Russian Paralympians will not be able to participate in the Paralympics, although their rights have been restored.

Athletes from Russia and Belarus will not be able to participate in the Winter Paralympic Games, which will take place in 2026. This decision is the result of the International Paralympic Committee (IPC) lifting restrictions, but there are virtually no opportunities for athletes from these countries to compete in qualifying events. The reason is that four specialized federations are responsible for six winter sports — skiing, snowboarding, biathlon, curling, and ice hockey. The first three of

The State National Security Committee announced a recruitment of IT specialists for the national security agencies.

The State Committee for National Security (SCNS) has announced a recruitment of IT specialists for work in the field of national security. According to information provided by the SCNS press service on October 24, the agency is actively seeking software engineers, systems analysts, cryptographers, as well as experts in artificial intelligence and cybersecurity to participate in national defense programs.

In Bishkek, republican command-staff exercises on civil defense took place. Photo report

In Bishkek, on October 24, the republican command-staff exercises concluded, which took place at the TPP-2 site. These events were aimed at assessing the readiness of city services to act in emergency situations, especially in the event of earthquakes. The theoretical part of the exercises started on October 22 and gathered representatives from various organizations, including the Ministry of Emergency Situations, the Ministry of Internal Affairs, the Ministry of Defense, as well as medical and

In the city of Osh, a two-story house illegally built in the water protection zone of the Jöö Bas canal is being demolished.

In Osh, along S. Supanaliev Street, the process of demolishing a two-story residential building that was constructed without permission in the water protection zone of the Jöö Bas canal has begun. This information was provided by the press service of the city administration.

Nurlanbek Turgunbek Uulu congratulated the staff of the relevant departments of the Parliament's apparatus on Diplomatic Service Workers' Day

As part of the Diplomatic Service Workers' Day, the Chairman of the Jogorku Kenesh, Nurlanbek Turgunbek uulu, met with the staff of the international cooperation and protocol department, as well as representatives of the committee on international affairs, defense, security, and migration. In his congratulatory speech, Nurlanbek Turgunbek uulu emphasized the importance of parliamentary diplomacy for Kyrgyzstan's foreign policy strategy. "The ratification and consideration of all

The Cabinet proposes to introduce a tax on tourists

The proposed tourist fee is a non-tax payment that will be charged to individuals temporarily residing in various accommodation facilities such as hotels, hostels, sanatoriums, and recreation centers. The funds collected from this tax will be directed towards the development of tourist infrastructure and the preservation of cultural heritage. The text of the draft law is already available for discussion. Over the past decade, the tourism industry in Kyrgyzstan has shown impressive growth, made

"Are you watching a movie or what are you doing?" — police caught a minor with her boyfriend in "Antikino"

On October 24, 2023, the press service of the Main Internal Affairs Directorate of Bishkek reported on the conduct of a preventive raid called "Anti-Cinema." From October 23 to 24, police officers checked establishments that advertised themselves as "Anti-Cinema." During the inspection, they discovered rooms where individuals could isolate themselves by locking the door. In one of these rooms, they encountered a couple: a minor girl was with a young man, and they were

Parents sent their 17-year-old daughter to go to the store. She didn't have a driver's license.

According to information provided by the inspector of the press service of the State Traffic Safety Inspectorate, Nadyrbek Jusupov, on October 24, a case of a minor driving a car without a driver's license was recorded again in Bishkek. On the night of October 23, around 11:00 PM, patrol officers conducted a raid "Behind the Wheel" on Chyngyz Aitmatov Avenue, where they stopped a LiXiang L9 vehicle. During the inspection, it was revealed that a 17-year-old resident of the capital

A virology laboratory has been accredited in Bishkek.

According to a message from the Bishkek Center for State Sanitary and Epidemiological Surveillance (CGSEN), the virological laboratory has been accredited by the Kyrgyz Accreditation Center in accordance with international ISO standards. According to CGSEN, this standard defines the requirements for the quality and competence of medical laboratories and is recognized worldwide.

