GKNB KR: Serious Violations Identified in Talas During the Implementation of the Water Meter Installation Project

As a result of the inspection of the water meter installation program in Talas, serious violations were discovered, leading to damage to the state amounting to 23 million 76 thousand 694 soms. The contractor fully refunded these funds to a special account of the State Committee for National Security (GKNB). According to information from the GKNB press center, in 2019, the municipal enterprise "Taza suu" signed a contract with LLC "P" for an amount of 349.7 thousand euros

Edil Baysalov met with the head of the President of the Russian Federation's administration

Vadim Titov, head of the Russian Federation President's Administration, visited Edil Baysalov as part of discussions on strategic partnership issues between the two countries. During the meeting, key aspects and future directions of Kyrgyz-Russian cooperation were discussed, including strengthening strategic ties, developing inter-agency contacts, and implementing joint initiatives in the fields of socio-economic and humanitarian cooperation.

When applying to universities in Russia, citizens of Kyrgyzstan can choose up to six institutions

Citizens of Kyrgyzstan wishing to enroll in Russian higher education institutions can submit applications under a special government quota that allows them to choose up to six universities at the same time. This was announced by Albert Zulkharniev, head of the Rossotrudnichestvo representative office in Kyrgyzstan, during a briefing. According to him, unlike previous years when applicants were required to provide copies of documents and take exams at several institutions, the process has now

In the village of Sadovoye, a man was detained for possession of drugs and weapons

According to information provided by the press service of the Main Department of Internal Affairs of the Chui Region, the arrest occurred after a report was received by the police on November 3 that a local resident, known by the nickname "R," was engaged in the use and storage of drugs, as well as possessing firearms. As a result of operational activities, law enforcement identified the suspect — citizen U.R., born in 1966. A criminal case has been initiated under Articles 283

In the Jalal-Abad Region, the capacity of eight substations has been increased

The electric grid enterprise of the Jalal-Abad region has completed a significant volume of work, including the modernization of power transformers at eight substations, as reported by the Ministry of Energy of Kyrgyzstan. List of substations with increased capacity:

CSTO Meeting in Bishkek. Schools and universities will temporarily switch to online - Ministry of Internal Affairs

In connection with the upcoming meetings of the Collective Security Treaty Organization (CSTO) in Bishkek, educational institutions, including schools and universities, will temporarily switch to distance learning. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Internal Affairs. Currently, the city hall and the Ministry of Science, Higher Education, and Innovation have not provided specific information about the duration for which the new format of the educational process will be in

Deputy Head of the Osh Branch of "Cadastre" Detained

As a result of an investigation conducted by the State Committee for National Security of the Kyrgyz Republic, Sh.K.S., who holds the position of Deputy Head of the Osh Branch of the State Agency for Land Resources, Cadastre, Geodesy, and Cartography, was detained. This occurred within the framework of a case related to the illegal transfer and conversion of a land plot of 55.36 hectares in favor of private individuals. The investigation established that the detainee, having conspired with

Israel Ignores the Ceasefire

Among the recorded violations are also 21 attempts to cross the temporary "yellow line," as well as 228 attacks, including artillery, air, and ground assaults. As a result of the actions of Israeli forces, 100 houses and civilian facilities were destroyed using explosives. An official statement emphasizes that such actions by Israel undermine the ceasefire agreement and create a threat to security and stability in Gaza. The government of the Gaza Strip condemned Israel's actions

In the Alamut District, hashish hidden in a hood was found with an organized crime group member.

The message about the detention of citizen I.A., born in 1990, was received by the Internal Affairs Department of the Alamudun district during operational activities. During the document check, two black objects were found in the hood of his outerwear. This information was provided by the press service of the regional police department. The fact was registered, and the seized items were sent for examination. As a result of the analysis, it was found that the substance discovered is cannabis

The Minister of Health of Kyrgyzstan Proposes to Ban Alcohol Sales from 10:00 PM to 10:00 AM

Erkin Checheybaev insists on the need to ban the sale of alcohol at night to reduce crime rates. The minister also emphasized that many offenses, including domestic violence, traffic accidents, and hooliganism, occur at night, especially under the influence of alcohol. In this regard, Checheybaev proposes to impose restrictions on the sale of alcoholic beverages from 10 PM to 10 AM.

