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A powerful magnetic storm will hit Earth
Local news / Exclusive

A powerful magnetic storm will hit Earth

According to information provided by the Solar Astronomy Laboratory of the Space Research Institute (IKI) of the Russian Academy of Sciences, a powerful magnetic storm is expected on November 7, which will be the strongest of this year. On this day, Earth will encounter a large coronal hole, which will be accompanied by the arrival of two plasma clouds. These clouds resulted from significant solar flares recorded two days ago. Scientists have designated November 7 as the day with the most

07.11.2025, 18:43
Local news

The Foreign Ministry redirected the question of a possible entry ban for deputies into Russia to the Border Guard Service.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic commented on rumors regarding a ban on entry into Russia for three deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh. The agency did not confirm this information and pointed out the lack of authority to maintain such data. “The Consular Department of the MFA of the KR is responsible for processing visas and permits for foreign citizens. For information on entry and exit rules, we recommend contacting the Border Service of the GKNB,” the ministry noted.

07.11.2025, 18:34
Doctors from the National Hospital are training in endoscopic surgery in China
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Doctors from the National Hospital are training in endoscopic surgery in China

Doctors from Kyrgyzstan are undergoing training in modern endoscopic surgery methods in China, reports the press service of the Ministry of Health. According to the information, as part of international cooperation in the field of medicine, a delegation from the National Hospital has begun a two-week training program at a clinic located in the city of Changsha.

07.11.2025, 18:32
Economy

From Flour to Billions: What Small and Medium Businesses in the Country Live By

Over the past five years, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Kyrgyzstan have significantly expanded their influence on the economy. According to data from the National Statistical Committee, by 2024, there were 25,500 small and medium-sized enterprises in the country, of which 96.5% were small. The largest number of SMEs is concentrated in trade: over 34% of enterprises are engaged in wholesale and retail trade and car repair, about 12% in industry, and more than 10% in construction.

07.11.2025, 18:18
Economy

Tesla will pay Elon Musk nearly a trillion dollars. But under several conditions.

At a recent shareholders' meeting held on November 6, 75% of participants agreed to a record compensation package for Elon Musk, which could reach nearly $1 trillion, according to Reuters. Under the agreement, Musk, already the richest person in the world, will need to significantly increase Tesla's market value and meet other performance targets over the coming years. If he successfully meets the conditions, he could earn hundreds of millions of new shares in the company.

07.11.2025, 18:17
Kasymaiev took part in the opening of the World Sambo Championship in Bishkek
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Kasymaiev took part in the opening of the World Sambo Championship in Bishkek

The Head of the Presidential Administration and the Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers, Adylbek Kasymaiev, attended the opening of the World Sambo Championship taking place in the capital of Kyrgyzstan, Bishkek. In his speech, he emphasized that it is a significant honor for Kyrgyzstan to host such a large-scale international event.

07.11.2025, 18:12
Bishkek Electric Networks Clarified the Situation with Power Outages in the House in the "Djal" Microdistrict
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Bishkek Electric Networks Clarified the Situation with Power Outages in the House in the "Djal" Microdistrict

The Bishkek Electric Networks enterprise, part of OJSC "NESC," has provided an official explanation regarding the temporary power outage at the address 81 Masalieva Street. It has been reported that the outage occurred at the end of August this year due to accumulated debt for electricity, which amounted to about 3 million soms. The residents of this building moved in without the necessary documentation.

07.11.2025, 18:08
Incidents

In the village of Lenin's, an illegal madrasa was discovered

On November 7, employees of the Department for Counteracting Extremism and Illegal Migration of the Main Internal Affairs Directorate of the Chui Region conducted a raid, during which a madrasa with a dormitory was discovered in the village of Lenin, operating without the necessary permits. According to the press service of the regional police, this event has been registered with the Internal Affairs Directorate of the Alamudun District.

07.11.2025, 18:01
The Naryn-Oruk-Tam highway is temporarily closed until April 15.
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The Naryn-Oruk-Tam highway is temporarily closed until April 15.

From November 7, 2025, until April 15, 2026, the section of the Naryn–Oruktam road located between kilometers 50 and 75 will be closed to traffic. According to a press release from the Ministry of Transport and Communications of the Kyrgyz Republic, this decision was made based on the directive of the head of the Naryn District State Administration. The reason for this closure is the deteriorating weather conditions and the increased threat of avalanches, which jeopardizes road safety.

