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Local news / Exclusive

The city center of Osh may shift

The authorities of the city of Osh have announced their intention to move its central part closer to Jalapalak. This information was voiced by the mayor during the opening of the renovated Kurush-Biy street. The mayor, Jenishbek Toktorbaev, emphasized that relocating the city center towards the municipal territorial administration "Jalapalak" is an important step. "We need to pay more attention to this area. Starting next year, the construction of shopping centers and stores will

10.11.2025, 14:47
In the second month of the ceasefire regime, Israeli attacks continue across the Gaza Strip
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In the second month of the ceasefire regime, Israeli attacks continue across the Gaza Strip

Statistics for the month of the ceasefire in Gaza A month has passed since the ceasefire was implemented in Gaza. During this time: As a result of ongoing attacks from Israel, at least 241 Palestinians have died, and 619 have been injured. HAMAS conducted an exchange and returned all 20 remaining live prisoners, as well as the bodies of 24 out of 28 deceased. Israel released about 2000 Palestinians, among whom 250 were political prisoners serving long sentences, and 1718 were forcibly

10.11.2025, 14:47
Local news

Damage of $14.5 million was caused by mudflows in Kyrgyzstan in 2024

Kyrgyzstan, which ranks third among countries in Eastern Europe and Central Asia in terms of vulnerability to climate risks, is facing serious natural threats, as reported by the United Nations World Food Programme. According to this organization, floods and mudflows account for nearly 40% of all emergencies. In recent years, there has been a significant increase in the frequency of these events and the associated economic losses.

10.11.2025, 14:40
The Ministry of Natural Resources of Kyrgyzstan Reminded About Hunting Rules and Penalties for Poaching
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The Ministry of Natural Resources of Kyrgyzstan Reminded About Hunting Rules and Penalties for Poaching

A hunter in camouflage with a gun hunting for a capercaillie. Hunting wild birds. Opening of the hunting season in autumn. The Ministry reminds of the necessity to strictly adhere to the norms of legislation, including the procedure for obtaining the relevant permits and the consequences for illegal hunting. The most important regulatory acts governing hunting in the country are as follows: • Law of the Kyrgyz Republic "On Hunting and Hunting Management" dated March 13, 2014, No. 41;

10.11.2025, 14:36
Local news / Cultural news

Theatrical Week in Bishkek Concluded in Honor of the 70th Anniversary of People's Artist Zamir Sooronbaev

The final of the theater week dedicated to the 70th anniversary of the People's Artist of Kyrgyzstan Zamir Sooronbaev took place in Bishkek. The press service of the Ministry of Culture reported on this event. Important figures such as the Deputy Head of the Political and Economic Research Department of the Presidential Administration Oktay Kapalbaev, advisor to the Minister of Culture, Information, and Youth Policy Mukhtaly Bektenaliev, as well as the First Deputy Mayor of Bishkek and

10.11.2025, 14:24
Local news

Hypoxia in Combination with Alcohol, Tobacco, and Energy Drinks Requires Research. Review

A literature review on the mechanisms of adaptation of organs and systems to hypoxia has been conducted in Kyrgyzstan. The work, prepared by M. M. Arstanbekova and R. R. Tukhvatshin, was published in the journal "Healthcare of Kyrgyzstan." The publication is dedicated to hypoxia, which poses a relevant problem for many researchers, as hypoxic conditions can arise in various pathologies. The authors assert that "the mechanisms of adaptation to hypoxia and other adverse

10.11.2025, 14:23
Local news / Cultural news

In Bishkek, the 110th anniversary of the people's artist and composer Jumamudin Sheraliyev was celebrated

A concert was held in Bishkek dedicated to the 110th anniversary of the famous cultural figure, People's Artist of the Kyrgyz SSR, and laureate of the Toktogul State Prize — Jumamudin Sheraliev, who is also known as a composer, poet, and journalist. According to the press service of the Ministry of Culture, among the participants of the event were State Secretary Marat Imankulov, Deputy Minister of Culture, Information and Youth Policy Askarala Madaminov, as well as public figures,

10.11.2025, 14:20
Super Typhoon "Fung-Wong" Hits the Philippines, One Million People Evacuated
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Super Typhoon "Fung-Wong" Hits the Philippines, One Million People Evacuated

