A documentary film from Kyrgyzstan about a woman farmer won an award at an international film festival.

The recently released documentary film "The Rock" by Kyrgyz director Altynai Adamalieva tells the story of Zamira, a woman with three higher education degrees who left city life for work in the countryside. This seventeen-minute film explores Zamira's everyday life, who, despite her high level of education in programming, accounting, and law, chose the path of a livestock herder. Zamira now herds yaks at altitudes of up to 3,500 meters, managing them while riding a horse. She

Trial of the Koi-Tash Events. Bishkek City Court Partially Changed the Verdict

Today, October 23, the Bishkek City Court announced a new verdict in the case related to the events in Koi-Tash. The judicial panel chaired by Leila Baidaeva, which included Adil Esenbaev and Urmat Mamatkerimov, returned from the deliberation room and decided to tighten the sanctions for Irina Karamushkina. She was sentenced to 8 years in a general regime colony with confiscation of property. Meanwhile, the other decisions of the Pervomaisky District Court remained in force. Judge Baidaeva

Chairman of the CEC of the Kyrgyz Republic met with the head of the ODIHR OSCE Observation Mission

Tamash Meserich reported that the observer team has arrived in Kyrgyzstan and is ready to begin its work. Starting next week, 30 long-term observers will join them to monitor the electoral process across all regions of the country. Additionally, the OSCE has sent a request to deploy about 300 short-term observers to work during the elections. Mission representatives expressed interest in participating in the meetings of the Central Election Commission (CEC) and working groups, emphasizing

Another museum was robbed in France

The museum "House of Enlightenment Denis Diderot," located in Langres in the northwest of France, has fallen victim to a robbery. This was reported by Meduza. The incident occurred on the morning of October 20, when museum staff arrived at work and discovered the entrance door had been broken into. Inside, a display case containing gold and silver coins was smashed, and some of the coins were stolen.

It has been announced how much electricity was produced in Kyrgyzstan this year

According to data from the National Statistical Committee, from January to September of this year, Kyrgyzstan produced 11 billion 317 million kilowatt-hours of electricity, which is 11.3% more than in the same period last year, when production amounted to 10 billion 167.3 million kilowatt-hours. It is worth noting that in mid-September, authorities warned citizens about the need for "regulatory measures".

The Ministry of Internal Affairs of Kyrgyzstan has initiated a preliminary investigation against the ex-wife of Dmitry Bivol.

Currently, this incident has been recorded, and appropriate examinations have been appointed, the Ministry of Internal Affairs reported. Recent statements by Ekaterina Bivol on social media about Kyrgyz people have been noted as sharp and provocative. Lawyer Sherdor Abdykaparov shared his opinion that such statements are unacceptable and can contribute to inciting interethnic hostility. He emphasizes that the law should evaluate such actions.

A vacuum has formed. The Federation of Trade Unions on the protection of workers' rights

According to the Labor Code in effect in 2004, it contained 446 articles. However, the new code, which will come into force in 2025, includes only 265 articles, which is 181 articles fewer. This was reported by Zhenish Kazakbaev, head of the Technical and Legal Inspection of the Federation of Trade Unions of Kyrgyzstan, during a broadcast on "Birinchi Radio" regarding the situation that has arisen. According to Kazakbaev, although some articles could have been combined, a

Zonal Training for Healthcare Workers Kicks Off in Kyrgyzstan as Part of the Catch-Up Immunization Campaign

As part of the training, healthcare workers will gain knowledge on how to effectively catch up on missed vaccinations and protect children from diseases. According to information from the Ministry of Health, the training covers more than 1,600 primary healthcare specialists, including immunologists, epidemiologists, and nurses involved in vaccination. The training is taking place in every region of the republic.

FIDE to Investigate Fraud Allegations from Former World Champion Kramnik Against Grandmaster Naroditsky

Daniel Naroditsky, a 29-year-old chess player and popular streamer, has consistently denied accusations from Kramnik. However, during his latest stream on the Twitch platform, he admitted that this situation has negatively affected his mental state. Kramnik, in a conversation with Reuters, declined to comment on Sutovsky's words, stating that he would like to "tell the whole story in full." On the social network X, he also noted that he plans to sue "everyone who makes

Trump stated that he advised India not to go to war with Pakistan

At the event dedicated to the Diwali holiday at the White House, U.S. President Donald Trump made an important statement about a phone conversation with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi. He noted that he advised his Indian counterpart "not to start a war with Pakistan."

In Bishkek, the first stage of the command-staff exercises of the Ministry of Emergency Situations has begun. The readiness of Civil Defense for actions in the event of an earthquake is being tested.

