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In Kyrgyzstan, over 1,400 kilometers of roads have been paved - a record figure

As of November 20, 2025, the Ministry of Transport and Communications announced outstanding results in road construction. This year, 1,430 kilometers of roads were paved, significantly exceeding the planned volumes. The department noted that work continues taking into account weather conditions and other factors. In the Ministry of Transport, it was emphasized that, thanks to government support, special attention is being paid to the repair of key highways, as well as state and local roads,

24.11.2025, 18:27
Economy

Minister of Health: We need to ban drug advertising and reduce the number of pharmacies

In an interview with the publication "Kabar," Health Minister Erkin Checheybaev proposed banning the advertising of medications and reducing the number of pharmacies in the country. He noted that, unlike bakeries, where competition helps improve product quality, there is a significant information imbalance in the pharmaceutical sector. Checheybaev emphasized that patients often do not know how medications work and what their side effects are. "Doctors and pharmaceutical companies

24.11.2025, 18:24
Local news / Exclusive

In the Sokuluk District, an agricultural fair took place — how much meat and other goods cost

On the central square in the administrative center of the Sokuluk district, an agricultural fair was held, organized by local farmers. Visitors could familiarize themselves with a variety of agricultural products, including fresh and high-quality food items. The price of beef at the fair was 650 soms per kilogram. The meat, which was previously sold at a price of 700 soms per kilogram in local stores, is now being sold for 650 soms.

24.11.2025, 18:19
Zheenbek Kulubaev met with the special envoy of the Korean Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Lee Uk-hon.
Politics / Exclusive

Zheenbek Kulubaev met with the special envoy of the Korean Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Lee Uk-hon.

The meeting between Zheenbek Kulubaev, the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic, and the special envoy of the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Korea, Lee Uk-hon, took place to discuss current issues of bilateral and multilateral relations. During the conversation, the focus was on cooperation within the framework of the "Central Asia + Republic of Korea" dialogue. Kulubaev emphasized the importance of deepening political dialogue and practical cooperation, noting that the

24.11.2025, 18:18
Sports

Kyrgyzstan Premier League: Maxim Shatskikh Became the Coach of "Asia"

The football club "Asia," a newcomer to the Kyrgyzstan Premier League from Talas, has chosen its new head coach. Maxim Shatskikh, known for his successes in Uzbek and Ukrainian football, has been appointed to this position. Previously, Shatskikh worked at the Uzbek club "Andijan," where the goalkeeper of the Kyrgyzstan national team, Erjan Tokotaev, played.

24.11.2025, 18:13
Turkey is ready to deploy troops in Gaza despite Israel's wishes
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Turkey is ready to deploy troops in Gaza despite Israel's wishes

According to information, the United States supports Turkey's participation in the International Stabilization Forces, which were formed after Ankara, together with Egypt and Qatar, played a key role in the ceasefire in Gaza last month. It is expected that both combat and engineering units will be involved in the deployment. However, Turkey hopes that the U.S. can guarantee the cessation of Israel's military operations in Gaza before the full deployment of international forces.

24.11.2025, 18:11
Music / Exclusive

The museum housing armor weighing about 9 kg has temporarily moved to a new administrative building in the city of Manas.

The historical and local lore museum, located in the city of Manas in the Jalal-Abad region, has temporarily moved to a new administrative building, as its previous location has become unsafe for operation. This museum houses over 6,000 exhibits. The museum director, Zhamiliya Temirova, reported that the old building at 1 T. Bayzakov Avenue has fallen into disrepair and needs to be closed. "After re-registration with the Ministry of Justice, we updated the charter, regulations, and the

24.11.2025, 18:08
Health / Exclusive

Season of ARVI and flu in Batken — the situation was discussed by the chief sanitary doctor Koshbaeva

In the Batken region, there is an increase in cases of ARVI and influenza, with children under 14 years old being the most affected. This was reported by Asel Koshbaeva, the chief physician of the Batken Interdistrict Center for Disease Prevention and State Sanitary and Epidemiological Surveillance. Koshbaeva noted that comparing data for the 10 months of 2024 and 2025, there were 18,345 cases registered in 2024, while for the same period in 2025, there were already 23,066 cases. This is an

24.11.2025, 17:59
Exclusive

No casualties, but with serious damage: 11 fires in one day in the Osh region

On November 24, 11 fires occurred in the city of Osh and its surroundings, as reported by the press service of the Ministry of Emergency Situations. According to available data, fires broke out in the districts of Nookat, Uzgen, and Kara-Suu, engulfing residential buildings, barns, sheds, as well as open areas with hay, cotton, and firewood.

