Exclusive

Retro Car of the State Figure Turdakun Usubaliev

In October 2019, a GAZ-69 car, previously owned by the well-known statesman Turdakun Usubaliev, was handed over to Bakai Ömüraliev, a resident of the Naryn region. This information was confirmed to Turmush correspondent Jumanasyr Abdildaev, who had kept this retro car in his garage for 41 years. He noted that there was great interest in the vehicle, and even disputes arose regarding its ownership. Nevertheless, Jumanasyr decided that Bakai should be the one to receive this car. “Turdakun

24.10.2025, 12:54

Exclusive

"Metal Object Pierced Husband's Leg and It Had to Be Amputated": The Story of Issyk-Kul Resident Tolkunai Ablabek Kyzy

Tolkunai Ablabek kyzy, a 36-year-old resident of Issyk-Kul, shared the difficult situation her family is facing. She was born in the Ak-Suu district, and her husband, Tilek Kenzhebaev, hails from the village of An-Östön, located in the Jeti-Oguz district.

24.10.2025, 12:52

Incidents

In the KR, 19 crimes involving blockchain technologies have been registered

During the meeting of the National Council for the Development of Virtual Assets and Blockchain Technologies, Interior Minister Ulan Niyazbekov reported that in 2025, law enforcement agencies in Kyrgyzstan opened 19 criminal cases related to the use of blockchain to disguise illegal financial operations. He emphasized that innovations in technology come with both new opportunities and new threats.

24.10.2025, 12:46

Sports

Nurbek Izabekov Reveals the Main Secret of Success for Women's Wrestling in Kyrgyzstan

The head coach of the women's freestyle wrestling team of Kyrgyzstan, Nurbek Izabekov, spoke about what lies behind the successes of women's wrestling in the country. During the youth world championship held in Serbia, Nurzat Nurtayeva won a gold medal, which became the first award for Kyrgyzstan at this tournament.

24.10.2025, 12:45

Incidents

61 People Without Rights. Patrol Officers Identified Violators on the Roads of Bishkek

On October 23 in Bishkek, during a raid called "Behind the Wheel," employees of the Patrol Service of the Police discovered 61 individuals driving without a driver's license. During the inspection, the following violations were recorded:

24.10.2025, 12:42

Economy

In Kyrgyzstan, it is planned to allow banks to work with virtual assets in a pilot mode.

At the moment, there is no legal framework in Kyrgyzstan that allows banks to effectively work with virtual assets. This was reported by Farhat Iminov, head of the secretariat of the National Council for the Development of Virtual Assets and Blockchain Technologies, during a meeting in Bishkek. As Iminov noted, the lack of legal regulation creates gaps, leading to some financial operations moving into the shadow economy.

24.10.2025, 12:42

Exclusive

Mysterious Owner of the "Fraud Empire" Accused of Stealing $14 Billion in Cryptocurrency

The accusations against Chen Zhi revolve around his role as the initiator of large-scale cyber fraud, which is based on the suffering of people, as claimed by the BBC. With his youthful facial features and thin beard, he looks even younger. His rapid wealth raises questions.

24.10.2025, 12:42

Incidents

Missing Diana Sadabaeva has been found

26-year-old Diana Sadabaeva, as reported by the press service of the Lenin District Internal Affairs Department, was found on October 24. The girl went missing on October 21 when she left her home in the evening and did not return.

24.10.2025, 12:41

Economy

Sanctions Against the RF: In Addition to Banks, There Are Two More Companies from Kyrgyzstan on the List

The European Union has approved a new package of sanctions against the Russian Federation, which has become the 19th in total. The document has been published in the official EU journal. Among the new restrictions are not only measures against Russian banks and companies, but also business structures from Central Asia, China, India, and Thailand.

24.10.2025, 12:34

Local news

In 2050, the population of Bishkek may reach 2 million people

At a press conference, the Deputy Head of "Bishkek City Architecture" Aziret Akimov reported that the current population of Bishkek reaches 1 million 300 thousand people. He also noted that, according to forecasts, by 2050 the natural population growth could amount to 1 million 923 people, and taking into account migration processes, this figure could rise to 2 million.

