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Economy

In Kyrgyzstan, penalties and fines will be calculated automatically

A new law has been adopted in Kyrgyzstan, amending the provisions of the Tax Code. Now, the accrual of penalties and fines will be carried out automatically, without the involvement of tax inspectors. The amount of these accruals will depend on the statute of limitations for tax debts. Changes also concern the procedure for fulfilling tax obligations. All taxes must now be paid exclusively in a cashless manner, including the use of digital soms and a Unified Tax Account.

04.11.2025, 14:41
The bean harvest in Talas reached nearly 71 thousand tons
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The bean harvest in Talas reached nearly 71 thousand tons

In 2023, the Talas region harvested 70.8 thousand tons of beans, as reported by the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry of Kyrgyzstan. To support farmers and stabilize market prices for beans, the government allocated 100 million soms to OJSC "Kyrgyz Agroholding" for the purchase of this product. Beans were purchased at a price of 95 soms per kilogram, which is higher than the offers from other buyers who pay 92 soms per kilogram.

04.11.2025, 14:41
Local news

Only three days off for children. What kind of vacation is this? (plus a survey)

Schoolchildren will start their holidays on November 5, but these are not quite traditional days off. Instead of the usual week of rest, they will only enjoy three days. Holiday Schedule for This Academic Year In November, after the first quarter, schoolchildren will have only three days off — on the 5th, 6th, and 7th, which, combined with the weekend, totals five days of rest. Winter holidays will last for 12 days — from December 31 to January 11. After the long third quarter, children will

04.11.2025, 14:41
Exclusive

Bicycle Theft Caught on Video: Police Identify Two Minors

In Tokmok, teenagers involved in the theft of a bicycle were identified, as reported by the press service of the Main Internal Affairs Department of the Chui region. According to the information, on November 2, as a result of monitoring social networks, a message about the theft that occurred around 14:00 on Soviet Street, near the "Munira" store, was discovered.

04.11.2025, 14:40
Economy

In Kyrgyzstan, artificial intelligence will be implemented in tax administration

The government of Kyrgyzstan has instructed the Tax Service to implement an analytics system based on artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies to identify tax risks. According to the new decree, the digital platform will automatically process financial transactions and reporting, detecting "suspicious patterns" and generating lists of companies for verification without inspector intervention.

04.11.2025, 14:39
Exclusive

In Batken, there was an attempt to illegally export more than forty heads of cattle to a neighboring country.

Employees of the Batken Regional Department of Internal Affairs reported the detention of several individuals who attempted to illegally export livestock, the press service reports. The incident occurred on October 24 at the "Uragan" checkpoint in the Kadamjai district, where the police stopped a truck of the "Mercedes-Benz Atego" brand. During the inspection of the vehicle, 44 heads of cattle were found, which lacked the necessary documents and ear tags.

04.11.2025, 14:35
Local news / Exclusive

3 km of roads asphalted on three streets in Iiri-Suu

In the Uzgen district of the Osh region, in the rural municipality of Iiri-Suu, the road asphalt paving works have been successfully completed. As reported by Sovetbek Karaev, the head of the rural municipality, 3 km of road surface on three streets have been put into operation. Approximately 18 million soms were allocated for the asphalt paving, noted Karaev.

04.11.2025, 14:35
Exclusive

How the Eurasia Bus Changed the Mornings of Rural Schoolchildren in Iyri-Suu

In Iyri-Suu, a new project has been launched — school buses provided by the autonomous non-profit organization "Eurasia." According to the information from the local council, headed by Sovetbek Karaev, the buses were delivered in 2024 and now reliably transport students. "The bus servicing the Uson Uulu Janish Secondary School was provided by the organization 'Eurasia.' It operates smoothly, allowing children to reach school from remote areas located 5–6 kilometers

04.11.2025, 14:32
Published scientific work on fair management of water resources in Central Asia
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Published scientific work on fair management of water resources in Central Asia

Recently, a significant collective monograph titled "International Legal Regulation of Transboundary Rivers" was released in Almaty. This extensive work was created with the participation of scholars, lawyers, and ecologists from Kazakhstan, China, Kyrgyzstan, Russia, Tajikistan, and Uzbekistan, highlighting its international character. The book is published in three languages: Russian, English, and Chinese.

