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A fire broke out in a high-rise building in the city of Kara-Kul: The fire damaged 2 apartments

In Kara-Kul, located in the Jalal-Abad region, a fire occurred today, November 6, on the fourth floor of an apartment building, reports Turmush correspondent. According to preliminary data, the fire broke out around 15:40 in apartment number 24 of building number 25 on Seriy Street. The area of the fire was 15 square meters. As a result of the fire, the neighboring apartment number 22 was also partially damaged, where the fire affected an area of 3 square meters.

06.11.2025, 20:49
Sports

Fighter Fedor Emelianenko Shares His First Impressions of Kyrgyzstan

The famous mixed martial arts fighter Fedor Emelianenko, during a press conference held on October 6 dedicated to the World Sambo Championship, shared his first impressions of visiting Kyrgyzstan. According to Emelianenko, he has not yet had the opportunity to explore the country in detail, but he expressed hope that he would be able to do so if he finds some free time.

06.11.2025, 20:47
Local news

The status of some settlements will be changed

In Kyrgyzstan, as part of the proposed draft law presented for public discussion, a number of settlements from the Batken, Osh, and Talas regions may be classified as ayils. According to current legislation, for a settlement to be granted the status of an ayil, it must have at least 50 residents, of whom at least half are engaged in agriculture. Obtaining this status will allow local settlements to become independent territorial units within the corresponding ayil district, which will enhance

06.11.2025, 20:46
Local news

Bishkek Tops the Ranking of Cities with the Most Polluted Air

According to the air quality monitoring service, on November 6, Bishkek ranked first among cities with the highest level of pollution. The concentration of PM2.5 — fine particles made up of solid substances and liquid droplets — reached 149 µg/m³, which classifies the air in the capital as "very harmful."

06.11.2025, 20:45
Local news

In Singapore, internet scammers will be whipped with rods

According to information provided by The Washington Post, the new measures will affect not only those directly involved in fraud but also those who assist them by providing bank accounts, SIM cards, and personal data, as well as recruiters. The only exceptions will be women, girls, and men over the age of 50. The publication also reported that in the first half of 2025, numerous cases of internet fraud were recorded in Singapore, and the damage from these crimes has reached $3.88 billion since

06.11.2025, 20:31
Local news

In Kyrgyzstan, 39.75 percent of deputy mandates in local councils are held by women

The dynamics of women's participation in the political life of Kyrgyzstan demonstrate a positive trend: their representation in local self-government bodies continues to grow. Currently, women hold 39.75% of deputy mandates in local councils, as reported by Kudaybergen Bazarbaev, director of the State Agency for Public Service and Local Self-Government. He noted that as part of the administrative-territorial reform, the total number of deputy seats has decreased from 9062 to 6384.

06.11.2025, 20:27
Sports

Kyrgyzstan Football Championship: Three-Day Series in Karakol Concluded with 7 Goals

As part of the Kyrgyzstan Football Championship, the team "Bars" from Karakol won against "Bishkek City" in the match of the 25th round of the Premier League. The game, which took place on November 6 at the "Intymak Arena," ended with a score of 4:3 in favor of the Karakol team. The match was originally scheduled for November 4, but was postponed due to heavy snowfall.

06.11.2025, 20:19
Economy

Uncovering the Mining Industry: Why Everyone Should Know Who Owns the Deposits in Kyrgyzstan

Kyrgyzstan has significant reserves of natural resources, including not only gold but also many other minerals that are currently in short supply on the global market. This creates opportunities for the development of the mining sector. In recent years, the republic has focused on non-critical minerals, which is a promising area for investment. However, attracting investors willing to finance the development of the sector is necessary. It is important that activities in the mining industry are

06.11.2025, 19:52
Fire hydrant burst on Osmonkula Street
Local news

Fire hydrant burst on Osmonkula Street

Today, November 6, in Bishkek, at the corner of Osmonkul and Ogonbaev streets, a hydrant burst, causing a significant amount of water to flow. This information was confirmed by the press service of the city hall. Photo courtesy of the Bishkek city hall press service. Photo courtesy of the Bishkek city hall press service. An emergency crew from the Municipal Enterprise "Bishkekvodokanal" arrived at the scene immediately and began work to restore the 400-millimeter diameter water

06.11.2025, 19:28
Bishkek City Court upheld the sentence of Joormat Karabaev without changes
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Bishkek City Court upheld the sentence of Joormat Karabaev without changes

Previously, the former employee of the National Academy of Sciences was sentenced to three years of probation A session was held at the Bishkek City Court, where it was decided to uphold the sentence issued to Joomart Karabaev, a former employee of the National Academy of Sciences of the Kyrgyz Republic. This was reported by human rights activist Gulshaiyr Abdirasulova on her social media.

