Yaroslav Ovsyuk named a Bishkek schoolboy his accomplice out of revenge

According to information from a Telegram channel, a schoolboy became a victim of revenge from Yaroslav Ovsyuk. The Bishkek City Police Department managed to identify the young man, and it turned out that he is a citizen of Ukraine, who is wanted by law enforcement agencies in Russia for telephone terrorism. The police also conducted checks in educational institutions and found no real threats. The police also determined who the schoolboy was and established that he is a minor resident of the

Satisfactory. The air quality in Bishkek at 16:00 is 95 AQI <i>(smog map)</i>

According to IQAir, as of 4:00 PM on October 23, 2025, Bishkek recorded an air quality index of 95 AQI. This level is characterized as satisfactory.

Trump is working on creating a "Victory Fund for Ukraine." It will be financed through new tariffs on China.

The police detained hooligans who pelted the Balykchy-Bishkek train with stones.

In the Chuy region, individuals have been identified who threw stones at a passenger train near the village of Ivanovka. This incident occurred on the Balykchi – Bishkek route, according to information provided by the regional police department. On October 14, 2025, at approximately 22:20, unidentified individuals attacked several carriages of the train traveling from Balykchi to Bishkek in the Issyk-Ata district, near the village of Ivanovka. This incident has been recorded, and a criminal

After monitoring by the Ombudsman's Institute, conditions for incarcerated women with children have been improved in Colony No. 2

The Institute of the Ombudsman of the Kyrgyz Republic conducted a review of the rights of incarcerated women with children in the children's home of correctional facility No. 2. During the visit, the institute's staff assessed the living conditions, held discussions with the women and representatives of the administration.

Ministry of Internal Affairs of Kyrgyzstan: The identity of the man who issued threats against schoolchildren has been established

In order to ensure the safety of students and teaching staff, additional police forces have been deployed in schools. Some educational institutions have temporarily switched to remote learning. All reports and appeals from citizens are being processed without delay. The Ministry of Internal Affairs urges citizens not to succumb to panic and to remain calm in this situation.

Premier League: Four referees suspended for 1-2 matches and bonuses reduced

On October 21, a meeting of the Expert Analytical Commission of the Referees Committee of the Kyrgyz Football Union took place in Bishkek. During the meeting, the actions of the referees and other officials involved in the matches of the 23rd round of the Kyrgyz Premier League were analyzed.

In Bishkek, a land plot valued at over 55 million soms has been returned to municipal ownership

The head of the CEC of the Kyrgyz Republic urged citizens intending to run for deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh to submit their documents in advance.

In his address, Tynchtyk Shainazarov emphasized that the timely submission of documents is an important part of the process, not just a formality. This helps to avoid long queues and gives candidates the opportunity to prepare thoroughly for the start of campaigning. Shainazarov also urged not to postpone the submission of documents until the last moment. He noted that the earlier a candidate submits their papers, the greater the chances of addressing any potential shortcomings and obtaining

Georgia fined the Finnish Foreign Minister for participating in a rally

Georgia has decided to impose a fine of 5,000 lari (about €1,600) on the Finnish Minister of Foreign Affairs, according to Politico. Minister Elina Valtonen, who will become the chair of the OSCE in 2025, recorded a video message in support of pro-European actions at the Georgian Parliament.

Unknown individual threatens to harm children in Bishkek. Municipal schools in the capital of Kyrgyzstan have switched to online format.

A scandal has erupted in Bishkek related to threats against schoolchildren. An unknown man released a video on one of the messaging platforms, threatening physical harm to students of local schools. According to information provided by the Bishkek City Police Department, this incident has been registered, and a preliminary investigation has begun.

Attention! There will be no water in part of Bishkek on October 23

On October 23, 2025, the supply of drinking water will be temporarily suspended in some areas of Bishkek. The shutdown will begin at 9:00 AM and last until 10:00 PM, affecting residential houses, educational institutions, kindergartens, medical facilities, and other social and industrial establishments. The restrictions will apply in the area covering Ankara Street, VBCJK, the Alamedin River, railway tracks, and Oktyabrskaya Street.

