The Ministry of Health of Kyrgyzstan states that the statements of the Minister of Health about pharmacies were misinterpreted.

Moreover, in a number of articles, the words of Minister Erkin Cheichebaev were taken out of context. The issue of closing pharmacies was not raised as an intention in the interview. The main topic of discussion was serious problems recognized by the global community: high personal expenses on medications, the prevalence of self-medication, and uncontrolled use of antibiotics without medical advice. This is emphasized by the Ministry of Health of Kyrgyzstan. The minister noted that it is

In honor of the 101st anniversary of the Kyrgyz police, the Panfilov District Department of Internal Affairs received a car as a gift.

On November 24, a new car was ceremoniously handed over at the Panfilov District Department of Internal Affairs, located in the Chuy region, as reported by Turmush correspondent. The car, a "Mercedes-Benz," was a gift from sponsors in honor of the 101st anniversary of the Kyrgyz police. The event, dedicated to the handover of the keys, was attended by department staff and chairpersons of the veterans' council of the Ministry of Internal Affairs.

In "Unaa," they reported how to replace a driver's license through "Tündük"

In the latest update of the "Түндүк" application, announced on November 24 by the press service of the State Center for Vehicle Registration and Driver Licensing ("Унаа"), the option to replace a driver's license in an online format has been introduced. To apply for a replacement, users must first upload a medical certificate in form 083/U, as the application will not be accepted without this document. The processing time for the application is from two to three

The second batch of new buses has arrived in Bishkek

After a mass brawl in the city of Manas, 22 teenagers were detained

On the eve, a mass brawl occurred in Manas, resulting in the detention of 22 minors by law enforcement agencies. The conflict arose on the night of November 19 in the "Sputnik" microdistrict, where a group of teenagers numbering from 15 to 20 engaged in disorderly conduct, throwing stones at each other. This was reported by the press service of the Jalal-Abad Regional Department of Internal Affairs. Information about the conflict was received by the duty station of the Manas District

Erkin Checheybaev: It is necessary to impose a ban on the sale of alcohol at night

Checheybaev also believes that the excise tax on harmful products, such as tobacco and alcohol, should be increased. In his opinion, these funds should be directed to the state budget to finance disease prevention and conduct campaigns to inform about the dangers of these products. He emphasized that large multinational companies have significant budgets and actively defend their interests. "Six years ago, when I served as Deputy Minister, we developed a bill to ban smoking, and I

A number of prosecutors were awarded in Sokuluk.

In the Sokuluk district, a ceremonial event was held dedicated to the professional holiday of the employees of the Prosecutor's Office of Kyrgyzstan, during which the achievements of the staff were recognized. According to information provided by the district state administration to the Turmush correspondent, the event was attended by Akim Iliya Tashkulov, who presented certificates and gifts to the awardees.

Education Without Barriers: An Interview with the Deputy Director of a School for the Blind and Visually Impaired

— Let me start with a little information about our school. This is a specialized educational institution for children with visual impairments, where currently 220 students are enrolled, of which 113 are blind, studying under the Braille program, and 107 are visually impaired, using enlarged text.

There are 300 mediators working in Kyrgyzstan

In Kyrgyzstan, there are currently 300 mediators who have processed approximately 1,300 cases over the past seven years. This was reported by Deputy Minister of Justice Orozbek Sydykov on the program "Birinchi Radio." Mediation is a method of conflict resolution involving a neutral intermediary — the mediator. This specialist helps the parties reach an agreement.

"Arsenal" crushed "Tottenham" in the London derby

A match of the 12th round of the English Premier League took place in London, where "Arsenal" faced "Tottenham Hotspur" at the Emirates Stadium and secured a convincing victory with a score of 4:1.

In Suluktu, rescuers successfully extracted miners from under the rubble

Yesterday in the Batken region, in the city of Sulyukta, a collapse occurred at the "Adakhan" mine, resulting in people being trapped underground. This information was provided by the press service of the Ministry of Emergency Situations.

The Telegraph and Reuters published a European peace plan for Ukraine — an alternative to the American one

One of the main distinguishing features of the new plan is the requirement to maintain the Armed Forces of Ukraine at a level of 600,000 personnel. Unlike the American version, the European plan does not prohibit Ukraine from joining NATO, provided that the final decision will be made in agreement with other alliance members. The document also states that Russian assets will remain frozen until Russia compensates for the damage caused by the conflict. The full text of the plan includes the

In the project for the installation of water meters, a 200-fold price increase was identified

A check conducted by the State Committee for National Security revealed that the project for the installation of water meters in Talas caused damage to the state amounting to 23 million 76 thousand 694 soms. According to the information from the committee's press center, all the specified funds were returned by the contractor to a special account. In 2019, the municipal enterprise "Taza suu" signed a contract with LLC "P." for 349.7 thousand euros for the supply and

New Delhi is Covered in Smog, Causing Deteriorating Health for 34 Million Residents

Smog enveloped the Red Fort in November In the Indian capital, air quality has once again deteriorated, causing discomfort and health issues for local residents. According to CNN, the air pollution problem in Delhi has become so acute that the Red Fort, a renowned architectural monument, has darkened with grime, symbolizing the worsening ecological situation and sparking discontent among citizens who are taking to the streets in protest. “I just want to breathe normally again,” shared

Meta Corporation has been accused of concealing information about the harm of social networks to mental health.