24.11.2025, 17:49
Economy

A New MTS Opened in the Issyk-Kul Region

The Ak-Suysky Machine and Tractor Station (MTS) has started its operations in Issyk-Kul, as reported by the press service of the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry. The station aims to increase potato production in three districts: Tyup, Ak-Su, and Jeti-Oguz. It will contribute to improving product quality, reducing production costs, enhancing food security, and improving the socio-economic situation. For these purposes, 108 million soms have been allocated from

24.11.2025, 17:49
Zheenbek Kulubaev met with the Special Envoy of the Korean Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Lee Uk-hon
Politics / Exclusive

Zheenbek Kulubaev met with the Special Envoy of the Korean Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Lee Uk-hon

The Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic, Zheenbek Kulubaev, held a meeting with Lee Uk-hon, who is the Special Envoy of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Korea. During the negotiations, issues of bilateral and multilateral cooperation were discussed, including interaction within the framework of the "Central Asia + Republic of Korea" dialogue. Kulubaev noted the importance of deepening political dialogue and practical cooperation, adding that the

24.11.2025, 17:49
Vladimir Putin will make a state visit to Kyrgyzstan
Politics / Exclusive

Vladimir Putin will make a state visit to Kyrgyzstan

From November 25 to 27 of this year, Vladimir Putin, the President of the Russian Federation, will visit Kyrgyzstan on a state visit. This was announced by Sagynbek Abdumutalip, who heads the foreign policy department of the President's Administration of the Kyrgyz Republic. This visit is organized at the invitation of Sadyr Japarov, the President of Kyrgyzstan, and it is expected to be an important step in strengthening the strategic partnership and allied relations between the two

24.11.2025, 17:42
Sports

Legendary Kazakh Boxer Elected President of World Boxing

Gennady Golovkin, a distinguished master of sports from Kazakhstan, has become the president of the international federation World Boxing, as reported by Tengrinews. Significant Achievements of GolovkinGolovkin is the 2003 world champion and a silver medalist at the 2004 Olympics. In his professional career, he gained worldwide fame, having fought 45 matches and won 42 of them, 37 of which were by knockout. His record includes two losses and one draw. The boxer held titles from WBC, IBF, IBO,

24.11.2025, 17:42
Adylbek Kasymaliev familiarized himself with the work of the "Torugart" checkpoint and the new coal mine in the Naryn region.
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Adylbek Kasymaliev familiarized himself with the work of the "Torugart" checkpoint and the new coal mine in the Naryn region.

During his working trip to the Naryn region, the Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers and Head of the Presidential Administration of the Kyrgyz Republic, Adylbek Kasymaliev, visited the checkpoint "Torugart" and the coal pit "Torugart-1". At the "Torugart" checkpoint, he got acquainted with the updated citizen service point, which was put into operation after repairs. Then, Adylbek Kasymaliev visited the border unit "Chatyr-Kol", where he learned about

24.11.2025, 17:41
What to replace bread and potatoes with, which Health Minister Erkin Checheybaev urged to abandon?
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What to replace bread and potatoes with, which Health Minister Erkin Checheybaev urged to abandon?

The minister also recommended that Kyrgyz citizens reduce their food intake. Nutrition expert Daniyar Derkembaev commented on the advice of Minister of Health Erkin Checheybaev that citizens should refuse bread, potatoes, sugar, salt, sweet drinks, and other "harmful" products. In his opinion, switching to vegetables and whole grains can be a good alternative, as they are more affordable than meat and fish.

24.11.2025, 17:39
Local news / Exclusive

A new procedure for boarding and alighting passengers in public transport has been introduced in Osh

A new regulation for boarding and alighting passengers in public transport has been introduced in Osh. According to the new rules, entry into the bus is through the front door, where passengers pay for their fare, and exit is through the rear door. This information was presented by Nurbek Ismailov, the head of the municipal transport enterprise of the city. Ismailov noted that over the past week, the enterprise's employees have been actively informing the public about the changes.

24.11.2025, 17:39
Local news / Exclusive

Coal sales points opened on the pasture lands of the racetrack in Naryn — the prosecutor's office took action after a complaint

In the administrative center of the Jumgal district of the Naryn region, in the village of Chayek, the activities of four private coal storage facilities located on the pasture lands of the autodrome have been completed. According to information from the prosecutor's office, these storage facilities were closed by order of the supervisory authority.