Social Structure and Development Challenges of Pakistan: 78 Years After Independence

Since gaining independence in 1947, Pakistan has undergone numerous political and social changes. However, issues of continuity in power structures, uneven regional development, and power distribution remain unresolved. Despite the departure of the British Empire, many elements of the colonial administrative and legal system have persisted in the new state model. British bureaucratic, military, and judicial institutions were rethought to function in the context of independent Pakistan;

The Main Internal Affairs Directorate of Chui Region reported details of the cement tank explosion that resulted in fatalities.

As a result of the explosion that occurred at a gas block production facility, two people have died. A preliminary investigation has already been initiated. According to information received on the day of the incident, the explosion occurred at a small gas block manufacturing plant located in the village of Novopokrovka. The deceased workers at the scene of the tragedy were: K.S., born in 1991, and B.A., born in 1964 — they died from their injuries.

The international online seminar "Green Campuses and Environmental Education" took place at KGTU.

On October 23, 2025, an international online seminar dedicated to "Green Campuses and Environmental Education" took place at the Kyrgyz State Technical University named after I. Razakov, organized with the support of the Erasmus+ program. The seminar was opened by Gulnara Isaeva, the national coordinator of the Erasmus+ program in Kyrgyzstan, and the rector of KSTU, Mirlan Chynybaev. They emphasized the importance of environmental education and the creation of sustainable campuses as

Raids Against Scam Centers in Cambodia and Myanmar Free 3,500 People

During operations in Cambodia, five women were detained for assisting criminals in attracting new victims. They were charged with human trafficking, fraud, and murder. Forbidden knowledge of hackers — only for their own. Subscribe to us

Sadyr Japarov expressed condolences to the relatives and friends of those who died as a result of the tragic incidents that occurred in Osh and in the village of Novopokrovka.

Sadyr Japarov, the President of Kyrgyzstan, expressed his condolences to the families affected by the recent tragedies in Osh and the village of Novopokrovka in the Issyk-Ata region. This information was announced by the press secretary of the head of state, Askhat Alagozov. “With great sorrow, I learned about the fire in Osh that claimed the lives of six people — a mother and her five children, as well as the tragedy at the factory in Novopokrovka, where an explosion of a cement tank led to

Customs Inspectors of "SEZ Bishkek" Detained for Bribery

According to reports from the State Committee for National Security (SCNS) of Kyrgyzstan, facts of regular extortion by some employees of the State Customs Service (SCS) from participants in foreign economic activity have been identified. During operational and technical measures conducted by the special services, video recordings were made at the workplaces of officials of the SCS, including customs inspectors at the "SEZ Bishkek" (Ak-Chiy).

In the city of Naryn, a freestyle wrestling hall "Munduz Ata" was opened with the participation of Tashiev.

In Naryn, a ceremony was held to open a wrestling hall named "Munduz Ata," which was built at the Specialized Children's and Youth Olympic Reserve School named after Suyunbek Bekmanbetov, located in the "Alma-Bak" park. Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers and Chairman of the State National Security Committee Kamchybek Tashiev participated in this event.

Photo - Snow Leopards, Argali, and a Bear in the "Salkyn-Tör" Nature Park

In the Salkyn-Tör State Nature Park, snow leopards, argalis, ibexes, and bears have been captured on camera traps. The installation of the cameras took place in June as part of a scientific research expedition, as reported by the Ministry of Nature. The goal of this expedition was to study the living and non-living components of the park's natural complex, as well as to account for biological diversity and analyze the state of the ecosystem.