24.10.2025, 12:32

Local news

More than 300 free surgeries were performed in Osh by Chinese ophthalmologists

From October 11 to 22, 2025, 317 free surgeries were performed by Chinese ophthalmologists at the Osh Interregional United Clinical Hospital. This was reported by the press center of the Ministry of Health. The mission of the doctors was organized as part of the project "Express Health - Bright Journey," aimed at providing high-quality ophthalmological care to residents of the southern regions of Kyrgyzstan, especially patients with cataracts and glaucoma.

24.10.2025, 12:29

Sports

Nurbek Izabekov revealed how Nurzat Nurtayeva managed to clinch victory in the U-23 World Championship final.

The head coach of the Kyrgyz women's national team in freestyle wrestling, Nurbek Izabekov, spoke about what allowed Nursat Nurtayeva to achieve victory in the final of the youth world championship held in Serbia. In the decisive match on October 23, Nursat, trailing her opponent from the USA with a score of 3:10, managed to make an impressive comeback and finished the match with a score of 11:10 in her favor.

24.10.2025, 12:28

Incidents

In Bishkek, a driver has been detained for fatally hitting a woman at a crosswalk.

In Bishkek on October 21, around 07:19, a tragic incident occurred: a driver in a Geely EV-450 car hit a 63-year-old woman at a pedestrian crossing and fled the scene. Police quickly identified the driver and apprehended him. Unfortunately, the woman died at the scene from her injuries. It was reported that the driver, born in 1998, returned to the scene after the accident, but upon seeing the body covered with a blanket, he got scared and left, hiding his car nearby at a factory.

24.10.2025, 12:27

Economy

How Excise Taxes Will Increase from 2026: Beer, Wine, and Vodka Will Become More Expensive

The Ministry of Economy and Commerce of the Kyrgyz Republic has presented for public discussion a draft resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers concerning changes to the legislation in the field of taxation. The proposed document provides for a phased increase in excise tax on alcoholic beverages from 2026 to 2029, as well as the cancellation of exemptions from excise tax and labeling for sugar-containing drinks intended for children.

24.10.2025, 12:24

Local news

The National Football Academy of the Crimean Football Union is One Year Old

Recently, the National Football Academy of the Kyrgyz Football Union celebrated its first year of operation.

24.10.2025, 12:23

News / Education news

In the new General Plan of Bishkek, social facilities are provided based on the principle of pedestrian accessibility.

At the press conference on the General Plan for Bishkek until 2050, Vice Mayor Azamat Kadyrov noted that all educational institutions in the city are overcrowded, and to solve this problem, it is necessary to build more than 700 schools. He emphasized that during the development of the new general plan, these aspects were taken into account, and specific zones for the construction of schools and kindergartens were designated.

24.10.2025, 12:21

Incidents

A half-naked girl from the bank was spotted on one of the streets of Bishkek

Witnesses reported that last night in one of the banks in Bishkek, a girl was seen walking through the city center almost without clothes. According to testimonies, she was wearing jeans and a small blue scarf, and was walking barefoot on Baytik Baatyr Street, between Mederov and Gorky Streets.

24.10.2025, 12:20

Economy

The Cabinet exempted the import of special equipment, boats, yachts, and mopeds from VAT

Changes to the decree on the application of certain provisions of the Tax Code have been made by the ministers of Kyrgyzstan. As a result of the innovations, a number of categories of special equipment, motorcycles, boats, and trailers imported into the country are now exempt from value-added tax (VAT).

24.10.2025, 12:19

Incidents

The Chuy Regional Court has tightened the sentence for the culprit of the traffic accident in which 6-year-old Ariella died.

On October 15, the Chui Regional Court issued a ruling in the case of the tragic death of 6-year-old Ariella. This was reported by the girl's mother, Keremet Sadibakassova, in an interview for "AKIpress Digest" on October 24. Sadibakassova, who lives with her husband in Moscow, has two daughters, the youngest of whom was Ariella. During the summer months, the girls were sent to Kyrgyzstan to stay with their grandparents.

24.10.2025, 12:17

Local news

The workload of the Supreme Court judges of the Kyrgyz Republic has increased by 40 percent over the past 15 years.

