The Ministry of Internal Affairs and the State Committee for National Security conducted searches in the homes of members of "Hizb ut-Tahrir"

On October 23, the press service of the Ministry of Internal Affairs reported on the searches organized by the staff of the Service for Counteracting Extremism and Illegal Migration together with the State National Security Committee (GKNB). The operations were conducted at six addresses where active members of the banned religious extremist group "Hizb ut-Tahrir al-Islami" reside. The inspections took place in Bishkek, as well as in the Osh and Jalal-Abad regions.

Askhat Alagozov: Lake Issyk-Kul Has Finally Started to Breathe

The president's press secretary, Askat Alagozov, reported that Lake Issyk-Kul is finally beginning to recover. He wrote about this on his Facebook page, expressing hope for the improvement of the water body's condition. Alagozov noted that, by the directive of the head of state, emergency services employees are working daily at the lake, cleaning it of fishing nets and trash.

Almost $3 million in taxes came from the activities of a popular internet platform in Kyrgyzstan

In Kyrgyzstan, approximately 3 million dollars in taxes were received from the activities of one of the popular internet platforms. According to information from the General Prosecutor's Office, during the analysis of the materials received, it was established that the international platform "T" was conducting its commercial activities in the country without official tax registration.

Access to Manas Airport is temporarily permitted only for a specific category of citizens

Temporary changes in access to the "Manas" airport terminal apply only to certain groups of citizens: elderly people, mothers with children, and persons with disabilities. According to the press service of the OJSC "Airports of Kyrgyzstan," due to repairs at the International Airport "Manas," traffic towards the main terminal is restricted. Vehicles are turned around at the turn to the cargo terminal, which is located 500 meters from the main building.

New Educational Centers in the Field of Green Energy Opened in Bishkek

Daniyar Amangeldiev, the First Deputy Prime Minister, participated in the opening of the Green Energy Training Center and the Higher School of Business of Central Asia. This was reported by the government press service. The ceremonies took place as part of initiatives aimed at developing vocational education and training personnel for the green economy sector. Photo of the Cabinet of Ministers. New educational centers in the field of green energy and business have opened in Bishkek

In Naryn, the reconstructed bus station has been put into operation

In Naryn, on October 23, during his working trip, Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers and Chairman of the State National Security Committee Kamchybek Tashiev officially launched the reconstructed bus station. According to the press service of the State National Security Committee, the major renovation of the station was overseen by the Presidential Administration. To implement this project, 53 million soms were allocated from the President's Stabilization Fund.

A group of cattle thieves has been detained in the Sokuluk district

In addition, a similar statement was filed by a resident of the village of Ak-Jol, A.A., born in 1984. He reported that on September 3, 2025, two cattle were stolen from him. Both cases have been registered, and criminal cases have been initiated under Article 205-1 (Cattle Theft) of the Criminal Code of the Kyrgyz Republic. As a result of operational activities conducted by the employees of the Manas Police Department, individuals involved in these crimes have been identified: Ch.T., born in

Three Years of Alcohol Monopoly. Has the Alcohol Industry Been Brought Out of the Shadows? (Video Report)

The introduction of a state monopoly on the production of ethyl alcohol in Kyrgyzstan has sparked much debate among producers. The main reason for this decision was the need to combat counterfeit products and the shadow market. Currently, the Kara-Baltin Alcohol Plant is the only producer in the country. The plant, which opened in 1942, ceased operations in 2015 but was relaunched in 2020.

Representatives of Uzbek Media Visited Batken Region on a Working Visit

The delegation of Uzbek media visited the Batken region for a working visit. According to sources in the regional administration, the guests were received by Aibek Shamenov, the authorized representative of the President of the Kyrgyz Republic in the Batken region.

A Unique Operation for Implanting an Aortic Heart Valve in a 73-Year-Old Patient Conducted in Kyrgyzstan

In early October 2025, an innovative transcatheter aortic valve implantation (TAVI) surgery was successfully performed at the Research Institute of Heart Surgery and Organ Transplantation on a 73-year-old woman in critical condition. This was reported by the Ministry of Health of Kyrgyzstan. The patient was hospitalized with diagnoses of critical stenosis and aortic valve insufficiency, as well as grade III mitral and tricuspid insufficiency. Echocardiography showed a heart ejection fraction

A Chinese company is ready to participate in the construction of the city of Asman

A new rotary parking lot has opened in Bishkek

Modern parking equipment allows for significant space savings and makes the parking process more comfortable for users.

