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The State Duma adopted a law on year-round conscription into the Russian army.
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The State Duma adopted a law on year-round conscription into the Russian army.

Illustrative photo In accordance with the new regulations, military commissariats will conduct medical examinations of conscripts, as well as carry out psychological selection and meetings of the draft commission throughout the year. The dispatch of conscripts for service will occur, as before, twice a year — from April 1 to July 15 and from October 1 to December 31. According to the adopted law, summonses to conscripts will be sent at any time during the year, without being tied to specific

28.10.2025, 16:25
Incidents

In Bishkek, a pharmacy was discovered that was involved in the smuggling and sale of psychotropic and potent medications.

According to information provided by the press service of the Drug Control Service of the Ministry of Internal Affairs, on October 28, a channel for the sale of psychotropic and potent medications was shut down in Bishkek. The investigation believes that a pharmacist from the pharmacy chain "Mir i Nur," K.Z.N., born in 1979, had been involved in the smuggling and sale of these prohibited substances in Bishkek for a long time.

28.10.2025, 16:17
In Jeti-Oguz, suspects in the theft of three yaks have been detained
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In Jeti-Oguz, suspects in the theft of three yaks have been detained

In the Issyk-Kul region, in the Jeti-Oguz district, an operation was conducted to detain suspects related to the theft of yaks, as reported by the press service of the local police department. The incident occurred on October 24, when a resident of the village of Barskoon, born in 1987, named A.K., contacted the police. She reported that in the area of the "Kaz uya" pasture in the "Karakolka" valley, five unknown individuals shot three of her yaks. A.K.'s attempt to

28.10.2025, 16:16
In Chuy Region, a car hooligan was detained. He ran over a police officer, escaped from the impound lot, and collided with another vehicle.
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In Chuy Region, a car hooligan was detained. He ran over a police officer, escaped from the impound lot, and collided with another vehicle.

When the car was being delivered to the impound lot, the driver managed to escape. During the getaway, he drove onto the bypass road Bishkek-Naryn-Torugart, where, ignoring the demands of law enforcement, he collided with a Mitsubishi Pajero at the 90th kilometer and knocked down a patrol police officer, causing him injuries. At the moment, the incident has been registered, and a criminal case has been initiated under Article 280 of the Criminal Code of the Kyrgyz Republic (Hooliganism).

28.10.2025, 16:16
Local news

In Bishkek, fines totaling 3.4 million soms were imposed in a week for violations of landscaping regulations

The Municipal Inspection of Bishkek conducted 51 raids and organized 31 duty shifts from October 20 to 26 to promptly respond to violations of the city's beautification rules. According to information provided by the inspection, a survey was conducted of 851 business entities of various forms of ownership. As a result of this work, 507 protocols were drawn up, and the total amount of fines reached 3 million 419 thousand soms, in accordance with the Code of Offenses. In response to 91

28.10.2025, 16:16
In Batken, the cinema has reopened after reconstruction
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In Batken, the cinema has reopened after reconstruction

$1.5 million allocated for the renovation of six cinemas in the regions by the Russian-Kyrgyz Development Fund In Batken, a solemn opening of the renovated cinema "Batken Kino" took place, marking an important step in a large-scale project aimed at enhancing cultural activity in the regions. This initiative, implemented by LLC "Atlant Cinema" with the support of the Russian-Kyrgyz Development Fund (RKDF), was launched under the direct instruction of the President of the

28.10.2025, 16:15
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In Chui Region, a driver who resisted police officers has been detained

In the Chuy region, a driver who resisted the police has been detained. According to information provided by the press service of the regional police department, the incident occurred on October 28 at around 01:40 in the town of Orlovka in the Kemin district. During a patrol, a mobile group of traffic police officers stopped a Mercedes-Benz Sprinter vehicle. The check revealed that the driver was a 34-year-old man named Z.A., who was driving the vehicle while under the influence of alcohol.

