08:55
Number of infected with coronavirus exceeds 233.2 million people globally
The number of people infected with coronavirus has grown by 501,309 globally over the past 24 hours. Data of an online map developed by scientists say.
08:41
Eight people hospitalized with suspected anthrax in Suzak district
Eight people were hospitalized with suspected anthrax in Suzak district of Kyrgyzstan. The head of the Department of the Republican Center for Quarantine and Especially Dangerous Infections Kubanychbek Bekturdiev told 24.kg news agency.
08:22
Film from Kyrgyzstan wins two prizes at film festival in Portugal
The feature film «Akyrky Koch» (The Road to Eden) directed by Bakyt Mukul and Dastan Zhapar uulu won two awards at once at Arouca Film Festival in Portugal. Kyrgyzfilm film studio named after Tolomush Okeev informed 24.kg news agency.
13:17
Parliament approves Kubanychbek Bokontaev as head of National Bank
The Parliament of Kyrgyzstan approved Kubanychbek Bokontaev as the Chairman of the National Bank of Kyrgyzstan. The decision was made at today’s meeting.
13:07
Over 750,000 Kyrgyz migrants are abroad
Over 750,000 Kyrgyz migrants are abroad. Director of the Department of External Migration of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Kyrgyzstan, Tashtanbek Kaimazarov, presented such data at the round table «Attracting the potential of labor migrants to the development processes in Kyrgyzstan».
12:56
Parliament accepts resignation of Chairman of National Bank of Kyrgyzstan
The Parliament of Kyrgyzstan accepted the resignation of the head of the National Bank, Tolkunbek Abdygulov. It happened at today’s meeting.
12:52
Tolkunbek Abdygulov about hyperinflation and Kumtor's gold
Hyperinflation is not expected in Kyrgyzstan. The resigned head of the National Bank Tolkunbek Abdygulov announced at the meeting of the Parliament.
12:39
Tolkunbek Abdygulov to become IMF advisor
Tolkunbek Abdygulov will become an advisor at the International Monetary Fund. He himself announced it at a meeting of the Parliament.
12:34
Ulukbek Maripov takes part in KIT forum
The head of the Cabinet of Ministers of Kyrgyzstan took part in the Information Technology Forum (KIT) held in Bishkek as part of the Digital Week.
12:25
Kyrgyzstan plans to use migrants’ potential for development of country
It is planned to use the potential of migrants for the development of the country in Kyrgyzstan. Almaz Asanov, head of the Migration Policy Division of the Foreign Migration Department of the Foreign Affairs Ministry, announced at a round table.
12:16
Zainidin Kurmanov: There are no elites in Kyrgyzstan, there are decision-makers
«Last year’s October events are a continuation of all the ’orange revolutionary’ and other incidents in Kyrgyz society,» a political scientist Emil Kanimetov said. He stated this at a round table, discussing the consequences of the October 2020 events.
12:00
Kyrgyzstan to introduce penalty for advertising Telegram channels selling drugs
The State Agency on Drug Control of Kyrgyzstan proposes to introduce a penalty for advertising Telegram channels engaged in drug trafficking. The head of the state agency Ulanbek Sultanov told at a briefing in Bishkek.
11:41
Number of infected with coronavirus exceeds 232.7 million people globally
The number of people infected with coronavirus has grown by 416,333 globally over the past 24 hours. Data of an online map developed by scientists say.
11:28
President proposes Kubanychbek Bokontaev for post of National Bank Chairman
The president proposed Kubanychbek Bokontaev for the post of Chairman of the National Bank of Kyrgyzstan. A representative of the President Anarbek Kalmatov told at a meeting of the Parliament today.
11:21
80 online drug dealing stores detected in Kyrgyzstan for three years
At least 80 online drug dealing stores have been detected in Kyrgyzstan for three years. The head of the State Agency on Drug Control of the Ministry of Internal Affairs, Ulanbek Sultanov, told at a briefing in Bishkek.
11:09
Kyrgyzstan lifts restrictions on inspection of public catering facilities
Restrictions on inspection of public catering facilities have been lifted in Kyrgyzstan. Director of the State Inspection for Veterinary and Phytosanitary Safety under the Ministry of Agriculture, Almaz Sharshenbekov, said at a press conference.