In Kazakhstan, UAV wreckage found, airspace control strengthened

The Ministry of Defense of the Republic of Kazakhstan has confirmed the incident involving a drone in the West Kazakhstan region.

A New RES Building Worth 55 Million Som Has Opened in Naryn

The Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic and the head of the State National Security Committee, Kamchybek Tashiev, participated in the ceremonial opening of the new building of the Naryn District Electric Networks Enterprise. According to the press service of the State National Security Committee, the new building, located in the center of Naryn, meets modern architectural standards and covers an area of 919 square meters. The structure includes three floors and

The Cabinet approved the logo and the procedure for using the national symbol of the country

Signed by Adylbek Kasymaliev

Fresh data on the population of Kyrgyzstan has been published

As of September 1, 2025, the permanent population of the Kyrgyz Republic reached 7 million 361 thousand people. This number has increased by 79.6 thousand, which corresponds to a growth of 1.1% since the beginning of the year. This data was presented by the National Statistical Committee.

Mirror of Alienation: What the Hikikomori Phenomenon Says About the Modern World

Recently, anthropologist and philosopher Alain Julian visited a rehabilitation center for modern recluses in Japan. In the early 1990s, Japan faced economic stagnation known as the "lost decade." During this period, many cases emerged where people began to isolate themselves in their homes, ceasing participation in work, educational, and social life. These individuals, known as "hikikomori," derived their name from the Japanese words hiku (to pull) and komoru (to seclude),

Access to Manas Airport has been temporarily allowed, but not for everyone

Due to ongoing repair work, access to the terminal for those meeting and seeing off passengers is restricted. The Manas Airport terminal is temporarily open for certain categories of citizens: elderly people, mothers with children, and persons with disabilities. This was reported by the press service of the OJSC "Airports of Kyrgyzstan".

Khamenei replied to Trump: "Keep dreaming"

Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, the Supreme Leader of Iran, refuted U.S. President Donald Trump's claims that American airstrikes destroyed nuclear facilities in Iran. “Trump proudly claims that they have destroyed Iran's nuclear industry. Well, let him keep dreaming!” he stated.

Tashiev: Power Outages Must Not Be Allowed in Winter

The Deputy Prime Minister of the Kyrgyz Republic and head of the State National Security Committee, Kamchybek Tashiev, emphasized the importance of quality service for the population in the energy sector during the opening ceremony of the RES in Naryn. He noted that this is one of the key tasks of the state. According to Tashiev, President Sadyr Japarov has outlined priority tasks for all state structures, among which is ensuring high-quality service for citizens. The energy sector is in the

The Open Championship in Summer Biathlon was held in Tash-Dobo

In the village of Tash-Dobo, the Open Championship of the S.D. Jumalazarov Youth Sports School was held, which was dedicated to the Day of Open Doors. As part of this event, the championship of the Kyrgyz Republic also took place, with athletes from various age categories participating — from 2008 and older to 2013 and younger.

The police of the city of Osh are conducting an investigation regarding the video with the man.

A video has surfaced online in which, reportedly, a man behaves inappropriately towards young women on public transport in Osh. The recording was made on Masaliev Street, where one of the girls can be seen filming the man on her phone. Upon noticing that he was being filmed, he tries to hide from the camera.

Scientists have determined how many steps elderly people need to take each day

A new study published in the British Journal of Sports Medicine debunks the myth that one must walk 10,000 steps daily, reports The Guardian. The analysis conducted by researchers from Harvard University showed that older women who walk at least 4,000 steps at least once a week have a 26% lower risk of premature death. Details of the study can be found in The Guardian article.

