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Incidents

In Bishkek, minors suspected of robbery have been detained

On October 19, 2025, the duty unit of the Main Internal Affairs Department of Bishkek received a report of a robbery. Unknown individuals, threatening with a knife, took mobile phones iPhone XS and Redmi Note from citizens in the area of the leather factory. In connection with this incident, the Investigative Department of the Sverdlovsk District initiated a criminal case under Article 207 "Robbery" of the Criminal Code of the Kyrgyz Republic.

09.11.2025, 11:13
In 2026, Orozо Ait may coincide with the holiday of Nowruz
Local news

In 2026, Orozо Ait may coincide with the holiday of Nowruz

Photo from the internet. A unique coincidence: Orozo Ait and Nooruz are celebrated almost on the same day Next year, on March 21, the Muslim holiday of Orozo Ait may fall on the same day as Nooruz. The Spiritual Administration of Muslims of Kazakhstan has published a new calendar of religious events for 2026. According to this calendar, the beginning of the holy month of Ramadan (Orozo Ayi) is scheduled for February 19, and Kadir Tun (the Night of Destiny) will be celebrated on the night of

09.11.2025, 10:45
Kazakhstani Entrepreneurs Move Production to Kyrgyzstan
Economy

Kazakhstani Entrepreneurs Move Production to Kyrgyzstan

The tax reform announced by the government has attracted the attention of both entrepreneurs and experts. Economists have expressed opinions about the possible negative consequences of the reform, particularly on the Orda.kz platform. Among those who spoke out were Almaty businessmen operating under the B2B (business-to-business) model. The main problem for them has become not so much the introduction of VAT, but rather the lowering of the threshold and the ban on B2B offsets.

09.11.2025, 10:22
Sports

World Sambo Championship. Kyrgyzstani athlete won a bronze medal

Meirimai Nuradilova, representing Kyrgyzstan, won a bronze medal at the World Sambo Championship taking place in Bishkek. This information was published on the official website of the International Sambo Federation. According to available data, she took third place in the under 80 kilograms category in the combat sambo discipline.

09.11.2025, 09:48
Local news

Unbearable Pulsating Pain. Neurologist on the Causes of Migraine

Migraine affects more than a billion people worldwide, which is approximately one in seven individuals. This condition impacts physical and mental health, as well as work and social relationships. Doctor of Medical Sciences, Associate Professor, and Head of the Department of Neurology and Clinical Genetics at the Kyrgyz State Medical Academy, Elmira Mamytova, spoke to 24.kg about the symptoms, causes, and prevention methods for migraines.

09.11.2025, 09:33
Local news

95 New Buses Are Heading to Bishkek

A batch of 95 new buses is currently being delivered to Bishkek, which are already en route from the factory. This information was announced on October 8 by the press service of the capital's mayor's office. The delivery of the buses is part of an initiative to renew the city's vehicle fleet and improve the public transportation system.

09.11.2025, 09:25
Local news / Exclusive

Our People Abroad: A Native of Kochkor Went to Study in Italy

Anara Tolokova, born in 2003 in the village of Kochkor in the Naryn region, moved with her family to Tokmok at the age of two. Here she graduated from secondary school No. 7 and is currently living in Cassino, Italy. Cassino, located in the Italian region of Lazio, is subordinate to the administrative center of Frosinone. The city is famous for its Abbey of Montecassino and the bloody battle that took place here during World War II, which resulted in huge losses on both sides and almost

09.11.2025, 08:54
Local news

Part of the Southern Highway is closed to traffic

As eyewitnesses report, part of the Southern Highway is closed to vehicle traffic. The information came from 24.kg. In particular, in the area of the "Ынтымак" park, vehicles can only pass through one lane, which has led to a significant traffic jam approximately one kilometer long.

08.11.2025, 23:09
Incidents

A Ka-226 helicopter crashed in Dagestan. Five people died.

A tragedy occurred in Dagestan: a Ka-226 helicopter belonging to the Kizlyar Electromechanical Plant crashed in the Achi-su area. This information was reported by Gazeta.ru. Four people died at the scene, and three others were hospitalized. Among the injured was flight engineer Pyotr Surov, who unfortunately later died in the hospital.