Recently, a commission meeting took place in the Supreme Court of the Kyrgyz Republic, aimed at optimizing the structure of the courts and the number of judges. This meeting was chaired by Aida Seidakmatova, the chairperson of the Council of Judges and a judge of the Supreme Court. The commission was established on October 17 by the decision of the Council of Judges to implement part 3 of Article 2 of the constitutional Law "On Amendments to the Constitutional Law 'On the Supreme

24.10.2025, 12:15

Local news

New General Plan for Bishkek. Schools and Kindergartens Will Be Built According to the "15-Minute City" Principle

At the press conference, the chief architect of Bishkek, Meder Kydyrmaev, spoke about the new general plan, which includes the concept of a "15-minute city." According to him, the document provides for the creation of new social facilities to meet the needs of the growing population. The zoning of the city will be carried out taking into account the planned construction, which will ensure the accessibility of social institutions. Kydyrmaev noted that within the framework of the new

24.10.2025, 12:14

Local news

In Bishkek, a new building for the Children's Technical Station is being constructed.

Construction of a new building for the Youth Technicians Station is actively underway in Bishkek, as reported by the city hall's press service. According to the provided data, the new modern building is being constructed at the address: 144 Leo Tolstoy Street. The project is commissioned by the local government’s capital construction department.

24.10.2025, 12:14

Economy / Exclusive

The IEC announced how much the excise tax on alcohol will increase each year

The Ministry of Economy and Commerce of the Kyrgyz Republic has initiated a draft resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers concerning changes to the tax legislation in the area of excise duties. According to information from the department, this draft proposes a phased increase in excise tax rates on various alcoholic beverages from 2026 to 2029. It is also planned to abolish the exemption from excise tax for sugary children's drinks, which implies the introduction of labeling.

24.10.2025, 12:13

In the world

Trump responded to Putin's statement on sanctions: "We'll see in six months"

Illustrative photo On Wednesday, Trump announced new sanctions against Russia for the first time during his second term, adding the country's largest oil companies, such as Rosneft and Lukoil, to the list of restrictions. The next day, Putin commented that these sanctions "are serious and will certainly have certain consequences, but will not have a significant impact on our economy."

24.10.2025, 12:13

Local news

"444 Children Affected by Various Forms of Violence in Kyrgyzstan Over Nine Months"

The Ministry of Labor, Social Welfare and Migration of the Kyrgyz Republic reports on the ongoing work to identify children and families in difficult life situations. During the first nine months of 2025, 444 children faced various forms of violence. The department noted that they received the necessary social and psychological assistance. According to the information, 4,843 children were identified as being in difficult conditions. Individual protection plans have been developed for 2,514 of

24.10.2025, 12:13

Incidents

Girl accused the "Unaa" examiner of rape. Comments from the police and "Unaa"

An anonymous message from a girl has appeared on social networks in Kyrgyzstan, claiming that an inspector from the State Center for Vehicle Registration and Driver Licensing ("Unaa") raped her. According to her, the incident occurred in the spring of 2025. The girl did not report it to law enforcement due to feelings of shame. She claims that she tried to resist, but the suspect was significantly stronger than her.

24.10.2025, 12:10

Exclusive

In Bishkek, the construction of the Young Technicians' Station continues

The new building includes various spaces for the creative and technical development of children, including a library and a gym. The adjacent area plans to create a sports ground (WORKOUT), a covered canopy for events, as well as a site for launching model cars and a karting track, which will allow for practical classes. Currently, the installation of the second-floor ceiling has been completed, and the laying of engineering networks and construction of columns is underway.

24.10.2025, 12:10

Sports

World Championship (U-23): Today, the sister of Meerim Jumanaazarova starts. Pair composition

At the Youth World Championship in Serbia, the men's freestyle wrestling tournament kicks off today, October 24. On this day, four athletes from Kyrgyzstan will compete on the mat.

24.10.2025, 12:09

Local news

Online registration for Kyrgyz citizens to work at the Volkswagen factory has begun

The Ministry of Labor, Social Security, and Migration of Kyrgyzstan, through the Center for Employment of Citizens Abroad, has announced the start of online registration for Kyrgyz citizens wishing to work at the Volkswagen plant in Bratislava, Slovakia. As part of the cooperation agreement with the Slovak agency INDEX NOSLUS, 50 positions have been allocated for employment in the country.

