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Sayak Uulu Kanibek appointed as deputy director of the opera and ballet theater
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Sayak Uulu Kanibek appointed as deputy director of the opera and ballet theater

The appointment of Kanibek Sayak Uulu as the deputy director of the A. Maldybaev Kyrgyz National Academic Theatre of Opera and Ballet has been announced by the Ministry of Culture. The inauguration is scheduled for November 19, 2025. Sayak Uulu Kanibek has over ten years of experience in the field of arts and culture. He was born on March 26, 1991, in the village of Kochkor, located in the Naryn region.

25.11.2025, 13:16
A new seed sowing method has been implemented in the Kyrgyz Republic, proving its effectiveness
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A new seed sowing method has been implemented in the Kyrgyz Republic, proving its effectiveness

In Kyrgyzstan, an innovative seed sowing method has been introduced for the first time, which significantly reduces the use of fertilizers, increases yield, and decreases the number of weeds. The effectiveness of this method has been confirmed by more than a decade of experience. This was reported by Nurdin Dovletov, head of the Department of Regional Interaction and Land Resources of the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry.

25.11.2025, 13:15
Local news

The audit revealed discrepancies in the reports of the Municipal Enterprise "Bishkek City Architecture".

In the report of the Accounts Chamber on the execution of the budget of the Bishkek City Hall for 2023, significant discrepancies were found in the accounting and financial reporting of the state institution "Bishkekglavarkhitektura". The document also mentions other violations of legislation. At the beginning of the year, the difference between accounting data and reporting amounted to 79 million 912.4 thousand soms, and by the end of 2023, it increased to 96 million 148.6 thousand

25.11.2025, 13:15
The International Student Film Festival "Peace to the World!" Opened at KNU
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The International Student Film Festival "Peace to the World!" Opened at KNU

As part of the Institute of Journalism and Communication of KNU, the grand opening of the international student film festival "Peace to the World!" took place, dedicated to the anniversary of the Great Victory. The festival encompasses a wide range of participants: the program features works by students from countries such as Russia, Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, Mongolia, and Tajikistan. This important event aims to convey historical memory through the art of cinema and promote cultural

25.11.2025, 13:13
The largest stadium in Central Asia is set to open in 2026
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The largest stadium in Central Asia is set to open in 2026

On the program "Elden Sobol" at the "Kabar" agency, the Deputy Minister of Construction, Architecture, and Housing and Communal Services, Talant Imanakun uulu, announced the completion timeline for the "Azattyk Arena" stadium. According to him, the work is being carried out under the supervision of the Presidential Administration. The stadium will accommodate 51,000 spectators, making it the largest in Central Asia. "The project includes parking for over

25.11.2025, 13:10
Local news

"Tired of Transfers". City Residents Complain About Lack of Public Transport

The Call center Kaktus.media received inquiries from residents about the lack of public transport. ***- We live on Auezov Street between the neighborhoods "Tunguch" and "Alamedin-1", and there are no buses from us to "Kirkomstroma" and "Dordoy Motors". Many people work in this direction, and we have to make transfers. Previously, minibuses No. 166 and No. 137 operated on Auezov, but they were canceled without offering an alternative. We ask to restore bus

25.11.2025, 13:10
Local news / Exclusive

Gardeners of Jet-Oguz Plan to Supply Apples and Apricots to China

In the Jeti-Oguz district of the Issyk-Kul region, plans are underway to export apples and apricots to China. As Talantbek Bazarbaev, a resident of the village of Tosor, told Turmush, the village is located on the southern shore of Lake Issyk-Kul, at the junction of the Ton and Jeti-Oguz districts. There are over 600 hectares of orchards with apple trees in the rural area. "This year, the harvest was quite good. Personally, we sold apples directly from our more than 4 hectares of apple

25.11.2025, 13:09
Local news

Schools in Russia will notify the Ministry of Internal Affairs about the enrollment of migrant children

Starting from 2026, educational institutions in Russia will be required to transfer information about the enrollment and unavailability for enrollment of migrant children to the Ministry of Internal Affairs. This initiative involves three key ministries: the Ministry of Education, the Ministry of Digital Development, Communications and Mass Media, and the Ministry of Internal Affairs, as reported by TASS. The Ministry of Education will be responsible for collecting the necessary data, while the

25.11.2025, 13:08
Ministry of Construction on Renovation: No One Will Be Left on the Streets
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Ministry of Construction on Renovation: No One Will Be Left on the Streets

In the broadcast of the program "Elden Sobol" by the Kabar agency, the Deputy Minister of Construction, Architecture, and Housing and Communal Services, Talant Imanakun uulu, shared information about the upcoming launch of renovation in the capital. According to the deputy minister, the renovation initiative was raised by Minister Nurdana Oruntaev at the beginning of the year. "The situation requires action. The area of free land in Bishkek is decreasing, while the population

25.11.2025, 13:06
Ecology

The Ecological Supervision Service fined the branch of LLC "China Railway International" 146,000 soms for a number of environmental violations.