Surveillance Cameras Are Being Installed in Uzgen

In Uzgen, the installation of surveillance cameras has begun, aimed at increasing public safety and preventing offenses. According to Manas Koichukulov, the head of the municipal property management department of the city administration, it is planned to install 54 cameras that will cover about 80% of the city area.

In Osh, the owner of the restaurant "Meerim" did not pay the city 13 million soms

According to information provided by the Osh city administration, the owner of the "Meerim" restaurant, S. Mamnova, has a debt to the city amounting to 13.6 million soms, a significant portion of which remains unpaid. The municipality noted that in 2003, S. Mamnova acquired ownership of a plot of land measuring 880 square meters on Karasuu Street, as well as the right to a 15-year lease on a total area of 1,647 square meters. In 2010, a lease agreement was signed with her. However, in

The new building of the Nookat district prosecutor's office was presented in sketches at the Ministry of Construction of the Kyrgyz Republic.

The sketches of the new building of the prosecutor's office of the Nookat district were presented at the Ministry of Construction of the Kyrgyz Republic. According to the information provided by the department, the project was developed by the district management of the Department of Urban Planning and Architecture of the Ministry of Construction, Architecture, and Housing and Communal Services of the Kyrgyz Republic. The created sketch project includes all necessary conditions that meet

The Second Birth of Toktogul: How the Power of the Hydroelectric Station Increased to 1,440 Megawatts

Photo 24.kg. Toktogul Hydropower Plant The Toktogul Hydropower Plant, which has been supplying Kyrgyzstan with electricity for half a century, is entering a new era: outdated panels are being replaced with modern screens and digital control. But will the updated station be able to guarantee uninterrupted power supply for households? The Energy Heart of the Country: from Monument to Mosaic

The trial of former head of "Unaa" Rustam Djokoev has moved on to the examination of evidence

According to information received on October 24 from the press service of the Bishkek City Court, the proceedings in the Oktobrskiy District Court regarding the case of Rustam Djokoev, the former director of the State Center for Vehicle Registration and Driver Licensing ("Unaa"), are ongoing. At this stage, the process has moved to the examination of the presented evidence. The next court session is scheduled for October 27.

In Bishkek, over 7,500 properties were recognized as illegal in 9 months

In the course of nine months in 2025, 7,539 objects were identified and recognized as illegal in Bishkek. This was stated on October 24 during a broadcast on "Birinchi Radio" by Melis Nurlanbekov, the deputy head of the Land Use Control Department of the city administration. As part of the ongoing efforts to improve urban infrastructure, all these objects were dismantled and cleared.

Supplies of Fuel and Lubricants in the Kyrgyz Republic are Planned to be Diversified

Photo from the internet The Cabinet of Ministers of Kyrgyzstan is considering the possibility of diversifying the supply of fuel and lubricants (GSM). This was reported by Deputy Prime Minister Daniyar Amangeldiev in an interview with the TASS news agency. According to him, a decision was previously made at the level of the Eurasian Economic Commission to exempt from duties the supplies of gasoline and GSM not only from Russia but also from other countries.

The Cabinet of Ministers required children's center directors to undergo a competitive selection process

The government of Kyrgyzstan has decided to implement new document templates for institutions providing additional education to children, as well as establish rules for the competitive selection of their leaders. In accordance with the new decree, three key documents have been approved:

Kamchybek Tashiev spoke about the risks of introducing cryptocurrencies in Kyrgyzstan

At the meeting of the National Council on Virtual Assets and Blockchain Technologies held on October 24 in Bishkek, Kamchybek Tashiev, head of the State National Security Committee (GKNB), noted that the digital economy presents not only opportunities but also certain threats. He emphasized that when developing regulations for the use of cryptocurrencies, it is essential to consider the interests of the country and security. "Every decision in this area must be carefully weighed against

GKNB: The boiler house building has been returned to the balance of the Naryn city administration

Photo GKNB. Heating plant in Naryn According to the press center of the GKNB, the heating plant building located at: Lenin Street, 2b, has been returned to the balance of the Naryn mayor's office. The investigation revealed that this building, previously registered with the municipal enterprise "Naryn Heating Supply," was sold in January 1992 to a citizen C.K.H. with violations of legislation. At that time, the buyer was employed at the specified enterprise.

