tashiev shared what kind of people become bad for him

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.

30.10.2025, 10:35
A Stadium Will Be Built on a Skyscraper in Saudi Arabia
Sports

A Stadium Will Be Built on a Skyscraper in Saudi Arabia

Among these projects stands out the NEOM Stadium, which will be located at the top of a 350-meter tall skyscraper. The stadium, capable of accommodating up to 46,000 spectators, will be a key element of the ambitious project "The Line".

30.10.2025, 10:33
Local news

Early elections for deputies of the State Duma. The Central Election Commission has established 6 more polling stations abroad.

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. -

30.10.2025, 10:33
In Bishkek, digital solutions for "smart" cities were discussed
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In Bishkek, digital solutions for "smart" cities were discussed

A new educational project called "Urban Marathon" has been launched in Bishkek. This initiative, implemented within the framework of Urban Space, aims to support sustainable development and actively engage youth in the process of shaping modern urban spaces. The organizers are the Public Fund "Sustainable Development Initiatives" (SDI) in collaboration with the Bishkek City Hall and Global Greengrants Fund. During the second day of training, participants were introduced to

30.10.2025, 10:31
In Rio de Janeiro, a major police operation lasted two days, resulting in the deaths of over 130 people
In the world

In Rio de Janeiro, a major police operation lasted two days, resulting in the deaths of over 130 people

On the first day of the operation, according to reports, 64 people were killed, including four police officers. The police stated that preparations for the operation against the "Red Command" gang (Comando Vermelho, CV) had been underway for two months. As part of this operation, police special forces set up an ambush in the forest to block members of the gang. The Governor of Rio de Janeiro, Claudio Castro, expressed the opinion that most of those who died during the raid were

30.10.2025, 10:25
Kyrgyzstan and Tatarstan Discussed Expanding Cooperation in Trade, Economy, and Humanitarian Spheres
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Kyrgyzstan and Tatarstan Discussed Expanding Cooperation in Trade, Economy, and Humanitarian Spheres

The meeting took place at the "Yntymak Ordo" center, where the Deputy Prime Minister of Kyrgyzstan, Edil Baisalov, met with Vasily Shaikhraziev, the Deputy Prime Minister of Tatarstan, who is in the country on a working visit. During the conversation, Edil Baisalov expressed a warm welcome and noted the dynamic development of relations between Kyrgyzstan and Tatarstan. He congratulated the Tatar delegation on the successful conduct of elections in the Republic of Tatarstan and

30.10.2025, 10:24
Storm "Melissa" in Jamaica: People Warned About Crocodiles
In the world / Exclusive

Storm "Melissa" in Jamaica: People Warned About Crocodiles

Storm 'Melissa', dubbed the storm of the century, is intensifying, with wind speeds reaching nearly 300 km/h. After striking Jamaica, the storm continues its path towards Cuba, as reported by the Jibek Joly channel, citing information from Kazinform. As a result of the destructive aftermath, over 500,000 residents are left without electricity. The storm has uprooted trees, torn roofs off houses, and flooded roads, which have turned into raging rivers.

30.10.2025, 10:20
The Federal Tax Service has expanded the list of types of NGOs required to submit consolidated information on income and expenses.
Economy / Exclusive

The Federal Tax Service has expanded the list of types of NGOs required to submit consolidated information on income and expenses.

The State Tax Service (GNS) has announced the expansion of the list of non-profit organizations that are now required to provide consolidated information about their financial flows. According to information from the agency, such organizations include political parties, religious associations, trade unions, and cooperatives. All of them must report on their sources of funding, as well as on the directions of the use of these funds and the property they acquire, use, or sell.

30.10.2025, 10:20
Economy

What Will Lead to the Budget Deficit of the Kyrgyz Republic in 2028, Forecasted by EFSD Analysts

The Eurasian Fund for Stabilization and Development (EFSD) has presented a medium-term analysis regarding the budget of Kyrgyzstan for the coming years. The conclusion of the report reflects the opinions of experts on the financial condition of the country. Forecasts indicate that during the years 2025-2027, the republic will have a budget surplus, which will allow it to meet obligations, particularly for the recapitalization of state enterprises in sectors such as energy, banking, and

30.10.2025, 10:14
Economy

GNS: The Project for Implementing the FPO Among Taxpayers is Effective

In the pilot project of the Tax Service of Kyrgyzstan aimed at implementing fiscal software (FS) with data transmission capabilities, 546 public catering establishments are participating. This information was provided by the agency's press service. According to the provided data, the number of integrated units of fiscal software has reached 880.

30.10.2025, 10:13
Local news

In 2025, a record amount of "synthetics" was seized in Kyrgyzstan

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

30.10.2025, 10:13