The Naryn Regional Office of the Ecological Supervision Service conducted an unscheduled inspection of the branch of the LLC "China Railway International". According to information provided by the ecological supervision service, the following violations were identified during the inspections in accordance with the Code of Offenses: - Article 115, paragraph 1 — Storage and disposal of household waste in unauthorized places; - Article 115, paragraph 2 — Disposal of industrial and

25.11.2025, 13:04
Local news

At the age of 85, ABBA musician Jan Kling has passed away

According to the Swedish publication Aftonbladet, Jan Kling passed away at the age of 85. His son, Mattias Kling, confirmed this sad news. Jan became known for his mastery of the saxophone and flute, which can be heard on albums such as Super Trouper (1980) and The Visitors (1981). He also performed the famous flute introduction to ABBA's song Fernando.

25.11.2025, 13:03
Local news

Sergey Bezrukov filed a lawsuit over the sale of masks with his face on marketplaces

Actor Sergey Bezrukov has filed a lawsuit in the Khamovnichesky Court of Moscow, seeking to protect his rights. He demands to stop the production of masks featuring his image, as reported by the press service of the courts of general jurisdiction. Bezrukov claims that his personal data, including his first name, last name, and image, are being used without his consent. In his lawsuit, he requests the court to prohibit an individual entrepreneur from distributing his personal data on the

25.11.2025, 13:00
Local news / Cultural news

The land plot of the Naryn Drama Theater has been returned to the state, - Ministry of Culture

The state has returned a land plot that was previously under the management of the Naryn Regional Academic Musical Drama Theater named after Muratbek Ryskulov. This information was announced by the press service of the Ministry of Culture. The area of the plot is 0.15 hectares, and it is located at: Naryn city, S. Orozbak street, 45/g. The estimated value of the land is about 33 million soms.

25.11.2025, 12:58
Local news / Exclusive

Construction of the "Jeynis" and "Zhashtyk" parks in Batken is being delayed

In Batken, the construction of the parks "Jengish" and "Zhashtyk" is ongoing, as reported by a Turmush correspondent. The work on creating these parks began in February of this year. Initially, it was planned that the project would be completed by January 2026. However, the contractor expressed the intention to finish the construction ahead of schedule and put the facilities into operation earlier.

25.11.2025, 12:58
Local news / Cultural news

A working trip on the protection of historical and cultural heritage took place in Kum-Döbö

On November 22, a working trip dedicated to the protection and study of medieval historical monuments took place in Kum-Döbö, located in the Kochkor district of the Naryn region. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Culture. The delegation included State Secretary Marat Imankulov, Minister of Culture, Information and Youth Policy Mirbek Mambetaliev, as well as the head of the Department for Policy Development, Monitoring, and Reform Analysis of the Presidential

25.11.2025, 12:53
Local news / Cultural news

How the Opening of Indian Film Days in Kyrgyzstan Went

The opening ceremony of the Indian Film Days in Kyrgyzstan took place on November 21 at the T. Abdumomunov Kyrgyz National Academic Drama Theater. According to the Ministry of Culture, Information and Youth Policy of the Kyrgyz Republic, important guests at the event included the Ambassador of India, Berender Singh Yadav, and the Director of the Department of Cinematography, Talant Tolobekov.

25.11.2025, 12:53
Culture / Local news / Cultural news

The 1979 film by Algimantas Vidugiris, which uncovered traces of an unknown civilization at the bottom of Lake Issyk-Kul, has been digitized.

In 1979, the artistic-documentary film by Algimantas Vidugiris titled "Report on the Legend" was released, which became iconic due to its discoveries at the bottom of Lake Issyk-Kul. Recently, the film has been digitized. From 1976 to 1979, a team led by Vidugiris conducted a unique expedition aimed at finding a sunken city. During the research, traces of a previously unknown civilization that existed 2,500 years ago were discovered.

25.11.2025, 12:45
Damage to the Ecology of the Kyrgyz Republic. A Foreigner, the CEO of the Gold Mining Site "Dolpran," Detained
Incidents / Exclusive

Damage to the Ecology of the Kyrgyz Republic. A Foreigner, the CEO of the Gold Mining Site "Dolpran," Detained

The General Director of LLC "Kemin Resource Group", a citizen of the People's Republic of China, T.D., has been detained as part of an investigation conducted by the State Committee for National Security of the Kyrgyz Republic (GKNB KR). During a check conducted with the participation of specialists from the Ministry of Natural Resources and the Forest Service of the Ministry of Emergency Situations, serious violations concerning the ecology at the gold mining site

25.11.2025, 12:38
A Tokmok resident bought a car through Lalafo but fell victim to a scammer.
Incidents / Exclusive

A Tokmok resident bought a car through Lalafo but fell victim to a scammer.

