Erzhan Babakumarov. Photo courtesy of the press service of the Prime Minister of Kazakhstan. According to Orda.kz, citing the Astana police, Erzhan Babakumarov, who was 56 years old, died as a result of a fight. Preliminary reports indicate that a conflict arose between him and his 36-year-old acquaintance, leading to a verbal altercation. During the confrontation, Babakumarov sustained injuries that turned out to be fatal. The police have already initiated a criminal case for murder.
The match, which attracted the attention of many fans, lived up to all expectations. In the first half, Al-Ittihad player Benzema opened the scoring by converting a penalty. Despite Al-Nassr controlling the game, in the second half, Romarinho increased his team's lead.
The start of the match was promising for "Abdysh-Ata": already in the 9th minute, forward Artem Belyi opened the scoring with a long-range shot, putting his team ahead. However, the end of the first half created tension for the Kant team. Goalkeeper Sultan Chomoev failed to reliably clear the ball after a set piece, and Majid Al-Saladi took advantage of the situation, equalizing the score in the 44th minute.
Gulzat Abdinasirova, who previously held the position of chairperson of the Ton District Court in the Issyk-Kul region, made a public statement regarding the decision of the Bishkek City Court in her case. She also addressed high-ranking officials, including President Sadyr Japarov, Chairman of the State Committee for National Security Kamchybek Tashiev, and Chairman of the Supreme Court Mederbek Satyyev. Recall that Abdinasirova was arrested on September 27, 2024, on suspicion of corruption.
According to information from the press service of the Main Internal Affairs Directorate of the capital, on October 21, 2025, Ekaterina Bivol, known for her public activities, made unacceptable statements that insulted the Kyrgyz people.
On the evening of October 25, a wedding took place at the "Ala-Archa" residence for Danadil Japarov, the nephew of President Sadyr Japarov. This information was confirmed by several sources familiar with the situation in political circles, reports Kaktus.media. According to the data, high-profile officials, representatives of the political elite, businessmen, as well as relatives and friends of the newlyweds attended the event. Guests were prohibited from using mobile phones and other
According to Pentagon spokesman Sean Parnell, these funds are to be used exclusively for paying salaries and benefits to military personnel. This decision contradicts standard practice, as military funding is typically based on budget appropriations approved by Congress, as reported by CNN. Questions have arisen in Congress and among experts regarding the identity of the donor and the reasons for such a significant donation. It is emphasized that the specified amount is insufficient to fully
Tolkunzhan Metinovich Kambarov has been appointed as the acting head of the culture department of the Kadamjai district in the Batken region. Kambarov, who is currently 51 years old, has significant management experience, including the position of mayor of the city of Kadamjai, as well as the head of the Kadamjai district state administration and director of the Abdykadir Orozbekov Museum.
Jeeping Jeeping, or off-road driving in large SUVs, is a favorite activity for real men. Off-roading in mountainous conditions is even more exciting, as the typical impassable mud is combined with a challenging landscape, steep descents, and insurmountable climbs. Winter jeeping is particularly difficult, especially when it comes to snowy mountains. Not everyone knows how to perfectly prepare their vehicle for a winter march through snowy off-road, and this is exactly what we will discuss now.
Photo Hunting in Kyrgyzstan – A Magnificent Vacation Without Harming Nature Kyrgyzstan is a country of stunning mountains, where almost any corner is a complete scene for a photograph. The beautiful landscapes are impressive in themselves, and if you manage to capture a rare animal in your camera lens, the photograph will be extraordinary. The majesty of the mountains, their secrets and mysteries, the treasures of nature – all of this creates unique compositions of beauty, irresistibly
Fishing in the Rivers of Kyrgyzstan In Kyrgyzstan, there are still many untouched places by civilization. For example, fish can still be found in the rivers. Of course, not many people would specifically travel to fish. It’s quite far! But if you are an avid fisherman and have a few free days in this republic, do not deny yourself the pleasure of "casting" a spinning rod or sitting and watching a float. The result will be such that it brings moral satisfaction. I will try to describe
Secret places of the planet. The Kyrgyz are one of the oldest peoples of Central Asia. They created the first union of nomadic tribes in Siberia — the Kyrgyz Khaganate. This name is first mentioned in chronicles in 201 BC as one of the tribes conquered by the Huns, referred to as the kingdom of Gégun, or Jiāng-gūn. The Gyan-gun apparently lived south of the Sayan Mountains, in the territory of present-day Northwest Mongolia near a lake that still bears the name Kyrgyz-nur.
Wakeboarding - An Extreme Sport As the authors of the idea assure, such a park did not exist not only in Kyrgyzstan but also in all of Central Asia. Recently, the well-known "Park of Love" has been divided into two zones: the Western zone for couples in love and the Eastern zone for extremists. The main organizer of the extreme park, Ivan Kozhevnikov, worked for more than three months to make wakeboarding accessible to any resident of Bishkek.