08.11.2025, 23:09
Farewell to Yuri Nikolaev in Moscow
In the world

Farewell to Yuri Nikolaev in Moscow

// TASS On November 8, a funeral and farewell ceremony for popular television host Yuri Nikolaev took place at the Troyekurovskoye Cemetery in Moscow, as reported by Russian media, including RIA Novosti. Yuri Nikolaev passed away on November 4 at the age of 77. He was seen off on his final journey by family, friends, colleagues, and fans who gathered in the Large Mourning Hall of the cemetery. Among those present were well-known artists and television hosts, including Igor Nikolaev and Elena

08.11.2025, 22:11
Local news / Exclusive

In Kara-Kul, recruits took the military oath

Today, November 8, a military oath-taking ceremony took place in Kara-Kul, according to information provided by a Turmush correspondent. The solemn event was held at military unit No. 7706 of the internal troops of the Ministry of Internal Affairs, located in this city.

08.11.2025, 22:04
Sports

"Bars" Became the Champion of Kyrgyzstan in Football

The "Bars" team from Issyk-Kul became the champion of Kyrgyzstan in football for the 2025 season. In the final match, held on November 8, the Karakol team hosted Bishkek's "Talant" at their stadium and won with a score of 2-1.

08.11.2025, 21:42
In the world

Trump stated that the US will not participate in the G20 summit in South Africa

In his message on the social network Truth, Trump criticized the location of the summit, calling it a "shame" due to human rights violations in South Africa. He emphasized that Afrikaners, descendants of European settlers, are among those affected. According to him, "Afrikaners are being killed, and their lands and farms are being seized illegally. As long as the human rights situation in South Africa remains this way, no representative from the U.S. will attend the G20," he

08.11.2025, 21:21
Bishkek Again in the Top 10 Cities in the World for Air Pollution Levels
Local news

Bishkek Again in the Top 10 Cities in the World for Air Pollution Levels

According to the World Air Quality project, on the evening of November 8, the air quality in Bishkek was classified as harmful. At 21:00, the city's status was "Harmful," indicating a high level of pollution that is potentially dangerous to health. In such conditions, it is recommended to minimize physical exertion outdoors, use air purifiers indoors, and keep windows closed. Masks should also be worn when going outside. Bishkek is once again among the top ten most polluted

08.11.2025, 21:05
The USA lifted sanctions against the "Paks-2" nuclear power plant project involving Russia, - Orban
In the world

The USA lifted sanctions against the "Paks-2" nuclear power plant project involving Russia, - Orban

The Prime Minister of Hungary announced that the sanctions imposed in November 2024 by the Joe Biden administration were suspended in June 2025 during Donald Trump's presidency. The temporary exemption was set to expire in December; however, as Orban emphasized, the issue of extension is not on the table, as a decision has been made to fully lift the restrictions concerning the construction of new power units at the nuclear power plant. The 2024 sanctions affected, among others,

08.11.2025, 20:34
Local news

Flexibility vs. Stability: How Workers in Kyrgyzstan Choose Their Work Style

The headhunter.kg platform conducted a study among more than 130 job seekers and employers to assess how the principles of Agile are applied in Kyrgyzstani organizations. This management model emphasizes teamwork, open communication, and quick responses to changes. Research results showed that 47% of respondents often encounter collaborative problem-solving, 35% noted a reduction in bureaucratic procedures and quick decision-making, and 29% reported regular feedback. 24% of participants

08.11.2025, 19:48
Local news / Culture / Exclusive

Folk Legends: The Area on Issyk-Kul from Where the Bodies of the Runaway Lovers Were Found

In the Jeti-Oguz district of the Issyk-Kul region, there is an area called "Kulagan-Tash." Our correspondent Turmush learned that this place is located just 3 kilometers from the village of Svetlaya Polyana. It is also referred to as "Suiuu Tashy" (Stone of Love) and "Kyz-Kuyoo Mazar" (Tomb of the Lovers). This location is documented in the district's encyclopedia. The main attraction is a huge stone with a diameter of about 10 meters, around which a willow

