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Agreement with China: A 250 Megawatt Solar Power Plant Will Be Built in Kyrgyzstan
Economy

Agreement with China: A 250 Megawatt Solar Power Plant Will Be Built in Kyrgyzstan

At the international forum taking place in Suzhou, the Ministry of Energy of the Kyrgyz Republic signed an investment agreement with Chinese companies for the construction of a solar power plant with a capacity of 250 megawatts. This information was announced by the press service of the Ministry of Energy. The document was signed by the Minister of Energy of the Kyrgyz Republic, Taalaibek Ibraev, the president of States Technology Co., Limited, Liu Fernando Oscar, and the general director of

29.10.2025, 13:02
Local news

The Russian Drama Theater Opens Its Main Stage. But Only Temporarily

According to the information provided by the theater, the Days of Russian Culture in Kyrgyzstan will take place in Bishkek from October 29 to November 2, 2025, which is the reason for the temporary suspension of renovation work. This will allow the theater to reopen its doors to the audience on the main stage. It is expected that the 91st theater season will officially launch at the end of November.

29.10.2025, 13:01
The Mufti named 37 companies allowed to organize Umrah. List
Local news

The Mufti named 37 companies allowed to organize Umrah. List

The meeting of Mufti Abdullaziz Zakirov with representatives of companies engaged in pilgrimage organization took place recently. The press service of the Spiritual Administration of Muslims of Kyrgyzstan (DUMK) reported that the mufti urged participants to work honestly, comply with the legislation, and wished them success in their noble cause.

29.10.2025, 12:58
Chinese companies will build a solar power plant in Kyrgyzstan
Economy

Chinese companies will build a solar power plant in Kyrgyzstan

At the international forum taking place in Suzhou, China, the Ministry of Energy of Kyrgyzstan signed several agreements with Chinese companies for the development of renewable energy and attracting investments. This was reported in a press release from the Ministry of Energy. Photo from the press service of the Ministry of Energy of the Kyrgyz Republic. Photo from the press service of the Ministry of Energy of the Kyrgyz Republic. Photo from the press service of the Ministry of Energy of the

29.10.2025, 12:58
Local news

Lead and Our Children. Lead Found in the Blood of Many Children in Kyrgyzstan

The specialists of the Republic Center for Health Strengthening reported that 21% of children in Kyrgyzstan have blood lead levels exceeding 5 µg/dL, which requires attention according to the recommendations of the World Health Organization (WHO). This data was obtained from a study aimed at determining the lead content in the blood of preschoolers. The study was initiated last year and covered 18 regions of the country. The results showed that elevated lead levels were detected in children

29.10.2025, 12:57
During the night, 100 drones were shot down over Russia, 13 airports suspended operations
In the world

During the night, 100 drones were shot down over Russia, 13 airports suspended operations

Illustrative photo During the night of October 29, Russian air defense successfully intercepted 100 Ukrainian drones, as reported by the country's Ministry of Defense. Of all the drones shot down, 46 were destroyed over the Bryansk region, 12 over Kaluga, eight over Belgorod, seven over Krasnodar Krai, six over the Moscow region and Oryol region, four over Ulyanovsk region, three over Crimea and the Mari El Republic, two over Stavropol Krai, and one over Kursk, Smolensk, and Tula regions.

29.10.2025, 12:56
Local news

The head of the Supreme Court was outraged by the inequality in the toilets of the Kara-Kulja judiciary.

During his working trip to the Kara-Kulja district, the Chairman of the Supreme Court of Kyrgyzstan, Mederbek Satyiev, visited the new building of the district court and was extremely dissatisfied with what he saw. According to eyewitnesses, the head of the Supreme Court was shown the restrooms, which had separate stalls for staff and for visitors. The conditions for the employees turned out to be significantly better. Mederbek Satyiev characterized this situation as a manifestation of double

29.10.2025, 12:55
Kyrgyzstan's International Reserves Exceeded 7.5 Billion Dollars
Economy / Exclusive

Kyrgyzstan's International Reserves Exceeded 7.5 Billion Dollars

As of October 1, 2025, Kyrgyzstan's international reserves reached over 7.5 billion US dollars, which is an increase of 48.5% compared to the end of September of the same year. The Deputy Chairman of the National Bank, Azat Kozubekov, shared this information at a press conference in Bishkek. He noted that the increase in reserves serves as an important indicator of the stability of the financial system and the economy of the country.