06.11.2025, 19:28
Local news / Cultural news

"History of the Manaschi": The Story of the Manaschi Aktan Tynybek Uulu

On February 18, a presentation of the book "Manaschylar" took place at the National Theater "Manas," which collects the biographies and life stories of 150 manaschy over the last five centuries. The author of this project is the manaschy and theater director Nurbek Talantbekov. In chronological order, the list of manaschy is presented, supplemented by verses written by manaschy Rysbai Isakov, who is also known for entering the Guinness Book of Records for recounting the epic

06.11.2025, 19:27
UNESCO established the International Day of Nomadic Heritage at the initiative of Kyrgyzstan
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UNESCO established the International Day of Nomadic Heritage at the initiative of Kyrgyzstan

At the 43rd session of the UNESCO General Conference held on November 6, a resolution proposed by Kyrgyzstan was unanimously adopted, proclaiming September 22 as the International Day of Nomadic Heritage. This was reported by the National Commission of the Kyrgyz Republic for UNESCO. Photo by UNESCO. Kyrgyzstan initiated the creation of the International Day of Nomadic Heritage

06.11.2025, 19:17
Local news

No More Than Two Hours. How Not to Degenerate on Social Media - Psychiatrist

Yulia Ulitina, a psychiatrist, warned about the harmful effects of social media on mental health. In an interview on "Birinchi Radio," she noted that constant presence on the internet can lead to increased anxiety and depression. According to her, users tend to compare their lives with what they see on social media, forgetting that this is often just a façade. "People present themselves in the best light, creating ideal images. They write scripts, choose costumes, and rehearse

06.11.2025, 19:03
News / Education news

The Prosecutor's Office has ordered to strengthen sanitary control in Bishkek schools after mass poisoning at the private school "Seitek Stem"

Following the mass food poisoning incident at the private school "Seitek Stem," the Prosecutor's Office of Bishkek has sent directives to the State Sanitary and Epidemiological Surveillance Center demanding increased control over compliance with sanitary standards in educational institutions. According to information from the Prosecutor's Office press service, it is necessary to raise the requirements for food organization, sanitary conditions, and the overall maintenance of

06.11.2025, 19:00
Local news / Mountaineering

Residents are unhappy with the road construction to "Ala-Too Resort." What did the Ministry of Transport respond?

Residents of the village of Kyzyl-Kiya (Sovetskoye), located in the Ak-Suu district of the Issyk-Kul region, are protesting against the movement of trucks that deliver sand for the construction of a road to the "Ala-Too Resort." This was reported by readers of the publication Kaktus.media. According to them, the road surface is in a deplorable state. Due to the lack of watering, dust and mud from passing vehicles accumulate on the road.

06.11.2025, 18:43
Israeli Minister Urges New York Jews to Leave the City Due to Mamdani's Victory
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Israeli Minister Urges New York Jews to Leave the City Due to Mamdani's Victory

Shikli also noted that "New York will probably never return to its former state, especially for its Jewish community," and advised considering moving to Israel. He compared the situation to what happened in London, where the mayor since 2016 is Muslim Sadiq Khan, stating: "New York is step by step moving towards the abyss." About 1.3 million Jews live in New York, making it the largest Jewish community outside of Israel. The mayoral elections took place on November 4.