Altynken: Competition for Services in Processing Gold-containing Concentrate

LLC "Altynken" is launching a competition for the provision of services for processing gold-containing concentrate.

Scientists have created a neuroimplant that restores vision even in complete blindness

A team of international researchers has developed a neuroimplant measuring just 2×2 mm, which is capable of restoring vision even in patients with complete blindness caused by age-related macular degeneration (AMD). The study was published in The New England Journal of Medicine (NEJM). During the trials, 32 participants were observed over 12 months using the PRIMA system. The results showed that 80% of the subjects demonstrated clinically significant improvement in vision after one year. Some

In a village near Bishkek, a landfill caught fire. The area of the blaze was 50 square meters, - Environmental Supervision Service

On October 22, solid household waste ignited at the landfill in the village of Kozhomkul, previously known as Voenno-Antonovka. This was reported by the Ecological Supervision Service. On October 23, inspectors from the Chui Regional Office of the Ecological Supervision Service arrived at the scene to conduct an investigation and clarify all circumstances.

Mining in Kyrgyzstan: What Will Become the Engine Instead of Gold

Recently, a forum titled "Dialogue on the Mining Industry: Investments, Transparency, Development" was held in Bishkek. Participants discussed the current state of the industry and key aspects that need attention to maximize Kyrgyzstan's profits from mining. Such a sector is quite rare in the world, and the demand and prices for resources are high. Kyrgyzstan has several promising deposits, but attracting investors will require serious work and evidence of the viability of

The Ministry of Internal Affairs plans to take fingerprints from foreigners and certain citizens of the Kyrgyz Republic.

The Ministry of Internal Affairs has presented a draft law on state genomic and fingerprint registration, which is available for discussion. The document contains provisions stating that genomic and fingerprint information is considered personal data with restricted access. The collection and processing of such data must ensure protection against loss, distortion, and unauthorized access, as well as prevent any unlawful interference with information resources.

In Germany, the death of cranes from avian influenza has reached unprecedented levels

FLI specialists emphasize the importance of collecting and disposing of dead wild birds and warn against contact with them. Although the H5N1 virus currently does not pose a serious threat to humans, it remains dangerous to other species of wild and domestic birds. In mid-October, 20,500 turkeys had to be disposed of in Lower Saxony, and about 150,000 laying hens were destroyed in the Schwerin area of Mecklenburg-Vorpommern. Scientists note that unlike previous years, when avian influenza only

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic expressed regret over the European Union sanctions against Kyrgyz banks.

The Kyrgyz Republic expressed regret over its legal entities being subjected to sanctions by the European Union. The Kyrgyz Republic strictly fulfills its international obligations and seeks open, constructive interaction with the European Union to jointly minimize the risks associated with potential circumvention of sanctions.

The GKNB detained a human rights activist for extortion of $50,000

On October 24, the press service of the State Committee for National Security (GKNB) reported the detention of a suspect in extortion. According to the investigation, human rights activist N.D.M. demanded $50,000 for a favorable decision on a criminal case being investigated by the Ministry of Internal Affairs' Investigative Service.