Threat of Extinction: Glacier Melting is Harming the Snow Leopard, Forum Reports

Photo 24.kg. Forum "Business, Ecology, and Sports — Ak-Irbis 2025" In Bishkek, a forum titled "Business, Ecology, and Sports — Ak-Irbis 2025" is taking place, dedicated to the International Snow Leopard Day, celebrated on October 23. This day was established by a resolution of the UN General Assembly at the initiative of the Kyrgyz Republic. The gathering brought together representatives from business, sports organizations, and ecological initiatives to support the

Former Deputy Head of the Jogorku Kenesh Apparatus Arrested for Extortion

During investigative and operational activities, the fact of receiving 200 thousand US dollars by the former deputy head of the apparatus of the Jogorku Kenesh of the Kyrgyz Republic, K.B.Sh., and A.T.N. was recorded. According to the State Committee for National Security (GKNB), the detainees, having established a preliminary conspiracy, took advantage of the trust of one of the businessmen and extorted money, referring to their connections with Kamchybek Tashiev.

In Batken Region, the resettlement of residents from the border village of Dostuk has begun

According to the information, the construction of 181 residential houses has been completed in the new village of Zhany Dostuk. Currently, work is ongoing on road construction, building kindergartens and other social facilities, as well as ensuring water supply and landscaping the area. The representative office also reported that the new houses will be equipped with all necessary amenities. This village is planned to accommodate residents from certain parts of the rural districts of Ak-Tatyr

The Central Election Commission of the Kyrgyz Republic denied K. Zhooshbaev registration as a candidate for the Jogorku Kenesh.

Traffic Police: As a result of the "Training Transport" raid, 1328 violations were identified

In order to enhance road safety and reduce the number of traffic accidents, as well as to regulate the activities of training vehicles in driving schools, the Main Directorate for Road Traffic Safety (GUOBDD) of the Ministry of Internal Affairs conducted an operation called "Training Transport" from October 13 to 19, 2025. As part of this operation, training vehicles were inspected throughout the country, and 1,328 violations were recorded.

The WHO mission to develop a strategy for the prevention of non-communicable diseases has begun its work in Kyrgyzstan.

The mission also includes leading experts in public health, NCD prevention, and digitalization, representing the WHO European Regional Office, the headquarters in Geneva, and regional offices. The main task of the visit is to support the development and implementation of the National Strategy for the Prevention of Non-Communicable Diseases, with an emphasis on strengthening the health of the population and integrating preventive measures into primary health care (PHC).

In the city of Osh, it was proposed to create an Association of Scientists, Engineers, and Entrepreneurs of the Eurasian Economic Union.

The Osh State University will establish an Association of Scientists, Engineers, and Entrepreneurs from the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU), named the "Center for Innovative Technologies." This initiative was proposed by the rector of OshSU, Kudaiberdy Kozhobekov, on October 22 during the Eurasian Industry Forum taking place at the university, and it received support from the participants of the event.

In Almaty, earthquake warning systems were activated due to an earthquake that occurred in Kyrgyzstan.

According to information from seismologists, tremors were not detected in Almaty; however, the national alert system was activated. Residents of the city received notifications on their mobile phones, and an audio warning was issued advising them to go outside and find shelter in a safe place. It is worth noting that a month ago, residents of Almaty also received messages about an earthquake. The Department of Emergency Situations explained the mass distribution as "testing of the Mass

Temir Bikboev won a silver medal in pencak silat

At the III Asian Youth Games in Manama (Bahrain), Kyrgyzstani Temir Bikboev won a silver medal in the discipline of pencak silat. As reported by the State Agency for Physical Culture, Bikboev competed in the weight category from 59 to 63 kg.

Elections of the Deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh: 407 Citizens Have Already Submitted Applications

The EU has approved the 19th sanctions package against Russia. It will affect gas, cryptocurrency, and Central Asian banks.

At the summit held in Brussels, the leaders of the European Union countries approved the 19th package of sanctions against Russia. This package has already been published and is in effect. Recently, EU ambassadors agreed on the new package of sanctions, rejecting objections from Austria, Hungary, and Slovakia.

Results of Kyrgyzstani Athletes on the Second Day of the Youth World Wrestling Championship in Greco-Roman Style

In Serbia, in the city of Novi Sad, the youth world wrestling championship for athletes under 23 years old continues. On October 21, the first four sets of medals in Greco-Roman wrestling were contested, and the finalists in four other weight categories were determined. On this day, six wrestlers from Kyrgyzstan took to the mat.

Death of 18-Year-Old Girl Who Fell from Ride: Man Detained

In the Alisher Navoi Park in the city of Osh, a tragedy occurred: about a month ago, a girl died after falling from a ride. According to information from our sources, a 30-year-old man has been detained in connection with her death.