08.11.2025, 19:44
Sports / Exclusive

In Jeti-Oguz, nearly one million soms were awarded in equestrian games

In the Jeti-Oguz district, competitions in equestrian sports were held, with a prize fund of nearly 1 million soms, reported the chairman of the "Kambar-Ata" association. According to him, the competitions took place in the Kara-Bulun area of the Jeti-Oguz district. The games were organized by the Federation of Jorgo, and the total prize fund amounted to 900,000 soms. Competitions were organized in five categories: Chon Jorgo, Kunan Jorgo, Kyska aralykka chabylgan jorgo salysh

08.11.2025, 19:27
Incidents

In Tokmok, a detainee for hooliganism was accused of inciting interethnic hatred

A new criminal case has been initiated in the Chuy region against a man who was detained for hooliganism in the reception area of the Tokmok City Hospital. According to the press service of the Main Internal Affairs Department, he has been charged under Article 330 of the Criminal Code of the Kyrgyz Republic, concerning incitement of interethnic hatred. The incident occurred on November 2, when an employee of the medical institution reported to the Tokmok police about the aggressive behavior of

08.11.2025, 19:24
James Watson, the co-discoverer of the structure of DNA, has died
In the world

James Watson, the co-discoverer of the structure of DNA, has died

Watson passed away in a hospice in New York, as reported by his son. Together with Francis Crick, the British biophysicist, James Watson first described the molecular structure of DNA in 1953, proposing the double helix model, which became one of the greatest discoveries of the 20th century. For this achievement, Watson and Crick were awarded the Nobel Prize in 1962. In 1990, he led the Human Genome Project, initiated in the U.S. by the National Institutes of Health, aimed at the complete

08.11.2025, 19:21
Local news

In Kyrgyzstan, control over coal and fuel prices will be strengthened

A meeting held at the administration of the President of the Kyrgyz Republic was dedicated to issues related to providing the population with coal and controlling prices for fuel and food products. The videoconference was conducted under the leadership of Bakyt Torobaev, Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers and Minister of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry, according to information from the press service. Present at the meeting were the authorized representatives of

08.11.2025, 19:13
In China, single mothers have come up with a new partnership format - with each other
Local news

In China, single mothers have come up with a new partnership format - with each other

Photo The Guardian In recent years, a new approach to co-living among single mothers has been actively developing in China, where they unite for the joint upbringing of children and sharing household responsibilities. Details about this phenomenon are provided by The Guardian. Social networks are becoming a platform for mothers looking for like-minded individuals for cohabitation. Many of them share their ads seeking neighbors.

08.11.2025, 19:12
Exclusive

Life in the Regions: A Teacher from the Tonsky District, Gulbara Sydykova, Shared How a Student's Act Made the Whole Class Laugh

Gulbara Sydykova, a teacher with 26 years of experience from the Issyk-Kul region, has been working in the field of education for almost three decades. In a conversation with a Turmush correspondent, she shared that her homeland is the village of Koochu in the Tyup district, where she was born in 1977. Gulbara received her secondary education in the humanities class at the T. Satylganov School-Lyceum in Karakol. Later, she enrolled in the philology department of the Issyk-Kul State University

08.11.2025, 19:10
Exclusive

Tyup and Kegen Districts Sign Memorandum of Cooperation in Various Sectors

The signing of the memorandum of friendship and cooperation between Kyrgyzstan and Kazakhstan has become an important step in strengthening ties between the two peoples, reports Turmush correspondent. As part of the implementation of the directives from the leaders of the two countries, the heads of the Tyup district and the Kegen district of Kazakhstan signed a document aimed at developing fraternal relations and unity between the Kyrgyz and Kazakh peoples.

08.11.2025, 19:04
Incidents

In Bishkek, charges have been filed in the case of bribing voters.

In the run-up to the extraordinary elections for deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh, scheduled for November 30, facts of voter bribery were uncovered in Bishkek. This became known from a statement by the Ministry of Internal Affairs. According to the investigation, on October 24, a meeting took place in a café on Kasymaly Bayalynov Street, attended by more than 15 people. It was established that K. S., born in 1980 and intending to participate in the elections for district No. 3

08.11.2025, 19:01
New Buses Are Being Sent to Bishkek as Part of the EBRD "Green City" Project
Local news

New Buses Are Being Sent to Bishkek as Part of the EBRD "Green City" Project

As part of the "Green City" program, funded by the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development, the capital of Kyrgyzstan has acquired 95 new environmentally friendly buses. This was stated by the press service of the city hall. According to the city hall, all buses have already left the factory and are on their way to Bishkek.

