Since the start of the election campaign, 86 violations have been registered - Ministry of Internal Affairs

During the election campaign related to the early elections of deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh, 86 cases of violations have been registered across the country. This was reported on the air of Birinchi Radio by Urmat Bayaliyev, head of the Investigation Department of the Ministry of Internal Affairs. He specified that among the registered facts, there are various types of offenses, and charges have already been brought against two candidates under serious criminal articles. The remaining

The capacity of 5 substations has been increased in Bishkek

In 2025, modernization was carried out in Bishkek, resulting in a significant increase in the capacity of five substations located in densely populated areas. The specific changes are as follows: - Substation 110/10 kV "Kok-Zhar" — transformer replaced from 25 MVA to 40 MVA; - Substation 110/10 kV "Orto-Alysh" — also replaced transformer from 25 MVA to 40 MVA; - Substation 110/10 kV "Altyn-Kazyk" — transformer capacity increased from 16 MVA to 25 MVA; - Substation

Islam Makhachev: Khabib broke Conor, this guy won't come back

Islam Makhachev, a well-known MMA fighter, expressed confidence that Conor McGregor, a former UFC champion in two weight classes, is unlikely to return to the octagon. According to Makhachev, the psychological trauma inflicted by Khabib Nurmagomedov has left a lasting mark on McGregor. “I said two years ago that this guy will not fight again. And now, when I hear about his disqualification from the anti-doping commission, I stand by my opinion. Maybe Jon Jones will show up again to fight in

Lamin Yamal at risk of missing the 2026 World Cup due to groin injury

Lamine Yamal, the 18-year-old talent of "Barcelona" and the Spanish national team, may miss the 2026 World Cup due to a groin injury known as pubalgia, according to a report by The Athletic.

The UK will extend the period for obtaining permanent residency for illegal immigrants from five to 20 years.

Naryn District Prosecutor's Office: 1 Criminal Case Involving Juvenile Offenders Registered in 9 Months

Turmush — Deputy Prosecutor of the Naryn District P. Jalilov shared data on the legality of measures taken regarding criminal cases involving minors in the Naryn District. He noted that the Naryn District Prosecutor's Office operated in accordance with the Constitutional Law "On the Prosecutor's Office of the Kyrgyz Republic" during the first nine months of 2025, as well as following the instructions of the Attorney General of the Kyrgyz Republic, paying attention to

In a car accident, ophthalmologist Gulnura Maatkerimova died.

In the Naryn region, as a result of a traffic accident, ophthalmologist Gulnura Zholdubaevna Maatkerimova has passed away. According to her colleagues, the tragedy occurred on November 9, 2025. At the time of her death, Gulnura was 48 years old and worked in the ophthalmology department of the Naryn Regional Unified Hospital.

Sadyr Japarov announced how much teachers' salaries will increase

Starting from April 1, 2026, the average salary of teachers will increase to 40,000 soms. This was announced in a statement by President Sadyr Japarov during the opening of new social facilities at the "Ala-Archa" residence. The President emphasized the importance of teachers in reforming the educational system, noting that the state recognizes their significant role.

Belarusian blogger Mellstroy declared wanted in Kazakhstan

Former First Vice-Rector of Osh State University Joomart Akparaliev has passed away

Recently, the well-known educator of Kyrgyzstan, Joomart Akparaliev, passed away. Joomart Abdyldaevich was born on November 7, 1947, in the village of Sary-Talaa, located in the Ala-Buka district, in a family of civil servants.

"‘Rags are laid on the floor and buckets are placed’: In the school of Kara-Balta, classes have been held under a dripping roof for several years"

In Kara-Balta, school classes are held under a dripping roof: "We spread out rags and put buckets" This school, built in 1986 and designed for 768 students, is now overcrowded — 913 children are studying here. The technical condition of the building raises serious concerns.

Kalyisbubu Nogoybaeva on how medicine is developing and whether young people are entering science

Kalyzbubu Nogoybaeva, a top-category infectious disease physician and Doctor of Medical Sciences, spoke about the importance of integrating scientific research into practical healthcare in Kyrgyzstan. She holds the position of head of the Department of Research Management at KGMA and associate professor at the Department of Infectious Diseases at KGMIHP. The main task of the department is to unite science and practice in medicine. Kalyzbubu Nogoybaeva emphasizes that for achieving quality

The Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic has strengthened security measures at the passes.