According to information from Reuters, Meta replaced its own research regarding the negative impact of Facebook on users' mental health after launching a project called Project Mercury in 2020. As part of this study, participants were asked to temporarily refrain from using the social network. After just one week "without Facebook," many testers reported a decrease in levels of depression, anxiety, feelings of loneliness, and social pressure. However, shortly after these results

Deputy Head of the Osh Branch of the State Agency for Land Resources Detained

As part of the investigation into a criminal case concerning the illegal transformation of a land plot of 55.36 hectares for the benefit of private individuals, employees of the State Committee for National Security (SCNS) detained Sh.K.S., who holds the position of Deputy Head of the Osh branch of the State Agency for Land Resources, Cadastre, Geodesy, and Cartography. The investigation established that he, having conspired with several officials, violated legal procedures and issued a State

Edil Baysalov met with representatives of the President's Administration of the Russian Federation

Deputy Prime Minister of the Kyrgyz Republic Edil Baisalov met with Vadim Titov, who holds the position of Head of the Administration of the President of the Russian Federation for Strategic Partnership and Cooperation. This information was received from the Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic. During the meeting, Edil Baisalov congratulated Vadim Titov on his new position and expressed hope that his work would contribute to strengthening bilateral relations between the countries.

Israel eliminated the chief of staff of Hezbollah in Beirut

The airstrike was directed against a high-ranking member of Hezbollah, as stated by the Israel Defense Forces (IDF), emphasizing that the goal of the operation was to weaken the capabilities of the terrorist organization and prevent threats to Israel. "We struck the highest-ranking commander of the terrorist organization 'Hezbollah' to prevent it from strengthening its forces," the IDF said in a message on Telegram. In addition, the army's statement noted that Ali

The lands of the Judicial Department in Osh have been transferred to the GIK.

At the meeting of the Council of Judges, which took place on November 21, various issues were discussed. One of the key decisions was the approval for the transfer of a land plot with a total area of 1500 square meters to OJSC "GIK." The plot is located in the city of Osh at the address: 7 Ashimakhunov Street.

In Naryn, a renovated physical culture and health sports center has been opened

On November 22, in Naryn, after the completion of reconstruction, the physical culture and health sports center named after I. Asanov reopened its doors. This information was provided by the press service of the Ministry of Construction. Attending the opening ceremony were Deputy Minister of Construction Talantbek Imanakun uulu, the Presidential Plenipotentiary Representative in the Naryn region Nurbek Sattarov, the mayor of the city of Jaynak Nemat uulu, city council deputies, as well as

The GKNB detained the former deputy governor of the Talas region and vice president of the Chamber of Commerce and Industry — new details have emerged in the case

New information has emerged in the Talas region regarding the detention of high-ranking officials. On November 5, the State Committee for National Security reported the detention in Talas of the Vice President of the Chamber of Commerce and Industry N.N.E., the head of the department of the State Agency for Physical Culture and Sports B.Z.B., and the former deputy governor of the region B.N.A.

The population has an unhealthy diet. The Minister of Health revealed what and when he eats.

In an interview with the publication "Kabar," Checheybaev emphasized that Kyrgyz people often rely on medications when they get sick, believing that medicines can completely solve the problem. However, in his opinion, it is necessary to reconsider one's lifestyle and approach to nutrition. The minister noted that it is important to understand why we eat. A growing body requires frequent meals, while after the age of 45, metabolism slows down and the need for larger amounts of

Asian Cup Qualifiers (U-17) in Bishkek: Kyrgyzstan takes second-to-last place after the first round. Standings

The qualifying round of the Asian Cup (U-17) has started in Bishkek, where the youth national football team of Kyrgyzstan is currently in second-to-last place in Group B after the first round. The matches held on November 22 involving the Kyrgyz team ended unsuccessfully: in the match against the team from Yemen, our players lost with a score of 0:2.

