The National Bank of the Kyrgyz Republic has raised the discount rate to 10 percent

On October 27, 2025, the National Bank of the Kyrgyz Republic announced an increase in the key interest rate by 75 basis points, bringing it to a new level of 10.00 percent. This change will take effect on October 28. According to the regulator's data, the inflation rate since the beginning of the current year has reached 6.2 percent, and on an annual basis — 8.4 percent. At the same time, there is a shift in inflationary pressure from food products to non-food items and services.

In Osh, tax officials uncovered a batch of illegal medicines

During the inspection, it was also established that the pharmacy point that received this batch of illegal medications sold them without a license and the necessary permits from the Ministry of Health of the Kyrgyz Republic. As a result of the analysis, medications were also identified without documents confirming their origin and quality. Based on the identified violations, materials were collected and submitted to law enforcement agencies for further consideration and appropriate measures.

Russia has delivered 121 tons of vegetable oil to southern Kyrgyzstan

At the ceremony for the transfer of 121,440 tons of sunflower oil, the acting head of the Russian Consulate General in Osh, Valery Katunkin, and the third secretary of this representation, Anastasia Yegereva, were present. This information was provided by the press service of the embassy.

The Ministry of Natural Resources has been included in the list of government agencies whose employees are allowed to wear departmental uniforms.

The Cabinet of Ministers approved a new resolution dated October 15, 2025, under number 669, which amends the previously existing government document regarding the regulation of wearing special and departmental uniforms, adopted on December 3, 2015 (resolution No. 829). According to the latest changes, the Ministry of Natural Resources, Ecology, and Technical Supervision has now been included in the List of state bodies and organizations, as well as executive bodies of local self-government,

City of Manas: Will the names of agencies, companies, and banks change?

Since the official renaming of Jalal-Abad to Manas, work has begun on changing the names of local government institutions and organizations. This was reported by the press secretary of the city hall, Kabyilbek Kochkonbai uulu, in an interview with 24.kg. All institutions directly related to the city of Manas have already updated their names. In particular, the Manas City Court, the Prosecutor's Office, and the Department of Internal Affairs are now in operation.

In the village of Burgondu, an oil refinery caught fire

According to information provided by the Ministry of Emergency Situations, a fire broke out at an oil refinery in the village of Burgondu, located in the Kadamjay district of the Batken region.

Protocols and resolutions on administrative offense cases will be sent online

The President of the Kyrgyz Republic, Sadyr Japarov, has approved a law regarding amendments to the Code of Offenses. This law clarifies how documents related to offenses should be delivered and sent. Now, official definitions, protocols, resolutions, and orders can be sent through the state electronic services portal and mobile application, as well as in electronic form.

In Almaty, "smart" technologies for water supply and sewage are being implemented

A project called "Smart Water Canal" is being implemented in Almaty, aimed at automating and digitizing all key aspects of water supply and wastewater management, reports a correspondent from the Kazinform agency.

UFC 321 in Abu Dhabi: Aspinall vs. Gane Fight Declared No Contest

The UFC 321 tournament concluded in the capital of the United Arab Emirates, where the main event was a fight between Frenchman Ciryl Gane and Englishman Tom Aspinall for the heavyweight championship title. However, the fight ended unexpectedly: in the first round, Gane accidentally poked his opponent in the eye, leading to the stoppage of the bout at 4:35. The judges ruled the fight as no contest, and Aspinall retained his UFC championship belt.

Game of Thrones 2. Who Will Enter the Next Parliament

Early elections for the Jogorku Kenesh are scheduled for November 30, 2025. Elected deputies will be determined by a new system, under which Kyrgyzstan is divided into 30 districts. In each district, three candidates who receive the most votes will enter parliament, with at least one woman required on the list. This innovation significantly changes the approach to elections and ensures representation for women, as well as providing advantages for local participants. Analysts from 24.kg have

UPS employees and eco-activists cleaned up the panorama of Bishkek together

The employees of the Patrol Police Department (UPSM) organized a march to the panorama of Bishkek as part of their planned training. This was reported by the press service of UPSM. Upon arrival at the site, they met eco-activist Andrei, who was already cleaning the area. Inspired by his initiative, the police officers decided to join in the cleanup and continued working alongside him.

