EEC Again Records High Growth Rate of Housing Commissioning in Kyrgyzstan

According to the statistics department of the Eurasian Economic Commission, since the beginning of 2024, there has been a significant increase in housing construction in Kyrgyzstan – by 34.3 percent compared to the same period last year. From January to September, 1.3 million square meters of residential space were put into operation in the country. Kyrgyzstan and Armenia demonstrated the highest growth rates among the countries of the Eurasian Union.

Orozobek Toktomambetov won bronze at the Islamic Games

Athlete from Kyrgyzstan, Orozobek Toktomambetov, became a bronze medalist at the Islamic Solidarity Games held in Saudi Arabia. The athlete's performance took place on November 21 in the 74 kg freestyle wrestling category.

In 5 years, the volume of industrial production in Kyrgyzstan has increased by 23%

- According to data from the National Statistical Committee, the volume of industrial production in Kyrgyzstan in 2024 amounted to 599.8 billion soms at current prices. The physical volume index this year was 105.5% compared to 2023 and 122.9% relative to 2019, confirming significant growth in the sector over the past five years.

How Much Tropical Fruits Cost in the Markets of the Jayil District

Fruit prices: bananas cost 110-160 soms per kilogram, mandarins — 90-160 soms, pineapples — 200 soms, oranges — 150-180 soms. Persimmons are also available at the market, their bright fruits attracting the attention of buyers. Persimmons coming from southern Kyrgyzstan and Uzbekistan cost between 55 and 130 soms per kilogram, depending on their size and variety.

In Kyrgyzstan, the agricultural financing project worth 4 billion soms has been completed

- The Ministry of Agriculture has announced the completion of the initiative "Agricultural Financing - 13". Within the framework of this project, loans were issued for a total amount of 4 billion 92 million 769 thousand 440 soms.

Kyrgyzstan to Host Qualifying Matches for the 2026 U-17 Asian Cup

According to the Kyrgyz Football Union (KFU), the qualifying matches for the AFC U-17 Asian Cup, which will take place in 2026, will be held in Kyrgyzstan. The competitions will be organized in the capital of the republic, Bishkek, from November 22 to 30 of this year.

A seminar on enhancing capacity titled "The Role of Higher Education in Climate-Optimized Agriculture Issues in the CARS Region" was held at KNAU.

From November 19 to 21, a seminar was held at the Kyrgyz National Agrarian University named after K.I. Skryabin, dedicated to issues of enhancing the potential of higher education in climate-optimized agriculture in Central Asia. This event was organized as part of the Asian Development Bank's initiative aimed at developing green skills in the context of the Central Asia Regional Economic Cooperation (CAREC) Program. Representatives from Wageningen University (Netherlands) and agricultural

Families of the SUT Lenin District Shone at the International Competition

Recently, an International competition "Dad, Mom, and I - a Technical Family" took place in Kyrgyzstan, organized by the National Children's Engineering and Technical Academy NDITA "Altyn Tuyun". The event gathered 20 teams consisting of parents and children, showcasing how engineering skills can unite generations. Farida Kasymova, the director of the Young Technicians Station of the Lenin District, spoke about the event. According to Kasymova, the competition

Jailys Basketball Players Became Silver Medalists of the "Orange Autumn" Tournament

In Bishkek, at the gym of secondary school No. 17, the autumn basketball tournament "Orange Autumn" was held for boys born in 2008-2010. Six teams participated in this competition, including the team from the children's and youth sports school of the Jayil district. The team consisted of students from Poltava secondary school and was coached by Rasulbek Begaliev.

Children are being prepared for murder through video games, warns Europol

Katrin De Boll, the executive director of Europol, stated that modern criminal groups manipulate children, using them to commit serious crimes. “These are not just minor offenses; these are major criminal acts,” she noted in an interview with POLITICO and Welt. De Boll also cited a case where a boy was instructed to kill his younger sister, which he did. “This is extremely cruel; we have never encountered anything like this,” she added. Furthermore, she pointed out that some states and

In Tokmok, a "Hyundai Palisade" and a "Honda Civic" collided

In the Chui region, in the city of Tokmok, a traffic accident occurred involving a Hyundai Palisade SUV and a Honda Civic sedan. According to eyewitness accounts, the accident took place on November 21 at around 15:15 at the intersection of Soviet and Victory streets.

Raid "Thief" took place in Bishkek: Over 40 people detained. Photos and videos

On November 22, the press service of the capital's police reported on the operational and preventive measure "Thief" being conducted in Bishkek. During the raid, more than 40 individuals were detained on suspicion of committing various thefts.

Trump demands Ukraine's agreement to peace plan by November 27

U.S. President Donald Trump announced his intention for Ukraine to accept the American peace plan by Thursday, November 27, stating that Thanksgiving would be the "optimal moment" for reaching an agreement. He noted that Ukraine is "losing territory," while Vladimir Putin "is not inclined to continue the war," which creates suitable conditions for ending the conflict.

19% of migrant children were able to enroll in Russian schools

// State Duma of the Russian Federation According to Muzaev, the main obstacles to enrollment were the low level of Russian language proficiency and errors in documentation. "Only 19% of children were able to pass the necessary tests and provide documents," he noted. "More than 80% of applicants could not meet these requirements," he added. Starting April 1, 2025, all migrant children will be required to take a Russian language proficiency test to enroll in educational

"Bishkekzelenstroy": Bishkek Residents, Do Not Dig Up Tulips

Autumn planting work has begun

The Audit Chamber pointed out issues in the documentation and procurement of the distillery.

At a recent meeting of the Accounts Chamber of the Kyrgyz Republic, the results of an audit conducted at the State Agency for the Control of the Production and Circulation of Ethyl Alcohol and Alcoholic Products, as well as at the State Enterprise "Kara-Baltin Alcohol Plant," were reviewed. The audit covered the period from January 1, 2023, to December 31, 2024.

In Kyrgyzstan, a man calling for mass riots has been detained

In Kyrgyzstan, law enforcement agencies detained a man who called for mass riots. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Internal Affairs. According to the information received, a 25-year-old citizen named S.T., born in 1998, expressed ideas about changing the government through riots.

Special Forces Raided Shailoobek Atazov

There is currently no information on the reasons for the search

In Naryn District, the construction of a new sports complex is being completed

In the Naryn region, in the village of Lahol, the implementation of the new sports complex project is actively ongoing. The Ministry of Construction reports that the funding is being provided from the republican budget, and the total amount allocated for this project is 57 million soms.

Kyrgyzstan: Personnel Changes from November 17 to 21

Throughout the week, there have been numerous personnel changes in Kyrgyzstan. Two deputy ministers of health have been relieved of their positions. Kaarmanbek Baidavletov, who started working in September 2024, is moving to another position.

In the Jeti-Oguz District, a goods fair was held — how much did the meat cost

An agricultural fair was held in the Jeti-Oguz district. According to the district agricultural development management, local farmers and producers presented their agricultural products at the fair.

A Literary Quiz on the Works of Chinghiz Aitmatov to Be Held in Bishkek

An interesting literary quiz is being prepared in Bishkek, dedicated to the outstanding writer Chinghiz Aitmatov. This event will combine facts about his biography, key works, adaptations, and famous characters created by the author.

A Bright Freshman Induction Ceremony Took Place at KGTU

One of the most memorable events at the beginning of the academic year took place at the "Povod" club — the solemn Dedication Ceremony for first-year students of the I. Razakov Kyrgyz State Technical University, as reported on the university's official website.

Films from Kyrgyzstan Nominated for the "Diamond Butterfly" Film Award

The Open Eurasian Film Award "Diamond Butterfly" has announced the list of films that have been nominated for consideration by the expert council. This list includes 34 films, as reported by TASS. “The competition includes works from countries that share common cultural and spiritual traditions. The films were submitted by countries such as Russia, China, Turkey, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, Serbia, Uzbekistan, Venezuela, Cuba, Senegal, South Africa, Pakistan, Belarus,

Trump reconciled with the new mayor of New York, Mamdani

According to BBC information, Trump showed a positive attitude, noting that he and Mamdani have "more in common than he could have assumed." He also added: "We both wish for a successful future for our beloved city." Mamdani, who advocates democratic socialism and stands for the rights of minorities and immigrants, previously won a convincing victory in the mayoral elections in early November. In contrast, Trump had urged voters to support his party mate Andrew Cuomo, whom

Temperature Records. The coldest November 22 in Bishkek was in 1960.

The coldest November 22 in the history of Bishkek (then Frunze) was recorded in 1960. This information was provided by the resource "Weather and Climate." The temperature that day dropped to -21.7 degrees.

In Bishkek, a 76-year-old neighborhood committee head from Kok-Zhar has been detained for vote buying

On November 22, the press service of the Internal Affairs Department of the October District reported the detention of a woman suspected of bribing voters. The incident occurred on November 20, when one of the residents of the Kok-Zhar microdistrict contacted the police. He reported that the chairwoman of the homeowners' association came to his home around five o'clock in the evening and handed his wife a campaign leaflet in support of a candidate for the Jogorku Kenesh. Inside the

In Bishkek, over 5,000 subscribers will have their electricity disconnected due to debt

On November 24, a remote power disconnection will be carried out in Bishkek for more than 5,000 subscribers who have outstanding debts. This was reported by the local electric network company. To avoid disconnections, subscribers are strongly advised to pay their electricity bills on time.

There are 6.3 thousand people registered with probation authorities.

As of November 3, there are 6,341 individuals registered with probation authorities, according to information posted on the Open Data portal. The structure of this number by types of probation is as follows:

Life in the Regions: Azamat Aitbaev — a Master from Batken Region Earning a Living by Weaving Baskets

Azamat Aitbaev is a craftsman who earns a living by weaving baskets from twigs. Resident of the village of Samarkandek in the Batken region, Azamat Aitbaev has been weaving baskets from twigs for 15 years and makes a living from it. This village faces problems with water supply, which has led many people to move to the city, increasing the number of unemployed.

Mongolia's MNP Elects Uchral Nyam-Osor as Its Chairman, — The Diplomat

Uchral Nyam-Osor speaks after winning the election for the chairman of the Mongolian People's Party (MPP) Are these changes the beginning of a new era for the ruling party, or are they just empty promises of reform? The internal walls of the "Buyan-Uhaa" Sports Palace in Ulaanbaatar, previously chilled by the November cold, were filled with the noise of 2200 delegates of the Mongolian People's Party (MPP), the ruling party in Mongolia. The MPP congress, held on November 15

A new route for electric bus No. 33 is being launched in Bishkek

In the city of Kerben, a new school has begun construction for 188 million soms.

In Kerben, located in the Aksy district of the Jalal-Abad region, the construction of a school for 275 students has begun, as reported by the press service of the Ministry of Construction. Funding for the project is provided from the republican budget, and the total cost of construction is 188 million soms.

In the 3rd microdistrict of the city of Tokmok, the construction of a new sports complex continues.

In Tokmok, in the third microdistrict, work is actively underway on the construction of a new sports complex. According to the Ministry of Construction, the total area of this facility will be 1,320 square meters.

WHO will lose more than 20% of its staff due to funding cuts from the US

Illustrative photo The World Health Organization reported that by mid-2026, its staff will be reduced by 22%. This decision is related to the fact that the US administration has decided to withdraw from the WHO, which in turn leads to a cessation of funding. The United States was the main donor to the WHO, providing about 18% of its total funding. In the absence of these funds, the organization will have to cut 2,371 employees by June 2026. The cuts will involve both layoffs and retirements or

A meeting of group leaders of pilgrims for Hajj-2026 was held in Bishkek, and certificates were awarded.

In Bishkek, at the main mosque "Imam Sarakhsi," the first meeting for the hajy bashchylars — leaders of groups of pilgrims representing the Issyk-Kul, Naryn, Talas, Chui regions, and the city of Bishkek — took place on November 20. The meeting was led by Zholdoshbek Abdildaev, the deputy mufti and chairman of the organizing committee for Hajj-2026. He expressed hope for successful activities for all participants and emphasized the importance of the responsibility that group leaders

The Central Election Commission registered the authorized representative and trusted persons of the candidates for deputies of the Housing Council.

The Central Election Commission, acting on November 21, made a decision to annul the registration of the authorized representative for the election of the candidate for the Jogorku Kenesh from district No. 29, Temirbolot Asanalievich — B.S. Zholdoshov. As a result, the new authorized representative for the elections became E.K. Kerimkulov. A registration certificate will be prepared for the registered authorized representative in accordance with established norms.

Scientists have completely overcome type 1 diabetes

At Stanford School of Medicine, a method has been developed that can completely prevent the onset of type 1 diabetes or even reverse its progression in mice. This has been made possible through a combination of hematopoietic stem cell transplantation and pancreatic islet cell transplantation. The article published in the Journal of Clinical Investigation (JCI) emphasizes that the new immune system, formed from both donor and recipient cells, successfully halted the autoimmune attack on

A fighter jet crashed in Dubai. The pilot died.

The Indian fighter Tejas crashed on November 21 during a "Barrel Roll" maneuver at the Dubai Airshow. According to the Indian Air Force command, the pilot was unable to eject and died. An investigation is currently underway to determine the causes of the tragedy. Fortunately, there were no casualties among the spectators.

A new kindergarten has been built in the Ak-Talinsky District

In the village of Ak-Tal, located in the Ak-Tal district of the Naryn region, a new kindergarten has been built with a budget of 77 million soms. According to the Ministry of Construction, the funding for the project was provided by the republican budget.

In Russia's Yugra, the list of sectors where migrants are prohibited from working has been expanded.

The administration of Yugra has decided to expand the list of professions for which hiring migrants with work patents is prohibited. Starting from January 1 of next year, this ban will apply to 27 types of activities, including traditional industries. This information was reported by TASS, citing Governor Ruslan Kukharuk. The governor noted: “A draft document has already been prepared by my colleagues. We need to protect the labor market in Yugra, and therefore we are adding five more types of

Turkish Court Convicts Man for "Liking" Photos of Other Women

The Supreme Court of Turkey ruled the husband guilty in a divorce case due to his activity on social media, where he "liked" photos of other women. The court ordered him to pay 500,000 lira (equivalent to over 1 million soms) as compensation, as well as to pay monthly alimony. This was reported by the Habertürk TV channel. The wife initiated the legal proceedings in the Supreme Court, justifying her claims by her husband's behavior, including his disrespectful attitude towards

The Mukash Abdrayev Music School Celebrates Its 60th Anniversary

The Republican Specialized Music School-Boarding School named after Mukash Abdrayev is preparing to celebrate its 60th anniversary. The anniversary concert ceremony will take place on November 25 at 15:00 in the Great Hall of the Kyrgyz National Philharmonic named after Toktogul Satylganov. Participating in the concert will be the symphony, folk, wind, and chamber orchestras of the school, as well as the choir. The audience will be able to enjoy both classical and national works performed by

A case has been opened against former judges who softened the punishment for the suspect in the murder of Aysulu.

On November 21, the Council of Judges approved a proposal to bring criminal charges against three former judges of the Bishkek City Court. Attorney General Maksat Asanaliev submitted a request to hold the former judges of the judicial panel on criminal cases and administrative offenses accountable, namely B. S. I., Zh. M., and A. K. K. A criminal case was initiated on the grounds of crimes provided for in parts 1 and 2 of Article 336 "Corruption," paragraph 2 of part 3 of Article 342

A LED screen has been installed at the "Yntymak Ordo" building

In the northern wing of the building of the President's Administration "Yntymak Ordo," structures for the installation of an LED screen have appeared. The president's press secretary, Askat Alagozov, reported that this equipment will become a new protocol element intended for major state events and official ceremonies.

Addresses of several polling stations in the cities of Batken, Osh, and the Chon-Alai district have been changed

The Central Election Commission approved changes to the addresses of polling stations on November 21, concerning remote voting and certain stations in the cities of Osh and Batken, as well as in the Chon-Alai district of the Osh region. The remote voting polling station No. 9801, which was previously located at: S. Sadykov Street, 96, in the building of the Separate Search and Rescue Unit of military unit 86017 in Batken, is now located at a new address — I. Jusupov Street, 11, in the building

Three candidates for deputies of the ЖК have been fined for violating the conditions of election campaigning.

The Central Election Commission (CEC) held a meeting on November 21, during which it discussed violations committed by candidates for the Jogorku Kenesh during the election campaign, as well as an incident involving the insult of one of the candidates. According to information provided by the CEC, a decision was made to impose fines on several candidates. Emilbek Abdykadyrov (district No. 22), Nurkan Koichumanov (district No. 12), and Zhyrgalbek Samatov (district No. 10) were fined for

In the village of Chon-Tash, the funeral of former governor of the Jalal-Abad region, Masirov, took place.

In Kara-Kul, located in the Jalal-Abad region, the funeral of Koshbay Masirov, who previously held the position of governor, took place on November 21. Representatives of the local administration, as well as prominent public and state figures, including former Prime Minister Zhantoro Satybaldiev, honored him with their presence, along with respected workers in the energy sector and local residents.