One Bought Drugs from the Other. Members of the Organized Crime Group Detained on Suspicion of Drug Offense

On November 24, the press service of the Main Internal Affairs Directorate of the Chui Region reported the detention of suspects in illegal drug trafficking. The incident occurred on November 20, when information was received at the Internal Affairs Department of the Alamudun District about the detention of a man who was found with hashish in his hood. The results of the examination confirmed the presence of the narcotic substance. This case was registered under Article 282 of the Criminal Code

In Bishkek, more than 1,800 police officers have been transferred to an enhanced service mode.

According to information from the press service of the Main Internal Affairs Directorate, from November 25 to December 3, police officers will be on heightened alert. This is related to the organization of the CSTO summit.

Kyrgyzstan Citizens Will Be Able to Obtain Free Higher Education at Rosatom Universities

Citizens of Kyrgyzstan can take advantage of the opportunity for free education at leading universities of Rosatom, according to information published on the Rossotrudnichestvo website in Bishkek. Clarifications on the fields of study and admission conditions are also provided here.

Taken out of context. The Minister of Health clarified the moment regarding the closure of pharmacies.

The press service of the Ministry of Health of the Kyrgyz Republic has issued a clarification regarding the recent comments made by its head, Erkin Checheybaev, about the reduction of pharmacies. In the statement, the ministry emphasizes that the minister's words were misinterpreted.

An earthquake with a magnitude of 4 occurred near the Kyrgyz-Chinese border.

At 08:44, an earthquake with a magnitude of 4 occurred near the border of Kyrgyzstan and China. According to information provided by the Institute of Seismology of the National Academy of Sciences of Kyrgyzstan, the epicenter was located in China, in the area of the Kakshaal-Tuu ridge. It was situated 35 kilometers southeast of the village of Bedel, 75 kilometers southeast of the Kumtor mine, and 122 kilometers southeast of Karakol. In the settlements of Kyrgyzstan, the level of felt tremors

Social Workers in Bishkek Received New Workwear

Among the key tasks of social workers, the following can be highlighted: — identifying and supporting families and children in difficult life situations;

Centuries-Old Buildings: A 19th Century Stone House in Karakol — A Monument of Pre-Revolutionary Architecture

In Karakol, located in the Issyk-Kul region, there is a unique stone house built in the late 19th to early 20th century, as reported by the city's mayor's office Turmush. For the past few years, this building has housed the office of the Red Crescent of Kyrgyzstan.

Raid Conducted in Ak-Suisky District to Prevent Livestock Theft

In the Issyk-Kul region, in the Ak-Suu district, a raid was conducted aimed at preventing livestock theft. The event was organized by the employees of the local Department of Criminal Investigations.

The Children's Oncology Department Received a Device for Bone Marrow and Stem Cell Purification

The CliniMACS device, intended for the purification of bone marrow and stem cells, has been transferred to the pediatric oncology department of the National Center for Maternal and Child Health. This important news was announced by the head of the department, Sultan Stambekov. Sultan Stambekov noted that this equipment will be a key element in preparing for bone marrow transplants, which is a significant step in the development of high-tech medical care for children.