07:15
69 cases of pneumonia, COVID-19 registered in Kyrgyzstan, 178,444 in total
At least 69 new cases of community-acquired pneumonia and COVID-19 have been registered in the Kyrgyz Republic. The Ministry of Health and Social Development reports.
14:57
Kyrgyzstan and Italy intensify bilateral cooperation
The Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Kyrgyzstan to Italy Taalai Bazarbaev presented his credentials to the President Sergio Mattarella. Press service of the Foreign Ministry reported.
14:49
Public transport fare to increase in Bishkek from November 1
Deputies of the Bishkek City Council supported the draft resolution providing for increase of the public transport fare.
13:38
National Bank of Kyrgyzstan intervenes for the first time in five months
For the first time in the past five months, the National Bank of Kyrgyzstan entered the foreign exchange market with intervention. Official website of the bank says.
13:15
Aivaz Omorkanov: IIHF Vice Presidency - huge achievement for Kyrgyzstan
The Vice Presidency of the International Ice Hockey Federation is a huge achievement for Kyrgyzstan. Aivaz Omorkanov, who was elected a Vice President of the IIHF for Asia and Oceania last week, told at a press conference.
13:07
Number of infected with coronavirus exceeds 232.3 million people globally
The number of people infected with coronavirus has grown by 492,929 globally over the past 24 hours. Data of an online map developed by scientists say.
12:57
Hate speech on social media in Kyrgyzstan grows ahead of elections
Hate speech on social media in Kyrgyzstan is usually on the rise in the run-up to elections and during political crises. Elina Karakulova, Director of the Internews Representative Office, announced at the Central Asian Internet Governance Forum.
12:39
Facebook blocks over 800 fake accounts in Kyrgyzstan in 2020
Last year, Facebook has blocked more than 800 fake accounts in Kyrgyzstan that were engaged in manipulation and disinformation. Elina Karakulova, Director of the Internews Representative Office, announced at the Central Asian Internet Governance Forum.
12:25
Kyrgyzaltyn could have to pay $1 million to StoneX
Kyrgyzaltyn JSC may be forced to pay StoneX $1 million, because this is one of the options for the early cancellation of the LBMA’s decision to suspend the company from the Good Delivery List. The Chairman of the Mining and Metallurgical Trade Union Eldar Tadzhibaev told journalists.
12:08
Kyrgyzstan’s laws insufficiently protect women and girls
Kyrgyzstan’s laws poorly protect women and girls. In particular, the document «On the protection from domestic violence» has shortcomings and gaps. This conclusion was made by experts based on the results of a study conducted by Civil Union Public Association within the framework of the EU-UN initiative «Ray of Light».
11:56
President of South Korea proposes to consider ban on dog meat consumption
President of South Korea Moon Jae-in has suggested the government to consider ban on consumption of dog meat. Yonhap news agency reports.
10:09
Centerra Gold files application for urgent interim measures against Kyrgyzstan
Centerra Gold Inc. has filed an application requesting urgent interim measures in its international arbitration against the government of the Kyrgyz Republic and Kyrgyzaltyn JSC, the state-owned gold refining monopoly and Centerra’s largest shareholder, to address critical operational and safety problems at the Kumtor mine. Official statement of the company says.
09:50
Man detained in Jalal-Abad for spreading extremist ideology via WhatsApp
A suspect in spreading extremist ideology was detained in Jalal-Abad city. Press service of the Internal Affairs Department of the region reported.
09:25
1,287 COVID-19 patients registered in Kyrgyzstan, 171 - in serious condition
At least 1,287 people are currently receiving treatment for coronavirus in Kyrgyzstan. The Ministry of Health and Social Development reported.
09:19
Head of National Bank of Kyrgyzstan Tolkunbek Abdygulov resigns
The head of the National Bank of Kyrgyzstan, Tolkunbek Abdygulov, is resigning his seat. Own sources informed 24.kg news agency.
13:22
Human rights activist Valentina Chupik detained at Sheremetyevo airport
A well-known human rights activist, who has been helping labor migrants from Central Asian countries in Russia for many years, Valentina Chupik, was detained at the Sheremetyevo airport today.