A forum is being held in Bishkek for the Snow Leopard Day

On October 23, an international forum titled "Business, Ecology, and Sports — Ak-Irbis 2025" is taking place in Bishkek, dedicated to the International Snow Leopard Day. The forum is organized by the Ministry of Natural Resources, Ecology, and Technical Supervision with the support of the Global Snow Leopard and Ecosystem Protection Program (GSLEP) secretariat and the United Nations.

Accident at Work. The Rights of Foreign Workers in the KR are Protected

The protection of the rights of foreign workers in Kyrgyzstan is implemented on par with the rights of the country's citizens. This information was announced on the air of "Birinchi Radio" by Azizbek Alihanov, head of the department for labor issues of certain categories of workers at the State Labor Inspection and Supervision Service. Alihanov noted that according to the Constitution, all workers, regardless of their citizenship, have equal rights. "Foreign citizens have

October 24: Where in Bishkek and the regions the power will be turned off

In the capital and some regions, power outages are expected, as reported by local electric companies. 1 Bishkek From 9:00 to 18:00 — Chingiz Aitmatov Avenue, house 80, Tash-Kumyrskaya Street (houses 2/1, 2/2, 6, 8), residential area "Zhenish," Troitskaya, Lumumba Streets, as well as the village of Nizhny Ala-Archa (New, Quiet, Green, Kyrgyz, Logvinenko, Chagaya, Kurmanalieva, Collector, Field, Lugovaya, Frunze, Sunny, Youth, October Streets), Soviet Lane, First of May, Factory

The Government of Kyrgyzstan approved the logo and the procedure for using the national symbol of the country — the snow leopard.

The Government of Kyrgyzstan has confirmed the status of the snow leopard as the national symbol of the country. As part of this resolution, signed by Prime Minister Adylbek Kasymaliev, an official logo for this animal will also be established along with the rules for its use. This decision was made in accordance with the Decree of the President of the Kyrgyz Republic No. 369 dated December 29, 2023, aimed at preserving and promoting symbols that reflect the cultural and natural heritage of

Test Voting is Taking Place at All Polling Stations in Kyrgyzstan

Today, October 20, a test vote is taking place at all polling stations in Kyrgyzstan. In the capital, three locations for remote voting have been opened, located at the Dordoi market (Alkan bazaars), in Asia Mall, and in Dordoi Plaza.

EU Sanctions Against Russia: Banks of Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan End Up on the List

The 19th package of sanctions against Russia was recently approved by the European Union and published in the official EU journal. According to the new restrictions, they apply not only to Russian companies and banks but also affect businesses from Central Asia, China, India, and Thailand.

On the Sale of Utemuratov's Business to the Chinese, Pakistani Kazakhs, and the Islamic System in Banks (Overview of Kazakh Media)

The discussion presents a case where the Deputy Chairman of the Board of Kazakhstan Temir Zholy, Daiyr Kosherov, refused to speak in the state language, stating that he is more comfortable speaking in Russian. This incident is commented on by the portal Abai.kz, which points to the sad consequences of such practices for the status of the Kazakh language. It is also discussed that such actions by officials exacerbate the language problem in the country. The author notes that many perceive the

In Bishkek, the second stage of the Design Code regulation begins

In Bishkek, the main architectural inspection, operating within the Department of Urban Planning and Architecture of the Ministry of Construction, Architecture, and Housing and Communal Services of Kyrgyzstan, has begun checking the facades of apartment buildings. This initiative is being carried out in accordance with the "Design Code of the city of Bishkek." The second phase of the implementation of the Design Code is now starting. During this phase, it is planned to systematize:

A new building of the district electric grid enterprise has been opened in Naryn

On October 23, a ceremonial opening of the new building of the district electric network enterprise took place in Naryn. The Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers, Kamchybek Tashiev, attended the ceremony, as reported by the press service of the State Committee for National Security (GKNB). The new facility, located in the city center, was built in accordance with modern architectural requirements. Its area is 919 square meters, and the building has three floors, fully equipped with all

Muslim Necropolis of the 13th–14th Centuries Discovered in Lake Issyk-Kul

In this area, there used to be a settlement, but a powerful earthquake submerged it underwater, as reported by media sources. Recent findings are the result of an international underwater archaeological expedition conducted in the northwestern part of Lake Issyk-Kul in Kyrgyzstan.