The security service conducts round-the-clock patrols, allowing for quick responses to various emergencies, providing technical assistance, and regulating traffic as needed. One of the main tasks remains the protection of cargo during transportation. Constant monitoring is carried out on the Osh–Erkesh-Tam highway, aimed at preventing theft, property damage, and other illegal actions. The measures implemented significantly reduce risks and ensure a high level of safety.

Belgian Depository Ready to Sue EU in Case of Seizure of Russian Assets

The Belgian depository Euroclear, which manages a significant portion of the frozen Russian assets in Europe, is targeting legal action against EU authorities if they decide to confiscate these assets to support Ukraine. This was reported by Euroclear's CEO, Valerie Urbain, in an interview with Le Monde. Photo by the media. CEO of Euroclear Valerie Urbain

The weakening of the som continues, only the dollar is stable. Exchange rates as of November 17.

Photo from the internet. The dollar remains in place, while the som continues to depreciate after the National Bank's intervention As of November 17 of the current year, changes in exchange rates are observed, according to data from the National Bank of Kyrgyzstan and exchange points in Bishkek. The US dollar demonstrates stability, while the euro, Russian ruble, and Kazakh tenge show growth, and the Chinese yuan has depreciated. US Dollar:

The UN has begun preparations for the election of a new Secretary-General.

The UN Security Council held its latest debates, focusing on working methods, including the upcoming election of a new Secretary-General, which will take place in 2026. This was reported by the UN News Service. In the near future, governments will begin sending letters with proposals for candidates for the head of the 80-year-old organization, a position traditionally distributed among various geographical regions. It is worth noting that this position has always been held by men up to this

The First Deputy Plenipotentiary of the President in the Chuy Region, Samat Ismanov, has resigned from his position.

Samad Zhekshenalievich Ismanov, who holds the position of First Deputy Plenipotentiary Representative of the President in the Chui Region, has decided to resign from this position. According to information obtained from Turmush, his resignation letter was submitted last week. Currently, there is no confirmation of the signing of the corresponding order by the Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers.

In Tokmok, compliance with nighttime silence requirements and energy-saving measures is being checked

In the evening, the Tokmok city hall employees, in cooperation with the local police and other city services, will regularly conduct inspections (raids) to monitor compliance with the "Silence Law" and energy-saving regulations. This information was provided to the Turmush correspondent by the city hall's press service.

In Iran, efforts are being made to artificially induce rain

Iranian authorities have begun cloud seeding to induce rain amid ongoing drought conditions, reports the "Russian Service of the BBC." The process involves spraying chemical agents, such as silver iodide or potassium, from aircraft or ground installations, which promotes the condensation of water vapor and precipitation.

In Kyrgyzstan, the decline in yields has affected almost all major crops

The total volume of agricultural production decreased by 503.3 thousand tons, which is a 40% decline compared to the same period last year, according to the Ministry of Economy. The decline in yield has affected almost all important crops: wheat production decreased by 35%, potatoes by 23%, vegetables by 22%, fodder crops by 46%, and oilseeds by 49%. According to preliminary estimates, domestic production volumes will be able to meet 62.5% of the country's wheat needs, 76.9% of potato

Manas Cup (U-23): Kyrgyzstan and Russia Lead After the Second Round

The second round of the international youth football tournament Manas Cup 2025 has concluded in Manas, which took place on November 15 at the Kurmanbek stadium. The Russian national team (U-21) achieved victory over Bahrain, whose players were no older than 23 years. Both goals were scored by the Russians in added time. In the match between the national teams of Kyrgyzstan and Iran, the Iranians opened the scoring but soon found themselves at a numerical disadvantage. The Kyrgyz, taking

The company Alibaba provides technical support to Chinese military "operations" against targets in the USA

The document states that Alibaba provides access to user data to the Chinese government and the People's Liberation Army. This includes IP addresses, Wi-Fi information, payment histories, and services related to artificial intelligence. It is also mentioned that company employees have passed information about zero-day vulnerabilities—previously unknown vulnerabilities that have not yet been addressed by developers—to the People's Liberation Army. These facts highlight the growing

The UK Foreign Office has updated the list of countries with a risk of alcohol poisoning

The UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) has updated its list of countries where tourists should exercise particular caution due to the potential risk of alcohol poisoning. In the previous version of the list, the following countries were included:

The head of the Kyrgyz government will visit Russia on a working trip.

