Countries of Central Asia Launch Unified Brand Made in Central Asia

At the first meeting of the ministers of trade and investment of Central Asia and Azerbaijan, which took place on November 13 in Tashkent, an agreement was reached to expand economic cooperation in the region. Participants discussed the goal of increasing mutual trade to 20 billion US dollars and creating a single regional brand called Made in Central Asia. This was the focus of the meeting. Laziz Kudratov, the Minister of Investments, Industry and Trade of Uzbekistan, initiated the idea of

A new administrative building of the State Agency for Land Resources has been opened in Toguz-Toro

A new administrative building has been put into operation in Toguz-Toro, which has become a branch of the State Agency for Land Resources, Cadastre, Geodesy, and Cartography. The building was constructed anew. This information was provided by the district state administration.

The U.S. has added cancer, obesity, and diabetes to the list of reasons for visa denial, - The Washington Post

Illustrative photo In a directive signed by Secretary of State Marco Rubio, visa officers are now required to consider the medical condition of applicants. The document emphasizes that "certain diseases, including cardiovascular diseases, cancer, diabetes, and other serious conditions, may require significant financial costs for treatment." Additionally, obesity is viewed as an adverse factor, as it can lead to a number of diseases such as sleep apnea, hypertension, and depression.

The Kyrgyzstan National Team (U-17) will play against Spain and Portugal

The youth futsal team of Kyrgyzstan is preparing for two friendly matches against teams from Europe, as reported by the Futsal Association of the Kyrgyz Republic. The matches will take place on November 18 and 20 in the Spanish city of Las Rozas de Madrid.

Project "Zheneke": After marriage, 23-year-old Aktilek Bakytbekova moved to live in Suusamyr and produces oil priced at 1000 soms per liter.

We continue the column "Жеңеке," where we share the stories of young brides and experienced daughters-in-law. This project aims to highlight the importance of family values and showcase the talents of married women.

The Pentagon Chief Announced the Start of an Operation Against Drug Cartels

Social corners for pensioners, single mothers, and low-income families opened in the meat pavilions of the Panfilovsky district

In the Panfilov district, meat is sold for 700 soms per kilogram. This was reported by a Turmush correspondent who spoke with local sellers.

The Ministry of Economy has set maximum prices for meat across all regions of Kyrgyzstan

Photo 24.kg The Ministry of Economy and Commerce of the Kyrgyz Republic has announced the maximum prices for meat in each region of the country. According to the information from the press service of the ministry, the prices apply to beef and lamb, excluding boneless meat. Bishkek

The security of schools in the Pervomaisky District will cost Bishkek 51 million soms.

The Education Department of the First May District has announced a tender for security services for schools for the year 2026. According to information posted on the state procurement portal, security will be provided during the daytime from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM. A total of 51 million 599.9 thousand soms has been allocated from the budget for this purpose.

The camera trap in the "Ak-Suu" nature reserve captured a snow leopard and other animals

In the territory of the Ak-Suu Nature Reserve, located in the Moscow District of the Chui Region, various wild animals have been recorded using camera traps. According to information provided by the press service of the Ministry of Nature, employees of the Chui Regional Administration continue to monitor wildlife in this state reserve using camera traps.

"Will Affect More Than Just Cafes". Tashieva is Asked to Lift the Ban on Establishments Operating After 10 PM

Members of the "Horeca Club" association, representing the restaurant and hotel business in Kyrgyzstan, have sent an open letter to the Chairman of the State National Security Committee, Kamchybek Tashiev, regarding the issue of electricity outages during nighttime for public establishments such as cafes and restaurants. According to the association's data, this sector plays an important role in the country's economy, being a significant taxpayer at both the national and

The Head of the Jewelers Association Addressed the Country's Leadership

The President of the Jewelers Association of the EAEU, Antonina Babosyuk, addressed the President of Kyrgyzstan, Sadyr Japarov, and the Chairman of the State Committee for National Security, Kamchybek Tashiev. The main reason for her appeal is the criminal case against her husband, Vladimir Fenkov, related to a conflict with the company "Yuan-Kun." She also sent a letter to the Russian ambassador in Kyrgyzstan, Sergey Vakunov, as her husband is a citizen of the Russian Federation. In

Aziza Berdibaeva: Blogging is the Fifth Branch of Power

Photo 24.kg. Aziza Berdibaeva: Blogging is the Fifth Branch of Power Aziza Berdibaeva, better known online as "Young Ezheshka," is a prominent figure in the world of Kyrgyz blogging. In an interview with 24.kg, she shared her experiences and journey in this field, discussing how she copes with negativity and anxiety, as well as the importance of honesty with her audience. For her, blogging has become a platform for self-expression and fulfilling childhood dreams. "The Beginning

In Bishkek, 64 cars were towed in one day for improper parking

In Bishkek, activities to combat improper parking continue. The press service of the city hall informs that the municipal enterprise "City Road Transport Infrastructure" conducted a raid aimed at improving road safety. As a result of the raid, 64 cars were towed in one day for being parked near garbage containers, at public transport stops, and in places where parking is prohibited by road signs. All towed vehicles were placed in a penalty parking lot.

