On December 19, a New Year's celebration will take place in Bishkek — the presidential New Year tree, which will be attended by President Sadyr Japarov. Students from various corners of the country who have shown outstanding academic achievements, as well as children in need of social support, have been invited to this event.
The hearings on the General Plan of Bishkek for 2025-2050 will take place on December 24 and 25, 2025, in various districts of the city. This is reported by the press service of the city hall. Schedule for December 24, 2025: Lenin District - Chuy Avenue, 168a, starting at 10:00. First May District - Chuy Avenue, 168a, starting at 14:00. Schedule for December 25, 2025: October District - meeting hall of the October Akimat, starting at 10:00. Sverdlov District - Usenbaeva Street, 200/1, starting
According to data presented by the chairman of the city committee for labor and employment, Vasily Ponidelko, the number of labor migrants in St. Petersburg decreased by 10% in 2025, amounting to 293 thousand people. Previously, in 2024, this number reached 327 thousand. Ponidelko reported that an assessment of the migration flow, including both internal and foreign migrants, was conducted in collaboration with the Higher School of Economics, including those from the Eurasian Economic Union
In the Aravan district of the Osh region, in the rural area of Kerme-Too, efforts continue to provide the population with clean drinking water. Today, Amanakan Kenzhebaev, the head of the Osh region, arrived on a working visit to this area to familiarize himself with the progress of this project. The responsible officials provided information on the progress of the work, noting that the initiative to supply clean water started last year and is currently in an active phase. The project includes
An important event took place in Balakchy: the city received ten new buses, and in the coming days, another ten units of special transport are expected to arrive. This information was announced by the Office of the President of the Kyrgyz Republic. The head of the president's office, Kanbek Tumanbaev, visited Balakchy on a working trip, where he was able to hand over the buses purchased in China, each with 24 seats. This initiative is supported by President Sadyr Japarov and was
As of today, revenues from visas and single permits amount to over 5 billion soms, which has significantly supported the state budget of the country. This was announced at a briefing by the Director of the Consular Department of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Seytek Jumakadyrov uulu. According to him, 48,439 single permits have been issued through the "Electronic Visa" portal.
On December 16, a closed press screening of the third part of the blockbuster "Avatar: The Way of Water" took place at the capital's cinema "Kosmopark". Famous personalities from Kyrgyzstan gathered at the event — actors, directors, show business stars, and bloggers. The screening was dedicated to the 20th anniversary of the "Cinematica" cinema chain.
The Memorandum of "Friendship and Cooperation" was signed between the rural administrations of Karkyra from the Tyup district of the Issyk-Kul region and Shumkar-Uya from the Talas district. As part of this agreement, a delegation from Shumkar-Uya visited Karkyra to familiarize themselves with the work of the local rural administration.
The press service of the Bishkek City Hall announced the holding of public hearings dedicated to the city’s master plan until 2050. The hearings will take place on December 24 and 25 in various districts. The schedule of events is as follows:
In the Call center Kaktus.media, inquiries have been received from residents regarding the sewer installation work in the area of the Alamedin market on Slavyanskaya Street and in Pechersky Lane. “We live in the Alamedin market area. For the past two months, an unknown organization has been conducting excavations on Slavyanskaya Street and in Pechersky Lane. The sewer is being laid, but we have not been informed for whom exactly. The work began in the autumn-winter period. We cannot walk down
The State Enterprise "National Company 'Kyrgyz Temir Zholu'" announced the temporary closure of the railway crossing located at 3748 km pk-5 section between the stations Belovodskaya and Shopokovo. This crossing on Kroupskaya Street, which connects the villages of Vinsovkhoz and Asylbash, will be closed for passage. This event is scheduled for December 19, 2025, from 08:00 to 17:00.
The State Agency for Public Service and Local Self-Government, in collaboration with the International Telecommunication Union (ITU), organized a round table dedicated to assessing the digital skills of public and municipal employees. During this event, the results of a study were presented, aimed at determining the current level of digital competencies in this field. The agency reported the beginning of the development of a methodology for assessing these skills.
In Kyrgyzstan, foreigners arriving in the country will receive resident cards, allowing them to legally carry out their activities. This information was presented by Seitek Jumakadyrov uulu, the director of the Consular Department of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, at a recent briefing for journalists. According to him, the resident card will contain important personal data of the foreign citizen.
According to information provided by the regional administration, 30 children from the Batken region have headed to Bishkek to participate in the presidential New Year tree event. As reported by the agency, the flight took place today from Batken airport, with two accompanying adults on board with the children.
Within the walls of the Kyrgyz-Russian Slavic University named after B.N. Yeltsin, a unique theatrical performance took place. The artists of the social youth theater "Premiera" from Rostov-on-Don performed Anton Chekhov's comedy "The Bear". This performance was part of a tour program called "Time C (reading Chekhov)", which also involved actors from the Youth Slavic Theater of KRSU.