The Main Internal Affairs Directorate of the Chui region reported the detention of a suspect in a fraud case related to the purchase of a car through the Lalafo platform. According to law enforcement agencies, a resident of Tokmok, known as D.N., filed a complaint with the Internal Affairs Department of the Kemin district. He stated that on November 9, 2025, he found an advertisement for the sale of a Volkswagen Passat on the Lalafo app. After communicating with the seller, he transferred

25.11.2025, 12:31
Politics / Exclusive

In the Osh City Kenesh, a new deputy has been elected

At the meeting of the Osh City Council held on November 25, a new member from the "Bir Bol" faction was announced. As reported by our correspondent Turmush, Alimov Kozimjon Nosirovich replaced Joomart Zhorobaev in the deputy position. This appointment was announced during the regular session of the city council, where the new deputy was officially introduced to those present.

25.11.2025, 12:26
By the end of the year, the Ministry of Construction plans to put 250 social facilities into operation.
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By the end of the year, the Ministry of Construction plans to put 250 social facilities into operation.

As part of its program, the Ministry of Construction, Architecture, and Housing and Communal Services plans to put 250 social facilities into operation across the country by the end of this year. Deputy Minister Talant Imanakun uulu shared this information during the broadcast of the program "Elden Sobol" on the Kabar agency. According to him, work is currently underway on 651 facilities. Of this number, construction is being carried out on 422 facilities, while the others are at the

25.11.2025, 12:25
Health

In Kyrgyzstan, a campaign has been launched for World AIDS Day

In Kyrgyzstan, an initiative dedicated to World AIDS Day has been launched. The campaign is held under the slogan: "Together we will defeat HIV by caring for ourselves and for each other," reports the Republican Center for Hepatitis and HIV Control. December 1 marks this important day, and this year the focus is on youth, as well as on informing about HIV, sexual and reproductive health, including issues related to giving birth to healthy children.

25.11.2025, 12:18
Kyrgyzstan joined the Samarkand Declaration on the Conservation of Wildlife in Central Asia
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Kyrgyzstan joined the Samarkand Declaration on the Conservation of Wildlife in Central Asia

Kyrgyz Republic has become part of the Samarkand Declaration and the Action Plan covering the period from 2026 to 2032. This document aims at the sustainable use of resources of wild flora and fauna, as well as combating illegal trade in wild animals and plants. This information was provided by the press service of the Ministry of Natural Resources. The signing of the document took place during the 20th Conference of the Parties to the CITES Convention, where representatives from five Central

25.11.2025, 12:14
Local news / Cultural news

The Historical Museum of Kyrgyzstan and the Grodekovo Museum of the Khabarovsk Territory will cooperate

A meeting took place in Bishkek between Zhyldyz Bakashova, the director of the National Historical Museum of Kyrgyzstan, and Ivan Kryukov, the general director of the Grodekovo Museum of the Khabarovsk Territory, who is also the chairman of the Council of the Russian Historical Society and a candidate of historical sciences. The main goal of Kryukov's visit was to develop inter-museum cooperation. According to information provided by the Ministry of Culture, the participants in the

25.11.2025, 12:12
Photographers from Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, and Uzbekistan presented their works in Paris
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Photographers from Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, and Uzbekistan presented their works in Paris

, Ulugbek BABAKULOV Photos by Ulugbek Babakulov. Photography exhibition in Paris In the heart of France, the exhibition titled Regards sur l’Asie Centrale was opened, dedicated to the culture of Central Asia. Photographers from Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, and Uzbekistan participated in this project, showcasing their best works. This event has become one of the most significant cultural happenings of the season in France. The exhibition offers not just a collection of photographs but immerses

25.11.2025, 12:12
Exclusive

Folk Legends: A Sword of Zulpukor is Hidden Near This Talas Village

Not far from the village of Aral, located in the Talas district of the Talas region, there is a kuboz that was built between the 12th and 14th centuries. Gamal Soronkulov, an activist, noted that the history of this kuboz has not yet been properly researched. There are numerous legends passed down from generation to generation. "Various myths circulate among the local residents related to this kuboz. However, no one has conducted an in-depth study of this historical site. Many know it as

25.11.2025, 12:10
"Burano Grandmothers" Take a Break: Bishkek Grandmothers Shine at the Agricultural Fair
Economy

"Burano Grandmothers" Take a Break: Bishkek Grandmothers Shine at the Agricultural Fair

The weekly agricultural market in Bishkek, held every Sunday, is not only a place for shopping but also a true cultural center for the locals. It has a lively and friendly atmosphere that captivates even foreign guests. This Sunday will be remembered for the performance of the veterans' choir "Red Carnation." Their energetic program left no one indifferent: retirees, farmers, and even guests from Malaysia, who came for shopping, couldn't resist and started dancing.

