Surgical intervention became necessary for the child An investigation is underway in Bishkek regarding a criminal case related to the harm caused to a girl suffering from autism.
Photo from the internet. Cary-Hiroyuki Tagawa - the famous Shang Tsung from Mortal Kombat Cary-Hiroyuki Tagawa, an actor of Japanese descent, passed away in his home in Santa Barbara, California, at the age of 76. His death occurred on December 4, 2025, due to complications following a stroke. Official confirmation of this sad news came from several media sources. Tagawa became most known for his role as the villain Shang Tsung in the cult film Mortal Kombat, released in 1995. His filmography
Photo KFS In Kyrgyzstan, the Cabinet of Ministers has made amendments to its resolution concerning the implementation of Articles 296, 297, and 364 of the Tax Code. These amendments are aimed at supporting sports infrastructure and allow several organizations to be exempt from VAT and sales tax when receiving goods intended for the development of sports activities. A new list has been included, featuring 13 municipal stadiums and sports facilities across the country, including the central
At the briefing held today, Gulzat Totubaeva, head of the public relations department of the State Mortgage Company, reported that the 40-story buildings in Bishkek being constructed by the company will meet seismic safety standards. She noted that the implementation of a residential complex has begun at the intersection of Ankara and Dostoevsky streets, which will consist of ten 35-story and four 40-story buildings. In total, the complex will have 4,160 apartments, as well as a three-level
Three underground crossings are planned to be built in Bishkek on Chingiz Aitmatov Avenue. This was announced by Vice Mayor Ramiz Aliyev during a meeting of the permanent commission of the Bishkek City Council dedicated to issues of housing and communal services and ecology. Photo from the archive
In the Naryn region, thanks to the initiative of the presidential envoy and the support of sponsors, 100 citizens with disabilities received food assistance, as reported by a Turmush correspondent. This aid, organized by one of the charitable foundations, amounted to 700,000 soms and was aimed at supporting needy residents both in the Naryn district and in the city of Naryn itself.
The American Pantone Color Institute has announced that the color of the year for 2026 is a shade called "Cloud Dancer" (Cloud Dancer 11-4201).
In the Kyrgyz Republic, the possibility of extending the existing ban on the export of waste paper and paper waste for an additional six months is being discussed. The Ministry of Economy and Commerce has presented a draft resolution that includes a temporary ban on the export of recyclable paper and cardboard outside the customs territory of the Eurasian Economic Union. This initiative is aimed at preventing a serious shortage of raw materials in the domestic market, which should help
A significant personnel change has occurred in the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of the Kyrgyz Republic. Sanjar Dyykanov has been appointed as the vice president of the CCI KR, responsible for international affairs. This appointment was presented by the Chamber's president, Temir Sariev.
Azamat Asanakun uulu now holds the position of Deputy Head of the Ayil Okmotu Ormon Khan in the Kochkor District, as reported by a correspondent from Turmush in the relevant authority. This position was previously held by Talantbek Abdyldaev.
Significant personnel changes have occurred in the main department of the State Committee for National Security (GKNB) for the Jalal-Abad region. According to Region TV, Tynchtyk Subankulov has been appointed as the head of the department. This appointment became possible after Kanibek Dosmambetov transitioned to a new position, having previously led this department and now leaving his position.
At the press conference held today, the head of the population affairs department of the State Mortgage Company, Gulzat Totubaeva, noted that the process of obtaining mortgage housing in the regions of Kyrgyzstan is significantly faster than in the capital. According to her, the situation in Bishkek leaves much to be desired. "In our program, there are about 80,000 participants registered across the republic, and the majority of them are concentrated in Bishkek. In other regions, this
The city administration of Osh intends to carry out a complete reconstruction of the village of Zhany-Maala, which is home to citizens of Roma descent. According to information provided by the city administration, renovation work is scheduled to begin in early 2026.
In the Issyk-Ata district, in the village of Novopokrovka, an accident occurred on the Bishkek–Tokmok highway, resulting in a 21-year-old girl being hit by a "Niva" car. According to information received from eyewitnesses, the incident took place yesterday, December 4, between 07:00 and 08:00.
During the expert discussion of the General Plan for Bishkek, which is to be implemented by 2050, Alexander Kamyshev addressed the developers with a question about the future of the "Blacksmith Fortress" — a unique archaeological monument located in the city center. Representatives of the city administration assured that the fortress would remain under protection.