The driver opened the door, another passenger pushed the man out An incident occurred in Bishkek involving a passenger who fell out of a bus, which sparked heated discussions on social media. The city hall provided its comments on the matter.
With the onset of the flu season in the northern hemisphere, there is a rapid spread of a new variant of the AH3N2 virus. This was reported by the World Health Organization (WHO). According to Wencin Zhang, head of the WHO's Global Respiratory Threats Department, there is currently active spread of influenza and other respiratory viruses. She noted that the current season is marked by the emergence and rapid spread of a new variant of AH3N2, which was first detected in August in Australia
In Kyrgyzstan, a draft presidential decree concerning changes to the calculation of state and municipal service tenure has been put up for public discussion. This document proposes a new version of the rules governing both the process of entering public service and the accrual of percentage allowances for years of service. The draft aims to clarify and expand the methodologies for accounting tenure, which is especially important for those applying for positions in state and municipal service.
Information provided by the Ministry of Transport and Communications According to a statement from the ministry's press service, traffic restrictions for heavy vehicles were implemented starting at 1:00 PM. Road maintenance enterprise No. 9 is currently clearing the road and treating it with inert materials.
In Kara-Balta, preparations for the New Year celebration are in full swing. The installation of a 16-meter artificial Christmas tree has been completed in the square near the Lenin House of Culture, which will become an important element of the New Year festivities. Deputy Head of the municipal enterprise "Universal" Mirbek Murataliev reported that the decoration of the tree and the surrounding area is currently being finalized.
On December 17, a solemn ceremony took place in Batken to raise the national flag on a new flagpole that stands 35 meters tall. The event was accompanied by a performance from a military band. Local leaders, representatives of state institutions and organizations, as well as residents of the city, attended the ceremony to support this significant event.
The Ombudsman Jamiliya Dzhamanbaeva conducted an inspection at institution No. 21 (SIZO-1), located in Bishkek, to assess the conditions of detention and the observance of the rights of individuals under investigation. According to information from the institute's press service, Dzhamanbaeva inspected all the cells in the women's section and checked the quality of food for the inmates, as well as held conversations with each of the 129 women detained in SIZO-1.
A letter has been sent to President Sadyr Japarov
On December 17, the head of the Main Directorate for Road Traffic Safety, Azamat Kozukeev, held an online meeting with the leaders of various departments and divisions of the agency. This was reported by the press service of the GUBDD. The agenda included issues related to the prevention of road traffic accidents in the country and the enhancement of the culture of behavior among drivers and pedestrians. This meeting was part of the campaign "Compliance with Traffic Rules is a Guarantee of
In Tokmok, according to information from local residents, meat is being sold at a price of 680 soms, however, the actual cost reaches 800 soms. On November 17, 2025, events aimed at preventing unjustified price increases for essential food products, including meat, were held at the central market of Tokmok, with the participation of individual entrepreneurs.
According to information from the State Committee for National Security of the Kyrgyz Republic, as a result of the investigation of criminal case No. 03-800-2025-0000661, initiated on December 11, 2025, facts of bribery and abuse of office by several officials of the Ministry of Defense were uncovered.
In 2025, revenues from all types of electronic visas and the Unified Permit reached 5,060,167,948 soms. This was reported on December 17 at a briefing on the issuance of resident cards for foreign citizens by the director of the Consular Department of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Seitek Jumakadir uulu. According to Jumakadir uulu, 326,158 electronic visas were issued in the first 11 months of 2025. Additionally, this year, 48,439 foreign citizens received the Unified Permit through the
The round table "Implementation of Labor Rights for People with Disabilities" took place in Bishkek, where participants discussed the existing barriers to employment for people with disabilities in Kyrgyzstan and ways to overcome them. Alexandra Solovyova, the UNDP Resident Representative in the country, emphasized in her opening speech that work for millions of people is not only a source of income but also a key to independence and active participation in society. Statistical DataAt
Today in Batken, a solemn ceremony was held for raising the national flag. This event was announced at the regional representative office. Officials present at the event included the authorized representative of the President of the Kyrgyz Republic in Batken region, Aibek Shamenov, the mayor of the city, Seytek Kulubaev, as well as heads of local agencies and residents of the city.
A group of activists from the Media Action Platform of Kyrgyzstan has appealed to the country's authorities regarding the criminal case against Aibek Tenizbay, a civil activist who has been detained on charges of inciting interethnic hatred. Tenizbay is accused under Article 330 (Part 2) of the Criminal Code of Kyrgyzstan, which pertains to inciting national, racial, religious, or interregional hatred committed by a group of individuals. The activists express deep concern over his
Photo from the internet Chingiz Aydarov, a prominent representative of contemporary art in Kyrgyzstan, passed away in Bishkek at the age of 41. The artist's family announced this through his social media pages. According to their information, the funeral will be held today.
