Construction of the public cultural center in Kara-Kuldja continues

In the Kara-Kulja district of the Osh region, the creation of a public cultural center is progressing at an active pace. The project is being funded by the Stabilization Fund, which has allocated 150 million soms for its implementation. According to information from the Ministry of Construction, construction work began on July 7, 2025. Currently, finishing works are actively being carried out inside the building, as well as the decoration of the facade and landscaping of the adjacent area. The

Long New Year Holidays. When to Return to Work?

Users of Kaktus.media are wondering about the duration of the New Year holidays. The answer: they will be. According to the new Labor Code, which was signed on January 23, non-working public holidays in Kyrgyzstan are established as January 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, and 6 (New Year holidays), as well as January 7 — the day of Orthodox Christmas.

When diversifying warehouse types, it is important to focus on the needs of specific regions, - analytics

- The specialists of the EDB have published recommendations for the development of warehouse infrastructure in the Eurasian region (EDB, 2025). The document emphasizes that for the successful development of warehouse infrastructure, it is essential to eliminate bottlenecks and develop systemic solutions that promote trade, transit, and economic integration.

The President of Turkmenistan has authorized cryptocurrency mining and the operation of cryptocurrency exchanges

Illustrative photo As part of this law, the processes of creation, issuance, storage, and circulation of virtual assets are regulated. It is important to note that cryptocurrencies in Turkmenistan can be used within the framework of civil law; however, they are not accepted as an official means of payment, currency, or securities. Virtual assets can be either secured or unsecured. Mining will be available for both individual entrepreneurs and legal entities, who must register electronically

Central Laboratory of the Ministry of Natural Resources: What tests are conducted in the laboratory and what equipment does it have?

The Ministry of Natural Resources has presented information about its Central Laboratory, located in the agency's building. The results obtained in this laboratory have international recognition due to ILAC (International Laboratory Accreditation Cooperation) accreditation. The laboratory is accredited by the Kyrgyz Accreditation Center and complies with the following international standards:

"That's nonsense. He hasn't fallen into any disgrace," - Putin on why Lavrov is not at official events.

Illustrative photo Vladimir Putin denied rumors that Sergey Lavrov, the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Russia, allegedly lost trust and stopped appearing at official meetings in the Kremlin. “This is complete nonsense. Lavrov is not in disgrace. He has his own work schedule, and he informed me about what he will be doing and the timelines. He is actively engaged in this and is preparing for a meeting with American partners,” Putin stated at a press conference following his visit to Bishkek.

The number of fatalities from the fire in Hong Kong has risen to 128. Authorities have launched a corruption investigation.

In Hong Kong, as a result of a fire that broke out in the Wang Fuk Court residential complex on Wednesday, local authorities report that at least 128 people have died, according to the BBC.

16-year-old at the wheel of a "BMW" hit family members walking down the street — a woman and her granddaughter died

A tragedy occurred in the city of Osh: a 16-year-old driver operating a "BMW" struck a group of pedestrians. According to information from the press service of the Osh Internal Affairs Department, the incident happened on November 27 at around 12:40 PM. The teenager M.A., behind the wheel of a "BMW E39," lost control of the vehicle and veered into oncoming traffic, subsequently hitting pedestrians, among whom were S.D., born in 1977, her niece M.D., born in 2005, and little

The Ministry of Construction of Kyrgyzstan commented on the information about poor-quality windows in the high-rise building.