06.11.2025, 18:42
Orunbekov: Energy deficit is a temporary phenomenon, the country is building dozens of new hydropower plants
Local news / Exclusive

Orunbekov: Energy deficit is a temporary phenomenon, the country is building dozens of new hydropower plants

The country continues to actively implement a large-scale program to increase energy capacity through the construction of hydropower plants of various sizes. This was stated by Daiyrbek Orunbekov, head of the information policy department of the President's Administration of Kyrgyzstan. He noted that the current electricity deficit is temporary and arose due to a long absence of investments in the sector. "For the first time in many years, systematic reforms have begun in the energy

06.11.2025, 18:21
Local news

In Kyrgyzstan, the leadership qualities of women leaders in government agencies are being enhanced

The press service of the State Agency for Public Service and Local Self-Government reports on the conduct of a two-day training seminar for female deputy ministers and heads of various departments. Kudaybergen Bazarbaev, the director of the agency, emphasized the importance of enhancing the role of women in public administration and the necessity of supporting their professional growth.

06.11.2025, 18:08
Local news

In Kyrgyzstan, punishment for begging on the roads may be introduced

The Ministry of Justice has developed a new draft law concerning responsibility for begging on the roadway. This document is available for discussion. According to the Ministry of Internal Affairs, the problem of begging, especially in Bishkek and Osh, is becoming increasingly relevant and continues to grow. The number of people engaged in this activity increases every year. In Osh, there is a noticeable predominance of foreign citizens and stateless persons among beggars.

06.11.2025, 18:07
Health

The psychiatrist explained how to notice the deterioration of mental health in time.

Psychiatrist Yulia Ulitina shared important recommendations for identifying signs of deteriorating mental health on the air of "Birinchi Radio." She noted that attention should be paid not only to emotional state but also to physical well-being and cognitive functions. According to the specialist, if a person experiences problems with memory, attention, speech, as well as sleep disturbances, and issues with the cardiovascular and digestive systems, this may indicate possible mental

06.11.2025, 18:03
Ecology

The Ministry of Natural Resources plans to achieve control over the payment of environmental fees.

Meder Mashiyev, head of the Ministry of Natural Resources, noted that many enterprises are delaying or not fully paying environmental pollution fees. In an interview with Gulf News, he pointed out the need for changes in legislation so that the ministry could independently monitor the payment of environmental fees and take action against violators. “At the moment, we do not have the authority to conduct inspections in this area without coordination with other government agencies. We will seek

06.11.2025, 18:01
Culture / Exclusive

In Naryn, the 100th anniversary of theater figures Andabekov and Karasartova was celebrated

In Naryn, a memorial evening was held dedicated to the 100th anniversary of the outstanding masters of theatrical art — Seyitkazy Andabekov and Koysun Karasartova, reports Turmush correspondent. This commemorative evening, according to the decree of the Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic, was included in the list of anniversary events of national significance and was marked at the state level.

06.11.2025, 17:56
In Balykchy, Kamchybek Tashiev handed over the keys to new houses to six families.
Local news

In Balykchy, Kamchybek Tashiev handed over the keys to new houses to six families.

As part of his working trip on November 6, 2025, Colonel General Kamchybek Tashiev, who holds the position of Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic and Chairman of the State Committee for National Security, handed over keys and documents for new apartments to six families. Previously, these families lived in houses located just two meters from the railway, which created dangerous living conditions. In this regard, local authorities made the decision to relocate

06.11.2025, 17:55
Almaz Akun became the XFC World Champion in Italy
Local news

Almaz Akun became the XFC World Champion in Italy

From October 30 to November 2, the World Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) Championship under the auspices of XFC took place in Rome, Italy, where Kyrgyzstani Almaz Akun showcased outstanding skills and won the championship title, reports Prosports.kz.

06.11.2025, 17:53
"After Everest, my life changed by 180 degrees - Kubatov"
Local news / Exclusive

"After Everest, my life changed by 180 degrees - Kubatov"

Eduard Kubatov, the president of the Federation of Mountaineering of Kyrgyzstan, shared his thoughts on how climbing Everest changed his life. In an interview for the "Kabar" agency podcast, he noted that this event radically changed his perception of the world. “I often reflect on how it would have been if I had climbed Everest at a younger age—say, at 30 or 35. Perhaps my life would have taken a different turn. My priorities were completely different back then. I focused on money,

06.11.2025, 17:50