29.10.2025, 12:53
Police prevented a forest fire in the Tyup district
Incidents / Exclusive

Police prevented a forest fire in the Tyup district

Employees of the tourist-ecological police made a heroic act by stopping a forest fire in the area of the village of Zhylyu-Bulak, located in the Tyup district of the Issyk-Kul region. The press service of the regional police department reported that during a patrol, the inspectors noticed smoke coming from the forest.

29.10.2025, 12:47
96 Migrants Deported from Russia After Raid in the Moscow Region
In the world

96 Migrants Deported from Russia After Raid in the Moscow Region

Illustrative photo Police conducted an "operational-preventive measure" at a warehouse located in the village of Koledino. During the inspection, migrants were detained, including citizens from Asian countries, Latin America, and North Africa. A total of 46 protocols were drawn up against these individuals for violating the rules of stay in Russia (Article 18.8 of the Administrative Offenses Code of the Russian Federation) and 96 for illegal labor activities (Article 18.10 of the

29.10.2025, 12:36
Ecology

Showers in some areas, snow in the mountains — weather forecast for October 30

At night, in most areas of Chui and Issyk-Kul regions, as well as in some places in Naryn region, there will be rain, with snow falling in the mountainous areas; no precipitation is expected in other parts of the country. According to Kyrgyzhydromet, during the day, rain is also forecasted in some areas of Issyk-Kul and Naryn regions, with snow in the highlands, while the rest of the territory will be dry. The wind will be from the west at a speed of 4-9 m/s.

29.10.2025, 12:34
Local news

Where Speed Bumps Are Installed in Bishkek, Explained an Official

Azamat Osmonaliev, the chief specialist of the Department of Transport and Development of Road Transport Infrastructure of the capital, spoke about the criteria for installing speed bumps in Bishkek on the air of "Birinchi Radio." According to him, such artificial irregularities are installed in the following cases:

29.10.2025, 12:32
A Six-Story Building Collapsed in Istanbul
In the world / Exclusive

A Six-Story Building Collapsed in Istanbul

A six-story building collapsed in eastern Istanbul. According to the AHaber TV channel, a family of five, including children, may be trapped under the rubble. “The collapse occurred in the Gebze district, but the cause has not yet been determined. Preliminary reports suggest that five to six people may be under the debris,” the TV channel added.

29.10.2025, 12:31
Local news

"Waves" on the Roads. In Bishkek, the problem is being studied together with foreign experts.

In Bishkek, the issue of defects on repaired roads is being studied. The chief specialist of the capital's Department of Transport and Development of Road Transport Infrastructure, Azamat Osmonaliev, spoke about this on the air of "Birinchi Radio". According to him, recently experts from Kazakhstan (the city of Almaty) and Russia, as well as representatives of contracting organizations, gathered at a round table.

29.10.2025, 12:30
Environmental Violations Identified in Talas Region
Incidents

Environmental Violations Identified in Talas Region

The work to prevent the illegal use of natural resources continues in the Talas region. Specialists from the regional office of the Environmental and Technical Supervision Service of the Ministry of Natural Resources, Ecology, and Technical Supervision are actively engaged in this task.

29.10.2025, 12:29
In the Issyk-Kul Region, police officers prevented a forest fire
Incidents

In the Issyk-Kul Region, police officers prevented a forest fire

According to information provided by the press service of the Internal Affairs Directorate, the crews of the tourist-ecological police noticed smoke coming from a forest area during their patrol. Although the fire was small, strong winds quickly spread the flames, threatening a significant area of forest.

29.10.2025, 12:29
Ecology

"Murass Synthesis" in Jalal-Abad fined 99,000 soms for environmental violations

As a result of a scheduled inspection of the activities of the LLC "Muras Synthesis" by inspectors from the Jalal-Abad Regional Office of the Environmental and Technical Supervision Service, conducted as part of the control over compliance with environmental standards, serious violations were identified. According to the Ministry of Natural Resources, Ecology, and Technical Supervision, deficiencies in environmental protection and ensuring ecological safety were discovered during the

29.10.2025, 12:22
Rising Fuel Prices Intensified Inflationary Pressure – National Bank
Economy / Exclusive

Rising Fuel Prices Intensified Inflationary Pressure – National Bank

Since the beginning of 2025, there has been a significant increase in the prices of fuel and lubricants in Kyrgyzstan. The Deputy Chairman of the National Bank, Azat Kozubekov, shared this information at a press conference held in Bishkek. According to Kozubekov, since the beginning of the year, gasoline prices have risen by 12.6%, while diesel fuel has become 8.4% more expensive.

