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Folk Legends: A Sword of Zulpukor is Hidden Near This Talas Village

Not far from the village of Aral, located in the Talas district of the Talas region, there is a kuboz that was built between the 12th and 14th centuries. Gamal Soronkulov, an activist, noted that the history of this kuboz has not yet been properly researched. There are numerous legends passed down from generation to generation. "Various myths circulate among the local residents related to this kuboz. However, no one has conducted an in-depth study of this historical site. Many know it as

25.11.2025, 12:10
"Burano Grandmothers" Take a Break: Bishkek Grandmothers Shine at the Agricultural Fair
Economy

"Burano Grandmothers" Take a Break: Bishkek Grandmothers Shine at the Agricultural Fair

The weekly agricultural market in Bishkek, held every Sunday, is not only a place for shopping but also a true cultural center for the locals. It has a lively and friendly atmosphere that captivates even foreign guests. This Sunday will be remembered for the performance of the veterans' choir "Red Carnation." Their energetic program left no one indifferent: retirees, farmers, and even guests from Malaysia, who came for shopping, couldn't resist and started dancing.

25.11.2025, 12:10
Farmers Take Note. An Innovative Seed Sowing Method Implemented in Kyrgyzstan
Economy / Exclusive

Farmers Take Note. An Innovative Seed Sowing Method Implemented in Kyrgyzstan

In the Kyrgyz Republic, an advanced seed sowing method has been implemented for the first time, which has already proven its effectiveness in practice over many years. This was reported by Nurdin Dovletov, head of the Department of Interaction with Regions and Land Resources of the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry. Dovletov noted that this method significantly reduces fertilizer consumption, helps increase yields, and limits weed growth. Additionally, it helps

25.11.2025, 12:06
OAO "Airports of Kyrgyzstan" informs passengers about temporary road restrictions due to the CSTO Summit.
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OAO "Airports of Kyrgyzstan" informs passengers about temporary road restrictions due to the CSTO Summit.

The Collective Security Treaty Organization (CSTO) Summit is currently taking place in Bishkek. In this regard, temporary traffic restrictions have been implemented on several streets of the city, including on routes leading to Manas International Airport. JSC "Airports of Kyrgyzstan" warns passengers that access to the airport may be temporarily closed when official delegations are passing through. These measures are being taken by government authorities to ensure the safety of all

25.11.2025, 12:03
Local news / Exclusive

More than 4000 households in the village of Kyzyl-Suu gained access to drinking water

In the Jeti-Oguz district of the Issyk-Kul region, in the village of Kyzyl-Suu, over 4,000 households and about 18,000 residents have gained access to clean drinking water. Present at the event were the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Food Processing Bakyt Torobaev, the head of the World Bank office in Kyrgyzstan Hugh Riddell, and representatives of local authorities.

25.11.2025, 12:02
Bakyt Torobaev familiarized himself with the activities of the Potato Farming Development Center "Tyup"
Economy / Exclusive

Bakyt Torobaev familiarized himself with the activities of the Potato Farming Development Center "Tyup"

On November 24, 2025, the Minister of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry, Bakyt Torobaev, visited the Potato Development Center "Tyup," located in the Issyk-Kul region. During his visit, he familiarized himself with the center's operations and the process of storing seed potatoes, as reported by the ministry's press service. The center focuses on the production of seed potatoes and providing farmers with quality planting material using modern

25.11.2025, 11:58
Local news / Cultural news / Exclusive

A Cultural IT Center Opened in the City of Sulukta. Photo

On November 21, a ceremony was held in Sulyukt for the opening of a cultural center named after Ubada Saburova, a renowned public figure. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Culture. High-ranking guests attended the event, including Deputy Minister of Culture and Youth Policy Marat Tagaev, the presidential representative in the Batken region Aibek Shamenov, as well as the akim of the Leilek district Zhenishbek Asylbek and the mayor of Sulyukt Bolot Abdyjaparov. Also among

25.11.2025, 11:57
Exclusive

Anti-corruption fighters will be transferred to the jurisdiction of the Prosecutor General's Office, but not all

President Sadyr Japarov issued a decree regarding measures to combat corruption. According to decree No. 328, signed on November 24, starting from January 1, 2026, ministries and other state institutions under the control of the president and the Cabinet must transfer their departments dealing with anti-corruption issues to the General Prosecutor's Office. Exceptions will be made for the State Committee for National Security, the Ministry of Internal Affairs, the Social Fund, and

25.11.2025, 11:54
Exclusive

The Bishkek City Court changed the sentence for Kloop operators.