Specialists warn of the possibility of snow avalanches on the Karakol—Enilchek highway in the Issyk-Kul region and urge caution. In particular, an avalanche hazard is expected at the pass leading to the village of Enilchek. Traffic police inspectors strongly recommend that drivers and local residents exercise caution.
A local resident contacted the Kaktus.media Call Center, complaining about the poor condition of the road on Karagaysky Lane. Every day, she takes her child to kindergarten No. 41, and the journey through this lane has become a real challenge. “Every morning when we go to kindergarten, our shoes and clothes get covered in dirt. If the child asks to be picked up, I get dirty too. We arrive at kindergarten all muddy, and we carry this dirt with us. When will this road finally be repaired?” she
From December 19 to 25, 2023, the Central Asian Volleyball Association (CAVA) Cup will be held in the capital of the Maldives — the city of Male — where the women's national team of Kyrgyzstan will represent their country.
At Batken Airport, 30 children from the Batken region flew to Bishkek to participate in the presidential New Year’s tree event. Two adults accompanied them on their journey. Before the flight, the children were congratulated by Aibek Shamenov, the authorized representative of the President of Kyrgyzstan in the Batken region, who wished them a safe trip.
Meteorologists forecast snow in Bishkek in the second half of the current week. December 18 - snow is expected at night, with temperatures dropping to −2 degrees. During the day, it will be warmer, up to +6 degrees, but rain is also possible, which may turn into snow.
With the onset of the flu season in the Northern Hemisphere, a new strain of the AH3N2 virus is rapidly spreading. This is reported by the UN News Service, citing data from the World Health Organization (WHO). Wenqing Zhang, head of the Global Respiratory Threats Department at WHO's Epidemic and Pandemic Management Division, stated that the virus was first identified in August in Australia and New Zealand. Since then, it has been detected in more than 30 countries.
By the order of Ermat Jumayev, the plenipotentiary representative of the President of Kyrgyzstan in the Talas region, 30 children were sent to the New Year's tree event funded by local authorities. This year, children from disadvantaged families, as well as half-orphans and full orphans, were selected for the event. Among them, 7 children are from the city of Talas, 6 from the Bakai-Ata district, 6 from the Aitmatov district, and 6 from the Manas district.
The Kaktus.media Call Center received inquiries from residents of the city regarding the condition of the underground passage at the intersection of Lev Tolstoy and Aitmatov. Residents report: "After the snowfall and rains, water is dripping everywhere in the underground passage at the intersection of Lev Tolstoy and Aitmatov, resulting in puddles forming on the floor."
The GUBDD KR presented the main factors contributing to road traffic accidents in the country. This data was announced on December 17 during an online meeting led by the head of the Main Department for Ensuring Road Safety of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic, A. Kozukeev, along with the heads of various departments of the GUBDD.
The Chuy Regional Chamber Orchestra will embark on New Year's concerts in cities such as Osh, Manas, and Gulcho. The press service of the Ministry of Culture reports on the upcoming events. The concerts are scheduled for the following dates and locations:
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In Batken, the installation of the main New Year tree of the region has been completed, impressively standing at a height of 20 meters. According to a Turmush correspondent, the ceremonial lighting of the tree will take place on December 17 at 18:00 as part of the festive program. Concert performances and a disco for the youth are planned for local residents and guests of the city.
In Moscow, preliminary results of the "Amina" application, which monitors migrants, were announced. According to information from the Main Directorate of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Russian Federation for the capital, more than 139,000 migrants were removed from police records due to the lack of up-to-date geodata. Illustrative photo
The Kyrgyzstan national team won first place in the overall standings of the international series Asia Auto Gymkhana Championship, finishing the 2025 season with 114 points. This was reported by the Federation of Motor Sports and Road Safety of Kyrgyzstan.
Jamilya Dzhamanbaeva, the Ombudsman of Kyrgyzstan, visited the pre-trial detention center No. 21 (SIZO-1) in Bishkek. According to the press service, the purpose of the visit was to monitor the conditions of detention and check the compliance with the rights of individuals under investigation.
With the help of drones, AKIpress captured the western territory of Bishkek, which includes the under-construction "Bishkek Arena" stadium, the "Eurasia" park, the village of Orok, the roundabout along the route of Jaiyl-Batyra—Alykulova, as well as new residential areas of the city. The presented photograph has a 360° panoramic angle. You can move the image in different directions and zoom in on it.
Jamila Dzhamanbaeva, the Ombudsman of the Kyrgyz Republic, visited the pre-trial detention center No. 1, known as facility No. 21, located in Bishkek. During her visit, she held private meetings with 12 women who wished to discuss their issues in private. As a result of these conversations, legal consultations were provided, and statements were accepted.