04.11.2025, 14:28
The Bishkek City Hall Proposes New Rules for Truck Traffic in the City
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The Bishkek City Hall Proposes New Rules for Truck Traffic in the City

In Bishkek, the city hall presented a draft law concerning amendments to certain legislative acts of the Kyrgyz Republic, particularly in the Code on Non-Tax Revenues and the Law on Automobile Roads. According to the authors of the initiative, the main goal of this document is to provide local self-government bodies with additional powers that will help preserve and ensure the proper maintenance of municipal roads.

04.11.2025, 14:25
Local news

In Kyrgyzstan, the punishment for fraud has been tightened

Legislative measures to combat fraud have been strengthened in Kyrgyzstan. President Sadyr Japarov has signed a new law that increases liability for such crimes, as well as for non-compliance with court decisions. According to information provided by the president's administration, the changes pertain to Article 209 of the Criminal Code. Under the new provisions, the punishment will be stricter if the fraud is committed using the internet or other digital technologies, as well as if it

04.11.2025, 14:24
Local news

A film by a director from Kyrgyzstan, shot on a smartphone, received international acclaim

The film "Dream of Reason," created by Kyrgyz director Talgar Zamir-Seit, was awarded for outstanding cinematography at the VI International LifeStyle Cinema Film Festival. This work stands out for its unique style, as it was entirely filmed on a mobile phone. This gives the film a documentary sincerity and allows viewers to feel the atmosphere and experiences of the characters more deeply.

04.11.2025, 14:23
The Ambassador of Kyrgyzstan to Kazakhstan, Dastan Dyushekeev, was awarded the Order of "Dostyk" II degree.
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The Ambassador of Kyrgyzstan to Kazakhstan, Dastan Dyushekeev, was awarded the Order of "Dostyk" II degree.

On October 31, a solemn award ceremony took place at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Kazakhstan. This information was provided by the press service of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic. The Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Yerzhan Kosherbayev, presented the Order of 'Dostyk' II degree to the Ambassador of the Kyrgyz Republic in Kazakhstan, Dastan Dyushekeev. This event was timed to coincide with the celebration of Republic Day, which

04.11.2025, 14:23
Exclusive

The State Committee for National Security returned the Belovodsk Oil Depot "Kyrgyzmunayzat" to state balance.

The State Committee for National Security (SCNS) reported the return of the Belyovodskaya oil depot "Kyrgyzmunayzat" to state ownership. The information was provided by the agency's press service. During the investigation, it was revealed that in 2004, the territory of the oil depot, covering 7.7 hectares and including buildings and structures (including fuel storage tanks with a total capacity of 36,200 tons), was transferred to private hands illegally. This occurred as a result

04.11.2025, 14:18
Commercial properties without parking will be closed in Manas
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Commercial properties without parking will be closed in Manas

A decision has been made in Manas to close commercial establishments that do not have parking spaces. This was reported by the city administration. According to the provided data, the suspension will affect all trade and service establishments (including cafes, restaurants, shops, pharmacies, hairdressers, and fast food outlets) on main streets where parking is absent.

04.11.2025, 14:17
Exclusive

On the Bishkek-Talas Road, a Car Overturned

An incident involving a Honda Step vehicle occurred on the road connecting Bishkek and Talas, which was traveling from the capital. According to eyewitness accounts, the car overturned in the Tayjorgo area of the Shumkar-Uya district, located on the Taraz-Talas-Suusamyr highway.

04.11.2025, 14:13
Economy

At the end of September, the Financial Supervisory Authority issued licenses to 18 leasing companies

According to the latest data provided by the Financial Market Regulation and Supervision Service, the number of leasing companies with licenses has significantly increased. In December 2024, there was only one organization operating in the market, which was the first to receive a license from the Financial Supervision Authority, and by the end of September 2025, their number had risen to 18. In the third quarter of 2025, 3,090 leasing agreements were registered, and the total volume of the

04.11.2025, 14:13
Exclusive

The head of the village council Birlik resigned

The head of the village government of Birlik, located in the Kadamjay district of the Batken region, has resigned. According to information provided by Turmush, Artykbai Aydarov, who held this position since July 5, 2024, is no longer the head of the village government.

