A Personal Exhibition of Boobek Arykov Will Take Place in Bishkek

At the Kyrgyz National Museum of Fine Arts named after G. Aitiev, an exhibition titled "Return to the Roots" dedicated to the artist Boobek Arykov has been announced. Boobek Arykov, a laureate of the S. Chokmorov Award, as well as the awards of Ch. Aitmatov and Abai Kunanbaev, has been serving as a senior lecturer at the I. Razakov Kyrgyz Technical University since 1998. He is a monumental sculptor, painter, and graphic artist who continues to develop the traditions of modern

The Ministry of Health of Kyrgyzstan reported the necessity of licensing the retail sale of medical devices

According to the new legislation, to carry out the retail sale of medical devices such as glasses, contact lenses, and hearing aids, it is necessary to have the appropriate license. The Cabinet of Ministers' resolution dated December 14, 2023, specifically paragraph 175 of chapter 25, states that the retail sale of medical devices is a licensed activity.

Tobacco Production is Growing in Kyrgyzstan

According to the data from the National Statistical Committee, from January to September of this year, tobacco products worth 25 million 684.7 thousand soms were produced in Kyrgyzstan, which is equivalent to 0.3 million US dollars. This figure is twice the production volume for the same period last year.

A resident of Barskoon had a yak stolen worth 600,000 soms: Five arrested

In Jeti-Oguz, suspects have been detained in connection with the theft of yaks, reported the press service of the Internal Affairs Department of the Issyk-Kul region. According to their information, on October 24, the Internal Affairs Department of the Jeti-Oguz district received operational information that unknown individuals were committing theft of yaks in the Syrtovaya valley of the district.

What Will the First Days of November Be Like? Weather Forecast for Bishkek and Kyrgyzstan

Bishkek October 29, Wednesday At night, the temperature will be +8...+10 °C, rain is expected.

Failure to pay alimony for more than 12 months may result in imprisonment

The Deputy Head of the Bailiff Service under the Prosecutor General's Office, Kubanychbek Kapalov, stated on the air of "Birinchi Radio" that for non-payment of alimony, an arrest of up to 7 days may be imposed. If the debt exceeds 12 months, this becomes grounds for initiating a case against the debtor. Kapalov also noted that on June 23, 2025, a presidential decree was issued aimed at increasing responsibility for evading alimony payments. This document contains amendments to

In the capital, they plan to create a commuter train on the route Kara-Balta—Bishkek—Kemin

In the new master plan for the capital of Kyrgyzstan, Bishkek, the use of a railway line is planned to launch a city electric train that will connect cities such as Kara-Balta, Bishkek, and Kemin. This was reported on October 27 during an interview with Aziret Akimov, the first deputy director of "Bishkekglavarkhitektura," at the AKIpress agency. Akimov noted that Bishkek cannot be viewed in isolation from the surrounding settlements — Kant, Sokuluk, Kara-Balta, and Tokmok — which

Amazon plans to cut up to 30,000 jobs

According to information provided by Reuters and reported by the Kazinform agency, Amazon is preparing for a significant reduction in its corporate workforce, affecting about 10% of employees. This decision is a result of the need to optimize costs following a period of rapid employee growth during the pandemic. According to the latest data, Amazon's current corporate workforce numbers approximately 350,000 people. As a result of the upcoming layoffs, which will be the largest since the

The cost of construction and the location of the new NBKR building's storage facilities are not disclosed, - Deputy Chairman Attokurov

On October 28, the solemn opening of the new building of the National Bank of the Kyrgyz Republic took place in Bishkek, attended by President Sadyr Japarov. Now the National Bank is located at: Kalyk Akiev Street, 89. The construction of the building took two years, and its area is 22,240 square meters. The complex consists of ten different blocks and is designed to accommodate 300 employees.

A competition has been announced for the design of equipment for the VI World Nomad Games

The National Directorate of Sports under the State Agency for Physical Culture and Sports has announced the start of a competition for the design of parade uniforms for the opening ceremony of the VI World Nomad Games. In the agency, it was noted that designers, fashion designers, costume artists, and creative teams with unique concepts can participate in the competition.

Will the fare in Karakol increase? Residents discuss a tariff hike of 5 soms.

In Karakol, the increase in transportation fares is being discussed, which has already become a topic for public hearings, as reported by Turmush correspondent. So far, discussions have taken place in four out of the seven districts of the city, while the remaining districts are scheduled for today and tomorrow.