Today, November 25, a hearing took place regarding the case of former Kloop employees — Alexander Alexandrov and Zhoomart Doolotov, as well as the publication's accountants. The court decided to reconsider their sentence, assigning each of them three years of probation. Meanwhile, the decision regarding the accountants remained the same — three years of probation. *****As is known, in September 2024 the Supreme Court banned access to the Kloop website; however, publications continued on

25.11.2025, 11:52
Temporary road closures to "Manas" are introduced during the CSTO summit
Local news

Temporary road closures to "Manas" are introduced during the CSTO summit

In connection with the CSTO summit being held in Bishkek, JSC "Airports of Kyrgyzstan" warns passengers about possible difficulties in accessing Manas International Airport. The city has implemented enhanced security measures, which are leading to temporary traffic restrictions on several streets, including routes leading to the airport.

25.11.2025, 11:50
Construction of a new tourist center has begun in Karkyra
Local news

Construction of a new tourist center has begun in Karkyra

Construction of a new tourist center has begun at the Karkyra pasture, located in the Tup district of the Issyk-Kul region. This was reported by the Issyk-Kul Development Fund. According to the fund, a local businessman presented the project and requested financial assistance. The supervisory board approved the allocation of an interest-free loan in the amount of 15 million soms.

25.11.2025, 11:48
Health

In Kyrgyzstan, assistance for children with oncology is provided in two specialized institutions

Sultan Stambekov, head of the pediatric oncology department, reported that assistance for children suffering from oncology is provided in two specialized medical institutions. One of them is located in Bishkek — it is the pediatric oncology department at the National Center for Maternal and Child Health. This center has 35 beds for children with various tumors and another 35 for patients suffering from hemoblastoses. The department includes intensive care rooms with 4 beds and palliative beds

25.11.2025, 11:45
Apple threatened India with hefty fines for importing iPhones to Russia
Local news

Apple threatened India with hefty fines for importing iPhones to Russia

Photo from the internet Indian retailers may face hefty fines for selling Apple products if devices are activated using foreign SIM cards within 90 days of purchase. In this case, stores will be at risk, although specific fine amounts are not specified. This was reported by RBC. Interestingly, Apple previously rarely warned its distributors about such risks, but now the company has adopted a stricter approach, according to the Indian publication MoneyControl. In the event of violations, stores

25.11.2025, 11:39
Local news / Cultural news

The 36th meeting of the CIS Youth Affairs Council took place in Astana.

On November 20, another, already the 36th meeting of the Council for Youth Affairs of the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS) took place in Astana. According to the Ministry of Culture, delegates from Kyrgyzstan, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Kazakhstan, Tajikistan, Uzbekistan, as well as representatives of basic youth organizations and the Executive Committee of the CIS participated in the council's work.

25.11.2025, 11:32
Ecology

In Chui Region, 7 cases of illegal hunting were identified during raids

During raids conducted by employees of the Chui Regional Department of the Ministry of Natural Resources and representatives of the Kalininsky Interdistrict Hunting Society, violations of hunting legislation were identified in the Panfilov and Jayil districts. According to information provided by the press service of the Ministry of Natural Resources, as a result of inspections, 7 violations of environmental legislation were recorded:

25.11.2025, 11:30
Six people died, five injured in a traffic accident on the Almaty – Bishkek highway
In the world

Six people died, five injured in a traffic accident on the Almaty – Bishkek highway

Illustrative photo According to preliminary information, a 23-year-old driver of an Audi car lost control and collided with a Toyota vehicle. “As a result of this incident, both drivers and three passengers died on the spot from their injuries. One of the passengers, who was taken to the hospital, also passed away despite all the efforts of the doctors. In addition, five passengers sustained various injuries and are currently under medical supervision,” the Almaty region police department

25.11.2025, 11:25
Local news

The UKZ of the Bishkek City Hall dismantled 7075 objects in 2024

In 2024, the department responsible for land use control dismantled 7,075 structures, as stated in the mayor's report on the activities of the Bishkek city hall for this year, which was presented at a meeting of the Bishkek city council. Among the demolished structures, 3,537 were light constructions, 506 were capital buildings, and 3,032 were advertising installations.