24.11.2025, 17:38
Local news

Street Trade in Bishkek: Inspectors Issued 114 Protocols for 362,000 Som in One Week

From November 17 to 23, the department responsible for combating illegal trade in the Municipal Inspection conducted 37 raid activities and carried out 25 duty shifts. According to the inspection, the raids were aimed at checking various public places and markets in the city, including sites such as Ortosaisky, Alamedinsky, Oshsky, as well as the "Dordoy" market, the "Chynar" and "Ak-Emmir" markets, the central square of Ala-Too, and the shopping centers TSUM

24.11.2025, 17:37
Local news / Exclusive

In Batken, 64 schoolchildren who relocated from the border area are studying in nearby schools

In the Batken region, in the village of Zhany-Dostuk, 64 children who have relocated from border areas with their families are studying in nearby educational institutions. Additionally, 23 children attend kindergarten. The main educational institutions that the schoolchildren travel to are located in the village of Buzhum and in the urban gymnasiums of Batken. The distance between the new village and the city exceeds 5 kilometers. The cost of transportation is 40 soms, but students receive a

24.11.2025, 17:32
Exclusive

Store owner deceived into giving away 4 mobile phones: Suspect found in Bishkek

A man was detained in Bishkek for fraudulently acquiring four mobile phones, reported the press service of the Interior Ministry of the Batken region. It became known that a resident of Batken, T.A., filed a complaint with law enforcement about fraud. He stated that 28-year-old R.B., having gained his trust, took four devices worth a total of 57,700 soms from his store, which sells mobile phones and accessories:

24.11.2025, 17:31
Local news

The city of Naryn received special equipment and buses

During his working trip to the Naryn region, the Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers Adylbek Kasymaliev attended a ceremony dedicated to the handover of keys for new specialized equipment and buses for the city of Naryn. According to information provided by the Cabinet, Kasymaliev familiarized himself with the new buses and specialized equipment that were purchased for the needs of municipal and city services. As part of the signed agreement, which includes the acquisition of 34 units of

24.11.2025, 17:26
Local news

No Time Even for the Dog. Checheybaev Shared How His Life Changed After the Appointment

In an interview with the publication "Kabar," Erkin Checheybaev shared how his life has changed since he took the position of Minister of Health. Currently, he lives in a one-room apartment and has an Alabai dog. "Previously, I walked my dog twice a day. Now, due to a lack of time, she is in a kennel. I try to visit her on Sundays, but that doesn't always work out. However, I believe these are temporary difficulties," the minister said.

24.11.2025, 17:26
Incidents

A video of the beginning of the conflict in Manas has appeared online

A video has surfaced online that allegedly captures the early moments of a mass brawl in Manas. The footage shows a group of young people starting to argue, which eventually escalates into a physical confrontation. According to the footage, the conflict arose after guys from the "Sputnik" neighborhood beat up two representatives of the SMU. The victims called their acquaintances, which led to a mass brawl between the two groups. According to the Jalal-Abad region's Internal

24.11.2025, 17:20
Local news / Exclusive

A fine of 86,000 soms has been imposed on the LLC "Granite LTD," - Ministry of Natural Resources

A video has surfaced online showing thick smoke billowing from a crushing workshop located in the rural district of Manas in the Kara-Suu region of the Osh province. In response to this incident, the Osh territorial administration of the Ministry of Natural Resources, Ecology, and Technical Control decided to impose fines on the enterprise. According to Asanbek Mamyrayimov, the head of the administration, on November 16, 2025, a complaint regarding this video was received by the regional office

24.11.2025, 17:17
Exclusive

The Internal Affairs Department is verifying information that a candidate for the city council promised 100,000 soms for the installation of a transformer.

In the Osh region, law enforcement agencies are investigating information about a possible vote-buying by a candidate for the Jogorku Kenesh from electoral district No. 9. Information has surfaced on social media that K.Y.K., who announced her candidacy for parliament, allegedly promised to allocate 100,000 soms for the installation of a transformer during her campaign. It is also reported that she left 50,000 soms in cash for voters.

24.11.2025, 17:16
Local news

In Bishkek, fines totaling nearly 3 million soms were imposed in a week for violations of landscaping regulations.