The Economy of Kyrgyzstan Will Grow Faster than All Central Asian Countries, but the Risks Are Too High

The IMF has presented its growth forecast for economies around the world, including the Middle East and Central Asia region. Overall, despite trade tensions and conflicts, the region demonstrates stability, although potential risks may affect the current situation. The Director of the IMF's Middle East and Central Asia Department, Jihad Azour, noted that economic growth has exceeded expectations, and the negative impact of high U.S. tariffs and geopolitical conflicts has proven to be

The President of Uzbekistan will visit Brussels on an official trip on October 23-24.

Shavkat Mirziyoyev - President of Uzbekistan // Website of the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan During the visit, bilateral meetings are planned with Ursula von der Leyen, President of the European Commission, as well as with Antonio Costa, President of the European Council. One of the key topics will be the implementation of agreements reached at the "Central Asia - European Union" summit in Samarkand in April.

World Championship (U-23): Today, 6 Kyrgyzstani athletes will compete. Pairing lineup

In Serbia, in Novi Sad, the youth world championship in wrestling for athletes under 23 years old has started. The second day of the competition, October 20, will be an important moment as the first four sets of medals in Greco-Roman wrestling will be contested. Kuttubek Abdurazak will compete for the bronze medal in the 63 kg category.

The Ministry of Defense of Kazakhstan confirmed the explosion of an unidentified drone in the west of the country

The agency's message states that "the debris was found in a remote area, away from populated places. No casualties or damage have been reported." Currently, the Ministry, along with other authorized bodies, is investigating the causes of the incident and the origin of the drone.

World Championship (U-23): Yryskeldi Khamzaev advanced to the quarterfinals, defeating his opponent early

At the World Youth Championship in Greco-Roman wrestling taking place in Serbia, Kyrgyz wrestler Yryskeldi Khamzaev confidently advanced to the quarterfinals. The competition is held in the weight category up to 72 kg, where the athlete began his performance from the round of 16.

The Kyrgyzstan national team finished without medals at the Youth World Championship in Serbia

The Kyrgyzstan national team in Greco-Roman wrestling was unable to win any medals at the youth world championship in Serbia. The competitions took place from October 20 to 22 in Novi Sad and were intended for athletes aged 23 and under.

The first republican competition "Zharatman Manaschi" has concluded in Kyrgyzstan

From October 18 to 22, the first republican competition 'Zharatman Manaschy' took place at the Kyrgyz National Theater 'Manas', dedicated to the popularization and development of the epic 'Manas'.

The authorities of the city of Osh showcased the progress of the construction of the "Kelechek" market.

The active construction of a new market called "Kelechek" is underway in Osh. According to information provided by the press service of the city administration, the project covers an area of 5 hectares. This complex will serve as a venue for traders who previously worked at the "Kelechek," "Boston," and fruit and vegetable markets. The project plans to create over 1,300 trading spots, as well as jewelry and exchange points, sanitary facilities, a cafeteria, and

Revealed: An Emergency Way to Shut Down a Frozen Windows

As journalists note, this method should not be used on a regular basis — it is intended solely for emergency situations when the system does not respond to other commands. Using this shutdown method will result in the loss of all unsaved data without the possibility of recovery. This reboot method is especially relevant when your computer does not respond to any actions except for the Ctrl, Alt, and Del key combination, clarifies editor Cesar Cadenas.

In Australia, a river with crocodiles approved for competitions at the 2032 Olympics

Fitzroy, a river in Australia where crocodiles inhabit, has been officially approved for hosting competitions at the 2032 Olympic Games. This decision was made by the national organization responsible for the construction of Olympic facilities, according to information from NSN, citing The Australian. Initially, the Queensland government proposed this river as a venue for Olympic competitions in Brisbane.

Exchange rates in commercial banks of Kyrgyzstan on October 23

Information was gathered from various commercial bank websites. If you have any questions regarding the provided data, it is recommended to contact the respective banks directly. The data is current as of the time of publication. The presented rates pertain to cash currency exchange and may change throughout the day.

A capsule was laid in Naryn region for the construction of a sports complex

On October 23, a solemn ceremony took place in the village of Bayetov, located in the Ak-Talinsky district of the Naryn region, dedicated to the laying of the capsule for the construction of a sports complex. This was reported by the press service of the State Committee for National Security. Kamchybek Tashiev, Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers and head of the State Committee for National Security, who is on a working trip to the Naryn region, participated in the ceremony.

The Kyrgyzstan national team climbed one spot in the FIFA ranking without playing a single match.

As of now, the Kyrgyzstan national football team ranks 105th in the updated FIFA rankings. On October 17, a new ranking was published, based on the results of the qualifying matches for the 2026 World Cup and the 2027 Asian Cup, as well as friendly matches.