04.11.2025, 14:10
Worker dies in the collapse of the medieval Conti tower in Rome
In the world

Worker dies in the collapse of the medieval Conti tower in Rome

Three Romanian workers were injured as a result of a partial collapse of the structure. Rescuers worked to manually clear the debris to free one of the trapped individuals. Unfortunately, despite all efforts, he could not be saved. After the initial collapse, a new collapse occurred, significantly complicating the work of the emergency services. Currently, the circumstances leading to this tragic incident are being investigated.

04.11.2025, 14:09
Exclusive

In Naryn, the number of doctors who have resigned was announced

In the first nine months of the current year, there have been changes in the staffing of medical institutions in the Naryn region: 33 doctors have left their positions, while 34 new specialists have been hired. This information was provided by the regional health department. According to the department's information, the following medical institutions are currently operating in the Naryn region:

04.11.2025, 14:07
Local news

SBNON: Drug group detained. One of the detainees has a certificate of aakimat employee.

During the operation that took place on October 28, law enforcement agencies disrupted the activities of this drug group. Among those detained was an employee of the administration of the Oktyabrsky District of Bishkek. The Drug Control Service of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic confirmed that forensic chemical examinations have been appointed for the seized substances.

04.11.2025, 14:07
Economy

Kyrgyzstan and Russia Adjusted the Fuel Supply Plan for 2025

The Ministry of Energy of Kyrgyzstan has announced that an agreement has been reached with representatives of Russia regarding the revision of the indicative balance of duty-free supplies of petroleum products for the current year. According to the information from the ministry, the volume of diesel fuel supplies has been increased in accordance with the country's needs, while other types of petroleum products remain at the previous level.

04.11.2025, 14:07
Local news

Over 10 billion soms: the President's Administration exceeded the revenue plan

According to the information from the press service of the presidential administration, the agencies under its jurisdiction completed the first nine months of the current year with exceeding planned revenue targets. With a set plan of 9 billion 304.5 million soms, actual revenues amounted to 10 billion 357.2 million soms. Thus, the plan was fulfilled by 111.3 percent, which means an excess of 1 billion 52.7 million soms.

04.11.2025, 14:05
Local news

Government agencies reminded of the obligation to hire people with disabilities. Quotas

The Ministry of Labor, Social Protection, and Migration has made an important reminder for state and municipal institutions about the necessity of complying with legislation regarding job quotas for people with disabilities. As reported by the press service of the ministry, according to Article 155 of the Labor Code, any organizations with 25 or more employees are required to allocate at least 4% of job positions for individuals with disabilities. This condition may include part-time work.

04.11.2025, 14:01
Kyrgyzstan and China Strengthen Interregional Partnership
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Kyrgyzstan and China Strengthen Interregional Partnership

On November 3, the Osh region hosted a delegation from the Chinese province of Gansu for a working visit, during which a meeting between the two sides took place. The Deputy Plenipotentiary Representative of the President of Kyrgyzstan in the Osh region, Iliyas Tashbaev, and the Deputy Chairman of the People's Political Consultative Conference of Gansu, He Weiping, participated in the negotiations.

04.11.2025, 14:01
Economy

In Kyrgyzstan, control over foreign operations for large businesses is being tightened

In Kyrgyzstan, there is a tightening of control over large taxpayers and tax agents, especially those interacting with foreign partners. According to new regulations, such companies are now required to disclose all their sources of income and foreign currency transactions. This information will be transmitted to the Tax Service as part of a unified system for exchanging financial data.

04.11.2025, 13:53
Kanibek Tumanbaev: From 2026, there will be no private driving schools in Kyrgyzstan
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Kanibek Tumanbaev: From 2026, there will be no private driving schools in Kyrgyzstan

The head of the President's Office, Kanaybek Tumanbaev, announced that starting from January 1, 2026, there will be no more private driving schools in Kyrgyzstan. This statement was made during the presentation of new biometric passports, the introduction of which is aimed at improving control in the area of driver's licenses and vehicle registration documents.