Valentina Shevchenko Easily Defeated the Brutal Chinese Fighter Zhang. How Did Dana White React?

Dana White, the president of UFC, shared his impressions of the title fight between Kyrgyzstani Valentina Shevchenko and Chinese fighter Weili Zhang, which took place at UFC 322 in New York. White noted: "I saw the podcast where you said this fight definitely wouldn't be boring, but in the end, Valentina just 'steamrolled' her. How do you comment on that?"

Expert Tips: Children's Massage: When is it Necessary and What to Pay Attention To?

Aizada Abdyralieva, a children's massage therapist and speech therapist-defectologist from At-Bashy, shared her knowledge about children's massage and its significance with a Turmush correspondent. - In what cases should parents consider massage for their child?

In Bishkek, literary and musical evenings "Russian Poets of the New Spring" will take place.

From November 18 to 20, literary and musical evenings titled "Russian Poets of the New Spring" are scheduled to take place at the Kyrgyz Russian Slavic University and the Ch.Aitmatov Russian Drama Theater. According to the Rossotrudnichestvo representative office, a series of meetings, lectures, and master classes will be held as part of the events, featuring poets and publicists Igor Karaulev and Dinara Kerimova, as well as the performer of art-folk songs, known as the "Siberian

Can We Cope with Arterial Hypertension? Kyrgyzstan–2025: An Inside Perspective

Doctor of Medical Sciences, Professor Igor Pershukov expressed his opinion on the possibility of combating arterial hypertension. Professor Pershukov heads the Department of Hospital Therapy and also oversees radiological diagnostics and oncology at Jalal-Abad State University. He also serves as the Deputy Director for Research at the Southern Regional Scientific Center for Cardiovascular Surgery.

Life in the Regions: M. Asylbekov from Jetiy-Oguz Decided to Produce Biohumus After What He Saw in Moscow

Muradbek Asylbekov, 56 years old, lives in the village of Darkhan in the Jetiguz district and is engaged in the production of biohumus, according to information from a Turmush correspondent. His interest in biohumus production began while working in a greenhouse in Moscow.

In Kyrgyzstan, over 26,000 traffic violations detected in a week

From November 10 to 16, 2023, a total of 26,365 traffic violations were registered in Kyrgyzstan, according to preliminary data. According to the information provided by the State Traffic Safety Department (GUOBDD), among these violations:

Exchange rates at the exchange offices on the Moscow City Council on November 17

The morning exchange rates for foreign currencies at the Moskovsky Soviet on November 17 are presented below:

Folk Legends: Jayloo in the Batken Region, Where Giant Snakes Lived and Human Remains Were Found

In the mountains of the Kadamjai district of the Batken region lies the pasture of Mashalan [also known as Bashy-Algan]. Here grows a remarkable tree called Koshbok-Ata, which is over three hundred years old. Egemberdi Nazarov, a local resident, shared interesting legends related to this tree and the pasture with a correspondent from Turmush. He noted that Koshbok-Ata rises to 20-25 meters and has a diameter of over 5 meters, continuing to grow in these lands for three centuries.

The Ministry of Education announced a competition for the positions of directors of 191 schools

The Ministry of Education is launching a competition to fill vacant positions of heads of state and municipal educational institutions. According to the ministry's press service, there are 191 vacant positions in the republic:

An additional building will be constructed for Gymnasium School No. 4 in Osh

The Capital Construction Department of the city mayor's office in Osh has announced a tender for the construction of a new building for Gymnasium No. 4 named after S.M. Kirov. According to information posted on the state procurement portal, the project for the new building is designed for 200 student places.

They are Beaten and Extorted for Money. Parents of Students Insist on Meeting with Tashiev

In the village of Pristan-Przhevalsk, the parents of students from school No. 7 are demanding a personal meeting with Kamchybek Tashiev, the head of the State Committee for National Security (GKNB). This was reported by Maria Tsareva, a member of the parent committee of the 9th grade "A" class. According to Tsareva, they have already sent a collective statement to the head of the Internal Affairs Directorate of Karakol, requesting an official comment regarding the situation.