29.10.2025, 12:21
Local news

More and More Elderly People. How Kyrgyzstan Will Ensure the Sustainability of the Pension System

As of October 1, 2025, the number of pensioners in Kyrgyzstan has reached approximately 818.7 thousand people. Every year, this number increases by an average of 20 thousand. Does the state have the ability to provide decent pensions for all? This question was answered by Bakhtiyar Aliyev, the head of the Social Fund. — With the increasing number of elderly people, what is the fund's strategy for ensuring the sustainability of the pension system in the future?

29.10.2025, 12:19
Economy

Expanded list of NGOs required to submit consolidated information to the Tax Service

The State Tax Service of the Kyrgyz Republic has announced a significant expansion of the list of non-profit organizations that are now required to submit consolidated reports on their income and expenses to the tax authorities. This was reported by the press service of the STS. According to the recently adopted law "On Amendments to Certain Legislative Acts of the Kyrgyz Republic Regarding the Reporting of Certain Non-Profit Organizations," political parties, trade unions, religious

29.10.2025, 12:18
Local news

What is happening now on the Arashan - Chunkurchak road, as reported by the Ministry of Transport

In the Chuy region, active construction of the Arashan – Chunkurchak road continues, as reported by the press service of the Ministry of Transport and Communications. It has become known that work is being carried out on a section ranging from 2 to 22 kilometers. Currently, earthworks and road widening are being completed, with 85% finished. In addition, 46 drainage pipes are being installed, and two bridge structures are being reconstructed. On the section from 9 to 11 kilometers, the laying

29.10.2025, 12:15
Local news

The deadlines for the completion of road repairs on Fuchik Street were announced by the Bishkek City Hall.

In the capital of Kyrgyzstan, Bishkek, a major overhaul of 13 central streets is planned for 2025, and work on 12 of them has already been completed. This was reported on the air of "Birinchi Radio" by Azamat Osmonaliev, the chief specialist of the Department of Transport and Development of Road Transport Infrastructure. He noted that repairs are currently ongoing on Fuchik Street, specifically on the section from Profsoyuznaya to BChK, on the eastern side.

29.10.2025, 12:12
"Abdysh-Ata" lost to "Al-Shabab" and seriously complicated their path to the playoffs
Local news / Mountaineering

"Abdysh-Ata" lost to "Al-Shabab" and seriously complicated their path to the playoffs

The start of the match was promising for "Abdysh-Ata": already in the 9th minute, forward Artem Belyi opened the scoring with a long-range shot, putting his team ahead. However, the end of the first half created tension for the Kant team. Goalkeeper Sultan Chomoev failed to reliably clear the ball after a set piece, and Majid Al-Saladi took advantage of the situation, equalizing the score in the 44th minute.

29.10.2025, 12:12
Local news / Exclusive

Café, Restaurant, and Company Owners in Osh City Required to Change Their Signs — How the Names Sound Today

The authorities of the city of Osh have announced the need to change the signs for restaurants, cafes, and other commercial organizations. According to the new requirement, all signs must be in the Kyrgyz language and must be updated by November 10, 2025. Previously, the municipality reported that in recent years, the number of signs in English, Chinese, Arabic, and Uzbek has significantly increased. Mayor Jenishbek Toktorbaev instructed the relevant services and the state language commission

29.10.2025, 12:11
Economy

The State Financial Supervision revoked the virtual asset operator license from "Data Group"

The State Financial Supervision Service (Gosfinadzor) has decided to revoke the license of the company "Data Group," which operates as a virtual assets operator. The main reason for this step was the failure to comply with regulations and violations of the laws governing the circulation of virtual assets, as stated in the official press release of the agency. During the conducted inspection, it was revealed that the specialized platform provided by the company is not operational,

29.10.2025, 12:08
Culture / Exclusive

At the "Ak-Tilek" Checkpoint, a Drunk Truck Driver Swerved into Oncoming Traffic to Avoid Waiting in Line

On October 29, the press service of the Main Department of Road Safety (GUOBDD) reported a new case of driving under the influence of alcohol. According to the information, on the evening of October 28, around 18:40, at the checkpoint "Ak-Tilek—automobile", located at the Kyrgyz-Kazakh border, a truck of the "Faw" brand drove into the oncoming lane, which is a violation of traffic rules. GUOBDD inspectors stopped the vehicle and, after checking the documents, suspected the

29.10.2025, 12:05
The largest hurricane in its history, "Melissa," has struck Jamaica, leaving over half a million residents without power.
In the world

The largest hurricane in its history, "Melissa," has struck Jamaica, leaving over half a million residents without power.