Rafting in Kyrgyzstan for Adventure Tourism Enthusiasts In recent years, active recreation has been gaining increasing popularity worldwide. One of the types of recreation that is rapidly gaining popularity is rafting. So what does the trendy word "rafting" mean? It is one of the forms of adventure tourism, a tourist float down a mountain river on large inflatable rafts, catamarans, or rafts that have good buoyancy, are stable in water, and are suitable for accommodating tourist
Information Note: As a hunting dog, the Taigan is versatile, demonstrating exceptional hunting qualities; it is used as a tracking and hound dog, and is characterized by its ability to work with both game and birds vocally. To this day, the ancient practice of hunting with a golden eagle has been preserved in Kyrgyzstan. The Taigan, possessing understanding and unquestioning obedience, has proven itself well in tandem with this majestic bird. For these qualities, it is especially valued by
Kyrgyzstan, as you know, is a mountainous country with many peaks of varying difficulty. It is also home to 3 peaks that are over 7000 meters high. Therefore, this country is suitable for mountaineering, a very interesting and exciting sport, but at the same time dangerous.
Camping. For road travelers, the hotel "Three Crowns" on Issyk-Kul offers camping facilities. It is equipped with a self-service kitchen and showers. Camp trailers are available for rent for fishing trips and hunting in picturesque locations along the coast and in the mountains of Issyk-Kul.
Sportive Bicycle Tourism. This type of tourism on bicycles was invented back in Soviet times. At that time, awards and medals were given for achievements in this "sport." Therefore, to avoid being unfounded in awarding, standards were established. Upon completing the route, it was only necessary to provide "evidence" of its passage: this could be photographs, telegrams, etc. Everyone understood that such a sport was just a game, but they still played. No one could check
Geographical Information: Lake Kara-Suu is located in the area of the Taktalyk ridge, at the lower reaches of the Kapka-Tash river, at an altitude of 2000m above sea level. The length of the lake is about 6.5 km, width is 1.5 - 2 km, and the average depth of the lake is 90m.
Geographical Reference: In the eastern part of Kyrgyzstan, where the northern and southern arcs of the Tien Shan converge, lies the realm of alpine glaciation. Here, among the highest peaks reaching heights of 6000 meters, lies a mysterious glacial lake that has gained wide fame due to its unique property. Every year it completely drains and seemingly disappears forever, only to be refilled by the meltwaters of the surrounding glaciers.
Geographical information: Chatyr-Kul (Chatyr-Köl) is a closed lake in the Central Tien Shan, Kyrgyzstan. It is located in the Ak-Sai Valley, near the Torugart Pass leading to China. In Kyrgyz, it means "Heavenly Lake."
Geographical information: Lake Ekyrgenkol is located in the Barskoon Gorge, in the Issyk-Kul region, at an altitude of 3640m above sea level. The lake is 3km long, 1km wide, and has a maximum depth of 20m.
Geographical Information: The lake is located in the Naryn region, Ak-Sai valley, on the border with China. It is situated in the upper reaches of the Kuruмduk River, a right tributary of Kak-Kiya, at an altitude of 3500-3600 meters above sea level (exact data is not yet available). The lake is of the dam type, formed by a strong earthquake. According to the map, there is no road to the lake, but eyewitness accounts suggest it is accessible. However, only by jeeps or vans. Lake Kol-Suu is one
Diving at Song-Kul is possible. There is a normal dirt road leading to the lake. Access to the shore is available almost all around the perimeter of the lake. The lake is interesting for diving because it is located over 3000 meters above sea level. This is already extreme diving. At such a height, breathing is different, and even a simple walk around the area is not easy. Moreover, we were the only ones who dived at Song-Kul with our expedition. This means that the body of water is completely
Diving at Sary-Chelek is quite interesting. Good visibility, reaching 22 meters, allows you to fully enjoy the surrounding landscapes. The shores of the lake are rocky and steep, with sheer rock walls, rocky peaks, small grottos, and terraces all abundantly present in the lake. In several places underwater, a submerged forest has been preserved, where many fallen trees have been washed in by the current over the years.
Swimming underwater and immersing oneself in this powerful, boundless, and unruly element was a dream of Leonardo da Vinci. The era of accessible diving, which today is perceived as both entertainment and sport, was opened by the inventor of the scuba gear, Jacques-Yves Cousteau. In Kyrgyzstan, diving is a relatively young form of leisure, but it is incredibly captivating. The presence of a high-altitude lake with unique natural, temperature, geographical, and tourist conditions creates all
Geographical Reference: Toktogul Reservoir is formed by the dam of the Toktogul Hydroelectric Power Station on the Naryn River, located in the Osh region of the Kyrgyz SSR. Its filling began in 1974. Area: 284 km²; volume: 19.5 km³, length: 65 km, maximum width: 12 km, average depth: 69 m, maximum depth: 180 m; the water level fluctuates within 63 m. Elevation above sea level is 880 m.