Hyundai Santa Fe Owners File Class Action Lawsuit Over "Exploding" Engine: The Scandal Centers on the 3.3-Liter V6

The owner of the vehicle, Jason Burns, along with his wife Allison, purchased a used Santa Fe SE in May 2019 with a mileage of 17,350 miles (about 28,000 km). However, in April 2024, at a mileage of 79,966 miles (approximately 129,000 km), their SUV suddenly lost power and stopped. Upon inspection of the vehicle, a hole was found in the engine block, presumably caused by a connecting rod failure inside the engine.

Islamic Games: The Kyrgyzstan Team Won Three More Medals, But They Don't Count

At the Islamic Solidarity Games held in Saudi Arabia, the Kyrgyzstan team in Wushu Sanda won three medals. The competitions took place on November 15-16, with four Kyrgyz athletes participating.

Islamic Solidarity Games. Kyrgyzstani Athletes Won Three Medals in Wushu

The VI Islamic Solidarity Games are ongoing in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This is reported by the official website of the competition. Recently, Kyrgyz athletes won two bronze and one silver medal in the discipline of wushu.

Winners of the Republican Professional Skills Competition Among Educators Announced

The results of the Republican competition for professional skills among educators of children's additional education, titled "Development through Creativity," have been announced. This event was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Education. At the award ceremony, the First Deputy Minister of Education Mukhtarbek Baymurzaev was present, who presented the winners with the badge "Excellence in Education," honorary certificates, and prizes.

In Kyrgyzstan, an increase in agricultural production has been recorded

According to the Eurasian Economic Commission, there is an increase in agricultural production volumes in Kyrgyzstan. From January to September 2025, the overall growth in the Eurasian Economic Union countries was 2.1% compared to the same period last year. The most significant growth was recorded in Kyrgyzstan, Kazakhstan, Armenia, and Russia, while Belarus experienced a decline in indicators.

The damage from emergencies in Kyrgyzstan amounted to over 1.3 billion soms.

According to the report from the National Statistical Committee on the state of the environment in Kyrgyzstan for 2024, the total amount of economic damage from emergencies amounted to over 1.3 billion soms. During this period, 133 different emergencies were recorded, resulting in the loss of 79 lives.

Control over the transportation of heavy and dangerous goods has been strengthened in Kyrgyzstan

In Kyrgyzstan, enhanced control measures have been introduced for the transportation of cargo that poses a danger or falls into the category of heavy goods. This information was provided by the press service of the Main Department for Road Traffic Safety. According to the agency, as part of preventive measures, there is an increase in control over vehicles engaged in the transportation of such cargo.

The capacity of five substations in Bishkek has been increased

In Bishkek, the modernization of five substations located in densely populated areas has been completed. These works were carried out as part of the reforms initiated by the Ministry of Energy of the Kyrgyz Republic, the agency reports. According to the provided information, by 2025, the capacity of the following substations has been increased:

Arshavin advises "Spartak" to appoint Cherchesov as head coach

Andrey Arshavin, known for his performances with "Zenit," expressed his opinion regarding a potential new coach for "Spartak." He believes the club should consider the candidacy of Stanislav Cherchesov.

Lando Norris Breaks Schumacher's 30-Year Record at the Brazilian Grand Prix

Norris's victory at the Brazilian Grand Prix allowed him to set a new record, surpassing Michael Schumacher's achievement, who won his first 10 races at different tracks from 1992 to 1994.

Meteorologists forecast dry and warm weather for the week in Kyrgyzstan

Bishkek November 17, MondayThe temperature at night will be +4...+6 °C, clear weather is expected. During the day, the temperature will rise to +18...+20 °C and it will also be sunny.

The Traffic Police has strengthened control over heavy-duty vehicles

Events in Ukraine and the World. The Main Points by the Morning of November 17

Global news agencies and foreign publications have presented a summary of events that occurred in Ukraine and beyond over the past 24 hours amid the ongoing military conflict. Here is a brief overview of the main points. A train damaged as a result of a drone attack in Sumy. Photo by Francisco Richart Barbeira / NurPhoto / Shutterstock / Vida Press. U.S. President Donald Trump announced a bill that will impose sanctions on countries doing business with Russia. According to military analyst