25.11.2025, 12:10
Farmers Take Note. An Innovative Seed Sowing Method Implemented in Kyrgyzstan
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Farmers Take Note. An Innovative Seed Sowing Method Implemented in Kyrgyzstan

In the Kyrgyz Republic, an advanced seed sowing method has been implemented for the first time, which has already proven its effectiveness in practice over many years. This was reported by Nurdin Dovletov, head of the Department of Interaction with Regions and Land Resources of the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry. Dovletov noted that this method significantly reduces fertilizer consumption, helps increase yields, and limits weed growth. Additionally, it helps

25.11.2025, 12:06
OAO "Airports of Kyrgyzstan" informs passengers about temporary road restrictions due to the CSTO Summit.
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OAO "Airports of Kyrgyzstan" informs passengers about temporary road restrictions due to the CSTO Summit.

The Collective Security Treaty Organization (CSTO) Summit is currently taking place in Bishkek. In this regard, temporary traffic restrictions have been implemented on several streets of the city, including on routes leading to Manas International Airport. JSC "Airports of Kyrgyzstan" warns passengers that access to the airport may be temporarily closed when official delegations are passing through. These measures are being taken by government authorities to ensure the safety of all

25.11.2025, 12:03
Local news / Exclusive

More than 4000 households in the village of Kyzyl-Suu gained access to drinking water

In the Jeti-Oguz district of the Issyk-Kul region, in the village of Kyzyl-Suu, over 4,000 households and about 18,000 residents have gained access to clean drinking water. Present at the event were the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Food Processing Bakyt Torobaev, the head of the World Bank office in Kyrgyzstan Hugh Riddell, and representatives of local authorities.

25.11.2025, 12:02
Bakyt Torobaev familiarized himself with the activities of the Potato Farming Development Center "Tyup"
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Bakyt Torobaev familiarized himself with the activities of the Potato Farming Development Center "Tyup"

html On November 24, 2025, the Minister of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry, Bakyt Torobaev, visited the Potato Development Center "Tyup," located in the Issyk-Kul region. During his visit, he familiarized himself with the center's operations and the process of storing seed potatoes, as reported by the ministry's press service. The center focuses on the production of seed potatoes and providing farmers with quality planting material using modern

25.11.2025, 11:58
Photo gallery / Local news / Cultural news

A Cultural IT Center Opened in the City of Sulukta. Photo

On November 21, a ceremony was held in Sulyukt for the opening of a cultural center named after Ubada Saburova, a renowned public figure. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Culture. High-ranking guests attended the event, including Deputy Minister of Culture and Youth Policy Marat Tagaev, the presidential representative in the Batken region Aibek Shamenov, as well as the akim of the Leilek district Zhenishbek Asylbek and the mayor of Sulyukt Bolot Abdyjaparov. Also among

25.11.2025, 11:57
Temporary road closures to "Manas" are introduced during the CSTO summit
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Temporary road closures to "Manas" are introduced during the CSTO summit

In connection with the CSTO summit being held in Bishkek, JSC "Airports of Kyrgyzstan" warns passengers about possible difficulties in accessing Manas International Airport. The city has implemented enhanced security measures, which are leading to temporary traffic restrictions on several streets, including routes leading to the airport.

25.11.2025, 11:50
Construction of a new tourist center has begun in Karkyra
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Construction of a new tourist center has begun in Karkyra

Construction of a new tourist center has begun at the Karkyra pasture, located in the Tup district of the Issyk-Kul region. This was reported by the Issyk-Kul Development Fund. According to the fund, a local businessman presented the project and requested financial assistance. The supervisory board approved the allocation of an interest-free loan in the amount of 15 million soms.

25.11.2025, 11:48
Health

In Kyrgyzstan, assistance for children with oncology is provided in two specialized institutions

Sultan Stambekov, head of the pediatric oncology department, reported that assistance for children suffering from oncology is provided in two specialized medical institutions. One of them is located in Bishkek — it is the pediatric oncology department at the National Center for Maternal and Child Health. This center has 35 beds for children with various tumors and another 35 for patients suffering from hemoblastoses. The department includes intensive care rooms with 4 beds and palliative beds

25.11.2025, 11:45
Apple threatened India with hefty fines for importing iPhones to Russia
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Apple threatened India with hefty fines for importing iPhones to Russia

Photo from the internet Indian retailers may face hefty fines for selling Apple products if devices are activated using foreign SIM cards within 90 days of purchase. In this case, stores will be at risk, although specific fine amounts are not specified. This was reported by RBC. Interestingly, Apple previously rarely warned its distributors about such risks, but now the company has adopted a stricter approach, according to the Indian publication MoneyControl. In the event of violations, stores

25.11.2025, 11:39