04.11.2025, 13:51
Kyrgyzstan Presented Key Areas of Education Reform in Qatar
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Kyrgyzstan Presented Key Areas of Education Reform in Qatar

From November 4 to 6, a delegation from Kyrgyzstan is participating in the second World Summit on Social Development taking place in Qatar, as reported by the Ministry of Education of the Kyrgyz Republic. As part of the summit, Kyrgyzstan organized a special session titled "Investing in Human Capital: Programs and Best Practices of the Kyrgyz Republic," supported by UNICEF and Marshall Cavendish Education.

04.11.2025, 13:49
Ecology

An Illegal Dumping Site Discovered in the Sokuluk District

In the Sokuluk district, residents contacted the Chuy Regional Department of the Ministry of Nature, informing them about cases of illegal waste disposal and dumping using municipal transport. This information was provided by the department's press service. As a result of the complaint, specialists from the department conducted an inspection on November 4 and discovered an illegal dump of solid household waste on the eastern outskirts of the village of Tokbay in the Kuntuy rural district,

04.11.2025, 13:47
Local news / Exclusive

The Supreme Court upheld the decision to demolish the "Manas-Ata" restaurant — what is known today

The building of the "Manas-Ata" café, located on Askar Shakirov Street in the city of Osh, has not yet been demolished, despite the Supreme Court's decision to restore the previous state of the site at the expense of the establishment's owners. Judicial executor of the Osh city department of the judicial enforcement service, Zhetibek Esenbaev, commented to Turmush that "Our enforcement document remains in force. We previously sent letters to the claimant [the party

04.11.2025, 13:45
Another major robbery took place in Paris
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Another major robbery took place in Paris

In Paris, just two weeks after the high-profile theft of royal jewels from the Louvre, a new robbery occurred. This time, criminals targeted the Swarovski boutique, stealing jewelry and watches worth approximately 200,000 euros, as reported by Kazinform. According to information from "Le Parisien," the store's alarm system did not go off, and the cameras did not capture the actions of the perpetrators. The incident was only discovered in the morning when one of the employees

04.11.2025, 13:42
Local news

The City Hall commented on the arrest of a drug dealer who was working in the akimat.

According to information from the press service of the mayor's office, one of the detained drug dealers was a driver in one of the district administrations of Bishkek. He was part of a criminal group involved in the sale of narcotic substances in the capital. The mayor's office clarified that at the moment this citizen has no official ties with the akimat, as he has already been dismissed from his position.

04.11.2025, 13:39
Local news

Every organization with 25 employees is required to hire individuals with disabilities.

State and municipal institutions received a reminder from the Ministry of Labor, Social Security, and Migration about the importance of complying with legislation regarding the employment of persons with disabilities. According to Article 155 of the Labor Code, enterprises with 25 or more employees are required to allocate at least 4% of jobs for people with disabilities. These vacancies can be offered on a part-time basis.

04.11.2025, 13:37
Local news

In Bishkek, 40-story buildings may soon appear

In the capital of Kyrgyzstan, Bishkek, the construction of buildings up to 40 stories high is planned. This was announced by Nurdin Oruntaev, the Minister of Construction, Architecture, and Housing and Communal Services, at a press conference for journalists. According to the minister, the country is experiencing a real construction boom.

04.11.2025, 13:34
Ecology

In Bishkek, occasional snow — weather forecast for November 5

The weather in Kyrgyzstan on November 5. According to the data from Kyrgyzhydromet, rain and snow are expected across most of the country on the night of November 4 to 5, especially in mountainous areas where precipitation will be more intense. The heaviest rains may occur in the Chui, Jalal-Abad, and Issyk-Kul regions.

04.11.2025, 13:30
Economy

The Cabinet will require businesses to accept payment only by card.

The government of Kyrgyzstan has announced a new mandatory transition to cashless payments, which will be implemented as part of the tax administration reform. This decision is enshrined in the relevant decree. According to the new rules, all trading and service enterprises in cities are required to accept payments via bank cards and electronic wallets. To comply with this requirement, businesses will need to install POS terminals or connect to online payment systems.

04.11.2025, 13:28