The GKNB identified damage of 23 million soms in the water meter project in Talas

According to the press service of the State National Security Committee (GKNB), during the inspection of the water meter installation project in Talas, it was found that the state suffered damages amounting to 23 million 76 thousand 694 soms. The contractor fully reimbursed these funds to a special account of the GKNB. In 2019, the municipal enterprise "Taza suu" signed a contract with the company "P" for the amount of 349.7 thousand euros for the supply and installation of

Original ideas will fill weekdays with brightness. Horoscope from November 24 to 30

Starting November 29, Mercury will complete its retrograde cycle and begin moving forward. This is the perfect time to start new projects, launch educational programs, organize events, and establish supply chains. The period of delays and rescheduling will come to an end, and until Saturday, you will be able to take advantage of opportunities you missed earlier. There is also a chance to advance matters that have been stagnant for a long time. This is a time for restoring any

The President of Uzbekistan approved an emergency program for air quality improvement

The President of Uzbekistan, Shavkat Mirziyoyev, has signed a new decree that approves a state program aimed at improving air quality in Tashkent and its surroundings. The document outlines key areas of environmental policy, including efficient resource use, increasing green spaces, implementing energy-saving technologies, and strict control over harmful emissions, Uzbek news sources report. The decree also emphasizes the need to ensure stable gas supply for greenhouse farms in Tashkent and the

Until December 15, applications from citizens of Kyrgyzstan for admission to universities in Russia are being accepted.

In the academic year 2026/27, the Kyrgyz Republic has been allocated 700 places for free education at universities in Russia. This was announced by Albert Zulkharnayev, head of the Rossotrudnichestvo representative office in Kyrgyzstan, at a recent briefing. According to Zulkharnayev, the application process for admission to Russian higher educational institutions traditionally begins in the fall. The application process is simple, accessible, and transparent, covering almost all specialties

From November 25, the Bishkek police will switch to enhanced duty.

. During the event, the leadership of the Main Internal Affairs Directorate conducted a readiness check of the staff to ensure security and maintain public order in connection with the upcoming early elections to the Jogorku Kenesh, scheduled for November 30.

Kadyrbek Atambaev and several detainees accused of mass riots have been remanded in custody in a pre-trial detention center.

Recently, a session was held at the Pervomaisky District Court of Bishkek, where the request of the investigative authorities to change the measure of restraint for a group of suspects accused of organizing mass riots was considered. The court session began with the approval of the prosecution's request, resulting in the arrest of Temirlan Sultanbekov, Ermek Ermatov, and Urmat Askarbekov (previously known as Urmat Baryktabasov). They have been ordered to be held in custody until January

In the Talas Region, a livestock theft worth 800,000 soms has been solved

Three residents of the Talas region approached the Talas District Internal Affairs Department, reporting a theft that occurred on the night of November 22. Unknown criminals stole two cows and a foal. The press service of the regional police confirmed this information.

In the Ala-Archa Nature Park, eco-feeders for birds have been installed

Ecological feeders for birds have been installed in the Ala-Archa Nature Park, made possible through the joint efforts of FAO staff in Kyrgyzstan, their children, and families. This initiative is timed to coincide with the organization's 80th anniversary. According to FAO, forty feeders have been placed along the main alleys of the park, designed in a uniform style. Before installation, park rangers selected optimal locations and conducted briefings to avoid disrupting the ecosystem.

In the city of Manas, 22 people were detained after a mass brawl.

In Manas, according to reports from the press service of the Internal Affairs Department of the Jalal-Abad region, 22 people were detained after a mass brawl. According to the police, the incident occurred on the night of November 19, 2025, around 01:00. The duty station of the Internal Affairs Department received a signal about a fight between a group of teenagers, numbering from 15 to 20 people, in the Sputnik microdistrict, where they were throwing stones at each other.

Chief of Staff of "Hezbollah" killed as a result of Israeli strike on Beirut

As a result of an airstrike on a residential building in the southern suburb of Beirut, a high-profile member of "Hezbollah," Ali Tabatabai, the group's chief of staff, was killed. This attack was the first since the announcement of a ceasefire, according to the "Russian Service of the BBC." Tabatabai, who had significant experience and held several high positions within the organization, became a victim of the strike that, according to the Lebanese Ministry of Health,

In Bishkek, the heads of the Department of Education and district education departments were awarded

At the event held by the Presidium of the Central Council of Defense-Sport Technical Organizations, the achievements of the employees of the capital's education system were recognized. The Director of the Education Department of the Bishkek City Hall, Rakhmat Musaev, was awarded the "Patriot of Kyrgyzstan Iskak Razzakov" order for active cooperation with defense-sport organizations and effective fulfillment of tasks defined by the charter. Also, the "Hero of the Soviet Union

At School No. 37, toilet issues were resolved after students appealed to Sadyr Japarov.