13:04
Ulukbek Maripov inspects construction of Bishkek - Osh highway
Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers of Kyrgyzstan Ulukbek Maripov inspected the progress of repair work on the section of Bishkek - Osh road from the southern side of Too-Ashuu pass. Press service of the Cabinet of Ministers reported.
10:14
Cabinet of Ministers considers draft republican budget for 2022
The Cabinet of Ministers of Kyrgyzstan considered the draft republican budget for 2022. Press service of the Cabinet reported.
09:01
Salaries of servicemen of Internal Troops increased by 40 percent
Salaries of servicemen of the Internal Troops of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Kyrgyzstan have been increased by 40 percent. Press service of the Cabinet of Ministers reported.
08:52
Elections 2021: Mobile groups start working abroad
Mobile groups have started to work to inform Kyrgyzstanis abroad. The Central Election Commission of Kyrgyzstan reports.
08:24
1,361 COVID-19 patients registered in Kyrgyzstan, 196 - in serious condition
At least 1,361 people are currently receiving treatment for coronavirus in Kyrgyzstan. The Ministry of Health and Social Development reported.
08:08
79 cases of pneumonia, COVID-19 registered in Kyrgyzstan, 178,202 in total
At least 79 new cases of community-acquired pneumonia and COVID-19 have been registered in the Kyrgyz Republic. The Ministry of Health and Social Development reports.
07:58
Bishkek roads to be closed for traffic due to half marathon tomorrow
Some roads in Bishkek will be closed for traffic due to the international half marathon «Save the Snow Leopard» tomorrow, September 26. Press service of the Bishkek City Hall reported.
07:49
Development of project for construction of E-Commerce Park begins
Within the framework of the draft program for the development of Kyrgyzstan until 2026, it is proposed to form a regulatory and legal framework for conducting electronic commerce. The Ministry of Economy and Finance of Kyrgyzstan reports.
07:40
Strategic Masterplan for remediation of uranium sites in Central Asia signed
Revised and updated Strategic Masterplan for remediation of uranium legacy sites in Central Asia has been signed. Delegation of the European Union to the Kyrgyz Republic reports.
06:48
New project to conserve historic Burana Tower launched in Kyrgyzstan
The U.S. Embassy in Kyrgyzstan announced opening of a project to conserve the historic Burana Tower.
06:38
EAEU Central Banks discuss general system of financial market regulation
The 22nd meeting of the Advisory Council on Monetary Policy of the Central (National) Banks of the EAEU Member States was held in Bishkek under the chairmanship of the National Bank of Kyrgyzstan. Press service of the National Bank of the Kyrgyz Republic reports.
06:17
Inclusive playground for children opened in Bishkek
An inclusive playground for children was opened in the capital of Kyrgyzstan. Rotary Club Bishkek NGO informed 24.kg news agency.
15:10
Border guards put on combat alert in Leilek district of Kyrgyzstan
Border units stationed in Leilek district of Batken region of Kyrgyzstan have been put on combat alert. As the press service of the Border Service of the State Committee for National Security said, this was done in order to prevent escalation of conflicts.
14:47
Kumtor case: Daniyar Narymbaev remanded in custody for two months
Measure of restraint for the former chief of staff of the Presidential Executive Office Daniyar Narymbaev has been extended. The Pervomaisky District Court of Bishkek made such a decision.
13:24
Tajikistan releases schoolchildren detained at border in Leilek district
Detained schoolchildren from Zhashtyk village, Leilek district of Batken region have been released. Father of one of them, Azam Gaparov, told 24.kg news agency.
13:18
Kumtor case: Dzhoomart Otorbaev remanded in custody for two months
Ex-prime minister of Kyrgyzstan Dzhoomart Otorbaev was remanded in custody. This decision was made by the Pervomaisky District Court of Bishkek.
12:50
Trade Union of Kumtor decides to file suit against company
The Trade Union of Kumtor files a suit against Kumtor Gold Company for a total amount of over 300 million soms. The Chairman of the Trade Union Kalysbek Ryspaev told.
12:07
SCO Supreme Courts to discuss role of media in administration of justice
The 16th meeting of the Chief Justices of the Supreme Courts of the SCO member states is starting its work today. Press service of the Supreme Court of the Kyrgyz Republic reports.