In the city of Osh, a complete renovation of the village of Zhany-Maala is planned, where citizens of Roma origin reside. The city administration reported that the renovation process will begin in 2026. On December 4 of this year, Mayor Jenishbek Toktorbaev held a meeting with local residents to discuss the details of the upcoming changes and key stages of the project. Starting in 2025, the phased demolition of old residential and social buildings will begin, after which new multi-story
On December 4, the President of Kyrgyzstan, Sadyr Japarov, met with the President of Pakistan, Asif Ali Zardari, during his official visit to the Islamic Republic of Pakistan. The negotiations took place in both narrow and expanded formats. The discussions focused on strengthening trade and economic ties, investment cooperation, as well as the development of transport and logistics routes and cultural and humanitarian interaction.
At the 2025 World Boxing Championship taking place in Dubai (UAE), Kyrgyzstani Bakyt Toktosun uulu successfully began his performance by winning his first match. The tournament, organized by IBA, started on December 4, and Toktosun uulu is competing in the weight category up to 92 kg, starting from the round of 16.
Ruslan Esenbekov has been appointed as the first deputy akim of the Naryn district. This position was assigned to him in accordance with Article 18 of the Constitutional Law "On the Cabinet of Ministers of the KR". Resume:
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic reports that a voluntary departure program for citizens currently in the Republic of Korea without a valid visa or immigration status is being launched for a period of 90 days. This initiative, organized by the Ministry of Justice of Korea, will be in effect from December 1, 2025, to February 28, 2026.
One of the central moments of the visit was the president's participation in a business forum held in Islamabad. This event showcased investment opportunities in Kyrgyzstan, with an emphasis on expanding trade, economic, and investment cooperation between the two countries. About 80 representatives from various sectors participated in the forum, including pharmaceuticals, tourism, information technology, mining, healthcare, and logistics.
On December 4, during the official visit of the President of Kyrgyzstan Sadyr Japarov to Pakistan, a memorandum of understanding was signed between the Ministry of Culture of Kyrgyzstan and the Prime Minister's Youth Program of Pakistan. The press service of the Ministry of Culture reports that in addition to this document, several agreements were also signed that will promote deeper cooperation in various areas such as economy, education, healthcare, agriculture, tourism, energy, and
As of December 5, 2025, the National Bank presented the current exchange rates for foreign currencies. According to the published data, the exchange rate of the US dollar remains at 87.45 soms, indicating its stability. At the same time, the euro showed a slight strengthening, increasing from 101.8268 to 102.1154 soms. Similarly, the Russian ruble also appreciated, rising from 1.1274 to 1.1316 soms. The Kazakh tenge also demonstrated growth, increasing from 0.1735 to 0.1751 soms.
In the capital of Kyrgyzstan, at 62 A. Toktonaliev Street, the construction of a multifunctional sports complex is underway, as reported by the press service of the mayor's office. According to the city authorities, the new building will be two stories and rectangular in shape, with a total area of 2,296 m², as well as a land plot of 0.2637 hectares.
In the Kyrgyz Republic, the rules for admission to institutions of secondary vocational education will be revised. A draft of the new government decree has been posted for public discussion. According to the Ministry of Science, Higher Education, and Innovations, the need to change the rules arose after the adoption of the new education law in 2023.
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html Recently, an Investment Dialogue took place between the President of Kyrgyzstan, Sadyr Japarov, and the Prime Minister of Pakistan, Shahbaz Sharif, in Islamabad. This event discussed the possibilities of expanding trade and economic ties between the two countries. During the business forum, participants were presented with information about Kyrgyzstan's investment potential, focusing on opportunities for deepening cooperation with Pakistan.
The Minister of Finance of Kyrgyzstan, Almaz Baketaev, reported a significant reduction in the country's external debt to 37%. This achievement has been made possible through efforts undertaken over the past four years in accordance with the president's directives to reduce the debt burden on the state budget. Photo Sputnik. Minister of Finance of Kyrgyzstan Almaz Baketaev
The National Bank of the Kyrgyz Republic has announced the introduction of temporary restrictions on fees for money transfers. According to the resolution of the Board of the National Bank of the Kyrgyz Republic, adopted on December 3, 2025, under number 2025-P-12/64-5-(PS), commercial banks and payment organizations are prohibited from:
In Naryn, at the rehabilitation center "Meikin," a celebration was held in honor of the International Day of Persons with Disabilities, which is observed on December 3. About 100 children participated in this event, where they had the opportunity to showcase their musical and dance skills. During the event, representatives from a local bank presented the children with various surprises, and quizzes in a "question-answer" format were organized for the parents, contributing to
The Toktogul Satylganov National Philharmonic, in collaboration with the S. Ibraimov Osh National Drama Theater, has successfully completed its tour in the southern regions, presenting the audience with a musical based on the work of the famous writer Chinghiz Aitmatov — "Jamilya." According to information provided by the National Philharmonic, the tour was organized as part of a presidential decree dedicated to the 100th anniversary of Chinghiz Aitmatov's birth.