The hurricane "Melissa" caused the displacement of about 15,000 residents of Jamaica to temporary shelters. As a result of the storm, 530,000 households were left without electricity, with a total population of the country at 2.8 million people. In the capital, Kingston, authorities also warned of the possible appearance of crocodiles that left their usual habitats due to flooding. The storm passed through Jamaica in less than a day and is already moving north towards Cuba, where it

29.10.2025, 12:05
Local news / Exclusive

In the Jeti-Oguz District, the 100th anniversary of the social service was celebrated

In the Jeti-Oguz district, a celebration was held for the 100th anniversary of the establishment of the social service, as reported by Gulbara Zhaanbaeva, head of the Department of Labor, Social Welfare, and Migration of the district. She noted that as part of the festive event, the results of work in the social sphere were summarized, and the achievements of employees and the quality of services provided to the population were highlighted.

29.10.2025, 12:04
Economy

More than 11,800 entrepreneurs in the Kyrgyz Republic received interest-free loans

As part of the initiative "Emergency Support for Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises," interest-free loans totaling 9 billion 435 million 925 thousand soms have been issued. This was reported on "Birinchi Radio" by Bermet Musakozhoeva, the director of the credit line management department of the Ministry of Finance of Kyrgyzstan. As of October 1, 2025, since the start of the project, financial support has been provided to 11,821 entrepreneurs.

29.10.2025, 12:04
Kazakhstan Can No Longer Import Electric Vehicles Duty-Free
Economy

Kazakhstan Can No Longer Import Electric Vehicles Duty-Free

Kazakhstan has completed the use of the quota for duty-free import of electric vehicles established by the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU). This has resulted in many cars being stuck at the border, with owners unable to retrieve their vehicles. This situation raises doubts about the sustainable development of the electric vehicle market in the country and undermines the course towards a "green" economy, reports Arbat Media.

29.10.2025, 12:03
Local news / Exclusive

How the Fight Against Drugs Began in Kyrgyzstan: The Case of 1937 in Karakol

In the book "Drug Situation: Analysis, Diagnosis, Prognosis," Lieutenant General of Police and Doctor of Law Bolotbek Nogoybaev shares a story about the arrest of a resident of Przhevalsk (now Karakol) with a large batch of drugs. This event took place in 1937 when N.D. Bey, who had multiple previous convictions, was arrested with 20 kg of opium and a significant amount of cash.

29.10.2025, 12:03
Local news

CPJ calls for the reversal of the decision to recognize Temirov Live and Kloop as extremist

The Committee to Protect Journalists (CPJ) expressed protest against the court's decision issued on October 27 in Kyrgyzstan, which recognized the materials of the publications Temirov Live and Kloop as "extremist." This court ruling also stated that the activities of the founder of Temirov Live, Bolot Temirov, and the founder of Kloop, Rinat Tukhvatshin, are considered "extremist." Gulnoza Said, CPJ's Europe and Central Asia Program Coordinator, noted: "This

29.10.2025, 12:02
Local news

When will traffic on Fuchik Street in Bishkek be opened?

The Head of the Department of Transport and Development of Road Transport Infrastructure of the Bishkek City Hall, Azamat Osmonaliev, announced that traffic on Fuchik Street is scheduled to open on November 15. In an interview on "Birinchi Radio," he noted that a major overhaul of 13 central streets was planned for 2025, and work has been completed on 12 of them. Currently, repairs are ongoing on Fuchik Street on the section from Profsoyuznaya Street to the Big Chui Canal on the

29.10.2025, 12:01
Economy

Banks in Kyrgyzstan will be required to justify the pricing of their services

The National Bank of Kyrgyzstan has proposed amendments to a number of legislative acts related to pricing and antimonopoly control. The draft document is currently available for public discussion. The main objective of these changes is to create a competitive, transparent, and innovative environment in the banking and payment services sector in the country.

29.10.2025, 12:00