28.10.2025, 16:11
Osh and Kashgar Strengthen Cooperation: Sister City Agreement Signed
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Osh and Kashgar Strengthen Cooperation: Sister City Agreement Signed

A significant meeting took place at the Osh city hall with a delegation from Kashgar, located in the Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region of China. During this event, a sister city agreement was signed between the two cities. According to information provided by the local administration, the delegation was headed by the mayor of Kashgar, Veli Asym. He was welcomed by the first deputy mayor of Osh, Adilet Sharshenaly uulu, along with other officials.

28.10.2025, 16:11
The USA and Japan agreed to develop a "new golden age" of the alliance between the two countries.
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The USA and Japan agreed to develop a "new golden age" of the alliance between the two countries.

At the meeting, Trump and Takahiti discussed not only the agreement on rare earth metals but also the prospects for further cooperation in the field of security. According to the Japanese Prime Minister, Japan intends to actively promote a free and open Indo-Pacific zone. “I am determined to restore a powerful Japanese diplomacy based on the Japan-U.S. alliance,” said Sanae Takahiti. She emphasized that together with Trump, they will actively work on the idea of a free and open Indo-Pacific

28.10.2025, 16:09
The head of the military unit's food warehouse detained for theft of food products
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The head of the military unit's food warehouse detained for theft of food products

The military prosecutor's office, in cooperation with the Main Department of Criminal Investigation of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Kyrgyzstan, conducted successful operational activities that uncovered a scheme of food theft by the head of the food warehouse of one of the military units, warrant officer S.K.A. This serviceman regularly embezzled goods such as sausages, pasta, rice, sugar, salt, oil, and other products intended for military personnel, and then illegally sold them

28.10.2025, 16:05
Incidents

Warrant Officer Assigned Rations for Soldiers and Sold Them. He Was Detained.

The General Prosecutor's Office reported the discovery of food theft intended for the army. According to the information from the press service of the main supervisory authority, the Military Prosecutor's Office, in cooperation with the Main Directorate for Criminal Investigation of the Ministry of Internal Affairs, found that warrant officer S.K.A., who held the position of chief of the food warehouse in one of the military units, regularly embezzled products intended for military

28.10.2025, 16:03
An earthquake has been recorded in Kyrgyzstan
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An earthquake has been recorded in Kyrgyzstan

According to information from the Institute of Seismology of the National Academy of Sciences of the Kyrgyz Republic, an earthquake occurred today at 06:25. According to seismic data, the epicenter was located within the country, 15 km northwest of the village of Kashka-Suu and 18 km from the village of Kara-Kabak in the Batken region.

28.10.2025, 16:02
At the border of Kazakhstan and China, 3,000 grain wagons have accumulated, - KTZh
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At the border of Kazakhstan and China, 3,000 grain wagons have accumulated, - KTZh

Illustrative photo KTZ noted that in October, the control over grain cargoes by Chinese authorities became stricter. The process now includes sampling and laboratory analyses in cities such as Urumqi and Beijing, which takes from five to ten days. As a result, the number of trains passing through the Altynköl checkpoint has decreased from 14 to 6-10 trains per day. “The presence of 3,000 wagons at the border exceeds the allowable number of rolling stock waiting for transfer. Previously, the

28.10.2025, 15:55
Orunbekov: Some candidates for deputies attribute the government's achievements to themselves
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Orunbekov: Some candidates for deputies attribute the government's achievements to themselves

“Do not trust such candidates, they are liars and fraudsters” According to Dairbek Orunbekov, head of the information policy department of the presidential administration, a number of candidates for deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh are claiming the achievements of the government as their own. He emphasized that, although the official election campaign has not yet started, some candidates are already repeating old mistakes by presenting the government's accomplishments as their own.

28.10.2025, 15:54
Economy

Kyrgyzstan sharply increased honey exports to one country

From January to August of this year, Kyrgyzstan increased its honey exports to China by 93.1% compared to the same period last year, according to data published by the National Statistics Committee. During these months, 73 tons of honey were shipped to China, while in the same period last year, this figure was 37.8 tons. The export value also increased, reaching 19.3 million soms.