In the rural district of Shumkar-Uya in the Talas region, the harvest festival was celebrated

In the rural district of Shumkar-Uya, located in the Talas region, a traditional harvest festival took place, gathering local residents. The festive events included sports competitions, and to encourage participants, 200,000 soms were allocated from the local budget for prizes.

In Tokmak, a fraudster "healer" was detained

A fraudster posing as a healer has been detained In Tokmak, law enforcement authorities have detained a woman who deceived citizens by pretending to be a healer.

The Bishkek Court recognized the materials of Temirov Live, Kloop.kg, and "Ait Ait Dese" as extremist.

According to the stated decision, the information posted on the resources Temirov Live, Kloop.kg, and "Ait Ait Dese" was recognized as extremist. The court ruling also covers the activities of Bolot Temirov and Rinat Tukhvatshin, and the prosecutor's office fully satisfied its demands, as reported by Sputnik. According to the court's decision, the activities of the mentioned media projects on the internet were banned. The enforcement of this decision has been entrusted to

Mother put her 12-year-old son behind the wheel, and responded to the remark with rudeness.

On October 28, the press service of the UPSM reported a new case where a minor was driving a car. On October 20, a video appeared on social media in Kyrgyzstan showing a boy driving a Hyundai Palisade. After the car was stopped, a woman with another child got out and asked the person recording: "What's wrong with you?". Then she herself took the wheel.

In Kadamdzhai, an oil production station is on fire

Four fire crews are working on site In the Batken region, in the village of Burgondu, a fire broke out at an oil extraction station. This was reported by the Ministry of Emergency Situations (MES).

Sadyr Japarov opened a new building of the National Bank in Bishkek

In his speech at the ceremony, the president noted that the opening of the new building marks the beginning of a new chapter in the financial history of Kyrgyzstan. He emphasized the importance of the National Bank as a symbol of statehood, which played a key role in forming the monetary and credit system after gaining sovereignty in 1991. Sadyr Japarov pointed out that May 10, 1993, was a landmark moment: it was on this day that the national currency, the som, was introduced, marking the

Scooters in Kyrgyzstan: in 70% of cases – transportation, not entertainment

Yandex Go specialists conducted a study that showed that scooters in Kyrgyzstan are mainly used for transportation. The first rides are usually recreational, but after the first two times, more than 70% of users switch to regular trips. The average duration of a ride, both during the day and at night, is 11 minutes.

A Bishkek resident reported that she was beaten on the street by an unknown man

“He hit me in the face several times, and I flew back” A resident of Bishkek shared on social media how a stranger assaulted her during the day on the street. This incident occurred on October 27 at 11:40 in a parking lot on Turusbekov and Pushkin streets.

Salaries in Education Are Growing Slower Than in Other Sectors

According to the latest data from the National Statistics Committee, the average nominal salary in Kyrgyzstan from January to August 2025 was 42,648 soms, which corresponds to a growth of 19.6% compared to the previous year. The highest salary growth is observed in sectors such as real estate operations, where the increase was 38.9% (up to 41,953 soms), construction with a growth of 36.8% (up to 52,132 soms), and administrative activities with an increase of 30% (up to 41,429 soms).

Elections to the Jogorku Kenesh: How Many Women Are Running? Part II

Citizens wishing to participate in the upcoming early elections for deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh can submit their applications to the Central Commission for Elections and Referendums. These elections are scheduled for November 30. A total of 30 districts have been allocated, and the lists of candidates are being constantly updated. The deadline for candidate nominations is set for October 30.

The killer of former Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe has confessed to guilt.

Tetsuya Yamagami At the court hearing, Yamagami stated: “It’s all true. There is no doubt that I did this.” The preparation for the trial lasted more than three years, which was related to the need to undergo a psychiatric evaluation, which concluded that he was fit to stand trial. The pre-trial hearings were also prolonged, particularly due to an incident where a suspicious box was found in the courtroom. Inside were sheets with signatures calling for leniency in Yamagami's sentence. The

In Bishkek and the Chui Region, the sale of coal in bags should not exceed 250 soms – "Kyrgyzkomur"

The Cabinet has postponed the agricultural census to next year

“The decision was made to ensure high-quality data collection” The Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic has postponed the agricultural census, which will now take place from March 20 to April 10, 2026.

In the village of Petrovka, the "Golden Autumn" was celebrated for the first time in the new kindergarten.