07.11.2025, 18:00
Kyrgyzstan and the IFC Discussed Cooperation Priorities
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Kyrgyzstan and the IFC Discussed Cooperation Priorities

On November 6, a meeting took place in Bishkek between the First Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Kyrgyzstan, Asein Isaev, and the head of the delegation of the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC), Seval Guzelkilinch. According to the press service of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Kyrgyzstan, the discussion focused on key areas of bilateral cooperation, as well as project activities carried out by the IFRC in the country.

07.11.2025, 17:29
Local news

In Kyrgyzstan, about 2,500 deaths per year are related to alcohol

According to the Ministry of Health, alcohol is a catalyst for more than 200 different diseases and conditions, including liver cirrhosis, cancer, cardiovascular and mental disorders. It ranks among the top risk factors contributing to non-communicable diseases (NCDs). Statistics show that over 80% of all deaths in Kyrgyzstan are related to NCDs, and alcohol is directly responsible for nearly one in ten of these tragedies.

07.11.2025, 17:28
In Talas, a store was fined for operating without the necessary permits
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In Talas, a store was fined for operating without the necessary permits

In Talas, a fine was imposed on a store that operated without the necessary permits. This information was announced by representatives of the Ministry of Construction, Architecture, and Housing and Communal Services of the Kyrgyz Republic. According to the ministry's data, the inspection revealed that the store, located at K. Nurjanov Street, 48/2, was conducting its activities without the appropriate architectural documents.

07.11.2025, 17:25
Local news

Two departmental kindergartens of the GSIN propose to transfer to the village administration

A draft resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers has been submitted regarding the transfer of two kindergartens from the State Penitentiary Service to municipal ownership for public discussion. Specifically, this concerns the kindergarten "Kyzgaldak," which is located at institution No. 8 in the village of Petrovka, as well as the nursery-kindergarten "Baktyluu Balalyk," which is situated at institution No. 3 in the village of Novo-Pokrovka.

07.11.2025, 17:24
Aibiyke Ulanbek kyzy won gold at the Asian Championship in Parajudo
Sports

Aibiyke Ulanbek kyzy won gold at the Asian Championship in Parajudo

Photo by the Parajudo Federation of the Kyrgyz Republic According to a report from 24.kg, Kyrgyz athlete Aibiyke Ulanbek kyzy achieved victory at the Asian Championships in parajudo. The competition is taking place from November 7 to 9 in Astana as part of the IBSA Judo Asian Championships. Aibiyke, competing in the weight category up to 52 kilograms (J2), won gold after battling participants from India and Thailand.

07.11.2025, 17:21
The State Committee for National Security of the Kyrgyz Republic presented the experience of implementing the API/PNR system to the OSCE.
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The State Committee for National Security of the Kyrgyz Republic presented the experience of implementing the API/PNR system to the OSCE.

The delegation of the State Committee for National Security (GKNB) of the Kyrgyz Republic participated from November 5 to 7 in the ninth OSCE seminar on passenger data and the fifth meeting of the informal working group of Eastern Europe and Central Asia, held in the Austrian capital, Vienna. According to information provided by the state committee, more than 180 representatives from 57 OSCE participating countries took part in the events, organized jointly with the UN Counter-Terrorism Office.

07.11.2025, 17:08
A Record Number of Workers Laid Off in the U.S.
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A Record Number of Workers Laid Off in the U.S.

Mass layoffs in the United States are reaching record levels, driven by the active implementation of artificial intelligence (AI) technologies and the need to cut costs. This was reported by Bloomberg journalists, citing data from Challenger, Gray & Christmas Inc. Last month, there was a significant increase in the number of layoffs: 153,074 people lost their jobs, marking the highest figure for October in the last twenty years. For comparison, this number is nearly three times higher than

07.11.2025, 16:57
Local news

Backstage from Washington: How the C5+1 Summit with Sadyr Japarov Went

In Washington, the "Central Asia – USA" (C5+1) summit took place, with the participation of the President of Kyrgyzstan, Sadyr Japarov. Before the event began, there was a high level of tension and focus in the hall. According to reports from correspondents, as soon as the start of filming was announced, journalists quickly rushed to secure the best spots for photos and videos. As a result, a crush occurred in the aisles, where everyone tried to capture the moment of the meeting of

07.11.2025, 16:53
The State Committee for National Security of Kyrgyzstan informed the OSCE about the implementation of the API/PNR system
Local news

The State Committee for National Security of Kyrgyzstan informed the OSCE about the implementation of the API/PNR system

From November 5 to 7, 2025, at the invitation of the OSCE Secretariat, a delegation from the State Committee for National Security of the Kyrgyz Republic participated in the ninth seminar dedicated to passenger data, as well as in the fifth meeting of the informal working group of Eastern Europe and Central Asia. The events took place in Vienna, Austria, and gathered more than 180 participants from 57 OSCE participating states, as reported by the press service of the agency.