Mountain tourism is a journey in the mountains that involves traversing relatively difficult sections of mountainous terrain, such as slopes, ridges, glaciers, passes, fording mountain streams, and so on.
Hiking and Trip Calendar of the Union for the weekends of April 2015. 1. The formation of the group and the final plan for the hike are approved on Thursdays (the day before the weekend hike) from 14:00 to 19:00. For more detailed questions, please contact the Union's office.
Approximately a 2-hour journey from the Susamyr River is the Kekemeren River. The Kekemeren River is formed by the confluence of the Susamyr and Western Karakol rivers, flowing 200 km through the gorges of the Inner Tien Shan and emptying into the Naryn River.
The length of the Suusamyr River is about 80 km. It begins at the watershed of the Ala-Bel Pass (3184 m), flows through the valley of the same name, and merges with the Western Karakol River to form the Kekemeren River.
This corner of nature is located 60 km from the city of Bishkek. The Red River originates from numerous clear springs near the city of Tokmak and flows, intricately winding, among thickets of reeds and shrubs, across the territory of the Korgol hunting grounds, creating magnificent spots for fishing.
Let's start with the Chon-Kemin River. It is the main tributary of the Chu River, originating in the Inner Tien Shan, flowing through the Boom Gorge into the Chui Valley, and disappearing into the sands of Kazakhstan. The Chon-Kemin is born from the glaciers of the Kungey-Tuu and Zaalai Alatau ranges, flowing over a hundred kilometers between these ranges to the west, and merging with the Chu before entering the Chui Valley.
Kyrgyzstan is undoubtedly a treasure for fishing enthusiasts, as this small republic has 923 lakes and over 3,500 streams and rivers. Fishing in Kyrgyzstan will not only bring you joy, but also allow you to escape the hustle and bustle of city life and enjoy beautiful landscapes. To ensure that fishing does not turn into disappointment, it is important to follow certain rules of sport and amateur fishing established in Kyrgyzstan.
Permits for hunting in Kyrgyzstan are arranged in advance by the hunting organizers. For this, organizers need to provide the following information. • Make of the weapon; • Caliber; • Caliber and numbers of additional barrels, if they are interchangeable; • Number of cartridges of each caliber that will be brought to Kyrgyzstan (the actual number of cartridges brought must always match the number declared for import, otherwise there may be many unnecessary questions); • Passport details of the
Even before arriving in Kyrgyzstan, each hunter should talk to their taxidermist to discuss how to prepare the trophy animal. How to skin it? Will you only take the horns (rare), or will it be a set for a plaque (most common), or will it be a full-sized trophy with the body of the animal (often done for creating displays, but more expensive to ship by plane). The first thing done after harvesting the animal is proper field dressing of the carcass, after which the skin is removed according to
The base camp is always different and comes in two variants. Stationary Trailers are set up on the site of the base camps, as opposed to mobile ones. Typically, they are equipped with regular beds, often have a small bathhouse, and they are equipped with portable generators for 220 volts, which are turned on during the hunter's stay in the camp. The trailers are heated by stoves. Less frequently, there are water heaters installed, but this is only in cases where there is a stationary
Traveling to the hunting location by car in Kyrgyzstan is quite comfortable, but the distances to the hunting grounds are usually very large. On average, they can reach up to 900 km, of which about 200 – 250 km is on good asphalt, 100 – 200 km on poor asphalt, 150 - 200 km on good dirt roads, and up to 100 km on dirt roads (mountainous, winding, difficult). Typically, the vehicle that will take you is either an SUV, and sometimes part of the journey will be covered by a UAZ or Niva. These
Weather in Hunting Areas Wind and sun are your most frequent companions throughout the day. As mentioned earlier, you should be prepared for nighttime frosts of up to 30 degrees below zero and temperatures at or even above freezing.
Guides and gamekeepers hunting in Kyrgyzstan. They are excellent hunters who have been engaged in this for a very long time. Often, their experience as guides in hunting tours is 10 years or more. They know the hunting territories extremely well and can find their way to the dugout or base camp even at night in complete darkness.
All horses in the mountains of Kyrgyzstan are small but extremely resilient. Many refer to them as Kyrgyz breed, as they are primarily bred in the Naryn region, which is a high-altitude area. The lack of food forces the animals to get by with little and be very enduring. The average load on a horse during a hunting tour is over 150 kg; nevertheless, the horse copes excellently with such a load. Horses can reach heights that are practically inaccessible to humans.
You need to inform the organizers in advance about what you eat or do not eat. Dietary preferences can vary greatly, and it is not a problem for the organizers to accommodate them.