According to representatives of the Ministry of Construction, due to changes in the project, work is currently underway to dismantle the windows installed in a checkerboard pattern for their replacement in accordance with the new requirements. All work is being carried out under the supervision of the ministry and strictly in accordance with the project, so there is no cause for concern. It should also be mentioned that on September 30 of this year, the Ministry of Construction conducted

In Bishkek, a UPSM employee helped a grandmother cross the road and conquered social media

A touching video has become popular in Bishkek, in which a UPSM employee helps an elderly woman safely cross the road. This clip was sent by one of the users and instantly sparked active discussion among Kyrgyzstani people. Social media users are actively expressing their gratitude to the inspector and sharing their stories, emphasizing that police officers often provide assistance in various situations, even though it is not always captured on camera. “We receive a lot of positive feedback. In

605 cases of HIV in the Issyk-Kul region — doctors remind about the importance of early diagnosis

This year, 57 new cases of HIV infection have been recorded in the Issyk-Kul region from January to October, reported the director of the regional center for the control of viral hepatitis and HIV, Sharsakan Ogoeva, in an interview with a Turmush correspondent. Unfortunately, 8 people who contracted HIV this year have died, among whom 4 women were pregnant.

European Space Agency Conducted Training for Emergency Situations Ministry Employees of the Kyrgyz Republic

From November 24 to 27, a training seminar was held in Kyrgyzstan, organized by the European Space Agency (ESA) with the support of the World Bank as part of the KG RESILAND project, which is being implemented by the Ministry of Emergency Situations of the Kyrgyz Republic. The ministry's press service reported this. During this training, participants became familiar with GMF and GISAT methods, which assist in identifying and mapping degraded lands, as well as studying the relationship

In the intensive care unit of the "infectious diseases" department, there are 6 patients with ARVI.

In the Republican Infectious Disease Hospital, 6 patients suffering from acute respiratory viral infections (ARVI) are being treated in the intensive care unit. As reported by the Ministry of Health, the number of visits and hospitalizations to the medical facility has noticeably decreased in recent days compared to the beginning of the week. At the same time, despite the reduction in new cases, the bed capacity remains under high load: 500 beds are in use, while the actual number of patients

The head of the cabinet had breakfast with Bundestag deputies and discussed cooperation

Photo of the cabinet. Breakfast with Bundestag deputies At a working breakfast held in Bishkek, the head of the Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic, Adylbek Kasymaliev, met with Bundestag deputies representing the Friendship Group "Germany - Central Asia." The press service of the cabinet reported on the significance of this event for strengthening Kyrgyz-German ties. Kasymaliev emphasized that Kyrgyzstan views Germany as one of its main partners in the European Union and

In Kyrgyzstan, they want to ban the sale of veterinary drugs without a prescription.

The government of Kyrgyzstan has published a draft amendment to the regulatory act concerning the circulation of veterinary medications for public discussion. According to the new proposed rules, the sale of prescription drugs will only be possible with a prescription from a veterinary specialist.

Kyrgyz-Russian Cooperation in the Field of Migration Reaches a New Level

Massive fire in Hong Kong extinguished, death toll reached 128

Today, the authorities of Hong Kong announced the completion of the fight against a multi-day fire that broke out in the Wang Fuk Court residential complex. The fire started on November 26 in a building that housed about 4,600 people. The causes of the incident remain unknown, but it is believed that the rapid spread of the flames was facilitated by foam window frames and a malfunctioning fire alarm system, which was absent in all eight blocks.

The Bishkek City Hall Withdraws Lawsuits Regarding Land Plots on Ch.Aitmatov Avenue

The head of Bishkek, Aibek Junushaliev, instructed the City Hall's Land Use Control Department to withdraw 29 lawsuits concerning land plots located along Ch.Aitmatov Avenue. This decision aims to resolve issues without resorting to court and to establish effective interaction with the owners of the specified lands.

The Traffic Police Calls on Youth to Refrain from Car Hooliganism

Since the beginning of the year, 1,360 auto hooligans have been detained in Kyrgyzstan, whose actions endangered the safety of other road users. In response to these offenses, measures have been taken: fines have been imposed on violators, and their vehicles have been placed in impound lots. Considering that a significant portion of auto hooligans and participants in illegal races are youth, the State Traffic Safety Department urges parents to closely monitor their children's behavior.