Photo from the internet. The Russian ruble has once again reached a yearly high As of December 5 of this year, there is an increase in the official exchange rates of the euro, Russian ruble, and Kazakh tenge, while the Chinese yuan has decreased. The US dollar remained stable, according to data provided by the National Bank of Kyrgyzstan and exchange points in Bishkek. US Dollar Rate:
The work on artificial reproduction of fish stocks in state water bodies for 2025–2026 has been completed in the Kyrgyz Republic, as reported by the Department of Fisheries Industry.
The Ministry of Health has presented for public discussion a draft resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers concerning anatomical donation. The purpose of this document is to implement Article 52 of the KR Law "On the Protection of Citizens' Health" and to improve the educational and practical activities of medical educational and scientific institutions.
The Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic strongly advises drivers to prepare their vehicles in advance for winter conditions. “Please replace summer tires with winter ones, check the technical condition of your vehicle, and be cautious on the road considering the changing weather conditions,” the agency's appeal to motorists states.
At the highest point in Africa, Mount Kilimanjaro, the flag of the VI World Nomad Games was raised. This event was made possible by Eduard Kubatov, the head of the Federation of Mountaineering of Kyrgyzstan, who announced it through the secretariat of the WNG. Photo from Eduard Kubatov's social media
On December 3, a solemn event dedicated to the 18th anniversary of the Help the Children-SKD foundation took place in Bishkek, at the National Center for the Protection of Motherhood and Childhood. This foundation provides assistance to children with oncological and hematological diseases. This information was announced in a press release received by the editorial office. In her welcoming speech, the president of the foundation, Elena Koneva, expressed gratitude to the doctors, partners, and
According to data from the Ministry of Education, the coverage of preschool education in Kyrgyzstan has reached 50%. In the 2024/25 academic year, it is planned that this indicator will be 44.3% considering preschool preparation. The Ministry aims to increase this level to 60% in the coming years.
A video recently appeared in the Kyrgyz segment of social media, which users took for a kidnapping incident. According to information provided by the press service of the Main Internal Affairs Department, the incident occurred at the corner of Chyngyz Aitmatov Avenue and Moskovskaya Street in Bishkek.
According to the new presidential decree, foreigners who have achieved outstanding results in science, industry, culture, and sports will be able to obtain the status of "of interest to the Russian Federation." This program for attracting such specialists will be implemented for the first time under the control of the Ministry of Internal Affairs and the Agency for Strategic Initiatives.
In the coming days, significant changes in weather conditions are expected in Bishkek: meteorologists forecast the arrival of snow and frosts after warm weather. The temperature forecast for the coming days:
Roskomnadzor has confirmed the information about the blocking of SnapChat, a popular photo and video sharing application. This became known through the DW agency. According to reports, on December 4, the Russian agency cited facts of recruiting criminals and fraud occurring through this application as the main reasons for making this decision.
According to Euronews, researchers from the Institute for Climate Impact Research (PIK) reported that errors in the data led to distorted results, and the changes were "too serious" for simple correction. This is already the sixth article retracted by the journal Nature this year. Initially, the study predicted that climate change would lead to a 19% decrease in global income by 2050, but the revised analysis now sets this figure at 17%.
In Talas, a plot of land that was occupied by the bus station has been returned to state ownership. This was reported by the press service of the General Prosecutor's Office. According to the Talas Prosecutor's Office, during an inspection, it was revealed that in 1999, a land plot of 565 square meters, which belonged to the city bus station, was transferred to private hands illegally.
The Kyrgyz-Russian Slavic University has opened a new center dedicated to the Kyrgyz language and Manas studies. This information was provided by the press service of the Ministry of Culture, Information, Sports, and Youth Policy. Additionally, as part of the center's opening, a photo exhibition was organized at the university, showcasing archival materials dedicated to the outstanding Manaschi of the 20th century, Sayakbay Karalaev, and the Day of the Epic "Manas".
A native of the Jetі-Oguz district, Ümöt Ibraev has created a unique mobile home for shepherds. In an interview with a Turmush correspondent, Ibraev, originally from the village of Kichi-Jargylchak, shared that he has been passionate about woodworking from a young age and makes various items.
International media provided information about the most significant events over the past day concerning Ukraine and other countries amid ongoing conflicts. Here are the main points. Ukrainian servicemen. Photo Spc. Joshua Leonard. The UK is considering transferring frozen Russian assets to Ukraine amounting to 9.1 billion euros, as reported by The Times, citing sources in the government. German Chancellor Friedrich Merz opposed the transfer of frozen Russian assets located in the European Union
In the morning of December 5, the exchange rates for foreign currencies at the Moscow City Council are as follows:
