Over 10,000 Trees and Shrubs: Bishkek Prepares for Mass Planting of Seedlings

In the capital of Kyrgyzstan, Bishkek, preparations have begun for a large-scale greening campaign. The city administration reports that, in accordance with the decision of the environmental council, it is planned to plant more than 10 thousand trees and shrubs. Priority will be given to areas near educational institutions and adjacent plots. The municipal enterprise "Bishkekzelenstroy" has already started preparatory work: excavations for planting holes and marking places for

Ransomware Corporations: How the Global Digital Crime Market Works

“Delovoy Peterburg” analyzes the global digital crime market and the most dangerous hacker groups today. Cybercrime has long emerged from the shadows and become a full-fledged industry, where PR, negotiations, and accounting play an important role. Meanwhile, while companies and governments develop the digital economy, their “dark side” — the economy of attacks — is becoming increasingly noticeable and organized.

The Osh City Hall reported a debt of 14 million soms for the "Meerim" restaurant: Lawyers stated that former deputies Rysbaev and Mamanov have no connection to the property.

Lawyers Zamir Adigeneev and Aysalkyn Karabaeva, representing the interests of Saltanat Mamanova, denied rumors about the connection of former deputies Ravshan Rysbaev and Rustam Mamanov with the restaurant "Meerim," located in Osh. At a press conference held on October 23 at AKIpress-Osh, they stated that the owner of this establishment for the past year and a half has been one of the banks. According to Aysalkyn Karabaeva, the plot on which the restaurant is located was allocated for

The State Committee for National Security of Kyrgyzstan detained professors of the Eurasian University on suspicion of corruption. Illegal issuance of 287 higher education diplomas identified.

During the investigation, it was established that 19 teachers were involved in this illegal activity. Three of them — "K.A.M.", "K.N.A." and "E.ulu U." — have already been detained and placed in the temporary detention facility of the State Committee for National Security of the Kyrgyz Republic. Additionally, facts of the illegal issuance of 287 higher education diplomas have been identified, which are subject to annulment in accordance with the legislation of

In Naryn, the first high-tech mountain hospital in the country will be established to treat cardiovascular diseases.

In Kyrgyzstan, a memorandum of cooperation was signed between the National Center for Cardiology and Therapy named after Academician M. Mirrakhimov, the Naryn Regional Hospital, and the Aga Khan Foundation branch. This document envisions the establishment of the first high-tech mountain hospital in the country, specializing in the treatment of cardiovascular diseases within the framework of the cardiovascular cluster model (CATLAB). According to the Ministry of Health, this project represents

The Central Election Commission of Kyrgyzstan approved the budget for the preparation and conduct of parliamentary elections.

At its recent meeting, the Central Election Commission of Kyrgyzstan made a decision regarding the budget for organizing early elections for deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh, scheduled for November 30, 2025. The total approved budget amounts to 700 million soms, which will be allocated for the preparation and conduct of the elections.

Fuel prices are rising — we can no longer hold them back, — Chairman of the State Antimonopoly Agency of Kyrgyzstan

On October 14, 2025, the chairman of the State Agency for Antimonopoly Regulation under the Cabinet, Jenaly Orozbaev, spoke about the current situation in the fuel and lubricants market in Kyrgyzstan in an interview with the publication Tazabek. He noted that although the situation remains complicated, it is under control.

The Agricultural Producers Association welcomes the decision of the Kyrgyz government to reduce the tax burden on agricultural producers.

According to the Association's message, the approval of the new resolution has become an important milestone for domestic agricultural producers: The Association for the Development of the Agro-Industrial Complex of the Kyrgyz Republic reports with satisfaction a significant achievement: The Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic has adopted a resolution that reduces the tax burden on agricultural producers. This is the result of three years of joint work by the Association and its

At "Kapital Bank," two members of the board of directors have been changed.

Recent changes in "Capital Bank" concern the composition of the board of directors, as reported by the Kyrgyz Stock Exchange. At an extraordinary shareholders' meeting held on October 22, a decision was made to prematurely terminate the powers of two board members: Salamat Chynybekov and Mavlut Ashirbekova.

In Bishkek, there will be no water in the residential areas "Ala-Too 1" and "Ala-Too 2" on October 21.

On the specified day, residents of the mentioned areas should take into account the temporary water shutdown, which will last for six hours. The Municipal Enterprise "Bishkekvodokanal" apologizes for any inconvenience and recommends that everyone stock up on drinking water in advance. It should be noted that the water shutdown will affect both residential and social facilities in the aforementioned neighborhoods.

Bishkek is preparing for the SCO summit, the World Nomad Games, and a large-scale autumn tree planting.

During the meeting, the mayor emphasized that the key task is to create the proper infrastructure and ensure a high level of event organization. "We must work as a unified whole to achieve the set goals," noted A. Junushaliev, addressing the heads of city services. The meeting also focused on beautification. City services were instructed to expedite the updating of street signs and billboards to ensure they conform to a unified style. The municipal enterprise

The CEC of the Kyrgyz Republic renamed the Jalal-Abad Territorial Election Commission to the Manas City TEC

On October 24, electricity will be turned off in parts of Bishkek (list of streets)

The Bishkek Electric Networks enterprise has notified residents about upcoming power outages on Friday, October 24. This information is posted on the company's official websites. Power Outage Schedule for October 24 Eastern RES: 09:00-18:00 80 Ch. Aitmatov Avenue, Tash-Kumyrskaya Streets (2/1, 2/2, 6, 8) 09:30-13:30 sections of Toktogul and Shopokov Streets 09:30-14:00 microdistrict 3: houses 1, 2, 3, 3/2, 4, 5, 6, 7, 7/1 09:30-17:00 microdistrict "Kok-Zhar", 6 (entrances 4-6,

The "Manas" Airport has allowed certain categories of passengers to access the closed parking lot.

Access to the "Manas" airport terminal is temporarily open only for certain groups of passengers, such as the elderly, mothers with children, and individuals with disabilities. This was reported by the press service of JSC "Airports of Kyrgyzstan". Due to ongoing repair work, vehicle traffic to the main airport building is restricted. Vehicles are being turned around at the turn to the cargo terminal, which is located approximately 500 meters from the main terminal.

In the center of Bishkek, a car drove onto the sidewalk. Video and photos

On October 23, around 5:00 PM, a traffic accident occurred in the center of Bishkek. A car traveling along Abdrakhmanov Street uphill collided before Toktogul Street, as reported by eyewitnesses. Witnesses of the incident noted that the car drove onto the sidewalk and crashed into the steps of one of the buildings. Employees of the State Traffic Safety Department were called to the scene.

Flirt, Erotica, and the End of Censorship. OpenAI Will Change the Rules of Communication with ChatGPT

According to Altman, this decision is aimed at respecting adult users. Previously, the company had already made statements about allowing the development of ChatGPT applications targeted at a mature audience, provided that necessary control mechanisms and age verification are in place. It has now become clear that the new policy applies not only to third-party developments. The platform itself will begin to support candid conversations with AI, adhering to the relevant access conditions.

Construction of a new building for the regional family medicine center has begun in Naryn

During the ceremony dedicated to the laying of the foundation, the Minister of Health of the Kyrgyz Republic, Erkin Checheybaev, the Plenipotentiary Representative of the President of the Kyrgyz Republic in the Naryn region, Nurbek Satarov, the Mayor of Naryn, Zhaynak Nemat uulu, the Executive Director of the public association "Center As-Safa," Ibrahim Malsagov, and the Akim of the Naryn district, Nuridin Madimarov, were present. The Minister of Health, Erkin Checheybaev, in his

In the Boom Gorge, work on the removal of dangerous rocks will be carried out from October 13 to 17.

During the specified period, the road will be partially closed to ensure traffic safety, with staff from the Main Department of Road Safety of the Ministry of Internal Affairs involved. While the work is being carried out, vehicle movement will be allowed in one lane. If 30-40 vehicles accumulate, the stone removal will be temporarily halted to allow for their organized passage. The aim of these measures is to prevent potential dangerous situations and ensure the safety of all road users.

EABR forecasts the construction of 395,000 sq.m. of warehouse space in Kyrgyzstan in the coming years

- On October 23, analysts from the Eurasian Development Bank (EDB) presented their findings on the state of warehouse real estate in the Eurasian region (October 2025). From 2021 to the first quarter of 2025, the volume of modern warehouse space in the region increased from 44 to 58 million square meters.

Two new medical online services have become available in the Tunduk app

The Ministry of Digital Development and Innovative Technologies of Kyrgyzstan has announced the launch of two new services in the Tunduk mobile application. These features include online registration with a clinic and the ability to call a doctor to your home. The main goal of these innovations is to simplify the process of interaction between citizens and medical institutions and reduce administrative barriers.

Kyrgyzstani schoolchildren won five medals at the International Olympiad in Informatics

Death of a Football Player in Almaty: Doctors Revealed Details

According to the authorities, the football player was transported to the emergency department in critical condition. A private ambulance crew delivered him to the scene. Upon arrival, no pulse or blood pressure was recorded, and the pupils were dilated. Medical staff performed resuscitation efforts for half an hour; however, all attempts were unsuccessful, and biological death was confirmed. The football player's body has been sent for forensic examination to determine the cause of death.

The GNS collected 59.7 billion soms in insurance contributions over 9 months.

In 2023, according to preliminary data, the total amount of collected insurance contributions reached 64.3 billion soms, and in 2024, an increase to 74.08 billion soms is expected. In the first nine months of 2025, the State Tax Service managed to collect 59.7 billion soms in insurance contributions, which is 5.4 billion soms more than in the same period of the previous year.

Why Kazakhstan Cannot Ensure Its Own Supply of Oil Products

The cancellation of the customs duty will facilitate fuel imports, which could positively impact the economies of the EAEU countries. Askar Ismailov comments that the EEC's decision could significantly affect the situation with the shortage of fuel and lubricants in the country, and also raises the question of the feasibility of creating a new oil refinery.

Beijing Accuses the U.S. of Attacking the Heart of Chinese Infrastructure

Reports from China indicate that the country's Ministry of State Security has accused the U.S. National Security Agency of attempting cyberattacks on the National Time Service Center (NTSC) located in Xi'an. The agency warned of potential consequences for critical sectors such as communications, energy, and defense, according to media reports. According to Xinhua, the Chinese ministry noted that the NSA's attacks on the NTSC, which is responsible for establishing and

In Kyrgyzstan, a decrease in sugar production is expected due to weather conditions, - Ministry of Agriculture

In 2025, Kyrgyzstan will face a decrease in sugar production volumes due to unfavorable weather conditions that have negatively affected the sugar beet harvest. This was stated on October 23 in an interview with the radio by Uran Chekirbaev, head of the food security department of the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry of the Kyrgyz Republic. Chekirbaev noted that in 2024, Kyrgyzstan achieved full self-sufficiency in six key food products; however, this year there

From Praise to Overthrow: How the "Fathers of the Nation" Are Forgotten in Central Asia

html The phenomenon of the cult of personality in Central Asia has been forming for many years, but it can collapse in an instant. After the death or political downfall of a leader, their devoted admirers quickly switch to a new ruler. How this process occurs, where "national leaders" are revered, and how they become forgotten figures is explored by Azattyk-Asia.

The decree on free residence and work in Turkey applies only to ethnic Turks.

Erdoğan has made changes to the decree adopted by the Council of Ministers of Turkey in 1982. The document he signed partially updates the provisions "On the Free Professional Activity and Employment of Foreign Citizens of Turkish Origin in State and Private Institutions of Turkey." As a result, the information being circulated that citizens of Turkic states can work and study in Turkey on par with Turks is inaccurate. The document primarily emphasizes the ethnic affiliation of the

Kamchybek Tashiev: Power Outages in Winter Are Unacceptable

The Deputy Prime Minister and Head of the State Committee for National Security, Kamchybek Tashiev, stated during the opening of a new administrative building for the Naryn District Electric Networks that there should be no power outages in winter. The building, with an area of 919 square meters, is located in the center of Naryn and meets modern architectural standards. It is a three-story complex fully equipped with engineering systems. Construction began in the second quarter of 2025 and was

The State National Security Committee returned 2319 hectares of agricultural land to the state in the Tyup District.

The investigation by the State Committee for National Security (GKNB) revealed that a significant number of land shares in the Tyup rural district were being used without proper documentation. These lands were involved in agricultural circulation without registration and payment of the necessary taxes, and their users did not possess the appropriate documents and were connected to local authorities. This situation caused dissatisfaction among the local population, particularly at the beginning

Ministry of Construction of the Kyrgyz Republic: Selection of Asphalt Concrete Core Conducted at the Otmok Pass

Scooters help relieve road congestion, said the mayor of Bishkek

The city authorities do not plan to remove scooters from the streets of Bishkek but intend to establish clear rules for their safe use, reports economist.kg.

On the Alamidin-Kant stretch, a train collided with a car

On October 14, 2025, at 11:32, an incident occurred involving train No. 3802 on the Alamidin-Kant stretch (3792 km, unprotected crossing). The train driver was forced to apply emergency braking as a car entered the railway tracks. Unfortunately, a collision could not be avoided, as reported by "Kyrgyz Temir Zholu". Local enterprise staff, medical assistance, and law enforcement arrived promptly at the scene. As a result of the accident, there are injured individuals who were taken to

"Bishkekteploenergo is Ready to Supply Heat, Awaiting the Command"

Yuri Dmitrushchenko also noted that more than 70% of the heating networks are experiencing significant wear, which increases the risk of emergency situations. Throughout the year, active preparations for the winter heating season are underway, including the updating of heating units in residential buildings. It should be noted that the start of the heating season in Bishkek will be announced provided that the average temperature remains at +8°C for five consecutive days.

Scientists Propose a New Theory of Consciousness

For many years, two main theories dominated neuroscience: integrated information theory and global neuronal workspace theory. However, recent research calls into question some of the tenets of both concepts. According to the authors of a new idea, non-neuronal consciousness suggests that our thoughts and perceptions depend not only on neurons but also on the vascular system and fluid circulation.

In Kazakhstan, the import of certain cars has been banned

According to the latest changes that came into effect on October 20, 2025, it has been clarified that single vehicles include only those cars, motorcycles, and trailers that have been recognized by the Eurasian Economic Commission as intended for personal use, notes Ulysmedia.kz. The approved list includes:

U23 World Championship: Four Kyrgyz Wrestlers Will Step onto the Mat

At the tournament in the under 63 kg category, Kyrgyzstan will be represented by Kuttubek Abdurazak, who will face Uzbek wrestler Khusnidin Olimboev in his first match. Nurel Duyshenbekov, competing in the under 77 kg weight class, will begin his tournament journey against Moldovan wrestler Alexander Solovey.

Mostbet Tajikistan – A Successful Betting Company with Wide Opportunities

Mostbet offers its users a wide range of services since its inception. With a license to operate in Tajikistan, the company emphasizes safety and comfort when betting on sports, gambling, online casinos, and lotteries. Wide Selection of Sports Disciplines One of the significant advantages of Mostbet is the variety of sporting events. Users can bet on sports such as football, hockey, tennis, basketball, and esports. The betting lines are regularly updated, offering current odds and various

Summit in Gabala. How is the CSTO transforming Central Asia into a competitive power center?

At the twelfth summit of the Organization of Turkic States, which took place in Gabala, the main focus was not on an extensive list of decisions but on the new reality in which development is occurring. Negotiations between Baku and Yerevan are finally beginning to bear fruit, and the Zangezur corridor, as a key element, brings the project of creating a transport route from the Caspian Sea to the Mediterranean closer. If this corridor is implemented, Central Asia could take an important place

Employees of the Alamudun District Department of Internal Affairs detained suspects in large-scale fraud.