25.11.2025, 11:22
In Kemin, a previously convicted man was detained for fraud on Lalafo
Incidents

In Kemin, a previously convicted man was detained for fraud on Lalafo

According to information from the press service of the Main Internal Affairs Directorate of the Chuy Region, a 26-year-old man, K.A., was detained in Kemin, who previously had legal issues due to similar crimes. He is suspected of deceiving a resident of Tokmok by selling him a non-existent Volkswagen Passat.

25.11.2025, 11:20
Banks: Americans Can, but Kyrgyz Face Sanctions
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Banks: Americans Can, but Kyrgyz Face Sanctions

At first glance, it may seem that the corruption scandal in Ukraine and the sanctions against "Keremet Bank" in Kyrgyzstan have nothing in common. Ukraine is at the center of a military conflict and is experiencing political tension, while Kyrgyzstan is a small country in Central Asia trying to maintain a balance between Russia, China, and the West.

25.11.2025, 11:18
In the world

Media: Pakistan Caught Attempting to Steal Russian Defense Technologies

During a counterintelligence operation conducted by Russian special services, a spy network allegedly linked to the Pakistani Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) was uncovered. This was reported by the European Times. According to Russian authorities, the network operated in St. Petersburg and aimed to obtain secret data on modern Russian military technologies, including components of the S-400 air defense system and design documentation for Mi-8AMTSh-V helicopters and their modifications. As a

25.11.2025, 11:18
Economy

In Kyrgyzstan, market profits have increased

Since the beginning of the year until September, the profits of markets have increased by 4.4%, amounting to 95.2 million soms, according to data provided by the National Statistical Committee. In the third quarter of 2025, there were 317 markets operating in the country, with the largest number located in the Osh region and Bishkek (64 each) and in the Jalal-Abad region (63). The total number of trading places in Kyrgyzstan reached 80,221. The average rental cost for one trading place is 181

25.11.2025, 11:16
Sports / Exclusive

Students from Orlovka won the volleyball tournament for the Mayor's Cup.

In the Kemin district, in the city of Orlovka, a volleyball tournament for the mayor's cup took place, as reported by the local administration's press service. According to the press service's information, the competition featured teams made up of students from various schools in the district. As a result of the tournament, both among boys and girls, the first place was taken by the athletes from secondary school No. 1 in the city of Orlovka.

25.11.2025, 11:14
Local news

From the budget of the Bishkek City Hall, 112.8 million soms were paid to employees of subordinate institutions as material assistance, - audit

As a result of the audit of salaries in the institutions and enterprises of the Bishkek city hall, it was established that the total amount of identified violations of legislation amounts to 324.7 million soms. Of this amount, 282 million soms pertains to budgetary institutions, while 42.7 million soms relates to municipal enterprises. This data is contained in the report of the Accounts Chamber for the year 2023. According to the information in the report, the city hall paid additional amounts

25.11.2025, 11:13
Local news / Exclusive

The road leading to Naryn Airport has been paved.

In the Naryn region, the work on paving the road over a stretch of 5.5 km, which connects the city to the "Naryn" airport, has been completed. As reported by the press service of the Ministry of Transport and Communications of the Kyrgyz Republic, the asphalt was laid on the section from 4 to 9+500 km of the Naryn - Oryuktam highway. Currently, road services are working on strengthening the road shoulders. According to the agency, the work carried out from the title list is aimed at

25.11.2025, 11:12
The state language will become a mandatory standard for online services
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The state language will become a mandatory standard for online services

The Ministry of Digital Development and Innovative Technologies held a meeting attended by the chairman of the National Commission on the State Language under the President of the Kyrgyz Republic. The discussion focused on the significance of the state language, particularly in the context of its use in the field of digital technologies. During the meeting, emphasis was placed on the necessity of complying with the law when developing online services, state information systems, and content.

25.11.2025, 11:09
Ecology

A resident of Issyk-Kul tried to escape with fish, but the police detained him.