On November 23, issues with the toilets at School No. 37 in Bishkek were resolved, which had caused difficulties for students in using them. Last weekend, a video appeared on social media in which students called on President Sadyr Japarov to pay attention to the conditions at their educational institution. In response, Deputy Mayor Victoria Mozgacheva, along with representatives from the Department of Education, the district administration, school management, and the parent committee, visited

Should the sale of alcohol be restricted in Kyrgyzstan? Survey

Erkin Checheybaev, the Minister of Health, advocates for the introduction of restrictions on the availability of harmful goods, including alcohol and tobacco products, as well as on the times they can be sold. He noted that in developed countries there are strict rules prohibiting the sale of alcohol during nighttime — from 10:00 PM until morning. In such countries, you won't find alcoholic beverages in stores until 9:00-10:00 AM, and they are only available in restaurants at high prices.

Three Deaths in 2025: Study Reveals the Scale of Violence in Schools of the Kyrgyz Republic

Since the beginning of 2025, three incidents of school violence resulting in fatalities have been registered in Kyrgyzstan. One of the cases involved seventh-grade students—a boy and a girl—which also led to tragic consequences. The recent situation at School No. 7 in the village of Pristan-Przhevalsk, where, according to the mother of one of the students, a group of high school students was beating younger ones, threatening them, and forcing them to participate in violence, once again

The state suffered significant damage during the installation of water meters in Talas

According to the State Committee for National Security (SCNS) of Kyrgyzstan, serious violations were identified during the inspection of the project for the installation of water meters in Talas, which resulted in damages amounting to 23 million 76 thousand 694 soms. These funds were fully returned by the contractor to a special account of the agency. A contract worth 349.7 thousand euros was signed in 2019 between the municipal enterprise "Taza suu" and LLC "P". The

The Ministry of Health has refuted claims about the closure of pharmacies

The Ministry of Health has issued a clarification regarding the misinterpretation of the words of its leader, which appeared in some media outlets. The department emphasized that the interview did not address the issue of closing pharmacies as a goal or means of regulation.

"Marseille" crushed "Nice," but the match was marred by riots

During the match between "Nice" and "Marseille," which took place in the French Ligue 1, the visitors secured a confident victory with a score of 5:1. However, the attention of the spectators was drawn not only by the result but also by the behavior of Mason Greenwood, who scored a brace and celebrated in an extravagant manner.

A Dust Storm Will Hit Dushanbe and Regions of Tajikistan

Photo from the internet On November 24, the capital of Tajikistan, Dushanbe, as well as some regions of the country, will face an increase in the concentration of suspended particles, such as PM10 and PM2.5, which poses a threat to public health. This information was announced by the hydrometeorological agency of Tajikistan, referring to the news agency "Khovar". According to meteorologists' forecasts, dust masses will spread from the southwest, west, and south directions,

The Central Election Commission did not grant the police permission to hold a candidate for deputy of the City Duma for district No. 30 criminally liable.

On November 24, the Central Commission for Elections and Referendums considered a request from the Internal Affairs Department of the Naryn region for permission to bring criminal charges against the candidate for the Jogorku Kenesh from constituency No. 30, Beyshenaly Nurdinov. According to information provided by the CEC lawyer, the police of the Naryn region suspect Nurdinov and a close relative of his of transferring 45,000 soms to a certain Toichumanov with the intention of bribing voters.

In the Moscow District, a man was found with two bags of drugs, a grenade, a sawed-off shotgun, gunpowder, and a pistol.