From November 17 to 23, the municipal inspection in Bishkek conducted 54 raids and organized 32 duty shifts aimed at monitoring compliance with landscaping regulations. During these events, 729 business entities of various forms of ownership were checked to assess their compliance with sanitary norms and landscaping rules. As a result of the inspections, 363 protocols were drawn up, with a total fine amounting to 2 million 976 thousand soms in accordance with the Code of Offenses. The

24.11.2025, 17:16
Masters of Taste: The Chefs of "Kumtor" Won Five Gold Medals in Turkey
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Masters of Taste: The Chefs of "Kumtor" Won Five Gold Medals in Turkey

At the international gastronomic festival in Antalya, the chefs from the catering service of the 'Kumtor' mine showcased their skills. The culinary team achieved outstanding results, leaving competitors from many countries behind. The jury evaluated their work, awarding prizes in several challenging categories.

24.11.2025, 17:12
Cities / Education news

The Bishkek City Hall unjustifiably allocated 19.4 million soms to the G. Gmainera School in 2023, audit finds

In 2023, the Bishkek city administration allocated funding to the SOS educational complex named after G. Gmeiner in the amount of 19 million 486.9 thousand soms without sufficient grounds. This information was presented in the audit report of the Accounts Chamber regarding the execution of the capital city's budget. The SOS educational complex was established on April 15, 2010, as a result of joint efforts by the city administration and the public foundation "SOS Children's

24.11.2025, 17:07
In Tajikistan, a drone was used to eliminate Afghan smugglers
Incidents

In Tajikistan, a drone was used to eliminate Afghan smugglers

The border troops of Tajikistan have for the first time used a locally produced drone to neutralize a group of Afghan smugglers attempting to illegally cross the border. This was reported by Tajik media, citing official sources. According to the State Committee for National Security (SCNS), on the night of November 20, border guards noticed a group of seven individuals in the Hamadoni area. At 22:50, a drone was launched, which successfully struck the violators.

24.11.2025, 17:05
"The revised peace plan discussed at the meeting between the US and Ukraine in Geneva was not conveyed to Moscow, - Peskov"
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"The revised peace plan discussed at the meeting between the US and Ukraine in Geneva was not conveyed to Moscow, - Peskov"

Dmitry Peskov Peskov noted that the Kremlin is closely monitoring the news from Geneva; however, no official information on this matter has been received yet. "No, we have not received any information so far," he emphasized, urging reliance on official sources rather than media leaks. According to information received in mid-November, the United States has prepared a plan for a peaceful settlement in Ukraine, consisting of 28 points. This document includes a number of concessions

24.11.2025, 17:03
Local news / Exclusive

In Naryn Region, the mosque "Yntymak" was opened, built with donations from residents

In the Naryn region, in the village of Kyzyl-Jyldyz, the opening of a mosque built with the funds of local residents took place, reports Turmush correspondent. Attending the ceremony were the akim, local officials, the imam-khatib, and residents who witnessed this event. The mosque, named "Yntymak" in the spirit of unity, was constructed with the support of the community. Prayers and blessings were offered for all participants of the ceremony.

24.11.2025, 16:59
A section of Chingiz Aitmatov Avenue reopened for traffic in Bishkek after repairs
Local news

A section of Chingiz Aitmatov Avenue reopened for traffic in Bishkek after repairs

Photo from social media. The section of Chingiz Aitmatov Avenue that has been opened after repairs After two months of repair work, a section of Chingiz Aitmatov Avenue in Bishkek has been reopened, which runs from Masaliev Street to Akhunbaev Street. The road is now six lanes wide, as reported by 24.kg citing the city administration. It should be noted that the road reconstruction began at the end of September, and an underground passage has been constructed in this section, which is planned

24.11.2025, 16:59
In western Turkmenistan, two reservoirs have completely dried up, - "Meteorological Journal"
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In western Turkmenistan, two reservoirs have completely dried up, - "Meteorological Journal"

Mammetsköl Reservoir in the first decade of November 2024 (left) and November 19, 2025 In the Balkan velayat of Turkmenistan, the Mammetsköl and Delili reservoirs have completely lost their water. According to information provided by "Meteojournal," this is due to a prolonged drought caused by a lack of precipitation during the winter period of 2024/2025, as well as the absence of replenishment from the Etrek River (Atrek). As of November 2024, the water surface area of Mammetsköl

24.11.2025, 16:58