28.10.2025, 15:53
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Major fire at the oil refinery in Batken extinguished

In the Kadamjay district of the Batken region, the fire at the old oil refinery has been extinguished. According to information from the Ministry of Emergency Situations, four firefighting teams were dispatched to the scene of the incident. The fire was fully localized and extinguished at 12:29, with approximately 150 square meters of territory affected by the flames.

28.10.2025, 15:53
Local news

In Karakol, they want to increase the fare for public transportation

In Karakol, discussions have begun regarding the increase of fares for public transportation. The city administration reported that meetings on this issue have already taken place in four districts, with the remaining meetings scheduled for the coming days. The proposal put forward by the transport fleet, which operates under the city's transport, tourism, and digitalization services, suggests an increase in fare by 5 soms. Specifically, for schoolchildren, the price may rise from 10 to 15

28.10.2025, 15:53
In Tokmok, a "folk healer" has been detained for taking out loans in clients' names.
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In Tokmok, a "folk healer" has been detained for taking out loans in clients' names.

Employees of the Main Internal Affairs Department of the Chui region reported the arrest of a resident of Tokmok, suspected of fraud, who posed as a folk healer. According to the department, information appeared on social media about a woman named M.E., who lives in one of the neighborhoods of the city and deceived people by offering "treatment in the Kyrgyz national style." She charged money for her "services" and also took out loans in the names of trusting clients,

28.10.2025, 15:53
Local news / Cultural news

A Lecture on Soviet Art Will Take Place at the National Museum of Fine Arts on November 1

The National Museum of Fine Arts named after Gapar Aitiev announces a lecture titled "Visual Arts of Kyrgyzstan in the 1940s-1950s," scheduled for November 1, 2025. The event will be conducted by Aina Moldokmatova, an art historian and leading research associate of the museum's scientific and educational department, as well as a member of the Union of Artists of Kyrgyzstan.

28.10.2025, 15:49
Local news / Cultural news

Kyrgyzstan to Create a Multimedia Exhibition About Its History at the National Museum of Genghis Khan in Mongolia

The National Historical Museum has initiated a tender for the development of a permanent multimedia exhibition dedicated to the history of Kyrgyzstan at the National Museum of Genghis Khan, located in Mongolia. According to information posted on the government procurement portal, the method of request for quotations with qualification requirements will be used for this.

28.10.2025, 15:45
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In the city of Manas, a passenger bus driver was distracted by a video on his phone, after which an accident occurred.

In Manas, a passenger bus driver who was playing on his phone while working received a two-month suspension from duties. This information was confirmed by Avtandil Maksutov, the director of the municipal bus depot. Recently, a video became available on social media showing the driver of route No. 9 intently looking at his phone screen. Later, the same driver came under scrutiny after an accident occurred. This video sparked active discussions among social media users. The incident happened on

28.10.2025, 15:43
In Bishkek, a channel for the distribution of psychotropic drugs has been uncovered - a pharmacist has been detained
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In Bishkek, a channel for the distribution of psychotropic drugs has been uncovered - a pharmacist has been detained

In Bishkek, a channel engaged in the illegal sale of psychotropic and potent drugs has been shut down. This was made possible through the joint efforts of the Drug Control Service of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Kyrgyzstan, the investigative department of the Sverdlovsk district police, and the Department of Pharmaceuticals under the Ministry of Health. According to the press service, operational activities were conducted as part of the investigation into a criminal case against a

28.10.2025, 15:35
Local news

Residents of Bishkek complain about a dangerous area near the new bus station

Local residents express their dissatisfaction with the inconvenience caused by the excavation near the new bus station in Bishkek. The road has been dug up, and a temporary pedestrian crossing has not been organized. As a result, both children and elderly people have to risk their health by crossing a deep ditch. There are no warning signs or barriers in this area. Social media users are appealing to the city authorities to expedite the resolution of the issue and to install at least a

28.10.2025, 15:34
Local news / Cultural news

The Drama Theater will host a "Theater Week" dedicated to the works of Zamir Sooronbaev

From November 5 to 8, the T. Abdumomunov Kyrgyz National Academic Drama Theater will host a "Theater Week" dedicated to the work of the renowned People's Artist Zamir Sooronbaev. This event was announced by the press service of the Ministry of Culture. This year, Zamir Sooronbaev, who is also an honorary professor at the B. Beishenaliev Kyrgyz State Institute of Arts, celebrates his 70th anniversary.