In the Alamudun district, police officers detained suspects in a large-scale fraud case. From December 2023 to July 2024, a group of fraudsters, consisting of citizens B.R., M.A., and others, deceitfully acquired vehicles of the brands "KIA Stinger," "BMW X5," and "KIA K5," which belonged to citizen I.T. They assured her that they would pay for the cars, valued at 81,000 US dollars, but after making only a payment of 14,500 US dollars, they disappeared, causing

25 Tons of Potatoes from China Not Allowed into Kyrgyzstan

On the same day, specialists at the aforementioned point discovered that the imported potatoes did not meet quarantine phytosanitary requirements, which led to their return to the sender. Citing paragraph 4.3.4 of the Regulation on the procedure for phytosanitary control at the border of the Eurasian Economic Union, approved by the decision of the Customs Union Commission on June 18, 2010, No. 318, the cargo was returned due to the lack of the necessary labeling. The Department of

The land of the "Marinka" boarding house, formerly of the Min-Kush Orgtechnika plant, has been returned to the state.

It has been reported that in October 1965, the decision of the Executive Committee of the Jumgal District Council of Workers' Deputies temporarily allocated this plot, which belonged to the state forest fund of the Jumgal district in the Naryn region, to the Min-Kush plant "Orgtekhnika" for the construction of a tourist base with the condition of returning it to the state after the construction was completed. During the Soviet era, a boarding house was built on this site for the

A moratorium on the increase of fuel prices and utility tariffs has been introduced in Kazakhstan

© Photo: Andrey Chebotarev The suspension of tariff increases will be in effect until April 2026. The government noted that price stabilization will be achieved through the optimization of operational costs of organizations operating in the field of natural monopolies. Additionally, starting from January 1 of next year, inspections for micro and small businesses, as well as desk audits of small companies, are planned to be canceled.

National Statistics Committee of the Kyrgyz Republic: Price and tariff increases noted in all EAEU countries

The statistical services report that in September 2025, compared to August, there is an increase in consumer prices and tariffs in the EAEU countries. In Kyrgyzstan, this increase amounted to 0.4 percent, as indicated in the report by the National Statistical Committee. Inflation in the consumer sector of EAEU countries

Saudi Arabia is building an army comparable to the armed forces of Israel

According to Daskal, regions that were previously considered bastions of stability are now under pressure, and Israel has failed to take advantage of the situation. Qatar, which invested huge amounts in Trump and Jared Kushner's projects, received a protective agreement and permission to build a military base in the U.S. The United Arab Emirates gained access to advanced American technologies, while Saudi Arabia signed a record $142 billion arms supply contract. The new deal includes both

In Bishkek, a new branch of the school has opened in the GIK houses.

The Mayor of Bishkek, Aibek Junushaliev, visited the new branch of the school that was opened in the residential complex "Muras," built by the State Mortgage Company (GIK). The launch of this branch is part of an initiative to reduce the burden on overcrowded educational institutions in the capital, carried out under the instruction of the President of Kyrgyzstan, Sadyr Japarov, and in cooperation with the Bishkek City Hall, as reported by the municipal press service.

"I Forgot the Faces of My Children": Released Palestinian Describes Torture in Israeli Prison

During his interview, al-Talbani also spoke about the monstrous torture that prisoners endured. According to him, just two weeks ago, guards "burst into the cells with gas canisters and sprayed them directly in the rooms." Since his abduction a year ago, he has constantly been subjected to torture. After his release, he met with his family at Nasr Hospital in Khan Younis. Ahmed expressed gratitude to everyone who participated in the exchange, as a result of which Israel released

An Italian startup has developed "smart" vertical wind turbines

The height of the modular wind turbines is about 3 meters, and the rotor diameter is 5.4 meters. This allows them to be installed on building rooftops, in industrial areas, and local microgrids. The uniqueness of these turbines lies in their ability to adapt to current wind conditions. Artificial intelligence adjusts the blade pitch every millisecond, taking into account the wind speed, direction, and the aerodynamic interaction between the blades. This not only increases overall efficiency