Xi Jinping to Visit South Korea

From October 30 to November 1, the Chairman of the People's Republic of China, Xi Jinping, will visit South Korea to participate in the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) summit forum. This was reported by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of China. It has been revealed that the invitation for the visit came from the President of South Korea, Yoon Suk-yeol. Xi Jinping will visit the city of Gyeongju, where the 32nd informal meeting of APEC leaders will take place, as well as conduct a

What is known about the first female Prime Minister of Japan? Five facts about Sanae Takichi

Photo from the internet Sanae Takahichi, leader of the Liberal Democratic Party, was elected Prime Minister of Japan, becoming the first woman to hold this position in the country's history. 24.kg decided to find out what achievements and characteristics define the 64-year-old Sanae Takahichi in political and social circles.

The GKNB in Bishkek detained a human rights activist who extorted $50,000

In Bishkek, employees of the State National Security Committee (GKNB) detained a human rights activist suspected of extorting a significant sum of money — $50,000, for assistance in resolving a criminal case. This information was provided by the press center of the agency. Photo GKNB. Human rights activist detained in Bishkek for extorting $50,000

A tram may appear in Bishkek. The new master plan includes a new transport network.

At a press conference dedicated to the new general plan for the capital, plans were announced for the construction of a tram network in Bishkek. Vice Mayor Azamat Kadyrov noted that in addition to trams, the city administration continues to develop the cable car project. Currently, the concept and feasibility study for this project have already been developed; however, the cable cars will primarily be aimed at tourists.

Almaty and Moscow Resume Direct Rail Service

Russian Railways has announced the restoration of direct train service between Almaty and Moscow. This event has become possible due to the resumption of through carriages, which will operate on the Moscow — Almaty route every two days, with a total travel time of about 3.5 days. The first train will depart from Almaty on October 26 at 20:00 local time; it will be part of train No. 7/8 Almaty — Saratov. In turn, train No. 85/86 Moscow — Derbent will depart from Moscow on October 30 at 19:27,

Went to the store. A minor was riding around Bishkek without a license.

The Patrol Service of Bishkek once again urges parents not to allow their underage children, who do not have driver's licenses and the necessary experience, to drive vehicles. This issue remains relevant, as reported by the agency's press service. During their duty, patrol officers stopped a car being driven by a 17-year-old girl. It turned out that she did not have a driver's license and had never undergone training at a driving school.

The National Bank of Kyrgyzstan Signed an Agreement for the Implementation of the Digital Som

The National Bank of Kyrgyzstan has presented a demo version of the digital som, developed on a private blockchain. This was announced by the Chairman of the National Bank, Melis Turgunbaev, during a meeting of the National Council for the Development of Virtual Assets and Blockchain Technologies. Since May 23, the National Bank of the Kyrgyz Republic has been collaborating with Build block TECH to create a prototype of the digital som, Turgunbaev reported.

Illegal hunting incident stopped in the Jayil district

Photo by the press service of the Ministry of Natural Resources Employees of the Chui Regional Department of the Ministry of Natural Resources received information about an illegal hunting incident near the village of Maltabar, located along the Besh-Terek road. As a result of joint actions by the department and volunteer inspectors, an operational raid was organized. This was reported by the ministry's press service. During the inspection of a vehicle belonging to one of the citizens, a

Erzhan Tokotaev did not concede a single goal in three matches of the AFC Champions League

The goalkeeper of the Kyrgyzstan national team, Erjan Tokotaev, has become one of the heroes of the opening matches of the second edition of the Asian Champions League, not conceding a single goal in three rounds.

Nearly 6,000 appeals from citizens have been received by the Social Fund. What are they complaining about?

From January to September 2025, the Social Fund of Kyrgyzstan registered 5,922 appeals from citizens, as reported in the official report 24.kg. According to the information from the agency, the appeals came in various forms:

Cultural center worth 150 million soms begins construction in the village of Bayetov

Kamchybek Tashiev, holding the position of Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers and Chairman of the State National Security Committee, laid a capsule at the foundation of a new cultural center in the village of Bayetov. On October 23, as part of his working trip to the Naryn region, Tashiev participated in the ceremonial laying of a time capsule for a three-story public and cultural center that will be built in the Ak-Talinsky district.