Guide to Tashkent for Fans

Football in Tashkent is not just a game; it's a part of everyday life. On the streets of the city, you can see children with balls, dressed in uniforms and cleats, and sometimes even with referees. Their serious games resemble adult matches. In public transport, it quickly becomes clear who is a fan of whom. If someone is wearing a "Pakhtakor" jersey, it's a sign to start a conversation about football. Uzbeks can discuss the latest matches and transfers for hours,

The international forum "Business, Ecology, and Sports - Ak-Irbis 2025" is taking place in Bishkek. Photo

On October 23, the forum "Business, Ecology, and Sports — Ak-Irbis 2025" was launched in Bishkek, dedicated to the International Snow Leopard Day, which is celebrated on October 23 by the decision of the United Nations General Assembly. According to the press service of the Ministry of Nature, this event has become an important platform for cooperation among representatives of business, sports organizations, government structures, and ecological initiatives.

Kyrgyzstan Increased Imports of Water, Sugary Drinks, and Soft Drinks by Nearly One and a Half Times

According to data from the National Statistics Committee, from January to August of this year, Kyrgyzstan increased the import of these goods by 43.2% compared to the same period last year. The total volume of imported carbonated beverages amounted to 183 million 49.8 thousand liters, while during the same period last year, 127 million 779.6 thousand liters were imported.

It's not a coincidence! Why birds most often poop on cars of a certain color

It turns out that birds do not act randomly when choosing their targets. A survey showed that certain car colors are significantly more likely to attract their attention. In first place are brown cars, followed by red and black ones. At the same time, white and silver cars are attacked less frequently. Scientists suggest that lighter shades serve as a kind of protection: they make it harder for birds to aim. Additionally, the shiny surfaces of hoods and mirrors can reflect images of birds,

Satisfactory. The air quality in Bishkek at 11:00 is 90 AQI <i>(smog map)</i>

As of October 23, 2025, at 11:00, the air quality index in Bishkek is 90 AQI. This value is classified as satisfactory.

Kazakhstan Wants to Become the Transit Hub of Eurasia. What Obstacles Are in the Way?

The second line of the Dostyk — Moyinty railway has been opened in Kazakhstan. The country's president noted that this route is an "important infrastructure project" that will help Kazakhstan become a key transit hub in Eurasia. However, behind the statements about strategic successes lie significant financial, logistical, and geopolitical problems, azattyq.org notes. “HISTORICAL MOMENT”

The Case of the Koy-Tash Events. The City Court Tightens the Sentence for Irina Karamushkina

At the meeting of the Bishkek City Court regarding the events in Koi-Tash, a decision was made to tighten the punishment for Irina Karamushkina, who will now serve eight years in a penal colony. Meanwhile, other participants in the case remained under their previous sentences. A total of 20 people are accused in this case.

The European Union approved the 19th sanctions package against Russia: the list includes companies from the Kyrgyz Republic

According to a statement by Kaia Kallas, head of European diplomacy, the European Union has approved a new, 19th package of sanctions against Russia. As part of this package, the restrictions apply not only to Russian companies and banks but also to businesses from Central Asia, India, China, and Thailand.

ISIS recruited a Kyrgyzstani through Telegram. He was detained by the GKNB.