According to the meteorological bureau Pagasa, the typhoon passed through the northern part of Luzon Island, which is the most populated in the archipelago. The wind speed reached 185 km/h, with gusts up to 230 km/h, accompanied by heavy rains. It is forecasted that after "Fung-Wong" passes over the Philippines, it will change direction to the north towards Taiwan and gradually weaken. According to local authorities, the greatest impact of the storm was felt by the residents of Luzon

10.11.2025, 14:19
More than ten solar flares occurred on the Sun in a day
In the world

More than ten solar flares occurred on the Sun in a day

Illustrative photo In their message, experts indicated that among these flares, an event of the highest category X occurred. It is expected that the impact on Earth will be moderate, peaking on November 11-12. Specialists also added that weak geomagnetic disturbances and low-intensity storms may arise in the next 24 hours. Additionally, there is a possibility of new strong solar flares that could affect our planet.

10.11.2025, 14:13
In the world

FAO: Global Food Prices Decreased in October

According to information presented in the press release from the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), there is a decline in global food prices in October. The FAO Food Price Index, which tracks changes in international prices for key food commodities, stood at 126.4 points, which is 1.6% lower compared to September.

10.11.2025, 14:08
A sketch project for an administrative building in Manas has been developed
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A sketch project for an administrative building in Manas has been developed

The Ministry of Construction of the Kyrgyz Republic has announced the completion of the sketch project for a new administrative building in the city of Manas. The project was prepared by architects from the regional department of urban planning and architecture, which is part of the Department of Urban Planning and Architecture of the Ministry of Construction of the Kyrgyz Republic.

10.11.2025, 14:08
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The police checked a social media post about possible promises of apartments to local electoral commissions.

The Central Commission for Elections and Referendums has placed information received during the early elections for deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh, scheduled for November 30, in the Register of Complaints and Violations. According to the data from the Register, on October 20, Nurzat Turdukulova, an active Facebook user, posted a message claiming (translated from Kyrgyz): "I heard that precinct electoral commissions (PECs), where a significant number of votes are expected, are promised

10.11.2025, 14:07
Exclusive

Resident of Tona Caught Illegally Fishing with a Fork: He Was Detained

On November 8, a 16-year-old resident of the village of Kyzyl-Tuu in the Ton district, named A. U., was detained in the Issyk-Kul region for illegal fishing using a pitchfork. This incident was recorded as a result of a regular raid conducted by the tourism and environmental police of the Internal Affairs Department of the Issyk-Kul region in cooperation with representatives of the Internal Affairs Department of the Ton district.

10.11.2025, 14:04
How the USA Surpassed China and Became the Largest Foreign Investor in Africa
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How the USA Surpassed China and Became the Largest Foreign Investor in Africa

Key minerals and metals such as lithium, rare earth elements, cobalt, and tungsten are essential for personal technology operations. They are also necessary for industries such as electric vehicle manufacturing and AI data centers, as noted by the BBC. When you read this article, you may not think about how the device is structured while it functions properly. However, the components that support it are becoming the subject of serious competition between the world's largest economies —

10.11.2025, 14:00
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The court sentenced the former rector of Issyk-Kul State University and the director of the company in the case of the sale of a residential house. They do not consider themselves guilty.

The court case concerning the criminal proceedings against the former rector of the Issyk-Kul State University named after K. Tynystanova and the director of a private company has reached the Supreme Court. According to the materials published in the State Register of Judicial Acts, A.K.K. was appointed acting rector of the university by the decree of the chairman of the Interim Government dated June 25, 2010, and by the order of the Ministry of Education and Science of the Kyrgyz Republic

10.11.2025, 13:57
Sports

The mother of FIFA referee Bakhadyr Kochkarov has passed away.

We regret to inform you that on November 10, 2025, at the age of 85, Inoyatkhon Kochkarova, the mother of Bakhadyr Kochkarov, a FIFA referee from Kyrgyzstan, passed away. Inoyatkhon Kochkarova was an outstanding educator and a person with a big heart and exceptional talent. She dedicated more than 48 years of her life to teaching, nurturing many generations of students.