07.11.2025, 16:50
Local news

Arrives once every 15 days. There is no access to water in the villages of Sargata and Uch-Terek.

Residents of the Uch-Terek rural district, located in the Toktogul region of the Jalal-Abad province, have expressed dissatisfaction with the quality and availability of drinking water. They have submitted a corresponding complaint to the Ombudsman of Kyrgyzstan, Jamilya Dzhamanbaeva, as reported by the press service of the institute. During monitoring, representatives of the Ombudsman found significant deficiencies in the social infrastructure of the district.

07.11.2025, 16:43
Incidents

In the first 9 months of 2025, 16,659 reports of domestic violence were registered

Senior Prosecutor of the General Prosecutor's Office Nazgul Zhusupbekova reported at an expanded interdepartmental meeting that 16,659 appeals related to domestic violence have been registered in the first nine months of the current year. She noted that criminal cases have been initiated in 456 of these instances, and 4,236 protocols have been drawn up in accordance with the Code of Offenses.

07.11.2025, 16:42
The newspaper "Slovo Kyrgyzstana" celebrates its 100th anniversary
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The newspaper "Slovo Kyrgyzstana" celebrates its 100th anniversary

Today in Bishkek, a solemn event is taking place dedicated to the 100th anniversary of the newspaper "Slovo Kyrgyzstana". Among the participants of the celebration are the Deputy Minister of Culture, Information and Youth Policy of the Kyrgyz Republic Marat Tagaev, State Secretary Marat Imankulov, Deputy Chairman of the Union of Journalists Kurmanbek Ramatov, as well as the editor-in-chief of the publishing house "Slovo Kyrgyzstana" Elena Zholobova and other invited guests.

07.11.2025, 16:42
Local news

"MISSION GOOD". Diagnosis and Support for Children with ASD, Cerebral Palsy, and Down Syndrome

As part of the "Mission GOOD" program, specialists from Russia will arrive in Kyrgyzstan to provide methodological and practical assistance. From November 9 to 20, a series of events focusing on the diagnosis and support of children with autism spectrum disorders (ASD), Down syndrome, and cerebral palsy (CP) will take place in Bishkek and Osh. Four experts in the fields of psychiatry, psychology, defectology, and inclusive education will conduct training for local specialists,

07.11.2025, 16:40
Seitek Kulubaev Appointed Mayor of Batken City
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Seitek Kulubaev Appointed Mayor of Batken City

President of the Kyrgyz Republic Sadyr Japarov signed a decree appointing Seitek Dolotbekovich Kulubaev as the mayor of Batken, located in the Batken region. Prior to this, he served as the head of the state administration - akim of the Aravan district in the Osh region.

07.11.2025, 16:39
Exclusive

In the Kochkor Museum, archival photographs of prosperous families who were deported to Ukraine during the repressions are kept.

In the Kochkor Historical Museum, archival photographs of local residents who became victims of repression and were relocated to Ukraine are collected. As reported by Turmush correspondent, among the museum visitors were Asel Asanbekova and Kenzhe Erkinbek kyzy, who are engaged in researching historical facts. They donated photographs of families from the Kochkor district to the museum, who were deported in the 1930s to the settlements of Chalbasy (now Vinogradovo, Kherson region) and

07.11.2025, 16:38
Incidents

In the Alamedin District, a man burned the inscription "Mellstroy" in a field. He was fined.

In the Alamidin district, police officers discovered a young man, O.N., born in 2001, who recorded the process of arson and published it on social media. This video caused a wide resonance among users. According to the press service of the Bishkek City Police Department, the incident occurred on November 5 in the village of Suymonkula Chokmorov, when unidentified individuals set fire to a plot of land, leaving the inscription "Mellstroy" on it.

07.11.2025, 16:37
Incidents

In Bishkek, the police conducted raids "Vagabond" and "Begging" to identify the homeless

On November 7, the press service of the Internal Affairs Department of the Lenin District reported on the preventive measures called "Vagabond" and "Begging," which were carried out by police officers. During the raids conducted from November 6 to 7, 40 individuals without permanent housing and documents were discovered. These citizens were taken to the District Internal Affairs Department, where they were photographed, fingerprinted, and had preventive conversations with

07.11.2025, 16:28
Local news

Russians Returning from Abroad May Have Their SIM Cards Blocked for 24 Hours

In Russia, a 24-hour "cooling-off period" for local operators' SIM cards may be introduced soon. This will affect subscribers who have not used their SIM card for more than 72 hours or who have been in international roaming, reports Kommersant, citing sources in the telecommunications sector. During this time, users will not be able to access mobile internet or send SMS messages.