In Bishkek, traffic light malfunctions began due to power outages. Where to report them

In Bishkek, there have been difficulties with the operation of traffic lights due to power outages, reports the press service of the city administration. The municipal enterprise "City Road Transport Infrastructure" emphasized that the traffic lights are "quickly brought back to operational status." However, power outages from the energy supply company lead to frequent malfunctions in the functioning of traffic light systems. The enterprise is doing everything possible to

The State Takes Control of Prices

The Ministry of Economy and Commerce of Kyrgyzstan announces the start of a large-scale monitoring of prices for socially significant goods. This initiative is carried out by the Antimonopoly Regulation Service and covers all retail points in the country, including markets, supermarkets, and stores. The average price of goods as of November 12, 2025 (in soms):

Euro and ruble jumped in price. Currency exchange rates in commercial banks on November 14

The National Bank of Kyrgyzstan has published the exchange rates for foreign currencies as of November 14: According to the data, the dollar remains stable at 87.45 soms, while the euro and the ruble have become more expensive.

Unknown benefactor donated winter clothing to orphans of the Ak-Talinsky district

In the Naryn region, in the Ak-Tala district, children who have been left without parents received warm winter clothing from an unidentified benefactor, reports Turmush correspondent. As Erlan Kachkynbaev, head of the labor, social protection, and migration department of the Ak-Tala district, explained, the assistance was provided by a man named Akyl, who is a resident of the Aksy district.

Due to project violations, the construction of residential buildings in Bishkek has been suspended

The construction of several residential buildings in Bishkek has been temporarily suspended due to the discovery of violations of project requirements. This information was provided by the Ministry of Construction, Architecture, and Housing and Communal Services of the Kyrgyz Republic.

Kyrgyzstan and France Discussed Expanding Cooperation in the Development of Medical Infrastructure

During a working visit to France, the Minister of Health of the Kyrgyz Republic, Erkin Checheybaev, led a delegation that held an important meeting with the leadership of the Treasury Department of the Ministry of Finance of France. According to the press service of the Ministry of Health, representatives of the Kyrgyz Embassy in France also participated in the negotiations. The French side was represented by Deputy Director for Economic Relations and Partnerships Fanny Labart and Deputy Head

Young wrestlers from the Jayil District won gold and two bronze medals at the national tournament

From November 7 to 9, a republican tournament in freestyle wrestling for boys born between 2011 and 2016 was held in the village of Kötörmö, located in the Toktogul district of the Jalal-Abad region, reports Turmush correspondent. The organization of the tournament was carried out by graduates of the 2002 year from this village.

Snow leopards, mountain goats, and argalis captured by camera traps in the Chui region

In the Chui region, near Moscow, photographers captured wild animals thanks to camera traps set up in the "Ak-Suu" nature reserve. This information was provided by the Ministry of Natural Resources, Ecology, and Technical Supervision of the Kyrgyz Republic. According to the agency, the footage recorded the inhabitants of the reserve, including snow leopards, mountain goats, argalis, foxes, and many other wild animals.

The Aravan District is being brought in line with the design code.

Active work is underway in the Aravan district to organize the territory in accordance with the approved design code. These activities are organized by the Aravan Department of Urban Development and Architecture together with the district state administration of the Kyrgyz Republic. In the center of the district and in several other areas, the facades of public buildings, institutions, and retail outlets are being updated. Unified signage is also being installed, which complies with the

An Expert Explained When Winter Tire Balancing Is Not Necessary

Alexey Revin, a specialist from "Za Rulem," emphasizes: – If you drove a short distance on winter tires last season and did not notice any vibrations, you can avoid additional costs for balancing. However, in practice, it is important to closely monitor the behavior of the vehicle. If the steering wheel does not shake, then balancing is not required. Vibrations are felt less on the rear wheels, but they are also less prone to issues. In any case, if there is a serious imbalance, you

Major public catering establishments in Bishkek close after 10 PM, fast food outlets may operate

During an evening raid aimed at monitoring compliance with new measures due to the electricity shortage, the mayor of Bishkek, Aibek Junushaliev, clarified whether the restrictions on operations after 10:00 PM apply to fast food outlets and stores, the press service of the mayor's office reports. According to the mayor, the new restrictions primarily affect establishments where mass events take place and significant amounts of electricity are consumed.