Overpayments on Salaries and Transport. What Violations Were Revealed During the Audit at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic

The audit conducted by the Accounts Chamber examined the activities of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic and its foreign representations for the years 2023–2024. According to the press service of the Accounts Chamber, a council meeting was held on October 23, 2025, where the results of the audit regarding the budget execution in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and its foreign institutions from January 1, 2023, to December 31, 2024, were discussed.

The Central Election Commission has posted the addresses of overseas polling stations on the map.

The Central Commission for Elections and Referendums of the Kyrgyz Republic has presented a map with the addresses of polling stations abroad. According to the Central Election Commission, this decision is aimed at supporting the electoral rights of citizens who are outside the country. As a result, 71 polling stations have been established for voting abroad. This map makes it easy to find the nearest polling stations and obtain up-to-date information about their locations. Among the countries

The CEC of the Kyrgyz Republic conducts test voting at all polling stations in the republic and in 5 cities of Russia.

Today's test voting became possible thanks to new remote voting systems that were demonstrated at the polling station in TSUM in Bishkek. Participants included public and political figures, journalists, and active citizens who had the opportunity to ask specialists questions about the process. The participants of the testing noted the stable operation of both the new equipment and the system that allows voters to choose a polling station for remote voting.

In Bishkek, a Station for Young Technicians is being built

A new building for the Young Technicians Station is actively being constructed in Bishkek at 144 Leo Tolstoy Street. According to information provided by the press service of the city administration, the building will have a total area of 2563 square meters, and the land plot covers 0.342 hectares. The project includes a five-story building with a basement, which will house classrooms, an astronomical observatory, a museum, a conference hall, dance and assembly halls, a library, a gym, as well

Solar panels provided electrification for the clean water supply point in Suzak.

In the Kara-Daryin rural district of the village of Aral, located in the Suzak region, a new point has been opened that provides drinking water using solar panels. Representatives of the local authorities and leaders of the presidential representative office in the Jalal-Abad region attended the opening ceremony.

Life in the Regions: 47 Years as a Teacher and No Change — Natalia Solonitsyna from Kara-Balta Shared the Secret of Youth

Natalia Solonitsyna from the city of Kara-Balta has been working as a teacher for 47 years. In a conversation with a Turmush correspondent, the educator shared her secret to youth and talked about her teaching career.

Weather forecast in Bishkek and Kyrgyzstan for the week

Bishkek October 24, Friday At night, the temperature will be +7...+9 °C, with clouds expected.

Police officers detained a suspect in vandalism at a Christian cemetery in the village of Ivanovka

In the Issyk-Ata district, law enforcement officers uncovered a case of vandalism at a Christian cemetery located in the village of Ivanovka.

The Kyrgyz Cabinet has imposed a temporary ban on the licensing of private driving schools.

The Government of Kyrgyzstan has decided to introduce a temporary moratorium on the licensing of educational institutions engaged in the training and retraining of drivers. This resolution was signed by the Chairman of the Cabinet, Adylbek Kasymaliev. The purpose of this decision is to improve the quality of driver training.

Trump did not win the Nobel Peace Prize, Venezuelan politician Maria Corina Machado won.

CARACAS, VENEZUELA - JUNE 23: Opposition leader Maria Corina Machado arrives at a rally on June 23, 2023, in Caracas, Venezuela. The opposition has announced plans to hold primary elections in October with the aim of uniting against Maduro in the 2024 presidential elections. Machado currently leads in the polls. (Photo: Carlos Becerra/Getty Images) Maria Corina Machado has been awarded the Nobel Peace Prize as an outstanding example of courage in Latin America. According to the committee

Trial of the Koy-Tash Events. What the Convicted and Karamushkina's Lawyer Said

Today, October 23, the Bishkek City Court announced the verdict in the case concerning the events in Koi-Tash. The lawyer for the convicted, Aibek Turduev, expressed surprise at the court's decision. He noted that the ruling contradicts the principles of legality and justice.