In addition, A.Ch.K. actively used social networks to disseminate video materials related to the symbolism of ISIS. During a search of his residence, extremist literature, an ISIS flag, and a traumatic pistol without the necessary documents were found. In connection with the above, a criminal case has been initiated against A.Ch.K. under Article 255 of the Criminal Code of the Kyrgyz Republic. At the moment, the detainee has been placed in pre-trial detention center No. 27, located in Karakol,

Camera Traps in the "Salkyn-Tor" Park: Which Wild Animals Were Captured on Camera

In the Naryn region, employees of the state natural park "Salkyn-Tor" conducted a scientific research expedition, during which camera traps were set up in June 2025. As a result of the cameras' work, many wild animals were captured, as reported by the Ministry of Natural Resources, Ecology, and Technical Supervision. According to the provided information, the main task of the expedition was to observe natural components, as well as to account for biological diversity and assess

The creator of ChatGPT, OpenAI, releases a browser in an attempt to compete with Google.

Atlas is being introduced at a time when OpenAI is actively seeking new ways to monetize its developments in artificial intelligence and aims to capitalize on the growing user audience. Among the new features, Atlas will include a paid agent mode that will be able to independently perform search queries for ChatGPT users. This option will only be available to subscribers of the paid plan. The agent mode will leverage the chatbot's capabilities for "enhancements that make it faster

What are the differences between the elites of Nazarbayev and Tokayev?

For many years, especially during Nazarbayev's rule, the authorities were criticized for rotating the same personnel. Now, however, there have been significant changes in Kazakhstan's managerial elite. But can we claim that the quality of governance has improved? There is an opinion that more businessmen and representatives from the production sector should be involved in public administration. But are they ready for this? These questions were answered by Mayra Salikova, a researcher

Oil Traders: There Are Fuel Reserves in Kyrgyzstan, No Threat of Shortage

According to information provided by the president of the Association of Oil Traders, Kanat Eshatov, in an interview with the Kabar agency, sufficient reserves of gasoline and diesel fuel have been formed in Kyrgyzstan. These reserves will help mitigate temporary supply disruptions and prevent shortages. He noted that recently the volume of oil product supplies to the country has decreased due to scheduled and emergency repairs at some Russian oil refineries, which are the main suppliers.

Translation of Business to Uzbekistan: What the Kazakhstan Tax Reform Leads To

The expected tax reform in Kazakhstan evokes negative feelings among the population, especially among those who are not officials. The publication Caravan.kz shares citizens' opinions on the negative consequences and how changes in the tax system are already affecting the country. This project has become one of the most discussed on the "Open PNA" portal, where it is almost impossible to find support for the proposed amendments among the comments.

Preparation for Winter in Bishkek and New Special Vehicles: "Tazalyk" Reports on Completed Work

At the meeting, the mayor emphasized the importance of being prepared for snowfalls and initiated the creation of local bases for the municipal enterprises "Tazalyk" and "Bishkekzelenstroy". This will allow for an effective response to requests and optimize the operation of special equipment in challenging weather conditions. According to the mayor, it is necessary to establish salt spreading in the areas annexed to the city to ensure uniform readiness of all territories

The Minister of Foreign Affairs of Kyrgyzstan and the U.S. Ambassador discussed economic cooperation and visa issues

Key issues regarding cooperation between Kyrgyzstan and the USA, as well as interaction within the C5+1 format, were discussed at the meeting. According to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic, Minister Kulubaev emphasized that Kyrgyzstan prioritizes the further development of political dialogue with the USA, as well as deepening economic and investment ties.

Kyrgyzstani Erlan Sherov became the bronze medalist of the European Judo Cup

Erlan Sherov, representing Kyrgyzstan, won a bronze medal at the European Judo Cup. The ranking European Cup took place in Malaga, Spain, with over 300 of the strongest judokas participating. Kyrgyzstan was represented at the tournament by Erlan Sherov (up to 90 kg) and Erbol Abasbekov (up to 66 kg).

The EDB has once again improved the forecast for Kyrgyzstan's economic growth in 2025.

According to the EFSR forecasts, by the end of 2025, the gross domestic product of Kyrgyzstan will grow by 9%. This information is contained in the fund's review. The reason for the improved forecast is the active development of the construction sector, which is showing significant growth due to increased investment activity in industry and the expansion of housing construction under the "My Home" program.