10.11.2025, 13:55
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The average consumer loan rate in Kyrgyzstan for 8 months was 21.5%, - EDB

In Kyrgyzstan, there is a continuing increase in the volume of lending by commercial banks, according to information provided by the Eurasian Development Bank (EADB) in November 2025. From January to September 2025, lending increased by 43% year-on-year, exceeding the 35% growth in the same period last year. The greatest impact on this trend came from consumer loans, which contributed 30.7 percentage points. In January-August, the average interest rate on consumer loans was 21.5%, which is 2

10.11.2025, 13:53
Local news / Cultural news

The Chui Regional Drama Theater will celebrate the 75th anniversary of the people's writer Samsak Stanaliyev.

On November 13, a scientific and practical conference dedicated to the 75th anniversary of the birth of the outstanding Kyrgyz writer Samsak Stanaliev will take place at the Chui Regional Drama Theater named after Sharshen Termechikov, titled "Samsak Stanaliev — Poet, Writer, Publicist, and Translator." Within the framework of this event, reports on the life and work of the writer will be presented, as well as a theatrical program.

10.11.2025, 13:51
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Sadyr Japarov ordered to select contractors for the major repair of the section of the road Osh—Kara-Suu

On October 31, 2025, President Sadyr Japarov signed decree No. 387, instructing the Cabinet of Ministers to identify contracting organizations for the major repair of the Osh – Kara-Suu highway, which is 18.7 km long. The implementation of this instruction will be monitored by the Office for Control of the Implementation of Decisions of the President and the Cabinet of Ministers of the Presidential Administration.

10.11.2025, 13:51
Asman Airlines launches direct flights from Almaty to Karakol
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Asman Airlines launches direct flights from Almaty to Karakol

Photo from the archive. Asman Airlines launches regular flights from Almaty to Karakol Starting December 5 of this year, Asman Airlines will begin regular flights from Almaty to the international airport "Karakol," as reported by the airline's press service. According to the information received, flights will be operated twice a week — on Fridays and Sundays. The departure time from Almaty will be 11:35, while the return flight from Karakol will leave at 12:35. The flight

10.11.2025, 13:49
Local news / Exclusive

House on Issyk-Kul, Where Wealthy People Lived in the 1900s

On Borobai Bi Street, 43 in Karakol, located in the Issyk-Kul region, stands a house that is over 115 years old. This building, previously known as October Street, is a vivid example of traditional urban architecture from the late 19th to early 20th century, characteristic of Karakol, which was once called Przhevalsk. According to information from local authorities, the house was built between 1900 and 1910. At that time, Karakol was in a phase of active development, attracting officials,

10.11.2025, 13:48
Economy

Global food prices fell by 1.6 percent in October

According to the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), global food prices decreased in October. The food price index, which the FAO uses to monitor changes in international quotations, stood at 126.4 points, indicating a decline of 1.6 percent compared to September.

10.11.2025, 13:44
Local news

Man detained for illegal fishing with specialized forks

As a result of a raid conducted in the Ton district, a young man named A. U., born in 2007 and residing in the village of Kyzyl-Tuu, was detained. He was caught illegally fishing using specialized forks. The incident was recorded in the Unified Register of Crimes of the Ton district police. In connection with this, a criminal case was initiated against the detainee under Article 310 of the Criminal Code.

10.11.2025, 13:43
Local news

Infographic — How is the driving test conducted in Kyrgyzstan?

President Sadyr Japarov announced a comprehensive reform in the issuance of driver's licenses. According to his statement, 90% of existing licenses were obtained through violations, which is one of the reasons for the high mortality rate on the roads: since 2014, more than 10,000 people have died in traffic accidents, and over 121,000 have been injured. The head of state noted that corruption schemes in this area will be completely eliminated — obtaining a driver's license will only

10.11.2025, 13:43
Ecology

At night, snow in some areas, during the day the air will warm up to +16 — weather forecast for November 11

Weather forecast for Kyrgyzstan on November 11. According to the data from Kyrgyzhydromet, rain and snow are expected in some areas of the Issyk-Kul region during the night of November 11, while snowfall is anticipated in mountainous areas. No precipitation is forecasted for the rest of the country. It will also be dry during the day. A west wind is expected at a speed of 4-9 m/s.