28.10.2025, 15:32
Kyrgyzstanis complain about the sale of bulk coal. Response from "Kyrgyzkomur"
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Kyrgyzstanis complain about the sale of bulk coal. Response from "Kyrgyzkomur"

At the Kabar agency, the director of OJSC "Kyrgyzkomur," Kairat Mamatov, commented on the concerns of residents of Bishkek and the Chui region regarding the sale of loose coal, despite the existing ban. He pointed out that since mid-October, a ban on the sale of loose coal has been introduced in Bishkek and the Chui region to protect the environment. "This decision was made to safeguard the environment. Therefore, the sale of small coal is not possible, and we do not engage in

28.10.2025, 15:30
A new sports complex is being built in the Kochkor district
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A new sports complex is being built in the Kochkor district

The construction of a new sports complex in the Kochkor district of the Naryn region is being carried out by the State Enterprise "Kyrgyzkurulush". According to the Ministry of Construction, the project is financed from the Presidential Fund, and currently, earthworks are underway on a site with a total area of 1,433.38 m². According to representatives of the Ministry of Construction, this complex will become a modern center in the future, where sports events, training sessions, and

28.10.2025, 15:28
In Tokmok, a fake healer has been detained. She took money for allegedly providing treatment and arranged loans for her patients.
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In Tokmok, a fake healer has been detained. She took money for allegedly providing treatment and arranged loans for her patients.

A recent monitoring of social networks led to a post on the page of one of the bloggers on Instagram, which reported fraudulent activities by a citizen named M.E. She, residing in one of the neighborhoods of the city of Tokmok, posed as a folk healer and deceitfully extorted money from citizens, as well as issued loans in their names, appropriating the funds received. This information was confirmed by the Main Department of Internal Affairs of the Chui region. The fact of fraud was registered,

28.10.2025, 15:26
Local news / Exclusive

In Karakol, there is a rise in fuel prices and a shortage at gas stations.

In Karakol, there has been an increase in fuel prices over the past week, and a shortage is observed at some gas stations. An employee at one of the gas stations commented to Turmush that fuel is expected to arrive on October 28 by 3:00 PM. "At this time, customers usually come to us. Due to the fuel shortage in the country, our gasoline supplies are quickly running out. Often, we have no fuel before noon. The main reserves go to refueling ambulances and police cars," he added.

28.10.2025, 15:25
Economy

Kyrgyzstan Achieved Concrete Results in the Field of Logistics - Minister of the EEC

At the online event dedicated to the opening of the second international exhibition of logistics, transport, and warehouse equipment KyrgyzTransLogistic 2025, the Minister of Energy and Infrastructure of the Eurasian Economic Commission, Arzybek Kozhoshev, reported significant progress in Kyrgyzstan's logistics sector. He emphasized the importance of such events for establishing cooperation between government structures, businesses, and international partners, as well as for technology

28.10.2025, 15:24
Local news

Alone with Pain. A Shortage of Vital Medicine Has Emerged in Kyrgyzstan

In Kyrgyzstan, there is once again a shortage of tramadol — a medication necessary for treating severe chronic pain syndrome. This was reported by the Association of Palliative and Hospice Care. According to the association, the main reason for this situation lies in the insufficient calculation of the population's needs, which leads to inadequate availability of medications both physically and economically.