No Light, But Hang In There! What Is Happening to Businesses Due to Power Outages?

The situation in Kyrgyzstan, especially in the capital, is gradually worsening: after 10 PM, the city plunges into darkness due to government directives, the Ministry of Energy, and declarations by the head of the State National Security Committee, Kamchybek Tashiev, about the necessity of cutting off electricity in public places for the sake of economy. With the introduction of these restrictions, an entire sector of services ceases to function – we are talking about restaurants, cafes, and

The Legacy of the Hero of Kyrgyzstan: A Museum of Akramov Opened at the Chui Regional Hospital

Today, a museum dedicated to the memory of Ernst Akramov, an outstanding surgeon and Hero of Kyrgyzstan, was opened at the Chui Regional Hospital. This event is timed to coincide with the anniversary of his death, which will take place on November 26, 2024. The new museum, located in a quiet room filled with the fresh scent of paint, preserves the memory of a man who dedicated many years to saving lives and training new generations of doctors.

"Leopards, Marco Polo sheep, and porcupines captured on camera traps in the "Ak-Suu" Nature Reserve"

Specialists from the Chui Regional Department of the Ministry of Natural Resources, Ecology and Technical Supervision of the Kyrgyz Republic continue their research on wildlife in the "Ak-Suu" state nature reserve, located in the Moscow district of the Chui region. The press service of the department reported on the monitoring conducted using camera traps. Recently obtained data from the camera traps confirmed the presence of various species of wild animals, such as snow leopards,

How much do ID cards, passports, and other important documents cost in Kyrgyzstan

Recently, new civil passports of the 2025 model began to be issued in Kyrgyzstan. The state institution "Kyzmat" (renamed from "Infocom") has also updated the prices for the production of ID cards, passports, and other documents. The editorial team of 24.kg has gathered current information about the costs of processing the main documents and civil status acts.

Katasонов explained why Kyrgyzstan built "its own Fort Knox"

On the YouTube channel of Valentin Katasov, an economist and publicist, a detailed analysis was released regarding the construction of a new gold storage facility in Kyrgyzstan, which has become the largest in the country and will accommodate up to 1000 tons of gold. The author compared this facility to a "Central Asian Fort Knox," addressing questions that are actively discussed by experts and social media users.

The Antimonopoly Service of Kyrgyzstan Strengthens Monitoring of Prices for Socially Significant Goods

In Kyrgyzstan, the Ministry of Economy and Commerce has announced the start of active price control for essential goods. The Antimonopoly Regulation Service will conduct inspections in stores, supermarkets, and markets to monitor the pricing situation. Prices for goods as of November 12, 2025 (in soms) Product Price (soms) Wheat flour grade 1 (local) 35.1 (kg) Wheat flour grade 1 (imported) 44.6 (kg) Bread made from grade 1 flour 65.7 (kg) Flatbread 96.4 (kg) Pasteurized milk 2.5–3.2% 77.8

Three Employees of Military Registration and Enlistment Offices in Kyrgyzstan Detained for Receiving Bribes

Employees of the State Committee for National Security (GKNB) in cooperation with the Military Prosecutor's Office of the Kyrgyz Republic have detained three employees of military enlistment offices in Osh and Manas. This was reported by the press service of the General Prosecutor's Office. According to the information from the agency, the detainees are suspects in criminal cases classified under articles 342 "Receiving a Bribe" and 343 "Extortion of a Bribe" of

The sixth meeting of the commission of authorized representatives for children's rights of the CIS member states took place in Minsk.

The sixth meeting of the Commission of Ombudsmen for Children's Rights of the CIS member states took place in Minsk. According to the press service of the Cabinet of Ministers of Kyrgyzstan, the event was attended by commission members and representatives of various government agencies, including staff from the offices of the Ombudsmen for Children's Rights from Armenia, Belarus, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Russia, and Tajikistan, as well as representatives of the Executive Committee of

The Chon-Alai District is set to be fully transitioned to organic farming.

Recently, a seminar was held in the Chon-Alai district dedicated to the transition of this region to fully organic status. This event was organized by the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry. It is worth noting that Chon-Alai was officially declared an organic zone back in 2020. Currently, the authorities, together with specialists, are working on activating organic production, phasing out the use of chemicals, and implementing a certification system.

Days of Indian Cinema to be Held in Kyrgyzstan

According to the press service of the Ministry of Culture, Information, Sports, and Youth Policy, a festival of Indian cinema will take place in Kyrgyzstan. This event is scheduled to be held at the "Ala-Too" cinema from November 21 to 24 and is organized by the Embassy of India in Kyrgyzstan in collaboration with the Department of Cinematography.

