From November 8 to 9, a section of Fuchik Street in Bishkek will be closed, located at the intersection of Jibek Jolu Avenue and Profsoyuznaya Street. This information was provided by the city hall of the capital. The closure is due to road rehabilitation work.
- A new law has been adopted in Kyrgyzstan, amending the Criminal Code, aimed at tightening penalties for fraud committed using information and communication technologies. This was announced during a radio program featuring Senior Lieutenant of Police Aidar Asakeev from the Cybercrime Department of the Criminal Investigation Department of the Bishkek City Police and Captain of Police Urmat Bekbosunov, an investigator from the Department for Particularly Important Cases of the Investigative
As part of his working visit to Balakchi, the Chairman of the State National Security Committee (GKNB) Kamchybek Tashiev visited the new city library, where he assessed its readiness for operation together with local authorities. During his interaction with the residents, he emphasized the importance of education and self-development, sharing memories from his youth: “To avoid awkward situations when meeting girls, we read books,” Tashiev noted, adding that the pursuit of knowledge remains
Residents of the Uch-Terek rural district in the Toktogul region, located in the Jalal-Abad province, have appealed to the ombudsman with complaints about issues related to the quality and access to drinking water. A representative of the ombudsman conducted monitoring to assess the availability of social infrastructure in this region.
In Kyrgyzstan, numerous cases of attacks on medical workers have been registered over the past year, and conflicts with them, according to doctors, occur almost every day. For example, at the National Hospital, after yet another incident, they were forced to close the entrance for accompanying persons and strengthen security. At the same time, there is a growing trend of aggressive actions by parents towards teachers in the education sector. To protect the rights of medical workers, teachers,
- On the air, Rustam Sarybaev, head of the Academy of Sustainable Development at the Union of Banks, discussed common methods of fraud and recommendations for preventing them. According to the expert, the main schemes of fraud today include phishing (both SMS and internet scams), social engineering, and manipulation through phone calls. The increase in cashless payments and online transactions in the country contributes to the rise of such crimes.
On November 22 and 23, a unique festival, COFFEE FEST KG, will take place in Bishkek at the Sports Palace. It will be a hub for coffee industry professionals and all those passionate about coffee culture. The event program includes educational sessions, tasting zones, competitions, shows, and business activities aimed at inspiring participants. What can guests expect? Workshops and lectures from experts in coffee roasting, brewing, and service. An exhibition of companies involved in the
In Bishkek, an event was held under the direction of Mayor Aibek Junushaliev to monitor compliance with parking rules. The municipal enterprise "City Road Transport Infrastructure" organized a raid aimed at ensuring the free movement of public transport and adherence to traffic regulations. During the raid, 27 cars parked at bus stops were identified in one day and sent to the impound lot.
Ian McKellen, the famous British actor, has confirmed that he will soon return to the role of Gandalf in a new project titled "The Lord of the Rings: The Hunt for Gollum," as reported by The Daily Mirror. In an interview, the actor stated, "I am going to visit Middle-earth again next year and play the role of Gandalf. I do not plan to slow down."
A recent study has identified the most reliable Chinese cars, according to media reports. The Chinese Automotive Quality Network compiled a list of 175 gasoline car models that received the fewest negative reviews regarding breakdowns and other technical issues.
At the 43rd session of the UNESCO General Conference on November 6, a resolution proposed by Kyrgyzstan was unanimously approved, proclaiming September 22 as the International Day of Nomadic Heritage. This was reported by the National Commission of the Kyrgyz Republic for UNESCO. Photo by UNESCO. Establishment of the International Day of Nomadic Heritage
In the Issyk-Kul region, in the village of Ak-Suu, five recreation areas have been closed, including "Ak-Suu-Kench," "Ömür-Darya," "Zarya," "Agrotechservice," and a base owned by tenant M. Omurbekov. This information was provided by the village administration of Kydyr Ake.
A recent study conducted by the European Regional Office of the World Health Organization highlights that the integration of telemedicine and digital technologies in the care of people with dementia can significantly improve their lives and the lives of their loved ones. The study shows that in supportive and age-friendly environments, such technologies can reduce anxiety, depression, and loneliness. Natasha Azzopardi-Muscat, Director of Health at the WHO European Office, notes:
The State Tax Service (STS) has denied rumors of a complete ban on cash transactions in retail, stating that such claims are not true. According to the STS, amendments to the Tax and Labor Codes, adopted on October 29, 2025, are aimed at improving the transparency of transactions, protecting consumer rights, and reducing the shadow sector. These changes do not abolish cash payments but introduce liability for violations related to cashless transactions.
The composition of the swimming team representing Kyrgyzstan at the Islamic Solidarity Games in Saudi Arabia has been announced. These sixth Games started on November 4 in Riyadh.