On November 24, the press service of the Main Internal Affairs Directorate of the Chui Region reported the detention of a man suspected of illegal possession of drugs and weapons. Operational information about a local resident using drugs and storing prohibited substances was received by the Internal Affairs Directorate of the Moscow District on November 13. Law enforcement officers began an investigation.

Tomorrow, water will be shut off in some areas of Bishkek.

From 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM on November 25, the supply of drinking water to homes, schools, kindergartens, medical institutions, and other facilities of social and production infrastructure will be temporarily suspended.

AFC U-18 Cup Qualifiers: Today, the Kyrgyzstan national team will play against Pakistan in Bishkek

Today, November 24, at the Dolon Omurzakov Stadium in Bishkek, the second match of the Kyrgyzstan U-18 national football team will take place as part of the qualifying round for the Asian Cup. In their second-round match, the Kyrgyz team will face the Pakistani players. The start of the match is scheduled for 19:00.

An earthquake of magnitude 3 occurred in the morning at the Kyrgyz-Tajik border

According to information from the Institute of Seismology of the National Academy of Sciences of the Kyrgyz Republic, the epicenter of the seismic event was located on the Zaalai Ridge, 28 kilometers southeast of the village of Jar-Bashy and 28 kilometers southwest of the village of Achyksuu. Additionally, the distance to the city of Osh was 145 kilometers in the southwest direction. It is worth noting that the earthquake was not felt in the populated areas of Kyrgyzstan.

The Ministry of Health of Kyrgyzstan states that the statements of the Minister of Health about pharmacies were misinterpreted.

Moreover, in a number of articles, the words of Minister Erkin Cheichebaev were taken out of context. The issue of closing pharmacies was not raised as an intention in the interview. The main topic of discussion was serious problems recognized by the global community: high personal expenses on medications, the prevalence of self-medication, and uncontrolled use of antibiotics without medical advice. This is emphasized by the Ministry of Health of Kyrgyzstan. The minister noted that it is

In honor of the 101st anniversary of the Kyrgyz police, the Panfilov District Department of Internal Affairs received a car as a gift.

On November 24, a new car was ceremoniously handed over at the Panfilov District Department of Internal Affairs, located in the Chuy region, as reported by Turmush correspondent. The car, a "Mercedes-Benz," was a gift from sponsors in honor of the 101st anniversary of the Kyrgyz police. The event, dedicated to the handover of the keys, was attended by department staff and chairpersons of the veterans' council of the Ministry of Internal Affairs.

In "Unaa," they reported how to replace a driver's license through "Tündük"

In the latest update of the "Түндүк" application, announced on November 24 by the press service of the State Center for Vehicle Registration and Driver Licensing ("Унаа"), the option to replace a driver's license in an online format has been introduced. To apply for a replacement, users must first upload a medical certificate in form 083/U, as the application will not be accepted without this document. The processing time for the application is from two to three

The second batch of new buses has arrived in Bishkek

After a mass brawl in the city of Manas, 22 teenagers were detained

On the eve, a mass brawl occurred in Manas, resulting in the detention of 22 minors by law enforcement agencies. The conflict arose on the night of November 19 in the "Sputnik" microdistrict, where a group of teenagers numbering from 15 to 20 engaged in disorderly conduct, throwing stones at each other. This was reported by the press service of the Jalal-Abad Regional Department of Internal Affairs. Information about the conflict was received by the duty station of the Manas District

Erkin Checheybaev: It is necessary to impose a ban on the sale of alcohol at night

Checheybaev also believes that the excise tax on harmful products, such as tobacco and alcohol, should be increased. In his opinion, these funds should be directed to the state budget to finance disease prevention and conduct campaigns to inform about the dangers of these products. He emphasized that large multinational companies have significant budgets and actively defend their interests. "Six years ago, when I served as Deputy Minister, we developed a bill to ban smoking, and I