Neymar sharply responded to a journalist after the substitution scandal at "Santos"

A scandal arose after a publication by Globo Esporte claimed that Neymar contacted the head coach of Santos, Juan Pablo Voivoda, to apologize for his outburst during the substitution in the match against Flamengo (2:3). The player himself firmly denied this information, leaving an angry comment on Instagram:

In the past 24 hours, 21 fires occurred in Kyrgyzstan

In the last 24 hours, 21 cases of fire have been recorded in the republic. To extinguish them, 26 fire brigades were involved:

The Deputy Prime Minister's Working Visit to Turkey Took Place

Edil Baisalov's visit took place from November 12 to 13, 2025, in the Republic of Turkey. During his stay, he held a meeting with the country's Vice President, Cevdet Yılmaz, where he expressed condolences regarding the tragic events that occurred on November 11, 2025, when a Turkish military transport aircraft crashed. During the meeting, important issues concerning bilateral relations were discussed, including political, trade-economic, cultural, and humanitarian cooperation

Is the authorities' demand to close all cafes after 10 PM legal? Let's find out.

In an interview on November 13, the head of the State National Security Committee expressed dissatisfaction with the fact that catering establishments do not comply with the noise law. In this regard, he instructed local authorities and law enforcement agencies to impose restrictions on such establishments. Tashiev emphasized that if events are held after 10:00 PM, electricity must be turned off. He noted: "Starting today, November 13, there should be no celebrations after 10:00 PM. All

The owner of the popular public page babskii_blog was summoned to the GKNB.

The administrator was summoned for a conversation at the State Committee for National Security (GKNB), but she did not disclose the details of this summons. It is important to note that the account has over 356 thousand followers. In her recent post, the blogger highlighted the consequences of the ban on the operation of establishments after 10 PM, pointing out the potential losses for businesses and the reduction of salaries for service sector employees. In her video address, she emphasized

UFC 322: Valentina Shevchenko and Weili Zhang Face Off for the First Time

On the eve of the main event of UFC 322, the first official meeting took place between the flyweight champion Valentina Shevchenko and her opponent from China, Weili Zhang, as reported by Meta MMA.

The Ministry of Labor reported details about the arrest in the case of the newborn's murder

The Ministry of Labor, Social Protection, and Migration has provided new information about a 22-year-old woman who is suspected of murdering her newborn child. According to preliminary data, the woman, who gave birth on November 11, 2025, at home in Sokuluk, claims that her child showed no signs of life. After that, she reportedly placed the baby in a bag and threw it in the trash.

In Kyrgyzstan, monitoring of prices for socially significant goods is being strengthened

Photo from the internet According to information provided by the Ministry of Economy and Commerce, the Antimonopoly Regulation Service will begin active monitoring of prices for socially significant goods at all retail outlets in the country, including supermarkets, shops, and markets. As of November 12, 2025, the average consumer prices for some goods are as follows:

Suyunbeka Omurzakova Fined for Violating Election Campaign Rules

The Central Election Commission has decided to impose a fine on Suyunbek Omurzakov, who is running for deputy in district No. 10, for violating the norms of election campaigning. The press service of the CEC reported that during the analysis of photos and videos posted on Mahmud Abdubaliev's Facebook page, information about violations by Omurzakov was discovered.

In the Ala-Buka District, the moratorium on meat price increases has been extended until the end of 2025.

- In the Ala-Bukinsky district, monitoring aimed at extending the moratorium on meat price increases has been completed, as reported by the press service of the Ministry of Agriculture. First Deputy Akim of the Ala-Bukinsky District State Administration M. Sherbaev participated in this event, along with representatives from the district's agricultural development and veterinary services, including a veterinarian.

A passenger car burned down in the city of Manas

In Manas, located in the Jalal-Abad region, a passenger car model GPS-600 was completely burned. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Emergency Situations (MES). Currently, the causes of the fire are being investigated.

Seven-Year-Old Child Shot His 7-Month-Old Brother from a Shooting Range — Bullet Lodged in Skull

In the Osh region, in the Alay district, an accident occurred in which a 7-month-old baby was hospitalized with a gunshot wound. This information was confirmed by the regional children's hospital. According to available data, on November 3, 2025, at 18:32, 7-month-old K.B.M. was brought to the Alay district hospital in serious condition. The child's mother reported that the baby was experiencing bleeding from the oral cavity, lower lip, and upper palate, and was in a pale and weakened

Employees of the Osh and Manas City Military Registration and Enlistment Offices Arrested for Extortion

The military prosecutor's office continues to conduct investigative activities to identify all officials involved in this crime. As part of the investigation, actions are ongoing to establish all individuals who participated in this crime.