In the village of Petrovka, located in the ayil aimak of Tört-Gül in the Moscow district of Chui region, the first "Golden Autumn" festival was held at the kindergarten, as reported by Turmush correspondent. The kindergarten "Aruuzat-Petrovka" was opened in December 2024. Local specialists and parents attended the celebration, which was the first in the history of this institution.

A resident of the village of Barskoon had three yaks stolen, and the animals were shot before the theft.

Suspects in the theft of yaks detained In the Issyk-Kul region, in the Jeti-Oguz district, individuals suspected of stealing yaks have been detained. This was reported by the press service of the local police department.

A new National Bank building capable of storing up to a thousand tons of gold has opened in Bishkek

“Now we can serve and store not only our own gold but also the gold of foreign clients” Recently, a ceremonial opening of the new building of the National Bank of Kyrgyzstan took place in Bishkek, attended by the country's president, Sadyr Japarov.

In Batken, the construction of residential houses in the village of Zhany-Dostuk has been completed.

In the village of Zhany-Dostuk, located in Batken, there is active monitoring of the construction work. According to the Ministry of Construction, important social facilities are being built in this locality for residents who were relocated as a result of the delimitation of the Kyrgyz-Tajik border. Ministry employees conduct field inspections to monitor compliance with construction norms and standards during the construction of these facilities.

In Chuy Region, a fraudulent healer has been detained

On October 28, the press service of the Main Internal Affairs Directorate of the Chui Region reported the detention of a suspect in fraudulent activities. A blogger from Kyrgyzstan accused a resident of Tokmok on the Instagram platform of deceiving citizens: she promised treatment in the "Kyrgyz national style," but instead of providing help, she took money by arranging loans in the names of citizens and embezzling the funds.

AFC Challenge League: "Abdysh-Ata" lost their second match in a row

In the group stage of the AFC Challenge Cup, "Abdysh-Ata" from Kyrgyzstan suffered its second consecutive defeat. On October 28 in Bhutan, as part of the second round of Group A, the team from Kant faced the Omani club "Al-Shabab".

The revenues of the republican budget have sharply increased

According to information provided by the Ministry of Finance, from January to September of the current year, the revenues of the republican budget of Kyrgyzstan increased by 41.2% compared to the same period last year. Last year, during the same period, budget revenues amounted to 304 billion 316.3 million soms, while this year they reached 429 billion 742.5 million soms.

A Job Fair for the Unemployed Took Place in the Alai District

In the Alay district, a job fair was held aimed at helping unemployed citizens find work, reports Turmush correspondent. The event was organized by the local department of labor, social protection, and migration. The fair featured job vacancies from various sectors, including education, healthcare, services, and industry. Citizens who attended the event had the opportunity to choose suitable employment options based on their specialties. Several key speakers addressed the fair, including Batina

Revolution Begins in Cameroon After President's Reelection for Eighth Term

Photo from the internet Protests have swept across Cameroon following the announcement of the victory of incumbent President Paul Biya in the elections. The 92-year-old leader, who has been in power since 1982, received 53.66% of the votes, marking his eighth term, according to information published by "Kommersant". As the world's oldest serving president, Paul Biya faces criticism not only for his decision to run but also for alleged election manipulation. His opponent, Maurice

Warrant Officer Stole Food Intended for Soldiers and Sold It

The arrest took place at the crime scene During a joint operation conducted by the Military Prosecutor's Office of the Kyrgyz Republic and the Main Department of Criminal Investigation of the Ministry of Internal Affairs, it was revealed that the head of the food warehouse in one of the military units, warrant officer S.K.A., was regularly embezzling food products intended for soldiers. These products included sausages, pasta, rice, salt, sugar, oil, and other goods, which he then

The warrant officer was accused of embezzling and selling food supplies for military personnel.

According to information provided by the press service of the General Prosecutor's Office, warrant officer S. K. A., who held the position of head of the food warehouse in one of the military units, was accused of embezzling food products intended for military personnel. The investigation revealed that the suspect regularly appropriated items such as sausages, pasta, rice, salt, sugar, oil, and others, which he then sold on the market at significantly reduced prices. The warrant officer

The first layer of asphalt has been laid on the Bishkek—Kant—Tokmok highway.

The Ministry of Transport and Communications reported that the first layer of asphalt has been successfully laid on the Bishkek—Kant—Tokmok highway, and this section has already been put into operation. As clarified by the department, temporary road markings have been applied on the updated section, allowing for two-way traffic organization.