Head of the National Bank of Kyrgyzstan: Climate has become a risk factor just like inflation or unstable exchange rates

According to Turgunbaev, the impact of climate on the economy is becoming increasingly evident. Almost every fourth citizen of the country is employed in agriculture, and any problems in this sector directly affect the overall state of the economy. The National Bank has recognized the importance of climate factors and in 2023 proposed recommendations for banks on accounting for climate risks in the lending process. As part of a special plan effective until 2026, financial institutions must

Kyrgyz Paralympians Returned from Japan with Four Medals

The Ministry of Internal Affairs introduces a separate article on harassment into the codes. How do they propose to punish?

The Ministry of Internal Affairs proposes amendments to the Criminal Code and the Code of Offenses concerning harassment. The draft law is already available for public discussion. In the department, it is emphasized that in recent years there has been an increase in complaints about sexual harassment in both public places and private relationships in Kyrgyzstan. However, the current legislation does not fully cover such cases and does not always allow for holding offenders accountable in

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

According to information from "Kyrgyz Temir Zholu," the roadway will be partially closed during the specified period to ensure traffic safety. Employees of the State Traffic Safety Department of the Ministry of Internal Affairs will monitor the situation. During the works, vehicle movement will be organized in one lane. If more than 30-40 cars accumulate, the rockfall will be temporarily halted to allow for the passage of vehicles. These measures are aimed at preventing possible

Amazon has unveiled the project for its first nuclear power plant

269 million soms allocated for the construction of a new maternity hospital building for the Naryn Regional Hospital

The department will accommodate 100 beds Kamchybek Tashiev, head of the State Committee for National Security (GKNB), today participated in the laying of a capsule symbolizing the start of construction of a new maternity ward at the Naryn regional hospital.

Kambaratin Hydroelectric Power Plant-2: Ongoing Major Repairs of Unit No. 1 and Site Improvement

Currently, the following works are being carried out at the station: • major repair of hydro unit No. 1;

"‘Moral Incapacity’: The President of Peru Has Been Impeached, the Chairman of Congress Has Taken the Oath as Head of State"

The impeachment process was initiated after discussions of several proposals to remove Boluarte from power. Lawmakers condemned her actions, citing violations of ethical norms and possible involvement in corruption schemes. Even those political groups that had previously supported Boluarte, such as the People's Force and the Alliance for Progress, joined in the criticism. According to a recent poll conducted by CPI, only 2.5% of respondents approve of Boluarte's performance as

The Prosecutor General's Office has ordered the internet platform to pay $2.9 million in taxes

Most likely, this refers to the marketplace Temu

The Ministry of Construction of Kyrgyzstan inspected the under-construction shopping complex in Bishkek after the fire. A fine was issued and work was suspended.

A modern maternity hospital with 100 beds will be built in Naryn.

During his working trip to the Naryn region, the Deputy Prime Minister of the Kyrgyz Republic and head of the State Committee for National Security, Kamchybek Tashiev, laid the capsule for the new maternity ward of the Naryn Regional United Hospital. According to the press service of the State Committee for National Security, this ward will accommodate 100 beds and will consist of four floors, including a basement. A total of 269 million 766 thousand 600 soms has been allocated from the

Trump suggested to "throw out" Spain from NATO due to disagreements over defense spending

The disputes between Trump and Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez began at the summit in The Hague at the end of June when Sánchez announced Madrid's unwillingness to increase defense spending to 5% of GDP. The U.S. President noted that he insisted on this requirement, adding: "Most people thought it was impossible, but it happened almost unanimously, except for one laggard — Spain." During a conversation in the Oval Office, Trump expressed dissatisfaction and suggested

WHO: Alcohol is one of the main causes of cancer in Europe, costing the EU billions of euros

In the European Union, where alcohol consumption levels are among the highest in the world, alcohol was responsible for over 111,000 new cases of cancer in 2020, according to a scientific review prepared by the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC), a part of WHO. Globally, this figure amounts to 741,000 cases, with nearly 70% of new diagnoses occurring in men.

The Cabinet approved the logo and the procedure for using the national symbol of the country - the snow leopard

The snow leopard (Irbis) has been officially recognized as the national symbol of Kyrgyzstan. This decision was made by the Cabinet of Ministers, as reported by its press service. The resolution, signed by Prime Minister Adylbek Kasymaliev, also includes the approval of the snow leopard logo and the regulations for its use.