The State Committee for National Security returned 7.2 hectares of land and a canning factory in Tokmok to the state

According to the press center of the State Committee for National Security (GKNB), the agency uncovered facts of illegal privatization of the canning factory in Tokmok and returned it back to state ownership. As a result of the investigation, it became known that in 1993, the Tokmok Canning Factory was transformed into the joint-stock company "Ak-Tilek," and shortly thereafter into the joint-stock company "Canning Factory." In 1996, a land plot of 7.238 hectares was

The village government of Kyzyl-Suu received a grant of 20 million soms for improving waste disposal.

A grant of 20 million soms has been allocated to the rural administration of Kyzyl-Suu, as reported by the local management. The project, titled "Improving Local Level Services," was developed in collaboration with the Development Policy Institute and is funded by a foreign government. The main goal is to enhance the methods of safe disposal of household waste in the Jetty-Oguz district.

City Hall: Bus Drivers Request to Completely Eliminate Cash Payments for Rides

At the meeting held on November 27, Vice Mayor Ramiz Aliyev met with public transport drivers. The press service of the Bishkek City Hall reports that current issues regarding the operation of city buses were discussed. During the meeting, drivers shared their suggestions and voiced a number of problems, including:

A new administrative building for the district prosecutor's office is being constructed in Ak-Tal.

In the Ak-Talinsky district of the Naryn region, a new administrative building for the district prosecutor's office is being constructed. According to the district prosecutor's office, the previous administrative building was built in 1952. Since it had become outdated and was in an emergency state, in 2021, the Department of Urban Planning and Architecture of the Naryn region issued a technical conclusion stating that the structure was in an emergency condition, would not withstand

Man was pushing his grandson in a stroller along the sidewalk — as a result of a traffic accident, they were thrown and died.

In Osh, a traffic accident occurred in which a woman and her granddaughter died. This information was confirmed to Turmush by the patrol service of the city police department. According to law enforcement agencies, the accident happened on November 27 at around 12:40, when the driver of a "BMW E39," 16-year-old M.A., lost control of the vehicle and veered into oncoming traffic. As a result of this incident, he struck pedestrians, including 47-year-old S.D., her 19-year-old

Search is being conducted at the office of Zelensky's chief of staff Andrey Yermak.

According to the correspondent, about ten employees of NABU and SAP arrived in the government quarter. Members of the Verkhovna Rada, including Yaroslav Zheleznyak and Alexey Goncharenko, also confirmed the information about the searches at Yermak's office.

A Chinese Citizen Transferred Factory Property Worth 10 Million Soms to the State

According to information provided by the press service of the State National Security Committee (GKNB), the canning factory in Tokmok was transformed into a joint-stock company "Ak-Tilek" by a decree of the State Property Fund of the Kyrgyz Republic dated March 18, 1993, No. 286. As a result of this decree, 8% of the shares were allocated to the labor collective, 2.5% to the head of the enterprise T.A., and 89.5% to the State Property Fund. Later, the joint-stock company

The City Hall withdrew lawsuits regarding land plots on Ch. Aitmatov Avenue

Today, November 28, the press service of the Bishkek City Hall reported that Mayor Aibek Junushaliev ordered the cancellation of 29 lawsuits concerning land plots on Ch. Aitmatov Avenue. This decision is aimed at resolving issues with landowners in a pre-trial manner and establishing more effective cooperation. The Akim of the Lenin District has been instructed in the first stage to offer citizens alternative plots of equal value. In case of refusal of such an exchange, the possibility of

State Center for Registration of Vehicles and Aircraft is Hiring Specialists

The State Center for Vehicle Registration and Driver Licensing, which is under the administration of the President's Office of the Kyrgyz Republic, has announced job vacancies for new specialists. As it became known, the center is looking for qualified workers for the following positions:

Tynchtyk Shainazarov met with a delegation from the Public Chamber of Russia

On November 28, in Bishkek, a meeting took place between Tynchtyk Shainazarov, the chairman of the Central Election Commission of the Kyrgyz Republic, and the delegation of the Public Chamber of the Russian Federation, headed by Mikhail Anichkin — the chairman of the Commission for Interaction with Public Observation Commissions. The delegation arrived in Kyrgyzstan to observe the upcoming early parliamentary elections scheduled for November 30, 2025. During the meeting, Tynchtyk Shainazarov

Kyrgyzstan and Kazakhstan Deepen Cooperation in the Field of Social Reforms

Led by Edil Baysalov, Deputy Prime Minister, a delegation from the Kyrgyz Republic traveled to Almaty to study Kazakhstan's experience in social reforms. The purpose of the visit was to familiarize themselves with Kazakhstan's advanced approaches in areas such as secondary and higher education, healthcare, social protection, cultural policy, and human capital development.

Now, instead of the red and green book, a cadastral plan is issued.

The press service of the State Agency for Land Resources, Cadastre, Geodesy, and Cartography under the Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic reported that now instead of the traditional red and green books, a cadastral plan will be issued. The cadastral plan is a key document related to land plots and other real estate. In fact, it serves as a "passport" for the land.

Kyrgyzstan and Kazakhstan Launch Pilot Project on Navigation Seals for Road Transportation

From December 1, 2025, to January 15, 2026, a pilot project initiated by the Tax Service of Kyrgyzstan will begin regarding the use of navigation seals for road transport between Kyrgyzstan and Kazakhstan. The use of seals will be voluntary and free for all categories of goods directed:

In Osh Region, the number of HIV cases is rising — nearly 100 infected in a year

Today, November 28, a meeting was held at the Osh Regional Center for the Control of Viral Hepatitis Transmitted Through Blood and Human Immunodeficiency Virus, dedicated to World AIDS Day, which is observed on December 1. Representatives from the media, NGOs, students, and doctors participated in the event.

"Aeroflot delivered nearly half a million passengers to/from Kyrgyzstan"

According to information provided by the press service of the airline "Aeroflot," in 2024, the number of passengers traveling to and from Kyrgyzstan reached nearly half a million. This figure is presented in a recent company report. In particular, in 2024, "Aeroflot" transported 573 thousand passengers on routes connecting Russia and Kyrgyzstan, which is 35 percent more than in 2023. Of the total number, over 484 thousand people flew on the Moscow—Kyrgyzstan route and back,

Russian Agricultural Education - One of the Strongest in the World

Modern challenges in agriculture require specialists to have deep knowledge in areas such as biology, chemistry, genetics, robotics, information technology, and ecology. The Russian agricultural education, referenced by the press service of Rossotrudnichestvo in Kyrgyzstan, is among the best in the world.

Paris reduced car usage by 45% and completely transformed the city

Paris, focusing on the convenience for people instead of cars, has significantly improved air quality by transforming business districts. The city has eliminated parking spaces, enhanced public transport quality, especially in the suburbs, and invested in pedestrian zones and bike lanes, making the streets safer and more vibrant. Research published in the Washington Post shows that such policies can significantly improve the health of urban residents. Air pollution, often referred to as a

The Ministry of Construction refuted information about poor window installation in a multi-story building

On November 28, information appeared on social media that the windows in a multi-story building located at: Bishkek, Baytik Baatyr Street, 1e, were installed with quality violations. In response, the State Department of Architectural and Construction Control of the Ministry of Construction reported that adjustments were made to the design of the new building. Currently, work is underway to dismantle the windows installed in a checkerboard pattern to adapt them to the updated project. All

Life in the Regions: In Issyk-Kul, a PE teacher trains children in arm wrestling and struck a dog that got in her way with an arrow

Aynura Alymbaeva inspires the younger generation to master national games and the art of archery. Aynura lives in the village of Kuturgu, located in the Tyup district of the Issyk-Kul region. Over the past few years, she has established herself as one of the leading athletes, achieving high results in archery at regional, national, and international tournaments. However, her successes are not limited to personal achievements — she actively shares her knowledge with children, aiming to awaken

Edil Baysalov met with the practice of school modernization in Kazakhstan

A group of representatives from the Kyrgyz Republic, led by Edil Baysalov, Deputy Prime Minister, made a working trip to Almaty (Kazakhstan) to study the experience accumulated in the field of social reforms. The visit was organized to familiarize with Kazakhstan's current methods in areas such as secondary and higher education, healthcare, social protection, cultural policy, and human capital development.