07.11.2025, 16:27
Sadyr Japarov distinguished himself with decisiveness, returning Kumtor in eight months - Kubatov
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Sadyr Japarov distinguished himself with decisiveness, returning Kumtor in eight months - Kubatov

In a podcast by the agency "Kabar," the president of the Federation of Mountaineering of Kyrgyzstan, Eduard Kubatov, emphasized that Sadyr Japarov demonstrated significant determination by regaining control over Kumtor in just eight months. In his opinion, this project had long been used not only for economic but also for political purposes. Kubatov noted that during Askar Akayev's rule, serious mistakes were made, resulting in Kyrgyzstan losing its stake in the Kumtor mine.

07.11.2025, 16:27
Local news / Cultural news

Kanikei Momunova Appointed Director of the State Historical and Cultural Reserve-Museum "Shakh-Fazil"

Kanykey Nasirdinovna Momunova has taken the position of director of the State Historical and Cultural Reserve-Museum "Shakh-Fazil" since November 4, with a probation period set for three months. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Culture. Prior to Momunova's appointment, the position of director of the reserve was held by Erkin Imankulovich Begimkulov, who left at his own request.

07.11.2025, 16:23
In the world

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic reports on the temporary suspension of operations at the checkpoint between Lithuania and Belarus.

From October 29 to November 30, 2025, the Lithuanian government decided to temporarily close two border checkpoints: "Mediininkai" and "Shalchinai" on the border with Belarus. The checkpoint "Mediininkai" will operate with restrictions, and crossing the border is allowed only for certain categories of citizens, including:

07.11.2025, 16:21
At the Juridical Academy, issues of environmental protection and rational use of natural resources were discussed.
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At the Juridical Academy, issues of environmental protection and rational use of natural resources were discussed.

As part of the cooperation between the Prosecutor's Offices of the Kyrgyz Republic and the Russian Federation, a round table was held on November 6-7, 2025, at the Juridical Academy of the General Prosecutor's Office, dedicated to issues of environmental protection and the rational use of natural resources, the press service reported. The event is part of the joint action plan between the General Prosecutor's Offices of the two countries for 2024-2025. Participants discussed

07.11.2025, 16:18
Local news

Residents of Bishkek complain about the lack of heating in their homes

Residents of the high-rise buildings in Bishkek have contacted the Call Center of Kaktus.media expressing their dissatisfaction regarding the lack of heating in their homes, despite reports from utility services about the connection being established. *****In the 8th microdistrict, many residents are complaining about the cold in their homes. They have reached out to various authorities, but unfortunately, without any results. In some kindergartens, the working day had to be shortened due to

07.11.2025, 16:18
Ecology

In the Jayil District, a raid was conducted to prevent air pollution

On November 6, in the Jayil district of the Chui region, inspectors from the Chui Regional Department of Environmental and Technical Supervision, operating under the Ministry of Natural Resources, Ecology, and Technical Supervision, conducted activities to explain the rules regarding coal storage. According to the press service of the Ministry of Natural Resources, these raids were carried out as part of the implementation of Resolution No. 639 "On Certain Measures for the Protection of

07.11.2025, 16:14
Local news

Tashiev: We have compiled a list of those who plundered the country

The Deputy Prime Minister and head of the State Committee for National Security, Kamchybek Tashiev, reported on the successful fight against corruption during a meeting with the residents of Balykchy. According to him, about 70% of the plundered state property has already been returned to the ownership of the country. He noted that the methods used for the plundering were mainly related to privatization. "The infrastructure and industry of the country were transferred to various

07.11.2025, 16:11
The Kapchagay section of the Naryn-Oryuktam highway is temporarily closed until April 15.
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The Kapchagay section of the Naryn-Oryuktam highway is temporarily closed until April 15.

The section of the Naryn–Oruktam highway, located between kilometers 50 and 75, will be temporarily closed from November 7, 2025, until April 15, 2026. According to information provided by the press service of the Ministry of Transport and Communications of the Kyrgyz Republic, this decision was made in accordance with the order of the head of the Naryn District State Administration. The closure is due to adverse weather conditions and the risk of snow avalanches, making it necessary to ensure

07.11.2025, 16:09