The First Eurasian Center for the Russian Language and Culture Opened in Bishkek

Photo 24.kg On November 23, the first Eurasian center aimed at the development of the Russian language, culture, and inclusion was opened in Bishkek. This center is designed to strengthen good neighborly relations between Russia and Kyrgyzstan through the implementation of international programs, teacher training, and humanitarian projects. The center was organized by the autonomous non-profit organization "Eurasia." An accessible space has been created here where everyone can find

Only 19 percent of migrant children enrolled in Russian schools in 2025

According to information provided by the Federal Service for Supervision in Education and Science, only one in five migrant children has been enrolled in educational institutions in Russia. Approximately 81% of children were unable to meet the new requirements that were introduced starting April 2025, as reported by RBC. The main difficulties were due to insufficient knowledge of the Russian language and errors made by parents in preparing the necessary documents. As of April 1, 2025, mandatory

Exchange Rate in Commercial Banks on November 24. Which Currency Has Decreased in Value?

As of November 24, the exchange rates for foreign currency set by the National Bank of Kyrgyzstan are as follows: The dollar remains at the same level, while the euro and ruble are showing an increase.

In Nookat, a suspect in the rape of a child has been detained

A 46-year-old man has been detained in the Nookat district, suspected of raping a 10-year-old boy. Initially, information about the crime committed against the minor in Nookat appeared on social media.

Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan, and China discussed the progress of highway construction, - Ministry of Transport

- On November 20, a meeting took place in Bishkek, where representatives of Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan, and China discussed the progress of the "China-Kyrgyzstan-Uzbekistan" railway project. This information was provided by the press service of the Ministry of Transport and Communications. Participants in this event included the Minister of Transport and Communications Abstat Syrgabaev, his Uzbek counterpart Ilkhom Makhkamov, as well as special representatives from China.

A bridge is being built at the 67th kilometer of the Kadamjay - Chon-Alay highway to ensure the passage of vehicles.

At the 67th kilometer of the road connecting the Kadamjai and Chon-Alai districts, the construction of a new bridge is underway. As reported by the Kadamjai District Road Maintenance Enterprise No. 46, the load capacity of the new bridge will be up to 40 tons.

Exchange rates in commercial banks of Kyrgyzstan on November 24

Information about currency exchange rates has been collected from the official resources of commercial banks. If clarification of data is necessary, it is recommended to contact the banks directly. The data is current as of the time of publication and pertains to cash currency exchange. Exchange rates may change during the working day.

In Nigeria, the number of kidnapped schoolchildren has risen to over 300

The reassessment of the number of kidnapped individuals was made after a thorough verification and final count, as reported by the Most Reverend Bulus Dawa Johanna, chairman of the CAN branch in Niger, who visited the school on November 21. According to him, an additional 88 students were captured during an escape attempt during the attack. Among the kidnapped schoolchildren are boys and girls aged 10 to 18 years. The incident occurred in the remote settlement of Papiri and became known just

Rescuers pulled four miners alive from the rubble in Sulyukt

In the Batken region, an emergency incident occurred due to a collapse at the "Adakhan" mine, during which four miners were trapped under the rubble. The information was provided by the press service of the Ministry of Emergency Situations. Rescue operations were conducted at a depth of about 110 meters, where employees of the mining rescue service promptly supplied the trapped miners with air using a special tube. After that, they began clearing the rubble, which allowed them to

Mortgage Houses: 1,080 Apartments to be Delivered in the "Muras" Complex

On November 23, the head of the president's office, Kanaybek Tumanbaev, visited the under-construction residential complex "Muras," which is being implemented by the State Mortgage Company (GIK), and familiarized himself with the progress of the construction work. He noted that the first phase has completed the construction of 986 apartments, which are already occupied.

X-ray rooms will be installed in hospitals as part of PPP: a competition has been announced

As part of the cooperation between the Ministry of Health and the Center for Public-Private Partnership at the National Investment Agency, a competition has been launched for the organization of X-ray diagnostic rooms in state medical institutions. The relevant request for qualifications has been posted on the center's website. Applications for participation in the competition are accepted in written form and can be submitted either in person or via courier service. The competition

The Minister named the most harmful products for the body. And it's not tobacco and alcohol.

According to Checheybaev, excessive salt consumption poses the greatest threat to health. In an interview with the publication "Kabar," he noted that nutrition plays a key role in the health status of the population. “Neither alcohol, nor drugs, nor smoking, nor lack of physical activity, nor sugary carbonated drinks have such a harmful effect on the body as salt. In Kyrgyzstan, its consumption is at a high level. We add salt both during the cooking process and to ready-made dishes.

Candidates for deputies punished for violating campaign rules

The Central Election Commission received several complaints regarding violations by candidates for deputies and their campaigners. Residents report various incidents related to the election campaign. *****One of the complaints concerns Ulan Primov, a candidate from district No. 8, who held a meeting with residents of the village of Sary-Mogol in a building owned by local authorities, raising suspicions of the use of administrative resources.

The Abdraev Music School-Internat will celebrate its anniversary with a festive concert.

On November 25, the republican secondary special music school-internat, named after Mukash Abdraev, will celebrate its 60th anniversary. In this regard, at 15:00, a festive concert will take place in the large hall of the Toktogul Satylganov Kyrgyz National Philharmonic.