24.10.2025, 12:08

In the world

Uzbekistan Authorities Prohibit Artificial Price Inflation Before Discount Promotions

According to the new legislation, sellers are prohibited from increasing the prices of goods before promotions and then listing the old price as the discounted one. The price indicated on the price tag during the promotion must correspond to the minimum price of the product in the last 30 days prior to the event. The only exception is for agricultural products. The Cabinet of Ministers' resolution also amends the Retail Trade Rules concerning various promotions, such as sales, discounts,

24.10.2025, 12:08

Local news

Rules for the Operation of Crematoria in Kyrgyzstan Developed by Officials

The draft resolution "On the Approval of the Procedure for the Operation of Crematoria in the Territory of the Kyrgyz Republic" has been prepared by the State Agency for State Service and Local Self-Government and has already been submitted for public discussion. Currently, there is no document in Kyrgyzstan that clearly regulates the operation of crematoria, including the procedure for providing cremation services, handling ashes, and the conditions for storing and burying urns.

24.10.2025, 12:08

Local news

The Supreme Court Discussed the Optimization of the Judicial System Structure

On October 23, a meeting of the Commission took place in the Supreme Court, which is engaged in analyzing and optimizing the structure of the judicial system and the number of judges. The chairperson of the commission is Aida Seidakmatova, who holds the position of chair of the Council of Judges and is a judge of the Supreme Court. According to the press service of the Supreme Court, the establishment of this commission was the result of a decision made by the Council of Judges on October 17.

24.10.2025, 12:08

Sports

Davis and Paul Met Before the November Exhibition Fight

At an official meeting in Florida, a face-to-face dialogue took place between Gervonta "Tank" Davis and blogger-boxer Jake Paul. This event occurred ahead of their upcoming exhibition fight scheduled for November 14 at the Kaseya Center. MVP head Nakisa Bidarian confirmed that the fight will consist of ten three-minute rounds.

24.10.2025, 12:05

Exclusive

The news about the record import of renewable energy equipment to Kazakhstan has been removed from the Kazakhstani websites "Kursiv" and Forbes.

The removal of news regarding the sharp increase in imports in the renewable energy sources (RES) sector occurred on the pages of "Kursiv" and Forbes.kz. As reported by "Respublika," active hyperlinks to these materials were discovered.

24.10.2025, 12:00

Health

The virological laboratory of the State Sanitary and Epidemiological Surveillance Center of Bishkek is accredited by the Kyrgyz Accreditation Center.

The virological laboratory at the State Sanitary and Epidemiological Surveillance Center of Bishkek has successfully passed accreditation at the Kyrgyz Accreditation Center according to the international standard ISO 15189:2022. As reported by the center's press service, this standard sets requirements for the quality and competence of medical laboratories, gaining recognition on the international stage.

24.10.2025, 11:59

Exclusive

Trump pardoned Binance cryptocurrency exchange founder Changpeng Zhao

The pardon of Zhao has become part of Trump's new strategy, who actively supports the development of the crypto industry. The official statement from the White House indicated that all pardons undergo thorough legal review. Changpeng Zhao expressed gratitude to Trump and promised to make the United States a center for cryptocurrency. As noted in the White House statement, Trump used his constitutional powers to pardon Zhao, claiming that the Biden administration was prosecuting him as

24.10.2025, 11:58

Incidents

Lawyers of Kyrgyzstan Demand to Initiate a Case Against Dmitry Bivol's Ex-Wife

A group of lawyers has appealed to the Ministry of Internal Affairs, the Prosecutor General's Office, and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Kyrgyzstan, demanding that Ekaterina Bivol be held criminally responsible. The main accusation is incitement of interethnic hatred, which they reported on their social media. It should be reminded that Ekaterina Bivol, the ex-wife of Dmitry Bivol, posted a video on social media in which, while driving, she makes provocative and offensive statements

24.10.2025, 11:58

Local news

Residents of "Tunguch" complained about the condition of the sidewalk after the repair. A response followed.

In the Call center Kaktus.media, residents of "Tunguch" reported their issues with the new asphalt. They noted: "The sidewalk was repaired less than a month ago, and its condition has already deteriorated."

24.10.2025, 11:58

Incidents

Suspects in Beating Detained

The press service of the Main Internal Affairs Directorate of the Chui Region reported on October 23 about the detention of suspects involved in causing serious harm to health. On September 14, around six in the evening, the police received a report of a mass brawl in the village of Novopokrovka in the Issyk-Ata district, near the "Third Pond".