28.10.2025, 15:20
Trump and Suga Signed an Agreement on the "Golden Age" of US-Japan Relations
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Trump and Suga Signed an Agreement on the "Golden Age" of US-Japan Relations

During the meeting, Trump and Sanaa emphasized that the new agreement would strengthen the economic security of both countries and contribute to economic growth, which, in turn, would lead to global prosperity. The leaders instructed their ministers and secretaries to develop additional steps for the implementation of this "new golden age" of the US-Japan alliance.

28.10.2025, 15:19
News / Education news

In Bishkek, students of school No. 37 were awarded for their performances at various events.

At school No. 37, located in the October district of Bishkek, a solemn award ceremony took place, during which the results of the participation of school teams in various events were summarized. The ceremony began with the presentation of the "Mykty Mugalim" medal to the school's director, Dinara Atantaeva. The award was presented by Roza Jumayeva, the chairwoman of the Women's Committee of the Kyrgyz Republic, a distinguished civil service worker, a candidate of political

28.10.2025, 15:19
"One Million Coders". Kyrgyzstanis can learn the basics of programming for free.
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"One Million Coders". Kyrgyzstanis can learn the basics of programming for free.

The launch of the "One Million Coders" program took place in Bishkek, initiated by Kyrgyzstan in collaboration with the United Arab Emirates. The goal of this program is to educate citizens in modern information technologies and to prepare a new generation of IT specialists, as reported by the High Technologies Park of the Kyrgyz Republic. The "One Million Coders" initiative is an international project aimed at teaching one million people the basics of programming, digital

28.10.2025, 15:15
The new building of the National Bank of Kyrgyzstan will withstand an earthquake of up to 12 points.
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The new building of the National Bank of Kyrgyzstan will withstand an earthquake of up to 12 points.

More than twenty years of waiting have come to an end: The National Bank of the Kyrgyz Republic has opened the doors to a new modern building designed to withstand earthquake forces of up to 12 points. The Deputy Chairman of the NBKR, Mels Attokurov, noted that the building project was developed in 1986, and its transfer to the bank's balance occurred in 2002. However, for a number of reasons, construction did not begin for many years. Only two years ago, at the initiative of President

28.10.2025, 15:13
Incidents

Another earthquake recorded in Kyrgyzstan in the last 24 hours

In Kyrgyzstan, an earthquake with a magnitude of about 3 occurred in the last 24 hours. This information was provided by the Institute of Seismology of the National Academy of Sciences. According to the institute, the tremors were felt on October 28 at 6:25 AM. The epicenter was located 15 kilometers northwest of the village of Kashka-Suu and 18 kilometers from Kara-Kabak.

28.10.2025, 15:11
The State Committee for National Security returned 226 hectares of land to the state in the Chuy region.
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The State Committee for National Security returned 226 hectares of land to the state in the Chuy region.

The State Committee for National Security (SCNS) reported the return of 226 hectares of land in the Issyk-Ata district of the Chui region to state ownership. This was the result of an inspection conducted. As representatives of the SCNS found out, these plots of land were illegally removed from municipal ownership between 1992 and 1994, after which they were used by local residents for agricultural purposes for many years.

28.10.2025, 15:11
Local news

The Forum of School Leaders of Kyrgyzstan will be held in Bishkek

The III Forum of School Directors of Kyrgyzstan will be held in Bishkek, gathering more than 300 participants, including directors of educational institutions, their colleagues from Russia, as well as experts in the field of education and upbringing. This was made known through information provided by the Russian House in Bishkek. At the forum, it is planned to discuss relevant management issues, exchange practical experiences, and establish professional connections. In anticipation of the

28.10.2025, 15:09
Ecology

In Bishkek, 14 residents were fined in a week for burning garbage and leaves

The Municipal Inspection of the Bishkek City Hall conducts daily raids aimed at protecting the atmospheric air and identifying environmental violations. From October 20 to 26, the inspection recorded 14 cases related to the burning of waste and leaves, which resulted in the issuance of 14 protocols totaling 126,000 soms.

28.10.2025, 15:08