Tax officials intercepted the import of goods without documents worth 4.6 million soms

According to a statement from the press service of the State Tax Service, officials prevented the import of goods worth 4.6 million soms that were brought in without proper accompanying documents. During the inspection of a Mercedes Sprinter vehicle crossing the border with Kazakhstan, parts for trucks were found, valued at over 2.1 million soms.

In part of Bishkek, there will be no drinking water on October 29.

Due to planned repair work on a 1000-millimeter diameter water pipeline located on the Bishkek — Kuntuu highway, the supply of drinking water will be suspended in some parts of the capital on October 29 from 8:00 AM to 12:00 AM. This information was provided by the press service of the mayor's office. Photo by the press service of the mayor's office According to reports, the lack of water supply will affect residential houses, educational institutions, kindergartens, medical

Cremation in Kyrgyzstan will only be possible at a person's request

The State Agency for Public Service and Local Self-Government has expressed its opinion on the draft resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers regarding the "Approval of the Procedure for the Operation of Crematoria on the Territory of the Kyrgyz Republic." In the agency, it was noted that every citizen has the right to burial in accordance with their traditions and beliefs. The funeral process must take into account moral and ethical norms, as well as religious and cultural customs that

Financial Record: The Central Bank Accumulates $7.5 Billion in Reserves

The official opening of the new building of the National Bank of the Kyrgyz Republic took place in Bishkek, attended by President Sadyr Japarov. According to information provided by the National Bank, record results have been achieved this year. The volume of international reserves increased by 48.4%, which corresponds to a growth of $2 billion 462.5 million, reaching $7 billion 550.6 million. This is a historical maximum for the country and, as noted by bank representatives, significantly

Deadly fall from the balcony. Court has arrested two foreigners.

In Bishkek, the Sverdlov District Court made a decision to detain two foreign nationals who are suspected of being involved in the tragedy related to the fall of a 37-year-old woman from the balcony of a residential building. This information was provided by the court's press service.

Ramis Maslovets III brought bronze to Kyrgyzstan at the Asian Games in Muay Thai

At the recently held III Youth Asian Muay Thai Games in Manama (Bahrain), Ramis Maslovets showcased outstanding skill and won a bronze medal in the under 48 kg weight category. His perseverance and technique were at the highest level, allowing him to achieve this significant result.

Construction of "Kambar-Ata-1". The ichthyologist responded to the criticism of the public organization "Rivers Without Borders"

Azat Alamanov, an ichthyologist working with the team conducting the environmental impact assessment (EIA) for the Kambarata HPP-1, commented on recent statements made by the public foundation "Rivers Without Borders." He responded to criticisms regarding shortcomings in the project. According to him, each specialist involved in data collection has many years of field research experience, and their results are recognized both in scientific circles and in practical activities.

Drunk driver fatally hit a pedestrian in Bishkek and fled the scene

The perpetrator of the incident has been detained and placed in a temporary detention facility. A tragic traffic accident occurred in Bishkek, where a drunk driver hit a pedestrian, inflicting fatal injuries, and fled the scene. This was reported by the Department for Combating Crime.

Elon Musk Launched an Alternative to Wikipedia

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In Suzak, two men were detained for deceiving a local resident out of 1 million soms

Two men suspected of fraudulent activities have been detained in the Suzak district, reports the press service of the Internal Affairs Directorate of the Jalal-Abad region.

Deadly Fall from Balcony. Court Issues Verdict

On October 25, 2025, the investigating judge of the Sverdlovsk District Court of Bishkek granted the request of the investigator of the Investigation Service to impose a preventive measure in the form of arrest on citizens V.Yu. and V.T. This was reported by the press service of the agency.

Nursultan Keneshbekov Wins Again at the International Race in Kazakhstan

At the international Turkistan Marathon, held on October 26 in Turkestan, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyz runner Nursultan Keneshbekov once again demonstrated his outstanding abilities, taking first place. This was reported by Prosports.kz.