The speech of the President of the Kyrgyz Republic Sadyr Japarov at the "Central Asia - USA" summit ("C5+1"), held on November 6 in Washington. "Dear representatives of the media,
The keys to the apartment were handed over today to single mothers by the Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers and Head of the State National Security Committee of the Kyrgyz Republic, Kamchybek Tashiev. According to the press service, a request from Eleonora Nuralieva, a citizen of Kyrgyzstan, was received due to her difficult life situation.
The Gapar Aitiev Museum of Fine Arts has opened a new tactile space aimed at inclusive interaction with art. Alima Tokmergenova, a museum researcher, emphasized that this space was created as part of the permanent exhibition. It provides an opportunity for people with visual impairments, children, and anyone interested to interact with art, which is usually prohibited in museums. Here, one can "see" art through touch. All exhibits have plaques in Braille that contain their
As of November 7, all mountain passes and roads in Kyrgyzstan are open and accessible for travel. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Transport and Communications. The agency stated that road services are working without breaks, ensuring round-the-clock clearing of the roads from snow and ice, as well as treating them with inert materials to ensure safety on the roads.
At a meeting in Washington with the President of the United States, it was announced that Kazakhstan, Tajikistan, and Uzbekistan have signed contracts with Boeing for the delivery of thirty new airplanes. This step signifies a substantial strengthening of the American aircraft manufacturer's presence in Central Asia, as reported by the Business Aviation Portal. Photo by the Media
Kyrgyzstan has launched the first issuance of the KGST stablecoin, which has a fixed ratio of 1:1 to the national currency — the som. This information was announced by the secretariat of the National Council for the Development of Virtual Assets and Blockchain Technologies. Photo provided by the National Council for the Development of Virtual Assets and Blockchain Technologies The token has been implemented on the BNB Chain network, has undergone a smart contract audit, and an expert review of
In the framework of the "Taryh Insany" column, we will get acquainted with the life of Mokey Maksutov, who dedicated his career to working in security agencies. Information about his life and activities was provided to the Turmush correspondent.
The healthcare reform in Kyrgyzstan was initially aimed at developing family medicine, but at the moment this important sector is on the brink of collapse: the number of family doctors is decreasing, while their workload is increasing with minimal funding. In response to the systemic crisis, doctors have created the Association of Family Medicine of Kyrgyzstan to protect the interests of their colleagues and restore the prestige of the profession, which is essential for the further development
During an extended meeting held at the Bishkek city hall under the leadership of Deputy Mayor Ramiz Aliev, plans for the development of a public toilet network in the city were discussed.
A significant event has occurred in Kyrgyzstan: for the first time, high-profile officials have been convicted of corruption crimes. The October District Court of Bishkek made this historic decision, sentencing former mayor of Tokmok, Nusuvaliyev, to 13 years in prison with confiscation of his property. Among those convicted were also the former head of the municipal property department, T.A., the former head of the state procurement department, I.G.Z., and the director of the contracting
On this day, the Earth is facing the influence of a large coronal hole and two streams of plasma ejected as a result of solar flares that occurred on the night of November 5. According to ground and space observations, our planet has just entered a plasma stream from the coronal hole. The day before, on November 6, the near-Earth space was already experiencing disturbances due to magnetic storms, which led to a sharp increase in solar wind parameters to extreme values.
According to the World Meteorological Organization (WMO), 2025 could become the second or third warmest year on record in the history of meteorological observations. Throughout this year, the Earth continues to set temperature records. As noted by the UN News Service, the last 11 years, starting from 2015, have already been recognized as the hottest in the last 176 years.
The situation repeats itself every year Once again, Bishkek is facing the problem of polluted air, finding itself among the cities with the lowest air quality. This data is provided by the Iqair portal, which monitors air pollution levels in real-time.
Kochkor District, located in the northeast of Naryn Region, has its administrative center in the village of Kochkor. It borders Chui Region to the north, Issyk-Kul Region to the east, and Jumgal District of Naryn Region to the south. The area of the district is 6300 square meters. Established in 1930, it was originally named Stalin District. According to information provided by the Kochkor District State Administration, the local historical museum, and the encyclopedia of Kochkor District, the
The film "Diary for My Children" is based on the personal experiences of Marta Meszaros herself, who used her childhood memories to write the script. It is a story about her coming of age in post-war Hungary and the complex relationships with those around her against the backdrop of political changes. The second part, "Diary for My Loved Ones," continues this story and covers the period from 1951 to 1956, when political conflicts were escalating.
According to the Ministry of Finance, 88 organizations have received funding under this program. The banks involved in the implementation of subsidized loans are: AО "Aiyl Bank" and AО "Eldik Bank". The total amount of allocated loans is 200 million soms.
On November 14, the Embassy of India in Bishkek will celebrate the annual event related to the Indian Technical and Economic Cooperation (ITEC) program. More than 50 graduates are expected to attend the celebration and share their experiences of studying at Indian educational institutions. Established in 1964, the ITEC program is an important initiative of the Ministry of External Affairs of India aimed at enhancing the skills of professionals. It is one of the longest-running international
In the Suzak District, a situation was recorded regarding illegal construction on the territory where a tuberculosis hospital used to be located in the village of Dostuk.