Kyrgyzstan Can Export Over 32 Types of Agricultural Products to China

- According to information from the Ministry of Agriculture, Kyrgyzstan has the opportunity to export more than 32 types of agricultural products to China. This list includes honey, dairy products (including cheese and powdered milk), beans, cherries, melons, walnuts, wool, and fish (in particular, trout), as well as other goods that are permitted for export according to current international agreements and protocols.

Satisfactory. The air quality in Bishkek at 17:00 is 60 AQI <i>(smog map)</i>

According to IQAir data, as of 5:00 PM on November 27, 2025, the air quality index in Bishkek is 60 AQI. This level is considered satisfactory.

The History of the Village of Budenovka: From Settlers to Isaac Kochkorbaev

The village of Budenovka is located in the Issyk-Ata district of the Chui region, approximately four kilometers east of the city of Kant. It is part of the rural municipality of Kochkorbaev. According to the National Statistical Committee, in 2023, the population of Budenovka reached 3,804 people.

The Arab Nations Cup 2025 kicks off on December 1 in Qatar

On December 1, the 11th Arab Nations Cup will begin in Doha, which is the largest football tournament for Arab countries. The final match is scheduled for December 18 at the famous Lusail Stadium, which has a capacity of 89,000 spectators. All six stadiums where the tournament will take place were used during the 2022 World Cup.

In Russia, it is proposed to switch to an organized recruitment of labor migrants

In 2027, a pilot project is planned to be launched in Russia, which will focus on the organized recruitment of labor migrants. The preparation for this initiative, carried out by the Ministry of Internal Affairs and other relevant ministries, is expected to be completed by 2026, as reported by "Kommersant". Photo by "Kommersant"

In Bishkek, a UPSM employee helped a grandmother and conquered social media

An unusual video showing a UPSM employee in Bishkek helping an elderly woman cross the street quickly went viral on the internet. One user shared this footage, which sparked numerous positive responses among Kyrgyzstanis. Social media users express their gratitude to the inspector and share their similar stories, noting that police officers often help people in various situations, even though it is not always captured on camera. “We receive a lot of positive feedback. Police officers everywhere

The number of fatalities in the Hong Kong fire has risen to 128

According to Chris Tang, head of the city's security bureau, around 200 people are considered missing. The fire broke out in a residential complex housing over 4,000 people. The flames engulfed bamboo scaffolding, trapping many residents inside the buildings. The fire spread to seven of the eight towers in the complex.

Kyrgyzstan Implements Digital Innovations in Maternal and Reproductive Health

A round table was held in Bishkek, which became a platform for discussing the results of the joint work of the Kyrgyz Alliance of Midwives and the project "Improving Maternal and Child Health in Central Asia," implemented with the support of the German Society for International Cooperation (GIZ) in collaboration with the Ministry of Health of the Kyrgyz Republic. The main goal of the project is to improve the quality of medical services for pregnant women, mothers, and newborns at

China will start using androids to patrol the border with Vietnam

According to information provided by UBTech Robotics, an order worth 264 million yuan (~37 million dollars) will be used to install humanoid robots Walker S2 at border checkpoints in Guangxi. These machines will assist in accompanying travelers, managing crowds, as well as in patrolling and logistics. This agreement is one of the most significant in the field of industrial humanoid implementation, as stated by HiTech+. The Walker S2 robot, which was unveiled in July, will be a key component of