Tashiev handed over special equipment to the Ak-Talinsky district

Today, October 23, 2025, a ceremony was held for the delivery of special equipment for the Ak-Talinsky district, attended by the Chairman of the State National Security Committee, Kamchybek Tashiev. The event took place as part of his working trip to the Naryn region and was organized with the support of the Stabilization Fund of the President of the Kyrgyz Republic. The Chief of Staff of the President of the Kyrgyz Republic, K. Tumanbaev, introduced Tashiev to the new special equipment

In Naryn Region, a capsule was laid for the construction of the maternity ward building of the regional hospital.

On October 23, the Deputy Prime Minister and head of the State National Security Committee, Kamchybek Tashiev, laid a capsule symbolizing the beginning of construction of a new maternity ward at the Naryn Regional Unified Hospital. According to the press service of the State National Security Committee, the new ward will have 100 beds and will consist of four floors, including a basement.

Women's Entrepreneurship. The Guarantee Fund issued 440 guarantees

OJSC "Guarantee Fund" provided 440 guarantees totaling 369 million soms, which enabled women entrepreneurs to attract loans amounting to 1.5 billion soms. According to information from the fund's press service, 40% of the total number of guarantees issued were projects initiated by women. The tourism sector was the leader in the volume of guarantees with 90 million soms, while agriculture received 64% of the total volume, and trade accounted for 22%.

Due to repairs, Manas Airport has temporarily restricted vehicle traffic

International Airport "Manas" has announced temporary restrictions on the movement of vehicles due to ongoing repair work. The airport's press service reported that access to the main terminal is temporarily suspended. According to the provided information, vehicles can turn around 500 meters from the main building, near the turn to the cargo terminal.

In the Talas Region, more than thirty cases of death among children under 1 year old have been registered since the beginning of the year: What is the cause of 90% of them?

The regional board in Talas, attended by the leadership of the presidential representative office, discussed a number of important issues. During the meeting, the socio-economic indicators of the region for the first nine months of 2025 were analyzed.

In Kyrgyzstan, a price increase of up to 15% for fuel is forecasted.

According to the State Agency for Antimonopoly Regulation of Kyrgyzstan, prices for fuel and lubricants (F&L) are expected to rise by approximately 15%. The agency is conducting price control measures to prevent unjustified increases, based on an agreement signed in 2023 with major oil traders such as OsOO "Munayprom," OsOO "Alpha Oil," "Rosneft," OsOO "Shnos," and "Partnerneft."

The Turdakun Usubaliev Family Against the Renaming of Kochkor in His Honor

The Turdakun Usubaliev Public Foundation has published an official statement regarding the proposal to rename the village of Kochkor in honor of the outstanding statesman. In a press release issued on October 22, the foundation expressed the opinion that the initiative of the akims of the Kochkor district is based on a sincere intention to preserve the memory of Turdakun Usubaliev. However, the family members disagree with this initiative, pointing out that Usubaliev himself always emphasized

At the Bishkek CHPP, a fire and ammonia leak were simulated

At the CHP of the capital of Kyrgyzstan, exercises were held as part of the Civil Defense Training Plan. Local service employees, as well as units from the Ministry of Emergency Situations and civil defense, participated in them. This information was provided by the press service of the Bishkek mayor's office. The exercises included two scenarios: a fire caused by an earthquake and an ammonia leak.

Russia struck Kyiv, seven people injured

As a result of the attack in the Podil district, fires broke out in three apartment buildings, and cars caught fire in several courtyards. The shockwave damaged windows in residential buildings, a school, and a kindergarten, as well as a business center. Fragments fell near a synagogue, after which the Chief Rabbi of Ukraine, Moshe Asman, posted a video demonstrating the aftermath of the strike on his Facebook page. Additionally, in the Obolon district, the glazing of one of the residential

The father of Akzhol Makhmudov believes that Uluk Karacholokov is unworthy of being the head coach of the Kyrgyzstan national team.

Muhamed Mahmudov, the father of Greco-Roman wrestler Akzhol Mahmudov, expressed his dissatisfaction with the appointment of Ulukbek Karacholokov as the head coach of the Kyrgyzstan national team. He reported this on his social media account. Karacholokov, who is currently serving as the acting head coach, replaced Uran Kalilov. The latter resigned after the World Championship in Croatia.

Revenue to the budget increased manifold after the monopolization of alcohol production

The State Agency for Management of State Property reported that Kyrgyzstan's alcohol products received high marks at international competitions held in Moscow and Minsk. At the international competition "Best Alcohol" in Moscow, ethyl alcohol from Kyrgyzstan was awarded two silver medals, confirming its compliance with global quality standards. Additionally, at the alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages competition "Zalaty Kelik," which took place in Minsk, Belarus,