In Bishkek, 61 unlicensed drivers and 15 drunk drivers were identified during a raid in one day

In Bishkek, during a raid conducted on October 23, 61 drivers were identified operating vehicles without a driver's license. This was reported by the press service of the Traffic Police. According to police information, the following violations were recorded as part of the operation "On the Road":

In the city of Uzgen, the sale of meat at inflated prices was discovered

In Uzgen, several sellers who were selling meat at prices exceeding the established norms were fined. According to information from local authorities, on October 23, a raid was conducted in the city organized by the mayor's office and the Osh regional office for antimonopoly regulation, aimed at ensuring compliance with the new state norms for retail prices on meat products.

AI has gone crazy from TikTok and clickbait. Scientists have discovered "brain rot" in neural networks.

As the research shows, when trained on low-quality data, neural networks begin to demonstrate a decline in their cognitive functions, reminiscent of the attention degradation observed in users who actively consume superficial content from the internet. For analysis, the team of scientists identified two key aspects: engagement (short viral posts) and semantic quality (presence of clickbait, errors, and clichéd phrases). Based on these criteria, datasets with varying proportions of

Kyrgyzstan — Leader in Central Asia in Cryptocurrency Usage

In Kyrgyzstan, they want to introduce mandatory DNA registration for convicts and foreigners

The draft Law "On State Genomic and Dactyloscopic Registration in the Kyrgyz Republic," developed by the Ministry of Internal Affairs of the KR, was presented on the Unified Portal of Public Discussions. This draft law defines the mechanism for the collection, storage, and use of genomic (DNA) and dactyloscopic (fingerprint) information. The main goal is to create a database that will allow for the identification of citizens, the search for missing persons, the identification of

Trump Had Three Options for Sanctions Against Russia, He Chose the Middle Ground in Severity - The Wall Street Journal

The administration of President Donald Trump presented him with three options for sanctions against Russia when he made the decision to impose restrictions. These options varied in severity, and Trump chose the medium one, reports The Wall Street Journal citing its sources. According to information provided by WSJ, the most severe package of sanctions targeted the Russian industry and the country's top leadership. The medium option included measures against the energy sector, while the

Life in the Regions: Arab Partners Gave a Kyrgyzstani a Black Falcon Named Habibi

Kurvantai Bilaldinov from the village of Novopokrovka in the Issyk-Ata district is engaged in the training of birds of prey. A journalist from Turmush spoke with him. Kurvantai, born in 1977, is married and raising three children — two sons and a daughter. He shared that his passion for hunting birds began 23 years ago. He is a veterinarian by education and an ornithologist specializing in birds of prey. “From a young age, I loved animals. I tried to tame various hunting birds, but falcons

A Military Drone Crashed in Poland

An incident occurred involving a training drone, which reportedly belongs to Military Aviation Plant No. 2. A reconnaissance mini-drone Wizjer, whose supplies to the Polish army began in May, fell on civilian territory. The crash damaged a vehicle of the Polish Post, as well as two trucks, as clarified by the mayor of Inowrocław, Arkadiusz Fajok, on the PiK radio station. According to Major of the Military Gendarmerie Dominik Majka, Poland Post will make a decision on compensation in

In Bishkek, the republican command and staff exercises on civil defense have concluded

Three-day exercises aimed at assessing the performance of management bodies and civil defense forces in emergency situations have concluded in Bishkek. These events were conducted by the decree of the President of Kyrgyzstan Sadyr Japarov, who also holds the position of head of civil defense, and according to the order of the Minister of Emergency Situations, Lieutenant General Boobek Azhikeev. The main focus during the exercises was on preparing civil defense services for potential

In Jumgal, the construction of a new building for the district electric network enterprise is being completed for 21 million soms.

The construction of a new two-story building for the district electric networks enterprise is nearing completion in the village of Chayek, located in the center of the Jumgal district of the Naryn region. This information was provided to Turmush by representatives of the agency.