24.10.2025, 11:58

Exclusive

Economic growth has also been made possible thanks to the work of diplomats. The head of the Cabinet congratulated the employees of the diplomatic service.

The Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers, Adylbek Kasymaliev, noted the professional holiday of the workers and veterans of the diplomatic service of the Kyrgyz Republic. “Dear workers and veterans of the diplomatic service!

24.10.2025, 11:55

Exclusive

Sadyr Japarov stated that Kyrgyzstan can realistically become a regional hub for virtual assets.

The President continued that more and more countries are making strategic decisions regarding the regulation of virtual assets, implementing central bank digital currencies, and creating stablecoins backed by real assets. These processes are becoming not just technological experiments but stable components of a new economic model. Kyrgyzstan stands out among neighboring countries by having adopted a law on virtual assets and forming a consistent state policy in this area. The virtual asset

24.10.2025, 11:55

Economy

"Great Signal". Chanpen Zhao spoke about the pardon from Donald Trump

Changpeng Zhao expressed great gratitude to U.S. President Donald Trump, stating: "This decision has personal significance for me. Mr. Trump is doing a fantastic job regulating cryptocurrency issues, and this is a powerful signal for the market." His comments came after a National Council meeting. It is worth noting that the day before, Trump pardoned Changpeng Zhao, the founder of Binance, the largest cryptocurrency exchange in the world. This news became significant in the context

24.10.2025, 11:55

Local news

Public hearings on the new master plan for the city of Bishkek will be held on December 24-25.

In Bishkek, work is nearing completion on the city’s master plan, which will be in effect until 2050. This was announced by Deputy Mayor Azamat Kadyrov at a press conference. He noted that at the beginning of this year, an agreement was signed with a Japanese company that assisted in developing the concept of the master plan in collaboration with experts from St. Petersburg. “Starting Monday, the new master plan will be available for public discussion on the official website of the city hall,

24.10.2025, 11:54

Local news

In Kyrgyzstan, over 1,200 kilometers of roads were built and updated in 2025

This year, the Ministry of Transport and Communications of Kyrgyzstan has completed the implementation of numerous significant road projects throughout the region, as reported by the press service of the ministry. Among the key projects are the construction and reconstruction of sections such as Barskoon — Bedel, Balakchi — Bokonbaev — Karakol, Ala-Buka — Zhany-Bazar — Kirovka, and Naryn — Bayetov.

24.10.2025, 11:53

Health

Maternity Hospital No. 4 in Bishkek Closed for Repairs

In Bishkek, the city perinatal center (maternity hospital No. 4) has temporarily suspended its operations for renovation work. According to information received from the Ministry of Health, this process will last until November 6. Pregnant women are being directed to other maternity facilities in the capital. The ministry added that the other maternity hospitals in the city are operating as usual.

24.10.2025, 11:50

Local news

In Kyrgyzstan, a tourist tax is proposed to be introduced

The Unified Portal of Public Discussions presents the draft law "On Amendments to Certain Legislative Acts of the Kyrgyz Republic," which concerns the Budget Code, the Code on Non-Tax Revenues, and the Law "On Tourism." It is proposed to introduce a new non-tax payment — a tourist fee, which will be charged to foreign guests temporarily residing in various places such as hotels, inns, hostels, sanatoriums, rest houses, and guest houses.

24.10.2025, 11:50

Local news

In all schools of Kyrgyzstan, the 80th anniversary of the United Nations is being celebrated

Today, special lessons and events dedicated to the 80th anniversary of the United Nations are taking place in all educational institutions in Kyrgyzstan. Students are exploring the significance of the UN in maintaining peace, developing international cooperation, and protecting human rights, as well as highlighting Kyrgyzstan's contribution to the activities of this organization. In Bishkek, at secondary school No. 100 named after Baidildy Sarnygoev, a class hour was held, attended by

24.10.2025, 11:50

Economy

The Ministry of Energy proposes to extend the ban on coal exports by another six months.

The Ministry of Energy of the Kyrgyz Republic has proposed to extend the existing ban on the export of coal by road transport for an additional six months. This issue has been put up for public discussion as part of a new draft resolution of the Cabinet. According to the proposed document, it is planned to prohibit the export of coal from the country via road routes (codes 2701 and 2702 according to the EAEU Customs Code) for a period of six months.

24.10.2025, 11:50