Omurbek Asan Uulu won silver at the World Wrestling Championship (U-23)

The championship is taking place in Serbia

Since the beginning of the year, tax revenues of the state budget have increased by 27 percent

According to the Ministry of Finance, tax revenues of the state budget from January to September of this year increased by 27% compared to the same period last year. During this time, 314.1 billion soms were collected, which is 66.8 billion soms more than the results of the first nine months of 2024.

The procedure for assigning class ranks has been changed: new requirements for experience have been introduced.

The President of the Kyrgyz Republic, Sadyr Japarov, signed a decree amending the procedure for awarding class ranks to state and municipal employees, as well as other categories of individuals. This step is aimed at improving legal regulation regarding the awarding, downgrading, and revocation of class ranks. According to the new requirements, to obtain class ranks of advisors of the 1st to 3rd classes, it is necessary to have at least five years of work experience in state or municipal

A mechanism for early warning about new drugs and psychoactive substances has been launched in Kyrgyzstan

In Kyrgyzstan, a new national mechanism has been implemented for the early warning of the emergence of new drugs and psychoactive substances. This was announced on October 28 at a press conference by the Drug Control Service. The Cabinet of Ministers approved the relevant resolution on July 31, 2025 (No. 460). Timur Isakov, the chairman of the Commission on Drugs and Drug Addiction, emphasized that this mechanism will provide the state with the ability to quickly identify and assess the risks

The National Bank of Kyrgyzstan has raised the discount rate to 10 percent

As of October 28, the decision comes into effect

Aizhan Chynybaeva: "We found human remains while cleaning the beach at Issyk-Kul"

Photo 24.kg. Aizhan Chynybayeva: 'We discovered human remains on the beach of Issyk-Kul during the cleanup' Aizhan Chynybayeva, a well-known eco-activist from Kyrgyzstan and founder of the "Hour of Cleanliness" initiative, shared with 24.kg her transition from the hotel business to ecology. She explained why the issue of waste is a matter of national security and recounted the most shocking event of her volunteer work over the years. “People have come to terms with the

A statement from the gamekeepers regarding violations of hunting regulations has been received by the Chui Regional Administration.

Since 2017, 97 online drug stores have been shut down

The head of the Republican Center, Marseille Dootaliev, informed the editorial office of "AKIpress Digest" on October 28 that since 2017, 129 online stores selling synthetic drugs have been identified. Of these, 97 have been shut down.

U23 World Championship: Omurbek Asan uulu won the silver medal

Kyrgyzstani Omurbek Asan uulu became the silver medalist of the U23 World Wrestling Championship held in Serbia, demonstrating excellent results throughout the competition.

In Bishkek, a girl in an anti-plague mask was spotted: the video went viral

In Bishkek, a girl in a black cloak and an anti-plague mask was spotted on the street, which instantly piqued the interest of passersby. The event, captured on video, quickly spread across social media and sparked active discussions. In the video, you can see the girl confidently walking past surprised passersby, ignoring them. On social media, users are speculating that this appearance might be part of some performance, although no official comments have been made yet.

In the Tonsky District, men were detained for poaching

In the Issyk-Kul region, poachers were caught using synthetic nets for fishing. The press service of the regional police reported that on October 26, during another raid against illegal fishing, officers of the tourist-ecological police detained two residents of the village of Bar-Bulak who were fishing at the Kyzyl-Tuu water body in the Ton district.

The Central Election Commission of the Kyrgyz Republic approved the list of campaign materials and goods that are not prohibited for free distribution among voters during the election campaign.

The Central Election Commission of Kyrgyzstan has approved a list of materials and goods that are allowed for free distribution among voters in the lead-up to the elections. The list of campaign materials and goods includes:

The Ministry of Agriculture of the Kyrgyz Republic urges farmers to sow winter wheat

The Ministry of Agriculture of the Kyrgyz Republic has emphasized the necessity of planting winter wheat, explaining its advantages. According to the department, this type of wheat represents a reliable way to optimize labor use, ensures a high level of yield, and provides stable income.

A fire broke out at an oil refinery in the Batken region

Today, October 28, a serious incident occurred in the Kadamjay district of the Batken region. According to the Ministry of Emergency Situations, a fire broke out at the oil refinery located in the village of Burgondu in the Ak-Turpak rural district.