08.11.2025, 18:59
Politics / Exclusive

Man Who Caused Drunken Ruckus in Tokmok Hospital Now Also Suspected of Interethnic Discord

The press service of the Main Internal Affairs Directorate of the Chui Region reported a new charge against a man who previously caused a drunken scandal in one of the hospitals in Tokmok. The incident occurred on the night of November 2, around 00:30. Inspectors stopped a Toyota Ipsum vehicle driven by J.A., born in 1993, on the Tokmok - Koshoy highway. Since there were suspicions that the driver was inebriated, he was taken to a local medical facility for examination.

08.11.2025, 18:52
Exclusive

Residents of Uzgen Request a Review of the Decision to Demolish Houses and Cafes

Residents of Uzgen have made a request for a review of the decision regarding the demolition of their homes and cafes. This information was announced at an on-site press conference held on November 7 on Manas Street in the city of Uzgen. According to local residents, the city's architectural services previously included their buildings in the list of structures slated for demolition. On the same day, the Uzgen city administration demolished the roof of the "Rayan" cafe.

08.11.2025, 18:30
In the USA, the operation of MD-11 aircraft has been temporarily suspended following a crash in Kentucky.
In the world

In the USA, the operation of MD-11 aircraft has been temporarily suspended following a crash in Kentucky.

The aviation accident occurred on November 4 at 5:15 PM local time (November 5 at 2:15 AM Moscow time), when a UPS cargo MD-11 crashed shortly after takeoff from Louisville International Airport. There were three crew members on board, all of whom died, as well as, according to preliminary data, at least ten people on the ground. Reports suggest that the cause of the incident may have been a fire in one of the engines. The aircraft climbed to an altitude of approximately 30.5 meters after

08.11.2025, 18:25
In Bishkek, a citizen suspected of ties to organized crime has been detained
Local news / Exclusive

In Bishkek, a citizen suspected of ties to organized crime has been detained

A citizen suspected of having connections with an organized crime group was detained in the capital of Kyrgyzstan, Bishkek. This information was provided by the press service of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic. According to available data, the detained individual, T. K. M., has previously been involved in investigations regarding his possible contacts with members of criminal organizations.

08.11.2025, 18:12
Incidents / Tourism

Extortion at Kyzyl-Tuu School. The Interior Ministry of Chui Region Responded to Parents

In the Chuy region, an investigation has been launched into a case of extortion that occurred at a secondary school in the village of Kyzyl-Tuu. This information was provided by the press service of the regional police department. Investigative actions were initiated after a publication on Instagram, where the mother of one of the students expressed dissatisfaction with how the investigation was proceeding and claimed that there were regular instances of extortion at the educational

08.11.2025, 17:57
SIB of Moldova has added the interim president of Syria to the list of terrorists
In the world

SIB of Moldova has added the interim president of Syria to the list of terrorists

The document states that al-Sharaa has been included in the "list of individuals, groups, and entities involved in terrorism related to the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction." At the same time, on November 6, the UN Security Council adopted a resolution that excludes al-Sharaa from the organization's sanctions lists. This document was prepared by the United States and proposes his removal from the list of individuals associated with the terrorist groups "Islamic

08.11.2025, 17:55
Local news / Population

Former IZ*ONE K-pop group member is in Kyrgyzstan

Kwon Eunbi, a famous singer and former member of the popular K-pop group IZ*ONE, is currently in Kyrgyzstan. According to Kaktus.media, the information was provided by the tourism department of the Kyrgyz Republic. She is participating in the project alongside well-known influencers, including travel blogger PaniBottle, who has 2.48 million subscribers on YouTube. The filming is taking place in the picturesque Issyk-Kul region.

08.11.2025, 17:51
Incidents

Suspect in Car Theft Detained in Bishkek

According to information provided by the police press service, on November 5, a citizen named K. N. reported to the Internal Affairs Directorate that his car had been stolen. The incident occurred around 21:15 at the corner of Panfilov and Gorky streets, where his car was parked. Based on this statement, a criminal case was initiated under Article 211 of the Criminal Code of the Kyrgyz Republic, concerning the theft of a motor vehicle. During operational activities, including the analysis of

08.11.2025, 17:39