10.11.2025, 13:39
Exclusive

Early elections in the ЖК. The police checked information about the meeting of local Kenesh deputies of Talas with the candidate.

The police conducted an investigation regarding reports that a number of local kenesh deputies in Talas met with a candidate for the Jogorku Kenesh, which was accompanied by expressions of support. The Central Commission for Elections and Referendums has entered the data into the Register of Complaints and Violations received during the early elections for deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh, scheduled for November 30. On October 21, user A.I. published relevant information on social media. The data

10.11.2025, 13:38
Local news

Attention! Temporary Water Shutdown (Diagram)

From 09:00 to 20:00 on November 11, 2025, the supply of drinking water will be temporarily suspended. This will affect residential buildings, schools, kindergartens, healthcare facilities, and other social and industrial objects. The water supply restriction will impact the area bordering Dostoevsky, Ankara, Auezov streets, and the railway. In particular, the shutdown will affect the residential areas of "Alty-Ordo," "Kara-Jyach," and "Police Town."

10.11.2025, 13:36
From December, direct flights from Almaty to Karakol will be launched.
Local news / Exclusive

From December, direct flights from Almaty to Karakol will be launched.

Starting from December 5, 2025, Asman Airlines will begin regular direct flights from Almaty to Karakol, to the International Airport of this city. This information was announced by representatives of OJSC "Airports of Kyrgyzstan". Flights will be operated twice a week: on Fridays and Sundays. The departure time is set for 11:35, with the return flight at 12:35. The minimum ticket price will be 6500 som.

10.11.2025, 13:29
Exclusive

The OVD of the Issyk-Ata District checked messages on WhatsApp about support for candidate Shabazov

The Central Commission for Elections and Referendums has published data on complaints and violations recorded in the Register during the early elections for deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh, scheduled for November 30. According to the materials from the Register, on October 16, 2025, the commission received information that messages calling for support for candidate B. Shabazov, who is running for the Jogorku Kenesh from constituency No. 25, were being disseminated in the WhatsApp messenger (in

10.11.2025, 13:26
In the world

Three tourists died and 15 were injured during a storm on the island of Tenerife

A strong storm that hit the Canary Islands claimed the lives of three foreign tourists on Tenerife, the largest island of the archipelago. According to Euronews, many of the victims ignored warnings from local authorities about adverse weather conditions and the dangers of being on the coast. The stormy conditions in the region have been observed since Friday, November 7, with wave heights reaching up to four meters. According to the police, many tourists ended up in the water while trying to

10.11.2025, 13:25
Incidents

In Bishkek, during the raid "Thief," a suspect in bicycle theft was detained

On November 10, the press service of the Internal Affairs Department of the Lenin District reported the detention of a suspect in a theft. According to the information from the victim, the incident occurred on October 23 at around 3:00 PM, when a bicycle worth 15,000 soms was stolen from the entrance of a residential building in the Jal microdistrict. The victim only reported the incident to law enforcement on November 6, after which the fact of the theft was registered in accordance with

10.11.2025, 13:23
Kudret Taiychebarov placed in SIZO-1
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Kudret Taiychebarov placed in SIZO-1

The court's decision on the preventive measure for Kudret Tajchabarov was made in the Pervomaisky district of Bishkek, where he was placed in a detention center until the end of December, according to information from the press service. Kudret Tajchabarov, who represents the interests of entrepreneurs in Bishkek, submitted an application to the Central Election Commission (CEC) expressing his intention to participate in the elections for district No. 19. However, at the meeting on

10.11.2025, 13:18
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Candidate for Deputy Filed a Complaint Against the Media for Defamation, - CEC

On the air of "Birinchi Radio" on November 10, member of the Central Commission for Elections and Referendums Uzarbek Zhilkybaev reported that one of the candidates for deputy has filed a complaint against the media. According to the information provided by the candidate, one media outlet published slander against him, and law enforcement agencies will address this issue. Zhilkybaev emphasized the importance of knowing the rules and requirements during the elections. He also noted

10.11.2025, 13:17