"Altyn Alliance" has transferred over 10 billion soms in taxes to the KR budget for the first time in just 9 months

Since the beginning of the development of the "Djerui" deposit, the total amount of payments made by the company exceeds 34.8 billion soms.

Master Plan 2050. The Bishkek City Hall is accepting suggestions and comments from residents

The Bishkek city administration has begun collecting proposals and comments on the draft general plan for the development of the capital until 2050. Currently, the key aspects of the general plan project have been published on the official website of the city administration.

The Secretary General of TurkPA, Ramil Hasan, has arrived in Bishkek on an official visit.

Negotiations were held by Zheenbek Kulubaev Today, the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic, Zheenbek Kulubaev, met with Ramil Hasan, the new Secretary General of the Parliamentary Assembly of Turkic States (TurkPA), who arrived in Bishkek on an official visit.

Veteran of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic Kemelbek Kiyazov took third place in the international marathon

The traditional Turkistan Marathon took place in Kazakhstan At the international Turkistan Marathon in Kazakhstan, retired Major General of Police Kemelbek Kiyazov took third place. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Kyrgyzstan.

In the city of Kara-Kul, multi-storey mortgage houses will be built

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The State Duma adopted a law on year-round conscription into the Russian army.

Illustrative photo In accordance with the new regulations, military commissariats will conduct medical examinations of conscripts, as well as carry out psychological selection and meetings of the draft commission throughout the year. The dispatch of conscripts for service will occur, as before, twice a year — from April 1 to July 15 and from October 1 to December 31. According to the adopted law, summonses to conscripts will be sent at any time during the year, without being tied to specific

On October 29, the power will be turned off in parts of Bishkek (list of streets)

On Wednesday, October 29, the Bishkek Electric Networks Enterprise announced scheduled power outages in several areas of the city. This information is available on the official resources of the distribution company. The reason for the outages is maintenance work on the electrical networks.

In Bishkek, a pharmacy was discovered that was involved in the smuggling and sale of psychotropic and potent medications.

According to information provided by the press service of the Drug Control Service of the Ministry of Internal Affairs, on October 28, a channel for the sale of psychotropic and potent medications was shut down in Bishkek. The investigation believes that a pharmacist from the pharmacy chain "Mir i Nur," K.Z.N., born in 1979, had been involved in the smuggling and sale of these prohibited substances in Bishkek for a long time.

In Jeti-Oguz, suspects in the theft of three yaks have been detained

In the Issyk-Kul region, in the Jeti-Oguz district, an operation was conducted to detain suspects related to the theft of yaks, as reported by the press service of the local police department. The incident occurred on October 24, when a resident of the village of Barskoon, born in 1987, named A.K., contacted the police. She reported that in the area of the "Kaz uya" pasture in the "Karakolka" valley, five unknown individuals shot three of her yaks. A.K.'s attempt to

In Chuy Region, a car hooligan was detained. He ran over a police officer, escaped from the impound lot, and collided with another vehicle.

When the car was being delivered to the impound lot, the driver managed to escape. During the getaway, he drove onto the bypass road Bishkek-Naryn-Torugart, where, ignoring the demands of law enforcement, he collided with a Mitsubishi Pajero at the 90th kilometer and knocked down a patrol police officer, causing him injuries. At the moment, the incident has been registered, and a criminal case has been initiated under Article 280 of the Criminal Code of the Kyrgyz Republic (Hooliganism).

In Bishkek, fines totaling 3.4 million soms were imposed in a week for violations of landscaping regulations

The Municipal Inspection of Bishkek conducted 51 raids and organized 31 duty shifts from October 20 to 26 to promptly respond to violations of the city's beautification rules. According to information provided by the inspection, a survey was conducted of 851 business entities of various forms of ownership. As a result of this work, 507 protocols were drawn up, and the total amount of fines reached 3 million 419 thousand soms, in accordance with the Code of Offenses. In response to 91

In Batken, the cinema has reopened after reconstruction

$1.5 million allocated for the renovation of six cinemas in the regions by the Russian-Kyrgyz Development Fund In Batken, a solemn opening of the renovated cinema "Batken Kino" took place, marking an important step in a large-scale project aimed at enhancing cultural activity in the regions. This initiative, implemented by LLC "Atlant Cinema" with the support of the Russian-Kyrgyz Development Fund (RKDF), was launched under the direct instruction of the President of the