Kyrgyzstanis won two medals at the World Championship (U-23)

The Kyrgyzstan national team in freestyle wrestling performed successfully at the World Championship held in Serbia. The competitions for athletes under 23 years old took place from October 20 to 27 in Novi Sad.

Minimum Service Period - 20 Years: Why Kyrgyzstan is Tightening Retirement Rules

Since October 1 of this year, changes have occurred in the pension system of Kyrgyzstan: pensions have been indexed. Depending on the category of pensioners, the increase varies from significant to minor. Baktiyar Aliyev, head of the Social Fund, informed 24.kg about how pensions have changed for various groups of the population, as well as the introduction of a minimum work experience requirement and the potential impact of the self-dissolution of the Jogorku Kenesh on pension payments.

The Ministry of Agriculture of Kyrgyzstan urges farmers to sow winter wheat

Winter wheat demonstrates a number of advantages that make its choice particularly beneficial for agricultural production. 1. High yield — high profit

Major fire at the former oil refinery in Batken extinguished

A fire occurred in the Kadamjay district of the Batken region on the territory of a former oil refinery, which was successfully extinguished. This was reported by the Ministry of Emergency Situations (MES). It became known that the fire was completely extinguished by 12:29. No injuries were reported as a result of the incident.

Fire engulfed the territory of the former oil refinery in Batken

In the Batken region, in the Kadamjay district, a serious fire occurred at the site of a closed oil refinery, according to reports from the Ministry of Emergency Situations. According to the agency, the burning facility is located in the village of Burgondü, which is part of the Ak-Turpak rural district.

Tax authorities discovered an illegal shipment of medicines in Osh.

Medicines were found in the pharmacy that were sold without a license In the city of Osh, employees of the State Tax Service of the Kyrgyz Republic discovered a batch of medicines that did not have state registration in the register of medicines and lacked documents confirming their quality and origin.

Repertoire of the Ch. Aitmatov Russian Drama Theater for November

In Bishkek, the Russian Drama Theater named after Ch. Aitmatov has announced its repertoire for November 2025. Theater location: Bishkek, Tynystanova Street, 122 (in Dubovy Park). Contact numbers: 0550 83 85 12, 0555 00 15 31, 0705 68 92 22. Ways to purchase tickets: through the website Ticket.kg; in the MBank app in the Mticket section; at the "Dordoy Plaza" shopping center on the first floor, next to the Bellagio café (from 10:00 to 21:00); at the "Asia Mall" shopping

The CEC of the Kyrgyz Republic decided to fine a number of individuals for violations of the rules for conducting election campaigning.

During the monitoring of social networks and news sites, the Working Group discovered publications indicating violations in the pre-election campaigning. According to the first part of Article 23 of the Constitutional Law "On the Elections of the President of the Kyrgyz Republic and Deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh," the period of pre-election campaigning starts from the moment the registration of candidates is completed and ends 24 hours before the voting begins.

Sadyr Japarov: The State Will Make Every Effort to Improve the Living Conditions of Citizens

html President of the Kyrgyz Republic Sadyr Japarov witnessed the opening of a new residential complex "Asman Residence-4" during his working visit to the Jalal-Abad region on October 28, which was built by the State Mortgage Company. The "Asman Residence-4" complex is located in the village of Lenin, in the Suzak district. It consists of 12 nine-story buildings, which house 945 apartments. The project includes 172 underground and 514 above-ground parking spaces, as well as

A Bishkek resident reported that a man beat her in the parking lot. He also contacted the police.

Gynecologist Nazira Taalaibekova has revealed that she became a victim of an attack in a parking lot in Bishkek. According to her, the incident occurred on October 27 at around 11:40 at the intersection of Turusbekov and Pushkin streets, when an unfamiliar man, later identified as N. B., born in 1978, approached her.

In the near future, 95 new Yutong buses will arrive in Bishkek.

It is expected that 95 new Yutong buses will arrive in Bishkek in mid or late November. This was reported by Artur Omurzakov, the chief engineer of the 2nd fleet of the Municipal Enterprise "Bishkek City Transport," on the air of Birinchi Radio. According to him, specialists are currently in China to check the buses for compliance with technical requirements. "After the inspection is completed, the shipping process will begin. The journey will take about two weeks. Then customs