Photo @azattelevision. The 'Florentine' diamond The 'Florentine' diamond, weighing over 137 carats and considered lost since 1918, had been kept in a bank vault in Quebec, Canada, for many years. This was reported by Karl Habsburg-Lothringen, head of the Habsburg family, in an interview with The New York Times and Der Spiegel. In size, this gemstone is comparable to a walnut and ranks fourth in size in the world.
Photo from the personal archive of Jusup Abdrakhmanov The first Prime Minister of the Kirghiz ASSR, Jusup Abdrakhmanov, performed a heroic act by stopping the famine that threatened his people and challenging the brutal Stalinist system. For his brave actions, he was recognized as a hero but was later shot due to his revelations in a diary that became a significant document of that era. His talent and courage were ahead of their time, and Abdrakhmanov's tragic fate became a symbol of his
The Kennedy Center is hosting a meeting of the five Central Asian countries with the President of the United States as part of the decade-long C5+1 summit. Kyrgyzstan presented a national stand at this summit, created through the joint efforts of the Tourism Development Support Fund in the Kyrgyz Republic, the Department of Tourism, the Kyrgyz Crafts Center, and the Embassy of Kyrgyzstan in the USA.
Weather forecast for Kyrgyzstan on November 8. According to information from Kyrgyzhydromet, no precipitation is expected in the republic. A southeast wind is anticipated at a speed of 3-8 m/s.
In the Nookat district, on the territory of Chili-Sai, four individuals were detained for violating hunting laws, reports the press service of the Ministry of Natural Resources, Ecology, and Technical Supervision. Inspectors from the Osh Regional Department of the Ecological Supervision Service, together with a gamekeeper from the Biodiversity Department and representatives from the NABU organization, discovered the violators during raid activities.
Photo by the President's Office. Kanaybek Tumanbaev inspected the construction of a residential complex in Tokmok Recently, Kanaybek Tumanbaev, the head of the President's Office, visited Tokmok to check on the progress of the construction of a residential complex consisting of 29 blocks. This project, supported by mortgage subsidies, includes 1,905 apartments, among which are 9 nine-story and 20 fifteen-story buildings. The information was provided by the press service of the head
The Central Election Commission of the Kyrgyz Republic has decided to deny Kudret Maripovich Taichabarov registration as a candidate for deputy in constituency No. 19. The main reason was a photo with Kamchy Kolbaev taken in 2021. Taichabarov submitted his self-nomination application on October 27. On November 6, a document verification was conducted, during which the working group concluded that he does not meet the requirements established by law for candidates.
The government of Kyrgyzstan has decided to introduce new standards aimed at enhancing the financial stability of insurance and reinsurance organizations. According to the adopted document, the maximum liability limit for certain types of insurance risks is capped at 20% of the company's own funds.
In Washington, President Japarov discussed key issues regarding bilateral relations between Kyrgyzstan and the USA with Trump. This was reported by the press service of the Administration of the President of the Kyrgyz Republic. During the conversation, the leaders touched upon topics of strengthening cooperation in the political sphere, as well as in the areas of financial technology and artificial intelligence.
According to information from the U.S. State Department, the Diversity Visa program (DV-2027) will remain in effect; however, there will be some changes to the registration schedule and the announcement of results. Additional details regarding specific dates will be published later on the official website of the department here. Lottery winners of DV-2027 will be able to apply for immigration visas during the usual timeframe — from October 1, 2026, to September 30, 2027.
In accordance with the Constitutional Law of the Kyrgyz Republic "On the State Language of the Kyrgyz Republic" and the Law "On Advertising," raids are being conducted in the Pervomaisky District. In the Sverdlovsk District, together with the municipal land use control department, the dismantling of lightweight structures located on Gogol Street, near houses No. 12 and 20, is being carried out.
In the Nookat district, major renovation work continues at the Urkui Salieva School. This information was announced by the press service of the presidential representative office in the Osh region.
According to Aliyev, the Azerbaijani army will be adapted to NATO standards, which includes close cooperation with the Turkish Armed Forces. "The head of state noted that this cooperation is an important step in the modernization process," the statement said. Aliyev also emphasized that one of the key goals of independence achieved in the early 20th century was the return of historical lands and assured that the modernization of the army will continue. In March 2024, NATO Secretary
Photo from the internet According to the Kazakh publication "Kursiv," Kazakhstan has significantly increased the volume of electricity imports from Kyrgyzstan. From January to August 2025, the republic purchased 299.4 million kilowatt-hours of electricity for a total of 4.3 million dollars. This figure exceeds last year's volumes by 3.1 times, and in terms of value, it has increased nearly tenfold, as indicated by customs data.
In 2024, 1,020 titles of books will be published in Kyrgyzstan, with a total circulation of 1,617 thousand copies, reports the National Statistical Committee on the occasion of Information and Printing Day. Of the total number of published books, more than 58% will be in the Kyrgyz language.