Employees of the tourist-ecological police of the Internal Affairs Department of the Issyk-Kul region, relying on collected operational data, attempted to detain a group of individuals engaged in illegal fishing on horseback in the southern part of the village of Tyup. As reported by the regional police, when the poachers noticed the approaching law enforcement officers, they attempted to flee the scene. During the operational activities, one of them was detained — A.Ch., born in 1985, residing

25.11.2025, 11:08
Orunbekov responded to the publication of "Azattyk" about sanctions against banks
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Orunbekov responded to the publication of "Azattyk" about sanctions against banks

Daiyrbek Orunbekov, head of the information policy of the President of the Kyrgyz Republic, commented on the article by "Azattyk," which discusses sanctions against Kyrgyz banks. He stated that the accusations of "laundering Russian funds" are unfounded and do not take into account important aspects such as ruble transfers from migrants and trade relations with Russia.

25.11.2025, 11:06
Ecologists: It's Time to Save the Floodplain Forests of Kyrgyzstan
Local news / Ecology

Ecologists: It's Time to Save the Floodplain Forests of Kyrgyzstan

Recently, an annual tree planting event organized by the Public Association of Gardeners "Maki" took place on the banks of the Ken-Tor River in the Issyk-Ata region. This year, participants planted seedlings of rare species such as the Semyonov fir, Tien Shan spruce, and common pine. These local species were recommended by specialists and grown in the Toktogul Forestry, which increases their chances of successful acclimatization in the climatic conditions of Kyrgyzstan.

25.11.2025, 11:04
Local news

Naryn Received New Buses

According to information provided by the Prime Minister's Office, Naryn has received a new batch of special equipment and buses. The key transfer ceremony took place during the working visit of the Prime Minister Adylbek Kasymaliev to the Naryn region.

25.11.2025, 10:58
New Zealand Plans to Completely Eradicate Wild Cats by 2050
Local news

New Zealand Plans to Completely Eradicate Wild Cats by 2050

In New Zealand, a complete extermination of wild cats is planned by 2050, as reported by The Guardian. Minister of Conservation Tama Potaka confirmed that wild cats are now included in the government program "Predator-Free 2050," calling them "cold-blooded killers."

25.11.2025, 10:58
Exclusive

The National Bank intends to bring inflation back to the target level of 5-7%, despite external price pressures.

- Deputy Chairman of the National Bank Azat Kozubekov stated on November 25, 2025, that the monetary conditions are aimed at bringing inflation back to the medium-term target level of 5-7% during a press conference at the National Bank. He noted that the interbank benchmark interest rate BIR is at a level close to the lower boundary of the National Bank's interest rate corridor, indicating a high level of liquidity in the banking system.

25.11.2025, 10:58
CEC KR: Fines Imposed on Candidate and Citizens for Violating Election Campaign Conditions
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CEC KR: Fines Imposed on Candidate and Citizens for Violating Election Campaign Conditions

At a meeting of the Central Election Commission of Kyrgyzstan, incidents related to violations of election campaigning and insults directed at candidates were discussed. A working group dealing with voter information and campaigning conducted monitoring of social networks and identified cases of information dissemination that violated the rules of election campaigning. In particular, this concerned candidates Janarbek Akayev (district No. 8), Dinara Ashimova (district No. 8), Ulan Bakasov

25.11.2025, 10:56
The NBKR raised the discount rate to 11%
Economy / Exclusive

The NBKR raised the discount rate to 11%

On November 24, the Board of the National Bank of the Kyrgyz Republic decided to raise the discount rate from 10% to 11%. This was reported by the Deputy Chairman of the NBKR, Azat Kozubekov. In his speech, he emphasized that this decision was made against the backdrop of rising inflation.

25.11.2025, 10:56
In Hong Kong, the number of people infected with chikungunya fever has reached 70.
In the world / Exclusive

In Hong Kong, the number of people infected with chikungunya fever has reached 70.

Two new cases of chikungunya fever have been identified in Hong Kong, bringing the total number of cases since the beginning of 2025 to 70. According to TASS, the information was provided by the local Center for Health Protection. Among the new cases are a man and a woman who recently returned from a trip to mainland China. This year, the incidence has significantly increased, exceeding the number of cases recorded in all previous years by three times.

25.11.2025, 10:51