CAFA (U-18): The Women's National Team of Kyrgyzstan Leads After Two Rounds. Table

At the international tournament in Uzbekistan, the women's football team of Kyrgyzstan (U-18) is in first place after completing two rounds. The Central Asian Football Association (CAFA) tournament is taking place in Tashkent, where five teams are competing in a round-robin format.

All suspects in the preparation of mass riots have been placed in pre-trial detention.

A group of individuals detained by the Ministry of Internal Affairs on suspicion of preparing mass riots after the elections to the Jogorku Kenesh has been placed in a pre-trial detention center. This was reported by the press service of the Pervomaisky District Court. According to law enforcement agencies, a total of ten people have been detained, who, by court decision, will remain in custody until January 17, 2026:

UFC: Why Myktybek Orolbai Uulu is Not Yet in the Rankings of the Best Fighters in His Weight Class and Has Not Received a Cash Bonus? Analysis

In the welterweight division of the UFC, Kyrgyz fighter Myktybek Oralbai Uulu achieved an impressive victory over Swedish fighter Jack Hermansson on November 23 at UFC Fight Night 265 — Tsarukyan vs. Hooker in Qatar, knocking him out in the first round. Despite this success, Myktybek is still not ranked among the top 15 fighters in his division. Let's explore the reasons behind this phenomenon. Currently, Oralbai Uulu has fought five times in the UFC, winning four of them, three of which

The harvested area of grains in the republic reached 609 thousand hectares — 99% of the crop has been collected

- As of October 23, 2025, the harvesting of grain crops (excluding legumes, rice, and buckwheat) in Kyrgyzstan has been fully completed, covering an area of 602.5 thousand hectares, according to statistical data. Compared to the same period in 2024, when 593.4 thousand hectares were harvested, the area increased by 1.5%, corresponding to an index of 101.5%.

In the Kadamjay District, a truck with food and medicines burned down

In the Kadamjay district, specifically in the village of Okhna of the Orozbekov ayil aimak, a fire occurred in a cargo vehicle on the 15th kilometer of the Kadamjay—Aydarken road. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Emergency Situations. According to the information, the fire engulfed half of the cargo compartment of the vehicle and destroyed the goods inside — food products, medications, household items, electric heaters, and a feed grinder.

The Ministry of Construction explained the essence of introducing paid services in the field of urban planning

In Kyrgyzstan, the Minister of Construction, Architecture, and Housing and Communal Services Nurdin Oruntaev held a meeting with the leaders of over 100 construction companies. The press service of the ministry reported on this event. Among the participants of the meeting were the chairman of the Builders' Union Cholponbek Akmatov, deputy ministers, department directors, as well as all inspectors from the State Architectural and Construction Control Department.

In the Department of Probation, 791 people are under electronic supervision

As of November 3, the open data portal has published information about 791 individuals under electronic supervision in the Department of Probation. These individuals use special mobile applications on their phones, while electronic bracelets are not used.

Ecological Bird Feeders Installed in Ala-Archa Natural Park

On November 22, an ecological event took place in the Ala-Archa State Natural Park, where employees of the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations in Kyrgyzstan (FAO), along with their family members, installed bird feeders. This event was timed to coincide with FAO Family Day, which celebrates the organization's 80th anniversary. As part of the initiative, 40 eco-feeders, designed in a uniform style, were placed along the main alleys of the park. Park staff selected

In the city of Osh, illegal construction has begun on 19 hectares of irrigated land — authorities have responded

Illegal construction has begun on 19 hectares of irrigated land in Osh — authorities have taken measures According to local authorities, unknown individuals started bringing construction materials such as sand and gravel to the territory of the municipal administration of Kyzyl-Kyshtak, which raised serious concerns among the residents of the area.

Kadir Atambaev, Temirlan Sultanbekov, Shailoobek Atazov, and other politicians have been placed in SIZO-1.

On November 23, 2023, the Pervomaisky District Court in Bishkek made a decision regarding the preventive measure for a group of detained politicians and activists. According to information provided by the court's press service on November 24 to the editorial office of "AKIpress Summary," all individuals involved in the case are suspected of organizing mass riots, which relates to Articles 41 part 2, 36 part 1, and 278 of the Criminal Code of the Kyrgyz Republic.

Mongolia and Russia Sign Memorandum of Understanding to Deepen Financial Cooperation

During the meeting, Minister Siluanov emphasized that Russia is ready for deeper cooperation with Mongolia in the financial sector. He noted that joint initiatives could be implemented, including the digitalization of the budget and the use of artificial intelligence for managing state finances. Russia expressed its willingness to share its experience gained from cooperation with other countries. Minister Javkhlan also confirmed Mongolia's interest in exchanging experiences in digital